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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND MUNICIPAL FINANCE
REP. JULIE A. CALLEY
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
2:00 PM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Committee on Local Government and Municipal Finance was called to order by
Chair Calley.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Calley, Bezotte, Howell, Alexander, Bellino, Berman, Paquette, Slagh,
Ellison, Sowerby, Garza, Kuppa, Cavanagh.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Paquette moved to adopt the meeting minutes from December 8, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SB 562 before the committee:
SB 562
(Sen. Victory)
A bill to amend 1996 PA 381, entitled "Brownfield
redevelopment financing act," by amending
section 2 (MCL 125.2652), as amended by 2020
PA 259.
Representative Bezotte moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 562. The motion prevailed 12-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Calley, Bezotte, Howell, Alexander, Bellino, Berman, Paquette, Slagh,
Ellison, Sowerby, Kuppa, Cavanagh.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Bezotte moved to report out SB 562 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
1). The motion prevailed 12-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Calley, Bezotte, Howell, Alexander, Bellino, Berman, Paquette, Slagh,
Ellison, Sowerby, Kuppa, Cavanagh.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4534 before the committee:
HB 4534
(Rep. Slagh)
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The
general property tax act," by amending sections
7cc and 53b (MCL 211.7cc and 211.53b), section
7cc as amended by 2020 PA 96 and section 53b as
amended by 2020 PA 206.
Representative Slagh moved to report out HB 4534 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 12-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Calley, Bezotte, Howell, Alexander, Bellino, Berman, Paquette, Slagh,
Ellison, Sowerby, Kuppa, Cavanagh.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4534, but did not wish to speak:
Ryan Knight, representing the Michigan Realtors.
Amanda Tomich, representing the Michigan Assessors Association.
The Chair laid HB 5666 before the committee:
HB 5666
(Rep. Calley)
A bill to amend 2005 PA 92, entitled "School bond
qualification, approval, and loan act," by
amending section 9 (MCL 388.1929), as amended
by 2012 PA 437.
At 2:14 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 2:15 PM, Majority Vice Chair Bezotte called the committee back to order.
Representative Calley testified in support of HB 5666. Questions and discussion followed.
At 2:17 PM, Majority Vice Chair Bezotte laid the committee at ease.
At 2:17 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Chris Glass and Jesse Nelson, representing the Education Advocates of West Michigan,
testified in support of HB 5666. Questions and discussion followed.
Aaron Keel and David Boyne, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified in
support of HB 5666. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5666, but did not wish to speak:
Dirk Weeldreyer, representing the School Equity Caucus.
Matt Kurta, representing the ESA Legislative Group.
Sherisse Butler, representing Detroit Public Schools.
Peter Spadafore, representing the Middle Cities Education Association.
Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards.
David Randels, representing Oakland Schools.
Mike Latvis, representing Wayne RESA.
Matt Schueller, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents and
Administrators.
Jerry Johnson, representing the Calhoun Intermediate School District.
Barry Intermediate School District.
Branch Intermediate School District.
Calhoun Intermediate School District.
Jackson Intermediate School District.
Lenawee Intermediate School District.
Monroe Intermediate School District.
The Chair laid SB 258 and SB 259 before the committee:
SB 258
(Sen. VanderWall)
A bill to amend 1963 PA 247, entitled "An act to
define the term "newspaper" as used in the statutes
of this state regarding publication of notices," by
amending section 1 (MCL 691.1051).
SB 259
(Sen. Santana)
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised
judicature act of 1961," by amending section 1461
(MCL 600.1461); and to repeal acts and parts of
acts.
Senator VanderWall testified in support of SB 258 and SB 259.
Brad Thompson, representing the Detroit Legal News Publishing, testified in support of SB
258 and SB 259.
Deena Bosworth, representing the Michigan Association of Counties, testified with concerns
about SB 258 and SB 259.
Kyle O'Meara, representing the Michigan Association of County Drain Commissioners,
testified with concerns about SB 258 and SB 259. Questions and discussion followed.
Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association, testified with concerns about
SB 258 and SB 259. Questions and discussion followed.
Jennifer Rigterink, representing the Michigan Municipal League, testified in opposition to SB
258 and SB 259.
Lisa McGraw, representing the Michigan Press Association, testified in support of SB 258
and SB 259.
At 3:16 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 3:17 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Calley adjourned the meeting at
3:17 PM.
Representative Julie Calley, Chair
Molly Wingrove
Committee Clerk
mwingrove@house.mi.gov


location: Room 519, House Office Building

meeting_state: held

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TAX POLICY
REP. MATT HALL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
10:30 AM
Room 519, House Office 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 Yancey joined the committee remotely.
Representative Tisdel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from December 8, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative Tisdel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from January 19, 2022. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5361 and HB 5362 before the committee:
HB 5361
(Rep. VanSingel)
A bill to amend 1966 PA 331, entitled
"Community college act of 1966," by amending
section 144 (MCL 389.144), as amended by 2003
PA 306.
HB 5362
(Rep. Steckloff)
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The
general property tax act," by amending section 43
(MCL 211.43), as amended by 1994 PA 253.
Representative VanSingel testified in support of HB 5361 and HB 5362. Questions and
discussion followed.
Representative Steckloff testified in support of HB 5361 and HB 5362.
Dan Hurley, representing the Michigan Association of State Universities, testified in support
of HB 5361 and HB 5362. Questions and discussion followed.
Brandy Johnson, representing the Michigan Community College Association, testified in
opposition to HB 5361 and HB 5362. Questions and discussion followed.
Joe Odenwald, representing Southwestern Michigan College, testified in opposition to HB
5361 and HB 5362. Questions and discussion followed.
Henry Wolf, representing Traverse Connect, testified in opposition to HB 5361 and HB 5362.
Robert LeFevre and Colby Cesaro, representing Michigan Independent Colleges and
Universities, testified in support of HB 5361 and HB 5362. Questions and discussion
followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5361 and HB 5362, but did not wish
to speak:
Steve Betz, representing Lake Superior State University.
Elizabeth Kutter, representing Wayne State University.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5361 and HB 5362, but did not
wish to speak:
Frank Foster, representing Bay De Noc Community College.
Frank Foster, representing Mott Community College.
Frank Foster, representing North Central Michigan College.
Dr. Mike Gavin, representing Delta College.
Jon Byrd, representing Kellogg Community College.
Gabe Schneider, representing Northwestern Michigan College.
Dr. Trevor Kubatzke, representing Lake Michigan College.
Dr. Dale Nesbary, representing Muskegon Community College.
Peter Provenzano, representing Oakland Community College.
Russ Kavalahuna, representing Henry Ford College.
Scott Ward, representing West Shore Community College.
James Ryan, representing Schoolcraft College.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hall adjourned the meeting at
11:46 AM.
Representative Matt Hall, Chair
Amy Rostkowycz
Acting Committee Clerk
arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


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MEMBERS:
SEN. ARIC NESBITT, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. KEVIN DALEY
SEN. JON C. BUMSTEAD
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL
SEN. STEPHANIE CHANG, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. BETTY JEAN ALEXANDER
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
SENATOR JIM RUNESTAD
CHAIR
7500 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1758
FAX: (517) 373-0938
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
January 26, 2022
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Finance was scheduled for Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at 12:30 p.m.,
in room 1200 of the Binsfeld Office Building.
________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony Regarding HB 4378 (Rep. Garza).
2. Testimony Regarding HB 4379 (Rep. Garza).
3. Testimony Regarding SB 808 (Sen. Runestad).
4. Testimony Regarding SB 809 (Sen. Johnson).
5. Reported SB 768 (S-1) (Sen. Nesbitt) with recommendation and immediate effect.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:33 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and
Alexander, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to adopt the meeting minutes from January 19, 2022. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair brought up HB's 4378 – 4379 and invited Madelynn O'Callaghan of Rep. Garza's office to summarize
the bills.
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding HB's 4378 - 4379:
Chair Hackbarth, Michigan Municipal League – Neutral
Paul Connors, Michigan Department of Treasury - Neutral
The Chair brought up SB's 808 – 809. The Chair summarized SB 808, and invited Rep. Johnson to summarize
SB 809.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony via Zoom regarding SB's 808 – 809:
Amanda Price, MI Association of County Treasurers, Ottawa County Treasurer – Neutral
The Committee went at ease from 12:49 p.m. – 12:55 p.m.
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB's 808 - 809:
Paul Connors, Michigan Department of Treasury - Neutral
Julie Cassidy, Michigan League for Public Policy – Support
Judy Allen, Michigan Townships Association – Support
Alex Morris, Michigan Bankers Association – Support
Deena Bosworth, Michigan Association of Counties – Support
Chris Hackbarth, Michigan Municipal League - Support
The Chair brought up SB 768, and invited Sen. Nesbitt to summarize the bill and the (S-1) version.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony via Zoom regarding SB 768:
Grover Norquist, Americans For Tax Reform – Support
James Hohman, The Mackinac Center – Support
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB 768:
Tori Sachs, Michigan Freedom Fund – Support
Aaron Keel, Michigan Department of Treasury – Oppose
Leah Robinson, Michigan Chamber of Commerce – Support
Nate Henschel, Grand Rapids Chamber - Support
Amy Drumm, Michigan Retailers – Support
Amanda Fisher, National Federation of Independent Business – Support
Rachel Richards, Michigan League for Public Policy – Oppose
Diana Prichard, Americans For Prosperity – Support
Jimmy Greene, Associated Builders and Contractors Michigan – Support
Alexa Kramer, Small Business Association of Michigan - Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 768. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead and VanderWall
Nays: Sen.(s) Chang and Alexander
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead to report SB 768 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation that
it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead and VanderWall
Nays: Sen.(s) Chang and Alexander
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 768 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the meeting. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:17 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 02/09/2022


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY
REP. BRONNA KAHLE
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, January 27, 2022
10:30 AM
Room 519, House Office 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.
Representative Morse joined the committee remotely.
Representative Witwer moved to adopt the meeting minutes from December 9, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5116 before the committee:
HB 5116
(Rep. Wakeman)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," by amending sections 13501, 13505,
13506, 13515, 13517, 13521, 13522, 13525,
13535, and 13536 (MCL 333.13501, 333.13505,
333.13506, 333.13515, 333.13517, 333.13521,
333.13522, 333.13525, 333.13535, and
333.13536), sections 13501 and 13522 as
amended by 1994 PA 100 and section 13521 as
amended by 2018 PA 544, and by adding part
135a; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
Representative Wakeman testified in support of HB 5116.
Rex Miller, Board Chair, representing the Michigan Society of Radiation Technologists,
testified in support of HB 5116. Questions and discussion followed.
Melissa Snody, representing The Central Chapter of the Society of Nuclear Medicine and
Molecular Imaging-Technologist Section, testified in support of HB 5116. Questions and
discussion followed.
Carl Alden, representing the Michigan Association of Chiropractors, testified in opposition to
HB 5116. Questions and discussion followed.
Dr. Melissa Pergola, Associate Executive Director, representing the American Society of
Registered Technologists, testified in support of HB 5116. Questions and discussion
followed.
Liana Watson, Senior Program Manager, representing the American Registry of Radiological
Technologists, testified in support of HB 5116.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5116, but did not wish to speak:
Ralph Lieto, President, representing the Michigan Radiological Society.
The Chair laid HB 5637 before the committee:
HB 5637
(Rep. Whiteford)
A bill to amend 2014 PA 345, entitled "Right to try
act," by amending section 1 (MCL 333.26451).
Representative Whiteford testified in support of HB 5637. Questions and discussion
followed.
Dr. John Bizon, representing the himself, testified in support of HB 5637. Questions and
discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5637, but did not wish to speak:
Sarah Lootens, representing herself.
The Chair laid SB 412 before the committee:
SB 412
(Sen. Hertel)
A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled "The social
welfare act," by amending section 109h (MCL
400.109h), as added by 2004 PA 248.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 412, but did not wish to speak:
Kate Dorsey, representing the Michigan State Medical Society.
Scott Kempa, representing the Michigan State Medical Society.
Representative Fink moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 412. The motion prevailed 18-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller,
Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Whitsett, Neeley.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Filler moved to report out SB 412 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 17-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Kahle, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller, Beeler, Fink,
Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Whitsett, Neeley.
Nays: Rep. Meerman.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Kahle adjourned the meeting at
11:51 AM.
Representative Bronna Kahle, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


location: Room 307, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION
REP. GARY HOWELL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, January 27, 2022
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, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby,
Cambensy, Aiyash.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Eisen moved to adopt the meeting minutes from December 9, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid before the committee a presentation by Amy Trotter, Executive Director,
Michigan United Conservation Clubs, on Proposal G of 1996. She also testified in support of
SCR 7.
The Chair laid SCR 7 before the committee:
SCR 7
(Sen. McBroom)
A concurrent resolution to urge the Natural
Resources Commission to authorize, and the
Department of Natural Resources to organize,
wolf hunting and trapping as part of the state's
wolf management efforts beginning in 2021.
Representative Markkanen moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SCR 7. The motion prevailed
9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy,
Aiyash.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative LaFave and Senator McBroom testified in support of SCR 7. Questions and
discussion followed.
Nick Buggia, representing the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation, testified in support of
SCR 7.
Molly Tamulevich, Michigan State Director, Humane Society of the United States, testified in
opposition to SCR 7. Questions and discussion followed.
Erik Schnelle, representing the National Deer Association, testified in support of SCR 7.
Questions and discussion followed.
Scott Carter, representing the Detroit Zoological Society, testified in opposition to SCR 7.
Questions and discussion followed.
Nichole Biber, a tribal citizen - LTGG Odawa, testified in opposition to SCR 7.
Thomas Gilpin, a Michigan resident, testified in opposition to SCR 7.
Elijah Keller, representing the Michigan Bear Hunter's Association, testified in support of
SCR 7.
Gary Gorniak, representing the Upper Peninsula Sportsman's Alliance, testified in support of
SCR 7.
The following people submitted a card in support of SCR 7, but due to the time constraints
were unable to speak:
David Johnson, representing the Upper Peninsula Sportsmans Alliance.
Steve Dey, representing the Straits Area Sportsmen's Club.
The following person submitted a card in opposition to SCR 7, but due to the time constraints
were unable to speak:
Be Friedlander, representing Attorneys for Animals.
The following people submitted a card in support of SCR 7, but did not wish to speak:
Greg Peter, representing the Chelsea Rod and Gun Club.
George Lindquist, representing the UP Whitetails of Marquette.
Joe Hudson, representing the UP Bear Houndsmen Association.
Mike Thorman, representing the Michigan Hunting Dog Federation.
Andrew Vermeesch, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau.
Leon Hank, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs and National Deer
Association.
Roger Thorman, representing the Michigan Fox Hunters Association.
Jim Wale, representing the Michigan State United Coon Hunters Association.
Mark Spencer, representing the Michigan Trappers and Predatory Callers Association.
George Lindquist, representing the Big Bay Sportsmen Club.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to SCR 7, but did not wish to speak:
Thomas Gilpin, representing the Michigan Sierra Club.
Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club.
Ron Khoury, representing the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians.
Representative LaFave moved to report out SCR 7 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 6-2-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin.
Nays: Reps. Sowerby, Aiyash.
Pass: Rep. Cambensy.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at
11:59 AM.
Representative Gary Howell, Chair
Molly Wingrove
Committee Clerk
mwingrove@house.mi.gov


location: Room 326, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT
REP. STEVEN JOHNSON
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, January 27, 2022
10:30 AM
Room 326, House Office Building
The House Committee on Oversight was called to order by Chair Steven Johnson.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Steven Johnson, Outman, Hoitenga, Reilly, Yaroch, O'Malley, Brixie,
LaGrand, Young.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Yaroch moved to adopt the meeting minutes from January 20, 2022. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair invited Beverly Fields to talk about her experience losing a loved one to COVID-
19 in a long-term care facility.
The Chair invited Laurel Thibert and Janet Presson to talk about their experience losing a
loved one to COVID-19 in a long-term care facility.
The Chair invited Tamela Lortz to talk about her experience losing a loved one to COVID-19
in a long-term care facility.
The committee discussed the testimony.
The Chair laid HB 5659 and HB 5660 before the committee:
HB 5659
(Rep. Yaroch)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by
adding section 20158.
HB 5660
(Rep. Yaroch)
A bill to amend 1979 PA 218, entitled "Adult
foster care facility licensing act," by amending
section 11 (MCL 400.711), as amended by 2016
PA 525.
The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5659 and HB 5660, but did not
wish to speak:
Rich Farran, representing the Health Care Association of Michigan.
Representative Yaroch introduced the bills. Questions and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Steven Johnson adjourned the
meeting at 11:52 AM.
Representative Steven Johnson, Chair
Matthew Carnagie
Acting Committee Clerk
mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON WORKFORCE, TRADES, AND TALENT
REP. BETH GRIFFIN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, January 27, 2022
9:00 a.m.
Room 352, House Appropriations,
State Capitol 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 Decemember 2, 2021. There
being no objections, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent
The Chair laid HB 5527 before the committee:
HB 5527
(Rep. Griffin)
A bill to amend 1966 PA 331, entitled
"Community college act of 1966," by amending
section 166 (MCL 389.166), as added by 2008 PA
359.
Peter M. Provenzano, Jr., Chancellor for Oakland Community College; submitted a card and
written testimony in support of HB 5527, but did not wish to speak.
The following individuals submitted a card in support of HB 5527, but did not wish to speak:
Gabriel TS Schneider representing the Northwestern Michigan College;
Brandy Johnson representing the Michigan Community College Association; and
Jonathan Byrd representing the Kellogg Community College.
Representative Martin moved to report out HB 5527 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 8-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Griffin, Martin, Howell, Farrington, Eisen, Markkanen, Sabo, O'Neal.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. Hope.
The Chair laid SB 445 before the committee:
SB 445
(Sen. Irwin)
A bill to amend 1936 (Ex Sess) PA 1, entitled
"Michigan employment security act," by
amending section 28 (MCL 421.28), as amended
by 2020 PA 229.
The committee adopted a (H-1) substitute for SB 445 on September 30, 2021.
The following individuals submitted a card in support of SB 445 and (H-1), but did not wish
to speak:
Rachael Wineland, Legislative Liaison for the Michigan Unemployment Insurance
Agency;
Peter Ruark, Senior Policy Analyst for the Michigan League for Public Policy;
Thomas W. Weeks;
Mark Risk, an attorney;
Robert Cramer, Director of Community Services for the Michigan Association of
United Ways;
Angana Shah, Policy Manager for the Michigan United;
David Blanchard, representing the Blanchard and Walker, PLLC; and
David Q. Worthams, Director of Human Resource Policy for Michigan Manufacturers
Association.
Representative Sabo moved to report out SB 445 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
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 a presentation on Mavin-Integrating Data and People to
create a Better Learning Experience.
Bob Kefgen, Associate Executive Director for Government Relations Michigan Association
of Secondary School Principals, introduced Colin Ripmaster, Deputy Executive Director
Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals, Sai Naik, Chairman and Chief
Executive Officer and the Principal Solution Architect for the Mavin Global Company, and
Kevin Stotts, President Talent 2025, who put forward their video presentation on Mavin, a
student learning program. Questions and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee; Representative Sabo moved that the
committee adjourn. There being no objections, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:18 a.m.
Representative Beth Griffin, Chair
Joy Brewer
Committee Clerk
joybrewer@house.mi.gov


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MEMBERS:
SEN. RUTH A. JOHNSON, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. KEVIN DALEY
SEN. BETTY JEAN ALEXANDER, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JEREMY MOSS
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT
SENATOR DALE W. ZORN
CHAIR
5100 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-3543
FAX: (517) 373-0927
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
January 27, 2022
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Local Government was scheduled for Thursday, January 27, 2022, at
1:30 p.m., in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 4833 (Rep. Ellison) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported HB 4834 (Rep. Tisdel) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Reported SB 525 (S-1) (Sen. Wojno) with recommendation and immediate effect.
4. Reported SB 821 (Sen. Schmidt) with recommendation and immediate effect.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m.. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, Alexander and Moss, a quorum was
present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to adopt the meeting minutes from January 20, 2022. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair brought up HB's 4833 and 4834.
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB's 4833 -
4834:
Leah Robinson, Michigan Chamber of Commerce – Neutral
Jimmy Greene, Associated Builders and Contractors Michigan – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to report HB 4833 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, Alexander and Moss
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
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The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4833. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to report HB 4834 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, Alexander and Moss
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4834. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair brought up SB 525 and offer an (S-1) version.
The Chair invited Sen. Wojno to summarize the bill and (S-1).
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 525:
Mark Hackel, Macomb County Executive – Support
Don Brown, Macomb County Commissioner – Support
Anthony Forlini, Macomb County Clerk – Support
Harold Haugh, Commissioner – Support
Candice Miller, Macomb Public Works Commissioners – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 525. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, Alexander and Moss
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to report SB 525 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, Alexander and Moss
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 525 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair brought up SB 821 and invited Sen. Schmidt to summarize the bill.
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The Chair invited the following individual to present testimony via Zoom regarding SB 821:
Bryan Graham, Young, Graham and Wendling P.C. - Support
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 821:
Chris Hackbarth, Michigan Municipal League – Support
Deena Bosworth, Michigan Association of Counties – Support
Judy Allen, Michigan Townships Association – Support
Roy Grifitts, Lake Charlevoix Emergency Medical Services Authority - Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Alexander to report SB 821 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, Alexander and Moss
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 821. 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 1:49 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 05/10/2022
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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
January 27, 2022
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Health Policy and Human Services was scheduled for Thursday, January
27, 2022, at 1:00 p.m., in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 4316 (Rep. Frederick) with recommendation.
2. Reported HB 4352 (S-1) (Rep. Allor) with recommendation.
3. Reported HB 4351 (Rep. Whitsett) with recommendation.
4. Testimony regarding HB 4348 (Rep. Calley).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:04 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis,
Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno, a quorum was present.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4316:
Marnie Triemstra, Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs – Oppose
Rich Farran, Health Care Association of Michigan – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report HB 4316 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, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair offered, and summarized, an (S-1) version of HB 4352.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4351:
Joseph Sullivan, Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services – Neutral
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 4352. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana,
and Wojno
Nays: None
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The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to report the (S-1) version of HB 4352 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, and Wojno
Nays: None
Pass: Sen. Santana
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report HB 4351 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 read a statement regarding the ongoing changes being made to HB 4348.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4348:
Mark Cook and Tim Antonelli, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan – Oppose
Heather Cascone, Pharmaceutical Care Management Association – Oppose
Miguel Rodriguez and Austin Brown, America's Pharmacies – Neutral
Joseph Sullivan, Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services – Neutral
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4348:
Phil Yeiter, Priority Health – Oppose
Larry Lewis, CVS Aetna – Oppose
Matt Patton, Detroit Regional Chamber – Oppose
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to adopt the meeting minutes from January 20, 2022. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:01 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: February 8, 2022
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MEMBERS:
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. TOM BARRETT
SEN. RUTH A. JOHNSON
SEN. JIM RUNESTAD
SEN. STEPHANIE CHANG, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JEFF IRWIN
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY AND PUBLIC
SAFETY
SENATOR ROGER VICTORY
CHAIR
4100 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-6920
FAX: (517) 373-2751
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
January 27, 2022
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety was scheduled for Thursday, January 27,
2022, at 8:30 a.m., in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1.
Testimony regarding SB 626 (Sen. LaSata).
2.
Testimony regarding HB 4821 (Rep. Beson).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 8:33 a.m.. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Victory, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Johnson, Wozniak, Chang and Irwin, a
quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the revised 2021-2022 Senate Committee on
Judiciary and Public Safety committee rules. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Victory, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Johnson, Wozniak and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the rules were adopted.
The Chair welcomed Sen. Wozniak to the Committee.
At 8:39 a.m. Sen. Chang entered the meeting.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wozniak to adopt the meeting minutes from November 2, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair brought up SB 626 and HB 4821 and invited Sen. LaSata and Rep. Beson to summarize the bills.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 626 and HB 4821:
Via Zoom – Mike Sauger, Michigan Fraternal Order of Police - Support
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB 626 and HB 4821:
Matt Saxton, Michigan Sheriff's Association – Support
Bree Anderson, MI Department of Technology, Management and Budget – Support
Lydia Amaya, MI Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Monument Fund Commissioner - Oppose
The Chair moved to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Sen.(s) Barrett and Runestad
were 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 8:45 a.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 02/10/2022


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MEMBERS:
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. DAN LAUWERS
SEN. WAYNE A. SCHMIDT
SEN. KIMBERLY A. LASATA
SEN. MICHAEL D. MACDONALD
SEN. MARK HUIZENGA
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
January 27, 2022
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Economic and Small Business Development was scheduled for
Thursday, January 27, 2022, at 12:00 noon, in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding HB 4725 (Rep. Bezotte).
2. Testimony regarding SB 791 (Sen. Horn).
3. Testimony regarding HB 5295 (Rep. Hauck) and HB 5296 (Rep. Hertel).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:00 noon. 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,
Huizenga, Geiss and Moss, a quorum was present.
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 entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the meeting minutes from December 9, 2021.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited Cindy Denby, of Representative Bezotte's office to summarize House Bill 4725.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4725:
Mike Murphy, Livingston County Sheriff – Support
Mike Sauger, Michigan Fraternal Order of Police – Support
Steve Delie, Mackinac Center for Public Policy – Opposed
Desmond Miller, Deputy Sheriff's Association of MI – Support
Matt Saxton, Michigan Sheriff's Association – Support
Ken Grabowski, Police Officer Association of Michigan – Support
Deena Bosworth, Michigan Association of Counties – Opposed
Chair Horn summarized Senate Bill 791.
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The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 791:
Rachael Wineland, Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency – Support
David Worthams, Michigan Manufacturers Association – Support
Wendy Block, Michigan Chamber of Commerce – Support
The Chair invited Alex Porrett, of Representative Hauck's office to summarize House Bills 5295 and 5296.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 5295 and HB 5296:
Mackenzie Jones, LARA – Neutral
Dr. Erick Dimartino, Michigan Association of Chiropractors – Support
Carl Alden, MI Association of Chiropractors – Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:45 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: February 10, 2022
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location: Room 327, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON COMMERCE AND TOURISM
REP. PAULINE WENDZEL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
10:00 AM
Room 327, House Office Building
The House Committee on Commerce and Tourism was called to order by Chair Wendzel.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Wendzel, Roth, Alexander, Farrington, Wakeman, Martin, Cambensy,
Cherry, Manoogian, Whitsett, Liberati.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Roth moved to adopt the meeting minutes from January 25, 2022. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5305 and HB 5306 before the committee:
HB 5305
(Rep. Bellino)
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General
sales tax act," by amending section 4ee (MCL
205.54ee), as added by 2015 PA 251.
HB 5306
(Rep. Hertel)
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act,"
by amending section 4cc (MCL 205.94cc), as
added by 2015 PA 252.
Representative Roth moved to adopt substitute (H-5) to HB 5305. The motion prevailed 11-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Wendzel, Roth, Alexander, Farrington, Wakeman, Martin, Cambensy, Cherry,
Manoogian, Whitsett, Liberati.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Cherry offered the following amendments to HB 5305 (H-5):
1. Amend page 3, line 12, after "2046" by inserting "or, with respect to an enterprise
data center subject to a certificate that is located on the property included in a
brownfield plan under the brownfield redevelopment financing act, 1996 PA 381, MCL
125.2651 to 125.2670, or on property that was once an industrial site used primarily as a
power plant to generate electricity for sale, through December 31, 2061".
2. Amend page 8, line 17, after "2046" by inserting "or, for a facility that is located
on the property included in a brownfield plan under the brownfield redevelopment
financing act, 1996 PA 381, MCL 125.2651 to 125.2670, or on property that was once an
industrial site used primarily as a power plant to generate electricity for sale, through
December 31, 2061".
Representative Cherry moved to adopt the amendments to HB 5305 (h-5). The motion
prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Wendzel, Roth, Alexander, Farrington, Wakeman, Martin, Cambensy, Cherry,
Manoogian, Whitsett, Liberati.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Cambensy moved to report House Bill No. 5305 as amended, as substitute (H-
6). The motion prevailed 9-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Wendzel, Roth, Wakeman, Martin, Cambensy, Cherry, Manoogian, Whitsett,
Liberati.
Nays: Reps. Alexander, Farrington.
Pass: None.
Representative Martin moved to adopt substitute (H-5) to HB 5306. The motion prevailed 11-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Wendzel, Roth, Alexander, Farrington, Wakeman, Martin, Cambensy, Cherry,
Manoogian, Whitsett, Liberati.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Cherry offered the following amendments to HB 5306 (H-5):
1. Amend page 3, line 12, after "2046" by inserting "or, with respect to an enterprise
data center subject to a certificate that is located on the property included in a
brownfield plan under the brownfield redevelopment financing act, 1996 PA 381, MCL
125.2651 to 125.2670, or on property that was once an industrial site used primarily as a
power plant to generate electricity for sale, through December 31, 2061".
2. Amend page 8, line 19, after "2046" by inserting "or, for a facility that is located
on the property included in a brownfield plan under the brownfield redevelopment
financing act, 1996 PA 381, MCL 125.2651 to 125.2670, or on property that was once an
industrial site used primarily as a power plant to generate electricity for sale, through
December 31, 2061".
Representative Cherry moved to adopt the amendments to HB 5306 (H-5). The motion
prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Wendzel, Roth, Alexander, Farrington, Wakeman, Martin, Cambensy, Cherry,
Manoogian, Whitsett, Liberati.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Cherry moved to report House Bill No. 5306 as amended, as substitute (H-6).
The motion prevailed 9-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Wendzel, Roth, Wakeman, Martin, Cambensy, Cherry, Manoogian, Whitsett,
Liberati.
Nays: Reps. Alexander, Farrington.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Wendzel adjourned the meeting
at 10:06 AM.
Representative Pauline Wendzel, Chair
Angie Lake
Committee Clerk
alake@house.mi.gov


location: Room 521, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION
REP. PAMELA HORNBERGER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
9:00 AM
Room 521, House Office 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 Shannon joined the committee remotely.
Representative O'Malley moved to adopt the meeting minutes from December 7, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5685 and HB 5686 before the committee:
HB 5685
(Rep. Hornberger)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The
revised school code," by amending section 1231
(MCL 380.1231), as amended by 2020 PA 23, and
by adding section 1233d.
HB 5686
(Rep. Hornberger)
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled "The state
school aid act of 1979," by amending section 18
(MCL 388.1618), as amended by 2021 PA 48.
Vice Chair Paquette took over the gavel, the time being 9:01.
Chair Hornberger, testified in support of HB 5685 and HB 5686. Questions and discussion
followed.
Chair Hornberger returned to the gavel, the time being 9:20.
David Vanderwall, and Kendall Schroeder, representing Michigan Great Lakes Virtual
Academy, testified in support of HB 5686. Questions and discussion followed.
Bryan Klochak, representing Michigan Connections Academy, testified in support of HB
5686.
Chris Loiselle, representing Berrien Springs Public Schools, testified in support of HB 5686.
The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5685 and HB 5686, but did not
wish to speak:
Dr. Sheryl Kennedy, representing the Michigan Department of Education.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5685, but did not wish to speak:
David Randels, representing Oakland Schools.
Mike Latvis, representing the Wayne Regional Education Service Authority.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5686, but did not wish to speak:
Beth DeShone, representing the Great Lakes Education Project.
Alicia Urbain, representing the Michigan Association of Public School Administrators.
Amy Dunlap, representing Michigan Connections Academy.
Dawn Kelley-Slifer, representing Lighthouse Connections Academy.
Mike Frederick, representing Next Level Management.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hornberger adjourned the
meeting at 9:46 AM.
Representative Pamela Hornberger, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON ELECTIONS AND ETHICS
REP. ANN BOLLIN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
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 Steven Johnson moved to adopt the meeting minutes from January 25, 2022.
There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4996 before the committee:
HB 4996
(Rep. Schroeder)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," by amending sections 178 and 634
(MCL 168.178 and 168.634), section 178 as
amended by 1980 PA 261 and section 634 as
amended by 1996 PA 583.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4996, but due to the time constraints
were unable to speak:
Kathy McClinchey, representing the Pure Integrity for Michigan Elections.
Representative Calley moved to report out HB 4996 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid SB 273 and SB 278 before the committee:
SB 273
(Sen. Johnson)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," (MCL 168.1 to 168.992) by adding
section 761e.
SB 278
(Sen. MacDonald)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," by amending section 761d (MCL
168.761d), as added by 2020 PA 177.
Senator Johnson and Senator MacDonald, testified in support of SB 273 and SB 278.
Questions and discussion followed.
Alex Weddon, representing the Pure Integrity for Michigan Elections, testified in support of
SB 273 and SB 278.
Adam Reames, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified in opposition to SB
273 and SB 278. Questions and discussion followed.
Lindsay Oswald, representing the Saint Joseph County Clerk's Office, testified in support of
SB 273 and SB 278.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 273, but did not wish to speak:
Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks.
Emily Snider, representing the Michigan Anti-Defamation League.
Steven Lance, representing the NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund.
Mike Butterbee, representing the Michigan Township Association.
Erica Peresman, representing the Michigan Democratic Party.
Cheryl Rottman, representing the The Oakland County Clerk's Association.
The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on SB 278, but did not wish to
speak:
Cheryl Rottmann, representing the The Oakland County Clerk's Association.
The following person submitted a card in support of SB 278, but did not wish to speak:
Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks.
The following person submitted a card in support of SB 273 and SB 278, but did not wish to
speak:
Kathy Mcclinchey, representing the Pure Integrity for Michigan Elections.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 273and SB 278, but did not wish
to speak:
Christina Schlitt and Paula Bowman, representing the League of Women Voters of
Michigan.
Mary Pollock, representing the The American Association of University Women of
Michigan.
Susan Jacob.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Bollin adjourned the meeting at
12:37 PM.
Representative Ann Bollin, Chair
Sondra Gordon
Committee Clerk
sgordon@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON FAMILIES, CHILDREN, AND SENIORS
REP. RODNEY WAKEMAN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
12:00 p.m.
Room 327, House Office Building
The House Committee on Families, Children, and Seniors was called to order by the Chair.
The Chair requested attendance be called. The Clerk called the attendance and announced a
quorum was present.
Present: Reps. Wakeman, Meerman, Rendon, Roth, Tisdel, Pohutsky, Camilleri, Brenda
Carter.
Absent: Rep. Aiyash.
Excused: Rep. Aiyash.
Representative Roth moved to adopt the meeting minutes from January 25, 2022. There being
no objections, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5611 and HB 5612 before the committee:
HB 5611
(Rep. Alexander)
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act,"
by amending sections 4 and 21 (MCL 205.94 and
205.111), as amended by 2021 PA 109.
HB 5612
(Rep. Alexander)
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General
sales tax act," by amending sections 4a and 25
(MCL 205.54a and 205.75), as amended by 2021
PA 108.
Representative Julie Alexander, the bill sponsor for HB 5611 and HB5 612, explained the
(H-1) substitutes to the bills. Questions and comments followed.
The following Individuals submitted a card in support of HB 5611 and HB 5612, but did not
wish to speak:
David LaLumia. Executive Director for the Agencies on Aging Association of
Michigan;
Dan Jarvis, Research and Policy Director for Michigan Family Forum; and
Rebecca Mastee, Policy Advocate for Michigan Catholic Conference.
Representative Tisdel moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5611. The motion prevailed 8-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Wakeman, Meerman, Rendon, Roth, Tisdel, Pohutsky, Camilleri, Brenda
Carter.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Roth moved to report out HB 5611 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 8-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Wakeman, Meerman, Rendon, Roth, Tisdel, Pohutsky, Camilleri, Brenda
Carter.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Rendon moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5612. The motion prevailed 8-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Wakeman, Meerman, Rendon, Roth, Tisdel, Pohutsky, Camilleri, Brenda
Carter.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Rendon moved to report out HB 5612 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
1). The motion prevailed 8-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Wakeman, Meerman, Rendon, Roth, Tisdel, Pohutsky, Camilleri, Brenda
Carter.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 5657 before the committee:
HB 5657
(Rep. Reilly)
A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled "Child
protection law," by amending section 7b (MCL
722.627b), as amended by 2011 PA 89.
Representative Reilly, the bill sponsor for HB 5657, explained the bill. Questions followed.
Representative Pohutsky moved to excuse Representative Aiyash from the meeting. There
being no objections the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee; Representative Tisdel moved that the
committee adjourn. The Chair adjourned the meeting at 12:18 p.m.
Representative Rodney Wakeman, Chair
Joy Brewer
Committee Clerk
joybrewer@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
REP. GRAHAM FILLER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
9:00 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Committee on Judiciary was called to order by Chair Filler.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Griffin, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Berman,
Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representatives Berman and Yancey joined the committee remotely.
Representative Mueller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from January 25, 2022. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5679, HB 5680, HB 5681 and HB 5560 before the committee:
HB 5679
(Rep. Filler)
A bill to amend 1985 PA 87, entitled "William Van
Regenmorter crime victim's rights act," by
amending sections 61 and 61a (MCL 780.811 and
780.811a), section 61 as amended by 2018 PA 370
and section 61a as amended by 2005 PA 184.
HB 5680
(Rep. Borton)
A bill to amend 1985 PA 87, entitled "William Van
Regenmorter crime victim's rights act," by
amending sections 8, 38, and 68 (MCL 780.758,
780.788, and 780.818), as amended by 2012 PA
457.
HB 5681
(Rep. VanWoerkom)
A bill to amend 1985 PA 87, entitled "William Van
Regenmorter crime victim's rights act," by
amending sections 15, 43, and 75 (MCL 780.765,
780.793, and 780.825), as amended by 2018 PA
153.
HB 5560
(Rep. Rogers)
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code
of criminal procedure," (MCL 760.1 to 777.69) by
adding section 21b to chapter XVI.
At 9:04 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 9:05 AM, Majority Vice Chair Mueller called the committee back to order.
Chairman Filler, Representative Borton and Representative Rogers testified in support of HB
5679, HB 5680, HB 5681 and HB 5560. Questions and discussion followed.
Matt Wiese, Marquette County Prosecuting Attorney, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys
Association of Michigan, testified in support of HB 5679, HB 5680, HB 5681 and HB 5560.
At 9:23 AM, Majority Vice Chair Mueller laid the committee at ease.
At 9:24 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Heath Lowry, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence,
testified in support of HB 5679, HB 5680, HB 5681 and HB 5560.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5679, HB 5680, HB 5681 and HB
5560, but did not wish to speak:
Meghann Kiet-Corrion, representing the Michigan Association of Counties.
Matt Saxton, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association.
Rebecca Shiemke, representing the Michigan Poverty Law Program.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Filler adjourned the meeting at
9:28 AM.
Representative Graham Filler, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY REFORM
REP. ROGER HAUCK
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
10:30 AM
Room 519, House Office 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, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Young.
Absent: Rep. Steenland.
Excused: Rep. Steenland.
Representative Mueller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from December 7, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5587 before the committee:
HB 5587
(Rep. Hauck)
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.
At 10:31 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 10:32 AM, Majority Vice Chair Hoitenga called the committee back to order.
Representative Hauck testified in support of HB 5587. Questions and discussion followed.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5587, but did not wish to speak:
John McNamara, representing the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association.
At 10:41 AM, Majority Vice Chair Hoitenga laid the committee at ease.
At 10:43 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair laid HB 5058, HB 5060, HB 5061 and HB 5617 before the committee:
HB 5058
(Rep. Clements)
A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled "Food law,"
by amending section 1105 (MCL 289.1105), as
amended by 2014 PA 516.
HB 5060
(Rep. Outman)
A bill to amend 2020 PA 220, entitled "Industrial
hemp growers act," by amending section 609
(MCL 333.29609), as amended by 2021 PA 4.
HB 5061
(Rep. Posthumus)
A bill to amend 2014 PA 547, entitled "Industrial
hemp research and development act," by
amending the title and sections 2 and 7 (MCL
286.842 and 286.847), the title and section 2 as
amended by 2018 PA 641 and section 7 as added
by 2018 PA 641, and by adding section 11a.
HB 5617
(Rep. Outman)
A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled "Food law,"
by amending section 1109 (MCL 289.1109), as
amended by 2018 PA 92, and by adding section
7136.
Representative Damoose moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5058. The motion prevailed
14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Young.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hall moved to report out HB 5058 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Young.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Outman moved to report out HB 5060 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Young.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Mueller moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5061. The motion prevailed
14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Young.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wendzel moved to report out HB 5061 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-2). The motion prevailed 14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Young.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hall moved to report out HB 5617 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Young.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5058, HB 5060, HB 5061 and HB
5617, but did not wish to speak:
Frank Foster, representing the US Hemp Roundtable.
The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5058 (H-1), but did not
wish to speak:
Ashley Steffen, representing the Michigan Department of Agriculture.
The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5060, but did not wish
to speak:
Ashley Steffen, representing the Michigan Department of Agriculture.
The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5061 (H-2), but did not
wish to speak:
Ashley Steffen, representing the Michigan Department of Agriculture.
The Chair laid HB 5512 before the committee:
HB 5512
(Rep. Calley)
A bill to amend 2008 IL 1, entitled "Michigan
Medical Marihuana Act," by amending section 7
(MCL 333.26427), as amended by 2016 PA 546.
Representative Damoose moved to refer HB 5512 to the Committee on Judiciary. The motion
prevailed 14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Young.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hertel moved to excuse Representative Steenland from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hauck adjourned the meeting at
10:49 AM.
Representative Roger Hauck, Chair
Molly Wingrove
Committee Clerk
mwingrove@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION
REP. JACK O'MALLEY
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
10:30 AM
Room 521, 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 Berman and Shannon joined the committee remotely.
Representative Clemente moved to adopt the meeting minutes from January 25, 2022. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5315 before the committee:
HB 5315
(Rep. Damoose)
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The
Michigan penal code," by amending section 552c
(MCL 750.552c), as added by 2005 PA 305.
Representative Roth moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5315. The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Howell, Griffin, LaFave, Carra, Roth, Sneller, Clemente,
Liberati, Puri.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Roth moved to report out HB 5315 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 10-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Howell, Griffin, LaFave, Roth, Sneller, Clemente, Liberati,
Puri.
Nays: Rep. Carra.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5315, but did not wish to speak:
Jon Byrd, representing the Michigan Laborers Union.
The Chair laid HB 5662 and HB 5663 before the committee:
HB 5662
(Rep. O'Malley)
A bill to amend 2006 PA 384, entitled "Driver
education provider and instructor act," by
amending sections 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 17, 23, 25, 43,
45, 55, 61, and 65 (MCL 256.623, 256.625,
256.627, 256.629, 256.631, 256.633, 256.637,
256.643, 256.645, 256.663, 256.665, 256.675,
256.681, and 256.685), section 55 as amended by
2016 PA 322.
HB 5663
(Rep. Sneller)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan
vehicle code," by amending sections 306a, 312e,
and 312f (MCL 257.306a, 257.312e, and
257.312f), sections 306a and 312f as amended by
2021 PA 71 and section 312e as amended by 2015
PA 11.
Representative Sneller moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5662. The motion prevailed 11-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Howell, Griffin, LaFave, Carra, Roth, Sneller, Clemente,
Liberati, Puri.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Sneller moved to report out HB 5662 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 9-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Howell, Griffin, Roth, Sneller, Clemente, Liberati, Puri.
Nays: Reps. LaFave, Carra.
Pass: None.
Representative Griffin moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5663. The motion prevailed 11-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Howell, Griffin, LaFave, Carra, Roth, Sneller, Clemente,
Liberati, Puri.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Griffin moved to report out HB 5663 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2).
The motion prevailed 9-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Howell, Griffin, Roth, Sneller, Clemente, Liberati, Puri.
Nays: Reps. LaFave, Carra.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5662 and HB 5663, but did not wish to
speak:
Walter Heinritzi, representing the Michigan Trucking Association.
Adam Reames and Jenita Moore, representing the Michigan Department of State.
Jon Byrd, representing the Michigan Laborers Union.
The Chair laid SB 465 and SB 466 before the committee:
SB 465
(Sen. Runestad)
A bill to amend 1951 PA 51, entitled "An act to
provide for the classification of all public roads,
streets, and highways in this state, and for the
revision of that classification and for additions to
and deletions from each classification; to set up
and establish the Michigan transportation fund; to
provide for the deposits in the Michigan
transportation fund of specific taxes on motor
vehicles and motor vehicle fuels; to provide for
the allocation of funds from the Michigan
transportation fund and the use and administration
of the fund for transportation purposes; to promote
safe and efficient travel for motor vehicle drivers,
bicyclists, pedestrians, and other legal users of
roads, streets, and highways; to set up and
establish the truck safety fund; to provide for the
allocation of funds from the truck safety fund and
administration of the fund for truck safety
purposes; to set up and establish the Michigan
truck safety commission; to establish certain
standards for road contracts for certain businesses;
to provide for the continuing review of
transportation needs within the state; to authorize
the state transportation commission, counties,
cities, and villages to borrow money, issue bonds,
and make pledges of funds for transportation
purposes; to authorize counties to advance funds
for the payment of deficiencies necessary for the
payment of bonds issued under this act; to provide
for the limitations, payment, retirement, and
security of the bonds and pledges; to provide for
appropriations and tax levies by counties and
townships for county roads; to authorize
contributions by townships for county roads; to
provide for the establishment and administration
of the state trunk line fund, local bridge fund,
comprehensive transportation fund, and certain
other funds; to provide for the deposits in the state
trunk line fund, critical bridge fund,
comprehensive transportation fund, and certain
other funds of money raised by specific taxes and
fees; to provide for definitions of public
transportation functions and criteria; to define the
purposes for which Michigan transportation funds
may be allocated; to provide for Michigan
transportation fund grants; to provide for review
and approval of transportation programs; to
provide for submission of annual legislative
requests and reports; to provide for the
establishment and functions of certain advisory
entities; to provide for conditions for grants; to
provide for the issuance of bonds and notes for
transportation purposes; to provide for the powers
and duties of certain state and local agencies and
officials; to provide for the making of loans for
transportation purposes by the state transportation
department and for the receipt and repayment by
local units and agencies of those loans from
certain specified sources; to investigate and study
the tolling of roads, streets, highways, or bridges;
and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by amending
section 10o (MCL 247.660o), as amended by 2000
PA 188.
SB 466
(Sen. MacDonald)
A bill to amend 1951 PA 51, entitled "An act to
provide for the classification of all public roads,
streets, and highways in this state, and for the
revision of that classification and for additions to
and deletions from each classification; to set up
and establish the Michigan transportation fund; to
provide for the deposits in the Michigan
transportation fund of specific taxes on motor
vehicles and motor vehicle fuels; to provide for
the allocation of funds from the Michigan
transportation fund and the use and administration
of the fund for transportation purposes; to promote
safe and efficient travel for motor vehicle drivers,
bicyclists, pedestrians, and other legal users of
roads, streets, and highways; to set up and
establish the truck safety fund; to provide for the
allocation of funds from the truck safety fund and
administration of the fund for truck safety
purposes; to set up and establish the Michigan
truck safety commission; to establish certain
standards for road contracts for certain businesses;
to provide for the continuing review of
transportation needs within the state; to authorize
the state transportation commission, counties,
cities, and villages to borrow money, issue bonds,
and make pledges of funds for transportation
purposes; to authorize counties to advance funds
for the payment of deficiencies necessary for the
payment of bonds issued under this act; to provide
for the limitations, payment, retirement, and
security of the bonds and pledges; to provide for
appropriations and tax levies by counties and
townships for county roads; to authorize
contributions by townships for county roads; to
provide for the establishment and administration
of the state trunk line fund, local bridge fund,
comprehensive transportation fund, and certain
other funds; to provide for the deposits in the state
trunk line fund, critical bridge fund,
comprehensive transportation fund, and certain
other funds of money raised by specific taxes and
fees; to provide for definitions of public
transportation functions and criteria; to define the
purposes for which Michigan transportation funds
may be allocated; to provide for Michigan
transportation fund grants; to provide for review
and approval of transportation programs; to
provide for submission of annual legislative
requests and reports; to provide for the
establishment and functions of certain advisory
entities; to provide for conditions for grants; to
provide for the issuance of bonds and notes for
transportation purposes; to provide for the powers
and duties of certain state and local agencies and
officials; to provide for the making of loans for
transportation purposes by the state transportation
department and for the receipt and repayment by
local units and agencies of those loans from
certain specified sources; to investigate and study
the tolling of roads, streets, highways, or bridges;
and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by amending
section 10 (MCL 247.660), as amended by 2020
PA 222.
Representative Puri moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 465. The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Howell, Griffin, LaFave, Carra, Roth, Sneller, Clemente,
Liberati, Puri.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Puri moved to report out SB 465 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The
motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Howell, Griffin, LaFave, Carra, Roth, Sneller, Clemente,
Liberati, Puri.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Eisen moved to report out SB 466 with recommendation. The motion prevailed
11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Howell, Griffin, LaFave, Carra, Roth, Sneller, Clemente,
Liberati, Puri.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on SB 465 and SB 466, but did not
wish to speak:
Jon Byrd, representing the Michigan Laborers Union.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 465 and SB 466, but did not wish to
speak:
Matt Breslin, representing the Road Commission for Oakland County.
The Chair laid HB 5408, HB 5409 and HB 5410 before the committee:
HB 5408
(Rep. Cherry)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan
vehicle code," by amending section 805 (MCL
257.805), as amended by 2013 PA 82.
HB 5409
(Rep. Howell)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending section 2045 (MCL 324.2045), as
amended by 2013 PA 81.
HB 5410
(Rep. Roth)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending section 2001 (MCL 324.2001), as
amended by 2010 PA 32.
Representative Howell, Representative Roth, and Representative Cherry all testified in support
of HB 5408, HB 5409 and HB 5410. Questions and discussion followed.
Adam Reames and Jenita Moore, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified in
opposition to HB 5408, HB 5409 and HB 5410. Questions and discussion followed.
Chief of Parks and Recreation Division Ron Olson, representing the Michigan Department of
Natural Resources, approached to answer questions from committee members on HB 5408, HB
5409 and HB 5410. Questions and discussion followed.
Hallie Fox, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters, testified in support of HB
5408, HB 5409 and HB 5410.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5408, HB 5409 and HB 5410, but did
not wish to speak:
Taylor Ridderbusch, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
Charlotte Jameson, representing the Michigan Environmental Council.
Richard Bewman, representing the Nature Conservancy.
Marc Smith, representing the National Wildlife Federation.
Mike Thorman, representing the Michigan Hunting Dog Federation.
Jane Finnerty, representing the Cadillac Sportsman's Club.
Greg Peter and Amy Trotter, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs.
Denny Grinold, representing the Michigan Charter Boats Association.
Dennis, Michigan Steelhead & Salmon Fishermen's Association Michigan Salmon and
Steelhead Fishermen's Association.
Kurt Berryman, representing the Auto Dealers of Michigan.
Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club- Michigan Chapter.
Taylor Ridderbusch, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
Nick Buggia, representing the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair O'Malley adjourned the meeting at
11:23 AM.
Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov


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MEMBERS:
SEN. KEN HORN, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JIM RUNESTAD
SEN. KEVIN DALEY
SEN. MARK HUIZENGA
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
February 1, 2022
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Education and Career Readiness was scheduled for Tuesday, February 1,
2022, at 12:00 noon, in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 777 (Sen. Nesbitt) and SB 778 (Sen. Brinks).
2. Reported HB 4074 (S-1) (Rep. Brann) with recommendation.
3. Testimony regarding SB 801 (Sen. LaSata).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:02 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, Huizenga, Polehanki and Geiss, a
quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to adopt the meeting minutes from January 18, 2022. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 777 and SB 778:
Sen. Aric Nesbitt – Support
Sen. Winnie Brinks – Support
Heidi Cate, Lighthouse Academy – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 777 and
SB 778:
Sheryl Kennedy, Michigan Department of Education – Opposition
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 4074. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Horn, Runestad, Daley, and Huizenga.
Nays: Sen.(s) Polehanki and Geiss.
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to report the (S-1) version of HB 4074 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Horn, Runestad, Daley, and Huizenga.
Nays: Sen.(s) Polehanki and Geiss.
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The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 801:
Sen. Kim LaSata – Support
David Guenthner, Mackinac Center – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 801:
Beth DeShone, Great Lakes Education Project – Support
Katrina Morris, Michigan Association of Pupil Transportation – Opposition
Howard Dashney, Pupil Transportation Operation and Management Institute – Opposition
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:37 p.m.
Date adopted by committee: 02/08/22
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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. JOHN BIZON, M.D.
SEN. WAYNE A. SCHMIDT
SEN. DOUGLAS WOZNIAK
SEN. SEAN MCCANN, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. WINNIE BRINKS
SEN. MALLORY MCMORROW
SEN. MARSHALL BULLOCK
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
February 1, 2022
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Energy and Technology was scheduled for Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at
2:00 p.m., in the Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Presentation by Mike Byrne, MPSC Chief Operating Officer: Ratemaking and Economic Development
Overview
The Chair called the meeting to order at 2:01 p.m.. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Lauwers, Sen.(s) Horn, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Bumstead, Bizon,
Schmidt, Wozniak, McCann, Brinks, McMorrow and Bullock, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to adopt the meeting minutes from January 25, 2022. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited Michigan Public Service Commission Chief Operating Officer Mike Byrne for a presentation
on Ratemaking and Economic Development Overview. Member questions followed.
The Chair recognized Carmen Siciliano, GOP Policy Advisor for Senate Energy and Technology committee,
and thanked him for his service to the Michigan Legislature. The Chair presented flags to Mr. Siciliano in
recognition of his service and wished him the best with his future endeavors.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:43 p.m.
Adopted by Committee: March 1, 2022
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MEMBERS:
SEN. LANA THEIS, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JOHN BIZON, M.D.
SEN. DOUGLAS WOZNIAK
SEN. JEFF IRWIN, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. STEPHANIE CHANG
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT
SENATOR ED MCBROOM
CHAIR
7100 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7840
FAX: (517) 373-3932
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
February 1, 2022
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Oversight was scheduled for Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at 2:00 p.m., in
the 1300 room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Presentation from Heidi Washington, Director, Michigan Department of Corrections.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 2:02 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Theis, Bizon, Wozniak, Irwin and Chang, a quorum
was present.
The Chair invited the committee to recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
Chair McBroom entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to adopt the meeting minutes from January 20, 2022.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
Chair McBroom briefed the committee on the day's agenda and provided opening comments including the
announcement of a proposed future hearing with the Department of Corrections to continue the discussion.
The Chair invited Michigan Department of Corrections Director, Heidi Washington, to give the committee a
presentation regarding the Department.
Director Washington was accompanied by Kyle Kaminski, Legislative Liaison, Michigan Department of
Corrections.
Director Washington delivered the first section of the presentation: "Update on Women's Huron Valley
Correctional Facility".
Member questions and discussion followed. Additional information was requested by the committee.
Director Washington continued with the remainder of the presentation: "Statistics On Staff Assaults by
Prisoners" and "Update on Staffing, Recruitment and Wellness".
Member questions and discussion followed. Additional information was requested by the committee.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair McBroom entertained a motion by Sen. Irwin to
adjourn the committee at 4:07 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION
REP. PAMELA HORNBERGER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
9:00 AM
Room 521, House Office 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, Koleszar, Shannon, Stone.
Absent: Rep. Brenda Carter.
Excused: Rep. Brenda Carter.
Representative Shannon joined the committee remotely.
Representative Markkanen moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 1, 2022.
There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5686 before the committee:
HB 5686
(Rep. Hornberger)
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled "The state
school aid act of 1979," by amending section 18
(MCL 388.1618), as amended by 2021 PA 48.
Representative Paquette moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5686. The motion prevailed
11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Green, Markkanen, O'Malley, Beeler, Damoose,
Posthumus, Camilleri, Koleszar, Stone.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Paquette moved to report out HB 5686 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-1). The motion prevailed 8-3-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Green, Markkanen, O'Malley, Beeler, Damoose,
Posthumus.
Nays: Reps. Camilleri, Koleszar, Stone.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4810 and HB 4811 before the committee:
HB 4810
(Rep. Martin)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The
revised school code," by amending section 1279g
(MCL 380.1279g), as amended by 2016 PA 170.
HB 4811
(Rep. Paquette)
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled "The state
school aid act of 1979," by amending section 104b
(MCL 388.1704b), as amended by 2018 PA 265.
Representative Martin ,Representative Paquette, and Deanna Green, representing the
Michigan Association for College Admission Counseling, testified in support of HB 4810 and
HB 4811. Questions and discussion followed.
Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals, testified
in support of HB 4810 and HB 4811.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4810 and HB 4811, but did not wish
to speak:
Chris Glass, representing the Education Advocates of West Michigan.
Matt Patton, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber.
Carter Delloro, representing the Michigan Association for College Admissions
Counseling.
Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards.
The following person submitted a card with no position on HB 4810 and HB 4811, but did
not wish to speak:
Sheryl Kennedy, representing the Michigan Department of Education.
The Chair laid HB 5703 before the committee:
HB 5703
(Rep. Glenn)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The
revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by
adding section 10a.
Representative Glenn, testified in support of HB 5703.
Representative Damoose moved to excuse Representative Brenda Carter from the meeting.
There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hornberger adjourned the
meeting at 9:21 AM.
Representative Pamela Hornberger, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON ELECTIONS AND ETHICS
REP. ANN BOLLIN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
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 meeting minutes from February 1, 2022. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4163 before the committee:
HB 4163
(Rep. Berman)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 388, entitled "Michigan
campaign finance act," by amending section 47
(MCL 169.247), as amended by 2015 PA 269.
Patricia Johnson representing the Pure Integrity for Michigan Elections provided testimony in
support of HB 4163.
Representative Calley moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4163. The motion prevailed 7-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Filler moved to report out HB 4163 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2).
The motion prevailed 7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 5335 before the committee:
HB 5335
(Rep. Damoose)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," by amending section 735 (MCL
168.735), as amended by 2004 PA 92, and by
adding section 730b.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5335, but due to the time constraints
were unable to speak:
James Johnson, representing the Pure Integrity for Michigan Elections.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5335, but due to the time
constraints were unable to speak:
Adam Reames, representing the Michigan Department of State.
Shira Roza, representing Promote the Vote.
Representative Wendzel moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5335. The motion prevailed
7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Calley moved to report out HB 5335 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
2). The motion prevailed 5-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler.
Nays: Reps. Koleszar, Whitsett.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 5614 before the committee:
HB 5614
(Rep. VanWoerkom)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 388, entitled "Michigan
campaign finance act," by amending sections 3,
11, 12, 21, and 24 (MCL 169.203, 169.211,
169.212, 169.221, and 169.224), sections 3 and 11
as amended by 2017 PA 119 and sections 12, 21,
and 24 as amended by 2019 PA 93, and by adding
section 21b.
Representative VanWoerkom testified in support of HB 5614. Questions and discussion
followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Bollin adjourned the meeting at
12:15 PM.
Representative Ann Bollin, Chair
Sondra Gordon
Committee Clerk
sgordon@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON FAMILIES, CHILDREN, AND SENIORS
REP. RODNEY WAKEMAN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
12:00 p.m.
Room 327, House Office Building
The House Committee on Families, Children, and Seniors was called to order by the Chair.
The Chair requested attendance be called. The Clerk called the attendance and announced a
quorum was present.
Present: Reps. Wakeman, Meerman, Rendon, Roth, Tisdel, Pohutsky, Camilleri, Aiyash.
Absent: Rep. Brenda Carter.
Excused: Rep. Brenda Carter.
Representative Aiyash joined the committee remotely.
Representative Tisdel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 1, 2022. There
being no objections, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5657 before the committee:
HB 5657
(Rep. Reilly)
A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled "Child
protection law," by amending section 7b (MCL
722.627b), as amended by 2011 PA 89.
Representative John Reilly, the bill sponsor for HB 5657, explained the (H-1) substitute.
Representative Rendon moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5657. The motion prevailed 7-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Wakeman, Meerman, Rendon, Roth, Tisdel, Pohutsky, Camilleri.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Rendon moved to report out HB 5657 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-1). The motion prevailed 7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Wakeman, Meerman, Rendon, Roth, Tisdel, Pohutsky, Camilleri.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 5461, HB 5462, HB 5463, and HB 5464 before the committee:
HB 5461
(Rep. Steven Johnson)
A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled "The social
welfare act," (MCL 400.1 to 400.119b) by adding
section 14n.
HB 5462
(Rep. Outman)
A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled "The social
welfare act," by amending section 105c (MCL
400.105c), as added by 2013 PA 107.
HB 5463
(Rep. Outman)
A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled "The social
welfare act," by amending section 10f (MCL
400.10f), as added by 2013 PA 41.
HB 5464
(Rep. Eisen)
A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled "The social
welfare act," (MCL 400.1 to 400.119b) by adding
section 14n.
Representative Pat Outman, the bill sponsor for HB 5462 and HB 5463, explained the bill
package. Questions followed.
Representative Steven Johnson, the bill sponsor for HB 5461, joined Representative Pat
Outman in answering further questions on HB 5461, HB 5462, HB5463 and HB 5464.
Scott Centorino, Senior Fellow for the Foundation for Government Accountability, testified
and submitted written testimony in support of HB 5461, HB 5462, HB 5463, and HB 5464.
Questions followed.
Peter Ruark, Senior Policy Analyst at the Michigan League for Public Policy, testified and
submitted written testimony in opposition to HB 5464.
Heath Lowry, Staff Attorney for the. Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual
Violence, testified in opposition to HB 5464.
Greg George, Director of Legislative Affairs at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy,
submitted a card in support of HB 5461, HB 5462, HB 5463, and HB 5464, but did not wish
to speak.
The following Individuals submitted a card in opposition to HB 5461, HB 5462, HB 5463,
and HB 5464, but did not wish to speak:
Emily Schwarzkopf, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human
Services;
Leah Bacon, representing the Center for Employment Opportunities;
Duane Breijak, representing the National Association for Social Workers; and
Kelly Bidelman, representing the Center for Civil Justice.
Representative Pohutsky moved to excuse Representative Brenda Carter from the meeting.
There being no objections, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee; Representative Meerman moved that
the committee adjourn. The Chair adjourned the meeting at 1:07 p.m.
Representative Rodney Wakeman, Chair
Joy Brewer
Committee Clerk
joybrewer@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON MILITARY, VETERANS AND HOMELAND SECURITY
REP. BEAU MATTHEW LAFAVE
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
12:00 PM
Room 307, 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, Bezotte, Martin, Rogers, Anthony, Coleman, Steenland.
Absent: Rep. Eisen.
Excused: Rep. Eisen.
Representative Bezotte moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 26, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4908 before the committee:
HB 4908
(Rep. LaFave)
A bill to amend 1972 PA 382, entitled "Traxler-
McCauley-Law-Bowman bingo act," by amending
section 7a (MCL 432.107a), as amended by 1999
PA 108, and by adding section 7e.
At 12:03 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 12:04 PM, Majority Vice Chair Beeler called the committee back to order.
Chair LaFave explained the bill.
At 12:09 PM, Majority Vice Chair Beeler laid the committee at ease.
At 12:10 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Tim Paxson, representing the American Legion-Department of Michigan, testified in
opposition to HB 4908. Questions and discussion followed.
The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4908, but did not wish to speak:
Mark Sutton, representing the Marine Corps League-Department of Michigan.
Jeff Connell, representing the National Guard Association of Michigan, testified in support of
HB 4908. Questions and discussion followed.
At 12:33 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 12:34 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Jeff Frisby, representing the National Guard Association of Michigan, testified in support of
HB 4908. Questions and discussion followed.
Derek Blumke, representing the Veterans of Foreign Wars-Department of Michigan, testified
in opposition to HB 4908. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4908, but did not wish to speak:
Chris Hackbarth, representing the Michigan Municipal League.
Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association.
Deena Bosworth, representing the Michigan Association of Counties.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4908, but did not wish to speak:
Jeff Morris, representing Greektown Casino.
Louie Thoros, representing MGM Grand Detroit.
Cheryl Scott Dube, representing Motor City Casino.
The Chair laid HB 5384 before the committee:
HB 5384
(Rep. Steven Johnson)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The
revised school code," by amending section 1278a
(MCL 380.1278a), as amended by 2020 PA 158.
Representative Johnson introduced the bill. Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Rogers moved to excuse Representative Eisen from the meeting. There being
no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair LaFave adjourned the meeting at
12:58 PM.
Representative Beau LaFave, Chair
Matt Carnagie
Committee Clerk
mcarnagie@house.mi.gov