location: Room 403 of the Capitol Building

evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. LANA THEIS, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JOHN BIZON, M.D.
SEN. JEFF IRWIN, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT
SENATOR ED MCBROOM
CHAIR
7200 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7840
FAX: (517) 373-3932
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 11, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Oversight was scheduled for Tuesday, May 11, 2021, at 2:00 p.m., in
Room 403 of the Capitol Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 4022 (Rep. Berman) with recommendation.
2. Testimony regarding Office of the Auditor General, Performance Audit Report, Prisoner Security
Classification and Recommended Programming, Michigan Department of Corrections, November
2019, #471-0350-18.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 2:12 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Theis, Bizon and Irwin, a quorum was present.
Chair McBroom invited the committee to recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
Chair McBroom entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to adopt the meeting minutes from April 20, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair brought up HB 4022 and invited Rep. Berman to summarize the bill. Member questions followed.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding HB 4022:
Bree Anderson, Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget - Neutral
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report HB 4022 to the floor with recommendation that the bill
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Theis and Bizon
Nays: Sen. Irwin
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair brought up the Office of the Auditor General, Performance Audit Report, Prisoner Security
Classification and Recommended Programming, Michigan Department of Corrections, November 2019, #471-
0350-18.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony via Zoom regarding the Office of the Auditor
General, Performance Audit Report, Prisoner Security Classification and Recommended Programming,
Michigan Department of Corrections, November 2019, #471-0350-18:
Mary Jo Koschay, OAG Audit Division Administrator. Member questions and discussion followed.
Michael Ventura, OAG Audit Manager. Member questions and discussion followed.
Nathan Klein, OAG Audit Supervisor. Member questions and discussion followed.
Kyle Kaminski, Michigan Department of Corrections. Member questions and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair McBroom entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to
adjourn the committee at 3:05 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.
Date Adopted by the Committee: 05/13/2021


location: the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room

meeting_state: held

evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. KEN HORN, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. KIMBERLY A. LASATA
SEN. ARIC NESBITT
SEN. TOM BARRETT
SEN. JON C. BUMSTEAD
SEN. JOHN BIZON, M.D.
SEN. WAYNE A. SCHMIDT
SEN. SEAN MCCANN, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. WINNIE BRINKS
SEN. MALLORY MCMORROW
SEN. MARSHALL BULLOCK
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON ENERGY AND
TECHNOLOGY
SENATOR DAN LAUWERS
CHAIR
S-2 CAPITOL BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7708
FAX: (517) 373-1450
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 11, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Energy and Technology was scheduled for Tuesday, May 11, 2021, at
2:00 p.m., in the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room.
The agenda summary is as follows:
Presentation on Line 5
The Chair called the meeting to order at 2:08 p.m.. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Lauwers, Sen.(s) Horn, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Bumstead, Bizon,
Schmidt, McCann, Brinks, McMorrow and Bullock, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to adopt the meeting minutes from April 29, 2021. Without
objection, committee minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present on Line 5:
Mike Alaimo, Director of Environmental and Energy Affairs, MI Chamber of Commerce
Scott Hayes, Health, Safety, Environmental and Government Affairs Manager, Toledo Refining
Company
Justin Donnelly, Toledo Refining Company
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:56 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: May 18, 2021
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location: Room 326, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE
REP. JULIE ALEXANDER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, May 12, 2021
10:30 AM
Room 326, House Office Building
The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Alexander.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Alexander, Posthumus, Bellino, Rendon, Filler, Carra, Garza, Cambensy,
Hope, Witwer, Puri.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Filler moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 5, 2021. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Chair Alexander turned the gavel over to Majority Vice Chair Bryan Posthumus
The Chair laid HB 4823 and HB 4824 before the committee:
HB 4823
(Rep. Alexander)
A bill to amend 2019 PA 152, entitled "Lawful
internet gaming act," by amending section 15
(MCL 432.315).
HB 4824
(Rep. Hertel)
A bill to amend 2019 PA 149, entitled "Lawful
sports betting act," by amending section 15 (MCL
432.415).
Representative Alexander, testified in support of HB 4823 and HB 4824.
At 10:42 AM, Majority Vice Chair Bryan Posthumus laid the committee at ease.
At 10:43 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Libby Myers, a standardbred breeder from Clark Lake, Michigan, testified in support of HB
4823 and HB 4824. Questions and discussion followed.
Mike Tanner, representing the United States Trotting Association, testified in support of HB
4823 and HB 4824. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4823 and HB 4824, but did not wish
to speak:
Mike Krunbeen, representing the Michigan Harness Horsemen's Association.
Rebecca Park, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau.
Nelson Clemens, representing AmWest.
Jason Velmen, representing the Horsemen's Benevolent Protection Association.
Aaron Rice, representing the Michigan Equine Partnership.
Aaron Rice, representing Michigan Great Lakes International.
Amanda Tomich, representing the Michigan Association of Fairs and Exhibitions.
Rick McCune, representing the Michigan Thoroughbred Breeders.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4823 and HB 4824, but due to the
time constraints were unable to speak:
Beatrice Friedlander, representing Attorneys for Animals.
The Chair laid HB 4603 before the committee:
HB 4603
(Rep. Bellino)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled "Open
meetings act," by amending section 3a (MCL
15.263a), as amended by 2020 PA 254.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4603, but did not wish to speak:
Matthew Germane, representing the Michigan Meat Association.
Representative Posthumus moved to report out HB 4603 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Alexander, Posthumus, Bellino, Rendon, Filler, Carra, Garza, Cambensy,
Hope, Witwer, Puri.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Julie Alexander adjourned the
meeting at 11:06 AM.
Representative Julie Alexander, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
REP. THOMAS A. ALBERT
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, May 12,
2021
9:00
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Committee on Appropriations was called to order by Chair Albert.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin,
Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink, Tate,
Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal,
Steckloff, Thanedar, Weiss.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Hammoud joined the committee remotely.
Representative Whiteford moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 5, 2021 at 8:30
a,m. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative Allor moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 5, 2021 at 2:30 p.m.
There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
At 9:03 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 9:05 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair laid HB 4733 and HB 4734 before the committee:
HB 4733
(Rep. Sabo)
A bill to amend 1943 PA 240, entitled "State
employees' retirement act," by amending section
58 (MCL 38.58), as added by 1996 PA 487.
HB 4734
(Rep. Marino)
A bill to amend 1980 PA 300, entitled "The public
school employees retirement act of 1979," by
amending section 127 (MCL 38.1427), as
amended by 2017 PA 92.
Representative Sabo and Representative Marino testified on the bills. Questions and
discussion followed.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4733, but did not wish to speak:
Jeremy Tripp, representing the SEIU 517.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4733 and HB 4734, but did not wish
to speak:
Marcia Hune, representing the Life Insurance Association of Michigan
Aaron Keel and Greg Parker, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury submitted a
testimony card in opposition to HB 4733 and HB 4734 and wished to speak.
Ryan Frost, representing the Reason Foundation, testified in support of HB 4733 and HB
4734. Questions and discussion followed.
Ray Scholtz, representing the Michigan Corrections Organization, testified in support of HB
4733 and HB 4734.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Thomas Albert adjourned the
meeting at 9:28 AM.
Representative Thomas Albert, Chair
Matt Carnagie
Committee Clerk
mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


location: Room 327, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON FINANCIAL SERVICES
REP. DIANA FARRINGTON
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, May 12, 2021
12:00 PM
Room 327, House Office Building
The House Committee on Financial Services was called to order by Chair Farrington.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Farrington, Wakeman, Griffin, Reilly, O'Malley, Carra, Clemente,
Camilleri, Rogers, Scott, Young.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Camilleri joined the committee remotely.
Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 24, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4828 before the committee:
HB 4828
(Rep. Clemente)
A bill to amend 2005 PA 244, entitled "Deferred
presentment service transactions act," by
amending section 51 (MCL 487.2171).
Representative Clemente, testified in support of HB 4828.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4828, but did not wish to speak:
John Rabenold, representing Axcess Financial.
Lorray Brown, representing the Michigan Poverty Law Program.
Jessica AcMoody, representing the Community Economic Development Association of
Michigan.
Sandy Pearson, representing Habitat for Humanity of Michigan.
Haleigh Krombeen, representing the Michigan Credit Union League.
Tom Hickson, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference.
The Chair laid HB 4515 before the committee:
HB 4515
(Rep. Sowerby)
A bill to amend 2005 PA 244, entitled "Deferred
presentment service transactions act," by
amending sections 22, 31, 32, 33, 34, and 40
(MCL 487.2142, 487.2151, 487.2152, 487.2153,
487.2154, and 487.2160).
Representative Sowerby, testified in support of HB 4515.
Rob Mass, Legislative Director for Representative Sowerby, testified in support of HB 4515.
Elinor Jordan, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence,
testified in support of HB 4515.
