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
May 15, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Natural Resources was scheduled for Wednesday, May 15, 2019, at
8:30 a.m., in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SR 49 (Sen. McBroom).
2. Testimony regarding SB 37 (Sen. VanderWall).
_______________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 8:32 a.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time,
the following members were present: Chairman McBroom, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Outman, Schmidt, and
McCann, a quorum was present.
The Chairman invited the committee to recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Bumstead to adopt the committee meeting minutes from April
24, 2019. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman summarized SR 49 for the committee.
The Chairman read the card of the individual not wishing to present testimony regarding SR 49:

Thomas Gilpin, Michigan Sierra Club – oppose.
Testifying remotely from Baraga County, Michigan, the Chairman invited the following individuals to
present testimony regarding SR 49:

Mike Koskinen read a statement submitted by the Baraga County Board of Commissioners in
support of SR 49.

Jeffrey Loman, member of the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community – oppose. Member
questions followed.

Chris Schwartz, President, Keweenaw Bay Indian Community - oppose.

Jane Kahkonen, Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Air Quality Specialist – oppose. Member
questions followed.
The Chairman recognized Director Clark of the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and
Energy was in attendance.
The Chairman invited Sen. VanderWall to summarize SB 37 for the committee.
The Chairman invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 37:

Sharon Sikkenga, Citizen – support.

Rick Johnson, Citizen – support. Member questions followed.

Greg Bird, Michigan Vegetable Council – support. Member questions followed.

Paul Sikkenga, Citizen – support.

Larry and Ken Westmaas, Citizens – support.

Mark Bartholomew, Citizen – support.
The Chairman invited the following individual to present testimony remotely from Baraga County,
Michigan:

Jordan Hoover, Citizen – support.
The Chairman invited the following individuals to present testimony remotely from Escanaba, Michigan:

Dale McNamee, Citizen – support.

Al Ettenhoffer, UP White Tails & UP Sportsmen’s Alliance – support.

Dave Johnson, Citizen – support.
The Chairman read the cards of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB 37:

Ed Beckley, M-65 Bait Shop – support.

Andrew Vermeesch, Michigan Farm Bureau – oppose.

Amy Trotter, Michigan United Conservation Clubs – oppose.

Nick Green, Michigan United Conservation Clubs – oppose.

Greg Peter, Vice President, Michigan Untied Conservation Clubs – oppose.

George Lindquist, UP Whitetails of Marquette County – oppose.

Thomas Gilpin, Michigan Sierra Club – oppose.

Dale Hendershot, Michigan Trappers and Predator Callers – oppose.

Jane Finnerty, Cadillac Sportsman’s Club – oppose.

Patrick Hogan, Tomahawk Archers – oppose.

Dan McMaster, Shiawassee Conservation Association – oppose.

Nick Buggia, Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation – oppose.

Roger Calhoun, Livingston County Wildlife and Conservation Club – oppose.

Karl Olsen, Chelsea Rod and Gun Club – oppose.

David VanLopik, Kalamazoo Road and Gun Club – oppose.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead
to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:53 a.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 05/22/19


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MEMBERS:
SEN. DAN LAUWERS, VICE CHAIR
SEN. KIM LASATA
SEN. ARIC NESBITT
SEN. KEVIN DALEY
SEN. TOM BARRETT
SEN. KEN HORN
SEN. ERIKA GEISS, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. MARSHALL BULLOCK
SEN. MALLORY MCMORROW
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON INSURANCE AND BANKING
SENATOR LANA THEIS
CHAIR
7400 BINSFELD BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-2420
FAX: (517) 373-2764
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 15, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Insurance and Banking was scheduled for Tuesday, May 7, 2019, at 9:00
a.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SB 305 (S-1) (Sen. Hollier) with recommendation and immediate effect.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairwoman called the meeting to order at 9:04 a.m.
She instructed the clerk to call the roll. At that time, the following members were present: Chairwoman Theis,
Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Nesbitt, Daley, Barrett, Horn, Geiss, Bullock, and McMorrow, a quorum was present.
The Chairwoman entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to adopt the meeting minutes from May 7, 2019. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairwoman invited Sen. Hollier to summarize SB 305.
The Chairwoman recessed the committee from 9:15 a.m. until 9:18 a.m.
The Chairwoman asked the Clerk to read the testimony cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before
the committee regarding SB 305:
Nancy Adams, Citizen – Oppose
Erin Gust, Clients and Staff Dignitas – Oppose
Britney Malacara-Haymon, Citizen – Oppose
Kelly Whalen, CPAN – Oppose
Shannon Lambert, Dignitas – Oppose
Jose Bocanegra, Dignitas – Oppose
Aaron Klassen, Galaxy Brain and Therapy Center – Oppose
Evan Yates, Work Skills Corp – Oppose
Amy Sheibar, Work Skills Corporation – Oppose
Deborah Roels, Work Skills Corporation – Oppose
Kimberly Nolan, Progressive Alternatives – Oppose
Andrew Mac, AMAC Pharmacy Services – Oppose
Tamara Ragon, Inspire Home Care – Oppose
Tim Hoste, Michigan Brain Injury Provider Council – Oppose
Kevin McKinney, CPAN – Oppose
Jeffrey Junkas, American Property Casualty Insurance Association – Oppose
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Mirta Van Etten, CPAN – Oppose
Victoria Calhoun, CPAN – Oppose
Bobby Thomas, CPAN – Oppose
Stephanie Guzak, Dignitas – Oppose
The Chairwoman recessed the committee from 9:21 a.m. until 9:25 a.m.
Sen. Lauwers offered an (S-1) substitute to SB 305.
The Chairwoman entertained a motion by Sen. Lauwers to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 305. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chairwoman Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Nesbitt, Daley, Barrett, Horn, and Geiss, Bullock,
and McMorrow.
Nays: None.
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chairwoman invited Sen. McMorrow to summarize amendment #1 to the (S-1) of SB 305.
The Chairwoman entertained a motion by Sen. McMorrow to adopt amendment #1 to the (S-1) version of SB
305. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Sen.(s) Geiss, Bullock, and McMorrow.
Nays: Chairwoman Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Nesbitt, Daley, Barrett, and Horn.
The motion failed and the amendment was not adopted.
The Chairwoman invited Sen. Geiss to summarize amendment #2 to the (S-1) of SB 305.
The Chairwoman entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to adopt amendment #2 to the (S-1) version of SB 305.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Sen.(s) Geiss, Bullock, and McMorrow.
Nays: Chairwoman Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Nesbitt, Daley, Barrett, and Horn.
The motion failed and the amendment was not adopted.
The Chairwoman entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to report SB 305 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation
that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairwoman Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Nesbitt, Daley, Barrett, and Horn
Nays: None.
Pass: Sen.(s) Geiss, Bullock, McMorrow
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chairwoman moved for immediate effect for SB 305. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairwoman moved to adjourn the committee.
Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:29 a.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 6/19/19
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MEMBERS:
SEN. ARIC NESBITT, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. KEVIN DALEY
SEN. JON BUMSTEAD
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL
SEN. STEPHANIE CHANG, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. BETTY JEAN ALEXANDER
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
SENATOR JIM RUNESTAD
CHAIR
7500 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1758
FAX: (517) 373-0938
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 15, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Finance was scheduled for Wednesday, May 15, 2019, at 12:30 p.m.,
in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SB 47 (Sen. Barrett) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported SB 48 (Sen. Barrett) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Reported SB 269 (Sen. Geiss) with recommendation and immediate effect.
4. Testimony regarding HB 4121 (Rep. Byrd).
_______________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 12:34 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time,
the following members were present: Chairman Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall,
Chang and Alexander, a quorum was present.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to adopt the meeting minutes from April 24, 2019.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman brought up SB 47 and SB 48.
The following cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB’s 47 and
48:
Christina Fairbanks, Michigan Realtors – support
Alia Phillips, Michigan League of Conservation Voters – support
Steve Bieda, Michigan Department of Treasury – support
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to report SB 47 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chairman moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 47. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to report SB 48 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chairman moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 48. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chairman invited Sen. Geiss to summarize SB 269.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to report SB 269 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, Chang and Alexander
Nays: Senator VanderWall
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chairman moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 269. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chairman invited Rep. Byrd to summarize HB 4121.
The Chairman invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4121:
DeVonna McCraw, Citizen – support
Carl Stafford, Wayne County Treasurer’s Office – support
Michele Oberholtzer, United Community Housing Coalition - support
The following cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding HB 4121:
Steve Bieda, Michigan Department of Treasury – support
Chris Hackbath, Michigan Municipal League – support
Christian Fairbanks, Michigan Realtors – support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairman moved to adjourn the meeting. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:56 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 05/22/2019


location: the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Building

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MEMBERS:
SEN. TOM BARRETT, VICE CHAIR
SEN. JIM RUNESTAD
SEN. RUTH JOHNSON
SEN. DALE ZORN
SEN. MARSHALL BULLOCK, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. BETTY JEAN ALEXANDER
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON FAMILIES, SENIORS,
AND VETERANS
SENATOR JOHN BIZON, M.D.
CHAIR
3400 BINSFELD BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-2426
FAX: (517) 373-2964
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 15, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Families, Seniors, and Veterans was scheduled for Wednesday, May 15,
2019, at 3:00 p.m., in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 4304 (Rep. Vaupel) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported HB 4305 (Rep. Vaupel) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Presentation by Harold Mast, Clare Luz, and Ryan Cowmeadow, of the Area Agency on Aging, Impart
Alliance, and 4AM, respectively.
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 3:07 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chairman Bizon, Sen.(s) Barrett, Runestad, Johnson, Zorn, Bullock, and
Alexander; a quorum was present.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Runestad to adopt the meeting minutes from May 8, 2019. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman invited Rep. Vaupel to summarize HBs 4304 and 4305
The Chairman invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HBs 4304 and 4305:
Michael Adrian, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services – Support
The Chairman read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HBs
4304 and 4305:
Sandy Erskine, Friend of the Court Association – Support
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Alexander to report HB 4304 to the floor with recommendation that
it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Bizon, Sen.(s) Barrett, Runestad, Johnson, Zorn, Bullock, and Alexander
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chairman moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4304. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
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The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to report HB 4305 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Bizon, Sen.(s) Barrett, Runestad, Johnson, Zorn, Bullock, and Alexander
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chairman moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4305. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chairman invited Harold Mast, of the Area Agency on Aging, Clare Luz, of Impart Alliance, and Ryan
Cowmeadow, of 4AM, to deliver a presentation.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairman moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 4:04 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 5/22/19


location: Room 327, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON COMMERCE AND TOURISM
REP. STEVE MARINO
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, May 16, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 327, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Commerce and Tourism was called to order by the Chair
Marino.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Marino, Wendzel, Reilly, Meerman, Schroeder, Wakeman, Camilleri, Hope,
Manoogian, Robinson.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Cambensy.
Representative Wendzel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 25, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4544 and HB 4545 before the committee:
HB 4544
(Rep. Iden)
A bill to amend 1969 PA 317, entitled
“Worker’s disability compensation act of 1969,"(MCL
418.101 to 418.941) by adding section 123.
HB 4545
(Rep. Lilly)
A bill to amend 2010 PA 370, entitled
“Michigan professional employer organization regulatory
act,” by amending section 17 (MCL 338.3737), as amended
by 2011 PA 125.
Representatives Brandt Iden and Jim Lilly, explained their bills.
Greg Packer, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer for AccessPoint and Chair of the Michigan
Leadership Council, testified in support of Questions and discussion followed.
Anthony Falzone, Director of Finance for Human Capital, testified in support of
Robert J. MacDonald, Attorney, representing the Michigan Association for Justice, testified in
opposition of Questions and discussion followed.
Mr. Parker came forward to clarify the main intentions of the bills.
Representative Camilleri moved to excuse Representative Cambensy from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Darrin Camilleri adjourned the
meeting at 9:48 AM.
Representative Steve Marino, Chair
Joy Brewer
Committee Clerk
joybrewer@house.mi.gov


location: Room 519, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY
REP. HANK VAUPEL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, May 16, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Health Policy was called to order by the Chair Vaupel.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Frederick moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 2, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4412 before the committee:
HB 4412
(Rep. Kahle)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled
“Public health code,"(MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by
adding section 17766g.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4412, but did not wish to speak:
Christine Shearer.
Representative Liberati moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4412. The motion prevailed 18-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Koleszar, Pohutsky, Stone,
Witwer.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
At 10:38 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 10:41 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Representative Frederick moved to refer House Bill No. 4412 to the committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 18-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Koleszar, Pohutsky, Stone,
Witwer.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. Ellison.
The Chair laid HB 4451 before the committee:
HB 4451
(Rep. Calley)
A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled “The
insurance code of 1956,"(MCL 500.100 to 500.8302) by
adding section 3406u.
Representative Lower, testified in support of the bill.
Representative Lower moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4451. The motion prevailed 19-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Lower moved to refer House Bill No. 4451 to the committee on Ways and Means,
with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 19-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4451, but did not wish to
speak:
Gabe Basso, representing the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4451, but did not wish to speak:
Rudy Hobbs, representing the Michigan Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons.
The Chair laid HB 4325 before the committee:
HB 4325
(Rep. Miller)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled
“Public health code,” by amending sections 18101, 18107,
18111, and 18115 (MCL 333.18101, 333.18107, 333.18111,
and 333.18115), sections 18101 and 18111 as added by 1988
PA 421, section 18107 as amended by 1989 PA 262, and
section 18115 as amended by 2006 PA 429, and by adding
sections 18106 and 18116.
Representative Miller, along with Napoleon Harrington, Irene Ametrano, Jim Blundo and Sara
Sue Schaeffer, all representing the Michigan Manufactured Housing Association, testified in
support of the bill. Questions and discussion followed.
Dr. Judith Kovach, representing the Michigan Psychological Association and Dr. Mary Clark,
representing the Michigan Association of Professional Psychologist, testified in opposition to the
bill.
Dr. Thomas Clark, Alpha Psychological Services., testified in opposition to HB 4325.
Jeff Toepler, Michigan Association of Professional Psychologist., testified in opposition to HB
4325.
Elissa Patterson, the Michigan Psychological Association., testified in opposition to HB 4325.
Joy Wolfe Ensor, the Michigan Psychological Association., testified in opposition to HB 4325.
Kristin Sheridan, the Michigan Psychological Association., testified in opposition to HB 4325.
Mage Aramian, Michigan Association of Professional Psychologist., testified in opposition to HB
4325.
Ross Beckley, himself., testified in opposition to HB 4325.
Dane Vermeris, the Michigan Psychological Association., testified in opposition to HB 4325.
Dr. Angela Pinheiro, the Michigan Psychiatric Society., testified in opposition to HB 4325.
Christin Nohner, the Michigan State Medical Society., testified in opposition to HB 4325.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Hank Vaupel adjourned the meeting
at 11:18 AM.
Representative Hank Vaupel, Chair
Sondra Gordon
Committee Clerk
sgordon@house.mi.gov


location: Room 521, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON INSURANCE
REP. DAIRE L RENDON
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, May 16, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Insurance was called to order by the Chair Rendon.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Rendon, Markkanen, Webber, Vaupel, Bellino, Frederick, Hoitenga, LaFave,
Berman, Paquette, Wittenberg, Gay-Dagnogo, Lasinski, Sneller, Bolden, B. Carter, Coleman.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Wittenberg moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 18, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4044 before the committee:
HB 4044
(Rep. Hoitenga) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The
insurance code of 1956," by amending sections 1205 and
1239 (MCL 500.1205 and 500.1239), section 1205 as
amended by 2008 PA 422 and section 1239 as amended by
2008 PA 423.
Representative Hoitenga explained the proposed substitute (H-2).
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4044, but did not wish to
speak:
Matt Wesolek, representing the Michigan Association of Insurance Agents.
Ryan Burtlsa, representing the Michigan Association of Health Underwriters.
Karin Gyger, representing the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services.
Representative Markkanen moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4044. The motion prevailed
17-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Rendon, Markkanen, Webber, Vaupel, Bellino, Frederick, Hoitenga, LaFave,
Berman, Paquette, Wittenberg, Gay-Dagnogo, Lasinski, Sneller, Bolden, B. Carter, Coleman.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Webber moved to refer House Bill No. 4044 to the committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 17-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Rendon, Markkanen, Webber, Vaupel, Bellino, Frederick, Hoitenga, LaFave,
Berman, Paquette, Wittenberg, Gay-Dagnogo, Lasinski, Sneller, Bolden, B. Carter, Coleman.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4508 before the committee:
HB 4508
(Rep. Webber) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The
insurance code of 1956," by amending section 1202 (MCL
500.1202), as amended by 2016 PA 114, and by adding
chapter 12b.
Representative Webber testified in support of the bill. Questions and discussion followed.
Bob Stefanski, representing the American International Group, joined by John Fielding,
representing the United States Travel Insurance Association, testified in support of the bill.
Questions and discussion followed.
Karin Gyger and Michele Riddering, both representing the Michigan Department of Insurance
and Financial Services, both testified with no position on the bill. Questions and discussion
followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Daire Rendon adjourned the meeting
at 9:35 AM.
Representative Daire Rendon, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov


location: Room 326, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT
REP. MATT HALL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, May 16, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 326, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Oversight was called to order by the Chair Hall.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hall, Reilly, Webber, S Johnson, LaFave, Schroeder, C Johnson, Camilleri,
LaGrand.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Reilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 2, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4336 and HB 4574 before the committee:
HB 4336
(Rep. Johnson) A bill to amend 2003 PA 1, entitled "An act
to provide for the audit and examination of this state and
state funds; to provide for the audit and examination of the
books and accounts of all branches, departments, offices,
boards, commissions, agencies, authorities, and institutions
of this state; to prescribe powers and duties of certain state
officers and employees; to provide for access to certain
records; to provide for the subpoena of witnesses and
production of documents and records; to prescribe penalties;
and to provide for the administration of this act," by
amending the title and section 1 (MCL 13.101).
HB 4574
(Rep. LaGrand) A bill to amend 1846 RS 1, entitled "Of the
statutes," (MCL 8.1 to 8.9) by adding section 6a.
Representative S. Johnson testified in support of HB 4336 and HB 4574.
Doug Ringler and Laura Hirst, representing the Office of the Auditor General, testified in support
of HB 4336 and HB 4574. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid HB 4435 and HB 4436 before the committee:
HB 4435
(Rep. Reilly)
A bill to protect the right of free speech and
assembly on the campuses of public universities and
community and junior colleges; to provide for enforcement
of that right; and to provide remedies.
HB 4436
(Rep. Reilly)
A bill to promote and safeguard the right of
free speech and assembly on the campuses of public
universities and community and junior colleges; and to
provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local
governmental officers and entities.
Representative Reilly testified in support of HB 4435 and HB 4436.
The chair handed the gavel over to Vice-Chair Reilly at 11:03 a.m.
Evan Oudekerk, Young Americans for Liberty, testified in support of HB 4435 and HB 4436.
Questions and discussion followed.
Armand Alacbay, representing American Council of Trustees and Alumni, testified in support of
HB 4435 and HB 4436. Questions and discussion followed.
Lance Kinzer, representing the First Amendment Partnership, testified in support of HB 4435 and
HB 4436 via video call. Questions and discussion followed.
Hoa An Pham, representing the Michigan Student Power Network, testified in opposition of HB
4435 and HB 4436. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in opposition of HB 4435 and HB 4436, but due to the
time constraints were unable to speak:
Miriam Saperstein, representing herself.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4435 and HB 4436, but did not wish to
speak:
Tony Daunt, representing the Michigan Freedom Fund.
The following people submitted a card in opposition of HB 4435 and HB 4436, but did not wish
to speak:
Sharif Krabti, representing the himself as a student at the University of Michigan.
Merissa Kovach, representing the American Civil Liberties Union.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Matt Hall adjourned the meeting
from the floor at 12:54 PM.
Representative Matt Hall, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS
REP. BRANDT IDEN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, May 16,
2019
10:30
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Standing Committee on Ways and Means was called to order by the Chair Iden.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 14, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative Warren moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 15, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4069 and HB 4465 before the committee:
HB 4069
(Rep. Kahle)
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The
general property tax act,” by amending sections 27 and 34d
(MCL 211.27 and 211.34d), section 27 as amended by 2013
PA 162 and section 34d as amended by 2014 PA 164.
HB 4465
(Rep. Rabhi)
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The
general property tax act, “by amending section 9i (MCL
211.9i), as added by 2002 PA 549.
Representative Rabhi and Representative Kahle testified in support of HB 4069 and HB 4465.
Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4069 and HB 4465, but did not wish to
speak:
Charlotte Jameson, representing the Michigan Environmental Council.
Steve Murphy, representing the Power Home Solar.
Amy Heart, representing the The Alliance for Solar Choice.
Laura Sherman, representing the Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council.
Ed Rivet, representing the Michigan Conservative Energy Forum.
Andrew Vermeesch, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau.
Thomas Gilpin, representing the Michigan Sierra Club.
The Chair laid HB 4181, HB 4198 and HB 4199 before the committee:
HB 4181
(Rep. Manoogian)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300,
entitled “Michigan vehicle code, “by amending sections
320a, 602b, 602c, and 732 (MCL 257.320a, 257.602b,
257.602c, and 257.732), section 320a as amended by 2018
PA 349, section 602b as amended by 2016 PA 332, section
602c as added by 2012 PA 592, and section 732 as amended
by 2017 PA 160.
HB 4198
(Rep. Cole)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled
“Michigan vehicle code,” by amending sections 602b and
602c (MCL 257.602b and 257.602c), section 602b as
amended by 2016 PA 332 and section 602c as added by 2012
PA 592.
HB 4199
(Rep. Sheppard)A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled
“Michigan vehicle code,” by amending sections 602b and
907 (MCL 257.602b and 257.907), section 602b as amended
by 2016 PA 332 and section 907 as amended by 2015 PA
126.
Representative Cole, Representative Sheppard, and Representative Manoogian testified in
support of HB 4181, HB 4198 and HB 4199. Questions and discussion followed.
Matt Penniman, League of Michigan Bicyclists, testified in support of HB 4181, HB 4198 and
HB 4199. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in opposition of HB 4181, but did not wish to speak:
James Asher, representing the The People of Michigan.
Sean Hammond, Michigan Environmental Council, testified in support of HB 4181, HB 4198
and HB 4199.
First Lieutenant Tim Fitzgerald, Michigan State Police, testified in support of HB 4181, HB 4198
and HB 4199.
Judy Augenstein, Michigan Association of Timbermen, testified in support of HB 4181, HB 4198
and HB 4199.
Kimberly Buddin and Mark Fancher, ACLU Michigan, testified in opposition of HB 4181, HB
4198 and HB 4199.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the meeting at
11:06 AM.
Representative Brandt Iden, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


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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
May 16, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Health Policy and Human Services was scheduled for Thursday, May
16, 2019, at 1:00 p.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1.
Reported HB 4225 (S-1) (Rep. Kahle) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2.
Reported SCR 8 (Sen. VanderWall) with recommendation.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:01 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 May 9, 2019. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair offered, and summarized, an (S-1) version to HB 4225.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4225:
Rebecca Mastee, Michigan Catholic Conference – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 4225. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sens. Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Santana, and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
At 1:04 p.m., the Chair called for the committee to go at ease.
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At 1:05 p.m., Sen. Hertel entered the meeting.
At 1:05 p.m., with all members present, the Chair reconvened the committee.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report the (S-1) version of HB 4225 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana,
and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4225 (S-1). Without objection, immediate
effect was recommended.
The Chair summarized SCR 8.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SCR 8:
Rick Murdock, Michigan ACE Initiative – Support
Nicole Martin, Michigan ACE Initiative – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SCR 8:
Matt Gillard, Michigan's Children – Support
Jared Burkhart, Michigan Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics – Support
Caroline Liethen, Michigan Department of Education – Support
Amy Zaagman, Michigan Council for Maternal and Child Health – Support
Jeff Cobb, Michigan Association of School Boards – Support
Rachel Richards, Michigan League for Public Policy – Support
Nancy Lindman, Michigan Association of United Ways – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report SCR 8 to the floor with recommendation that it be
adopted. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana,
and Wojno
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Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the concurrent resolution was reported.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:04 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: May 23, 2019
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MEMBERS:
SEN. RUTH JOHNSON, VICE CHAIR
SEN. KEVIN DALEY
SEN. BETTY JEAN ALEXANDER, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JEREMY MOSS
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT
SENATOR DALE ZORN
CHAIR
5100 BINSFELD BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-3543
FAX: (517) 373-0927
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 16, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Local Government was scheduled for Thursday, May 16, 2019, at 1:30
p.m., in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 4119 (Rep. Meerman) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported HB 4055 (Rep. Slagh) with recommendation and immediate effect.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 1:31 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chairman Zorn, Sen.(s), Johnson, Alexander, and Moss; a quorum was
present.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to adopt the meeting minutes from April 11 and May 9,
2019. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman brought up HB 4119.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to report HB 4119 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Zorn, Sen.(s), Johnson, Alexander, and Moss
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chairman moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4119. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chairman brought up HB 4055.
The card was read of the individual not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4055:
Todd Potter, Michigan Mortgage Lenders Association - support.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to report HB 4055 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Zorn, Sen.(s), Johnson, Alexander, and Moss
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
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The Chairman moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4055. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chairman moved to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Sen. Daley was excused
from the meeting.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairman moved to adjourned the committee.
Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:34 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 5/23/19
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION
REP. PAMELA HORNBERGER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, May 21, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Education was called to order by the Chair Hornberger.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Crawford, Vaupel, Reilly, Hall, Markkanen, O'Malley,
Wakeman, Camilleri, Sowerby, B Carter, T Carter, Koleszar, Stone.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative O'Malley moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 14, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
At 9:01 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 9:03 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair laid HB 4208 before the committee:
HB 4208
(Rep. Johnson) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The
revised school code,” by amending section 1249 (MCL
380.1249), as amended by 2018 PA 235.
Representative S. Johnson testified in support of HB 4208. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid HB 4262 before the committee:
HB 4262
(Rep. Reilly)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 90, entitled “Youth
employment standards act,” by amending section 2 (MCL
409.102), as amended by 1996 PA 438.
Representative Reilly and Mike Winter, Michigan Christian Home School Network, testified in
support of HB 4262. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4262, but did not wish to speak:
James Muffett, representing the Citizens for Traditional Values.
Dan Jarvis, representing the Michigan Family Forum.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4262, but did not wish to speak:
Caroline Leithen, representing the Michigan Department of Education.
Jane Spitzley testified with no position on HB 4208 and HB 4262.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Pamela Hornberger adjourned the
meeting at 9:23 AM.
Representative Pamela Hornberger, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
REP. GRAHAM FILLER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, May 21, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Judiciary was called to order by the Chair Filler.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, S. Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Bolden.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Yancey.
Representative LaFave moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 14, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative LaFave moved to excuse Representative Yancey from the meeting. There being
no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4108 before the committee:
HB 4108
(Rep. Hauck)
A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled “Child
protection law,” by amending section 3 (MCL 722.623), as
amended by 2016 PA 35.
Representative Hauck testified in support of HB 4108. Questions and discussion followed.
Michael Shoemaker, President of the Michigan Physical Therapy Association, testified in support
of HB 4108. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4108, but did not wish to speak:
Mary Pollock, representing the American Association of University Women.
Colin Parks, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
Tom Hickson, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference.
The Chair laid HB 4509 before the committee:
HB 4509
(Rep. VanSingel)
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236,
entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,"(MCL 600.101 to
600.9947) by adding section 5707.
Representative VanSingel testified in support of HB 4509. Questions and discussion followed.
Judge Brad Knoll, Michigan District Judges Association, testified in opposition to HB 4509.
Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4509, but did not wish to speak:
Clay Powell, representing the Rental Property Owners Association.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4509, but did not wish to speak:
Jim Schaafsma, representing the Michigan Poverty Law Program.
The Chair laid HB 4434 before the committee:
HB 4434
(Rep. Hall)
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The
Michigan penal code,” by amending section 227 (MCL
750.227), as amended by 1986 PA 8.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4434, but did not wish to speak:
Mary Pollock, representing the American Association of University Women.
Judy Karandjeff, representing the League of Women Voters.
Representative LaFave explained the substitute (H-1) to the committee. Questions and discussion
followed.
Representative Howell moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4434. The motion prevailed, the
vote being 10-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, S. Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
Elder, Bolden.
Nays: Reps. LaGrand, Guerra.
Pass: None.
Representative Berman moved to report out HB 4434 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed, the vote being 11-1-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, S. Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Elder, Bolden.
Nays: Rep. Guerra.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4331 before the committee:
HB 4331
(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.
Craig Burnet, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in opposition to HB 4331.
Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4331, but did not wish to speak:
Mary Pollock, representing the American Association of University Women.
Judy Karandjeff, representing the League of Women Voters.
Representative LaFave moved to report out HB 4331 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed, the vote being 10-2-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, S. Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Elder.
Nays: Reps. Guerra, Bolden.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4407 before the committee:
HB 4407
(Rep. Guerra)
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.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4407, but did not wish to speak:
The State Court Administrative Office.
Representative LaGrand moved to report out HB 4407 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed, the vote being 12-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, S. Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid SB 112 before the committee:
SB 112
(Sen. Lucido)
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled
“Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending section 2918
(MCL 600.2918), as amended by 2014 PA 223.
Representative Howell moved to report out SB 112 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed, the vote being 12-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, S. Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Graham Filler adjourned the meeting
at 9:39 AM.
Representative Graham Filler, Chair
Melissa Weipert
Committee Clerk
mweipert@house.mi.gov


location: Room 307, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON MILITARY, VETERANS AND HOMELAND SECURITY
REP. BEAU M LAFAVE
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, May 21, 2019
12:00 PM
Room 307, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Military, Veterans and Homeland Security was called to
order by the Chair LaFave.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. LaFave, Mueller, Marino, Afendoulis, Markkanen, Jones, Chirkun, T Carter,
Manoogian.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative T. Carter moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 7, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid a presentation on Energy Security before the committee.
Major General Stone of the Michigan National Guard gave a presentation on Energy Security.
Questions and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Beau LaFave adjourned the meeting
at 12:36 PM.
Representative Beau LaFave, Chair
Matthew Carnagie
Committee Clerk
mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION
REP. GARY HOWELL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, May 21, 2019
12:00 PM
Room 326, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to
order by the Chair Howell.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy,
Pohutsky.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 14, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4018 before the committee:
HB 4018
(Rep. Allor)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
“Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by
amending section 48738 (MCL 324.48738), as amended by
2014 PA 541.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4018, but did not wish to speak:
Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
Representative Calley explained the amendment.
Representative Calley offered the following amendment to HB 4018:
1. Amend page 2, line 6, after "possesses" by inserting "LAKE".
Representative Calley moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4018. The motion prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy,
Pohutsky.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wakeman moved to refer House Bill No. 4018 as amended, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 8-1-0:
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky.
Nays: Rep. Reilly.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4519 before the committee:
HB 4519
(Rep. Johnson) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
“Natural resources and environmental protection act, “by
amending sections 74114 and 83106 (MCL 324.74114 and
324.83106), section 74114 as amended by 2004 PA 587 and
section 83106 as amended by 2010 PA 34.
Jason Fleming and Craig Brunet, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in
opposition to HB 4519. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid HB 4340 before the committee:
HB 4340
(Rep. Reilly)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
“Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by
amending section 40112 (MCL 324.40112), as amended by
2015 PA 12.
Representative John Reilly testified in support of HB 4340. Questions and discussion followed.
Amy Trotter, Michigan United Conservation Clubs, testified in support of HB 4340. Questions
and discussion followed.
Dale Hendershot, Michigan Trappers & Predator Callers, testified in support of HB 4340.
Questions and discussion followed.
Mike Thorman, Michigan Hunting Dog Federation, testified in support of HB 4340. Questions
and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4340, but did not wish to speak:
Jim Pryce, representing the Tri-County Sportmen's League.
Tim Dusterwinkle, representing the MI Bear Hunters Association.
Roger Thorman, representing the Michigan State Foxhunters.
Joe Hudson, representing the UP Bear Houndsmen Association.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4340, but did not wish to speak:
Kimberly Budin, representing the ACLU.
The following people submitted a card in no position of HB 4340, but did not wish to speak:
Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting
at 12:46 PM.
Representative Gary Howell, Chair
Amy K Rostkowycz
Committee Clerk
arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY REFORM
REP. MICHAEL WEBBER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, May 21, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Regulatory Reform was called to order by the Chair Webber.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall,
Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Farrington moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 14, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
At 10:37 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 10:40 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair laid HB 4411 before the committee:
HB 4411
(Rep. Lilly)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 160, entitled
“Credit services protection act,” by amending section 3
(MCL 445.1823).
Representative Jones offered the following amendment to HB 4411:
1.
Amend page 3, line 8, after "(iii)" by striking out "THE" and inserting "THE
WRITTEN AGREEMENT STATES THAT THE".
Representative Jones spoke to his amendment.
Representative Jones moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4411. The motion prevailed 15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall,
Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Chirkun moved to refer House Bill No. 4411 as amended, as substitute (H-1). The
motion prevailed 15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall,
Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid SB 0239 before the committee:
SB 0239
(Sen. Chang)
A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled”
Occupational code,” by amending section 1803 (MCL
339.1803).
Representative Chirkun moved to refer Senate Bill No. 239 to the committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall,
Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
At 10:45 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 10:54 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair laid HB 4548 before the committee:
HB 4548
(Rep. Kahle)
A bill to amend 1972 PA 230, entitled
"Stille-DeRossett-Hale single state construction code
act,"(MCL 125.1501 to 125.1531) by adding section 13h.
Representative Kahle, along with Ryan Row, the Superintendent for Madison School District,
testified on the bill. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid HB 4488, HB 4489 and HB 4490 before the committee:
HB 4488
(Rep. Iden)
A bill to amend 1974 PA 381, entitled “An
act to encourage and contribute to the rehabilitation of
former offenders and to assist them in the assumption of the
responsibilities of citizenship; to prescribe the use of the
term "good moral character" or similar term as a requirement
for an occupational or professional license or when used as a
requirement to establish or operate an organization or facility
regulated by this state; and to provide administrative and
judicial procedures to contest licensing board or agency
rulings thereon,” by amending the title and sections 1, 2, 3,
4, 5, 6, and 7 (MCL 338.41, 338.42, 338.43, 338.44, 338.45,
338.46, and 338.47), section 2 as amended by 2014 PA 361.
HB 4489
(Rep. Bellino)
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled
“Revised judicature act of 1961,"by amending section 934
(MCL 600.934), as amended by 2004 PA 558.
HB 4490
(Rep. Hoitenga) A bill to amend 2016 PA 407, entitled
“Skilled trades regulation act, “by amending section 105
(MCL 339.5105).
HB 4491 (Rep. Griffin) Health occupations; other; eligibility requirements for certain
licenses and registrations under the public health code; revise.
HB 4492 (Rep. Gay-Dagnogo) Occupations; other; eligibility requirements for certain
licenses and regulations under the occupational code; revise.
HB 4493 (Rep. Warren) Occupations; individual licensing and registration; annual report
on issuance or denial of licensure based on lack of good moral character; require
Representative Iden, and Representative Gay-Dagnogo testified in support of the bills.
Questions and discussion followed.
Jarrett Skorup, representing the Mackinac Center, Kimberly Buddin, representing American Civil
Liberties Union of Michigan, and Anna Kohn, representing Gary Wozniak and Recovery Park,
all testified in support of the bills.
Keith Bernett and Jessica McCall, representing the Goodwill Industries of Detroit.
Brian Westrin, representing Michigan Realtors, testified in opposition to the bills.
The following individuals submitted a card in support of the bill, but did not wish to speak:
Andy Johnston, representing the West Michigan Policy Forum, and Grand Rapids Chamber.
Joshua Hue, representing Safe and Just Michigan.
Peter Ruark, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy.
Nate Love, representing the Foundation for Government Accountability.
The following individuals submitted a card in opposition to the bill, but did not wish to speak:
John Tramontana, representing the Michiana Veterinary Medical Association.
Michelle Batora, Michigan Society of Professional Surveyors.
Ron Brenke, representing American Council of Engineering Companies.
Leanne Panduren, representing the Michigan Society of Professional Engineers
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Michael Webber adjourned the
meeting at 11:52 AM.
Representative Michael Webber, Chair
Sondra Gordon
Committee Clerk
sgordon@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION
REP. JACK O'MALLEY
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, May 21, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 327, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Transportation was called to order by the Chair O'Malley.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis,
Sneller, Clemente, Haadsma, Shannon.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Yancey.
Representative Sheppard moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 15, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Captain Mike Krumm, and Inspector Randy Coplin, both representing the Michigan State Police
Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division, provided a presentation regarding the Commercial
Vehicle Enforcement Division and reviewed the following topics: Mission; Vision; Motor Carrier
Officers; Public Safety and Infrastructure Protection; CMV Inspections School Bus Inspections;
Weight Stations; Wireless Weigh-in-Motion; Size and Weight Laws; Overweight Fines; Fine
Schedule’ Recent CVED Enforcement; CVED Activity; and CMV Registration.. Questions and
discussion followed.
President Doug Needham, representing the Michigan Aggregates Association, provided a
presentation regarding Aggregates 101/401: Everything About Aggregates, and reviewed the
following topics: Michigan Aggregates Association; What Is Aggregate; How Much is a Ton;
Location; Sand and Gravel Extraction; Limestone Extraction; Processing; High Tech
Automation; Reclamation; Transporting Material; Cost of Material; Cost of Sand; Delivery of
Material; and Impact to Construction Costs. Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Sneller moved to excuse Representative Yancey from the meeting. There being
no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jack O'Malley adjourned the meeting
at 11:51 AM.
Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS
REP. BRANDT IDEN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, May 21,
2019
10:30
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Standing Committee on Ways and Means was called to order by the Chair Iden.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, K Hertel.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 16, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4412 before the committee:
HB 4412
(Rep. Kahle)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled
“Public health code,"(MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by
adding section 17766g.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4412. The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, K Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Griffin moved to report out HB 4412 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 11-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, K Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4412, but did not wish to speak:
Amy Drumm, representing the Michigan Retailers Association.
Brian Sapita, representing the Michigan Pharmacists Association.
Carlos Gutierrez, representing the Consumer Health Products Association.
The Chair laid HB 4249 before the committee:
HB 4249
(Rep. Hoitenga) A bill to amend 1986 PA 32, entitled
“Emergency 9-1-1 service enabling act,” by amending
section 413 (MCL 484.1413), as amended by 2008 PA 379;
and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
Representative Griffin moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4249. The motion prevailed 11-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, K Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-4) to HB 4249. The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, K Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hauck moved to report out HB 4249 with recommendation, as substitute (H-4).
The motion prevailed 11-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, K Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4249, but did not wish to
speak:
Lisa Hall, representing the Michigan Communications Directors Association.
Pat Cookes, representing the Michigan Communications Directors Association.
Jordyn Sellek, representing the Michigan Communications Directors Association.
Trooper Nicole McGhee, representing the Michigan State Police.
Blaine Koops, representing the Michigan Sheriffs Association.
Amanda Fisher, representing the NFIB.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the meeting at
10:45 AM.
Representative Brandt Iden, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


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COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 21, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Regulatory Reform was scheduled for Tuesday, May 21, 2019, at 3:00
p.m., in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SB 294 (S-2) (Sen. Zorn) with recommendation and immediate effect.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Vice Chairwoman called the meeting to order at 3:01 p.m. She instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that
time, the following members were present: Vice Chairwoman Theis, Sen.(s) Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall,
Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and Wojno, a quorum was present.
The Vice Chairwoman entertained a motion by Sen. Lauwers to adopt the meeting minutes from May 14, 2019.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Vice Chairwoman made a motion to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection,
Chairman Nesbitt was excused from the meeting.
Sen. Zorn offered an (S-2) version to SB 294.
The Vice Chairwoman entertained a motion from Sen. Zorn to adopt the (S-2) version of SB 294. The vote was
as follows:
Yeas: Vice Chairwoman Theis, Sen.(s) Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and
Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-2) was adopted.
The Vice Chairwoman invited Sen. Zorn to summarize the (S-2) version of SB 294.
The following cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB
294:
Peter Spadafore, Michigan Association of Superintendents and Administrators – Support
Page 1 of 2
MEMBERS:
SEN. LANA THEIS, VICE CHAIR
SEN. RUTH JOHNSON
SEN. DAN LAUWERS
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL
SEN. DALE 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 BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-0793
FAX: (517) 373-5607
The Vice Chairwoman entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report the (S-2) version of SB 294 to the
floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Vice Chairwoman Theis, Sen.(s) Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and
Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Vice Chairwoman made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 294 (S-2). Without objection,
immediate effect was recommended.
There being no further business before the committee, the Vice Chairwoman moved to adjourn the committee.
Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:05 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 06/04/2019
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MEMBERS:
SEN. KEN HORN, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. KIMBERLY A. LASATA
SEN. ARIC NESBITT
SEN. TOM BARRETT
SEN. JON C. BUMSTEAD
SEN. RICK OUTMAN
SEN. SEAN MCCANN, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. WINNIE BRINKS
SEN. MALLORY MCMORROW
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON ENERGY AND
TECHNOLOGY
SENATOR DAN LAUWERS
CHAIR
S-2 CAPITOL BUILDING
P.O BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7708
FAX: (517) 373-1450
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 21, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Energy and Technology was scheduled for Tuesday, May 21, 2019, at
2:00 p.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Presentation by the Laura Sherman, of the Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council, Mark
Hagerty, of Michigan Solar Solutions, and Phil Rausch, of Hemlock Semiconductor, regarding
Michigan's energy load.
The Chair 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: Chair Lauwers, Sen.(s) Horn, LaSata, Barrett, Bumstead, Outman,
McCann, Brinks and McMorrow, a quorum was present.
The Chairman moved to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Senator Nesbitt was
excused.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to adopt the meeting minutes from April 23, 2019. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding
Laura Sherman, Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council – No Position
Mark Hagerty, Michigan Solar Solutions – No Position
Phil Rausch, Hemlock Semiconductor – No Position
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:53 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 6/4/19


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MEMBERS:
SEN. PETER J. LUCIDO, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. LANA THEIS
SEN. MICHAEL MACDONALD
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
May 21, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Oversight was scheduled for Tuesday, May 21, 2019, at 2:00 p.m., in
the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Presentation from Dr. Agustin V. Arbulu, Director of the Michigan Department of Civil Rights.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 2:03 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time,
the following members were present: Chairman McBroom, Sen.(s) Lucido, MacDonald, and Irwin, a
quorum was present.
The Chairman invited the committee to recite the Pledge of Alliance.
The Chairman recognized Sen. Runestad was in attendance for the meeting.
At 2:04 p.m., Sen. Theis entered the meeting.
The Chairman summarized the days meeting as a continuation of the Committees presentations on hate
crimes in Michigan.
The Chairman invited Dr. Agustin V. Arbulu, Director of the Michigan Department of Civil Rights, and
Daniel Levy, Director of Law and Policy, Michigan Department of Civil Rights, to give the committee a
presentation regarding background on the Department’s basis incident reporting process and the Michigan
Alliance Against Hate Crimes. Questions from members followed.
At 2:57 p.m., Sen.(s) Theis and MacDonald left the meeting.
At 3:11 p.m.,, Sen. Lucido left the meeting.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Irwin to
adjourn the meeting. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:29 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 06/11/2019


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON ELECTIONS AND ETHICS
REP. JULIE CALLEY
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, May 22, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 327, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Elections and Ethics was called to order by the Chair Calley.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Paquette, Guerra, Hope.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Hornberger moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 15, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair invited Ingham County Clerk Barb Byrum, Ottawa County Clerk/Register Justin
Roebuck, and Lansing City Clerk Chris Swope to give a presentation. Questions and discussion
followed.
At 11:09 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 11:10 AM, the Majority Vice Chair Jason Sheppard called the committee back to order.
The Chair laid HB 4291 before the committee:
HB 4291
(Rep. Calley)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 388, entitled
“Michigan campaign finance act,” by amending sections 33
and 34 (MCL 169.233 and 169.234), section 33 as amended
by 2017 PA 119 and section 34 as amended by 2012 PA 277.
Chair Calley and Ottawa County Clerk/Register Justin Roebuck testified in support of HB 4291.
Questions and discussion followed.
At 11:18 AM, the Majority Vice Chair Jason Sheppard laid the committee at ease.
At 11:19 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Jenita Moore, Secretary of State's Office, testified in neutral of HB 4291. Questions and
discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Julie Calley adjourned the meeting at
11:22 AM.
Representative Julie Calley, Chair
Amy K Rostkowycz
Committee Clerk
arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


location: Room 308, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON FAMILIES, CHILDREN, AND SENIORS
REP. KATHY CRAWFORD
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, May 22, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 308, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Families, Children, and Seniors was called to order by the
Chair Crawford.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, B Carter, C
Johnson.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Liberati.
Representative B Carter moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 15, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4223 before the committee:
HB 4223
(Rep. VanSingel)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368,
entitled “Public health code,” by amending the heading of
part 93 and sections 9307 and 9321 (MCL 333.9307 and
333.9321), and by adding sections 9312 and 9316.
The Chair offered and explained the substitute (H-1) for House Bill 4223.
Representative Wozniak moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4223. The motion prevailed 7-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, B Carter, C Johnson.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hoitenga moved to refer House Bill No. 4223 to the committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Wozniak, B Carter, C Johnson.
Nays: Rep. Meerman.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4406 before the committee:
HB 4406
(Rep. Markkanen)
A bill to amend 2008 PA 525,
entitled “Fostering futures scholarship trust fund act,” by
amending section 7b (MCL 722.1027b), as added by 2014
PA 530.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4406, but did not wish to speak:
Dan Jarvis, representing the Director of Research and Public Policy for Michigan Family
Forum.
Representative Rendon moved to refer House Bill No. 4406 to the committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, B Carter, C Johnson.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4128 before the committee:
HB 4128
(Rep. Miller)
A bill to amend 1939 PA 288, entitled
“Probate code of 1939,"by amending section 1 of chapter XI
(MCL 711.1), as amended by 2000 PA 111.
Marla Braun, Legislative Assistant for Representative Aaron G. Miller, the bill sponsor, testified
in support of HB 4128.
Representative Garrett moved to excuse Representative Liberati from the meeting. There being
no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Daire Rendon adjourned the meeting
at 9:27 AM.
Representative Kathy Crawford, Chair
Joy Brewer
Committee Clerk
joybrewer@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON FINANCIAL SERVICES
REP. DIANA FARRINGTON
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, May 22, 2019
12:00 PM
Room 307, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Financial Services was called to order by the Chair
Farrington.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Farrington, Schroeder, Sheppard, Bellino, Berman, Wakeman, Gay-Dagnogo,
Wittenberg, Clemente, Stone, Whitsett.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Sheppard moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 8, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HR 101 before the committee:
HR 101
(Rep. Rabhi)
A resolution to urge the U.S. Congress to
enact legislation preventing federal regulators from
sanctioning depository institutions for providing financial
services to legitimate marijuana-related businesses in states
where marijuana has been legalized.
Representative Rabhi testified in support of the resolution.
Patricia Herndon, representing the Michigan Bankers Association, and Kieran Marion,
representing the Michigan Credit Union League, testified in support of the resolution. Questions
and discussion followed.
Josh Hovey, representing the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association, testified in support of the
resolution.
The following people submitted a card in support of HR 0101, but did not wish to speak:
Kelli Hykes, representing the Weedmaps.
David Knezek, representing the Attorney General, Dana Nessel.
Representative Rabhi returned to answer further questions pertaining to the resolution.
Representative Gay-Dagnogo moved to report out HR 101 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 11-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Farrington, Schroeder, Sheppard, Bellino, Berman, Wakeman, Gay-Dagnogo,
Wittenberg, Clemente, Stone, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Diana Farrington adjourned the
meeting at 12:21 PM.
Representative Diana Farrington, Chair
Sondra Gordon
Committee Clerk
sgordon@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND MUNICIPAL FINANCE
REP. JAMES LOWER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, May 22, 2019
1:00 PM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Local Government and Municipal Finance was called to
order by the Chair Lower.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Lower, Marino, Crawford, Calley, Howell, Eisen, Meerman, Paquette,
Ellison, Sowerby, Garza, Hope, Kuppa.
Absent/Excused: None.
The Chair laid HB 4408 before the committee:
HB 4408
(Rep. Miller)
A bill to amend 2000 PA 321, entitled
“Recreational authorities act, “by amending section 27 (MCL
123.1157).
Representative Marino moved to refer House Bill No. 4408 to the committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Lower, Marino, Crawford, Calley, Howell, Eisen, Meerman, Paquette, Ellison,
Sowerby, Garza, Hope, Kuppa.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4209 before the committee:
HB 4209
(Rep. Slagh)
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The
general property tax act,” by amending section 44 (MCL
211.44), as amended by 2012 PA 482.
Representative Crawford offered the following amendment to HB 4209:
1. Amend page 3, line 13, after "OFFICIAL" by inserting "AND IS APPROVED BY THE
TOWNSHIP BOARD TO SERVE AS THE DESIGNEE".
Representative Ellison moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4209. The motion prevailed 13-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Lower, Marino, Crawford, Calley, Howell, Eisen, Meerman, Paquette, Ellison,
Sowerby, Garza, Hope, Kuppa.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Marino moved to refer House Bill No. 4209 as amended, as substitute (H-1). The
motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Lower, Marino, Crawford, Calley, Howell, Eisen, Meerman, Paquette, Ellison,
Sowerby, Garza, Hope, Kuppa.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Marino moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 15, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. James Lower adjourned the meeting
at 1:02 PM.
Representative James Lower, Chair
Angela Lake
Committee Clerk
alake@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TAX POLICY
REP. LYNN AFENDOULIS
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, May 22, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Tax Policy was called to order by Chair Afendoulis.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, S Johnson, Hall, O'Malley,
Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Robinson, Whitsett.
Absent/Excused: None.
The Chair laid before the committee the following presentation: House Fiscal Agency, regarding
the Wayfair decision.
Jim Stansell, representing the House Fiscal Agency, presented to the committee.
The Chair laid HB 4540, HB 4541, HB 4542 and HB 4543 before the committee:
HB 4540
(Rep. Afendoulis)
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167,
entitled "General sales tax act,"(MCL 205.51 to 205.78) by
adding section 2d.
HB 4541
(Rep. Tate)
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use
tax act,"(MCL 205.91 to 205.111) by adding section 5c.
HB 4542
(Rep. Webber) A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled
"General sales tax act,"(MCL 205.51 to 205.78) by adding
section 2c.
HB 4543
(Rep. Yancey)
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use
tax act,"(MCL 205.91 to 205.111) by adding section 5b.
At 10:48 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
The Chair handed the gavel over to Vice Chair Lower.
At 10:49 AM, the Majority Vice Chair James Lower called the committee back to order.
Representative Afendoulis, Representative Webber, Representative Yancey, and Representative
Tate testified in support of HB 4540, HB 4541, HB 4542 and HB 4543. Questions and discussion
followed.
At 10:54 AM, the Majority Vice Chair James Lower laid the committee at ease.
Vice Chair Lower handed the gavel back to Chair Afendoulis.
At 10:55 AM, Chair Afendoulis called the committee back to order.
Doug Wildley, representing the Game Room Guys, testified in support of HB 4540, HB 4541,
HB 4542 and HB 4543.
Amy Drumm, representing the Michigan Retailers Association, testified in support of HB 4540,
HB 4541, HB 4542 and HB 4543.
Barb Stein, representing the Great Northern Trading Company, testified in support of HB 4540,
HB 4541, HB 4542 and HB 4543.
Dan Marshall, representing Marshall Music Company, testified in support of HB 4540, HB 4541,
HB 4542 and HB 4543.
Steve Bieda and Dave Metelski, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified in
support of HB 4540, HB 4541, HB 4542 and HB 4543.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4540, HB 4541, HB 4542 and HB 4543,
but did not wish to speak:
Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards.
Alexa Kramer, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce.
Ken McClure, representing the Kroger.
Peter Spadafore, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents and
Administrators.
Meghann Keit, representing the Michigan Association of Counties.
Angela Hoover, representing the Walgreens.
Dan Papineau, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Township Association.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4540 and HB 4541, but did not wish to
speak:
Conner Spalding, representing the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Lynn Afendoulis adjourned the
meeting at 11:17 AM.
Representative Lynn Afendoulis, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION
REP. JACK O'MALLEY
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, May 22, 2019
3:01 PM
Room 327, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Transportation was called to order by the Chair O'Malley.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Sneller,
Clemente, Yancey, Haadsma, Shannon.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Afendoulis.
Representative Sheppard moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 21, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Greg Losch, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation, provided a presentation
regarding Innovative Initiatives and reviewed the following topics: the Department’s Research
Administration; Evaluation of New Materials and Products; Every Day Counts; Innovative
Contracting; and Other Innovations. Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Sneller moved to excuse Representative Afendoulis from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jack O'Malley adjourned the meeting
at 3:49 PM.
Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov