evidence_text: Representative Bolden moved to report out HB 4800 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-1-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Kahle, Rendon, Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Breen. Nays: Rep. Steven Johnson. Pass: Reps. Berman, Wozniak. The Chair laid SB 14 and SB 15 before the committee: SB 14 (Sen. Zorn) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 317a (MCL 750.317a), as added by 2005 PA 167. SB 15 (Sen. Zorn) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," (MCL 760.1 to 777.69) by adding section 5a to chapter II. Shane Preston, from Senator Zorn's office and Allison Arnold, representing the Monroe County Prosecutor's Office, testified in support of SB 14 and SB 15. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 14 and SB 15, but did not wish to speak: Brandon Lanyon, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan. The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 14 and SB 15, but did not wish to speak: Kimberly Buddin, representing the ACLU of Michigan. Noah Smith, representing the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan.


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evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to excuse Representative Hope from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Filler adjourned the meeting at 9:43 AM. Representative Graham Filler, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Rogers moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 19, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HR 177 before the committee: HR 177 (Rep. LaFave) A resolution to demand that President Biden and the United States Congress provide no support to the Taliban, either direct or indirect, including but not limited to aid.


evidence_text: Representative Bezotte moved to report out HR 177 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Coleman, Steenland. Nays: Reps. Rogers, Anthony. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5364, HB 5365, HB 5366 and HB 5367 before the committee: HB 5364 (Rep. Beeler) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 11b of chapter XVII (MCL 777.11b), as amended by 2016 PA 234. HB 5365 (Rep. Markkanen) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 43510 (MCL 324.43510), as amended by 2013 PA 108. HB 5366 (Rep. LaFave) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending sections 227 and 230 (MCL 750.227 and 750.230), section 227 as amended by 1986 PA 8; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 5367 (Rep. LaFave) A bill to amend 1927 PA 372, entitled "An act to regulate and license the selling, purchasing, possessing, and carrying of certain firearms, gas ejecting devices, and electro-muscular disruption devices; to prohibit the buying, selling, or carrying of certain firearms, gas ejecting devices, and electro-muscular disruption devices without a license or other authorization; to provide for the forfeiture of firearms and electro-muscular disruption devices under certain circumstances; to provide for penalties and remedies; to provide immunity from civil liability under certain circumstances; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies; to prohibit certain conduct against individuals who apply for or receive a license to carry a concealed pistol; to make appropriations; to prescribe certain conditions for the appropriations; and to repeal all acts and parts of acts inconsistent with this act," by amending sections 5a, 5b, 5c, 5f, 5o, 12, 12a, and 15 (MCL 28.425a, 28.425b, 28.425c, 28.425f, 28.425o, 28.432, 28.432a, and 28.435), sections 5a, 5b, and 5o as amended by 2017 PA 95, sections 5c and 5f as amended by 2015 PA 3, section 12 as amended by 2010 PA 209, section 12a as amended by 2016 PA 301, and section 15 as added by 2000 PA 265. At 12:03 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 12:04 PM, Representative Eisen called the committee back to order. Chair LaFave, Representative Beeler, and Representative Markkanen introduced the bills. Questions and discussion followed. At 12:19 PM, Representative Eisen laid the committee at ease. At 12:20 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Brendan Boudreau, representing the Great Lakes Gun Rights, testified in support of HB 5364, HB 5365, HB 5366 and HB 5367. Questions and discussion followed. Paul Stankewitz, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference, testified in opposition to HB 5364, HB 5365, HB 5366 and HB 5367. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5364, HB 5365 and HB 5366, but did not wish to speak: Brady Schickinger, representing the Michigan Coalition for Responsible Gun Owners. Tom DeRousie, representing the Michigan Gun Owners. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5364, HB 5365, HB 5366 and HB 5367, but did not wish to speak: Frank Foster, representing the Everytown for Gun Safety. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5367, but did not wish to speak: David Randels, representing the Oakland Schools. Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards. Brian Broderick, representing the Michigan Association of Non Public Schools. The Chair laid HB 4913 before the committee: HB 4913 (Rep. Beeler) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending section 1531 (MCL 380.1531), as amended by 2018 PA 235. Representative Beeler introduced the bill. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Beau LaFave adjourned the meeting at 12:52 PM. Representative Beau LaFave, Chair Matt Carnagie Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Bellino moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 19, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. At 10:38 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:48 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid HB 5294 before the committee: HB 5294 (Rep. Lightner) A bill to amend 1976 PA 331, entitled "Michigan consumer protection act," by amending section 3m (MCL 445.903m), as added by 2021 PA 46.


evidence_text: Representative Outman moved to report out HB 5294 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 14-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Steenland, Young. Nays: Rep. Hoitenga. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4981 before the committee: HB 4981 (Rep. Hauck) A bill to amend 1972 PA 239, entitled "McCauley- Traxler-Law-Bowman-McNeely lottery act," by amending section 11 (MCL 432.11), as amended by 2012 PA 293, and by adding section 11a.


evidence_text: Representative Hall moved to report out HB 4981 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-5-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman. Nays: Reps. Hertel, Garza, Witwer, Steenland, Young. Pass: Rep. Yancey. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4981, but did not wish to speak: Jerry Johnson, representing the Barry, Branch, Calhoun, Jackson, Lenawee and Monroe ISDs. Andy Neumann, representing the Michigan Education Association. Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards. David Randels, representing Oakland Schools. Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals. The Chair laid SB 230 before the committee: SB 230 (Sen. McBroom) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending sections 233 and 525 (MCL 436.1233 and 436.1525), section 233 as amended by 2020 PA 126 and section 525 as amended by 2016 PA 434. The committee previously adopted (H-3) for SB 230 at the October 19, 2021 committee meeting.


evidence_text: Representative Hall moved to report out SB 230 with recommendation, as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Steenland, Young. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 230, but did not wish to speak: Shelly Stahl, representing the Wine Institute. Scott Ellis and Mason Doerr, representing the Michigan Licensed Beverage Association. The Chair laid HB 5300, HB 5301, HB 5302, HB 5319, HB 5320 and HB 5321 before the committee: HB 5300 (Rep. Clements) A bill to amend 2016 PA 281, entitled "Medical marihuana facilities licensing act," by amending sections 102, 201, 501, 502, 503, and 505 (MCL 333.27102, 333.27201, 333.27501, 333.27502, 333.27503, and 333.27505), section 102 as amended by 2021 PA 57, sections 201, 501, and 503 as amended by 2018 PA 10, and sections 502 and 505 as amended by 2018 PA 648. HB 5301 (Rep. Lilly) A bill to amend 2008 IL 1, entitled "Michigan Medical Marihuana Act," by amending the title and sections 3, 4, 4b, 5, 6, 7, and 8 (MCL 333.26423, 333.26424, 333.26424b, 333.26425, 333.26426, 333.26427, and 333.26428), the title and section 4 as amended and section 4b as added by 2016 PA 283, section 3 as amended by 2021 PA 62, section 6 as amended by 2020 PA 400, section 7 as amended by 2016 PA 546, and section 8 as amended by 2012 PA 512, and by adding section 4c. HB 5302 (Rep. Steenland) A bill to amend 2016 PA 282, entitled "Marihuana tracking act," by amending sections 2 and 3 (MCL 333.27902 and 333.27903), section 2 as amended by 2021 PA 59. HB 5319 (Rep. Peterson) A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act," (MCL 205.91 to 205.111) by adding section 4ii. HB 5320 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 7214 (MCL 333.7214), as amended by 2018 PA 107. HB 5321 (Rep. Peterson) A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General sales tax act," (MCL 205.51 to 205.78) by adding section 4ii.


evidence_text: Representative Hoitenga moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5300. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Steenland, Young. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to report out HB 5300 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 1). The motion prevailed 10-2-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Outman, Hertel, Witwer, Steenland. Nays: Reps. Damoose, Garza. Pass: Reps. Hoitenga, Yancey, Young.


evidence_text: Representative Clements moved to adopt substitute (H-4) to HB 5301. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Steenland, Young. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Bellino moved to report out HB 5301 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 4). The motion prevailed 10-2-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Outman, Hertel, Witwer, Steenland. Nays: Reps. Damoose, Garza. Pass: Reps. Hoitenga, Yancey, Young.


evidence_text: Representative Bellino moved to report out HB 5302 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-2-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Outman, Hertel, Witwer, Steenland. Nays: Reps. Damoose, Garza. Pass: Reps. Hoitenga, Yancey, Young.


evidence_text: Representative Clements moved to report out HB 5319 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-2-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Outman, Hertel, Witwer, Steenland. Nays: Reps. Damoose, Garza. Pass: Reps. Hoitenga, Yancey, Young.


evidence_text: Representative Outman moved to report out HB 5320 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-2-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Outman, Hertel, Witwer, Steenland. Nays: Reps. Damoose, Garza. Pass: Reps. Hoitenga, Yancey, Young.


evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to report out HB 5321 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-2-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Outman, Hertel, Witwer, Steenland. Nays: Reps. Damoose, Garza. Pass: Reps. Hoitenga, Yancey, Young. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5300, HB 5301 and HB 5302, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Christopher Ravey, representing the Moneytree Grow Supply. Nicholas Humphrey, representing the Moneytree Grow Supply. Tyler Houghton, representing himself. Gustavo Rosania, representing himself. Rick Anstiss, representing Southwest Michigan Caregivers. Ryan Bringold, representing caregivers. William Vanhook, representing the Fields of Green Cannabis Clothing, LLC. Brandy Zink, representing the Michigan Chapter-Americans for Safe Access. George Brikho, representing the Michigan Caregivers Association. Evan Space, representing himself. Patrick Linsdau, representing himself. Wes Prom, representing himself. Tanya and Anastasia Kaye, representing pediatric cannabis patients. Tiffany Coleman, representing Franklin Fields. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5300, HB 5301 and HB 5302, but did not wish to speak: Shane Trejo, representing the Michigan Caregivers Association. Martin Luca, representing himself. Justin Hair, representing himself. Scott Sherwood, representing Flourish Michigan LLC. Ashley Sherwood, representing Kaya Wellness. Matt Craven, representing himself. Jamie Lowell, representing the Botanical Company. Alex Szecshu, representing the Michigan Cannabis Caregivers Association. David Shaba, representing himself. Amie Carter, representing herself. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5300, HB 5301, HB 5302, HB 5319, HB 5320 and HB 5321, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Rick Thompson, representing NORML of Michigan. Jeremy Rupinski, representing the Genesee County Compassion Club. Ariel Santos, representing the Michigan Cannabis Caregivers Association. Hellena LaFear, representing herself. Susan Fischer, representing herself. Eric Gunnels, representing himself. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5300, HB 5301, HB 5302, HB 5319, HB 5320 and HB 5321, but did not wish to speak: Latrisha Matson, representing herself. Brian Kako, representing himself. Hadi Mansy, representing herself. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hauck adjourned the meeting at 10:59 AM. Representative Roger Hauck, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Puri moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 19, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4983 and HB 4984 before the committee: HB 4983 (Rep. Kahle) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 710d and 710e (MCL 257.710d and 257.710e), section 710d as amended by 2009 PA 57 and section 710e as amended by 2016 PA 460. HB 4984 (Rep. Clemente) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 907 (MCL 257.907), as amended by 2020 PA 382. Representative Kahle and Representative Clemente, joined by Dr. John Gold, representing the Michigan Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, all testified in support of HB 4983 and HB 4984. Questions and discussion followed. Marie Snodgrass, representing C.S. Mott Children's Hospital, testified in support of HB 4983 and HB 4984. Questions and discussion followed. Lieutenant Kim Vetter and Travis Vetter, both representing the Michigan State Police, testified in support of HB 4983 and HB 4984. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4983 and HB 4984, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Amy Zaagman, representing the Michigan Council for Maternal and Child Health. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4983 and HB 4984, but did not wish to speak: Emily Schwarzkopf, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Kevin McKinney, representing the Michigan Osteopathic Association. Heather Nicholoff, representing the Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners. John Shaski, representing Sparrow Health System. The Chair laid HB 4973 before the committee: HB 4973 (Rep. Filler) A bill to amend 1909 PA 283, entitled "An act to revise, consolidate, and add to the laws relating to the establishment, opening, discontinuing, vacating, closing, altering, improvement, maintenance, and use of the public highways and private roads; the condemnation of property and gravel therefor; the building, repairing and preservation of bridges; maintaining public access to waterways under certain conditions; setting and protecting shade trees, drainage, and cutting weeds and brush within this state; providing for the election or appointment and defining the powers, duties, and compensation of state, county, township, and district highway officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies," by amending section 7 of chapter X (MCL 230.7).


evidence_text: Representative LaFave moved to report out HB 4973 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Howell, Griffin, LaFave, Berman, Carra, Roth, Sneller, Clemente, Shannon, Liberati, Puri. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4973, but did not wish to speak: Deena Bosworth, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. The Chair laid HB 5286 before the committee: HB 5286 (Rep. Huizenga) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 627 (MCL 257.627), as amended by 2019 PA 31. Representative Huizenga, joined by Todd Melin, representing Ver-Mac, both testified in support of HB 5286. Questions and discussion followed. Jonathan Byrd, representing the Michigan Laborers Union, testified in support of HB 5286. William Miller, representing Operating Engineers 324, testified in support of HB 5286. Tony Kratofil, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation, testified with a neutral position on HB 5286. The following people submitted a card with no position on HB 5286, but did not wish to speak: Sergeant Chris Gerard, representing the Michigan State Police. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jack O'Malley adjourned the meeting at 11:50 AM. Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to adopt the meeting minutes from October 5, 2021 and October 19, 2021. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Sen.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to adopt the (S-1) version of SR 86. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Horn, Runestad, and Daley. Nays: Sen.(s) Geiss. The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to report the (S-1) version of SR 86 to the floor with recommendation that it be adopted. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Horn, Runestad, and Daley. Nays: Sen.(s) Geiss. The motion prevailed and the resolution was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to report HB 4343 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Horn, Runestad, and Daley. Nays: None Pass: Sen.(s) Geiss. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4343. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 460. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Horn, Runestad, and Daley. Nays: Sen.(s) Geiss. The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Runestad to report the (S-1) version of SB 460 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Horn, Runestad, and Daley. Nays: Sen.(s) Geiss. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 460. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:48 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to adopt the meeting minutes from October 19, 2021. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Moss to report HB 4711 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, and Wojno. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4711. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:34 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to adopt the meeting minutes from June 8, 2021. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:53 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to adopt the meeting minutes from October 19, 2021. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:58 p.


evidence_text: Representative Reilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 20, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4715 and HB 4716 before the committee: HB 4715 (Rep. Hood) A bill to amend 2008 PA 295, entitled "Clean and renewable energy and energy waste reduction act," (MCL 460.1001 to 460.1211) by adding sections 235 and 237. HB 4716 (Rep. Hoitenga) A bill to amend 2008 PA 295, entitled "Clean and renewable energy and energy waste reduction act," by amending section 5 (MCL 460.1005), as amended by 2016 PA 342, and by adding part 8. Representative Hoitenga and Representative Hood, testified in support of HB 4715 and HB 4716. Questions and discussion followed. Laurel Passera, representing the Coalition for Community Solar Access, and Scott Risley, representing Nautilus Solar Energy, testified together in support of HB 4715 and HB 4716. Questions and discussion followed. Grace Michienzi, representing the Michigan EIBC; Liz Reddington, representing Pivot Energy; and John Kinch, representing Michigan Energy Options, testified together in support of HB 4715 and HB 4716. Questions and discussion followed. Chuck Conlen, representing DTE Energy, testified in opposition to HB 4715 and HB 4716. Questions and discussion followed. Sarah Nielson, representing Consumers Energy, testified in opposition to HB 4715 and HB 4716. Ed Rivet, representing the Conservative Energy Forum, testified in support of HB 4715 and HB 4716. Jamie O'Brien, representing Advanced Energy Storage, testified in support of HB 4715 and HB 4716. Robert Hazen and Zoe Ketola, representing themselves as students at Michigan Technological University, testified in support of HB 4715 and HB 4716. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4715 and HB 4716, but did not wish to speak: Reverend Sharon Burrty, representing the Detroit Hamtramck Coalition for Advancing Healthy Environments. Steve Mulder, representing the Climate Witness Project. Tom Hickson, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference. Hajnal and Chris Minger, representing themselves. Larry Junck, representing himself. The Climate Action and Justice Group of the First Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Ann Arbor. Wayne Appleyard, representing himself. Stephen C. Brown, representing himself. Rosalyn Barclay, representing herself. Robert Minger, representing himself. Joshua Barclay, representing himself. Chris Hackbarth, representing the Michigan Municipal League. John Dulmes, representing the Michigan Chemistry Council. Jimmy Greene, representing the Associated Builders and Contractors - Michigan. Kindra Weid, representing the MI Air MI Health. Charles Griffith, representing the Ecology Center. Andy Bandyk, representing the Citizens Utility Board of Michigan. Salar Naini, representing Turning Point Energy. Deana Denis, representing CERES. Marc Smith, representing the National Wildlife Federation. Amy Trotter, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs. Todd Williams, representing Lean & Green Michigan. Scott Ringlein, representing the Energy Alliance Group. Justin Vandenbroeck, representing ESA Solar. Scott DeYoung, representing Windemuller Electric. Jason Slattery, representing Gem Energy. James Cleland, representing Cloudbreak Energy Partners. Tim Powers, representing Inovateus Solar. Mike Malane, representing Power Home Solar. Kelly Roache, representing Renewable Properties. Mark Cryderman, representing The Green Panel. Luke Olinyk, representing Harvest Solar. Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club. Andrew Vermeesch, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. Kellie and Jewel Lynne, representing themselves. Marion P. Holt, representing herself. Ruth A. Mohr, representing herself. Julie Dybdahl, representing herself. Kathleen Slonager, representing the Asthma and Allergy Foundation. Lisa DelBuono, representing the Michigan Clinicians for Climate Action. Alexis Blizman, representing the Ecology Center. Kate Madigan, representing the Michigan Climate Action Network. Missy Stults, representing the City of Ann Arbor. Nicholas Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Sister Mary Brigid Clingman, representing the Dominican Sisters. Representative Yousef Rabhi, representing himself. Debra Rowe, representing the U.S. Partnership for Education for Sustainable Development. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4715 and HB 4716, but did not wish to speak: Jason Hayes, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Stephanie Johnson, representing the UWUA. Mike Johnston, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association.


evidence_text: Representative Hoitenga moved to excuse Representatives Sneller and Cherry from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Bellino adjourned the meeting at 10:27 AM. Representative Joe Bellino, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Bellino moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 6, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4833 and HB 4834 before the committee: HB 4833 (Rep. Ellison) A bill to provide for the exemption of certain property from certain taxes; to levy and collect a specific tax upon the owners of certain property; to provide for the disposition of that specific tax; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities; and to provide penalties. HB 4834 (Rep. Tisdel) A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The general property tax act," (MCL 211.1 to 211.155) by adding section 9p.


evidence_text: Representative Ellison moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4833. The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Bezotte, Howell, Alexander, Bellino, Berman, Paquette, Slagh, Ellison, Sowerby, Kuppa, Cavanagh. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Bezotte moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4834. The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Bezotte, Howell, Alexander, Bellino, Berman, Paquette, Slagh, Ellison, Sowerby, Kuppa, Cavanagh. Nays: None. Pass: None. At 12:10 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 12:12 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order. William Miller, representing Operating Engineers Local 3 and 4, testified in opposition to HB 4833 and HB 4834. Paul Connors and David Buick, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified in opposition to HB 4833 and HB 4834.


evidence_text: Representative Ellison moved to report out HB 4833 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 1). The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Bezotte, Howell, Alexander, Bellino, Berman, Paquette, Slagh, Ellison, Sowerby, Kuppa, Cavanagh. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Bezotte moved to report out HB 4834 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 1). The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Bezotte, Howell, Alexander, Bellino, Berman, Paquette, Slagh, Ellison, Sowerby, Kuppa, Cavanagh. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4833 and HB 4834, but did not wish to speak: Leah Robinson, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4833 and HB 4834, but did not wish to speak: Ed Noonan, representing United Rental. Alysia Ryan, representing the American Rental Association. Scott Parent, representing United Rental. Scott Riehl, representing the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association. Chris Hackbarth, representing the Michigan Municipal League. Deena Bosworth, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. The Chair laid SB 242 and SB 245 before the committee: SB 242 (Sen. McBroom) A bill to amend 1966 PA 261, entitled "An act to provide for the apportionment of county boards of commissioners; to prescribe the size of the board; to provide for appeals; to prescribe the manner of election of the members of the county board of commissioners; to provide for compensation of members; to prescribe penalties and provide remedies; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by amending sections 10 and 12 (MCL 46.410 and 46.412), section 12 as amended by 2013 PA 84. SB 245 (Sen. Moss) A bill to amend 1966 PA 293, entitled "An act to provide for the establishment of charter counties; to provide for the election of charter commissioners; to prescribe their powers and duties; to prohibit certain acts of a county board of commissioners after the approval of the election of a charter commission; to prescribe the mandatory and permissive provisions of a charter; to provide for the exercise by a charter county of certain powers whether or not authorized by its charter; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies," by amending section 14 (MCL 45.514), as amended by 2017 PA 210. Senator McBroom and Senator Moss testified in support of SB 242 and SB 245. Questions and discussion followed. Jim Storey, representing the Allegan County Board of Commissioners, testified in support of SB 242 and SB 245. Deena Bosworth, representing the Michigan Association of Counties, testified in support of SB 242 and SB 245. Questions and discussion followed. William Miller, representing the Oakland County Board of Commissioners, testified in support of SB 242 and SB 245. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4833 and HB 4834, but did not wish to speak: Sam Olsen, representing the Wayne County Commission.


evidence_text: Representative Cavanagh moved to excuse Representative Garza from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Calley adjourned the meeting at 1:01 PM. Representative Julie Calley, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Hall moved to excuse Representative Neeley from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 153 before the committee: SB 153 (Sen. Brinks) A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act," by amending sections 4 and 21 (MCL 205.94 and 205.111), section 4 as amended by 2018 PA 679 and section 21 as amended by 2020 PA 30. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 153, but did not wish to speak: Phillip Vander Klay, representing the Alliance for Period Supplies and U by Kotex. Paul Connors, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury.


evidence_text: Representative Kuppa moved to report out SB 153 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hall, Tisdel, Calley, Farrington, O'Malley, Beeler, Outman, Ellison, Brixie, Kuppa, Cavanagh. Nays: Reps. Steven Johnson, Meerman. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4879 before the committee: HB 4879 (Rep. Farrington) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," by amending sections 12, 607, and 623 (MCL 206.12, 206.607, and 206.623), sections 12 and 607 as amended by 2018 PA 38 and section 623 as amended by 2014 PA 13.


evidence_text: Representative Farrington moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4879. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hall, Tisdel, Calley, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Meerman, O'Malley, Beeler, Outman, Ellison, Brixie, Kuppa, Cavanagh. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Farrington, and Mike Wisniewski, testified in support of HB 4879. Leah Robinson, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, testified in support of HB 4879. Paul Connors, and Stewart Binke, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified in opposition to HB 4879. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4879, but did not wish to speak: Rachel Rearden, representing the Michigan Association of CPA's. Amanda Fisher, representing the National Federation of Independent Business. Mike Johnston, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association.


evidence_text: Representative Tisdel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 13, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Matt Hall adjourned the meeting at 10:56 AM. Representative Matt Hall, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Lauwers to adopt the meeting minutes from October 20, 2021. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to adopt the (S-2) version of SB 447. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Horn, Geiss, Bullock, and McMorrow. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-2) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to report the (S-2) version of SB 447 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Horn, Geiss, Bullock, and McMorrow. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to report SB 624 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Horn, Geiss, Bullock, and McMorrow. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to report HB 4694 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Horn, Geiss, Bullock, and McMorrow. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to report HB 4171 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Horn, Geiss, Bullock, and McMorrow. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4171. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to report HB 4172 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Horn, Geiss, Bullock, and McMorrow. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4172. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:13 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to adopt the meeting minutes from October 20, 2021. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to report HB 5376 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 5376. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to report HB 4289 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4289. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 4290. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to report HB 4290 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4290. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to report SB 698 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Sen.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the meeting. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:51 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to adopt the meeting minutes from October 13, 2021. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to report SR 89 to the floor with recommendation that it be adopted. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) LaSata, McBroom, Victory, Outman, Lauwers, Geiss, Bullock, and Hollier Nays: None The motion prevailed and the resolution was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Victory to report SB 452 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) LaSata, McBroom, Victory, Outman, Lauwers, and Bullock Nays: Sen. Hollier Pass: Sen. Geiss The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 452. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:57 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to adopt the meeting minutes from June 16, 2021 and October 6, 2021. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to report HB 4380 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Bizon, Sen.(s) Barrett, Runestad, Johnson, Zorn, Bullock, and Alexander. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: Representative Allor moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 14, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5261, HB 5262, HB 5263 and HB 5264 before the committee: HB 5261 (Rep. Hammoud) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 9145 (MCL 333.9145), as added by 2018 PA 554. HB 5262 (Rep. Hammoud) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," (MCL 500.100 to 500.8302) by adding section 3406v. HB 5263 (Rep. Whiteford) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," (MCL 500.100 to 500.8302) by adding section 3406x. HB 5264 (Rep. Hornberger) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 21535. Representative Hammoud, Representative Whiteford, Representative Hornberger, Tim Codd, Matt McCord, MD, and Robert Ficano, testified together in support of HB 5261, HB 5262, HB 5263 and HB 5264. The Chair laid HB 5074, HB 5075, HB 5076 and HB 5077 before the committee: HB 5074 (Rep. Kahle) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 22215 (MCL 333.22215), as amended by 2002 PA 619. HB 5075 (Rep. LaGrand) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 22219 (MCL 333.22219), as added by 2002 PA 619. HB 5076 (Rep. Beeler) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 22221 (MCL 333.22221), as amended by 2002 PA 619. HB 5077 (Rep. Cambensy) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 22213 (MCL 333.22213), as amended by 2002 PA 619.


evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to report out HB 5074 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 17-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller, Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Morse. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Allor moved to report out HB 5075 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 17-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller, Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Morse. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hauck moved to report out HB 5076 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 17-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller, Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Morse. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Meerman moved to report out HB 5077 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 16-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller, Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Morse. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Stone. Chair Kahle returned to HB 5261, HB 5262, HB 5263, and HB 5264 for further questions and discussion with Representative Hammoud, Representative Whiteford, Representative Hornberger, Tim Codd, Matt McCord, MD, and Robert Ficano, The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5261, HB 5262, HB 5263 and HB 5264, but did not wish to speak: Kris Kraft, representing the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5262 and HB 5263, but did not wish to speak: Joseph Sullivan, representing the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5262, but did not wish to speak: Christine Shearer, representing the Michigan Association of Health Plans. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5263, but did not wish to speak: Christine Shearer, representing the Michigan Association of Health Plans.


evidence_text: Representative Filler moved to excuse Representatives Whitsett and Neeley from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Kahle adjourned the meeting at 11:29 AM. Representative Bronna Kahle, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Cambensy moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 14, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5388 before the committee: HB 5388 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 503 (MCL 324.503), as amended by 2018 PA 240.


evidence_text: Representative LaFave moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5388. The motion did not prevail 4-5-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Cambensy. Nays: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Aiyash. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Eisen moved to report out HB 5388 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: Reps. Markkanen, LaFave. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5388, but did not wish to speak: Rich Bowman, representing The Nature Conservancy. Bryan Burroughs, representing Michigan Trout Unlimited. The Chair laid HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360 before the committee: HB 5358 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding sections 43528c and 43528d. HB 5359 (Rep. Cherry) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding sections 48714a and 48714b. HB 5360 (Rep. Martin) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 40113a (MCL 324.40113a), as amended by 2016 PA 382. At 10:36 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:37 AM, Majority Vice Chair Markkanen called the committee back to order. Representative Howell, Representative Cherry and Representative Martin testified in support of HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360. Amy Trotter, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs, and Mike Thorman, representing the Michigan Hunting Dog Federation, testified in support of HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360. Questions and discussion followed. Craig Brunet, Sarah Cummins and Seth Herbst, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in support of HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360. Questions and discussion followed. Bryan Burroughs, representing Michigan Trout Unlimited, testified in support of HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360. Michael Pedigo, representing himself, testified in support of HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360. Questions and discussion followed. Dennis Stachewicz, representing Aspen Thicket Grouse Dogs, testified in support of HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360. Questions and discussion followed. Gary Gorniak, representing the Upper Peninsula Sportsmen's Club, testified in support of HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360. At 10:42 AM, Majority Vice Chair Markkanen laid the committee at ease. At 10:42 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360, but did not wish to speak: Joe Hudson, representing the U.P. Bear Houndsmen Association. Allen Kasdorf, representing the St. Joseph County Conservation Club. Roger Calhoun, representing the Livingston County Wildlife and Conservation Club. Ray Schmidt, representing Double SS Outdoors. Marc Traver, representing Metro West Steelheaders. George Lindquist, representing the U.P. Whitetails of Marquette County. Bryan Reynolds, representing the Big Bay Sportsman's Club. Erik Schnelle, representing the State Advisory Council of National Deer Association. Mindy Koch, representing the Michigan Resource Stewards. Denny Grinold, representing the Michigan Charter Boat Association. Kyle Rorah, representing Ducks Unlimited. Jane Finnerty, representing the Cadillac Sportsman's Club. Greg Peter, representing the Chelsea Rod and Gun Club. Nick Buggia, representing the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation. Mark Spencer, representing the Michigan Trapper's and Predator Callers Association. The Chair laid HR 186 before the committee: HR 186 (Rep. Aiyash) A resolution to call on the state of Michigan to act quickly to replace lead service lines that have contaminated drinking water sources in the city of Hamtramck.


evidence_text: Representative Sowerby moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HR 186. The motion prevailed 9- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Aiyash testified in support of HR 186.


evidence_text: Representative Markkanen moved to report out HR 186 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card in support of HR 186, but did not wish to speak: Megan Tinsley, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 11:54 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 21, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5187 and HB 5188 before the committee: HB 5187 (Rep. Fink) A bill to amend 1976 PA 390, entitled "Emergency management act," by amending sections 3 and 5 (MCL 30.403 and 30.405), section 3 as amended by 2002 PA 132 and section 5 as amended by 2006 PA 545. HB 5188 (Rep. Outman) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 2253 and 2453 (MCL 333.2253 and 333.2453), section 2253 as amended by 2006 PA 157. Representative Fink and Representative Outman, testified in support of HB 5187 and HB 5188. Questions and discussion followed. Christopher Lee, representing the National Shooting Sports Foundation, testified in support of HB 5187 and HB 5188. Questions and discussion followed. Marcy Jankovich, representing the DC Project, testified in support of HB 5187 and HB 5188. Jordan Hoover, representing Hunter Nation, testified in support of HB 5187 and HB 5188. Glenn Duncan, representing Duncan's Outdoor Shop, testified in support of HB 5187 and HB 5188. Questions and discussion followed. Richard Hansen, representing Silver Bullet Firearms, testified in support of HB 5187 and HB 5188. Questions and discussion followed. Michael Barbour, representing Top Gun Shooting Sports, testified in support of HB 5187 and HB 5188. Questions and discussion followed. Brady Schickinger, representing the Michigan Coalition for Responsible Gun Owners, testified in support of HB 5187 and HB 5188. Scott Jones, representing the National Rifle Association, testified in support of HB 5187 and HB 5188. Ian Fitzgerald, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs, testified in support of HB 5187 and HB 5188. Questions and discussion followed. Tom Lambert, representing Michigan Open Carry, testified in support of HB 5187 and HB 5188. Joel Swisher, representing Uncoiled Firearms of Livonia, testified in support of HB 5187 and HB 5188. Questions and discussion followed. Joel Fulton, representing Freedom Firearms and Calhoun County Gun Owners Association, testified in support of HB 5187 and HB 5188. Questions and discussion followed. David Van Lopik, representing himself, testified in support of HB 5187 and HB 5188. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5187 and HB 5188, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Linda Danders, representing Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5187 and HB 5188, but did not wish to speak: Connor Bevan, representing the American Sportfishing Association. Tom DeRousie, representing Michigan Gun Owners, Inc. Bruce Tague, representing the Sportsmen's Alliance. Jeff Poet, representing Jay's Sporting Goods. Brendan Boudreau, representing Great Lakes Gun Rights. Salam Fathoi, representing the National Shooting Sports Foundation. Scott Meyer, representing Hunter Nation. Martine Hinds, representing Silver Bullet Firearms. Gregory Berg, representing himself. Randall Mullins, representing Top Gun Shooting Sports. Mark Spencer, representing the Michigan Trappers and Predator Callers Association. Nick Buggia, representing the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5187 and HB 5188, but did not wish to speak: Mary Pollock, representing the American Association of University Women of Michigan. Eric Gaines, representing Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America. Martha Couretas, representing Moms for Gun Defense. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Steven Johnson adjourned the meeting at 11:54 AM. Representative Steven Johnson, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative O'Neal moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 30, 2021. There being no objections, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the Committee a presentation on Digital Workforce Development (DWD). James Curran, Owner of Haptix Studio, and Joe Bamberger, Managing Partner of Emerge Consulting, did a PowerPoint on presentation on Digital Workforce Development (DWD). Questions followed. A copy of the presentation and handout is attached. At 9:54 a. m., the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 9:55 a. m., with all members present, the Majority Vice Chair David Martin called the committee back to order. The Chair laid HB 5433, HB 5434 and HB 5435 before the committee: HB 5433 (Rep. Posthumus) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 16305a. HB 5434 (Rep. Griffin) A bill to amend 2016 PA 407, entitled "Skilled trades regulation act," (MCL 339.5101 to 339.6133) by adding section 407a. HB 5435 (Rep. Steven Johnson) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," (MCL 339.101 to 339.2677) by adding section 407a. Chair Beth Griffin, the bill sponsor for HB 5434, and Representative Steven Johnson, the bill sponsor for HB 5435, explained the bill package. Questions followed. Fred Schaible, Legislative Liaison for the Michigan Department of Military Affairs, submitted a card stating he was available for questions for HB 5433, HB 5434, and HB5435. There being no further business before the committee; Representative Markkanen moved that the committee adjourn. There being no objections, the Majority Vice-Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:02 a.m. Representative Beth Griffin, Chair Joy Brewer Committee Clerk joybrewer@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative O'Malley moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 26, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5190 before the committee: HB 5190 (Rep. Farrington) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending sections 1278a and 1278b (MCL 380.1278a and 380.1278b), section 1278a as amended by 2020 PA 158 and section 1278b as amended by 2018 PA 230. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5190, but did not wish to speak: Peter Spadafore, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents and Administrators. Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards. Chriss Glass, representing the Education Advocates of West Michigan. The following person submitted a card with no position on HB 5190, but did not wish to speak: Sheryl Kennedy, representing the Michigan Department of Education.


evidence_text: Representative Markkanen moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5190. The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Green, Markkanen, O'Malley, Beeler, Damoose, Posthumus, Brenda Carter, Koleszar, Shannon, Stone. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative O'Malley moved to report out HB 5190 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-4-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Green, Markkanen, O'Malley, Beeler, Damoose, Posthumus. Nays: Reps. Brenda Carter, Koleszar, Shannon, Stone. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5424 before the committee: HB 5424 (Rep. Hornberger) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1254a. Vice Chair Paquette took over the gavel, the time being 9:05. Chair Hornberger, testified in support of HB 5424. Questions and discussion followed. Chair Hornberger returned to the gavel, the time being 9:19. Don Wotruba, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards, testified in opposition to HB 5424. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5424, but did not wish to speak: Sheryl Kennedy, representing the Michigan Department of Education. Andy Neumann, representing the Michigan Education Association. Chris Glass, representing the West Michigan Education Advocates. Mike Latuis, representing the Wayne Regional Educational Service Agency. Peter Spadafore, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents and Administrators. Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals. Ray Telman, representing the Middle Cities Education Association. David Martell, representing Michigan School Business Officials. Abby Cypher, representing the Michigan Association of Administrators of Special Education. Paul Liabenow, representing the Michigan Elementary and Secondary School Principals Association. Eddie Kindle, representing the Genesee Intermediate School District. Bill Miller, representing the Michigan Association of Intermediate School Administrators.


evidence_text: Representative Brenda Carter moved to excuse Representative Camilleri from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Pamela Hornberger adjourned the meeting at 9:42 AM. Representative Pamela Hornberger, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Calley moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 26, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4923 before the committee: HB 4923 (Rep. Steven Johnson) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 2 (MCL 168.2), as amended by 2018 PA 603. Representative Johnson, testified in support of HB 4923. Questions and discussion followed. Alex Weddon, representing Pure Integrity for Michigan Elections, testified in opposition to HB 4923. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4923, but did not wish to speak: James Johnson, representing Pure Integrity for Michigan Elections. Shira Roza, representing Promote the Vote. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4923, but did not wish to speak: Adam Reames, representing the Michigan Department of State. The Chair laid HB 5474 before the committee: HB 5474 (Rep. Meerman) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 807 (MCL 168.807). Tim Holland, representing Representative Meerman, testified in support of HB 5474. Questions and discussion followed. Adam Reames, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified in opposition to HB 5474. Alex Weddon, representing Pure Integrity for Michigan Elections, testified in support of HB 5474. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5474, but did not wish to speak: James Johnson, representing Pure Integrity for Michigan Elections. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5474, but did not wish to speak: Shira Roza, representing Promote the Vote. Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Association of County Clerks and the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks. Erica Peresman, representing the Michigan Democratic Party. The Chair laid HB 5273 before the committee: HB 5273 (Rep. Hertel) A bill to amend 1966 PA 293, entitled "An act to provide for the establishment of charter counties; to provide for the election of charter commissioners; to prescribe their powers and duties; to prohibit certain acts of a county board of commissioners after the approval of the election of a charter commission; to prescribe the mandatory and permissive provisions of a charter; to provide for the exercise by a charter county of certain powers whether or not authorized by its charter; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies," by amending sections 11a and 14 (MCL 45.511a and 45.514), section 11a as added by 1980 PA 7 and section 14 as amended by 2017 PA 210, and by adding section 14b. Representative Hertel and Joe Fresarch testified in support of HB 5273. Questions and discussion followed. James Johnson, representing Pure Integrity for Michigan Elections, testified in opposition to HB 5273. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5273, but did not wish to speak: Adam Reasmes, representing the Michigan Department of State. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5273, but did not wish to speak: Alex Weddon, representing Pure Integrity for Michigan Elections. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Ann Bollin adjourned the meeting at 12:26 PM. Representative Ann Bollin, Chair Angie Lake Acting Committee Clerk alake@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 26, 2021. There being no objections, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HR 157 before the committee: HR 157 (Rep. Tisdel) A resolution to urge the members of Congress to take action to mitigate the depletion of the Social Security and Medicare Trust Funds.


evidence_text: Representative Tisdel moved to report out HR 157 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wakeman, Wozniak, Rendon, Roth, Tisdel, Pohutsky, Camilleri, Brenda Carter, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5274, HB 5275, HB 5276, HB 5277, HB 5278 and HB 5280 before the committee: HB 5274 (Rep. Meerman) A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled "Child protection law," by amending section 8 (MCL 722.628), as amended by 2016 PA 491. HB 5275 (Rep. LaGrand) A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled "Child protection law," by amending section 7j (MCL 722.627j), as amended by 2010 PA 81. HB 5276 (Rep. Hertel) A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled "Child protection law," by amending sections 5, 7d, 7e, 7g, 8b, 8d, and 9a (MCL 722.625, 722.627d, 722.627e, 722.627g, 722.628b, 722.628d, and 722.629a), section 5 as amended by 2004 PA 563, sections 7d, 7e, 7g, and 9a as added by 1998 PA 428, section 8b as amended by 2006 PA 263, and section 8d as amended by 2014 PA 30. HB 5277 (Rep. Hoitenga) A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled "Child protection law," by amending section 2 (MCL 722.622), as amended by 2018 PA 59. HB 5278 (Rep. Brenda Carter) A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled "Child protection law," by amending section 7 (MCL 722.627), as amended by 2018 PA 56. HB 5280 (Rep. Fink) A bill to amend 1973 PA 116, entitled "An act to provide for the protection of children through the licensing and regulation of child care organizations; to provide for the establishment of standards of care for child care organizations; to prescribe powers and duties of certain departments of this state and adoption facilitators; to provide penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by amending section 1 (MCL 722.111), as amended by 2020 PA 6. Representative David LaGrand, bill sponsor for HB 5274, explained the package, and introduced Representative Luke Meerman, bill sponsor for HB 5274, explained the bill. Question followed. Representative Andrew Fink, bill sponsor for HB 5280, explained the bill. Representative Kevin Hertel, bill sponsor for HB 5276, explained the bill and introduced Erica Hammel and Christyne Kadlitz, who testified in support of HB 5276. Questions followed. The following individuals testified remotely in support of HB 5274, HB 5275, HB 5276, HB 5277, HB 5278, HB 5279 and HB 5280: Tina Casler; Emily Schab, Grand Rapids Branch Director for Bethany Christian Services; and Phil Decter, MSW, representing the Child Welfare Policy Director at Evident Change. There being no further business before the committee; Representative Tisdel moved that the committee adjourn. The Chair adjourned the meeting at 1:16 p.m. Representative Rodney Wakeman, Chair Joy Brewer Committee Clerk joybrewer@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 26, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4699 before the committee: HB 4699 (Rep. Pohutsky) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 520l (MCL 750.520l), as amended by 1988 PA 138. Representative Pohutsky testified in support of HB 4699. Elinor Jordan, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence, testified in support of HB 4699. Chief Kelli Gleason, representing the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office, testified in support of HB 4699. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4699, but did not wish to speak: Jess Averill-Hammond, representing the Michigan Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention and Treatment Board. Merissa Kovach, representing the ACLU of Michigan. Mary Pollock, representing The American Association of University Women of Michigan. Mitch Albers, representing the Michigan Department of Attorney General. Rebecca Shiemke, representing the Michigan Poverty Law Program. The Chair laid HB 4798 and HB 4974 before the committee: HB 4798 (Rep. Filler) A bill to amend 1985 PA 87, entitled "William Van Regenmorter crime victim's rights act," (MCL 780.751 to 780.834) by adding section 8a. HB 4974 (Rep. Yancey) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," (MCL 760.1 to 777.69) by adding section 40b to chapter VII. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4798 and HB 4974, but did not wish to speak: Jess Averill-Hammond, representing the Michigan Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention and Treatment Board. Mary Pollock, representing The American Association of University Women of Michigan. Mitch Albers, representing the Michigan Department of Attorney General. Elinor Jordan, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence. Miriam Jane Black O'Shea, representing the Michigan Junior League.


evidence_text: Representative Yancey moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4798. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Yancey moved to report out HB 4798 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 1). The motion prevailed 12-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Kahle, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen. Nays: Rep. Steven Johnson. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Yancey moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4974. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Yancey moved to report out HB 4974 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 1). The motion prevailed 11-1-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Kahle, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, Clements, Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen. Nays: Rep. Steven Johnson. Pass: Rep. LaGrand. The Chair laid HB 4830 before the committee: HB 4830 (Rep. Steven Johnson) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 224 (MCL 750.224), as amended by 2006 PA 401. Representative Johnson, testified in support of HB 4830. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4830, but did not wish to speak: Matt Saxton, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association. Stephanie Johnson, representing the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police. The Chair laid HB 4898, HB 4899, HB 4900 and HB 4901 before the committee: HB 4898 (Rep. Filler) A bill to amend 1998 PA 386, entitled "Estates and protected individuals code," by amending sections 1106, 1210, 2519, 2806, 3605, 3916, 3917, 3918, 3959, 3981, 3982, 3983, 5102, 5301, 5303, 5304, 5305, 5306a, 5310, 5311, 5313, 5314, 5506, 5507, 5508, 5510, 5511, 7103, 7105, 7110, 7302, 7402, 7506, and 7604 (MCL 700.1106, 700.1210, 700.2519, 700.2806, 700.3605, 700.3916, 700.3917, 700.3918, 700.3959, 700.3981, 700.3982, 700.3983, 700.5102, 700.5301, 700.5303, 700.5304, 700.5305, 700.5306a, 700.5310, 700.5311, 700.5313, 700.5314, 700.5506, 700.5507, 700.5508, 700.5510, 700.5511, 700.7103, 700.7105, 700.7110, 700.7302, 700.7402, 700.7506, and 700.7604), section 1106 as amended by 2018 PA 555, sections 1210, 7302, 7402, and 7506 as amended and sections 7110 and 7604 as added by 2009 PA 46, section 2519 as amended by 2010 PA 325, section 3917 as amended by 2004 PA 314, section 5301 as amended by 2005 PA 204, sections 5303 and 5305 as amended by 2017 PA 155, section 5306a as added by 2012 PA 173, section 5310 as amended by 2000 PA 54, section 5313 as amended by 2012 PA 545, section 5314 as amended by 2018 PA 594, section 5506 as amended by 2020 PA 246, sections 5507, 5508, and 5510 as amended by 2008 PA 41, section 5511 as amended by 2004 PA 532, and sections 7103 and 7105 as amended by 2018 PA 664, and by adding sections 5301c, 7408, 7409, and 7409a; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 4899 (Rep. Filler) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 236 (MCL 257.236), as amended by 2000 PA 64. HB 4900 (Rep. Bolden) A bill to amend 1998 PA 433, entitled "Michigan uniform transfers to minors act," by amending sections 10 and 11 (MCL 554.530 and 554.531). HB 4901 (Rep. Bolden) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 80312 (MCL 324.80312), as amended by 2000 PA 65. At 9:31 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 9:32 AM, the Majority Vice Chair Mike Mueller called the committee back to order. Chairman Filler and Representative Bolden, testified in support of HB 4898, HB 4899, HB 4900 and HB 4901. Nathan Piwowarski, representing the Probate and Estate Planning Section of the State Bar of Michigan, testified in support of HB 4898, HB 4899, HB 4900 and HB 4901. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4899 and HB 4901, but did not wish to speak: Adam Reames, representing the Michigan Department of State. At 9:45 AM, the Majority Vice Chair Mike Mueller laid the committee at ease. At 9:46 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Filler adjourned the meeting at 9:47 AM. Representative Graham Filler, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Bellino moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 26, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation by Kristan Sayers, President, and Mike Sarafa, Board Director, of the Michigan Association of Beauty Professionals. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 5055 before the committee: HB 5055 (Rep. Posthumus) A bill to amend 2016 PA 407, entitled "Skilled trades regulation act," by amending section 223 (MCL 339.5223), as added by 2021 PA 24, and by adding section 224. Representative Posthumus testified in support of HB 5055. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5055, but did not wish to speak: David Worthams, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association. At 10:59 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 11:00 AM, Majority Vice Chair Hoitenga called the committee back to order. The Majority Vice Chair laid HB 5295 and HB 5296 before the committee: HB 5295 (Rep. Hauck) A bill to amend 1993 PA 23, entitled "Michigan limited liability company act," by amending section 904 (MCL 450.4904), as amended by 2013 PA 131. HB 5296 (Rep. Hertel) A bill to amend 1972 PA 284, entitled "Business corporation act," by amending section 284 (MCL 450.1284), as amended by 2013 PA 132. Representative Hauck, Representative Hertel, and Eric DiMortino, representing the Michigan Association of Chiropractors, testified in support of HB 5295 and HB 5296. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5295 and HB 5296, but did not wish to speak: MacKenzie Jones, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulation. At 11:04 AM, Majority Vice Chair Hoitenga laid the committee at ease. At 11:05 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid HB 4710 before the committee: HB 4710 (Rep. Steven Johnson) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending sections 525 and 529 (MCL 436.1525 and 436.1529), section 525 as amended by 2016 PA 434.


evidence_text: Representative Bellino moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4710. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland, Young. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hoitenga moved to report out HB 4710 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman. Nays: Reps. Hertel, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland, Young. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4710, but did not wish to speak: Scott Ellis and Mason Doerr, representing the Michigan Licensed Beverage Association. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4710, but did not wish to speak: David Marvin, representing the Michigan Liquor Control Commission. The Chair laid HB 5126 and HB 5127 before the committee: HB 5126 (Rep. Garza) A bill to amend 2016 PA 281, entitled "Medical marihuana facilities licensing act," by amending section 408 (MCL 333.27408). HB 5127 (Rep. Hauck) A bill to amend 2016 PA 281, entitled "Medical marihuana facilities licensing act," by amending section 402 (MCL 333.27402), as amended by 2018 PA 582.


evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5126. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland, Young. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Outman moved to report out HB 5126 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 2). The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland, Young. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Clements moved to report out HB 5127 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland, Young. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5126 and HB 5127, but did not wish to speak: Kevin Cross, representing the Specialty Agriculture Risk and Financial Association. The Chair laid SB 461 before the committee: SB 461 (Sen. VanderWall) A bill to amend 2016 PA 281, entitled "Medical marihuana facilities licensing act," by amending section 408 (MCL 333.27408).


evidence_text: Representative Hoitenga moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to SB 461. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland, Young. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Damoose moved to report out SB 461 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 2). The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland, Young. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 461 and SB 462, but did not wish to speak: Kevin Cross, representing the Specialty Agriculture Risk and Financial Association. The Chair laid HB 4232 before the committee: HB 4232 (Rep. Hoitenga) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 707 (MCL 436.1707), as amended by 2008 PA 11.


evidence_text: Representative Damoose moved to report out HB 4232 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 13-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Young. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4232, but did not wish to speak: David Marvin, representing the Michigan Liquor Control Commission. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4232, but did not wish to speak: Scott Ellis and Mason Doerr, representing the Michigan Licensed Beverage Association. The Chair laid SB 462 before the committee: SB 462 (Sen. Wojno) A bill to amend 2016 PA 281, entitled "Medical marihuana facilities licensing act," by amending section 402 (MCL 333.27402), as amended by 2018 PA 582.


evidence_text: Representative Damoose moved to report out SB 462 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland, Young. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hertel moved to excuse Representative Garza from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hauck adjourned the meeting at 11:14 AM. Representative Roger Hauck, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Eisen moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 26, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5327 before the committee: HB 5327 (Rep. Hope) A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled "Michigan memorial highway act," by amending section 67 (MCL 250.1067), as added by 2003 PA 195. Representative Hope, joined by Rachel Starr, wife of Trooper Caleb H. Starr, testified in support of HB 5327. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Sneller moved to report out HB 5327 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Howell, Griffin, Berman, Carra, Roth, Sneller, Clemente, Shannon, Liberati, Puri. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5327, but did not wish to speak: Troy Hagon, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5327, but did not wish to speak: Trooper Travis Fletcher, representing the Michigan State Police. The Chair laid HB 5370 before the committee: HB 5370 (Rep. VanSingel) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," (MCL 257.1 to 257.923) by adding section 649a. Representative VanSingel testified in support of HB 5370. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5370, but did not wish to speak: Chris Gerard, representing the Michigan State Police.


evidence_text: Representative Berman moved to excuse Representative LaFave from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jack O'Malley adjourned the meeting at 10:45 AM. Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the meeting minutes from October 14, 2021. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to report SB 654 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was a follows: Yeas: Chair Victory, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin Nays: None The motion prevailed bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 654. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to adopt amendment #1 to SB 694. The vote was a follows: Yeas: Chair Victory, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin Nays: None The motion prevailed amendment was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 694, as amended. The vote was a follows: Yeas: Chair Victory, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin Nays: None The motion prevailed bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report SB 694 (S-1), as amended, as a clean substitute, to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was a follows: Yeas: Chair Victory, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin Nays: None The motion prevailed bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 694. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report HB 5259 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was a follows: Yeas: Chair Victory, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin Nays: None The motion prevailed bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 5259. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:19 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the meeting minutes from October 19, 2021. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Sen.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 671. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Lauwers, LaSata, MacDonald, McMorrow, Geiss, and Moss. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. MacDonald to report the (S-1) version of SB 671 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Lauwers, LaSata, MacDonald, McMorrow, Geiss, and Moss. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 671. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McMorrow to adopt the McMorrow amendment #1 to SB 615. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Sen.(s) McMorrow, Geiss, and Moss. Nays: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Lauwers, LaSata, and MacDonald. The motion failed and the amendment was not adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McMorrow to adopt the McMorrow amendment #2 to SB 615. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Sen.(s) McMorrow, Geiss, and Moss. Nays: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Lauwers, LaSata, and MacDonald. The motion failed and the amendment was not adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McMorrow to adopt the McMorrow amendment #3 to SB 615. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Sen.(s) McMorrow, Geiss, and Moss. Nays: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Lauwers, LaSata, and MacDonald. The motion failed and the amendment was not adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to adopt the Geiss amendment #4 to SB 615. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Sen.(s) McMorrow, Geiss, and Moss. Nays: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Lauwers, LaSata, and MacDonald. The motion failed and the amendment was not adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to adopt the Geiss amendment #5 to SB 615. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Sen.(s) McMorrow, Geiss, and Moss. Nays: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Lauwers, LaSata, and MacDonald. The motion failed and the amendment was not adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to adopt the Geiss amendment #6 to SB 615. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Sen.(s) McMorrow, Geiss, and Moss. Nays: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Lauwers, LaSata, and MacDonald. The motion failed and the amendment was not adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to adopt the amendment #7 to SB 615. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Sen.(s) McMorrow, Geiss, and Moss. Nays: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Lauwers, LaSata, and MacDonald. The motion failed and the amendment was not adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report SB 615 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, LaSata, MacDonald, and Moss. Nays: Sen.(s) Lauwers and McMorrow. Pass: Sen.(s) Geiss. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 615. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. MacDonald to report SB 623 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, LaSata, MacDonald, McMorrow, Geiss, and Moss. Nays: Sen.(s) Lauwers. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 623. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:14 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to adopt the meeting minutes from October 26, 2021. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Lauwers to report HB 4921 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and Wojno. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4921. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 656. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and Wojno. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to report the (S-1) version of SB 656 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and Wojno. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 656. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:49 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to adopt the meeting minutes from October 26, 2021. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Sen.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:50 p.


evidence_text: Representative Whiteford moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 23, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 627 and SB 628 before the committee: SB 627 (Sen. LaSata) A bill to provide for the recovery or replacement of durable monuments defining the Michigan- Indiana state line; to create a commission; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and agencies; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. SB 628 (Sen. LaSata) A bill to amend 1990 PA 345, entitled "State survey and remonumentation act," by amending section 12 (MCL 54.272), as amended by 2014 PA 166. Kate Witkowski, representing the Office of Senator LaSata, introduced the bills. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 627, but did not wish to speak: Ron Brenke, representing the ACEC MI. Michelle Batora, representing the Michigan Society of Professional Surveyors. Jack Owens, representing the Surveyor. The Chair laid HB 5184 before the committee: HB 5184 (Rep. Tate) A bill to amend 2014 PA 259, entitled "Michigan national guard tuition assistance act," by amending the title and sections 3 and 4 (MCL 32.433 and 32.434), section 3 as amended by 2016 PA 531. Representative Tate introduced the bill. Questions and discussion followed. Fred Schaible, representing the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, testified in support of HB 5184. The Chair laid presentations on the challenges facing law enforcement before the committee. Ken Grabowski, representing the Police Officers Association of Michigan, and Mike Sauger, representing the Michigan Fraternal Order of Police, gave presentations. Questions and discussion followed. Matthew Saxton and Daniel Pfannes, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association, and Bob Stevenson and Chief Larry Weeks, representing the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police, gave presentations. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Tate moved to excuse Representative Peterson from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Thomas Albert adjourned the meeting at 10:01 AM. Representative Thomas Albert, Chair Matt Carnagie Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Haadsma moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 27, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 103 before the committee: SB 103 (Sen. Schmidt) A bill to provide for the rights of certain electric transmission line owners; to impose certain requirements on certain electric transmission line owners; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state agencies. Kirstie Sieloff, from Senator Schmidt's office, testified in support of SB 103. Simon Whitelock, Robert O'Meara and Chuck Marshall, all representing ITC, testified in support of SB 103. Questions and discussion followed. John Dulmes, representing the Michigan Chemistry Council, testified in opposition to SB 103. Devin Hartman, representing the R Street Institute, testified in opposition to SB 103. Sharon Segner, representing LS Power, testified in opposition to SB 103. Questions and discussion followed. Kris Stubbs, representing the Resale Power Group of Iowa, testified in opposition to SB 103. Jason Hayes, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, testified in opposition to SB 103. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 103, but did not wish to speak: Manny Lentine, representing the American Transmission Company. Rami Haddad, representing Johnson Controls. Pete Auger, representing the City of Novi. Kevin Korpi, representing the Michigan Forest Products Council. Al Pscholka, representing Kinexus. IBEW Local 17. IBEW Local 223. IBEW Local 876. Matt Pagel, representing Xcel Energy. Mike Alaimo, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. Rod LeBeau, representing the Utility Line Contractors. Zach Morris, representing the Market Van Buren. Jennifer Owens, representing Lakeshore Advantage. Josh Egglestar, representing the City of Wayland. Nicole Blonshine, representing Blain Township. Brian O'Connell, representing General Motors. The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 103, but did not wish to speak: Robbie Diamond, representing Securing America's Energy Future.


evidence_text: Representative Outman moved to excuse Representatives Reilly and Manoogian from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Joe Bellino adjourned the meeting at 10:23 AM. Representative Joe Bellino, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Ellison moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 27, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4423 before the committee: HB 4423 (Rep. LaGrand) A bill to amend 2003 PA 258, entitled "Land bank fast track act," by amending section 3 (MCL 124.753). Representative LaGrand testified in support of HB 4423. Questions and discussion followed. Karyn Ferrick and Jono Klooster, representing the City of Grand Rapids, testified in support of HB 4423. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4423, but did not wish to speak: Kate DeVries, representing the Economic Development Leaders for Michigan. Jen Regterink, representing the Michigan Municipal League. The Chair laid HB 5427 before the committee: HB 5427 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled "Open meetings act," by amending section 3a (MCL 15.263a), as amended by 2021 PA 54. Representative Howell testified in support of HB 5427. Questions and discussion followed. Mike Crodi and Michael VanOverbeke, representing the Michigan Association of Public Employee Retirement Systems, testified in support of HB 5427. Questions and discussion followed. Don Taylor, representing the Retired Detroit Police and Firefighers Association, testified in support of HB 5427. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5427, but did not wish to speak: Tom Sheeham, representing the General Retirement System Board of Trustees, Detroit. Jim VanLeuven, representing the Oakland County Employee's Retirement System. Julius Maisano, representing the City of Southfield General Employee Retirement System. Bob Neely, representing the Monroe County Retiree Healthcare Board. Brad Biladeau, representing the Municipal Retirement System of Michigan.


evidence_text: Representative Kuppa moved to excuse Representative Garza from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Calley adjourned the meeting at 12:57 PM. Representative Julie Calley, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Tisdel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 27, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.