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MEMBERS:
SEN. LANA THEIS, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. RUTH A. JOHNSON
SEN. DAN LAUWERS
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL
SEN. DALE W. ZORN
SEN. JEREMY MOSS, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. DAYNA POLEHANKI
SEN. PAUL WOJNO
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY REFORM
SENATOR ARIC NESBITT
CHAIR
6100 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-0793
FAX: (517) 373-5607
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
November 2, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Regulatory Reform was scheduled for Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at
3:00 p.m., in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 4921 (Rep. Hauck) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported SB 656 (S-1) (Sen. Runestad) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Presentation by the Michigan Association of Beauty Professionals.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 3:04 p.m.. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss,
Polehanki and Wojno, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to adopt the meeting minutes from October 26, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Lauwers to report HB 4921 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and Wojno.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4921. Without objection, immediate effect
was recommended.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 656. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and Wojno.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 656:
Shelly Stahl, The Wine Institute – Support
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Scott Ellis and Mason Doerr, Michigan Licensed Beverage Association – Support
Bill Flory, Michigan Association for Justice – Opposition
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to report the (S-1) version of SB 656 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and Wojno.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 656. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding their organization:
Kristan Sayers, Mike Sarafa, Pat Bakeman, Michigan Association of Beauty Professionals – No Position
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:49 p.m.
Date adopted by committee: 1/18/22
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MEMBERS:
SEN. KEN HORN, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. KIMBERLY A. LASATA
SEN. ARIC NESBITT
SEN. TOM BARRETT
SEN. JON C. BUMSTEAD
SEN. JOHN BIZON, M.D.
SEN. WAYNE A. SCHMIDT
SEN. SEAN MCCANN, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. WINNIE BRINKS
SEN. MALLORY MCMORROW
SEN. MARSHALL BULLOCK
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON ENERGY AND
TECHNOLOGY
SENATOR DAN LAUWERS
CHAIR
S-2 CAPITOL BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7708
FAX: (517) 373-1450
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
November 2, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Energy and Technology was scheduled for Tuesday, November 2, 2021,
at 2:00 p.m., in the Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower.
The agenda summary is as follows:
Follow-up to Report on Smart Rate Design for Distributed Energy Resources by Mike Byrne, MPSC Chief
Operating Officer
The Chair called the meeting to order at 2:02 p.m..
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding follow-up report on smart rate design
for distributed energy resources:
Mike Byrne, MPSC Chief Operating Officer – No Position
The Chair instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the following members were present: Chair
Lauwers, Sen.(s) LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Bumstead, McCann, Brinks, McMorrow and Bullock, a quorum was
present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to adopt the meeting minutes from October 26, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection,
Sen.(s) Horn, Bizon and Schmidt were excused from the meeting.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:50 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: November 9, 2021
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
REP. THOMAS A. ALBERT
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, November 3,
2021
9:00
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Committee on Appropriations was called to order by Chair Albert.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin,
Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink, Tate,
Hammoud, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff,
Thanedar, Weiss.
Absent: Rep. Peterson.
Excused: Rep. Peterson.
Representatives Hammoud, Hood, Brabec and O'Neal joined the committee remotely.
Representative Whiteford moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 23, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SB 627 and SB 628 before the committee:
SB 627
(Sen. LaSata)
A bill to provide for the recovery or replacement
of durable monuments defining the Michigan-
Indiana state line; to create a commission; to
provide for the powers and duties of certain state
and local governmental officers and agencies; and
to repeal acts and parts of acts.
SB 628
(Sen. LaSata)
A bill to amend 1990 PA 345, entitled "State
survey and remonumentation act," by amending
section 12 (MCL 54.272), as amended by 2014 PA
166.
Kate Witkowski, representing the Office of Senator LaSata, introduced the bills. Questions
and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 627, but did not wish to speak:
Ron Brenke, representing the ACEC MI.
Michelle Batora, representing the Michigan Society of Professional Surveyors.
Jack Owens, representing the Surveyor.
The Chair laid HB 5184 before the committee:
HB 5184
(Rep. Tate)
A bill to amend 2014 PA 259, entitled "Michigan
national guard tuition assistance act," by amending
the title and sections 3 and 4 (MCL 32.433 and
32.434), section 3 as amended by 2016 PA 531.
Representative Tate introduced the bill. Questions and discussion followed.
Fred Schaible, representing the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs,
testified in support of HB 5184.
The Chair laid presentations on the challenges facing law enforcement before the committee.
Ken Grabowski, representing the Police Officers Association of Michigan, and Mike Sauger,
representing the Michigan Fraternal Order of Police, gave presentations. Questions and
discussion followed.
Matthew Saxton and Daniel Pfannes, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association, and
Bob Stevenson and Chief Larry Weeks, representing the Michigan Association of Chiefs of
Police, gave presentations. Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Tate moved to excuse Representative Peterson from the meeting. There being
no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Thomas Albert adjourned the
meeting at 10:01 AM.
Representative Thomas Albert, Chair
Matt Carnagie
Committee Clerk
mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON ENERGY
REP. JOE BELLINO
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, November 3, 2021
9:00 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Committee on Energy was called to order by Chair Bellino.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Bellino, Markkanen, Hoitenga, Berman, Paquette, Martin, Outman, Roth,
Sneller, Cherry, Haadsma, Morse, Puri, Scott.
Absent: Reps. Reilly, Manoogian.
Excused: Reps. Reilly, Manoogian.
Representative Puri joined the committee remotely.
Representative Haadsma moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 27, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SB 103 before the committee:
SB 103
(Sen. Schmidt)
A bill to provide for the rights of certain electric
transmission line owners; to impose certain
requirements on certain electric transmission line
owners; and to provide for the powers and duties
of certain state agencies.
Kirstie Sieloff, from Senator Schmidt's office, testified in support of SB 103.
Simon Whitelock, Robert O'Meara and Chuck Marshall, all representing ITC, testified in
support of SB 103. Questions and discussion followed.
John Dulmes, representing the Michigan Chemistry Council, testified in opposition to SB
103.
Devin Hartman, representing the R Street Institute, testified in opposition to SB 103.
Sharon Segner, representing LS Power, testified in opposition to SB 103. Questions and
discussion followed.
Kris Stubbs, representing the Resale Power Group of Iowa, testified in opposition to SB 103.
Jason Hayes, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, testified in opposition to
SB 103.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 103, but did not wish to speak:
Manny Lentine, representing the American Transmission Company.
Rami Haddad, representing Johnson Controls.
Pete Auger, representing the City of Novi.
Kevin Korpi, representing the Michigan Forest Products Council.
Al Pscholka, representing Kinexus.
IBEW Local 17.
IBEW Local 223.
IBEW Local 876.
Matt Pagel, representing Xcel Energy.
Mike Alaimo, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
Rod LeBeau, representing the Utility Line Contractors.
Zach Morris, representing the Market Van Buren.
Jennifer Owens, representing Lakeshore Advantage.
Josh Egglestar, representing the City of Wayland.
Nicole Blonshine, representing Blain Township.
Brian O'Connell, representing General Motors.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 103, but did not wish to speak:
Robbie Diamond, representing Securing America's Energy Future.
Representative Outman moved to excuse Representatives Reilly and Manoogian from the
meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Joe Bellino adjourned the
meeting at 10:23 AM.
Representative Joe Bellino, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


location: Room 521, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND MUNICIPAL FINANCE
REP. JULIE A. CALLEY
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, November 3, 2021
12:00 PM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Committee on Local Government and Municipal Finance was called to order by
Chair Calley.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Calley, Bezotte, Howell, Alexander, Bellino, Berman, Paquette, Slagh,
Ellison, Sowerby, Kuppa, Cavanagh.
Absent: Rep. Garza.
Excused: Rep. Garza.
Representative Ellison moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 27, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4423 before the committee:
HB 4423
(Rep. LaGrand)
A bill to amend 2003 PA 258, entitled "Land bank
fast track act," by amending section 3 (MCL
124.753).
Representative LaGrand testified in support of HB 4423. Questions and discussion followed.
Karyn Ferrick and Jono Klooster, representing the City of Grand Rapids, testified in support
of HB 4423. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4423, but did not wish to speak:
Kate DeVries, representing the Economic Development Leaders for Michigan.
Jen Regterink, representing the Michigan Municipal League.
The Chair laid HB 5427 before the committee:
HB 5427
(Rep. Howell)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled "Open
meetings act," by amending section 3a (MCL
15.263a), as amended by 2021 PA 54.
Representative Howell testified in support of HB 5427. Questions and discussion followed.
Mike Crodi and Michael VanOverbeke, representing the Michigan Association of Public
Employee Retirement Systems, testified in support of HB 5427. Questions and discussion
followed.
Don Taylor, representing the Retired Detroit Police and Firefighers Association, testified in
support of HB 5427.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5427, but did not wish to speak:
Tom Sheeham, representing the General Retirement System Board of Trustees, Detroit.
Jim VanLeuven, representing the Oakland County Employee's Retirement System.
Julius Maisano, representing the City of Southfield General Employee Retirement
System.
Bob Neely, representing the Monroe County Retiree Healthcare Board.
Brad Biladeau, representing the Municipal Retirement System of Michigan.
Representative Kuppa moved to excuse Representative Garza from the meeting. There being
no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Calley adjourned the meeting at
12:57 PM.
Representative Julie Calley, Chair
Molly Wingrove
Committee Clerk
mwingrove@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TAX POLICY
REP. MATT HALL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, November 3, 2021
10:30 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Committee on Tax Policy was called to order by Chair Hall.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hall, Tisdel, Calley, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Meerman, O'Malley,
Beeler, Outman, Yancey, Ellison, Brixie, Kuppa, Cavanagh.
Absent: Rep. Neeley.
Excused: Rep. Neeley.
Representative Yancey joined the committee remotely.
Representative Tisdel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 27, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative Hall moved to excuse Representative Neeley from the meeting. There being
no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5502, HB 5503, HB 5504, HB 5505 and HB 5506 before the committee:
HB 5502
(Rep. Tisdel)
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The
general property tax act," by amending section 9m
(MCL 211.9m), as amended by 2017 PA 261.
HB 5503
(Rep. Farrington)
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The
general property tax act," by amending section 9n
(MCL 211.9n), as amended by 2017 PA 261.
HB 5504
(Rep. Calley)
A bill to amend 2014 PA 92, entitled "State
essential services assessment act," by amending
section 7 (MCL 211.1057), as amended by 2018
PA 541.
HB 5505
(Rep. Cavanagh)
A bill to amend 2014 PA 93, entitled "Alternative
state essential services assessment act," by
amending section 7 (MCL 211.1077), as amended
by 2018 PA 505.
HB 5506
(Rep. Ellison)
A bill to amend 1974 PA 198, entitled "An act to
provide for the establishment of plant
rehabilitation districts and industrial development
districts in local governmental units; to provide for
the exemption from certain taxes; to levy and
collect a specific tax upon the owners of certain
facilities; to impose and provide for the
disposition of an administrative fee; to provide for
the disposition of the tax; to provide for the
obtaining and transferring of an exemption
certificate and to prescribe the contents of those
certificates; to prescribe the powers and duties of
the state tax commission and certain officers of
local governmental units; and to provide
penalties," by amending section 6 (MCL 207.556),
as amended by 2013 PA 85.
Mike Johnston, Vice President of the Michigan Manufacturers Association, with Aaron Keel
and Dave Buick, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified in support of
HB 5502, HB 5503, HB 5504, HB 5505 and HB 5506.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5502, HB 5503, HB 5504, HB 5505
and HB 5506, but did not wish to speak:
Andy Johnston, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce.
Leah Robinson, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
Amanda Fisher, representing the National Federation of Independent Business.
The Chair laid HB 5255 before the committee:
HB 5255
(Rep. Clements)
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act,"
by amending section 4o (MCL 205.94o), as
amended by 2015 PA 204.
Representative Clements, Doug Needham, representing the Michigan Aggregate Association,
and Lynn Gandhi, representing Foley & Lardner LLP, testified in support of HB 5255.
Questions and discussion followed.
Aaron Keel and Julie Jensen, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified in
opposition to HB 5255. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5255, but did not wish to speak:
Brett Stanton, representing the Asphalt Pavement Association of Michigan.
Mike Johnston, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association.
Mike Frederick, representing St. Mary's Cement Company.
Leah Robinson, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
Lance Binoniemi, representing the Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation
Association.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Matt Hall adjourned the meeting
at 11:49 AM.
Representative Matt Hall, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


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36TH DISTRICT
SENJSTAMAS@SENATE.MICHIGAN.GOV
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
SENATOR JIM STAMAS
CHAIR
S-324 CAPITOL BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7946
FAX: (517) 373-2678
** DRAFT **
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
November 3, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Appropriations was scheduled for Wednesday, November 3, 2021, at
2:00 p.m., in the Harry T. Gast Room of the Capitol Building.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SB 494 (S-2) (Sen. Daley) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported SB 700 (Sen. Stamas with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Reported SB 643 (S-1) (Sen. Wojno) with recommendation and immediate effect.
4. Reported SB 685 (S-1) (Sen. Brinks) with recommendation and immediate effect.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 2:00 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time,
the following members were present; Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Barrett, Bizon, Daley, LaSata,
Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer, a quorum was
present.
The Chairman made a motion, supported by Sen. Daley, to excuse members from the committee meeting.
Without objection, Sen.(s) Schmidt, and McDonald were excused from the hearing.
The Chairman made a motion, supported by Sen. Bumstead, to adopt the committee meeting minutes from
October 20, 2021. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman invited Sen Daley to summarize SB 494 and the (S-2) version for the committee.
The following individuals submitted cards not wishing to testify regarding SB 494:
Mike Frederick, Michigan Soybean Association – Support
Bob Devries, Michigan Pork Producers – Support
Bob Devries, Michigan Milk Producers – Support
Rebecca Park, Michigan Farm Bureau – Support
Chuck Lippstrea, Michigan Agri-Business Association – Support
Ashley Steffen, Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development – Support
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Daley, supported by Sen. Nesbitt, to adopt the (S-2) version of
SB 494.The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Barrett, Bizon, Daley, LaSata, Nesbitt, Outman,
Runestad, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer,
Nays: None
The substitute was adopted.
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The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Daley, supported by Sen. LaSata, to report SB 494 (S-2) to the
floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Barrett, Bizon, Daley, LaSata, Nesbitt, Outman,
Runestad, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Santana, McCann, and Bayer,
Nays: Sen. Irwin
The bill was reported.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Outman, supported by Sen. Bayer, to recommend immediate
effect for SB 494 (S-2). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.
Next, the Chairman summarized SB 700 for the committee.
The following individuals submitted cards not wishing to testify regarding SB 700:
Bree Anderson, Department of Management and Budget – Support
The Chairman made a motion., supported by Sen. Bizon, to report SB 700 to the floor with recommendation
that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Barrett, Bizon, Daley, LaSata, Nesbitt, Outman,
Runestad, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer,
Nays: None
The bill was reported.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead, supported by Sen. Runestad, to recommend
immediate effect for SB 700. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.
Next, the Chairman invited Bill Drake, of Sen. Wojno's office, to summarize SB 643 for the committee.
The following individuals submitted cards not wishing to testify regarding SB 643:
Bree Anderson, Department of Management and Budget – Support
Fred Schaible, Department of Veterans Affairs
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen Hertel, supported by Sen. Hollier, to report SB 643 to the floor
with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Barrett, Bizon, Daley, LaSata, Nesbitt, Outman,
Runestad, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer,
Nays: None
The bill was reported.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Outman, supported by Sen. Hollier, to recommend immediate
effect for SB 643. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.
Next, the Chairman invited Sen. Brinks and Al Vandenburg, Kent, County Administrator, to summarize SB
685 and the (S-1) version for the committee.
The following individuals submitted cards not wishing to testify regarding SB 685:
Bree Anderson, Department of Management and Budget – Support
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt, supported by Sen. McCann, to adopt the (S-1) version
of SB 685.The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Barrett, Bizon, Daley, LaSata, Nesbitt, Outman,
Runestad, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer,
Nays: None
The substitute was adopted.
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The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Hertel, supported by Sen. Outman, to report SB 685 (S-1) to the
floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Barrett, Bizon, Daley, LaSata, Nesbitt, Outman,
Runestad, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer,
Nays: None
The bill was reported.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Bayer, supported by Sen. Outman, to recommend immediate
effect for SB 685 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Santana, supported by Sen.Irwin , to adjourn the committee. The
Senate Committee on Appropriations adjourned at 2:15 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee:
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
REP. MIKE MUELLER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, November 4, 2021
8:15 AM
Room 308, House Office Building
The House Committee on Government Operations was called to order by the Chair Mueller.
At 8:15 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 8:19 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Mueller, VanWoerkom, Hauck, Cherry, Rabhi.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Cherry moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 30, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5130, HB 5131, HB 5132 and HB 5133 before the committee:
HB 5130
(Rep. Mueller)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 390, entitled "An act to
regulate the time and manner of payment of wages
and fringe benefits to employees; to prescribe
rights and responsibilities of employers and
employees, and the powers and duties of the
department of labor; to require keeping of records;
to provide for settlement of disputes regarding
wages and fringe benefits; to prohibit certain
practices by employers; to prescribe penalties and
remedies; and to repeal certain acts and parts of
acts," by amending section 8 (MCL 408.478).
HB 5131
(Rep. Clements)
A bill to create a grant program to provide grants
to law enforcement agencies for the purpose of
hiring public service assistants; to create the
public service assistants fund; and to provide for
the powers and duties of certain state and local
governmental officers and entities.
HB 5132
(Rep. Beson)
A bill to amend 1965 PA 203, entitled "Michigan
commission on law enforcement standards act," by
amending sections 9, 9b, 9c, and 9d (MCL 28.609,
28.609b, 28.609c, and 28.609d), as amended by
2018 PA 552.
HB 5133
(Rep. Posthumus)
A bill to amend 1965 PA 203, entitled "Michigan
commission on law enforcement standards act," by
amending sections 9 and 9b (MCL 28.609 and
28.609b), as amended by 2018 PA 552.
The Chair explained the proposed substitutes to the committee. Questions and discussion
followed.
Ben Bodkin, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association, submitted a card in support of
HB 5130, HB 5131, and HB 5132, but did not wish to speak.
Stephanie Johnson, representing the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police, submitted a
card in support of HB 5130, HB 5131, and HB 5133, but did not wish to speak.
Drew Beardslee, representing the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity,
submitted a card in opposition to HB 5130, but did not wish to speak.
Representative VanWoerkom moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5130. The motion
prevailed 5-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Mueller, VanWoerkom, Hauck, Cherry, Rabhi.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hauck moved to report out HB 5130 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
1). The motion prevailed 5-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Mueller, VanWoerkom, Hauck, Cherry, Rabhi.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Cherry moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5131. The motion prevailed 5-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Mueller, VanWoerkom, Hauck, Cherry, Rabhi.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Cherry moved to report out HB 5131 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
2). The motion prevailed 5-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Mueller, VanWoerkom, Hauck, Cherry, Rabhi.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hauck moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5132. The motion prevailed 5-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Mueller, VanWoerkom, Hauck, Cherry, Rabhi.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hauck moved to report out HB 5132 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
1). The motion prevailed 4-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Mueller, VanWoerkom, Hauck, Cherry.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. Rabhi.
Representative VanWoerkom moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5133. The motion
prevailed 5-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Mueller, VanWoerkom, Hauck, Cherry, Rabhi.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative VanWoerkom moved to report out HB 5133 with recommendation, as
substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 4-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Mueller, VanWoerkom, Hauck, Cherry.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. Rabhi.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Mike Mueller adjourned the
meeting at 8:34 AM.
Representative Mike Mueller, Chair
Angie Lake
Committee Clerk
alake@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY
REP. BRONNA KAHLE
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, November 4, 2021
9:00 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Committee on Health Policy was called to order by Chair Kahle.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller,
Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Whitsett, Morse.
Absent: Rep. Neeley.
Excused: Rep. Neeley.
The Chair laid HB 5261, HB 5262, HB 5263 and HB 5264 before the committee:
HB 5261
(Rep. Hammoud)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," by amending section 9145 (MCL
333.9145), as added by 2018 PA 554.
HB 5262
(Rep. Hammoud)
A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The
insurance code of 1956," (MCL 500.100 to
500.8302) by adding section 3406v.
HB 5263
(Rep. Whiteford)
A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The
insurance code of 1956," (MCL 500.100 to
500.8302) by adding section 3406x.
HB 5264
(Rep. Hornberger)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by
adding section 21535.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5261, but did not wish to speak:
Paige Fults, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association.
Representative Witwer moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5261. The motion prevailed
18-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller,
Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Whitsett, Morse.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Meerman moved to report out HB 5261 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-1). The motion prevailed 18-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller,
Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Whitsett, Morse.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Witwer moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5262. The motion prevailed
18-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller,
Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Whitsett, Morse.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Whiteford moved to report out HB 5262 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-2). The motion prevailed 15-3-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller, Roth,
Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Whitsett, Morse.
Nays: Reps. Beeler, Fink, Tisdel.
Pass: None.
Representative Witwer moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5263. The motion prevailed
18-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller,
Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Whitsett, Morse.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Alexander moved to report out HB 5263 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-1). The motion prevailed 18-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller,
Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Whitsett, Morse.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Roth moved to report out HB 5264 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 18-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller,
Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Whitsett, Morse.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid SB 166 before the committee:
SB 166
(Sen. VanderWall)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," by amending sections 16106, 17708,
and 17751 (MCL 333.16106, 333.17708, and
333.17751), section 16106 as amended by 2002
PA 643, section 17708 as amended by 2020 PA 4,
and section 17751 as amended by 2020 PA 136.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 166, but did not wish to speak:
Heather Nicholoff, representing the Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners.
Kyle Zebley, representing the American Telemedicine Association.
Brian Sapita, representing the Michigan Pharmacists Association.
Representative Meerman moved to report out SB 166 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 18-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller,
Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Whitsett, Morse.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 5488 and HB 5489 before the committee:
HB 5488
(Rep. Kahle)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," by amending section 18201 (MCL
333.18201) and by adding section 18211a.
HB 5489
(Rep. Brabec)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by
adding section 16190.
At 9:13 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 9:14 AM, the Majority Vice Chair Luke Meerman called the committee back to order.
Chair Kahle and Representative Brabec testified in support of HB 5488 and HB 5489.
Questions and discussion followed.
At 9:22 AM, the Majority Vice Chair Luke Meerman laid the committee at ease.
At 9:23 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Judith Kovach, representing the Michigan Psychological Association, testified in support of
HB 5488 and HB 5489.
Derek Sova, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs,
testified in opposition to HB 5488 and HB 5489. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5488 and HB 5489, but did not wish
to speak:
Sean Sorenson-Abbott, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association.
Bret Jackson, representing the The Economic Alliance for Michigan.
Elizabeth Kutter, representing Wayne State University.
Kerry Sanders, representing the Autism Alliance of Michigan.
The Chair laid SB 637 and SB 638 before the committee:
SB 637
(Sen. Chang)
A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled "Mental
health code," (MCL 330.1001 to 330.2106) by
adding sections 207e and 207f.
SB 638
(Sen. Outman)
A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled "Mental
health code," (MCL 330.1001 to 330.2106) by
adding sections 207c and 207d.
Senator Outman, Senator Chang and Leonard Swanson, representing the Center on
Behavioral Health and Justice and the National Association of Social Workers - Michigan,
testified together in support of SB 637 and SB 638. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 637 and SB 638, but did not wish to
speak:
Sherri Boyd, representing Arc Michigan.
Michelle Roberts, representing Disability Rights Michigan.
Elizabeth Kutter, representing Wayne State University.
Algeria Wilson, representing the National Association of Social Workers.
Diana Prichard, representing the Americans for Prosperity.
Cynthia Harrison, representing the Center for Independent Living.
Summer Berman, representing the Clubhouse Michigan and Fresh Start Clubhouse.
Marianne Huff, representing the Mental Health Association in Michigan.
Paul Tarr, representing the Team Wellness - Detroit.
Meghann Keit, representing the Michigan Association of Counties.
Christine Shearer, representing the Michigan Association of Health Plans.
Representative Tisdel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 28, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative Witwer moved to excuse Representative Neeley from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Kahle adjourned the meeting at
9:59 AM.
Representative Bronna Kahle, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


location: Room 326, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT
REP. STEVEN JOHNSON
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, November 4, 2021
8:15 AM
Room 326, House Office Building
The House Committee on Oversight was called to order by Chair Steven Johnson.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Steven Johnson, Outman, Hoitenga, O'Malley, Wozniak, Brixie, LaGrand,
Young.
Absent: Rep. Reilly.
Excused: Rep. Reilly.
Representative Outman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 28, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative Hoitenga moved to excuse Representative Reilly from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5187 and HB 5188 before the committee:
HB 5187
(Rep. Fink)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 390, entitled "Emergency
management act," by amending sections 3 and 5
(MCL 30.403 and 30.405), section 3 as amended
by 2002 PA 132 and section 5 as amended by 2006
PA 545.
HB 5188
(Rep. Outman)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," by amending sections 2253 and 2453
(MCL 333.2253 and 333.2453), section 2253 as
amended by 2006 PA 157.
Representative O'Malley moved to report out HB 5187 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 5-3-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Steven Johnson, Outman, Hoitenga, O'Malley, Wozniak.
Nays: Reps. Brixie, LaGrand, Young.
Pass: None.
Representative O'Malley moved to report out HB 5188 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 5-3-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Steven Johnson, Outman, Hoitenga, O'Malley, Wozniak.
Nays: Reps. Brixie, LaGrand, Young.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid the Presentation from the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency
Director Julia Dale before the committee. Questions and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Steven Johnson adjourned the
meeting at 8:57 AM.
Representative Steven Johnson, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON ELECTIONS AND ETHICS
REP. ANN BOLLIN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, November 9, 2021
12:00 PM
Room 326, House Office Building
The House Committee on Elections and Ethics was called to order by Chair Bollin.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Koleszar moved to adopt the minutes from the November 2nd, 2021 meeting.
There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid a presentation by the United States Postal Service on the USPS 2020 Election
Report and Election Overview before the committee. The presenters were Stan Franke, Nan
Raymond, Dan Bentley and Dushon Sims. Questions and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Ann Bollin adjourned the
meeting at 12:50 PM.
Representative Ann Bollin, Chair
Amy Rostkowycz
Committee Clerk
arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
REP. GRAHAM FILLER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, November 9, 2021
9:00 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Committee on Judiciary was called to order by Chair Filler.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Mueller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from November 2, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4894 before the committee:
HB 4894
(Rep. VanWoerkom)
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The
Michigan penal code," by amending section 157w
(MCL 750.157w), as amended by 1998 PA 312.
Representative VanWoerkom testified in support of HB 4894. Questions and discussion
followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4894, but did not wish to speak:
Patricia Herndon, representing the Michigan Bankers Association.
The Chair laid HB 5117 before the committee:
HB 5117
(Rep. Wakeman)
A bill to amend 1998 PA 386, entitled "Estates and
protected individuals code," by amending section
3206 (MCL 700.3206), as amended by 2020 PA
246.
Representative Wakeman and Phil Douma, representing the Michigan Funeral Directors
Association, testified together in support of HB 5117. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid HB 5394 and HB 5395 before the committee:
HB 5394
(Rep. Allor)
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code
of criminal procedure," by amending section 13m
of chapter XVII (MCL 777.13m), as amended by
2016 PA 549.
HB 5395
(Rep. Puri)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," by amending sections 7401, 7403,
and 7404 (MCL 333.7401, 333.7403, and
333.7404), section 7401 as amended by 2016 PA
548, section 7403 as amended by 2016 PA 307,
and section 7404 as amended by 2016 PA 308.
Representative Puri testified in support of HB 5394 and HB 5395. Questions and discussion
followed.
The Chair laid HB 4084 before the committee:
HB 4084
(Rep. Cynthia Johnson)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending section 8905a (MCL 324.8905a), as
amended by 2014 PA 549.
Representative Mueller moved to withdraw the (H-2) substitute to HB 4084. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4084, but did not wish to speak:
Megan Tinsley, representing the Michigan Environmental Council.
Hallie Fox, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
Mayor Mike Duggan, representing the City of Detroit.
John Cool, representing the Michigan Railroad Association.
John Lindley, representing the Michigan Manufactured Housing, RV, and Campground
Association.
Representative Mueller moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4084. The motion prevailed
13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Mueller moved to report out HB 4084 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
3). The motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Filler adjourned the meeting at
9:56 AM.
Representative Graham Filler, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY REFORM
REP. ROGER HAUCK
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, November 9, 2021
10:30 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Committee on Regulatory Reform was called to order by Chair Hauck.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Steenland, Young.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Damoose moved to adopt the meeting minutes from November 2, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5393 before the committee:
HB 5393
(Rep. Slagh)
A bill to amend 1972 PA 382, entitled "Traxler-
McCauley-Law-Bowman bingo act," by amending
sections 2, 3, 3a, 4, 4a, 5d, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, and
16 (MCL 432.102, 432.103, 432.103a, 432.104,
432.104a, 432.105d, 432.109, 432.112, 432.113,
432.114, 432.115, and 432.116), sections 2, 3, 3a,
4, 4a, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, and 16 as amended by
2019 PA 159 and section 5d as added by 1999 PA
108.
Representative Slagh testified in support of HB 5393. Questions and discussion followed.
Max Lehman, Gildo Tori and Dave Bowers, representing Ducks Unlimited, testified in
support of HB 5393. Questions and discussion followed.
Katharine Hude, representing the Michigan Charitable Gaming Association, testified in
support of HB 5393. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5393, but did not wish to speak:
Thomas Heritier, representing the Sterling Sportsman Club and Frankenmuth
Conservation Club and Bridgeport Gun Club.
Erik Schnelle, representing the National Deer Association, State Advisory Council and
Red Creek Deer Co-op.
Ted Schulz, representing the Marion Springs Conservation Club.
Barry Summers, representing the Michigan Bow Hunters.
Dave Johnson, representing the Upper Peninsula Sportsmen's Alliance.
Patrick Hogan, representing the Tomahawk Archers.
Patrick Craig, representing the Saginaw Field and Stream Club.
Pete Demos, representing the Presque Isle Turkey Trackers.
Dennis Eade, representing the Michigan Steelhead and Salmon Fisherman's Association.
Tim Hunnicutt, representing Zero Day.
Ryan Boyer, representing the Michigan State Chapter, National Wild Turkey Federation.
Glen Blackwood, representing the Ruffed Grouse Society.
Rich Johnson, representing the Multi-Lakes Conservation Association.
Allen Kasdorf, representing the St. Joseph County Conservation Club.
Brian Gilson, representing the Bowfishing Association of Michigan.
Jane Finnerty, representing the Cadillac Sportsman's Club.
Brad Brunken, representing Quail Forever.
Roger Calhoun, representing the Livingston County Wildlife & Conservation Club.
Steve Denoyer, representing the NW Michigan Branch, National Deer Association.
Denny Grinold, representing the Michigan Charter Boat Association.
David VanLopik, representing the Kalamazoo Rod & Gun Club.
Brady Schickinger, representing the Michigan Coalition for Responsible Gun Owners.
William VanderZouwen, representing Pleasants Forever.
Brenda Archambo, representing Sturgeon for Tomorrow, Black Lake Chapter.
Zach Snyder, representing the Back Country Hunters and Anglers.
Nick Buggia, representing the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation.
Mark Spencer, representing the Michigan Trappers and Predator Callers Association.
Amy Trotter, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs.
CJ Merriman, representing the Safari Club International, Flint Regional Chapter.
Chris Kettler, representing the South Kent Sportsmen's Club.
Doug Needham, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Steve Wyckoff, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Dan Heuer, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Rodney Larson, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Teresa Larson, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Susanne Bowers, representing Ducks Unlimited.
John Coluccy, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Dan Schulz, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Max Lehman, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Kris Schulz, representing Ducks Unlimited
Rex Marshall, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Todd Bishop, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Dale Borske, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Sarah McCallum, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Dawn Wyckoff, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Kevin Stolz, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Jim Dean representing Ducks Unlimited.
Daniel Miller, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Tommy O'hara, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Larry Masserant, representing Ducks Unlimited. .
Jacob Yonker, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Terry Frewen, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Rob Marciniak, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Bret Plasters, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Jim Toth, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Marsha Oberleiter, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Cheryl Doran, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Brandon Doran, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Don Rushlow, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Deborah Masserant, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Craig Curtis, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Tom O'hara, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Sandy O'hara, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Beth Perry, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Whitney Miller, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Chelsey Baker, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Dar Mushing, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Jenise Steinman, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Jeanne Micka, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Eagan Bayer, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Karen Bennett, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Linda Nichilo, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Jan Marra, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Troy Goodnough, representing Ducks Unlimited.
David Thompson, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Tim Bliss, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Mike Wall, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Matt VanderMass, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Jim Mulder, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Shannon Osika, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Tracy Oberleiter, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Pat Doran, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Keith Masserant, representing Ducks Unlimited.
David Perry, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Bryan Miller, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Dan Baker, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Paul Mushing, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Kurt Steinman, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Richard Micka, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Larry Bennett, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Bill Nichilo, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Joe Marra, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Paul Goodnuff, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Thomas DeSantis, representing Ducks Unlimited.
David Floore, representing Ducks Unlimited.
John Aldani, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Martin Anderson, representing Ducks Unlimited.
Scott Wilkie, representing Ducks Unlimited.
The Chair laid HR 158 before the committee:
HR 158
(Rep. Yaroch)
A resolution to urge the Congress of the United
States to clarify its position on the legality of
marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act of
1970.
Representative Yaroch testified in support of HR 158. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid HB 5449 before the committee:
HB 5449
(Rep. Clements)
A bill to amend 1987 PA 96, entitled "The mobile
home commission act," by amending section 30i
(MCL 125.2330i), as amended by 2005 PA 162,
and by adding section 30j.
Representative Clements, John Bommarito, representing the Michigan Land Title
Association, and Alex Houseman, representing the Michigan Realtors, testified in support of
HB 5449. Questions and discussion followed.
Adam Reames, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified with a neutral
position on HB 5449.
The Chair laid HB 5295 and HB 5296 before the committee:
HB 5295
(Rep. Hauck)
A bill to amend 1993 PA 23, entitled "Michigan
limited liability company act," by amending
section 904 (MCL 450.4904), as amended by 2013
PA 131.
HB 5296
(Rep. Hertel)
A bill to amend 1972 PA 284, entitled "Business
corporation act," by amending section 284 (MCL
450.1284), as amended by 2013 PA 132.
Representative Bellino moved to report out HB 5295 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Steenland, Young.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Outman moved to report out HB 5296 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Steenland, Young.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hauck adjourned the meeting at
11:17 AM.
Representative Roger Hauck, Chair
Molly Wingrove
Committee Clerk
mwingrove@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON RULES AND COMPETITIVENESS
REP. JIM LILLY
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, November 9,
2021
8:00
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Committee on Rules and Competitiveness was called to order by Chair Lilly.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Lilly, Clements, Calley, Wendzel, Damoose, Posthumus, Anthony, Hertel,
Sneller, Kuppa.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Clements moved to adopt the minutes from the October 7th, 2021 meeting.
There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4912 before the committee:
HB 4912
(Rep. Bezotte)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," by amending sections 16215, 16283,
16286, 16287, 16288, 18802, 18805, 18811,
18812, and 18814 (MCL 333.16215, 333.16283,
333.16286, 333.16287, 333.16288, 333.18802,
333.18805, 333.18811, 333.18812, and
333.18814), section 16215 as amended by 2019
PA 140, sections 16283, 16286, and 16288 as
added by 2016 PA 359, section 16287 as amended
by 2017 PA 22, section 18802 as amended by
2000 PA 22, section 18805 as amended by 1982
PA 353, section 18811 as amended by 2006 PA
406, and section 18812 as amended by 1982 PA
337, and by adding sections 18811a, 18818,
18819, and 18829; and to repeal acts and parts of
acts.
Representative Bezotte, testified in support of HB 4912 (H-3).
Representative Alexander, testified in support of HB 4912 (H-3).
Dr. Larry Letsche, DVM, testified in opposition to HB 4912 (H-3).
Dr. Cathy Anderson, DVM, testified in opposition to HB 4912 (H-3).
Dr. Lana Kaiser, DVM, testified in opposition to HB 4912 (H-3).
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4912 (H-3), but did not wish to
speak:
Fred Gingrich, representing the American Association of Bovine Practitioners.
Angelique Reynoso, representing the ASPCA.
Dr. Cheryl Good, representing Dearborn Family Pet Care.
Molly Tamolevich, representing the Human Society of the United States.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4912 (H-3), but did not wish to
speak:
Christian Ast, representing the Michigan Veterinary Medical Association.
Gail Golab, representing the American Veterinary Medical Association.
Kathy Wilbur, representing Michigan State University Veterinary Medicine.
At 8:59 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 9:07 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair laid HB 4670, HB 4671, HB 4672, HB 4673, HB 4674 and HB 4675 before the
committee:
HB 4670
(Rep. Kahle)
A bill to amend 1893 PA 118, entitled "An act to
revise and consolidate the laws relative to state
prisons, to state houses of correction, and branches
of state prisons and reformatories, and the
government and discipline thereof and to repeal all
acts inconsistent therewith," (MCL 800.33 to
800.61) by adding section 33a.
HB 4671
(Rep. Tyrone Carter)
A bill to amend 1953 PA 232, entitled
"Corrections code of 1953," by amending sections
33, 33c, 34, and 35 (MCL 791.233, 791.233c,
791.234, and 791.235), sections 33 and 34 as
amended by 2019 PA 14, section 33c as added by
1994 PA 217, and section 35 as amended by 2019
PA 13.
HB 4672
(Rep. Posthumus)
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code
of criminal procedure," by amending section 12 of
chapter IX (MCL 769.12), as amended by 2012 PA
319.
HB 4673
(Rep. Calley)
A bill to amend 1985 PA 87, entitled "William Van
Regenmorter crime victim's rights act," by
amending sections 13 and 41 (MCL 780.763 and
780.791), section 41 as amended by 2000 PA 503.
HB 4674
(Rep. Kahle)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 223, entitled "An act to
create an agency concerned with crime victim
services; to prescribe its powers and duties; to
provide compensation to certain victims of crimes;
to provide for the promulgation of rules; and to
provide for penalties," by amending sections 1, 4,
9, 11, and 15 (MCL 18.351, 18.354, 18.359,
18.361, and 18.365), sections 1, 9, and 15 as
amended by 1996 PA 519, section 4 as amended
by 2008 PA 390, section 11 as amended by 2010
PA 282.
HB 4675
(Rep. Slagh)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 223, entitled "An act to
create an agency concerned with crime victim
services; to prescribe its powers and duties; to
provide compensation to certain victims of crimes;
to provide for the promulgation of rules; and to
provide for penalties," by amending sections 1, 5,
10, and 11 (MCL 18.351, 18.355, 18.360, and
18.361), section 1 as amended by 1996 PA 519,
sections 5 and 10 as amended by 2008 PA 390,
and section 11 as amended by 2010 PA 282.
Representative Kahle, testified in support of HB 4670 (H-1), HB 4674 (H-3), HB 4675 (H-2).
Representative Calley moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4670. The motion prevailed 10-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Lilly, Clements, Calley, Wendzel, Damoose, Posthumus, Anthony, Hertel,
Sneller, Kuppa.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Calley moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4674. The motion prevailed 10-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Lilly, Clements, Calley, Wendzel, Damoose, Posthumus, Anthony, Hertel,
Sneller, Kuppa.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Calley moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4675. The motion prevailed 10-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Lilly, Clements, Calley, Wendzel, Damoose, Posthumus, Anthony, Hertel,
Sneller, Kuppa.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Calley moved to report out HB 4670 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
1). The motion prevailed 6-2-2:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Lilly, Calley, Damoose, Posthumus, Anthony, Hertel.
Nays: Reps. Clements, Wendzel.
Pass: Reps. Sneller, Kuppa.
Representative Calley moved to report out HB 4671 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 6-2-2:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Lilly, Calley, Damoose, Posthumus, Anthony, Hertel.
Nays: Reps. Clements, Wendzel.
Pass: Reps. Sneller, Kuppa.
Representative Calley moved to report out HB 4672 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 6-2-2:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Lilly, Calley, Damoose, Posthumus, Anthony, Hertel.
Nays: Reps. Clements, Wendzel.
Pass: Reps. Sneller, Kuppa.
Representative Posthumus moved to report out HB 4673 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 6-2-2:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Lilly, Calley, Damoose, Posthumus, Anthony, Hertel.
Nays: Reps. Clements, Wendzel.
Pass: Reps. Sneller, Kuppa.
Representative Posthumus moved to report out HB 4674 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-3). The motion prevailed 10-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Lilly, Clements, Calley, Wendzel, Damoose, Posthumus, Anthony, Hertel,
Sneller, Kuppa.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Calley moved to report out HB 4675 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
2). The motion prevailed 10-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Lilly, Clements, Calley, Wendzel, Damoose, Posthumus, Anthony, Hertel,
Sneller, Kuppa.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4670, HB 4671, HB 4672, HB 4673,
HB 4674 and HB 4675, but did not wish to speak:
Kimberly Buddin, representing the ACLU of Michigan.
Kristy Pulaski.
Charise Turner.
Monica Sanders.
Bernice Ringo-Wilson.
Barbara L. Jones.
Beverly Stevenson.
Trista Maziarz.
Angela Cosma.
Shelby Campbell.
Gina Huser.
Shirley Duncan.
Margaret Masters-Jun.
Anita M. Brown.
Melanie Poole.
Carrian Crum.
Deb Clark.
Bonita Cameron.
Stacy Kiernan.
Jason Kostrzewz.
Cynitra Anderson.
Blake Hart.
Malaika Ward.
Max Sokolnicki.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4670, HB 4671, HB 4672 and HB
4673, but did not wish to speak:
John Cooper, representing Safe and Just Michigan.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4670, HB 4671, HB 4672 and HB
4673, but did not wish to speak:
Doug Lloyd, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan.
Jess Averill, representing Michigan Domestic Violence Prevention.
Elinor Jordan, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence.
Rebecca Shiemke, representing the Michigan Poverty Law Program.
Jess Averill, representing the Crime Victim Services Commission.
Mitch Albers, representing the Michigan Department of Attorney General.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4674 and HB 4675, but did not wish
to speak:
Jess Averill, representing the Crime Victim Services Commission.
Doug Lloyd, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan.
Elinor Jordan, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence.
Rebecca Shienke, representing the Michigan Poverty Law Program.
Mitch Albers, representing the Michigan Department of Attorney General.
The Chair returned to HB 4912 for additional testimony.
Dr. Donna Harris, DVM, testified in support of HB 4912 (H-3).
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Lilly adjourned the meeting at
9:28 AM.
Representative Jim Lilly, Chair
Amy Rostkowycz
Committee Clerk
arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION
REP. JACK O'MALLEY
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, November 9, 2021
10:30 AM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Committee on Transportation was called to order by Chair O'Malley.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Howell, Griffin, LaFave, Berman, Carra, Roth, Sneller,
Clemente, Shannon, Liberati, Puri.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
At 10:31 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 10:41 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Representative Roth moved to adopt the meeting minutes from November 2, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5370 before the committee:
HB 5370
(Rep. VanSingel)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan
vehicle code," (MCL 257.1 to 257.923) by adding
section 649a.
Representative Griffin moved to report out HB 5370 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 11-1-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Howell, Griffin, Carra, Roth, Sneller, Clemente, Shannon,
Liberati, Puri.
Nays: Rep. LaFave.
Pass: Rep. Berman.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5370, but did not wish to speak:
Ed Schvitema, representing ABATE of Michigan.
The Chair laid HB 4983 and HB 4984 before the committee:
HB 4983
(Rep. Kahle)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan
vehicle code," by amending sections 710d and
710e (MCL 257.710d and 257.710e), section 710d
as amended by 2009 PA 57 and section 710e as
amended by 2016 PA 460.
HB 4984
(Rep. Clemente)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan
vehicle code," by amending section 907 (MCL
257.907), as amended by 2020 PA 382.
Representative Eisen moved to report out HB 4983 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 10-2-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Howell, Griffin, Roth, Sneller, Clemente, Shannon,
Liberati, Puri.
Nays: Reps. LaFave, Carra.
Pass: Rep. Berman.
Representative Sneller moved to report out HB 4984 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 10-2-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Howell, Griffin, Roth, Sneller, Clemente, Shannon,
Liberati, Puri.
Nays: Reps. LaFave, Carra.
Pass: Rep. Berman.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4983 and HB 4984, but did not wish
to speak:
Tiffany Hauser, representing AAA of Michigan.
The Chair laid SB 674 before the committee:
SB 674
(Sen. Nesbitt)
A bill to amend 2000 PA 403, entitled "Motor fuel
tax act," by repealing section 10 (MCL 207.1010).
Ryan Studley, representing Senator Nesbitt's office, testified in support of SB 674.
Mark Griffin, representing the Michigan Petroleum Association, testified in support of SB
674. Questions and discussion followed.
Paul G. Connors, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified with a neutral
position on SB 674.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jack O'Malley adjourned the
meeting at 10:53 AM.
Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov


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MEMBERS:
SEN. KEN HORN, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. KIMBERLY A. LASATA
SEN. ARIC NESBITT
SEN. TOM BARRETT
SEN. JON C. BUMSTEAD
SEN. JOHN BIZON, M.D.
SEN. WAYNE A. SCHMIDT
SEN. SEAN MCCANN, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. WINNIE BRINKS
SEN. MALLORY MCMORROW
SEN. MARSHALL BULLOCK
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON ENERGY AND
TECHNOLOGY
SENATOR DAN LAUWERS
CHAIR
S-2 CAPITOL BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7708
FAX: (517) 373-1450
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
November 9, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Energy and Technology was scheduled for Tuesday, November 9, 2021,
at 2:00 p.m., in the Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 5026 (Rep. Julie Calley) with recommendation and immediate effect.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 2:00 p.m.. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Lauwers, Sen.(s) Horn, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Bumstead, Bizon,
McCann, Brinks and Bullock, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to adopt the meeting minutes from November 2, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection,
Sen.(s) Schmidt and McMorrow were excused from the meeting.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 5026:
Jennifer Greenberg and Pat Coats, Peninsula Fiber Network – Support
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 5026:
Tuscola Co. Board of Commissioners – Support
Newago Co. Board of Commissioners – Support
Monroe Co. Board of Commissioners – Support
Lenawee Co. Board of Commissioners – Support
Gogebic Co. Board of Commissioners – Support
Eaton Co. Board of Commissioners – Support
Clare Co. Board of Commissioners – Support
Calhoun Co. Consolidated Dispatch Authority – Support
Iron Co. Board of Commissioners – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 5026:
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Meghann Keit-Corrion, Michigan Association of Counties – Support
Joelle Demand, Telecommunication Assoc. of Michigan – Support
Mike Armitage, MI Communications Directors Association and Mayor of Charlotte, MI – Support
Jordyn Selleck, Wayne County Police Chiefs – Support
Bryce Tracy, Mackinac County 911 – Support
Matt Saxton, MI Sheriffs Association – Support
Lisa Hall, Midland County 911 – Support
Tim McKee, Peninsula Fiber Network – Support
Dave Coulter, Oakland Co. Executive – Support
Matt Sowash, Police Officers Assoc. of MI – Support
Tpr. Travis Fletcher, MSP – Support
July Allen, Michigan Township Association – Support
Gavin Goetz, AT&T – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to report HB 5026 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Lauwers, Sen.(s) Horn, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Bumstead, Bizon, McCann, Brinks, and
Bullock.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 5026. 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 2:09 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: November 30, 2021
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MEMBERS:
SEN. KEN HORN, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JIM RUNESTAD
SEN. KEVIN DALEY
SEN. DAYNA POLEHANKI, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. ERIKA GEISS
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND
CAREER READINESS
SENATOR LANA THEIS
CHAIR
7400 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-2420
FAX: (517) 373-2764
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
November 9, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Education and Career Readiness was scheduled for Tuesday, November
9, 2021, at 12:00 noon, in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 380 (Sen. Irwin), SB 381 (Sen. Theis), SB 382 (Sen. Polehanki) and SB 383
(Sen. Runestad).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:05 p.m.. She instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Horn, Daley, Polehanki and Geiss, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to adopt the meeting minutes from October 26, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair made a motion to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Sen. Runestad was
excused from the meeting.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 380, SB 381, SB 382 and SB
383:
Sen. Jeff Irwin – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 380. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Horn, Daley, Polehanki, and Geiss.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 381. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Horn, Daley, Polehanki, and Geiss.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Polehanki to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 382. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Horn, Daley, Polehanki, and Geiss.
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Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 383. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Horn, Daley, Polehanki, and Geiss.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 380, SB 381, SB 382 and SB
383:
Anri Haglund – Support
Asher Suter – Support
Deon Butler – Support
Anne Kloth – Support
Susan Schmidt – Support
Amy Barto – Support
Joe DeVault, Rachael Gabriel, Justin Michalak, and Kris Griffor, Special Education Alliance – Opposition
Dr. David Winters – Support
Dr. Nikolai Vitti, Detroit Public Schools Community District – Support
Dr. Lauren Katz – Support
Amy Campbell, Michigan Association of School Psychologists – Support
Kymyona Burk, ExcelInEd – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 380, SB
381, SB 382 and SB 383:
Brian Love, Education Trust Midwest – Support
John Hood, Okemos Public Schools – Support
Kerry Sanders, Autism Alliance of Michigan – Support
Jenell Mansfield, AFT-MI – Support
Heather Eckner, Michigan Parent Advocate and Attorney Coalition – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 383:
Sheryl Kennedy, Michigan Department of Education – Support
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 380, SB 381 and SB 382:
Sheryl Kennedy, Michigan Department of Education – No Position
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:39 p.m.
Date adopted by committee: 11/30/21
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MEMBERS:
SEN. LANA THEIS, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JOHN BIZON, M.D.
SEN. JEFF IRWIN, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT
SENATOR ED MCBROOM
CHAIR
7200 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7840
FAX: (517) 373-3932
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
November 09, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Oversight was scheduled for Tuesday, November 09, 2021, at 2:00 p.m.,
in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding Office of the Auditor General Performance Audit Report
Monitoring of Selected Child Welfare Caseloads, Michigan Department of Health and Human
Services, June 2021, #431-2785-18.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 2:13 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Theis, Bizon and Irwin, a quorum was present.
Chair McBroom invited the committee to recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
Chair McBroom entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to adopt the meeting minutes from October 26, 2021.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair brought up the Office of the Auditor General Performance Audit Report, Monitoring of Selected
Child Welfare Caseloads, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, June 2021, #431-2785-18.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony in person regarding the Monitoring of Selected
Child Welfare Caseloads, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services audit:
Yvonne Benn, OAG Audit Division Administrator
Ryan Austin, OAG Audit Supervisor
Additional OAG auditors Sara Crawford and Josh Davis were introduced to the committee but did not testify.
Member questions and discussion followed.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony via Zoom regarding the Monitoring of Selected
Child Welfare Caseloads, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services audit, a slide presentation was
given by:
Demtrius Starling, Executive Director, Children's Services Agency, MDHHS
Kelly Sesti, Director Division of Continuous Quality Improvement, MDHHS
Member questions and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair McBroom entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to
adjourn the committee at 3:07 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.
Date Adopted by the Committee: 11/30/2021


location: the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room

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36TH DISTRICT
JSTAMAS@SENATE.MICHIGAN.GOV
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
SENATOR JIM STAMAS
CHAIR
S-324 CAPITOL BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7946
FAX: (517) 373-2678
**DRAFT**
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
November 9, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Appropriations was scheduled for Tuesday, November 9, 2021, at 4:00
p.m., in the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room.
The Chair called the meeting to order. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the following
members were present: Chair Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt, Outman, Victory,
Daley, Hertel, Bayer, Hollier, McCann and Santana, a quorum was present.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Outman,
supported by Sen. LaSata, to adjourn the committee at <<TIMESTAMP>>. Without objection, the committee
was adjourned.
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
REP. THOMAS A. ALBERT
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, November 10,
2021
9:00
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Committee on Appropriations was called to order by Chair Albert.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin,
Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink, Tate,
Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff,
Thanedar, Weiss.
Absent: Rep. Hammoud.
Excused: Rep. Hammoud.
Representative Whiteford moved to adopt the meeting minutes from November 3, 2021.
There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5522 before the committee:
HB 5522
(Rep. Mueller)
A bill to make, supplement, and adjust
appropriations for various state departments and
agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30,
2022; to provide for certain conditions on
appropriations; and to provide for the expenditure
of the appropriations.
Representative Mueller introduced the bill. Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Fink moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5522. The motion prevailed 28-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin,
Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink, Tate,
Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff,
Thanedar, Weiss.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid Legislative Transfer Request 2021-5 and Legislative Transfer Request 2021-6
before the committee.
Viola Bay Wild, representing the House Fiscal Agency, testified on the Legislative Transfer
Requests.
Representative Whiteford moved to approve Legislative Transfer Request 2021-5 and
Legislative Transfer Request 2021-6. The motion prevailed 28-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin,
Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink, Tate,
Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff,
Thanedar, Weiss.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid SB 627 and SB 628 before the committee:
SB 627
(Sen. LaSata)
A bill to provide for the recovery or replacement
of durable monuments defining the Michigan-
Indiana state line; to create a commission; to
provide for the powers and duties of certain state
and local governmental officers and agencies; and
to repeal acts and parts of acts.
SB 628
(Sen. LaSata)
A bill to amend 1990 PA 345, entitled "State
survey and remonumentation act," by amending
section 12 (MCL 54.272), as amended by 2014 PA
166.
Marcus Coffin, representing the House Fiscal Agency, gave a presentation on the proposed
substitutes for SB 627 and SB 628. Questions and discussion followed.
Katie Witkowski, representing Senator Theis's Office, testified on SB 627 and SB 628.
Representative Bollin moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to SB 627. The motion prevailed 28-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin,
Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink, Tate,
Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff,
Thanedar, Weiss.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Bollin moved to report out SB 627 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2).
The motion prevailed 28-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin,
Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink, Tate,
Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff,
Thanedar, Weiss.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Whiteford moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 628. The motion prevailed
28-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin,
Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink, Tate,
Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff,
Thanedar, Weiss.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Whiteford moved to report out SB 628 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-1). The motion prevailed 28-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin,
Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink, Tate,
Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff,
Thanedar, Weiss.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Tate moved to excuse Representative Hammoud from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Thomas Albert adjourned the
meeting at 9:46 AM.
Representative Thomas Albert, Chair
Matt Carnagie
Committee Clerk
mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON ENERGY
REP. JOE BELLINO
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
9:00 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Committee on Energy was called to order by Chair Bellino.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Bellino, Markkanen, Hoitenga, Berman, Paquette, Martin, Outman, Roth,
Manoogian, Sneller, Haadsma, Morse, Puri, Scott.
Absent: Reps. Reilly, Cherry.
Excused: Reps. Reilly, Cherry.
Representative Haadsma joined the committee remotely.
Representative Outman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from November 3, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5292 before the committee:
HB 5292
(Rep. Slagh)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled "Open
meetings act," by amending section 3a (MCL
15.263a), as amended by 2021 PA 54.
Representative Slagh; Katie Abraham, representing the Michigan Municipal Electric
Association; and Dave Koster, General Manager of the Holland Board of Public Works, and
Chairman of the Michigan Public Power Agency, testified together in support of HB 5292.
Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5292, but did not wish to speak:
Mike Spence, representing the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG).
The Chair laid SB 103 before the committee:
SB 103
(Sen. Schmidt)
A bill to provide for the rights of certain electric
transmission line owners; to impose certain
requirements on certain electric transmission line
owners; and to provide for the powers and duties
of certain state agencies.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 103, but did not wish to speak:
Jeff Stoutenburg, representing DOW.
Brian O'Connell, representing General Motors.
Representative Outman moved to report out SB 103 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 11-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bellino, Hoitenga, Berman, Martin, Outman, Roth, Manoogian, Sneller,
Morse, Puri, Scott.
Nays: Reps. Markkanen, Paquette.
Pass: None.
Representative Markkanen moved to excuse Representatives Reilly and Cherry from the
meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Bellino adjourned the meeting at
9:19 AM.
Representative Joe Bellino, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND MUNICIPAL FINANCE
REP. JULIE A. CALLEY
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
12:00 PM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Committee on Local Government and Municipal Finance was called to order by
Chair Calley.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Calley, Bezotte, Howell, Alexander, Bellino, Berman, Paquette, Slagh,
Ellison, Sowerby, Garza, Kuppa, Cavanagh.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Howell moved to adopt the meeting minutes from November 3, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5427 before the committee:
HB 5427
(Rep. Howell)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled "Open
meetings act," by amending section 3a (MCL
15.263a), as amended by 2021 PA 54.
Representative Howell moved to report out HB 5427 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 9-4-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Calley, Bezotte, Howell, Alexander, Bellino, Berman, Paquette, Slagh,
Ellison.
Nays: Reps. Sowerby, Garza, Kuppa, Cavanagh.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid SB 242 and SB 245 before the committee:
SB 242
(Sen. McBroom)
A bill to amend 1966 PA 261, entitled "An act to
provide for the apportionment of county boards of
commissioners; to prescribe the size of the board;
to provide for appeals; to prescribe the manner of
election of the members of the county board of
commissioners; to provide for compensation of
members; to prescribe penalties and provide
remedies; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by
amending sections 10 and 12 (MCL 46.410 and
46.412), section 12 as amended by 2013 PA 84.
SB 245
(Sen. Moss)
A bill to amend 1966 PA 293, entitled "An act to
provide for the establishment of charter counties;
to provide for the election of charter
commissioners; to prescribe their powers and
duties; to prohibit certain acts of a county board of
commissioners after the approval of the election of
a charter commission; to prescribe the mandatory
and permissive provisions of a charter; to provide
for the exercise by a charter county of certain
powers whether or not authorized by its charter;
and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies,"
by amending section 14 (MCL 45.514), as
amended by 2017 PA 210.
Representative Alexander moved to report out SB 242 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 10-2-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Calley, Bezotte, Alexander, Bellino, Paquette, Slagh, Ellison, Garza, Kuppa,
Cavanagh.
Nays: Reps. Howell, Sowerby.
Pass: Rep. Berman.
Representative Ellison moved to report out SB 245 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 10-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Calley, Bezotte, Alexander, Bellino, Paquette, Slagh, Ellison, Garza, Kuppa,
Cavanagh.
Nays: Reps. Howell, Sowerby.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Calley adjourned the meeting at
12:08 PM.
Representative Julie Calley, Chair
Molly Wingrove
Committee Clerk
mwingrove@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TAX POLICY
REP. MATT HALL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
10:30 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Committee on Tax Policy was called to order by Chair Hall.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hall, Tisdel, Calley, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Meerman, O'Malley,
Beeler, Outman, Yancey, Ellison, Brixie, Kuppa, Neeley, Cavanagh.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Tisdel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from November 3, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4116 before the committee:
HB 4116
(Rep. Kahle)
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax
act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.713) by adding
section 280.
Representative Kahle, with Chris Miller, representing PlaneWave Instruments, testified in
support of HB 4116. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4116, but did not wish to speak:
Leah Robinson, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
Jen Rigterink, representing the Michigan Municipal League.
The Chair laid HB 5502, HB 5503, HB 5504, HB 5505 and HB 5506 before the committee:
HB 5502
(Rep. Tisdel)
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The
general property tax act," by amending section 9m
(MCL 211.9m), as amended by 2017 PA 261.
HB 5503
(Rep. Farrington)
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The
general property tax act," by amending section 9n
(MCL 211.9n), as amended by 2017 PA 261.
HB 5504
(Rep. Calley)
A bill to amend 2014 PA 92, entitled "State
essential services assessment act," by amending
section 7 (MCL 211.1057), as amended by 2018
PA 541.
HB 5505
(Rep. Cavanagh)
A bill to amend 2014 PA 93, entitled "Alternative
state essential services assessment act," by
amending section 7 (MCL 211.1077), as amended
by 2018 PA 505.
HB 5506
(Rep. Ellison)
A bill to amend 1974 PA 198, entitled "An act to
provide for the establishment of plant
rehabilitation districts and industrial development
districts in local governmental units; to provide for
the exemption from certain taxes; to levy and
collect a specific tax upon the owners of certain
facilities; to impose and provide for the
disposition of an administrative fee; to provide for
the disposition of the tax; to provide for the
obtaining and transferring of an exemption
certificate and to prescribe the contents of those
certificates; to prescribe the powers and duties of
the state tax commission and certain officers of
local governmental units; and to provide
penalties," by amending section 6 (MCL 207.556),
as amended by 2013 PA 85.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5502, HB 5503, HB 5504, HB 5505
and HB 5506, but did not wish to speak:
Valerie Knol, representing Stellantis.
Leah Robinson, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
Representative Tisdel moved to report out HB 5502 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hall, Tisdel, Calley, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Meerman, O'Malley, Beeler,
Outman, Yancey, Ellison, Brixie, Kuppa, Neeley, Cavanagh.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Farrington moved to report out HB 5503 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hall, Tisdel, Calley, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Meerman, O'Malley, Beeler,
Outman, Yancey, Ellison, Brixie, Kuppa, Neeley, Cavanagh.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Calley moved to report out HB 5504 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hall, Tisdel, Calley, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Meerman, O'Malley, Beeler,
Outman, Yancey, Ellison, Brixie, Kuppa, Neeley, Cavanagh.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Cavanagh moved to report out HB 5505 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hall, Tisdel, Calley, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Meerman, O'Malley, Beeler,
Outman, Yancey, Ellison, Brixie, Kuppa, Neeley, Cavanagh.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Ellison moved to report out HB 5506 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hall, Tisdel, Calley, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Meerman, O'Malley, Beeler,
Outman, Yancey, Ellison, Brixie, Kuppa, Neeley, Cavanagh.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair returned to HB 4116.
Aaron Keel and Scott Darragh, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified
in opposition to HB 4116. Questions and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Matt Hall adjourned the meeting
at 11:44 AM.
Representative Matt Hall, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


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MEMBERS:
SEN. ED MCBROOM, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL
SEN. PAUL WOJNO, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON ELECTIONS
SENATOR RUTH A. JOHNSON
CHAIR
7300 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1636
FAX: (517) 373-1453
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
November 10, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Elections was scheduled for Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at 2:00
p.m., in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SB 273 (S-1) (Sen. Johnson) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported SB 278 (S-1) (Sen. MacDonald) with recommendation and immediate effect.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 2:01 p.m. She instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Johnson, Sen.(s) McBroom, VanderWall, and Wojno, a quorum was
present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to adopt the meeting minutes from October 20, 2021.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair offered (S-1) versions of both SB 273 and SB 278.
The Chair invited Garrett Wheat, of the Chair's office, to summarize the (S-1) versions of SB 273 and SB 278.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 273 and SB 278:
Adam Reames, Michigan Department of State – Oppose
James Johnson, Pure Integrity for Michigan Elections – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 273 (S-
1):
Bill Zaagman, Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks – Oppose
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 278 (S-
1):
Bill Zaagman, Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 273:
The Michigan Democratic Party – Oppose
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The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 273 and
SB 278:
Kathy McClinchey, Pure Integrity for Michigan Elections – Support
Shira Roza, Promote the Vote – Oppose
Paula Bowman and Christina Schlitt, The League of Women Voters of Michigan – Oppose
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 273. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chair Johnson, Sen.(s) McBroom, VanderWall, and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to report the (S-1) version of SB 273 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Johnson, Sen.(s) McBroom and VanderWall
Nays: Sen. Wojno
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 273 (S-1). Without objection, immediate
effect was recommended.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 278. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chair Johnson, Sen.(s) McBroom, VanderWall, and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report the (S-1) version of SB 278 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Johnson, Sen.(s) McBroom and VanderWall
Nays: Sen. Wojno
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 278 (S-1). 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 2:21 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: December 8, 2021
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MEMBERS:
SEN. ARIC NESBITT, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. KEVIN DALEY
SEN. JON C. BUMSTEAD
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL
SEN. STEPHANIE CHANG, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. BETTY JEAN ALEXANDER
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
SENATOR JIM RUNESTAD
CHAIR
7500 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1758
FAX: (517) 373-0938
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
November 10, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Finance was scheduled for Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at 12:30
p.m., in room 1200 of the Binsfeld Office Building.
________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 720 (Sen. Runestad).
2. Testimony regarding SB 721 (Sen. Runestad).
3. Testimony regarding SB 722 (Sen. Runestad).
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:33 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander, a
quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to adopt the meeting minutes from October 27, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair brought up SB's 720 – 722.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB's 720 – 722:
Paul Connors, Legislative Liaison, Michigan Department of Treasury – Support
Sal Gaglio, Tax Policy Division, Michigan Department of Treasury – Support
Jack Panitch, Tax Policy Division, Michigan Department of Treasury – Support
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB's 720 – 722:
Matt Breslin, Cigar Association of America – Support SB 720
Andrew Schepers, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network – Oppose
The Chair moved to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Sen. Bumstead was excused
from the meeting.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the meeting. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:12 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 12/08/2021


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MEMBERS:
SEN. MIKE SHIRKEY
SEN. JON C. BUMSTEAD
SEN. JIM ANANICH
SEN. CURTIS HERTEL, JR.
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON SENATE FISCAL AGENCY
GOVERNING BOARD
SENATOR JIM STAMAS
CHAIR
S-324 CAPITOL BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7946
FAX: (517) 373-2678
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
November 16, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Senate Fiscal Agency Governing Board was scheduled for Tuesday,
November 16, 2021, at 10:00 a.m., in the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Approved the minutes from the September 15, 2021 meeting.
2. Approved the appointment of Kathryn Summers as Director of the Senate Fiscal Agency.
3. Discussed the appointment by Kathryn Summers of Steve Angelotti as Deputy Director of the Senate
Fiscal Agency.
4. Adjourned.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 10:01 a.m.. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Stamas, Sen.(s) Ananich and Hertel, a quorum was present.
The Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Ananich, to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without
objection, Sen.(s) Shirkey and Bumstead were excused from the meeting.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Ananich, supported by Sen. Hertel, to adopt the previous meeting's
minutes. Without objection, the minutes from the September 15, 2021 meeting were adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Stamas to appoint Kathryn Summers as the Director of the Senate Fiscal
Agency, supported by Sen. Ananich. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Stamas, Sen.(s) Ananich, and Hertel.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the appointment was confirmed.
The Chair asked if there was further discussion. Kathryn Summers indicated her intention to appoint Steve
Angelotti as the Deputy Director of the Senate Fiscal Agency.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Hertel, supported
by Sen. Stamas, to adjourn the committee at 10:04 a.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE
REP. JULIE ALEXANDER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, November 30,
2021
8:00
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Agriculture committee is meeting jointly with the House Appropriations
Subcommittee on Agriculture and Rural Development.
The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture and Rural Development and Natural
Resources was called to order by Chair Allor.
The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Alexander.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Alexander, Posthumus, Bellino, Rendon, Filler, Carra, Cambensy, Hope,
Witwer, Puri.
Absent: Rep. Garza.
Excused: Rep. Garza.
Representatives Hope, Witwer, and Puri attended the meeting remotely.
Chair Alexander laid the presentation on the Agricultural Nutrient Best Management Voluntary
Practices Program before the committee.
Director Gary McDowel and Director of Finance and Budget Sylvia Renteria, both representing
the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, provided a presentation on the
Agricultural Nutrient Best Management Voluntary Practices Program covered the following
topics: What is Phosphorous, Phosphorous in Western Lake Erie Basin, New Pilot Program, Cost
Categories, and Going Forward. Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Alexander moved to excuse Representative Garza from the meeting. There being
no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Julie Alexander adjourned the House
Committee on Agriculture at 9:11 AM.
Rep. Sue Allor adjourned the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture and Rural
Development and Natural Resources at 9:12 AM.
Representative Julie Alexander, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov


location: Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol Building