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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
REP. GRAHAM FILLER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, October 2, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Judiciary was called to order by Chair Filler.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman,
Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative LaFave moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 24, 2019. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4980, HB 4981, HB 4982, HB 4983, HB 4984 and HB 4985 before the
committee:
HB 4980
(Rep. Leutheuser)
A bill to amend 1965 PA 213,
entitled “An act to provide for setting aside the conviction in
certain criminal cases; to provide for the effect of such
action; to provide for the retention of certain nonpublic
records and their use; to prescribe the powers and duties of
certain public agencies and officers; and to prescribe
penalties,” by amending sections 1 and 4 (MCL 780.621 and
780.624), section 1 as amended by 2016 PA 336 and section
4 as amended by 2014 PA 335, and by adding section 1b.
HB 4981
(Rep. Wendzel) A bill to amend 1965 PA 213, entitled “An
act to provide for setting aside the conviction in certain
criminal cases; to provide for the effect of such action; to
provide for the retention of certain nonpublic records and
their use; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain public
agencies and officers; and to prescribe penalties,” by
amending section 1 (MCL 780.621), as amended by 2016 PA
336.
HB 4982
(Rep. Meerman)
A bill to amend 1965 PA 213,
entitled “An act to provide for setting aside the conviction in
certain criminal cases; to provide for the effect of such
action; to provide for the retention of certain nonpublic
records and their use; to prescribe the powers and duties of
certain public agencies and officers; and to prescribe
penalties,” by amending section 1 (MCL 780.621), as
amended by 2016 PA 336.
HB 4983
(Rep. Rabhi)
A bill to amend 1965 PA 213, entitled “An
act to provide for setting aside the conviction in certain
criminal cases; to provide for the effect of such action; to
provide for the retention of certain nonpublic records and
their use; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain public
agencies and officers; and to prescribe penalties,” by
amending section 1 (MCL 780.621), as amended by 2016 PA
336.
HB 4984
(Rep. LaGrand) A bill to amend 1965 PA 213, entitled “An
act to provide for setting aside the conviction in certain
criminal cases; to provide for the effect of such action; to
provide for the retention of certain nonpublic records and
their use; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain public
agencies and officers; and to prescribe penalties,” by
amending section 1 (MCL 780.621), as amended by 2016 PA
336.
HB 4985
(Rep. Gay-Dagnogo)
A bill to amend 1965 PA 213,
entitled “An act to provide for setting aside the conviction in
certain criminal cases; to provide for the effect of such
action; to provide for the retention of certain nonpublic
records and their use; to prescribe the powers and duties of
certain public agencies and officers; and to prescribe
penalties,” by amending section 1 (MCL 780.621), as
amended by 2016 PA 336.
Alexa Kramer, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce, and Lindsay Case-
Palsrok, representing the Detroit Chamber of Commerce, testified together in support of HB
4980, HB 4981, HB 4982, HB 4983, HB 4984 and HB 4985.
JT Weis and Jon Meyer, representing Abcor Industries, testified in support of HB 4980, HB
4981, HB 4982, HB 4983, HB 4984 and HB 4985. Questions and discussion followed.
Tammy Britton, representing Talent 2025, testified in support of HB 4980, HB 4981, HB 4982,
HB 4983, HB 4984 and HB 4985.
Undersheriff Dan Pfannes, Wayne County Sheriffs' Office, representing the Michigan Sheriffs'
Association, testified with no position of HB 4980, HB 4981, HB 4982, HB 4983, HB 4984 and
HB 4985.
Wendy Block, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, testified with no position on
HB 4980, HB 4981, HB 4982, HB 4983, HB 4984 and HB 4985.
Hakim Crampton, representing Just Leadership USA, testified with a neutral position on HB
4980, HB 4981, HB 4982, HB 4983, HB 4984 and HB 4985.
Danielle Dillard, representing the Detroit Justice Center, testified in support of HB 4980, HB
4981, HB 4982, HB 4983, HB 4984 and HB 4985. Questions and discussion followed.
Kevin Harris, representing the Nation Outside, testified in support of HB 4980, HB 4981, HB
4982, HB 4983, HB 4984 and HB 4985.
Robin Schneider, representing the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association, testified in support
of HB 4980, HB 4981, HB 4982, HB 4983, HB 4984 and HB 4985.
David Guenthner, representing the Mackinac Center, testified in support of HB 4980, HB 4981,
HB 4983, HB 4984 and HB 4985.
Gabe Blauer, representing himself, testified in support of HB 4980, HB 4981, HB 4982, HB
4983, HB 4984 and HB 4985.
Aaron Suganuma and Tony Gant, both representing the Nation Outside, testified in support of
HB 4980.
Jared Ruffin, representing the West Michigan Olive Tree Inc., testified in support of HB 4980,
HB 4981, HB 4982, HB 4983, HB 4984 and HB 4985.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4980, HB 4981, HB 4982, HB 4983,
HB 4984 and HB 4985, but did not wish to speak:
Kimberly Buddin, representing the American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan.
Robert Wayne VanSumeren, representing Jackson Transitions.
Tony Daunt, representing the Freedom Fund.
Connor Spalding, representing the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association.
Kathy Hagenian, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Graham Filler adjourned the meeting
at 10:25 AM.
Representative Graham Filler, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


location: Room 521, House Office Building

meeting_state: held

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TAX POLICY
REP. LYNN AFENDOULIS
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, October 2, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Tax Policy was called to order by Chair Afendoulis.
At 10:32 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 10:33 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Hall,
O'Malley, Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Robinson.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Whitsett.
The Chair laid HB 4926, HB 4927, HB 4928, HB 4929 and HB 4930 before the committee:
HB 4926
(Rep. Afendoulis)
A bill to amend 2014 PA 86, entitled
"Local community stabilization authority act," by amending
sections 13 and 14 (MCL 123.1353 and 123.1354), as
amended by 2018 PA 247.
HB 4927
(Rep. Vaupel)
A bill to amend 2014 PA 86, entitled "Local
community stabilization authority act," by amending section
17 (MCL 123.1357), as amended by 2018 PA 616.
HB 4928
(Rep. Webber) A bill to amend 2014 PA 86, entitled "Local
community stabilization authority act," by amending section
17 (MCL 123.1357), as amended by 2018 PA 616.
HB 4929
(Rep. Yancey)
A bill to amend 2014 PA 86, entitled "Local
community stabilization authority act," by amending section
16a (MCL 123.1356a), as amended by 2018 PA 247.
HB 4930
(Rep. Whitsett) A bill to amend 2014 PA 86, entitled "Local
community stabilization authority act," by amending section
18 (MCL 123.1358), as amended by 2018 PA 616.
Representative Afendoulis moved to refer House Bill No. 4926 to the committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 10-3-2:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, O'Malley, Schroeder, Yancey,
Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski.
Nays: Reps. Lower, Steven Johnson, Hall.
Pass: None.
Representative Vaupel moved to refer House Bill No. 4927 to the committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Hall, O'Malley,
Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Webber moved to refer House Bill No. 4928 to the committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 12-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, O'Malley, Schroeder, Yancey,
Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Robinson.
Nays: Reps. Steven Johnson, Hall.
Pass: None.
Representative Yancey moved to refer House Bill No. 4929 to the committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 10-4-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Vaupel, Webber, O'Malley, Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison,
Lasinski, Robinson.
Nays: Reps. Lower, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Hall.
Pass: None.
Representative O'Malley moved to refer House Bill No. 4930 to the committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 11-3-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, O'Malley, Schroeder, Yancey,
Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Robinson.
Nays: Reps. Lower, Steven Johnson, Hall.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4165 and HB 4166 before the committee:
HB 4165
(Rep. Elder)
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled
"General sales tax act," by amending section 4a (MCL
205.54a), as amended by 2018 PA 113.
HB 4166
(Rep. Yancey)
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use
tax act," by amending section 4 (MCL 205.94), as amended
by 2018 PA 114.
Representative Wittenberg moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4165. The motion prevailed
13-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, Steven Johnson, O'Malley,
Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Robinson.
Nays: Rep. Hall.
Pass: None.
Representative Wittenberg moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4166. The motion prevailed
13-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, Steven Johnson, O'Malley,
Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Robinson.
Nays: Rep. Hall.
Pass: None.
Representative Elder and Representative Yancey testified in support of HB 4165 and HB 4166.
Tashifa Fayyaz representing Period at Western Michigan University, testified in support of HB
4165 and HB 4166.
Melina Brann representing Women's Center of Greater Lansing, testified in support of HB 4165
and HB 4166.
Gabrielle Gordon representing herself, testified in support of HB 4165 and HB 4166.
Ashley Rapp representing herself, testified in support of HB 4165 and HB 4166.
Emily Tujaka representing Period at Western Michigan State University, testified in support of
HB 4165 and HB 4166.
Mary Pollack representing American Association of University Women, testified in support of
HB 4165 and HB 4166.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4165 and HB 4166, but did not wish to
speak:
Ryan Burtka, representing the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists.
Brandon Betz, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy.
Julie Rowe, representing the American Federation of Teachers Michigan.
Representative Lower moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 18, 2019. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative Yancey moved to excuse Representative Whitsett from the meeting. There being
no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Lynn Afendoulis adjourned the
meeting at 11:13 AM.
Representative Lynn Afendoulis, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS
REP. BRANDT IDEN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, October 2, 2019
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, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Absent/Excused: None.
At 10:38 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 10:42 AM, with all members present, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Representative Warren moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 18, 2019. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4389, HB 4390 and HB 4391 before the committee:
HB 4389
(Rep. Allor)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
"Natural resources and environmental protection act,"(MCL
324.101 to 324.90106) by amending the heading of subpart 1
of part 147 and by adding sections 14701, 14703, 14705, and
14707.
HB 4390
(Rep. Yaroch)
A bill to amend 1966 PA 291, entitled
"Firefighters training council act, "by amending sections 2
and 9 (MCL 29.362 and 29.369), as amended by 2017 PA
144, and by adding section 9c.
HB 4391
(Rep. Yaroch)
A bill to amend 1974 PA 154, entitled
"Michigan occupational safety and health act, "by amending
section 14 (MCL 408.1014), as amended by 2012 PA 415,
and by adding section 14r.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4389. 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-2) to HB 4389. 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 4389 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2).
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-1) to HB 4390. 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 4390 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 11-0-0.
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4391. 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 4391 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2).
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 4389, HB 4390 and HB
4391, but did not wish to speak:
Mike Burke, representing the Michigan State Firemens Association.
Don Bigger, representing the Michigan Fire Service Instructors Association.
Ron Farr, representing the Michigan Fire Inspectors Society.
Mark Docherty, representing the Michigan Professional Firefighters.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4389, HB 4390 and HB 4391, but did
not wish to speak:
Derek Sova, representing the Michigan Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4389, but did not wish to speak:
Travis Boeskool, representing the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy.
Jesse Osmer representing Office of Representative Sue Allor, testified in support of HB 4389 and
HB 4349.
The Chair laid HB 4731 before the committee:
HB 4731
(Rep. Yaroch)
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled
"Michigan memorial highway act, "by amending section 21b
(MCL 250.1021b), as added by 2019 PA 4.
Representative Wentworth moved to report out HB 4731 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 4349 before the committee:
HB 4349
(Rep. Allor)
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled
"Michigan memorial highway act,"(MCL 250.1001 to
250.2081) by adding section 42b.
Representative Kahle moved to report out HB 4349 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 4325 before the committee:
HB 4325
(Rep. Miller)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled
"Public health code, "by amending sections 18101, 18107,
18111, and 18115 (MCL 333.18101, 333.18107, 333.18111,
and 333.18115), sections 18101 and 18111 as added by 1988
PA 421, section 18107 as amended by 1989 PA 262, and
section 18115 as amended by 2006 PA 429, and by adding
sections 18106 and 18116.
Representative Miller and Representative Vaupel testified in support of HB 4325.
Dr. Irene Ametrano and Dr. Sara Sue Schaeffer representing Michigan Mental Health Counselors
Association, testified in support of HB 4325.
Sally Reames representing Community Healing Centers, testified in support of HB 4325.
Daniel J. Hitz representing Himself, testified in support of HB 4325.
Elizabeth Treger representing LPC's, testified in support of HB 4325.
Stephanie Grant, PhD, LPC representing LPC's in Michigan, testified in support of HB 4325.
Karen Smigelski representing LPC's, testified in support of HB 4325.
Shannon Jordan representing Willows Edge, testified in support of HB 4325.
Michael Joy representing Michigan Counseling Association, testified in support of HB 4325.
Amanda Luteran representing LPC, testified in support of HB 4325.
Tara Michener representing Licensed Professional Counselors, testified in support of HB 4325.
Tiffany Ruddy representing LPC, testified in support of HB 4325.
Jason W. Michener representing Michener Association, testified in support of HB 4325.
Dr. Judith Kovach representing Michigan Psychological Association, testified in opposition of
HB 4325.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4325, but due to the time constraints
were unable to speak:
Shearce Presely, Faith Sours Counseling
Kelly Roberson, Licensed Professional Counselors
Carol Berger, Herself
Erin Olford, Herself
Ann Marie Cea, LPC's
LaNeisha J. Murphy, LPC's of Michigan
Sarah Balogh MA, LLPC, LPC's
Mark Sutton, American Legion- Department of Michigan
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4325, but did not wish to speak:
Victoria Evangelista, representing the LLPC's-LPC's.
Amber Somerville, representing the Michigan Clients.
Scott, representing the LPC's.
Daniel Rosenblum, representing the LPC.
Dawn Streeter, representing the Michigan Clients.
John McNamara, representing the McLaren Healthcare.
Josh Robertson, representing the Children Advocacy Centers.
Annette Downey, CEO, representing the Oakland Community Health Network.
Gabe Schneider, representing the Munson Healthcare.
Paige Fults, representing the Michigan Health and Hospice Association.
Deborah J. Smith, PhD, LPC, representing the Wellness, Inx.
Christina Polk, representing the New Oakland Family Centers- Clinical Director.
Jaime Clayton, representing the Oakland Family Services.
Marnie Leavitt, representing the The Women's Center.
Stephanie Wright, representing the The Wright Counseling.
Thomas Shannon, representing the Mott Community College-Counseling Department.
Veronica Visgor, representing the All Things Possible Wellness Center.
Tonya Ratliff, representing the Trinity Family Counseling Center.
Anne Gupton, representing the Mott Community College-Counseling Department.
Dr. Janet Glass, representing the Spring Arbor University Counseling Program.
Dr. Nancy Calleja, representing the University of Detroit-mercy Counseling Program.
Dr. Gloria Lee, representing the Michigan State University Counseling Program.
Todd Leibert, PhD LPC, NCC, representing the Oakland University Counseling Program.
Dr. Stephen Craig, representing the Western Michigan University Counseling Program.
Dr. Scott Branson, representing the Wayne State University Counseling Program.
Meshia Schultz, MA, LPC, NCC, representing the Small Business Owner.
Jill Martin, representing the LPC.
Jessica Mayer, representing the LPC.
Renee Edmondson, representing the Community Health Alliance of Michigan.
David Newman, representing the Michigan Primary Care Association.
Sean McBrearty, representing the Clean Water Action.
Jean Doss, representing the Michigan School Counselor Association.
Sara Lurie, representing the CMHA-CEI.
David Belardemo, representing the Spectrum Health System.
Adam Nash, representing the LPC's.
Bridget Nash, representing the LPC's.
Rebecca Fitton, representing the Herself.
Anthony Benedict, representing the Himself.
Lisa Crane, representing the Licensed Professional Counselor's.
Alan Bolter, representing the CMH Association of Michigan.
Justin Fisher, representing the Michigan Psychiatric Soceity.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the meeting at
11:58 AM.
Representative Brandt Iden, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND MUNICIPAL FINANCE
REP. JAMES LOWER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
The House Standing Committee on Local Government and Municipal Finance was called to
order by Chair Lower.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Lower, Crawford, Calley, Howell, Eisen, Meerman, Paquette, Ellison,
Sowerby, Hope, Kuppa.
Absent/Excused: Reps. Marino, Garza.
Representative Crawford moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 18, 2019. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative Meerman moved to excuse Representatives Marino and Garza from the meeting.