Lorray Brown, representing the Michigan Poverty Law Program, testified in support of HB
4515.
Sandy Pearson, representing Habitat for Humanity of Michigan, testified in support of HB
4515.
Tom Hickson, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference, testified in support of HB
4515.
Jessica AcMoody, representing the Community Economic Development Association of
Michigan, testified in support of HB 4515.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4515, but did not wish to speak:
Amanda Klein, representing the United Way for Southeastern Michigan.
Peter Ruark, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy.
Ross Yednock, representing the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial
Services.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4515, but did not wish to speak:
John Rabenold, representing Axcess Financial.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Diana Farrington adjourned the
meeting at 12:50 PM.
Representative Diana Farrington, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TAX POLICY
REP. MATT HALL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, May 12,
2021
10:30
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Committee on Tax Policy was called to order by Chair Hall.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hall, Tisdel, Calley, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Meerman, O'Malley,
Beeler, Outman, Yancey, Ellison, Brixie, Kuppa, Cavanagh.
Absent: Rep. Neeley.
Excused: Rep. Neeley.
Representative Kuppa moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 5, 2021. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative Tisdel moved to excuse Representative Neeley from the meeting. There being
no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SB 248 before the committee:
SB 248
(Sen. Runestad)
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax
act of 1967," by amending sections 325, 687, and
701 (MCL 206.325, 206.687, and 206.701),
section 325 as amended and section 687 as added
by 2011 PA 38 and section 701 as amended by
2011 PA 311, and by adding chapter 18.
Dan Papineau, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, testified in support of SB
248. Questions and discussion followed.
Matas Blekys, representing the Senator Runestad, testified in support of SB 248. Questions
and discussion followed.
Paul Connors and Angela Matelski, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury,
testified in support of SB 248. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 248, but did not wish to speak:
John Lindley, representing the Certified Public Accountants.
The Chair laid HB 4817, HB 4818, HB 4819 and HB 4820 before the committee:
HB 4817
(Rep. Yancey)
A bill to amend 1993 PA 327, entitled "Tobacco
products tax act," by amending section 12 (MCL
205.432), as amended by 2018 PA 639.
HB 4818
(Rep. Ellison)
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act,"
by amending section 21 (MCL 205.111), as
amended by 2020 PA 30.
HB 4819
(Rep. Calley)
A bill to amend 1971 PA 140, entitled "Glenn Steil
state revenue sharing act of 1971," by amending
section 3 (MCL 141.903), as amended by 1980 PA
275.
HB 4820
(Rep. Outman)
A bill to amend 1986 PA 316, entitled "Michigan
education trust act," by amending section 4 (MCL
390.1424).
Representative Yancey, testified in support of HB 4817.
Representative Ellison, testified in support of HB 4818.
Representative Calley, testified in support of HB 4819.
Representative Outman, testified in support of HB 4820.
Paul Connors, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified in support of HB
4817, HB 4818, HB 4819 and HB 4820.
The Chair made remarks to the committee.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Matt Hall adjourned the meeting
at 11:01 AM.
Representative Matt Hall, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


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MEMBERS:
SEN. JON C. BUMSTEAD, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. ED MCBROOM
SEN. CURTIS HERTEL, JR., MINORITY VICE CHAIR
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON ADVICE AND CONSENT
SENATOR ARIC NESBITT
CHAIR
6100 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-0793
FAX: (517) 373-5607
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 12, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Advice and Consent was scheduled for Wednesday, May 12, 2021, at
8:30 a.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. A hearing to consider the appointments of David Cozad and Thomas Baird to the Michigan Natural
Resources Commission.
2. Vote to report the appointment of Mr. Henry Williams as the Executive Director of the Michigan
Gaming Control Board favorably.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 8:34 a.m.. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Bumstead, McBroom and Hertel, a quorum was
present.
The Chair made a motion to adopt the meeting minutes from April 29, 2021. Without objection, the minutes
were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding the appointment of David Cozad and
Thomas Baird to the Michigan Natural Resources Commission:
David Cozad – Support
Thomas Baird – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding the
appointment of David Cozad to the Michigan Natural Resources Commission:
James Bos, Pere Marquette Watershed Council – Support
Keith Shafer, MI Bear Hunters Association – Support
The Chair made a motion to report the appointment of Mr. Henry Williams as the Executive Director of the
Michigan Gaming Control Board favorably. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Bumstead, McBroom, and Hertel.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the appointment of Mr. Henry Williams was reported favorably.
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There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:54 a.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 8/31/21
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MEMBERS:
SEN. ARIC NESBITT, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. KEVIN DALEY
SEN. JON C. BUMSTEAD
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL
SEN. STEPHANIE CHANG, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. BETTY JEAN ALEXANDER
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
SENATOR JIM RUNESTAD
CHAIR
7500 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1758
FAX: (517) 373-0938
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 12, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Finance was scheduled for Wednesday, May 12, 2021, at 12:00 p.m., in
room 403 of the Capitol Building.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding HB 4224 (Rep. Lilly).
2. Testimony regarding HB 4225 (Rep. Anthony).
3. Testimony regarding SB 393 (Sen. Daley).
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:05 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 April 28, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair brought up HB's 4224 and 4225 and invites Rep. Lilly to summarize the bills.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony via Zoom regarding HB's 4224 and 4225:
Matt Patton, Detroit Regional Chamber – Support
Aaron Keel, Michigan Department of Treasury – No Position
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding HB's 4224 and 4225:
Mike Johnston, Michigan Manufacturing Association – Support
John McNamara, Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association – Support
Dan Papineau, Michigan Chamber – Support
Matt Patton, Detroit Regional Chamber – Support
Alexa Kramer, Grand Rapids Chamber – Support
Diane Middleton, Midland Business Alliance – Support
Veronica Horn, Saginaw Chamber – Support
Amy Drumm, Michigan Retailers Association – Support
Amanda Fisher, National Federation of Independent Business – Support
Ryan Tarrant, Bay Area Chamber of Commerce – Support
Steven Japinga, Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce – Support
Micah Babcock, Small Business Association of Michigan – Support
Kirstie Sieloff, Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance - Support
The Chair brought up SB 393, and invited Sen. Daley to summarize the bill.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 393:
Tom Langan, Highway Lanes Bowling – Support
Paul Abromaitis, Highway Lanes Bowling – Support
Aaron Keel, Michigan Department of Treasury (via Zoom) – No Position
Bryan Rief, Michigan Fitness Club Association (via Zoom) - Support
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB 393:
Dan Papineau, Michigan Chamber – Support
Amanda Fisher, National Federation of Independent Business – Support
Matt Breslin, National Association of Theaters – Support
Micah Babcock, Small Business Association of Michigan – Support
Amy Upton, Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association – Support
John McNamara, Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association – Support
Mike Johnston, Michigan Manufactures Association - Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the meeting. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:45 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 05/19/2021


location: the 403 Room of the Capitol Building

evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. ED MCBROOM, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL
SEN. PAUL WOJNO, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON ELECTIONS
SENATOR RUTH A. JOHNSON
CHAIR
7300 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1636
FAX: (517) 373-1453
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 12, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Elections was scheduled for Wednesday, May 12, 2021, at 2:00 p.m., in
the 403 Room of the Capitol Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 300 (Sen. Schmidt).
2. Testimony regarding SB 301 (Sen. Schmidt).
3. Testimony regarding SB 290 (Sen. Outman).
4. Testimony regarding SB 291 (Sen. Outman).
5. Testimony regarding SB 292 (Sen. Outman).
6. Testimony regarding SB 293 (Sen. Outman).
7. Testimony regarding SB 294 (Sen. Outman).
8. Testimony regarding SB 295 (Sen. Victory).
9. Testimony regarding SB 309 (Sen. Bumstead).
10. Testimony regarding SB 279 (Sen. Johnson).
Due to a Senate Session, the Chair called the meeting to order at 2:49 p.m.. She instructed the Clerk to call the
roll. At that time, the following members were present: Chair Johnson, Sen.(s) McBroom, VanderWall, and
Wojno, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the meeting minutes from May 5, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited Sen. Schmidt to summarize SB 300 and SB 301.
The Chair invited Sen. Outman to summarize SB 290 – SB 294.
The Chair invited Mike Witkowski, of Sen. Victory's office, to summarize SB 295.
The Chair invited Marie Manarik, of Sen. Bumstead's office, to summarize SB 309.
The Chair invited Garrett Wheat, of the Chair's office, to summarize SB 279.
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The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 279, SB 292, SB 295, SB 300,
and SB 301:
Kris Millard, Michigan Association of County Clerks – Support
Pam Smith, Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks – Support
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 290, SB 291, SB 293, SB 294,
and SB 309:
Kris Millard, Michigan Association of County Clerks – Oppose
Pam Smith, Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks – Oppose
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 279, SB 290 – SB 294, SB 295,
SB 300, SB 301, and SB 309:
Adam Reames, Michigan Secretary of State – No Position
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 300 and SB 301:
Merissa Kovach, ACLU of Michigan – Support
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 290 – SB 295 and SB 309:
Merissa Kovach, ACLU of Michigan – Oppose
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 300:
Adam de Angeli, Rescue Michigan Coalition – Oppose
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 279, SB 290 – SB 294, SB 295,
SB 300, SB 301, and SB 309:
Christina Schlitt, League of Women Voters of Michigan – Oppose
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 279, SB 290, 291, SB 292, SB
294, SB 300, and SB 301:
Patricia Johnson, Pure Integrity for Michigan Elections – Oppose
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 295 and SB 309:
Patricia Johnson, Pure Integrity for Michigan Elections – Support
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The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 279, SB 290, SB 292, and SB
309:
Dorian Tyus, Michigan Democratic Party – Oppose
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 279, SB 294, 295, SB 300, SB
301, and SB 309:
Dr. Linda Lee Tarver, Election Integrity Expert for the State of Michigan – Oppose
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 294, SB 300, and SB 309:
Aghogho Edevbie, All Voting is Local Michigan – Oppose
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 292 and SB 309:
David Jaffe, Citizen – Oppose
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 290, SB 291, SB 292, and SB
293:
Dennis Erdelyi, Montcalm County Democratic Party – Oppose
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 290, SB 292, SB 294, SB 301,
and SB 309:
Edith Lee Payne, TCF Election Worker – Oppose
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 290 and SB 309:
Christopher LaDuke, Citizen – Oppose
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 279, SB 290 – SB 294, SB 295,
and SB 309:
David Hopkinson, Citizen – Oppose
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 309:
Donna Pennington, Citizen – Oppose
The following cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB
300:
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Dr. Tamara Mitchell, Kalamazoo Electoral Action Team – Oppose
Bishop James Williams, Jr., Council of Baptist Pastors of Detroit – Oppose
The following cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB
279, SB 290, and SB 300:
Rev. Lindsey Anderson, MOSES – Oppose
The following cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB
290, SB 292, and SB 309:
Dr. Keith Whitney, MOSES – Oppose
The following cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB
290 – SB 295, SB 300, and SB 309:
Nancy Wang, Voters Not Politicians – Oppose
The following cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB
279, SB 290 – SB 295, and SB 309:
Bill Flory, Michigan Association for Justice – Oppose
Algeria Wilson, National Association of Social Workers-Michigan – Oppose
The following cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB
300 and SB 301:
Bill Flory, Michigan Association for Justice – Support
Algeria Wilson, National Association of Social Workers-Michigan – Support
The following cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB
290 – SB 295 and SB 309:
Alex Rossman, Michigan League for Public Policy – Oppose
The following cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB
290 and SB 309:
Hallie Fox, Michigan League of Conservation Voters – Oppose
Emily Snider, Michigan ADL – Oppose
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The following cards were read of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB
290, SB 291, and SB 309:
Cheryl Barget, Citizen – Oppose
Susan Genden, Citizen – Oppose
Gregory Young, Citizen – Oppose
Jean Karich, Citizen – Oppose
Angele Smith, Citizen – Oppose
Karen Bartos, Citizen – Oppose
Ilene Lee Beninson, Citizen – Oppose
Lillian Meek, Citizen – Oppose
Kinsey Mantay, Citizen – Oppose
Deborah Eber, Citizen – Oppose
Judith Goodman, Citizen – Oppose
Kim Singer, Citizen – Oppose
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 5:29 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: May 19, 2021
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY
REP. BRONNA KAHLE
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, May 13,
2021
11:00
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Committee on Health Policy was called to order by Chair Kahle.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller,
Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Whitsett, Morse.
Absent: Rep. Neeley.
Excused: Rep. Neeley.
Representative Witwer moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 6, 2021. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4654 before the committee:
HB 4654
(Rep. Clemente)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by
adding sections 5135 and 5135a.
Representative Clemente and Laura Bonnell, representing the National Organization of Rare
Disorders, testified in support of HB 4654. Questions and discussion followed.
Annissa Reed, representing the National Organization of Rare Disorders, testified in support
of HB 4654.
Dr. Wanda Shurney, representing Sickle Cell of Michigan, testified in support of HB 4654.
Kelly Waters, National Homocystinuria Representative with Patients and Providers for
Medical Nutrition Equality Coalition, testified in support of HB 4654.
Gabe Basso, representing Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, testified in support of HB
4654. Questions and discussion followed.
Chair Kahle laid before the committee a presentation on pregnancy and adoption resources.
Stephanie Busch, representing the Catholic Charities of West Michigan; Ani Blickley,
representing The Lighthouse for Teen Moms in Grand Rapids; and Jim Sprague, representing
the Pregnancy Resources Center in Grand Rapids, gave a presentation to the committee.
Questions and discussion followed.
At 11:55 AM, the Chair handed the gavel over to the Majority Vice Chair Meerman.
Representative Witwer moved to excuse Representative Neeley from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Majority Vice Chair Meerman
adjourned the meeting at 12:00 PM.
Representative Bronna Kahle, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT
REP. STEVEN JOHNSON
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, May 13, 2021
10:30 AM
Room 326, House Office Building
The House Committee on Oversight was called to order by Chair Steven Johnson.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Steven Johnson, Outman, Hoitenga, Reilly, O'Malley, Wozniak, Brixie,
LaGrand, Young.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Outman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 6, 2021. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4667 before the committee:
HB 4667
(Rep. Allor)
A bill to prohibit producing, issuing, or providing
an incentive for COVID-19 vaccination passports;
to provide for the powers and duties of certain
state and local governmental officers and entities;
and to prescribe civil sanctions.
Representative O'Malley moved to adopt substitute (H-4) to HB 4667. The motion prevailed
8-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Steven Johnson, Outman, Hoitenga, Reilly, O'Malley, Wozniak, LaGrand,
Young.
Nays: Rep. Brixie.
Pass: None.
Questions and discussion on the bill followed.
Representative O'Malley moved to report out HB 4667 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-4). The motion prevailed 6-3-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Steven Johnson, Outman, Hoitenga, Reilly, O'Malley, Wozniak.
Nays: Reps. Brixie, LaGrand, Young.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4667, but due to the time constraints
were unable to speak:
Patricia Neuenschwander.
Leslie Cushing.
James Taylor.
Carol Reed.
Jeanette Westhoff.
Karen Braun.
Antionsha Collins.
Ross Ziegenthaler.
Dalinda Reese.
Genevieve Peters.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4667, but did not wish to speak:
Janet Vendramini.
David Galloway.
Eileen Feldpausch.
Sarah Galloway.
Karen Andrews.
David, Elise, Amelia and Sarah Galloway.
Bethany Wosnan.
Kristen Reeves.
Brandon Dickenson.
Alex Wojan.
Nicole Dikenson.
James Neuenshwander.
Doris Campbell.
Dale Campbell.
Shari Schwenk.
Derek Schwenk.
Stefanie and David Boone.
Megan Sattelberg.
Addison Sattelberg.
Rachel Sattelberg.
Emily Sattelberg.
DeAnn Sattelberg.
David Martin.
Coleen Redmond.
Hannah Redmond.
Jan Tenkate.
Nicole Kehoe.
Maria Muzzin.
Kristy Boone.
Shannon Erskine.
Robert Stroshine.
Rachel Marcero, representing Us Against The Media.
Willow Stevens.
Logan Stevens.
Nalalve Schmaltz.
Shelley Debisle.
James Stinson.
Shirley Martin.
Paul Kehoe.
Deanna Jones.
Geoff Hamilton.
Danette Besley.
Heather Oliver.
Heidi Yeager.
Ron and Sue Yarbrough.
The Chair laid the following before the committee:
Testimony from individuals regarding in-person graduations.
Steven Molewyk testified before the committee.
William Molewyk and Marzie Killebrew testified before the committee. Questions and
discussion followed.
Dr. Barbara Katerberg testified before the committee. Questions and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Steven Johnson adjourned the
meeting at 11:27 AM.
Representative Steven Johnson, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


location: Room 519, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON RULES AND COMPETITIVENESS
REP. JIM LILLY
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, May 13, 2021
10:30 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Committee on Rules and Competitiveness was called to order by Chair Lilly.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Lilly, Calley, Wendzel, Damoose, Posthumus, Anthony, Hertel, Sneller,
Kuppa.
Absent: Reps. Clements, Schroeder.
Excused: Reps. Clements, Schroeder.
Representative Wendzel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 6, 2021. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4687, HB 4688, HB 4689 and HB 4692 before the committee:
HB 4687
(Rep. Pohutsky)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 472, entitled "An act to
regulate political activity; to regulate lobbyists,
lobbyist agents, and lobbying activities; to require
registration of lobbyists and lobbyist agents; to
require the filing of reports; to prescribe the
powers and duties of the department of state; to
prescribe penalties; and to repeal certain acts and
parts of acts," by amending section 6a (MCL
4.416a), as added by 1994 PA 383.
HB 4688
(Rep. Martin)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 472, entitled "An act to
regulate political activity; to regulate lobbyists,
lobbyist agents, and lobbying activities; to require
registration of lobbyists and lobbyist agents; to
require the filing of reports; to prescribe the
powers and duties of the department of state; to
prescribe penalties; and to repeal certain acts and
parts of acts," (MCL 4.411 to 4.431) by adding
section 6b.
HB 4689
(Rep. Schroeder)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 472, entitled "An act to
regulate political activity; to regulate lobbyists,
lobbyist agents, and lobbying activities; to require
registration of lobbyists and lobbyist agents; to
require the filing of reports; to prescribe the
powers and duties of the department of state; to
prescribe penalties; and to repeal certain acts and
parts of acts," (MCL 4.411 to 4.431) by adding
section 6c.
HB 4692
(Rep. Scott)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 472, entitled "An act to
regulate political activity; to regulate lobbyists,
lobbyist agents, and lobbying activities; to require
registration of lobbyists and lobbyist agents; to
require the filing of reports; to prescribe the
powers and duties of the department of state; to
prescribe penalties; and to repeal certain acts and
parts of acts," by amending section 11 (MCL
4.421).
Representative Pohutsky, testified in support of HB 4687, HB 4688, HB 4689 and HB 4692.
Representative Martin, testified in support of HB 4687, HB 4688, HB 4689 and HB 4692.
Chelsea Alcock, Legislative Director for Representative Schroeder, testified in support of HB
4687, HB 4688, HB 4689 and HB 4692.
Representative Scott, testified in support of HB 4687, HB 4688, HB 4689 and HB 4692.
The Chair laid HB 4249, HB 4250 and HB 4251 before the committee:
HB 4249
(Rep. Hammoud)
A bill to amend 2016 PA 281, entitled "Medical
marihuana facilities licensing act," by amending
sections 502 and 504 (MCL 333.27502 and
333.27504), section 502 as amended by 2018 PA
648 and section 504 as amended by 2018 PA 10,
and by adding section 407b.
HB 4250
(Rep. Hammoud)
A bill to amend 2018 IL 1, entitled "Michigan
Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act," by
amending sections 3, 11, and 15 (MCL 333.27953,
333.27961, and 333.27965), section 3 as amended
by 2020 PA 208.
HB 4251
(Rep. Bellino)
A bill to prohibit the sale of vapor products or
alternative nicotine products that contain vitamin
E acetate; and to prescribe penalties.
Paul Weisberger, representing Wild Bill's Tobacco, testified in support of HB 4251.
Representative Calley moved to excuse Representatives Clements and Schroeder from the
meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jim Lilly adjourned the meeting
at 11:05 AM.
Representative Jim Lilly, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON WORKFORCE, TRADES, AND TALENT
REP. BETH GRIFFIN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, May 13, 2021
9:00 a.m.
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Committee on Workforce, Trades, and Talent was called to order by the Chair.
The Chair requested attendance be called. The Clerk called the attendance and a quorum was
present.
Present: Reps. Griffin, Martin, Howell, Farrington, Eisen, Markkanen, Sabo, Hope,
O'Neal.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Farrington moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 29, 2021. There
being no objections, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4125 before the committee:
HB 4125
(Rep. Howell)
A bill to amend 2016 PA 407, entitled "Skilled
trades regulation act," by amending sections 701
and 737 (MCL 339.5701 and 339.5737), section
701 as amended by 2018 PA 151.
Representative Howell, the bill sponsor, explained the (H-3) substitute.
Representative Howell moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4125. The motion prevailed 9-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Griffin, Martin, Howell, Farrington, Eisen, Markkanen, Sabo, Hope, O'Neal.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following individuals submitted a card in support of HB 4125 (H-3), but did not wish to
speak:
Susan Schlaybaugh, Legislative Consultant for the Michigan Electric Co-op
Association; and
Todd Tennis, representing the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.
The following individuals submitted a card in opposition to HB 4125 (H-3), but did not wish
to speak:
Edward Rivet, representing the Michigan Conservative Energy Forum, and
Valeri J. M. Brader, representing the Energy Innovation Business Council.
Representative Howell moved to report out HB 4125 with recommendation, as substitute a
(H-3). The motion prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Griffin, Martin, Howell, Farrington, Eisen, Markkanen, Sabo, Hope, O'Neal.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4434 before the committee:
HB 4434
(Rep. Stone)
A bill to amend 1936 (Ex Sess) PA 1, entitled
"Michigan employment security act," by
amending sections 2 and 32b (MCL 421.2 and
421.32b), section 2 as amended by 2011 PA 268
and section 32b as amended by 2011 PA 269, and
by adding section 32e.
Representative Lori Stone, the bill sponsor, explained HB 4434. Questions followed.
Ms. Rachael Kohl, the Director of the Workers' Rights Clinic at University of Michigan Law
School, testified in support of HB 4434. A copy of her written testimony is attached.
Mr. Brett J. Lawrence, a brand manager, graphic designer, and a photographer, testified in
support of HB 4434.
Anthony Sutter, a carpenter, testified in support of HB 4434.
Stephanie Glidden, Chief of Staff and Legislative Liaison for Michigan's Unemployment
Insurance Agency, testified with a neutral position on HB 4434. Questions followed.
The following individuals submitted a card in support of HB 4434, but did not wish to speak:
Peter Ruark, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy, and
Jonathan Byrd, representing the Michigan Laborers Union.
There being no further business before the committee; Representative Markkanen moved that
the committee adjourn. There being no objections, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 9:52
a.m.
Representative Beth Griffin, Chair
Joy Brewer
Committee Clerk
joybrewer@house.mi.gov


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MEMBERS:
SEN. ROGER VICTORY, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. DAN LAUWERS
SEN. DAYNA POLEHANKI, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. WINNIE BRINKS
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE
SENATOR KEVIN DALEY
CHAIR
5200 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1777
FAX: (517) 373-5871
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 13, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Agriculture was scheduled for Thursday, May 13, 2021, at 8:30 a.m., in
the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SB 396 (Sen. Lauwers) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported SB 397 (Sen. Ananich) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Reported SB 398 (Sen. Hertel) with recommendation and immediate effect.
4. Reported SB 399 (Sen. Ananich) with recommendation and immediate effect.
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 Daley, Sen.(s) Victory, Lauwers, Polehanki and Brinks, a quorum was
present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Victory to adopt the meeting minutes from April 29, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 396, SB 397, SB 398 and SB
399:
Bee Friedlander, Attorneys for Animals – Opposed
Frank A. DiGiacomo, Duane Morris LLP – Opposed
Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi (NHBP) – Opposed
The Chair read in the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 396,
SB 397, SB 398 and SB 399:
Rebecca Park, Michigan Farm Bureau – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Lauwers to report SB 396 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Daley, Sen.(s) Victory, Lauwers, Polehanki, and Brinks.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
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The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 396. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Victory to report SB 397 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Daley, Sen.(s) Victory, Lauwers, Polehanki, and Brinks.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 397. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Lauwers to report SB 398 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Daley, Sen.(s) Victory, Lauwers, Polehanki, and Brinks.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 398. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Victory to report SB 399 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Daley, Sen.(s) Victory, Lauwers, Polehanki, and Brinks.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 399. 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 8:42 a.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: June 10, 2021
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MEMBERS:
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL, VICE CHAIR
SEN. TOM BARRETT
SEN. RUTH JOHNSON
SEN. JIM RUNESTAD
SEN. STEPHANIE CHANG, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JEFF IRWIN
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY AND PUBLIC
SAFETY
SENATOR ROGER VICTORY
CHAIR
4100 BINSFELD BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-6920
FAX: (517) 373-2751
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 13, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety was scheduled for Thursday, May 13, 2021,
at 9:05 a.m., in Room 403 of the Capitol Building.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follow:
1. Reported SB 408 (Sen. Victory) with recommendation and immediate effect.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chair called the meeting to order at 9:06 a.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Victory, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, and Chang, a
quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to adopt the meeting minutes from April 29, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair brought up SB 408 and summarized the bill.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 408:
Tom Boyd, State Court Administrative Office – No position
Hon. Virgil Smith, Sr., Wayne County Circuit Court – Support
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB 408:
Randy Oram, International Outdoor – Support
Bill Flory, Michigan Association for Justice – Opposition
The Chair recessed the committee at 9:26 a.m.
The Chair reconvened the meeting at 9:27 a.m.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Runestad to report SB 408 to the floor with recommendation that the
bill pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Victory, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, and Runestad
Nays: None
Pass: Sen.(s) Chang
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 408. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair moved to excuse absent members. Without objection, Sen. Irwin was excused.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:28 a.m.
Date adopted by committee: 05/27/2021
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MEMBERS:
SEN. JOHN BIZON, M.D., MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. RUTH A. JOHNSON
SEN. KIMBERLY A. LASATA
SEN. MICHAEL D. MACDONALD
SEN. LANA THEIS
SEN. WINNIE BRINKS, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. CURTIS HERTEL, JR.
SEN. SYLVIA SANTANA
SEN. PAUL WOJNO
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY AND
HUMAN SERVICES
SENATOR CURTIS S. VANDERWALL
CHAIR
4500 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1725
FAX: (517) 373-0741
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 13, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Health Policy and Human Services was scheduled for Thursday, May
13, 2021, at 1:00 p.m., in the Senate Hearing Room of the Boji Tower.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 4043 (Rep. Whiteford) with recommendation.
2. Reported HB 4044 (Rep. Whiteford) with recommendation.
3. Reported SB 246 (S-1) (Sen. VanderWall) with recommendation.
4. Reported SB 435 (Sen. MacDonald) with recommendation.
5. Testimony regarding SB 401 (Sen. McBroom)
6. Testimony regarding SB 402 (Sen. McBroom).
7. Testimony regarding SB 440 (Sen. Brinks).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:01 p.m.. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis,
Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to adopt the meeting minutes from April 29, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to report HB 4043 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana,
and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to report HB 4044 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.
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The Chair offered, and summarized, an (S-1) version of SB 246.
The Chair invited Sen. MacDonald to summarize SB 435.
The Chair called for the committee to go at east at 1:06 p.m.
The Chair called the committee back to order at 1:07 p.m.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 246:
Christine Shearer, Michigan Association of Health Plans – Support
Judy Didion, Michigan Association of Colleges of Nursing – Support
Frank Waters, Michigan Primary Care Association – Support
Dave Worthams, Michigan Manufacturers Association – Neutral
Adam Carlson, Michigan Health and Hospital Association – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 435:
Bret Jackson, The Economic Alliance for Michigan – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 246. 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. Bizon to report the (S-1) version of SB 246 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana,
and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report SB 435 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 invited Sen. McBroom to summarize SB 401 and SB 402.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 401 and SB 402:
Carlos Gutierrez, Consumer Healthcare Products Association – No Position
Karen Jonas, Michigan Association of Health Plans – Oppose
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 401 and
SB 402:
Bret Jackson, The Economic Alliance for Michigan – Support
The Chair invited Sen. Brinks to summarize SB 440.
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The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 440:
Chad Bassett and Anderson Peck, BAMF Health – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 440:
Bret Jackson, The Economic Alliance for Michigan – Oppose
Adam Carlson, Michigan Health and Hospital Association – Oppose
Kristen Kraft, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan – Oppose
Dave Worthams, Michigan Manufacturers Association – Oppose
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:50 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: May 20, 2021
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MEMBERS:
SEN. LANA THEIS, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JOHN BIZON, M.D.
SEN. JEFF IRWIN, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT
SENATOR ED MCBROOM
CHAIR
7200 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7840
FAX: (517) 373-3932
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 13, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Oversight was scheduled for Thursday, May 13, 2021, at 9:30 a.m., in
the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Issuance of Letter of Subpoena to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 9:32 a.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Theis and Bizon, a quorum was present.
Chair McBroom invited the committee to recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
Chair McBroom entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to adopt the meeting minutes from May 11, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection,
Sen. Irwin was excused from the meeting.
The Chair gave opening comments and outlined the meeting agenda.
The Chair invited Emily Schwarzkopf, Director of Legislative, Appropriations, and Constituent Services,
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to address the committee via Zoom regarding the
Committees request for documents and the subpoena. Member questions and discussion followed.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to vote to issue, and have served, a subpoena to the Michigan
Department of Health and Human Services related to COVID-19 policies and information, including policies
and information involving long-term, congregate care facilities. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Theis and Bizon
Nays: None
The motion prevailed.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair McBroom entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to
adjourn the committee at 9:46 a.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.
Date Adopted by the Committee: 05/18/2021


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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
May 13, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure was scheduled for Thursday, May 13,
2021, at 11:00 a.m., in the Senate Hearing Room of the Boji Tower.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 429 (Sen. Ananich).
2. Testimony regarding SB 430 (Sen. Ananich).
3. Testimony regarding SB 431 (Sen. Ananich).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 11:17 a.m.. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) LaSata, McBroom, Victory, Outman, Lauwers, Geiss,
and Bullock, a quorum was present.
The Chair made a motion to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Sen. Hollier was
excused from the meeting.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to adopt the meeting minutes from April 21, 2021. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited Sen. Ananich to summarize SB 429, SB 430, and SB 431.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 429, SB 430 and SB 431:
Judy Allen, Michigan Townships Association – Oppose
Rich Studley, Michigan Chamber – Support
Sen. Kevin Daley – Oppose
Travis Boeskool, James Clift, and Adam Wygant, Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and
Energy – No Position
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 429 and SB 431:
Christopher Bzdok, Metamora Preservation Advocacy Fund – Oppose
Due to time constraints, the following individuals were unable to present testimony regarding SB 429, SB 430,
and SB 431:
Alan Cropsey, Citizen – Oppose
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Tim Hunnicutt, Citizen – Oppose
Lee Graham, Operating Engineers 324 – Support
Gordon Smith, Citizen – Oppose
Doug Needham, Michigan Aggregates Association – Support
Mark Frank, Citizen – Oppose
Sean Hammond, Michigan Environmental Council – Oppose
Jennifer Rigterink, Michigan Municipal League – Oppose
Nick Occhipinti, Michigan League of Conservation Voters – Oppose
Robert DePalma, Groveland Township – Oppose
Barbara Schmid, Sharon Township – Oppose
Bill Richardson, Extraction Committee Chair for Waterloo Township – No Position
Nick Leach, Negaunee Township – No Position
Horst Schmidt, Citizen – Oppose
Due to time constraints, the following individuals were unable to present testimony regarding SB 429 and SB
431:
Scott Benscoter, Metamora Township – Oppose
The following cards were turned in of individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 429,
SB 430, and SB 431:
Curtis Holt, City of Wyoming – Oppose
Mayor Bryan Barnett, City of Rochester Hills – Oppose
Supervisor Chris Barnett, Orion Township – Oppose
Victor Dzenowagis, Metamora Land Preservation – Oppose
Jocelyn Scofield, Citizen – Oppose
Julie Scofield, Metamora Land Preservation – Oppose
Michele Joliat, Citizen – Oppose
Mike Compagnoni, Michigan Section of the American Waterworks Association – Oppose
Mike Compagnoni, Michigan Water Environment Association – Oppose
Andrea Brown, Michigan Association of Planning – Oppose
Hallie Fox, Michigan League of Conservation Voters – Oppose
Dan DeGraaf, Michigan Concrete Association – Support
Jonathan Burd, Michigan Laborers Union – Support
Caroline Liethen, Michigan Manufacturers Association – Support
Lance Binoniemi, Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation Association – Support
William Miller, Operating Engineers 324 – Support
Doug Moore, Fisher Companies – Support
Rob Wilson, Mid-Michigan Materials – Support
Bob Adcock, Angelo Iafrate Construction – Support
Jim Lester, Lester Brothers Excavating and Trucking – Support
Greg Lemke, Citizen – Support
Thomas Downs, Recycled Aggregates – Support
Bob Nobbs, NBSX LLC – Support
Mike Balkema, Balkema Excavating – Support
Philip Hecht, Twin Springs Aggregate – Support
Bill Lester, Lester Brothers Excavating and Trucking – Support
Bill Lester, Jr., Lester Brothers Excavating and Trucking – Support
Jessica Routley, AZO Services Management Inc. – Support
Mark Schlegel, Carl Schlegel Inc. – Support
Nicole Platt, Edw. C. Levy Co. – Support
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Jimmy Lester, Lester Brothers Excavating and Trucking – Support
Andrew Rose, HiPoint Aggregate Equipment – Support
Donald Marsh, American Aggregates of Michigan Inc. – Support
Amy Moyle, Great Lakes Mineral Works LLC – Support
Dan Balkema, Aggregate Resources – Support
Richard Gillespie, Gillespie Enterprises Inc. – Support
Cody Lester, Lester Brother Excavating and Trucking – Support
Mark Larsen, Specification Stone Products – Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:31 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: May 26, 2021
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MEMBERS:
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. DAN LAUWERS
SEN. WAYNE A. SCHMIDT
SEN. KIMBERLY A. LASATA
SEN. MICHAEL D. MACDONALD
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
S-132 CAPITOL BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1760
FAX: (517) 373-3487
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 13, 2021
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Economic and Small Business Development was scheduled for
Thursday, May 13, 2021, at 12:00 noon, in the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Presentation from the Housing Michigan Executive Committee.
2. Presentation from Michigan Small Business Development Center.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:03 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Lauwers, Schmidt, LaSata, MacDonald,
McMorrow, Geiss and Moss, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the meeting minutes from March 18, 2021.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals from the Housing Michigan Executive Committee for a
presentation:
Dawn Crandall, Home Builders Association of Michigan
Joshua Lunger, Grand Rapids Chamber
Kent Wood, Borealis Strategic
Jennifer Rigterink, Michigan Municipal League
Yarrow Brown, Housing North
The Chair invited the following individuals to present from the Small Business Development Center on the
Center's pandemic response:
J.D. Collins, Executive Director, Michigan SBDC
Joshua Billington, Managing Director, Michigan SBDC Pandemic Response
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There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:46 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: May 20, 2021
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON COMMERCE AND TOURISM
REP. STEVE MARINO
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, May 18, 2021
9:00 AM
Room 327, House Office Building
The House Committee on Commerce and Tourism was called to order by Chair Marino.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Marino, Roth, Farrington, Wakeman, Wendzel, Martin, Cambensy, Cherry,
Manoogian, Whitsett, Liberati.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Roth moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 11, 2021. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4722 before the committee:
HB 4722
(Rep. Lightner)
A bill to amend 2006 PA 110, entitled "Michigan
zoning enabling act," (MCL 125.3101 to
125.3702) by adding section 206b.
Representative Lightner, testified in support of HB 4722.
David Pierson and Brian Westrin, representing the Michigan Realtors, testified in support of
HB 4722.
Jason Milovich and Heather Gradowski, representing Bluefish Vacation Rentals and
Pineapple Vacations, testified in support of HB 4722.
John McArdle, representing the Greater Metropolitan Association of Realtors, testified in
support of HB 4722.
Jarrett Skorup, representing the Mackinac Center, testified in support of HB 4722.
Jen Rigterink, representing the Michigan Municipal League, testified in opposition to HB
4722.
Melanie Piana, Mayor of Ferndale, testified in opposition to HB 4722.
Robert Monetza, Mayor of Grand Haven, testified in opposition to HB 4722.
Pat McGinnis, Grand Haven City Manager, testified in opposition to HB 4722.
Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association, testified in opposition to HB
4722.
Gordon Gallagher, representing Spring Lake Township, testified in opposition to HB 4722.
Ellen Pearn and Anne McLaughlin, testified in opposition to HB 4722.
Suzanne Schulz, representing Progressive Architecture and Engineering, testified in
opposition to HB 4722.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4722, but did not wish to speak:
Nathan Rotman, representing Airbnb.
Clay Powell, representing the Rental Property Owners Association of Michigan.
John Natsis, representing Beachtown Vacation Rentals.
Dan Papineau, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
Robert Buelow.
Debbie Tyrell.
Dan Skoczylas.
Jessica Smart.
Michael Davis.
Nick Holevas.
Debra Tiernan.
Marvin Haveman.
Cary and Lisa Claver.
Paul Hresko.
Julie Ritchie.
Gerald Webb.
Teri Carone.
Tom and Mary Lynn.
Nancy Bragg.
John and Sue Leishman.
Walter Draeger.
Chris Yonker.
Sam and Annemarie Wigton.
Melissa Piorkowski.
Garrett Bruinius.
Linda Lawless.
Shannon Adcock.
Cari Kuehl.
Roberta Born.
Dona Nicksic.
Mary Schmidt.
Eric Fudala.
Karen Vaickus.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4722, but did not wish to speak:
James Ritsema, Kalamazoo City Manager.
Richard Huff, City of Niles Administrator.
Thad Beard, Rockford City Manager.
Eric Waara, Houghton City Manager.
Wendy Jean-Buhrer, Grand Blanc City Manager.
Mike Dora, Grand Haven City Manager.
John Hodgson, St. Joseph City Manager.
Derek Dobies, Mayor of Jackson.
Stephanie Johnson, representing Canton Township.
Gordon Gallagher, Spring Lake Township Manager.
Joy Gaasch, representing the Grand Haven, Spring Lake, and Ferrsyburg Chamber of
Commerce.
Joe LaRussa, Mayor Pro-Tem of Farmington.
Fred Sheridan.
Barbara Caldwell.
Mary Eagin.
Barbara and Karl Rowe.
Eileen Paull.
Bob Homan.
Tom and Cheri Crum.
Ann Blais.
Deborah Gang.
Jane Ewing.
Nancy and Sean O'Neill.
Bari Johnson.
Ellen delaRosa-Pearn.
Mary Robertson.
Jodie Adams.
John Ison.
Dennis Hennen.
Karen and Hikmet Sipahi.
Susan Rutledge.
Peter Wills.
Suzanne Schulz.
Alexander McKay.
Larry McLaughlin.
Daniel Stern.
David and Karen Kittredge.
Julie Johnston-Planner.
Rich and Karen Chappell.
Len Bokuniewicz.
Stephanie Carroll.
Donald Nettleton.
John Martin.
Joe Hefele, City Manager of Rogers City.
Amy Tweeten, City Planner of Petoskey.
Paul Jordan, representing the Cobmoosa Shores Association.
Susan Streur.
Rosalynn Bliss, Mayor of Grand Rapids.
Lois Schwartz.
Cindy Osman, representing the City of Saugatuck.
Laura Haynes, representing the Conference of Western Wayne.
Chris Barnett, Supervisor of Orion Township.
Bryan Barnett, Mayor of Rochester Hills.
Lauri Read, representing the City of Grosse Pointe Park.
Greg Janik, Fire Chief of Saugatuck Township.
Amy Tweeten, representing the City of Petoskey.
Robert and Susan Jones.
John Hunphrey, Mayor of New Buffalo.
Dale Kerbyson, City Manager of Lapeer.
Bill Jackson, representing the City of Grand Rapids.
John McNamara, representing the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association.
Stephanie Johnson, representing the Michigan Association of Fire Chiefs.
Keith Van Beek, City Manager of Holland.
Mark Cleveland, Fire Chief of Egleston Township.
Natalie Forte, Mayor of Lake Angelus.
There being no further business before the committee, Representative Wakeman moved to
adjourn the Committee. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous
consent. The Chair adjourned the meeting at 11:10 AM.
Representative Steve Marino, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON ELECTIONS AND ETHICS
REP. ANN BOLLIN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, May 18, 2021
12:00 PM
Room 326, House Office Building
The House Committee on Elections and Ethics was called to order by Chair Bollin.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Whitsett moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 4, 2021. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative Wendzel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 11, 2021. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4690 and HB 4691 before the committee:
HB 4690
(Rep. Kahle)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 472, entitled "An act to
regulate political activity; to regulate lobbyists,
lobbyist agents, and lobbying activities; to require
registration of lobbyists and lobbyist agents; to
require the filing of reports; to prescribe the
powers and duties of the department of state; to
prescribe penalties; and to repeal certain acts and
parts of acts," by amending section 5 (MCL
4.415), as amended by 1986 PA 83.
HB 4691
(Rep. Sabo)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 472, entitled "An act to
regulate political activity; to regulate lobbyists,
lobbyist agents, and lobbying activities; to require
registration of lobbyists and lobbyist agents; to
require the filing of reports; to prescribe the
powers and duties of the department of state; to
prescribe penalties; and to repeal certain acts and
parts of acts," (MCL 4.411 to 4.431) by adding
section 7a.
Representative Koleszar moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4690. The motion prevailed
7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Calley moved to report out HB 4690 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
1). The motion prevailed 7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Filler moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4691. The motion prevailed 7-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Steven Johnson moved to report out HB 4691 with recommendation, as
substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Adam Reames, representing the Michigan Department of State, submitted a card in support
of the bills, but did not wish to speak.
The Chair laid HJRD before the committee:
HJRD
(Rep. Lasinski)
A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the
state constitution of 1963, by amending sections
16 and 27 of article IV, to allow for the suspension
of salaries and expense allowances for legislators,
and to modify certain effective date and
immediate effect provisions.
Representative Koleszar moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HJRD. The motion prevailed 7-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Whitsett moved to report out HJRD with recommendation, as substitute (H-
1). The motion prevailed 7-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HCR 5 before the committee:
HCR 5
(Rep. Damoose)
A concurrent resolution to reaffirm states' rights
under the United States Constitution to establish
election laws.
Patrice Johnson, representing Pure Integrity for Michigan Elections, submitted a card in
support of the House Concurrent Resolution.
Representative Steven Johnson moved to report out HCR 5 with recommendation. The
motion prevailed 5-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler.
Nays: Reps. Koleszar, Whitsett.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4837, HB 4838, HB 4839 and HB 4840 before the committee:
HB 4837
(Rep. Lightner)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," by amending sections 509o and
509r (MCL 168.509o and 168.509r), section 509o
as amended by 2018 PA 126 and section 509r as
amended by 2018 PA 125.
