evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION
REP. PAMELA HORNBERGER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
9:00 AM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Education was called to order by Chair Hornberger.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Crawford, Vaupel, Reilly, Hall, Markkanen, O'Malley,
Wakeman, Camilleri, Sowerby, Brenda Carter, Tyrone Carter, Koleszar, Stone.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Vaupel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from January 14, 2020. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5236 before the committee:
HB 5236
(Rep. Anthony) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The
revised school code," by amending section 1538 (MCL
380.1538), as amended by 2007 PA 144.
Representative O'Malley moved to refer House Bill No. 5236 to the committee on Military,
Veterans and Homeland Security. The motion prevailed 15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Crawford, Vaupel, Reilly, Hall, Markkanen, O'Malley,
Wakeman, Camilleri, Sowerby, Brenda Carter, Tyrone Carter, Koleszar, Stone.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card with a support of HB 5236, but did not wish to speak:
Caroline Liethen, representing the Michigan Department of Education.
The Chair laid HB 4739 before the committee:
HB 4739
(Rep. Berman) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The
revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding
section 1263a.
Representative Vaupel moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4739. The motion prevailed 15-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Crawford, Vaupel, Reilly, Hall, Markkanen, O'Malley,
Wakeman, Camilleri, Sowerby, Brenda Carter, Tyrone Carter, Koleszar, Stone.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Camilleri offered the following amendments to HB 4739 (H-2):
1. Amend page 1, line 2, after "year," by striking out the balance of the line through "A" on
line 4 and inserting "a".
2. Amend page 1, line 4, after "district" by inserting "that receives funding under section
32d of the state school aid act of 1979, MCL 388.1632d, for a great start readiness
program,".
3. Amend page 1, line 5, after "designee" by inserting a comma.
4. Amend page 1, line 5, after "each" by striking out "school".
5. Amend page 1, line 5, after "building" by striking out the balance of the line through
"district" on line 8 and inserting "that will be utilized for a great start readiness program
funded under section 32d of the state school aid act of 1979, MCL 388.1632d, for which the
intermediate school district is the fiduciary under section 32d of the state school aid act of
1979, MCL 388.1632d,".
6. Amend page 2, line 2, by striking out all of subdivisions (b) and (c).
7. Amend page 2, line 14, after "of" by striking out "school".
8. Amend page 2, line 24, after "the" by striking out "school".
9. Amend page 2, line 25, after "any" by striking out "school".
10. Amend page 3, line 3, after "in" by striking out "subdivisions" and inserting
"subdivision".
11. Amend page 3, line 3, after "(b)," by striking out the balance of the line through "(d),"
on line 4.
12. Amend page 3, line 11, after "If" by striking out "an intermediate school district or
school district" and inserting "a great start readiness program funded under section 32d of
the state school aid act of 1979, MCL 388.1632d,".
13. Amend page 3, line 18, by striking out "intermediate school district or school district"
and inserting "great start readiness program".
14. Amend page 3, line 20, by striking out all of subdivisions (c) and (d).
15. Amend page 4, line 7, after "If" by striking out "an intermediate school district or
school district" and inserting "a great start readiness program funded under section 32d of
the state school aid act of 1979, MCL 388.1632d,".
16. Amend page 4, line 14, after "completion." by striking out the balance of the line
through "completion." on line 26.
17. Amend page 4, line 28, after "district" by striking out the balance of the line through the
second "school" on line 29.
18. Amend page 5, line 2, after "district's" by striking out the balance of the line through
"school's" on line 3.
19. Amend page 5, line 4, by striking out all of subsection (7) and renumbering the
remaining subsection.
Representative Camilleri spoke to his amendments.
Representative Camilleri moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4739 (H-2). The motion did not
prevail 6-9-0:
UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Camilleri, Sowerby, Brenda Carter, Tyrone Carter, Koleszar, Stone.
Nays: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Crawford, Vaupel, Reilly, Hall, Markkanen, O'Malley,
Wakeman.
Pass: None.
Representative Camilleri offered the following amendment to HB 4739 (H-2):
1. Amend page 5, following line 9, by inserting:
"(8) The legislature shall appropriate sufficient funds from a fund identified on a list of
funds submitted by the department of health and human services, excluding the state
school aid fund established under section 11 of article IX of the state constitution of 1963, to
only public schools to fully reimburse great start readiness programs that are located
within school buildings operated by those public schools for the costs of contracting for the
completion of modifications or remedial measures as described under this section, as
applicable." and renumbering the remaining subsection.
Representative Camilleri spoke to his amendment.
Representative Camilleri moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4739 (H-2). The motion did not
prevail 6-9-0:
UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Camilleri, Sowerby, Brenda Carter, Tyrone Carter, Koleszar, Stone.
Nays: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Crawford, Vaupel, Reilly, Hall, Markkanen, O'Malley,
Wakeman.
Pass: None.
Representative O'Malley moved to refer House Bill No. 4739 to the committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 9-5-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Crawford, Vaupel, Hall, Markkanen, O'Malley, Wakeman,
Koleszar.
Nays: Reps. Reilly, Sowerby, Brenda Carter, Tyrone Carter, Stone.
Pass: Rep. Camilleri.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4739, but due to the time constraints
were unable to speak:
Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards
Peter Spadafore, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents and
Administrators
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4739, but did not wish to speak:
Lisa Hicks Clayton, representing the Dearborn Heights City Council.
Tabitha Kerr, representing herself.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4739, but did not wish to speak:
Dirk Wheeldreyer, representing the School Equity Caucus.
Lisa Hansknecht, representing Oakland County Schools.
Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of School Principals.
Jerry Johnson, representing the Barry, Branch, Calhoun, Jackson, Lenawee, and Monroe
Intermediate School Districts.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Pamela Hornberger adjourned the
meeting at 9:20 AM.
Representative Pamela Hornberger, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


meeting_state: held

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
REP. JASON M SHEPPARD
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
12:00 PM
Room 426, State Capitol Building, Lansing
MI
The House Standing Committee on Government Operations was called to order by Chair
Sheppard.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Sheppard, Cole, Lilly, Greig, Rabhi.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Cole moved to adopt the meeting minutes from January 14, 2020. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SCR 18 before the committee:
SCR 18
(Sen. Nesbitt)
A concurrent resolution to oppose the
inclusion of labor peace agreements in the Marijuana
Regulatory Agency's permanent rules and to oppose the
inclusion of labor peace agreements or any similar construct
in the administrative rules of this state.
Sandra McCormick, representing the Great Lakes Cannabis Chamber of Commerce, testified in
support of SCR 18.
Charles Owen, representing the National Federation of Independent Business of Michigan,
testified in support of SCR 18. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of SCR 18, but did not wish to speak:
David Geunthner, representing the Mackinac Center.
Wendy Block, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
Jeff Wiggens, representing ABC of Michigan.
Tony Daunt, representing the Michigan Freedom Fund.
Annie Patnaude, representing Americans for Prosperity.
The following person submitted a card in opposition to SCR 18, but did not wish to speak:
Todd Tennis, representing the United Food and Commercial Workers.
At 12:09 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 12:10 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Tim Griemel, representing AFSME Council 25, testified in opposition to SCR 18. Questions and
discussion followed.
Representative Lilly moved to report out SCR 18 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 3-
2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Sheppard, Cole, Lilly.
Nays: Reps. Greig, Rabhi.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jason Sheppard adjourned the
meeting at 12:17 PM.
Representative Jason Sheppard, Chair
Angie Lake
Committee Clerk
alake@house.mi.gov


location: Room 519, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
REP. GRAHAM FILLER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, January 28, 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 January 21, 2020. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5325, HB 5326 and HB 5327 before the committee:
HB 5325
(Rep. Calley)
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The
code of criminal procedure," by amending sections 20a and
36 of chapter VIII (MCL 768.20a and 768.36), as amended
by 2014 PA 76, and by adding sections 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43,
44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, and 51 to chapter VIII.
HB 5326
(Rep. Hammoud)
A bill to amend 1974 PA 258,
entitled "Mental health code," by amending a division
heading of chapter 10 and section 1050 (MCL 330.2050);
and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
HB 5327
(Rep. Wozniak) A bill to amend 1939 PA 288, entitled
"Probate code of 1939," by amending section 17 of chapter
XIIA (MCL 712A.17), as amended by 1998 PA 474.
Representative Calley; Judge Milton Mack, representing the State Court Administrative Office;
and Chris Becker, Kent County Prosecuting Attorney, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys of
Michigan, testified in support of HB 5325, HB 5326 and HB 5327. Questions and discussion
followed.
Sheriff Wriggelsworth and Sheriff Saxton, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association,
testified in support of HB 5325, HB 5326 and HB 5327. Questions and discussion followed.
Meghann Keit, representing the Michigan Association of Counties, testified in support of HB
5325, HB 5326 and HB 5327. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5325, HB 5326 and HB 5327, but did
not wish to speak:
Algeria Wilson, representing the National Association of Social Workers.
Noah Smith, representing the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan.
The Chair laid HB 4923 and HB 4924 before the committee:
HB 4923
(Rep. Lilly)
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The
code of criminal procedure," by amending section 16u of
chapter XVII (MCL 777.16u), as amended by 2000 PA 279.
HB 4924
(Rep. Anthony) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The
Michigan penal code," (MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by adding
section 421d.
Representative Lilly and Representative Anthony testified together in support of HB 4923 and
HB 4924. Questions and discussion followed.
Joe Sproles, representing the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, and Craig Orlan, representing
Honda North America, Inc., testified together in support of HB 4923 and HB 4924. Questions
and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4923 and HB 4924, but did not wish to
speak:
Karen Johnston, representing Toyota.
Delaney McKinley, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association.
Jason Puscas, representing MICHAuto.
Brian O'Connell, representing General Motors.
Sergeant Nicole McGhee, representing the Michigan State Police.
Gabby Bruno, representing the Ford Motor Company.
The Chair laid HB 5148 and HB 5149 before the committee:
HB 5148
(Rep. Carter)
A bill to amend 1939 PA 288, entitled
"Probate code of 1939," by amending section 55 of chapter
X (MCL 710.55), as amended by 2016 PA 481.
HB 5149
(Rep. Wozniak) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The
Michigan penal code," by amending section 136c (MCL
750.136c), as amended by 2016 PA 482.
Representative Brenda Carter; Representative Wozniak; and Dion E. Roddy, representing the
Adoption Sub Committee-Family Law Section-State Bar of Michigan, testified together in
support of HB 5148 and HB 5149. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card with a support of HB 5148 and HB 5149, but did not wish
to speak:
Chardae Burton, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
Mary Conklin, representing herself in private practice adoption law.
At 9:49 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 9:58 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair laid HB 5164 before the committee:
HB 5164
(Rep. Lilly)
A bill to amend 2016 PA 407, entitled
"Skilled trades regulation act," by amending sections 907,
943, 945, and 947 (MCL 339.5907, 339.5943, 339.5945, and
339.5947) and by adding section 946.
Representative Lilly testified in support of HB 5164. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card with a support of HB 5164, but did not wish to speak:
Cathy Wilson and Garrett Jackson, representing Consumers Energy.
Marnie Wills, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
Leah Wawro, representing DTE Energy.
The Chair laid HB 4735, HB 4736 and HB 4737 before the committee:
HB 4735
(Rep. VanSingel)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451,
entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection
act," by amending section 40118 (MCL 324.40118), as
amended by 2017 PA 124.
HB 4736
(Rep. Cherry)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled
"Freedom of information act," by amending section 5 (MCL
15.235), as amended by 2018 PA 105.
HB 4737
(Rep. Love)
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The
code of criminal procedure," by amending section 13e (MCL
777.13e), as amended by 2015 PA 189.
Representative Howell moved to report out HB 4735 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 8-5-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Farrington, Howell, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: Reps. LaFave, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak.
Pass: None.
Representative Farrington moved to report out HB 4737 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 8-5-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Farrington, Howell, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: Reps. LaFave, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak.
Pass: None.
Representative Howell moved to report out HB 4736 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 8-5-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Farrington, Howell, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: Reps. LaFave, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Chairman Filler adjourned the meeting at
10:07 AM.
Representative Graham Filler, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


location: Room 307, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON MILITARY, VETERANS AND HOMELAND SECURITY
REP. BEAU M LAFAVE
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, January 28, 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, Marino, Afendoulis, Markkanen, Jones, Chirkun, Tyrone
Carter, Manoogian.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Manoogian moved to adopt the meeting minutes from January 21, 2020. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid a presentation on Cyber Security before the committee.
The Chair welcomed Laura Clark, representing the Michigan Department of Technology,
Management, and Budget, Detective First Lieutenant Jim Ellis, Michigan State Police, and Lt.
Colonel Daniel Guy, Commander, 272d Cyber Operations Squadron, Michigan Air National
Guard, to give a presentation on Cyber Security. Questions and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Beau LaFave adjourned the meeting
at 12:47 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, January 28, 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 January 21st, 2020 meeting. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
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.
Representative Eisen testified in support of HB 5401 and HB 5402. Questions and discussion
followed.
Artie Bryson, representing Clay Township, testified in support of HB 5401 and HB 5402.
Questions and discussion followed.
Pat Hohl, representing Hamburg Township, testified in support of HB 5401 and HB 5402.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5401 and HB 5402, but did not wish to
speak:
Moreno Taylor II, representing the Michigan Waterfront Alliance.
Blaine Koops, representing the Michigan Sheriffs Association.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5401 and HB 5402, but did not wish
to speak:
Nicki Pokan, representing the Michigan Boating Industries Association.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5401, but did not wish to speak:
Tom Frazier, representing the Michigan Townships Association.
The Chair laid HCR 12 before the committee:
HCR 12
(Rep. Howell)
A concurrent resolution to oppose Canada's
consideration of placing a permanent high-level radioactive
waste storage site on the shores of Lake Huron, to urge the
United States Congress to take every legal action possible to
prevent the construction of any underground high-level
nuclear waste repository in the Great Lakes basin, and to
urge the Canadian government to prohibit a high-level
nuclear waste repository anywhere in the Great Lakes basin.
At 12:22 pm Chair Howell handed over the gavel to Vice Chair Wakeman.
Representative Howell testified in support of HCR 12. Questions and discussion followed.
Sean Hammond, representing Michigan Environmental Council, testified in support of HCR 12.
Nick Occhipinti, representing Michigan League of Conservation Voters, testified in support of
HCR 12.
At 12:38 pm Vice Chair Wakeman handed the gavel back over to Chair Howell.
The following people submitted a card in support of HCR 12, but did not wish to speak:
Jennifer McKay, representing the Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council.
Bryan Burroughs, representing the Trout Unlimited.
Melissa Desimone, representing the Michigan Lakers & Streamers Association.
Horst Schmidt, representing the Upper Peninsula Environmental Coalition.
Crystal Davis, representing the Alliance for the Great Lakes.
Charles Griffith, representing the Ecology Center.
Matt Penniman, representing the League of Michigan Bicyclists.
Amy Trotter, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs.
Shannon Donley, representing the Michigan Democratic Party Environmental Caucus.
Thomas Gilpin, representing the Michigan Sierra Club.
Representative Wakeman moved to report out HCR 12 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 8-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky.
Nays: Rep. Reilly.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at
12:46 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, January 28, 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, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel,
Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Frederick.
Representative Crawford moved to adopt the meeting minutes from January 21, 2020. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4588 before the committee:
HB 4588
(Rep. Webber) A bill to amend 1968 PA 251, entitled
"Cemetery regulation act," by amending section 10 (MCL
456.530), as amended by 2008 PA 478.
At 10:42 a.m., the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 10:43 a.m., Majority Vice Chair Berman called the committee back to order.
Representative Webber testified in support of HB 4588; David Bertram, representing Michigan
State University, testified in support of HB 4588. Questions and discussion followed.
Jay Tower, representing the Michigan Cemetery Association, and David Krall, representing the
White Chapel Memorial in Troy, testified in opposition to HB 4588. Questions and discussion
followed.
At 11:10 a.m., Majority Vice Chair Berman laid the committee at ease.
At 11:11 a.m., the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair laid HB 5315 before the committee:
HB 5315
(Rep. Cambensy)
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled
"Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending
section 513 (MCL 436.1513), as amended by 2018 PA 479.
Representative Berman moved to refer House Bill No. 5315 to the committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 13-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel,
Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza.
Nays: Rep. Robinson.
Pass: None.
The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5315:
Kerry Krone, representing the Michigan Liquor Control Commission.
The Chair laid HB 5134 before the committee:
HB 5134
(Rep. VanWoerkom)
A bill to amend 1966 PA 225,
entitled "Carnival-amusement safety act of 1966," by
amending section 10 (MCL 408.660), as amended by 2014
PA 163.
Representative VanWoerkom testified in support of HB 5134; Camille Jourden-Mark,
representing Michigan's Adventure, testified in support of HB 5134. Questions and discussion
followed.
Representative Berman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5134. The motion prevailed 14-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel,
Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5134, but did not wish to speak:
Erika Scheffer, Director of State Advocacy for the International Association of Amusement
Parks & Attractions.
Representative Berman moved to excuse Representative Frederick from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Representative Webber adjourned the
meeting at 11:45 AM.
Representative Michael Webber, Chair
Molly Wingrove
Committee Clerk
mwingrove@house.mi.gov


location: Room 327, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION
REP. JACK O'MALLEY
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, January 28, 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 January 21, 2020. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5194 before the committee:
HB 5194
(Rep. Markkanen)
A bill to amend 1974 PA 300,
entitled "Motor vehicle service and repair act," by amending
section 2 (MCL 257.1302), as amended by 2016 PA 430.
Representative O'Malley offered the following amendments to HB 5194:
1. Amend page 2, line 9, after "weight" by inserting "rating".
2. Amend page 3, line 24, after "weight" by inserting "rating".
Representative Eisen moved to adopt the amendments to HB 5194. The motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis,
Sneller, Clemente, Yancey, Haadsma, Shannon.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Howell moved to refer House Bill No. 5194 as amended, as substitute (H-1), to
the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis,
Sneller, Clemente, Yancey, Haadsma, Shannon.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5194, but did not wish to speak:
Jenita Moore, representing the Michigan Secretary of State.
The Chair laid HB 4396 before the committee:
HB 4396
(Rep. Wittenberg)
A bill to amend 1925 PA 368,
entitled "An act to prohibit obstructions and encroachments
on public highways; to provide for the removal of
obstructions and encroachments on public highways; to
prescribe the conditions under which telegraph, telephone,
power, and other public utility companies, cable television
companies, broadband companies, and municipalities may
enter upon, construct, and maintain telegraph, telephone,
power, cable television, or broadband lines, pipe lines, wires,
cables, poles, conduits, sewers, and like structures upon,
over, across, or under public roads, bridges, streets, and
waters; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies," by
repealing section 19 (MCL 247.189).
Representative Clemente moved to refer House Bill No. 4396 to the committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis,
Sneller, Clemente, Yancey, Haadsma, Shannon.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4396, but did not wish to speak:
Ed Noyola, representing the Michigan County Road Association.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jack O'Malley adjourned the meeting
at 10:36 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, January 28,
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, Byrd, Hertel,
Bolden.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Warren.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from January 22, 2020. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4831 before the committee:
HB 4831
(Rep. Lightner) A bill to amend 1984 PA 431, entitled "The
management and budget act," by amending section 261
(MCL 18.1261), as amended by 2017 PA 21.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4831. The motion prevailed 10-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 4831 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 10-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4551 and HB 4552 before the committee:
HB 4551
(Rep. LaFave)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
"Natural resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 40111, 74116, and 78119 (MCL
324.40111, 324.74116, and 324.78119), section 40111 as
amended by 2018 PA 272, section 74116 as amended by
2016 PA 1, and section 78119 as amended by 2013 PA 81.
HB 4552
(Rep. LaFave)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled
"Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 674, 675,
801, 803d, 803f, 805, and 811f (MCL 257.674, 257.675,
257.801, 257.803d, 257.803f, 257.805, and 257.811f),
section 674 as amended by 2000 PA 268, section 675 as
amended by 2018 PA 179, section 801 as amended by 2018
PA 656, section 803d as amended by 2018 PA 62, section
803f as amended by 2018 PA 681, section 805 as amended
by 2013 PA 82, and section 811f as amended by 2017 PA
234, and by adding section 68c.
Representative Meerman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4551. The motion prevailed 10-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 4551 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 10-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4552. The motion prevailed 10-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Griffin moved to report out HB 4552 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 10-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4552, but did not wish to
speak:
Matt Levin, representing the Michigan Department of State.
The Chair laid HB 5015 before the committee:
HB 5015
(Rep. Berman) A bill to amend 2016 PA 370, entitled
"Electronic open access to government act," by amending
section 1 (MCL 15.451).
Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 5015. The motion prevailed 10-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 5015 with recommendation, as substitute (H-3).
The motion prevailed 9-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: Rep. Leutheuser.
Pass: None.
Representative Hertel moved to excuse Representative Warren from the meeting. There being no
objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the meeting at
10:40 AM.
Representative Brandt Iden, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


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MEMBERS:
SEN. KEN HORN, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. KIMBERLY A. LASATA
SEN. ARIC NESBITT
SEN. TOM BARRETT
SEN. JON C. BUMSTEAD
SEN. 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
January 28, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Energy and Technology was scheduled for Tuesday, January 28, 2020, at
2:00 p.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 5263 (Rep. Aaron Miller) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Presentation on VAR:
a. Richard Blumenstock, Consumers Energy - Executive Director of Electric Planning
b. Don Stanczak, DTE Energy – VP Business Planning and Development
The Chair called the meeting to order at 2:01 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Lauwers, Sen.(s) Horn, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Bumstead, Outman,
McCann, Brinks and McMorrow, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Outman to adopt the meeting minutes from January 21, 2020. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 5263:
Marla Braun, Office of State Representative Aaron Miller – Support
Yvette Collins and Mark Ortlieb, AT & T – Support
Bob Stewart, Frontier Communications – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to report HB 5263 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Lauwers, Sen.(s) Horn, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Bumstead, Outman, McCann, and McMorrow.
Nays: None
Pass: Sen. Brinks.
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to recommend immediate effect for HB 5263. Without objection,
immediate effect was recommended.
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The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding VAR:
Richard Blumenstock, Consumers Energy
Don Stanczak, DTE
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:51 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: February 11, 2020
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MEMBERS:
SEN. PETER J. LUCIDO, VICE CHAIR
SEN. LANA THEIS
SEN. MICHAEL MACDONALD
SEN. JEFF IRWIN, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT
SENATOR ED MCBROOM
CHAIR
7200 BINSFELD BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7840
FAX: (517) 373-3932
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
January 28, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Oversight was scheduled for Tuesday, January 28, 2020, at 2:00 p.m., in
the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Presentation by the Levin Center at Wayne Law.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chair called the meeting to order at 2:03 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Lucido, Theis, MacDonald and Irwin, a quorum was
present.
The Chair invited the committee to recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Lucido to adopt the meeting minutes from January 21, 2020. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair introduced the meeting presenters: Jim Townsend of the Levin Center at Wayne Law, Dr. Lyke
Thompson, Director of the Center for Urban Studies and Professor of Political Science at Wayne State
University, and Dr. Marjorie Sarbaugh-Thompson, Professor of Political Science at Wayne State University.
A presentation entitled "Bipartisan, Solution-Driven State Legislative Oversight of the Executive Branch" was
delivered to the committee. Member questions and conversation followed.
The Chair requested additional information from the presenters relative to examples of how other states provide
year end reports to the legislature, how administrative rules are managed and how monitoring of state contract
performance is conducted.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Lucido to adjourn
the meeting. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:58 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 03/03/2020


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MEMBERS:
SEN. ARIC NESBITT, VICE CHAIR
SEN. KEVIN DALEY
SEN. JON BUMSTEAD
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL
SEN. STEPHANIE CHANG, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. BETTY JEAN ALEXANDER
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
SENATOR JIM RUNESTAD
CHAI
7500 BINSFELD BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1758
FAX: (517) 373-0938
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
January 29, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Finance was scheduled for Wednesday, January 29, 2020, at 12:30 p.m.,
in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 4203 (Rep. Afendoulis) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported HB 4204 (Rep. Kahle) with recommendation and immediate effect.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:39 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander,
a quorum was present.
The Chair moved to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Sen. Nesbitt was excused
from the meeting.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead to adopt the meeting minutes from January 22, 2020.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair brought up HB's 4203 – 4204 and reminded the committee that testimony was received during the
previous committee hearing.
The cards were read of those individuals who did not wish to present testimony regarding HB's 4203-4204:
Melissa Siefert, AARP - Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to report HB 4203 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4203. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to report HB 4204 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4204. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the meeting. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:43 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 02/05/2020


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MEMBERS:
SEN. KIMBERLY A. LASATA, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. ED MCBROOM
SEN. ROGER VICTORY
SEN. RICK OUTMAN
SEN. DAN LAUWERS
SEN. ERIKA GEISS, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. MARSHALL BULLOCK
SEN. ADAM J. HOLLIER
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION AND
INFRASTRUCTURE
SENATOR TOM BARRETT
CHAIR
3200 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-3447
FAX: (517) 373-5849
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
January 29, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure was scheduled for Wednesday, January
29, 2020, at 9:00 a.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 431 (Sen. Hollier).
The Chair called the meeting to order. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the following
members were present: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) LaSata, McBroom, Outman, Lauwers, Geiss, Bullock, and
Hollier, a quorum was present.
The Chair made a motion to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Sen. Victory was
excused from the meeting.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to adopt the meeting minutes from January 22, 2020. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 431:
Kevin Cotter, Fisher Companies – Support
At 9:45 a.m., the Chair recessed the committee.
At 11:03 a.m., the Chair reconvened the committee.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 431:
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Bill Langer, Geologist – No Position
Rich Studley, Michigan Chamber of Commerce – Support
State Representative Gary Howell, Michigan House of Representatives – Oppose
At 12:03 p.m., the Chair recessed the committee.
At 12:11 p.m., the Chair reconvened the committee.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 431:
Michele Joliat, Citizen – Oppose
Greg Julian, Kasson Township – Oppose
Robert DePalma, Groveland Township – Oppose
Michael Nolan, Metamora Township Attorney – Oppose
Due to the time constraints, the following individuals were unable to present testimony regarding SB 431:
Cliff Halliday Jr, Halliday Sand and Gravel, Inc. – Support
Ross Veltema, Top Grade Aggregate – Support
Alan Leman, Citizen – Support
Suzanne Clark, Metamora Township – Oppose
Sean Hammond, Michigan Environmental Council – Oppose
Richard Murphy, Citizen – Oppose
Neil Sheridan, Michigan Township Association – Oppose
Judy Allen, Michigan Township Association – Oppose
Linda Egeland, Citizen – Oppose
Walter J. Bargen, Citizen – Oppose
Mary Chris Foxworthy, Metamora Chamber of Commerce – Oppose
Martin Foxworthy, Citizen – Oppose
Becky Kelly, Metamora Land Preservation Alliance – Oppose
Roy J. Holden, Citizen – Oppose
Carole Porretta, Citizen – Oppose
Robert P. Young, Former Chief Justice – Oppose
Gerald Fisher, Citizen – Oppose
Michael Wilczynski, Citizen – Oppose
Denis Callewaert, Citizen – Oppose
Scott Benscoter, Metamora Township – Oppose
Val Kuslak, Citizen – Oppose
The following cards were turned in of individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 431:
Don Elliott, Don Elliott S&G – Support
Marsha Freed, Citizen – Oppose
Barbara Holden, Citizen – Oppose
Jocelyn Scofield, Citizen – Oppose
Lisa Oshert, Citizen – Oppose
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Carolyn Brenner, Citizen – Oppose
Edward M. Kothe, Citizen- Oppose
Sandy Cornell, Citizen – Oppose
Mary Jo Maxson, Citizen – Oppose
Terrance Toland, Citizen- Oppose
Barbara Chapman, Citizen – Oppose
Sarah Champion, Citizen – Oppose
Diane Scott, Citizen – Oppose
Zora Pondell, Citizen – Oppose
Jerry Rheaume, Citizen – Oppose
Karen Gaunt, Citizen – Oppose
Joe Rhedume, Citizen – Oppose
Eli Barlia, Citizen – Oppose
Hazen Dodd, Citizen – Oppose
Kristin McIsaac, Citizen – Oppose
Margaret Winter, Citizen – Oppose
Dawn Kanasty, Citizen – Oppose
Victor Dzenowaski, Citizen – Oppose
Erika Stimac, Citizen – Oppose
David Stimac, Citizen – Oppose
Chriss Barnett, Supervisor Orion Township – Oppose
Gerard Graye, Citizen – Oppose
Greg Boudreau, Citizen – Oppose
Ann Derderian, Citizen – Oppose
Mark Frank, Citizen – Oppose
Patrice Robinson, Citizen – Oppose
Michael Spence, SEMLOG – Oppose
Candi Lamb, Citizen – Oppose
Jim Stormont, Citizen – Oppose
Kevin Lamb, Citizen – Oppose
Rebecca Millican, Citizen – Oppose
Diane Babcock, Metamora Land Preservation Alliance - Oppose
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Linder Barber, Citizen – Oppose
Cindy Austin, Citizen – Oppose
Heather Barden, Citizen – Oppose
Heidi Mehl, Metamora Equestrian Conservation Alliance – Oppose
Diane Matheis, Metamora Equestrian Conservation Alliance – Oppose
Jake VanDam Metamora Land Preservation Alliance – Oppose
Doretta Diekman Anema, Citizen – Oppose
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:00 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: February 19, 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
January 29, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Elections was scheduled for Wednesday, January 29, 2020, at 2:00 p.m.,
in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 756 (Sen. Johnson).
2. Testimony regarding SB 757 (Sen. Johnson).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 2:04 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 moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 30, 2019. Without objection, the minutes were
adopted.
The Chair summarized SB's 756 – 757 for the committee.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB's 756-757:
Justin Roebuck, Ottawa County Clerk, MI Association of County Clerks – Support
Tina Barton, City of Rochester Hills – Support
Susan Nash, Clerk, City of Livonia – Support
Janet Roncelli, Bloomfield Township, Michigan – Support
Aileen Dickson, City of Troy – Support
Mary Clark, Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks – Support
Jackie Beaudry, Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks – Support
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 757:
Kim Markee, Waterford Township – Support
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The card was read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB 756:
Kim Meltzer, Clerk, Charter Township of Clinton - Oppose
The card was read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB 757:
Kim Meltzer, Clerk, Charter Township of Clinton - Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:13 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: February 13, 2020
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY
REP. HANK VAUPEL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, January 30, 2020
10:30 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Health Policy was called to order by Chair Vaupel.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Frederick moved to adopt the meeting minutes from December 5, 2019 and
January 9, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SCR 8 before the committee:
SCR 8
(Sen. VanderWall)
A concurrent resolution to declare
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) a critical health
issue, commit the Legislature to action, and encourage the
Governor to direct agencies to assess and report progress on
reducing ACEs.
Patrick Tiedt, representing Senator VanderWall, testified in support of SCR 8.
Rick Murdock and Lisa Farnum, representing the Michigan Association of Health Plans
Foundation, testified in support of SCR 8. Questions and discussion followed.
James Gallant, representing Marquette County Suicide Prevention Coalition, testified in support
of SCR 8.
The following people submitted a card in support of SCR 8, but did not wish to speak:
Amy Zaagman, representing the Michigan Council for Maternal and Child Health.
Christine Shearer, representing the Michigan Association of Health Plans.
Meghan Swain, representing the Michigan Association for Local Public Health.
Paige Fults, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association.
Jared Burkhart, representing the Michigan Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Robert Dorigo Jones, representing Michigan's Children.
Representative Frederick moved to report out SCR 8 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 19-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 5297 before the committee:
HB 5297
(Rep. Hornberger)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451,
entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852)
by adding section 1176.
Representative Hornberger; Dr. Roger Seelye and Dr. Erica Johnson Carder, both representing
the Michigan Optometric Association, testified in support of HB 5297. Questions and discussion
followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Chairman Vaupel adjourned the meeting
at 11:39 AM.
Representative Hank Vaupel, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Acting Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS
REP. BRANDT IDEN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, January 30,
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 Warren moved to adopt the meeting minutes from January 28, 2020. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4023 and HB 5052 before the committee:
HB 4023
(Rep. Farrington)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368,
entitled "Public health code," by amending section 16215
(MCL 333.16215), as amended by 2005 PA 211, and by
adding section 16215a.
HB 5052
(Rep. Farrington)
A bill to establish a program in
which recent military medical personnel may practice and
perform acts, tasks, or functions under the supervision of
certain health professionals; and to provide for the powers
and duties of certain state departments and entities.
Representative Farrington testified in support of HB 4023 and HB 5052.
Fred Schaible, representing the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency, testified in support of HB
4023 and HB 5052.
The Chair laid HB 4567, HB 4568 and HB 4569 before the committee:
HB 4567
(Rep. O'Malley)A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
"Natural resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 47301, 47302, 47303, 47305, 47306,
47307, and 47308 (MCL 324.47301, 324.47302, 324.47303,
324.47305, 324.47306, 324.47307, and 324.47308), sections
47301, 47302, 47305, 47306, 47307, and 47308 as added by
1995 PA 57 and section 47303 as amended by 2004 PA 587,
and by adding section 47304.
HB 4568
(Rep. Wendzel) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
"Natural resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 47309, 47310, 47311, 47312, 47313,
47314, 47315, 47316, and 47317 (MCL 324.47309,
324.47310, 324.47311, 324.47312, 324.47313, 324.47314,
324.47315, 324.47316, and 324.47317), as added by 1995
PA 57.
HB 4569
(Rep. Lilly)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
"Natural resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 47318, 47320, 47321, 47322, 47323,
47324, 47325, 47326, 47327, 47328, 47329, and 48724
(MCL 324.47318, 324.47320, 324.47321, 324.47322,
324.47323, 324.47324, 324.47325, 324.47326, 324.47327,
324.47328, 324.47329, and 324.48724), as added by 1995
PA 57; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
Representative Meerman moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4567. 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 adopt substitute (H-4) to HB 4567. 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 adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4568. 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 adopt substitute (H-4) to HB 4568. 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 Warren moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4569. 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 adopt substitute (H-4) to HB 4569. 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.
Dennis Eade, representing the Michigan Steelhead & Salmon Fisherman's Association, testified
in support of HB 4567, HB 4568 and HB 4569.
Bryan Burroughs, representing the Michigan Trout Unlimited, testified in support of HB 4567,
HB 4568 and HB 4569.
Amy Trotter, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs, testified in support of HB
4567, HB 4568 and HB 4569.
Representative Cambensy testified in opposition of HB 4567, HB 4568 and HB 4569.
Lakon Williams, representing the Bay Port Fish Company, testified in opposition of HB 4567,
HB 4568 and HB 4569.
Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in support of
HB 4567, HB 4568 and HB 4569.
Jim Dexter, Chief of Fisheries, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources,
testified in support of HB 4567, HB 4568 and HB 4569.
Representative Lilly testified in support of HB 4567, HB 4568 and HB 4569.
Representative O'Malley testified in support of HB 4567, HB 4568 and HB 4569.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4567, HB 4568 and HB 4569, but did
not wish to speak:
Denny Grinold, representing the Michigan Charter Boat Association.
Frank Krist, representing the Hammond Bay Area Anglers Association.
Tim Muir Jr., representing the Lake St. Clair Walleye Association.
Jack VanRhee, representing the Hamilton Rod and Gun Club.
Dominic Liparaoto, representing the Metro West Steelheaders.
Terry Clark, representing the White River Steelheaders.
Mindy Koch, representing the Michigan Resource Stewards.
Carol Rose, representing the Upper Black River Council.
Bill Houston, representing the Montmorency County Conservation Club.
Kenneth Merckel, representing the MI Steelhead and Salmon Fisherman's Association.
Jane Finnerty, representing the Cadillac Sportsman's Club.
Kris Matthew, representing the Huron Valley Conservation Association.
Paul Brooks, representing the League of Ohio Sportsmen.
Dave Johnson, representing the Upper Peninsula Sportsmen's Alliance.
Chad Tokowicz, representing the American Sportfishing Association.
Jill Sims, representing the National Marine Manufacturers Association.
The Chair laid HB 5127 and HB 5128 before the committee:
HB 5127
(Rep. Kahle)
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use
tax act," by amending section 4cc (MCL 205.94cc), as added
by 2015 PA 252.
HB 5128
(Rep. Warren)
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled
"General sales tax act," by amending section 4ee (MCL
205.54ee), as added by 2015 PA 251.
Representative Marino testified in support of HB 5127 and HB 5128.
Representative Kahle testified in support of HB 5127 and HB 5128.
Representative Warren testified in support of HB 5127 and HB 5128.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5127 and HB 5128, but did
not wish to speak:
Tim Greimel, representing AFSCME.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5127 and HB 5128, but did not wish
to speak:
David Randels, representing Oakland Schools.
Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the meeting at
11:56 AM.
Representative Brandt Iden, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


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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
January 30, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Health Policy and Human Services was scheduled for Thursday, January
30, 2020, at 1:00 p.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 4862 (Rep. Wozniak) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported HB 5043 (S-1) (Rep. Vaupel) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Reported HB 5044 (Rep. Garrett) with recommendation and immediate effect.
4. Testimony regarding SB 612 (Sen. VanderWall).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:02 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, Theis, Brinks, Hertel,
Santana, and Wojno, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to adopt the meeting minutes from January 23, 2020. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4862:
Tim Greimel, AFSCME Council 25 – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report HB 4862 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4862. Without objection, immediate effect
was recommended.
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The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 5043. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report the (S-1) version of HB 5043 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 5043 (S-1). Without objection, immediate
effect was recommended.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report HB 5044 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 5044. Without objection, immediate effect
was recommended.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 612:
Dr. Bobby Mukkamala, MSMS – Support
Andrew Bade, Citizen – Support
Bret Jackson, Economic Alliance for Michigan – Oppose
Trudy Ender, Susan G. Komen Foundation – Support
Katie Edick, Citizen – Support
Dr. Jerome Seid, Michigan Society of Hematology and Oncology – Support
Dr. David Gaston, Comprehensive Clinical Neurology – Support
Mark Cook and Dr. Marc Keshishian, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan – Oppose
Judy Burk, Citizen – Support
Dr. Irene Kazmers, Michigan Rheumatism Society – Support
Michael Shoemaker, Michigan Physical Therapy Association – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 612:
Leanne Haycoop, Muskegon Surgical Association – Support
Dr. Zoe Deol, American Vein and Lymphatic Society – Support
Josh Suderman, MSMS – Support
Dr. Laura Owens, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists – Support
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Adam Carlson, Michigan Health and Hospital Association – Support
Jared Burkhart, Michigan Chapter of American Academy of Pediatrics – Support
Dr. Perry Pernicado, Michigan Radiological Society – Support
Matt Black, Academy of Family Physicians – Support
Stephen Rapundolo, Michigan BIO – Support
Mark Reinsten, Mental Health Association of Michigan – Support
Dr. Warren Lanphear, Michigan College of Emergency Physicians – Support
Christin Nohner, College of American Pathologists – Support
Brian Sapita, Michigan Pharmacists Association – Support
Alice Bertz, American College of Cardiology – Support
Kelly Doyle, HIV/AIDS Alliance of Michigan – Support
Kevin McKinney, MI Osteopathic Association – Support
Bell Sheehan, Citizen – Support
Michigan Association of Chiropractors – Support
Jake Johnson, Crohn's and Colitis Foundation - Support
Munson Healthcare – Support
Brian O'Connell, General Motors – Oppose
Gabby Bruno, Ford Motors – Oppose
Mary Hoffenbredl, America's Health Insurance Plans – Oppose
Larry Lewis, CVS Aetna – Oppose
Delaney McKinley, Michigan Manufacturers Association – Oppose
The Chair made a motion to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Sen. MacDonald
was excused from the meeting.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:07 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: February 6, 2020
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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
January 30, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety was scheduled for Thursday, January 30,
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 526 (Sen. McBroom).
2. Testimony regarding HB 4315 (Rep. Mueller).
3. Testimony regarding HB 4316 (Rep. LaGrand).
4. Testimony regarding HB 4712 (Rep S. Johnson).
5. Testimony regarding HB 4713 (Rep. Miller).
6. Testimony regarding HB 5103 (Rep. Wakeman).
7. Testimony regarding HB 4509 (Rep. VanSingel).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 8:32 a.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Lucido, Sen(s). VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and
Irwin, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the meeting minutes from January 16, 2020.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited Sen. McBroom to summarize SB 526.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 526:
Darin Hunter, Escanaba Department of Public Safety – Support
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 526:
Blaine Koops, Michigan Sheriffs Association – Support
Brandon Lanyon, Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan – Support
Stephanie Johnson, Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police- Support
The Chair brought up HB's 4315 – 4316 and invited Rep. Mueller to summarize the bills.
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB's 4315 –
4316:
Blaine Koops, Michigan Sheriffs Association – Support
Brandon Lanyon, Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan – Support
Sgt. Nicole McGhee, Michigan State Police – Support
Stephanie Johnson, Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police - Support
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4315:
Matt Sowash, Police Officers Association of Michigan – Support
The Chair brought up HB's 4712 – 4713 and invited Rep.(s) S. Johnson and Miller to summarize the bills.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB's 4712- 4713:
Sgt. Chris Gerard, Michigan State Police – Support
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB's 4712-4713:
Brandon Lanyon, Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan – Support
The Chair brought up HB 5103 and invited Rep. Wakeman to summarize the bill.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 5103:
Phil Douma, Michigan Funeral Directors Association – Support
The Chair brought up HB 4509, and invited Rep. VanSingel to summarize the bill.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4509:
Bert Heyboer, Rental Property Owners Association – Support
The Honorable Brad Knoll, Michigan District Judges Association – Oppose
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4509:
Peter Cunningham, State Bar of Michigan – Oppose
Greg Gamalski, Real Property Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan – Oppose
Jim Schaafsma, Michigan Poverty Law Program – Oppose
Matt Miner, Oakland County Bar Association - Oppose
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to
adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:49 a.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 02/06/2020


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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
January 30, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Advice and Consent was scheduled for Thursday, January 30, 2020 at
12:00 noon., in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. A hearing to consider the appointment of Ms. Anna Mitterling to the Michigan Natural Resources
Commission.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:19 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Lucido, Sen.(s) LaSata, McBroom and Hertel, a quorum was
present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without
objection, Sen. Nesbitt was excused from the meeting.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to adopt the meeting minutes from the October 31, 2019
meeting. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited Ms. Anna Mitterling to provide the committee with her introductory statements. Member
questions followed.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the meeting. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:29 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 02/05/2020


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
REP. GRAHAM FILLER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 4, 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, Bolden.
Absent/Excused: Reps. Elder, Yancey.
Representative Howell moved to adopt the meeting minutes from January 28, 2020. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative Bolden moved to excuse Representatives Elder and Yancey from the meeting.
There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
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.
Representative Wozniak and Representative Anthony testified in support of HB 4254, HB 4255,
HB 4256, HB 4257, HB 4258, HB 4259, HB 4260 and HB 4265. Questions and discussion
followed.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4254, HB 4255, HB 4256,
HB 4257, HB 4258, HB 4259, HB 4260 and HB 4265, but did not wish to speak:
David Worthams, representing the Michigan Bankers Association.
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:
Todd Tennis, representing the Elder Law and Disability Rights Section of the State Bar of
Michigan.
Rebecca Mastee, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference.
Brandon Lanyon, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan.
Ryan Cowmeadow, representing the Area Agency on Aging.
Patty Tremblay, representing the Michigan County Social Services Association.
Chardae Burton, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
Ron Tatro, representing the Elder Law of Michigan.
Jean Doss for Alison Hirschel, representing the Michigan Elder Justice Initiative.
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.
Justin Carpenter, representing Senator Lucido, and Brian Westrin, representing the Michigan
Realtors Association, testified in support of SB 253. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid HB 5148 and HB 5149 before the committee:
HB 5148
(Rep. Carter)
A bill to amend 1939 PA 288, entitled
"Probate code of 1939," by amending section 55 of chapter
X (MCL 710.55), as amended by 2016 PA 481.
HB 5149
(Rep. Wozniak) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The
Michigan penal code," by amending section 136c (MCL
750.136c), as amended by 2016 PA 482.
Representative Farrington moved to report out HB 5148 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Berman moved to report out HB 5149 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4923 and HB 4924 before the committee:
HB 4923
(Rep. Lilly)
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The
code of criminal procedure," by amending section 16u of
chapter XVII (MCL 777.16u), as amended by 2000 PA 279.
HB 4924
(Rep. Anthony) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The
Michigan penal code," (MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by adding
section 421d.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4923 and HB 4924, but did not wish to
speak:
Tiffany Hauser, representing the AAA Michigan.
Representative Howell moved to report out HB 4923 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Rendon moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4924. The motion prevailed 11-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative LaFave offered the following amendment to HB 4924 (H-1):
1. Amend page 2, following line 23, by inserting:
"(5) This section does not apply to a person who installs a motor vehicle airbag used
solely for research and development of airbag technology on motor vehicles that will
not be driven on public roadways." and renumbering the remaining subsection.
Representative LaFave moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4924 (H-1). The motion prevailed
9-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand.
Nays: Reps. Guerra, Bolden.
Pass: None.
Representative LaGrand offered the following amendment to HB 4924 (H-1):
1. Amend page 2, line 1, after "that" by striking out "causes" and inserting "the person knows
will cause".
Representative LaGrand moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4924 (H-1). The motion
prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative LaFave moved to report HB 4924 as amended, as substitute (H-2). The motion
prevailed 11-0-0:
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 5164 before the committee:
HB 5164
(Rep. Lilly)
A bill to amend 2016 PA 407, entitled
"Skilled trades regulation act," by amending sections 907,
943, 945, and 947 (MCL 339.5907, 339.5943, 339.5945, and
339.5947) and by adding section 946.
The following people submitted a card with a support of HB 5164, but did not wish to speak:
Marnie Wills, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
Cathy Wilson, representing the Consumers Energy.
Representative Berman moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5164. The motion prevailed 11-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Steven Johnson moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 5164. The motion
prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
At 9:36 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 9:40 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Representative Steven Johnson offered the following amendment to HB 5164 (H-3):
1. Amend page 5, line 23, after "than" by striking out the balance of the line through "both."
on line 24 and inserting "$5,000.00.".
Representative Steven Johnson moved to adopt the amendment to HB 5164 (H-3). The motion
did not prevail 3-3-5:
UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Steven Johnson, LaGrand.
Nays: Reps. Filler, Farrington, Rendon.
Pass: Reps. LaFave, Berman, Wozniak, Guerra, Bolden.
At 9:42 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 9:48 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Representative LaGrand offered the following amendments to HB 5164 (H-3):
1. Amend page 5, line 14, after "not" by inserting "knowingly or intentionally".
2. Amend page 5, line 17, after "not" by inserting "knowingly or intentionally".
Representative LaGrand moved to adopt the amendments to HB 5164 (H-3). The motion did not
prevail 5-2-4:
UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Steven Johnson, Berman, LaGrand, Guerra.
Nays: Reps. Filler, Wozniak.
Pass: Reps. LaFave, Farrington, Rendon, Bolden.
Representative LaFave moved to report out HB 5164 with recommendation, as substitute (H-3).
The motion prevailed 10-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
Guerra, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. LaGrand.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Graham Filler adjourned the meeting
at 9:50 AM.
Representative Graham Filler, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON MILITARY, VETERANS AND HOMELAND SECURITY
REP. BEAU M LAFAVE
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 4, 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, Marino, Afendoulis, Markkanen, Jones, Chirkun, Tyrone
Carter, Manoogian.
Absent/Excused: None.
At 12:01 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 12:07 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Representative Jones moved to adopt the meeting minutes from January 28, 2020. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5272 before the committee:
HB 5272
(Rep. Wakeman)
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 sections 5b and 5o (MCL 28.425b and 28.425o),
as amended by 2017 PA 95.
Representative Wakeman introduced the bill. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5272, but did not wish to speak:
Rebecca Shiemke, representing the Michigan Poverty Law Program.
Frank Foster, representing the Everytown for Gun Safety.
Kathy Hagenian, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence.
Jess Averill-Hamond, representing the Michigan Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention
and Treatment Board.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Beau LaFave adjourned the meeting
at 12:41 PM.
Representative Beau LaFave, Chair
Matt Carnagie
Committee Clerk
mcarnagie@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 4, 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 January 28th, 2020 meeting.
There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5401 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.
Representative Eisen moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5401. 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 HB 5402 before the committee:
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.
Representative Eisen moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5402. 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 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 Markkanen testified in support of HB 5333. Questions and discussion followed.
Scott Robbins, representing the Michigan Forest Products Council, testified in support of HB
5333.
Denise Pallarito, representing Michigan Association of Timbermen, testified in support of HB
5333.
Craig Burnet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified with a
neutral position on HB 5333.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5333, but did not wish to speak:
Henry Schienebeck, representing the Great Lakes Timber Professionals Association.
Scott Everett, representing the Lake States Lumber Association.
The Chair laid the presentation by the United Deer Farmers of Michigan before the committee:
Doug Roberts, representing the United Deer Farmers of Michigan, gave the presentation.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting
at 12:53 PM.
Representative Gary Howell, Chair
Amy Rostkowycz
Committee Clerk
arostkowycz@house.mi.gov