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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
REP. THOMAS A. ALBERT
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, March 24, 2021
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, Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar,
Weiss.
Absent: Rep. Cynthia Johnson.
Excused: Rep. Cynthia Johnson.
Representative Allor and Representative Tate joined the committee remotely.
Representative Whiteford moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 17, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4467 and HB 4468 before the committee:
HB 4467
(Rep. Lightner)
A bill to amend 1953 PA 232, entitled
"Corrections code of 1953," (MCL 791.201 to
791.285) by adding section 8b.
HB 4468
(Rep. Anthony)
A bill to amend 1953 PA 232, entitled
"Corrections code of 1953," (MCL 791.201 to
791.285) by adding section 8c.
Representative Lightner and Representative Anthony introduced the bills. Questions and
discussion followed.
Ray Sholtz, representing the Michigan Corrections Organization, testified in support of HB
4467 and HB 4468.
The Chair laid HB 4263, HB 4264, HB 4265 and HB 4266 before the committee:
HB 4263
(Rep. Paquette)
A bill to amend 1980 PA 300, entitled "The public
school employees retirement act of 1979," by
amending section 41 (MCL 38.1341), as amended
by 2018 PA 512.
HB 4264
(Rep. Steven Johnson)
A bill to amend 1943 PA 240, entitled "State
employees' retirement act," by amending sections
20g, 38, 49, and 68b (MCL 38.20g, 38.38, 38.49,
and 38.68b), section 20g as amended by 1987 PA
241, section 38 as amended and section 68b as
added by 2011 PA 264, and section 49 as amended
by 2018 PA 336.
HB 4265
(Rep. Bollin)
A bill to amend 1992 PA 234, entitled "The judges
retirement act of 1992," by amending sections
301, 305, 509, 604, 714, and 719 (MCL 38.2301,
38.2305, 38.2509, 38.2604, 38.2664, and
38.2669), sections 305 and 714 as amended by
2002 PA 95, section 604 as amended by 2018 PA
335, and section 719 as added by 1996 PA 523,
and by adding sections 509a and 714a.
HB 4266
(Rep. Brann)
A bill to amend 1986 PA 182, entitled "State
police retirement act of 1986," by amending
sections 11 and 14 (MCL 38.1611 and 38.1614),
as amended by 2018 PA 674.
Anthony Estell, representing the Michigan Office of Retirement Services, testified with no
position on HB 4263, HB 4264, HB 4265 and HB 4266. Questions and discussion followed.
The committee returned to consideration of HB 4467.
Representative Whiteford moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4467. The motion prevailed
26-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn,
Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink, Hammoud,
Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar, Weiss.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The committee returned to consideration of HB 4263, HB 4264, HB 4265 and HB 4266.
Representative Brann moved to adopt substitute (H-5) to HB 4263. The motion prevailed 26-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn,
Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink, Hammoud,
Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar, Weiss.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hornberger moved to report out HB 4263 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-5). The motion prevailed 25-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn,
Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink, Hammoud,
Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. Weiss.
Representative VanSingel moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4264. The motion prevailed
26-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn,
Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink, Hammoud,
Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar, Weiss.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Yaroch moved to report out HB 4264 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
2). The motion prevailed 25-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn,
Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink, Hammoud,
Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. Weiss.
Representative Bollin moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4265. The motion prevailed 26-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn,
Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink, Hammoud,
Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar, Weiss.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Glenn moved to report out HB 4265 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
2). The motion prevailed 16-6-4:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn,
Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink.
Nays: Reps. Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Weiss.
Pass: Reps. Hammoud, Peterson, Hood, Thanedar.
Representative Huizenga moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4266. The motion prevailed
26-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn,
Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink, Hammoud,
Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar, Weiss.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Beson moved to report out HB 4266 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
3). The motion prevailed 25-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn,
Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink, Hammoud,
Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. Weiss.
Representative Hammoud moved to excuse Representative Cynthia Johnson 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 9:49 AM.
Representative Thomas Albert, Chair
Matt Carnagie
Committee Clerk
mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


location: Room 327, House Office Building

meeting_state: held

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON FINANCIAL SERVICES
REP. DIANA FARRINGTON
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, March 24, 2021
12:00 PM
Room 327, House Office Building
The House Committee on Financial Services was called to order by Chair Farrington.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Farrington, Wakeman, Griffin, Reilly, O'Malley, Carra, Clemente,
Camilleri, Rogers, Scott, Young.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Camilleri attended the meeting remotely.
Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 17, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Mike Tierney, representing the Community Bankers of Michigan, gave an overview
presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed.
Mark Kolanowski, representing Highpoint Community Bank, gave an overview presentation
to the committee. Questions and discussion followed.
Liz Schrum and Eric Kamerath, representing the American Association of Consumer Credit
Professionals, gave an overview presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion
followed.
John Barnes, representing Veritec, gave an overview presentation to the committee. Questions
and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Diana Farrington adjourned the
meeting at 12:54 PM.
Representative Diana Farrington, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


location: Room 308, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
REP. MIKE MUELLER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, March 24, 2021
12:00 PM
Room 308, House Office Building
The House Committee on Government Operations was called to order by Chairman Mueller.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Mueller, VanWoerkom, Hauck, Cherry, Rabhi.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
At 12:01 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 12:13 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Representative Cherry moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 11, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4268 before the committee:
HB 4268
(Rep. Meerman)
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, and by adding sections
2254 and 2454.
Representative Hauck moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4268. 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 4268 with recommendation, as
substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 3-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Mueller, VanWoerkom, Hauck.
Nays: Reps. Cherry, Rabhi.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HR 56 before the committee:
HR 56
(Rep. Martin)
A resolution to declare opposition to the excessive
fees sought by the plaintiffs' attorneys in the Flint
water crisis settlement.
Representative Cherry moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HR 56. 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 HR 56 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.
There being no further business before the committee, Chairman Mueller adjourned the
meeting at 12:19 PM.
Representative Mike Mueller, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Acting Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TAX POLICY
REP. MATT HALL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, March 24,
2021
10:30
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
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.
The Chair laid HB 4288 before the committee:
HB 4288
(Rep. Tisdel)
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax
act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.713) by adding
sections 254 and 675 and part 4.
Representative Tidsel made remarks to the committee.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4288, but did not wish to speak:
Matt Patton, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber.
Dawn Crandall, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan.
Amy Drumm, representing the Michigan Retailers Association.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4288, but did not wish to speak:
Aaron Keel, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury.
Representative Tisdel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 17, 2021. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4485 before the committee:
HB 4485
(Rep. Hall)
A bill to amend 1993 PA 327, entitled "Tobacco
products tax act," by amending section 7 (MCL
205.427), as amended by 2016 PA 86.
David Jessup, representing the Premium Cigar Association, testified in support of HB 4485.
Questions and discussion followed.
Andy Hyde, representing Nolans Cigar Bar, Michigan Premium Cigar and Pipe Retailers
Association, testified in support of HB 4485. Questions and discussion followed.
Mark Rezenbrink, representing Tuttle's Select Cigars, testified in support of HB 4485.
Paul Connors, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified with a neutral
position on HB 4485. Questions and discussion followed.
Paul Weisberger, representing Wild Bills Tobacco, testified in support of HB 4485.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4485, but did not wish to speak:
Amy Drumm, representing the Michigan Retailers Association.
Matt Breslin, representing the Cigar Association of Michigan.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4485, but did not wish to speak:
Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy.
Bridget Melinn, representing the American Heart Association.
The Chair laid HB 4289 and HB 4290 before the committee:
HB 4289
(Rep. Damoose)
A bill to create the Michigan first-time home
buyer savings program; to provide for first-time
home buyer savings accounts; to prescribe the
powers and duties of certain state agencies,
boards, and departments; to allow certain tax
deductions; and to provide for penalties and
remedies.
HB 4290
(Rep. Manoogian)
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax
act of 1967," by amending section 30 (MCL
206.30), as amended by 2020 PA 65.
Representative Hall moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4289. 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 Tisdel moved to report out HB 4289 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
2). The motion prevailed 12-2-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hall, Tisdel, Calley, Meerman, O'Malley, Beeler, Outman, Yancey, Ellison,
Brixie, Neeley, Cavanagh.
Nays: Reps. Farrington, Steven Johnson.
Pass: Rep. Kuppa.
Representative Tisdel moved to report out HB 4290 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 12-2-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hall, Tisdel, Calley, Meerman, O'Malley, Beeler, Outman, Yancey, Ellison,
Brixie, Neeley, Cavanagh.
Nays: Reps. Farrington, Steven Johnson.
Pass: Rep. Kuppa.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4289 and HB 4290, but did not wish
to speak:
Matt Patton, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber.
Dawn Crandall, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4289 and HB 4290, but did not
wish to speak:
Aaron Keel, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury.
The Chair laid HB 4324 before the committee:
HB 4324
(Rep. Meerman)
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax
act of 1967," by amending section 607 (MCL
206.607), as amended by 2018 PA 38.
Representative Tisdel moved to report out HB 4324 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 10-3-2:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hall, Tisdel, Calley, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Meerman, O'Malley, Beeler,
Outman, Ellison.
Nays: Reps. Brixie, Neeley, Cavanagh.
Pass: Reps. Yancey, Kuppa.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4324, but did not wish to speak:
Val Knol, representing the Stellantis.
The Chair laid HB 4568, HB 4569 and HB 4571 before the committee:
HB 4568
(Rep. Hall)
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax
act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.713) by adding
sections 301a and 681a.
HB 4569
(Rep. Beeler)
A bill to amend 1964 PA 284, entitled "City
income tax act," (MCL 141.501 to 141.787) by
adding sections 40 and 80 to chapter 2.
HB 4571
(Rep. Yancey)
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax
act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.713) by adding
section 301a.
Chair Hall testified in support of HB 4568.
Representative Yancey testified in support of HB 4571.
Representative Tisdel moved to report out HB 4571 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 Tisdel moved to report out HB 4568 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 Beeler testified in support of HB 4569.
Chris Hackbarth, representing the Michigan Municipal League, testified in support of HB
4569.
Representative Tisdel moved to report out HB 4569 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 following people submitted a card in support of HB 4568, HB 4569 and HB 4571, but
did not wish to speak:
Aaron Keel, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury.
Mike Johnston, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association.
The Chair laid HB 4237 before the committee:
HB 4237
(Rep. Steven Johnson)
A bill to repeal 1899 PA 188, entitled "Michigan
estate tax act," (MCL 205.201 to 205.256).
Representative Johnson testified in support of HB 4237. Questions and discussion followed.
Aaron Keel and Sarah Pierson, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified in
opposition to HB 4237. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4237, but did not wish to speak:
Amanda Fisher, representing the National Federation of Independent Businesses.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4237, but did not wish to speak:
Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Matt Hall adjourned the meeting
at 11:44 AM.
Representative Matt Hall, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


location: the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room

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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
March 24, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Energy and Technology was scheduled for Wednesday, March 24, 2021,
at 12:30 p.m., in the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 4210 (Rep. Beth Griffin) with recommendation.
2. Presentation on Line 5 from Michigan Gas Propane Association
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:30 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Lauwers, Sen.(s) Horn, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Bumstead, Bizon,
Schmidt, McCann, Brinks and Bullock, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to adopt the meeting minutes from March 16, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding
Gavin Goetz, AT&T Michigan – Support
Jennifer Greenburg, Telecom Assoc. of MI – Support
The Chair made a motion to report HB 4210 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chair Lauwers, Sen.(s) LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Bumstead, Bizon, and Schmidt.
Nays: Sen.(s) McCann, Brinks, and Bullock.
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
At 12:51 p.m. Senator Horn entered the meeting.
The Chair invited the following members of Michigan Propane Gas Association to present on Line 5:
Jane Tomascewski, Director of Supply, Crystal Flash
Wayne Kohley, Owner Excel, Propane
Michael Sloan, Senior Director, Energy Markets ICF
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The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection,
Sen. McMorrow was 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 1:54 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: April 13, 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
March 24, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Finance was scheduled for Wednesday, March 24, 2021, at 12:00 p.m.,
in room 403 of the Capitol Building.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SB 145 (Sen. Horn) with recommendation.
2. Reported SB 146 (Sen. Runestad) with recommendation.
3. Reported SB 248 (S-1) (Sen. Runestad) with recommendation.
4. Presentation by the Michigan Department of Treasury.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:04 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang, and
Alexander, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to adopt the meeting minutes from March 10, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair brought up SB's 145-146.
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB's 145-146:
Dan Papineau, Michigan Chamber – Support
Matt Patton, Detroit Regional Chamber – Support
Haleigh Krombeen, Michigan Credit Union League and Affiliates – Support
Joanne Misuraca, Michigan Mortgage Lenders Association - Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to report SB 145 to the floor with recommendation that the bill
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall and Chang
Nays: Sen. Alexander
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to report SB 146 to the floor with recommendation that the bill
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall and Chang
Nays: Sen. Alexander
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair brought up SB 248 and the (S-1) substitute.
The Chair invited Dan Papineau of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce to summarize SB 248 and the (S-1)
substitute.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony via Zoom regarding SB 248:
Paul Connors, Michigan Department of Treasury – Oppose
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB 248:
John Lindley, Michigan Association of CPA's – Support.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 248. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to report SB 248 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation that the
bill pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair invited Paul Connors and Sal Gaglio from the Michigan Department of Treasury to give the
committee a presentation on the Michigan Tobacco Products Tax Act entitled Tobacco Products Tax Act:
Background, Revenue, and Recommendations.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the meeting. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:55 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 04/14/2021


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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
March 24, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Appropriations was scheduled for Wednesday, March 24, 2021, at
2:00 p.m., in the Senate Hearing Room of the Boji Tower.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SB 243 (S-1) (Sen. MacDonald) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported SB 256 (Sen. Victory) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Reported HB 4469 (Rep. Allor) with recommendation and immediate effect.
4. Presentation by Senate Fiscal Director, Christopher Harkins, regarding the impacts of the
American Rescue Act on Michigan.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 2:00 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time,
the following members were present; Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Schmidt, Barrett, Bizon, Daley,
LaSata, MacDonald, Outman, Runestad, Victory, Hertel, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer, a quorum was
present.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata, supported by Sen. Daley, to adopt the committee
meeting minutes from March 17, 2021. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman invited Sen. MacDonald to summarize SB 243 & the (S-1) version for the committee.
The Chairman recessed the committee from 2:05pm -2:07pm.
At 2:07pm, Sen.(s) Nesbitt and Hollier entered the meeting.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. MacGregor, supported by Sen. Victory, to adopt the (S-1)
version to SB 243. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Schmidt, Barrett, Bizon, Daley, LaSata, MacDonald,
Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer
Nays: None
The bill substitute was adopted.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt, supported by Sen. Bizon, to report SB 243 to the floor
with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Schmidt, Barrett, Bizon, Daley, LaSata, MacDonald,
Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer
Nays: None
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The bill was reported.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead, supported by Sen. Outman, to recommend immediate
effect for SB 243. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.
Next, the Chairman invited Sen. Victory to summarize SB 256 for the committee.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Victory, supported by Sen. Daley, to report SB 256 to the floor
with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Schmidt, Barrett, Bizon, Daley, LaSata, MacDonald,
Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer
Nays: None
The bill was reported.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Schmidt, supported by Sen. Barrett, to recommend immediate
effect for SB 256. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.
Next, the Chairman invited Ben Dawson, of the Senate Fiscal Agency, to summarize HB 4469 for the
committee.
The Chairman read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee.
Chris Burch, Six Rivers Land Conservancy – Support
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead, supported by Sen. Schmidt, to report HB 4469 to the
floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Schmidt, Barrett, Bizon, Daley, LaSata, MacDonald,
Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer
Nays: None
The bill was reported.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett, supported by Sen. MacDonald, to recommend
immediate effect for HB 4469. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.
Next the Chairman invited Senate Fiscal Director, Christopher Harkins, to give a presentation to the
committee regarding the impacts of the American Rescue Act on Michigan.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata, supported by Sen. Schmidt, to adjourn the committee.
The Senate Committee on Appropriations adjourned at 3:05 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee:
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evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. JON C. BUMSTEAD, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. RICK OUTMAN
SEN. WAYNE A. SCHMIDT
SEN. SEAN MCCANN, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES
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
March 24, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Natural Resources was scheduled for Wednesday, March 24, 2021, at
8:30 a.m., in Room 403 of the Capitol Building.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follow:
1. Testimony regarding SB 251 (Sen. McBroom).
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chair called the meeting to order at 8:38 a.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Outman, Schmidt and McCann, a
quorum was present.
The Chair invited the committee to recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead to adopt the meeting minutes from March 17, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair summarized SB 251 for the committee. Member questions and discussion followed.
The Chair acknowledged written testimony was submitted by Daniel Eichinger, Director, Michigan Department
of Natural Resources, opposed to SB 251. Member discussion followed.
The Chair invited the following individual to present testimony regarding SB 251:
Scott Everett, Michigan Fish Producers Association – Support. Member questions followed.
The Chair acknowledged written testimony was submitted by Amy Trotter, Michigan United Conservation
Clubs, opposed to SB 251. Member discussion followed.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB 251:
Craig Brunet, Michigan Department of Natural Resources – Oppose.
Amy Trotter, Michigan United Conservation Clubs – Oppose.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Outman to
adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 8:54 a.m.
Date adopted by committee: 05/19/2021


location: Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building

evidence_text:
The Appropriations Subcommittee on Corrections and Judiciary submitted the following:

Meeting held on Wednesday, March 24, 2021, at 11:30 a.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Bizon (C) and Hollier

Excused: Senator Runestad


location: the 403 Room of the Capitol Building

evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. TOM BARRETT, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JIM RUNESTAD
SEN. RUTH A. JOHNSON
SEN. DALE W. ZORN
SEN. MARSHALL BULLOCK, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. BETTY JEAN ALEXANDER
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON FAMILIES, SENIORS,
AND VETERANS
SENATOR JOHN BIZON, M.D.
CHAIR
3400 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-2426
FAX: (517) 373-2964
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
March 24, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Families, Seniors, and Veterans was scheduled for Wednesday, March
24, 2021, at 3:00 p.m., in the 403 Room of the Capitol Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding HB 4122 (Rep. Glenn).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 3:03 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Bizon, Sen.(s) Barrett, Runestad, Johnson, Zorn, Bullock and
Alexander, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to adopt the meeting minutes from March 3, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4122:
Fred Schaible, MDMVA – Support
Meghann Kite, MAC – Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:20 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: April 28, 2021
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location: Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building

evidence_text:
The Appropriations Subcommittee on General Government submitted the following:

Meeting held on Wednesday, March 24, 2021, at 3:00 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Victory (C), Bumstead, MacDonald and Irwin

Senator LaSata moved that the Senate adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 12:29 p.m.

Pursuant to Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 12, the President, Lieutenant Governor Gilchrist, declared the Senate adjourned until Tuesday, April 13, 2021, at 10:00 a.m.

MARGARET O’BRIEN

Secretary of the Senate


evidence_text:
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
March 24, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on General Government was scheduled for Wednesday,
March 24, 2021, at 3:00 p.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 3:07 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Victory, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacDonald and Irwin, a quorum was
present.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding
Dana Nessel, Attorney General – Support
The Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Irwin, to adopt the meeting minutes from March 17, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding
Cheri Bruinsma, PACC – Support
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding
Nicole Beverly, Self – Support
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding
Miriam "Jane" Black O'Shea, Junior League of Michigan – Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. MacDonald,
to adjourn the committee at 4:19 p.m.Without objection, the committee was adjourned.
Date Adopted by Committee: April 21, 2021
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON HOUSE FISCAL AGENCY GOVERNING COMMITTEE
REP. THOMAS A. ALBERT
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, March 24,
2021
8:30
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Committee on House Fiscal Agency Governing Committee was called to order by
Chair Albert.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Albert, Wentworth, Frederick, Lasinski, Rabhi.
Absent: Rep. Tate.
Excused: Rep. Tate.
Chair Albert recognized Mary Ann Cleary, Director of the House Fiscal Agency, for an
explanation of the Quarterly Report prepared by the House Fiscal Agency dated March 24th,
2021. Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Frederick moved to approve the Quarterly Report. The motion prevailed 5-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Albert, Wentworth, Frederick, Lasinski, Rabhi.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Frederick moved to excuse Representative Tate 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 8:39 AM.
Representative Thomas Albert, Chair
Matt Carnagie
Committee Clerk
mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY
REP. BRONNA KAHLE
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, March 25,
2021
10:30
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Committee on Health Policy was called to order by Chair Kahle.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller,
Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Whitsett, Neeley, Morse.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Allor joined the committee remotely.
Representative Whiteford moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 17, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative Mueller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 18, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4087 before the committee:
HB 4087
(Rep. Yaroch)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 390, entitled "Emergency
management act," (MCL 30.401 to 30.421) by
adding section 7b.
Representative Yaroch, testified in support of HB 4087. Questions and discussion followed.
Jeff White, representing the Richmond Lenox EMS and as a member of the Michigan
Association of Ambulance Services, testified in support of HB 4087. Questions and
discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4087, but did not wish to speak:
Stephanie Johnson, representing the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police.
Matt Saxton, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association.
Grant Consulting, representing MOPEC.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Kahle adjourned the meeting at
11:27 AM.
Representative Bronna Kahle, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


location: Room 307, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION
REP. GARY HOWELL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, March 25, 2021
10:30 AM
Room 307, House Office Building
The House Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by
Chair Howell.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy,
Aiyash.
Absent: Rep. Marino.
Excused: Rep. Marino.
Representative Cambensy moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 18, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4454, HB 4455, HB 4456, HB 4457, HB 4458, HB 4459, HB 4460 and
HB 4461 before the committee:
HB 4454
(Rep. Howell)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 11502 and 11503 (MCL
324.11502 and 324.11503), section 11502 as
amended by 2018 PA 640 and section 11503 as
amended by 2020 PA 85, and by designating
sections 11501 to 11508 as subpart 1 of part 115.
HB 4455
(Rep. Cambensy)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 11504, 11505, 11506, 11507,
11507a, and 11508 (MCL 324.11504, 324.11505,
324.11506, 324.11507, 324.11507a, and
324.11508), section 11504 as amended by 2020
PA 85, section 11505 as amended by 2018 PA 640,
section 11506 as amended by 2018 PA 615, and
section 11507a as amended by 2004 PA 39.
HB 4456
(Rep. Sowerby)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 11509, 11510, 11511, 11511a,
11511b, 11512, 11513, 11514, 11514b, 11515,
11516, 11517, 11518, 11519, 11519b, and 11521b
(MCL 324.11509, 324.11510, 324.11511,
324.11511a, 324.11511b, 324.11512, 324.11513,
324.11514, 324.11514b, 324.11515, 324.11516,
324.11517, 324.11518, 324.11519, 324.11519b,
and 324.11521b), sections 11509, 11510, 11512,
11513, 11515, 11516, and 11518 as amended and
sections 11511a and 11519b as added by 2018 PA
640, section 11511 as amended by 2011 PA 215,
section 11511b as amended by 2016 PA 437,
section 11514 as amended by 2008 PA 394,
section 11514b as added by 2018 PA 688, sections
11517 and 11519 as amended by 1996 PA 358,
and section 11521b as added by 2014 PA 24, by
designating sections 11509 to 11519b as subpart 2
and section 11521b as subpart 3 of part 115, and
by adding sections 11512b, 11512d, 11512f, and
11512h; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
HB 4457
(Rep. Rabhi)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 11523, 11523a, 11523b, 11525,
11525a, and 11525b (MCL 324.11523,
324.11523a, 324.11523b, 324.11525, 324.11525a,
and 324.11525b), sections 11523, 11523a, 11523b,
11525, and 11525b as amended by 2018 PA 640
and section 11525a as amended by 2019 PA 77, by
designating sections 11523 to 11525f as subpart 4
of part 115, and by adding sections 11525d and
11525f.
HB 4458
(Rep. O'Malley)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 11526, 11526a, 11527, 11528,
11531, 11532, 11533, 11539, 11540, 11541,
11546, and 11549 (MCL 324.11526, 324.11526a,
324.11527, 324.11528, 324.11531, 324.11532,
324.11533, 324.11539, 324.11540, 324.11541,
324.11546, and 324.11549), section 11526 as
amended by 2004 PA 43, section 11526a as added
by 2004 PA 40, sections 11528 and 11539 as
amended by 2018 PA 640, section 11533 as
amended by 2004 PA 44, section 11541 as
amended by 1996 PA 358, section 11546 as
amended by 2006 PA 56, and section 11549 as
amended by 2006 PA 58, and by designating
sections 11526 to 11533 as subpart 5, sections
11539 to 11541 as subpart 6, and sections 11546
to 11549 as subpart 7 of part 115; and to repeal
acts and parts of acts.
HB 4459
(Rep. Martin)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 11550, 11553, and 11554
(MCL 324.11550, 324.11553, and 324.11554),
section 11550 as amended by 2020 PA 201 and
sections 11553 and 11554 as added by 2014 PA
178, and by designating section 11550 as subpart 8
and sections 11553 and 11554 as subpart 9 of part
115.
HB 4460
(Rep. VanSingel)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act,"
(MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding subpart
10 to part 115.
HB 4461
(Rep. Tate)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act,"
(MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding subpart
11 to part 115.
Travis Boeskool and Liz Browne, representing the Department of Environment, Great Lakes
and Energy, testified in support of HB 4454, HB 4455, HB 4456, HB 4457, HB 4458, HB
4459, HB 4460 and HB 4461.
Tenisha Sanders and Kevin Kendall, representing the Michigan Waste and Recycling
Association, testified with no position on HB 4454, HB 4455, HB 4456, HB 4457, HB 4458,
HB 4459, HB 4460 and HB 4461. Questions and discussion followed.
Horst Schmidt, representing the Upper Peninsula Environmental Coalition, testified in
support of HB 4454, HB 4455, HB 4456, HB 4457, HB 4458, HB 4459, HB 4460 and HB
4461.
John Dulmes, representing the Michigan Chemistry Council, testified in support of HB 4454,
HB 4455, HB 4456, HB 4457, HB 4458, HB 4459, HB 4460 and HB 4461. Questions and
discussion followed.
Sean Hammond, representing the Michigan Environmental Council, testified in support of
HB 4454, HB 4455, HB 4456, HB 4457, HB 4458, HB 4459, HB 4460 and HB 4461.
Tom Fraizer, representing the Michigan Townships Association, testified in support of HB
4454, HB 4455, HB 4456, HB 4457, HB 4458, HB 4459, HB 4460 and HB 4461.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4454, HB 4455, HB 4456, HB 4457,
HB 4458, HB 4459, HB 4460 and HB 4461, but did not wish to speak:
Kerrin O'Brien, representing the Michigan Recycling Coalition.
Amy Drumm, representing the Michigan Retailers Association.
The following person submitted a card with no position on HB 4454, HB 4455, HB 4456, HB
4457, HB 4458, HB 4459, HB 4460 and HB 4461, but did not wish to speak:
Ben Tirrell, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4459, but did not wish to speak:
David Bertram, representing Michigan State University.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4460, but did not wish to speak:
Bill Whitley, representing the Composting Council of Michigan.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4460 and HB 4461, but did not wish
to speak:
Renee Wallace, representing Food Plus Detroit.
Representative Cambensy moved to report out HB 4454 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 7-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. LaFave.
Representative Cambensy moved to report out HB 4455 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 7-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. LaFave.
Representative Sowerby offered the following amendment to HB 4456:
1. Amend page 64, line 19, by striking out all of enacting section 3 and inserting:
"Enacting section 3. This amendatory act does not take effect unless all of the
following bills of the 101st Legislature are enacted into law:
(a) House Bill No. 4454.
(b) House Bill No. 4455.
(c) House Bill No. 4457.
(d) House Bill No. 4458.
(e) House Bill No. 4459.
(f) House Bill No. 4460.
(g) House Bill No. 4461.".
Representative Sowerby moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4456. The motion prevailed
8-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Sowerby moved to report HB 4456 as amended, as substitute (H-1). The
motion prevailed 7-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. LaFave.
Representative Markkanen offered the following amendment to HB 4457:
1. Amend page 33, line 22, by striking out all of enacting section 2 and inserting:
"Enacting section 2. This amendatory act does not take effect unless all of the
following bills of the 101st Legislature are enacted into law:
(a) House Bill No. 4454.
(b) House Bill No. 4455.
(c) House Bill No. 4456.
(d) House Bill No. 4458.
(e) House Bill No. 4459.
(f) House Bill No. 4460.
(g) House Bill No. 4461.".
Representative Markkanen moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4457. The motion prevailed
8-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Cambensy moved to report HB 4457 as amended, as substitute (H-1). The
motion prevailed 7-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. LaFave.
Representative Wakeman moved to report out HB 4458 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 7-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. LaFave.
Representative Sowerby moved to report out HB 4459 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 7-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. LaFave.
Representative Aiyash offered the following amendment to HB 4460:
1. Amend page 25, line 21, by striking out all of enacting section 2 and inserting:
"Enacting section 2. This amendatory act does not take effect unless all of the
following bills of the 101st Legislature are enacted into law:
(a) House Bill No. 4454.
(b) House Bill No. 4455.
(c) House Bill No. 4456.
(d) House Bill No. 4457.
(e) House Bill No. 4458.
(f) House Bill No. 4459.
(g) House Bill No. 4461.".
Representative Aiyash moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4460. The motion prevailed 8-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Aiyash moved to report HB 4460 as amended, as substitute (H-1). The motion
prevailed 7-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. LaFave.
Representative LaFave offered the following amendments to HB 4461:
1. Amend page 7, line 22, after "section" by striking out "11578(2)," and inserting
"11578(3),".
2. Amend page 17, line 5, after "(a)" by striking out the balance of the line through
the "review." on line 6 and inserting "Obtain from the planning committee an MMP
review. The CAA shall timely direct the planning committee to prepare and submit the
review.".
3. Amend page 22, line 27, after "115." by striking out the balance of the page
through "receivership." on line 1 of page 23.
4. Amend page 23, following line 1, by inserting:
"This state may serve as a responsible party under this subdivision on behalf of a
municipality if the municipality is under a financial consent order or in receivership.".
5. Amend page 33, line 21, by striking out all of enacting section 2 and inserting:
"Enacting section 2. This amendatory act does not take effect unless all of the
following bills of the 101st Legislature are enacted into law:
(a) House Bill No. 4454.
(b) House Bill No. 4455.
(c) House Bill No. 4456.
(d) House Bill No. 4457.
(e) House Bill No. 4458.
(f) House Bill No. 4459.
(g) House Bill No. 4460.".
Representative LaFave moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4461. The motion prevailed 8-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Markkanen moved to report HB 4461 as amended, as substitute (H-1). The
motion prevailed 7-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. LaFave.
Representative LaFave moved to excuse Representative Marino from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the
meeting at 11:36 AM.
Representative Gary Howell, Chair
Molly Wingrove
Committee Clerk
mwingrove@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, March 25, 2021
10:30 AM
Room 326, House Office Building
The House Committee on Oversight was called to order by Chair Steven Johnson.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Steven Johnson, Outman, Hoitenga, Reilly, O'Malley, Wozniak, Brixie,
LaGrand, Young.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Outman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 18, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Chair Johnson made remarks to the committee.
The Chair laid HB 4566 and HB 4588 before the committee:
HB 4566
(Rep. LaFave) A bill to prohibit this state from entering into certain
confidentiality or nondisclosure agreements.
HB 4588
(Rep. Glenn) A bill to regulate certain terms in certain state employment
contracts; and to provide for civil fines.
Representative LaFave and Representative Glenn, testified in support of HB 4566 and HB
4588. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid the following before the committee:
Testimony regarding Michigan Department of Health and Human Services restrictions on
weddings and funerals.
Kim Smith, the owner of The Catering Company and Above and Beyond Catering, testified
before the committee. Questions and discussion followed.
Carmen and Ernest Tisdale, the owner of the Hidden Gem Venue, testified before the
committee. Questions and discussion followed.
Tom Doyle, the owner of Distinctive Catering, testified before the committee. Questions and
discussion followed.
Bing Goei, the owner of the Goei Center and Eastern Floral Shop, testified before the
committee. Questions and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Steven Johnson adjourned the
meeting at 11:50 AM.
Representative Steven Johnson, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. JOHN BIZON, M.D., MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. RUTH A. JOHNSON
SEN. KIMBERLY A. LASATA
SEN. MICHAEL D. MACDONALD
SEN. LANA THEIS
SEN. WINNIE BRINKS, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. CURTIS HERTEL, JR.
SEN. SYLVIA SANTANA
SEN. PAUL WOJNO
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY AND
HUMAN SERVICES
SENATOR CURTIS S. VANDERWALL
CHAIR
4500 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1725
FAX: (517) 373-0741
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
March 25, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Health Policy and Human Services was scheduled for Thursday, March
25, 2021, at 1:00 p.m., in the Senate Hearing Room of the Boji Tower.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SB 134 (S-1) (Sen. VanderWall) with recommendation.
2. Reported SB 155 (S-1) (Sen. Daley) with recommendation.
3. Reported SB 156 (S-3) (Sen. Daley) with recommendation.
4. Reported HB 4067 (S-1) (Rep. Frederick) with recommendation.
5. Testimony regarding SB 213 (Sen. LaSata).
6. Testimony regarding SB 191 (Sen. VanderWall).
7. Presentations regarding Funeral Home Restrictions during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:06 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis,
Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to adopt the meeting minutes from March 18, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
Sen. Brinks offered an (S-1) version of SB 134.
The Chair invited Sen. Brinks to summarize the (S-1) version of SB 134.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 134:
Dave Worthams, Michigan Manufacturers Association – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Brinks to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 134. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana,
and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
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The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report the (S-1) version of SB 134 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana,
and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair brought up the (S-1) version of SB 155 that was adopted during the March 18, 2021 meeting.
The Chair offered, and summarized, an (S-3) version of SB 156.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 155:
Dave Worthams, Michigan Manufacturers Association – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 156:
Dave Worthams, Michigan Manufacturers Association – Neutral
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 155 and
SB 156:
Gabe Basso, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 156 and
(S-3):
Joseph Sullivan, Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report the (S-1) version of SB 155 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana,
and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. MacDonald to adopt the (S-3) version of SB 156. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana,
and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-3) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to report the (S-3) version of SB 156 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana,
and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair brought up the (S-1) version of HB 4067 that was adopted during the March 18, 2021 meeting.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4067:
Kevin McKinney, Michigan Association of Orthodontists – Support
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The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to report the (S-1) version of HB 4067 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno
Nays: None
Pass: Sen. Johnson
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair invited Sen. LaSata to summarize SB 213.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 213:
John Swanstrom, Citizen – Support
Salli Pung, Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 213:
Melissa Seifert, AARP – Support
The Chair summarized SB 191.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 191:
Ken Gorney, Sparrow and McLaren Psych PA – Support
Margaret Keeler, Lansing Area Outpatient Psych PA and Mental Health Association of Michigan –
Support
Anne Kreft, American Nurses Association - Michigan Chapter – Support
Dr. Duane DiFranco, Michigan Psychiatric Society – Oppose
Mark Reinstein, Michigan Psychiatric Society – Oppose
Dr. Scott Monteith, Michigan Psychiatric Society – Oppose
Amanda Absher, Disability Rights Michigan – Oppose
Melissa Roy and Colleen Allen, Autism Alliance of Michigan – Oppose
Thadd Gormas, Michigan Academy of Physician Assistants – Support
Ron Stavale, Michigan Academy of Physicians Assistants – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 191:
Algeria Wilson, National Association of Social Workers - Michigan – Support
Jim Blundo, Michigan Mental Health Counselors Association – Support
Judy Didion, Michigan Association of Colleges of Nursing – Support
Dawn Kettinger, Michigan Nurses Association – Support
Dave Worthams, Michigan Manufacturers Association – Support
Judge Harvey Hoffman, Michigan Association of Treatment Court Professionals – Support
Heather Nicholoff, Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners – Support
Greg George, Mackinac Center for Public Policy – Support
Sherri Boyd, The Arc of Michigan – Oppose
Michigan Health and Hospital Association – Support
Julia Stocker Schneider, American Nurses Association - Michigan Chapter – Support
Judith Kovach, Michigan Psychological Association – Support
Kevin McKinney, Michigan Osteopathic Association – Support
Cathy Lewis, APRN Alliance of Michigan – Support
Cathy Lewis, Michigan Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists – Support
Melissa Hendriks, Michigan Council of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Executive Committee –
Oppose
Christine Shearer, Michigan Association of Health Plans – Support
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The Chair invited Stephen Kemp, owner of the Kemp Funeral Home in Southfield, to give a presentation
regarding funeral home restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Chair invited Brigid Lynch, who is a LPC Bereavement Counselor associated with Lynch and Sons Funeral
Directors in Clawson, to give a presentation regarding funeral home restrictions during the COVID-19
pandemic.
The Chair invited Reverend Darryl Totty to present testimony regarding funeral home restrictions during the
COVID-19 pandemic.
The Chair invited Sarah Jensen-Vatter and Allen Jensen, owners of the Palmer Bush Jensen Funeral Homes in
Lansing and Holt, to give a presentation regarding funeral home restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Chair invited Phil Douma, Executive Director of the Michigan Funeral Home Directors Association, to give
a presentation regarding funeral home restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:22 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: April 15, 2021
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location: Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building

evidence_text:
The Appropriations Subcommittee on Licensing and Regulatory Affairs/Insurance and Financial Services submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, March 25, 2021, at 8:30 a.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Nesbitt (C), MacDonald and Santana


evidence_text:
The Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture and Rural Development submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, March 25, 2021, at 3:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Victory (C), Daley and McCann


evidence_text:
The Appropriations Subcommittee on Universities and Community Colleges submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, March 25, 2021, at 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

Present: Senators LaSata (C), Horn, Bizon, MacDonald and Irwin

Excused: Senators Zorn and Hertel

Scheduled Meetings

Elections – Wednesday, April 14, 2:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-5323

Finance – Wednesday, April 14, 12:00 noon, Room 403, 4th Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-5312

Health Policy and Human Services – Thursday, April 15, 1:00 p.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower (517) 373-5323

Judiciary and Public Safety – Thursday, April 15, 8:30 a.m., Room 403, 4th Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-5312

Natural Resources – Wednesday, April 14, 8:30 a.m., Room 403, 4th Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373‑5312 (CANCELLED)

Transportation and Infrastructure – Wednesday, April 14, 12:00 noon, Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-5323

Senator Lauwers moved that the Senate adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 10:30 a.m.

The President pro tempore, Senator Nesbitt, declared the Senate adjourned until Wednesday, April 14, 2021, at 10:00 a.m.

MARGARET O’BRIEN

Secretary of the Senate


evidence_text:
**DRAFT**
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
March 25, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture and Rural Development was scheduled
for Thursday, March 25, 2021, at 3:00 p.m., in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Victory, Sen.(s) Daley and McCann, a quorum was present.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Daley, to
adjourn the committee at 3:45 p.m.Without objection, the committee was adjourned.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding
Brent Wirth, Easterseals Agribility – Support
Ned Stoller, Easterseals/Agribility – Support
Lisa Raff, County Fairs and Festivals – Support
Doug Burtch, Carnival Operators – Support
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION
REP. PAMELA HORNBERGER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, April 13, 2021
9:00 AM
Room 352, House Appropriations,
State Capitol Building
The House Committee on Education was called to order by the Majority Vice Chair Paquette.
The Majority Vice Chair Brad Paquette requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Green, Markkanen, O'Malley, Beeler, Damoose,
Posthumus, Camilleri, Brenda Carter, Koleszar, Shannon, Stone.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Damoose moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 23, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
At 9:14 AM, the Majority Vice Chair Brad Paquette laid the committee at ease.
Vice Chair Paquette handed the gavel over to Representative Green.
At 9:15 AM, the Majority Member Phil Green called the committee back to order.
The Majority Vice Chair Brad Paquette laid HB 4293 and HB 4294 before the committee:
HB 4293
(Rep. Damoose)
A bill to amend 1947 PA 336, entitled "An act to
prohibit strikes by certain public employees; to
provide review from disciplinary action with
respect thereto; to provide for the mediation of
grievances and the holding of elections; to declare
and protect the rights and privileges of public
employees; to require certain provisions in
collective bargaining agreements; to prescribe
means of enforcement and penalties for the
violation of the provisions of this act; and to make
appropriations," by amending section 15 (MCL
423.215), as amended by 2014 PA 414.
HB 4294
(Rep. Paquette)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The
revised school code," by amending section 1233
(MCL 380.1233), as amended by 2018 PA 418.
Representative Paquette and Representative Damoose testified in support of the bills.
Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4293 and HB 4294, but did not wish
to speak:
Peter Spadafore, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents and
Administrators.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4293 and HB 4294, but did not
wish to speak:
Dr. Michelson, representing the Michigan Education Association.
Todd Tennis, representing the American Teachers Federation Michigan.
Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4294, but did not wish to speak:
Dave Worthams, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association.
Abby Cypher, representing the ESA Legislative Group.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4294, but did not wish to speak:
Sheryl Kennedy, representing the Michigan Department of Education.
At 9:18 AM, the Majority Member Phil Green laid the committee at ease.
Representative Green handed the gavel back to Chair Hornberger.
At 9:20 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Majority Vice Chair Brad Paquette laid HB 4167 before the committee:
HB 4167
(Rep. Berman)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The
revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by
adding section 1263a.
Representative O'Malley moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4167. The motion prevailed
13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Green, Markkanen, O'Malley, Beeler, Damoose,
Posthumus, Camilleri, Brenda Carter, Koleszar, Shannon, Stone.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Paquette moved to report out HB 4167 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-1). The motion prevailed 8-3-2:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Green, Markkanen, O'Malley, Damoose, Posthumus,
Koleszar.
Nays: Reps. Beeler, Brenda Carter, Stone.
Pass: Reps. Camilleri, Shannon.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4167, but did not wish to speak:
William Miller, representing the Michigan Association of Intermediate School
Administrators.
Peter Spadafore, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents and
Administrators.
Brian Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Pamela Hornberger adjourned the
meeting at 9:22 AM.
Representative Pamela Hornberger, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov
Date Adopted: April 27, 2021


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON ELECTIONS AND ETHICS
REP. ANN BOLLIN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, April 13, 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 Whitsett moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 23, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4200 before the committee:
HB 4200
(Rep. Slagh)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," by amending section 477 (MCL
168.477), as amended by 2018 PA 608.
Representative Calley moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4200. The motion prevailed 7-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Calley moved to report out HB 4200 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
1). The motion prevailed 6-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Whitsett.
Nays: Rep. Koleszar.
Pass: None.
Representative Whitsett moved to reconsider the vote by which HB 4200 was reported with
recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: Rep. Steven Johnson.
Pass: None.
Representative Calley moved to report out HB 4200 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
1). The motion prevailed 5-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler.
Nays: Reps. Koleszar, Whitsett.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4492 before the committee:
HB 4492
(Rep. Bollin)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," by amending section 662 (MCL
168.662), as amended by 2004 PA 92.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4492 (H-1), but did not wish to
speak:
Alex Rossman, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy.
Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks.
Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Association of County Clerks.
Merissa Kovach, representing the ACLU of Michigan.
Representative Bollin moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4492. The motion prevailed 7-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wendzel moved to report out HB 4492 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-1). The motion prevailed 7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4491 before the committee:
HB 4491
(Rep. Fink)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," by amending sections 509o and 510
(MCL 168.509o and 168.510), section 509o as
amended by 2018 PA 126.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4491 (H-1), but did not wish to
speak:
Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Association of County Clerks.
Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks.
Representative Koleszar moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4491. The motion prevailed
7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wendzel moved to refer HB 4491 to the committee on Judiciary with
substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
At 12:09 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 12:10 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Representative Calley moved to reconsider the vote by which HB 4491 was referred to the
committee on Judiciary with substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wendzel moved to report out HB 4491 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-1). The motion prevailed 7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4528 before the committee:
HB 4528
(Rep. Posthumus)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," by amending sections 31, 683, and
730 (MCL 168.31, 168.683, and 168.730), section
31 as amended by 2012 PA 271, section 683 as
amended by 2018 PA 120, and section 730 as
amended by 1995 PA 261, and by adding section
730a.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4528 (H-1), but did not wish to
speak:
Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks.
Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Association of County Clerks.
Chair Bollin withdrew substitute (H-1) to HB 4528.
Representative Wendzel moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4528. The motion prevailed
7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Filler moved to refer HB 4528 to the Committee on Judiciary, with
recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4530, HB 4531, HB 4532 and HB 4533 before the committee:
HB 4530
(Rep. Calley)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," by amending sections 3, 52, 53, 92,
93, 132, 133, 162, 163, 192, 193, 253, 254, 322,
345, 349, 370, 409a, 412, 432, 433, 467a, 534,
535, 551, 559, 591, 592, 598, 611, 623a, 641, 642,
642a, 686a, 737a, 821, 963, and 970e (MCL
168.3, 168.52, 168.53, 168.92, 168.93, 168.132,
168.133, 168.162, 168.163, 168.192, 168.193,
168.253, 168.254, 168.322, 168.345, 168.349,
168.370, 168.409a, 168.412, 168.432, 168.433,
168.467a, 168.534, 168.535, 168.551, 168.559,
168.591, 168.592, 168.598, 168.611, 168.623a,
168.641, 168.642, 168.642a, 168.686a, 168.737a,
168.821, 168.963, and 168.970e), section 3 as
amended by 2018 PA 603, sections 53, 93, 133,
163, 193, and 551 as amended by 2012 PA 276,
sections 254, 433, and 467a as amended by 2018
PA 120, section 322 as amended by 2015 PA 103,
section 349 as amended by 2018 PA 654, section
370 as amended by 2014 PA 94, section 534 as
amended by 2018 PA 224, section 591 as amended
by 2012 PA 128, sections 592, 598, and 623a as
amended by 1988 PA 116, section 611 as amended
by 1996 PA 583, section 641 as amended by 2015
PA 197, section 642 as amended by 2015 PA 100,
section 642a as amended by 2012 PA 523, section
686a as amended by 1999 PA 216, section 737a as
amended by 2018 PA 611, section 821 as amended
by 2018 PA 614, section 963 as amended by 2015
PA 99, and section 970e as amended by 2015 PA
102.
HB 4531
(Rep. Filler)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The
revised school code," by amending sections 702
and 703 (MCL 380.702 and 380.703), as amended
by 2003 PA 299.
HB 4532
(Rep. Whitsett)
A bill to amend 1851 PA 156, entitled "An act to
define the powers and duties of the county boards
of commissioners of the several counties, and to
confer upon them certain local, administrative and
legislative powers; and to prescribe penalties for
the violation of the provisions of this act," by
amending section 16c (MCL 46.16c), as added by
1988 PA 37.
HB 4533
(Rep. Puri)
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised
judicature act of 1961," by amending sections 550,
550a, 805, 8175, and 8176 (MCL 600.550,
600.550a, 600.805, 600.8175, and 600.8176),
section 550 as amended by 2009 PA 228, section
550a as amended by 2012 PA 36, section 805 as
amended by 2011 PA 300, section 8175 as
amended by 1990 PA 54, and section 8176 as
amended by 2002 PA 92.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4530 (H-1), HB 4531 (H-1), HB
4532 (H-1), and HB 4533 (H-1), but did not wish to speak:
Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Association of County Clerks.
Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks.
Representative Wendzel moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4530. The motion prevailed
7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wendzel moved to report out HB 4530 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-1). The motion prevailed 6-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: Rep. Steven Johnson.
Pass: None.
Representative Filler moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4531. The motion prevailed 7-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Filler moved to report out HB 4531 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 6-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: Rep. Steven Johnson.
Pass: None.
Representative Whitsett moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4532. The motion prevailed
7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Whitsett moved to report out HB 4532 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-1). The motion prevailed 6-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: Rep. Steven Johnson.
Pass: None.
Representative Koleszar moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4533. The motion prevailed
7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Koleszar moved to report out HB 4533 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-1). The motion prevailed 6-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: Rep. Steven Johnson.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Ann Bollin adjourned the
meeting at 12:19 PM.
Representative Ann Bollin, Chair
Angie Lake
Acting Committee Clerk
alake@house.mi.gov


location: Room 519, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
REP. GRAHAM FILLER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, April 13, 2021
10:00 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 March 23, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4277, HB 4278 and HB 4279 before the committee:
HB 4277
(Rep. Manoogian)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan
vehicle code," by amending section 602b (MCL
257.602b), as amended by 2016 PA 332.
HB 4278
(Rep. Mueller)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan
vehicle code," by amending section 320a (MCL
257.320a), as amended by 2018 PA 349.
HB 4279
(Rep. Bellino)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan
vehicle code," by amending sections 602c and 732
(MCL 257.602c and 257.732), section 602c as
added by 2012 PA 592 and section 732 as
amended by 2017 PA 160.
Representative Manoogian, Representative Bellino and Representative Mueller, testified in
support of HB 4277, HB 4278 and HB 4279. Questions and discussion followed.
Steve, Paula and Alexa Kiefer, representing the Kiefer Foundation, testified in support of HB
4277, HB 4278 and HB 4279. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid HB 4118 and HB 4119 before the committee:
HB 4118
(Rep. Frederick)
A bill to amend 2017 PA 128, entitled "Law
enforcement officer separation of service record
act," by amending the title and sections 1, 2, 3,
and 5 (MCL 28.561, 28.562, 28.563, and 28.565),
section 5 as amended by 2018 PA 522, and by
adding section 6.
HB 4119
(Rep. Anthony)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 397, entitled "Bullard-
Plawecki employee right to know act," by
amending sections 7 and 9 (MCL 423.507 and
423.509), as amended by 2018 PA 521.
Representative Steven Johnson moved to report out HB 4118 with recommendation. 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 4119 with recommendation. 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.
Chairman Filler returned to HB 4277, HB 4278 and HB 4279.
Tiffany Hauser, representing AAA Michigan, testified in support of HB 4277, HB 4278 and
HB 4279. Questions and discussion followed.
Bonnie Raffaele, representing herself, testified in support of HB 4277, HB 4278 and HB
4279.
Matt Penniman, representing the League of Michigan Bicyclists, testified in support of HB
4277, HB 4278 and HB 4279.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4277, HB 4278 and HB
4279, but did not wish to speak:
Gavin Goetz, representing AT&T.
Matt Saxton, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4277, HB 4278 and HB 4279, but
did not wish to speak:
Noah Arbit, representing the Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald.
Phil Langmeyer, Chief of Police, representing the Bloomfield Township Police
Department.
Brandon Lanyon, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan.
Michael Spence, representing SEMCOG.
Cathy Wilson, representing Consumers Energy.
Brian O'Connell, representing General Motors.
Dyck VanKoevering, representing the Insurance Alliance of Michigan.
Jason Puscas, representing MICHauto.
Mike Sawyer, representing the Michigan Fraternal Order of Police.
Ken Grabowski, representing the Police Officers Association of Michigan.
Gabby Bruno, representing Ford.
Mike Penniman, representing the League of Michigan Bicyclists.
Dani Walsh, representing the Bloomfield Township Supervisor, Treasurer and Clerk.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Filler adjourned the meeting at
10:30 AM.
Representative Graham Filler, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


location: Room 521, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON MILITARY, VETERANS AND HOMELAND SECURITY
REP. BEAU MATTHEW LAFAVE
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, April 13, 2021
12:00 PM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Committee on Military, Veterans and Homeland Security was called to order by
Chair LaFave.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Jones, Coleman, Rogers,
Steenland.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Jones moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 23, 2021. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair invited Tom Lambert, representing Michigan Open Carry, to give a presentation on
Michigan concealed pistol licenses. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid HB 4078 before the committee:
HB 4078
(Rep. LaFave)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending section 40111 (MCL 324.40111), as
amended by 2018 PA 272.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4078, but did not wish to speak:
Tom Lambert, representing the Michigan Open Carry.
Representative Beeler moved to refer HB 4078 to the Committee on Judiciary. The motion
prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Jones, Coleman, Rogers, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair invited Steve Dulan, representing the Michigan Coalition for responsible Gun
Owners, to give a presentation. Questions and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Beau LaFave adjourned the
meeting at 1:01 PM.
Representative Beau LaFave, Chair
Matt Carnagie
Committee Clerk
mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY REFORM
REP. ROGER HAUCK
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, April 13, 2021
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
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, Jones, Yancey, Garza, Witwer, Steenland.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Damoose moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 23, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SB 49 before the committee:
SB 49
(Sen. LaSata)
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan
liquor control code of 1998," by amending section
536 (MCL 436.1536), as amended by 2020 PA
126.
Leanne Schafer, representing Senator LaSata, testified in support of SB 49. Questions and
discussion followed.
Matt Moersch, representing the Moersch Hospitality Group, testified in support of SB 49.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 49, but did not wish to speak:
David Marvin, representing the Michigan Liquor Control Commission.
Brett Visner, representing the Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association.
The Chair laid SB 141, SB 142, SB 143 and SB 144 before the committee:
SB 141
(Sen. Schmidt)
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan
liquor control code of 1998," by amending section
203 (MCL 436.1203), as amended by 2020 PA
106.
SB 142
(Sen. Brinks)
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan
liquor control code of 1998," (MCL 436.1101 to
436.2303) by adding section 203b.
SB 143
(Sen. Moss)
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan
liquor control code of 1998," by amending section
609 (MCL 436.1609), as amended by 2016 PA 81.
SB 144
(Sen. VanderWall)
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan
liquor control code of 1998," by amending
sections 105, 107, 109, 111, 113, 113a, 301, 305,
307, 521, 525, 537, 603, and 610 (MCL 436.1105,
436.1107, 436.1109, 436.1111, 436.1113,
436.1113a, 436.1301, 436.1305, 436.1307,
436.1521, 436.1525, 436.1537, 436.1603, and
436.1610), section 105 as amended by 2018 PA
414, section 107 as amended by 2019 PA 126,
section 109 as amended by 2020 PA 120, section
111 as amended by 2020 PA 115, section 113 as
amended by 2018 PA 405, section 113a as
amended by 2018 PA 416, section 301 as amended
by 2020 PA 110, section 307 as amended by 2020
PA 114, section 521 as amended by 2006 PA 502,
section 525 as amended by 2016 PA 434, section
537 as amended by 2020 PA 117, section 603 as
amended by 2018 PA 407, and section 610 as
added by 2016 PA 106.
Tony Buffa, representing Senator Vander Wall, testified in support of SB 141, SB 142, SB
143 and SB 144.
David Wojnar, representing the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States, testified in
support SB 141, SB 142, SB 143 and SB 144. Questions and discussion followed.
Brett Visner, representing the Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association, testified in
support of SB 141, SB 142, SB 143 and SB 144.
John Lauve, representing himself, testified in opposition to SB 141, SB 142, SB 143 and SB
144.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 141, SB 142, SB 143 and SB 144,
but did not wish to speak:
Scott Ellis and Mason Doerr, representing the Michigan Licensed Beverage Association.
Brett Visner, representing the Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association.
Jon O'Connor, representing Michigan Craft Distillers.
Lou Grech-Cumbo, representing Great Lakes Wine & Spirits.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 141, SB 142, SB 143 and SB 144,
but did not wish to speak:
Tony Mitchell, representing the Michigan Spirits Association.
Joe Gigliotti, representing the Republic National Distributing Company.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hauck adjourned the meeting at
11:00 AM.
Representative Roger Hauck, Chair
Molly Wingrove
Committee Clerk
mwingrove@house.mi.gov


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The Appropriations Subcommittee on Community Health/Human Services submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, April 13, 2021, at 8:00 a.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower

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

Excused: Senator Hollier


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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
April 13, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Energy and Technology was scheduled for Tuesday, April 13, 2021, at
2:00 p.m., in the Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony from Michigan Public Service Commission Chair Dan Scripps Regarding Line 5
The Chair called the meeting to order at 2:01 p.m.. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Lauwers, Sen.(s) Horn, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Bumstead, Bizon,
Schmidt, McCann, Brinks and Bullock, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to adopt the meeting minutes from March 24, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited Dan Scripps, Chairman of the Michigan Public Service Commission to present testimony
about Line 5. Member questions followed.
The following individuals submitted testimony on Line 5:
Lisa Patrell, Washtenaw350, Washtenaw350 – Opposed
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McCann to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without
objection, Sen. McMorrow was excused from the meeting.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:17 p.m.\
Date Adopted by Committee: April 20, 2021
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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
April 13, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Regulatory Reform was scheduled for Tuesday, April 13, 2021, at 3:00
p.m., in the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 230 (Sen. McBroom).
2. Testimony regarding SB 353 (Sen. VanderWall).
3. Testimony regarding SB 354 (Sen. VanderWall).
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) Lauwers, VanderWall, Moss, Polehanki and Wojno, a
quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Lauwers to adopt the meeting minutes from March 23, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair made a motion to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Sen.(s) Theis,
Johnson and Zorn were excused from the meeting.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 230:
Sen. Ed McBroom – Support
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 353 and SB 354:
Sen. Curt VanderWall – Support
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 230, SB 353 and SB 354:
Mason Doerr, Michigan Licensed Beverage Association – Support
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 230:
Lauve, Self – Opposition
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The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 230, SB
353 and SB 354:
John McNamara, Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 353 and
SB 354:
Dan Papineau, Michigan Chamber of Commerce – Support
Meghann Keit, Michigan Association of Counties – No Position
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:18 p.m.
Date adopted by committee: 4/20/21
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**DRAFT**
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
April 13, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Community Health/Human Services was scheduled
for Tuesday, April 13, 2021, at 8:00 a.m., in the Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m.. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Outman, Sen.(s) Bizon, Daley, LaSata, MacDonald, Schmidt, Santana,
Irwin and Brinks, a quorum was present.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding the FY 2021-22 Department of
Health and Human Services budget:
Alan Bolter and Bob Sheehan, Community Mental Health Association of Michigan – Support
Sherri Boyd, The Arc Michigan – Support
Norm Cohen, NoCirc Michigan – No Position
Rebecca Arends, NoCirc Michigan – No Position
George Mellos, Senior Executive Psychiatrist Director, DHHS – Support
Jon Villasurda, State Assistant Administrator, DHHS – Support
At 8:20 a.m, Sen. Hollier entered the meeting.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Daley, to
adjourn the committee at 9:37 a.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TAX POLICY
REP. MATT HALL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, April 14,
2021
10:30
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
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 March 24, 2021. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4237 before the committee:
HB 4237
(Rep. Steven Johnson)
A bill to repeal 1899 PA 188, entitled "Michigan
estate tax act," (MCL 205.201 to 205.256).
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4237, but did not wish to speak:
James Hohman, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy.
Rebecca Park, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau.
The Chair laid HB 4002 before the committee:
HB 4002
(Rep. Bellino)
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax
act of 1967," by amending section 30 (MCL
206.30), as amended by 2020 PA 65.
Representative Bellino, testified in support of HB 4002. Questions and discussion followed.
Johnathan Bird, representing the Michigan Laborers Union, testified in support of HB 4002.
Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair returned to HB 4237.
Representative Tisdel moved to report out HB 4237 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 9-6-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hall, Tisdel, Calley, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Meerman, O'Malley, Beeler,
Outman.
Nays: Reps. Yancey, Ellison, Brixie, Kuppa, Neeley, Cavanagh.
Pass: None.
The Chair returned to HB 4002.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4002, but did not wish to speak:
Mary Pollock, representing the Michigan State Employees Retirees Association.
Royce Humm, representing the Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4002, but did not wish to speak:
Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards.
The Chair laid HB 4485 before the committee:
HB 4485
(Rep. Hall)
A bill to amend 1993 PA 327, entitled "Tobacco
products tax act," by amending section 7 (MCL
205.427), as amended by 2016 PA 86.
Representative Tisdel moved to report out HB 4485 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 13-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hall, Tisdel, Calley, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Meerman, O'Malley, Beeler,
Outman, Yancey, Ellison, Neeley, Cavanagh.
Nays: Reps. Brixie, Kuppa.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4485, but did not wish to speak:
Michael Lafaive, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4485, but did not wish to speak:
Andrew Schepers, representing the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network.
Bridget Melinn, representing the American Heart Association.
Representative Tisdel made remarks to the committee.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Matt Hall adjourned the meeting
at 11:22 AM.
Representative Matt Hall, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov