evidence_text: Representative Jones moved to excuse Representative Afendoulis from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid a presentation on the Michigan Defense Center before the committee. Sean Carlson and Vicki Selva, both representing the Michigan Defense Center, gave a presentation on the State of the Protect and Grow initiative. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Beau LaFave adjourned the meeting at 10:20 AM. Representative Beau LaFave, Chair Matthew Carnagie Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov