location: Room 519, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
REP. GRAHAM FILLER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
9:00 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Judiciary was called to order by Chair Filler.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman,
Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Howell moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 4, 2020. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5421 before the committee:
HB 5421
(Rep. Filler)
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The
Michigan penal code," by amending section 539c (MCL
750.539c).
Chairman Filler testified in support of HB 5421.
Brad Ward, representing the Michigan Realtors, testified in support of HB 5421. Questions and
discussion followed.
The Chair laid HR 227 before the committee:
HR 227
(Rep. Eisen)
A resolution to reaffirm the right of
Michigan residents to keep and bear arms under the
Constitution of the State of Michigan of 1963 and the
Constitution of the United States.
Representative Eisen testified in support of HR 227. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid HB 4254, HB 4255, HB 4256, HB 4257, HB 4258, HB 4259, HB 4260 and HB
4265 before the committee:
HB 4254
(Rep. Wozniak) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The
Michigan penal code," (MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by amending
the heading of chapter XXA and by adding section 145s.
HB 4255
(Rep. Filler)
A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled
"Mental health code," by amending section 134a (MCL
330.1134a), as amended by 2014 PA 72.
HB 4256
(Rep. Bolden)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled
"Public health code," by amending sections 20173a and
21313 (MCL 333.20173a and 333.21313), section 20173a as
amended by 2017 PA 167 and section 21313 as amended by
2012 PA 51.
HB 4257
(Rep. Crawford)
A bill to amend 1979 PA 218,
entitled "Adult foster care facility licensing act," by
amending sections 13, 31, and 34b (MCL 400.713, 400.731,
and 400.734b), section 13 as amended by 2012 PA 52,
section 31 as amended by 1994 PA 150, and section 34b as
amended by 2014 PA 73.
HB 4258
(Rep. Yancey)
A bill to amend 1998 PA 386, entitled
"Estates and protected individuals code," by amending
section 2802 (MCL 700.2802), as amended by 2012 PA 173.
HB 4259
(Rep. Guerra)
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The
code of criminal procedure," by amending section 16i of
chapter XVII (MCL 777.16i), as amended by 2012 PA 169.
HB 4260
(Rep. Anthony) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The
Michigan penal code," by amending section 174a (MCL
750.174a), as amended by 2013 PA 34.
HB 4265
(Rep. Farrington)
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175,
entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending
section 16g of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16g), as amended by
2017 PA 74.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4254, HB 4255, HB 4256, HB 4257,
HB 4258, HB 4259, HB 4260 and HB 4265, but did not wish to speak:
Ron Tatro, representing Elder Law of Michigan.
Representative Rendon moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4254. The motion prevailed 13-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative LaGrand offered the following amendments to HB 4254 (H-1):
1. Amend page 1, line 4, after "who" by striking out "assaults" and inserting "batters".
2. Amend page 2, line 1, by striking out "pain, or mental suffering,".
Representative LaGrand moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4254 (H-1). The motion did not
prevail 4-6-3:
UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Steven Johnson, Berman, LaGrand.
Nays: Reps. Filler, Farrington, Howell, Rendon, Wozniak, Elder.
Pass: Reps. Guerra, Yancey, Bolden.
Representative Wozniak moved to report out HB 4254 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 9-3-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Farrington, Howell, Rendon, Wozniak, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: Reps. LaFave, Steven Johnson, LaGrand.
Pass: Rep. Berman.
Representative Farrington moved to report out HB 4255 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 9-2-2:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Farrington, Howell, Rendon, Wozniak, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: Reps. LaFave, Steven Johnson.
Pass: Reps. Berman, LaGrand.
Representative Farrington moved to report out HB 4256 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 9-2-2:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Farrington, Howell, Rendon, Wozniak, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: Reps. LaFave, Steven Johnson.
Pass: Reps. Berman, LaGrand.
Representative Howell moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4257. The motion prevailed 12-0-
1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. LaGrand.
Representative Howell moved to report out HB 4257 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 9-2-2:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Farrington, Howell, Rendon, Wozniak, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: Reps. LaFave, Steven Johnson.
Pass: Reps. Berman, LaGrand.
Representative Bolden moved to report out HB 4258 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 9-2-2:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Farrington, Howell, Rendon, Wozniak, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: Reps. LaFave, Steven Johnson.
Pass: Reps. Berman, LaGrand.
Representative Rendon moved to report out HB 4259 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 9-2-2:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Farrington, Howell, Rendon, Wozniak, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: Reps. LaFave, Steven Johnson.
Pass: Reps. Berman, LaGrand.
Representative Wozniak moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4260. The motion prevailed 13-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wozniak moved to adopt substitute (H-4) to HB 4260. The motion prevailed 13-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wozniak moved to report out HB 4260 with recommendation, as substitute (H-4).
The motion prevailed 9-2-2:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Farrington, Howell, Rendon, Wozniak, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: Reps. LaFave, Steven Johnson.
Pass: Reps. Berman, LaGrand.
Representative Farrington moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4265. The motion prevailed
13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Farrington moved to report out HB 4265 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
1). The motion prevailed 9-2-2:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Farrington, Howell, Rendon, Wozniak, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: Reps. LaFave, Steven Johnson.
Pass: Reps. Berman, LaGrand.
The Chair laid SB 253 before the committee:
SB 253
(Sen. Lucido)
A bill to amend 1846 RS 81, entitled "Of
fraudulent conveyances and contracts, relative to goods,
chattels, and things in action," by amending section 2 (MCL
566.132), as amended by 1992 PA 245.
Representative Steven Johnson moved to report out SB 253 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 5054, HB 5055, HB 5056, HB 5057 and HB 5058 before the committee:
HB 5054
(Rep. Farrington)
A bill to amend 2014 PA 319,
entitled "Sexual assault victim's access to justice act," by
amending section 4 (MCL 752.954).
HB 5055
(Rep. Calley)
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The
code of criminal procedure," by amending section 15c of
chapter IV (MCL 764.15c), as amended by 2001 PA 210.
HB 5056
(Rep. Pagan)
A bill to amend 1985 PA 87, entitled
"William Van Regenmorter crime victim's rights act," by
amending sections 2a, 6, and 13a (MCL 780.752a, 780.756,
and 780.763a), section 2a as added and section 13a as
amended by 2006 PA 461, and section 6 as amended by 2005
PA 184.
HB 5057
(Rep. Rendon) A bill to amend 1985 PA 87, entitled
"William Van Regenmorter crime victim's rights act," by
amending sections 61b, 66, and 78a (MCL 780.811b,
780.816, and 780.828a), section 61b as added and section
78a as amended by 2006 PA 461 and section 66 as amended
by 2000 PA 503.
HB 5058
(Rep. Bolden)
A bill to amend 1985 PA 87, entitled
"William Van Regenmorter crime victim's rights act," by
amending sections 31a, 36, and 41a (MCL 780.781a,
780.786, and 780.791a), section 31a as added and section
41a as amended by 2006 PA 461 and section 36 as amended
by 2000 PA 503.
Substitute (H-1) to HB 5054 was previously adopted on January 14, 2020
Substitute (H-1) to HB 5055 was previously adopted on January 14, 2020.
Substitute (H-1) to HB 5056 was previously adopted on January 14, 2020.
Substitute (H-1) to HB 5057 was previously adopted on January 14, 2020.
Substitute (H-1) to HB 5058 was previously adopted on January 14, 2020.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5054, HB 5055, HB 5056, HB 5057 and
HB 5058, but did not wish to speak:
Jean Doss for Jane Black O'Shea, representing the Michigan Junior Leagues.
Representative LaFave moved to report out HB 5054 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative LaFave moved to report out HB 5055 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Farrington moved to report out HB 5056 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
1). The motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative LaFave moved to report out HB 5057 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Bolden moved to report out HB 5058 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Graham Filler adjourned the meeting
at 9:42 AM.
Representative Graham Filler, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


location: Room 307, House Office Building

meeting_state: held

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON MILITARY, VETERANS AND HOMELAND SECURITY
REP. BEAU M LAFAVE
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
12:00 PM
Room 307, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Military, Veterans and Homeland Security was called to
order by Chair LaFave.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. LaFave, Mueller, Afendoulis, Markkanen, Jones, Chirkun, Tyrone Carter,
Manoogian.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Marino.
Representative Mueller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 4, 2020. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5098 before the committee:
HB 5098
(Rep. Paquette) A bill to amend 1927 PA 372, entitled "An
act to regulate and license the selling, purchasing,
possessing, and carrying of certain firearms, gas ejecting
devices, and electro-muscular disruption devices; to prohibit
the buying, selling, or carrying of certain firearms, gas
ejecting devices, and electro-muscular disruption devices
without a license or other authorization; to provide for the
forfeiture of firearms and electro-muscular disruption
devices under certain circumstances; to provide for penalties
and remedies; to provide immunity from civil liability under
certain circumstances; to prescribe the powers and duties of
certain state and local agencies; to prohibit certain conduct
against individuals who apply for or receive a license to
carry a concealed pistol; to make appropriations; to prescribe
certain conditions for the appropriations; and to repeal all
acts and parts of acts inconsistent with this act," by
amending section 5l (MCL 28.425l), as amended by 2017 PA
95.
Representative Paquette explained his bill. Questions and discussion followed.
Tom Lambert, representing Michigan Open Carry, testified in support of HB 5098. Questions
and discussion followed.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5098, but did not wish to speak:
Bill Zaagman, representing the Association of County Clerks.
Representative Tyrone Carter 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. Beau LaFave adjourned the meeting
at 12:21 PM.
Representative Beau LaFave, Chair
Matt Carnagie
Committee Clerk
mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


location: Room 326, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION
REP. GARY HOWELL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
12:00 PM
Room 326, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to
order by Chair Howell.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy,
Pohutsky.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the minutes from the February 4th, 2020 meeting.
There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5333 before the committee:
HB 5333
(Rep. Markkanen)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451,
entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection
act," by amending sections 50501, 50502, 50507, and 53503
(MCL 324.50501, 324.50502, 324.50507, and 324.53503),
sections 50501 and 50502 as amended by 2004 PA 124 and
section 50507 as amended and section 53503 as added by
2018 PA 116.
Representative Rendon moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5333. The motion prevailed 9-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy,
Pohutsky.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Calley moved to refer House Bill No. 5333 to the committee on Ways and Means,
with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy,
Pohutsky.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5333 (H-1), but did not wish to speak:
Gary Melow, representing Michigan Biomass.
Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
Denise Pallarito, representing the Michigan Association of Timbermen.
The Chair laid HB 5401 and HB 5402 before the committee:
HB 5401
(Rep. Eisen)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
"Natural resources and environmental protection act," by
amending section 80146 (MCL 324.80146), as amended by
2007 PA 8.
HB 5402
(Rep. Eisen)
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled
"Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending sections 113,
8701, and 8703 (MCL 600.113, 600.8701, and 600.8703),
section 113 as amended by 1996 PA 79, section 8701 as
added by 1994 PA 12, and section 8703 as amended by 1996
PA 388.
Substitute (H-1) was adopted to HB 5401 on February 4th, 2020.
Substitute (H-1) was adopted to HB 5402 on February 4th, 2020.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5401 (H-1), HB 5402 (H-1), but did not
wish to speak:
Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
Herasanna Richards, representing the Michigan Municipal League.
Representative Eisen moved to refer House Bill No. 5401 to the committee on Ways and Means,
with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy,
Pohutsky.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Eisen moved to refer House Bill No. 5402 to the committee on Ways and Means,
with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy,
Pohutsky.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Jim Stewart and Nicki Polan, representing Michigan Boating Industries Association, testified in
opposition to HB 5401 (H-1). Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid HB 5463 before the committee:
HB 5463
(Rep. Lilly)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
"Natural resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 80110 and 80112 (MCL 324.80110 and
324.80112), as amended by 2006 PA 237, and by adding
section 80112a.
Representative Lilly testified in support of HB 5463.
Craig Brunet and Lt. Tom Wanless, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources,
testified in support of HB 5463.
Jim Stewart, representing the Michigan Boating Industries Association, testified in opposition to
HB 5463.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5463, but did not wish to speak:
Tom Frazier, representing the Michigan Townships Association.
The Chair laid a presentation by the Michigan Association of Timbermen before the committee:
Denise Pallarito, representing the Michigan Association of Timbermen, gave the presentation.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at
12:44 PM.
Representative Gary Howell, Chair
Amy Rostkowycz
Committee Clerk
arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


location: Room 521, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY REFORM
REP. MICHAEL WEBBER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
10:30 AM
Room 521, House Office
Building
The House Standing Committee on Regulatory Reform was called to order by the Chair
Webber.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler,
Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Chirkun moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 4, 2020.
There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SB 661 before the committee:
SB 661
(Sen. Ananich) A bill to amend 1995 PA 279,
entitled "Horse racing law of 1995," by amending
sections 2, 6a, 8, 9, and 22 (MCL 431.302, 431.306a,
431.308, 431.309, and 431.322), sections 2, 8, 9, and
22 as amended and section 6a as added by 2016 PA
271, and by adding sections 19d and 20a; and to
repeal acts and parts of acts.
Senator Ananich testified in support of SB 661. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid HB 5422, HB 5423, HB 5425 and HB 5424 before the committee:
HB 5422
(Rep. Lilly)
A bill to amend 1976 IL 1, entitled
"A petition to initiate legislation to provide for the
use of returnable containers for soft drinks, soda
water, carbonated natural or mineral water, other
nonalcoholic carbonated drink, and for beer, ale, or
other malt drink of whatever alcoholic content, and
for certain other beverage containers; to provide for
the use of unredeemed bottle deposits; to prescribe
the powers and duties of certain state agencies and
officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide
remedies," (MCL 445.571 to 445.576) by adding
section 4c.
HB 5423
(Rep. Iden)
A bill to amend 1976 IL 1, entitled
"A petition to initiate legislation to provide for the
use of returnable containers for soft drinks, soda
water, carbonated natural or mineral water, other
nonalcoholic carbonated drink, and for beer, ale, or
other malt drink of whatever alcoholic content, and
for certain other beverage containers; to provide for
the use of unredeemed bottle deposits; to prescribe
the powers and duties of certain state agencies and
officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide
remedies," by amending section 3c (MCL 445.573c),
as amended by 1996 PA 384.
HB 5425
(Rep. Sneller)
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175,
entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by
amending section 14h of chapter XVII (MCL
777.14h), as amended by 2019 PA 49.
HB 5424
(Rep. Chirkun) A bill to amend 1976 IL 1, entitled
"A petition to initiate legislation to provide for the
use of returnable containers for soft drinks, soda
water, carbonated natural or mineral water, other
nonalcoholic carbonated drink, and for beer, ale, or
other malt drink of whatever alcoholic content, and
for certain other beverage containers; to provide for
the use of unredeemed bottle deposits; to prescribe
the powers and duties of certain state agencies and
officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide
remedies," by amending section 4 (MCL 445.574), as
amended by 1998 PA 473.
Representative Filler moved to refer House Bill No. 5422 to the committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall,
Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hall moved to refer House Bill No. 5423 to the committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall,
Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Chirkun moved to refer House Bill No. 5424 to the committee on Ways
and Means. The motion prevailed 15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall,
Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Liberati moved to refer House Bill No. 5425 to the committee on Ways
and Means. The motion prevailed 15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall,
Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
At 10:52 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 10:53 AM, with all members present, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Nelson Clemmens, representing AmRace & Sports, testified in support of SB 661.
Questions and discussion followed.
Dan Schafer, representing Sports Creek Raceway, testified in support of SB 661.
Questions and discussion followed.
Jason Uelmen, representing Michigan Horsemen's Benevolent & Protection Association,
testified in support of SB 661. Questions and discussion followed.
Bill Brooks, representing Firekeepers Casino/Nottawaseppi Huron Band of Potawatomi,
testified in opposition of SB 661. Questions and discussion followed.
Dan Leary, representing United States Trotting Association, testified in support of SB
661. Questions and discussion followed.
Brian Turnbull, representing Mayor, City of Northville, testified in opposition of SB 661.
Questions and discussion followed.
Pat Sullivan, representing Manager, City of Northville, testified in opposition of SB 661.
John, Ed and Mike Carlo, representing Northville Downs, testified in support of SB 661.
Questions and discussion followed.
Thomas Barrett, representing Michigan Harness Horseman's Association, testified in
support of SB 661. Questions and discussion followed.
Jacci Woods, representing Motor City Casino Hotel, testified in opposition of SB 661.
Questions and discussion followed.
Louis Theros, representing MGM Grand Detroit, testified in opposition of Questions and
discussion followed.
Bruce Dall, representing Motor City Casino, testified in opposition of SB 661.
Patrick Neely, representing Exacta Systems, testified in support of SB 661. Questions and
discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card with a support of SB 661, but due to the time
constraints were unable to speak:
Brett Boyd, Michigan Association of Fairs
Gene Chabrier, Xpressbet/TSG
The following people submitted a card with a support of SB 661, but did not wish to
speak:
Ruth Cornwell, representing the St. Joseph County Grange Fair.
Lisa Reiff, representing the Michigan Association of Fairs and Exhibitions.
Chandler French, representing the Chippewa County Fair.
John Currie, representing the Mescosta County Fair.
David Roberts, representing the Fowlerville Fair.
Claudia Cary, representing the Fowerville Veterinary clinic.
Frank Marotta Jr., DVM.
Frank Nickels, DVM, MS, DACVS.
Cindy Kesler, representing the Grand River Equine Feeds.
Jean Ligon, representing the Michigan Horse Council.
Tim Roach, representing the Northern Michigan Fair and Racing Association.
Ted Boschma, representing the Saddlewood Horseshoe Supply.
Kevin Kratz, DVM, representing the Sheridan Ridge Veterinary Clinic.
Jeff Beemer, representing the Ed Bock Feeds and Stuff.
Pamela Loomis, DVM.
Libby Myers, representing the Snow Ridge Farm.
Greg West, representing the Greg West Stables.
Rebecca Park, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 661, but did not wish to
speak:
Matt Breslin, representing the Greektown.
Sean Reed, representing the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe, Soaring Eagle.
Kenneth Cole, representing the City of Detroit.
The following people submitted a card with no position of SB 661, but did not wish to
speak:
Dave Murley, representing the Michigan Gaming Control Board.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Michael Webber adjourned
the meeting at 12:46 PM.
Representative Michael Webber, Chair
Molly Wingrove
Committee Clerk
mwingrove@house.mi.gov
Date Adopted: February
18, 2020


location: Room 327, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION
REP. JACK O'MALLEY
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
10:30 AM
Room 327, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Transportation was called to order by Chair O'Malley.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis, Sneller,
Clemente, Yancey, Haadsma, Shannon.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Sheppard.
Representative Cole moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 4, 2020. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
James Hohman, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, provided a presentation on
Road Bonding. Questions and discussion followed.
Brad Williams, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber, provided a presentation in support of
Governor Whitmer's proposed plan for Road Bonding. Questions and discussion followed.
At 11:02 AM, Chair O'Malley laid the committee at ease.
At 11:03 AM, Chair O'Malley called the committee back to order.
Craig Thiel, representing the Citizens Research Council, provided a presentation on Principles of
a Comprehensive Road Funding Plan in Michigan.
Representative Howell moved to excuse Representative Sheppard from the meeting. There being
no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jack O'Malley adjourned the meeting
at 11:14 AM.
Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS
REP. BRANDT IDEN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 11,
2020
10:30
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Standing Committee on Ways and Means was called to order by Chair Iden.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd,
Hertel, Bolden.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Leutheuser moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 4, 2020. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4476 before the committee:
HB 4476
(Rep. Eisen)
A bill to amend 1951 PA 51, entitled "An act
to provide for the classification of all public roads, streets,
and highways in this state, and for the revision of that
classification and for additions to and deletions from each
classification; to set up and establish the Michigan
transportation fund; to provide for the deposits in the
Michigan transportation fund of specific taxes on motor
vehicles and motor vehicle fuels; to provide for the
allocation of funds from the Michigan transportation fund
and the use and administration of the fund for transportation
purposes; to promote safe and efficient travel for motor
vehicle drivers, bicyclists, pedestrians, and other legal users
of roads, streets, and highways; to set up and establish the
truck safety fund; to provide for the allocation of funds from
the truck safety fund and administration of the fund for truck
safety purposes; to set up and establish the Michigan truck
safety commission; to establish certain standards for road
contracts for certain businesses; to provide for the continuing
review of transportation needs within the state; to authorize
the state transportation commission, counties, cities, and
villages to borrow money, issue bonds, and make pledges of
funds for transportation purposes; to authorize counties to
advance funds for the payment of deficiencies necessary for
the payment of bonds issued under this act; to provide for the
limitations, payment, retirement, and security of the bonds
and pledges; to provide for appropriations and tax levies by
counties and townships for county roads; to authorize
contributions by townships for county roads; to provide for
the establishment and administration of the state trunk line
fund, local bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund,
and certain other funds; to provide for the deposits in the
state trunk line fund, critical bridge fund, comprehensive
transportation fund, and certain other funds of money raised
by specific taxes and fees; to provide for definitions of
public transportation functions and criteria; to define the
purposes for which Michigan transportation funds may be
allocated; to provide for Michigan transportation fund grants;
to provide for review and approval of transportation
programs; to provide for submission of annual legislative
requests and reports; to provide for the establishment and
functions of certain advisory entities; to provide for
conditions for grants; to provide for the issuance of bonds
and notes for transportation purposes; to provide for the
powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and
officials; to provide for the making of loans for
transportation purposes by the state transportation
department and for the receipt and repayment by local units
and agencies of those loans from certain specified sources;
and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by amending section 11c
(MCL 247.661c), as amended by 2015 PA 182.
Monica Ackerson, representing Michigan Road Preservation Association, testified in opposition
to HB 4476.
The Chair laid HB 5197 and HB 5198 before the committee:
HB 5197
(Rep. Maddock)A bill to amend 1992 PA 116, entitled
"Records reproduction act," (MCL 24.401 to 24.406) by
adding section 2a.
HB 5198
(Rep. Maddock)A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The
Michigan penal code," by amending section 491 (MCL
750.491), as amended by 2017 PA 182.
Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 5197 with recommendation. The motion prevailed
11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel,
Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 5198 with recommendation. The motion prevailed
11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel,
Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5197, but did not wish to speak:
Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association.
The Chair returned to HB 4476:
Representative Warren moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4476. The motion prevailed 11-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel,
Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 4476 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel,
Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4476, but did not wish to
speak:
Troy Hagon, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation.
Lance Binoniemi, representing the Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation Association.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4476, but did not wish to speak:
Ed Noyola, representing the County Road Association.
The Chair laid HB 4508 before the committee:
HB 4508
(Rep. Webber) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The
insurance code of 1956," by amending section 1202 (MCL
500.1202), as amended by 2016 PA 114, and by adding
chapter 12b.
Representative Meerman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4508. The motion prevailed 11-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel,
Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Kahle moved to report out HB 4508 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel,
Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4508, but did not wish to speak:
Bill Zaagman, representing the American International Group.
The Chair laid HB 4740 before the committee:
HB 4740
(Rep. Miller)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
"Natural resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 75102, 75103, and 75104 (MCL
324.75102, 324.75103, and 324.75104), section 75102 as
amended by 2016 PA 11, section 75103 as added by 1995 PA
58, and section 75104 as amended by 2012 PA 251.
Representative Bolden moved to report out HB 4740 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel,
Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4740, but did not wish to speak:
Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
The Chair laid HB 4680, HB 4681, HB 4682, HB 4683, HB 4684 and SB 118 before the
committee:
HB 4680
(Rep. Jones)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled
"Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 803i (MCL
257.803i), as amended by 2011 PA 74.
HB 4681
(Rep. Tate)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled
"Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 803e and
803f (MCL 257.803e and 257.803f), section 803e as
amended by 2011 PA 46 and section 803f as amended by
2018 PA 681.
HB 4682
(Rep. Sabo)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled
"Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 803n (MCL
257.803n), as amended by 1999 PA 183.
HB 4683
(Rep. Howell)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled
"Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 803j (MCL
257.803j), as amended by 1999 PA 183.
HB 4684
(Rep. Vaupel)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled
"Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 803k (MCL
257.803k), as amended by 1999 PA 183.
SB 118
(Sen. Daley)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled
"Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 803e (MCL
257.803e), as amended by 2011 PA 46.
Representative Warren moved to report out HB 4680 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel,
Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hertel moved to report out HB 4681 with recommendation. The motion prevailed
11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel,
Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Leutheuser moved to report out HB 4682 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel,
Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Griffin moved to report out HB 4683 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel,
Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hauck moved to report out HB 4684 with recommendation. The motion prevailed
11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel,
Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to SB 118. The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel,
Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Meerman moved to report out SB 118 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2).
The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel,
Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the meeting at
10:42 AM.
Representative Brandt Iden, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
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
February 11, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Regulatory Reform was scheduled for Tuesday, February 11, 2020, at
3:00 p.m., in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 665 (Sen. Victory).
2. Reported SB 696 (S-1) (Sen. Outman) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Reported SB 659 (Sen. MacGregor) with recommendation and immediate effect.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 3:01 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss,
Polehanki and Wojno, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Moss to adopt the meeting minutes from January 21, 2020. Without
objection the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited Sen. Victory and his constituent, Isaac Hartman of New Holland Brewery, to summarize SB
655.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 665:
Larry Bell, Bell's Brewery – Oppose
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 655:
Scott Graham, Michigan Brewers Guild – Support
Brett Visner, Michigan Beer and Wine Wholesalers Association – Neutral
Julie Wendt, Michigan Liquor Control Commission - Neutral
The Chair brought up SB 696, and summarized the (S-1) version of SB 696.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to adopt the (S-1) version SB 696. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and Wojno.
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Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to report SB 696 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and Wojno.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 696 (S-1). Without objection, immediate
effect was recommended.
The Chair brought up SB 659.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 659:
Adam Reames, Secretary of State – Oppose
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to report SB 659 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall and Zorn.
Nays: None
Pass: Sen.(s) Moss, Polehanki, and Wojno.
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 659. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:21 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 02/18/2020
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evidence_text:
The Appropriations Subcommittee on Natural Resources and Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, February 11, 2020, at 8:00 a.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

Present: Senators Bumstead (C), Outman, Victory, McCann and Bayer


evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. KEN HORN, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JON C. BUMSTEAD
SEN. JIM RUNESTAD
SEN. KEVIN DALEY
SEN. DAYNA POLEHANKI, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. ERIKA GEISS
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND
CAREER READINESS
SENATOR LANA THEIS
CHAIR
7400 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-2420
FAX: (517) 373-2764
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
February 11, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Education and Career Readiness was scheduled for Tuesday, February
11, 2020, at 12:00 noon, in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 594 (Sen. Schmidt).
2. Testimony regarding SB 657 (Sen. Theis).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:00 noon He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Horn, Bumstead, Runestad, Daley, Polehanki and Geiss,
a quorum was present.
At 12:01 p.m., the Chair recessed the committee.
At 12:05 p.m., the Chair reconvened the committee.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to adopt the meeting minutes from February 4, 2020. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 594:
Madline Dasen, Office of Senator Schmidt – Support
Mallory DePrekel, CIS of Michigan – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 594:
Traci Lambert, Citizen – Neutral
Ellen Hoekstra, Brandon Communities Schools – Support
Amy Chapman, Michigan Association of School Social Workers – Oppose
Jean Doss, Michigan School Counselors Association – Oppose
Amy Campbell, Michigan Association of School Psychologists – Oppose
Julie Rove, AFT Michigan – Support
Carol Paine-McGovern, Kent School Services Network – Support
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 657:
David Saba, Teachers of Tomorrow – Support
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Matt Outlaw, Brandon School District – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 657:
Dr. David Michelson, Michigan Education Association – Oppose
Megan Morris, Central Michigan University – Oppose
Peter Spadafore, Michigan Association of Superintendents – Support
Matt Kurta, ESA Legislative Group – Support
Chris Glass, West Michigan Talent Triangle – Support
Jennifer Smith, Michigan Association of School Boards – Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:45 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: February 25, 2020
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evidence_text:
The Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, February 11, 2020, at 12:00 noon, Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

Present: Senators Schmidt (C), Victory, MacGregor, MacDonald, Zorn and Bayer

Excused: Senator Hollier


evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. KEN HORN, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. KIMBERLY A. LASATA
SEN. ARIC NESBITT
SEN. TOM BARRETT
SEN. JON C. BUMSTEAD
SEN. RICK OUTMAN
SEN. SEAN MCCANN, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. WINNIE BRINKS
SEN. MALLORY MCMORROW
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
February 11, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Energy and Technology was scheduled for Tuesday, February 11, 2020,
at 2:00 p.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 596 (Sen. Barrett) SB 597 (Sen. McBroom) and SB 598 (Sen. Irwin).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 2:00 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Lauwers, Sen.(s) Horn, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Bumstead, Outman,
McCann, Brinks and McMorrow, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to adopt the meeting minutes from January 28, 2020. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 596, SB 597 and SB 598:
Senators Jeff Irwin, Tom Barrett, Aric Nesbitt, Michigan State Senate – Support
Laura Sherman, Mark Hagerty, Mark Olinyk, Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council – Support
Jayson Wallert, Power Home Solar – Support
Renze Hoeksema, DTE Energy – Oppose
Due to the time constraints the following individuals were unable to testify on SB 596, SB 597 and SB 598:
Ed Rivet, Conservative Energy Forum – Support
John Freeman, Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association – Support
David Friedrichs, Homeland Solar – Support
Mike Linsea, Solar Winds Power Systems – Support
Lisa Patrell, Washtenaw 350
Jonathan Miner, MISUN Grand Rapids, WMEAC – Support
David Arnosti, Haslett Community Church – Support
Graig Toepfer, Citizen – Support
Marshall Clabeaux, Michigan Land, Air, Water – Support
John Schleicher, Michigan Interfaith Power and Light – Support
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Haldane Davies, Consumer Energy Alliance - Oppose
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 596, SB
597 and SB 598:
Dylan Pogh, Mid-America Solar LLC – Support
Paul Lukkari, Solar King LLC – Support
Dave Leahy, Citizen – Support
Alan Waller, Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association – Support
Wayne Schuurman, Audio Advisor – Support
Jeremy Zinn, Oak Electric – Support
Charlotte Jameson, Michigan Environmental Council – Support
Gloria Koch, Citizen – Support
Amanda Mayer, Distributed Power – Support
Diane Cheklich, DZ Power – Support
John Gourldy, Citizen – Support
Beverly Ghesquiere, Huron Vallen Tennis Club – Support
Nakhia Morrissette, Solar Energy Industries Association – Support
Amy Heart, Sun Run – Support
Donald King, Solar King LLC – Support
Alex Neeley, Solar King LLC – Support
Tim Minotas, Sierra Club – Support
Gwen Hejna, Citizen – Support
Paul Stankewitz, Michigan Catholic Conference – Support
John Sarver, Citizen – Support
Tanya Paslawski, Michigan Electric and Gas Association – Opposition
Ross Fisher, Citizen – Support
Andrew Vermeesch, Michigan Farm Bureau – Support
Chris Patselas, Citizen – Support
Dan Worth, Great Lakes Business Network – Support
Jim Byrum, Rural AG Policy Consultants – Support
Jim Lively, Citizen – Support
Nicholas Occhipinti, Michigan League of Conservation Voters – Support
Christian Munz, Citizen – Support
Robert Randalph, Quality Solar – Support
Samantha Crisci, Citizen – Support
Jason Bloomquist, Quality Solar – Support
Todd Tennis, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers – Opposition
Mark Hagerty, Michigan Solar Solutions – Support
Bill Queen, Citizen – Support
Jake Schuster, Citizen – Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:01 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: February 18, 2020
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evidence_text:
The Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor and Economic Opportunity/MEDC submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, February 11, 2020, at 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

Present: Senators Horn (C) and Schmidt

Excused: Senator Hollier

Scheduled Meetings

Appropriations - Wednesday, February 19, 2:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-5307

Subcommittees -

Agriculture and Rural Development - Thursday, February 20, 3:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768

Community Health/Human Services - Wednesday, February 19, 12:30 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

General Government - Wednesday, February 19, February 26, March 4, March 11 and March 18, 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

Justice and Public Safety - Thursdays, February 20 and February 27, 1:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768

Labor and Economic Opportunity/MEDC - Tuesdays, February 18, February 25 and March 3, 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

Natural Resources and Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy - Tuesday, February 18, 8:00 a.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

Universities and Community Colleges - Thursday, February 27, 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

Energy and Technology - Tuesday, February 18, 2:00 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-1721

Families, Seniors, and Veterans - Wednesday, February 19, 3:00 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-1721

Finance - Thursday, February 27, 11:00 a.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5312

Senator MacGregor moved that the Senate adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 11:57 a.m.

In pursuance of the order previously made, the President, Lieutenant Governor Gilchrist, declared the Senate adjourned until Tuesday, February 18, 2020, at 10:00 a.m.

MARGARET O’BRIEN

Secretary of the Senate


evidence_text:
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
February 11, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor and
Economic Opportunity/MEDC was scheduled for Tuesday, February 11, 2020, at 3:00 p.m., in the Harry T. Gast
Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol 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 Horn, Sen. Schmidt, a quorum was present.
The Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Schmidt, to adopt the meeting minutes from November 12, 2019.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding the Governor's FY 2020-21 budget
recommendation for the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity
Cory Savino, Senate Fiscal Agency – Neutral
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding an overview of the Department of
Labor and Economic Opportunity
Jeff Donofrio, Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity – Support
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding Pure Michigan
Amanda Bright McClanahan, Michigan Economic Development Corporation – Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Schmidt, to
adjourn the committee at 3:51 p.m.Without objection, the committee was adjourned.
Date Adopted by Committee: February 18, 2020
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COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
February 11, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation was
scheduled for Tuesday, February 11, 2020, at 12:00 noon, in the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor,
Capitol Building.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:00 noon He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Schmidt, Sens. Victory, MacGregor, MacDonald, Zorn and Bayer, a
quorum was present.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding
Michael Siracuse, Senate Fiscal Agency – Neutral
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:45 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: March 10, 2020
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
REP. SHANE HERNANDEZ
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, February 12,
2020
9:00
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Standing Committee on Appropriations was called to order by Chair Hernandez.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford,
Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley,
Love, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Hood, Tate.
Absent/Excused: Reps. Pagan, Cherry, Kennedy.
Representative Allor moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 5, 2020. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative Lightner moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 6, 2020. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid a presentation by the Office of the Auditor General on the IT Task Force
recommendations before the committee.
Melissa Schuiling and Keith Edwards, representing the Office of the Auditor General, gave a
presentation. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid a presentation on the Executive Budget Recommendation before the committee.
Mary Ann Cleary, Director of the House Fiscal Agency, gave a presentation on the Executive
Budget Recommendation. Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Hoadley moved to excuse Representatives Pagan, Cherry and Kennedy from the
meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Shane Hernandez adjourned the
meeting at 10:00 AM.
Representative Shane Hernandez, Chair
Matt Carnagie
Committee Clerk
mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


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MEMBERS:
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. TOM BARRETT
SEN. RUTH A. JOHNSON
SEN. JIM RUNESTAD
SEN. STEPHANIE CHANG, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JEFF IRWIN
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY AND PUBLIC
SAFETY
SENATOR PETER J. LUCIDO
CHAIR
3100 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7670
FAX: (517) 373-5958
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
February 13, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety was scheduled for Thursday, February 13,
2020, at 8:30 a.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 104 (Sen. Runestad).
2. Testimony regarding SB 463 (Sen. Lucido).
3. Testimony regarding SB 535 (Sen. Lucido).
4. Reported HB 5103 (Rep. Wakeman) with recommendation and immediate effect.
5. Reported HB 4712 (Sen. S. Johnson) with recommendation and immediate effect.
6. Reported HB 4713 (Rep. Miller) with recommendation and immediate effect.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 8:31 a.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Lucido, Sen(s). VanderWall, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin, a
quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the meeting minutes from February 6, 2020.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair moved to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Sen. Barrett was excused
from the meeting.
The Chair invited Sen. Runestad to summarize SB 104.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 104:
Michael Zoran, Citizen - Support
Judy Allen, Michigan Townships Association – Oppose
Philip L. Ellison, Attorney – Support
Jen Rigtrink, Michigan Municipal League - Oppose
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 104:
Merissa Kovach, American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan – Support
Chris Johnson, Michigan Municipal League – Oppose
Chris Hackbarth, Michigan Municipal League – Oppose
Meghann Keit, Michigan Association of Counties – Oppose
David Guenthner, Mackinac Center – Support
Curtis Holt, City of Wyoming, City Manager – Oppose
Kimberly Buddin, ACLU of Michigan- Support
The Chair summarized SB 463.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 463:
Erica Kohler, Citizen – Support
The Chair summarized SB 535.
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 535:
Jean Doss for Kathy Hagenian, Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence - Oppose
The Chair brought up HB 5103.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report HB 5103 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen(s). VanderWall, Johnson, Runestad, Chang, and Irwin.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 5103. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair brought up HB 4712.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report HB 4712 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen(s). VanderWall, Johnson, Runestad, Chang, and Irwin.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4712. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair brought up HB 4713.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report HB 4713 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen(s). VanderWall, Johnson, Runestad, Chang, and Irwin.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4713. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:44 a.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 02/27/2020


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MEMBERS:
SEN. ED MCBROOM, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. PETER J. LUCIDO
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL
SEN. PAUL WOJNO, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON ELECTIONS
SENATOR RUTH A. JOHNSON
CHAIR
7300 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1636
FAX: (517) 373-1453
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
February 13, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Elections was scheduled for Thursday, February 13, 2020, at 12:30 p.m.,
in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SB 756 (S-1) (Sen. Johnson) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported SB 757 (S-1) (Sen. Johnson) with recommendation and immediate effect.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:33 p.m. She instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Johnson, Sen.(s) McBroom, Lucido, VanderWall, and Wojno, a quorum
was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to adopt the meeting minutes from January 29, 2020. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair offered, and summarized, and (S-1) version to SB 756 and an (S-1) version to SB 757.
The following cards were read in of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB
756 and SB 757:
Bill Zaagman, Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks and Michigan Association of County Clerks –
Support
Tom Frazier, Michigan Townships Association – Support
Jenita Moore, Michigan Secretary of State – Support
Nicholas Occhipinti, Michigan League of Conservation Voters – Support
Merissa Kovach, American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan – Support
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The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Lucido to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 756. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Johnson, Sen.(s) McBroom, Lucido, VanderWall, and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to report the (S-1) version of SB 756 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Johnson, Sen.(s) McBroom, Lucido, VanderWall, and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 756 (S-1). Without objection, immediate
effect was recommended.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Lucido to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 757. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Johnson, Sen.(s) McBroom, Lucido, VanderWall, and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to report the (S-1) version of SB 757 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Johnson, Sen.(s) McBroom, Lucido, VanderWall, and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 757 (S-1). Without objection, immediate
effect was recommended.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:39 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: March 11, 2020
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MEMBERS:
SEN. RUTH A. JOHNSON, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. KEVIN DALEY
SEN. BETTY JEAN ALEXANDER, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JEREMY MOSS
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT
SENATOR DALE W. ZORN
CHAIR
5100 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-3543
FAX: (517) 373-0927
**DRAFT**
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
February 13, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Local Government was scheduled for Thursday, February 13, 2020, at
1:30 p.m., in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SB 692 (S-1) (Sen. Zorn) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported SB 712 (S-1) (Sen. Bumstead) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Reported SB 713 (Sen. Bumstead) with recommendation and immediate effect.
4. Reported SB 762 (Sen. Horn) with recommendation and immediate effect.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:37 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, Alexander and Moss, a quorum was
present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to adopt the meeting minutes from February 6, 2020. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 692 and
(S-1):
Tom Frazier, Michigan Townships Association – Neutral
Jen Rigterink, Michigan Municipal League – Neutral
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 692:
Brad Ward, Michigan Realtors – Support
Clay Powell, Rental Property Owners Association of Michigan – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 692. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, Alexander, and Moss.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to report the (S-1) version of SB 692 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
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Yeas: Chair Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, Alexander, and Moss.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 692. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 712. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, Alexander, and Moss.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to report the (S-1) version of SB 712 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, Alexander, and Moss.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 712. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to report SB 713 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, Alexander, and Moss.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 713. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Alexander to report SB 762 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, Alexander, and Moss.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 762. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:47 p.m.
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The Appropriations Subcommittee on K-12 and Michigan Department of Education submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, February 13, 2020, at 9:00 a.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

Present: Senators Outman, Bumstead, Daley and Bayer


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MEMBERS:
SEN. KIMBERLY A. LASATA, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. ARIC NESBITT
SEN. ED MCBROOM
SEN. CURTIS HERTEL, JR., MINORITY VICE CHAIR
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON ADVICE AND CONSENT
SENATOR PETER J. LUCIDO
CHAIR
3100 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7670
FAX: (517) 373-5958
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
February 13, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Advice and Consent was scheduled for Thursday, February 13, 2020
at 12:00 noon., in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. A hearing to consider the appointment of Mr. Samuel Bagenstos to the Michigan Employment
Relations Commission.
2. A hearing to consider the appointment of Mrs. Zinna Faraj Elhasan and Ms. Portia L. Roberson
to the Michigan Civil Rights Commission.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:05 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Lucido, Sen.(s) LaSata, Nesbitt, McBroom and Hertel, a quorum
was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to adopt the meeting minutes from the February 6, 2020
meeting. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited Mr. Samuel Bagenstos to provide the committee with his introductory statement. Member
questions followed.
The committee went at ease at 12:34 p.m. to allow Chair Lucido and Sen. McBroom to attend another
committee. Vice Chair LaSata reconvened the meeting at 12:34 p.m. to continue testimony.
The Vice Chair invited Zinna Faraj Elhasan and Ms. Portia L. Roberson to provide the committee with their
introductory statements. Member questions followed.
The committee went at ease at 12:44 p.m. and with all members present, Chair Lucido reconvened the
meeting at 12:44 p.m. to continue testimony.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the meeting. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:31 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 02/20/2020


location: Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building

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The Appropriations Subcommittee on Justice and Public Safety submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, February 13, 2020, at 1:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Barrett (C) and Runestad

Excused: Senator Hollier


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MEMBERS:
SEN. JOHN BIZON, M.D., MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. RUTH A. JOHNSON
SEN. KIMBERLY A. LASATA
SEN. MICHAEL D. MACDONALD
SEN. LANA THEIS
SEN. WINNIE BRINKS, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. CURTIS HERTEL, JR.
SEN. SYLVIA SANTANA
SEN. PAUL WOJNO
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY AND
HUMAN SERVICES
SENATOR CURTIS S. VANDERWALL
CHAIR
4500 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1725
FAX: (517) 373-0741
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
February 13, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Health Policy and Human Services was scheduled for Thursday,
February 13, 2020, at 1:00 p.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 612 (Sen. VanderWall).
2. Presentation regarding Congenital Heart Disease.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:01 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 February 6, 2020. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 612:
Dr. John Roarty, Michigan Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons – Support
Dr. Eric Gratias and Matt Ness, Evicore – Oppose
Susan Pigg, Citizen – Support
Julie Greene, Orthopedic Associates of Muskegon – Support
Lisa Pearson, Michigan Pain Consultants – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 612:
Toby Lyon-Moore, American Nurses Association of Michigan – Support
Matt Patton, Detroit Regional Chamber – Oppose
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The Chair invited Dr. John Charpie, of the University of Michigan's Congenital Heart Center, and Ben Bodkin,
to give a presentation regarding congenital heart defects.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:34 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: February 20, 2020
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The Appropriations Subcommittee on Universities and Community Colleges submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, February 13, 2020, at 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

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

Scheduled Meetings

Advice and Consent - Thursday, February 20, 12:00 noon, Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373‑5312

Appropriations - Wednesday, February 19, 2:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-5307

Subcommittees -

Agriculture and Rural Development - Thursday, February 20, 3:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768

Capital Outlay - Wednesday, February 26, 3:30 p.m., Room 352, House Appropriations, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

Community Health/Human Services - Wednesday, February 19, 12:30 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

General Government - Wednesday, February 19, February 26, March 4, March 11 and March 18, 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

Justice and Public Safety - Thursdays, February 20 and February 27, 1:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768

K-12 and Michigan Department of Education - Thursday, February 20, 9:00 a.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

Labor and Economic Opportunity/MEDC - Tuesdays, February 25 and March 3, 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)/Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) - Thursday, February 20, 8:45 a.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768

Universities and Community Colleges - Thursdays, February 20 and February 27, 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

Economic and Small Business Development - Thursday, February 20, 12:00 noon, Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-1721

Families, Seniors, and Veterans - Wednesday, February 19, 3:00 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-1721

Finance - Wednesday, February 19, 12:30 p.m. and Thursday, February 27, 11:00 a.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5312

Insurance and Banking - Wednesday, February 19, 8:30 a.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5314

Transportation and Infrastructure - Wednesday, February 19, 12:30 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5323

Senator MacGregor moved that the Senate adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 12:11 p.m.

The President pro tempore, Senator Nesbitt, declared the Senate adjourned until Wednesday, February 19, 2020, at 10:00 a.m.

MARGARET O’BRIEN

Secretary of the Senate


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**DRAFT**
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
February 13, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Appropriations Subcommittee on Justice and Public
Safety was scheduled for Thursday, February 13, 2020, at 1:00 p.m., in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office
Building.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Barrett, Sen. Runestad, a quorum was present.
Chair Barrett discussed the overall responsibilities of the subcommittee, to oversee and produce FY 2020-21
budget recommendations to the Senate Appropriations Committee for the Department of State Police,
Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, Department of Corrections, and the Judiciary. He announced that
for today's meeting, the Department of State Police will present the Governor's FY 2020-21 budget
recommendations for its Department.
Col. Joseph Gasper, Director of the Department of State Police, testified about the programs, responsibilities,
and priorities of the State Police. He discussed his department's culture and the components to policing: traffic
safety enforcement, community engagement, and crime prevention. He used a PowerPoint presentation to
discuss highlights of the Governor's FY 2020-21 budget recommendations for the department.
Other discussion topics included trooper strength, immigration law compliance, recruiting, opioid law
enforcement, personal privacy issues, and in-car video camera upgrades.
The Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Runestad, to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without
objection, Sen. Hollier was excused from the meeting.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Runestad, to
adjourn the committee at 1:45 p.m.Without objection, the committee was adjourned.
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COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
February 13, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Appropriations Subcommittee on K-12 and Michigan
Department of Education was scheduled for Thursday, February 13, 2020, at 9:00 a.m., in the Harry T. Gast
Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Schmidt, Sens. Outman, Bumstead, Daley and Bayer, a quorum was
present.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding
Beth Bullion, State Budget Office – Support
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding
Ann Richmond & Kyle Guerrant, Department of Education – Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Outman, to
adjourn the committee at 9:32 a.m.Without objection, the committee was adjourned.
Date Adopted by Committee: February 20, 2020
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**DRAFT**
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
February 13, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Universities and Community Colleges was scheduled
for Thursday, February 13, 2020, at 3:00 p.m., in the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol
Building.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 3:03 p.m. She instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair LaSata, Sens. Horn, Bizon, MacDonald, Zorn, Irwin and Hertel, a
quorum was present.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding the fiscal year 2020-21 Higher
Education and Community Colleges budgets. Both parties provided written testimony to the subcommittee.
Josh Sefton, Senate Fiscal Agency – No Position
Beth Bullion and Brent Turner, State Budget Office – Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Horn, to
adjourn the committee at 3:38 p.m.Without objection, the subcommittee was adjourned.
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
REP. GRAHAM FILLER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
9:00 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Judiciary was called to order by Chair Filler.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman,
Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Absent/Excused: None.
The Chair laid HB 5336, HB 5490 and HB 5491 before the committee:
HB 5336
(Rep. Iden)
A bill to amend 2018 PA 16, entitled
"Uniform commercial real estate receivership act," by
amending the title and sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 14,
15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 24, and 25 (MCL 554.1011, 554.1012,
554.1013, 554.1014, 554.1015, 554.1016, 554.1021,
554.1022, 554.1023, 554.1024, 554.1025, 554.1026,
554.1028, 554.1029, 554.1030, 554.1031, 554.1034, and
554.1035).
HB 5490
(Rep. Iden)
A bill to amend 2016 PA 281, entitled
"Medical marihuana facilities licensing act," by amending
sections 102 and 206 (MCL 333.27102 and 333.27206),
section 102 as amended by 2019 PA 3 and section 206 as
amended by 2018 PA 648, and by adding section 206a.
HB 5491
(Rep. Iden)
A bill to amend 2018 IL 1, entitled
"Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act," by
amending sections 3 and 8 (MCL 333.27953 and 333.27958)
and by adding section 9a.
Representative Iden and Christopher Yates, representing the Michigan Judges Association,
testified together in support of HB 5336, HB 5490 and HB 5491.
Michael Leib and Judy Calton, both representing the Business Law Section, testified in support
of HB 5336.
The Chair laid SB 68 before the committee:
SB 68
(Sen. Wojno)
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled
"Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending section 6452
(MCL 600.6452).
Senator Wojno testified in support of SB 68. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 68, but did not wish to speak:
Peter Cunningham, representing the State Bar of Michigan.
Algeria Wilson, representing the National Association of Social Workers.
Noah Smith, representing the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan.
Kimberly Buddin, representing the ACLU of Michigan.
Representative Bolden moved to report out SB 68 with recommendation. The motion prevailed
13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 5421 before the committee:
HB 5421
(Rep. Filler)
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The
Michigan penal code," by amending section 539c (MCL
750.539c).
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5421, but did not wish to speak:
Stephanie Johnson, representing the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police.
Representative Steven Johnson moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5421. The motion
prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative LaFave moved to report out HB 5421 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HR 227 before the committee:
HR 227
(Rep. Eisen)
A resolution to reaffirm the right of
Michigan residents to keep and bear arms under the
Constitution of the State of Michigan of 1963 and the
Constitution of the United States.
The following people submitted a card in support of HR 227, but did not wish to speak:
Brady Schickinger, representing the Michigan Coalition for Responsible Gun Owners.
Representative LaGrand offered the following amendments to HR 227:
1. Amend page 1, line 1, after "of" by inserting "every person in".
2. Amend page 1, line 1, after "Michigan" by striking out "residents".
3. Amend page 1, line 8, after "allows" by inserting "every person in".
4. Amend page 1, line 8, after "Michigan" by striking out "citizens".
5. Amend page 2, line 5, after "of" by inserting "every person in".
6. Amend page 2, line 5, after "Michigan" by striking out "residents".
7. Amend page 2, line 8, after the first "the" by striking out "citizens" and inserting "people".
8. Amend page 2, line 13, after "of" by inserting "every person in".
9. Amend page 2, line 13, after "Michigan" by striking out "residents".
Representative LaGrand moved to adopt the amendments to HR 227. The motion did not prevail
5-7-1:
UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Wozniak.
Pass: Rep. Berman.
At 9:32 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 9:35 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Representative LaGrand offered the following amendments to HR 227:
1. Amend page 1, line 3, after "States" by inserting a comma and "and to encourage the
Congress of the United States to propose an amendment to the Constitution of the United
States".
2. Amend page 2, line 15, after "States" by inserting a comma and "and be it further
Resolved, That we encourage the Congress of the United States to propose an amendment to
the Constitution of the United States which repeals the portion of the Second Amendment
stating "A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State", and be it
further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the President of the United States
Senate, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the members of the Michigan
congressional delegation.".
Representative LaGrand moved to adopt the amendments to HR 227. The motion did not prevail
4-8-1:
UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaGrand, Guerra, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak.
Pass: Rep. Elder.
Representative LaFave moved to report out HR 227 with recommendation. The motion prevailed
9-3-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
Elder.
Nays: Reps. LaGrand, Guerra, Bolden.
Pass: Rep. Yancey.
There being no further business before the committee, Chairman Filler adjourned the meeting at
9:37 AM.
Representative Graham Filler, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION
REP. GARY HOWELL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
12:00 PM
Room 326, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to
order by Chair Howell.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy,
Pohutsky.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Rendon moved to adopt the minutes from the February 11th , 2020 meeting. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5463 before the committee:
HB 5463
(Rep. Lilly)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
"Natural resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 80110 and 80112 (MCL 324.80110 and
324.80112), as amended by 2006 PA 237, and by adding
section 80112a.
Representative Lilly testified in support of HB 5463 (H-1). Questions and discussion followed.
Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in support of
HB 5463 (H-1). Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5463 (H-1), but did not
wish to speak:
Nicki Polan, representing the Michigan Boating Industries Association.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5463 (H-1), but did not wish to speak:
Herasanna Richards, representing the Michigan Municipal League.
Representative Pohutsky moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5463. The motion prevailed 9-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy,
Pohutsky.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Calley moved to refer House Bill No. 5463 to the committee on Ways and Means,
with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy,
Pohutsky.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid SB 714 before the committee:
SB 714
(Sen. Victory)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
"Natural resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 32312, 32312a, and 32510 (MCL
324.32312, 324.32312a, and 324.32510), section 32312 as
amended by 2019 PA 84, section 32312a as added by 1997
PA 126, and section 32510 as added by 1995 PA 59, and by
adding sections 32312c and 32517.
Amber Vroman, representing Senator Victory's Office, testified in support of SB 714. Questions
and discussion followed.
Pam Stille testified in support of SB 714. Questions and discussion followed.
Ron Wilson, representing the Great Lakes Coalition, testified in support of SB 714.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 714, but did not wish to speak:
Dave Worthams, representing the Michigan Bankers Association.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 714, but did not wish to speak:
Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club.
Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
Tom Zimnicki, representing the Michigan Environmental Council.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at
12:56 PM.
Representative Gary Howell, Chair
Amy Rostkowycz
Committee Clerk
arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY REFORM
REP. MICHAEL WEBBER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
10:30 AM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Regulatory Reform was called to order by Chair Webber.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall,
Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Berman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 11, 2020. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4686 before the committee:
HB 4686
(Rep. Berman) A bill to amend 1996 IL 1, entitled
"Michigan gaming control and revenue act," by amending
section 25 (MCL 432.225), as added by 1997 PA 69.
Representative Berman moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4686. The motion prevailed 15-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall,
Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Berman testified in support of HB 4686. Questions and discussion followed.
Michael Burke, representing the Michigan Association on Problem Gambling, testified in
support of HB 4686. Questions and discussion followed.
Dave Murley, representing the Michigan Gaming Control Board, testified in support of HB 4686.
Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid SB 711 before the committee:
SB 711
(Sen. Bumstead)
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled
"Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending
section 109 (MCL 436.1109), as amended by 2018 PA 409,
and by adding section 504.
Travis Chapman, representing Senator Bumstead, testified in support of SB 711. Questions and
discussion followed.
The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on SB 711, but did not wish to
speak:
Kerry Krone, representing the Michigan Liquor Control Commission.
The following person submitted a card in support of SB 711, but did not wish to speak:
Brett Visner, representing the Michigan Beer and Wine Wholesalers Association.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Michael Webber adjourned the
meeting at 11:07 AM.
Representative Michael Webber, Chair
Molly Wingrove
Committee Clerk
mwingrove@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION
REP. JACK O'MALLEY
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
10:30 AM
Room 327, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Transportation was called to order by Chair O'Malley.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis,
Sneller, Clemente, Yancey, Haadsma, Shannon.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Sheppard moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 11, 2020. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4170 before the committee:
HB 4170
(Rep. Kahle)
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled
"Michigan memorial highway act," (MCL 250.1001 to
250.2080) by adding section 6b.
Representative Kahle testified in support of HB 4170.
Representative Alexander moved to refer House Bill No. 4170 to the committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 12-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis,
Sneller, Clemente, Haadsma, Shannon.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. Yancey.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4170, but did not wish to
speak:
Mark Polsdofer, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4170, but did not wish to speak:
Sergeant Nicole McGhee, representing the Michigan State Police.
The Chair laid HB 4475 before the committee:
HB 4475
(Rep. Elder)
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled
"Michigan memorial highway act," (MCL 250.1001 to
250.2081) by adding section 1090.
Representative Elder and Representative Wakeman, joined by Ann Gould, mother of Sergeant
Kristopher Gould, all testified in support of HB 4475.
Representative Howell moved to refer House Bill No. 4475 to the committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 12-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis,
Sneller, Clemente, Haadsma, Shannon.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. Yancey.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4475, but did not wish to
speak:
Mark Polsdofer, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4475, but did not wish to speak:
Ann Gould, representing the mother of Sergeant Kristopher Gould.
The Chair laid HB 5113 before the committee:
HB 5113
(Rep. Hoitenga) A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled
"Michigan memorial highway act," (MCL 250.1001 to
250.2084) by adding section 55a.
Representative Hoitenga testified in support of HB 5113. Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Howell moved to refer House Bill No. 5113 to the committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 12-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis,
Sneller, Clemente, Haadsma, Shannon.
Nays: Rep. Yancey.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jack O'Malley adjourned the meeting
at 11:00 AM.
Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. KEN HORN, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. KIMBERLY A. LASATA
SEN. ARIC NESBITT
SEN. TOM BARRETT
SEN. JON C. BUMSTEAD
SEN. RICK OUTMAN
SEN. SEAN MCCANN, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. WINNIE BRINKS
SEN. MALLORY MCMORROW
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
February 18, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Energy and Technology was scheduled for Tuesday, February 18, 2020,
at 2:00 p.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 4266 (Rep. Triston Cole) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported HB 5266 (Rep. Triston Cole) with recommendation and immediate effect.
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, Sens. Horn, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Bumstead, Outman,
McCann, Brinks and McMorrow, a quorum was present.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4266 and HB 5266:
Joe Baumann, Michigan Electric Cooperative Association – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4266
and HB 5266:
Gavin Goetz, AT&T – Support
Jennifer Greenburg, Telecom Association of Michigan – Support
Bob Stewart, Frontier Communications – Support
Mark Kappler, Tri-County Electric Cooperative – Support
Chris Horak, Comcast – Support
Reka Holley, Michigan Public Service Commission – Support
Matt Groen, Michigan Cable Telecommunications Association – Support
Andrew Vermeesch, Michigan Farm Bureau – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to report HB 4266 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
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Yeas: Chair Lauwers, Sens. Horn, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Bumstead, Outman, McCann, Brinks, and
McMorrow.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4266. Without objection, immediate effect
was recommended.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to report HB 5266 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Lauwers, Sens. Horn, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Bumstead, Outman, McCann, Brinks, and
McMorrow.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 5266. Without objection, immediate effect
was recommended.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:09 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: February 25, 2020
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evidence_text:
The Appropriations Subcommittee on Natural Resources and Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, February 18, 2020, at 8:00 a.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

Present: Senators Bumstead (C), Outman, Victory and McCann

Excused: Senator Bayer


evidence_text:
The Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, February 18, 2020, at 12:00 noon, Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

Present: Senators Schmidt, Victory, MacGregor, MacDonald, Zorn, Hollier and Bayer


evidence_text:
The Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor and Economic Opportunity/MEDC submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, February 18, 2020, at 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

Present: Senators Horn (C) and Schmidt

Excused: Senator Hollier


evidence_text:
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
February 18, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Regulatory Reform was scheduled for Tuesday, February 18, 2020, at
3:00 p.m., in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Removed from agenda SB 665 (Sen. Victory).
2. Testimony regarding SB 660 (Sen. Hollier).
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 Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss,
Polehanki and Wojno, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to adopt the meeting minutes from February 11, 2020. Without
objection the minutes were adopted.
The Chair announced that SB 665 was removed from the days agenda.
The Chair invited Sen. Hollier to summarize SB 660.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 660:
Curtis Hackwell II, Michigan Student Athletics – Support
Warren Stanfield, Citizen – Support
Jerold King, Sound Mind Sound Body – Support
Trevon Claybourne, Sound Mind Sound Body - Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 4:09 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 02/25/2020
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