evidence_text:
The Committee on Oversight submitted the following:

Joint

meeting held on Tuesday, June 18, 2019, at 8:00 a.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

Present: Senators McBroom (C), Lucido, Theis, MacDonald and Irwin

Scheduled Meetings

Appropriations –

Subcommittees –

Capital Outlay - Wednesday, June 19, 4:00 p.m., or later after committees are given leave to meet by the House, Room 519, House Office Building (517) 373-2115

Economic and Small Business Development and Talent and Economic Development/MEDC - Thursday, June 20, 12:00 noon, Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5314

Talent and Economic Development/MEDC and Economic and Small Business Development - Thursday, June 20, 12:00 noon, Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5314

Finance - Wednesday, June 19, 12:30 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5312

Insurance and Banking - Wednesday, June 19, 9:00 a.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373‑5314

Natural Resources - Wednesday, June 19, 8:30 a.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building

Remote Access: Michigan Works!, 2950 College Avenue, Escanaba (517) 373-5312

Regulatory Reform - Tuesday, June 25, 3:00 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5314 (CANCELED)

Transportation and Infrastructure - Wednesday, June 19, 12:30 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5323

Senator MacGregor moved that the Senate adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 12:23 p.m.

The President pro tempore, Senator Nesbitt, declared the Senate adjourned until Wednesday, June 19, 2019, at 10:00 a.m.

MARGARET O’BRIEN

Secretary of the Senate


location: Room 519, House Office Building

meeting_state: held

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON ENERGY
REP. JOSEPH N BELLINO
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, June 19, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Energy was called to order by the Chair Bellino.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Bellino, Wendzel, Alexander, Frederick, Lower, Filler, Markkanen, Mueller,
O'Malley, Lasinski, Sneller, Tyrone Carter, Haadsma, Kuppa, Manoogian, Shannon.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Schroeder.
Representative Manoogian moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 5, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative Markkanen moved to excuse Representative Schroeder from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4477 before the committee:
HB 4477
(Rep. Johnson) 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; 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 10a (MCL 460.10a), as
amended by 2016 PA 341.
Representative Steven Johnson and Representative Rabhi testified together in support of the bill.
Questions and discussion followed.
Marco Bruzzano, representing DTE Energy and Cathy Wilson, representing Consumers Energy,
testified together in opposition to the bill.
Major General Retired, Gregory Vadnais testified in support of HB 4477. Questions and
discussion followed.
Cory Connolly, representing the Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council, and John
Hodge, representing Black and Veatch, testified together in support of the bill. Questions and
discussion followed.
Karyn Ferrick, representing the City of Grand Rapids, and Jack Johnson, representing the Grand
Rapids Fire Department, testified together in support of the bill.
Ed Rivet, representing the Michigan Conservative Energy Forum, testified in support of HB
4477. Questions and discussion followed.
John Freeman, representing the Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association, testified in support
of HB 4477.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4477, but did not wish to speak:
Steve Murphy, representing the representing Power Home Solar.
Charlotte Jameson, representing the representing the Michigan Environmental Council.
Thomas Vine, representing the representing Viking Energy of Lincoln and McBain.
Thomas Gilpin, representing the representing the Michigan Sierra Club.
Ethan Jodain, representing the representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
Paul Stankewitz, representing the representing the Michigan Catholic Conference.
Anne Kelly, representing the representing the Ceres/Bicep Network.
Cami Pendell, representing the representing ABATE.
The following people submitted a card in opposition of HB 4477, but did not wish to speak:
Tanya Paslawski, representing the representing the Michigan Electric and Gas Association.
Mike O’Brien, representing the representing Indiana Michigan Power.
Jason Geer, representing the Geer, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
Katie Abraham, representing the representing the Michigan Municipal Electric Association.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Joseph Bellino adjourned the
meeting at 10:22 AM.
Representative Joseph Bellino, Chair
Melissa Weipert
Committee Clerk
mweipert@house.mi.gov


location: Room 308, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON FAMILIES, CHILDREN, AND SENIORS
REP. KATHY CRAWFORD
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, June 19, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 308, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Families, Children, and Seniors was called to order by the
Chair Crawford.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Liberati, B Carter, C
Johnson.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Garrett.
Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 12, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4076 before the committee:
HB 4076
(Rep. Kuppa)
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The
Michigan penal code,"(MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by adding
section 145g.
Allie Hayes testified in support of
Barbara Valliere, United Cerebral Palsy of Michigan, testified in support of Questions and
discussion followed.
Representative Liberati moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4076. The motion prevailed 7-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Liberati, B Carter.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Brenda Carter moved to refer House Bill 4076 to the Committee on Judiciary
with recommendation that the substitute (H-2) be adopted. The motion prevailed 7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Liberati, B Carter.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4704, HB 4705, HB 4706, HB 4707, HB 4708 and HB 4709 before the
committee:
HB 4704
(Rep. Crawford)
A bill to amend 1975 PA 238,
entitled “Child protection law,” by amending sections 2 and
8e (MCL 722.622 and 722.628e), section 2 as amended by
2018 PA 59 and section 8e as added by 2008 PA 511.
HB 4705
(Rep. Hall)
A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled “Child
protection law,” by amending section 8 (MCL 722.628), as
amended by 2016 PA 491.
HB 4706
(Rep. Schroeder)
A bill to amend 1975 PA 238,
entitled “Child protection law,” by amending section 8d
(MCL 722.628d), as amended by 2014 PA 30.
HB 4707
(Rep. Liberati) A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled “Child
protection law,” by amending section 8 (MCL 722.628), as
amended by 2016 PA 491.
HB 4708
(Rep. Meerman)
A bill to amend 1975 PA 238,
entitled “Child protection law,” by amending section 8d
(MCL 722.628d), as amended by 2014 PA 30.
HB 4709
(Rep. LaGrand) A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled “Child
protection law,"(MCL 722.621 to 722.638) by adding section
9b.
Representative Matt Hall, the Chair of the House Standing Committee on Oversight, introduced two
members of the House Oversight Committee, Representatives David LaGrand and Andrea Schroeder.
The Oversight Chair proceeded to brief the committee on his committee’s recommendations on the
Auditor General’s Performance Audit on Children’s Protective Services. Representative Hall, bill
sponsor for House Bill 4705, Representative LaGrand, bill sponsor for House Bill 4709, and
Representative Schroeder, bill sponsor for House Bill 4706, explained their bills. Questions and
discussion followed. A copy of the House Oversight recommendations is attached.
Representative Liberati moved to reconsider the vote by which the committee referred House
Bill 4076 (H-2) to the Committee on Judiciary.
The motion prevailed, the vote being 8-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Representatives Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Liberati, Brenda Carter, and
Cynthia A. Johnson.
Nays: none.
Pass: none.
The motion to reconsider was adopted. Representative C Johnson moved to refer House Bill No.
4076 to the committee on Judiciary, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion
prevailed 8-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Liberati, B Carter, C
Johnson.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative B Carter moved to excuse Representative Garrett from the meeting. There being
no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Luke Meerman adjourned the
meeting at 10:20 AM.
Representative Kathy Crawford, Chair
Joy Brewer
Committee Clerk
joybrewer@house.mi.gov


location: Room 521, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TAX POLICY
REP. LYNN AFENDOULIS
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, June 19, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Tax Policy was called to order by Chair Afendoulis.
At 10:31 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 10:34 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, S Johnson, Hall, O'Malley,
Schroeder, Yancey, Ellison, Lasinski, Robinson, Whitsett.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Wittenberg.
Representative Schroeder moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 12, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4540, HB 4541, HB 4542 and HB 4543 before the committee:
HB 4540
(Rep. Afendoulis)
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167,
entitled "General sales tax act,"(MCL 205.51 to 205.78) by
adding section 2d.
HB 4541
(Rep. Tate)
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use
tax act,"(MCL 205.91 to 205.111) by adding section 5c.
HB 4542
(Rep. Webber) A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled
"General sales tax act,"(MCL 205.51 to 205.78) by adding
section 2c.
HB 4543
(Rep. Yancey)
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use
tax act,"(MCL 205.91 to 205.111) by adding section 5b.
Representative Lower spoke in support of the bills.
Representative Lower moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4540. The motion prevailed 13-1-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, S Johnson, Hall, O'Malley,
Schroeder, Yancey, Ellison, Lasinski, Whitsett.
Nays: Rep. Robinson.
Pass: None.
Representative Lower moved to refer House Bill No. 4540 to the committee on Ways and Means,
with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 13-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, S Johnson, O'Malley,
Schroeder, Yancey, Ellison, Lasinski, Robinson, Whitsett.
Nays: Rep. Hall.
Pass: None.
Representative O'Malley moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4541. The motion prevailed 13-
1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, S Johnson, Hall, O'Malley,
Schroeder, Yancey, Ellison, Lasinski, Whitsett.
Nays: Rep. Robinson.
Pass: None.
Representative O'Malley moved to refer House Bill No. 4541 to the committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 12-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, S Johnson, O'Malley,
Schroeder, Yancey, Ellison, Lasinski, Whitsett.
Nays: Reps. Hall, Robinson.
Pass: None.
Representative Webber moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4542. The motion prevailed 13-1-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, S Johnson, O'Malley,
Schroeder, Yancey, Ellison, Lasinski, Robinson, Whitsett.
Nays: Rep. Hall.
Pass: None.
Representative Webber moved to refer House Bill No. 4542 to the committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 13-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, S Johnson, Hall, O'Malley,
Schroeder, Yancey, Ellison, Lasinski, Whitsett.
Nays: Rep. Robinson.
Pass: None.
Representative Farrington moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4543. The motion prevailed
14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, S Johnson, Hall, O'Malley,
Schroeder, Yancey, Ellison, Lasinski, Robinson, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Schroeder moved to refer House Bill No. 4543 to the committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 13-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, S Johnson, O'Malley,
Schroeder, Yancey, Ellison, Lasinski, Robinson, Whitsett.
Nays: Rep. Hall.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4540, HB 4541, HB 4542 and HB 4543,
but did not wish to speak:
Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy.
Steve Bieda, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury.
Mike Compagnoni, representing the Michigan Municipal League.
Anya Malkov, representing Amazon.
Amy Drumm, representing the Michigan Retailers Association.
Micah Babcock, representing the Small Business Association of Michigan.
Erik Hingst, representing Walmart.
Deena Bosworth, representing the Michigan Association of Counties.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4540, HB 4541, HB 4542 and HB
4543, but did not wish to speak:
Matt Groen, representing the Telecommunications Association.
Chris Horak, representing Comcast.
Del Chenault, representing Verizon.
Gavin Goetz, representing AT&T.
Representative Yancey moved to excuse Representative Wittenberg from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Lynn Afendoulis adjourned the
meeting at 11:44 AM.
Representative Lynn Afendoulis, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS
REP. BRANDT IDEN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, June 19,
2019
1:00
PM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Standing Committee on Ways and Means was called to order by the Chair Iden.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 13, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SB 0294 before the committee:
SB 0294
(Sen. Zorn)
A bill to amend 1972 PA 230, entitled
"Stille-DeRossett-Hale single state construction code
act,"(MCL 125.1501 to 125.1531) by adding section 13h.
Substitute (H-3) was previously adopted to SB 294 on June 13th, 2019.
Representative Lilly moved to report out SB 0294 with recommendation, as substitute (H-3). The
motion prevailed 7-4-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth.
Nays: Reps. Warren, Byrd, Neeley, Hertel.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 0294, but did not wish to speak:
Peter Spadafore, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents and
Administrators.
Lee Schwartz, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan.
The following people submitted a card in opposition of SB 0294, but did not wish to speak:
Todd Tennis, representing the IBEW Michigan State Conference.
Steve Claywell, representing the Michigan Building Trades.
Jeremy Garza, representing the Michigan Plumbers and Pipefitters.
Sam Fuller, representing the Michigan Sheet Metal Workers Association.
John Byrd, representing the Michigan Laborers District Council.
Nic Clark, representing the Operating Engineers 324.
Noah Smith, representing the Michigan Regional Carpenters Council.
The Chair laid HB 4446 before the committee:
HB 4446
(Rep. Calley)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 388, entitled
"Michigan campaign finance act, "by amending sections 5, 9,
12, 21, 24, 34, 41, 51, 54, and 55 (MCL 169.205, 169.209,
169.212, 169.221, 169.224, 169.234, 169.241, 169.251,
169.254, and 169.255), sections 5 and 41 as amended by
1999 PA 237, sections 9, 24, 51, 54, and 55 as amended by
2017 PA 119, section 12 as amended by 2001 PA 250, section
21 as amended by 2015 PA 269, and section 34 as amended
by 2012 PA 277.
Substitute (H-3) was previously adopted to HB 4446 on June 13th, 2019.
Representative Leutheuser moved to report out HB 4446 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
2). The motion prevailed 11-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4044 before the committee:
HB 4044
(Rep. Hoitenga) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The
insurance code of 1956,"by amending sections 1205 and
1239 (MCL 500.1205 and 500.1239), section 1205 as
amended by 2008 PA 422 and section 1239 as amended by
2008 PA 423.
Substitute (H-2) was previously adopted to HB 4044 on June 13th, 2019.
Representative Wentworth moved to report out HB 4044 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
2). The motion prevailed 11-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4162 before the committee:
HB 4162
(Rep. Reilly)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The
revised school code, "by amending section 1279g (MCL
380.1279g), as amended by 2016 PA 170, and by adding
section 1279i.
Representative Wentworth offered the following amendments to HB 4162:
1. Amend page 9, line 16, after “1279I.” by inserting: “(1)”.
2. Amend page 9, line 20, after “DECISIONS.” by striking out the balance of the line through
“SECTION.” on line 22.
3. Amend page 9, following line 22, by inserting:
“(2) THE BOARD OF A ACHOOL DISTRICT OR THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF A
PUBLIC SCHOOL ACADEMY MAY PROVIDE PUPILS WITH AN OPPORTUNITY TO
TAJE AN ASSESSMENT DESCRIBED UNDER SUBSECTION (1).
“(3) THE LEGISLATURE SHALL APPROPRIATE FUNDS TO THE DEPARTMENT TO
REIMBURSE SCHOOL DISTRICTS AND PUBLIC SCHOOL ACADEMIES THAT
OFFER PUPILS THE OPPORTUNITY TO TAKE AN ASSESSMENT DESCRIBED
UNDER SUBSECTION (1). BY JUNE 1, 2020, AND BY JUNE 1 OF EACH YEAR
THEREAFTER, THE DEPARTMENT SHALL SUBMIT A REPORT TO THE
LEGISLATURE THAT INCLUDES BOTH OF THE FOLLOWING:
(A) THE NUMBER OF SCHOOL DISTRICTS AND PUBLIC SCHOOL ACADEMIES
THAT OFFERED PUPILS THE OPPORTUNITY TO TAKE AN ASSESSMENT
DESCRIBED UNDER SUBSECTION (1) DURING THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING
SCHOOL YEAR.
(B) THE NUMBER OF PUPILS WHO TOOK AN ASSESSMENT DESCRIBED UNDER
SUBSECTION (1) DURING THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SCHOOL YEAR.”.
Representative Wentworth moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4162. The motion prevailed
11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wentworth moved to report House Bill No. 4162 as amended, as substitute (H-3).
The motion prevailed 6-3-2:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth.
Nays: Reps. Warren, Byrd, Hertel.
Pass: Reps. Leutheuser, Neeley.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4162, but did not wish to speak:
Wendy Block, representing the Michigan Chamber.
Delaney McKinley, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association.
Dawn Crandall, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan.
Nic Clark, representing the Operating Engineers 324.
Katy Lawrence, representing the ACT.
Alexa Kramer, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber.
Kevin Stotts, representing the Talent 2025.
The Chair laid HB 4069 before the committee:
HB 4069
(Rep. Kahle)
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The
general property tax act, "by amending sections 27 and 34d
(MCL 211.27 and 211.34d), section 27 as amended by 2013
PA 162 and section 34d as amended by 2014 PA 164.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4069. The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4069. The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Leutheuser moved to report out HB 4069 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
2). The motion prevailed 11-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4069, but did not wish to speak:
Kirk Profit, representing the Ypsilanti Township, the City of Ypsilanti, Pittsfield Township,
and the City of Ann Arbor.
Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
Mike Berkowitz, representing the Sierra Club, Michigan Chapter.
Lee Schwartz, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan.
The Chair laid HB 4465 before the committee:
HB 4465
(Rep. Rabhi)
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The
general property tax act, "by amending section 9i (MCL
211.9i), as added by 2002 PA 549.
Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 4465 with recommendation. The motion prevailed
11-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4465, but did not wish to speak:
Kirk Profit, representing the Ypsilanti Township, the City of Ypsilanti, Pittsfield Township,
and the City of Ann Arbor.
Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
Mike Berkowitz, representing the Sierra Club, Michigan Chapter.
Lee Schwartz, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan.
The Chair laid SB 0047 before the committee:
SB 0047
(Sen. Barrett)
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The
general property tax act, "by amending sections 27 and 34d
(MCL 211.27 and 211.34d), section 27 as amended by 2013
PA 162 and section 34d as amended by 2014 PA 164.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 0047. The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wentworth moved to report out SB 0047 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 0047, but did not wish to speak:
Kirk Profit, representing the Ypsilanti Township, the City of Ypsilanti, Pittsfield Township,
and the City of Ann Arbor.
Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
Mike Berkowitz, representing the Sierra Club, Michigan Chapter.
The Chair laid HB 4570 before the committee:
HB 4570
(Rep. Sneller)
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled
"Michigan memorial highway act, "by amending section 32
(MCL 250.1032).
Representative Hertel moved to report out HB 4570 with recommendation. The motion prevailed
11-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid SB 0128 before the committee:
SB 0128
(Sen. Hertel)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled
"Public health code, "by amending section 7104 (MCL
333.7104), as amended by 2001 PA 233.
Representative Kahle moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to SB 0128. The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hertel moved to report out SB 0128 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2).
The motion prevailed 11-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the meeting at
1:18 PM.
Representative Brandt Iden, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE STANDING COMMITTEE ON
APPROPRIATIONS
Tuesday June 19
th , 2019 9:00 a.m. Room 352 State Capitol Building
Representative Hernandez, Chair, called the meeting to order.
Chair Hernandez requested attendance be called to establish a quorum of the appointed
committee members:
Present: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford,
Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley,
Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, and Tate.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative VanSingel moved to approve the minutes of the June 12th, 2019, meeting. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid Legislative Transfer Request 2019-2 before the committee.
Viola Bay Wild and Kevin Koorstra, representing the House Fiscal Agency testified on the
Legislative Transfer Request. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid the committee at ease, the time being 9:07 a.m.
The Chair called the committee to order, the time being 9:11 a.m.
Representative Whiteford moved to approve Legislative Transfer Request 2019-2. The motion
prevailed by a vote of 29-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL:
Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford,
Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley,
Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, and Tate.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid SB 134, SB 137, SB 138, SB 139, SB 141, SB 144, SB 147, and SB 149:
SB 134 (Sen. LaSata)
Appropriations; zero budget; community colleges; provide for
fiscal year 2019-2020.
SB 137 (Sen. Bumstead)
Appropriations; zero budget; department of environmental quality;
provide for fiscal year 2019-2020.
SB 138 (Sen. Stamas)
Appropriations; zero budget; general government; provide for
fiscal year 2019-2020.
SB 139 (Sen. MacGregor)
Appropriations; zero budget; department of health and human
services; provide for fiscal year 2019-2020. SB 141 (Sen. Nesbitt)
Appropriations; zero budget; department of insurance and financial
services; provide for fiscal year 2019-2020.
SB 141 (Sen. Nesbitt)
Appropriations; zero budget; department of insurance and financial
services; provide for fiscal year 2019-2020.
SB 144 (Sen. Barrett)
Appropriations; zero budget; department of military and veterans
affairs; provide for fiscal year 2019-2020.
SB 147 (Sen. Barrett)
Appropriations; zero budget; department of state police; provide
for fiscal year 2019-2020.
SB 149 (Sen. Schmidt)
Appropriations; zero budget; state transportation department;
provide for fiscal year 2019-2020.
Representative VanSingel moved to adopt substitute (H-1) for SB 134. The motion prevailed by a
vote of 29-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL:
Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford,
Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley,
Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, and Tate.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative VanSingel moved to report SB 134, with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed by a vote of 17-12-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL:
Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch,
Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, and VanWoerkom.
Nays: Reps. Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry,
Hood, Kennedy, and Tate.
Pass: None.
Representative Allor moved to adopt substitute (H-1) for SB 137. The motion prevailed by a vote
of 29-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL:
Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford,
Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley,
Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, and Tate.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Allor moved to report SB 137, with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The
motion prevailed by a vote of 17-12-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL:
Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch,
Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, and VanWoerkom.
Nays: Reps. Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry,
Hood, Kennedy, and Tate.
Pass: None.
Representative Huizenga moved to adopt substitute (H-1) for SB 138. The motion prevailed by a
vote of 29-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL:
Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford,
Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley,
Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, and Tate.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Huizenga moved to report SB 138, with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed by a vote of 17-12-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL:
Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch,
Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, and VanWoerkom.
Nays: Reps. Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry,
Hood, Kennedy, and Tate.
Pass: None.
Representative Whiteford moved to adopt substitute (H-1) for SB 139. The motion prevailed by a
vote of 29-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL:
Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford,
Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley,
Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, and Tate.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Whiteford moved to report SB 139, with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed by a vote of 17-12-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL:
Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch,
Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, and VanWoerkom.
Nays: Reps. Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry,
Hood, Kennedy, and Tate.
Pass: None.
Representative Yaroch moved to adopt substitute (H-1) for SB 141. The motion prevailed by a
vote of 29-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL:
Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford,
Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley,
Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, and Tate.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Yaroch moved to report SB 141, with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The
motion prevailed by a vote of 17-12-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL:
Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch,
Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, and VanWoerkom.
Nays: Reps. Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry,
Hood, Kennedy, and Tate.
Pass: None.
Representative Miller moved to adopt substitute (H-1) for SB 144. The motion prevailed by a
vote of 29-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL:
Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford,
Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley,
Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, and Tate.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Miller moved to report SB 144, with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The
motion prevailed by a vote of 17-12-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL:
Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch,
Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, and VanWoerkom.
Nays: Reps. Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry,
Hood, Kennedy, and Tate.
Pass: None.
Representative Miller moved to adopt substitute (H-1) for SB 147. The motion prevailed by a
vote of 29-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL:
Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford,
Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley,
Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, and Tate.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Miller moved to report SB 147, with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The
motion prevailed by a vote of 17-12-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL:
Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch,
Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, and VanWoerkom.
Nays: Reps. Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry,
Hood, Kennedy, and Tate.
Pass: None.
Representative Maddock moved to adopt substitute (H-1) for SB 149. The motion prevailed by a
vote of 29-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL:
Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford,
Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley,
Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, and Tate.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Maddock moved to report SB 149, with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The
motion prevailed by a vote of 17-12-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL:
Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch,
Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, and VanWoerkom.
Nays: Reps. Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry,
Hood, Kennedy, and Tate.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4728 and HB 4729 before the committee:
HB 4728 (Rep. Hernandez) Appropriations; zero budget; fiscal year 2019-2020 omnibus
appropriations for school aid, higher education, and community
colleges; provide for.
HB 4729 (Rep. Hernandez) Appropriations; zero budget; omnibus budget appropriations;
provide for fiscal year 2019-2020.
The Chair laid the committee at ease, the time being 9:27 a.m.
The Chair called the committee to order, the time being 9:29 a.m.
Representative Miller moved to report HB 4728 with recommendation. The motion prevailed by
a vote of 17-12-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL:
Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch,
Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, and VanWoerkom.
Nays: Reps. Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry,
Hood, Kennedy, and Tate.
Pass: None.
Representative Miller moved to report HB 4729 with recommendation. The motion prevailed by
a vote of 17-12-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL:
Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch,
Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, and VanWoerkom.
Nays: Reps. Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry,
Hood, Kennedy, and Tate.
Pass: None.
There being no further business to come before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting,
the time being 9:31 a.m.
Representative Hernandez, Chair
Matthew Carnagie
Committee Clerk
June 19th, 2019
Date Approved and Signed


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MEMBERS:
SEN. JON C. BUMSTEAD, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. RICK OUTMAN
SEN. WAYNE A. SCHMIDT
SEN. SEAN MCCANN, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES
SENATOR ED MCBROOM
CHAIR
7200 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7840
FAX: (517) 373-3932
**DRAFT**
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
June 19, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Natural Resources was scheduled for Wednesday, June 19, 2019, at
8:30 a.m., in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 35 (Sen. Vanderwall).
2. Testimony regarding SB 366 (Sen. McBroom).
3. Testimony regarding SB 367 (Sen. VanderWall).
_______________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 8:32 a.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time,
the following members were present: Chairman McBroom, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Outman, Schmidt, and
McCann, a quorum was present.
The Chairman invited the committee to recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Chairman invited Sen. VanderWall to summarize SB 35. Member questions followed.
The Chairman invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 35:

Craig Brunet, Michigan Department of Natural Resources – oppose. Member questions
followed.

Ian Fitzgerald, Michigan United Conservation Clubs – oppose. Member questions followed.
The Chairman read the cards of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB 35:

Erik Schnelle, Michigan Quality Deer Management Association – oppose.

George Lindquist, U.P. Whitetails of Marquette County – oppose.
Testifying remotely from Escanaba, Michigan, the Chairman invited the following individual to present
testimony regarding SB 35:

Al Ettenhoffer, U.P. Whitetails – oppose.
Next on the agenda was SB’s 336 (Sen. McBroom) and SB 337 (Sen. VanderWall)
The Chairman requested the Vice Chairman to conduct the meeting while he presented testimony on SB 336.
Sen. McBroom and Sen. VanderWall summarized SB’s 336 and 337. Member questions followed.
The Chairman continued the meeting, invited the following individuals to present testimony remotely from
Escanaba, Michigan, regarding SB’s 336 and 337:

Dale McNamee, Citizen – support.

Al Ettenhoffer, U.P. Whitetails – support. Member questions followed.
The Chairman read the card of the individual not wishing to present testimony regarding SB’s 336 and 337:

Mike Thormen, Michigan Hunting Dog Federation – support.
The Chairman invited the following individual to present testimony regarding SB’s 336 and 337:

Craig Brunet, Michigan Department of Natural Resources – oppose. Member questions
followed.
Testifying remotely from Escanaba, Michigan, the Chairman invited the following individual to present
testimony regarding SB’s 336 and 337:

Ken Buckholtz, National Wild Turkey Federation – support.
The Chairman invited Craig Brunet, of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, to return to address
member questions.
Returning to SB 35, the Chairman invited the following individual to present testimony remotely from
Escanaba, Michigan:

Ken Buckholtz, National Wild Turkey Federation – support.
The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Bumstead to adopt the committee meeting minutes from May
22, 2019. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead
to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:49 a.m.
Date Adopted by Committee:


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MEMBERS:
SEN. DAN LAUWERS, VICE CHAIR
SEN. KIM LASATA
SEN. ARIC NESBITT
SEN. KEVIN DALEY
SEN. TOM BARRETT
SEN. KEN HORN
SEN. ERIKA GEISS, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. MARSHALL BULLOCK
SEN. MALLORY MCMORROW
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON INSURANCE AND BANKING
SENATOR LANA THEIS
CHAIR
7400 BINSFELD BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-2420
FAX: (517) 373-2764
**DRAFT**
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
June 19, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Insurance and Banking was scheduled for Wednesday, June 19, 2019, at
9:00 a.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony on HB 4226 (Rep. Berman)
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairwoman called the meeting to order at 9:01 a.m. She instructed the clerk to call the roll. At that time,
the following members were present: Chairwoman Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Nesbitt, Daley, Barrett,
Horn, Geiss, Bullock, and McMorrow, a quorum was present.
The Chairwoman entertained a motion by Sen. Lauwers to adopt the meeting minutes from May 15, 2019.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairwoman invited Rep. Berman to summarize HB 4226.
The Chairwoman invited the following individuals to provide testimony regarding HB 4226:
Phil Neuman, Citizen – Support
The Chairwoman read the testimony cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee
regarding HB 4226:
Brad Ward, Michigan Realtors – Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairwoman moved to adjourn the committee.
Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:27 a.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 10/16/19
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MEMBERS:
SEN. KIMBERLY A. LASATA, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. ED MCBROOM
SEN. ROGER VICTORY
SEN. RICK OUTMAN
SEN. DAN LAUWERS
SEN. ERIKA GEISS, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. MARSHALL BULLOCK
SEN. ADAM J. HOLLIER
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION AND
INFRASTRUCTURE
SENATOR TOM BARRETT
CHAIR
3200 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-3447
FAX: (517) 373-5849
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
June 19, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure was scheduled for Wednesday, June
19, 2019, at 12:30 p.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 4060 (Rep. Love) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported SB 309 (S-1) (Sen. Zorn) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Testimony regarding SB 364 (Sen. Zorn).
4. Reported HB 4120 (Rep. Markkanen) with recommendation and immediate effect.
5. Testimony regarding SB 344 (Sen. Barrett).
6. Testimony regarding SB 345 (Sen. Geiss).
7. Testimony regarding SB 346 (Sen. Barrett).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:33 p.m. He instructed the clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) LaSata, McBroom, Victory, Outman, Lauwers,
Geiss, Bullock, and Hollier, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to adopt the meeting minutes from June 5, 2019. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited Rep. Love to summarize HB 4060.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB
4060:
Troy Hagon, Michigan Department of Transportation – Neutral
Reginald Crawford, Wayne County Deputy Sheriffs Association – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to report HB 4060 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Sen.(s) McBroom, Lauwers, Geiss, Bullock, and Hollier
Nays: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) LaSata, Victory, and Outman
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
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The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4060. Without objection, immediate
effect was recommended.
The Chair offered, and summarized, an (S-1) version to SB 309.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 309:
Bill Zaagman, Michigan Towing Association – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 309. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) LaSata, McBroom, Victory, Outman, Lauwers, Geiss, Bullock, and
Hollier
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to report the (S-1) version of SB 309 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) LaSata, McBroom, Victory, Outman, Lauwers, Geiss, Bullock, and
Hollier
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 309 (S-1). Without objection, immediate
effect was recommended.
The Chair invited Shane Preston, of Sen. Zorn's office, to summarize SB 364.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 364:
Jon Cool, Michigan Railroads Association/CN/Norfolk Southern – Support
Rusty Orben, CSX Transportation – Support
Dave LaMontaine, Police Officers Association of Michigan – Support
Matthew Sahr, Michigan Fire Fighters Union – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 364:
Ed Noyola, County Road Association – No Position Given
Troy Hagon, Michigan Department of Transportation – Neutral
Bethany Wicksall, State Budget Office – Neutral
Dan Papineau, Michigan Chamber – Support
The Chair invited Rep. Markkanen to summarize HB 4120.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4120:
Ed Noyola, County Road Association – Support
Gregg Patrick, Keweenaw County Road Commission – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB
4120:
Troy Hagon, Michigan Department of Transportation – Neutral
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to report HB 4120 to the floor with recommendation that
it pass. The vote was as follows:
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Yeas: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) LaSata, McBroom, Victory, Outman, Lauwers, Geiss, Bullock, and
Hollier
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4120. Without objection, immediate
effect was recommended.
The Chair summarized SB 344 and SB 346.
The Chair invited Sen. Geiss to summarize SB 345.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 344 – SB 346:
Ron Springer, Citizen – Support
Charles Chapman, Military Vehicle Preservation Association and Military Vehicle Collectors Club
of Michigan – Support
Tom Tibortz, Military Vehicle Preservation Association and Military Vehicle Collectors Club of
Michigan – Support
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 344 and SB 345:
Jenita Moore, Michigan Secretary of State – Oppose
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 344 –
SB 346:
Ken Kline, Military Vehicle Preservation Association and Military Vehicle Collectors Club of
Michigan – Support
Terry Pitts, Military Vehicle Preservation Association and Military Vehicle Collectors Club of
Michigan – Support
Rick Hyma, Citizen – Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:54 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: September 4, 2019
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MEMBERS:
SEN. ARIC NESBITT, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. KEVIN DALEY
SEN. JON C. BUMSTEAD
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL
SEN. STEPHANIE CHANG, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. BETTY JEAN ALEXANDER
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
SENATOR JIM RUNESTAD
CHAIR
7500 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1758
FAX: (517) 373-0938
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
June 19, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Finance was scheduled for Wednesday, June 19, 2019, at 12:30 p.m.,
in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 370 (Sen. Hertel).
2. Testimony regarding SB 371 (Sen. Hertel).
3. Testimony regarding HB 4189 (Rep. Sheppard).
4. Testimony regarding HB 4190 (Rep. Webber).
5. Testimony regarding HB 4191 (Rep. Coleman).
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 12:32 p.m. He instructed the clerk to call the roll. At that time,
the following members were present: Chairman Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall,
and Alexander, a quorum was present.
The Chairman made a motion to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Sen. Chang
was excused from the meeting.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to adopt the meeting minutes from May 22, 2019.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman invited Sen. Hertel to summarize SB’s 370-371.
The Chairman invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB’s 370-371:
David, Gail and Ruby Jane Schupbach, Citizens – Support
Amanda Rostic, Pediatric Congenital Association – Support
Jennifer Dougherty, Pediatric Congenital Heart Association – Support
Michael Gaines, MD, Pediatric Congenital Heart Association – Support
Brad O’Furey, Citizen – Support
The following cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB’s 370-
371:
Steve Bieda, Michigan Department of Treasury – Neutral
Dave Hodgkins, American Heart Association – Support
Ben and Emily Bodkin, Citizens – Support
Gwen Fosse, Pediatric Congenital Heart Association, Michigan Congenital Heart – Support
The Chairman invited Rep.(s) Webber and Coleman to summarize HB’s 4189-4191.
The Chairman invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB's 4189 – 4191:
Shaun Merry, Tenneco Inc. – Support
Russell Loose, Tenneco In. – Support
Irv Morse, Tenneco Inc. – Support
The following cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding HB’s 4189-
4191:
Dan Papineau, Michigan Chamber – Support
David Worthams, Michigan Bankers Association – Neutral
Steve Bieda, Michigan Treasury – Neutral
Bill Zaagman, GCSI, City of Southfield – Support
Mike McCready, Oakland County Michigan – Support
Mike Johnston, Michigan Manufactures Association – Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairman moved to adjourn the committee.
Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:10 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 09/04/2019


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The Joint Subcommittee on Capital Outlay submitted the following:

Meeting held on Wednesday, June 19, 2019, at 4:00 p.m., Room 519, House Office Building

Present: Senators Horn (C), Outman, Bizon, Hertel, Schmidt, Santana, Zorn and McCann

Excused: Senator Runestad

Scheduled Meetings

Regulatory Reform - Tuesday, June 25, 3:00 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5314 (CANCELED)

Senator MacGregor moved that the Senate adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 11:27 a.m.

In pursuance of the order previously made, the President pro tempore, Senator Nesbitt, declared the Senate adjourned until Tuesday, June 25, 2019, at 10:00 a.m.

MARGARET O’BRIEN

Secretary of the Senate


evidence_text:
MINUTES OF THE
HOUSE FISCAL AGENCY GOVERNING COMMITTEE
Wednesday June 19
th , 2019
8:30 a.m.
Room 352, State Capitol
The House Fiscal Agency Governing Committee was called to order by the Chairman,
Representative Hernandez
Members Present: Representatives Hernandez, Chatfield, Cole, Hoadley, Greig, and Rabhi.
Members Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Cole moved to approve the minutes of the March 23th, 2019 meeting. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Chair Hernandez recognized Mary Ann Cleary, Director of the House Fiscal Agency, for an
explanation of the Quarterly Report prepared by the House Fiscal Agency dated June 19th, 2019.
Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Hoadley moved to approve the Quarterly Report. The motion prevailed 6-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Chatfield, Cole, Hoadley, Greig, and Rabhi.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee and seeing no objection, the Chair adjourned
the meeting, the time being 8:32 a.m.
Representative Hernandez, Chair_______________________________________
Matthew Carnagie, Committee Clerk
House Appropriations Committee
mcarnagie@house.mi.gov
(517) 373-2115


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY
REP. HANK VAUPEL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, June 20, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Health Policy was called to order by the Chair Vaupel.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, J Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Frederick moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 13, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SB 0228 before the committee:
SB 0228
(Sen. Runestad) A bill to create a suicide prevention
commission within the legislative council and to prescribe its
powers and duties; and to prescribe the powers and duties of
certain state officers and entities.
Krista Vincent, representing Senator Runestad, and Corbin Standley, representing the American
Foundation of Suicide Prevention, testified in support of the bill. Questions and discussion
followed
Michael Pine, representing Health West and Muskegon Suicide Prevention, and Jody Nelson,
representing the Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton, Ingham Counties and
the Tri County Life Savers, testified in support of the bill. Questions and discussion followed.
The chair called Krista Vincent, representing Senator Runestad, and Corbin Standley,
representing the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention, to answer additional questions
pertaining to the bill.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 0228, but did not wish to speak:
Justin Fisher, representing the Michigan Psychiatric Society.
Steve James, representing the Service Employees International Union - Michigan State
Council.
Andy Potter, representing the Michigan Corrections Organization.
David Newman, representing the Michigan Primary Care Association.
Rebecca Mastee, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference.
Amy Zaagman, representing the Michigan Council for Material and Child Health.
Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy.
Sam Champagne, representing the Henry Ford Health System.
Jon Villasurda, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
Leo Nouhan, representing the Kevin's Song.
Ken Grabowski, representing the Police Officers Association of Michigan.
Julie Szyska, representing the Universal Health Services.
Dr.Judith Kovach, representing the Michigan Psychological Association.
Mike Sauger, representing the Michigan Fraternal Order of Polic.
Renee Edmondson, representing the Michigan Fraternal Order of Police.
Mark Docherty, representing the Michigan Professional Firefighters Union.
Sean Sorenson-Abott, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association.
John McNamara, representing the McLaren Health Care.
Dan Jarvis, representing the Michigan Family Forum.
The Chair laid HB 4516 and HB 4517 before the committee:
HB 4516
(Rep. LaFave)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 220, entitled
“Persons with disabilities civil rights act,"(MCL 37.1101 to
37.1607) by adding section 102a.
HB 4517
(Rep. VanWoerkom)
A bill to amend 1956 PA 62, entitled
“An act to authorize the director of the department of state
police to promulgate a uniform traffic code; to authorize a
city, township, or village to adopt the uniform traffic code by
reference without publication in full; and to prescribe
criminal penalties and civil sanctions for violation of the
code,” by amending section 1 (MCL 257.951), as amended
by 2006 PA 297.
Representative LaFave testified in support of the bills. Questions and discussion followed.
Kirstie Sieloff, representing the Disability Network of Michigan, Dr. Kimberly Kennedy,
representing the Disability Advocates of Kent County, testified in support of the bills.
Paul Palmer, representing himself, testified in support of the bills.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4516 and HB 4517, but did not wish to
speak:
Deb Rock, representing the Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council.
Joel Cooper, representing the Disability Network of Southwest Michigan.
Laurie Morse-Dell, representing the Michigan Association of Rehabilitation Organizations.
The Chair laid HB 4710 before the committee:
HB 4710
(Rep. Kahle)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368,
entitled"Public health code,"by amending sections 16215,
16322, 16501, 16511, 16521, 16525, and 16529 (MCL
333.16215, 333.16322, 333.16501, 333.16511, 333.16521,
333.16525, and 333.16529), section 16215 as amended by
2005 PA 211, sections 16322, 16501, 16525, and 16529 as
added by 2006 PA 30, section 16511 as amended by 2006 PA
397, and section 16521 as amended by 2010 PA 79, and by
adding sections 16513, 16515, and 16517.
Representative Kahle testified in support of the bill. Questions and discussion followed.
Henry Buchtel, representing the Michigan Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine,
testified in support of the bill.
Jennifer Beahan, representing the Center for Inquiry Michigan, testified in opposition to the bill.
Questions and discussion followed.
Lisa Letts, representing Medical Acupuncture, testified in support of the bill.
Dr. Jeffery Russell, representing the Michigan Medical Acupuncture Association, testified in
opposition to the bill.
Sarah Schwartz, representing herself, testified in support of the bill.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4710, but did not wish to speak:
Gigi Cristach, representing the Michigan Association of Acupuncture.
Evie Sweeney, representing the Michigan Physical Therapy Association.
Heather Leonard, representing the Blue Heron Academy.
Dr. Gregory Lawton, representing the Blue Heron Academy.
Brian Johnsen, representing the Michigan Medical Acupuncture.
Randall Letts, representing the Medical Acupuncture.
Chelsea Showalter, representing the herself.
Adam Trisler, representing the Michigan Medical Acupuncture Association.
Kristin Whitfield, representing the Michigan Association of Acupuncture and Oriental
Medicine.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Hank Vaupel adjourned the meeting
at 11:57 AM.
Representative Hank Vaupel, Chair
Sondra Gordon
Committee Clerk
sgordon@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON INSURANCE
REP. DAIRE L RENDON
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, June 20, 2019
9:00 PM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Insurance was called to order by the Chair Rendon.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Rendon, Markkanen, Webber, Vaupel, Bellino, Frederick, Hoitenga, LaFave,
Berman, Paquette, Wittenberg, Gay-Dagnogo, Lasinski, Sneller, Bolden, Brenda Carter,
Coleman.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Wittenberg moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 16, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
At 9:03 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 9:09 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair laid HB 4449 before the committee:
HB 4449
(Rep. Griffin)
A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The
insurance code of 1956," by amending section 3107b (MCL
500.3107b), as amended by 2014 PA 263.
Substitute (H-1) for HB 4449 was previously adopted on April 18th, 2019.
Dyck Van Koevering, representing the Insurance Alliance of Michigan, testified in opposition to
HB 4449.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4449, but did not wish to speak:
Rudy Hubbs, representing the State Farm Insurance Company.
Jeff Junkas, representing the American Property Casualty Insurance Association.
Frank Vento, representing the Progressive Corporation.
Wendy Block, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4449, but did not wish to speak:
Representative Wentworth.
Representative Frederick moved to refer House Bill No. 4449 to the committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 17-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Rendon, Markkanen, Webber, Vaupel, Bellino, Frederick, Hoitenga, LaFave,
Berman, Paquette, Wittenberg, Gay-Dagnogo, Lasinski, Sneller, Bolden, B Carter, Coleman.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Daire Rendon adjourned the meeting
at 9:15 AM.
Representative Daire Rendon, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov


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COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
June 20, 2019
A joint meeting of the Senate Committee on Economic and Small Business Development and the Senate
Appropriations Subcommittee on Talent and Economic Development/MEDC was scheduled for Thursday, June
20, 2019, at 12:00 noon, in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Presentations regarding MI Reconnect and MI Opportunity Scholarship proposals, and filling
Michigan's talent gap.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 12:02 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chairman Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, MacGregor, Theis, Lauwers, Schmidt,
McMorrow, Geiss, and Moss; a quorum was present.
The Chairman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 13, 2019. Without objection, the minutes were
adopted.
The Chairman invited the following individuals to present regarding MI Reconnect and MI Opportunity
Scholarship proposals, and filling Michigan's talent gap:
Sen. Jim Ananich
Rich Studley and Wendy Block, Michigan Chamber of Commerce
Sandy Baruah, Detroit Chamber of Commerce
Kevin Stotts, Talent 2025
Michelle Miller-Adams, Upjohn Institute
Doug Ross, The office of Governor Gretchen Whitmer
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairman moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:04 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: September 12, 2019
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MEMBERS:
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL, VICE CHAIR
SEN. PETER MACGREGOR
SEN. LANA THEIS
SEN. DAN LAUWERS
SEN. WAYNE SCHMIDT
SEN. MALLORY MCMORROW, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. ERIKA GEISS
SEN. JEREMY MOSS
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON ECONOMIC AND SMALL
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
SENATOR KEN HORN
CHAIR
7100 BINSFELD BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1760
FAX: (517) 373-3487


location: Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building

evidence_text:
The Subcommittee on Talent and Economic Development/MEDC submitted the following:

Joint

meeting held on Thursday, June 20, 2019, at 12:00 noon, Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Horn (C), Hollier and Schmidt

Scheduled Meetings

Criminal Justice Policy Commission - Wednesday, July 10, 9:00 a.m., Room 6900, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-0212

In the absence of all Senators, pursuant to Joint Rule 15, the Secretary of the Senate adjourned the Senate, the time being 10:03 a.m.

In pursuance of the order previously made, the Secretary of the Senate declared the Senate adjourned until Wednesday, June 26, 2019, at 10:00 a.m.

MARGARET O’BRIEN

Secretary of the Senate


evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. DAN LAUWERS, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. ARIC NESBITT
SEN. JIM ANANICH, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. STEPHANIE CHANG
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT
OPERATIONS
SENATOR MIKE SHIRKEY
CHAIR
S-106 CAPITOL BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-5932
FAX: (517) 373-5944
** DRAFT **
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
June 25, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Government Operations was scheduled for Wednesday, June 25,
2020, at 9:00 a.m., in the Harry T. Gast Senate Appropriations room.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SJR L (Sen. VanderWall) with recommendation that it be adopted.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
At 9:00 a.m., the Chairman called the meeting to order He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time,
the following members were present; Chairman Shirkey, Sen.(s) Lauwers, Nesbitt, Ananich and Chang a
quorum was present.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Lauwers to adopt the committee meeting minutes from
December 10, 2019. Without Objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman invited Sen. VanderWall to summarize SJR L.
The Chairman invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SJR L:
David Dudenhoefer, Michigan Campaign for Liberty – Oppose
Linda Wildern, Michigan Conservative League – Oppose
Mark Meckler, Convention of States Action - Support
The following individuals turned in cards not wishing to testify regarding SJR L:
Alex Rossman, Michigan League for Public Policy - Oppose
Brendon Boudreau, Great Lakes Gun Rights – Oppose
Jennifer Browner, Citizen – Oppose
Tom Graham, Citizen – Support
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Lauwers, supported by Sen. Nesbitt, to report SJR L to the floor
with recommendation that it be adopted. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Shirkey, Sen.(s) Lauwers and Nesbitt
Nays: Sen.(s) Ananich and Chang
The resolution was reported.
The Chairman adjourned the committee at 9:55 a.m.
Date Adopted by Committee:


evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. KIM LASATA, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. ARIC NESBITT
SEN. ED MCBROOM
SEN. CURTIS HERTEL, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON ADVICE AND CONSENT
SENATOR PETER J. LUCIDO
CHAIR
3100 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7670
FAX: (517) 373-5958
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
July 23, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Advice and Consent was scheduled for Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at
1:00 p.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. A hearing to consider the appointment of Jeffrey M. Donofrio as the Director of the Michigan
Department of Talent and Economic Development.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 1:04 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time,
the following members were present: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) LaSata, Nesbitt, and Hertel, a quorum was
present.
The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Nesbitt to excuse absent members form the meeting. Without
objection, Sen. McBroom was excused from the meeting.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to adopt the meeting minutes from the June 12, 2019
meeting. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman invited Mr. Jeffrey M. Donofrio to provide the committee with his opening statement.
The Chairman invited committee members to ask questions of Mr. Donofrio regarding his appointment as
the Director of the Michigan Department of Talent and Economic Development.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairman moved to adjourn the meeting. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:50 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 09.12.2019


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON ENERGY
REP. JOSEPH N BELLINO
CHAIR
MINUTES OF THE JOINT HOUSE COMMITTEE ON ENERGY
AND
SENATE COMMITTEE ON ENERGY AND TECHNOLOGY
Wednesday, August 7, 2019
8:30 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Energy was called to order by the Chair Bellino.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Bellino, Alexander, Filler, Mueller, Schroeder, Lasinski, Sneller, Tyrone
Carter, Haadsma, Kuppa, Manoogian, Shannon.
Absent/Excused: Reps. Wendzel, Frederick, Lower, Markkanen, O'Malley.
The Senate Committee on Energy and Technology was called to order by Chairman Lauwers.
Representative Alexander moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 19, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Chairman Lauwers laid before the committee a presentation by Chairman Talberg of the
Michigan Public Service Commission regarding the 2019 Statewide Energy Assessment.
Questions and discussion followed.
Chairman Bellino and Chairman Lauwers presented Michigan Public Service Commissioner,
Norm Saari, with a Special Tribute recognizing his years of service upon his retirement.
Representative Alexander moved to excuse Representatives Wendzel, Frederick, Lower,
Markkanen and O'Malley from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by
unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Joseph Bellino adjourned the
meeting at 9:55 AM.
Representative Joseph Bellino, Chair
Melissa Weipert
Committee Clerk
mweipert@house.mi.gov


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MEMBERS:
SEN. KEN HORN, VICE CHAIR
SEN. KIM LASATA
SEN. ARIC NESBITT
SEN. TOM BARRETT
SEN. JON BUMSTEAD
SEN. RICK OUTMAN
SEN. SEAN MCCANN, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. WINNIE BRINKS
SEN. MALLORY MCMORROW
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON ENERGY AND
TECHNOLOGY
SENATOR DAN LAUWERS
CHAIR
S-2 CAPITOL BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7708
FAX: (517) 373-1450
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
August 7, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Energy and Technology and House Committee on Energy was scheduled
for Wednesday, August 7, 2019, at 8:30 a.m., in the 519 Room of the Anderson House Office Building.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Presentation by Chair Talberg of the Michigan Public Service Commission regarding the 2019 Draft
Statewide Energy Assessment.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chairman Lauwers, Sen.(s) Horn, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Outman, and
McCann; a quorum was present.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to adopt the meeting minutes from June 18, 2019. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman invited Chair Talberg, of the Michigan Public Service Commission, to deliver a presentation
regarding the 2019 Draft Statewide Energy Assessment.
The Chairman made a motion to excuse absent members form the meeting. Without objection, Sens. Bumstead,
Brinks, and McMorrow were excused from the meeting.
The Chairman presented a tribute to Norm Saari, of the Michigan Public Service Commission, on the occasion
of his retirement.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairman moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:55 a.m..
Date Adopted by Committee: January 14, 2020
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE
REP. JULIE ALEXANDER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday,
August 13,
2019
9:30
AM
Michigan State University Pavilion for Agriculture and Livestock
Education, 4301 Farm Ln, Lansing, MI 48910
The Senate Agriculture Committee was called to order by Senator Daley at 9:30 a.m.
The House Standing Committee on Agriculture was called to order by the Chair Alexander.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Alexander, Meerman, Eisen, Mueller, Elder, Coleman, Garza, Cynthia
Johnson, Witwer.
Absent/Excused: Reps. LaFave, Wendzel.
Representative Alexander moved to excuse Representatives LaFave and Wendzel from the
meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative Meerman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 8, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Michigan State Executive Director Joel Johnson, representing the United States Department of
Agriculture Farm Service Agency, Michigan State Conservationist Garry Lee, representing the
United States Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service, and Senior
Risk Management Specialist Adrienne McTaggart, representing the United States Department of
Agriculture Risk Management Agency, provided a presentation regarding the United States
Department of Agriculture Farm Production and Conservation and reviewed the following
topics: Assistance Programs; Loans, Incentives, and Grants; Safety Net programs, financial
Assistance, and Insurance for Mitigating Risk; Financial and Technical Assistance to Implement
Conservation Activities; and Customer Service. Questions and discussion followed. State Public
Affairs and Outreach Coordinator Savannah Halleaux, representing the United States Department
of Agriculture Michigan Farm Service Agency, approached to answer questions from committee
members.
Director Gary McDowell, and Chief Deputy Director Ken McFarlane, both representing the
Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, provided testimony regarding
various Michigan programs and initiatives to help farmers with ongoing challenges due to recent
effects of weather on Michigan’s agriculture industry. Questions and discussion followed.
President and CEO Dave Armstrong, representing the Greenstone Farm Credit Service, provided
testimony regarding individual solutions and programs available to farmers from the Greenstone
Farm Credit Service. Questions and discussion followed.
Ron Hendrick, Dean of the Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural
Resources, and Jeff Dwyer, Director of Michigan State University Extension, provided a
presentation regarding: The College of Agriculture and Natural Resource’s Role in Michigan’s
Agriculture System; Current Challenges in Agriculture and How They Affect Producers;
Programs and Efforts to Help Farmers; the Extension Program; AgBio Research; and Outreach
Programs. Questions and discussion followed.
Rebecca Park, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau, Doug Darling, a Monroe County Farmer,
and Stephanie Schafer, a Clinton County Farmer, provided testimony on the personal stories of
being farmers in Michigan, and the current and future challenges that have arisen as a result of
the recent wet spring. Questions and discussion followed
President Tim Boring, representing the Michigan Agri-Business Association, provided testimony
on the past, present, and potential future challenges to Michigan’s Agriculture Industry due to
changing climate. Questions and discussion followed.
Philip Korson, representing Michigan Cherry Growers, provided testimony regarding the
challenges to the Michigan Cherry Industry due to increased sales of imported cherries.
Questions and discussion followed.
Senator Daley adjourned the Senate Agriculture Committee meeting at 12:03 p.m.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Julie Alexander adjourned the
meeting at 12:03 PM.
Representative Julie Alexander, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov


location: Michigan State University Pavilion for Agriculture and Livestock Education, 4301 Farm Ln, Lansing, MI 48910 The Senate Agriculture Committee was called to order by Senator Daley at 9:30 a.m


evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. ROGER VICTORY, VICE CHAIR
SEN. DAN LAUWERS
SEN. JIM ANANICH, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. DAYNA POLEHANKI
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE
SENATOR KEVIN DALEY
CHAIR
5200 BINSFELD BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1777
FAX: (517) 373-5871
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
August 13, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Agriculture was scheduled for Tuesday, August 13, 2019, at 9:00 a.m., in
the MSU Pavilion, Michigan State University, 4301 Farm Lane, Lansing, MI 48910.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary was as follows:
1. Presentation from Joel Johnson, Garry Lee, and Adrienne McTaggart, of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
2. Presentation from Gary McDowell and Ken McFarlane, of the Michigan Department of Agriculture and
Rural Development.
3. Presentation from Dave Armstrong, of Greenstone Farm Credit Services.
4. Presentation from Ron Henkrick and Jeff Dwyer, of Michigan State University and MSU Extension.
5. Presentation from Rebecca Park, Doug Darling, and Stephanie Schafer, of the Michigan Farm Bureau.
6. Presentation from Tim Boring, of the Michigan Agri-Business Association.
7. Presentation from Phil Korson. of the Cherry Marketing Institute.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chairman Daley, Sen.(s) Victory, Lauwers, and Polehanki; a quorum was
present.
The Chairman made a motion to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Sen. Ananich
was excused from the meeting.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Lauwers to adopt the meeting minutes from June 6, 2019. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman invited the following individuals to deliver a presentation:
Joel Johnson, U.S. Department of Agriculture
Garry Lee, U.S. Department of Agriculture
Adrienne McTaggart, U.S. Department of Agriculture
Gary McDowell, Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
Ken McFarlane, Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
Dave Armstrong, Greenstone Farm Credit Services
Ron Hendrick, Dean of College of Natural Resources
Jeff Dwyer, Director, MSU Extension
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Rebecca Park, Michigan Farm Bureau
Doug Darling, Monroe County Farmer
Stephanie Schafer, Clinton County Farmer
Tim Boring, Vice President, Michigan Agri-Business Association
Phil Korson, President, Cherry Marketing Institute.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairman moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:02 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: October 17, 2019
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
REP. GRAHAM FILLER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, August 27, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Judiciary was called to order by the Chair.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman,
Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Rendon moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 18, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4315 and HB 4316 before the committee:
HB 4315
(Rep. Mueller) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The
Michigan penal code,” by amending section 479b (MCL
750.479b), as added by 1994 PA 33.
HB 4316
(Rep. LaGrand) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The
code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 16x of
chapter XVII (MCL 777.16x), as amended by 2012 PA 323.
Representative Mueller and Representative LaGrand testified in support of HB 4315 and HB
4316.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4315 and HB 4316, but did not wish to
speak:
Brandon Lanyon, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan.
Sgt. Nicole McGhee, representing the Michigan State Police.
Blaine Koops, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association.
Matt Sowash, representing the Police Officers Association of Michigan.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4315 and HB 4316, but did not wish
to speak:
Kimberly Buddin, representing the American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4315, but did not wish to speak:
Jeff Kirkpatrick, representing the Michigan Court Officers, Deputy Sheriffs Association.
The Chair laid HR 0093 before the committee:
HR 0093
(Rep. Vaupel)
A resolution to urge the Congress of the
United States to allow jail and prison inmates to be eligible
for Medicaid coverage.
Representative Vaupel, and Judge Harvey Hoffman, representing the Association of Treatment
Courts, testified in support of HR 0093. Kyle Kaminski, representing the Michigan Department
of Corrections, came forward to testify with no position on HR 0093.
The following people submitted a card in support of HR 0093, but did not wish to speak:
Meghan Keit, representing the Michigan Association of Counties.
Amber Bellazaire, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy.
Tom Hickson, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference.
Blaine Koops, representing the Michigan Sheriffs Association.
Kimberly Buddin, representing the American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan.
The Chair laid HB 4126 and HB 4127 before the committee:
HB 4126
(Rep. Albert)
A bill to amend 2018 IL 1, entitled
“Michigan regulation and taxation of marihuana act,” by
amending section 8 (MCL 333.27958).
HB 4127
(Rep. Rendon) A bill to amend 2016 PA 281, entitled
“Medical marihuana facilities licensing act,” by amending
section 206 (MCL 333.27206), as amended by 2018 PA 10.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4126 and HB 4127, but did not wish to
speak:
Frank Waters, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
Amy Zaagman, representing the Michigan Council for Maternal and Child Health.
Brandon Lanyon, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan.
Tom Hickson, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4126 (H-2) and HB 4127
(H-2), but did not wish to speak:
Robin Schneieder, representing the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association.
Representative Rendon moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4126. The motion prevailed 13-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
At 9:28 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 9:30 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Representative Howell moved to report out HB 4126 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2).
The motion prevailed 11-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Farrington, Howell, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder,
Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: Reps. LaFave, Steven Johnson.
Pass: None.
Representative Farrington moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4127. The motion prevailed
13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative LaFave moved to report out HB 4127 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2).
The motion prevailed 11-2-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Farrington, Howell, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder,
Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: Reps. LaFave, Steven Johnson.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4372, HB 4373 and HB 4378 before the committee:
HB 4372
(Rep. Glenn)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled
“Public health code,” by amending section 16221 (MCL
333.16221), as amended by 2018 PA 463.
HB 4373
(Rep. Rendon) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled
“Public health code,” by amending section 16226 (MCL
333.16226), as amended by 2018 PA 463.
HB 4378
(Rep. Pagan)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled
“Freedom of information act,” by amending section 13
(MCL 15.243), as amended by 2018 PA 68.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4372, HB 4373 and HB 4378, but did
not wish to speak:
Jess Averill, representing the Michigan Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention and
Treatment Board.
Kathy Hagenian, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4372 and HB 4373, but did not wish to
speak:
Tom Hickson, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference.
Frank Waters, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4378, but did not wish to speak:
Peter Cunningham, representing the State Bar of Michigan.
Representative Farrington moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4372. The motion prevailed
13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Howell moved to report out HB 4372 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative LaFave moved to report out HB 4373 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 13-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Farrington offered the following amendment to HB 4378:
1. Amend page 2, following line 16, by inserting:
"(vii) Disclose the identity of a party who, as described in subdivision (bb), proceeds
anonymously in a civil action in which the party alleges that he or she was the victim of
sexual misconduct. For the purpose of securing his or her anonymity, that party or his or
her designee may provide written notification of the civil action and his or her wish to
remain anonymous to any law enforcement agency that has investigating records subject to
this subparagraph, and the law enforcement agency shall retain a copy of that notification
in its files with those investigating records.".
Representative Farrington moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4378. The motion prevailed
13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Berman moved to report House Bill No. 4378 as amended, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Sens. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Graham Filler adjourned the meeting
at 9:38 AM.
Representative Graham Filler, Chair
Melissa Weipert
Committee Clerk
mweipert@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
REP. SHANE HERNANDEZ
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, August 28, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Appropriations was called to order by the Chair Hernandez.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford,
Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley,
Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, Tate.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Yaroch moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 19, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid the Tuition Reciprocity Agreement between Owens Community College, the
University of Toledo, and Monroe County Community College before the committee.
Perry Zielak House, representing the House Fiscal Agency, testified on the agreement.
Dr. Kojo Quartey, representing Monroe County Community College, testified in support of the
agreement.
The following person submitted a card in support of the agreement, but did not wish to speak:
Jeff Cassidy, representing the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity.
Representative Shepperd moved to approve the Tuition Reciprocity Agreement for Owens
Community College, the University of Toledo, and Monroe County Community College.
The motion prevailed 29-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford,
Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley,
Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, Tate.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Shane Hernandez adjourned the
meeting at 9:07 AM.
Representative Shane Hernandez, Chair
Matthew Carnagie
Committee Clerk
mcarnagie@house.mi.gov