evidence_text: Representative Edwards moved to report out HB 4064 with recommendation, as amended. The motion prevailed 12-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Koleszar, Churches, Shannon, Stone, Weiss, Conlin, Edwards, Wegela, Greene, Markkanen, Paquette, Wendzel. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Glanville. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 63, but did not wish to speak: Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals. Jerry Johnson, representing the Barry, Branch, Calhoun, Jackson, Lenawee and Monroe Intermediate School Districts. Dr. David Michelson, representing the Michigan Education Association. Chris Glass, representing the Education Advocates of West Michigan. Dr. Sheryl Kennedy, representing the Michigan Department of Education. DaeSean Ashby, representing Clean Fuels Michigan. The following person submitted a card in opposition to SB 63, but did not wish to speak: Leah Robinson, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.


activity_role: prevailed

evidence_text: Representative Wegela moved to report out SB 63 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-1-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Koleszar, Churches, Shannon, Stone, Weiss, Glanville, Conlin, Edwards, Wegela. Nays: Rep. Paquette. Pass: Reps. Greene, Markkanen, Wendzel.


evidence_text: Representative Greene moved to excuse Representative Johnsen from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Koleszar adjourned the meeting at 9:20 AM. Representative Matt Koleszar, Chair Legan Rose Committee Clerk LRose@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 21, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee the Presentation by Michigan League of Conservation Voters with State Government Affairs Director Nick Occhipinti, and Brooke Harris the Director for Democracy for All. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Byrnes moved to excuse Representative Koleszar from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Tsernoglou adjourned the meeting at 10:50 AM. Representative Penelope Tsernoglou, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: April 20, 2023


evidence_text: Representative Coffia moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 21, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. At 12:03 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 12:07 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The chair laid a presentation from Demetrius Starling, Senior Deputy Director, Children’s Services Administration for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services before the Committee. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Glanville moved to excuse Representative Johnsen from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Young adjourned the meeting at 12:57 PM. Representative Stephanie A. Young, Chair Elaine Kupiec Committee Clerk ekupiec@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative McFall moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 21, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4132 and HB 4133 before the committee: HB 4132 (Rep. Snyder) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 907 and 909 (MCL 257.907 and 257.909), section 907 as amended by 2020 PA 382 and section 909 as amended by 2000 PA 94, and by adding sections 2c, 627c, and 907a. HB 4133 (Rep. Mueller) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending section 8379 (MCL 600.8379), as amended by 2000 PA 93.


evidence_text: Representative Neeley moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4132. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tyrone Carter, Liberati, Neeley, Scott, Young, Grant, McFall, Snyder, Wilson, Mueller, Filler, Wendzel, Aragona, Bierlein, Neyer. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Liberati moved to report out HB 4132 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 1). The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tyrone Carter, Liberati, Neeley, Scott, Young, Grant, McFall, Snyder, Wilson, Mueller, Filler, Wendzel, Aragona, Bierlein, Neyer. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Grant moved to report out HB 4133 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tyrone Carter, Liberati, Neeley, Scott, Young, Grant, McFall, Snyder, Wilson, Mueller, Filler, Wendzel, Aragona, Bierlein, Neyer. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4132, but did not wish to speak: Jim deSpelder, representing the County Road Association Self Insured Fund. Jeff McAlvey, representing Michigan Paving and Materials. John LaMaccia, representing the Michigan Municipal League. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4132, but did not wish to speak: Gabrielle Dresner, representing the ACLU of Michigan. The Chair laid HB 4201 before the committee: HB 4201 (Rep. Grant) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 537a (MCL 436.1537a), as amended by 2021 PA 64.


evidence_text: Representative Snyder moved to report out HB 4201 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tyrone Carter, Liberati, Neeley, Scott, Young, Grant, McFall, Snyder, Wilson, Mueller, Filler, Wendzel, Aragona, Bierlein, Neyer. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4201, but did not wish to speak: Josh Lunger, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber. Leah Robinson, representing the Michigan Chamber. The Chair laid HB 4322 before the committee: HB 4322 (Rep. Coleman) A bill to amend 2018 IL 1, entitled "Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act," by amending the title and sections 3, 4, 5, 8, 10, and 11 (MCL 333.27953, 333.27954, 333.27955, 333.27958, 333.27960, and 333.27961), sections 3 and 8 as amended by 2021 PA 56. Representative Coleman and Robin Schneider, representing the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association, testified in support of HB 4322. Questions and discussion followed. Micah Siegal, representing Pure Brands and the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association, testified in support of HB 4322. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4322, but did not wish to speak: Derek Sova, representing the Cannabis Regulatory Agency. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4322, but did not wish to speak: Leah Robinson, representing the Michigan Chamber. The Chair laid HB 4061 before the committee: HB 4061 (Rep. Stone) A bill to regulate the distribution, sale, and manufacturing of kratom products; to require licensing for certain conduct related to kratom and kratom products; to prohibit the distribution, sale, and manufacturing of certain kratom products; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to prescribe fines and sanctions; to provide remedies; and to require the promulgation of rules. Representative Stone testified in support of HB 4061. Questions and discussion followed. Mac Haddow, representing the American Kratom Association, testified in support of HB 4061. Elizabeth Lucas, a professor at Macomb Community College, testified in support of HB 4061. Mark Kilgore, representing the Care of Southeastern Michigan, testified in support of HB 4061. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4061, but did not wish to speak: Frank Waters, representing the Michigan Primary Care Association. Sean Sorenson-Abbott, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association. Charlene McGunn, Ph.D., from Rochester Hills. Chris Sexton, from Fraser. Jane Reagan, from Williamston. Mike Tobias, representing the Prevention Network. Berni Nowakowski, from Clinton Township. Ryan Reblin, from Clinton Township. Michelle Hetherington, from Coconut Creek. Garry Eppard. Wendy Chamberlain, from Oneida, New York. Irene Salem, representing the Judson Center. Dawn Kettinger, representing the Michigan Nurses Association. Karen Wood, representing MyCare Health Center. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4061, but did not wish to speak: Derek Sova, representing the Cannabis Regulatory Agency. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Tyrone Carter adjourned the meeting at 11:19 AM. Representative Tyrone Carter, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Roth moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 21, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4250, HB 4251 and HB 4252 before the committee: HB 4250 (Rep. Koleszar) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 602b (MCL 257.602b), as amended by 2016 PA 332. HB 4251 (Rep. Tyrone Carter) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 319, 319b, and 320a (MCL 257.319, 257.319b, and 257.320a), section 319 as amended by 2020 PA 376, section 319b as amended by 2015 PA 11, and section 320a as amended by 2018 PA 349. HB 4252 (Rep. Mueller) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 602c, 732, and 907 (MCL 257.602c, 257.732, and 257.907), section 602c as added by 2012 PA 592, section 732 as amended by 2017 PA 160, and section 907 as amended by 2020 PA 382. Representative Koleszar testified in support of HB 4250, HB 4251 and HB 4252. Questions and discussion followed. Steve Kiefer, Paula Kiefer, and Lexi Kiefer, representing the Kiefer Foundation, all testified in support of HB 4250, HB 4251 and HB 4252. Questions and discussion followed. Jim Santilli, representing the Transportation Improvement Association, testified in support of HB 4250, HB 4251 and HB 4252. Jane Horal, wife of distracted driving victim Dan Horal, testified in support of HB 4250, HB 4251 and HB 4252. Questions and discussion followed. James Freybler, representing Stay Alive Don't Text and Drive, testified in support of HB 4250, HB 4251 and HB 4252. Jerome Reide, J.D., Ph.D., representing the Michigan Department of Civil Rights, testified in opposition to HB 4250. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4250, HB 4251 and HB 4252, but did not wish to speak: Mike Spence, representing the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments. Karen Johston, representing Toyota Motor North America. John Lindenmayer, representing the League of Michigan Bicyclists. Brian Shoaf, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber. Paul Corbett, representing MICHauto. Brian O'Connel, representing General Motors. Craig Ryan, representing AAA-The Auto Club Group. Sergeant Travis Fletcher, representing the Michigan State Police. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4250 but did not wish to speak: Ed Hude, representing the American Radio Relay League. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Shannon adjourned the meeting at 11:17 AM. Representative Nate Shannon, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to adopt the meeting minutes from March 21, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Camilleri to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 124. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Geiss, Sen.(s) Klinefelt, Wojno, Hertel, Camilleri, McCann, Bellino, Victory, and Bumstead Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Camilleri to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 125. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Geiss, Sen.(s) Klinefelt, Wojno, Hertel, Camilleri, Chang, McCann, Bellino, Victory, and Bumstead Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 5:25 p.


evidence_text: Representative Koleszar moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 8, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid a presentation by Michigan Independent Colleges & Universities before the committee. Robert LeFevre, President, and Colby Spencer Cesaro, Vice President, from Michigan Independent Colleges & Universities gave an overview presentation of their organization. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Byrnes moved to excuse Representatives Coffia and VanderWall from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Glanville adjourned the meeting at 11:31 AM. Representative Carol Glanville, Chair Legan Rose Committee Clerk LRose@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: May 17, 2023


evidence_text: Representative Edwards moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 22, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4120, HB 4121, HB 4122, HB 4123, HB 4124 and HB 4125 before the committee: HB 4120 (Rep. Rogers) A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled "Child protection law," (MCL 722.621 to 722.638) by adding section 3b. HB 4121 (Rep. Breen) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 16221 (MCL 333.16221), as amended by 2020 PA 232. HB 4122 (Rep. Hope) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 16226 (MCL 333.16226), as amended by 2020 PA 233. HB 4123 (Rep. Filler) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 483a (MCL 750.483a), as added by 2000 PA 451. HB 4124 (Rep. Glanville) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," (MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by adding section 478b. HB 4125 (Rep. Rheingans) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1310e. Representative Rogers and Representative Rheingans testified in support of HB 4120, HB 4121, HB 4122, HB 4123, HB 4124 and HB 4125. Questions and discussion followed. Heath Lowry, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence, testified in support of HB 4120, HB 4121, HB 4122, HB 4123, HB 4124 and HB 4125. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4120, HB 4121, HB 4122, HB 4123, HB 4124 and HB 4125, but did not wish to speak: Tom Hickson, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference. Matt Black, representing the Michigan Academy of Family Physicians. Stephanie Glidden, representing the Junior League of Michigan. Yousef Rabhi, representing the Michigan Nurses Association. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4120, HB 4121, HB 4122 and HB 4123, but did not wish to speak: Jess Averill, representing the Michigan Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention and Treatment Board. The Chair laid HB 4145, HB 4146, HB 4147, HB 4148, SB 83, SB 84, SB 85 and SB 86 before the committee: HB 4145 (Rep. Puri) A bill to provide for the issuance of restraining orders prohibiting certain individuals from possessing or purchasing firearms and ordering the surrender and seizure of a restrained individual's firearms; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities; to prescribe penalties; and to provide remedies. HB 4146 (Rep. Breen) 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 2, 2b, 5b, and 8 (MCL 28.422, 28.422b, 28.425b, and 28.428), section 2 as amended by 2015 PA 200, section 2b as amended by 2014 PA 205, and sections 5b and 8 as amended by 2017 PA 95. HB 4147 (Rep. Brixie) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending sections 1908, 2529, and 2559 (MCL 600.1908, 600.2529, and 600.2559), section 2529 as amended by 2014 PA 532 and section 2559 as amended by 2018 PA 261. HB 4148 (Rep. Young) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," (MCL 760.1 to 777.69) by adding section 15e to chapter XVII. SB 83 (Sen. McMorrow) A bill to provide for the issuance of restraining orders prohibiting certain individuals from possessing or purchasing firearms and ordering the surrender and seizure of a restrained individual's firearms; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities; to prescribe penalties; and to provide remedies. SB 84 (Sen. Polehanki) 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 2, 2b, 5b, and 8 (MCL 28.422, 28.422b, 28.425b, and 28.428), section 2 as amended by 2015 PA 200, section 2b as amended by 2014 PA 205, and sections 5b and 8 as amended by 2017 PA 95. SB 85 (Sen. Anthony) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," (MCL 760.1 to 777.69) by adding section 15e to chapter XVII. SB 86 (Sen. Singh) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending sections 1908, 2529, and 2559 (MCL 600.1908, 600.2529, and 600.2559), section 2529 as amended by 2014 PA 532 and section 2559 as amended by 2018 PA 261. Dan Pfannes, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association, testified in support of HB 4145 and SB 83. Chair Breen, Representative Brixie and Mitch Albers, representing the Michigan Department of Attorney General, testified in support of HB 4145, HB 4146, HB 4147, HB 4148, SB 83, SB 84, SB 85 and SB 86. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4145, HB 4146, HB 4147, HB 4148, SB 83, SB 84, SB 85 and SB 86, but did not wish to speak: Dwayne Gill, GSCI, representing the Alliance for Gun Responsibility. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4145, HB 4146, HB 4147 and HB 4148, but did not wish to speak: Matt Black, representing the Michigan Academy of Family Physicians. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4145 and HB 4148, but did not wish to speak: Kelly Sampson, representing Brady. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4145, but did not wish to speak: Trooper Kristina Droste, representing the Michigan State Police. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4146, but did not wish to speak: Mike Sauger, President, representing the Michigan Fraternal Order of Police. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4145, HB 4146, HB 4147, HB 4148, SB 83, SB 84, SB 85 and SB 86, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Tom Lambert, representing the Michigan Open Carry. Brendan Boudreau, representing the Great Lakes Gun Rights.


evidence_text: Representative Dievendorf moved to adopt substitute (H-5) to HB 4145. The motion prevailed 7-2-4: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Wozniak, Johnsen. Pass: Reps. Edwards, Fink, Wendzel, Outman.


evidence_text: Representative Hoskins moved to report out HB 4145 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 5). The motion prevailed 7-5-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: Rep. Edwards.


evidence_text: Representative Tsernoglou moved to report out HB 4146 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Edwards moved to report out HB 4147 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Tyrone Carter moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4148. The motion prevailed 8-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen.


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to report out HB 4148 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 8-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Tsernoglou moved to adopt substitute (H-5) to SB 83. The motion prevailed 8- 5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hoskins moved to report out SB 83 with recommendation, as substitute (H-5). The motion prevailed 8-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Dievendorf moved to report out SB 84 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Arbit moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to SB 85. The motion prevailed 8-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to report out SB 85 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 8-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Edwards moved to report out SB 86 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Breen adjourned the meeting at 11:47 AM. Representative Kelly Breen, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Farhat moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 15, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4068 before the committee: HB 4068 (Rep. Hood) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.847) by adding section 253. Representative Hood testified in support of HB 4068. Questions and discussion followed. Susan Smith and Dave Bilardello, representing Corewell Health West, testified in support of HB 4068. Gitesh Dubal, representing Versiti Michigan, testified in support of HB 4068. Questions and discussion followed. Diane Calmus, representing America's Blood Centers, testified in support of HB 4068. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4068, but did not wish to speak: Andy Daniels, representing Hills and Dales Healthcare. James Falahee, Jr., representing the Bronson Healthcare Group. Steve Sorenson, representing Holland Hospital. Bel Martin, representing Ascension. Ronald Grifka, representing the University of Michigan Health-West. Sam Champagne, representing Henry Ford Health. Sean Sorenson-Abbott, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association. Autumn Gillard, representing Trinity Health. Norm Hess, representing the Michigan Association for Local Public Health. Representative Grant offered the following amendments to HB 4068: 1. Amend page 1, line 2, after "2023" by inserting "and subject to the applicable limitations in this section". 2. Amend page 2, line 1, after "section." by inserting "An individual taxpayer shall not claim a credit under this section for more than 6 verified blood donations in a single tax year.".


evidence_text: Representative Grant moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4068. The motion prevailed 11- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neeley, Farhat, Brixie, Brenda Carter, Grant, Price, VanWoerkom, Markkanen, Outman, Tisdel, Hoadley. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Farhat moved to excuse Representative Whitsett from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neeley adjourned the meeting at 12:39 PM. Representative Cynthia Neeley, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to adopt the meeting minutes from March 22, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:29 p.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Cherry, to adopt the committee meeting minutes from the March 22, 2023 . Without objection, the meeting minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McCann, supported by Sen. Cavanagh, adopt a portion of Legislative Transfer Request #1 and Legislative Transfer Request #2. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Anthony, Sen.(s) McCann, McDonald Rivet, Cherry, Bayer, Santana, Shink, Irwin, Hertel, Camilleri, Klinefelt, McMorrow, Cavanagh, Damoose, and Huizenga,. Nays: Sen.(s) Bumstead, Albert, Outman, and Theis. The motion prevailed and the portion of Legislative Transfer Request #1 and Legislative Transfer Request #2 were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink, supported by Sen. Irwin, to adjourn the committee at 2:05 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to adopt the meeting minutes from March 15, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to adopt amendment #1 to SB 259. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Wojno, Santana, McMorrow, Chang, Camilleri, Johnson, and McBroom. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the amendment was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Wojno to report SB 259 as amended, as a clean substitute, to the floor with recommendations that the bill pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Wojno, Santana, McMorrow, Chang, Camilleri, Johnson, and McBroom. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 259 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:28 p.


evidence_text: Representative Glanville moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 23, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4340, HB 4341 and HB 4342 before the committee: HB 4340 (Rep. VanderWall) 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 2022 PA 208, and by adding section 3i. HB 4341 (Rep. Puri) A bill to create a program to assist certain child care centers and schools with the acquisition, installation, and maintenance of certain filtered water stations and faucets; to provide for the sampling and testing of water from certain water outlets; to create certain funds; and to provide for the duties of certain state departments and officers. HB 4342 (Rep. Neeley) 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," (MCL 722.111 to 722.128) by adding sections 3j, 3k, and 3l. Representative Puri testified in support of HB 4340, HB 4341 and HB 4342. Minority Vice Chair VanderWall testified in support of HB 4340, HB 4341 and HB 4342. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Neeley testified in support of HB 4340, HB 4341 and HB 4342. Questions and discussion followed. Rebecca Lazarus representing the herself testified in support of HB 4340, HB 4341 and HB 4342. Questions and discussion followed. Elin Warn Betanzo representing the Safe Water Engineering testified in support of HB 4340, HB 4341 and HB 4342. Questions and discussion followed. Cyndi Roper representing the National Resources Defense Council testified in support of HB 4340, HB 4341 and HB 4342. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4340, HB 4341 and HB 4342, but did not wish to speak: Rhonda Grant, representing the Blue Conduit. Yousef Rabhi, representing the Michigan Nurses Association. Sean McBrearty, representing the Clean Water Action. Paige Fults, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Frank Waters, representing the Michigan Primary Care Association. Norm Hess, representing the Michigan Association for Local Public Health. Amy Zaagman, representing the Michigan Council for Maternal and Child Health. Colin Ford, representing the Michigan Chapter - American Academy of Pediatrics. Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Jennifer McKay, Policy Director, representing the Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council. Mike Compagnoni, representing the MI Section - American Water Works Association. Charlotte Jameson, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. Logan Vorce, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Malcolm Pulley, representing the students. Zoe Pittman, representing the themself. Morgan McKissack, representing the themself. Genesis Lodise, representing the themself. Lilliana English, representing the themself. Maia Lodise, representing the themself. Mia Burton, representing the students. Dynisti Porter, representing the themself. Merissa Kovach, representing the ACLU of Michigan. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4341, but did not wish to speak: Travis Boeskool, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy.


evidence_text: Representative Farhat moved to excuse Representative Whitsett from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Rogers adjourned the meeting at 11:06 AM. Representative Julie M. Rogers, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: April 19, 2023


evidence_text: Representative Fitzgerald moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 23, 2023. There being no objections, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4376 before the committee: HB 4376 (Rep. Brenda Carter) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending section 1207 (MCL 500.1207), as amended by 2018 PA 449. At 9:07 a.m., the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 9:08 a.m., Majority Vice Chair McFall called the committee back to order. The Chair explained HB 4376. The Chair asked Joseph Sullivan, Legislative Liaison at Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services DIFS. and Michelle Riddering, Director of the Office of Insurance Licensing and Market Conduct in (DIFS), to join her and to address two members questions. At 9:17 a.m., Majority Vice Chair McFall laid the committee at ease. At 9:18 a.m., the Chair called the committee back to order. Joseph Sullivan and Michelle Riddering, both representing the Michigan Department of Insurance Financial Services, testified in support of HB 4376. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid before the committee a PowerPoint presentation presented by the Michigan Association of Health Plans. Dominick Pallone, Executive Director for the Michigan Association of Health Plans (MAHP), testified on MAHP: Your Source for Health Care Information. Questions followed. The Chair laid before the committee a PowerPoint presentation presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield. Mark Cook, Vice-President of Government and Regulatory Affairs for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan testified Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan-A nonprofit mutual insurer. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Scott moved to excuse Representative Grant from the meeting. There being no objections, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Representative Neyer moved to adjourn. Chair Brenda Carter adjourned the meeting at 10:19 a.m. Representative Brenda Carter, Chair Joy Brewer Committee Clerk joybrewer@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 16, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4390, HB 4391, HB 4392, HB 4393, HB 4394, HB 4395, HB 4396, HB 4397, HB 4398, HB 4399, HB 4401, HB 4402, HB 4403, HB 4404, HB 4405 and HB 4406 before the committee: HB 4390 (Rep. Haadsma) 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," by amending sections 1, 13, 15, 18, and 19 (MCL 408.471, 408.483, 408.485, 408.488, and 408.489), section 1 as amended by 2016 PA 18, and by adding sections 13c and 13d. HB 4391 (Rep. Brenda Carter) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," by amending section 471 (MCL 206.471), as amended by 2011 PA 38, and by adding section 707a. HB 4392 (Rep. Witwer) A bill to amend 1980 PA 469, entitled "The whistleblowers' protection act," by amending sections 1, 2, and 3 (MCL 15.361, 15.362, and 15.363), section 3 as amended by 1982 PA 146. HB 4393 (Rep. O'Neal) A bill to make, supplement, and adjust appropriations for various state departments and agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; to provide for certain conditions on appropriations; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations. HB 4394 (Rep. Hill) 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," by amending section 11 (MCL 408.481). HB 4395 (Rep. Breen) A bill to amend 2018 PA 337, entitled "Improved workforce opportunity wage act," by amending section 9 (MCL 408.939). HB 4396 (Rep. Edwards) A bill to amend 1980 PA 469, entitled "The whistleblowers' protection act," by amending the title and sections 1, 2, 3, and 5 (MCL 15.361, 15.362, 15.363, and 15.365), section 3 as amended by 1982 PA 146, and by adding section 4a. HB 4397 (Rep. Andrews) A bill to create the office of the state employee ombudsman; to provide a process for investigating and evaluating reports of suspected violations of law, conduct or decisions that may endanger public health or safety, and gross mismanagement of public funds; to prescribe the powers and duties of the office, the ombudsman, the legislative council, and certain other state governmental officers and entities; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies. HB 4398 (Rep. Martus) A bill to provide for remedies and prescribe civil sanctions against a person that presents a false or fraudulent claim to obtain money, property, or services from this state or a local unit of government; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local government officers and agencies; to prohibit retaliation against a person that pursues a remedy under this act; and to authorize the attorney general to promulgate rules. HB 4399 (Rep. Mentzer) A bill to amend 1984 PA 274, entitled "Michigan antitrust reform act," by amending section 4a (MCL 445.774a), as added by 1987 PA 243. HB 4401 (Rep. Whitsett) 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," by amending section 14 (MCL 408.484). HB 4402 (Rep. Weiss) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 14b of chapter XVII (MCL 777.14b), as added by 2002 PA 29. HB 4403 (Rep. Snyder) 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," by amending section 15 (MCL 408.485). HB 4404 (Rep. Tsernoglou) 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," by amending section 18 (MCL 408.488). HB 4405 (Rep. Churches) 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," by amending section 7 (MCL 408.477), as amended by 2015 PA 15. HB 4406 (Rep. Farhat) 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," by amending section 13a (MCL 408.483a), as added by 1982 PA 524. Tom Lutz, representing the Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights, testified in support of HB 4390, HB 4391, HB 4392, HB 4393, HB 4394, HB 4395, HB 4396, HB 4397, HB 4398, HB 4399, HB 4401, HB 4402, HB 4403, HB 4404, HB 4405 and HB 4406. Questions and discussion followed. John Bodary, representing Woods Construction, testified in support of HB 4390, HB 4391, HB 4392, HB 4393, HB 4394, HB 4395, HB 4396, HB 4397, HB 4398, HB 4399, HB 4401, HB 4402, HB 4403, HB 4404, HB 4405 and HB 4406. Questions and discussion followed. Wendy Block, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, testified in opposition to HB 4390, HB 4391, HB 4392, HB 4393, HB 4394, HB 4395, HB 4396, HB 4397, HB 4398, HB 4399, HB 4401, HB 4402, HB 4403, HB 4404, HB 4405 and HB 4406. Questions and discussion followed. Evan Howe, representing Integrity Interiors Inc., testified in support of HB 4390, HB 4391, HB 4392, HB 4393, HB 4394, HB 4395, HB 4396, HB 4397, HB 4398, HB 4399, HB 4401, HB 4402, HB 4403, HB 4404, HB 4405 and HB 4406. Questions and discussion followed. Amanda Fisher, representing the National Federation of Independent Business, testified in opposition to HB 4390, HB 4391, HB 4392, HB 4393, HB 4394, HB 4395, HB 4396, HB 4397, HB 4398, HB 4399, HB 4401, HB 4402, HB 4403, HB 4404, HB 4405 and HB 4406. Questions and discussion followed. John Alpert, representing the Michigan Association for Justice, testified in support of HB 4390, HB 4391, HB 4392, HB 4393, HB 4394, HB 4395, HB 4396, HB 4397, HB 4398, HB 4399, HB 4401, HB 4402, HB 4403, HB 4404, HB 4405 and HB 4406. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4390, HB 4391, HB 4392, HB 4393, HB 4394, HB 4395, HB 4396, HB 4397, HB 4398, HB 4399, HB 4401, HB 4402, HB 4403, HB 4404, HB 4405 and HB 4406, but did not wish to speak: Peter Ruark, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Todd Tennis, representing the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Michigan State Conference. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4390, HB 4391, HB 4392, HB 4393, HB 4394, HB 4395, HB 4396, HB 4397, HB 4398, HB 4399, HB 4401, HB 4402, HB 4403, HB 4404, HB 4405 and HB 4406, but did not wish to speak: Brian Calley, representing the Small Business Association of Michigan. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4390, HB 4391, HB 4395 and HB 4397, but did not wish to speak: Steve Delie, representing the Mackinac Center. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4399, HB 4401 and HB 4406, but did not wish to speak: Dave Worthams, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association.


evidence_text: Representative Mentzer moved to excuse Representative Churches from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Haadsma adjourned the meeting at 10:18 AM. Representative Jim Haadsma, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Arbit moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 23, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4185, HB 4186, HB 4187, HB 4188, HB 4189 and HB 4190 before the committee: HB 4185 (Rep. Mentzer) A bill to amend 1974 PA 154, entitled "Michigan occupational safety and health act," by amending sections 4, 35, and 36 (MCL 408.1004, 408.1035, and 408.1036), section 4 as amended by 2012 PA 416 and sections 35 and 36 as amended by 1991 PA 105. HB 4186 (Rep. McKinney) A bill to allow local governments and certain authorities to withhold payment under certain conditions to contractors on an asbestos abatement project; to provide for mandatory contract conditions on certain asbestos abatement projects; to provide for certain disclosures; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain local officials. HB 4187 (Rep. Aiyash) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 5519b. HB 4188 (Rep. Aiyash) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding sections 5519 and 5519a. HB 4189 (Rep. VanderWall) A bill to prohibit certain public entities from entering into certain contracts with certain entities that remove or abate asbestos; to require certain entities to disclose certain information when bidding on certain contracts with public entities; and to impose certain duties and responsibilities on certain public entities. HB 4190 (Rep. VanderWall) A bill to prohibit certain public entities from entering into certain contracts with certain entities that remove or abate asbestos; to require certain entities to disclose certain information when bidding on certain contracts with public entities; and to impose certain duties and responsibilities on certain public entities. Representatives Aiyash and Representative Mentzer introduced HBs 4185, 4186, 4187, 4188, 4189 and 4190, Questions and discussion followed. Travis Boeskool and Chris Ethridge from the Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy gave testimony on HBs 4187 and 4188. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4185, HB 4186, HB 4187, HB 4188, HB 4189 and HB 4190, but did not wish to speak: Robert Joerg, representing the Michigan Laborers District Council. Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Township Association. Sean McBrearty, representing Clean Water Action. Megan Tinsley, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. Yousef Rabhi, representing the Michigan Nurses Association. Ethan Petzold, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club- Michigan. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Pohutsky adjourned the meeting at 10:56 AM. Representative Laurie Pohutsky, Chair Legan Rose Committee Clerk LRose@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Pohutsky moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 23, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. Chair Brabec laid before the committee a presentation by Michelle Massey Barnes and Laura Marshall, Co-Founders and Co-Directors, of Advocates for Mental Health of MI Youth. Questions and discussion followed. Jessica Nieto, representing herself, provided her families personal story. Questions and discussion followed. Stephanie Pizor, representing herself, was wishing to speak but unable due to time constraints.


evidence_text: Representative Hoadley moved to excuse Representative MacDonell from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the subcommittee, Chair Brabec adjourned the meeting at 10:26 AM. Representative Felicia Brabec, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: May 18, 2023


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Camilleri to adopt the meeting minutes from March 14, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:03 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink to adopt the meeting minutes from March 23, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:54 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Victory to adopt the meeting minutes from March 16, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:28 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Camilleri to adopt the meeting minutes from March 21, 2023. 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 moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 4:39 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McDonald Rivet to adopt the meeting minutes from March 23, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:31 p.


evidence_text: Representative Paiz moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 1, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation by Presentation by Michigan Milk Producers - Sheila Burkhardt. Questions and discussions followed. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation by Michigan Association of Conservation Districts - Dan Moilanen. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Miller adjourned the meeting at 10:27 AM. Representative Reggie Miller, Chair Justin Easter Committee Clerk jeaster@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Neeley moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 22, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation by Laura Clark, Chief Information Officer, and Jack Harris, Chief Technology Officer, Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Andrews moved to excuse Representative Whitsett from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Scott adjourned the meeting at 9:51 AM. Representative Helena Scott, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Arbit moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 147. The motion prevailed 8-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: None. Representative Johnsen offered the following amendment to SB 147: 1. Amend page 1, following "THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF MICHIGAN ENACT:" by inserting: "Sec. 102a. This act does not apply to any claim of discrimination subject to the ministerial exception described in Our Lady of Guadalupe Sch. v Morrissey-Berru, 140 S Ct 2049 (2020), and Hosanna-Tabor Evangelical Lutheran Church & Sch v EEOC, 565 U.S. 171 (2012).".


evidence_text: Representative Johnsen moved to adopt the amendment to SB 147. The motion did not prevail 5-8-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to report out SB 147 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: None. The Chair laid SB 18 before the committee: SB 18 (Sen. Chang) A bill to amend 2003 PA 225, entitled "An act to designate March 31 of each year as Cesar E. Chavez day in the state of Michigan; to designate July 14 of each year as President Gerald R. Ford day in the state of Michigan; and to designate July 30 of each year as Henry Ford day in the state of Michigan," (MCL 435.301 to 435.303) by amending the title and by adding section 4. Senator Chang testified in support of SB 18. Questions and discussion followed. Dr. Karen Korematsu, representing herself as the daughter of Fred Korematsu, testified in support of SB 18. Naoko Wake, Professor of History and Director, Asian Pacific American Studies Program at Michigan State University, testified in support of SB 18. Roland Hwang, Professor of APIA Studies, Department of American Culture at the University of Michigan, testified in support of SB 18.


evidence_text: Representative Hoskins moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 18. The motion prevailed 13- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou, Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Edwards moved to report out SB 18 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 1). The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou, Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4120, HB 4121, HB 4122, HB 4123, HB 4124 before the committee and returned to HB 4125: HB 4120 (Rep. Rogers) A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled "Child protection law," (MCL 722.621 to 722.638) by adding section 3b. HB 4121 (Rep. Breen) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 16221 (MCL 333.16221), as amended by 2020 PA 232. HB 4122 (Rep. Hope) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 16226 (MCL 333.16226), as amended by 2020 PA 233. HB 4123 (Rep. Filler) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 483a (MCL 750.483a), as added by 2000 PA 451. HB 4124 (Rep. Glanville) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," (MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by adding section 478b. HB 4125 (Rep. Rheingans) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1310e. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4120, HB 4121, HB 4122, HB 4123, HB 4124 and HB 4125, but did not wish to speak: Tom Hickson, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference.


evidence_text: Representative Edwards moved to report out HB 4120 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou, Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Tyrone Carter moved to report out HB 4121 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou, Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Tsernoglou moved to report out HB 4122 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou, Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to report out HB 4123 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou, Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Arbit moved to report out HB 4124 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou, Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Dievendorf moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4125. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou, Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Edwards moved to report out HB 4125 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou, Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4176 and SB 32 before the committee: HB 4176 (Rep. Tyrone Carter) 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," by amending section 8 (MCL 408.478). SB 32 (Sen. Santana) 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," by amending section 8 (MCL 408.478). Representative Tyrone Carter and Senator Santana testified in support of HB 4176 and SB 32. Questions and discussion followed. Hassan Beydoun, Counsel to Mayor Duggan, City of Detroit, testified in support of HB 4176 and SB 32. David LeValley, Assistant Chief of the Detroit Police Department, testified in support of HB 4176 and SB 32. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Hoskins moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 12, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Breen adjourned the meeting at 11:44 AM. Representative Kelly Breen, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Breen moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 15, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. At 12:02 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 12:04 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid HB 4375 before the committee: HB 4375 (Rep. Grant) A bill to amend 2003 PA 258, entitled "Land bank fast track act," by amending section 3 (MCL 124.753). Representative Grant testified in support of HB 4375. Questions and discussion followed. Karyn Ferrick and Mayor Rosalynn Bliss, representing the City of Grand Rapids, testified in support of HB 4375. Questions and discussion followed. Jen Rigterink, representing the Michigan Municipal League, testified in support of HB 4375. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation by Stacy Hissong, representing the Michigan Association of County Drain Commissioners. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Fitzgerald adjourned the meeting at 12:54 PM. Representative John Fitzgerald, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Brixie moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 12, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4084 before the committee: HB 4084 (Rep. Shannon) A bill to amend 2014 PA 92, entitled "State essential services assessment act," (MCL 211.1051 to 211.1061) by adding section 7a. Representative Shannon testified in support of HB 4084. Questions and discussion followed. Jennifer Varney and Mark Vanderpool, representing the City of Sterling Heights, and John LeMacchia, representing the Michigan Municipal League, testified in support of HB 4084. Questions and discussion followed. David Ruman, representing J.G. Kern Enterprises, testified in support of HB 4084. Questions and discussion followed. Mike Johnston, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association, testified in support of HB 4084. Questions and discussion followed. Peter Morman, and David Buick, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified with a neutral position on HB 4084. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4084, but did not wish to speak: Amanda Tomich, representing the Michigan Assessors Association. Michigan Township Association.


evidence_text: Representative Farhat moved to report out HB 4084 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neeley, Farhat, Brixie, Brenda Carter, Grant, Price, VanWoerkom, Markkanen, Tisdel, Hoadley. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Price moved to excuse Representatives Whitsett and Outman from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neeley adjourned the meeting at 12:34 PM. Representative Cynthia Neeley, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Kunse moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 11, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4250, HB 4251 and HB 4252 before the committee: HB 4250 (Rep. Koleszar) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 602b (MCL 257.602b), as amended by 2016 PA 332. HB 4251 (Rep. Tyrone Carter) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 319, 319b, and 320a (MCL 257.319, 257.319b, and 257.320a), section 319 as amended by 2020 PA 376, section 319b as amended by 2015 PA 11, and section 320a as amended by 2018 PA 349. HB 4252 (Rep. Mueller) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 602c, 732, and 907 (MCL 257.602c, 257.732, and 257.907), section 602c as added by 2012 PA 592, section 732 as amended by 2017 PA 160, and section 907 as amended by 2020 PA 382. The Chair briefly explained proposed substitute (H-3) to HB 4250.


evidence_text: Representative Outman moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4250. The motion prevailed 12-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Shannon, MacDonell, Coleman, Conlin, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Hoskins, Miller, Outman, Roth, Kunse, St. Germaine. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hoskins moved to report out HB 4250 with recommendation, as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Shannon, MacDonell, Coleman, Conlin, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Hoskins, Miller, Outman, Roth, Kunse, St. Germaine. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Conlin moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4251. The motion prevailed 12-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Shannon, MacDonell, Coleman, Conlin, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Hoskins, Miller, Outman, Roth, Kunse, St. Germaine. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hoskins moved to report out HB 4251 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Shannon, MacDonell, Coleman, Conlin, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Hoskins, Miller, Outman, Roth, Kunse, St. Germaine. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair briefly explained proposed substitute (H-2) to HB 4252.


evidence_text: Representative MacDonell moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4252. The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Shannon, MacDonell, Coleman, Conlin, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Hoskins, Miller, Outman, Roth, Kunse, St. Germaine. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Fitzgerald moved to report out HB 4252 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 2). The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Shannon, MacDonell, Coleman, Conlin, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Hoskins, Miller, Outman, Roth, Kunse, St. Germaine. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4250, HB 4251 and HB 4252, but did not wish to speak: Ed Noyola, representing the County Road Association of Michigan. Kevin McKinney, the Michigan Brain Injury Association. Jim deSpelder, representing the County Road Association Self Insurance Fund. Angela Ayers, representing Ford Motor Company. Kevin McKinney, representing the Michigan Brain Injury Provider Council. Mark de la Verghe, representing Cavnue. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4250, HB 4251 and HB 4252, but did not wish to speak: Merissa Kovach, representing the American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Shannon adjourned the meeting at 3:49 PM. Representative Nate Shannon, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Hertel to adopt the meeting minutes from March 22, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to report HB 4199 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Klinefelt, Sen.(s) Hertel, Santana and Outman Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:25 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to adopt the meeting minutes from April 12, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cherry to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 219. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to report the (S-1) version of SB 219 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:05 p.


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 11, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 259 before the committee: SB 259 (Sen. Wojno) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 759a and 764a (MCL 168.759a and 168.764a), section 759a as amended by 2022 PA 197 and section 764a as amended by 2020 PA 177. Bill Drake, representing Senator Wojno's Office, testified in support of SB 259. Questions and discussion followed. Erin Schor, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified in support of SB 259. Questions and discussion followed. Terry Sabo, representing the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, testified with no position on SB 259. Questions and discussion followed. Chris Swope, representing the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks, testified in support of SB 259. Questions and discussion followed. Melanie Macey, representing Promote the Vote, testified in support of SB 259. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 259, but did not wish to speak: Olivia Luckey, representing the Michigan Democratic Party. Matt Patton, representing Protect Democracy. Rusty Merchant, representing Secure Democracy. Judy Karandjeff, representing the League of Women Voters of Michigan. Brad Williams, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber. Jamie Lyons-Eddy, representing Voters Not Politicians. Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Association of County Clerks. Merissa Kovach, representing the American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan. Representative Smit offered the following amendment to SB 259: 1. Amend page 10, line 1, after "is" by striking out "missing or".


evidence_text: Representative Smit moved to adopt the amendment to SB 259. The motion did not prevail 2- 6-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. Nays: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Pass: None. Representative DeBoyer offered the following amendment to SB 259: 1. Amend page 10, line 11, after "any" by striking out "delivery service" and inserting "common carrier".


evidence_text: Representative DeBoyer moved to adopt the amendment to SB 259. The motion did not prevail 2-6-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. Nays: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Byrnes moved to report out SB 259 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 6-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Nays: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Tsernoglou adjourned the meeting at 1:59 PM. Representative Penelope Tsernoglou, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Churches moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 23, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid the presentation from Voters Not Politicians before the Committee. Nancy Wang, Executive Director of Voters Not Politicians, provided a presentation on Ethics and Oversight in Michigan. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Byrnes adjourned the meeting at 11:04 AM. Representative Erin Byrnes, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Coffia moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 13, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4409 before the committee: HB 4409 (Rep. Steckloff) A bill to require drug manufacturers to report certain information to the department of insurance and financial services; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state officers and entities; to allow for the promulgation of rules; and to prescribe civil sanctions. Representative Steckloff testified in support of HB 4409. Questions and discussion followed. Karen Jonas, Pharmacist, representing the Michigan Association of Health Plans, testified in support of HB 4409. Questions and discussion followed. Shauna Gardner, Director of State Policy, representing the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America, testified in opposition to HB 4409. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 4362, HB 4363 and HB 4364 before the committee: HB 4362 (Rep. Brabec) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," by amending section 471 (MCL 206.471), as amended by 2011 PA 38, and by adding section 474. HB 4363 (Rep. Neeley) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 10105 and 10120 (MCL 333.10105 and 333.10120), section 10105 as amended and section 10120 as added by 2008 PA 39. HB 4364 (Rep. Price) A bill to amend 1941 PA 122, entitled "An act to establish the revenue collection duties of the department of treasury; to prescribe its powers and duties as the revenue collection agency of this state; to prescribe certain powers and duties of the state treasurer; to establish the collection duties of certain other state departments for money or accounts owed to this state; to regulate the importation, stamping, and disposition of certain tobacco products; to provide for the transfer of powers and duties now vested in certain other state boards, commissions, departments, and offices; to prescribe certain duties of and require certain reports from the department of treasury; to provide procedures for the payment, administration, audit, assessment, levy of interests or penalties on, and appeals of taxes and tax liability; to prescribe its powers and duties if an agreement to act as agent for a city to administer, collect, and enforce the city income tax act on behalf of a city is entered into with any city; to provide an appropriation; to abolish the state board of tax administration; to prescribe penalties and provide remedies; and to declare the effect of this act," by amending section 28 (MCL 205.28), as amended by 2017 PA 215. Representative Brabec and Representative Price testified in support of HB 4362, HB 4363 and HB 4364. Questions and discussion followed. Patrick Wells OBrien, VP Communications and External Relations, representing the Gift of Life Michigan in Ann Arbor, testified in support of HB 4362, HB 4363 and HB 4364. Questions and discussion followed. Armond Baskin representing himself as a Flint resident in need of a kidney, testified in support of HB 4362, HB 4363 and HB 4364. Amanda West and Jeff Guilfoyle, both representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified in support of HB 4362, HB 4363 and HB 4364. Questions and discussion followed. Erin Shor representing the Michigan Department of State testified in support of HB 4362, HB 4363 and HB 4364. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4362, HB 4363 and HB 4364, but did not wish to speak: Sean Gehle and Autumn Outman, representing Trinity Health Michigan. Patricia Jo Herndon, Donor Sister and Aunt, representing the Michigan Donor Family Council. Gabe Basso, representing Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Yousef Rabhi, representing the Michigan Nurses Association. Sean Sorenson-Abbott, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association. Chair Rogers returned to HB 4409. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4409, but did not wish to speak: Yousef Rabhi, representing the Michigan Nurses Association. Allisyn Mattice, representing the McLaren Health Plan. Rory Lafferty, representing the Health Alliance Plan. Sean Sorenson-Abbott, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association. Nicole Felix, representing the Meridian Health Plan. Melissa Holmquist, representing the Upper Peninsula Health Plan. Kristen Kraft, representing Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Keith Lake, representing America's Health Insurance Plans. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4409, but did not wish to speak: Jessie Crews, representing Gilead Sciences. David Worthams, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association.


evidence_text: Representative Farhat moved to excuse Representatives Whitsett, Neeley and Filler from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Rogers adjourned the meeting at 11:42 AM. Representative Julie M. Rogers, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Rogers moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 13, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4376 before the committee: HB 4376 (Rep. Brenda Carter) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending section 1207 (MCL 500.1207), as amended by 2018 PA 449. Joseph Sullivan representing the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services testified in support of HB 4376, as proposed substitute (H-1).


evidence_text: Representative Fitzgerald moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4376. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Brenda Carter, McFall, Coleman, Stone, Breen, Rogers, Scott, Young, Fitzgerald, Grant, Harris, Markkanen, Bezotte, Aragona, Neyer, Smit. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4376, but did not wish to speak: Alex Hougeman, representing Big I Michigan. Rob Anderson, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. Marcia Hune, representing the Life Insurance Association of Michigan. Chuck May, representing the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors - Michigan.


evidence_text: Representative Fitzgerald moved to report out HB 4376 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Brenda Carter, McFall, Coleman, Stone, Breen, Rogers, Scott, Young, Fitzgerald, Grant, Harris, Markkanen, Bezotte, Aragona, Neyer, Smit. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4377 before the committee: HB 4377 (Rep. Brenda Carter) A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act," by amending section 4d (MCL 205.94d), as amended by 2015 PA 172.


evidence_text: Representative Stone moved to refer HB 4377 to the Committee on Tax Policy. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Brenda Carter, McFall, Coleman, Stone, Breen, Rogers, Scott, Young, Fitzgerald, Grant, Harris, Markkanen, Bezotte, Aragona, Neyer, Smit. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation on The Institutes Griffith Foundation. Frank Paul Tomasello, Executive Director of The Institutes Griffith Foundation and Dr. Robert W. Klein, Professor Emeritus of Risk Management with Georgia State University, and Affiliate Senior Research Fellow with Temple University gave the presentation. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Representative Harris moved to adjourn. Chair Brenda Carter adjourned the meeting at 10:16 AM. Representative Brenda Carter, Chair Justin Easter Acting Committee Clerk jeaster@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Koleszar moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 13, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4233 before the committee: HB 4233 (Rep. Churches) A bill to amend 1947 PA 336, entitled "An act to prohibit strikes by certain public employees; to provide review from disciplinary action with respect thereto; to provide for the mediation of grievances and the holding of elections; to declare and protect the rights and privileges of public employees; to require certain provisions in collective bargaining agreements; to prescribe means of enforcement and penalties for the violation of the provisions of this act; and to make appropriations," by amending section 10 (MCL 423.210), as amended by 2014 PA 414.


evidence_text: Representative Churches moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4233. The motion prevailed 7-3-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Nays: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Pass: None. Representative Churches, and Matt Race, from Grosse Ile Schools, testified in support of HB 4233. Questions and discussion followed. Kathi Martin, representing the Dearborn Federation of Teachers, testified in support of HB 4233. Rick Catherman, representing the Michigan Education Association, testified in support of HB 4233. Questions and discussion followed. Steve Rzeppa, representing the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, testified in support of HB 4233. Lakia Wilson, representing the Detroit Federation of Teachers 23, testified in support of HB 4233. Jima Gilbert-Thomas, representing the Michigan Education Association, testified in support of HB 4233. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4233, but did not wish to speak: Andy Neumann, representing the Michigan Education Association. Ryan Sebolt, representing the Michigan American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations. Beth Byrd, representing the Service Employees International Union Michigan. Jonavan Luckey, representing the Service Employees International Union 517M. Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards. Jenell Mansfield, representing the American Federation of Teachers Michigan. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4233, but did not wish to speak: Steve Delie, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Amanda Fisher, representing the National Federation of Independent Business. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Haadsma adjourned the meeting at 9:56 AM. Representative Jim Haadsma, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Albert to adopt the Albert Amendment #1 to SB 185. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Sen.(s) Albert Nays: Chair Cherry, Sen.(s) Camilleri and Cavanagh The motion failed and the amendment was not adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cavanagh to adopt the (S-5) version of SB 185. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Cherry, Sen.(s) Camilleri and Cavanagh. Nays: Sen.(s) Albert. The motion prevailed and the (S-5) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Camilleri to report the (S-5) version of SB 185 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Cherry, Sen.(s) Camilleri and Cavanagh. Nays: Sen.(s) Albert. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:12 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink to adopt the meeting minutes from April 13, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink to report SB 66 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana, Runestad and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to report SB 67 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana, Runestad and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Irwin to report SB 68 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana, Runestad and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to report SB 69 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana, Runestad and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to report SB 70 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana, Runestad and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Runestad to report SB 71 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana, Runestad and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink to report SB 72 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana, Runestad and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to report SB 73 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana, Runestad and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Irwin to adopt amendment #1 to SB 236. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana, Runestad and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the amendment was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Irwin to report SB 236, as amended, as a clean substitute to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana, Runestad and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:49 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McDonald Rivet to adopt the meeting minutes from April 13, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Singh to report SB 14 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair McCann, Sen.(s) McDonald Rivet, Singh, Bayer, Shink, Hertel, Camilleri, and Polehanki Nays: Sen.(s) Lauwers, Damoose, Outman, Hauck, and Bellino The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:32 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bellino to adopt the meeting minutes from March 16, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Hauck to adopt Amendment #1 to SB 10. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Polehanki, McCann, Wojno, Santana, Hertel, Hauck, Webber, Bellino. Nays: Sen. Lauwers The motion prevailed and the amendment #1 to SB 180 was adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 8:51 p.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Cavanagh, to adopt the committee meeting minutes from the April 12, 2023 meeting. Without objection, the meeting minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McCann, supported by Sen. McDonald Rivet, adopt the remaining portion of Legislative Transfer Request 2023-#1. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Anthony, Sen.(s) McCann, McDonald Rivet, Cherry, Shink, Hertel, Cavanagh, Klinefelt, McMorrow and Camilleri. Nays: Sen.(s) Bayer, Santana, Irwin, Bumstead, Albert, Damoose, Huizenga, Outman, and Theis. The motion prevailed and the remaining portion of Legislative Transfer Request 2023-#1 was adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Hertel, supported by Sen. Bayer, to adjourn the committee at 12:26 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cavanagh to adopt the meeting minutes from March 9, 2023 and April 13, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cavanagh 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 1:24 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana, supported by Sen. Irwin, to adopt the meeting minutes from March 23, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McDonald Rivet, supported by Sen. Irwin, to adopt the McDonald Rivet amendment #1 to SB 199. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Singh, McDonald Rivet, Shink, Cherry, and Bayer. Nays: Sen.(s) Bumstead, Hauck, and Outman. The motion prevailed and the amendment was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bayer, supported by Sen. Singh, to adopt the Bayer amendment #2 to SB 199. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Singh, McDonald Rivet, Shink, Cherry, and Bayer. Nays: Sen.(s) Bumstead, Hauck, and Outman. The motion prevailed and the amendment was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana, supported by Sen. Theis, to adopt the meeting minutes from March 21, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to adopt the meeting minutes from April 13, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to adopt the Damoose amendment #1 to the (H-1) version of HB 4166. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Sen.(s) Damoose and Johnson. Nays: Chair Polehanki, Sen.(s) Geiss, Chang, Camilleri, and McDonald Rivet. The motion failed and the amendment was not adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to report HB 4166 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Polehanki, Sen.(s) Geiss, Chang, Camilleri, and McDonald Rivet. Nays: Sen.(s) Damoose and Johnson. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:37 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to adopt the meeting minutes from April 11, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Camilleri to report the (S-1) version of SB 124 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Geiss, Sen.(s) Klinefelt, Wojno, Hertel, Camilleri, Chang, McCann, Bellino, McBroom, Victory, and Bumstead Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to adopt the McBroom amendment to the (S-1) version of SB 125. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Sen.(s) Bellino, McBroom, Victory, and Bumstead Nays: Chair Geiss, Sen.(s) Klinefelt, Wojno, Hertel, Camilleri, Chang, and McCann The motion failed and the amendment was not adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Camilleri to report the (S-1) version of SB 125 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Geiss, Sen.(s) Klinefelt, Wojno, Hertel, Camilleri, Chang, McCann, Bellino, McBroom, Victory, and Bumstead Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 5:07 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bayer, supported by Sen. Cherry, to adopt the meeting minutes from April 11, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bayer, supported by Sen. Cavanagh, to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 190. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Santana, Sen.(s) McDonald Rivet, Irwin, Cavanagh, Cherry, and Bayer. Nays: Sen.(s) Outman, Huizenga, Hauck, and Theis. The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cherry, supported by Sen. Bayer, to refer SB 190 to the Committee on Appropriations, with recommendation as substituted (S-1). The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Santana, Sen.(s) McDonald Rivet, Irwin, Cavanagh, Cherry, and Bayer. Nays: Sen.(s) Outman, Huizenga, Hauck, and Theis. The motion prevailed and the bill was referred.


evidence_text: Representative Morse moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 15, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4238 before the committee: HB 4238 (Rep. Andrews) A bill to make, supplement, and adjust appropriations for certain capital outlay projects for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; to provide for expenditure of the appropriations; and to prescribe certain conditions for the appropriations. Austin Scott, representing the House Fiscal Agency, provided testimony on HB 4238.


evidence_text: Representative Price moved to report out HB 4238 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 26-0-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Witwer, O'Neal, Brixie, Hood, Brabec, Morse, Puri, Steckloff, Weiss, Martus, McKinney, Mentzer, Morgan, Price, Skaggs, Snyder, Wilson, Lightner, Bollin, Green, Slagh, Beson, Borton, Cavitt, DeBoer, Schuette. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Fink, Kuhn, Steele. The Chair laid HB 4244 before the committee: HB 4244 (Rep. Morgan) A bill to make appropriations for the department of state police for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations. Representative Morgan testified in support of HB 4244, as proposed substitute (H-1).


evidence_text: Representative Brabec moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4244. The motion prevailed 25-0- 4: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Witwer, O'Neal, Brixie, Hood, Brabec, Morse, Puri, Steckloff, Weiss, Martus, McKinney, Mentzer, Morgan, Price, Skaggs, Snyder, Wilson, Lightner, Bollin, Green, Slagh, Beson, Borton, Kuhn, Schuette. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Fink, Cavitt, DeBoer, Steele. Representative Cavitt offered the following amendments to HB 4244: 1. Amend page 10, line 26, after "exceed" by striking out "$10,000,000.00" and inserting "$2,000,000.00". 2. Amend page 11, line 8, by striking out all of subdivision (3). 3. Amend page 11, line 14, by striking out all of subdivision (4). 4. Amend page 12, line 22, by striking out all of section 216 and inserting: "Sec. 216. (1) On a quarterly basis, the department shall report to the senate and house appropriations committees, the subcommittees, and the senate and house fiscal agencies the following information: (a) The number of FTEs in pay status by type of staff and civil service classification. (b) A comparison by line item of the number of FTEs authorized from funds appropriated in part 1 to the actual number of FTEs employed by the department at the end of the reporting period. (2) By March 1 of the current fiscal year, the department shall report to the senate and house appropriations committees, the subcommittees, and the senate and house fiscal agencies the following information: (a) Number of employees that were engaged in remote work in 2023. (b) Number of employees authorized to work remotely and the actual number of those working remotely in the current reporting period. (c) Estimated net cost savings achieved by remote work. (d) Reduced use of office space associated with remote work.". 5. Amend page 13, following line 21, by inserting: "(b) Maintain an internet site that posts any severance pay in excess of 6 weeks of wages, regardless of the position held by the former department employee receiving severance pay." and renumbering remaining subdivisions accordingly. 6. Amend page 14, line 9, by striking out all of section 222 and renumbering remaining sections accordingly. 7. Amend page 14, following line 24, by inserting: "(a) A list of major work projects, including the status of each project." and renumbering remaining subdivisions accordingly. 8. Amend page 19, following line 17, by inserting: "Sec. 235. Total authorized appropriations from all sources under part 1 for legacy costs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024 are estimated at $151,215,700.00. From this amount, total department appropriations for pension-related legacy costs are estimated at $104,393,100.00. Total department appropriations for retiree health care legacy costs are estimated at $46,822,600.00. Sec. 236. If the state administrative board, acting under section 3 of 1921 PA 2, MCL 17.3, transfers funds from an amount appropriated under this article, the legislature may, by a concurrent resolution adopted by a majority of the members elected to and serving in each chamber, intertransfer funds within this article for the particular department, board, commission, officer, or institution. Sec. 237. (1) Any department, agency, board, commission, or public officer that receives funding under part 1 shall not do the following: (a) Require as a condition of accessing any facility or receiving services that an individual provide proof that he or she has received a COVID-19 vaccine except as provided by federal law or as a condition of receiving federal Medicare or Medicaid funding. (b) Produce, develop, issue, or require a COVID-19 vaccine passport. (c) Develop a database or make any existing database publicly available to access an individual's COVID-19 vaccine status by any person, company, or governmental entity. (d) Require as a condition of employment that an employee or official provide proof that he or she has received a COVID-19 vaccine. This subdivision does not apply to any hospital, congregate care facility, or other medical facility or any hospital, congregate care facility, or other medical facility operated by a local subdivision that receives federal Medicare or Medicaid funding. (2) A department, agency, board, commission, or public officer may not subject any individual to any negative employment consequence, retaliation, or retribution because of that individual's COVID-19 vaccine status. (3) Subsection (1) does not prohibit any person, department, agency, board, commission, or public officer from transmitting proof of an individual's COVID-19 vaccine status to any person, company, or governmental entity, so long as the individual provides affirmative consent. (4) If a department, agency, board, commission, subdivision, or official or public officer is required to establish a vaccine policy due to a federal mandate it must provide exemptions to any COVID-19 vaccine policy to the following individuals: (a) An individual for whom a physician certifies that a COVID-19 vaccine is or may be detrimental to the individual's health or is not appropriate. (b) An individual who provides a written statement to the effect that the requirements of the COVID-19 vaccine policy cannot be met because of religious convictions or other consistently held objection to immunization. (5) As used in this section, "public officer" means a person appointed by the governor or another executive department official or an elected or appointed official of this state or a political subdivision of this state.".