There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4851 before the committee:
HB 4851
(Rep. Hoitenga) A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The
general property tax act," by amending sections 7b and 53b
(MCL 211.7b and 211.53b), section 7b as amended by 2013
PA 161 and section 53b as amended by 2017 PA 261.
Representative Hoitinga and Joe Porterfield, Representative Hoitenga's constituent and a local
tax assessor, testified in support of HB 4851. Questions and discussion followed.
Chris Hackbarth, representing the Michigan Municipal League, and Tom Frazier, representing
the Michigan Township Association, both testified in opposition to HB 4851.
The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4851, but did not wish to speak:
Deena Bosworth, representing the Michigan Association of Counties.
The following person submitted a card with no position on HB 4851, but did not wish to speak:
Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. James Lower adjourned the meeting
at 12:17 PM.
Representative James Lower, Chair
Angie Lake
Committee Clerk
alake@house.mi.gov


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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
October 2, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Families, Seniors and Veterans was scheduled for Wednesday,
October 2, 2019, at 3:00 p.m., in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SB 539 (Bizon) with recommendation and immediate effect.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. He instructed the clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Bizon, Sen.(s) Barrett, Runestad, Johnson, Zorn, Bullock, and
Alexander, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to adopt the meeting minutes from September 11, 2019.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 539:
Stacie Bladen, MDHHS – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bullock to report SB 539 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Bizon, Sen.(s) Barrett, Runestad, Johnson, Zorn, Bullock, Alexander.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 539. Without objection, immediate effect
was recommended.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:14 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: October 23, 2019
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON COMMERCE AND TOURISM
REP. STEVE MARINO
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, October 3, 2019
9:00 a.m.
Room 327, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Commerce and Tourism was called to order by the Chair.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Marino, Wendzel, Reilly, Meerman, Schroeder, Wakeman, Cambensy,
Camilleri, Hope, Manoogian, Robinson.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Schroeder moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 12, 2019. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4717 before the committee:
HB 4717
(Rep. Johnson) A bill to provide for the labeling of certain
portable fuel containers as made in Michigan; and to make
findings that, under certain circumstances, portable fuel
containers have not entered or substantially affected
interstate commerce.
Representative Meerman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4717. The motion prevailed 11-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Marino, Wendzel, Reilly, Meerman, Schroeder, Wakeman, Cambensy, Camilleri,
Hope, Manoogian, Robinson.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following individuals submitted a testimony card in opposition to the bill, but did not wish
to speak:
Sarah Howes, Legislative Liaison in the Office of Legislative Affairs, and James Clift,
Deputy Director, in the Michigan Department of Environment, Great lakes, and Energy, and
Nick Occhipinti, Government Affairs Director for the Michigan League of Conservation
Voters.
Representative Meerman moved to refer House Bill No. 4717 to the committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-5-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Marino, Wendzel, Reilly, Meerman, Schroeder, Wakeman.
Nays: Reps. Cambensy, Camilleri, Hope, Manoogian, Robinson.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4792 before the committee:
HB 4792
(Rep. LaFave)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
“Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by
amending section 21106 (MCL 324.21106).
Danielle Branz, Legislative Assistant to Representative Beau LaFave, the bill sponsor, explained
the (H-1) substitute to the members of the committee. Questions followed.
Representative Meerman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4792. The motion prevailed 11-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Marino, Wendzel, Reilly, Meerman, Schroeder, Wakeman, Cambensy, Camilleri,
Hope, Manoogian, Robinson.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following individuals submitted a testimony card in opposition to the bill, but did not wish
to speak:
Nick Occhipinti, Government Affairs Director for the Michigan League of Conservation
Voters, and
Matt Miner, lobbyist for Capitol Strategies Group, representing Michigan Midwest
Independent Retailers Association.
Representative Wakeman moved to refer House Bill No. 4792 to the committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-3-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Marino, Wendzel, Reilly, Meerman, Schroeder, Wakeman, Cambensy, Robinson.
Nays: Reps. Camilleri, Hope, Manoogian.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4816 before the committee:
HB 4816
(Rep. Iden)
A bill relating to the promotion of regional
convention business and tourism in this state and certain
regions of this state; to provide for tourism and convention
marketing and promotion programs in certain areas; to
provide for imposition and collection of assessments on the
owners of transient facilities to support tourism and
convention marketing and promotion programs; to provide
for the disbursement of the assessments; to establish the
oversight functions and duties of certain state departments,
state agencies, and state employees; and to prescribe
penalties and remedies.
Representative Brandt Iden, the bill sponsor, explained his bill. Questions followed.
Representative Manoogian offered the following amendment to HB 4816:
1. Amend page 2, line 18, after "areas," by inserting "recreational facilities, sporting
venues,".
Representative Manoogian explained and withdrew her amendment.
The following individuals submitted a testimony card in support of the bill, but did not wish to
speak:
Scott Keith, President and Chief Executive Officer for the Lansing Entertainment and
Public Facilitates Authority, and
Ron Kitchens, Chief Executive Officer for South west Michigan First.
Representative Wakeman moved to refer House Bill No. 4816 to the committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 6-3-2:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Marino, Wendzel, Wakeman, Hope, Manoogian, Robinson.
Nays: Reps. Reilly, Meerman, Schroeder.
Pass: Reps. Cambensy, Camilleri.
There being no further business before the committee, Representative Merrman moved to
adjourn the Committee. The Chair adjourned the meeting at 9:32 a.m.
Representative Steve Marino, Chair
Joy Brewer
Committee Clerk
joybrewer@house.mi.gov


location: Room 519, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY
REP. HANK VAUPEL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, October 3, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Health Policy was called to order by Chair Vaupel.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Frederick moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 19, 2019. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4862 before the committee:
HB 4862
(Rep. Wozniak) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled
“Public health code,” by amending section 20981 (MCL
333.20981), as added by 2016 PA 40.
Representative Wozniak testified in support of HB 4862.
Amy Morrison-Maybee, representing Bronson Healthcare Group, testified in support of HB
4862.
Kim Bar, representing Bronson Healthcare Group, testified in support of HB 4862.
Tyler Gibb, representing Western Michigan University School of Medicine, testified in support
of HB 4862.
Tim Greimel, representing American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees -
Council 25, testified in support of HB 4862.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4862, but did not wish to speak:
Emily Schwarzkopf, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
Sam Champagne, representing the Henry Ford Health System.
Sean Soreson-Abbott, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association.
Stephanie Glidden, representing the United Steelworkers - District 2.
Stephanie Glidden, representing the Michigan AFL-CIO.
Dawn Kettinger, representing the Michigan Nurses Association.
Nanette Homan, representing the SEIU Healthcare Michigan.
At 10:57 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 10:59 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair laid HB 4516 before the committee:
HB 4516
(Rep. LaFave)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 220, entitled
“Persons with disabilities civil rights act,"(MCL 37.1101 to
37.1607) by adding section 102a.
Representative Liberati offered the following amendment to HB 4516:
1. Amend page 2, line 3, after "(c)" by striking out the balance of the line through "access."
on line 4 and inserting "Provide substantially equivalent or greater accessibility and
usability as the international symbol of access.".
Representative Liberati spoke to the amendment
Representative Liberati moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4516. The motion prevailed 19-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Liberati moved to refer House Bill No. 4516 to the committee on Ways and
Means, as amended, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 19-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford, Afendoulis,
Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar, Pohutsky, Stone,
Witwer.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4517 before the committee:
HB 4517
(Rep. VanWoerkom)
A bill to amend 1956 PA 62, entitled
“An act to authorize the director of the department of state
police to promulgate a uniform traffic code; to authorize a
city, township, or village to adopt the uniform traffic code by
reference without publication in full; and to prescribe
criminal penalties and civil sanctions for violation of the
code,” by amending section 1 (MCL 257.951), as amended
by 2006 PA 297.
Representative Frederick moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4517. The motion prevailed 19-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Frederick moved to refer House Bill No. 4517 to the committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 19-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Dan Levy and Lee Gonzales representing Michigan Department of Civil Rights, testified in
support of HB 4516 and HB 4517.
Heather Nicholoft representing Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners, testified in support of
HB 4516 and HB 4517.
Kevin McKinney representing Michigan Brain Injury Association, testified in support of HB
4516 and HB 4517.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Hank Vaupel adjourned the meeting
at 11:10 AM.
Representative Hank Vaupel, Chair
Sondra Gordon
Committee Clerk
sgordon@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY REFORM
REP. MICHAEL WEBBER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, October 3, 2019
8:15 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Regulatory Reform was called to order by 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 Crawford moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 17, 2019. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SB 0320 before the committee:
SB 0320
(Sen. MacGregor)
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled
“Michigan liquor control code of 1998,"by amending
sections 207, 501, 536, 701, 703, 801, 803, 903, 1025, and
1027 (MCL 436.1207, 436.1501, 436.1536, 436.1701,
436.1703, 436.1801, 436.1803, 436.1903, 436.2025, and
436.2027), section 501 as amended by 2012 PA 82, section
536 as added by 2018 PA 408, section 701 as amended by
2010 PA 266, section 703 as amended by 2017 PA 89,
section 801 as amended by 2008 PA 11, section 803 as
amended by 2016 PA 105, section 903 as amended by 2010
PA 175, section 1025 as amended by 2017 PA 88, and section
1027 as amended by 2011 PA 219.
Representative MacGregor testified in support of SB 0320.
Scott Graham, representing Michigan Brewers Guild, testified in support of SB 0320.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 0320, but did not wish to speak:
Kerry Krone and David Marvin, representing the Michigan Liquor Control Commission.
Dalton Defendis, representing the Surety and Fidelity Association of America.
The Chair laid HB 4912 before the committee:
HB 4912
(Rep. Hauck)
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled
“Michigan liquor control code of 1998,"by amending section
513 (MCL 436.1513), as amended by 2018 PA 479.
Representative Hauk testified in support of HB 4912.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4912, but did not wish to
speak:
Kerry Krone and David Marvin, representing the Michigan Liquor Control Commission.
Scott Ellis, representing the Michigan Licensed Beverage Association.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4912, but did not wish to speak:
Toby Roth, representing the Central Michigan University.
At 8:20 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 8:29 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair laid HB 4959, HB 4960 and HB 4961 before the committee:
HB 4959
(Rep. Hauck)
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled
“Michigan liquor control code of 1998,"by amending section
601 (MCL 436.1601).
HB 4960
(Rep. Warren)
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled
“Michigan liquor control code of 1998,"by amending section
107 (MCL 436.1107), as amended by 2001 PA 223.
HB 4961
(Rep. Griffin)
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled
“Michigan liquor control code of 1998,"(MCL 436.1101 to
436.2303) by adding section 608.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4959, HB 4960, and HB
4961, but did not wish to speak:
Kerry Krome and David Marvin, representing the Michigan Liquor Control Commission.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4959, HB 4960, and HB 4961, but did
not wish to speak:
Andrew Martin, representing the Meijer.
Brett Visner, representing the Michigan Beer and Wine Wholesalers Association.
Representative Crawford moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4959. 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 Crawford moved to refer House Bill No. 4959 to the committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall,
Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Scott Graham, representing Michigan Brewers Guild, testified in support of HB 4960 and HB
4961.
Shelly Stahl, representing Wine Institute, testified in opposition to HB 4960 and HB 4961.
Shelly Stahl, representing Anheuser-Bush, testified in opposition to HB 4960 and HB 4961.
Representative Chirkun moved to refer House Bill No. 4960 to the committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 14-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun,
Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson.
Nays: Rep. Farrington.
Pass: None.
Representative Filler moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4961. 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 Berman spoke to the proposed amendment.
Representative Berman offered the following amendment to HB 4961 (H-2):
1.
Amend page 4, line 1, after "wholesaler" by striking out "may" and inserting "must".
Representative Berman moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4961 (H-2). 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 Filler moved to refer House Bill No. 4961 to the committee on Ways and Means,
as amended, as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 13-1-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Webber, Crawford, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati,
Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson.
Nays: Rep. Farrington.
Pass: Rep. Berman.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Michael Webber adjourned the
meeting at 8:50 AM.
Representative Michael Webber, Chair
Sondra Gordon
Committee Clerk
sgordon@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS
REP. BRANDT IDEN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, October 3,
2019
10:30
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Standing Committee on Ways and Means was called to order by Chair Iden.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd, Neeley, Hertel.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Leutheuser.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 2, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4540, HB 4541, HB 4542 and HB 4543 before the committee:
HB 4540
(Rep. Afendoulis)
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167,
entitled "General sales tax act,"(MCL 205.51 to 205.78) by
adding section 2d.
HB 4541
(Rep. Tate)
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use
tax act,"(MCL 205.91 to 205.111) by adding section 5c.
HB 4542
(Rep. Webber) A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled
"General sales tax act,"(MCL 205.51 to 205.78) by adding
section 2c.
HB 4543
(Rep. Yancey)
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use
tax act,"(MCL 205.91 to 205.111) by adding section 5b.
Representative Afendoulis, Representative Tate, Representative Webber, and Doug Wildey
testified in support of HB 4540, HB 4541, HB 4542 and HB 4543.
Amy Drumm representing Michigan Retailers Association, testified in support of HB 4540, HB
4541, HB 4542 and HB 4543.
Rachel Richards and Dave Matelski representing Michigan Department of Treasury, testified in
support of HB 4540, HB 4541, HB 4542 and HB 4543.
Dan Papineau representing Michigan Chamber of Commerce, testified in support of HB 4540,
HB 4541, HB 4542 and HB 4543.
Matt Groen representing Michigan Cable Telecommunications Association, testified in support
of HB 4540, HB 4541, HB 4542 and HB 4543.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4540, HB 4541, HB 4542 and HB 4543,
but did not wish to speak:
Chris Horak, representing the Comcast.
Steve Japinga, representing the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce.
Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards.
Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals.
Jerry Johnson, representing the Barry, Branch, Calhoun, Jackson, Lenawee, and Monroe
Intermediate School District's.
Ray Telman, representing the Middle Cities Education Association.
Peter Spadafore, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents and
Administrators.
Meghann Keit, representing the Michigan Association of Counties.
Erik Hingst, representing the Walmart.
Andrew Moylan representing National Taxpayers Union, testified in opposition to HB 4542 and
HB 4543.
David Guenthner representing Mackinac Center, testified in opposition to HB 4542 and HB
4543.
Beth Sosidka and Mark Ortlieb representing AT&T, testified in support of HB 4541.
Melia Carter representing Verizon, testified in support of HB 4541.
Nancy Riedel representing Verizon, testified in support of HB 4541.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4541, but did not wish to speak:
Andy Johnston, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber.
Representative Lilly moved to excuse Representative Leutheuser from the meeting. There being
no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the meeting at
11:32 AM.
Representative Brandt Iden, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


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MEMBERS:
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL, 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 BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7670
FAX: (517) 373-5958
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
October 3, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety was scheduled for Thursday, October 3,
2019, at 8:30 a.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 276 (S-1) (Sen. Barrett).
2. Testimony regarding SB 277 (S-1) (Sen. Chang).
3. Reported SB 70 (S-1) (Sen. Johnson) with recommendation and immediate effect.
4. Reported SB 71 (S-1) (Sen. Barrett) with recommendation and immediate effect.
5. Reported SB 72 (Sen. Johnson) with recommendation and immediate effect.
6. Reported SB 73 (S-1) (Sen. Chang) with recommendation and immediate effect.
7. Reported SB 74 (Sen. Geiss) with recommendation and immediate effect.
8. Reported SB 75 (S-1) (Sen. Theis) with recommendation and immediate effect.
9. Reported SB 76 (Sen. LaSata) with recommendation and immediate effect.
10. Reported SB 114 (S-2) (Sen. Lucido) with recommendation and immediate effect.
11. Reported SB 341 (S-1) (Sen. Lucido) with recommendation and immediate effect.
12. Reported SB 342 (S-1) (Sen. Lucido) with recommendation and immediate effect.
13. Reported SJR G (Sen. Runestad) with recommendation and immediate effect.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 8:33 a.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: 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 September 12, 2019.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman brought up SB 276 (S-1) and the (S-1) version of SB 277.
The Chairman moved to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 277. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chairman invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB's 276-277:
Captain Beth Clark, Michigan State Police – Oppose
Jeff Nye, Michigan State Police – Oppose
Robert Koteles, Oakland County Sheriff's Office – Oppose SB 276
Jonathan Sacks, State Appellate Offender Office - Support
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB's 276-277:
Brandon Lanyon, Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan – Oppose
Megan Richardson, University of Michigan Innocence Clinic – Support
Blaine Koops, Michigan Sheriff's Association – Oppose
Stephanie Johnson, Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police – Oppose
The Chairman brought up SB's 70-76. The Chairman offered and summarized an (S-1) version of SB 71, SB 73
and SB 75.
Sen. Johnson offered, and summarized, an (S-1) version of SB 70.
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB's 70-76:
Stephanie Johnson, Family Law Section of Michigan State Bar – Support SB 70
Jean Doss, Michigan Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence – Support
Kathy Hagenian, Michigan Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence – Support
Jane O'Shea, Junior League of Birmingham / State Public Affairs of the Junior Leagues - Support
Lindsay Dunlop, Citizen – Support
Rebecca Shiemke, Michigan Poverty Law Program - Support
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 70. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to report SB 70 (S-1) 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 recommend immediate effect for SB 70 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 71. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to report SB 71 (S-1) 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 recommend immediate effect for SB 71 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to report SB 72 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 recommend immediate effect for SB 72. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 73. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to report SB 73 (S-1) 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 recommend immediate effect for SB 73 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to report SB 74 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 recommend immediate effect for SB 74. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 75. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report SB 75 (S-1) 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 recommend immediate effect for SB 75 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to report SB 76 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 recommend immediate effect for SB 76. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chairman offered an (S-2) version of SB 114 and summarized the (S-2).
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 114:
Kathy Hagenian, Michigan Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence – Oppose
Brandon Lanyon, Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan – Oppose
Megan Noland, Oakland County Sheriff's Office – Oppose
Sgt. Nicole McGhee, Michigan State Police – Oppose
Blain Koops, Michigan Sheriff's Association – Oppose
Stephanie Johnson, Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police – Oppose
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to adopt the (S-2) version of SB 114. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-2) was adopted.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to report SB 114 (S-2) to the floor with recommendation
that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) Barrett, Chang and Irwin
Nays: Sen. (s) VanderWall and Runestad
Pass: Sen. Johnson
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chairman moved recommend immediate effect for SB 114 (S-2). Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chairman offered an (S-1) version of SB 341, and an (S-1) version of SB 342 summarized both bills and
substitutes.
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB's 341-342:
Blaine Koops, Michigan Sheriff's Association – Oppose
Megan Noland, Oakland County Sheriff's Office – Oppose
Brandon Lanyon, Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan – Oppose
David Guenthner, Mackinac Center - Support
Sgt. Nicole McGhee, Michigan State Police – Neutral SB 342
The Chairman moved to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 341. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to report SB 341 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation
that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin
Nays: Sen. VanderWall
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chairman moved recommend immediate effect for SB 341 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 342. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, and Irwin
Nays: Sen. VanderWall
Pass: Sen. Chang
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to report SB 342 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation
that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin
Nays: Sen. VanderWall
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chairman moved recommend immediate effect for SB 342 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chairman invited Sen. Runestad to summarize SJR G.
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SJR G:
Stephanie Johnson, Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police – Oppose
David Worthams, Michigan Bankers Association – Support
Merissa Kovach, American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan – Support
Blaine Koops, Michigan Sheriff's Association – Oppose
David Guenthner, Mackinac Center – Support
Daniel Woislaw, Pacific Legal Foundation – Support
Michael Maharrey, Tenth Amendment Center - Support
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Runestad to report SJR G to the floor with the recommendation that
it be adopted. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the resolution was reported.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairman moved to adjourn the meeting. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:43 a.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 10.10.2019


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MEMBERS:
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. PETER MACGREGOR
SEN. LANA THEIS
SEN. DAN LAUWERS
SEN. WAYNE A. 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 OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1760
FAX: (517) 373-3487
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
October 3, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Economic and Small Business Development was scheduled for
Thursday, October 3, 2019, at 12:00 noon, in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 432 (Sen. Horn).
2. Reported SR 73 (S-1) (Sen. Victory) with recommendation.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:01 p.m. He instructed the clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, MacGregor, Theis, Lauwers, Schmidt,
McMorrow, Geiss, and Moss, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the meeting minutes from September 12, 2019.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 432:
Dave Greco and Mark Morante, MEDC – Support
Ernest Essaud, Michigan Research Institute – Support
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SR 73:
Delaney McKinley, Michigan Manufacturers Association – Support
Dex Battista, Magna International – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SR 73:
Brad Williams, Detroit Regional Chamber – Support
Rebecca Park, Michigan Farm Bureau – Support
Jason Puscas, MICHauto – Support
John Dulmes, Michigan Chemistry Council – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the (S-1) version of SR 73. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, MacGregor, Theis, Lauwers, Schmidt, McMorrow, Geiss, Moss.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
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The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Schmidt to report the (S-1) version of SR 73 to the floor with
recommendation that it be adopted. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, MacGregor, Theis, Lauwers, Schmidt.
Nays: None
Pass: Sen.(s) McMorrow, Geiss, Moss.
The motion prevailed and the resolution was reported.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:27 p.m.
Dated Adopted by Committee: October 10, 2019
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MEMBERS:
SEN. JOHN BIZON, M.D., MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. RUTH A. JOHNSON
SEN. KIMBERLY A. LASATA
SEN. MICHAEL D. MACDONALD
SEN. LANA THEIS
SEN. WINNIE BRINKS, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. CURTIS HERTEL, JR.
SEN. SYLVIA SANTANA
SEN. PAUL WOJNO
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY AND
HUMAN SERVICES
SENATOR CURTIS S. VANDERWALL
CHAIR
4500 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1725
FAX: (517) 373-0741
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
October 3, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Health Policy and Human Services was scheduled for Thursday, October
3, 2019, at 1:00 p.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 170 (Sen. McBroom).
2. Reported HB 4412 (S-1) (Rep. Kahle) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Testimony regarding HB 4223 (Rep. VanSingel).
4. Reported SR 80 (Sen. Santana) with recommendation.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis,
Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to adopt the meeting minutes from September 12, 2019. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited Sen. McBroom to summarize SB 170.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 170:
Christine Shearer, Michigan Association of Health Plans – Support
Larry Wagenknecht, Michigan Pharmacists Association – Support
The Chair offered, and summarized, an (S-1) version to HB 4412.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4412:
Larry Wagenknecht, Michigan Pharmacists Association – Support
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Christine Shearer, Michigan Association of Health Plans – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 4412. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana,
and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Brinks to report the (S-1) version of HB 4412 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana,
and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4412 (S-1). Without objection, immediate
effect was recommended.
The Chair invited Sen. Santana to summarize SR 80.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SR 80:
Dr. Wanda Whitten-Shurney, Sickle Cell Disease Association of America - Michigan Chapter – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SR 80:
John Johnson, Jr., Michigan Legislative Black Caucus – Support
Heidi Wagner, Global Blood Therapeutics, Inc. – Support
The Chair invited Rob Winkelman, of Rep. VanSingel's office, to summarize HB 4223.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4223:
Rick Lantz, Delta Dental – Support
Meghan Swain, Michigan Association for Local Public Health – Support
David Newman, Michigan Primary Care Association – Support
Dr. Elizabeth Ralstrom and Josh Kluzak, Michigan Dental Association – Support
Kim Crabtree, Smiles on Wheels and the Michigan Dental Hygienists Association – Support
Lisa Taylor, Smiles on Wheels – Support
Kim Singh, My Community Dental Centers – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4223:
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Renee Edmondson, School-Community Health Alliance of Michigan – Support
Amber Bellazaire, Michigan League for Public Policy – Support
Emily Schwarzkopf, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services – Oppose
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana, supported by Sen. LaSata, to report SR 80 to the floor with
recommendation that it be adopted. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana,
and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the resolution was reported.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:17 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: October 10, 2019
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MEMBERS:
SEN. RUTH JOHNSON, VICE CHAIR
SEN. KEVIN DALEY
SEN. BETTY JEAN ALEXANDER, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JEREMY MOSS
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT
SENATOR DALE ZORN
CHAIR
5100 BINSFELD BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-3543
FAX: (517) 373-0927
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
October 3, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Local Government was scheduled for Thursday, October 3, 2019, at 1:30
p.m., in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 504 (Sen. McBroom).
2. Testimony regarding SB 505 (Sen. McBroom).
3. Testimony regarding HB 4209 (Rep. Slagh).
4. Testimony regarding HB 4408 (S-1) (Rep. Miller).
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 1:31 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chairman Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, Alexander, and Moss; a quorum was
present.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Alexander to adopt the meeting minutes from June 6, 2019. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman invited Sen. McBroom to summarize SB's 504-505.
The Chairman invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB's 504-505:
Jim Storey, Allegan County, Michigan – Support
Meghann Keit, Michigan Association of Counties – Support
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB's 504-505:
Andrew Vermeesch, Michigan Farm Bureau – Support
The Chairman invited Rep. Slagh to summarize HB 4209.
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4209:
Rachel Richards, Michigan Department of Treasury – Support
Judy Allen, Michigan Townships Association – Support
Chris Hackbarth, Michigan Municipal League – Support
The Chairman offered (S-1) to HB 4408 and invited Rep. Miller to summarize the (S-1) version of HB 4408.
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The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 4408. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chairman Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, Alexander, and Moss.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4408:
Rachel Richards, Michigan Department of Treasury – Neutral
Jen Rigterink, Michigan Municipal League – Support
Judy Allen, Michigan Townships Association - Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairman moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:38 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 10.10.2019
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION
REP. PAMELA HORNBERGER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Education was called to order by Chair Hornberger.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Crawford, Vaupel, Reilly, Hall, Markkanen, O'Malley,
Wakeman, Camilleri, Sowerby, Tyrone Carter, Koleszar, Stone.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Brenda Carter.
Representative Paquette moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 24, 2019. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4184 before the committee:
HB 4184
(Rep. Farrington)
A bill to amend 1966 PA 331,
entitled "Community college act of 1966,"by amending
section 166 (MCL 389.166), as added by 2008 PA 359.
Representative Wakeman moved to refer House Bill No. 4184 to the committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 8-6-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Crawford, Vaupel, Hall, Markkanen, O'Malley, Wakeman.
Nays: Reps. Reilly, Camilleri, Sowerby, Tyrone Carter, Koleszar, Stone.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4184, but did not wish to speak:
Jim Cavanaugh, representing Jackson College.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4184, but did not wish to speak:
Bethany Wicksall, representing the Michigan State Budget Office.
The Chair laid HB 4675 before the committee:
HB 4675
(Rep. Afendoulis)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451,
entitled "The revised school code," by amending sections
1311d and 1311g (MCL 380.1311d and 380.1311g), section
1311d as added by 1999 PA 23 and section 1311g as
amended by 2018 PA 42.
Substitute (H-2) to HB 4675 was previously adopted on September 10th, 2019.
Representative O'Malley moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4675. The motion prevailed 14-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Crawford, Vaupel, Reilly, Hall, Markkanen, O'Malley,
Wakeman, Camilleri, Sowerby, Tyrone Carter, Koleszar, Stone.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Caroline Liethen, representing Michigan Department of Education, testified in opposition to HB
4675.
John Andrejack, representing Michigan Department of Education Finance Manager of the
Program Finance Unit, testified in opposition to HB 4675.
Rebecca McIntyre, representing Michigan Department of Education, Supervisor of Program
Accountability, testified in opposition to HB 4675. Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Hall moved to refer House Bill No. 4675 to the committee on Ways and Means,
with recommendation as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 9-5-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Crawford, Vaupel, Reilly, Hall, Markkanen, O'Malley,
Wakeman.
Nays: Reps. Camilleri, Sowerby, Tyrone Carter, Koleszar, Stone.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4546 and HB 4547 before the committee:
HB 4546
(Rep. Kahle)
A bill to amend 2000 PA 258, entitled
"Career and technical preparation act," by amending sections
3 and 4 (MCL 388.1903 and 388.1904), section 3 as
amended by 2012 PA 132 and section 4 as amended by 2012
PA 133.
HB 4547
(Rep. Frederick)
A bill to amend 1996 PA 160,
entitled "Postsecondary enrollment options act," by
amending sections 3 and 4 (MCL 388.513 and 388.514),
section 3 as amended by 2018 PA 11 and section 4 as
amended by 2012 PA 134.
Substitute (H-1) to HB 4546 was previously adopted September 24th, 2019.
Substitute (H-1) to HB 4547 was previously adopted September 24th, 2019.
Representative Paquette moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4546. The motion prevailed 14-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Crawford, Vaupel, Reilly, Hall, Markkanen, O'Malley,
Wakeman, Camilleri, Sowerby, Tyrone Carter, Koleszar, Stone.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wakeman moved to refer House Bill No. 4546 to the committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Crawford, Vaupel, Reilly, Hall, Markkanen, O'Malley,
Wakeman, Camilleri, Sowerby, Tyrone Carter, Koleszar, Stone.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative O'Malley moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4547. The motion prevailed 14-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Crawford, Vaupel, Reilly, Hall, Markkanen, O'Malley,
Wakeman, Camilleri, Sowerby, Tyrone Carter, Koleszar, Stone.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hall moved to refer House Bill No. 4547 to the committee on Ways and Means,
with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Crawford, Vaupel, Reilly, Hall, Markkanen, O'Malley,
Wakeman, Camilleri, Sowerby, Tyrone Carter, Koleszar, Stone.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4546 and HB 4547, but did not wish to
speak:
Jerry Johnson, representing the Barry, Branch, Calhoun, Jackson, Lenawee, and Monroe
Intermediate School Districts.
The Chair laid HB 4739 before the committee:
HB 4739
(Rep. Berman) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The
revised school code,"(MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding
section 1263a.
Representative Berman and Tabitha Kerr testified in support of HB 4739. Questions and
discussion followed.
Emily Schwarzkopf, representing Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, testified
in opposition to HB 4739. Questions and discussion followed.
Peter Spadafore, representing Michigan Association of Superintendents, testified in opposition to
HB 4739. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4739, but did not wish to speak:
State Representative Alex Garza.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4739, but did not wish to speak:
Caroline Liethen, representing the Michigan Department of Human Services.
The Chair laid HB 4826 before the committee:
HB 4826
(Rep. Brann)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The
revised school code," by amending section 1278 (MCL
380.1278), as amended by 2016 PA 170, and by adding
section 1166b.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4826, but did not wish to speak:
Alexa Kramer representing Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce
Representative Brann and Peg Kramer testified in support of HB 4826.
Representative Camilleri moved to excuse Representative Brenda Carter from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Pamela Hornberger adjourned the
meeting at 10:24 AM.
Representative Pamela Hornberger, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
REP. GRAHAM FILLER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Judiciary was called to order by Chair Filler.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman,
Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative LaFave moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 2, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4980, HB 4981, HB 4982, HB 4983, HB 4984, and HB 4985 before the
committee:
HB 4980
(Rep. Leutheuser)
A bill to amend 1965 PA 213,
entitled "An act to provide for setting aside the conviction in
certain criminal cases; to provide for the effect of such
action; to provide for the retention of certain nonpublic
records and their use; to prescribe the powers and duties of
certain public agencies and officers; and to prescribe
penalties," by amending sections 1 and 4 (MCL 780.621 and
780.624), section 1 as amended by 2016 PA 336 and section
4 as amended by 2014 PA 335, and by adding section 1b.
HB 4981
(Rep. Wendzel) A bill to amend 1965 PA 213, entitled "An
act to provide for setting aside the conviction in certain
criminal cases; to provide for the effect of such action; to
provide for the retention of certain nonpublic records and
their use; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain public
agencies and officers; and to prescribe penalties," by
amending section 1 (MCL 780.621), as amended by 2016 PA
336.
HB 4982
(Rep. Meerman)
A bill to amend 1965 PA 213,
entitled "An act to provide for setting aside the conviction in
certain criminal cases; to provide for the effect of such
action; to provide for the retention of certain nonpublic
records and their use; to prescribe the powers and duties of
certain public agencies and officers; and to prescribe
penalties," by amending section 1 (MCL 780.621), as
amended by 2016 PA 336.
HB 4983
(Rep. Rabhi)
A bill to amend 1965 PA 213, entitled "An
act to provide for setting aside the conviction in certain
criminal cases; to provide for the effect of such action; to
provide for the retention of certain nonpublic records and
their use; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain public
agencies and officers; and to prescribe penalties," by
amending section 1 (MCL 780.621), as amended by 2016 PA
336.
HB 4984
(Rep. LaGrand) A bill to amend 1965 PA 213, entitled "An
act to provide for setting aside the conviction in certain
criminal cases; to provide for the effect of such action; to
provide for the retention of certain nonpublic records and
their use; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain public
agencies and officers; and to prescribe penalties," by
amending section 1 (MCL 780.621), as amended by 2016 PA
336.
HB 4985
(Rep. Gay-Dagnogo)
A bill to amend 1965 PA 213,
entitled "An act to provide for setting aside the conviction in
certain criminal cases; to provide for the effect of such
action; to provide for the retention of certain nonpublic
records and their use; to prescribe the powers and duties of
certain public agencies and officers; and to prescribe
penalties," by amending section 1 (MCL 780.621), as
amended by 2016 PA 336.
Attorney General Dana Nessel, representing Michigan Department of Attorney General, testified
in support of HB 4980, HB 4981, HB 4982, HB 4983, HB 4984, and HB 4985.
The Chair laid SB 257 before the committee:
SB 257
(Sen. Chang)
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled" The
code of criminal procedure," by amending section 4a of
chapter IX (MCL 769.4a), as amended by 2013 PA 222.
Senator Chang and Megan Noland, representing the Oakland County Sheriff's Office, testified
together in support of SB 257.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 257, but did not wish to speak:
Kathy Hagenian, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence.
Brandon Lanyon, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan.
Angie Povilaitis, representing the Michigan Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention and
Treatment Board.
Representative Berman moved to report out SB 257 with recommendation. The motion prevailed
13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Chairman Filler returned to HB 4980, HB 4981, HB 4982, HB 4983, HB 4984 and HB 4985.
Bill Vailliencourt, President, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan,
testified in support of HB 4981, HB 4982, HB 4983, HB 4984 and HB 4985. Questions and
discussion followed.
Kathy Hagenian, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence,
testified with no position on HB 4980, HB 4981, HB 4982, HB 4983, HB 4984 and HB 4985.
John S. Cooper, representing Safe and Just Michigan, testified in support of HB 4980, HB 4981,
HB 4982, HB 4983, HB 4984 and HB 4985.
Margeaux Bruner, representing the Perpetual Harvest Sustainable Solutions, testified in support
of HB 4980, HB 4981, HB 4982, HB 4983, HB 4984 and HB 4985.
Frank Rodriquez, representing himself, testified in support of HB 4980, HB 4981, HB 4982, HB
4983, HB 4984 and HB 4985.
Jerry M. Kerr, representing the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Flint, testified in support
of HB 4980, HB 4981, HB 4982, HB 4983, HB 4984 and HB 4985.
Rodney McLaurin, representing Michigan Faith Action, testified in support of HB 4980, HB
4981, HB 4982, HB 4983, HB 4984 and HB 4985.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4980, but did not wish to speak:
Brandon Lanyon, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4980, HB 4981, HB 4982, HB 4983,
HB 4984 and HB 4985, but did not wish to speak:
Jane Clark, representing the Michigan West Coast Chamber of Commerce.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4980, HB 4981, HB 4982,
HB 4983, HB 4984 and HB 4985, but did not wish to speak:
Mrs. Whiteside, representing herself.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Graham Filler adjourned the meeting
at 10:28 AM.
Representative Graham Filler, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


location: Room 307, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON MILITARY, VETERANS AND HOMELAND SECURITY
REP. BEAU M LAFAVE
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
12:00 PM
Room 307, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Military, Veterans and Homeland Security was called to
order by Chair LaFave.
At 12:01 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 12:02 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. LaFave, Mueller, Marino, Afendoulis, Markkanen, Jones, Chirkun, T. Carter,
Manoogian.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Jones moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 18, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SCR 11 and HCR 11 before the committee:
SCR 11
(Sen. McBroom)
A concurrent resolution to urge the
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to promptly
approve a variance regarding shared bathroom facilities at
the D.J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans.
HCR 11
(Rep. Cambensy)
A concurrent resolution to urge the
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to promptly
approve a variance regarding shared bathroom facilities at
the D.J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans.
Senator McBroom and Fred Schaible, representing the Michigan Department of Military and
Veteran Affairs, testified on the resolutions. Questions and discussion followed.
The following person submitted a card in support of SCR 11 and HCR 11, but did not wish to
speak:
Mark Sutton, representing the American Legion.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Beau LaFave adjourned the meeting
at 12:09 PM.
Representative Beau LaFave, Chair
Matt Carnagie
Committee Clerk
mcarnagie@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, October 8, 2019
12:00 PM
Room 326, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to
order by 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 September 17, 2019. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SB 255 before the committee:
SB 255
(Sen. LaSata)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
"Natural resources and environmental protection act," by
amending section 5505 (MCL 324.5505), as amended by
2005 PA 57.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 255, but did not wish to speak:
Dave Ladd, representing the Michigan Aggregate Association.
Travis Boeskool, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and
Energy.
Mike Frederick, representing the St. Mary's Cement Co.
Representative Wakeman moved to refer SB 255 to the Committee on Ways and Means.
The motion prevailed 7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4567, HB 4568, and HB 4569 before the committee:
HB 4567
(Rep. O'Malley)A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
"Natural resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 47301, 47302, 47303, 47305, 47306,
47307, and 47308 (MCL 324.47301, 324.47302, 324.47303,
324.47305, 324.47306, 324.47307, and 324.47308), sections
47301, 47302, 47305, 47306, 47307, and 47308 as added by
1995 PA 57 and section 47303 as amended by 2004 PA 587,
and by adding section 47304.
HB 4568
(Rep. Wendzel) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
"Natural resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 47309, 47310, 47311, 47312, 47313,
47314, 47315, 47316, and 47317 (MCL 324.47309,
324.47310, 324.47311, 324.47312, 324.47313, 324.47314,
324.47315, 324.47316, and 324.47317), as added by 1995
PA 57.
HB 4569
(Rep. Lilly)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
"Natural resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 47318, 47320, 47321, 47322, 47323,
47324, 47325, 47326, 47327, 47328, 47329, and 48724
(MCL 324.47318, 324.47320, 324.47321, 324.47322,
324.47323, 324.47324, 324.47325, 324.47326, 324.47327,
324.47328, 324.47329, and 324.48724), as added by 1995
PA 57; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
Representative Sara Cambensy testified in support of HB 4567 (H-2), HB 4568 (H-3), and HB
4569 (H-3).
Amber Petersen, representing Michigan Fish Producers Association, testified in support of HB
4567 (H-2), HB 4568 (H-3), and HB 4569(H-3).
Scott Everett, representing Michigan Fish Producers Association, testified in support of HB 4567
(H-2), HB 4568 (H-3), and HB 4569 (H-3).
Amy Trotter, representing Michigan United Conservation Clubs, testified in support of HB 4567
(H-3), HB 4568 (H-1), and HB 4569 (H-1).
Representative Lilly testified in support of HB 4567 (H-3), HB 4568 (H-1), and HB 4569(H-1).
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4567 (H-3), HB 4568 (H-1), and HB
4569 (H-1), but did not wish to speak:
Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
Jim Dexter, representing the Chief of Fisheries Division, Michigan Department of Natural
Resources.
Sean Hammond, representing the MI Environmental Council.
Paul Brooks, representing the League of Ohio Sportsmen.
Dave Johnson, representing the Upper Peninsula Sportsmen's Alliance.
Bill Wihowiecki, representing the Michigan Charter Boat Association.
Chad Tokowicz, representing the American Sportfishing Association.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4567 (H-3), HB 4568 (H-1), and HB
4569(H-1), but did not wish to speak:
Representative LaFave.
Representative Markkanen.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4567 (H-2), HB 4568 (H-3), and HB
4569 (H-3), but did not wish to speak:
Lakon & Tod Williams, representing the Bay Port Fish Co.
Representative Cambensy moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4567. The motion did not
prevail 1-7-1:
UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Rep. Cambensy.
Nays: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky.
Pass: Rep. Reilly.
Representative Cambensy moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4568. The motion did not
prevail 1-7-1:
UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Rep. Cambensy.
Nays: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky.
Pass: Rep. Reilly.
Representative Cambensy moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4569. The motion did not
prevail 1-7-1:
UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Rep. Cambensy.
Nays: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky.
Pass: Rep. Reilly.
Representative Wakeman moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4567. The motion prevailed 7-
2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky.
Nays: Reps. Reilly, Cambensy.
Pass: None.
Representative Wakeman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4568. The motion prevailed 7-
2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky.
Nays: Reps. Reilly, Cambensy.
Pass: None.
Representative Wakeman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4569. The motion prevailed 7-
2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky.
Nays: Reps. Reilly, Cambensy.
Pass: None.
Representative Eisen moved to refer House Bill No. 4567 to the committee on Ways and Means,
with recommendation as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 7-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky.
Nays: Reps. Reilly, Cambensy.
Pass: None.
Representative Rendon moved to refer House Bill No. 4568 to the committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky.
Nays: Reps. Reilly, Cambensy.
Pass: None.
Representative Calley moved to refer House Bill No. 4569 to the committee on Ways and Means,
with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky.
Nays: Reps. Reilly, Cambensy.
Pass: None.
The chair laid the presentation by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and
Energy before the committee.
Eric Oswald, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy,
gave a presentation on the 2018 PFAS Sampling of Drinking Water Supplies in Michigan.
Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair returned to SB 255.
Representative Calley moves to reconsider the vote by which SB 255 was referred to the
Committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy,
Pohutsky.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Calley moved to refer Senate Bill No. 255 to the committee on Ways and Means.
The motion prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy,
Pohutsky.
Nays: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting
at 12:55 PM.
Representative Gary Howell, Chair
Amy Rostkowycz
Committee Clerk
arostkowycz@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, October 8, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 327, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Transportation was called to order by the Chair.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis,
Sneller, Clemente, Yancey, Haadsma, Shannon.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Cole moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 17, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4228 before the committee:
HB 4228
(Rep. LaFave)
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled
"Michigan memorial highway act,"(MCL 250.1001 to
250.2080) by adding section 1086.
Representative LaFave, joined by Michael and Karen Costello, and Jeff and Cheryl Lamont,
family of Samuel Costello, all testified in support of HB 4228.
Representative Alexander moved to refer House Bill No. 4228 to the committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis,
Sneller, Clemente, Yancey, Haadsma, Shannon.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4228, but did not wish to
speak:
Troy Hagon, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation.
The Chair laid HB 4486, HB 4775 and HB 4776 before the committee:
HB 4486
(Rep. Howell)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled
"Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 805 (MCL
257.805), as amended by 2013 PA 82.
HB 4775
(Rep. Howell)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
"Natural resources and environmental protection act," by
amending section 2045 (MCL 324.2045), as amended by
2013 PA 81.
HB 4776
(Rep. Warren)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
"Natural resources and environmental protection act," by
amending section 2001 (MCL 324.2001), as amended by
2010 PA 32.
Representative Howell testified in support of HB 4486, HB 4775 and HB 4776. Questions and
discussion followed.
Chuck Nelson, representing himself, testified in support of HB 4486, HB 4775 and HB 4776.
Chris Hackbarth, representing the Michigan Municipal League, and Connor Spalding,
representing the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association, both testified in support of HB
4486, HB 4775 and HB 4776. Questions and discussion followed.
Criag Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, approached to
answer questions from committee members. Questions and discussion followed.
Alia Phillips, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters, testified in support of
HB 4486, HB 4775 and HB 4776.
Colonel Don Packard, representing the Michigan Horse Council, testified in support of HB 4486,
HB 4775 and HB 4776.
Geoff Hansen, representing himself, testified in support of HB 4486, HB 4775 and HB 4776.
Questions and discussion followed.
Jenita Moore, representing the Michigan Secretary of State, approached to answer questions
from committee members. Questions and discussion followed.
Criag Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, approached to
answer questions from committee members. Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Warren testified in support of HB 4486, HB 4775 and HB 4776.
Jenita Moore, representing the Michigan Secretary of State, approached to answer questions
from committee members. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4486, HB 4775 and HB 4776, but did
not wish to speak:
Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
Tom Frazier, representing the Michigan Townships Association.
Bob Wilson, representing the Michigan Trails and Greenway Alliance.
Clay Summers, representing the Michigan Recreation and Parks Association.
Arnold Weinfeld, representing the MParks Public Policy Committee.
Deena Bosworth, representing the Michigan Association of Counties.
Thomas Gilpin, representing the Michigan Sierra Club.
Dave Hodgkins, representing Rochester Hills, Michigan.
Dave Hodgkins, representing Orion Township, Michigan.
Nicole Nystrom, representing Quicken Loans.
Ron Bock, representing the Michigan Trails and Greenway Alliance.
Dave Ladd, representing the National Marine Manufacturers Association.
Mark Wallace, representing the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy.
Rebecca Rynbrandt, representing the City of Wyoming.
Andrew Schepers, representing Healthy Kids, Healthy Michigan.
Sean Hammond, representing the Michigan Environmental Council.
Amy Trotter, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs.
Michael Spence, representing the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments.
The following people submitted a card with no position of HB 4486, HB 4775 and HB 4776, but
did not wish to speak:
Jenita Moore, representing the Michigan Department of State.
The Chair laid HB 4476 before the committee:
HB 4476
(Rep. Eisen)
A bill to amend 1951 PA 51, entitled "An act
to provide for the classification of all public roads, streets,
and highways in this state, and for the revision of that
classification and for additions to and deletions from each
classification; to set up and establish the Michigan
transportation fund; to provide for the deposits in the
Michigan transportation fund of specific taxes on motor
vehicles and motor vehicle fuels; to provide for the
allocation of funds from the Michigan transportation fund
and the use and administration of the fund for transportation
purposes; to promote safe and efficient travel for motor
vehicle drivers, bicyclists, pedestrians, and other legal users
of roads, streets, and highways; to set up and establish the
truck safety fund; to provide for the allocation of funds from
the truck safety fund and administration of the fund for truck
safety purposes; to set up and establish the Michigan truck
safety commission; to establish certain standards for road
contracts for certain businesses; to provide for the continuing
review of transportation needs within the state; to authorize
the state transportation commission, counties, cities, and
villages to borrow money, issue bonds, and make pledges of
funds for transportation purposes; to authorize counties to
advance funds for the payment of deficiencies necessary for
the payment of bonds issued under this act; to provide for the
limitations, payment, retirement, and security of the bonds
and pledges; to provide for appropriations and tax levies by
counties and townships for county roads; to authorize
contributions by townships for county roads; to provide for
the establishment and administration of the state trunk line
fund, local bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund,
and certain other funds; to provide for the deposits in the
state trunk line fund, critical bridge fund, comprehensive
transportation fund, and certain other funds of money raised
by specific taxes and fees; to provide for definitions of
public transportation functions and criteria; to define the
purposes for which Michigan transportation funds may be
allocated; to provide for Michigan transportation fund grants;
to provide for review and approval of transportation
programs; to provide for submission of annual legislative
requests and reports; to provide for the establishment and
functions of certain advisory entities; to provide for
conditions for grants; to provide for the issuance of bonds
and notes for transportation purposes; to provide for the
powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and
officials; to provide for the making of loans for
transportation purposes by the state transportation
department and for the receipt and repayment by local units
and agencies of those loans from certain specified sources;
and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by amending section 11c
(MCL 247.661c), as amended by 2015 PA 182.
Representative Eisen, joined by Kirk Weston and Bill Hazelton, both representing the St. Clair
County Road Commission, testified in support of HB 4776. Questions and discussion followed.
Ed Noyola, representing the County Road Association of Michigan, testified in support of HB
4776.
Tim Greimel, representing American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees,
Council 25, testified in support of HB 4776.
Mike Nystrom and Lance Binoniemi, representing the Michigan Infrastructure and
Transportation Association, testified in opposition of HB 4776.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4476, but did not wish to speak:
Dennis Kolar, representing the Road Commission for Oakland County.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4476, but did not wish to speak:
Troy Hagon, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation.
Monica Ackerson, representing the Michigan Road Preservation Association.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jack O'Malley adjourned the meeting
at 11:53 AM.
Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov