evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to adopt the McCann amendment #3 to SB 687. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair McCann, Sen.(s) McDonald Rivet, Singh, Bayer, Shink, Hertel, Camilleri, Chang, and Polehanki Nays: Sen.(s) Lauwers, Damoose, Outman, Hauck, and Bellino The motion prevailed and the amendment was adopted.


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evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to adopt the McCann amendment #4 to SB 687. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair McCann, Sen.(s) McDonald Rivet, Singh, Bayer, Shink, Hertel, Camilleri, Chang, Polehanki, Lauwers, Damoose, Outman, Hauck, and Bellino Nays: None The motion prevailed and the amendment was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to report SB 687, as amended, as a clean substitute, to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair McCann, Sen.(s) McDonald Rivet, Singh, Bayer, Shink, Hertel, Camilleri, Chang, Polehanki, Lauwers, Damoose, and Hauck Nays: Sen.(s) Outman and Bellino The motion prevailed and the amendment was adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:49 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana, supported by Sen. Irwin, to adopt the meeting minutes from February 29, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: Representative Shannon moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 5, 2024. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair and Representative Shannon made opening remarks. The Chair laid a series of presentations on the school counselor and school psychologist shortage in Michigan before the committee. David Meengs, Chief Academic Officer for Warren Consolidated Schools, gave an overview presentation on the school counselor and psychologist shortage. Questions and discussion followed. Lauren Mangus, representing the Michigan Association of School Psychologists, Terri Tchorzynski, representing the Michigan School Counselor Association, and Diana Wheatley, representing the Michigan Association of School Social Workers, gave a presentation together on the shortage of school counselors and psychologists in Michigan. Questions and discussion followed. Todd Distelrath, Principal of Chippewa Valley High School, gave a presentation on the shortage of school counselors and psychologists. Questions and discussion followed. Dr. Sheryl Kennedy, representing the Michigan Department of Education, gave a presentation of the shortage of school counselors and psychologists.


evidence_text: Representative Churches moved to excuse Representatives Markkanen and Paquette from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Koleszar adjourned the meeting at 7:00 PM. Representative Matt Koleszar, Chair Legan Rose Committee Clerk LRose@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Andrews moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 5, 2024. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5124, HB 5125 and HB 5126 before the committee: HB 5124 (Rep. Bollin) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 7401 (MCL 333.7401), as amended by 2016 PA 548. HB 5125 (Rep. Lightner) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 1 of chapter XI (MCL 771.1), as amended by 2019 PA 165. HB 5126 (Rep. Witwer) 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. Representative Lightner and Representative Bollin testified together in support of HB 5124, HB 5125 and HB 5126. Questions and discussion followed. Jerry Jarzynka, Jackson County Prosecutor, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan, testified in support of HB 5124, HB 5125 and HB 5126. Questions and discussion followed. Julie Risner, representing herself, testified in support of HB 5124, HB 5125 and HB 5126. Mike Hirst, representing himself, testified in support of HB 5124, HB 5125 and HB 5126. The Chair laid HB 5271 before the committee: HB 5271 (Rep. Hope) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 16 of chapter X (MCL 770.16), as amended by 2015 PA 229.


evidence_text: Representative Breen moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5271. The motion prevailed 8-0- 5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hope, Andrews, Tyrone Carter, Breen, Young, Arbit, Dievendorf, Tsernoglou. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Bezotte, Harris, BeGole.


evidence_text: Representative Tyrone Carter moved to report out HB 5271 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hope, Andrews, Tyrone Carter, Breen, Young, Arbit, Dievendorf, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Filler, Bezotte, Harris. Pass: Reps. Mueller, BeGole. The Chair laid HB 5431 before the committee: HB 5431 (Rep. Andrews) A bill to amend 2016 PA 343, entitled "Wrongful imprisonment compensation act," by amending sections 2, 4, 5, and 7 (MCL 691.1752, 691.1754, 691.1755, and 691.1757), section 7 as amended by 2020 PA 43.


evidence_text: Representative Young moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5431. The motion prevailed 8- 1-4: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hope, Andrews, Tyrone Carter, Breen, Young, Arbit, Dievendorf, Tsernoglou. Nays: Rep. Mueller. Pass: Reps. Filler, Bezotte, Harris, BeGole.


evidence_text: Representative Andrews moved to report out HB 5431 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hope, Andrews, Tyrone Carter, Breen, Young, Arbit, Dievendorf, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Mueller, Bezotte, Harris. Pass: Reps. Filler, BeGole. The Chair laid HB 5182 and HB 5183 before the committee: HB 5182 (Rep. Mentzer) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 116 (MCL 750.116). HB 5183 (Rep. Farhat) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 16f of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16f), as amended by 2000 PA 498. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5182 and HB 5183, but did not wish to speak: Matt Saxton, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association. Barb Farrah with GCSI, representing the City of Detroit and Detroit Police Department.


evidence_text: Representative Arbit moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5182. The motion prevailed 13- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hope, Andrews, Tyrone Carter, Breen, Young, Arbit, Dievendorf, Tsernoglou, Filler, Mueller, Bezotte, Harris, BeGole. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Dievendorf moved to report out HB 5182 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hope, Andrews, Tyrone Carter, Breen, Young, Arbit, Dievendorf, Tsernoglou, Filler, Mueller, Bezotte, Harris, BeGole. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Tsernoglou moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5183. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hope, Andrews, Tyrone Carter, Breen, Young, Arbit, Dievendorf, Tsernoglou, Filler, Mueller, Bezotte, Harris, BeGole. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Andrews moved to report out HB 5183 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hope, Andrews, Tyrone Carter, Breen, Young, Arbit, Dievendorf, Tsernoglou, Filler, Mueller, Bezotte, Harris, BeGole. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hope adjourned the meeting at 9:55 AM. Representative Kara Hope, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Churches moved to adopt the proposed Committee rules. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches, Smit, DeBoyer. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative DeBoyer moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 31, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5550 and HB 5551 before the committee: HB 5550 (Rep. Tsernoglou) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 951a and 952 (MCL 168.951a and 168.952), as amended by 2018 PA 190. HB 5551 (Rep. Arbit) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 22c and 24b (MCL 168.22c and 168.24b), section 22c as added by 1995 PA 261. Representative Arbit testified in support of HB 5551. Questions and discussion followed. Kim Murphy-Kovalick, representing Voters Not Politicians, testified in support of HB 5551. Erin Schor, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified in support of HB 5551. At 10:44 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:44 AM, Majority Vice Chair Wegela called the committee back to order. Representative Tsernoglou, Erin Schor, and Adam Fracassi, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified in support of HB 5550. Questions and discussion followed. At 11:08 AM, Majority Vice Chair Wegela laid the committee at ease. At 11:08 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5550 and HB 5551, but did not wish to speak: Sheri Ritchie, representing the Pire Integrity Michigan Elections, Michigan Fair Elections, Stand Up Michigan, The Freedom Alliance, and Mid-Michigan Women for Conservative Values. The Chair laid HB 5146 before the committee: HB 5146 (Rep. Schmaltz) A bill to create a hyperbaric oxygen therapy treatment grant program and pilot program for providing treatment to veterans with traumatic brain injuries or post-traumatic stress disorder; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to require the promulgation of rules; and to create certain funds.


evidence_text: Representative Byrnes moved to report out HB 5146 with the recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Military, Veterans and Homeland Security. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches, Smit, DeBoyer. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Tsernoglou adjourned the meeting at 11:09 AM. Representative Penelope Tsernoglou, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Liberati moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 5, 2024. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5527 and HB 5528 before the committee: HB 5527 (Rep. Fitzgerald) A bill to amend 1941 PA 207, entitled "Fire prevention code," by amending section 19 (MCL 29.19), as amended by 2014 PA 481, and by adding section 19b. HB 5528 (Rep. Tyrone Carter) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1319. Representative Fitzgerald testified in support of HB 5527, (H-2), HB 5528 and (H-1). The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5527 and HB 5528, but did not wish to speak: Dr. Sheryl Kennedy, representing the Michigan Department of Education -- with MDHHS edits.


evidence_text: Representative Neeley moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5527. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tyrone Carter, Liberati, Neeley, Scott, Young, Grant, McFall, Snyder, Wilson, Mueller, Filler, Wendzel, Aragona, Bierlein, Neyer. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Young moved to report out HB 5527 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 2). The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tyrone Carter, Liberati, Neeley, Scott, Young, Grant, McFall, Snyder, Wilson, Mueller, Filler, Wendzel, Aragona, Bierlein, Neyer. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative McFall moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5528. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tyrone Carter, Liberati, Neeley, Scott, Young, Grant, McFall, Snyder, Wilson, Mueller, Filler, Wendzel, Aragona, Bierlein, Neyer. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Grant moved to report out HB 5528 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 1). The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tyrone Carter, Liberati, Neeley, Scott, Young, Grant, McFall, Snyder, Wilson, Mueller, Filler, Wendzel, Aragona, Bierlein, Neyer. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5529 before the committee: HB 5529 (Rep. Tyrone Carter) A bill to amend 2018 IL 1, entitled "Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act," by amending section 7 (MCL 333.27957), as amended by 2023 PA 166.


evidence_text: Representative Filler moved to report out HB 5529 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tyrone Carter, Liberati, Neeley, Scott, Young, Grant, McFall, Snyder, Wilson, Mueller, Filler, Wendzel, Aragona, Bierlein, Neyer. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5421 before the committee: HB 5421 (Rep. Rogers) A bill to amend 1976 IL 1, entitled "A petition to initiate legislation to provide for the use of returnable containers for soft drinks, soda water, carbonated natural or mineral water, other nonalcoholic carbonated drink, and for beer, ale, or other malt drink of whatever alcoholic content, and for certain other beverage containers; to provide for the use of unredeemed bottle deposits; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies," by amending section 2 (MCL 445.572), as amended by 1998 PA 473. Representative Rogers testified in support of HB 5421. At 10:53 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:54 PM, Majority Vice Chair Liberati called the committee back to order. Tom Emmerich and Nick testified in support of Questions and discussion followed. Susan Collins testified in support of Jerry Griffen testified in opposition to Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5421, but did not wish to speak: Chuck Riegle, representing the TOMRA. Amy Drumm, representing the Michigan Retailers Association. Conan Smith, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. There being no further business before the committee, Majority Vice Chair Liberati adjourned the meeting at 11:15 AM. Representative Tyrone Carter, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: April 23, 2024


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to adopt the meeting minutes from February 20, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 285. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Polehanki, Sen.(s) Geiss, Chang, Camilleri, McDonald Rivet, Damoose, and Johnson. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McDonald Rivet to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 744. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Polehanki, Sen.(s) Geiss, Chang, McDonald Rivet, Damoose, and Johnson. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:16 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead to adopt the meeting minutes from February 27, 2024. 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 3:47 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Hertel, supported by Sen. Polehanki, to adopt the meeting minutes from March 5, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: Representative Neeley moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 6, 2024. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 366 before the committee: SB 366 (Sen. McCann) A bill to amend 1969 PA 165, entitled "An act to authorize the public service commission to establish and enforce gas safety standards; and to provide penalties for violations thereof," by amending section 11 (MCL 483.161), as amended by 1992 PA 11. Senator McCann testified in support of SB 366. Questions and discussion followed. Dan Scripps, chair of the Michigan Public Service Commission; Reka Holley-Voelker; governmental liaison for the Michigan Public Service Commission; and David Chislea, director of the Gas Safety and Operations Division at the Michigan Public Service Commission, testified in support of SB 366 and gave a power point. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Andrews moved to excuse Representatives Whitsett and Aragona from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Scott adjourned the meeting at 9:23 AM. Representative Helena Scott, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Churches moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 29, 2024. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid a presentation from the Michigan Campaign Finance Network before the Committee. Nick Pigeon, Executive Director of the Michigan Campaign Finance Network, gave a presentation. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Byrnes adjourned the meeting at 4:04 PM. Representative Erin Byrnes, Chair Nick Gewirtz Acting Committee Clerk ngewirtz@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative McFall moved to adopt the proposed Committee rules. The motion prevailed 5-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Liberati, Pohutsky, McFall, Posthumus, Greene. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid SB 249 before the committee: SB 249 (Sen. Hertel) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 20904, 20912, 20950, 20952, and 20954 (MCL 333.20904, 333.20912, 333.20950, 333.20952, and 333.20954), sections 20904, 20912, and 20954 as amended by 2000 PA 375, section 20950 as amended by 2021 PA 25, and section 20952 as added by 1990 PA 179. Senator Hertel testified in support of SB 249. Questions and discussion followed. Matthew Sahr and Montgomery Nye, both representing the Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union, testified in support of SB 249. Representative Prestin testified in support of SB 249. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 249, but did not wish to speak: Stephanie Johnson, representing the Michigan Association of Fire Chiefs. Angela Madden, representing the Michigan Association of Ambulance Services. Terry Chesney, representing the Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union. The following person submitted a card in opposition to SB 249, but did not wish to speak: Christy Snitgen, representing the Michigan College of Emergency Physicians. The Chair laid HB 4927 before the committee: HB 4927 (Rep. Arbit) A bill to designate the month of April of each year as Chaldean and Assyrian Heritage Month. Representative Arbit explained the proposed substitute (H-4) for HB 4927.


evidence_text: Representative Pohutsky moved to adopt substitute (H-4) to HB 4927. The motion prevailed 5-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Liberati, Pohutsky, McFall, Posthumus, Greene. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative McFall moved to report out HB 4927 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 4). The motion prevailed 5-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Liberati, Pohutsky, McFall, Posthumus, Greene. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative McFall moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 7, 2024. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Liberati adjourned the meeting at 12:26 PM. Representative Tullio Liberati, Chair Legan Rose Committee Clerk LRose@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Edwards moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 6, 2024. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5392 and HB 5534 before the committee: HB 5392 (Rep. Lightner) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 1k of chapter IX (MCL 769.1k), as amended by 2022 PA 199. HB 5534 (Rep. Breen) A bill to require the supreme court to analyze certain trial court costs and revenue sources; and to develop legislative proposals to change trial court funding. Trevor VanDyke, representing the State Court Administrative Office, testified in support of HB 5392 and HB 5534. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5392 and HB 5534, but did not wish to speak: Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association. Samantha Gibson, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5534, but did not wish to speak: Herasanna Richards, representing the Michigan Municipal League.


evidence_text: Representative Tyrone Carter moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5392. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou, Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Fink offered the following amendment to HB 5392: 1. Amend page 4, line 10 by striking out all of enacting section 1.


evidence_text: Representative Fink moved to adopt the amendment to HB 5392. The motion did not prevail 5-8-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to report out HB 5392 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou, Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Arbit moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5534. The motion prevailed 13- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou, Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Tsernoglou moved to report out HB 5534 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Breen adjourned the meeting at 10:54 AM. Representative Kelly Breen, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Farhat moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 6, 2024. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5394 before the committee: HB 5394 (Rep. Neeley) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 10120 (MCL 333.10120), as amended by 2023 PA 101. At 12:04 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 12:05 PM, Majority Vice Chair Farhat called the committee back to order. Representative Neeley testified in support of HB 5394. Questions and discussion followed. At 12:09 PM, Majority Vice Chair Farhat laid the committee at ease. At 12:09 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Representative Price testified in support of HB 5394. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5394, but did not wish to speak: Melissa Horste, representing the Michigan Secretary of State. Patrick Wells-O'Brien, representing Gift of Life Michigan.


evidence_text: Representative Grant moved to excuse Representative Whitsett from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neeley adjourned the meeting at 12:11 PM. Representative Cynthia Neeley, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McMorrow to adopt the meeting minutes from March 6, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McMorrow to report SB 728 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Singh, Sen.(s) McMorrow, Geiss, and Polehanki. Nays: Sen.(s) Lindsey. Pass: Sen.(s) McBroom. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 669. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Singh, Sen.(s) McMorrow, Geiss, Polehanki, McBroom, and Lindsey. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 670. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Singh, Sen.(s) McMorrow, Geiss, Polehanki, McBroom, and Lindsey. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to report the (S-1) version of SB 669 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Singh, Sen.(s) McMorrow, Geiss, Polehanki, and McBroom. Nays: None Pass: Sen.(s) Lindsey. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to report the (S-1) version of SB 670 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Singh, Sen.(s) McMorrow, Geiss, Polehanki, and McBroom. Nays: None Pass: Sen.(s) 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 9:30 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McCann to adopt the meeting minutes from March 6, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Irwin to adopt the (S-5) version of SB 237. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Cavanagh, Sen.(s) Irwin, McCann, Bayer, Camilleri, Huizenga, Theis, and Daley. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-5) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Huizenga to report the (S-5) version of SB 237 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Cavanagh, Sen.(s) Irwin, McCann, Camilleri, Huizenga, and Daley. Nays: Sen.(s) Theis. Pass: Sen.(s) Bayer. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Camilleri to report SB 238 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Cavanagh, Sen.(s) Irwin, McCann, Camilleri, Huizenga, and Daley. Nays: Sen.(s) Theis. Pass: Sen.(s) Bayer. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Camilleri to report HB 4905 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Cavanagh, Sen.(s) Irwin, McCann, Camilleri, Huizenga, and Daley. Nays: Sen.(s) Theis. Pass: Sen.(s) Bayer. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McCann to adopt the (S-3) version of HB 4906. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Cavanagh, Sen.(s) Irwin, McCann, Bayer, Camilleri, Huizenga, Theis, and Daley. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-3) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to report the (S-3) version of HB 4906 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Cavanagh, Sen.(s) Irwin, McCann, Camilleri, Huizenga, and Daley. Nays: Sen.(s) Theis. Pass: Sen.(s) Bayer. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:40 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to adopt the meeting minutes from February 28, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to adopt the (S-3) version of SB 633. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-3) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 635. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 636. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cherry to adopt the (S-2) version of SB 637. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None Pass: Sen. Santana The motion prevailed and the (S-2) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cherry to report the (S-3) version of SB 633 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, and Geiss Nays: Sen.(s) Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cherry to report SB 634 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, and Geiss Nays: Sen.(s) Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to report the (S-1) version of SB 635 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, and Geiss Nays: Sen.(s) Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to report the (S-1) version of SB 636 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, and Geiss Nays: Sen.(s) Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Pass: Sen. Santana The motion failed and the bill was not reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to reconsider the vote by which the (S-1) version of SB 636 was reported. Without objection, the vote was reconsidered.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to report SB 638 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, and Geiss Nays: Sen.(s) Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to report the (S-1) version of SB 636 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, and Geiss Nays: Sen.(s) Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to report the (S-2) version of SB 637 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, and Geiss Nays: Sen.(s) Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to adopt the (S-4) version of HB 4579. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-4) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to adopt the (S-2) version of HB 4131. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-2) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cherry to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 4213. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to report the (S-4) version of HB 4579 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to report HB 4580 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to report the (S-2) version of HB 4131 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to report the (S-1) version of HB 4213 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Webber to report HB 4101 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:35 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to adopt the meeting minutes from February 21, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 603. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Wojno, Santana, McMorrow, Chang, and McBroom. Nays: None Pass: Sen.(s) Johnson. The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 604. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Wojno, Santana, McMorrow, Chang, and McBroom. Nays: None Pass: Sen.(s) Johnson. The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:35 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bayer, supported by Sen. Bayer, to adopt the meeting minutes from March 6, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Polehanki to adopt the meeting minutes from February 29, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Hauck to report SB 546 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Polehanki, McCann, Wojno, Santana, Hertel, Hauck, Webber, Lauwers, and Bellino. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Hauck to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 789. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Polehanki, McCann, Wojno, Santana, Hertel, Hauck, Webber, Lauwers, and Bellino. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Hauck to report the (S-1) version of SB 789 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Polehanki, McCann, Wojno, Santana, Hertel, Hauck, Webber, Lauwers, and Bellino. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Polehanki to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 702. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Polehanki, McCann, Wojno, Santana, Hertel, Hauck, Webber, Lauwers, and Bellino. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Hertel to report the (S-1) version of SB 702 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Polehanki, McCann, Wojno, Santana, Hertel, Hauck, Webber, Lauwers, and Bellino. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:11 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink to adopt the meeting minutes from March 7, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Runestad to adopt the Runestad amendment #1 to HB 5207. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Sen.(s) Runestad and Johnson Nays: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin and Santana The motion prevailed and the amendment was not adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Runestad to adopt the Runestad amendment #2 to HB 5207. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Sen.(s) Runestad and Johnson Nays: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin and Santana The motion prevailed and the amendment was not adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Runestad to adopt the Runestad amendment #3 to HB 5207. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Sen.(s) Runestad and Johnson Nays: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin and Santana The motion prevailed and the amendment was not adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to adopt the Johnson amendment #1 to HB 5207. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Sen.(s) Runestad and Johnson Nays: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin and Santana The motion prevailed and the amendment was not adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to adopt the Johnson amendment #2 to HB 5207. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Sen.(s) Runestad and Johnson Nays: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin and Santana The motion prevailed and the amendment was not adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Irwin to report HB 5207 to the floor with recommendation that is 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. Santana to report HB 5208 to the floor with recommendation that is 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. Shink to report HB 5209 to the floor with recommendation that is 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. Wojno to report HB 5210 to the floor with recommendation that is 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 HB 5211 to the floor with recommendation that is 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. Santana to report HB 5212 to the floor with recommendation that is 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. Shink to report HB 5213 to the floor with recommendation that is 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. Wojno to report HB 5214 to the floor with recommendation that is 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 HB 5215 to the floor with recommendation that is 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 moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:01 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McDonald Rivet to adopt the meeting minutes from March 7, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McDonald Rivet to report SB 504 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair McCann, Sen.(s) McDonald Rivet, Singh, Shink, Hertel, Camilleri, Polehanki, Lauwers, Damoose, Outman, Hauck, and Bellino Nays: None Pass: Sen.(s) Bayer and Chang The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:50 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana, supported by Sen. Irwin, to adopt the meeting minutes from March 7, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: Representative Andrews moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 12, 2024. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4556, HB 4557, HB 4558, HB 4559 and HB 4560 before the committee: HB 4556 (Rep. Hope) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending sections 12 and 25 of chapter IX (MCL 769.12 and 769.25), section 12 as amended by 2012 PA 319 and section 25 as added by 2014 PA 22, and by adding sections 27a, 27b, 27c, 27d, 27e, 27f, 27g, and 27h to chapter IX. HB 4557 (Rep. Neeley) A bill to amend 1953 PA 232, entitled "Corrections code of 1953," by amending sections 33e and 34 (MCL 791.233e and 791.234), section 33e as amended by 2022 PA 28 and section 34 as amended by 2019 PA 14, and by adding section 34e. HB 4558 (Rep. Wilson) A bill to amend 1985 PA 87, entitled "William Van Regenmorter crime victim's rights act," by amending sections 13 and 41 (MCL 780.763 and 780.791), section 41 as amended by 2000 PA 503. HB 4559 (Rep. McKinney) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 17764 (MCL 333.17764), as amended by 2004 PA 214. HB 4560 (Rep. Aiyash) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending sections 16, 18, 200i, 204, 207, 209, 210, 211a, 227b, 316, 436, 520b, and 543f (MCL 750.16, 750.18, 750.200i, 750.204, 750.207, 750.209, 750.210, 750.211a, 750.227b, 750.316, 750.436, 750.520b, and 750.543f), sections 16, 18, 200i, 204, 207, 209, 210, 211a, 436, 520b, and 543f as amended by 2014 PA 23, section 227b as amended by 2015 PA 26, and section 316 as amended by 2022 PA 149. Representative Wilson and Representative Aiyash testified in support of HB 4556, HB 4557, HB 4558, HB 4559 and HB 4560. Questions and discussion followed. Ronald Simpson-Bey, representing Just Leadership USA, testified in support of HB 4556, HB 4557, HB 4558, HB 4559 and HB 4560. Nabil Zebib, representing himself, testified in support of HB 4556, HB 4557, HB 4558, HB 4559 and HB 4560. Mary Lynn Stevens and Lawanda Hollister, testified together in support of HB 4556, HB 4557, HB 4558, HB 4559 and HB 4560. Alexandra Bailey, representing the Sentencing Project, testified in support of HB 4556, HB 4557, HB 4558, HB 4559 and HB 4560. Jeffrey Morenoff, representing the University of Michigan, testified in support of HB 4556, HB 4557, HB 4558, HB 4559 and HB 4560. Noah Attal, representing the Ford School, testified in support of HB 4556, HB 4557, HB 4558, HB 4559 and HB 4560. Anthony Forlini, representing himself as a former State Representative, testified with a neutral position on HB 4556, HB 4557, HB 4558, HB 4559 and HB 4560. Questions and discussion followed. Nazgol Ghandnoosh, representing the Sentencing Project, testified in support of HB 4556, HB 4557, HB 4558, HB 4559 and HB 4560. Dr. Robert Kinscherff, representing the Center for Law, Brain, and Behavior, testified in support of HB 4556, HB 4557, HB 4558, HB 4559 and HB 4560. Jeff Getting, Kalamazoo Prosecutor, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan, testified in opposition to HB 4556, HB 4557, HB 4558, HB 4559 and HB 4560. Questions and discussion followed. Chief Dave Kirk, representing the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police, testified in opposition to HB 4556, HB 4557, HB 4558, HB 4559 and HB 4560. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4556, HB 4557, HB 4558, HB 4559 and HB 4560, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Carol A. Siemon, former elected prosecutor. Paula Kensu, representing Proving Innocence. Derrick Jackson, Washtenaw County Sheriff. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4556, HB 4557, HB 4558, HB 4559 and HB 4560, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Heath B. Lowry, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence. Jane O'Shea, representing herself. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4556, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Avacely Hernandez, representing Rolando Hernandez. Cheryl Burke, representing the United Church of Christ. Kenan Kabbani, representing the Ford School. Gry Helen Nygard, representing themself. Vivian Hunter, representing herself. LuAnne Finn Szenay, representing herself. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4556, HB 4557, HB 4558, HB 4559 and HB 4560, but did not wish to speak: Charmie Gholson, representing the Citizens for Prison Reform. Rachel Richards, Fiscal Policy & Government Relations Director, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Carol Jacobsen, Professor at The University of Michigan, representing the Penny W. Stamps School of Art & Design, Women & Gender Studies, Law School. State Senator Paul Wojno. John Cooper, representing Safe and Just Michigan. Jazmine Wells, representing Safe and Just Michigan. Ronnie Waters, representing Safe and Just Michigan. Jessica Zimbelman, representing the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan. Jessica Zimbleman, representing the State Appellate Defender Office. Tony Gant, representing Nation Outside. Joe Haveman, representing Hope Network. Audrey Anderson, representing the National Lifers of America. Jana Mathieu, representing the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan. Shawanna Vaughn, representing Silent Cry Inc. Leah Bacon, representing the Center for Employment Opportunities. Bonnie Zabel, representing the People of Action Coalition and VAAC. Ricardo Ferrell, representing Justice and Fairness. Chuck Warpehoshi, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Mass Incarceration. Pete Martel, representing AFSC. Allison Hanley, representing AFSC. Willa and Natalie Holbrook, representing AFSC. Cozine Welch, representing AFSC. Ken Tello, representing Nation Outside. Kay Perry, representing MI-CURE. Liz Black, representing ACLU of Michigan. Gregory Wines, representing himself. Cherie Price, representing Michael Edgerton. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4556, HB 4557, HB 4558, HB 4559 and HB 4560, but did not wish to speak: David Guenthner, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Angela M. Povilaitis, J.D., representing the Michigan Domestic & Sexual Violence Prevention & Treatment Board. Matt Saxton, Executive Director, of the Michigan Sheriffs' Association. Aaron Van Langevelde, representing the Michigan Department of Attorney General. Kym Worthy, Wayne County Prosecutor. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4556, but did not wish to speak: Judy Karandjeff, representing the League of Women Voters of Michigan. Claudia McLeen, representing herself. Beverly Combs, representing herself. Rashida Morgan, representing Cypress Lockett. Tausha, representing Abdul Alshimary. Willa Holbrook, representing herself. Jose Burgos, representing himself. Alicia Bowers, representing Jason Bowers and Brandon Edwards. Kristen Austin, representing herself. Mary Jane Neill, representing herself. Julia Blok, representing herself. Kenneth Lowman, representing himself. Maureen Hilton, representing herself.


evidence_text: Representative Tyrone Carter moved to excuse Representative Breen from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hope adjourned the meeting at 10:30 AM. Representative Kara Hope, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Wegela moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 11, 2024. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4089, HB 4092, HB 4095, HB 4096 and HB 5549 before the committee: HB 4089 (Rep. Meerman) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1308h. HB 4092 (Rep. DeBoer) A bill to amend 2018 PA 435, entitled "An act to create the office of school safety and prescribe its powers and duties; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state entities," (MCL 28.681 to 28.683) by adding section 2. HB 4095 (Rep. Young) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1308d. HB 4096 (Rep. Puri) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1308c. HB 5549 (Rep. Breen) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1308c. Representatives Breen, DeBoer and Meerman and Jake Jelsema, representing the Office of Representative DeBoer, testified in support of HBs 4089, 4092, 4095, 4096 and 5549. Questions and discussion followed. Melissa Kree, representing the Michigan Association of School Psychologists, testified in support of HBs 4089, 4092, 4095, 4096 and 5549. Questions and discussion followed. Jason Russell, representing Secure Environment Consultants, and Karen Dunholter, representing the Michigan Association of School Social Workers, testified in support of HBs 4089, 4092, 4095, 4096 and 5549. Questions and discussion followed. Ashleigh Doop, representing herself, testified in support of HBs 4089, 4092, 4095, 4096 and 5549. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4092, but did not wish to speak: Matt Saxton, representing the Michigan Sheriffs Association. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4089, HB 4095, HB 4096 and HB 5549, but did not wish to speak: Matt Saxton, representing the Michigan Sheriffs Association. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4089, HB 4092, HB 4095 and HB 4096, but did not wish to speak: Brian Broderick, representing the Michigan Association of Nonpublic Schools. Mike Latvis, representing the Wayne Regional Educational Service Agency. David Randels, representing Oakland Schools. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4089, HB 4092, HB 4095, HB 4096 and HB 5549, but did not wish to speak: Mary Pollock, representing the American Association of University Women in Michigan. Jenn Garland, representing the Michigan Parent Teacher Association. Paul Stankewitz, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference. Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals.


evidence_text: Representative Greene moved to excuse Representative Markkanen from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Koleszar adjourned the meeting at 10:24 AM. Representative Matt Koleszar, Chair Legan Rose Committee Clerk LRose@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Smit moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 12, 2024. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5550 and HB 5551 before the committee: HB 5550 (Rep. Tsernoglou) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 951a and 952 (MCL 168.951a and 168.952), as amended by 2018 PA 190. HB 5551 (Rep. Arbit) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 22c and 24b (MCL 168.22c and 168.24b), section 22c as added by 1995 PA 261. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5550 and HB 5551, but did not wish to speak: Sheree Ritchie, representing Pure Integrity Michigan Elections, Michigan Fair Elections, Stand Up Michigan, The Freedom Alliance, and Mid-Michigan Women for Conservative Values. Representative DeBoyer offered the following amendments to HB 5551: 1. Amend page 1, line 4, after "if" by striking out the balance of the subsection and inserting a comma and "within the immediately preceding 20 years, the individual was convicted of a felony involving dishonesty, deceit, fraud, or a breach of the public trust and the conviction was related to the individual's official capacity while the individual was holding any elective office or position of employment in local, state, or federal government.". 2. Amend page 2, line 5, by striking out all of subsection (4).". 3. Amend page 3, line 3, after "if" by striking out the balance of the subsection and inserting a comma and "within the immediately preceding 20 years, the individual was convicted of a felony involving dishonesty, deceit, fraud, or a breach of the public trust and the conviction was related to the individual's official capacity while the individual was holding any elective office or position of employment in local, state, or federal government.".


evidence_text: Representative DeBoyer moved to adopt the amendments to HB 5551. The motion did not prevail 2-6-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. Nays: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Smit moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5551. The motion did not prevail 2-4-2: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. Nays: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Byrnes. Pass: Reps. Koleszar, Churches.


evidence_text: Representative Wegela moved to report out HB 5550 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 6-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Nays: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to report out HB 5551 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 6-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Nays: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. Pass: None. The Chair laid before the committee the presentation from the Board of State Canvassers. Mary Ellen Gurewitz, Richard Houskamp, Jeannette Bradshaw, and Anthony Daunt, representing the Board of State Canvassers, presented to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Tsernoglou adjourned the meeting at 11:52 AM. Representative Penelope Tsernoglou, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Tyrone Carter moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 5, 2024. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5433 before the committee: HB 5433 (Rep. Snyder) A bill to create a Tricare premium reimbursement program; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities.


evidence_text: Representative Shannon moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5433. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Conlin, Tyrone Carter, Shannon, Rogers, Morgan, Wegela, Markkanen, Martin, St. Germaine. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Wegela moved to report out HB 5433 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 1). The motion prevailed 6-0-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Conlin, Tyrone Carter, Shannon, Rogers, Morgan, Wegela. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Markkanen, Martin, St. Germaine. The Chair laid SB 690 before the committee: SB 690 (Sen. Klinefelt) A bill to amend 1980 PA 523, entitled "Michigan code of military justice of 1980," by amending sections 2, 3, 6, 10, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, 26, 27, 29, 32, 34, 36, 43, 48, 52, 54, 58, 61, 65, 66, 67, 121, and 147 (MCL 32.1002, 32.1003, 32.1006, 32.1010, 32.1015, 32.1016, 32.1017, 32.1018, 32.1019, 32.1020, 32.1023, 32.1024, 32.1026, 32.1027, 32.1029, 32.1032, 32.1034, 32.1036, 32.1043, 32.1048, 32.1052, 32.1054, 32.1058, 32.1061, 32.1065, 32.1066, 32.1067, 32.1121, and 32.1147), sections 2, 3, 15, 16, 26, 27, and 29 as amended and section 121 as added by 2005 PA 186, and by adding sections 6a, 30a, 38a, 58a, 58b, 93a, 106, 106a, 112a, 120, 121a, 121b, 122, 123, 128, 131a, 131b, 131c, 132a, 134a, 134b, 134c, and 134d; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. Lieutenant Colonel Jason Evans, Military Judge for the Michigan National Guard, testified in support of SB 690. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of SB 690 and HB 5433, but did not wish to speak: Heather Feuerstein, representing the Michigan Department of Military and Veteran Affairs. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Conlin adjourned the meeting at 12:25 PM. Representative Jennifer Conlin, Chair Nicholas Gewirtz Committee Clerk ngewirtz@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to adopt the meeting minutes from March 12, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to adopt the (S-2) version of SB 285. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Polehanki, Sen.(s) Geiss, Chang, Camilleri, McDonald Rivet, Damoose, and Johnson. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-2) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to report the (S-2) version of SB 285 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Polehanki, Sen.(s) Geiss, Chang, Camilleri, and McDonald Rivet. Nays: Sen.(s) Damoose. Pass: Sen.(s) Johnson. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McDonald Rivet to report the (S-1) version of SB 744 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Polehanki, Sen.(s) Geiss, Chang, Camilleri, McDonald Rivet, and Damoose. Nays: Sen.(s) Johnson. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 8:57 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bellino to adopt the meeting minutes from March 12, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to report SB 716 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Geiss, Sen.(s) Klinefelt, Wojno, Hertel, Chang, McCann, Bellino, McBroom, Victory, and Bumstead Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 706. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Geiss, Sen.(s) Klinefelt, Wojno, Hertel, Chang, McCann, Bellino, McBroom, Victory, and Bumstead Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to report the (S-1) version of SB 706 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Geiss, Sen.(s) Klinefelt, Wojno, Hertel, Chang, McCann, Bellino, McBroom, Victory, and Bumstead Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to report SB 799 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Geiss, Sen.(s) Klinefelt, Wojno, Hertel, Chang, McCann, Bellino, McBroom, Victory, and Bumstead Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Victory to report HB 4183 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Geiss, Sen.(s) Klinefelt, Wojno, Hertel, Chang, McCann, Bellino, McBroom, Victory, and Bumstead Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 4132. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Geiss, Sen.(s) Klinefelt, Wojno, Hertel, Chang, McCann, Bellino, and Victory Nays: Sen.(s) McBroom and Bumstead The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to report the (S-1) version of HB 4132 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Geiss, Sen.(s) Klinefelt, Wojno, Hertel, Chang, McCann, and Bellino Nays: Sen.(s) McBroom and Bumstead Pass: Sen. Victory The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to report HB 4133 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Geiss, Sen.(s) Klinefelt, Wojno, Hertel, Chang, McCann, and Bellino Nays: Sen.(s) McBroom and Bumstead Pass: Sen. Victory The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:50 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bayer to report HB 4360 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Klinefelt, Sen.(s) Moss, Bayer, Shink, Hoitenga and Daley Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:04 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Camilleri to adopt the meeting minutes from February 15, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Camilleri to adopt the (S-2) version of SB 571. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Cherry, Sen.(s) Camilleri and Cavanagh. Nays: Sen.(s) Albert. The motion prevailed and the (S-2) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cavanagh to report the (S-2) version of SB 571 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Cherry, Sen.(s) Camilleri and Cavanagh. Nays: Sen.(s) Albert. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 10:13 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to adopt the meeting minutes from March 13, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to report the (S-1) version of SB 603 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Wojno, Santana, McMorrow, and Chang. Nays: Sen.(s) Johnson and McBroom. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to report the (S-1) version of SB 604 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Wojno, Santana, McMorrow, and Chang. Nays: Sen.(s) Johnson and McBroom. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 11:12 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to adopt the meeting minutes from March 13, 2024. 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 2:24 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt, supported by Sen. Hertel, to adopt the meeting minutes from March 12, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Irwin to adopt the meeting minutes from March 14, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


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 1:00 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to adopt the meeting minutes from March 19, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead to adopt the (S-3) version of SB 682. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Geiss, Sen.(s) Klinefelt, Wojno, Hertel, Chang, McCann, Bellino, McBroom, Victory, and Bumstead Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-3) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Hertel to report the (S-3) version of SB 682 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Geiss, Sen.(s) Klinefelt, Wojno, Hertel, Chang, McCann, Victory, and Bumstead Nays: Sen.(s) Bellino and McBroom The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 4:05 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to adopt the meeting minutes from February 27, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:46 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cherry to adopt the meeting minutes from March 5, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 4:32 p.


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


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Bumstead, to adopt the committee meeting minutes from March 6, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Damoose, supported by Sen. Cherry, to adopt amendment #1 to SB 817. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Anthony, Sen.(s) McCann, McDonald Rivet, Cherry, Bayer, Santana, Shink, Irwin, Hertel, Cavanagh, Klinefelt, McMorrow, Camilleri, Bumstead, Albert, Damoose, Huizenga, and Outman Nays: None The motion prevailed and amendment was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Damoose, supported by Sen. Bayer, to adopt amendment #2 to SB 817. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Anthony, Sen.(s) McCann, McDonald Rivet, Cherry, Bayer, Santana, Shink, Irwin, Hertel, Cavanagh, Klinefelt, McMorrow, Camilleri, Bumstead, Albert, Damoose, Huizenga, and Outman Nays: None The motion prevailed and amendment was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cherry, supported by Sen. Hertel, to report SB 817, as amended, as a clean substitute, to the floor with recommendation that it be passed. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Anthony, Sen.(s) McCann, McDonald Rivet, Cherry, Bayer, Santana, Shink, Irwin, Hertel, Cavanagh, Klinefelt, McMorrow, Camilleri, Bumstead, Albert, Damoose, Huizenga, and Outman Nays: None The motion prevailed and bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McDonald Rivet, supported by Sen. McCann, to recommend immediate effect for SB 817 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Bumstead, to excuse absent members from the committee meeting. Without Objection, Sen.


evidence_text: the Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cavanagh, supported by the Sen. Albert, to adjourn the Senate Committee on Appropriation at 2:10 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to adopt the meeting minutes from April 9, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bayer to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 4331. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Santana, Bayer, Shink, Chang, Cherry, Geiss, Hoitenga, and Damoose Nays: None Pass: Sen. Lindsey The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cavanagh to report the (S-1) version of HB 4331 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 HB 4332 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 moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 11:51 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to adopt the meeting minutes from March 19, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:34 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana, supported by Sen. Santana, to refer SB 764 to the Committee on Appropriations, with recommendation as substituted (S-1). The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Cavanagh, Sen.(s) Santana. Nays: None Pass: Sen.(s) Theis. The motion prevailed and the bill was referred.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana, supported by Sen. Santana, to adopt the (S-2) version of SB 765. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Cavanagh, Sen.(s) Santana and Theis. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-2) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana, supported by Sen. Santana, to refer SB 765 to the Committee on Appropriations, with recommendation as substituted (S-2). The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Cavanagh, Sen.(s) Santana. Nays: None Pass: Sen.(s) Theis. The motion prevailed and the bill was referred.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Polehanki, supported by Sen. Hertel, to adopt the meeting minutes from March 20, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Polehanki, supported by Sen. Klinefelt, to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 751. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Camilleri, Sen.(s) Polehanki, Hertel, Klinefelt, Cavanagh, McDonald Rivet, and Theis. Nays: Sen.(s) Albert. The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Polehanki, supported by Sen. Cavanagh, The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Camilleri, Sen.(s) Polehanki, Hertel, Klinefelt, Cavanagh, and McDonald Rivet. Nays: Sen.(s) Albert. Pass: Sen.(s) Theis. The motion prevailed and the bill was referred.


evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 6, 2024. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.


evidence_text: Representative O'Neal moved to excuse Representatives Morgan and DeBoer from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid the presentation on the Michigan Tuition Grant before the committee. President Rick Pappas, and undergraduate student Dena Kuhns-Zandarski, representing Davenport University, testified on the Michigan Tuition Grant. President Don Tuski, and student Davon Travier, representing the College for Creative Studies in Detroit, testified on the Michigan Tuition Grant. Questions and discussion followed. President Alicia Cordoba, and student Daphne Weber, representing Aquinas College, testified on the Michigan Tuition Grant. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid the presentation on the Michigan Achievement Scholarship before the committee. CEO Dan Hurley, representing the Michigan Association of State Universities, testified on the Michigan Achievement Scholarship. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Witwer adjourned the meeting at 9:59 AM. Representative Angela Witwer, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Hill moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 13, 2024. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid a series of presentations before the committee on energy assistance. Reka Holley Voelker, representing the Michigan Public Service Commission, gave a presentation on energy assistance programs. Angie Sterner, representing the Coalition to Keep Michigan Warm, Dr. Darienne Driver Hudson, representing the United Way of Southeastern Michigan, Saunteel Jenkins, representing The Heat and Warmth Fund, and Tonya Swenor, representing the Superior Watershed Partnership, gave a presentation on energy assistance. Sitara Govender, representing the Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency, Marissa Boerman, representing True North Community Services, and Wende Randall, representing the Kent County Essential Needs Task Force, gave a presentation on energy assistance. Brian Lewis, representing Consumers Energy, gave a presentation on energy assistance.


evidence_text: Representative Neeley moved to excuse Representative Steckloff from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Scott adjourned the meeting at 10:01 AM. Representative Helena Scott, Chair Legan Rose Acting Committee Clerk lrose@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Edwards moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 13, 2024. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4062 and HB 4063 before the committee: HB 4062 (Rep. Conlin) A bill to amend 1972 PA 348, entitled "An act to regulate relationships between landlords and tenants relative to rental agreements for rental units; to regulate the payment, repayment, use and investment of security deposits; to provide for commencement and termination inventories of rental units; to provide for termination arrangements relative to rental units; to provide for legal remedies; and to provide penalties," (MCL 554.601 to 554.616) by amending the title and by adding section 1c. HB 4063 (Rep. Morgan) A bill to amend 1976 PA 453, entitled "Elliott- Larsen civil rights act," by amending the title and section 502 (MCL 37.2502), the title as amended by 1992 PA 258 and section 502 as amended by 1992 PA 124. Representative Conlin testified in support of HB 4062 and HB 4063. Questions and discussion followed. Jacob Toomey, on behalf of Representative Morgan, testified in support of HB 4062 and HB 4063. Questions and discussion followed. Lisa Chapman, representing the Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness, testified in support of HB 4062 and HB 4063. Questions and discussion followed. Amanda Carlisle, representing the Washtenaw Housing Alliance, testified in support of HB 4062 and HB 4063. Questions and discussion followed. Brad Ward, representing the Michigan Realtors, testified in opposition to HB 4062 and HB 4063. Questions and discussion followed. Jim Schaafsma, representing the Michigan Poverty Law Program, testified in support of HB 4062 and HB 4063. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4062 and HB 4063, but did not wish to speak: Kristen Elliott, representing the Community Housing Network, Inc. Matt McCormick, representing the Community Housing Network, Inc. Lisa Tencer, representing the Vera Institute of Justice. Kristie Reinewald, representing the Housing Services Mid Michigan. Cynthia Telfer, representing the Melvindale Housing Commission. Amy Fielder, representing the Michigan Ability Partners. Jen Little, representing the Michigan Ability Partners. Randall Bath, representing the Michigan Ability Partners. Merrill Poliner, representing the Michigan Ability Partners. Bridget Baisch, representing the Michigan Ability Partners. Elizabeth Lindsley, representing the Michigan Ability Partners and Ann Arbor Housing Commission. Christy Perros with Absolute Title Agency, representing the Michigan Ability Partners. Nancy Haynes, representing the Fair Housing Center of West Michigan. Max Glick, representing the Lighthouse Michigan. Daniel Kelly, representing the Shelter Association of Washtenaw County. Brian Klovski, representing the Michigan Veterans Foundation. Taressa B. Snyder, representing herself. Jacob Doorn, representing the Disability Advocates of Kent County. Heather Cole, representing the United Ways of Southwest Michigan. Kaci Pellar, representing the Detroit Disability Power. Catherine Distelrath, representing the Corporation for Supportive Housing. Elizabeth Kelly, representing HOPE Shelters. Theodore and Wendy Gantos, representing themselves. Catherine Hevia and Martin Perry, representing themselves. Kristina Steele, representing herself. Christine Valentine, representing herself. Pam Maxey, representing herself. Niki Green, representing the Fair Housing Center of SE Mid Michigan. John Fournier, representing the City of Ann Arbor. Terri Legg, representing the United Way of Montcalm - Ionia Counties. Kaitlynn Lamie, representing the Michigan Association of United Ways. Todd Tennis, representing the Center for Civil Justice. Mark Garcia, representing MSHDA. Monique Stanton, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Jessilyn Averill, representing the Washtenaw Housing Alliance. Sharon Lapides, representing the Washtenaw Housing Alliance. Heath B. Lowry, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence. Cassie Thierfelder, representing the United Way for Southeastern Michigan. Thomas Visco, representing Michigan Community Action. Tony Gant, representing Nation Outside. Martha Szilagyi, representing the Lighthouse. Joel L. Arnold, representing Communities First, Inc. Amanda Hart, Tonya Defever, and Heather Hodge, representing the Giving Barn Community Outreach. Allison Green, representing the Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness. Beth Berglin, representing the Michigan Transformation Collective. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4062 and HB 4063, but did not wish to speak: Tim Langholz, representing the NFIB. Jim Kirsch, representing the Property Management Association of Michigan. The Chair laid SB 205, SB 206 and SB 207 before the committee: SB 205 (Sen. Cavanagh) A bill to amend 1972 PA 348, entitled "An act to regulate relationships between landlords and tenants relative to rental agreements for rental units; to regulate the payment, repayment, use and investment of security deposits; to provide for commencement and termination inventories of rental units; to provide for termination arrangements relative to rental units; to provide for legal remedies; and to provide penalties," (MCL 554.601 to 554.616) by amending the title and by adding section 1c. SB 206 (Sen. Bayer) A bill to amend 1972 PA 348, entitled "An act to regulate relationships between landlords and tenants relative to rental agreements for rental units; to regulate the payment, repayment, use and investment of security deposits; to provide for commencement and termination inventories of rental units; to provide for termination arrangements relative to rental units; to provide for legal remedies; and to provide penalties," by amending section 1 (MCL 554.601), as amended by 1995 PA 79. SB 207 (Sen. Irwin) A bill to amend 1976 PA 453, entitled "Elliott- Larsen civil rights act," by amending the title and section 502 (MCL 37.2502), as amended by 2023 PA 6. Senator Irwin testified in support of SB 205, SB 206 and SB 207. Questions and discussion followed. Brad Ward, representing the Michigan Realtors, testified with a neutral position on SB 205, SB 206 and SB 207. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on SB 205, SB 206 and SB 207, but did not wish to speak: Holly Tatman, representing the Apartment Association of Michigan. Erika Farley, representing the Rental Property Owners Association of Michigan. Jim Kirsch, representing the Property Management Association of Michigan. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 205, SB 206 and SB 207, but did not wish to speak: Niki Green, representing the Fair Housing Coalition of SE Mid Michigan. John Fournier, representing the City of Ann Arbor. Terri Legg, representing the United Way of Montcalm - Ionia Counties. Kaitlynn Lamie, representing the Michigan Association of United Ways. Todd Tennis, representing the Center for Civil Justice. Mark Garcia, representing MSHDA. Monique Stanton, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Beth Berglin, representing the Michigan Transformation Collective. Ashley Heldenrich, representing the Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 205 and SB 206, but did not wish to speak: Paul Terranova, representing the MHAction. Theodore and Wendy Gantos, representing themselves. Pamela Maxey, representing herself. Artemisa Guillory, representing herself. Holly Hook, representing herself. Gail Rinehart, representing herself. Dale Vass, representing himself. Robin Applebee, representing herself. Margaret Wisniewski, representing herself. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Breen adjourned the meeting at 11:29 AM. Representative Kelly Breen, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Hoskins moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 6, 2024. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5437, HB 5438, HB 5439, HB 5440, HB 5441, HB 5442, HB 5443, HB 5444, HB 5445 and HB 5446 before the committee: HB 5437 (Rep. Morgan) A bill to amend 1991 PA 180, entitled "An act to assist in the financing of stadia or convention facilities; to permit eligible municipalities to impose and collect an excise tax on businesses engaged in the preparation and delivery of food and beverages for immediate consumption, in leasing or renting motor vehicles in the eligible municipality, and in providing accommodations for dwelling, lodging, or sleeping purposes; to limit the rate of that excise tax; to authorize voter approval in a single ballot question of the excise tax authorized by this act and of certain purposes for which the excise tax is imposed; to provide for the establishment of procedures for the collection, administration, and enforcement of the excise tax; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state departments and state and local officials; to provide for the disposition and transmittal of the revenues from the tax for stadia or convention facility development and other purposes and authorize the pledge of those revenues; to authorize the appointment of employees and officials of a local governmental unit to an authority to which revenues from the tax may be pledged; to prescribe penalties and provide remedies; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts," by amending the title and sections 1, 2, and 6 (MCL 207.751, 207.752, and 207.756), section 1 as amended by 2008 PA 532. HB 5438 (Rep. Andrews) A bill to provide for the registry, promotion, and regulation of certain short-term rentals and hosting platforms; to create certain databases; to provide for the imposition and collection of a statewide excise tax; to provide for the disbursement of the excise tax; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities; and to prescribe penalties and remedies. HB 5439 (Rep. O'Neal) A bill to amend 2010 PA 254, entitled "Regional convention and tourism promotion act," by amending the title and sections 2, 3, 4, and 7 (MCL 141.1432, 141.1433, 141.1434, and 141.1437), the title and section 2 as amended by 2018 PA 465. HB 5440 (Rep. Hill) A bill to amend 1989 PA 244, entitled "Regional tourism marketing act," by amending the title and sections 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, and 9 (MCL 141.892, 141.893, 141.894, 141.895, 141.898, and 141.899), the title and section 2 as amended by 2018 PA 466. HB 5441 (Rep. Brixie) A bill to amend 1980 PA 395, entitled "Community convention or tourism marketing act," by amending the title and sections 2, 3, 3a, 4, and 8 (MCL 141.872, 141.873, 141.873a, 141.874, and 141.878), the title and section 2 as amended by 2018 PA 626, section 3 as amended by 2010 PA 283, section 3a as amended by 1993 PA 224, and sections 4 and 8 as amended by 1984 PA 59; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 5442 (Rep. Byrnes) A bill to amend 1985 PA 106, entitled "State convention facility development act," by amending the title and sections 3, 4, 8, 9, and 19 (MCL 207.623, 207.624, 207.628, 207.629, and 207.639), sections 3 and 9 as amended by 2022 PA 276 and sections 4 and 8 as amended by 2009 PA 61. HB 5443 (Rep. McFall) A bill to amend 1974 PA 263, entitled "An act to permit counties to impose and collect an excise tax on persons engaged in the business of providing rooms for dwelling, lodging, or sleeping purposes to transient guests; to provide for the disposition of the revenues thereof; and to prescribe penalties," by amending the title and sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 7 (MCL 141.861, 141.862, 141.863, 141.864, 141.866, and 141.867), section 2 as amended by 2004 PA 118, section 4 as amended by 2014 PA 284, and section 7 as amended by 1989 PA 13. HB 5444 (Rep. Paiz) A bill to amend 2020 PA 340, entitled "Regional event center financing act," by amending the title and sections 2, 3, and 5 (MCL 141.1442, 141.1443, and 141.1445). HB 5445 (Rep. Arbit) A bill to amend 1980 PA 383, entitled "Convention and tourism marketing act," by amending the title and sections 2, 3, 4, and 8 (MCL 141.882, 141.883, 141.884, and 141.888), the title and section 2 as amended by 2018 PA 625. HB 5446 (Rep. Grant) A bill to amend 2007 PA 25, entitled "Convention and tourism promotion act," by amending the title and sections 2, 3, 4, and 8 (MCL 141.1322, 141.1323, 141.1324, and 141.1328), the title and section 2 as amended by 2018 PA 464.


evidence_text: Representative Byrnes moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5443. The motion prevailed 11- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fitzgerald, Byrnes, Shannon, Breen, Rogers, Hill, Hoskins, Zorn, Paquette, BeGole, Prestin. Nays: None. Pass: None.