evidence_text: Representative Andrews moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4187. The motion did not prevail 6-0-10: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CAL Yeas: Reps. Herzberg, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson Jr. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie and Wortz. Representative Andrews offered the following amendments to HB 4187: 1. Amend page 6, line 18, after “(b)” by striking out “Ten” and inserting “Five”. 2. Amend page 6, following line 19, by inserting: “(c) Five percent to the comprehensive transportation fund established in section 10b of 1951 PA 51m MCL 247.660b.”. 3. Amend page 7, line 9, after “(b)” by striking out “Ten” and inserting “Five”. 4. Amend page 7, following line 10, by inserting: “(c) Five percent to the comprehensive transportation fund established in section 10b of 1951 PA 51, MCL 247.660b.”.


evidence_text: Representative Andrews moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4187. The motion did not prevail 6-0-10: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CAL Yeas: Reps. Herzberg, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson Jr. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie and Wortz.


activity_role: prevailed

evidence_text: Representative Neyer moved to report out HB 4187 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 10-1-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz and Herzberg. Nays: Rep. Carra. Pass: Reps. Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Wortz moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4230. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Kunse moved to report out HB 4230 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 10-1-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz and Herzberg. Nays: Rep. Carra. Pass: Reps. Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Herzberg moved to excuse Representative Hope from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Outman adjourned the meeting at 1:29 PM. Representative Pat Outman, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink to adopt the meeting minutes from March 6, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 111. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana, Runestad and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink to report SB 111 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin and Santana Nays: Sen.(s) Runestad and Johnson The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Irwin to report SB 112 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 113 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 114 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 129 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana and Johnson Nays: Sen. Runestad The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:48 a.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to adopt the 2025-2026 Senate Committee on Natural Resource and Agriculture Committee Rules. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Shink, Sen.(s) Cherry, Singh, Polehanki, Daley, Victory, and Hoitenga. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the 2025-2026 Committee Rules were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Daley, to report SB 93 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Shink, Sen.(s) Cherry, Singh, Polehanki, Daley, Victory and Hoitenga Nays: None Pass: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion to adjourn the committee at 1:42 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Polehanki, supported by Senator Hertel, to adopt the meeting minutes from March 6, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion, supported by Senator Klinefelt, to adjourn the committee at 1:00 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion to adjourn the committee at 2:38 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to adopt the meeting minutes from February 25, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cavanagh to report SB 18 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Santana, Cavanagh, Bayer, Shink, Chang, Cherry, Geiss, Lindsey, Hoitenga, and Damoose Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bayer to report SB 29 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Santana, Cavanagh, Bayer, Shink, Chang, Cherry, Geiss, and Damoose Nays: Sen.(s) Lindsey and Hoitenga The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink to report SB 30 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Santana, Cavanagh, Bayer, Shink, Chang, Cherry, Geiss, and Damoose Nays: Sen.(s) Lindsey and Hoitenga The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 31. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Santana, Cavanagh, Bayer, Shink, Chang, Cherry, Geiss, Lindsey, Hoitenga, and Damoose Nays: None The motion prevailed and the substitute was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to report the (S-1) version of SB 31 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Santana, Cavanagh, Bayer, Shink, Chang, Cherry, Geiss, Hoitenga, and Damoose Nays: Sen. Lindsey The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cherry to report SB 32 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Santana, Cavanagh, Bayer, Shink, Chang, Cherry, Geiss, Lindsey, Hoitenga, and Damoose Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to report SB 33 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Santana, Cavanagh, Bayer, Shink, Chang, Cherry, Geiss, and Hoitenga Nays: Sen.(s) Lindsey and Damoose The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to report SB 34 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Santana, Cavanagh, Bayer, Shink, Chang, Cherry, Geiss, and Damoose Nays: Sen.(s) Lindsey and Hoitenga The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to reconsider the vote by which SB 33 was reported. Without objection, the vote was reconsidered.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Lindsey to report SB 33 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Santana, Cavanagh, Bayer, Shink, Chang, Cherry, and Geiss Nays: Sen.(s) Lindsey, Hoitenga, and Damoose The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to report SB 36 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Santana, Cavanagh, Bayer, Shink, Chang, Cherry, Geiss, Lindsey, Hoitenga, and Damoose Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cavanagh to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 37. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Santana, Cavanagh, Bayer, Shink, Chang, Cherry, Geiss, and Damoose Nays: Sen.(s) Lindsey and Hoitenga The motion prevailed and the substitute was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bayer to report the (S-1) version of SB 37 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Santana, Cavanagh, Bayer, Shink, Chang, Cherry, Geiss, Hoitenga, and Damoose Nays: None Pass: Sen. Lindsey The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bayer to report SB 38 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Santana, Cavanagh, Bayer, Shink, Chang, Cherry, Geiss, and Damoose Nays: None Pass: Sen.(s) Lindsey and Hoitenga The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink to report SB 39 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Santana, Cavanagh, Bayer, Shink, Chang, Cherry, Geiss, Hoitenga, and Damoose Nays: None Pass: Sen. Lindsey The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


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


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 12, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4155, HB 4156, HB 4157, HB 4158, and HB 4159 before the committee:   HB 4155 (Rep. St. Germaine) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1278e. HB 4156 (Rep. Jaime Greene) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending sections 1278a and 1278b (MCL 380.1278a and 380.1278b), as amended by 2022 PA 105, and by adding section 1278e. HB 4157 (Rep. Jaime Greene) A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled "The state school aid act of 1979," by amending sections 11, 104, 104b, and 104c (MCL 388.1611, 388.1704, 388.1704b, and 388.1704c), section 11 as amended by 2024 PA 148, section 104 as amended by 2024 PA 120, section 104b as amended by 2018 PA 265, and section 104c as amended by 2021 PA 48, and by adding section 104d. HB 4158 (Rep. Thompson) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending sections


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4159. The motion prevailed 11-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine, Pavlov, Wilson, Koleszar, Weiss, and Byrnes. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative St. Germaine, Representative Linting, Representative Greene, and Representative Thompson testified together in support of HB 4155, HB 4158, HB 4156, HB 4159, and HB 4157. Questions and discussions followed. Derek D’Angelo, representing the Michigan Council on Economic Education, testified in support of HB 4156. Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals, testified in opposition to HB 4156. Ryan Shaw, representing the Michigan Music Education Association, testified in opposition to HB 4156. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4155, but did not wish to speak: David Randels, representing Oakland Schools. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4155, HB 4156, HB 4157, HB 4158, and HB 4159, but did not wish to speak: Sue Milligan, representing Shelby Township Precinct 19. Stacy Vanoast, representing Richmond Township Precinct 2. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4155, HB 4156, HB 4157, and HB 4158, but did not wish to speak: Olivia Ponte, representing the Michigan Department of Education The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4156, but did not wish to speak: Rebecca Park, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. Dave Worthams, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association. 502, 503, 522, 552, and 1279g (MCL 380.502, 380.503, 380.522, 380.552, and 380.1279g), sections 502, 522, and 552 as amended by 2023 PA 34, section 503 as amended by 2024 PA 210, and section 1279g as amended by 2016 PA 170. HB 4159 (Rep. Linting) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending section 1278 (MCL 380.1278), as amended by 2016 PA 170. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4156, HB 4157, and HB 4158, but did not wish to speak: Alexandra Stamm, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Jeff Cobb, representing EdTrust Midwest. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4156 and HB 4159, but did not wish to speak: Katherine Bussard, representing Salt and Light Global. Randy Gross, representing the Michigan Chamber. The Chair laid HJR E before the committee: The following person submitted a card in support of HJR E, but did not wish to speak: Katherine Bussard, representing Salt and Light Global.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HJR E. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine, Pavlov, Wilson, Koleszar, Weiss, and Byrnes. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to report out HJR E with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-4-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine and Pavlov. Nays: Reps. Wilson, Koleszar, Weiss, and Byrnes. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair DeBoer adjourned the meeting at 11:22 AM. Representative Nancy DeBoer, Chair HJR E (Rep. Schuette) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the state constitution of 1963, by amending section 3 of article VIII, to provide for the gubernatorial appointment of the superintendent of public instruction. Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the state of Michigan, That the following amendment to the state constitution of 1963, to provide for the gubernatorial appointment of the superintendent of public instruction, is proposed, agreed to, and submitted to the people of the state: Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Witwer moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 12, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair recognized a group of students from the Concordia University Occupational Therapy Program. The Chair laid HB 4072 before the committee: Representative Steckloff testified in support of HB 4072. Dr. Scott Westhouse, representing the Michigan Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons, testified in support of HB 4072. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4072, but did not wish to speak: Bret Jackson, representing the Michigan Health Purchasers Coalition. Kate Dorsey, representing the Michigan State Medical Society. Monica Martinez, representing the Michigan Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons. The Chair laid HB 4101 and HB 4102 before the committee:   HB 4072 (Rep. Steckloff) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding sections 17773, 20817, and 21539. HB 4101 (Rep. Bierlein) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public Representative Bierlein, joined by Representative Fitzgerald, testified in support of HB 4101 and HB 4102. Questions and discussion followed. Brian Gilbert, representing the American Physical Therapist Association, testified in support of HB 4101 and HB 4102. Questions and discussions followed. Jeff Rosa, representing the Physical Therapy Compact Commission, testified in support of HB 4101 and HB 4102. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4101 and HB 4102, but did not wish to speak: Amy Heath, representing the Western Michigan University Department of Physical Therapy. Susie Steele, representing Concordia University of Ann Arbor. Sara Arena, representing Oakland University. Todd Sander, representing Grand Valley State. Taylor Alpert, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association. Jennifer Blackwood, representing the University of Michigan Flint. Kristina Reid, representing Wayne State University. Denise Hoffman, representing the Michigan Occupational Therapy Association. Juliane Chreston, representing the Concordia University of Ann Arbor School of Health Professions. Scott Kempa, representing the Michigan Association of Health Plans. Bret Jackson, representing the Michigan Health Purchasers Coalition. Jason Lachowski, representing the American Association of Retired Persons. The Chair laid HB 4103 and HB 4104 before the committee: Representative Rogers testified in support of HB 4103 and HB 4104. Questions and discussions followed. health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 16188. HB 4102 (Rep. Fitzgerald) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 16335, 17801, and 17821 (MCL 333.16335, 333.17801, and 333.17821), as amended by 2009 PA 55, and by adding sections 17820a and 17820b. HB 4103 (Rep. Rogers) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 16188. HB 4104 (Rep. Wozniak) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 16345, 18301, and 18305 (MCL 333.16345, 333.18301, and 333.18305), as amended by 2008 PA 523, and by adding sections 18303a and 18303b. Denise Hoffman, representing the Michigan Occupational Therapy Association, testified in support of HB 4103 and HB 4104. Questions and discussions followed. Dan Logsdon, representing the Council of State Governments, testified in support of HB 4103 and HB 4104. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4103 and HB 4104, but did not wish to speak: Julie Mirostavv, representing Ascension Health. Juliane Chreston, representing the Concordia University Occupational Therapy Program. Taylor Alpert, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association. Evie Zois Sweeny, representing the American Physical Therapy Association Michigan Chapter (APTA-MI). The following person submitted a card in support of 4103 but did not wish to speak: Jason Lachowski, representing the American Association of Retired Persons. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4103 and HB 4104, but did not wish to speak: Scott Kempa, representing the Michigan Association of Health Plans. Bret Jackson, representing the Michigan Health Purchasers Coalition.


evidence_text: Representative Schmaltz moved to excuse Reps. Whitsett and Neeley from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair VanderWall adjourned the meeting at 10:04 AM. Representative Curtis VanderWall, Chair Hazel Campbell-Crawley Committee Clerk hcrawley@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Neyer moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 05, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4207 and HB 4208 before the committee: At 12:03 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 12:04 PM, Majority Vice Chair Tisdel called the committee back to order. Representative Harris testified in support of HB 4207 and HB 4208. Representative Brenda Carter testified in support of HB 4207 and HB 4208. At 12:06 PM, Majority Vice Chair Tisdel laid the committee at ease. At 12:07 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.   HB 4207 (Rep. Harris) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending section 3701 (MCL 500.3701), as amended by 2016 PA 276. HB 4208 (Rep. Brenda Carter) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending section 608 (MCL 500.608), as added by 2016 PA 276. Karla Bell, representing the American Family Life Assurance Company, testified in support of HB 4207 and HB 4208. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4207 and HB 4208, but did not wish to speak: Frank Venuto, representing the American Council of Life Insurers. The Chair laid HB 4179 before the committee: Chuck May, representing the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors - Michigan, testified in support of HB 4179. Representative Aragona testified in support of HB 4179. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4179, but did not wish to speak: Craig Puckett, representing Big I Michigan. Frank Venuto, representing the American Council of Life Insurers. The Chair laid HB 4071 before the committee: Michael Stern, representing the Chubb Insurance, testified in support of HB 4071. Questions and discussions followed. Representative Brenda Carter testified in support of HB 4071. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4071, but did not wish to speak: Ken Ross, representing John Hancock. Frank Venuto, representing the American Council of Life Insurers. Brian Christenberry, representing the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies. Ken Morin, representing the Life Insurance Association of Michigan. Craig Puckett, representing Big I Michigan. Dyck Van Koevering, representing the Insurance Alliance of Michigan. The Chair laid a presentation on Michigan Association of Health Plans before the committee. Dominick Pallone, representing the Michigan Association of Health Plans, gave a presentation on the Michigan Association of Health Plans. Questions and discussions followed. HB 4179 (Rep. Aragona) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending section 2024a (MCL 500.2024a), as added by 1989 PA 68. HB 4071 (Rep. Brenda Carter) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending section 2025 (MCL 500.2025).


evidence_text: Representative Brenda Carter 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 Harris adjourned the meeting at 1:03 PM. Representative Mike Harris, Chair Keith Feldpausch Committee Clerk kfeldpausch@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 12, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4033 and HB 4034 before the committee:


evidence_text: Representative BeGole moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4034. The motion prevailed 9-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Hope and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None.   HB 4033 (Rep. Wozniak) An act to allow certain fiduciaries to convert income trusts to unitrusts, convert express unitrusts to income trusts, and change the percentage or method used to calculate unitrust amounts. HB 4034 (Rep. Wozniak) A bill to amend 1988 PA 418, entitled "Uniform statutory rule against perpetuities," by amending sections 3 and 5 (MCL 554.73 and 554.75), section 5 as amended by 2011 PA 11. Representative Wozniak, testified in support of HB 4033 and HB 4034. Questions and discussions followed. James Spica, representing the Probate and Estate Planning Section of the State Bar of Michigan, testified in support of HB 4033 and HB 4034. Questions and discussions followed. The Chair laid HB 4045 before the committee: Representative Hope testified in support of HB 4045. Questions and discussions followed. Kaitlin Wolff, representing the Uniform Law Commission, testified in support of HB 4045. Peter De Filippis, representing himself, testified with no position on HB 4045. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4045, but did not wish to speak: Kyle Zawacki, representing the ACLU of Michigan. Josh Levin, representing the Motion Picture Association. Nathan Triplett, representing the State Bar of Michigan. Heath B. Lowry, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence. Mitch Albers, representing the Michigan Association for Justice. Mary Pollock, representing the Michigan Unitarian Universalist Social Justice Network. Mary Pollock, representing the Michigan State Employee Retirees Association. Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club of Michigan. Mitch Rice, representing himself. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4045, but did not wish to speak: Katherine Bussard, representing Salt & Light Global. The Chair laid HB 4255 and HB 4256 before the committee: HB 4045 (Rep. Hope) A bill to enact the uniform public expression protection act; and to provide protections and remedies to persons sued for exercising rights to expression and other constitutionally protected rights. HB 4255 (Rep. Lightner) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 7401, 7410, and 7417 (MCL 333.7401, 333.7410, and 333.7417), section 7401 as amended by 2016 PA 548, section 7410 as amended by 2016 PA 128, and section 7417 as added by 2012 PA 183, and by adding sections 7410b and 7417a. HB 4256 (Rep. Bollin) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 13m of chapter XVII (MCL 777.13m), as amended by 2016 PA 549. Jessica Reia, representing the office of Representative Bollin, testified in support of HB 4255 and HB 4256. Questions and discussions followed. Chair Lightner testified in support of HB 4255 and HB 4256. Questions and discussions followed. David Gilbert, Calhoun County Prosecutor, testified in support of HB 4255 and HB 4256. Questions and discussions followed. Julie Risner, representing herself, testified in support of HB 4255 and HB 4256. Questions and discussions followed. Michael Hirst, representing himself, testified in support of HB 4255 and HB 4256. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4255 and HB 4256, but did not wish to speak: Matt Saxton, representing the MI Sheriffs' Association.


evidence_text: Representative BeGole moved to excuse Representative Tyrone Carter from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Lightner adjourned the meeting at 11:36 AM. Representative Sarah Lightner, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Prestin moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 12, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The chair laid before the committee a presentation on Pure Michigan. Kelly Wolgamott, Vice President of Pure Michigan, and Hilary Doe, Chief Growth & Marketing Officer for Pure Michigan, testified before the committee. Questions and discussions followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Martin adjourned the meeting at 12:48 PM. Representative David Martin, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to adopt the meeting minutes from February 5, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


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


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 135. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None The motion prevailed and the substitute was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to report the (S-1) version of SB 135 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to report SB 107 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to report SB 144 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to report SB 136 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, 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 3:25 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Geiss to adopt the meeting minutes from March 5, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion to adjourn the committee at 1:27 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Bumstead, to adopt the committee meeting minutes from February 12, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Irwin, supported by Sen. Shink, to adjourned the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:20pm.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Shink, supported by Senator Singh, to adopt the meeting minutes from March 12, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Huizenga, to adopt the meeting minutes from March 12, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator McCann, to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Senators Camilleri and Bumstead were excused from the meeting.


evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 13, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The chair laid a presentation from the Michigan Corn Growers before the committee. Scott Piggott, representing the Michigan Corn Growers, gave a presentation. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 4122 before the committee: Representative Alexander testified in support of HB 4122. Questions and discussion followed. Rebecca Park and Kevin Hershberger, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau, testified in support of HB 4122. Questions and discussions followed. Mollie Woods, representing the MSU Extension Product Center, testified with a neutral position on HB 4122. Questions and discussions followed.   HB 4122 (Rep. Alexander) A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled "Food law," by amending sections 1105, 1111, and 4102 (MCL 289.1105, 289.1111, and 289.4102), section 1105 as amended by 2014 PA 516, section 1111 as amended by 2018 PA 92, and section 4102 as amended by 2012 PA 178. Amanda Shreve, representing the Michigan Farmers Market Association, testified in support of HB 4122. Questions and discussions followed. Brenda Maqdasi, representing Rising Voices, testified in support of HB 4122. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4122, but did not wish to speak: Janet Millard, representing the Belleville Central Business Community. Dayna Popkey, representing Growing Hope. Jessica Gleespen, representing the Gleehead Baking Company. Susan Fisher. Beth Anzell, representing the Charlevoix Farmers Market. Sharon Mitton, representing Baking Legends, LLC. Caroline Abbott, representing Abbott Farms. Linda Bader, representing the St. Louis Farmers Market. Sherry McGhee, Market Manager, SEMPA. Ken and Susan Wiltse, representing the Wiltse Kitchen. Carol Moody, representing the Mt. Pleasant Farmers Market. Lucy Pier, Market Manager, Menominee Historic Downtown Farmers Market. Dianna Leavitt, representing DnD Goodies. Octavia Smith, representing the Inkster Task Force Farmers Market. Julian Lauzzana, representing Earthen Heart LLC. Jane Reagan, representing Sowing Growth Eastern Ingham Farmers Market. Lorna Wallis, representing Toonces Treasures LLC. Sarah Longstreth, representing the Good Stead Farm. Diane Middleton, representing the Midland Business Alliance. Amanda Edmonds, representing Beehive Strategies. Alexander Steward, representing the Michigan Farmers Market Association. Cassandra Kozlowski. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 11:34 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Tate moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 13, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid a Presentation from Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance before the committee. Nikki Devitt, Christopher Martin, Haley Bennett, and Christopher Germain, representing the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance, provided a presentation on the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance. Questions and discussions followed. The Chair laid HB 4055, HB 4056, HB 4057, HB 4058 and HB 4059 before the committee:   HB 4055 (Rep. Schuette) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.847) by adding section 275. HB 4056 (Rep. Schuette) A bill to create a child care savings program; to provide for child care savings accounts; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies, boards, and departments; to allow certain tax deductions; and to provide for penalties and remedies. HB 4057 (Rep. Schuette) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," by amending section 30 (MCL 206.30), as amended by 2023 PA 4. Representative Scheutte, Representative Schmaltz, and Representative DeBoer testified in support of HB 4055, HB 4056, HB 4057, HB 4058, and HB 4059. Questions and discussions followed. Genevieve Marron, representing Right to Life of Michigan, testified in support of HB 4055, HB 4056, HB 4057, HB 4058, and HB 4059. Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy, testified with no position on HB 4055, HB 4056, HB 4057, HB 4058, and HB 4059. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4055, HB 4056 and HB 4057, but did not wish to speak: Marcus Keech, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber. Brian Shoaf, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber. Jacob Manning, representing the Small Business Association of Michigan. Dave Worthams, representing the Michigan Manufactures Association. Randy Gross, representing the Michigan Chamber. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4055, HB 4056, HB 4057, HB 4058 and HB 4059, but did not wish to speak: Alejandra Barraza, representing the High Scope Educational Research Foundation. Tom Hickson, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4058 and HB 4059, but did not wish to speak: Amy Zaagman, representing the Michigan Council for Maternal and Child Health. Carlos Gutierrez, representing the Consumer Health Products Association. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4058 and HB 4059, but did not wish to speak: Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals. Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards. Matt Schueller, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents and Administrators. Peter Spadafor, representing the Michigan Alliance for Student Opportunity. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4056 and HB 4057, but did not wish to speak: Heath Lowry, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hoadley adjourned the meeting at 11:29 AM. HB 4058 (Rep. Schmaltz) A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General sales tax act," (MCL 205.51 to 205.78) by adding section 4mm. HB 4059 (Rep. DeBoer) A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act," (MCL 205.91 to 205.111) by adding section 4mm. Representative Mike Hoadley, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative VanderWall moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 13, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4118 before the committee:


evidence_text: Representative BeGole moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4118. The motion prevailed 5-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris, VanderWall, Fitzgerald and McFall. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4118, but did not wish to speak: Andrew Vermeesch, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4118, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak:   HB 4118 (Rep. Schuette) A bill to amend 1956 PA 40, entitled "The drain code of 1956," by amending sections 151, 154, 280, 468, and 520 (MCL 280.151, 280.154, 280.280, 280.468, and 280.520), section 154 as amended by 2020 PA 281, section 280 as amended by 2016 PA 27, and sections 468 and 520 as amended by 2018 PA 644. Susan Julian, representing citizens.


evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to report out HB 4118 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 5-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris, VanderWall, Fitzgerald and McFall. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4233, HB 4234, HB 4235, HB 4238, HB 4239, HB 4240, HB 4241 and HB 4242 before the committee: HB 4233 (Rep. Johnsen) A bill to amend 1846 RS 66, entitled "Of estates in dower, by the curtesy, and general provisions concerning real estate," by amending the title and sections 35 and 36 (MCL 554.135 and 554.136) and by adding section 36a. HB 4234 (Rep. Meerman) A bill to amend 1846 RS 66, entitled "Of estates in dower, by the curtesy, and general provisions concerning real estate," by amending the title and sections 35 and 36 (MCL 554.135 and 554.136) and by adding sections 36a and 36b. HB 4235 (Rep. Smit) A bill to prohibit the use of certain applications on government-issued devices; to require public employers to take certain actions related to prohibited applications; to prohibit certain employees or officers from downloading or accessing certain applications; to provide exceptions; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities. HB 4238 (Rep. Jenkins-Arno) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1346. HB 4239 (Rep. Bruck) A bill to prohibit state institutions of higher education from entering into agreements with foreign actors under certain circumstances; to prohibit state institutions of higher education from receiving grants and other items of value from foreign actors under certain circumstances; to require state institutions of higher education to enter into gift agreements; to establish reporting requirements for certain gifts received by state institutions of higher education and affiliate organizations from Marla Braun, representing the Office of Representative Thompson, testified in support of HB 4242. Representative Hoadley testified in support of HB 4241. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Jenkins-Arno testified in support of HB 4238. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Schuette testified in support of HB 4240. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4233. The motion prevailed 3-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris and VanderWall. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Fitzgerald and McFall. Representative Johnsen testified in support of HB 4233 and Representative Meerman testified in support of HB 4234. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4233 and HB 4234, but did not wish to speak: Dawn Crandall, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan. Frank Foster, representing Equality. Mark Calaguas. certain foreign actors; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities; to prescribe remedies; to prescribe civil sanctions; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 4240 (Rep. Schuette) A bill to prohibit public bodies from receiving gifts and grants from foreign actors under certain circumstances; to prohibit public bodies from entering into agreements with foreign actors under certain circumstances; to establish disclosure requirements for certain gifts, grants, contracts, and other interests relating to certain foreign actors; to prescribe civil sanctions; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities; and to require the promulgation of rules. HB 4241 (Rep. Hoadley) A bill to amend 1984 PA 270, entitled "Michigan strategic fund act," (MCL 125.2001 to 125.2094) by adding section 7c. HB 4242 (Rep. Thompson) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 16213 and 20175a (MCL 333.16213 and 333.20175a), as amended by 2023 PA 62. Aisa Villarosa, representing the Asian Law Caucus. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4233 and HB 4234, but did not wish to speak: Rebecca Park, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4239, but did not wish to speak: Daniel Hurley, representing the Michigan Association of State Universities. Shawon Cecil, representing the Michigan Realtors, testified in opposition to HB 4234 and HB 4233. Questions and discussions followed. Autum Smith testified in support of HB 4233, HB 4234 and HB 4238. David Martyn, representing the Michigan Land Title Association, testified in opposition to HB 4234 and HB 4233. Kyle Zawacki, representing the ACLU of Michigan, testified in opposition to HB 4234 and HB 4233. Nichole Keway Biber testified with a neutral position on HB 4234 and HB 4233. Roland Hwang, representing American Citizens for Justice, testified with no position on HB 4233. Emily Nguyen, representing Rising Voices, testified in opposition to HB 4238, HB 4233, HB 4234, HB 4235, HB 4239, HB 4240, HB 4241 and HB 4242. Barry Wayne Adams testified in support of HB 4233, HB 4241, HB 4240, HB 4238, HB 4239 and HB 4234. There being no further business before the committee, Chair BeGole adjourned the meeting at 10:24 AM. Representative Brian BeGole, Chair Keith Feldpausch Committee Clerk kfeldpausch@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Tisdel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 13, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4081 before the committee: The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4081, but did not wish to speak: Brad Ward, representing the Michigan Realtors. Marcus Keech, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber. Jarrett Skorup, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy.


evidence_text: Representative Rigas moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4081. The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Thompson, Linting, Tyrone Carter and Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to report out HB 4081 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-1:   HB 4081 (Rep. DeBoyer) A bill to amend 1967 PA 288, entitled "Land division act," by amending section 108 (MCL 560.108), as added by 1996 PA 591. FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Thompson, Linting, Tyrone Carter and Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Fairbairn. Chair Aragona laid before the committee a presentation from the Michigan Municipal League. Jennifer Rigterink, representing the Michigan Municipal League, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. Chair Aragona laid before the committee a presentation from the Michigan Realtors. Brad Ward, representing the Michigan Realtors, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Tyrone Carter moved to excuse Representatives Liberati, Whitsett and Neeley from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Aragona adjourned the meeting at 9:54 AM. Representative Joseph A. Aragona, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McCann, to adopt the meeting minutes from March 13, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Singh, to report SB130 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) McCann, Wojno, Santana, Hertel, Singh, Hauck, Lauwers and Bellino Nays: None Pass: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Lauwers, to report SB131 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) McCann, Wojno, Santana, Hertel, Singh, Hauck, Lauwers and Bellino Nays: None Pass: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Hauck, to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Senator Webber and Senator Polehanki were excused from the meeting.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion, to adjourn the committee at 11:23 a.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion to adjourn the committee at 1:39 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Irwin, supported by Senator Outman to adopt the meeting minutes from March 13, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion to adjourn the subcommittee at 2:38 p.m. Without objection, the subcommittee was adjourned.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Cherry, supported by Senator Bayer, to adopt the meeting minutes from March 13, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Bayer, to adjourn the committee at 2:41 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: Representative Hall moved to approve the Quarterly Report, dated March 20, 2025. The motion prevailed 6-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Hall, Posthumus, Farhat, Puri and Fitzgerald. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Bollin adjourned the meeting at 2:58 PM. Representative Ann Bollin, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Fox moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 18, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent.


evidence_text: Representative Wooden moved to excuse Rep. Xiong from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid a presentation by Mr. Ramon Jackson and Pastor Lorenzo Sewell before the committee. Pastor Lorenzo Sewell and Mr. Ramon Jackson gave a presentation on elections in the City of Detroit to the committee. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Clarence Baker, representing themselves. Lory Parks, representing Verify the Vote. Clinton Topp, representing themselves as a Detroit voter. Theresa Williams, representing themselves as a Detroit voter. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Smit adjourned the meeting at 9:58 AM. Representative Rachelle Smit, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk   tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Martin moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 04, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4124, HB 4125, HB 4126, HB 4127, HB 4128 and HB 4129 before the committee:   HB 4124 (Rep. Wendzel) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.847) by adding sections 677a and 717a. HB 4125 (Rep. McFall) A bill to create a program that awards grants to certain postsecondary schools in this state that establish or expand certain educational programs that lead to degrees or credentials supportive of the nuclear and hydrogen industries; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state officers and entities. HB 4126 (Rep. Steckloff) A bill to create a fund for a program that awards grants to certain postsecondary schools in this state that establish or expand certain educational programs that lead to degrees or credentials supportive of the nuclear and hydrogen industries; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state officers and entities. HB 4127 (Rep. Thompson) A bill to amend 1939 PA 3, entitled "An act to provide for the regulation and control of public and certain private utilities and other services affected with a public interest within this state; to provide for alternative energy suppliers and certain providers of electric vehicle charging services; to provide for licensing; to include municipally owned utilities and other providers of energy under certain provisions of this act; to create a public service commission and to prescribe and define its powers and duties; to abolish the Michigan public utilities commission and to confer the powers and duties vested by law on the public service commission; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to provide for the continuance, transfer, and completion of certain matters and proceedings; to abolish automatic adjustment clauses; to prohibit certain rate increases without notice and hearing; to qualify residential energy conservation programs permitted under state law for certain federal exemption; to create a fund; to encourage the utilization of resource recovery facilities; to prohibit certain acts and practices of providers of energy; to allow for the securitization of stranded costs; to reduce rates; to provide for appeals; to provide appropriations; to declare the effect and purpose of this act; to prescribe remedies and penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by amending section 10h (MCL 460.10h), as amended by 2023 PA 245. HB 4128 (Rep. VanWoerkom) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.847) by adding section 678. HB 4129 (Rep. Andrews) A bill to create a nuclear and hydrogen graduate attraction and retention program to award grants to certain graduates of a postsecondary school who are employed in this state at a qualified electric generation facility after graduation; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to prohibit the submission of false information and prescribe penalties; to provide remedies; to create certain funds; to provide for the distribution of money from certain funds; and The following person submitted a card wishing to speak with no position on HB 4124, HB 4125, HB 4126, HB 4127, HB 4128 and HB 4129, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Shane Peters, representing Bridgman Public School. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4124, HB 4125, HB 4126, HB 4127, HB 4128 and HB 4129, but did not wish to speak: Justin Carpenter, representing the Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4124, HB 4125, HB 4126, HB 4127, HB 4128 and HB 4129, but did not wish to speak: Mike Johnston, representing the Michigan Manufactures Association.


evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4124. The motion prevailed 15- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wendzel, Prestin, Martin, BeGole, DeBoer, Schmaltz, Thompson, Fairbairn, Frisbie, Linting, Tate, Brixie, Liberati, Andrews and Myers-Phillips. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to report out HB 4124 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 13-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wendzel, Prestin, Martin, BeGole, DeBoer, Schmaltz, Thompson, Fairbairn, Frisbie, Linting, Tate, Liberati and Andrews. Nays: Reps. Brixie and Myers-Phillips. Pass: None. Representative Brixie requested a Point of Information regarding Shane Peter’s being unable to give oral testimony on HB 4124, HB 4125, HB 4126, HB 4127, HB 4128 and HB 4129. At 9:08 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 9:10 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair replied to the Point of Information that Shane Peter’s submitted written testimony to the committee in lieu of oral testimony.


evidence_text: Representative Andrews moved to report out HB 4125 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wendzel, Prestin, Martin, BeGole, DeBoer, Schmaltz, Thompson, Fairbairn, Frisbie, Linting, Tate, Brixie, Liberati, Andrews and Myers-Phillips. Nays: None. to allow the promulgation of rules. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative BeGole moved to report out HB 4126 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wendzel, Prestin, Martin, BeGole, DeBoer, Schmaltz, Thompson, Fairbairn, Frisbie, Linting, Tate, Brixie, Liberati, Andrews and Myers-Phillips. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Thompson moved to report out HB 4127 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wendzel, Prestin, Martin, BeGole, DeBoer, Schmaltz, Thompson, Fairbairn, Frisbie, Linting, Tate, Brixie, Liberati, Andrews and Myers-Phillips. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4128. The motion prevailed 15- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wendzel, Prestin, Martin, BeGole, DeBoer, Schmaltz, Thompson, Fairbairn, Frisbie, Linting, Tate, Brixie, Liberati, Andrews and Myers-Phillips. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Brixie offered the following amendment to HB 4128: 1. Amend page 3, line 13, after "2040" by inserting "and are classified as real property under the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.1 to 211.155, and subject to a valuation under the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.1 to 211.155, that reflects use of generally accepted appraisal principles, including, but not limited to, consideration of that property's highest and best use".


evidence_text: Representative Brixie moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4128. The motion did not prevail 5- 10-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tate, Brixie, Liberati, Andrews and Myers-Phillips. Nays: Reps. Wendzel, Prestin, Martin, BeGole, DeBoer, Schmaltz, Thompson, Fairbairn, Frisbie and Linting. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative BeGole moved to report out HB 4128 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 13-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wendzel, Prestin, Martin, BeGole, DeBoer, Schmaltz, Thompson, Fairbairn, Frisbie, Linting, Tate, Liberati and Andrews. Nays: Reps. Brixie and Myers-Phillips. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Thompson moved to report out HB 4129 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wendzel, Prestin, Martin, BeGole, DeBoer, Schmaltz, Thompson, Fairbairn, Frisbie, Linting, Tate, Brixie, Liberati, Andrews and Myers-Phillips. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4007 and HB 4283 before the committee: Representative Bohnak and Representative Prestin testified in support of HB 4007 and HB 4283. Questions and discussions followed. Valerie Brader testified in support of HB 4007 and HB 4283. Tom Carpenter, representing Marquette Board of Light and Power, Patrick Schillinger, Scott Johnson and Richard Stasik, representing the Upper Michigan Energy Resources Corporation, Dan Ruokolainen, representing Tilden Mine, Daniel Rader and Jeremy Thompson, representing United Steelworkers Local 4674, Michael Grondz, representing the United Steelworkers Local 4950, and Anna Ediger and Ryan Korpela, representing Cleaveland-Cliffs, all testified in support of HB 4007 and HB 4283. Questions and discussions followed. Marty Fittante, representing Invest UP, testified in support of HB 4007 and HB 4283. Mary Myers, representing the Lake Superior Community Partnership, testified in support of HB 4007 and HB 4283. Senator McBroom testified in support of HB 4007 and HB 4283. The following people submitted a card wishing to speak in opposition to HB 4007 and HB 4283, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: HB 4007 (Rep. Bohnak) A bill to amend 2008 PA 295, entitled "Clean and renewable energy and energy waste reduction act," by amending section 3 (MCL 460.1003), as amended by 2023 PA 235. HB 4283 (Rep. Prestin) A bill to amend 2008 PA 295, entitled "Clean and renewable energy and energy waste reduction act," by amending sections 28, 29, and 32 (MCL 460.1028, 460.1029, and 460.1032), sections 28 and 29 as amended and section 32 as added by 2023 PA 235, and by adding section 34. Abby Wallace and Charlotte Jameson, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. Derrell Slaughter, representing the Natural Resources Defense Council. Jane Fitkin, representing the Citizens for a Safe and Clean Lake Superior. Sara Green. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4007, but did not wish to speak: Sue Brown, representing the United Steelworkers. Ryan Sebolt, representing the Michigan AFL-CIO. Jason Hayes, representing the Mackinac Center. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4007, but did not wish to speak: Paula Bowman and Denise Hartsough, representing the League of Women Voters of Michigan. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4283, but did not wish to speak: Mike Alaimo, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4007 and HB 4283, but did not wish to speak: Manny Lentine, representing Marquette County. Katie Abraham, representing the Michigan Municipal Electric Association. Dean Gutzman, representing the UA Local 111 Upper Peninsula. Jeremy Garza, representing Michigan Pipe Trades. Mike Johnston, representing the Michigan Manufactures Association. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4007 and HB 4283, but did not wish to speak: Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club Michigan. Ben Poulson, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Denise Keele, representing the Michigan Climate Action Network. Chris Gilmer-Hill, representing the Michigan Environmental Justice Coalition.


evidence_text: Representative Prestin moved to excuse Representative Coffia and Representative Herzberg from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Wendzel adjourned the meeting at 10:42 AM. Representative Pauline Wendzel, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Woolford moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 18, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid a presentation on the American Legion and the Michigan Coalition Service Officer Program before the committee. Tim Poxson, Dan Cooper, and Gary Easterling gave a presentation on the American Legion and the Michigan Coalition Service Officer Program. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid a presentation on Veterans before the committee. Doug Brinker gave a presentation on his experience as a veteran.


evidence_text: Representative Young moved to excuse Representative Byrnes, Representative Rheingans and Representative Xiong from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Schmaltz adjourned the meeting at 1:26 PM. Representative Kathy Schmaltz, Chair Keith Feldpausch Committee Clerk kfeldpausch@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative VanderWall moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 20, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4235, HB 4238, HB 4239, HB 4240, HB 4241 and HB 4242 before the committee:   HB 4235 (Rep. Smit) A bill to prohibit the use of certain applications on government-issued devices; to require public employers to take certain actions related to prohibited applications; to prohibit certain employees or officers from downloading or accessing certain applications; to provide exceptions; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities. HB 4238 (Rep. Jenkins-Arno) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1346. HB 4239 (Rep. Bruck) A bill to prohibit state institutions of higher education from entering into agreements with foreign actors under certain circumstances; to prohibit state institutions of higher education from receiving grants and other items of value from foreign actors under certain circumstances; to require state institutions of


evidence_text: Representative VanderWall moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4239. The motion prevailed 3-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris and VanderWall. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Fitzgerald and McFall. Representative Bruck testified in support of HB 4239.


evidence_text: Representative VanderWall moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4235. The motion prevailed 3-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris and VanderWall. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Fitzgerald and McFall. Representative Smit testified in support of HB 4235. higher education to enter into gift agreements; to establish reporting requirements for certain gifts received by state institutions of higher education and affiliate organizations from certain foreign actors; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities; to prescribe remedies; to prescribe civil sanctions; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 4240 (Rep. Schuette) A bill to prohibit public bodies from receiving gifts and grants from foreign actors under certain circumstances; to prohibit public bodies from entering into agreements with foreign actors under certain circumstances; to establish disclosure requirements for certain gifts, grants, contracts, and other interests relating to certain foreign actors; to prescribe civil sanctions; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities; and to require the promulgation of rules. HB 4241 (Rep. Hoadley) A bill to amend 1984 PA 270, entitled "Michigan strategic fund act," (MCL 125.2001 to 125.2094) by adding section 7c. HB 4242 (Rep. Thompson) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 16213 and 20175a (MCL 333.16213 and 333.20175a), as amended by 2023 PA 62. Kyle Zawacki, representing the American Civil Liberties Union, testified in opposition to HB 4238, HB 4239 and HB 4240. Henry Duong, representing Rising Voices, testified in opposition to HB 4238, HB 4239 and HB 4240.


evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to report out HB 4235 with recommendation that the substitute (H- 1) be adopted and the bill then pass. The committee further recommended that the bill and substitute be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 3-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris and VanderWall. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Fitzgerald and McFall.


evidence_text: Representative VanderWall moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4238. The motion prevailed 3-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris and VanderWall. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Fitzgerald and McFall.


evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to report out HB 4238 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 3-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris and VanderWall. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Fitzgerald and McFall.


evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to report out HB 4239 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 3-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris and VanderWall. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Fitzgerald and McFall.


evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to report out HB 4240 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 3-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris and VanderWall. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Fitzgerald and McFall.


evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to report out HB 4241 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 3-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris and VanderWall. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Fitzgerald and McFall.


evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to report out HB 4242 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 3-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris and VanderWall. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Fitzgerald and McFall. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4233, HB 4234, HB 4235, HB 4238, HB 4239, HB 4240, HB 4241 and HB 4242, but did not wish to speak: Joseph Liu. Yiyun Huang. Bill O'Brien, representing Strangers No Longer. Sheela Lal. Sarah Tomas-Lemna. Isabel Ayala. Fanta Jatta, representing the Abisa. Tasneem Diallo. Brenda Maqdasi. Karen Cardenas, representing the MI Poder. Viviana Castelan Alamillo, representing the MI Poder. Kurtis Fernandez, representing the APIA Vote Michigan. Naoko Wake. J. Wing. Noreen Rodriguez. There being no further business before the committee, Chair BeGole adjourned the meeting at 11:20 AM. Representative Brian BeGole, Chair Keith Feldpausch Committee Clerk kfeldpausch@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Schuette moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 19, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4178 before the committee: Representative Aragona and Chuck May, representing the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors- Michigan, testified in support of HB 4178. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4178, but did not wish to speak: Parker Fisher, representing the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4178, but did not wish to speak: Cathy Cooper, representing the National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals. Craig Puckett, representing the Big I Michigan. The Chair laid HB 4207, HB 4208 and HB 4179 before the committee:   HB 4178 (Rep. Aragona) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending section 1204c (MCL 500.1204c), as amended by 2017 PA 67. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4179, HB 4207 and HB 4208, but did not wish to speak: Parker Fisher, representing the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services.


evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to report out HB 4207 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Harris, Tisdel, Lightner, Posthumus, Aragona, Neyer, Schuette, Brenda Carter, Tate and Fitzgerald. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Fitzgerald moved to report out HB 4208 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Harris, Tisdel, Lightner, Posthumus, Aragona, Neyer, Schuette, Brenda Carter, Tate and Fitzgerald. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Posthumus moved to report out HB 4179 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Harris, Tisdel, Lightner, Posthumus, Aragona, Neyer, Schuette, Brenda Carter, Tate and Fitzgerald. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Brenda Carter 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 Harris adjourned the meeting at 12:12 PM. HB 4207 (Rep. Harris) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending section 3701 (MCL 500.3701), as amended by 2016 PA 276. HB 4208 (Rep. Brenda Carter) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending section 608 (MCL 500.608), as added by 2016 PA 276. HB 4179 (Rep. Aragona) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending section 2024a (MCL 500.2024a), as added by 1989 PA 68. Representative Mike Harris, Chair Dakota Soda Acting Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Prestin moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 19, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent.


evidence_text: Representative Hoadley moved to excuse Reps. Scott, Arbit, and Foreman from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Martin adjourned the meeting at 1:29 PM. Representative David Martin, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov privileges, prerogatives, and immunities of peace officers," (MCL 300.21 to 300.22) by adding section 1a.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 19, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4155, HB 4156, HB 4157, HB 4158 and HB 4159 before the committee:   HB 4155 (Rep. St. Germaine) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1278e. HB 4156 (Rep. Jaime Greene) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending sections 1278a and 1278b (MCL 380.1278a and 380.1278b), as amended by 2022 PA 105, and by adding section 1278e. HB 4157 (Rep. Jaime Greene) A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled "The state school aid act of 1979," by amending sections 11, 104, 104b, and 104c (MCL 388.1611, 388.1704, 388.1704b, and 388.1704c), section 11 as amended by 2024 PA 148, section 104 as amended by 2024 PA 120, section 104b as amended by 2018 PA 265, and section 104c as amended by 2021 PA 48, and by adding section 104d. HB 4158 (Rep. Thompson) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending sections Substitute (H-1) for HB 4159 was previously adopted on March 19th, 2025.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4156. The motion prevailed 7-0-4: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine and Pavlov. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Wilson, Koleszar, Weiss and Byrnes.


evidence_text: Representative DeBoer moved to report out HB 4155 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-1-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine and Pavlov. Nays: Rep. Weiss. Pass: Reps. Wilson, Koleszar and Byrnes. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4156, but did not wish to speak: Dawn Crandall, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to report out HB 4156 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 6-4-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine and Pavlov. Nays: Reps. Wilson, Koleszar, Weiss and Byrnes. Pass: Rep. Paquette. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4157, HB 4158, HB 4159, but did not wish to speak: Beth DeShone, representing the GLEP Education Fund.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to report out HB 4157 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 6-4-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine and Pavlov. Nays: Reps. Wilson, Koleszar, Weiss and Byrnes. 502, 503, 522, 552, and 1279g (MCL 380.502, 380.503, 380.522, 380.552, and 380.1279g), sections 502, 522, and 552 as amended by 2023 PA 34, section 503 as amended by 2024 PA 210, and section 1279g as amended by 2016 PA 170. HB 4159 (Rep. Linting) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending section 1278 (MCL 380.1278), as amended by 2016 PA 170. Pass: Rep. Paquette.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to report out HB 4158 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 6-4-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine and Pavlov. Nays: Reps. Wilson, Koleszar, Weiss and Byrnes. Pass: Rep. Paquette.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to report out HB 4159 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-2-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine and Pavlov. Nays: Reps. Wilson and Weiss. Pass: Reps. Koleszar and Byrnes. The Chair laid HB 4222, HB 4226, HB 4227, HB 4228 and HB 4258 before the committee:


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4227. The motion prevailed 11-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine, Pavlov, Wilson, Koleszar, Weiss and Byrnes. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Schmaltz testified in support of HB 4222. Questions and discussion followed. HB 4222 (Rep. Schmaltz) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending section 1308b (MCL 380.1308b), as added by 2018 PA 436. HB 4226 (Rep. Linting) A bill to amend 1941 PA 207, entitled "Fire prevention code," by amending section 19 (MCL 29.19), as amended by 2024 PA 36. HB 4227 (Rep. Fairbairn) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1308g. HB 4228 (Rep. Glanville) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1308f. HB 4258 (Rep. Rigas) A bill to amend 2013 PA 183, entitled "Student safety act," by amending section 3 (MCL 752.913), as amended by 2020 PA 401. Representative Linting testified in support of HB 4226. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Glanville testified in support of HB 4228. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Rigas testified in support of HB 4258. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Fairbairn testified in support of HB 4227. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Breen testified on HB 4222, HB 4226, HB 4227, HB 4228, and HB 4258. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4226, but did not wish to speak: Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4227, but did not wish to speak: Dave Ladd, representing the Michigan Association of Intermediate School Administrators. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4226, HB 4228 and HB 4258, but did not wish to speak: Brian Broderick, representing the Michigan Association of Nonpublic Schools. Paul Stankewitz, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4222, HB 4226, HB 4227, HB 4228 and HB 4258, but did not wish to speak: Noah Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Psychologists. Noah Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Social Workers. There being no further business before the committee, Chair DeBoer adjourned the meeting at 11:26 AM. Representative Nancy DeBoer, Chair Matthew Carnagie Acting Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to report SB 102 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Klinefelt, Sen.(s) Wojno, Bayer, and Daley Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


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


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


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bellino to adopt the meeting minutes from February 11, 2025. 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 4:11 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink to adopt the meeting minutes from March 18, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 11:53 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Irwin to adopt the meeting minutes from March 20, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Irwin to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Senator Santana was temporarily excused from the meeting.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion, supported by Senator Santana, to adjourn the committee at 2:55 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: Representative Fox moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 25, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid a presentation by Verified Voting before the committee. C. Jay Coles, representing Verified Voting, gave a presentation on electronic voting security. Questions and discussions followed. The Chair laid HB 4136 before the committee: Mei Bowers, representing the Office of Representative Paquette, testified in support of HB 4136. Questions and discussions followed. Tom Stewart, representing Secure Democracy USA, testified in support of HB 4136. Kyle Zawacki, representing the ACLU of Michigan, testified in support of HB 4136. Melanie Macey, representing Promote the Vote, testified in support of HB 4136. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4136, but did not wish to speak:   HB 4136 (Rep. Paquette) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 43540g. Sheree Ritchie, representing Pure Integrity Michigan Elections; Stand Up Michigan; The Freedom Alliance. Erin Schor, representing the Michigan Department of State. Bill Richardson, Waterloo Township Clerk. Paula Bowman and Denise Hartsough, representing the League of Women Voters of Michigan. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Smit adjourned the meeting at 10:00 AM. Representative Rachelle Smit, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Prestin moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 25, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid the Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage Presentation before the committee. Autumn Haagsma, representing the Michigan Geological Repository for Research and Education at Western Michigan University, provided a presentation on Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage. Bob Mannes, representing the Core Energy, provided a presentation on Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage. Questions and discussions followed. The Chair laid HB 4007 and HB 4283 before the committee:   HB 4007 (Rep. Bohnak) A bill to amend 2008 PA 295, entitled "Clean and renewable energy and energy waste reduction act," by amending section 3 (MCL 460.1003), as amended by 2023 PA 235. HB 4283 (Rep. Prestin) A bill to amend 2008 PA 295, entitled "Clean and renewable energy and energy waste reduction act," by amending sections 28, 29, and 32 (MCL 460.1028, 460.1029, and 460.1032), sections 28 and 29 as amended and section 32 as added by 2023 PA 235, and by adding section 34. Nichole Keway Biber, representing Clean Water Action, testified in opposition to HB 4007 and HB 4283. Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters, testified in opposition to HB 4007 and HB 4283. Questions and discussions followed. Jane Fitkin, representing Citizens for a Safe and Clean Lake Superior, testified in opposition to HB 4007 and HB 4283. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4007 and HB 4283, but did not wish to speak: Jason Hayes, representing the Mackinac Center. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4007 and HB 4283, but did not wish to speak: Carlee Knott, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. Sean McBrearty, representing Clean Water Action. Derrell Slaughter, representing the Natural Resources Defense Council. Kathleen Slonager, representing the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America- Michigan Chapter. Alexis Blizman, representing the Ecology Center. Denise Keele, representing the Michigan Climate Action Network. Paula Bowman and Denise Hartsough, representing the League of Women Voters of Michigan. Representative Brixie offered the following amendments to HB 4283: 1. Amend page 10, line 1, after "Sec. 34." by striking out "Electricity generated" and inserting "(1) Subject to subsection (2), electric providers that generate electricity". 2. Amend page 10, line 4, after "2024," by striking out "may be utilized to comply with" and inserting "are not subject to". 3. Amend page 10, line 5, after "standards" by striking out "and" and inserting "or". 4. Amend page 10, following line 5, by inserting: "(2) An energy provider described in subsection (1) whose rates are regulated by the commission shall submit an amended renewable energy plan as required under section 22. (3) Subsection (1) does not apply after the end of the Midcontinent Independent System Operator planning year ending in 2050.".


evidence_text: Representative Prestin moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4283. The motion prevailed 15-0- 1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wendzel, Prestin, Martin, BeGole, DeBoer, Schmaltz, Thompson, Fairbairn, Frisbie, Linting, Tate, Brixie, Liberati, Andrews and Herzberg. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Myers-Phillips.


evidence_text: Representative Martin moved to report HB 4283, as amended, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 12-1-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wendzel, Prestin, Martin, BeGole, DeBoer, Schmaltz, Thompson, Fairbairn, Frisbie, Linting, Tate and Liberati. Nays: Rep. Brixie. Pass: Reps. Andrews, Herzberg and Myers-Phillips. Representative Brixie offered the following amendment to HB 4007: 1. Amend page 4 line 8 by striking out all of subparagraph (iv) and renumbering the remaining subparagraph.


evidence_text: Representative BeGole moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4007. The motion did not prevail 6-10-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tate, Brixie, Liberati, Andrews, Herzberg and Myers-Phillips. Nays: Reps. Wendzel, Prestin, Martin, BeGole, DeBoer, Schmaltz, Thompson, Fairbairn, Frisbie and Linting. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to report out HB 4007 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 12-2-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wendzel, Prestin, Martin, BeGole, DeBoer, Schmaltz, Thompson, Fairbairn, Frisbie, Linting, Tate and Liberati. Nays: Reps. Brixie and Myers-Phillips. Pass: Reps. Andrews and Herzberg.


evidence_text: Representative Schmaltz moved to excuse Representative Coffia from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Wendzel adjourned the meeting at 10:06 AM. Representative Pauline Wendzel, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Johnsen moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 25, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. Sarah Lewakowski, MA, gave a presentation on Mosaic Counseling. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 4215, HB 4216 and HB 4217 before the committee:   HB 4215 (Rep. Paquette) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending section 1035 (MCL 600.1035), as added by 2016 PA 93. HB 4216 (Rep. Paquette) A bill to amend 1939 PA 288, entitled "Probate code of 1939," by amending section 60 of chapter X (MCL 710.60), as amended by 2006 PA 352. HB 4217 (Rep. Paquette) A bill to amend 1970 PA 91, entitled "Child custody act of 1970," by amending sections 2, 7, and 7b (MCL 722.22, 722.27, and 722.27b), section 2 as amended by 2015 PA 51, section 7 as amended by 2015 PA 52, and section 7b as amended by 2009 PA 237. Mei Bowers, representing the Office of Representative Paquette, testified in support of HB 4215, HB 4216 and HB 4217. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4215, HB 4216 and HB 4217, but did not wish to speak: Nicole Rodriguez, representing the Family Law Section. Megan Reynolds, representing the Michigan Poverty Law Program. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Schmaltz adjourned the meeting at 1:03 PM. Representative Kathy Schmaltz, Chair Keith Feldpausch Committee Clerk kfeldpausch@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Young moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 11, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4079 and HB 4080 before the committee:   HB 4079 (Rep. Schuette) A bill to amend 1976 PA 225, entitled "An act to defer the collection of special assessments on homestead properties; to provide for conditions of eligibility for such a deferment; to prescribe the powers and duties of the department of treasury, local assessing officers, and local collecting officers; to provide for the advancement of moneys by the state to indemnify special assessment districts for losses from deferment of collections; to provide for the advancement of money by the state to an owner for the repayment of loans used by the owner to pay special assessments; to provide for the collection of deferred special assessments and interest thereon, and the disposition of these collections; to make an appropriation; and to prescribe penalties," by amending sections 3 and 4 (MCL 211.763 and 211.764), as amended by 1980 PA 403.


evidence_text: Representative Schuette moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4079. The motion prevailed 13- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona, Schuette, Hoskins, Neeley, Breen and Young. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Schuette moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4080. The motion prevailed 13- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona, Schuette, Hoskins, Neeley, Breen and Young. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Schuette answered questions from the committee about HB 4079.


evidence_text: Representative Schuette moved to report out HB 4079 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 12-1-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona, Schuette, Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley and Breen. Nays: Rep. Lightner. Pass: Rep. Young. HB 4080 (Rep. Hoadley) A bill to amend 1976 PA 225, entitled "An act to defer the collection of special assessments on homestead properties; to provide for conditions of eligibility for such a deferment; to prescribe the powers and duties of the department of treasury, local assessing officers, and local collecting officers; to provide for the advancement of moneys by the state to indemnify special assessment districts for losses from deferment of collections; to provide for the advancement of money by the state to an owner for the repayment of loans used by the owner to pay special assessments; to provide for the collection of deferred special assessments and interest thereon, and the disposition of these collections; to make an appropriation; and to prescribe penalties," by amending sections 1 and 2 (MCL 211.761 and 211.762), section 2 as amended by 2020 PA 331.


evidence_text: Representative Schuette moved to report out HB 4080 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 12-1-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona, Schuette, Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley and Breen. Nays: Rep. Lightner. Pass: Rep. Young. The Chair laid HB 4119 and HB 4120 before the committee: The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4119 and HB 4120, but did not wish to speak: Brian Shoaf, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber. Fred Schaible, representing Western Michigan University - College of Aviation.


evidence_text: Representative Frisbie moved to report out HB 4119 with recommendation. At 10:45 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:50 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Representative Frisbie moved to clear the vote. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.


evidence_text: Representative Frisbie moved to withdraw the motion to report out HB 4119 with recommendation. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4201 before the committee: Representative Schmaltz testified in support of HB 4201. Questions and discussions followed.


evidence_text: Representative Neeley moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4201. The motion did not prevail 5-9-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL HB 4119 (Rep. Frisbie) A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General sales tax act," by amending section 4x (MCL 205.54x), as amended by 2009 PA 53. HB 4120 (Rep. Andrews) A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act," by amending section 4k (MCL 205.94k), as amended by 2012 PA 429. HB 4201 (Rep. Schmaltz) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," by amending section 30 (MCL 206.30), as amended by 2023 PA 4. Yeas: Reps. Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley, Breen and Young. Nays: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona and Schuette. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Schuette moved to excuse Representative Paiz from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Tisdel adjourned the meeting at 10:57 AM. Representative Mark Tisdel, Chair Hazel Campbell-Crawley Committee Clerk hcrawley@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Herzberg moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 18, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4137 before the committee: Representative Slagh testified in support of HB 4137. Questions and discussions followed. John LaMacchia, representing the Michigan Municipal League, testified in support of HB 4137. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4137, but did not wish to speak: Brian Dissette, representing Berrien County. Mariah Walton, representing the City of Ann Arbor. Todd Scott, representing the Detroit Greenways Coalition. Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association. The Chair laid HB 4084 before the committee:   HB 4137 (Rep. Slagh) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 628 (MCL 257.628), as amended by 2024 PA 33. HB 4084 (Rep. Robinson) A bill to amend 1951 PA 51, entitled "An act to provide for the classification of all public roads, streets, and highways in this state, and for the revision of that classification and for additions to and deletions from each classification; to set up and establish the Michigan transportation fund; to provide for the deposits in the Michigan transportation fund of specific taxes on motor vehicles and motor vehicle fuels; to provide for the allocation of funds from the Michigan transportation fund and the use and administration of the fund for transportation purposes; to promote safe and efficient travel for motor vehicle drivers, bicyclists, pedestrians, and other legal users of roads, streets, and highways; to set up and establish the truck safety fund; to provide for the allocation of funds from the truck safety fund and administration of the fund for truck safety purposes; to set up and establish the Michigan truck safety commission; to establish certain standards for road contracts for certain businesses; to provide for the continuing review of transportation needs within the state; to authorize the state transportation commission, counties, cities, and villages to borrow money, issue bonds, and make pledges of funds for transportation purposes; to authorize counties to advance funds for the payment of deficiencies necessary for the payment of bonds issued under this act; to provide for the limitations, payment, retirement, and security of the bonds and pledges; to provide for appropriations and tax levies by counties and townships for county roads; to authorize contributions by townships for county roads; to provide for the establishment and administration of the state trunk line fund, local bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds; to provide for the deposits in the state trunk line fund, critical bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds of money raised by specific taxes and fees; to provide for definitions of public transportation functions and criteria; to define the purposes for which Michigan transportation funds may be allocated; to provide for Michigan transportation fund grants; to provide for Representative Robinson testified in support of HB 4084. Questions and discussions followed. Loraine Scussel, representing herself, testified in support of HB 4084. Questions and discussions followed. Fred Eckhout, representing himself, testified in support of HB 4084. Tom Miller, representing himself, testified in support of HB 4084. Susan Bologna, representing herself, testified in support of HB 4084. Questions and discussions followed. Aloke Dutta, representing himself, testified in support of HB 4084. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4084, but did not wish to speak: John Lamacchia, representing the Michigan Municipal League. Bryce Webster, representing Senator Webber. The Chair laid SB 71 before the committee: Senator Damoose testified in support of SB 71. Questions and discussions followed. Kim Nowack, representing the Mackinac Bridge Authority, testified in support of SB 71. Questions and discussions followed. review and approval of transportation programs; to provide for submission of annual legislative requests and reports; to provide for the establishment and functions of certain advisory entities; to provide for conditions for grants; to provide for the issuance of bonds and notes for transportation purposes; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials; to provide for the making of loans for transportation purposes by the state transportation department and for the receipt and repayment by local units and agencies of those loans from certain specified sources; to investigate and study the tolling of roads, streets, highways, or bridges; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," (MCL 247.651 to 247.675) by adding section 14b. SB 71 (Sen. Damoose) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 552c (MCL 750.552c), as added by 2005 PA 305. Max Aulbach, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation, testified in support of SB 71. Questions and discussions followed.


evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to excuse Representative Grant from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Outman adjourned the meeting at 12:57 PM. Representative Pat Outman, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov