evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TAX POLICY
REP. MATT HALL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, March 17,
2021
10:30
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Committee on Tax Policy was called to order by Chair Hall.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hall, Tisdel, Calley, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Meerman, O'Malley,
Beeler, Outman, Yancey, Ellison, Brixie, Kuppa, Neeley, Cavanagh.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Tisdel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 9, 2021. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4289 and HB 4290 before the committee:
HB 4289
(Rep. Damoose)
A bill to create the Michigan first-time home
buyer savings program; to provide for first-time
home buyer savings accounts; to prescribe the
powers and duties of certain state agencies,
boards, and departments; to allow certain tax
deductions; and to provide for penalties and
remedies.
HB 4290
(Rep. Manoogian)
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax
act of 1967," by amending section 30 (MCL
206.30), as amended by 2020 PA 65.
Representative Damoose and Representative Manoogian, testified in support of HB 4289 and
HB 4290.
Paul Connors, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified in opposition to
HB 4289 and HB 4290.
Brad Ward and Brian Westrin, representing the Michigan Realtors Association, testified in
support of HB 4289 and HB 4290. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4289, but did not wish to speak:
Jessica AcMoody, representing the Community Economic Development Association of
Michigan.
Rebecca O'Connell, representing Lake Trust Credit Union.
Jill Ferrari, representing Renovare Development.
Dawn Crandall, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan.
Joshua Lunger, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce.
Haleigh Krombeen, representing the Michigan Credit Union League.
Sandra Pearson, representing the Habitat for Humanity of Michigan.
Dan Papineau, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
Joanne Misuraca, representing the Michigan Mortgage Lenders Association.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Matt Hall adjourned the meeting
at 11:13 AM.
Representative Matt Hall, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


meeting_state: held

evidence_text:
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
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
March 17, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Natural Resources was scheduled for Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at
8:30 a.m., in Room 403 of the Capitol Building.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follow:
1. Reported HB 4126 (Rep. Howell) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported SR 20 (S-1) (Sen. McBroom) with recommendation.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chair 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: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Outman, Schmidt and McCann, a
quorum was present.
The Chair invited the committee to recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead to adopt the meeting minutes from March 16, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited Rep. Howell to summarize HB 4126. Member questions followed.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony via Zoom regarding HB 4126:
Craig Brunet, Michigan Department of Natural Resources – Support.
Ian FitzGerald, Michigan United Conservation Clubs – Support.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead to report HB 4126 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Outman, Schmidt, and McCann
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4126. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair brought up the (S-1) version of SR 20 and summarized the resolution. Member questions followed.
The Chair invited the following individual to present testimony via Zoom regarding SR 20 (S-1):
Mark Jones, Self – Oppose. Member questions followed.
The following individuals submitted written testimony regarding SR 20:
Maryann Kashubosky – Oppose
Rita Mitchell, Ann Arbor – Oppose
Diana Dryer, Ann Arbor – Oppose
KellBell Kofd23@yahoo.com – Oppose
Greg Vera – Oppose
Jo Anne Gibbons – Oppose
Cynthia Sherman-Jones, Limestone – Oppose
Evelina Bryant – Oppose
Julie Johanningsmeier, Howell – Oppose
TTsrdh@yahoo.com – Oppose
Mark Jones – Oppose
Susan DeGroff – Oppose
Eileen Dickinson, Ann Arbor – Oppose
Kristen Garlock, Saline – Oppose
Beatrice Friedlander, Attorneys for Animals – Oppose
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Schmidt to adopt the (S-1) version of SR 20. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Outman, Schmidt, and McCann
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Outman to report SR 20 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation that it
be adopted. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Outman, and Schmidt
Nays: Sen. McCann
The motion prevailed and the resolution was reported.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McCann to
adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:06 a.m.
Date adopted by committee: 03/24/2021


evidence_text:
36TH DISTRICT
SENJSTAMAS@SENATE.MICHIGAN.GOV
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
SENATOR JIM STAMAS
CHAIR
S-324 CAPITOL BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7946
FAX: (517) 373-2678
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
March 17, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Appropriations was scheduled for Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at
2:00 p.m., in the Senate Hearing Room of the Boji Tower.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SB 26 (Sen. Stamas) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported SB 27 (Sen. Stamas) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Reported SB 28 (Sen. Stamas) with recommendation and immediate effect.
4. Reported SB 215 (Sen. Schmidt) with recommendation and immediate effect.
5. Testimony only regarding SB 99 (Sen. Bayer).
6. Testimony only regarding HB 4247 (Rep. Koleszar).
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 2:00 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time,
the following members were present; Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Schmidt, Barrett, Bizon, Daley,
LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Victory, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer, a
quorum was present.
The Chairman made a motion, supported by Sen. Bumstead, to excuse absent members from the committee
meeting. Without objection, Sen. Hertel was excused from the meeting.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead, supported by Sen. Bizon, to adopt the committee
meeting minutes from February 24. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman invited Rep. Koleszar to summarize HB 4247 for the committee.
The Chairman read the cards of those individuals not wishing to present testimony before the committee
regarding HB 4247.
Michael Sauger, Michigan Fraternal Order of Police – Support
Ken Grabowski, Police Officers of Michigan – Support
Aaron Keel, Deptment of Treasury – Support
Next, the Chairman invited Sen. Bayer to summarize SB 99 for the committee.
The Chairman read the cards of those individuals not wishing to present testimony before the committee
regarding SB 99.
Aaron Keel, Deptment of Treasury – Support
Mike Krombeen, Oakland Community College – Support
Mike Krombeen, Lake Michigan College – Support
Erin Schor, Michigan Community Colleges Association – Support
Dan Hurley, Michigan Association of State Universities – Support
Page 1 of 2
Next, the Chairman summarized SB 26, SB 27, SB 28, and SB 215 for the committee members.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Victory, supported by Sen. McDonald, to report SB 26 to the
floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Schmidt, Barrett, Bizon, Daley, LaSata, MacDonald,
Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, and Victory
Nays: Sen.(s) Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer
The bill was reported.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata, supported by Sen. Nesbitt, to recommend immediate
effect for SB 26. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Daley, supported by Sen. Bizon, to report SB 27 to the floor
with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Schmidt, Barrett, Bizon, Daley, LaSata, MacDonald,
Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, and Victory
Nays: Sen.(s) Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer
The bill was reported.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead, supported by Sen. Barrett, to recommend immediate
effect for SB 27. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Schmidt, supported by Sen. Runestad, to report SB 28 to the
floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Schmidt, Barrett, Bizon, Daley, LaSata, MacDonald,
Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, and Victory
Nays: Sen.(s) Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer
The bill was reported.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Outman, supported by Sen. Victory, to recommend immediate
effect for SB 28. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata, supported by Sen. McDonald, to report SB 215 to the
floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Schmidt, Barrett, Bizon, Daley, LaSata, MacDonald,
Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, and Victory
Nays: Sen.(s) Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer
The bill was reported.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Schmidt, supported by Sen. Bizon, to recommend immediate
effect for SB 215. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead, supported by Sen. Victory, to adjourn the committee.
The Senate Committee on Appropriations adjourned at 2:30 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 3-24-21
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location: Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building

evidence_text:
The Appropriations Subcommittee on Corrections and Judiciary submitted the following:

Meeting held on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at 11:30 a.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Bizon (C), Runestad and Hollier


location: the 403 Room of the Capitol Building

evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. KEN HORN, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JIM RUNESTAD
SEN. KEVIN DALEY
SEN. DAYNA POLEHANKI, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. ERIKA GEISS
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND
CAREER READINESS
SENATOR LANA THEIS
CHAIR
7400 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-2420
FAX: (517) 373-2764
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
March 17, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Education and Career Readiness was scheduled for Wednesday, March
17, 2021, at 1:30 p.m., in the 403 Room of the Capitol Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding in-person vs. virtual learning.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:32 p.m. She instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Horn, Runestad, Daley, Polehanki and Geiss, a quorum
was present.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding in person vs. virtual learning:
Monica Merritt, Plymouth Canton Community Schools – No Position
Tiffany Shenke, Self – No Position
Shannon Hazelett, Self – No Position
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:31 p.m.
Date adopted by committee: 5/25/21
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location: Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building

evidence_text:
The Appropriations Subcommittee on General Government submitted the following:

Meeting held on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at 3:00 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Victory (C), Bumstead, MacDonald and Irwin

Scheduled Meetings

Appropriations –

Subcommittees –

Corrections and Judiciary – Wednesday, March 24, 11:30 a.m., or immediately following session, Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768

General Government – Wednesday, March 24, 3:00 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768

Labor and Economic Opportunity/MEDC – Tuesday, March 23, 3:00 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768

Natural Resources and Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy – Tuesday, March 23, 3:00 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768

Universities and Community Colleges – Thursday, March 25, 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

Energy and Technology – Wednesday, March 24, 1:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-1721

Families, Seniors, and Veterans – Wednesday, March 24, 3:00 p.m., Room 403, 4th Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-1721

Senator Lauwers moved that the Senate adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 11:35 a.m.

The President pro tempore, Senator Nesbitt, declared the Senate adjourned until Tuesday, March 23, 2021, at 10:00 a.m.

MARGARET O’BRIEN

Secretary of the Senate


evidence_text:
**DRAFT**
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
March 17, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on General Government was scheduled for Wednesday,
March 17, 2021, at 3:00 p.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Victory, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacDonald and Irwin, a quorum was
present.
The Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Bumstead, to adopt the meeting minutes from March 10, 2021.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony:
• James White, Executive Director
• Mary Engelman, Deputy Director
• Dan Levy, Director of Law and Policy
• Lori Vinson, Director of Operations and Enforcement
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony:
• Cindy Paradine, Financial Services Director
• Mike Brady, Legal Services Director
• Adam Reames, Legislative Policy Director
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony:
Evah Cole, Department of Treasury
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 4:08 p.m.
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY
REP. BRONNA KAHLE
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, March 18,
2021
10:30
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Committee on Health Policy was called to order by Chair Kahle.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller,
Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Whitsett, Neeley, Morse.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
At 10:35 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 10:41 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair laid HB 4349 before the committee:
HB 4349
(Rep. Berman)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by
adding section 21517.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4349, but did not wish to speak:
David Worthams, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association.
Representative Roth moved to report out HB 4349 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 19-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller,
Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Whitsett, Neeley, Morse.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4355 before the committee:
HB 4355
(Rep. Bollin)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," by amending sections 16101 and
16171 (MCL 333.16101 and 333.16171), section
16171 as amended by 2016 PA 60.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4355, but did not wish to speak:
David Worthams, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association.
Gary Dougherty, representing the American Diabetes Association.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4355, but did not wish to speak:
Jim Blundo, representing the Michigan Mental Health Counselors Association.
Representative Meerman offered the following amendments to HB 4355:
1. Amend page 5, line 1, after "if" by striking out "both" and inserting "all".
2. Amend page 5, following line 8, by inserting:
"(iii) Before providing the health service to the patient, the individual provides
the patient with a hyperlink to or website address for the individual's authorization to
practice the health profession in the other state. The hyperlink or website address
described in this subparagraph must be to the website of the licensing department,
board, or other authority of the state in which the individual is authorized to practice.".
Representative Meerman moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4355. The motion prevailed
13-6-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller,
Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Whitsett.
Nays: Reps. Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Neeley, Morse.
Pass: None.
Representative Whiteford moved to report House Bill No. 4355 as amended, as substitute (H-
1). The motion prevailed 12-7-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Mueller, Beeler, Fink,
Roth, Tisdel, Whitsett.
Nays: Reps. Filler, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Neeley, Morse.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Kahle adjourned the meeting at
10:45 AM.
Representative Bronna Kahle, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON INSURANCE
REP. DAIRE RENDON
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, March 18,
2021
8:30
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Committee on Insurance was called to order by Chair Rendon.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Rendon, Berman, Kahle, LaFave, Hall, Meerman, Bezotte, Clements,
Posthumus, Tisdel, Brenda Carter, Anthony, Bolden, Coleman, Stone, Breen, Steenland.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Brenda Carter moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 11, 2021.
There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4354 before the committee:
HB 4354
(Rep. Rendon)
A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The
insurance code of 1956," (MCL 500.100 to
500.8302) by adding section 3406v.
The Chair discussed her proposed (H-1) substitute to HB 4354.
Representative Berman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4354. The motion prevailed
14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Rendon, Berman, Kahle, Meerman, Bezotte, Clements, Posthumus, Tisdel,
Brenda Carter, Anthony, Bolden, Coleman, Stone, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Steckloff, testified in support of HB 4354. Questions and discussion followed.
Mary Groll Brown, an oral chemotherapy patient, testified in support of HB 4354. Questions
and discussion followed.
Dr. Jerome Seid and Cathy Patterson R.N., both representing the Michigan Society of
Hematology and Oncology, testified in support of HB 4354. Questions and discussion
followed.
Dr. Anas Al-Janadi, President of the Michigan Society of Hematology and Oncology, testified
in support of HB 4354. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4354, but did not wish to speak:
Mary Kay MaKarewicz, representing the Michigan Society of Hematology and
Oncology.
Andrew Schepers, representing the American Cancer Society- Cancer Action Network.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4354, but did not wish to speak:
Dave Worthams, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association.
Bret Jackson, representing the Economic Alliance for Michigan.
Representative Brenda Carter moved to report out HB 4354 with recommendation, as
substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 14-3-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Rendon, Berman, Kahle, LaFave, Bezotte, Clements, Tisdel, Brenda Carter,
Anthony, Bolden, Coleman, Stone, Breen, Steenland.
Nays: Reps. Hall, Meerman, Posthumus.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Daire Rendon adjourned the
meeting at 9:40 AM.
Representative Daire Rendon, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov


location: Room 307, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION
REP. GARY HOWELL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, March 18, 2021
10:30 AM
Room 307, House Office Building
The House Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by
Chair Howell.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Marino, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby,
Cambensy, Aiyash.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Marino joined the meeting via Zoom.
The Chair laid HB 4454, HB 4455, HB 4456, HB 4457, HB 4458, HB 4459, HB 4460 and
HB 4461 before the committee:
HB 4454
(Rep. Howell)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 11502 and 11503 (MCL
324.11502 and 324.11503), section 11502 as
amended by 2018 PA 640 and section 11503 as
amended by 2020 PA 85, and by designating
sections 11501 to 11508 as subpart 1 of part 115.
HB 4455
(Rep. Cambensy)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 11504, 11505, 11506, 11507,
11507a, and 11508 (MCL 324.11504, 324.11505,
324.11506, 324.11507, 324.11507a, and
324.11508), section 11504 as amended by 2020
PA 85, section 11505 as amended by 2018 PA 640,
section 11506 as amended by 2018 PA 615, and
section 11507a as amended by 2004 PA 39.
HB 4456
(Rep. Sowerby)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 11509, 11510, 11511, 11511a,
11511b, 11512, 11513, 11514, 11514b, 11515,
11516, 11517, 11518, 11519, 11519b, and 11521b
(MCL 324.11509, 324.11510, 324.11511,
324.11511a, 324.11511b, 324.11512, 324.11513,
324.11514, 324.11514b, 324.11515, 324.11516,
324.11517, 324.11518, 324.11519, 324.11519b,
and 324.11521b), sections 11509, 11510, 11512,
11513, 11515, 11516, and 11518 as amended and
sections 11511a and 11519b as added by 2018 PA
640, section 11511 as amended by 2011 PA 215,
section 11511b as amended by 2016 PA 437,
section 11514 as amended by 2008 PA 394,
section 11514b as added by 2018 PA 688, sections
11517 and 11519 as amended by 1996 PA 358,
and section 11521b as added by 2014 PA 24, by
designating sections 11509 to 11519b as subpart 2
and section 11521b as subpart 3 of part 115, and
by adding sections 11512b, 11512d, 11512f, and
11512h; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
HB 4457
(Rep. Rabhi)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 11523, 11523a, 11523b, 11525,
11525a, and 11525b (MCL 324.11523,
324.11523a, 324.11523b, 324.11525, 324.11525a,
and 324.11525b), sections 11523, 11523a, 11523b,
11525, and 11525b as amended by 2018 PA 640
and section 11525a as amended by 2019 PA 77, by
designating sections 11523 to 11525f as subpart 4
of part 115, and by adding sections 11525d and
11525f.
HB 4458
(Rep. O'Malley)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 11526, 11526a, 11527, 11528,
11531, 11532, 11533, 11539, 11540, 11541,
11546, and 11549 (MCL 324.11526, 324.11526a,
324.11527, 324.11528, 324.11531, 324.11532,
324.11533, 324.11539, 324.11540, 324.11541,
324.11546, and 324.11549), section 11526 as
amended by 2004 PA 43, section 11526a as added
by 2004 PA 40, sections 11528 and 11539 as
amended by 2018 PA 640, section 11533 as
amended by 2004 PA 44, section 11541 as
amended by 1996 PA 358, section 11546 as
amended by 2006 PA 56, and section 11549 as
amended by 2006 PA 58, and by designating
sections 11526 to 11533 as subpart 5, sections
11539 to 11541 as subpart 6, and sections 11546
to 11549 as subpart 7 of part 115; and to repeal
acts and parts of acts.
HB 4459
(Rep. Martin)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 11550, 11553, and 11554
(MCL 324.11550, 324.11553, and 324.11554),
section 11550 as amended by 2020 PA 201 and
sections 11553 and 11554 as added by 2014 PA
178, and by designating section 11550 as subpart 8
and sections 11553 and 11554 as subpart 9 of part
115.
HB 4460
(Rep. VanSingel)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act,"
(MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding subpart
10 to part 115.
HB 4461
(Rep. Tate)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act,"
(MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding subpart
11 to part 115.
Kerrin O'Brien, representing the Michigan Recycling Coaltion, testified in support of HB
4454, HB 4455, HB 4456, HB 4457, HB 4458, HB 4459, HB 4460 and HB 4461. Questions
and discussion followed.
At 11:07 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 11:07 AM, Majority Vice Chair Markkanen called the committee back to order.
Representative Howell testified in support of HB 4454, and Representative Cambensy
testified in support of HB 4455. Questions and discussion followed.
At 11:18 AM, Majority Vice Chair Markkanen laid the committee at ease.
At 11:18 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Representative Sowerby testified in support of HB 4456. Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Rabhi testified in support of HB 4457, Representative O'Malley testified in
support of HB 4458 and Representative Martin testified in support of HB 4459. Questions
and discussion followed.
Representative Tate testified in support of HB 4461 and Representative VanSingel testified in
support of HB 4461.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4454, HB 4455, HB 4456, HB 4457,
HB 4458, HB 4459, HB 4460 and HB 4461, but due to the time constraints were unable to
speak:
Travis Boeskool, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes
and Energy.
Liz Browne, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and
Energy.
Horst Schmidt, representing the Upper Peninsula Environmental Coalition.
John Dulmes, representing the Michigan Chemistry Council.
Sean Hammond, representing the Michigan Environmental Council.
The following people submitted a card with no position on HB 4454, HB 4455, HB 4456, HB
4457, HB 4458, HB 4459, HB 4460 and HB 4461, but due to the time constraints were
unable to speak:
Tanisha Sanders and Kevin Kendall, representing the Waste and Recycling Association.
The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4454, HB 4455, HB
4456, HB 4457, HB 4458, HB 4459, HB 4460 and HB 4461, but did not wish to speak:
Gary Melow, representing Michigan Biomass.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4454, HB 4455, HB 4456, HB 4457,
HB 4458, HB 4459, HB 4460 and HB 4461, but did not wish to speak:
Bill Lievense, representing the Foundry Association of Michigan.
Mike Alaimo, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
Hallie Fox, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club.
Derek Bajema, representing the Michigan Soft Drink Association.
Doug Roberts, representing Consumers Energy.
Michael Csapo, representing the Resource Recovery and Recycling Authority of
Southwest Oakland County.
RepresengtativeRepresentative Markkanen moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March
11, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at
11:37 AM.
Representative Gary Howell, Chair
Molly Wingrove
Committee Clerk
mwingrove@house.mi.gov


location: Room 326, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT
REP. STEVEN JOHNSON
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, March 18, 2021
10:30 AM
Room 326, House Office Building
The House Committee on Oversight was called to order by Majority Vice Chair Outman.
The Majority Vice Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Steven Johnson, Outman, Hoitenga, Reilly, O'Malley, Wozniak, Brixie,
LaGrand, Young.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 11, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Majority Vice Chair laid HB 4448 before the committee:
HB 4448
(Rep. Steven Johnson)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 390, entitled "Emergency
management act," by amending section 3 (MCL
30.403), as amended by 2002 PA 132.
Chairman Johnson testified in support of HB 4448. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4448, but did not wish to speak:
Tony Daunt, representing the Michigan Freedom Fund.
The Majority Vice Chair laid HB 4257 before the committee:
HB 4257
(Rep. Steven Johnson)
A bill to clarify certain powers of the governor;
and to impose certain duties on certain state
officials.
Chairman Johnson testified in support of HB 4257. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4257, but did not wish to speak:
Tony Daunt, representing the Michigan Freedom Fund.
At 10:44 AM, the Majority Vice Chair Outman laid the committee at ease.
At 10:45 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The gavel was returned to Chair Johnson.
The Chair laid the following before the committee:
Testimony from Michigan residents who are having issues with unemployment.
Colby Bettis, owner of Two Hats Ranch spoke to the committee. Questions and discussion
followed.
Ilona Boilore spoke to the committee. Questions and discussion followed.
Chair Johnson made comments to the committee.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Steven Johnson adjourned the
meeting at 11:22 AM.
Representative Steven Johnson, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON WORKFORCE, TRADES, AND TALENT
REP. BETH GRIFFIN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, March 18, 2021
9:00 a.m.
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Committee on Workforce, Trades, and Talent was called to order by the Chair.
The Chair requested attendance be called. The Clerk called the attendance and a quorum was
present.
Present: Reps. Griffin, Martin, Howell, Farrington, Eisen, Markkanen, Sabo, Hope,
O'Neal.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Hope moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 11, 2021. There being
no objections, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4293 and HB 4294 before the committee:
HB 4293
(Rep. Damoose)
A bill to amend 1947 PA 336, entitled "An act to
prohibit strikes by certain public employees; to
provide review from disciplinary action with
respect thereto; to provide for the mediation of
grievances and the holding of elections; to declare
and protect the rights and privileges of public
employees; to require certain provisions in
collective bargaining agreements; to prescribe
means of enforcement and penalties for the
violation of the provisions of this act; and to make
appropriations," by amending section 15 (MCL
423.215), as amended by 2014 PA 414.
HB 4294
(Rep. Paquette)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The
revised school code," by amending section 1233
(MCL 380.1233), as amended by 2018 PA 418.
Representative Martin moved to refer House Bill No. 4293 to the Committee on Education.
The motion prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Griffin, Martin, Howell, Farrington, Eisen, Markkanen, Sabo, Hope, O'Neal.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Howell moved to refer House Bill No. 4294 to the Committee on Education.
The motion prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Griffin, Martin, Howell, Farrington, Eisen, Markkanen, Sabo, Hope, O'Neal.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid before the committee presentations from the West Michigan Construction
Institute, the Greater Michigan Construction Academy, and the Southeast Michigan
Construction Academy.
Jen Schottke from the West Michigan Construction Institute, Deanna Morley from the
Southeast Michigan Construction Academy and Stephanie Davis with the Greater Michigan
Construction Academy testified on what educational opportunities are available for going into
the construction workforce.
There being no further business before the committee; Representative Farrington moved that
the committee adjourn. There being no objections, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 9: 49
a.m.
Representative Beth Griffin, Chair
Joy Brewer
Committee Clerk
joybrewer@house.mi.gov


location: the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room

evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. DAN LAUWERS
SEN. WAYNE A. SCHMIDT
SEN. KIMBERLY A. LASATA
SEN. MICHAEL D. MACDONALD
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
S-132 CAPITOL BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1760
FAX: (517) 373-3487
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
March 18, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Economic and Small Business Development was scheduled for
Thursday, March 18, 2021, at 12:00 noon, in the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SR 16 (Sen. McBroom) with recommendation.
2. Reported HB 4040 (Rep. Frederick) with recommendation.
3. Reported SB 250 (S-1) (Sen. Bumstead) with recommendation and immediate effect.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:01 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Lauwers, Schmidt, LaSata, MacDonald,
Geiss and Moss, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Lauwers to adopt the meeting minutes from February 18, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Moss to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection,
Sen. McMorrow was excused from the meeting.
The Chair invited Senator McBroom to summarize SR 16.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SR 16:
William Miller, Operating Engineers Local 324 – Support
David Anderson, Aquila Resources – Support
Matt Johnson, Eagle Mine – Support
Caroline Leithen, Michigan Manufacturers Association – Support
Doug Needham, Michigan Aggregate Association – Support
Ania Edinger, Cleveland Cliffs Inc – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Schmidt to report SR 16 to the floor with recommendation that it be
adopted. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Lauwers, Schmidt, LaSata, MacDonald, Geiss, and Moss.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the resolution was reported.
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The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4040:
Jonathan Byrd, MI Laborers Union – Support
Lee Graham, Operating Engineers 324 – Support
Howard Hipes, Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Training Center – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report HB 4040 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Lauwers, Schmidt, LaSata, MacDonald, Geiss, and Moss.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair invited Sen. Bumstead to summarize SB 250 and (S-1) substitute.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 250. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Lauwers, Schmidt, LaSata, MacDonald, Geiss, and Moss.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 250 (S-1):
Dan Roma, National Coney Island, Inc – Support
John McNamara, Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association – Support
Amanda Fisher, NFIB – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding
SB 250 (S-1):
Mason Doerr and Scott Ellis, MLBA – Neutral
Dan Papineau, MI Chamber of Commerce – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report the (S-1) version of SB 250 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Lauwers, Schmidt, LaSata, and MacDonald.
Nays: Sen.(s) Geiss and Moss.
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 250. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:02 p.m.
Date Approved by Committee: May 13, 2021
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evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. JOHN BIZON, M.D., MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. RUTH A. JOHNSON
SEN. KIMBERLY A. LASATA
SEN. MICHAEL D. MACDONALD
SEN. LANA THEIS
SEN. WINNIE BRINKS, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. CURTIS HERTEL, JR.
SEN. SYLVIA SANTANA
SEN. PAUL WOJNO
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY AND
HUMAN SERVICES
SENATOR CURTIS S. VANDERWALL
CHAIR
4500 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1725
FAX: (517) 373-0741
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
March 18, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Health Policy and Human Services was scheduled for Thursday, March
18, 2021, at 1:00 p.m., in the Senate Hearing Room of the Boji Tower.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SB 12 (Sen. Zorn) with recommendation.
2. Reported SB 181 (Sen. VanderWall) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Reported SB 182 (Sen. Theis) with recommendation and immediate effect.
4. Reported SB 183 (Sen. MacDonald) with recommendation and immediate effect.
5. Reported SB 190 (S-1) (Sen. VanderWall) with recommendation and immediate effect.
6. Testimony regarding SB 155 (S-1) (Sen. Daley).
7. Testimony regarding SB 156 (Sen. Daley).
8. Testimony regarding SB 134 (Sen. VanderWall).
9. Testimony regarding SB 135 (Sen. Outman).
10. Testimony regarding HB 4067 (S-1) (Rep. Frederick).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:07 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis,
Brinks, Santana, and Wojno, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to adopt the meeting minutes from March 11, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 12:
Annie Patnaude, Americans for Prosperity – Support
Andy Johnston, Grand Rapids Chamber – Oppose
Dave Worthams, Michigan Manufacturers Association – Oppose
Greg George, Mackinac Center for Public Policy – Support
Micah Babcock, Small Business Association of Michigan – Oppose
Ryan Burtka, Michigan Ambulatory Surgery Association – Support
John Shaski, Sparrow Health System – Oppose
Scott Kempa, Michigan State Medical Society – Support
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The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 181:
Annie Patnaude, Americans for Prosperity – Support
Andy Johnston, Grand Rapids Chamber – Oppose
Dave Worthams, Michigan Manufacturers Association – Oppose
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 182:
Annie Patnaude, Americans for Prosperity – Support
Dave Worthams, Michigan Manufacturers Association – Support
John Shaski, Sparrow Health System – Support
Micah Babcock, Small Business Association of Michigan – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 183:
Annie Patnaude, Americans for Prosperity – Support
Dave Worthams, Michigan Manufacturers Association – Support
Micah Babcock, Small Business Association of Michigan – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 190:
Annie Patnaude, Americans for Prosperity – Support
Greg George, Mackinac Center for Public Policy – Support
Dave Worthams, Michigan Manufacturers Association – Neutral
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 181, SB
182 and SB 183:
Jaimie Cavanaugh, Institute for Justice – Support
Greg George, Mackinac Center for Public Policy – Support
The Chair offered, and summarized, an (S-1) version to SB 190.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report SB 12 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, and Theis
Nays: Sen.(s) Brinks, Santana, and Wojno
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report SB 181 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, and Theis
Nays: Sen.(s) Brinks, Santana, and Wojno
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 181. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to report SB 182 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Santana, and
Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
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The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 182. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report SB 183 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Santana, and
Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 183. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 190. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Santana, and
Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report the (S-1) version of SB 190 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Santana, and
Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 190 (S-1). Without objection, immediate
effect was recommended.
The Chair offered an (S-1) version to SB 155.
The Chair invited Sen. Daley to summarize SB 155, as well as the (S-1) version, and SB 156.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 155 and SB 156:
Tammy Martin, Citizen – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 155 and
SB 156:
Jillene Verdier, Citizen – Support
Gary Dougherty, American Diabetes Association – Support
Brian Sapita, Michigan Pharmacists Association – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 155:
Christine Shearer, Michigan Association of Health Plans – Support
At 1:23 p.m., Sen. Johnson left the meeting.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 156:
Christine Shearer, Michigan Association of Health Plans – Oppose
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The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 155. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Santana, and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair summarized SB 134 and SB 135.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 134:
Dr. Barry Sample, Quest Diagnostics – Support
David Reiner, Quest Diagnostics – Support
The Chair invited Craig Peterson, of Rep. Frederick's office, to summarize HB 4067.
The Chair offered, and summarized, an (S-1) version to HB 4067.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 4067. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Santana, and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4067:
Dr. Margaret Gingrich and Josh Kluzak, Michigan Dental Association – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4067:
Ellen Hyman, Michigan Oral Health Coalition – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4067 (S-
1):
Marnie Triemstra, Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs – Neutral
The Chair made a motion to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Sen. Hertel was
excused from the meeting.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:57 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: March 25, 2021
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location: Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building

evidence_text:
The Appropriations Subcommittee on Licensing and Regulatory Affairs/Insurance and Financial Services submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, March 18, 2021, at 8:30 a.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Nesbitt (C), MacDonald and Santana


evidence_text:
The Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture and Rural Development submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, March 18, 2021, at 3:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Victory (C), Daley and McCann


evidence_text:
The Appropriations Subcommittee on Universities and Community Colleges submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, March 18, 2021, at 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol

Present: Senators LaSata (C), Bizon, MacDonald and Irwin

Excused: Senators Horn, Zorn and Hertel

Scheduled Meetings

Appropriations – Wednesday, March 24, 2:00 p.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower (517) 373-5307

Subcommittees –

Agriculture and Rural Development – Thursday, March 25, 3:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768

Corrections and Judiciary – Wednesday, March 24, 11:30 a.m. or immediately following session, Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768

General Government – Wednesday, March 24, 3:00 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768

Licensing and Regulatory Affairs/Insurance and Financial Services – Thursday, March 25, 8:30 a.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768

Universities and Community Colleges – Thursday, March 25, 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

Energy and Technology – Wednesday, March 24, 12:30 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-1721

Families, Seniors, and Veterans – Wednesday, March 24, 3:00 p.m., Room 403, 4th Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-1721

Finance – Wednesday, March 24, 12:00 noon, Room 403, 4th Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-5312

Health Policy and Human Services – Thursday, March 25, 1:00 p.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower (517) 373-5323

Natural Resources – Wednesday, March 24, 8:30 a.m., Room 403, 4th Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373‑5312

Senator Lauwers moved that the Senate adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 12:18 p.m.

