evidence_text: Representative Bollin moved to excuse Representative Lightner from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5499 before the committee: HB 5499 (Rep. Hood) A bill to make appropriations for the department of environment, Great Lakes, and energy for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations. Representative Hood testified in support of HB 5499. Questions and discussion followed.