HB 4838
(Rep. Green)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," by amending sections 668b and 795
(MCL 168.668b and 168.795), section 668b as
added by 2018 PA 614 and section 795 as
amended by 2018 PA 127.
HB 4839
(Rep. Paquette)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," by amending section 759 (MCL
168.759), as amended by 2020 PA 302.
HB 4840
(Rep. Borton)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," by amending sections 811 and 847
(MCL 168.811 and 168.847), section 811 as
amended by 2018 PA 603 and section 847 as
amended by 2012 PA 271.
Representative Lightner testified in support of her legislation. Questions and discussion
followed.
Adam Reames, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified with concerns on HB
4837. Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Green testified in support of his legislation. Questions and discussion
followed.
Adam Reames, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified with concerns on HB
4838. Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Paquette testified in support of his legislation.
Adam Reames, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified with concerns on HB
4839. Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Borton testified in support of his legislation. Questions and discussion
followed.
Adam Reames, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified with concerns on HB
4840. Questions and discussion followed.
Jennifer Koziak, representing the Oakland County Republican Party Executive Committee,
testified on HB 4838.
Dale Campbell, representing herself, testified in support of HB 4838.
Dr. Linda Lee Tarver, representing herself as an election integrity expert, testified in
opposition to HB 4837, 4838, and 4839.
Patrice Johnson, and Rebecca Beheudo, both representing Pure Integrity for Michigan
Elections, testified in support of HB 4837 and HB 4838.
Pam Smith, representing the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks, testified on the bills.
Kristin Reeves, representing herself, testified on the bills. Question and discussion followed.
Robert Brines, testified in support of HB 4838.
Articia Bomer, representing Freezing Fraud from Future Elections, testified in support of the
bills.
Adam de Angeli, representing Rescue Michigan Coalition, testified in support of the bills.
Mark Brocious, representing himself, testified in support of the bills.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4838, but due to the time constraints
were unable to speak:
William Lethemon, Jr..
Andrew Ditchfield.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4837, HB 4838, HB 4839 and HB
4840, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak:
Dawn Barnhouse.
Carol Braymer.
Sara Main.
Pam Dawson.
Mark Perry.
Ann Tingay.
Martin Szelag.
Marilyn Dear.
Carol Brown.
Kathy Koehler.
Paul Kehoe.
Kim Harris.
Charles Schott.
Jeanette Wareham.
Martha Blondke Gottschall.
Dr. Tamara Mitchell.
Sarah Luce, representing herself, submitted a card on HB 4838, 4839, 4840, but did not wish
to speak.
Robert Brines, representing the 11th CDRC, submitted a card in support of HB 4837, 4839,
and 4840, but did not wish to speak.
Willaim Lethemon, Jr., representing the 11th CDRC, submitted a card in support of HB 4837,
4839, and 4840, but did not wish to speak.
Andrew Ditchfield, representing himself, submitted a card in support of HB 4837, 4839, and
4840, but did not wish to speak.
Susan Helke, representing the 11th CDRC, submitted a card in support of the bills, but did
not wish to speak.
Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Association of County Clerks, submitted a card in
support of HB 4837, in opposition to HB 4840, and with a neutral position on HB 4838 and
HB 4839, but did not wish to speak.
Nicholas Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters, submitted a
card on HB 4837.
Merissa Kovach, representing the ACLU of Michigan, submitted a card in opposition to HB
4837 and in support of 4839, but did not wish to speak.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Ann Bollin adjourned the
meeting at 1:23 PM.
Representative Ann Bollin, Chair
Angie Lake
Acting Committee Clerk
alake@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON FAMILIES, CHILDREN, AND SENIORS
REP. RODNEY WAKEMAN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, May 18, 2021
12:00 p.m.
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Committee on Families, Children, and Seniors was called to order by the Chair.
The Chair requested attendance be called. The Clerk called the attendance and announced a
quorum was present.
Present: Reps. Wakeman, Wozniak, Marino, Rendon, Tisdel, Pohutsky, Camilleri, Brenda
Carter.
Absent: Rep. Aiyash.
Excused: Rep. Aiyash.
Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 11, 2021. There
being no objections, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4640 before the committee:
HB 4640
(Rep. Glenn)
A bill to amend 1982 PA 250, entitled "Child
abuse and neglect prevention act," by amending
section 2 (MCL 722.602), as amended by 2018 PA
60.
The following individuals submitted a card in opposition to HB 4640, but did not wish to
speak:
Shari Crozier;
Ronald Rappley; and
John Tuinstra, representing the Citizens for Parental Rights.
Representative Tisdel moved to report out HB 4640 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 7-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Wakeman, Wozniak, Marino, Rendon, Tisdel, Pohutsky, Camilleri.
Nays: Rep. Brenda Carter.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4644 before the committee:
HB 4644
(Rep. Wakeman)
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax
act of 1967," by amending section 8 (MCL 206.8),
as amended by 2018 PA 38.
Representative Marino moved to report out HB 4644 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
1). The motion prevailed 5-3-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Wakeman, Wozniak, Marino, Rendon, Tisdel.
Nays: Reps. Pohutsky, Camilleri, Brenda Carter.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid before the committee a presentation on Alzheimer's disease.
Colin Ford, Public Policy Director for the Michigan Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association,
and Doug Hammond, a resident of Birch Run, explained the challenges of living with
dementia or living with someone who has dementia. Questions followed. A written copy of
their comments is attached.
The Chair laid before the committee a presentation on the state's elder law.
Christine Caswell, Catherine Jacobs, and Kelly Quardokus, elder law attorneys representing
the Elder Law and Disability Rights Section of the State Bar of Michigan, briefed the
committee on various issues pertaining to Michigan's laws related to senior citizens.
Representative Pohutsky moved to excuse Representative Aiyash from the meeting. There
being no objections, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee; Representative Rendon moved that the
committee adjourn. There being no objections, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 12:52 p.m.
Representative Rodney Wakeman, Chair
Joy Brewer
Committee Clerk
joybrewer@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
REP. GRAHAM FILLER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, May 18, 2021
9:00 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Committee on Judiciary was called to order by Chair Filler.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Berman joined the committee remotely.
Representative Mueller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 11, 2021. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4240 and HB 4241 before the committee:
HB 4240
(Rep. Yaroch)
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised
judicature act of 1961," by amending section 4708
(MCL 600.4708), as amended by 2014 PA 333.
HB 4241
(Rep. Wozniak)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan
vehicle code," by amending section 625n (MCL
257.625n), as amended by 2010 PA 155.
Representative Wozniak and Representative Yaroch, testified together in support of HB 4240
and HB 4241. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4240 and HB 4241, but
did not wish to speak:
Sgt. Nicole McGhee, representing the Michigan State Police.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4240 and HB 4241, but did not wish
to speak:
Brandon Lanyon, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan.
The Chair laid HB 4562 and HB 4563 before the committee:
HB 4562
(Rep. Lightner)
A bill to amend 1953 PA 232, entitled
"Corrections code of 1953," by amending section
33e (MCL 791.233e), as amended by 2018 PA
339.
HB 4563
(Rep. Witwer)
A bill to amend 1953 PA 232, entitled
"Corrections code of 1953," by amending section
46 (MCL 791.246), as added by 1982 PA 314.
Representative Witwer and Brandon Lanyon, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys
Association of Michigan, testified together in support of HB 4562 and HB 4563. Questions
and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4562 and HB 4563, but
did not wish to speak:
Kimberly Buddin, representing the ACLU of Michigan.
Noah Smith, representing the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan.
John Cooper, representing Safe and Just Michigan.
The following people submitted a card with no position on HB 4562, but did not wish to
speak:
Jess Averill-Hammond, representing the Michigan Domestic and Sexual Violence
Prevention and Treatment Board.
Representative Mueller moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4562. The motion prevailed
12-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Wozniak, Clements,
LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Mueller moved to report out HB 4562 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
3). The motion prevailed 12-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Wozniak, Clements,
LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Mueller moved to report out HB 4563 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 12-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Wozniak, Clements,
LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4719 before the committee:
HB 4719
(Rep. Bezotte)
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The
Michigan penal code," by amending section 316
(MCL 750.316), as amended by 2014 PA 158.
Representative Bezotte; Dan Pfannes, from the Wayne County Sheriff's Office, representing
the Michigan Sheriffs' Association; and Sheriff Mike Murphy, from Livingston County,
representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association, testified in support of HB 4719. Questions
and discussion followed.
Kyle Kaminski, representing the Michigan Department of Corrections, testified in opposition
to HB 4719. Questions and discussion followed.
Dan Pfannes, from the Wayne County Sheriff's Office, representing the Michigan Sheriffs'
Association, returned for further questions and discussion.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4719, but did not wish to speak:
Sheriff Wriggelsworth, representing Ingham County.
Matt Saxton, Executive Director, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association.
Sheriff Fuller, representing Kalamazoo County.
The Chair laid HB 4724 before the committee:
HB 4724
(Rep. Filler)
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The
Michigan penal code," by amending section 539c
(MCL 750.539c).
Chairman Filler, testified in support of HB 4724.
Brad Ward, representing the Michigan Realtors, testified in support of HB 4724. Questions
and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4724, but did not wish to speak:
Brandon Lanyon, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Filler adjourned the meeting at
9:53 AM.
Representative Graham Filler, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


location: Room 521, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON MILITARY, VETERANS AND HOMELAND SECURITY
REP. BEAU MATTHEW LAFAVE
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, May 18, 2021
12:00 PM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Committee on Military, Veterans and Homeland Security was called to order by
Chair LaFave.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Jones, Coleman, Rogers,
Steenland.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Jones moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 11, 2021. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4624, HB 4625 and HB 4626 before the committee:
HB 4624
(Rep. LaFave)
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The
general property tax act," by amending section 7b
(MCL 211.7b), as amended by 2013 PA 161.
HB 4625
(Rep. Yaroch)
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The
general property tax act," by amending section 7b
(MCL 211.7b), as amended by 2013 PA 161.
HB 4626
(Rep. Coleman)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending section 2154 (MCL 324.2154), as
amended by 2018 PA 239.
Aaron Keel and David Buick, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified in
opposition to HB 4624, HB 4625 and HB 4626. Questions and discussion followed.
At 12:07 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 12:08 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Fred Schaible, representing the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs,
testified in opposition to HB 4624, HB 4625 and HB 4626. Questions and discussion
followed.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4624 and HB 4625, but did not wish
to speak:
Dan Jarvis, representing the Michigan Family Forum.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4624, HB 4625 and HB 4626, but
did not wish to speak:
Chris Hackbarth, representing the Michigan Municipal League.
Mayor Bryan Barnett, representing Rochester Hills.
Chris Barnett, representing Orion Township.
Jack Devine, representing the Vietnam Veterans of America-Michigan State Council.
Representative Bezotte moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4624. The motion prevailed 9-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Jones, Coleman, Rogers, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Bezotte moved to report out HB 4624 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Jones, Coleman, Rogers, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
At 12:17 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 12:18 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Representative Jones moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4625. The motion prevailed 9-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Jones, Coleman, Rogers, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Jones moved to report out HB 4625 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Jones, Coleman, Rogers, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Coleman moved to report out HB 4626 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Jones, Coleman, Rogers, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4380 before the committee:
HB 4380
(Rep. Steenland)
A bill to create certain funds; to create a Michigan
military and veteran services support fund board
and prescribe its powers and duties; and to provide
for the powers and duties of certain state
governmental officers and entities.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4380, but did not wish to speak:
Jack Devine, representing the Vietnam Veterans of America, Michigan State Council.
Representative Steenland moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4380. The motion prevailed
9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Jones, Coleman, Rogers, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Steenland moved to report out HB 4380 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-1). The motion prevailed 8-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Jones, Coleman, Rogers, Steenland.
Nays: Rep. Beeler.
Pass: None.
At 12:21 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 12:22 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair laid HB 4003 before the committee:
HB 4003
(Rep. Hall)
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The
Michigan penal code," by amending section 227
(MCL 750.227), as amended by 1986 PA 8.
Representative Hall introduced the bill. Questions and discussion followed.
Tom Lambert, representing the Michigan Open Carry, testified in support of HB 4003.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Beau LaFave adjourned the
meeting at 12:39 PM.
Representative Beau LaFave, Chair
Matt Carnagie
Committee Clerk
mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY REFORM
REP. ROGER HAUCK
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, May 18,
2021
10:30
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Committee on Regulatory Reform was called to order by Chair Hauck.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Jones, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland.
Absent: Rep. Garza.
Excused: Rep. Garza.
Representative Bellino moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 11, 2021. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4780, HB 4781, HB 4782 and HB 4783 before the committee:
HB 4780
(Rep. Mueller)
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 4781
(Rep. Fink)
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 4782
(Rep. Sneller)
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code
of criminal procedure," by amending section 14h
of chapter XVII (MCL 777.14h), as amended by
2019 PA 49.
HB 4783
(Rep. Tyrone Carter)
A bill to amend 1976 IL 1, entitled "A petition to
initiate legislation to provide for the use of
returnable containers for soft drinks, soda water,
carbonated natural or mineral water, other
nonalcoholic carbonated drink, and for beer, ale,
or other malt drink of whatever alcoholic content,
and for certain other beverage containers; to
provide for the use of unredeemed bottle deposits;
to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state
agencies and officials; and to prescribe penalties
and provide remedies," by amending section 4
(MCL 445.574), as amended by 1998 PA 473.
Representative Mueller, and Derick Bajema, representing the Michigan Soft Drink
Association, testified in support of HB 4780, HB 4781, HB 4782 and HB 4783. Questions
and discussion followed.
Sgt. Chris Gerard, representing the Michigan State Police, testified in support of HB 4780,
HB 4781, HB 4782 and HB 4783.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4780, HB 4781, HB 4782 and HB
4783, but did not wish to speak:
Nick Occhiponti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
Caroline Liethen, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association.
Bill Black, representing the Michigan Teamsters.
Sean Hammond, representing the Michigan Environmental Council.
Mike Alaimo, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
The Chair laid HB 4517 before the committee:
HB 4517
(Rep. Rabhi)
A bill to amend 2018 IL 1, entitled "Michigan
Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act," by
amending section 3 (MCL 333.27953), as
amended by 2020 PA 208.
Substitute (H-2) to HB 4517 was adopted at the May 4, 2021 committee meeting.
Representative Outman moved to adopt substitute (H-4) to HB 4517. The motion prevailed
13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hertel moved to report out HB 4517 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
4). The motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4517, but did not wish to speak:
Brady Diller, representing the U.S. Hemp Roundtable.
Kevin McKinney, representing the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association.
The Chair laid HB 4740, HB 4741, HB 4742, HB 4743, HB 4744, HB 4745 and HB 4746
before the committee:
HB 4740
(Rep. Outman)
A bill to amend 2016 PA 281, entitled "Medical
marihuana facilities licensing act," by amending
section 102 (MCL 333.27102), as amended by
2020 PA 207.
HB 4741
(Rep. Clements)
A bill to amend 2020 PA 220, entitled "Industrial
hemp growers act," by amending section 103
(MCL 333.29103), as amended by 2021 PA 4.
HB 4742
(Rep. Yancey)
A bill to amend 2016 PA 282, entitled "Marihuana
tracking act," by amending section 2 (MCL
333.27902), as amended by 2018 PA 439.
HB 4743
(Rep. Calley)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," by amending section 7106 (MCL
333.7106), as amended by 2018 PA 642.
HB 4744
(Rep. Steenland)
A bill to amend 2014 PA 547, entitled "Industrial
hemp research and development act," by
amending section 2 (MCL 286.842), as amended
by 2018 PA 641.
HB 4745
(Rep. Lilly)
A bill to amend 2008 IL 1, entitled "Michigan
Medical Marihuana Act," by amending section 3
(MCL 333.26423), as amended by 2016 PA 283.
HB 4746
(Rep. Hauck)
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan
liquor control code of 1998," by amending section
914b (MCL 436.1914b), as added by 2018 PA
346.
Representative Damoose moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4740. The motion prevailed
13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hall moved to report out HB 4740 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Yancey moved to report out HB 4741 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Jones, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wendzel moved to report out HB 4742 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Jones, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Jones moved to report out HB 4743 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Jones, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Clements moved to report out HB 4744 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Jones, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Steenland moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4745. The motion prevailed
14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Jones, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Mueller moved to report out HB 4745 with recommendation, as substitute (H-
1). The motion prevailed 14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Jones, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hoitenga moved to report out HB 4746 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Jones, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4207 before the committee:
HB 4207
(Rep. Roth)
A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled
"Occupational code," by amending section 1108
(MCL 339.1108), as amended by 2014 PA 136.
Representative Damoose moved to report out HB 4207 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 13-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Jones, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. Yancey.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4207, but did not wish to speak:
Rodrick Samuels, representing the Professional Beauty Association.
Diana Prichard, representing the Americans for Prosperity.
The Chair laid SB 60 before the committee:
SB 60
(Sen. Victory)
A bill to amend 2016 PA 407, entitled "Skilled
trades regulation act," by amending section 807
(MCL 339.5807).
Representative Bellino moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 60. The motion prevailed 14-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Jones, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hall moved to report out SB 60 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).
The motion prevailed 14-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose,
Outman, Hertel, Jones, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following person submitted a card in support of SB 60, but did not wish to speak:
Diana Prichard, representing the Americans for Prosperity.
Representative Hertel moved to excuse Representative Garza from the meeting. There being
no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hauck adjourned the meeting at
11:07 AM.
Representative Roger Hauck, Chair
Molly Wingrove
Committee Clerk
mwingrove@house.mi.gov