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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE
REP. JULIE ALEXANDER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
10:30 AM
Room 326, House Office Building
The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Alexander.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Alexander, Posthumus, Bellino, Rendon, Filler, Carra, Garza, Cambensy,
Hope, Witwer, Puri.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Filler moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 9, 2022. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5671, HB 5704 and HB 5705 before the committee:
HB 5671
(Rep. Alexander)
A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled "Food law,"
by amending section 4102 (MCL 289.4102), as
amended by 2012 PA 178.
HB 5704
(Rep. Glenn)
A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled "Food law,"
by amending sections 1105 and 4102 (MCL
289.1105 and 289.4102), section 1105 as amended
by 2014 PA 516 and section 4102 as amended by
2012 PA 178.
HB 5705
(Rep. Brann)
A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled "Food law,"
by amending section 1111 (MCL 289.1111), as
amended by 2018 PA 92, and by adding section
6171.
Representative Rendon moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5671. The motion prevailed 11-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Alexander, Posthumus, Bellino, Rendon, Filler, Carra, Garza, Cambensy, Hope,
Witwer, Puri.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Bellino moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5704. The motion prevailed 11-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Alexander, Posthumus, Bellino, Rendon, Filler, Carra, Garza, Cambensy, Hope,
Witwer, Puri.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Posthumus moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5705. The motion prevailed
11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Alexander, Posthumus, Bellino, Rendon, Filler, Carra, Garza, Cambensy, Hope,
Witwer, Puri.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
At 10:38 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 10:39 AM, Majority Vice Chair Posthumus called the committee back to order.
Representative Alexander testified in support of HB 5671 as substitute (H-1). Questions and
discussion followed.
At 10:43 AM, Majority Vice Chair Posthumus laid the committee at ease.
At 10:44 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Representative Glenn testified in support of HB 5704 as substitute (H-1). Questions and
discussion followed.
Representative Brann, joined by John McNamara, representing the Michigan Restaurant and
Lodging Association, both testified in support of HB 5705 as substitute (H-1). Questions and
discussion followed.
Brad Deacon and Tim Slawinski, representing the Michigan Department of Agriculture and
Rural Development, testified in opposition to HB 5671, HB 5704 and HB 5705. Questions and
discussion followed.
Tyler Diers, representing TechNet, testified in opposition to HB 5705.
Jeremy Davis, representing Designed by Daddy Custom Cakery, testified in support of HB 5704.
Questions and discussion followed.
Jamie Cavanaugh, representing the Institute for Justice, testified in support of HB 5704.
Questions and discussion followed.
Amanda Hamann representing the Above Measure Cookies testified in support of HB 5704.
Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5705, but did not wish to speak:
Jarrett Skorup, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy.
Matt Sowash, representing Gopuff.
Tim Ward, representing Uber Eats.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5671 and HB 5704, but did not wish to
speak:
Jarrett Skorup, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5671 and HB 5704, but did not wish
to speak:
Sara Simmonds, representing the Michigan Association of Environmental Health
Administrators.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5671, HB 5704 and HB 5705, but did
not wish to speak:
Norm Hess, representing the Michigan Association for Local Public Health.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Alexander adjourned the meeting at
11:55 AM.
Representative Julie Alexander, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov


location: Room 307, House Office Building

meeting_state: held

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON COMMUNICATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY
REP. MICHELE HOITENGA
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
10:30 AM
Room 307, House Office Building
The House Committee on Communications and Technology was called to order by Chair
Hoitenga.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hoitenga, Damoose, Griffin, Hauck, Reilly, Wakeman, Bezotte, Coleman,
Haadsma, Aiyash, Scott.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Aiyash joined the committee remotely.
Representative Hauck moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 9, 2022. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5038 before the committee:
HB 5038
(Rep. Coleman)
A bill to create the office of broadband and digital
infrastructure; to prescribe the powers and duties
of the office of broadband and digital
infrastructure; to allow the provision of grants and
other financial and technical assistance related to
broadband and digital infrastructure; and to
provide the powers and duties of certain state
officers and entities.
Representative Coleman testified in support of HB 5038.
Todd Cook and Eric Frederick, representing the Michigan Department of Labor and
Economic Opportunity, testified in support of HB 5038. Questions and discussion followed.
Mike Spence, representing the Southwest Michigan Council of Governments, testified in
support of HB 5038.
Siely Joshi, representing Crown Castle, testified in support of HB 5038.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hoitenga adjourned the meeting
at 11:21 AM.
Representative Michele Hoitenga, Chair
Sondra Gordon
Committee Clerk
sgordon@house.mi.gov


location: Room 519, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON ENERGY
REP. JOE BELLINO
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
9:00 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Committee on Energy was called to order by Chair Bellino.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Bellino, Markkanen, Hoitenga, Reilly, Berman, Paquette, Beeler, Martin,
Outman, Roth, Manoogian, Sneller, Cherry, Haadsma, Morse, Puri, Scott.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representatives Markkanen, Berman and Puri joined the committee remotely.
Representative Sneller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from January 26, 2022. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Chairman Bellino laid before the committee a presentation on energy storage. Laura
Sherman, President, Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council; Mike Alpogianis,
Battery Storage Engineer Manager, Invenergy; Nina Peluso, Policy Advisor, Form Energy;
and Julian Boggs, Manager, Regulatory Affairs, Key Capture Energy, gave a presentation to
the committee. Questions and discussion followed.
Jamie O'Brien, representing Advanced Energy Storage, LLC., addressed questions from the
committee.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Bellino adjourned the meeting at
9:58 AM.
Representative Joe Bellino, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


location: Room 521, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND MUNICIPAL FINANCE
REP. JULIE A. CALLEY
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
12:00 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 Berman joined the committee remotely.
Representative Slagh moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 9, 2022. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5287 before the committee:
HB 5287
(Rep. Martin)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," by amending sections 370 and 719
(MCL 168.370 and 168.719), section 370 as
amended by 2014 PA 94 and section 719 as
amended by 2018 PA 120.
Representative Martin, and Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association,
testified in support of HB 5287. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid HB 5248 before the committee:
HB 5248
(Rep. Steenland)
A bill to amend 1951 PA 33, entitled "An act to
provide police and fire protection for townships
and for certain areas in townships, certain
incorporated villages, and certain cities; to
authorize contracting for fire and police
protection; to authorize the purchase of fire and
police equipment, and the maintenance and
operation of the equipment; to provide for
defraying the cost of the equipment; to authorize
the creation of special assessment districts and the
levying and collecting of special assessments; to
authorize the issuance of special assessment bonds
in anticipation of the collection of special
assessments and the advancement of the amount
necessary to pay such bonds, and to provide for
reimbursement for such advances by reassessment
if necessary; to authorize the collection of fees for
certain emergency services in townships and other
municipalities; to authorize the creation of
administrative boards and to prescribe their
powers and duties; to provide for the appointment
of traffic officers and to prescribe their powers and
duties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by
amending section 10 (MCL 41.810), as amended
by 2020 PA 64.
Representative Bezotte moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5248. The motion prevailed
12-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Calley, Bezotte, Howell, Alexander, Bellino, Paquette, Slagh, Ellison,
Sowerby, Garza, Kuppa, Cavanagh.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Steenland, and Scott Adkins and Tim Tomlinson, representing the City of
Roseville, testified in support of HB 5248. Questions and discussion followed.
Herasanna Richards, representing the Michigan Municipal League, testified in support of HB
5248.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Calley adjourned the meeting at
12:34 PM.
Representative Julie Calley, Chair
Molly Wingrove
Committee Clerk
mwingrove@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TAX POLICY
REP. MATT HALL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, February 16, 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 Tisdel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 9, 2022. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SB 720, SB 721 and SB 722 before the committee:
SB 720
(Sen. Runestad)
A bill to amend 1993 PA 327, entitled "Tobacco
products tax act," by amending sections 2, 3, 4, 5,
5a, 6, 6a, 6b, 6c, 6d, 7, 7b, 8, 9, 11, 12, and 13
(MCL 205.422, 205.423, 205.424, 205.425,
205.425a, 205.426, 205.426a, 205.426b, 205.426c,
205.426d, 205.427, 205.427b, 205.428, 205.429,
205.431, 205.432, and 205.433), sections 2 and 11
as amended by 2020 PA 326, sections 3, 5, and 6
as amended and section 6b as added by 1997 PA
187, sections 5a and 6a as amended by 2012 PA
188, section 6c as added by 2002 PA 503, section
6d as added by 2003 PA 285, section 7 as amended
by 2021 PA 102, section 7b as added by 2002 PA
607, section 8 as amended by 2008 PA 458,
section 9 as amended by 2004 PA 474, section 12
as amended by 2018 PA 639, and section 13 as
amended by 1995 PA 131, and by adding sections
3a and 6f.
SB 721
(Sen. Runestad)
A bill to amend 1987 PA 264, entitled "Health and
safety fund act," by amending section 3 (MCL
141.473), as amended by 1998 PA 529.
SB 722
(Sen. Runestad)
A bill to amend 1999 PA 244, entitled "An act to
require tobacco product manufacturers to place
funds in escrow for medical expenses incurred by
the state due to tobacco related illnesses; to
establish a formula for determining the amount of
the escrow; to establish the conditions for release
of funds from escrow; to prescribe powers and
duties of the attorney general; and to provide for
civil penalties for violation of this act," by
amending sections 1 and 2 (MCL 445.2051 and
445.2052), as amended by 2016 PA 42.
Representative Beeler moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 720. The motion prevailed 14-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hall, Tisdel, Calley, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Meerman, O'Malley, Beeler,
Outman, Yancey, Ellison, Brixie, Kuppa, Cavanagh.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Tisdel moved to report out SB 720 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 10-0-4:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hall, Tisdel, Calley, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Meerman, O'Malley, Beeler,
Outman, Yancey.
Nays: None.
Pass: Reps. Ellison, Brixie, Kuppa, Cavanagh.
Representative Tisdel moved to report out SB 721 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 10-0-4:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hall, Tisdel, Calley, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Meerman, O'Malley, Beeler,
Outman, Yancey.
Nays: None.
Pass: Reps. Ellison, Brixie, Kuppa, Cavanagh.
Representative Tisdel moved to report out SB 722 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 10-0-5:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hall, Tisdel, Calley, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Meerman, O'Malley, Beeler,
Outman, Yancey.
Nays: None.
Pass: Reps. Ellison, Brixie, Kuppa, Neeley, Cavanagh.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on SB 720, SB 721 and SB
722, but did not wish to speak:
Erika Farley, representing ITG Brands.
Leah Robinson, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
The following person submitted a card in opposition to SB 720, SB 721 and SB 722, but did
not wish to speak:
Paul Connors, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury.
The Chair laid HB 5683 and HB 5684 before the committee:
HB 5683
(Rep. Hornberger)
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General
sales tax act," (MCL 205.51 to 205.78) by adding
section 4gg.
HB 5684
(Rep. Brann)
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act,"
(MCL 205.91 to 205.111) by adding section 4gg.
Representative Hornberger, and Representative Brann, testified in support of HB 5683 and
HB 5684. Questions and discussion followed.
Joseph Dobosh, representing the Michigan Pet Alliance, testified in support of HB 5683 and
HB 5684. Questions and discussion followed.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5683, but did not wish to speak:
Richard Angelo, representing the Best Friends Animal Society.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5683 and HB 5684, but did not wish
to speak:
Beatrice Friedlander, representing Attorneys for Animals.
Molly Tamulevich, representing the Humane Society of the United States.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5683 and HB 5684, but did not
wish to speak:
Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals.
Matthew Schueller, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents and
Administrators.
Dirk Weeldreyer, representing the School Equity Caucus.
Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy.
David Randels, representing Oakland Schools.
Peter Spadafore, representing the Middle Cities Education Association.
Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards.
Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association.
Paul Connors, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hall adjourned the meeting at
11:02 AM.
Representative Matt Hall, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@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
February 16, 2022
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Finance was scheduled for Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at 12:30
p.m., in room 1200 of the Binsfeld Office Building.
________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 4939 (S-2) (Rep. Damoose) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported HB 4940 (S-2) (Rep. Tate) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Reported SB 195 (S-1) (Sen. Nesbitt) with recommendation and immediate effect.
4. Reported SB 727 (Sen. Zorn) with recommendation and immediate effect.
5. Testimony regarding SB 697 (Sen. LaSata).
6. Testimony regarding SB 852 (Sen. Runestad).
7. Testimony regarding SB 853 (Sen. Chang).
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:35 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander,
a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to adopt the meeting minutes from February 9, 2022. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair brought up HB 4939 and offered amendment #1 to the bill.
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding HB's 4939 – 4940:
John Lindley, Michigan Association of RV's and Campgrounds
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to adopt amendment #1 to HB 4939. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the amendment was adopted.
Sen. Chang offered amendment #2 to HB 4939 and summarized the amendment.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to adopt amendment #2 to HB 4939. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Sen.(s) Chang and Alexander
Nays: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall
The motion failed and the amendment was not adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 4939 as amended. The vote was
as follows:
Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Daley, Bumstead and VanderWall
Nays: Sen. Alexander
Pass: Sen. Chang
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to report HB 4939, as amended, as a clean substitute, to the floor
with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Daley, Bumstead and VanderWall
Nays: Sen. Alexander
Pass: Sen. Chang
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4939. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair brought up HB 4940 and offered amendment #1 to the bill.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to adopt amendment #1 to HB 4940. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the amendment was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 4940 as amended. The vote was
as follows:
Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Daley, Bumstead and VanderWall
Nays: Sen. Alexander
Pass: Sen. Chang
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to report HB 4940, as amended, as a clean substitute, to the floor
with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Daley, Bumstead and VanderWall
Nays: Sen. Alexander
Pass: Sen. Chang
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4940. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair brought up SB 195 and offered an (S-1) version to the bill.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 195:
Leah Robinson, Michigan Chamber of Commerce – Support
Alan Pasetsky, Global Business Alliance – Support
Paul Connors, Michigan Department of Treasury – Neutral
Angela Matelski, Michigan Department of Treasury – Neutral
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB 195:
Matt Patton, Detroit Regional Chamber – Support
Nate Henschel, Grand Rapids Chamber – Support
Mark Klopfenstein, Nexteer Automotive – Support
Mike Johnston, Michigan Manufactures Association – Support
Fred Nicely, Council on State Taxation - Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 195. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to report SB 195 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) 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 195 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair brought up SB 727 and invited Sen. Zorn to summarize the bill.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 727:
Chong-Anna Canfora, Michigan Community Action Association – Support
Susan Lindson, Michigan Community Action Association - Support
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB 727:
Tim Minotas, Michigan Sierra Club – Support
Ed Rivet, Conservative Energy Forum – Support
Kyle McCree, Consumers Energy – Support
Abigail Wallace, Michigan Environmental Council – Support
Laura Sherman, Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to report SB 727 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 727. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair brought up SB 697 and invited Sen. LaSata to summarize the bill.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 697:
Rebecca Park, Michigan Farm Bureau – Support
Mitch Kline, Michigan Farm Bureau – Support
Paul Connors, Michigan Department of Treasury - Oppose
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB 697:
Grace Smith, Michigan Agri-Business Association- Support
Jason Wadaga, Michigan Diary Food Association- Support
Jason Wadaga, Michigan Sugar Company – Support
Bob DeVries, GCSI, Michigan Pork Producers – Support
Bob DeVries, GCSI, Michigan Milk Producers – Support
The Chair brought up SB's 852 – 853, and invited Sen. Chang to summarize the bills.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB's 852 – 853:
Scott Graham, Michigan Brewers Guild – Support
Dayne Bartscht, Eastern Market Brewing Company – Support
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB's 852 – 853:
Paul Connors, Michigan Department of Treasury - Neutral
The Chair moved to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Sen. Nesbitt was excused
from the meeting.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the meeting. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:41 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 02/23/2022


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MEMBERS:
SEN. ED MCBROOM, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL
SEN. PAUL WOJNO, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON ELECTIONS
SENATOR RUTH A. JOHNSON
CHAIR
7300 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1636
FAX: (517) 373-1453
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
February 16, 2022
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Elections was scheduled for Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at 2:00
p.m., in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 4132 (Rep. Wendzel) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported HB 4133 (Rep. Bollin) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Testimony regarding HB 4425 (Rep. Green).
4. Testimony regarding HB 5258 (Rep. Koleszar).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 2:01 p.m. She instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Johnson, Sen.(s) McBroom, VanderWall, and Wojno, a quorum was
present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to adopt the meeting minutes from February 9, 2022. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4132 and HB 4133:
James Johnson, Pure Integrity for Michigan Elections – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4132
and HB 4133:
Bill Zaagman, Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks – Support
Bill Zaagman, Michigan Association of County Clerks – Support
Emily Snider, Michigan ADL – Oppose
Shira Roza, Promote the Vote – Oppose
Paula Bowman and Christina Schlitt, League of Women Voters of Michigan – Oppose
Patrice Johnson, Pure Integrity for Michigan Elections – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to report HB 4132 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Johnson, Sen.(s) McBroom, VanderWall, and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
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The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4132. Without objection, immediate effect
was recommended.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to report HB 4133 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Johnson, Sen.(s) McBroom, VanderWall, and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4133. Without objection, immediate effect
was recommended.
The Chair invited Sherry Sofia, of Rep. Green's office, to summarize HB 4425.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4425:
James Johnson, Pure Integrity for Michigan Elections – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4425:
Patrice Johnson, Pure Integrity for Michigan Elections – Support
Adam Reames, Michigan Department of State – Support
The Chair invited Tony Borden, of Rep. Koleszar's office, to summarize HB 5258.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 5258:
Richard Mann, Pure Integrity for Michigan Elections – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 5258:
Bill Zaagman, Michigan Association of County Clerks – Support
Mike Batterbee, Michigan Townships Association – Support
Erica Peresman, Michigan Democratic Party – Support
Adam Reames, Michigan Department of State – Neutral
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:19 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: February 23, 2022
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36TH DISTRICT
SENJSTAMAS@SENATE.MICHIGAN.GOV
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
SENATOR JIM STAMAS
CHAIR
S-324 CAPITOL BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7946
FAX: (517) 373-2678
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
February 16, 2022
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Appropriations was scheduled for Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at
2:00 p.m., in the Senate Appropriations Room in the State Capitol building.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Summary of the Governor's 2023 budget proposal by Senate Fiscal Director, Kathryn Summers.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 2:00 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time,
the following members were present; Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Schmidt, Barrett, Bizon, Daley,
Huizinga, LaSata, MacDonald, Outman, Runestad, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and
Bayer, a quorum was present.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Victory, supported by Sen. Schmidt, to adopt the committee
meeting minutes from December 1, 2021 and February 9, 2022. Without Objection, the minutes were
adopted.
The Chairman welcomed Senate Fiscal Director, Kathryn Summers to provide an overview of Governor
Whitmer's 2023 budget proposal to the senate and house committees.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Daley, supported by Sen. Victory, to adjourn the committee. The
Senate Committee on Appropriations adjourned at 3:00 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 2-23-22
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY
REP. BRONNA KAHLE
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, February 17, 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, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller, Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel,
Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Whitsett, Neeley, Morse.
Absent: Reps. Whiteford, Alexander.
Excused: Reps. Whiteford, Alexander.
Representatives Meerman, Clemente and Whitsett joined the committee remotely.
Representative Hauck moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 10, 2022. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5413, HB 5414, HB 5415, HB 5416, HB 5417, HB 5418, HB 5419, HB
5420, HB 5421 and HB 5423 before the committee:
HB 5413
(Rep. Lilly)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," by amending section 5456 (MCL
333.5456), as amended by 2002 PA 644.
HB 5414
(Rep. Hood)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," by amending sections 17033 and
17533 (MCL 333.17033 and 333.17533), as
amended by 1994 PA 234.
HB 5415
(Rep. Wendzel)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by
adding section 5456a.
HB 5416
(Rep. Witwer)
A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled "The social
welfare act," by amending section 111l (MCL
400.111l), as added by 2006 PA 286.
HB 5417
(Rep. Anthony)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," by amending section 5474 (MCL
333.5474), as added by 1998 PA 219.
HB 5418
(Rep. Rogers)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," by amending sections 5823 and 5825
(MCL 333.5823 and 333.5825), as amended by
2015 PA 91.
HB 5419
(Rep. Young)
A bill to require the inspection before sale of
residential real property for the presence of lead-
based paint; and to provide remedies.
HB 5420
(Rep. Beson)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," by amending sections 5454, 5455,
5456, 5459, 5460, 5460a, 5461, 5461a, 5462,
5463, 5466, 5468, 5469, 5470, 5471, 5472, 5473a,
and 5475 (MCL 333.5454, 333.5455, 333.5456,
333.5459, 333.5460, 333.5460a, 333.5461,
333.5461a, 333.5462, 333.5463, 333.5466,
333.5468, 333.5469, 333.5470, 333.5471,
333.5472, 333.5473a, and 333.5475), sections
5454, 5455, 5456, 5459, 5460, 5462, 5463, 5468,
5471, 5472, 5473a, and 5475 as amended by 2002
PA 644, sections 5460a, 5461, 5469, and 5470 as
added by 1998 PA 219, and sections 5461a and
5466 as added by 1998 PA 220.
HB 5421
(Rep. Neeley)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," by amending sections 5453, 5454,
5455, 5456, 5457, 5458, 5459, 5460, 5461a, 5462,
5463, 5464, 5465, 5468, 5469, 5470, 5471, 5472,
5473a, 5474, 5474b, 5474c, 5475, 5476, and 5477
(MCL 333.5453, 333.5454, 333.5455, 333.5456,
333.5457, 333.5458, 333.5459, 333.5460,
333.5461a, 333.5462, 333.5463, 333.5464,
333.5465, 333.5468, 333.5469, 333.5470,
333.5471, 333.5472, 333.5473a, 333.5474,
333.5474b, 333.5474c[1], 333.5475, 333.5476,
and 333.5477), section 5453 as amended by 2008
PA 45, sections 5454, 5455, 5456, 5457, 5458,
5459, 5460, 5462, 5463, 5468, 5471, 5472, 5473a,
5475, 5476, and 5477 as amended by 2002 PA
644, sections 5461a, 5464, and 5465 as added by
1998 PA 220, sections 5469, 5470, and 5474 as
added by 1998 PA 219, section 5474b as added by
2004 PA 432, and section 5474c as added by 2004
PA 433; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
HB 5423
(Rep. Calley)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," by amending section 5805 (MCL
333.5805), as amended by 2015 PA 91.
Dr. Jon Gold, representing the Michigan Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics, testified
on HB 5413, HB 5414, HB 5415, HB 5416, HB 5417, HB 5418, HB 5419, HB 5420, HB
5421 and HB 5423.
Kory Groetsch, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services,
Environmental Health Division, and Jennifer Shutts, representing the Lead Certification and
Compliance Assurance Section, testified on HB 5413, HB 5414, HB 5415, HB 5416, HB
5417, HB 5418, HB 5419, HB 5420, HB 5421 and HB 5423. Questions and discussion
followed.
Mara Herman, representing the Ecology Center, testified in support of HB 5413, HB 5414,
HB 5415, HB 5416, HB 5417, HB 5418, HB 5419, HB 5420, HB 5421 and HB 5423.
Mary Sue Schottenfels, representing DLEAD / Detroit Lead Parent Advocacy Group,
testified in support of HB 5413, HB 5414, HB 5415, HB 5416, HB 5417, HB 5418, HB 5419,
HB 5420, HB 5421 and HB 5423. Questions and discussion followed.
Hallie Fox, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters, testified in support of
HB 5413, HB 5414, HB 5415, HB 5416, HB 5417, HB 5418, HB 5419, HB 5420, HB 5421
and HB 5423.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5413, HB 5414, HB 5415, HB 5416,
HB 5417, HB 5418, HB 5419, HB 5420, HB 5421 and HB 5423, but did not wish to speak:
Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5413, HB 5415, HB 5417, HB 5418,
HB 5419, HB 5420, HB 5421 and HB 5423, but did not wish to speak:
Amy Zaagman, representing The Michigan Council for Maternal and Child Health.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5414 and HB 5416, but did not
wish to speak:
Amy Zaagman, representing The Michigan Council for Maternal and Child Health.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5419, but did not wish to speak:
Brad Ward, representing the Michigan Realtors.
The Chair laid HB 5713, HB 5714, HB 5715, HB 5716 and HB 5717 before the committee:
HB 5713
(Rep. Whitsett)
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code
of criminal procedure," by amending section 24 of
chapter VII (MCL 767.24), as amended by 2018
PA 182.
HB 5714
(Rep. Kahle)
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised
judicature act of 1961," (MCL 600.101 to
600.9947) by adding section 2980.
HB 5715
(Rep. Breen)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," by amending sections 16221 and
16226 (MCL 333.16221 and 333.16226), section
16221 as amended by 2020 PA 232 and section
16226 as amended by 2020 PA 233.
HB 5716
(Rep. Roth)
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The
Michigan penal code," by amending section 520d
(MCL 750.520d), as amended by 2012 PA 372,
and by adding section 219g.
HB 5717
(Rep. Roth)
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code
of criminal procedure," by amending sections 16l
and 16y of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16l and
777.16y), section 16l of chapter XVII as amended
by 2016 PA 150 and section 16y of chapter XVII
as amended by 2006 PA 655.
Representative Roth and Representative Breen, testified together in support of HB 5713, HB
5714, HB 5715, HB 5716 and HB 5717. Questions and discussion followed.
Kara Rubenstein Deyerin, representing Right to Know, testified in support of HB 5713, HB
5714, HB 5715, HB 5716 and HB 5717. Questions and discussion followed.
Lynne Spencer, representing Right to Know, testified in support of HB 5713, HB 5714, HB
5715, HB 5716 and HB 5717.
Jamie Hall, representing herself, testified in support of HB 5713, HB 5714, HB 5715, HB
5716 and HB 5717.
Representative Witwer moved to excuse Representatives Whiteford and Alexander from the
meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
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


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION
REP. GARY HOWELL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, February 17, 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, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy,
Aiyash.
Absent: Rep. LaFave.
Excused: Rep. LaFave.
Representative Markkanen moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 10, 2022.
There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SB 209, SB 210 and SB 211 before the committee:
SB 209
(Sen. McBroom)
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised
judicature act of 1961," (MCL 600.101 to
600.9947) by adding section 2980.
SB 210
(Sen. McBroom)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending section 81133 (MCL 324.81133), as
amended by 2018 PA 206.
SB 211
(Sen. McBroom)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending section 82123 (MCL 324.82123), as
added by 1995 PA 58.
Representative Markkanen moved to report out SB 209 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 5-2-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin.
Nays: Reps. Sowerby, Aiyash.
Pass: Rep. Cambensy.
Representative Eisen moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 210. The motion prevailed 8-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wakeman moved to report out SB 210 with recommendation, as substitute .
The motion prevailed 5-2-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin.
Nays: Reps. Sowerby, Aiyash.
Pass: Rep. Cambensy.
Representative Aiyash moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 211. The motion prevailed 8-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Eisen moved to report out SB 211 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 5-2-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin.
Nays: Reps. Sowerby, Aiyash.
Pass: Rep. Cambensy.
The following person submitted a card in opposition to SB 210 and SB 211, but did not wish
to speak:
Taylor Ridderbusch, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
The Chair laid HB 5661 before the committee:
HB 5661
(Rep. Rogers)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act,"
(MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section
30111d.
Representative Rogers testified in support of HB 5661. Questions and discussion followed.
Herb Theodore, representing the Kalamazoo River Alliance, testified in support of HB 5661.
Questions and discussion followed.
Cheryl Vosburg, representing the Kalamazoo River Watershed Council, testified in support of
HB 5661. Questions and discussion followed.
Travis Boeskool and Jerrod Sanders, representing the Michigan Department of Environment,
Great Lakes and Energy, testified in support of HB 5661. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card indicating they are seeking amendments to HB 5661,
but did not wish to speak:
Winston Feeheley, representing DTE.
Doug Roberts, representing Consumers Energy.
Caroline Liethen, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5661, but did not wish to speak:
Megan Tinsley, representing the Michigan Environmental Council.
Hallie Fox, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
Representative Wakeman moved to excuse Representative LaFave from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at
11:28 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, February 17, 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 Hoitenga moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 10, 2022. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid before the committee testimony from James Freed, representing the City of
Port Huron, regarding conduct of MIOSHA and the burning of state documents. Questions
and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Steven Johnson adjourned the
meeting at 11:43 AM.
Representative Steven Johnson, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION
REP. PAMELA HORNBERGER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 22, 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, Green, Markkanen, O'Malley, Beeler, Damoose, Posthumus,
Camilleri, Brenda Carter, Koleszar, Shannon, Stone.
Absent: Rep. Paquette.
Excused: Rep. Paquette.
Representatives Camilleri and Shannon joined the committee remotely.
The Chair laid the discussion on the Michigan Department of Education’s Process Regarding
Section 11t Payments, before the committee.
Kyle Guerrant and Kevin Walters, representing the Michigan Department of Education,
testified in regard to the discussion on the Michigan Department of Education’s Process
Regarding Section 11t Payments. Questions and discussion followed.
Dr. Robert Shaner and Matt McDaniel, representing the Oakland County Superintendents
Association, testified in regard to the discussion on the Michigan Department of Education’s
Process Regarding Section 11t Payments. Questions and discussion followed.
Mary Kay Gallagher, representing Northville Public Schools, testified in regard to the
discussion on the Michigan Department of Education’s Process Regarding Section 11t
Payments. Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Green moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 15, 2022. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative Green moved to excuse Representative Paquette 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 10:07 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 22, 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 8, 2022. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5253 before the committee:
HB 5253
(Rep. Lightner)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," (MCL 168.1 to 168.992) by adding
section 946.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5253, but did not wish to speak:
Mike Brady, representing the Michigan Department of State.
Erica Peresman, representing the Michigan Democratic Party.
Shira Roza, representing Promote the Vote.
Christina Schlitt and Paula Bowman, representing the League of Women Voters of
Michigan.
Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
Harasanna Richards, representing the Michigan Municipal League.
Representative Calley moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5253. The motion prevailed 7-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wendzel moved to report out HB 5253 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-1). 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 5573, HB 5574 and HB 5575 before the committee:
HB 5573
(Rep. Bollin)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan
vehicle code," by amending section 307 (MCL
257.307), as amended by 2020 PA 376.
HB 5574
(Rep. Bollin)
A bill to amend 1972 PA 222, entitled "An act to
provide for an official personal identification card;
to provide for its form, issuance and use; to
regulate the use and disclosure of information
obtained from the card; to prescribe the powers
and duties of the secretary of state; to prescribe
fees; to prescribe certain penalties for violations;
and to provide an appropriation for certain
purposes," by amending sections 1 and 2 (MCL
28.291 and 28.292), section 1 as amended by 2020
PA 306 and section 2 as amended by 2021 PA 73.
HB 5575
(Rep. Bollin)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," by amending sections 509q, 509gg,
and 509hh (MCL 168.509q, 168.509gg, and
168.509hh), section 509q as amended by 2020 PA
302, section 509gg as amended by 2014 PA 94,
and section 509hh as added by 2005 PA 71.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5573, HB 5574 and HB 5575, but
did not wish to speak:
Erica Peresman, representing the Michigan Democratic Party.
Mike Brady, representing the Michigan Department of State.
The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5573 and HB 5574, but did not
wish to speak:
Shira Roza, representing Promote the Vote.
Representative Filler moved to report out HB 5573 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 5-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler.
Nays: Reps. Koleszar, Whitsett.
Pass: None.
Representative Steven Johnson moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5574. The motion
prevailed 7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wendzel moved to report out HB 5574 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-1). The motion prevailed 5-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler.
Nays: Reps. Koleszar, Whitsett.
Pass: None.
Representative Calley moved to report out HB 5575 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 5-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler.
Nays: Reps. Koleszar, Whitsett.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Bollin adjourned the meeting at
12:09 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 22, 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, Aiyash.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Meerman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 8, 2022. There
being no objections, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5461, HB 5462 and HB 5463 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.
Peter Ruark, Senior Policy Analyst at the Michigan League for Public Policy, testified and
submitted written testimony in opposition to HB 5461.
Adam Carlson, Senior Vice President of Advocacy at Michigan Health and Hospital
Association, submitted a card in opposition to HB 5462 , but did not wish to speak.
Representative Roth moved to report out HB 5461 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 5-4-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Wakeman, Meerman, Rendon, Roth, Tisdel.
Nays: Reps. Pohutsky, Camilleri, Brenda Carter, Aiyash.
Pass: None.
Representative Rendon moved to report out HB 5462 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 5-4-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Wakeman, Meerman, Rendon, Roth, Tisdel.
Nays: Reps. Pohutsky, Camilleri, Brenda Carter, Aiyash.
Pass: None.
Representative Tisdel moved to report out HB 5463 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 5-4-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Wakeman, Meerman, Rendon, Roth, Tisdel.
Nays: Reps. Pohutsky, Camilleri, Brenda Carter, Aiyash.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 5675 before the committee:
HB 5675
(Rep. Peterson)
A bill to amend 1846 RS 83, entitled "Of marriage
and the solemnization thereof," by amending
sections 7 and 16 (MCL 551.7 and 551.16),
section 7 as amended by 2014 PA 278 and section
16 as amended by 2006 PA 419.
Representative Aiyash moved to refer House Bill No. 5675 to the Committee on Judiciary.
The motion prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Wakeman, Meerman, Rendon, Roth, Tisdel, Pohutsky, Camilleri, Brenda
Carter, Aiyash.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee; Representative Meerman moved that
the committee adjourn. The Chair adjourned the meeting at 12:12 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 22, 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.
Representative Berman joined the committee remotely.
Representative Mueller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 15, 2022. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5482, HB 5483 and HB 5484 before the committee:
HB 5482
(Rep. Howell)
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised
judicature act of 1961," by amending section 1066
(MCL 600.1066), as added by 2004 PA 224.
HB 5483
(Rep. LaGrand)
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised
judicature act of 1961," by amending section 1093
(MCL 600.1093), as amended by 2018 PA 591.
HB 5484
(Rep. Yancey)
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised
judicature act of 1961," by amending section 1074
(MCL 600.1074), as added by 2004 PA 224.
Representative LaGrand, Representative Yancey, Representative Howell and Judge Harvey
Hoffman, representing the Michigan Association of Treatment Court Professionals, testified
together in support of HB 5482, HB 5483 and HB 5484. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5482, HB 5483 and HB 5484, but
did not wish to speak:
Nathan Triplett, representing the State Bar of Michigan.
Judge Ray Voet, representing the Michigan District Judges Association.
Meghann Keit, representing the Michigan Association of Counties.
Brandon Lanyon, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan.
Tom Boyd, representing the State Court Administrative Office.
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 Calley and Judge Harvey Hoffman, representing the Michigan Association of
Treatment Court Professionals, testified together in support of HB 5512. Questions and
discussion followed.
Latrisha Matson, representing the Michigan Weedster – Patients, testified in opposition to HB
5512.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5512, but did not wish to speak:
Brandon Lanyon, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan.
Judge Ray Voet, representing the Michigan District Judges Association.
Meghann Keit, representing the Michigan Association of Counties.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5512, but did not wish to speak:
Amie Carter, representing More Than Hope.
The Chair laid HB 5566 before the committee:
HB 5566
(Rep. Outman)
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised
judicature act of 1961," by amending sections
5741 and 5750 (MCL 600.5741 and 600.5750).
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5566, but did not wish to speak:
Jim Kirsch, representing the Property Management Association of Michigan.
Representative Steven Johnson moved to report out HB 5566 with recommendation. The
motion prevailed 8-0-4:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Griffin, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Clements, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: Reps. LaGrand, Yancey, Hope, Breen.
The Chair laid HB 4078 before the committee:
HB 4078
(Rep. LaFave)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending section 40111 (MCL 324.40111), as
amended by 2018 PA 272.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4078, but did not wish to speak:
Taylor Ridderbusch, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
Representative Steven Johnson moved to report out HB 4078 with recommendation. The
motion prevailed 8-3-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Griffin, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Clements, LaGrand.
Nays: Reps. Bolden, Hope, Breen.
Pass: Rep. Yancey.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Filler adjourned the meeting at
10:11 AM.
Representative Graham Filler, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@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 22, 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.
At 12:00 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 12:03 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Rogers, Anthony, Coleman,
Steenland.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Anthony moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 15, 2022. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4065 before the committee:
HB 4065
(Rep. Bezotte)
A bill to amend 1967 PA 150, entitled "Michigan
military act," by amending section 182 (MCL
32.582).
Representative Bezotte introduced the bill. Questions and discussion followed.
David Meszer testified in support of HB 4065.
Fred Schaible, representing the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs,
testified in support of HB 4065. Questions and discussion followed.
The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4065, but did not wish
to speak:
Mark Sutton, representing the Marine Corps League.
The Chair laid HR 227 before the committee:
HR 227
(Rep. Green)
A resolution to commemorate the 25th anniversary
of the Michigan Coalition for Responsible Gun
Owners.
The following person submitted a card in support of HR 227, but did not wish to speak:
Brady Schickinger, representing the Michigan Coalition For Responsible Gun Owners.
Representative Bezotte moved to report out HR 227 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 7-0-2:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Coleman and Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: Reps. Rogers, Anthony.
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 Steenland offered the following amendment to HB 5384:
1.
Amend page 8, line 20, after "reserve" by inserting "and national guard".
Representative Steenland moved to adopt the amendment to HB 5384. The motion prevailed
9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Rogers, Anthony, Coleman and
Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Steenland moved to report HB 5384 as amended, as substitute (H-1). The
motion prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Rogers, Anthony, Coleman and
Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
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 12:14 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 12:15 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Deb Dricks, representing the office of Representative LaFave, testified on the proposed (H-2)
substitute to HB 4908. Jeff Frisby, representing the Michigan National Guard Association, to
answer questions.
Representative LaFave moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4908. The motion prevailed 8-
0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Anthony, Coleman and Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. Rogers.
Tim Poxson, representing the American Legion, Department of Michigan, testified in support
of HB 4908. Questions and discussion followed.
The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4908, but did not wish
to speak:
Katherine Hyde, representing the Michigan Charitable Gaming Association.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4908, but did not wish to speak:
Mark Sutton, representing the Marine Corps League, Department of Michigan.
Kevin Hensley, representing the VFW, Department of Michigan.
Representative Bezotte moved to report out HB 4908 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
2). The motion prevailed 8-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Anthony, Coleman and Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. Rogers.
The Chair laid HB 5565 before the committee:
HB 5565
(Rep. Shannon)
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The
general property tax act," by amending section 7b
(MCL 211.7b), as amended by 2013 PA 161.
Representative Shannon introduced the bill. Questions and discussion followed.
The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5565, but did not wish
to speak:
Mark Sutton, representing the Marine Corps League, Department of Michigan.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5565, but did not wish to speak:
Tim Poxson, representing the American Legion, Department of Michigan.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair LaFave adjourned the meeting at
12:31 PM.
Representative Beau LaFave, Chair
Matt Carnagie
Committee Clerk
mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY REFORM
REP. ROGER HAUCK
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 22, 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, Steenland, Young.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Damoose moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 15, 2022.
There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5701 before the committee:
HB 5701
(Rep. VanSingel)
A bill to amend 1937 PA 306, entitled "An act to
promote the safety, welfare, and educational
interests of the people of this state by regulating
the construction, reconstruction, and remodeling
of, and the installation of certain security devices
at, certain public or private school buildings or
additions to those buildings and by regulating the
construction, reconstruction, and remodeling of,
and the installation of certain security devices at,
buildings leased or acquired for school purposes;
to define the class of buildings affected by this act;
to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state
agencies and officials; to prescribe penalties for
the violation of this act; and to repeal acts and
parts of acts," by amending section 1d (MCL
388.851d), as added by 2020 PA 45.
Representative Bellino moved to report out HB 5701 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland, Young.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4494 and HB 4495 before the committee:
HB 4494
(Rep. Slagh)
A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled
"Occupational code," (MCL 339.101 to 339.2677)
by adding section 218.
HB 4495
(Rep. Slagh)
A bill to amend 2016 PA 407, entitled "Skilled
trades regulation act," (MCL 339.5101 to
339.6133) by adding section 218.
Representative Outman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4494. The motion prevailed
14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland, Young.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hoitenga moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4495. The motion prevailed
14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland, Young.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wendzel moved to report out HB 4495 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-1). The motion prevailed 13-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. Young.
Representative Hall moved to report out HB 4494 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 13-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. Young.
The Chair laid HB 4628 before the committee:
HB 4628
(Rep. Hornberger)
A bill to amend 1917 PA 273, entitled "An act to
regulate and license pawnbrokers that conduct
business in this state; to provide for the disposition
of allegedly misappropriated property in the
possession of pawnbrokers; to provide remedies
and prescribe penalties; and to provide for the
powers and duties of certain local governmental
units and state agencies," by amending sections 8
and 9 (MCL 446.208 and 446.209), section 8 as
amended by 2002 PA 469 and section 9 as
amended by 2018 PA 345.
Substitute (H-2) was previously adopted to HB 4628 on February 15, 2022.
Representative Wendzel moved to report out HB 4628 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-2). The motion prevailed 13-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: Rep. Young.
Pass: None.
The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4628, but did not wish to speak:
Ross Yednock, representing the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial
Services.
The Chair laid SB 405 before the committee:
SB 405
(Sen. MacDonald)
A bill to amend 1917 PA 273, entitled "An act to
regulate and license pawnbrokers that conduct
business in this state; to provide for the disposition
of allegedly misappropriated property in the
possession of pawnbrokers; to provide remedies
and prescribe penalties; and to provide for the
powers and duties of certain local governmental
units and state agencies," by amending the title
and sections 8, 9, and 18 (MCL 446.208, 446.209,
and 446.218), the title and section 9 as amended
by 2018 PA 345 and section 8 as amended by 2002
PA 469.
Representative Bellino moved to report out SB 405 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 13-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: Rep. Young.
Pass: None.
The following person submitted a card in opposition to SB 405, but did not wish to speak:
Ross Yednock, representing the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial
Services.
The Chair laid HB 4881 and HB 4882 before the committee:
HB 4881
(Rep. Hertel)
A bill to amend 1969 PA 224, entitled "An act to
license and regulate dealers in and research
facilities using dogs and cats for research
purposes; and to repeal certain acts and parts of
acts," by amending the title and sections 1 and 7
(MCL 287.381 and 287.387), and by adding
section 8a.
HB 4882
(Rep. Brann)
A bill to amend 1969 PA 224, entitled "An act to
license and regulate dealers in and research
facilities using dogs and cats for research
purposes; and to repeal certain acts and parts of
acts," by amending section 12 (MCL 287.392) and
by adding sections 11a and 12a.
Representative Wendzel moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4882. The motion prevailed
14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland, Young.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hertel and Representative Brann testified in support of HB 4881 and HB
4882. Questions and discussion followed.
Dave Rubello, a Michigan resident, testified in support of HB 4881 and HB 4882.
Tanya Hilgendorf, representing the Humane Society of Huron Valley, and Joseph Dobesh,
representing the Michigan Pet Alliance, testified in support of HB 4881 and HB 4882.
Stephen Rapundalo, representing Mich Bio, testified in opposition to HB 4881 and HB 4882.
Questions and discussion followed.
Tammera Roeske, a Michigan resident, testified in support of HB 4881 and HB 4882.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4881 and HB 4882, but did not wish
to speak:
Ann Griffin, representing the State Bar of Michigan, Animal Law Section.
Bradley and Nicole Haight, Michigan residents.
Molly Tamulevich, representing the Humane Society of the United States.
Bee Friedlander, representing Attorneys for Animals.
Ryan Merkley, representing Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4881 and HB 4882, but did not
wish to speak:
Dave Worthams, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association.
Wendy Block, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
Brandon Morton, representing the National Association for Biomedical Research.
John Dulmes, representing the Michigan Chemistry Council.
The Chair laid HB 5477 before the committee:
HB 5477
(Rep. Stone)
A bill to regulate the preparation, distribution, and
sale of kratom products; to prohibit the
preparation, distribution, and sale of adulterated or
contaminated kratom products; to provide for the
powers and duties of certain state governmental
officers and entities; to prescribe fines and
penalties; and to provide remedies.
Representative Stone, Mac Haddow, representing the American Kratom Association, Ryan
Reblin, representing CARE of SEM, and Mark Kilgore, representing CARE of SEM, testified
in support of HB 5477. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5477, but did not wish to speak:
Ron Khoury, representing Wild Bill's Tobacco.
Bernard Nowakowski, a Michigan resident.
Chris Sexton, a Peer Recovery Coach.
Dawn Kettinger, representing the Michigan Nurse's Association.
Mike Tobias, a Recovery Advocate.
Michelle Hetherington, a former Kratom addict.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hauck adjourned the meeting at
11:54 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 22, 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.
Representative Berman joined the committee remotely.
Representative Clemente moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 15, 2022. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5712 before the committee:
HB 5712
(Rep. Clemente)
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled "Michigan
memorial highway act," (MCL 250.1001 to
250.2092) by adding section 52a.
Representative Clemente, joined by Tim and Linda Frank, parents of Sergeant Craig S. Frank, all
testified in support of HB 5712.
Representative Sneller moved to report out HB 5712 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 12-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Howell, Griffin, LaFave, Carra, Roth, Sneller, Clemente,
Shannon, Liberati, Puri.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5712, but did not wish to
speak:
Troy Hagon, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation.
The Chair laid HB 5720 before the committee:
HB 5720
(Rep. Rogers)
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled "Michigan
memorial highway act," (MCL 250.1001 to
250.2092) by adding section 1073a.
Representative Rogers testified in support of HB 5720.
Roannna Proxmire, wife of Sergeant Ryan Proxmire, joined by Richard Fuller III, Kalamazoo
County Sheriff, both testified in support of HB 5720.
Representative Carra moved to report out HB 5720 with recommendation. The motion prevailed
12-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Howell, Griffin, LaFave, Carra, Roth, Sneller, Clemente,
Shannon, Liberati, Puri.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5720, but did not wish to
speak:
Troy Hagon, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5720, but did not wish to speak:
Matt Saxton, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association.
Matt Sowash, representing the Police Officers Association of Michigan.
The Chair laid SB 452 before the committee:
SB 452
(Sen. Victory)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan
vehicle code," by amending section 232 (MCL
257.232), as amended by 2019 PA 88.
Mike Witkowski, representing Senator Roger Victory's Office, testified in support of SB 452.
Questions and discussion followed.
Karl Jakobi and Jeremy Hancock, representing Experian, testified in support of SB 452.
Questions and discussion followed.
Michael Wells, representing IHS Markit, testified in support of SB 452.
Jenita Moore, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified in opposition to SB 452.
Questions and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair O'Malley adjourned the meeting at
11:20 AM.
Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
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 22, 2022
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Education and Career Readiness was scheduled for Tuesday, February
22, 2022, at 12:00 noon, in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Adopted (S-1) substitute and testimony regarding SB 107 (Sen. MacDonald).
2. Testimony regarding HB 4326 (Rep. VanWoerkom).
3. Testimony regarding SB 726 (Sen. Zorn).
4. Reported SB 777 (S-1) (Sen. Nesbitt) with recommendation.
5. Reported SB 778 (Sen. Brinks) with recommendation.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:09 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 February 8, 2022. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 107. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Horn, Runestad, Huizenga, Polehanki, and Geiss.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 107:
Sen. Michael MacDonald – Support
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4326:
Rep. Greg VanWoerkom – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4326:
John Dulmes, Michigan Chemistry Council – Support
Dave Worthams, Michigan Manufacturers Association – Support
Chris Glass, Education Advocates of West Michigan – Support
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Matt Scheuller, Michigan Association of Superintendents and Administrators – Support
Nate Henschel, Grand Rapids Chamber – Support
David Michelson, Michigan Education Association – Opposition
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 726:
Sen. Dale Zorn – Support
Julie Everly, Resident – Support
Megan Gibson, Resident – Support
Scott Hoppert, Resident – Support
Stacy Johnson, Resident – Support
Jeff Scott, Resident – Support
Chris Glass, Education Advocates of West Michigan – Support
Alicia Urbain, Michigan Association of Public School Academies – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 726:
Bree Anderson, Michigan Department of Technology, Management, and Budget – Neutral
David Michelson, Michigan Education Association – Support
Royce Humm, Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel – Support
Matt Kurta, ESA Legislative Group – Support
Jerry Johnson, Barry, Branch, Calhoun, Jackson, Lenawee, and Monroe ISDs – Support
Matt Schueller, Michigan Association of Superintendents and Administrators – Support
Mac Dashney, Pupil Transportation Operation and Management Institute – Opposition
Katrina Morris, Michigan Association for Pupil Transportation – Opposition
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 777 and
SB 778:
Michelle Roberts, Disability Rights Michigan – Opposition
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 777. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Horn, Runestad, Daley, Huizenga, Polehanki, and Geiss.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to report the (S-1) version of SB 777 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Horn, Runestad, Daley, and Huizenga.
Nays: None
Pass: Sen.(s) Polehanki and Geiss.
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Huizenga to report SB 778 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Horn, Runestad, Daley, and Huizenga.
Nays: None
Pass: Sen.(s) Polehanki and Geiss.
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:22 p.m.
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Date adopted by committee: 03/01/22
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evidence_text:
The Appropriations Subcommittee on Community Health/Human Services submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, February 22, 2022, at 8:30 a.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower

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

Excused: Senator Hollier


evidence_text:
The Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, February 22, 2022, at 12:00 noon, Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

Present: Senators Schmidt (C), MacDonald, Hollier and Bayer

Excused: Senators Victory and Zorn


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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 22, 2022
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Oversight was scheduled for Tuesday, February 22, 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 2:01 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 February 15, 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 possible future hearings with the Department of Corrections to continue the discussions.
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 provided opening comments to the committee.
Director Washington and Kyle Kaminski presented the committee with updates regarding departmental issues
that occurred since her presentation at the February 1, 2022 Oversight committee hearing.
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 3:07 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.
Date Adopted by the Committee: 03/08/2022
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**DRAFT**
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
February 22, 2022
A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Community Health/Human Services was scheduled
for Tuesday, February 22, 2022, at 8:30 a.m., in the Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 8:31 a.m.. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Outman, Sen.(s) Bizon, Daley, LaSata, MacDonald, Schmidt,
Huizenga, Santana, Irwin and Brinks, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon, supported by Sen. Daley, to adopt the meeting minutes from
February 15, 2022. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding the Governor's FY 2022-23 DHHS
budget.
Richie Farran, Healthcare Association of Michigan
At 8:54 a.m., Sen. John Bizon left the meeting.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding the Governor's FY 2022-23 DHHS
budget.
Stephanie Winslow and Luke Reynolds, PACE Association of Michigan
At 8:58 a.m., Sen.(s) Winnie Brinks, Kimberly LaSata and Wayne Schmidt left the meeting.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding the Governor's FY 2022-23 DHHS
budget.
Mike Logan, Michigan Masonic Home and LeadingAge MI
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana, supported by Sen. Huizenga, to excuse absent members from
the meeting. Without objection, Sen. Hollier was excused from the meeting.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Santana, to
adjourn the committee at 9:40 a.m.Without objection, the committee was adjourned.
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location: the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room

evidence_text:
**APPROVED**
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
February 22, 2022
A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation was scheduled for Tuesday, February
22, 2022, at 12:00 noon, in the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:08 p.m.. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Schmidt, Sen.(s) Hollier and Bayer, a quorum was not present.
Senator MacDonald arrived at 12:17 p.m..
Senator Hollier left at 12:22 p.m..
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding passenger rail from Ann Arbor to
Traverse City:
James Bruckbauer, Groundwork Center for Resilient Communities – Support
The Chair noted that written testimony was offered to the subcommittee in support of passenger rail from Ann
Arbor to Traverse City from:
Steven Vagnozzi, Michigan Association of Railroad Passengers – Support
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding local road projects.
John LaMacchia, Michigan Municipal League – No Position
In the absence of a quorum, the draft minutes of the meeting of February 15, 2022 were not approved.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:39 p.m.
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
REP. THOMAS A. ALBERT
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, February 23,
2022
8:30
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Committee on Appropriations was called to order by Chair Albert.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Frederick, Hornberger, Marino,
VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Lightner, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Tate,
Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Rogers, Steckloff,
Thanedar, Weiss.
Absent: Reps. Maddock, Peterson.
Excused: Reps. Maddock, Peterson.
Representatives Brabec and Thanedar joined the committee remotely.
Representative Whiteford moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 9, 2022. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5586 before the committee:
HB 5586
(Rep. Hauck)
A bill to authorize the state administrative board to
accept and convey real property in Isabella
County; to prescribe conditions for the
conveyance; and to provide for disposition of the
revenue from the conveyance.
Representative Hauck introduced the bill. Questions and discussion followed.
Aaron Desentz, City Manager representing the City of Mount Pleasant, testified in support of
HB 5586. Questions and discussion followed.
Bree Anderson, representing the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and
Budget, testified in opposition to HB 5586. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid HB 5765 before the committee:
HB 5765
(Rep. Alexander)
A bill to amend 1943 PA 240, entitled "State
employees' retirement act," by amending section
68c (MCL 38.68c), as amended by 2020 PA 314.
Representative Alexander introduced the bill. Questions and discussion followed.
Kyle Kaminski representing the Michigan Department of Corrections testified in support of
HB 5765. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid Legislative Transfer Request 2022-1 before the committee.
The Chair invited Quentin L. Messer, Jr., CEO of the Michigan Economic Development
Corporation, to testify on the Legislative Transfer Request. Questions and discussion
followed.
Kristin Armstrong, representing the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, joined to
answer questions.
Michael D. Farren, representing the Mercatus Center, testified on Legislative Transfer
Request 2022-1.
Representative Brann moved to excuse Representatives Maddock and Peterson from the
meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Albert adjourned the meeting at
9:46 AM.
Representative Thomas Albert, Chair
Matt Carnagie
Committee Clerk
mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON ENERGY
REP. JOE BELLINO
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
9:00 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Committee on Energy was called to order by Chair Bellino.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Bellino, Markkanen, Hoitenga, Reilly, Berman, Paquette, Beeler, Martin,
Outman, Roth, Manoogian, Sneller, Cherry, Haadsma, Puri, Scott.
Absent: Rep. Morse.
Excused: Rep. Morse.
Representatives Berman, Manoogian and Puri joined the committee remotely.
Representative Beeler moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 16, 2022. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5761 before the committee:
HB 5761
(Rep. Tisdel)
A bill to amend 2010 PA 270, entitled "Property
assessed clean energy act," by amending section
15 (MCL 460.945).
Representative Tisdel testified in support of HB 5761. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5761, but did not wish to speak:
Cliff Kellogg, representing C-Pace Alliance.
Laura Sherman, representing the Michigan EIBC.
Ed Rivet, representing the Conservative Energy Forum.
Hallie Fox, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
Chairman Bellino laid before the committee a presentation on energy storage.
Commissioner Katherine Peretick, representing the Michigan Public Service Commission,
gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed.
Angela Wojtowicz, Vice President of Business Planning and Development for DTE, gave a
presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Markkanen moved to excuse Representative Morse from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Bellino adjourned the meeting at
10:09 AM.
Representative Joe Bellino, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov