evidence_text: Representative Whitsett moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 8, 2022. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5253 before the committee: HB 5253 (Rep. Lightner) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," (MCL 168.1 to 168.992) by adding section 946. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5253, but did not wish to speak: Mike Brady, representing the Michigan Department of State. Erica Peresman, representing the Michigan Democratic Party. Shira Roza, representing Promote the Vote. Christina Schlitt and Paula Bowman, representing the League of Women Voters of Michigan. Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Harasanna Richards, representing the Michigan Municipal League.