location: Room 308, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON FAMILIES, CHILDREN, AND SENIORS
REP. KATHY CRAWFORD
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, May 8, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 308, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Families, Children, and Seniors was called to order by the
Chair Crawford.
At 9:01 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 9:04 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, B Carter.
Absent/Excused: Reps. Meerman, C Johnson.
Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 1, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4549 and HB 4550 before the committee:
HB 4549
(Rep. Crawford)
A bill to amend 1973 PA 116,
entitled “An act to provide for the protection of children
through the licensing and regulation of child care
organizations; to provide for the establishment of standards
of care for child care organizations; to prescribe powers and
duties of certain departments of this state and adoption
facilitators; to provide penalties; and to repeal acts and parts
of acts,” by amending section 10 (MCL 722.120), as
amended by 2017 PA 257.
HB 4550
(Rep. Carter)
A bill to amend 2008 PA 260, entitled
“Guardianship assistance act,” by amending section 4 (MCL
722.874), as amended by 2015 PA 227.
Chairwoman Crawford testified in support of her legislation.
Representative Brenda Carter testified in support of her legislation.
Mary Chaliman, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, testified
in support of HB 4549 and HB 4550. Questions and discussion followed.
Cathe Hoover, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, testified in
support of HB 4549 and HB 4550. Questions and discussion followed.
Donna Tefft, representing D.A. Blodgett - St. Johns, testified in support of HB 4549.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4549, but did not wish to speak:
Kadi Prout, representing the the Michigan Federation for Children and Families.
The Chairwoman placed the Presentation by the Elder Law and Disability Rights Section
(ELDRS) of the State Bar before the committee.
Christopher Smith, Chairman of the Elder Law and Disability Rights Section (ELDRS) of the
State Bar of Michigan, gave a presentation on their section of the State Bar of Michigan.
Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Liberati moved to excuse Representatives Meerman and C Johnson from the
meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. LaTanya Garrett adjourned the
meeting at 9:37 AM.
Representative Kathy Crawford, Chair
Joy Brewer
Committee Clerk
joybrewer@house.mi.gov


location: Room 307, House Office Building

meeting_state: held

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON FINANCIAL SERVICES
REP. DIANA FARRINGTON
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, May 8, 2019
12:00 PM
Room 307, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Financial Services was called to order by the Chair
Farrington.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Farrington, Schroeder, Bellino, Berman, Wakeman, Gay-Dagnogo,
Wittenberg, Clemente, Stone, Whitsett.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Sheppard.
Representative Gay-Dagnogo moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 17, 2019. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4274 and HB 4275 before the committee:
HB 4274
(Rep. Marino)
A bill to amend 1980 PA 300, entitled “The
public school employees retirement act of 1979,"by
amending section 127 (MCL 38.1427), as amended by 2017
PA 92.
HB 4275
(Rep. Albert)
A bill to amend 1943 PA 240, entitled “State
employees' retirement act,” by amending section 58 (MCL
38.58), as added by 1996 PA 487.
Marcia Hune, Doug Giblett, and Scott Burnett, representing the Life Insurance Association of
Michigan, testified in support of the bills.
Ray Sholtz, representing the Michigan Corrections Organization, testified in support of the bills.
Questions and discussion followed.
Tim Greimel, representing The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees
- Council 25, testified with no position on the bills.
Doug Giblett and Scott Burnett, representing the Life Insurance Association of Michigan, were
called to answer questions pertaining to the bills.
Jeremy Tripp, representing the Michigan Public Employees - Service Employees International
Union Local 517, submitted card in support of the bill, but did not wish to speak.
Representative Wakeman moved to excuse Representative Sheppard from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Diana Farrington adjourned the
meeting at 12:44 PM.
Representative Diana Farrington, Chair
Sondra Gordon
Committee Clerk
sgordon@house.mi.gov


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MEMBERS:
SEN. ED MCBROOM, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. PETER J. LUCIDO
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
May 8, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Elections was scheduled for Wednesday, May 8, 2019, at 2:00 p.m.,
in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Adopted the Committee Rules.
2. Testimony regarding SB 117 (S-1) (Sen. Johnson).
3. Testimony regarding SB 297 (Sen. Wojno).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 2:02 p.m. She instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Johnson, Sen.(s) McBroom, Lucido, and Wojno, a quorum was
present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to adopt the committee rules. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Johnson, Sen.(s) McBroom, Lucido, and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the rules were adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without
objection, Sen. VanderWall was excused from the meeting.
The Chair offered, and summarized, an (S-1) version of SB 117.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 117. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chair Johnson, Sen.(s) McBroom, Lucido, and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair invited Sen. Wojno to summarize SB 297.
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The following individuals were invited to present testimony regarding SB 117:
Jenita Moore, Michigan Secretary of State – Neutral
The following individuals were invited to present testimony regarding SB 117 and SB 297:
Mary Clark and Chris Swope, Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks – Support
Barb Byrum and Justin Roebuck, Michigan Association of County Clerks – Support
The following cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB
117:
Tim Ward, Secure Elections Project – Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:46 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: May 22, 2019
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MEMBERS:
SEN. TOM BARRETT, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JIM RUNESTAD
SEN. RUTH A. JOHNSON
SEN. DALE W. ZORN
SEN. MARSHALL BULLOCK, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. BETTY JEAN ALEXANDER
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON FAMILIES, SENIORS AND
VETERANS
SENATOR JOHN BIZON, M.D.
CHAIR
3400 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-2426
FAX: (517) 373-2964
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 8, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Families, Seniors and Veterans was scheduled for Wednesday, May
8, 2019, at 3:00 p.m., in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding HB 4152 (Rep. Johnson) and HB 4153 (Rep. Guerra).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 3:01 p.m. He instructed the clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Bizon, Sen.(s) Johnson, Zorn, Bullock and Alexander, a quorum was
present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. B Alexander to adopt the meeting minutes from March 13, 2019.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman invited Rep. Steve Johnson and Rep. Vanessa Guerra to summarize HBs 4152 and 4153.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4152 and HB 4153:
Jeff Duncan and Tammy Weaver, State Registrar and Assistant State Registrar – Neutral
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4152
and HB 4153:
Mark McWilliams, Michigan Protectoin and Advocacy Service – Support
Meaghan Keit, Michigan Association of Counties – Support
Bill Zaagman, Michigan Association of County Clerks – Support
The Chair made a motion to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection Sens. 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 3:13 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 5/15/19


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MEMBERS:
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. TOM BARRETT
SEN. RUTH JOHNSON
SEN. JIM RUNESTAD
SEN. STEPHANIE CHANG, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JEFF IRWIN
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY AND PUBLIC
SAFETY
SENATOR PETER J. LUCIDO
CHAIR
3100 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7670
FAX: (517) 373-5958
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 9, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety was scheduled for Thursday, May 9,
2019, at 8:30 a.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
______________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SB 229 (Sen. Barrett) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported SB 230 (Sen. LaSata) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Testimony regarding SB 257 (Sen. Chang).
4. Testimony regarding HB 4296 (Rep. Filler).
_______________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman 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: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad,
Chang, and Irwin, a quorum was present.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the meeting minutes from April 25, 2019.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman brought up SB 229 and SB 230.
The following cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB 229 and
SB 230:
William Wagner, Citizen – Support
Michael Perry, Center for Inquiry – Oppose
David Kallman, Great Lakes Justice Center – Support
Shelli Weisberg, Citizen – Oppose
Rebecca Kressling, Save the 1 – Support
Katie Pavlot, Citizen – Oppose
Becca Mitchell, Citizen – Oppose
Crystal Demps, Citizen – Oppose
Emily Kurjan, Citizen – Oppose
Kennedy Sawicki, Citizen – Oppose
Ethan Schmitt, Citizen – Oppose
Gabrielle Strubhar, Right to Life – Support
Ashlea Phenicie, Citizen – Oppose
John Keserich, Citizen – Oppose
The Chairman invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 229 and SB 230:
Jennifer Lotempio, Save the 1 – Support
Amanda West, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan – Oppose
Rebecca Mastee, Michigan Catholic Conference – Support
Merissa Kovach, American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan – Oppose
Monica M. Miller, Citizens for a Pro-life Society – Support
Jenni Lane, Citizen – Oppose
Genevieve Marnon, Right to Life of Michigan – Support
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to report SB 229 to the floor with recommendation that
it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson and Runestad
Nays: Sen.(s) Chang and Irwin
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chairman moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 229. Sen. Irwin objected to the motion.
The Chairman moved for a roll call vote on granting immediate effect for SB 229. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson and Runestad
Nays: Sen.(s) Chang and Irwin
The motion prevailed and immediate effect was granted.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report SB 230 to the floor with recommendation
that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson and Runestad
Nays: Sen.(s) Chang and Irwin
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chairman moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 230. Sen. Irwin objected to the motion.
The Chairman moved for a roll call vote on granting immediate effect for SB 230. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson and Runestad
Nays: Sen.(s) Chang and Irwin
The motion prevailed and immediate effect was granted.
The Chairman invited Sen. Chang and Megan Noland, of the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office, to
summarize SB 257.
The following cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB 257:
Brandon Lanyon, Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan– Support
Jess Averill-Hammond, MI Domestic & Sexual Violence Prevention & Treatment Board – Support
Trooper Nicole McGhee, Michigan State Police – Neutral
Jean Doss, for Kathy Hagenian, MI Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence – Support
The Chairman invited Rep. Graham Filler and Tom Clement of the State Court Administrative Office to
summarize HB 4296.
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding HB 4296:
Cami Pendell, Michigan Judges Association – Support
Brandon Lanyon, Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan – Support
Peter Cunningham, State Bar of Michigan – support
Due to senate session, the Chairman moved to adjourn the meeting. Without objection, the committee was
adjourned at 9:24 a.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: May 14, 2019


location: the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Building

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MEMBERS:
SEN. JOHN BIZON, M.D., VICE CHAIR
SEN. RUTH JOHNSON
SEN. KIM LASATA
SEN. MICHAEL MACDONALD
SEN. LANA THEIS
SEN. WINNIE BRINKS, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. CURTIS HERTEL
SEN. SYLVIA SANTANA
SEN. PAUL WOJNO
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY AND HUMAN
SERVICES
SENATOR CURTIS S. VANDERWALL
CHAIR
4500 BINSFELD BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1725
FAX: (517) 373-0741
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 9, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Health Policy and Human Services was scheduled for Thursday, May 9,
2019, at 1:00 p.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 4367 (S-2) (Rep. Sheppard) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported SB 200 (S-1) (Sen. Wojno) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Reported SB 282 (S-1) (Sen. VanderWall) with recommendation and immediate effect.
4. Reported SB 283 (Sen. Lucido) with recommendation and immediate effect.
5. Reported SR 20 (Sen. Theis) with recommendation.
6. Presentation by Great Lakes Health Connect regarding the organization and its function.
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 1:02 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chairman VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis,
Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno, a quorum was present.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to adopt the meeting minutes from April 25, 2019. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman read the cards of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding HB 4367, SB 200,
SB 282, and SB 283:
Thadd Gormas, Michigan Academy of Physicians Assistants – Support
Gary Owen, Michigan Library Association – Support
The Chairman brought up the (S-2) version of HB 4367 which was adopted during the April 25, 2019
committee meeting.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to report the (S-2) version of HB 4367 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel,
Santana, and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
Page 1 of 3
The Chairman made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4367 (S-2). Without objection,
immediate effect was recommended.
The Chairman brought up the (S-1) version of SB 200 which was adopted during the April 25, 2019 committee
meeting.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Brinks to report the (S-1) version of SB 200 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel,
Santana, and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chairman made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 200 (S-1). Without objection, immediate
effect was recommended.
The Chairman brought up the (S-1) version of SB 282 which was adopted during the April 25, 2019 committee
meeting.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to report the (S-1) version of SB 282 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel,
Santana, and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chairman made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 282 (S-1). Without objection, immediate
effect was recommended.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to report SB 283 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel,
Santana, and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chairman made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 283. Without objection, immediate effect
was recommended.
The Chairman invited Sen. Theis to summarize SR 20.
The Chairman invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SR 20:
Brian Shuell, Citizen – Support
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Brinks to report SR 20 to the floor with recommendation that it
adopted. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel,
Santana, and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the resolution was reported.
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The Chairman invited Doug Dietzman, of Great Lakes Health Connect, to give a presentation regarding the
organization and its function.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairman moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:44 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: May 16, 2019
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COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 9, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Economic and Small Business Development was scheduled for
Thursday, May 9, 2019, at 12:00 noon, in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Presentation by Josh Nichols and Tyler Sawyer, of Crossbraining.
2. Presentation by Justin Winslow, Sara Anderson, and Larry Lynch, of the Michigan Restaurant and
Lodging Association.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 12:01 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chairman Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, MacGregor, Theis, Lauwers, Schmidt,
McMorrow, Geiss, and Moss; a quorum was present.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. McMorrow to adopt the meeting minutes from April 25, 2019.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman invited Josh Nichols and Tyler Sawyer, of Crossbraining, to present regarding their organization.
The Chairman invited Justin Winslow, Larry Lynch, and Sara Anderson, of the Michigan Restaurant and
Lodging Association, to present regarding ServSuccess.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairman moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:45 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 5/23/19
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MEMBERS:
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL, VICE CHAIR
SEN. PETER MACGREGOR
SEN. LANA THEIS
SEN. DAN LAUWERS
SEN. WAYNE SCHMIDT
SEN. MALLORY MCMORROW, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. ERIKA GEISS
SEN. JEREMY MOSS
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON ECONOMIC AND SMALL
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
SENATOR KEN HORN
CHAIR
7100 BINSFELD BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1760
FAX: (517) 373-3487


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MEMBERS:
SEN. RUTH 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 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
May 9, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Local Government was scheduled for Thursday, May 9, 2019, at 1:30
p.m., in the Room 1200 of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding HB 4119 (Rep. Meerman)
2. Testimony regarding HB 4055 (Rep. Slagh)
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 March 14, 2019.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited Tim Holland, of Rep. Meerman's office, and Adam Elenbaas, of Allendale Township, to
summarize HB 4119.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4119:
Judy Allen, Michigan Townships Association – Support
The Chair invited Rep. Brad Slagh to summarize HB 4055.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4055:
Mary Balkema and Ross Gavin, Michigan Association of County Treasurers – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB
4055:
Judy Allen, Michigan Townships Association – Support
Brad Ward, Michigan Realtors Association – Support
Tim Greimel, AFSCME Council 25 – Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourned the committee.
Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:42 p.m.
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Date Adopted by Committee: May 16, 2019
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location: Room 521, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION
REP. PAMELA HORNBERGER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, May 14, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Education was called to order by the Chair Hornberger.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Crawford, Vaupel, Reilly, Hall, Markkanen, O'Malley,
Wakeman, Camilleri, Sowerby, B Carter, T Carter, Koleszar, Stone.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative O'Malley moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 7, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid the following presentations before the committee:
Michigan School Counselor Association
Michigan Association of School Social Workers
Michigan Association of School Psychologists
Judy Williams, Michigan School Counselor Association, testified regarding school mental health
services. Questions and discussion followed.
Donna Secor Pennington, Michigan Association of School Social Workers, testified regarding
school mental health services. Questions and discussion followed.
Dr. Amy Campbell, Michigan Association of School Psychologists, testified regarding school
mental health services. Questions and discussion followed.
Chris Glass and Bob Szymoniak, West Michigan Talent Triangle, testified regarding school
mental health services. Questions and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Pamela Hornberger adjourned the
meeting at 10:18 AM.
Representative Pamela Hornberger, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


location: Room 519, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
REP. GRAHAM FILLER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, May 14, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Judiciary was called to order by the Chair Filler.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, S. Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative LaFave moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 7, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SB 112 before the committee:
SB 112
(Sen. Lucido)
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled
“Revised judicature act of 1961, “by amending section 2918
(MCL 600.2918), as amended by 2014 PA 223.
Justin Carpenter, from Senator Lucido's office, testified in support of SB 112.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 112, but did not wish to speak:
Mike Frederick, representing the representing the City of Jackson.
The Chair laid HB 4376 and HB 4377 before the committee:
HB 4376
(Rep. Griffin)
A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled “Child
protection law, “by amending section 3 (MCL 722.623), as
amended by 2016 PA 35.
HB 4377
(Rep. Pagan)
A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled “Child
protection law, “(MCL 722.621 to 722.638) by adding
section 3b.
Representative Griffin and Representative Pagan testified in support of HB 4376 and HB 4377.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4376 and HB 4377, but did not wish to
speak:
Colin Parks, representing the representing the Child Protective Services Program at the
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
Amy Zaagman, representing the representing the Michigan Council for Maternal and Child
Health.
Jennifer Smith, representing the representing the Michigan Association of School Boards.
Tom Hickson, representing the representing the Michigan Catholic Conference.
Mary Pollock, representing the representing the American Association of University Women.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4376, but did not wish to speak:
Kevin Parker, representing the representing the Michigan Athletic Trainers Society.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4377, but did not wish to speak:
Kathy Hagenian, representing the representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and
Sexual Violence.
The Chair laid HB 4331 and HB 4434 before the committee:
HB 4331
(Rep. LaFave)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
“Natural resources and environmental protection act, “by
amending section 40111 (MCL 324.40111), as amended by
2018 PA 272.
HB 4434
(Rep. Hall)
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The
Michigan penal code, “by amending section 227 (MCL
750.227), as amended by 1986 PA 8.
Representative Hall; Representative LaFave; James Makowski, Corporate Counsel for the
Michigan Gun Owners; and Joel E. Fulton, representing Freedom Firearms and the Calhoun
County Gun Owners Association, testified together in support of the bills. Questions and
discussion followed.
Emily Durbin, representing Moms Demand Action, testified in opposition to HB 4434. Questions
and discussion followed.
Sergeant Chris Gerard, representing The Michigan State Police, testified in opposition to HB
4434. Questions and discussion followed.
Tom Lambert, representing Michigan Open Carry, testified in support of HB 4331 and HB 4434.
Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4331 and HB 4434, but did not wish
to speak:
Mary Pollock, representing the representing the American Association of University Women.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4331, but did not wish to speak:
Craig Burnet, representing the representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4434, but did not wish to speak:
Tom Draeger, representing Moms Demand Action.
Jenn VandeZande, representing Moms Demand Action.
Scott Nichols, representing Moms Demand Action.
Cindy Karogeropoulos, representing Moms Demand Action.
Emily Kallunki-Pasternek, representing Moms Demand Action.
Frank Foster, representing Everytown for Gun Safety.
At 9:59 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 10:00 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair laid HB 4375, HB 4380, HB 4381 and HB 4382 before the committee:
HB 4375
(Rep. Hornberger)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116,
entitled “Michigan election law, “by amending section 293
(MCL 168.293).
HB 4380
(Rep. Anthony) A bill to create the office of the higher
education sexual assault prevention, advocacy, and resource
officer within the department of civil rights; to prescribe the
powers and duties of the office, the advocacy officer, and
certain state governmental officers and entities; and to
provide for an appropriation.
HB 4381
(Rep. Hoadley) A bill to create the campus sexual assault
response improvement plan and grant act; to require certain
reporting; to create the campus sexual assault response
improvement grant fund; to provide for the use of the fund;
and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state
officers and entities.
HB 4382
(Rep. Clemente)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451,
entitled “The revised school code, “by amending section
1230b (MCL 380.1230b), as added by 1996 PA 189, and by
adding section 1230i.
Representative Clemente, Representative Anthony, and Julie Vogel from Representative
Hoadley’s office, testified together in support of the bills. Questions and discussion followed.
Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards, testified in opposition
to HB 4382.
At 10:16 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 10:17 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Mel Koch, from Representative Hornberger’s office, testified in support of HB 4375.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4380, but did not wish to speak:
Lee Gonzales, representing the representing the Michigan Department of Civil Rights.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4380, but did not wish to speak:
Angela Povilaitis, representing the representing the Michigan Domestic and Sexual Violence
Prevention and Treatment Board.
Kathy Hagenian, representing the representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and
Sexual Violence.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4382, but did not wish to speak:
Kathy Hagenian, representing the representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and
Sexual Violence.
Tom Hickson, representing the representing the Michigan Catholic Conference.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4381 and HB 4382, but did not wish to
speak:
Mary Pollock, representing the representing the American Association of University Women.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:18
AM.
Representative Graham Filler, Chair
Melissa Weipert
Committee Clerk
mweipert@house.mi.gov


location: Room 326, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION
REP. GARY HOWELL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, May 14, 2019
12:00 PM
Room 326, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to
order by the Chair Howell.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy,
Pohutsky.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 7, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4018 before the committee:
HB 4018
(Rep. Allor)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
“Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by
amending section 48738 (MCL 324.48738), as amended by
2014 PA 541.
Representative Sue Allor testified in support of HB 4018. Questions and discussion followed.
Craig Brunet and Todd Grischke, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in
support of HB 4018.
Brenda Archambo, Black Lake Chapter of Sturgeon for Tomorrow, testified in support of HB
4018. Questions and discussion followed.
Craig Brunet, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in support of HB 4018.
Questions and discussion followed.
Dr. Marty Jones, Mullett Lake Preservation Society, testified in support of HB 4018. Questions
and discussion followed.
Jim Felgenauer, St. Clair-Detroit River Sturgeon for Tomorrow, testified in support of HB 4018.
Questions and discussion followed.
Ian Fitzgerald, Michigan United Conservation Clubs, testified in support of HB 4018. Questions
and discussion followed.
Drew Youngedyke, National Wildlife Federation, testified in support of HB 4018.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4018, but did not wish to speak:
Jason Wadage, representing the Burt Lake Preservation Association.
Ali Phillips, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
The Chair laid HB 4519 before the committee:
HB 4519
(Rep. Johnson) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
“Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by
amending sections 74114 and 83106 (MCL 324.74114 and
324.83106), section 74114 as amended by 2004 PA 587 and
section 83106 as amended by 2010 PA 34.
Representative Steven Johnson testified in support of HB 4519. Questions and discussion
followed.
Craig Brunet and Jason Fleming, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in
opposition to HB 4519.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4519, but did not wish to speak:
Bill Sheffer, representing the Michigan RV and Campground Association.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4519, but did not wish to speak:
Sean Hammond, representing the Michigan Environmental Council.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting
at 12:56 PM.
Representative Gary Howell, Chair
Amy K Rostkowycz
Committee Clerk
arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY REFORM
REP. MICHAEL WEBBER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, May 14, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Regulatory Reform was called to order by the Chair Webber.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall,
Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Berman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 7, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
At 10:37 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 10:40 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair laid HB 4335 before the committee:
HB 4335
(Rep. Yaroch)
A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled
“Occupational code,” by amending sections 1110 and 1205
(MCL 339.1110 and 339.1205), section 1110 as amended by
2014 PA 137 and section 1205 as amended by 1997 PA 97.
Representative Robinson spoke to the amendment.
Representative Robinson offered the following amendment to HB 4335:
1.
Amend page 2, line 10, after “with” by striking out “1 or more” and inserting
“not fewer than 2”.
Representative Robinson moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4335. The motion did not prevail
6-9-0:
UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson.
Nays: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall,
Wendzel.
Pass: None.
Representative Robinson spoke to the amendments.
Representative Robinson offered the following amendments to HB 4335:
1.
Amend page 2, line 17, after "(f)" by striking out "EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN
SUBSECTION (7), IS" and inserting "is".
2.
Amend page 2, line 18, after "dwelling." by striking out "EXCEPT AS
PROVIDED IN SUBSECTION (7), A" and inserting "A".
3.
Amend page 4, line 23, after the first "SUBSECTION" by striking out "AND
SUBSECTION (7)".
4.
Amend page 4, line 26, by striking out all of subsection (7) and renumbering the
remaining subsection.
5.
Amend page 5, line 12, after "licensed." by striking out "EXCEPT AS
PROVIDED IN SUBSECTION (7), THE" and inserting "THE".
6.
Amend page 9, line 4, after the first "SUBSECTION" by striking out "AND
SUBSECTION (7)".
7.
Amend page 9, line 7, by striking out all of subsection (7) and renumbering the
remaining subsection.
Representative Robinson moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4335. The motion did not
prevail 6-9-0:
UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson.
Nays: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall,
Wendzel.
Pass: None.
Representative Robinson spoke to the amendments.
Representative Robinson offered the following amendments to HB 4335:
1.
Amend page 4, line 17, after "THAN" by striking out "1,000" and inserting
"500".
2.
Amend page 8, line 25, after "THAN" by striking out "1,000" and inserting
"500".
Representative Robinson moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4335. The motion did not
prevail 6-9-0:
UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson.
Nays: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall,
Wendzel.
Pass: None.
Representative Chirkun moved to refer House Bill No. 4335 to the committee on Ways and
Means with recommendation. The motion prevailed 14-1-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall,
Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza.
Nays: Rep. Robinson.
Pass: None.
Representative Jones moved to reconsider the vote by which HB 4335 was referred with
recommendation. The motion prevailed 15-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall,
Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Chirkun moved to refer House Bill No. 4335 to the committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 13-1-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall,
Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Garza.
Nays: Rep. Robinson.
Pass: Rep. Jones.
The Chair laid HB 4495 before the committee:
HB 4495
(Rep. Warren)
A bill to amend 1937 PA 306, entitled "An
act to promote the safety, welfare, and educational interests
of the people of the state of Michigan by regulating the
construction, reconstruction, and remodeling of certain
public or private school buildings or additions to such
buildings, by regulating the construction, reconstruction, and
remodeling of buildings leased or acquired for school
purposes, and 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
sections 1, 1a, and 2 (MCL 388.851, 388.851a, and 388.852),
section 1 as amended by 2004 PA 510 and section 2 as
amended by 2002 PA 627.
Michael Livendale, representing the Design-Build Institute of America, testified in support of the
bill. Questions and discussion followed.
Charles Baltmou, Stephens Smith and Dan La Pau, all representing the American Institute of
Architects, testified in opposition to the bill. Questions and discussion followed.
Ron Brenke, representing the American Council of Engineering Companies, testified in
opposition to the bill. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4495, but did not wish to speak:
Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards.
The following people submitted a card in opposition of HB 4495, but did not wish to speak:
Damian Hill, representing the Associated General Contractors of Michigan.
Rami Haddad, representing Johnson Controls.
At 11:37 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 5:12 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair laid SB 0239 before the committee:
SB 0239
(Sen. Chang)
A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled
"Occupational code," by amending section 1803 (MCL
339.1803).
Ellen Heinitz, representing Senator Chang testified in support of the bill. Questions and
discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 0239, but did not wish to speak:
David Gregory, representing Wayne State University.
Marnie Wills, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Michael Webber adjourned the
meeting at 5:19 PM.
Representative Michael Webber, Chair
Sondra Gordon
Committee Clerk
sgordon@house.mi.gov


location: Room 327, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION
REP. JACK O'MALLEY
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, May 14, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 327, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Transportation was called to order by the Chair O'Malley.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis, Sneller,
Clemente, Yancey, Haadsma, Shannon.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Sheppard.
Representative Bellino moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 7, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Jenita Moore, and James Fackler, both representing the Michigan Department of State, provided
a presentation regarding the Department and reviewed the following topics: Role of the
Department; Dashboard; Revenue Collection; Fiscal Year 2018 Disbursements; Michigan
Transportation Revenue; A Variety of License Plates; The World of License Plates; Passenger
Plates; Commercial Plates; and Revenue collections and Distribution. Questions and discussion
followed.
Deputy Director Ed Noyola, and Engagement Specialist Dustin Earley, both representing the
County Road Association of Michigan, provided a presentation regarding County Road Revenue
Streams and reviewed the following topics: Types of County Roads; County Road Agency
Revenue Sources; Local Road Revenue Options; Registration Fee Types By State; Creativity
With State Funds; Impacts of Increased State Funding; and Cost of Common Road Repairs.
Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Cole moved to excuse Representative Sheppard from the meeting. There being no
objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jack O'Malley adjourned the meeting
at 11:13 AM.
Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS
REP. BRANDT IDEN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, May 14,
2019
10:30
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Standing Committee on Ways and Means was called to order by the Chair Iden.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 7, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4444 and HB 4445 before the committee:
HB 4444
(Rep. Johnson) A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled
“Freedom of information act,” by amending section 11
(MCL 15.241), as amended by 2014 PA 563.
HB 4445
(Rep. Iden)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled
“Freedom of information act, “by amending section 4 (MCL
15.234), as amended by 2018 PA 523.
Representative Warren moved to report out HB 4444 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 11-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Leutheuser moved to report out HB 4445 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 11-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4227 before the committee:
HB 4227
(Rep. Cambensy)
A bill to create a committee on
Michigan's mining future; to provide for the powers and
duties of certain governmental officers and agencies; and to
repeal acts and parts of acts.
Representative Leutheuser moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4227. The motion prevailed
11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wentworth moved to report out HB 4227 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
3). The motion prevailed 11-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4227, but did not wish to speak:
Sarah Howes, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and
Energy.
Patrick Bloom, representing the Cleveland Cliffs.
Doug Needham, representing the Michigan Aggregates Association.
The Chair laid HB 4189, HB 4190 and HB 4191 before the committee:
HB 4189
(Rep. Sheppard)A bill to amend 2007 PA 36, entitled
“Michigan business tax act,” by amending sections 117, 500,
and 505 (MCL 208.1117, 208.1500, and 208.1505), section
117 as amended by 2011 PA 292, section 500 as amended by
2016 PA 426, and section 505 as amended by 2011 PA 305,
and by adding section 402; and to repeal acts and parts of
acts.
HB 4190
(Rep. Webber) A bill to amend 1995 PA 24, entitled
“Michigan economic growth authority act, “by amending
section 8 (MCL 207.808), as amended by 2009 PA 123.
HB 4191
(Rep. Coleman) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled
“Income tax act of 1967,"by amending section 680 (MCL
206.680), as amended by 2012 PA 70.
Representative Hauck moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4189. The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Griffin moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4189. The motion prevailed 11-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Kahle moved to report out HB 4189 with recommendation, as substitute (H-3).
The motion prevailed 11-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-4) to HB 4190. The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 4190 with recommendation, as substitute (H-4).
The motion prevailed 11-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hauck moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4191. The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4191. The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 4191 with recommendation, as substitute (H-3).
The motion prevailed 11-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4189, HB 4190 and HB
4191, but did not wish to speak:
Dave Worthams, representing the Michigan Bankers Association.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4189, HB 4190 and HB 4191, but did
not wish to speak:
Dan Papineau, representing the Michigan Chamber.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the meeting at
10:43 AM.
Representative Brandt Iden, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


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MEMBERS:
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. TOM BARRETT
SEN. RUTH JOHNSON
SEN. JIM RUNESTAD
SEN. STEPHANIE CHANG, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JEFF IRWIN
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY AND PUBLIC
SAFETY
SENATOR PETER J. LUCIDO
CHAIR
3100 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7670
FAX: (517) 373-5958
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 14, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety was scheduled for Tuesday, May 14,
2019, at 8:30 a.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 4296 (Rep. Filler) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported SB 257 (Sen. Chang) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Testimony regarding SB 114 (Sen. Lucido).
_______________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 8:34 a.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time,
the following members were present: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad,
Chang, and Irwin, a quorum was present.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the meeting minutes from May 9, 2019.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman brought up HB 4296.
The following cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding HB 4296:
Matt Miner, Michigan Creditors Bar Association – Oppose
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report HB 4296 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chairman moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4296. Without objection, immediate effect
was recommended.
The Chairman brought up SB 257.
The following cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB 257:
Mary Pollock, American Association of University Women – Support
Kathy Hagenian, Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence – Support
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to report SB 257 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chairman moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 257. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chairman summarized SB 114 for the committee.
The following individual was invited to presented testimony regarding SB 114:
Trooper Nicole McGhee, Michigan State Police – Oppose
The following cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB 114:
Blaine Koops – Michigan Sheriffs Association – Oppose
Jess Averill-Hammond, MI Domestic & Sexual Violence Prevention & Treatment Board – Oppose
Brandon Lanyon, Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan – Oppose
Kathy Hagenian, Michigan Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence – Oppose
There being not furth business before the committee, the Chairman moved to adjourn the committee.
Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:14 a.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 05/23/2019


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COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 14, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Regulatory Reform was scheduled for Tuesday, May 14, 2019, at 3:00
p.m., in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 4066 (Rep. Calley) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported HB 4067 (Rep. Calley) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Reported SB 184 (S-1) (Sen. VanderWall) with recommendation and immediate effect.
4. Testimony regarding SB 294 (Sen. Zorn).
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chairman Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss,
Polehanki, and Wojno; a quorum was present.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to adopt the meeting minutes from April 23, 2019. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman invited Meghan Koorndyk, staff for Rep. Calley, to summarize HBs 4066 and 4067.
The Chairman asked the Clerk to read the testimony cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the
committee regarding HBs 4066 and 4067:
Jennifer Smith, Michigan Association of School Boards – Support
Jerry Johnson, Barry, Branch, Calhoun, Jackson, Lenawee, and Monroe Intermediate School Districts –
Support
Derek Sova, Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs – Support
Peter Spadafore, Michigan Association of Superintendents – Support
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to report HB 4066 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and
Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
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MEMBERS:
SEN. LANA THEIS, VICE CHAIR
SEN. RUTH JOHNSON
SEN. DAN LAUWERS
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL
SEN. DALE ZORN
SEN. JEREMY MOSS, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. DAYNA POLEHANKI
SEN. PAUL WOJNO
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY REFORM
SENATOR ARIC NESBITT
CHAIR
6100 BINSFELD BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-0793
FAX: (517) 373-5607
The Chairman moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4066. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report HB 4067 to the floor with recommendation
that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and
Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chairman moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4067. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
Sen. VanderWall offered an (S-1) substitute to SB 184.
The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Theis to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 184. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chairman Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and
Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the substitute was adopted.
The Chairman invited Sen. VanderWall to summarize SB 184.
The Chairman invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 184:
Kevin Parker, Michigan Athletic Trainers' Society – Support
Derek Sova, Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs – No position given
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report SB 184, as amended, to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and
Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chairman moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 184. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chairman invited Sen. Zorn to summarize SB 294.
The Chairman invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 294:
Dr. Ryan Rowe and Todd Dailey, Madison Public Schools – Support
The Chairman asked the Clerk to read the testimony cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the
committee regarding SB 294:
Peter Spadafore, Michigan Association of Superintendents and Administrators – Support
Jennifer Smith, Michigan Association of School Boards – Support
Jerry Johnson, Barry, Branch, Calhoun, Jackson, Lenawee, and Monroe Intermediate School Districts –
Support
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Bill Zaagman, Michigan High School Athletic Association – Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairman moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:28 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: May 21, 2019
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON ELECTIONS AND ETHICS
REP. JULIE CALLEY
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, May 15, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 327, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Elections and Ethics was called to order by the Chair Calley.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Paquette, Guerra, Hope.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Sheppard moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 17, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4446 before the committee:
HB 4446
(Rep. Calley)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 388, entitled
“Michigan campaign finance act,” by amending sections 5,
9, 12, 21, 24, 34, 41, 51, 54, and 55 (MCL 169.205, 169.209,
169.212, 169.221, 169.224, 169.234, 169.241, 169.251,
169.254, and 169.255), sections 5 and 41 as amended by
1999 PA 237, sections 9, 24, 51, 54, and 55 as amended by
2017 PA 119, section 12 as amended by 2001 PA 250, section
21 as amended by 2015 PA 269, and section 34 as amended
by 2012 PA 277.
Jenita Moore, Secretary of State's Office, testified with no position on HB 4446. Questions and
discussion followed.
Representative Sheppard moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4446. The motion prevailed 7-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Paquette, Guerra, Hope.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hope offered the following amendments to HB 4446 (H-1):
1. Amend page 3, line 6, after "SHIPPING" by inserting "OR AN ITEM OR PRIZE
PURCHASED UNDER SECTION 55(8)".
2. Amend page 5, line 23, after "SHIPPING" by inserting "OR AN ITEM OR PRIZE
PURCHASED UNDER SECTION 55(8)".
3. Amend page 30, line 5, after "(5) A" by striking out "COMMITTEE" and inserting
"SEPARATE SEGREGATED FUND".
4. Amend page 34, line 24, after "SHIPPING" by inserting "OR AN ITEM OR PRIZE
PURCHASED UNDER SECTION 55(8)".
Representative Hope moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4446. The motion prevailed 7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Paquette, Guerra, Hope.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Sheppard moved to refer House Bill No. 4446 as amended, as substitute (H-2).
The motion prevailed 5-0-2.
Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Paquette.
Nays: None.
Pass: Reps. Guerra, Hope.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Julie Calley adjourned the meeting at
10:37 AM.
Representative Julie Calley, Chair
Amy K Rostkowycz
Committee Clerk
arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON ENERGY
REP. JOSEPH N BELLINO
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, May 15, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Energy was called to order by the Chair Bellino.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Bellino, Wendzel, Alexander, Frederick, Lower, Filler, Mueller, O'Malley,
Schroeder, Lasinski, Sneller, T. Carter, Haadsma, Kuppa, Manoogian, Shannon.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Markkanen.
Representative Manoogian moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 17, 2019. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative Frederick moved to excuse Representative Markkanen from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Chairman Bellino laid before the committee a presentation by the International Brotherhood of
Electrical Workers (IBEW). Dean Bradley, representing the International Brotherhood of
Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 17, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and
discussion followed.
Chairman Bellino laid before the committee a presentation by the Utility Workers Union of
America (UWUA). Jonathan Harmon, representing the Utility Workers Union of America
(UWUA) Power for America Training Trust Fund, gave a presentation to the committee.
Chairman Bellino laid before the committee a presentation by the Michigan Energy Innovation
Business Council (MEIBC). Cory Connolly, representing the Michigan Energy Innovation
Business Council (MEIBC), and Stuart Irwin, representing Evolution Electric Vehicles, gave a
presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:26
AM.
Representative Joseph Bellino, Chair
Melissa Weipert
Committee Clerk
mweipert@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON FAMILIES, CHILDREN, AND SENIORS
REP. KATHY CRAWFORD
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, May 15, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 308, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Families, Children, and Seniors was called to order by the
Chair Crawford.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, B Carter,
C Johnson.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 8, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
At 9:03 a.m., the Chair went at ease at the call of the Chair.
At 9:05 a.m., the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair laid HB 4406 before the committee:
HB 4406
(Rep. Markkanen)
A bill to amend 2008 PA 525,
entitled “Fostering futures scholarship trust fund act, “by
amending section 7b (MCL 722.1027b), as added by 2014
PA 530.
Representative Gregory Markkanen explained his bill.
Karie Ward, Director for Fostering Success Michigan, testified in support of HB 4406. Questions
and discussion followed.
Arielle Duncan, a Wayne State University sophomore, representing The New Foster Care,
testified in support of HB 4406. Questions and discussion followed.
Wilbert Fobbs III, Director of Operations, Policy and Youth Services for The New Foster Care,
testified in support of HB 4406. Questions and discussion followed.
Paul G. Connors, Legislative Liaison for the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified in
support of HB 4406. Questions and discussion followed.
Robin Lott, Executive Director for the Michigan Education Trust for the Michigan Department
of Health and Human Services, testified in support of HB 4406. Questions and discussion
followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of the bill, but did not wish to speak:
Rachel Richards, representing the representing the Michigan League for Public Policy,
Jean Doss, representing the representing the State Public Affairs Committee of the Michigan
Junior Leagues,
Matt Gillard, President and Chief Executive Officer for Michigan’s Children, testified in support
of Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid HB 4549 and HB 4550 before the committee:
HB 4549
(Rep. Crawford)
A bill to amend 1973 PA 116,
entitled “An act to provide for the protection of children
through the licensing and regulation of child care
organizations; to provide for the establishment of standards
of care for child care organizations; to prescribe powers and
duties of certain departments of this state and adoption
facilitators; to provide penalties; and to repeal acts and parts
of acts, “by amending section 10 (MCL 722.120), as
amended by 2017 PA 257.
HB 4550
(Rep. Carter)
A bill to amend 2008 PA 260, entitled
“Guardianship assistance act, “by amending section 4 (MCL
722.874), as amended by 2015 PA 227.
Representative Liberati moved to refer House Bill No. 4549 to the committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, B Carter, C
Johnson.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Rendon moved to refer House Bill No. 4550 to the committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, B Carter, C
Johnson.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4223 before the committee:
HB 4223
(Rep. VanSingel)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368,
entitled “Public health code, “by amending the heading of
part 93 and sections 9307 and 9321 (MCL 333.9307 and
333.9321), and by adding sections 9312 and 9316.
Rob Winkelman, Legislative Assistant to Representative Scott VanSingel, introduced David
Newman, Associate Director for Michigan Primary Care Association, Anne C. Scott, M.P.H.,
Deputy Health Officer and Executive Director-Community Health Centers for the Ingham
County Health Department, and Meghan Swain, BBA, Executive Director Michigan Association
for Local Public Health, who testified in support of the bill. Questions followed.
Rick Lantz, Vice President and Chief Lobbyist for Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana,
testified in support of Questions and discussion followed.
Michelle Spencer, a board officer for the Michigan Dental Hygienists Association, testified in
support of Questions and discussion followed.
Kim Crabtree, Co-founder and Director of Smiles on Wheels, testified in support of Questions
and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4223, but did not wish to speak:
Peter Spadofore, representing the Associate Executive Director for Government Relations
for the Michigan Association of School Administrators.
Renee Edmondson, representing the Associate Director for School Community Health
Alliance of Michigan;
Dr. Elliot P. Schlang of Farmington Hills;
Macy Borofsky DDS, PT, MPH, representing the Founder of the Mobile Dentists Outreach
and Smile America.
Julie Rowe, representing the Legislative Coordinator for the American Federation of
Teachers.
Andy Newmann, representing the representing the Michigan Education Association.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Cynthia Johnson moved to adjourn.
The motion prevailed, the time being 10:27 a.m.
The Chair declared the committee adjourned.
Representative Kathy Crawford, Chair
Joy Brewer
Committee Clerk
joybrewer@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND MUNICIPAL FINANCE
REP. JAMES LOWER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, May 15, 2019
12:00 PM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Local Government and Municipal Finance was called to
order by the Chair Lower.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Lower, Marino, Crawford, Calley, Howell, Eisen, Meerman, Paquette,
Ellison, Sowerby, Garza, Hope, Kuppa.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Marino moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 1, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4408 before the committee:
HB 4408
(Rep. Miller)
A bill to amend 2000 PA 321, entitled
“Recreational authorities act,” by amending section 27 (MCL
123.1157).
Representative Miller and Lindsey Oswald, the St. Joseph County Clerk, testified in support of
HB 4408. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4408, but did not wish to
speak:
Paul Connors, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4408, but did not wish to speak:
Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Township Association.
The Chair laid HB 4209 before the committee:
HB 4209
(Rep. Slagh)
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The
general property tax act,” by amending section 44 (MCL
211.44), as amended by 2012 PA 482.
Representative Slaugh and Tim VanBennekom, representing Allendale Charter Township,
testified in support of HB 4209. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4209, but did not wish to
speak:
Paul Connors, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4209, but did not wish to speak:
Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Township Association.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. James Lower adjourned the meeting
at 12:14 PM.
Representative James Lower, Chair
Angela Lake
Committee Clerk
alake@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TAX POLICY
REP. LYNN AFENDOULIS
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, May 15, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Tax Policy was called to order by the Chair Afendoulis.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, S Johnson, Hall, O'Malley,
Schroeder, Yancey, Ellison, Lasinski, Robinson, Whitsett.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Wittenberg.
Representative O'Malley moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 1, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid the following presentation before the committee:
Streamlined
Craig Johnson, representing Streamlined, along with Steve Bieda and Mike Eshelbach both
representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, presented to the committee. Questions and
discussion followed.
Chairwomen Afendoulis moved to excuse Representative Wittenberg from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Lynn Afendoulis adjourned the
meeting at 11:20 AM.
Representative Lynn Afendoulis, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION
REP. JACK O'MALLEY
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, May 15, 2019
3:31 PM
Room 327, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Transportation was called to order by the Chair O'Malley.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Sneller,
Clemente, Haadsma, Shannon.
Absent/Excused: Reps. Afendoulis, Yancey.
Representative Bellino moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 14, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Director Denise Donohue, Deputy Director Ed Noyola, and Steve Purri P.E., all representing the
County Road Association of Michigan, provided a presentation regarding County Road Agency
Maintenance Practices and reviewed the following topics: Road Maintenance Service Levels;
Internal Challenges; External Challenges; County Road Maintenance Activity Determinations;
and Overview of Road Maintenance Decision-Makers in the County. Questions and discussion
followed.
Manager Mark Christensen, representing the Montcalm County Road Commission, and Director
of Highway Maintenance Darryl Heid, representing the Road Commission for Oakland County,
approached to answer questions from committee members.
Vice-President Eric Morris, P.E., representing HNTB Corporation, provided a presentation
regarding Transportation Funding Options and reviewed the following topics: Other States’
Approach to Gas Tax; Other States’ Approach to Funding Local Roads; Other States’ Approach
to Fuel Tax; Additional Funding Methods; Interstate Tolling; Tolling Today; Factors Driving
Growth in Tolling Nationally; Benefits of Tolling; States Evaluating New Tolling Programs;
Tolling in Michigan; Federal Programs to Advance Interstate Tolling; Programmatic
Considerations; and Potential Next Steps for Michigan. Questions and discussion followed.
John LaMacchia, representing the Michigan Municipal League, provided a presentation
regarding Transportation Funding and reviewed the following topics: Funding vs Financing;
Local Funding; Local Needs for Grosse Pointe, Michigan; and What’s Next. Questions and
discussion followed.
Representative Sheppard moved to excuse Representatives Afendoulis and Yancey from the
meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jack O'Malley adjourned the meeting
at 5:08 PM.
Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS
REP. BRANDT IDEN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, May 15, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Ways and Means was called to order by the Chair Iden.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Warren, Byrd, Neeley, Hertel.
Absent: Rep. Wentworth.
At 10:41 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 11:15 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the meeting at
11:15 AM.
Representative Brandt Iden, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov