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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON FINANCIAL SERVICES
REP. DIANA FARRINGTON
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, March 4, 2020
12:00 PM
Room 307, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Financial Services was called to order by Chair Farrington.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Farrington, Sheppard, Bellino, Berman, Wakeman, Gay-Dagnogo, Wittenberg,
Clemente, Stone, Whitsett.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Schroeder.
Representative Sheppard moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 26, 2020. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative Bellino moved to excuse Representative Schroeder from the meeting. There being no
objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
At 12:06 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 12:08 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair laid HB 5131 before the committee:
HB 5131
(Rep. Witwer)
A bill to amend 2008 PA 551, entitled
"Uniform securities act (2002)," (MCL 451.2101 to 451.2703)
by amending the title, as amended by 2014 PA 355, and by
adding article 5A.
Substitute (H-2) was previously adopted on February 26th, 2020.
The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5131, but did not wish to speak:
Derek Sova, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
Representative Sheppard moved to refer House Bill No. 5131 to the Committee on Ways and Means,
with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 10-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Farrington, Sheppard, Bellino, Berman, Wakeman, Gay-Dagnogo, Wittenberg,
Clemente, Stone, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 5481 before the committee:
HB 5481
(Rep. Farrington)
A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled
"Occupational code," by amending sections 2661, 2663, 2665,
2667, 2673, and 2677 (MCL 339.2661, 339.2663, 339.2665,
339.2667, 339.2673, and 339.2677), as added by 2012 PA 505,
and by adding section 2670.
Substitute (H-1) was previously adopted on February 26, 2020.
The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5481, but did not wish to speak:
Derek Sova, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
Representative Whitsett moved to refer House Bill No. 5481 to the Committee on Ways and Means,
with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 10-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Farrington, Sheppard, Bellino, Berman, Wakeman, Gay-Dagnogo, Wittenberg,
Clemente, Stone, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Diana Farrington adjourned the meeting
at 12:09 PM.
Representative Diana Farrington, Chair
Angie Lake
Committee Clerk
alake@house.mi.gov


location: Room 521, House Office Building

meeting_state: held

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND MUNICIPAL FINANCE
REP. JAMES LOWER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, March 4, 2020
12:00 PM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Local Government and Municipal Finance was called to
order by Chair Lower.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Lower, Marino, Crawford, Calley, Howell, Markkanen, Paquette, Ellison,
Sowerby, Garza, Hope, Kuppa.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Eisen.
The Chair laid SB 350 before the committee:
SB 350
(Sen. LaSata)
A bill to amend 1895 PA 3, entitled "The
general law village act," by amending section 18 (MCL
69.18), as amended by 1984 PA 179.
Senator LaSata testified in support of SB 350; Bret Witkowski, Berrien County Treasurer; and
Lois Jones, Village of Three Oaks Treasurer, testified in support of SB 350.
The following person submitted a card in support of SB 350, but did not wish to speak:
Chris Hackbarth, representing the Michigan Municipal League.
The Chair laid SB 712 and SB 713 before the committee:
SB 712
(Sen. Bumstead)
A bill to amend 1895 PA 3, entitled
"The general law village act," by amending sections 10 and
13 of chapter II and section 5 of chapter V (MCL 62.10,
62.13, and 65.5), section 13 of chapter II as amended by
2003 PA 305 and section 5 of chapter V as amended by 1998
PA 255.
SB 713
(Sen. Bumstead)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116,
entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 381
(MCL 168.381), as amended by 2018 PA 120.
Travis Chapman, representing Senator Bumstead, Chris Hackbarth and John Schrier, both
representing the Michigan Municipal League, all testified in support of SB 712 and SB 713.
The Chair laid HB 4159 before the committee:
HB 4159
(Rep. Iden)
A bill to amend 1996 PA 381, entitled
"Brownfield redevelopment financing act," by amending
sections 2, 8, 13, 13b, and 16 (MCL 125.2652, 125.2658,
125.2663, 125.2663b, and 125.2666), section 2 as amended
by 2018 PA 203, section 8 as amended by 2016 PA 471, and
sections 13, 13b, and 16 as amended by 2017 PA 46.
At 12:34 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 12:35 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Representative Iden, Carrie Geyer, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great
Lakes & Energy, and Lori Mullins, representing the Michigan Economic Development
Corporation, all testified in support of HB 4159.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4159, but did not wish to speak:
Jen Rigterink, representing the Michigan Municipal League.
Representative Calley moved to excuse Representative Eisen from the meeting. There being no
objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative Paquette moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 26, 2020. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Lower adjourned the meeting at
12:48 PM.
Representative James Lower, Chair
Molly Wingrove
Committee Clerk
mwingrove@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TAX POLICY
REP. LYNN AFENDOULIS
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, March 4, 2020
10:30 AM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Tax Policy was called to order by Chair Afendoulis.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Hall,
O'Malley, Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Robinson, Whitsett.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Schroeder.
Representative Lower moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 19, 2020. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid the following before the committee:
Presentation-Site Selection and Incentives
Minah Hall ESQ., representing Compass KeySite Solutions LLC, presented. Questions and
discussion followed.
Representative Afendoulis moved to excuse Representative Schroeder from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Afendoulis adjourned the meeting at
11:40 AM.
Representative Lynn Afendoulis, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


location: Room 519, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS
REP. BRANDT IDEN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, March 4, 2020
10:30 AM
Room 519, House Office 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.
The Chair laid HB 5426 and HB 5427 before the committee:
HB 5426
(Rep. Hall)
A bill to amend 2017 PA 132, entitled
"Cyber civilian corps act," by amending sections 2, 3, 4, 5, 6,
and 7 (MCL 18.222, 18.223, 18.224, 18.225, 18.226, and
18.227).
HB 5427
(Rep. VanWoerkom)
A bill to amend 2017 PA 132,
entitled "Cyber civilian corps act," by amending sections 9
and 10 (MCL 18.229 and 18.230).
Representative Hall testified in support of HB 5426 and HB 5427.
Bree Anderson, representing the Michigan Department of Technology, Management, and Budget,
testified in support of HB 5426 and HB 5427.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5426 and HB 5427, but did not wish to
speak:
Hersanna Richards, representing the Michigan Municipal League.
Patricia Herndon, representing the Michigan Bankers Association.
The Chair laid HB 5422, HB 5423, HB 5424 and HB 5425 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 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.
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.
Spencer Nevins, representing the Michigan Beer and Wine Wholesalers Association, testified in
support of HB 5422, HB 5423, HB 5424 and HB 5425.
Herasanna Richards, representing the Michigan Municipal League, testified in opposition to HB
5422, HB 5423, HB 5424 and HB 5425.
Representative Sneller testified in support of HB 5422, HB 5423, HB 5424 and HB 5425.
Representative Chirkun testified in support of HB 5422, HB 5423, HB 5424 and HB 5425.
Representative Lilly testified in support of HB 5422, HB 5423, HB 5424 and HB 5425.
Derek Bajema, representing the Michigan Soft Drink Association, testified in support of HB
5422, HB 5423, HB 5424 and HB 5425.
Amy Epkey, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy,
testified in opposition to HB 5423.
Josh Mosher, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy,
testified in opposition to HB 5423.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5422, HB 5424 and HB 5425, but did
not wish to speak:
Amy Trotter, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5423, but did not wish to speak:
Amy Trotter, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs.
Dave Greco, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association.
Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5422, HB 5423, HB 5424 and HB 5425,
but did not wish to speak:
Tom Emmerich, representing Schupan and Sons, Inc..
Nick Kronsbein, representing UBCR LLC.
Jason Geer, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5423, but due to the time constraints
were unable to speak:
Sean McBrearty, representing Clean Water Action
Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters
Sean Hammond, representing the Michigan Environmental Council
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5423 and HB 5424, but did not wish to
speak:
Bill Black, representing the Teamsters.
The Chair laid SB 762 before the committee:
SB 762
(Sen. Horn)
A bill to amend 1951 PA 33, entitled "An act
to provide police and fire protection for townships and for
certain areas in townships, certain incorporated villages, and
certain cities; to authorize contracting for fire and police
protection; to authorize the purchase of fire and police
equipment, and the maintenance and operation of the
equipment; to provide for defraying the cost of the
equipment; to authorize the creation of special assessment
districts and the levying and collecting of special
assessments; to authorize the issuance of special assessment
bonds in anticipation of the collection of special assessments
and the advancement of the amount necessary to pay such
bonds, and to provide for reimbursement for such advances
by reassessment if necessary; to authorize the collection of
fees for certain emergency services in townships and other
municipalities; to authorize the creation of administrative
boards and to prescribe their powers and duties; to provide
for the appointment of traffic officers and to prescribe their
powers and duties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by
amending section 10 (MCL 41.810), as amended by 2004 PA
463.
Senator Horn testified in support of SB 762.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 762, but did not wish to speak:
Rob Mass, representing Representative Vanessa Guerra's Office.
Jen Rigterink, representing the Michigan Municipal League.
Madison Clement, representing the Saginaw Chamber of Commerce.
The Chair laid SB 543 before the committee:
SB 543
(Sen. VanderWall)
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled
"Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending
section 701 (MCL 436.1701), as amended by 2010 PA 266.
Senator VanderWall testified in support of SB 543.
Tom Stein, representing CLEAR, testified in support of SB 543.
The Chair returned to HB 5426 and HB 5427:
Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5426. 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 5426 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.
Representative Leutheuser moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5427. 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 5427 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 Chair returned to HB's 5422, 5423, 5424, and 5425:
Representative Iden offered the following amendment to HB 5422:
1. Amend page 2, line 2, after the first "a" by striking out "nonalcoholic beverage" and
inserting "beverage, not including beer, ale, or other malt drink of whatever alcoholic content, or
a mixed wine drink or mixed spirit drink,".
Representative Lilly moved to adopt the amendment to HB 5422. The motion prevailed 8-3-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Byrd.
Nays: Reps. Warren, Hertel, Bolden.
Pass: None.
Representative Leutheuser moved to report out HB 5422 with recommendation, as amended, as
substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-2-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Byrd.
Nays: Reps. Warren, Bolden.
Pass: Rep. Hertel.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5423. 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 5423 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 8-2-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Byrd.
Nays: Reps. Warren, Bolden.
Pass: Rep. Hertel.
Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 5424 with recommendation. The motion prevailed
8-2-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Byrd.
Nays: Reps. Warren, Bolden.
Pass: Rep. Hertel.
Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 5425 with recommendation. The motion prevailed
8-2-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Byrd.
Nays: Reps. Warren, Bolden.
Pass: Rep. Hertel.
The Chair returned to SB 762:
Representative Lilly moved to report out SB 762 with recommendation. The motion prevailed
10-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: Rep. Meerman.
Pass: None.
The Chair returned to SB 543:
Representative Hauck moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 543. 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 543. 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 SB 543 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.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 3, 2020. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the meeting at
11:52 AM.
Representative Brandt Iden, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


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36TH DISTRICT
SENJSTAMAS@SENATE.MICHIGAN.GOV
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
SENATOR JIM STAMAS
CHAIR
S-324 CAPITOL BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7946
FAX: (517) 373-2678
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
March 4, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Appropriations was scheduled for Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at
2:00 p.m., in the Harry T. Gast Senate Appropriations Room of the Capitol Building.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SB 592 (Sen. McBroom) to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
2. Reported SB 799 (Sen. McBroom) to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
3. Reported HB 4908 (Sen. Whitsett) to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 2:10 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time,
the following members were present; Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacGregor, Barrett, Bizon,
LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann,
and Bayer, a quorum was present.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen Bumstead, supported by Sen. Barrett, to adopt the committee
meeting minutes from February 26, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman invited Sen. McBroom to summarize SB 592 for the committee.
The Chairman read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify regarding SB 592:
Bree Anderson & Anthony Estell, DTMB – Neutral
At 2:13 p.m., Sen. Schmidt left the meeting.
Next, the Chairman invited Sen. McBroom to summarize SB 799 for the committee.
The Chairman read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify regarding SB 799:
Craig Brunet, DNR – Support (S-2)
The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Bizon, supported by Sen. Stamas, to adopt the (S-2) version
to SB 592. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacGregor, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt,
Outman, Runestad, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer
Nays: None
The substitute was adopted.
At 2:17 p.m., Sen. Schmidt returned to the meeting.
The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Outman, supported by Sen. Bizon, to report SB 592 (S-2) to
the floor with recommendation that it be passed. The vote was as follows:
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Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacGregor, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt,
Outman, Runestad, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer
Nays: None
The bill was reported.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen LaSata, supported by Sen. Bumstead to recommend immediate
effect for SB 592 (S-2). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.
Next, the Chairman made a motion, supported by Sen. Bumstead, to adopt the (S-2) version to SB 799. The
vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacGregor, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt,
Outman, Runestad, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer
Nays: None
The substitute was adopted.
The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. MacDonald, supported by Sen. Victory, to report SB 799 (S-
2) to the floor with recommendation that it be passed. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacGregor, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt,
Outman, Runestad, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer
Nays: None
The bill was reported.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen Hertel, supported by Sen. Nesbitt to recommend immediate
effect for SB 799 (S-2). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.
Next, the Chairman invited Mark Garcia, of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority, to present
testimony in support of HB 4908. Will Mosey from the Michigan State Housing Development Authority
helped answer questions regarding HB 4908.
The Chairman read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify regarding HB 4908.
Tabitha Zimny, Michigan Mortgage Lenders Association – Support
Micah Babcock, SBAM - Support
Jessica AcMoody, CEDAM – Support
Sandy Pearson, Habitat for Humanity – Support
Jen Rigterink, MML – Support
The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Schmidt, supported by Sen. MacGregor, to report HB 4908 to
the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacGregor, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald,
Outman, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer
Nays: Sen.(s) Nesbitt and Runestad
The bill was reported.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen Victory, supported by Sen. LaSata, to recommend immediate
effect for HB 4908. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead, supported by Sen. Schmidt, to adjourn the
committee. The Senate Committee on Appropriations adjourned at 2:30 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 5-13-20
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MEMBERS:
SEN. JON BUMSTEAD, VICE CHAIR
SEN. RICK OUTMAN
SEN. WAYNE SCHMIDT
SEN. SEAN MCCANN, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES
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
March 4, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Natural Resources was scheduled for Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at 8:00
a.m., in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding HB 5401 (Rep. Eisen).
2. Testimony regarding HB 5402 (Rep. Eisen).
3. Testimony regarding HB 5463 (Rep. Lilly).
4. Presentation from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources regarding law enforcement issues related
to hunting.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chair called the meeting to order at 8:02 a.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Outman, Schmidt, and McCann, a quorum
was present.
The Chair invited the committee to recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Chair entertained a motion from Sen. Bumstead to adopt the committee meeting minutes from February 26,
2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited Rep. Eisen to summarize HB's 5401 – 5402 for the committee. Member questions followed.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB's 5401 - 5402:

Artie Bryson, Clay Township Supervisor – support. Member questions followed.
The Chair invited Rep. Lilly to summarize HB 5463. Member questions followed.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB's 5401 – 5402 and HB 5463:

Craig Brunet, Michigan Department of Natural Resources – support. Member questions followed.

Lt. Tom Wanless, Michigan Department of Natural Resources – support. Member questions
followed.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding HB's 5401 – 5402 and
HB 5463:

Deena Bosworth, Michigan Association of Counties – support.

Tom Frazier, Michigan Townships Association - support.

Blaine Koops, Michigan Sheriffs Association – support.

Herasanna Richards, Michigan Municipal League – support.

Bret Marr, Michigan Boating Industries Association – neutral.
The Chair recognized Sen. Lauwers and Rep. Cole were in attendance for the hearing.
The Chair recognized citizens attending the hearing remotely from Escanaba, Michigan.
The Chair invited Steve Burton, Assistant Chief, Michigan Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement
and Craig Brunet, Legislative Liaison, Michigan Department of Natural Resources to testify before the committee
on law enforcement issues related to hunting. Member questions followed.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Schmidt to adjourn
the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:31 a.m.
Date Adopted by Committee:


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MEMBERS:
SEN. DAN LAUWERS, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. KIMBERLY A. LASATA
SEN. ARIC NESBITT
SEN. KEVIN DALEY
SEN. TOM BARRETT
SEN. KEN HORN
SEN. ERIKA GEISS, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. MARSHALL BULLOCK
SEN. MALLORY MCMORROW
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON INSURANCE AND
BANKING
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
March 4, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Insurance and Banking was scheduled for Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at
9:00 a.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Adopted the (S-2) substitute to HB 4449 (Rep. Griffin).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 9:05 a.m. She instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Nesbitt, Daley, Barrett, Horn, Geiss,
Bullock and McMorrow, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to adopt the (S-2) version of HB 4449. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Nesbitt, Daley, Barrett, Horn, Geiss, Bullock, and McMorrow.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-2) was adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4449:
Rep. Beth Griffin – Support
Carl Alden, Michigan Association of Chiropractors – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4449:
Vince Consiglio and Butch Brown, ABATE of Michigan – Neutral
Dyck Van Koevering, Insurance Alliance of Michigan – Neutral
Katie Jones, Allstate Insurance – Neutral
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:17 a.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: March 11, 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
March 4, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Finance was scheduled for Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at 12:30 p.m., in
the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
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The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Presentation from the Michigan State Tax Commission.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:41 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and
Alexander, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to adopt the meeting minutes from February 27, 2020. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding the role of the State Tax Commission
and update the committee on implementing reforms passed in Public act 660 of 2018:
Dave Buick, Executive Director of the Michigan State Tax Commission
Rachel Richards, Michigan Department of Treasury
Heather Frick, Administrator of Bureau of Local Government and School Services, Michigan
Department
of Treasury
The Chair recognized Mr. David Hieber from Oakland County Equalization attended the meeting to share
Oakland County Equalization information with the committee.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the meeting. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:28 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 05/28/2020


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

Meeting held on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at 12:30 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

Present: Senators MacGregor (C), Bizon, Schmidt, LaSata, MacDonald, Hertel, Irwin and Santana

Excused: Senator Barrett


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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
March 4, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure was scheduled for Wednesday, March
4, 2020, at 12:30 p.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 646 (Sen. Geiss).
2. Testimony regarding SB 426 (Sen. Lucido).
3. Testimony regarding SB 6 (Sen. Lucido).
4. Testimony regarding SB 574 (Sen. Lucido).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:31 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) McBroom, Victory, 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. LaSata was
excused from the meeting.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Victory to adopt the meeting minutes from February 19, 2020. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited Sen. Geiss to summarize SB 646.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 646:
Mark Polsdofer, Michigan Department of Transportation – Support
The Chair invited Justin Carpenter, of Sen. Lucido's office to summarize SB 426.
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The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 426:
Jeff Kirkpatrick, Michigan Court Officers and the Deputy Sheriffs Association – Support
Adam Reames, Michigan Department of State – No Position
The Chair invited Justin Carpenter, of Sen. Lucido's office, to summarize SB 6.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 6:
Sergeant Nichole McGhee, Michigan State Police – Oppose
Paul Brun Del Re, Plant Justice, Grow Peace – Oppose
Mary Ashley, Action of Greater Lansing – Oppose
Oscar Castaneda, Action of Lansing – Oppose
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 6:
Kimberly Buddin, American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan – Oppose
Simon Marshall-Shah, Michigan League for Public Policy – Oppose
Susan Reed, Michigan Poverty Law Program – Oppose
Blaine Koops, Michigan Sheriffs Association – Oppose
Deirdre Collins, COSECHA – Oppose
The Chair invited Sen. Lucido and Justin Carpenter, of Sen. Lucido's office, to summarize SB 574.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 574:
Adam Reames, Michigan Department of State – Oppose
Stephanie Hurst, Mothers Against Drunk Driving – Oppose
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:00 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: May 12, 2020
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The Appropriations Subcommittee on General Government submitted the following:

Meeting held on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

Present: Senators Victory, Bumstead and Irwin

Excused: Senator Stamas (C)


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The Appropriations Joint Subcommittee on Capital Outlay submitted the following:

Meeting held on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at 3:30 p.m., Room 519, House Office Building

Present: Senators Horn (C), Outman, Zorn, Runestad, Bizon, Schmidt, Santana, Hertel and McCann

Scheduled Meetings

Appropriations -

Subcommittees -

Agriculture and Rural Development - Thursday, March 19, 3:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768

General Government - Wednesdays, 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, March 12 and March 26, 1:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768

Universities and Community Colleges - Thursday, March 12, 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

Capitol Commission - Monday, March 9, 11:00 a.m., Room H-65, Capitol Building (517) 373-0184

Energy and Technology - Tuesday, March 10, 2:00 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373‑1721

Oversight - Tuesday, March 10, 2:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5312

Regulatory Reform - Tuesday, March 10, 3:00 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5314

Senator MacGregor moved that the Senate adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 10:25 a.m.

The Assistant President pro tempore, Senator Theis, declared the Senate adjourned until Tuesday, March 10, 2020, at 10:00 a.m.

MARGARET O’BRIEN

Secretary of the Senate


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COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
March 4, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on General Government was scheduled for Wednesday,
March 4, 2020, at 3:00 p.m., in the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building.
The Chair called the meeting to order. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the following
members were present: Chair Stamas, Sen.(s) Victory, Bumstead and Irwin, a quorum was present.
The Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Bumstead, to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without
objection, Sen. Stamas was excused from the meeting.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding the FY 2020-21 Executive Budget
Recommendation for the Department of Technology, Management, and Budget.
Tricia Foster, Director, Department of Technology, Management, and Budget
Phil Jeffrey, Chief Financial Officer, Department of Technology, Management, and Budget
Senator Victory and Senator Bumstead asked questions regarding The Venture Michigan Fund, the Green
Revolving Fund, and IT practices.
At 3:30 p.m., the Majority Vice Chair recessed the committee.
At 3:42 p.m., the Majority Vice Chair reconvened the committee.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding the Prosecuting Attorneys
Coordinating Council
Cheri Bruinsma, Prosecuting Attorneys Coordinating Council
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Victory, supported
by Sen. Bumstead, to adjourn the committee at 3:47 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.
Date Adopted by Committee: March 11, 2020
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON COMMERCE AND TOURISM
REP. STEVE MARINO
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, March 5, 2020
9:00 a.m.
Room 327, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Commerce and Tourism was called to order by the Chair.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Marino, Wendzel, Reilly, Wakeman, Wozniak, Cambensy, Camilleri, Hope,
Manoogian, Robinson.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Schroeder.
Representative Wendzel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 20, 2020. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SB 432 before the committee:
SB 432
(Sen. Horn)
A bill to amend 1984 PA 270, entitled
"Michigan strategic fund act," by amending section 74 (MCL
125.2074), as amended by 2006 PA 616.
Senator Kenneth Horn, the bill sponsor, explained SB 432 and introduced James Richter,
Founder and President of Michigan Research Institute, who testified in support of SB 432.
Questions followed.
Greg Bird, Managing Director of Legislative and External Affairs at the Michigan Economic
Development Corporation, submitted a card in support of SB 432, but did not wish to speak.
Jen Rigterink, Legislative Associate in the State and Federal Affairs Office of the Michigan
Municipal League, submitted a card with no position.
Judy Allen, Director of the Michigan Townships Association, submitted a card as neutral on SB
432.
The Chair laid HB 4658 before the committee:
HB 4658
(Rep. Chirkun) A bill to amend 1976 PA 331, entitled
"Michigan consumer protection act," by amending section 3
(MCL 445.903), as amended by 2018 PA 211, and by adding
section 3l.
Representative John Chirkun, bill sponsor, explained HB 4658. Questions followed. A copy of
his handout is attached.
The following individuals submitted a testimony card in support of HB 4658, but did not wish to
speak:
Rande Johnson, and
Merissa Kovach, Policy Strategist for the American Civil Liberties Union. A copy of her
written testimony is attached.
Matthew Levin, Legislative Policy Manager in the Executive Office of the Secretary of State,
submitted a testimony card stating the department is neutral on HB 4658.
The Chair laid before the committee a presentation on Pure Michigan.
David Lorenz, representing Vice-President of Travel Michigan in the Michigan Economic
Development Corporation, did a PowerPoint presentation on the Pure Michigan Meanwhile in
Michigan Campaign. Questions followed.
Representative Wakeman moved to excuse Representative Schroeder from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Representative Reilly moved to adjourn
the Committee. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair
adjourned the meeting at 10:04 a.m.
Representative Steve Marino, Chair
Joy Brewer
Committee Clerk
joybrewer@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY
REP. HANK VAUPEL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, March 5, 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 Hornberger moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 27, 2020. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5541 before the committee:
HB 5541
(Rep. Liberati) A bill to amend 1972 PA 222, entitled "An
act to provide for an official personal identification card; to
provide for its form, issuance and use; to regulate the use and
disclosure of information obtained from the card; to
prescribe the powers and duties of the secretary of state; to
prescribe fees; to prescribe certain penalties for violations;
and to provide an appropriation for certain purposes," by
amending sections 1 and 2 (MCL 28.291 and 28.292),
section 1 as amended by 2018 PA 605 and section 2 as
amended by 2018 PA 669.
Representative Liberati moved to refer HB 5541 to the Committee on Transportation. 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 5412, HB 5413, HB 5414, HB 5415 and HB 5416 before the committee:
HB 5412
(Rep. Vaupel)
A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The
insurance code of 1956," by amending section 3476 (MCL
500.3476), as amended by 2017 PA 223.
HB 5413
(Rep. Wozniak) A bill to amend 1980 PA 350, entitled "The
nonprofit health care corporation reform act," by amending
section 401k (MCL 550.1401k), as added by 2012 PA 214.
HB 5414
(Rep. Green)
A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled
"Mental health code," by amending sections 100c and 100d
(MCL 330.1100c and 330.1100d), section 100c as amended
by 2016 PA 320 and section 100d as amended by 2015 PA
59.
HB 5415
(Rep. Liberati) A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled "The
social welfare act," (MCL 400.1 to 400.119b) by adding
section 105g.
HB 5416
(Rep. Whiteford)
A bill to amend 1939 PA 280,
entitled "The social welfare act," (MCL 400.1 to 400.119b)
by adding section 105g.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5412, HB 5413, HB 5414, HB 5415 and
HB 5416, but did not wish to speak:
Christine Shearer, representing the Michigan Association of Health Plans.
Melissa Seifert, representing the AARP.
Brigitte LaPointe, representing the Upper Peninsula Health Plan.
Heather Nicholoff, representing the Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners.
Matt Block, representing the Michigan Academy of Family Physicians.
Erik Hingst, representing Walmart.
Thadd Gormas, representing the Michigan Academy of Physician Assistants.
Representative Frederick moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5412. The motion prevailed 19-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Frederick moved to refer HB 5412 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with
recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 19-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wozniak moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5413. The motion prevailed 19-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wozniak moved to refer HB 5413 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with
recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 19-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Lower moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5414. The motion prevailed 19-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Alexander moved to refer HB 5414 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with
recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 19-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Liberati moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5415. The motion prevailed 19-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Liberati moved to refer HB 5415 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with
recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 19-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Whiteford moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5416. The motion prevailed 19-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Whiteford moved to refer HB 5416 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with
recommendation as substitute (H-2). 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 SB 248 and SB 254 before the committee:
SB 248
(Sen. Johnson) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled
"Public health code," by amending sections 16226 and 17754
(MCL 333.16226 and 333.17754), section 16226 as amended
by 2018 PA 463 and section 17754 as amended by 2014 PA
525.
SB 254
(Sen. Zorn)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled
"Public health code," by amending sections 7333 and 16221
(MCL 333.7333 and 333.16221), section 7333 as amended
by 2018 PA 34 and section 16221 as amended by 2018 PA
463.
Garrett Wheat, representing Senator Johnson, and Shane Preston, representing Senator Zorn,
testified in support of SB 248 and SB 254.
At 10:48 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 10:50 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 248 and SB 254, but did not wish to
speak:
Gabe Basso, representing Blue Cross Blue Shield Michigan.
Christine Shearer, representing the Michigan Association of Health Plans.
Larry Wagenknecht, representing the Michigan Pharmacists Association.
Amy Drumm, representing the Michigan Retailers Association.
Joel Kurzman, representing the National Association of Chain Drug Stores.
Nicole Nystrom, representing CVS / Aetna.
Erik Hingst, representing Walmart.
Thadd Gormas, representing the Michigan Academy of Physician Assistants.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 248 and SB 254, but did not wish to
speak:
Matt Black, representing the Michigan Academy of Family Physicians.
Sarah Waun, representing the Michigan State Medical Society.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 248, but did not wish to speak:
Dr. Rami Khoury, representing the Michigan College of Emergency Physicians.
Representative Calley moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 248. The motion prevailed 19-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Whiteford moved to refer SB 248 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with
recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 19-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Ellison moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 254. The motion prevailed 19-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Witwer moved to refer SB 254 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with
recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 19-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Hank Vaupel adjourned the meeting
at 10:54 AM.
Representative Hank Vaupel, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON INSURANCE
REP. DAIRE L RENDON
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, March 5, 2020
9:00 AM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Insurance was called to order by Chair Rendon.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Rendon, Markkanen, Webber, Vaupel, Bellino, Frederick, Hoitenga, LaFave,
Berman, Paquette, Wittenberg, Gay-Dagnogo, Lasinski, Rabhi, Sneller, Brenda Carter,
Coleman.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Markkanen moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 6, 2020. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SB 172 before the committee:
SB 172
(Sen. Stamas)
A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The
insurance code of 1956," by amending section 513 (MCL
500.513), as added by 2001 PA 24.
The Chair explained the proposed substitute (H-1) to SB 172.
Representative Brenda Carter moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 172. The motion prevailed
17-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Rendon, Markkanen, Webber, Vaupel, Bellino, Frederick, Hoitenga, LaFave,
Berman, Paquette, Wittenberg, Gay-Dagnogo, Lasinski, Rabhi, Sneller, Brenda Carter,
Coleman.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wittenberg moved to refer Senate Bill No. 172 to the Committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 16-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Rendon, Markkanen, Webber, Vaupel, Bellino, Frederick, Hoitenga, LaFave,
Berman, Paquette, Wittenberg, Gay-Dagnogo, Lasinski, Sneller, Brenda Carter, Coleman.
Nays: Rep. Rabhi.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 172, but did not wish to speak:
Marcia Hune, representing the Life Insurance Association of Michigan.
Jeff McAlvey, representing the Insurance Alliance of Michigan.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Daire Rendon adjourned the meeting
at 9:05 AM.
Representative Daire Rendon, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov


location: Room 326, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT
REP. MATT HALL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, March 5, 2020
10:30 PM
Room 326, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Oversight was called to order by Chair Hall.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hall, Reilly, Webber, Steven Johnson, LaFave, Cynthia Johnson, Camilleri,
LaGrand.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Schroeder.
The Chair made remarks to the committee.
Representative Reilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 20, 2020. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SB 686 before the committee:
SB 686
(Sen. Barrett)
A bill to prohibit a state department or
agency or a member or office of the senate or house of
representatives from taking disciplinary action against
certain state employees for communicating with certain
individuals in the legislative branch.
Senator Barrett testified in support of SB 686. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid before the committee the following:
Office of the Auditor General Report on the Food and Dairy Division, Michigan Department of
Agriculture and Rural Development, January 2020 #791-0200-12F
Tim Slawinski and Jim Padden, representing the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural
Development, testified regarding the audit report. Questions and discussion followed.
Representative LaFave moved to excuse Representative Schroeder from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Matt Hall adjourned the meeting at
11:29 AM.
Representative Matt Hall, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS
REP. BRANDT IDEN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, March 5,
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 Lilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 4, 2020. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4835 and HB 4836 before the committee:
HB 4835
(Rep. Brann)
A bill to amend 1984 PA 270, entitled
"Michigan strategic fund act," (MCL 125.2001 to 125.2094)
by adding chapter 7A.
HB 4836
(Rep. Farrington)
A bill to amend 1984 PA 270,
entitled "Michigan strategic fund act," (MCL 125.2001 to
125.2094) by adding section 15.
Representative Brann testified in support of HB 4835 and HB 4836.
Representative Farrington testified in support of HB 4835 and HB 4836.
Brian Calley, representing the Small Business Association of Michigan, testified in support of
HB 4835 and HB 4836.
Representative Marino testified in support of HB 4835 and HB 4836.
Amanda Fisher, representing the National Federation of Independent Business, testified in
opposition to HB 4835.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4835 and HB 4836, but did
not wish to speak:
Greg Bird, representing the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4835 and HB 4836, but did not wish to
speak:
John Lindley, representing the Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4835 and HB 4836, but did not wish
to speak:
Andy Johnston, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the meeting at
11:17 AM.
Representative Brandt Iden, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
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
**DRAFT**
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
March 5, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety was scheduled for Thursday, March 5, 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 718 (Sen. MacGregor).
2. Reported SB 754 (Sen. VanderWall) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Testimony regarding SB 535 (Sen. Lucido).
4. Reported SB 104 (S-2) (Sen. Runestad) with recommendation.
5. Reported SB 195 (S-1) (Sen. Chang) with recommendation.
6. Reported SB 463 (Sen. Lucido) with recommendation.
7. Testimony regarding SB 761 (Sen. VanderWall).
8. Testimony regarding SB 705 (Sen. Lucido).
9. Testimony regarding SB 811 (Sen. Lucido).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 8:30 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 February 27, 2020.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited Sen. MacGregor to summarize SB 718.
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 718:
Brandy Axdahl, Foundation For Advancing Alcohol Responsibility – Support
Mark Reene, Tuscola County Prosecuting Attorney, Prosecuting Attorneys Association of MI – Support
Sgt. Nicole McGhee, Michigan State Police - Support
The Chair invited Sen. VanderWall to summarize SB 754.
The Chair invited the following individual to present testimony regarding SB 754:
The Honorable Jeff Nellis, 79th District Court, Mason County, Michigan – Support
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 754:
Cami Pendell, State Court Administrative Office - Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report SB 754 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang, and Irwin.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 754. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair summarized SB 535.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 535:
Brian Mackie, Crime Victim Services Commission – Oppose
Victor Fitz, Crime Victim Services Commission - Oppose
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 535:
Jess Averill, Michigan Domestic & Sexual Violence Prevention & Treatment Board – Oppose
Kathy Hagenian, Michigan Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence - Oppose
The Chair invited Sen. Runestad, and his Legislative Director, Krista Vincent, to summarize the (S-2) version of
SB 104.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 104:
Jen Rigterink, Michigan Municipal League – Oppose
Judy Allen, Michigan Townships Association – Oppose
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 104:
Jennifer Smith, Michigan Association of School Boards – Oppose
Meghann Keit, Michigan Association of Counties – Oppose
Dan Levy, Michigan Department of Civil Rights – Support
Erin Schor, Michigan Community College Association - Oppose
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Runestad to adopt the (S-2) version of SB 104. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, and Chang
Nays: Senator Irwin
The motion prevailed and the (S-2) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Runestad to report SB 104 (S-2) to the floor with recommendation that
it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang, and Irwin.
Nays: None
Pass: Senator VanderWall
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair invited Sen. Chang to summarize the (S-1) version of SB 195.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 195:
Kyle Kaminsky, Michigan Department of Corrections - Support
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 195:
Pete Letkemann, Family advisory Board - Support
John Cooper, Safe and Just Michigan – Support
Lois Pallone, Citizens for Prison Reform – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 195. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to report SB 195 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair summarized SB 463.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report SB 463 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad and Chang
Nays: Senator Irwin
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair invited Sen. VanderWall to summarize SB 761.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 761:
Brian Sadek, Wayne County Airport Authority – Support
Lt. Edward Chicko, Wayne County Airport Police – Support
Thomas Zahina, Wayne County Airport Authority – Support
The Chair summarized SB 705 and SB 811.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 811:
Robert Stevenson, Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police – Oppose
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 705 and SB
811:
Brandon Lanyon, Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan - Oppose
Blain Koops, Michigan Sheriffs' Association – Oppose
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 705:
Robert Stevenson, Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police – Oppose
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 811:
Sgt. Nicole McGhee, Michigan State Police – Oppose
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:56 a.m.
Date Adopted by Committee:


evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. PETER MACGREGOR
SEN. LANA THEIS
SEN. DAN LAUWERS
SEN. WAYNE A. SCHMIDT
SEN. MALLORY MCMORROW, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. ERIKA GEISS
SEN. JEREMY MOSS
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON ECONOMIC AND SMALL
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
SENATOR KEN HORN
CHAIR
7100 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1760
FAX: (517) 373-3487
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
March 5, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Economic and Small Business Development was scheduled for
Thursday, March 5, 2020, at 12:00 noon, in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 4816 (S-1) (Rep. Iden) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported SB 812 (Sen. Horn) with recommendation and immediate effect.
The Chair called the meeting to order. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the following
members were present: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, MacGregor, Theis, Lauwers, Schmidt, McMorrow,
Geiss and Moss, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the meeting minutes from February 20, 2020.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 4816. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, MacGregor, Theis, Lauwers, Schmidt, McMorrow, Geiss, and Moss.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4816 and (S-1):
Jon Rooks, Parkland Properties – Oppose
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding
HB 4816(S-1):
Brett Marr, Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association – Support
Joe Agostinelli, Southwest Michigan First – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report HB 4816 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation
that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, MacGregor, Theis, Lauwers, Schmidt, McMorrow, Geiss, and Moss.
Nays: None
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The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4816(S-1). Without objection, immediate
effect was recommended.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 812:
Stephanie Glidden and Teresa Burns, Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency – Support
Delaney McKinley, Michigan Manufacturers Association – Support
Wendy Block, Michigan Chamber of Commerce – Support
Amy Upton, Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association – Neutral
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to report SB 812 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, MacGregor, Theis, Lauwers, Schmidt, McMorrow, Geiss, and Moss.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 812. 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: May 19, 2020
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evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. JOHN BIZON, M.D., MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. RUTH A. JOHNSON
SEN. KIMBERLY A. LASATA
SEN. MICHAEL D. MACDONALD
SEN. LANA THEIS
SEN. WINNIE BRINKS, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. CURTIS HERTEL, JR.
SEN. SYLVIA SANTANA
SEN. PAUL WOJNO
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY AND
HUMAN SERVICES
SENATOR CURTIS S. VANDERWALL
CHAIR
4500 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1725
FAX: (517) 373-0741
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
March 5, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Health Policy and Human Services was scheduled for Thursday, March
5, 2020, at 1:15 p.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SB 417 (S-2) (Sen. Lucido) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported SB 418 (S-1) (Sen. MacDonald) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Testimony regarding SB 630 (S-2) (Sen. Bizon).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:17 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. MacDonald to adopt the meeting minutes from February 27, 2020.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 417 and SB 418:
Sabrina Kerr, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of EMS, Trauma, and
Preparedness – Neutral
The following cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB
417 and SB 418:
Christine Shearer, Michigan Association of Health Plans – Support
Sen. MacDonald offered and (S-2) version of SB 417 and an (S-1) version of SB 418.
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The Chair invited Sen. MacDonald to summarize the substitute versions of SB 417 and SB 418.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. MacDonald to adopt the (S-2) version of SB 417. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana,
and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-2) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. MacDonald to report the (S-2) version of SB 417 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana,
and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 417 (S-2). Without objection, immediate
effect was recommended.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. MacDonald to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 418. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana,
and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. MacDonald to report the (S-1) version of SB 418 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana,
and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 418 (S-1). Without objection, immediate
effect was recommended.
Sen. Bizon offered an (S-2) version of SB 630.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to adopt the (S-2) version of SB 630. The vote was as follows:
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Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana,
and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-2) was adopted.
The Chair invited Sen. Bizon to summarize the (S-2) version of SB 630.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 630:
Mike Galloway, MatchRX – Support
The following cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB
630:
Larry Wagenknecht, Michigan Pharmacists Association – Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:38 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: March 12, 2020
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location: Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building

evidence_text:
The Appropriations Subcommittee on Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)/Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, March 5, 2020, at 8:45 a.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Nesbitt (C), MacDonald and Santana


location: Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building

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

Meeting held on Thursday, March 5, 2020, at 1:15 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Barrett (C), Runestad and Hollier


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

Meeting held on Thursday, March 5, 2020, at 3:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Victory (C) and McCann

Excused: Senator Daley


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

Meeting held on Thursday, March 5, 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

Agriculture - Thursday, March 12, 8:30 a.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-1721

Appropriations - Wednesday, March 11, 2:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-5307

Subcommittees -

Agriculture and Rural Development - Thursday, March 19, 3:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768

Capital Outlay - Wednesday, March 11, 3:00 p.m., Room 519, House Office Building (517) 373-2768

Community Health/Human Services - Wednesday, March 11, 12:30 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

General Government - Wednesdays, 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 - Thursday, March 12, 1:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768

Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)/Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) - Thursday, March 12, 8:30 a.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building, (517) 373-2768

Universities and Community Colleges - Thursday, March 12, 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

Elections - Wednesday, March 11, 2:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5323

Health Policy and Human Services - Thursday, March 12, 1:00 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5323

Insurance and Banking - Wednesday, March 11, 9:00 a.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5314

Legislative Council - Thursday, March 19, 8:30 a.m., Room 352, House Appropriations Room, Capitol Building (517) 373-0212

Natural Resources - Wednesday, March 11, 9:00 a.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373‑5312

Senator MacGregor moved that the Senate adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 1:21 p.m.

The President pro tempore, Senator Nesbitt, declared the Senate adjourned until Wednesday, March 11, 2020, at 10:00 a.m.

MARGARET O’BRIEN

Secretary of the Senate


evidence_text:
**DRAFT**
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
March 5, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Justice and Public Safety was scheduled for
Thursday, March 5, 2020, at 1:15 p.m., in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:15 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) Runestad and Hollier, a quorum was present.
The Chair welcomed the following individual to present testimony regarding the Michigan Joint Task Force on
Jail and Pretrial Incarceration, and the subsequent law enforcement training required:
Timothy Bourgeois, Executive Director, Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards
(MCOLES)
The Chair welcomed the following individual to present testimony on the Secondary Road Patrol Grant
Program:
Daniel Pfannes, Undersheriff, Wayne County
The Chair welcomed the following individuals to present testimony on a range of budget issues related to the
Department of State Police (MSP):
F/Lt Tim Fitzgerald, legislative Liaison, MSP
Amanda Baker, Budget Director, MSP
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:45 p.m.
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**DRAFT**
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
March 5, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
(LARA)/Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) was scheduled for Thursday, March 5, 2020, at
8:45 a.m., in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 8:46 a.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) MacDonald and Santana, a quorum was present.
The Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. MacDonald, to adopt the meeting minutes from February 27,
2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding
Sally Talberg, Public Service Commission
Senator Nesbitt asked several questions, including the type of Restricted revenue received by area, the number
of FTEs assigned to the Commission historically and at present, the number of complaints received by the
Department, and the practices and expectations associated with the Michigan Saves proposal. Senator Santana
asked a question regarding rate regulations.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. MacDonald,
to adjourn the committee at 9:16 a.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.
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evidence_text:
**DRAFT**
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
March 5, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Universities and Community Colleges was scheduled
for Thursday, March 5, 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. She instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair LaSata, Sen.(s) Horn, Bizon, MacDonald, Zorn, Irwin and Hertel, a
quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon, supported by Sen. Irwin, to adopt the meeting minutes from
February 27, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding college access and affordability in
Michigan.
Catherine Brown, Senior Adviser for Michigan, The Institute for College Access and Success
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Horn, to
adjourn the committee at 3:19 p.m.Without objection, the committee was adjourned.
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
REP. GRAHAM FILLER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, March 10, 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 Farrington moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 3, 2020. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4313 before the committee:
HB 4313
(Rep. Howell)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
"Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL
324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 43525c.
Representative Howell testified in support of HB 4313.
Amy Trotter and Ian Fitzgerald, both representing the Michigan United Conservation Club,
testified in support of HB 4313. Questions and discussion followed.
Bill Vander Zouwen, representing Pheasants Forever, testified in opposition to HB 4313.
Jim Smith and Tom Shook, both representing the Michigan Pheasant Hunting Initiative, testified
in support of HB 4313.
Jim Ballard, representing the Michigan Hunting Dog Federation, testified in support of HB 4313.
Mike Borman, representing the Michigan Hunting Dog Federation, testified in support of HB
4313.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4313, but did not wish to
speak:
Craig Burnett, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
The Chair laid HB 5338 before the committee:
HB 5338
(Rep. Hoitenga) A bill to amend 1994 PA 350, entitled
"Public employee retirement benefits forfeiture act," by
amending sections 2 and 3 (MCL 38.2702 and 38.2703), as
amended by 2017 PA 43.
Representative Hoitenga, and Jamie and Nicole Mullings, representing themselves, testified in
support of HB 5338. Questions and discussion followed.
Don Campbell and Kathie Gourlay, both representing Michigan Citizens for Justice, testified in
opposition to HB 5338.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5338, but did not wish to speak:
Caroline Liethen, representing the Michigan Department of Education.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5338, but did not wish to speak:
John Gourlay, representing himself.
Kimberly Buddin, representing the American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan.
Chairman Filler returned to HB 4313.
Representative Howell moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4313. 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 Howell moved to report out HB 4313 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2).
The motion prevailed 10-1-2:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Farrington, Howell, Rendon, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey,
Bolden.
Nays: Rep. Steven Johnson.
Pass: Reps. LaFave, Berman.
The Chair laid HB 5286 before the committee:
HB 5286
(Rep. Johnson) A bill to prohibit political subdivisions in
this state from imposing certain restrictions on the
transportation, possession, carrying, sale, transfer, purchase,
gift, devise, licensing, registration, manufacturing, or use of
knives or components of knives.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5286, but did not wish to speak:
Robert Stevenson, representing the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police.
Representative Steven Johnson moved to report out HB 5286 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 12-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: Rep. Guerra.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 5368 and HB 5369 before the committee:
HB 5368
(Rep. Carter)
A bill to amend 1965 PA 203, entitled
"Michigan commission on law enforcement standards act,"
by amending section 2 (MCL 28.602), as amended by 2016
PA 289.
HB 5369
(Rep. Filler)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled
"Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 42, 46, 48,
49, 63, 69, 618a, 634, 660, 660a, 660d, 673, 674, 675d, and
676b (MCL 257.42, 257.46, 257.48, 257.49, 257.63, 257.69,
257.618a, 257.634, 257.660, 257.660a, 257.660d, 257.673,
257.674, 257.675d, and 257.676b), section 42 as amended by
2016 PA 304, section 618a as amended by 2014 PA 303,
section 634 as amended by 1988 PA 346, sections 660 and
660d as amended by 2018 PA 394, section 660a as added by
2006 PA 339, section 674 as amended by 2000 PA 268,
section 675d as amended by 2010 PA 211, and section 676b
as amended by 2018 PA 75, and by adding sections 63a, 64a,
64b, and chapter VIA.
Chairman Filler turned the gavel over to Majority Vice Chairman LaFave, the time being 10:07
AM.
Chairman Filler and Representative Carter testified in support of HB 5368 and HB 5369.
Questions and discussion followed.
Chairman Filler returned to the gavel, the time being 10:11 AM.
Paul Childs, representing M1 Rail, and Ricky Brown, representing the Detroit Transit Police,
testified in support of HB 5368 and HB 5369. Questions and discussion followed.
Tim Bourgeois, representing the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement, testified with a
neutral position on HB 5368 and HB 5369.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5368 and HB 5369, but did not wish to
speak:
Bill Black, representing the Michigan Teamsters.
Sergeant Chris Gerard, representing the Michigan State Police.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Graham Filler adjourned the meeting
at 10:31 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, March 10, 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 Cambensy moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 3, 2020. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5496 before the committee:
HB 5496
(Rep. Howell)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
"Natural resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 11503 and 11504 (MCL 324.11503 and
324.11504), as amended by 2018 PA 640.
Representative Wakeman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5496. 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 Rendon moved to refer House Bill No. 5496 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 with a neutral position on HB 5496(H-1), but did not
wish to speak:
Charlotte Jameson, representing the Michigan Environmental Council.
Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5496 (H-1), but did not wish to speak:
Jack Schinderle & Sarah Howes, representing the Michigan Department of Environment,
Great Lakes & Energy.
Cathy Wilson, representing Consumers Energy.
Winston Feeheley, representing DTE Energy.
Jason Greer, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
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.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 714, but did not wish to speak:
Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club.
The Chair laid HB 5558, HB 5559 and HB 5560 before the committee:
HB 5558
(Rep. Howell)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
"Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL
324.101 to 324.90106) by adding sections 43528c and
43528d.
HB 5559
(Rep. Cherry)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled
"Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL
324.101 to 324.90106) by adding sections 48714a and
48714b.
HB 5560
(Rep. Wakeman)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451,
entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection
act," by amending section 40113a (MCL 324.40113a), as
amended by 2016 PA 382.
At 12:06 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 12:07 PM, Representative Julie Calley called the committee back to order.
Chairman Howell testified in support of HB 5558, HB 5559 and HB 5560. Questions and
discussion followed.
Representative Cherry testified in support of HB 5558, HB 5559 and HB 5560. Questions and
discussion followed.
Representative Wakeman testified in support of HB 5558, HB 5559 and HB 5560. Questions and
discussion followed.
At 12:15 PM, Representative Julie Calley laid the committee at ease.
At 12:16 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Amy Trotter, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs, testified in support of HB
5558, HB 5559 and HB 5560. Questions and discussion followed.
Mike Thorman, representing the Michigan Hunting Dog Federation, testified in support of HB
5558, HB 5559 and HB 5560.
Phil Hewitt, representing the Michigan Bear Hunters Association, testified in support of HB
5558, HB 5559 and HB 5560.
Gary Morgan testified in support of HB 5558, HB 5559 and HB 5560. Questions and discussion
followed.
Dale Hendershot, representing the Michigan Trappers & Predator Callers, testified in support of
HB 5558, HB 5559 and HB 5560.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5558, HB 5559 and HB 5560, but did
not wish to speak:
Kelly Hamilton, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting
at 12:44 PM.
Representative Gary Howell, Chair
Amy Rostkowycz
Committee Clerk
arostkowycz@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, March 10, 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.
At 10:35 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 10:36 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Representative Cole moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 3, 2020. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SB 585 before the committee:
SB 585
(Sen. Bumstead)
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142,
entitled "Michigan memorial highway act," by amending
sections 11 and 14 (MCL 250.1011 and 250.1014), and by
adding section 14a.
The Chair read a letter from Senator Bumstead in support of SB 585.
Representative Sneller moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 585. 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 Alexander moved to refer Senate Bill No. 585 to the Committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). 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 SB 585, but did not wish to
speak:
Mark Polsdofer, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation.
The Chair laid SB 278, SB 279 and HB 5541 before the committee:
SB 278
(Sen. Barrett)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled
"Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 221 and 310
(MCL 257.221 and 257.310), section 221 as amended by
1998 PA 64 and section 310 as amended by 2018 PA 177.
SB 279
(Sen. Hertel)
A bill to amend 2008 PA 23, entitled
"Enhanced driver license and enhanced official state personal
identification card act," by amending section 5 (MCL
28.305), as amended by 2018 PA 606.
HB 5541
(Rep. Liberati) A bill to amend 1972 PA 222, entitled "An
act to provide for an official personal identification card; to
provide for its form, issuance and use; to regulate the use and
disclosure of information obtained from the card; to
prescribe the powers and duties of the secretary of state; to
prescribe fees; to prescribe certain penalties for violations;
and to provide an appropriation for certain purposes," by
amending sections 1 and 2 (MCL 28.291 and 28.292),
section 1 as amended by 2018 PA 605 and section 2 as
amended by 2018 PA 669.
Representative Liberati testified in support of SB 278, SB 279 and HB 5541. Questions and
discussion followed.
Representative Liberati testified to the proposed amendments to SB 278 and SB 279.
Kellie Dean, representing the Xavier DeGroat Autism Foundation, testified in support of SB 278
and SB 279.
Matt Levin, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified with a neutral position on
SB 278 and SB 279. Questions and discussion followed.
At 10:49 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 10:53 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Representative Sneller offered the following amendments to SB 278:
1. Amend page 3, line 19, after "has" by striking out the balance of the line through
"conditions" on line 20 and inserting "a health condition".
2. Amend page 3, line 21, after "stop" by inserting a comma and "including, but not limited
to, any of the following".
3. Amend page 3, line 23, after "autism" by inserting "spectrum".
4. Amend page 11, line 19, after "has" by striking out "1 or more of the following health
conditions" and inserting "a health condition".
5. Amend page 11, line 20, after "stop" by inserting a comma and "including, but not
limited to, any of the following".
6. Amend page 11, line 22, after "autism" by inserting "spectrum".
Representative Sneller moved to adopt the amendments to SB 278. 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 Clemente moved to refer Senate Bill No. 278 to the Committee on Ways and
Means as amended, as substitute (H-1). 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 Sneller offered the following amendments to SB 279:
1. Amend page 4, line 19, after "257.310," by inserting "and under section 1 of 1972 PA 222,
MCL 28.291,".
2. Amend page 4, line 20, after "license" by inserting "or enhanced official state personal
identification card, as applicable,".
3. Amend page 4, line 24, after "license" by inserting "or enhanced official state personal
identification card".
4. Amend page 4, line 28, after "257.310" by inserting "and under section 1(16) of 1972 PA
222, MCL 28.291".
5. Amend page 4, line 29, after "license" by inserting "or an enhanced official state personal
identification card".
6. Amend page 5, line 3, by striking out all of enacting section 1 and inserting:
"Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless all of the following bills
of the 100th Legislature are enacted into law:
(a) Senate Bill No. 278.
(b) Senate Bill No.____ or House Bill No.____ (request no. 04548'19 *).".
Representative Sneller moved to adopt the amendments to SB 279. 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 Sneller moved to refer Senate Bill No. 279 to the Committee on Ways and Means
as amended, as substitute (H-1). 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. 5541 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 SB 278, SB 279 and HB 5541, but did not
wish to speak:
Aaron Porter, representing Centria Autism.
The Chair laid HB 4723 before the committee:
HB 4723
(Rep. Yaroch)
A bill to amend 2006 PA 384, entitled
"Driver education provider and instructor act," by amending
sections 35 and 37 (MCL 256.655 and 256.657), section 35
as amended by 2012 PA 258 and section 37 as amended by
2018 PA 277, and by adding section 32.
Representative Yaroch testified in support of HB 4723. Questions and discussion followed.
Matt Levin, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified in opposition to HB 4723.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4723, but did not wish to speak:
Jeff McAlvey, representing the Insurance Institute of Michigan.
Tiffany Hauser, representing AAA of Michigan.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jack O'Malley adjourned the meeting
at 11:10 AM.
Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov