evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to report out HB 5340 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 4-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris, VanderWall and McFall. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Fitzgerald. The Chair laid HB 5652 before the committee: HB 5652 (Rep. BeGole) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," (MCL 600.101 to 600.9947) by adding section 2940a. At 9:07 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 9:08 AM, Majority Vice Chair Harris called the committee back to order. Representative BeGole testified in support of HB 5652. Questions and discussions followed. At 9:10 AM, Majority Vice Chair Harris laid the committee at ease. At 9:10 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Tierra Hubbard, representing the Performance Racing Industry, testified in support of HB 5652. Questions and discussions followed. Woody Sloan, representing the Sloan Onondaga Dragway, testified in support of HB 5652. Questions and discussions followed. Ashley Meyers testified in opposition to HB 5652. Brandon Hamby, representing the Flat Rock Speedway, testified in support of HB 5652. Dennis Wheeler, representing the Owosso Speedway, testified in support of HB 5652. Questions and discussions followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair BeGole adjourned the meeting at 9:38 AM. Representative Brian BeGole, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


activity_role: pass


activity_role: yea

evidence_text: Representative Hoadley moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5104. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Thompson, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Neyer moved to report out HB 5104 with recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted. The committee further recommended that the bill and substitute (H-1) be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Thompson, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Liberati moved to report out HB 5106 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Thompson, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5227, HB 5228 and HB 5229 before the committee: HB 5227 (Rep. Fairbairn) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," by amending section 2512 (MCL 339.2512), as amended by 2024 PA 122. HB 5228 (Rep. Hoadley) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," by amending section 2517 (MCL 339.2517), as amended by 2008 PA 91. HB 5229 (Rep. Liberati) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," by amending section 2512d (MCL 339.2512d), as amended by 2016 PA 502.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to report out HB 5227 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Thompson, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Thompson moved to report out HB 5228 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Thompson, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5229 before the committee: HB 5229 (Rep. Liberati) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," by amending section 2512d (MCL 339.2512d), as amended by 2016 PA 502.


evidence_text: Representative Tyrone Carter moved to report out HB 5229 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Thompson, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4931 before the committee: HB 4931 (Rep. Bohnak) A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled "Open meetings act," by amending section 3a (MCL 15.263a), as amended by 2023 PA 214. Representative Bohnak testified in support of HB 4931. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4931, but did not wish to speak: Jarrett Skorup, representing the Mackinac Center. Paige Fults, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. The Chair laid HB 5577 before the committee: HB 5577 (Rep. Roth) A bill to amend 1964 PA 9, entitled "An act to describe, define, and officially adopt certain systems of coordinates for designating the position of points on or near the surface of the earth within this state," by amending sections 1, 1a, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, and 9 (MCL 54.231, 54.231a, 54.233, 54.234, 54.236, 54.237, 54.238, and 54.239), sections 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, and 9 as amended and section 1a as added by 1988 PA 154; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. Representative Roth testified in support of HB 5577. Questions and discussions followed. Brett Hollandsworth, representing the Michigan Society of Professional Surveyors, testified in support of HB 5577. Questions and discussions followed. The Chair laid HB 5469 and HB 5470 before the committee: HB 5469 (Rep. Aragona) A bill to regulate virtual currency kiosk operators; to require certain disclosures by virtual currency kiosk operators; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities; and to prescribe civil sanctions. HB 5470 (Rep. McFall) A bill to amend 2006 PA 250, entitled "Money transmission services act," by amending section 3 (MCL 487.1003), as amended by 2018 PA 573. At 9:37 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 9:38 AM, Majority Vice Chair Fairbairn called the committee back to order. Chair Aragona testified in support of HB 5469 and HB 5470. Questions and discussions followed. Representative McFall testified in support of HB 5469 and HB 5470. Questions and discussions followed. At 9:43 AM, Majority Vice Chair Fairbairn laid the committee at ease. At 9:44 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Chris Edwards, representing the Bitcoin Depot, testified in support of HB 5469 and HB 5470. Questions and discussions followed. Larry Lipka, representing Coin Flip, testified in support of HB 5469 and HB 5470. Questions and discussions followed. Chief Andrew Satterfield, representing the City of Sterling Heights, testified in support of HB 5469 and HB 5470. Questions and discussions followed. Dale Dwojakowski, City Manager, representing the City of Sterling Heights, testified in support of HB 5469. Questions and discussions followed. Cassie Thierfelder and Jason Lachowski, representing the AARP Michigan, testified with a neutral position on HB 5469 and HB 5470. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5469 and HB 5470, but did not wish to speak: Matt Sowash, representing the Satoshi Action.


evidence_text: Representative VanderWall moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5544. The motion prevailed 12-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona, Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley and Young. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Paiz. Representative Lightner, joined by Ross Yednock, representing the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services, testified in support of HB 5544, HB 5545, HB 5546, HB 5547, HB 5548, HB 5549 and HB 5550. Questions and discussion followed. Lori Brown, representing the Independent Payroll Processors Association, testified in support of HB 5544. Questions and discussions followed. Amy Miller, representing Automatic Data Processing, Inc., testified in support of HB 5544, HB 5545, HB 5546, HB 5547, HB 5548, HB 5549 and HB 5550. Questions and discussions followed. The Chair laid HB 5552 before the committee: HB 5552 (Rep. Tisdel) A bill to amend 1966 PA 326, entitled "An act to regulate the rate of interest of money; to provide exceptions; to prescribe the rights of parties; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts," by amending section 1c (MCL 438.31c), as amended by 1990 PA 94. At 11:09 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 11:10 AM, Majority Vice Chair Frisbie called the committee back to order. Representative Tisdel, joined by Allyson McLean and Andrew Goralczyk, representing Rocket Mortgage, testified in support of HB 5552. Questions and discussion followed. At 11:17 AM, Majority Vice Chair Frisbie laid the committee at ease. At 11:18 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid HB 5497 before the committee: HB 5497 (Rep. Schuette) A bill to amend 1977 PA 135, entitled "An act to prohibit certain mortgage lending practices by a credit granting institution; to prescribe the powers and duties of the commissioner of the financial institutions bureau in relation to those practices; to permit the establishment of local mortgage review boards; and to provide remedies and penalties," by amending the title and sections 1 and 2 (MCL 445.1601 and 445.1602), the title and section 2 as amended by 1993 PA 43 and section 1 as amended by 2012 PA 444. Chair Tisdel testified in support of the proposed (H-1) substitute for HB 5497.


evidence_text: Representative Aragona moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5497. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona, Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley, Young and Paiz. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Aragona moved to report out HB 5497 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona, Hoskins, Tyrone Carter and Neeley. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Young and Paiz.


evidence_text: Representative Frisbie moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5433. The motion prevailed 16-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Hope, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson. Nays: Rep. Carra. Pass: None.


activity_role: nay


evidence_text: Representative Frisbie moved to report out HB 5433 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 10-1-6: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz and Herzberg. Nays: Rep. Carra. Pass: Reps. Hope, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5434. The motion prevailed 10-1-6: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz and Herzberg. Nays: Rep. Carra. Pass: Reps. Hope, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to report out HB 5434 with recommendation that the substitute (H-2) be adopted. The committee further recommended that the bill and substitute (H-2) be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 10-1-6: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz and Herzberg. Nays: Rep. Carra. Pass: Reps. Hope, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Prestin moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5435. The motion prevailed 16-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Hope, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson. Nays: Rep. Carra. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Prestin moved to report out HB 5435 with recommendation that the substitute (H-2) be adopted. The committee further recommended that the bill and substitute (H-2) be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 10-1-6: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz and Herzberg. Nays: Rep. Carra. Pass: Reps. Hope, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bohnak moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5479. The motion prevailed 10-1-6: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz and Herzberg. Nays: Rep. Carra. Pass: Reps. Hope, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bohnak moved to report out HB 5479 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 10-1-6: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz and Herzberg. Nays: Rep. Carra. Pass: Reps. Hope, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson. The Chair laid HB 5319, HB 5320, HB 5321, HB 5322, HB 5323, HB 5324, HB 5325, HB 5326, HB 5327, HB 5328, HB 5329, HB 5330, HB 5331 and HB 5332 before the committee: HB 5319 (Rep. Bruck) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 45a (MCL 750.45a), as added by 2018 PA 445. HB 5320 (Rep. Liberati) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 16b of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16b), as amended by 2018 PA 652. HB 5321 (Rep. Meerman) A bill to restrict the operation of unmanned vehicles by creating a state geofencing database; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; and to prescribe penalties. HB 5322 (Rep. Meerman) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 12k of chapter XVII (MCL 777.12k), as added by 2002 PA 34. HB 5323 (Rep. Harris) A bill to amend 1984 PA 431, entitled "The management and budget act," (MCL 18.1101 to 18.1594) by adding section 219a. HB 5324 (Rep. Steckloff) A bill to amend 2016 PA 436, entitled "Unmanned aircraft systems act," (MCL 259.301 to 259.331) by adding section 29. HB 5325 (Rep. Tyrone Carter) A bill to amend 2016 PA 436, entitled "Unmanned aircraft systems act," (MCL 259.301 to 259.331) by adding section 8a. HB 5326 (Rep. BeGole) A bill to amend 2016 PA 436, entitled "Unmanned aircraft systems act," (MCL 259.301 to 259.331) by adding section 8. HB 5327 (Rep. Herzberg) A bill to amend 2016 PA 436, entitled "Unmanned aircraft systems act," by amending section 22 (MCL 259.322). HB 5328 (Rep. Bruck) A bill to amend 2016 PA 436, entitled "Unmanned aircraft systems act," (MCL 259.301 to 259.331) by adding section 10. HB 5329 (Rep. Schriver) A bill to amend 1984 PA 431, entitled "The management and budget act," (MCL 18.1101 to 18.1594) by adding section 261g. HB 5330 (Rep. Robinson) A bill to amend 2016 PA 436, entitled "Unmanned aircraft systems act," (MCL 259.301 to 259.331) by adding section 16. HB 5331 (Rep. Conlin) A bill to amend 1984 PA 431, entitled "The management and budget act," (MCL 18.1101 to 18.1594) by adding section 261g. HB 5332 (Rep. Martus) A bill to amend 2016 PA 436, entitled "Unmanned aircraft systems act," (MCL 259.301 to 259.331) by adding section 6. The substitute (H-2) to HB 5325 was previously adopted on February 3, 2026. The substitute (H-2) to HB 5326 was previously adopted on February 3, 2026. The following person submitted a card wishing to speak with no position on HB 5319, HB 5320, HB 5321, HB 5322, HB 5323, HB 5324, HB 5325, HB 5326, HB 5327, HB 5328, HB 5329, HB 5330, HB 5331 and HB 5332, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Bryan Budds, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation Aeronautics Division. The following person submitted a card wishing to speak in opposition to HB 5321, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Kyle Zawacki, representing the ACLU of Michigan. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5319 and HB 5320, but did not wish to speak: Jim Cool, representing the Michigan Railroads Association. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5320, HB 5322, HB 5324, HB 5325, HB 5326 and HB 5329, but did not wish to speak: Matt Rybar, representing the Michigan Drone Association. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5319, HB 5321, HB 5323, HB 5330 and HB 5332, but did not wish to speak: Matt Rybar, representing the Michigan Drone Association. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5327, HB 5328 and HB 5331, but did not wish to speak: Matt Rybar, representing the Michigan Drone Association.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 5319. The motion prevailed 12-1-4: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Koleszar and Miller. Nays: Rep. Carra. Pass: Reps. Hope, Andrews, Grant and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to report out HB 5319 with recommendation, as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 11-2-4: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg and Miller. Nays: Reps. Carra and Hope. Pass: Reps. Koleszar, Andrews, Grant and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5320. The motion prevailed 15-1-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Hope, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant and Miller. Nays: Rep. Carra. Pass: Rep. Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to report out HB 5320 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 10-5-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz and Herzberg. Nays: Reps. Carra, Hope, Koleszar, Andrews and Miller. Pass: Reps. Grant and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 5321. The motion prevailed 10-5-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz and Herzberg. Nays: Reps. Carra, Hope, Koleszar, Andrews and Miller. Pass: Reps. Grant and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to report out HB 5321 with recommendation, as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 10-5-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz and Herzberg. Nays: Reps. Carra, Hope, Koleszar, Andrews and Miller. Pass: Reps. Grant and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to report out HB 5322 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-5-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz and Herzberg. Nays: Reps. Carra, Hope, Koleszar, Andrews and Miller. Pass: Reps. Grant and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5323. The motion prevailed 16-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Hope, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson. Nays: Rep. Carra. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to report out HB 5323 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 16-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Hope, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson. Nays: Rep. Carra. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to report out HB 5324 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 15-1-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Hope, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant and Miller. Nays: Rep. Carra. Pass: Rep. Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to report out HB 5325 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 15-1-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Hope, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant and Miller. Nays: Rep. Carra. Pass: Rep. Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to report out HB 5326 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 14-1-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant and Miller. Nays: Rep. Carra. Pass: Reps. Hope and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 5327. The motion prevailed 14-0-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Hope, Koleszar and Miller. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Andrews, Grant and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to report out HB 5327 with recommendation, as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 16-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Hope, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant and Miller. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to report out HB 5328 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 13-0-4: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Koleszar and Miller. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Hope, Andrews, Grant and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to report out HB 5329 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-2-4: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz and Herzberg. Nays: Reps. Andrews and Grant. Pass: Reps. Hope, Koleszar, Miller and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5330. The motion prevailed 11-0-6: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz and Herzberg. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Hope, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to report out HB 5330 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-6: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz and Herzberg. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Hope, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 5331. The motion prevailed 16-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Hope, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant and Miller. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to report out HB 5331 with recommendation, as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 16-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Hope, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant and Miller. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to report out HB 5332 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 11-2-4: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg and Grant. Nays: Reps. Carra and Hope. Pass: Reps. Koleszar, Andrews, Miller and Wilson. The Chair laid HB 5644 before the committee: HB 5644 (Rep. Outman) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 19a, 675, 803d, and 803h (MCL 257.19a, 257.675, 257.803d, and 257.803h), section 19a as amended by 2002 PA 618, section 675 as amended by 2018 PA 179, and sections 803d and 803h as amended by 2018 PA 62. At 12:33 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 12:34 PM, Majority Vice Chair Alexander called the committee back to order. Chair Outman testified in support of HB 5644. Questions and discussions followed. At 12:38 PM, Majority Vice Chair Alexander laid the committee at ease. At 12:39 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Nick Andary, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified in support of HB 5644. Questions and discussions followed. Patrick Crane, representing the Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners, testified in support of HB 5644. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5644, but did not wish to speak: Dr. Barb Medvec, President, representing the American Nurses Association - MI (ANA-MI). Bret Marr, representing Bronson Health.


evidence_text: Representative Outman moved to report out HB 5644 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 17-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Hope, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Outman adjourned the meeting at 12:49 PM. Representative Pat Outman, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Cavitt moved to report out HB 4724 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 27-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Maddock, Phil Green, Jenkins-Arno, Kelly, Markkanen, Mueller, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Roth, Cavitt, DeSana, Kuhn, Robinson, O'Neal, Rogers, Steckloff, Glanville, Farhat, Martus, McKinney, Morgan, Price, Snyder and Longjohn. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Steele.


evidence_text: Representative Kuhn moved to report out HB 4702 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 27-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Maddock, Phil Green, Jenkins-Arno, Kelly, Markkanen, Mueller, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Roth, Cavitt, DeSana, Kuhn, Robinson, O'Neal, Rogers, Steckloff, Glanville, Farhat, Martus, McKinney, Morgan, Price, Snyder and Longjohn. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Steele. The Chair laid HB 4839 before the committee: HB 4839 (Rep. Lightner) A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled "The social welfare act," (MCL 400.1 to 400.119b) by adding section 109z. Representative Lightner testified in support of HB 4839. Questions and discussions followed. Kevin Koorstra, representing the House Fiscal Agency, testified on HB 4839. Questions and discussions followed. The Chair laid SB 215 before the committee: SB 215 (Sen. Santana) A bill to amend 1976 PA 331, entitled "Michigan consumer protection act," by amending section 3k (MCL 445.903k), as added by 2018 PA 211. Dr. Raphael Johnson, representing the Office of Senator Santana, testified in support of SB 215. Questions and discussions followed. Aaron Meek, representing the House Fiscal Agency, testified on SB 215. Questions and discussions followed. Representative Greene testified in support of SB 215. Questions and discussions followed. Senator Santana testified in support of SB 215. Questions and discussions followed. Derek Blunke, representing the Veterans of Foreign Affairs, testified in opposition to SB 215. Questions and discussions followed. John Blomstrom, representing Veterans Guardians, testified in support of SB 215. The following person submitted a card in support of SB 215, but did not wish to speak: Peter O'Rourke, representing the National Association for Veterans Rights.


evidence_text: Representative Bohnak moved to report out SB 398 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. VanderWall, Thompson, Tisdel, Bierlein, DeBoer, Prestin, Schmaltz, St. Germaine, Bohnak, Frisbie, Brenda Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Hoskins and Foreman. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4902, HB 4903 and HB 4904 before the committee: HB 4902 (Rep. VanderWall) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by repealing section 18109 (MCL 333.18109). HB 4903 (Rep. Meerman) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 18114 (MCL 333.18114), as added by 2019 PA 96. HB 4904 (Rep. DeBoer) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 18114 (MCL 333.18114), as added by 2019 PA 96; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. At 9:05 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 9:06 AM, Majority Vice Chair Thompson called the committee back to order. Chair VanderWall, joined by Representative DeBoer, and Matthew Criado-Cano, representing the office of Representative Meerman, testified in support of HB 4902, HB 4903, and HB 4904. At 9:10 AM, Majority Vice Chair Thompson laid the committee at ease. At 9:11 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4903 and HB 4904, but did not wish to speak: Dr. Sara Sue Schaeffer, representing the Michigan Licensed Professional Counselors Association. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4903 and HB 4904, but did not wish to speak: Christopher DeBoer, representing the Michigan Mental Health Counselors Association. Mack Jones, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Duane Brejak, representing the National Association of Social Workers. The Chair laid HB 5074 before the committee: HB 5074 (Rep. Thompson) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 16903, 18111, 18223, 18233, and 18509 (MCL 333.16903, 333.18111, 333.18223, 333.18233, and 333.18509), section 16903 as amended by 2006 PA 388, section 18111 as amended by 2019 PA 96, section 18223 as amended by 2018 PA 24, section 18233 as amended by 1994 PA 234, and section 18509 as amended by 2004 PA 61, and by adding sections 18111a and 18227. Representative Thompson testified in support of HB 5074. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5074, but did not wish to speak: Duane Brejak, representing the National Association of Social Workers.


evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5465. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Breen and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Bruck, testified in support of HB 5465. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5465, but did not wish to speak: Jon Cool, representing the Michigan Railroads Association. Joe Fedewa, representing DTE Energy. Adam Majestic, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber.


evidence_text: Representative BeGole moved to report out HB 5465 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Breen and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5515 before the committee: HB 5515 (Rep. Hoadley) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 227 (MCL 750.227), as amended by 1986 PA 8.


evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5515. The motion prevailed 9-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Hope and Breen. Representative Hoadley testified in support of HB 5515. Questions and discussions followed. Cyndi Twichell, representing herself, testified in opposition to HB 5515. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5515, but did not wish to speak: Matt Saxton, Executive Director, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association. The Chair laid HB 5388 before the committee: HB 5388 (Rep. Slagh) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 224d (MCL 750.224d), as amended by 2018 PA 98. Representative Slagh, testified in support of HB 5388. Questions and discussions followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Lightner adjourned the meeting at 11:41 AM. Representative Sarah Lightner, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Prestin moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5308. The motion prevailed 10-0-7: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Martin, St. Germaine, VanderWall, Outman, Hoadley, Johnsen, Prestin, Bohnak, Fairbairn and Wortz. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. McFall, Scott, Weiss, Arbit, Foreman, Myers-Phillips and Wooden. Representative Borton and Bob Frye, representing the Michigan Waterfront Alliance, testified in support of HB 5308. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5308, but did not wish to speak: Nick Andary, representing the Michigan Department of State. The Chair laid HB 5680 before the committee: HB 5680 (Rep. Alexander) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 47328 and 47330 (MCL 324.47328 and 324.47330), as added by 1995 PA 57.


evidence_text: Representative Bohnak moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5680. The motion prevailed 10-0-7: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Martin, St. Germaine, VanderWall, Outman, Hoadley, Johnsen, Prestin, Bohnak, Fairbairn and Wortz. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. McFall, Scott, Weiss, Arbit, Foreman, Myers-Phillips and Wooden. Representative Alexander and Randy Claramunt, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Chief of the Fisheries Division, testified in support of HB 5680. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5680, but did not wish to speak: Beatrice Friedlander, representing Attorneys for Animals.


evidence_text: Representative Outman moved to report out HB 5680 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 17-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Martin, St. Germaine, VanderWall, Outman, Hoadley, Johnsen, Prestin, Bohnak, Fairbairn, Wortz, McFall, Scott, Weiss, Arbit, Foreman, Myers-Phillips and Wooden. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Martin adjourned the meeting at 12:59 PM. Representative David Martin, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to report out HB 5652 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 3-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris and VanderWall. Nays: Reps. Fitzgerald and McFall. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4848 before the committee: HB 4848 (Rep. Fitzgerald) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1509.


evidence_text: Representative Fitzgerald moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4848. The motion prevailed 5-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris, VanderWall, Fitzgerald and McFall. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Fitzgerald testified in support of HB 4848. Questions and discussions followed. Marquette County Sheriff George Zyburt testified in support of HB 4848. Questions and discussions followed. South Carolina State Representative Brandon Guffey testified in support of HB 4848. Paul Stankewitz, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference, testified in support of HB 4848. Emily and Doug Sluiter testified in support of HB 4848. Stephanie Rodriguez-Torres and Brittany Millan-Torres testified in support of HB 4848. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4848, but did not wish to speak: Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan High School Athletic Association. Kevin Polston, representing Kentwood Public Schools. Dan Behm, representing the Education Advocates of West Michigan. Colin Ford, representing the Michigan Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Olivia Ponte, representing the Michigan Department of Education. Brian Broderick, representing the Michigan Association of Non-Public Schools. Matt Saxton, representing the Michigan Sheriff's Association. The Chair laid HB 4471 before the committee: HB 4471 (Rep. Harris) A bill to amend 1851 PA 156, entitled "An act to define the powers and duties of the county boards of commissioners of the several counties, and to confer upon them certain local, administrative and legislative powers; and to prescribe penalties for the violation of the provisions of this act," by amending section 12a (MCL 46.12a), as amended by 2017 PA 204.


evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4471. The motion prevailed 5-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris, VanderWall, Fitzgerald and McFall. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Harris testified in support of HB 4471. Dan Pfannes, Monroe County Sheriff Troy Goodnough, and Macomb County Sheriff Anthony Wickersham, representing the Michigan Sheriff's Association, testified in support of HB 4471. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4471, but did not wish to speak: Deena Bosworth, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. Mike Sauger, representing the Michigan Fraternal Order of Police. Matt Saxton, representing the Michigan Sheriff's Association. Emily Corwin, representing the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office. There being no further business before the committee, Chair BeGole adjourned the meeting at 10:03 AM. Representative Brian BeGole, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Neyer moved to report out HB 5708 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 15-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Thompson, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Dievendorf. The Chair laid HB 5577 before the committee: HB 5577 (Rep. Roth) A bill to amend 1964 PA 9, entitled "An act to describe, define, and officially adopt certain systems of coordinates for designating the position of points on or near the surface of the earth within this state," by amending sections 1, 1a, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, and 9 (MCL 54.231, 54.231a, 54.233, 54.234, 54.236, 54.237, 54.238, and 54.239), sections 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, and 9 as amended and section 1a as added by 1988 PA 154; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. Representative Neeley offered the following amendment to HB 5577: 1. Amend page 6, following line 22, by inserting: "Enacting section 2. This amendatory act does not take effect unless Senate Bill No. 303 of the 103rd Legislature is enacted into law.".


evidence_text: Representative Neeley moved to adopt the amendment to HB 5577. The motion did not prevail 6-0-10: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Thompson and Linting.


evidence_text: Representative Fairbairn moved to report out HB 5577 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Thompson, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4931 before the committee: HB 4931 (Rep. Bohnak) A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled "Open meetings act," by amending section 3a (MCL 15.263a), as amended by 2023 PA 214.


evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4931. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Thompson, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hoadley moved to report out HB 4931 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Thompson, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5558, HB 5559, HB 5560, HB 5561, HB 5562, HB 5563, HB 5564, HB 5565, HB 5566, HB 5567, HB 5568 and HB 5569 before the committee: HB 5558 (Rep. Bierlein) A bill to regulate the business of providing earned wage access services; to require the licensing of providers of earned wage access services; to impose fees; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to prescribe penalties; to require the promulgation of rules; and to prescribe civil sanctions and provide remedies. HB 5559 (Rep. Bierlein) A bill to amend 2006 PA 250, entitled "Money transmission services act," by amending section 4 (MCL 487.1004), as amended by 2018 PA 573. HB 5560 (Rep. Bierlein) A bill to amend 1978 PA 390, entitled "An act to regulate the time and manner of payment of wages and fringe benefits to employees; to prescribe rights and responsibilities of employers and employees, and the powers and duties of the department of labor; to require keeping of records; to provide for settlement of disputes regarding wages and fringe benefits; to prohibit certain practices by employers; to prescribe penalties and remedies; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts," (MCL 408.471 to 408.490) by adding section 18a. HB 5561 (Rep. Liberati) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," by amending section 901 (MCL 339.901), as amended by 2016 PA 167. HB 5562 (Rep. Liberati) A bill to amend 1988 PA 161, entitled "Consumer financial services act," by amending section 2 (MCL 487.2052), as amended by 2006 PA 252. HB 5563 (Rep. Liberati) A bill to amend 1981 PA 70, entitled "An act to regulate the collection practices of certain persons; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state agencies; and to provide penalties and civil fines," by amending section 1 (MCL 445.251), as amended by 2016 PA 168. HB 5564 (Rep. Martin) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending section 4012 (MCL 600.4012), as amended by 2015 PA 14. HB 5565 (Rep. Martin) A bill to amend 2005 PA 244, entitled "Deferred presentment service transactions act," by amending section 11 (MCL 487.2131). HB 5566 (Rep. Alexander) A bill to amend 1995 PA 162, entitled "Credit reform act," by amending section 2 (MCL 445.1852), as amended by 1996 PA 419. HB 5567 (Rep. Alexander) A bill to amend 1939 PA 21, entitled "Regulatory loan act," by amending section 20 (MCL 493.20). HB 5568 (Rep. Herzberg) A bill to amend 1966 PA 326, entitled "An act to regulate the rate of interest of money; to provide exceptions; to prescribe the rights of parties; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts," by amending section 1 (MCL 438.31). HB 5569 (Rep. Herzberg) A bill to amend 1968 PA 259, entitled "An act to define and regulate the practice of criminal usury and to provide a penalty," (MCL 438.41 to 438.42) by adding section 1a. Representative Bierlein testified in support of HB 5558, HB 5559, HB 5560, HB 5561, HB 5562, HB 5563, HB 5564, HB 5565, HB 5566, HB 5567, HB 5568 and HB 5569. Questions and discussions followed. Ben LaRocco, representing EarnIn, testified in support of HB 5558, HB 5559, HB 5560, HB 5561, HB 5562, HB 5563, HB 5564, HB 5565, HB 5566, HB 5567, HB 5568 and HB 5569. Questions and discussions followed. Andrew Welch, representing DailyPay, testified in support of HB 5558, HB 5559, HB 5560, HB 5561, HB 5562, HB 5563, HB 5564, HB 5565, HB 5566, HB 5567, HB 5568 and HB 5569. Questions and discussions followed. Libby Benson, representing the Michigan Poverty Law Program, testified in opposition to HB 5558, HB 5559, HB 5560, HB 5561, HB 5562, HB 5563, HB 5564, HB 5565, HB 5566, HB 5567, HB 5568 and HB 5569. Questions and discussions followed. Monica Burks, representing the Center for Responsible Lending, testified in opposition to HB 5558, HB 5559, HB 5560, HB 5561, HB 5562, HB 5563, HB 5564, HB 5565, HB 5566, HB 5567, HB 5568 and HB 5569. Questions and discussions followed. Molly Jones, representing Payactiv, testified in support of HB 5558, HB 5559, HB 5560, HB 5561, HB 5562, HB 5563, HB 5564, HB 5565, HB 5566, HB 5567, HB 5568 and HB 5569. Randy Gross, representing the MI Chamber, testified in support of HB 5558, HB 5559, HB 5560, HB 5561, HB 5562, HB 5563, HB 5564, HB 5565, HB 5566, HB 5567, HB 5568 and HB 5569. Questions and discussions followed. Max Raymond, representing the Chamber of Progress, testified in support of HB 5558, HB 5559, HB 5560, HB 5561, HB 5562, HB 5563, HB 5564, HB 5565, HB 5566, HB 5567, HB 5568 and HB 5569. Ashley Urisman, representing the American Financial Council, testified in support of HB 5558, HB 5559, HB 5560, HB 5561, HB 5562, HB 5563, HB 5564, HB 5565, HB 5566, HB 5567, HB 5568 and HB 5569. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5558, HB 5559, HB 5560, HB 5561, HB 5562, HB 5563, HB 5564, HB 5565, HB 5566, HB 5567, HB 5568 and HB 5569, but did not wish to speak: Anna Murphy, representing the United Way of Southwest Michigan. Bobby Dorigo Jones, representing the Michigan Association of United Ways. Jessica AcMoody, representing the Community Economic Development Association of Michigan (CEDAM). Patrick Schaefer, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Todd Tennis, representing the Center for Civil Justice. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5569, but did not wish to speak: Bill Stone, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference.


evidence_text: Representative Martin moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5234. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, DeBoer, Witwer and Liberati. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative DeBoer moved to report out HB 5234 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, DeBoer, Witwer and Liberati. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5234, but did not wish to speak: Jimmy Johnson, representing the Michigan Association of Counties.


evidence_text: Representative Hoadley moved to report out HB 4765 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-3-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Smit, Fox, Outman, Alexander, Hoadley and Pavlov. Nays: Reps. Wooden, Koleszar and Xiong. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4765, but did not wish to speak: Logan Vorce, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Sherri Boyd, representing the Arc Michigan. Michelle Lindsay, representing Disability Rights Michigan. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Smit adjourned the meeting at 9:26 AM. Representative Rachelle Smit, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Fox moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5514. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schmaltz, Wozniak, Fox, Johnsen, Thompson, Pavlov, Woolford, Young, Byrnes, Rheingans and Xiong. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4954 before the committee: HB 4954 (Rep. Woolford) A bill to amend 1996 PA 195, entitled "Police officer's and fire fighter's survivor tuition grant act," by amending the title and sections 1, 2, 3, and 4 (MCL 390.1241, 390.1242, 390.1243, and 390.1244), the title and sections 1 and 4 as amended by 2012 PA 470 and sections 2 and 3 as amended by 2021 PA 127.


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4954. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schmaltz, Wozniak, Fox, Johnsen, Thompson, Pavlov, Woolford, Young, Byrnes, Rheingans and Xiong. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Johnsen moved to report out HB 4954 with recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted. The committee further recommended that the bill and substitute (H-1) be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schmaltz, Wozniak, Fox, Johnsen, Thompson, Pavlov, Woolford, Young, Byrnes, Rheingans and Xiong. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4954, but did not wish to speak: Ryan Fewins-Bliss, representing the Michigan College Access Network. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Schmaltz adjourned the meeting at 12:58 PM. Representative Kathy Schmaltz, Chair Matthew Carnagie Acting Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to report out HB 5544 with recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted. The committee further recommended that the bill and substitute (H-1) be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 9-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona and Schuette. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley, Young and Paiz.


evidence_text: Representative Martin moved to report out HB 5545 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona and Schuette. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley, Young and Paiz.


evidence_text: Representative Hoskins moved to report out HB 5546 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona and Schuette. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley, Young and Paiz.


evidence_text: Representative Hoskins moved to report out HB 5547 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-0-4: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona, Schuette and Paiz. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley and Young.


evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to report out HB 5548 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona and Schuette. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley, Young and Paiz.


evidence_text: Representative Frisbie moved to report out HB 5549 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona and Schuette. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley, Young and Paiz.


evidence_text: Representative Aragona moved to report out HB 5550 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona and Schuette. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley, Young and Paiz.


evidence_text: Representative Frisbie moved to report out HB 5552 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona, Schuette, Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley, Breen, Young and Paiz. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Tisdel adjourned the meeting at 10:47 AM. Representative Mark Tisdel, Chair Hazel Campbell-Crawley Committee Clerk hcrawley@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4477. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine, Pavlov, Wilson, Koleszar and Byrnes. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5646 and HB 5697 before the committee: HB 5646 (Rep. Kelly) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1531k. HB 5697 (Rep. DeBoer) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1531k.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5646. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine, Pavlov, Wilson, Koleszar and Byrnes. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5697. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine, Pavlov, Wilson, Koleszar and Byrnes. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Kelly testified in support of HB 5646. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5646, but did not wish to speak: Robert LeFevre & Colby Cesaro, representing MI Independent Colleges & Universities. Molly Macek, representing the Mackinac Center. Mike Latvis, representing Wayne RESA. John Severson, representing the Michigan Association of Intermediate School Administrators. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5697, but did not wish to speak: Brian Shoaf, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber of Commerce. Venessa Keesler, representing Launch Michigan. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5646 and HB 5697, but did not wish to speak: Steve Liedel, representing the Business Leaders for Michigan. Jeff Cobb, representing EDTrust Midwest. Beth DeShone, representing the MI Forward Network. Melissa Horste, representing Mi LEAP. The committee returned to consideration of HB 4477. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4477, but did not wish to speak: Matt Schueller, representing the MI Association of Superintendents and Administrators. Bob Kefgen, representing the MI Association of Secondary School Principals.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to report out HB 4477 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine, Pavlov, Wilson, Koleszar and Byrnes. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative St. Germaine moved to report out HB 4902 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. VanderWall, Thompson, Meerman, Tisdel, Bierlein, DeBoer, Prestin, Schmaltz, St. Germaine, Bohnak, Frisbie, Brenda Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Hoskins and Foreman. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Frisbie moved to report out HB 4903 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. VanderWall, Thompson, Meerman, Tisdel, Bierlein, DeBoer, Prestin, Schmaltz, St. Germaine, Bohnak, Frisbie, Brenda Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Hoskins and Foreman. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Tisdel moved to report out HB 4904 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. VanderWall, Thompson, Meerman, Tisdel, Bierlein, DeBoer, Prestin, Schmaltz, St. Germaine, Bohnak, Frisbie, Brenda Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Hoskins and Foreman. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5251 and HB 5252 before the committee: HB 5251 (Rep. VanderWall) A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled "The social welfare act," (MCL 400.1 to 400.119b) by adding section 109u. HB 5252 (Rep. Rogers) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 20106, 20109, 20115, and 20161 (MCL 333.20106, 333.20109, 333.20115, and 333.20161), sections 20106 and 20161 as amended by 2024 PA 252, section 20109 as amended by 2015 PA 156, and section 20115 as amended by 2023 PA 209, and by adding part 219A. At 9:07 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 9:10 AM, Majority Vice Chair Thompson called the committee back to order. Representative VanderWall and Representative Rogers testified in support of HB 5251 and HB 5252. Questions and discussions followed. At 9:22 AM, Majority Vice Chair Thompson laid the committee at ease. At 9:23 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Jody Rogers, representing the The Kidz Club, testified in support of HB 5251 and HB 5252. Questions and discussions followed. Ann Marie Ramsey testified in support of HB 5251 and HB 5252. Aaron Faist testified in support of HB 5251 and HB 5252. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5251 and HB 5252, but did not wish to speak: Kate Dorsey, representing the Michigan State Medical Society. Ta'Sheena Williams, representing the Michigan Council for Maternal and Child Health. Yousef Rabhi, representing the Michigan Nurses Association.


evidence_text: Representative Outman moved to report out HB 5688 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoadley, Bohnak, Outman, Harris, BeGole, DeBoyer, St. Germaine and Tate. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Grant and Brixie.


evidence_text: Representative Fitzgerald moved to report out HB 4848 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 5-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris, VanderWall, Fitzgerald and McFall. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4471 before the committee: HB 4471 (Rep. Harris) A bill to amend 1851 PA 156, entitled "An act to define the powers and duties of the county boards of commissioners of the several counties, and to confer upon them certain local, administrative and legislative powers; and to prescribe penalties for the violation of the provisions of this act," by amending section 12a (MCL 46.12a), as amended by 2017 PA 204.


evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4471. The motion prevailed 5-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris, VanderWall, Fitzgerald and McFall. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to report out HB 4471 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 5-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris, VanderWall, Fitzgerald and McFall. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5407 before the committee: HB 5407 (Rep. Bruck) A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The general property tax act," by amending section 7b (MCL 211.7b), as amended by 2023 PA 150. Representative Bruck and Melissa Alex testified in support of HB 5407. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5407, but did not wish to speak: Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association. John LaMacchia, representing the Michigan Municipal League. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5407, but did not wish to speak: Brad Ward, representing the Michigan Realtors. Derek Blumke, representing the Veterans of Foreign Wars. There being no further business before the committee, Chair BeGole adjourned the meeting at 9:18 AM. Representative Brian BeGole, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to report out HB 4901 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer and Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4696 before the committee: HB 4696 (Rep. Meerman) A bill to amend 2008 PA 260, entitled "Guardianship assistance act," by amending section 2 (MCL 722.872), as amended by 2023 PA 69.


evidence_text: Representative Martin moved to report out HB 4696 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer and Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4696, but did not wish to speak: Elizabeth Henderson, representing the Michigan Federation for Families and Children. Duane Breijak, representing the National Association of Social Workers Michigan Chapter. The Chair laid HB 4720 before the committee: HB 4720 (Rep. Smit) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 795 and 795a (MCL 168.795 and 168.795a), section 795 as amended by 2018 PA 127 and section 795a as amended by 1998 PA 215.


evidence_text: Representative Posthumus moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4720. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer and Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Posthumus moved to report out HB 4720 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer and Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5104 before the committee: HB 5104 (Rep. Grant) A bill to amend 2016 PA 281, entitled "Medical marihuana facilities licensing act," by amending sections 102 and 402 (MCL 333.27102 and 333.27402), section 102 as amended by 2021 PA 57 and section 402 as amended by 2021 PA 161.


evidence_text: Representative Aragona moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5104. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer and Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Aragona moved to report out HB 5104 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer and Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5106 before the committee: HB 5106 (Rep. Neyer) A bill to amend 2018 IL 1, entitled "Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act," by amending section 7 (MCL 333.27957), as amended by 2023 PA 166.


evidence_text: Representative Martin moved to report out HB 5106 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer and Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5227 before the committee: HB 5227 (Rep. Fairbairn) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," by amending section 2512 (MCL 339.2512), as amended by 2024 PA 122.


evidence_text: Representative DeBoer moved to report out HB 5227 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer and Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5228 before the committee: HB 5228 (Rep. Hoadley) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," by amending section 2517 (MCL 339.2517), as amended by 2008 PA 91.


evidence_text: Representative Posthumus moved to report out HB 5228 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer and Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5229 before the committee: HB 5229 (Rep. Liberati) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," by amending section 2512d (MCL 339.2512d), as amended by 2016 PA 502.


evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to report out HB 5229 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer and Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Prestin moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5710. The motion prevailed 9-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wendzel, Prestin, Martin, BeGole, DeBoer, Schmaltz, Fairbairn, Frisbie and Linting. Nays: Reps. Brixie, Andrews and Myers Phillips. Pass: Reps. Tate and Liberati.


evidence_text: Representative BeGole moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5711. The motion prevailed 9-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wendzel, Prestin, Martin, BeGole, DeBoer, Schmaltz, Fairbairn, Frisbie and Linting. Nays: Reps. Brixie, Andrews and Myers Phillips. Pass: Reps. Tate and Liberati. At 9:10 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 9:11 AM, Majority Vice Chair Prestin called the committee back to order. Representative Wendzel and Representative Outman testified in support of HB 5710 and HB 5711. Questions and discussions followed. At 9:38 AM, Majority Vice Chair Prestin laid the committee at ease. At 9:39 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Dave Stevenson, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, testified in support of HB 5710 and HB 5711. Questions and discussions followed. Mike Alaimo, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, testified in support of HB 5710 and HB 5711. Ben Poulson, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters, testified in opposition to HB 5710 and HB 5711. John Liskey, representing the Citizens Utility Board of Michigan, testified in opposition to HB 5710 and HB 5711. Mike Witkowski, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association, testified in support of HB 5710 and HB 5711. The following people submitted a card wishing to speak in opposition to HB 5710 and HB 5711, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Dr. Lisa Del Buono, representing the Michigan Clinicians for Climate Action. Heather Cole. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5710 and HB 5711, but did not wish to speak: Shane Berry. Sarah Berry. Douglas and Melissa Nelson. Sonny Koch and Tim Golding, representing Americans for Prosperity. Georgette Peterson. Rose Rook. Bob Hoff. Karen Johnson. Cynthia Henrey. Ronald Resisterer. Kathy Moussalli. Tammy Tapper. Jim Tapper. Tim Langholz, representing the National Federation of Independent Businesses. Judith Janssen. Cameron Sholty, representing Heartland Impact. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5710 and HB 5711, but did not wish to speak: Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club. Erika Kowall, representing American Clean Power. Denise Hartsough, representing the League of Women Voters of Michigan. Charlotte Jameson, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. Courtney Brady, representing Evergreen Action. Wibke Heymach, representing the Clean Air Task Force. Derrell Slaughter, representing the Natural Resources Defense Council. Peder Mewis, representing the Clean Grid Alliance. Todd Tennis, representing the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. Jacob Toomey, representing the Michigan Laborers District Council. Alexis Blizman, representing the Ecology Center. Patty O'Keefe, representing Vote Solar. Ed Rivet, representing the Michigan Conservative Energy Forum. Eli Isaguirre, representing the Northern Midwest Regional Council of Carpenters- Michigan Carpenters. Christian Koch, representing Ceres. Ryan Seblot, representing the Michigan AFL-CIO. Andrew Linhares, representing the Solar Energy Industry Association.


evidence_text: Representative Johnsen moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5456. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schmaltz, Wozniak, Fox, Johnsen, Thompson, Pavlov, Woolford, Young, Byrnes, Rheingans and Xiong. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5514 before the committee: HB 5514 (Rep. Cavitt) A bill to prohibit youth transportation companies from using certain restraints while transporting youths to certain qualified residential treatment programs; to provide exceptions; to provide civil sanctions; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities. A substitute (H-1) for HB 5514 was adopted at the March 17, 2026, meeting.


evidence_text: Representative Fox moved to report out HB 5514 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schmaltz, Wozniak, Fox, Johnsen, Thompson, Pavlov, Woolford, Young, Byrnes, Rheingans and Xiong. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to report out HB 5715 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schmaltz, Wozniak, Fox, Johnsen, Thompson, Pavlov, Woolford, Young, Byrnes, Rheingans and Xiong. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Schmaltz adjourned the meeting at 1:22 PM. Representative Kathy Schmaltz, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to report out SB 274 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant and Miller. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5636 before the committee: HB 5636 (Rep. Hoskins) A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled "Michigan memorial highway act," (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by adding section 123. Representative Hoskins testified in support of HB 5636. Tony Buffa, representing the Oakland County Sheriff's Office, testified in support of HB 5636. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5636, but did not wish to speak: Matt Saxton, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5636, but did not wish to speak: Max Aulbach, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to report out HB 5636 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant and Miller. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Prestin moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5074. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. VanderWall, Thompson, Meerman, Tisdel, Bierlein, DeBoer, Prestin, Schmaltz, St. Germaine, Bohnak, Frisbie, Brenda Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Hoskins and Foreman. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Thompson moved to report out HB 5074 with recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted. The committee further recommended that the bill and substitute (H-1) be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. VanderWall, Thompson, Meerman, Tisdel, Bierlein, DeBoer, Prestin, Schmaltz, St. Germaine, Bohnak, Frisbie, Brenda Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Hoskins and Foreman. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5251, but did not wish to speak: Chardae Burton, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.


evidence_text: Representative Bohnak moved to report out HB 5251 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. VanderWall, Thompson, Meerman, Tisdel, Bierlein, DeBoer, Prestin, Schmaltz, St. Germaine, Bohnak, Frisbie, Brenda Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Hoskins and Foreman. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Bierlein moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5252. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. VanderWall, Thompson, Meerman, Tisdel, Bierlein, DeBoer, Prestin, Schmaltz, St. Germaine, Bohnak, Frisbie, Brenda Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Hoskins and Foreman. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Frisbie moved to report out HB 5252 with recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted. The committee further recommended that the bill and substitute (H-1) be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. VanderWall, Thompson, Meerman, Tisdel, Bierlein, DeBoer, Prestin, Schmaltz, St. Germaine, Bohnak, Frisbie, Brenda Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Hoskins and Foreman. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5254 and HB 5255 before the committee: HB 5254 (Rep. Rigas) A bill to amend 1976 PA 331, entitled "Michigan consumer protection act," by amending section 3 (MCL 445.903), as amended by 2022 PA 152. HB 5255 (Rep. Pohutsky) A bill to limit interest and charges on medical debt; to limit actions taken to collect medical debt; to limit the sale of medical debt; to require information to be provided regarding medical debt; and to provide remedies. Representative Pohutsky, joined by Representative Rigas, testified in support of HB 5254 and HB 5255. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 449, SB 450 and SB 451, but did not wish to speak: Jessica AcMoody, representing CEDAM. Kezia Ofosu Atta, representing the American Lung Association of Michigan. Caroline Roberson, representing the ALS Association. Jason Lachowski, representing the American Association of Retired Persons Michigan. Libby Benton, representing the Michigan Poverty Law Program. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on SB 449, SB 450 and SB 451, but did not wish to speak: Adam Carlson, representing the Michigan Hospital Association. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5254, HB 5255, SB 449, SB 450 and SB 451, but did not wish to speak: Amber Bellazaire, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Angelica Katz, representing Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Lauren Edwards, representing Blood Cancer United. Kate Dorsey, representing the Michigan State Medical Society. Molly Medenblik, representing the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5254 and HB 5255, but did not wish to speak: Mary Kay Makarewicz, representing the Michigan Society of Hematology and Oncology. The Committee returned to discussion on SB 449, SB 450, and SB 451. Dr. Minal Patel, representing the University of Michigan School of Public Health, testified in support of SB 449, SB 450, and SB 451.


evidence_text: Representative Tyrone Carter moved to report out HB 4657 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Hope and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Scott moved to report out HB 4658 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Hope and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to report out HB 4659 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Hope and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to report out HB 4660 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Hope and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid SB 616 before the committee: SB 616 (Sen. Santana) A bill to amend 2022 PA 85, entitled "Opioid liability litigation act," by amending sections 2 and 3 (MCL 691.1672 and 691.1673), as amended by 2023 PA 228. Ashley Steffen and Matt Walker, both representing the Michigan Department of Attorney General, testified in support of SB 616. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 616, but did not wish to speak: Linda Davis, representing Face Addiction Now. James Johnson, representing the Michigan Association of Counties.


evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to report out SB 616 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Hope and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5515 before the committee: HB 5515 (Rep. Hoadley) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 227 (MCL 750.227), as amended by 1986 PA 8. The (H-1) substitute to HB 5515 was previously adopted on March 11, 2026.


evidence_text: Representative BeGole moved to report out HB 5515 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-3-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen and Schuette. Nays: Reps. Tyrone Carter, Hope and Scott. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5388 before the committee: HB 5388 (Rep. Slagh) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 224d (MCL 750.224d), as amended by 2018 PA 98.


evidence_text: Representative Johnsen moved to report out HB 5388 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-3-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen and Schuette. Nays: Reps. Tyrone Carter, Hope and Scott. Pass: None. At 11:01 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 11:05 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid HB 5281 before the committee: HB 5281 (Rep. Harris) A bill to regulate third-party litigation funding transactions; to require disclosures in those transactions; to establish the responsibilities of litigation funding companies and of attorneys; to require registration of litigation funding companies; to impose fees; to provide for the powers and duties of state governmental officers and entities; to prescribe civil fines and to provide remedies; and to require and allow the promulgation of rules. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5281, but did not wish to speak: Jacob Manning, representing the Small Business Association of Michigan. Jack Trebtoske, representing the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association. Jazmin Kay, representing Uber. Beth DeShone, representing the MI Forward Network. Shawon Cecil, representing the MI Realtors. Dawn Crandall, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan. Amanda Fisher, representing the NFIB. Zach Rudat, representing the Michigan Alliance for Legal Reform. Jerry Griffin, representing the Midwest Independent Retailers Association. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5281, but did not wish to speak: Mitch Albers, representing the Michigan Association for Justice.


evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5281. The motion prevailed 9-1-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter and Scott. Nays: Rep. Breen. Pass: Rep. Hope.


evidence_text: Representative Breen moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5281. The motion did not prevail 4-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tyrone Carter, Hope, Breen and Scott. Nays: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen and Schuette. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to report out HB 5281 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-4-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen and Schuette. Nays: Reps. Tyrone Carter, Hope, Breen and Scott. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Lightner adjourned the meeting at 11:13 AM. Representative Sarah Lightner, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative St. Germaine moved to report out HB 4708 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Martin, St. Germaine, VanderWall, Outman, Hoadley, Johnsen, Prestin, Bohnak, Fairbairn, Wortz, McFall, Scott, Weiss, Foreman, Myers Phillips and Wooden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5301 before the committee: HB 5301 (Rep. Bohnak) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 40113 (MCL 324.40113), as added by 1995 PA 57.


evidence_text: Representative Bohnak moved to report out HB 5301 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 13-0-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Martin, St. Germaine, VanderWall, Outman, Hoadley, Johnsen, Prestin, Bohnak, Fairbairn, Wortz, McFall, Scott and Wooden. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Weiss, Foreman and Myers Phillips. The Chair laid HB 5308 before the committee: HB 5308 (Rep. Borton) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 80124a (MCL 324.80124a), as amended by 2005 PA 271. A substitute (H-1) to HB 5308 was previously adopted at the March 11, 2026, meeting.


evidence_text: Representative Fairbairn moved to report out HB 5308 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 15-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Martin, St. Germaine, VanderWall, Outman, Hoadley, Johnsen, Prestin, Bohnak, Fairbairn, Wortz, McFall, Scott, Weiss, Foreman and Wooden. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Myers Phillips. The Chair laid HB 4733 before the committee: HB 4733 (Rep. Pavlov) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 48721 (MCL 324.48721), as amended by 2018 PA 529. Representative Alexander testified in support of HB 4733. Questions and discussions followed. Amanda Arnold, Brandon Kieft, and Seth Herbs, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in opposition to HB 4733. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4733, but did not wish to speak: Robert Kettner. The Chair laid a presentation from the Michigan Association of Conservation Districts before the committee. Rivka Hodgkinson gave a presentation on conservation district funding to the committee. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Aragona moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4816. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer, Witwer, Liberati and Herzberg. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Martin moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4816. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer, Witwer, Liberati and Herzberg. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative DeBoer moved to report out HB 4816 with recommendation, as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer, Witwer, Liberati and Herzberg. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4816, but did not wish to speak: Alex Morris, representing the Michigan Bankers Association. The Chair laid HB 5150 before the committee: HB 5150 (Rep. Thompson) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 16204, 16344, 18701, 18703, 18707, and 18709 (MCL 333.16204, 333.16344, 333.18701, 333.18703, 333.18707, and 333.18709), section 16204 as amended by 2005 PA 273 and sections 16344, 18701, 18703, 18707, and 18709 as added by 2004 PA 3, and by adding sections 18710 and 18712.


evidence_text: Representative Posthumus moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5150. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer, Witwer, Liberati and Herzberg. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Aragona moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5150. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer, Witwer, Liberati and Herzberg. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Posthumus moved to report out HB 5150 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer, Witwer, Liberati and Herzberg. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Schuette adjourned the meeting at 11:17 AM. Representative Bill Schuette, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Xiong moved to adopt the amendments to HB 5091. The motion did not prevail 3-4-2: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wooden, Koleszar and Xiong. Nays: Reps. Smit, Fox, Alexander and Pavlov. Pass: Reps. Outman and Hoadley. Representative Koleszar offered the following amendments to HB 5091: 1. Amend page 3, line 1, after "commissioner" by striking out the balance of the line through "census" on line 3. 2. Amend page 3, line 4, after "executive" by striking out the balance of the line through "census" on line 6. 3. Amend page 3, following line 6, by inserting: "(ix) A county clerk. (x) A county treasurer. (xi) A register of deeds. (xii) A county prosecuting attorney. (xiii) A county sheriff. (xiv) A county drain commissioner.". Representative Koleszar spoke to his amendments.


evidence_text: Representative Koleszar moved to adopt the amendments to HB 5091. The motion did not prevail 3-2-4: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wooden, Koleszar and Xiong. Nays: Reps. Smit and Fox. Pass: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Hoadley and Pavlov.


evidence_text: Representative Fox moved to report out HB 5091 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 6-0-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Smit, Fox, Outman, Alexander, Hoadley and Pavlov. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Wooden, Koleszar and Xiong. The Chair laid HB 5717 before the committee: HB 5717 (Rep. Wortz) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 373 (MCL 168.373).


evidence_text: Representative Outman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5717. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Smit, Fox, Outman, Alexander, Hoadley, Pavlov, Wooden, Koleszar and Xiong. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hoadley moved to report out HB 5717 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Smit, Fox, Outman, Alexander, Hoadley, Pavlov, Wooden, Koleszar and Xiong. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5717, but did not wish to speak: Graham Filler, representing Secure Democracy. Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5717 and HB 5091, but did not wish to speak: Sheree Ritchie, representing Pure Integrity Michigan Elections. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Smit adjourned the meeting at 9:08 AM. Representative Rachelle Smit, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Fox moved to report out HB 5456 with recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and the bill then pass. The committee further recommended that the bill and substitutes be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 7-1-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schmaltz, Wozniak, Fox, Johnsen, Thompson, Pavlov and Woolford. Nays: Rep. Rheingans. Pass: Reps. Young, Byrnes and Xiong.


evidence_text: Representative Woolford moved to report out HB 5457 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-4: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schmaltz, Wozniak, Fox, Johnsen, Thompson, Pavlov and Woolford. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Young, Byrnes, Rheingans and Xiong. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Schmaltz adjourned the meeting at 12:54 PM. Representative Kathy Schmaltz, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Kuhn moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5630. The motion prevailed 16-0-12: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Maddock, Phil Green, Jenkins-Arno, Kelly, Markkanen, Mueller, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Roth, Cavitt, Kuhn, Steele and Robinson. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Tate, O'Neal, Rogers, Steckloff, Glanville, Edwards, Farhat, Martus, McKinney, Morgan, Snyder and Longjohn.


evidence_text: Representative Steele moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5619. The motion prevailed 16-4-8: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Maddock, Phil Green, Jenkins-Arno, Kelly, Markkanen, Mueller, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Roth, Cavitt, Kuhn, Steele and Robinson. Nays: Reps. Rogers, McKinney, Morgan and Longjohn. Pass: Reps. Tate, O'Neal, Steckloff, Glanville, Edwards, Farhat, Martus and Snyder. Representative Kelly testified in support of HB 5630. Noelle Benson, representing the House Fiscal Agency, joined to answer questions from committee members. Questions and discussions followed. Representative Glanville offered the following amendments to HB 5630: 1. Amend page 45, line 26, by removing section 16 from the bill. 2. Amend page 46, line 5, by removing section 16a from the bill. 3. Amend page 116, line 11, by striking out all of subdivision (g). 4. Amend page 116, line 13, by striking out all of subdivision (h). 5. Amend page 118, line 8, by striking out all of subdivision (a) and relettering the remaining subdivisions. 6. Amend page 118, line 19, by striking out all of subdivision (d).