The President, Lieutenant Governor Gilchrist, declared the Senate adjourned until Wednesday, March 24, 2021, at 10:00 a.m.

MARGARET O’BRIEN

Secretary of the Senate


location: Room 327, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON COMMERCE AND TOURISM
REP. STEVE MARINO
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, March 23, 2021
9:00 AM
Room 327, House Office Building
The House Committee on Commerce and Tourism was called to order by Chair Marino.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Marino, Roth, Farrington, Wakeman, Wendzel, Martin, Cambensy, Cherry,
Manoogian, Whitsett, Liberati.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 16, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4471 before the committee:
HB 4471
(Rep. Allor)
A bill to prohibit employers from discriminating
against an individual because the individual has
not received or declines to receive certain
vaccinations; to prohibit retaliation; and to provide
remedies.
Representative Manoogian moved to refer HB 4471 to the Committee on Workforce, Trades,
and Talent. The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Marino, Roth, Farrington, Wakeman, Wendzel, Martin, Cambensy, Cherry,
Manoogian, Whitsett, Liberati.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4272 before the committee:
HB 4272
(Rep. Steven Johnson)
A bill to regulate the labeling of certain portable
fuel containers as made in and for use in
Michigan; and to make findings that, under certain
circumstances, portable fuel containers have not
entered or substantially affected interstate
commerce.
Representative Roth moved to report out HB 4272 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 8-3-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Marino, Roth, Farrington, Wakeman, Martin, Cambensy, Whitsett, Liberati.
Nays: Reps. Wendzel, Cherry, Manoogian.
Pass: None.
Larisa Draves and Janet Korn, representing the Michigan Association of Convention and
Visitor Bureaus, gave an overview presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion
followed.
Joe Miller, representing the Detroit Stage Employee Union, gave an overview presentation to
the committee. Questions and discussion followed.
Michael Zehnders, representing the Bavarian Inn, gave an overview presentation to the
committee. Questions and discussion followed.
Donna Duron and Jenny Harig, representing themselves, gave an overview presentation to the
committee. Questions and discussion followed.
Paul Hess and John McNamara, representing the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging
Association, gave an overview presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion
followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Representative Farrington moved to
adjourn the Committee. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous
consent. The Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:13 AM.
Representative Steve Marino, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION
REP. PAMELA HORNBERGER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, March 23,
2021
8:30
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Committee on Education was called to order by Chair Hornberger.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Green, Markkanen, O'Malley, Beeler, Damoose,
Posthumus, Camilleri, Brenda Carter, Koleszar, Shannon, Stone.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative O'Malley moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 16, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SB 118 before the committee:
SB 118
(Sen. McBroom)
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled "The state
school aid act of 1979," by amending section 163
(MCL 388.1763), as amended by 2020 PA 165.
Representative Paquette moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 118. The motion prevailed 13-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Green, Markkanen, O'Malley, Beeler, Damoose,
Posthumus, Camilleri, Brenda Carter, Koleszar, Shannon, Stone.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative O'Malley moved to report out SB 118 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
1). The motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Green, Markkanen, O'Malley, Beeler, Damoose,
Posthumus, Camilleri, Brenda Carter, Koleszar, Shannon, Stone.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 118, but did not wish to speak:
Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals.
Peter Spadafore, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents and
Administrators.
The Chair laid HB 4538 before the committee:
HB 4538
(Rep. Camilleri)
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled "The state
school aid act of 1979," by amending section 104
(MCL 388.1704), as amended by 2020 PA 165,
and by adding section 11b.
Representative Camilleri testified in support of HB 4538.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4538, but did not wish to speak:
Noah Smith, representing the Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights.
Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals.
Peter Spadafore, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents and
Administrators.
Todd Tennis, representing the American Federation of Teachers Michigan.
Representative Camilleri moved to report out HB 4538 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 11-0-2:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Green, Markkanen, Beeler, Damoose, Posthumus,
Camilleri, Brenda Carter, Koleszar, Shannon.
Nays: None.
Pass: Reps. O'Malley, Stone.
The Chair laid HB 4167 before the committee:
HB 4167
(Rep. Berman)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The
revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by
adding section 1263a.
Representative Berman and Tabitha Kerr testified in support of HB 4167. Questions and
discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4167, but did not wish to speak:
Peter Spadafore, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents and
Administrators.
Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards.
Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals.
The Chair laid the following before the committee:
Presentation on placing foreign exchange students during COVID-19
Lauren Sherr, a teacher and coordinator for foreign exchange students, testified before the
committee.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Pamela Hornberger adjourned the
meeting at 9:26 AM.
Representative Pamela Hornberger, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON ELECTIONS AND ETHICS
REP. ANN BOLLIN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, March 23, 2021
12:00 PM
Room 326, House Office Building
The House Committee on Elections and Ethics was called to order by Chair Bollin.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Whitsett moved to adopt the minutes from the March 16th, 2021 meeting.
There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4530, HB 4531, HB 4532 and HB 4533 before the committee:
HB 4530
(Rep. Calley)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," by amending sections 3, 52, 53, 92,
93, 132, 133, 162, 163, 192, 193, 253, 254, 322,
345, 349, 370, 409a, 412, 432, 433, 467a, 534,
535, 551, 559, 591, 592, 598, 611, 623a, 641, 642,
642a, 686a, 737a, 821, 963, and 970e (MCL
168.3, 168.52, 168.53, 168.92, 168.93, 168.132,
168.133, 168.162, 168.163, 168.192, 168.193,
168.253, 168.254, 168.322, 168.345, 168.349,
168.370, 168.409a, 168.412, 168.432, 168.433,
168.467a, 168.534, 168.535, 168.551, 168.559,
168.591, 168.592, 168.598, 168.611, 168.623a,
168.641, 168.642, 168.642a, 168.686a, 168.737a,
168.821, 168.963, and 168.970e), section 3 as
amended by 2018 PA 603, sections 53, 93, 133,
163, 193, and 551 as amended by 2012 PA 276,
sections 254, 433, and 467a as amended by 2018
PA 120, section 322 as amended by 2015 PA 103,
section 349 as amended by 2018 PA 654, section
370 as amended by 2014 PA 94, section 534 as
amended by 2018 PA 224, section 591 as amended
by 2012 PA 128, sections 592, 598, and 623a as
amended by 1988 PA 116, section 611 as amended
by 1996 PA 583, section 641 as amended by 2015
PA 197, section 642 as amended by 2015 PA 100,
section 642a as amended by 2012 PA 523, section
686a as amended by 1999 PA 216, section 737a as
amended by 2018 PA 611, section 821 as amended
by 2018 PA 614, section 963 as amended by 2015
PA 99, and section 970e as amended by 2015 PA
102.
HB 4531
(Rep. Filler)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The
revised school code," by amending sections 702
and 703 (MCL 380.702 and 380.703), as amended
by 2003 PA 299.
HB 4532
(Rep. Whitsett)
A bill to amend 1851 PA 156, entitled "An act to
define the powers and duties of the county boards
of commissioners of the several counties, and to
confer upon them certain local, administrative and
legislative powers; and to prescribe penalties for
the violation of the provisions of this act," by
amending section 16c (MCL 46.16c), as added by
1988 PA 37.
HB 4533
(Rep. Puri)
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised
judicature act of 1961," by amending sections 550,
550a, 805, 8175, and 8176 (MCL 600.550,
600.550a, 600.805, 600.8175, and 600.8176),
section 550 as amended by 2009 PA 228, section
550a as amended by 2012 PA 36, section 805 as
amended by 2011 PA 300, section 8175 as
amended by 1990 PA 54, and section 8176 as
amended by 2002 PA 92.
Representative Calley, testified in support of HB 4530. Questions and discussion followed.
Scott Urbanowski testified with a neutral position on HB 4530.
Representative Whitsett, testified in support of HB 4532.
Justin Roebuck, representing the Ottawa County Clerk/ Michigan Association of County
Clerks, testified in support of HB 4530, HB 4531, HB 4532 and HB 4533.
Adam Reames, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified in support of HB
4530, HB 4531, HB 4532 and HB 4533.
Lisa Lyons, representing the Kent County Clerk, testified in support of HB 4530, HB 4531,
HB 4532 and HB 4533.
Jason Roe, representing the Michigan Republican Party, testified in support of HB 4530, HB
4531, HB 4532 and HB 4533.
Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards, testified in
opposition to HB 4530 and HB 4531. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4530 and HB 4531, but did not
wish to speak:
Peter Spadafore, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents &
Administrators.
Mike Latvis, representing the Wayne RESA.
The School Equity Caucus.
ESA Legislative Group.
Chris Glass, representing the West Michigan Talent Triangle.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4530, HB 4531, HB 4532 and HB
4533, but did not wish to speak:
Mary Clark, representing the MI Association of Municipal Clerks.
Hallie Fox, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
The Chair laid HB 4491 before the committee:
HB 4491
(Rep. Fink)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," by amending sections 509o and 510
(MCL 168.509o and 168.510), section 509o as
amended by 2018 PA 126.
Representative Fink testified in support of HB 4491. Questions and discussion followed.
Justin Roebuck, representing the Ottawa County Clerk/ Michigan Association of County
Clerks, testified in support of HB 4491.
Mary Clark, representing the Delta Township Clerk/ Michigan Association of Municipal
Clerks, testified in support of HB 4491.
Adam Reames, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified with no position on
HB 4491.
Lisa Lyons, representing the Kent County Clerk, testified in support of HB 4491.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4491, but did not wish to speak:
Hallie Fox, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
The Chair laid HB 4528 before the committee:
HB 4528
(Rep. Posthumus)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," by amending sections 31, 683, and
730 (MCL 168.31, 168.683, and 168.730), section
31 as amended by 2012 PA 271, section 683 as
amended by 2018 PA 120, and section 730 as
amended by 1995 PA 261, and by adding section
730a.
Representative Posthumus, testified in support of HB 4528.
Erica Peresman, representing the Michigan Democratic Party, testified with no position on
HB 4528.
Adam Reames, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified with no position on
HB 4528.
Lisa Lyons, representing the Kent County Clerk, testified in support of HB 4528.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4528, but did not wish
to speak:
Hallie Fox, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4528, but did not wish to speak:
Tom Frazier, representing the Michigan Townships Association.
Mary Clark, representing the Delta Township Clerk.
Michigan Association of County Clerks.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Bollin adjourned the meeting at
1:03 PM.
Representative Ann Bollin, Chair
Amy Rostkowycz
Committee Clerk
arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON ENERGY
REP. JOE BELLINO
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, March 23,
2021
11:30
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Committee on Energy was called to order by Chairman Bellino.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Bellino, Markkanen, Hoitenga, Reilly, Berman, Paquette, Martin, Outman,
Roth, Manoogian, Sneller, Cherry, Haadsma, Morse, Puri, Scott.
Absent: Rep. Schroeder.
Excused: Rep. Schroeder.
Representative Martin joined the committee remotely.
Representative Haadsma moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 17, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Chairman Bellino laid before the committee an oversight hearing on the Line 5 Pipeline.
Jane Tomaszewski, representing Crystal Flash, gave a presentation to the committee.
Questions and discussion followed.
Wayne Kohley, representing Excel Propane, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions
and discussion followed.
Michael Sloan, representing ICF International, gave a presentation to the committee.
Questions and discussion followed.
Rocco Rossi, representing the Ontario Chamber of Commerce, gave a presentation to the
committee. Questions and discussion followed.
Joseph Mancinelli, representing the Laborer's International Union of North America, gave a
presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Outman moved to excuse Representative Schroeder from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Chairman Bellino adjourned the
meeting at 1:00 PM.
Representative Joe Bellino, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


location: Room 519, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
REP. GRAHAM FILLER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, March 23, 2021
9:00 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Committee on Judiciary was called to order by Chairman Filler.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Mueller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 16, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4447 before the committee:
HB 4447
(Rep. Lightner)
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised
judicature act of 1961," by amending sections 555,
821, 822, and 8202 (MCL 600.555, 600.821,
600.822, and 600.8202), sections 555 and 8202 as
amended by 2016 PA 31, section 821 as amended
by 2018 PA 6, and section 822 as amended by
2003 PA 40.
Representative Lightner, testified in support of HB 4447. Questions and discussion followed.
Tom Boyd, representing the State Court Administrative Office - Trial Court Funding
Commission, testified in opposition to HB 4447. Questions and discussion followed.
Judge Bill Kelly, representing the Michigan District Judges Association, testified in
opposition to HB 4447.
Bruce Timmons, representing the himself, testified in opposition to HB 4447.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4447, but did not wish to speak:
Gabrielle French, representing the Michigan Center for Youth Justice.
Meghann Keit, representing the Michigan Association of Counties.
The Chair laid HB 4118 and HB 4119 before the committee:
HB 4118
(Rep. Frederick)
A bill to amend 2017 PA 128, entitled "Law
enforcement officer separation of service record
act," by amending the title and sections 1, 2, 3,
and 5 (MCL 28.561, 28.562, 28.563, and 28.565),
section 5 as amended by 2018 PA 522, and by
adding section 6.
HB 4119
(Rep. Anthony)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 397, entitled "Bullard-
Plawecki employee right to know act," by
amending sections 7 and 9 (MCL 423.507 and
423.509), as amended by 2018 PA 521.
Representative Frederick and Representative Anthony testified in support of HB 4118 and
HB 4119. Questions and discussion followed.
Sheriff Brian BeGole, representing the Shiawassee County Sheriff's Office, testified in
support of HB 4118 and HB 4119.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4118 and HB 4119, but did not wish
to speak:
Matt Saxton, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association.
The Chair laid HB 4138 before the committee:
HB 4138
(Rep. Alexander)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending section 82113 (MCL 324.82113), as
amended by 1998 PA 297.
Representative Alexander testified in support of HB 4138. Questions and discussion
followed.
The Chair laid HB 4184 before the committee:
HB 4184
(Rep. O'Neal)
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised
judicature act of 1961," by amending section 8512
(MCL 600.8512), as amended by 2014 PA 384.
Representative Mueller moved to report out HB 4184 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4201, HB 4202, HB 4203 and HB 4204 before the committee:
HB 4201
(Rep. O'Malley)
A bill to amend 1990 PA 187, entitled "The pupil
transportation act," by amending section 59 (MCL
257.1859), as amended by 1996 PA 170.
HB 4202
(Rep. Tyrone Carter)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan
vehicle code," by amending section 682 (MCL
257.682), as amended by 2012 PA 263.
HB 4203
(Rep. Jones)
A bill to amend 1990 PA 187, entitled "The pupil
transportation act," by amending section 33 (MCL
257.1833), as amended by 2018 PA 422.
HB 4204
(Rep. VanWoerkom)
A bill to amend 1990 PA 187, entitled "The pupil
transportation act," (MCL 257.1801 to 257.1877)
by adding section 20.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4201, HB 4202, HB 4203 and HB
4204, but did not wish to speak:
Andy Neumann, representing the Michigan Education Association.
Representative Kahle moved to report out HB 4201 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 12-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Kahle, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, Clements, LaGrand,
Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen.
Nays: Rep. Steven Johnson.
Pass: None.
Representative Breen moved to report out HB 4202 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 11-1-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Kahle, Rendon, Wozniak, Clements, LaGrand, Yancey,
Bolden, Hope, Breen.
Nays: Rep. Steven Johnson.
Pass: Rep. Berman.
Representative Berman moved to report out HB 4203 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 12-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Kahle, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, Clements, LaGrand,
Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen.
Nays: Rep. Steven Johnson.
Pass: None.
Representative Breen moved to report out HB 4204 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 11-1-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Kahle, Rendon, Wozniak, Clements, LaGrand, Yancey,
Bolden, Hope, Breen.
Nays: Rep. Steven Johnson.
Pass: Rep. Berman.
There being no further business before the committee, Chairman Filler adjourned the meeting
at 9:42 AM.
Representative Graham Filler, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


location: Room 521, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON MILITARY, VETERANS AND HOMELAND SECURITY
REP. BEAU MATTHEW LAFAVE
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, March 23, 2021
12:00 PM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Committee on Military, Veterans and Homeland Security was called to order by
Chair LaFave.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Jones, Coleman, Rogers,
Steenland.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Coleman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 16, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SB 10 before the committee:
SB 10
(Sen. Theis)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled "Open
meetings act," by amending section 8 (MCL
15.268), as amended by 2018 PA 467.
The following person submitted a card in support of SB 10, but did not wish to speak:
Mark Sutton, representing the American Legion-Department of Michigan.
Representative Martin moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to SB 10. The motion prevailed 8-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Jones, Coleman, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Beeler moved to report SB 10 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The
motion prevailed 8-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Jones, Coleman, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4078 before the committee:
HB 4078
(Rep. LaFave)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending section 40111 (MCL 324.40111), as
amended by 2018 PA 272.
At 12:02 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 12:03 PM, the Majority Vice Chair Andrew Beeler called the committee back to order.
Chair LaFave introduced the bill. Questions and discussion followed.
At 12:08 PM, the Majority Vice Chair Andrew Beeler laid the committee at ease.
At 12:09 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4078, but did not wish to speak:
Tom Lambert, representing the Michigan Open Carry.
The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4078, but did not wish to speak:
Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
The committee returned to consideration of SB 10.
Representative Jones moved to reconsider the vote by which SB 10 was reported with
recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Jones, Coleman, Rogers, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Beeler moved to report out SB 10 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2).
The motion prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Jones, Coleman, Rogers, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Beau LaFave adjourned the
meeting at 12:10 PM.
Representative Beau LaFave, Chair
Matt Carnagie
Committee Clerk
mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY REFORM
REP. ROGER HAUCK
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, March 23,
2021
10:00
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Committee on Regulatory Reform was called to order by Chair Hauck.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Jones, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Steenland.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Clements moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 16, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4298, HB 4299, HB 4300, HB 4301, HB 4302, HB 4303 and HB 4304
before the committee:
HB 4298
(Rep. Cherry)
A bill to amend 1987 PA 96, entitled "The mobile
home commission act," by amending section 16
(MCL 125.2316), as amended by 2015 PA 40.
HB 4299
(Rep. Kahle)
A bill to amend 1987 PA 96, entitled "The mobile
home commission act," (MCL 125.2301 to
125.2350) by adding section 16b.
HB 4300
(Rep. Clements)
A bill to amend 1987 PA 96, entitled "The mobile
home commission act," by amending section 5
(MCL 125.2305), as amended by 2006 PA 328.
HB 4301
(Rep. Sneller)
A bill to amend 1987 PA 96, entitled "The mobile
home commission act," by amending sections 4,
35, and 43 (MCL 125.2304, 125.2335, and
125.2343), sections 4 and 43 as amended by 2015
PA 40.
HB 4302
(Rep. Mueller)
A bill to amend 1987 PA 96, entitled "The mobile
home commission act," (MCL 125.2301 to
125.2350) by adding section 28d.
HB 4303
(Rep. Witwer)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 454, entitled "Truth in
renting act," (MCL 554.631 to 554.641) by adding
section 4a.
HB 4304
(Rep. Hertel)
A bill to amend 1987 PA 96, entitled "The mobile
home commission act," (MCL 125.2301 to
125.2350) by adding section 30j.
Representative Mueller and Representative Cherry testified in support of HB 4298, HB 4299,
HB 4300, HB 4301, HB 4302, HB 4303 and HB 4304. Questions and discussion followed.
Jean Doss, representing the Michigan Poverty Law Program and The Center for Civil Justice,
testified in support of HB 4298, HB 4299, HB 4300, HB 4301, HB 4302, HB 4303 and HB
4304.
Holly Hook, representing MH Action/Manufactured Housing, testified in support of HB
4298, HB 4299, HB 4300, HB 4301, HB 4302, HB 4303 and HB 4304.
Jason Hanselman and Veronica D'Hondt, representing the Michigan Manufactured Housing
Association, testified in support of HB 4298, HB 4299, HB 4300, HB 4301, HB 4302, HB
4303 and HB 4304. Questions and discussion followed.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4298, HB 4299, HB 4300, HB 4301,
HB 4302, HB 4303 and HB 4304, but did not wish to speak:
Carol Johnson, representing Manufactured Housing Action.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4304, but did not wish
to speak:
Adam Reames, representing the Michigan Department of State.
Haleigh Krombeen, representing the Michigan Credit Union League.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4304, but did not wish to speak:
Brad Ward, representing Michigan Realtors.
The Chair laid HB 4249, HB 4250 and HB 4251 before the committee:
HB 4249
(Rep. Hammoud)
A bill to amend 2016 PA 281, entitled "Medical
marihuana facilities licensing act," by amending
sections 502 and 504 (MCL 333.27502 and
333.27504), section 502 as amended by 2018 PA
648 and section 504 as amended by 2018 PA 10,
and by adding section 407b.
HB 4250
(Rep. Hammoud)
A bill to amend 2018 IL 1, entitled "Michigan
Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act," by
amending sections 3, 11, and 15 (MCL 333.27953,
333.27961, and 333.27965), section 3 as amended
by 2020 PA 208.
HB 4251
(Rep. Bellino)
A bill to prohibit the sale of vapor products or
alternative nicotine products that contain vitamin
E acetate; and to prescribe penalties.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4249 and HB 4250, but did not wish
to speak:
Kevin McKinney, representing the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association.
Representative Bellino explained H-1 to HB 4249.
Representative Bellino moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4249. The motion prevailed
15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Jones, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Clements moved to report out HB 4249 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-1). The motion prevailed 15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Jones, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hoitenga moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4250. The motion prevailed
15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Jones, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Damoose moved to report out HB 4250 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-1). The motion prevailed 15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Jones, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wendzel moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4251. The motion prevailed
15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Jones, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Bellino moved to report out HB 4251 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
1). The motion prevailed 15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Jones, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4295 before the committee:
HB 4295
(Rep. Alexander)
A bill to amend 2016 PA 281, entitled "Medical
marihuana facilities licensing act," by amending
section 402 (MCL 333.27402), as amended by
2018 PA 582.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4295, but did not wish to speak:
Kevin McKinney, representing the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association.
Representative Bellino offered the following amendment to HB 4295:
1. Amend page 2, line 12, after "years." by inserting "This subdivision does not
apply to a marihuana-related felony.".
2. Amend page 2, line 18, after "state." by inserting "This subdivision does not apply
to a marihuana-related misdemeanor or ordinance violation.".
3. Amend page 4, line 11, after "violations" by inserting "or marihuana-related
offenses".
Representative Bellino moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4295. The motion prevailed 15-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Jones, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Mueller moved to report HB 4295 as amended, as substitute (H-1). The
motion prevailed 14-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Outman,
Hertel, Jones, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: Rep. Damoose.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4382 before the committee:
HB 4382
(Rep. Mueller)
A bill to require certain standards for smoke alarm
and certain other devices; and to prohibit certain
conduct.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4382, but did not wish to speak:
Jay Kleinhardt, a firefighter from the Clare Fire Department.
Representative Mueller moved to report out HB 4382 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 13-1-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Bellino, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel,
Jones, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: Rep. Hall.
Pass: Rep. Hoitenga.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hauck adjourned the meeting at
10:40 AM.
Representative Roger Hauck, Chair
Molly Wingrove
Committee Clerk
mwingrove@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION
REP. JACK O'MALLEY
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, March 23, 2021
10:30 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Committee on Transportation was called to order by Chair O'Malley.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Howell, Griffin, LaFave, Berman, Carra, Roth, Sneller,
Clemente, Shannon, Liberati, Puri.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representatives Clemente and Shannon attended the meeting remotely.
Representative Berman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 16, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid the presentation from the Asphalt Pavement Association of Michigan before
the committee.
Brett Stanton, Jason Reinhart, and Chuck Mills, all representing the Asphalt Pavement
Association of Michigan, provided a presentation on the 2021 Asphalt Pavement Association
of Michigan Introduction. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid the presentation from the Michigan Concrete Association before the
committee.
Daniel DeGraaf, representing the Michigan Concrete Association, provided a presentation on
the Michigan Concrete Association. Questions and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jack O'Malley adjourned the
meeting at 11:17 AM.
Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov


location: Room 403 of the Capitol Building

evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. LANA THEIS, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JOHN BIZON, M.D.
SEN. JEFF IRWIN, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT
SENATOR ED MCBROOM
CHAIR
7200 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7840
FAX: (517) 373-3932
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
March 23, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Oversight was scheduled for Tuesday, March 23, 2021, at 8:00 a.m., in
Room 403 of the Capitol Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SB 232 (Sen. Moss) with recommendation.
2. Reported SB 233 (Sen. McBroom) with recommendation.
3. Reported SB 234 (Sen. McBroom) with recommendation.
4. Reported SB 235 (Sen. Moss) with recommendation.
5. Reported SB 236 (Sen. McBroom) with recommendation.
6. Reported SB 237 (Sen. Moss) with recommendation.
7. Reported SB 238 (Sen. McBroom) with recommendation.
8. Reported SB 239 (Sen. McBroom) with recommendation.
9. Reported SB 240 (Sen. Moss) with recommendation.
10. Reported SB 241 (Sen. McBroom) with recommendation.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 8:09 a.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Theis, Bizon and Irwin, a quorum was present.
Chair McBroom invited the committee to recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
Chair McBroom entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to adopt the meeting minutes from March 16, 2021.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair brought up SB's 232-241. Member questions followed.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to report SB 232 to the floor with recommendation that the bill
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Theis, Bizon and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report SB 233 to the floor with recommendation that the bill
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Theis, Bizon and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to report SB 234 to the floor with recommendation that the bill
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Theis, Bizon and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report SB 235 to the floor with recommendation that the bill
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Theis, Bizon and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report SB 236 to the floor with recommendation that the bill
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Theis, Bizon and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to report SB 237 to the floor with recommendation that the bill
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Theis, Bizon and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to report SB 238 to the floor with recommendation that the bill
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Theis, Bizon and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report SB 239 to the floor with recommendation that the bill
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Theis, Bizon and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report SB 240 to the floor with recommendation that the bill
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Theis, Bizon and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to report SB 241 to the floor with recommendation that the bill
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Theis, Bizon and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair McBroom moved to adjourn the committee at 8:15
a.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.
Date Adopted by the Committee: 04/20/2021


evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. LANA THEIS, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. RUTH A. JOHNSON
SEN. DAN LAUWERS
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL
SEN. DALE W. ZORN
SEN. JEREMY MOSS, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. DAYNA POLEHANKI
SEN. PAUL WOJNO
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY REFORM
SENATOR ARIC NESBITT
CHAIR
6100 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-0793
FAX: (517) 373-5607
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
March 23, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Regulatory Reform was scheduled for Tuesday, March 23, 2021, at 3:00
p.m., in the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SB 141 (S-1) (Sen. Schmidt) with recommendation.
2. Reported SB 142 (S-1) (Sen. Brinks) with recommendation.
3. Reported SB 143 (S-1) (Sen. Moss) with recommendation.
4. Reported SB 144 (S-1) (Sen. VanderWall) with recommendation.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss,
Polehanki and Wojno, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to adopt the meeting minutes from March 16, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 141. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and Wojno.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Moss to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 142. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and Wojno.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 143. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and Wojno.
Nays: None
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The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 144. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and Wojno.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 141:
Lauve – No Position
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 141, SB
142, SB 143 and SB 144:
Matt Miner, Midwest Independent Retailer Association – Opposition
Brendan Ringlever, Michigan Spirits Association – Opposition
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Moss to report the (S-1) version of SB 141 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and Wojno.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report the (S-1) version of SB 142 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and Wojno.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Moss to report the (S-1) version of SB 143 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and Wojno.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report the (S-1) version of SB 144 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and Wojno.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:10 p.m.
Date adopted by committee: 4/13/21
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evidence_text:
The Appropriations Subcommittee on Community Health/Human Services submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, March 23, 2021, at 8:00 a.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower

Present: Senators Outman (C), Bizon, Daley, LaSata, MacDonald, Schmidt, Santana, Irwin, Brinks and Hollier


evidence_text:
The Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor and Economic Opportunity/MEDC submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, March 23, 2021, at 3:00 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Horn (C) and Schmidt

Excused: Senator Hertel


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The Appropriations Subcommittee on Natural Resources and Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, March 23, 2021, at 3:00 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Bumstead (C), Bizon, Victory, McCann and Bayer

Scheduled Meetings

Appropriations –

Subcommittees –

Agriculture and Rural Development – Thursday, March 25, 3:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768

Licensing and Regulatory Affairs/Insurance and Financial Services – Thursday, March 25, 8:30 a.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768

Universities and Community Colleges – Thursday, March 25, 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

Health Policy and Human Services – Thursday, March 25, 1:00 p.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower (517) 373-5323

Senator Lauwers moved that the Senate adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 11:44 a.m.

The President, Lieutenant Governor Gilchrist, declared the Senate adjourned until Thursday, March 25, 2021, at 10:00 a.m.

MARGARET O’BRIEN

Secretary of the Senate


evidence_text:
**DRAFT**
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
March 23, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Community Health/Human Services was scheduled
for Tuesday, March 23, 2021, at 8:00 a.m., in the Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 8:01 a.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Outman, Sen.(s) Daley, LaSata, MacDonald, Schmidt, Irwin, and
Brinks, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata, supported by Sen. Schmidt, to adopt the meeting minutes from
March 16, 2021. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding
Kate Massey, Senior Deputy Director for Medical Services Administration, Department of Health and
Human Services – Support
Dominick Pallone, Executive Director of the Michigan Association of Health Plans – Support
Mike Dow, Executive Director for the Michigan Behavior Analysis Providers Association – Support
Colleen Allen, President and CEO of the Autism Alliance of Michigan – Support
At 8:03 a.m., Sen. Jeff Irwin left the meeting.
At 8:06 a.m., Sen. Sylvia Santana entered the meeting.
At 8:06 a.m., Sen. Adam Hollier entered the meeting.
At 8:20 a.m., Sen. John Bizon entered the meeting.
At 8:53 a.m., Sen. John Bizon left the meeting.
At 8:53 a.m., Sen. Kimberly LaSata left the meeting.
At 8:54 a.m., Sen. Wayne Schmidt left the meeting.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Daley, to
adjourn the committee at 9:51 a.m.Without objection, the committee was adjourned.
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE
REP. JULIE ALEXANDER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, March 24, 2021
10:30 AM
Room 326, House Office Building
The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Alexander.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Alexander, Posthumus, Bellino, Rendon, Filler, Carra, Garza, Cambensy,
Hope, Witwer, Puri.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Cambensy attended the meeting remotely.
Representative Bellino moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 10, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Char laid the Michigan Agriculture Day presentation before the committee.
Andrew Vermeesch and Ernie Birchmeier, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau, provided
a presentation on Michigan Agriculture. Questions and discussion followed.
President and CEO Dave Armstrong, representing GreenStone Farm Credit Services,
provided a presentation on GreenStone FCS and their role in Michigan Agriculture.
Questions and discussion followed.
Chuck Lippstreu, representing the Michigan Agri-Business Association, provided a
presentation on the Michigan Agri-Business Association and their role in the Michigan
Agriculture Industry. Questions and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Julie Alexander adjourned the
meeting at 11:27 AM.
Representative Julie Alexander, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov