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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
September 9, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure was scheduled for Wednesday,
September 9, 2020, at 12:00 noon, in the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room of the Capitol Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 5194 (Rep. Markkanen) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported HB 4395 (Rep. Wittenberg) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Reported HB 4396 (Rep. Wittenberg) with recommendation and immediate effect.
4. Reported HB 5267 (Rep. Berman) with recommendation and immediate effect.
5. Reported HB 5334 (Rep. Hauck) with recommendation and immediate effect.
6. Reported HB 4475 (Rep. Elder) with recommendation and immediate effect.
7. Testimony regarding HB 4476 (Rep. Eisen).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:00 noon. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) LaSata, McBroom, Victory, Outman, Lauwers, Geiss,
Bullock, and Hollier, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Victory to adopt the meeting minutes from June 24, 2020. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited Rep. Markkanen to summarize HB 5194.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 5194:
Kurt Berryman, Auto Dealers of Michigan, LLC – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 5194:
Matt Levin, Michigan Department of State – Support
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The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to report HB 5194 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) LaSata, McBroom, Victory, Outman, Lauwers, Geiss, Bullock, and Hollier
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 5194. Without objection, immediate effect
was recommended.
The Chair invited Rep. Wittenberg to summarize HB 4395 and HB 4396.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4395
and HB 4396:
Sergeant Nicole McGhee, Michigan State Police – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4396:
Ed Noyola, County Road Association – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to report HB 4395 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) LaSata, McBroom, Victory, Outman, Lauwers, Geiss, Bullock, and Hollier
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4395. Without objection, immediate effect
was recommended.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to report HB 4396 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) LaSata, McBroom, Victory, Outman, Lauwers, Geiss, Bullock, and Hollier
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4396. Without objection, immediate effect
was recommended.
The Chair invited Rep. Berman to summarize HB 5267.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 5267:
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Troy Hagon, Michigan Department of Transportation – Neutral
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Hollier to report HB 5267 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) LaSata, McBroom, Victory, Outman, Lauwers, Geiss, Bullock, and Hollier
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 5267. Without objection, immediate effect
was recommended.
The Chair invited Rep. Hauck to summarize HB 5334.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 5334:
Troy Hagon, Michigan Department of Transportation – Neutral
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Outman to report HB 5334 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) LaSata, McBroom, Victory, Outman, Lauwers, Geiss, Bullock, and Hollier
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 5334. Without objection, immediate effect
was recommended.
The Chair invited Erin Zettle, of Rep. Elder's office, to summarize HB 4475.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4475:
Troy Hagon, Michigan Department of Transportation – Neutral
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to report HB 4475 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) LaSata, McBroom, Victory, Outman, Lauwers, Geiss, Bullock, and Hollier
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4475. Without objection, immediate effect
was recommended.
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The Chair invited Sen. Lauwers to summarize HB 4476.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4476:
Ed Noyola, County Road Association – Support
Monica Ackerson, Michigan Road Preservation Association – Oppose
The Chair invited Rep. Eisen to further summarize HB 4476.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4476:
Dennis Kolar, Road Commission for Oakland County – Support
Tim Greimel, AFSCME Council 25 – Support
Troy Hagon, Michigan Department of Transportation – Neutral
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:58 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: September 22, 2020
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location: the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room

meeting_state: held

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MEMBERS:
SEN. TOM BARRETT, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JIM RUNESTAD
SEN. RUTH A. JOHNSON
SEN. DALE W. ZORN
SEN. MARSHALL BULLOCK, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. BETTY JEAN ALEXANDER
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON FAMILIES, SENIORS,
AND VETERANS
SENATOR JOHN BIZON, M.D.
CHAIR
3400 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-2426
FAX: (517) 373-2964
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
September 9, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Families, Seniors, and Veterans was scheduled for Wednesday,
September 9, 2020, at 3:00 p.m., in the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 1090 (Sen. Bizon) and SB 1091 (Sen. Bizon).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 3:04 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Bizon, Sen.(s) Barrett, Runestad, Johnson, Zorn, Bullock and
Alexander, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Alexander to adopt the meeting minutes from September 2, 2020.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair presented testimony regarding SB 1090 and SB 1091:
Senator John Bizon, Michigan Senate – Support
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 1090 and SB 1091:
Erin Frisch, MDHHS Director of the Bureau of Child Support – Support
Michael Adrian, MDHHS Division Director Bureau of Child Support Program Development – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 1090 and
SB 1091:
Kyle Kaminski, Michigan Department of Corrections – Support
Cami Pendell, State Court Administrative Office – Support
Kevin McKinney, Friend of the Court Association – Support
Rebecca Shiemke, Michigan Poverty Law Program – Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:51 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: September 22, 2020
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON FAMILIES, CHILDREN, AND SENIORS
REP. KATHY CRAWFORD
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, September 10, 2020
8:15 a.m.
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Committee on Families, Children, and Seniors was called to order by the Chair.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Farrington, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, Brenda Carter,
Cynthia Johnson.
Absent: Rep. Hoitenga.
Excused: Rep. Hoitenga.
Representative Rendon moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 2, 2020. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5975, HB 5976 and HB 5977 before the committee:
HB 5975
(Rep. O'Malley)
A bill to amend 1973 PA 116, entitled "An act to
provide for the protection of children through the
licensing and regulation of child care
organizations; to provide for the establishment of
standards of care for child care organizations; to
prescribe powers and duties of certain departments
of this state and adoption facilitators; to provide
penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by
amending section 1 (MCL 722.111), as amended
by 2020 PA 6, and by adding section 4b.
HB 5976
(Rep. Wendzel)
A bill to amend 1973 PA 116, entitled "An act to
provide for the protection of children through the
licensing and regulation of child care
organizations; to provide for the establishment of
standards of care for child care organizations; to
prescribe powers and duties of certain departments
of this state and adoption facilitators; to provide
penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,"
(MCL 722.111 to 722.128) by adding section 4c.
HB 5977
(Rep. Markkanen)
A bill to amend 1973 PA 116, entitled "An act to
provide for the protection of children through the
licensing and regulation of child care
organizations; to provide for the establishment of
standards of care for child care organizations; to
prescribe powers and duties of certain departments
of this state and adoption facilitators; to provide
penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by
amending section 2 (MCL 722.112), as amended
by 2017 PA 257.
Representative Jack O'Malley, bill sponsor, testified on HB 5975 and HB 5976, and
Representative Gregory Markkanen, bill sponsor, testified on HB 5977. Questions and
discussion followed.
Laurie Fletcher, representing the Fletcher Home Childcare, testified and submitted written
testimony in support of HB 5975, HB 5976 and HB 5977. Questions followed.
Jaern Culina, representing the Talent 2025, testified in support of HB 5975, HB 5976 and HB
5977. Questions followed.
Kristie Sieloff, representing the Traverse Connect Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance,
testified in support of HB 5975, HB 5976 and HB 5977. Questions followed.
Marnie Triemstra, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory
Affairs, submitted a card and written testimony in opposition to HB 5975, HB 5976 and HB
5977, but did not wish to speak.
Alex Rossman, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy, submitted a card in
opposition to HB 5975, HB 5976 and HB 5977, but did not wish to speak.
The following individuals submitted written testimony in support of HB 5975, HB 5976 and
HB 5977, but did not wish to speak:
Ruth TerAvest, owner and representing the Bunny Patch Day Care;
Heather Marlett, owner and representing the Ms. Heather's Friends; and
Shela Jones, owner and director of the Little House.
Representative Farrington moved to excuse Representative Hoitenga from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee. Representative Farrington moved to
adjourned. Hearing no objections, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 9:15 a.m.
Representative Kathy Crawford, Chair
Joy Brewer
Committee Clerk
joybrewer@house.mi.gov


location: Room 519, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT
REP. MATT HALL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, September 10, 2020
2:00 PM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Committee on Oversight was called to order by Chair Hall.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hall, Reilly, Webber, Steven Johnson, Schroeder, Cynthia Johnson,
LaGrand.
Absent: Reps. LaFave, Camilleri.
Excused: Reps. LaFave, Camilleri.
Representative Reilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 19, 2020. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid the following before the committee:
Office of the Auditor General Performance Audit Report Office of the Kalamazoo Psychiatric
Hospital, Department of Health and Human Services July 2020 #391-0220-19.
Mary Jo Kochay, Lisa Harral, and Mike Ventura testified regarding the audit report.
Questions and discussion followed.
Conor Moore, and Dr. Robert Hill, representing the Kalamazoo Psychiatric Hospital, testified
regarding the audit report. Questions and discussion followed.
Emily Schwarzkopf, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
answered questions regarding the audit.
Representative Reilly moved to excuse Representatives LaFave and Camilleri from the
meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Matt Hall adjourned the meeting
at 3:38 PM.
Representative Matt Hall, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY REFORM
REP. MICHAEL WEBBER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, September 10,
2020
9:45
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Committee on Regulatory Reform was called to order by Chair Webber.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall,
Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Cynthia Neeley.
Absent: Rep. Garza.
Excused: Rep. Garza.
Representative Berman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 1, 2020. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SB 897 before the committee:
SB 897
(Sen. LaSata)
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan
liquor control code of 1998," by amending section
536 (MCL 436.1536), as amended by 2019 PA
131.
Senator LaSata testified in support of SB 897.
Matt Moersch, representing the Round Barn Distillery, testified in support of SB 897.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 897, but did not wish to speak:
David Marvin, representing the Michigan Liquor Control Commission.
Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Beer and Wine Wholesalers Association.
The Chair laid SB 779 before the committee:
SB 779
(Sen. McBroom)
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 sections 3a,
3b, and 3c (MCL 445.573a, 445.573b, and
445.573c), section 3a as added by 1989 PA 148,
section 3b as amended by 1998 PA 473, and
section 3c as amended by 1996 PA 384.
Senator McBroom testified in support of SB 779. Questions and discussion followed.
Paul Connors, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified in opposition to
SB 779. Questions and discussion followed.
The following person submitted a card in support of SB 779, but did not wish to speak:
Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Beer and Wine Wholesalers Association.
The Chair laid SB 659 before the committee:
SB 659
(Sen. MacGregor)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan
vehicle code," by amending section 248l (MCL
257.248l), as added by 2018 PA 420.
Patty Hertrich, representing Senator MacGregor, testified in support of SB 659.
Annette Chapman and Jeff Baker, representing the Michigan Independent Auto Dealers
Association, testified in support of SB 659. Questions and discussion followed.
Adam Reames and Katie Bower, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified in
opposition to SB 659. Questions and discussion followed.
The following person submitted a card in support of SB 659, but did not wish to speak:
Kurt Berryman, representing the Auto Dealers of Michigan.
The Chair laid HB 5902 before the committee:
HB 5902
(Rep. Chirkun)
A bill to amend 1972 PA 382, entitled "Traxler-
McCauley-Law-Bowman bingo act," by amending
section 3 (MCL 432.103), as amended by 2019 PA
159.
Representative Chirkun moved to refer HB 5902 to the Committee on Ways and Means. The
motion prevailed 13-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall,
Wendzel, Chirkun, Cambensy, Jones, Cynthia Neeley.
Nays: Rep. Liberati.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 6190 before the committee:
HB 6190
(Rep. Webber)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public
health code," by amending sections 12521, 12522,
12523, 12524, 12525, 12526, 12527, 12527a,
12528, 12529, 12530, 12531, 12531a, 12532,
12533, and 12534 (MCL 333.12521, 333.12522,
333.12523, 333.12524, 333.12525, 333.12526,
333.12527, 333.12527a, 333.12528, 333.12529,
333.12530, 333.12531, 333.12531a, 333.12532,
333.12533, and 333.12534), sections 12521,
12527, 12527a, 12528, 12529, and 12532 as
amended by 2004 PA 408, section 12522 as
amended by 2014 PA 430, section 12525 as
amended by 1980 PA 522, section 12531a as
added by 1989 PA 153, and section 12533 as
amended by 1989 PA 153.
Representative Webber testified in support of HB 6190.
Matt Watson and Brian Bayer, representing the Gold Fish Swim School, testified in support
of HB 6190. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair laid HB 6191 before the committee:
HB 6191
(Rep. Sheppard)
A bill to amend 1950 (Ex Sess) PA 27, entitled
"Motor vehicle sales finance act," by amending
sections 2, 13, and 18 (MCL 492.102, 492.113,
and 492.118), section 2 as amended by 2013 PA
16, section 13 as amended by 2009 PA 231, and
section 18 as amended by 2002 PA 699.
Representative Sheppard testified in support of HB 6191.
Brian O'Connell and Bethany Mutchler, representing GM Financial, testified in support of
HB 6191.
The Chair laid HB 5897 before the committee:
HB 5897
(Rep. Gay-Dagnogo)
A bill to amend 2011 PA 256, entitled "Michigan
fireworks safety act," by amending section 7
(MCL 28.457), as amended by 2018 PA 635.
Representative Yancey testified in support of HB 5897.
Tim McCall, a Detroit resident, testified in support of HB 5897.
James Stajos, representing Pro Fireworks, testified in support of HB 5897.
Jacoby Ross, a Detroit resident, testified in support of HB 5897.
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5897, but did not wish to speak:
Derek Sova, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
Representative Chirkun 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 Webber adjourned the meeting
at 10:45 AM.
Representative Michael Webber, Chair
Molly Wingrove
Committee Clerk
mwingrove@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION
REP. JACK O'MALLEY
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, September 10, 2020
9:45 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Committee on Transportation was called to order by Chair O'Malley.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis,
Sneller, Clemente, Yancey, Haadsma, Shannon.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Sheppard moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 1, 2020. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5204 and HB 5205 before the committee:
HB 5204
(Rep. Steven Johnson)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan
vehicle code," by amending section 226 (MCL
257.226), as amended by 2018 PA 342.
HB 5205
(Rep. Eisen)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan
vehicle code," by amending section 805 (MCL
257.805), as amended by 2013 PA 82.
Substitute (H-1) to HB 5204 was previously adopted on September 1st, 2020.
Representative Bellino moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5204. The motion prevailed
13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis,
Sneller, Clemente, Yancey, Haadsma, Shannon.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Alexander moved to refer House Bill No. 5204 to the Committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis,
Sneller, Clemente, Yancey, Haadsma, Shannon.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Sheppard moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5205. The motion prevailed
13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis,
Sneller, Clemente, Yancey, Haadsma, Shannon.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Eisen moved to refer House Bill No. 5205 to the Committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis,
Sneller, Clemente, Yancey, Haadsma, Shannon.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5204 and HB 5205, but did not wish
to speak:
Matt Levin, representing the Michigan Department of State.
The Chair laid HB 6192 before the committee:
HB 6192
(Rep. O'Malley)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan
vehicle code," by amending sections 306 and 321c
(MCL 257.306 and 257.321c), as amended by
2020 PA 127.
Chair O'Malley testified in support of HB 6192.
Representative Sheppard moved to refer House Bill No. 6192 to the Committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis,
Sneller, Clemente, Yancey, Haadsma, Shannon.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 6192, but did not wish to speak:
Matt Levin, representing the Michigan Department of State.
Chair O'Malley laid the presentation on Aerospace Aviation before the committee.
Gavin Brown, representing the Michigan Aerospace Manufacturers Association, provided a
presentation on the Michigan Launch Imitative. Questions and discussion followed.
Mike Trout and Bryan Budds, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation,
provided a presentation on Aviation's Future in Michigan. Questions and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jack O'Malley adjourned the
meeting at 10:26 AM.
Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov


location: Room 403 of the Capitol Building

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MEMBERS:
SEN. KEVIN DALEY, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. RUTH A. JOHNSON
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL
SEN. ED MCBROOM
SEN. ROSEMARY BAYER, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. WINNIE BRINKS
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY
SENATOR RICK OUTMAN
CHAIR
4400 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-3760
FAX: (517) 373-8661
**DRAFT**
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
September 10, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Environmental Quality was scheduled for Thursday, September 10,
2020, at 9:00 a.m., in Room 403 of the Capitol Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 4454 (Rep. C. Johnson) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported SB 1080 (Sen. Outman) with recommendation and immediate effect.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 9:04 a.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Outman, Sen.(s) Daley, Johnson, VanderWall, McBroom, Bayer, and
Brinks, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to adopt the meeting minutes from July 28, 2020. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited Rep. C. Johnson to summarize HB 4454.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4454:
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy – Support
Tom Frazier, Michigan Townships Association – Support
John Lindley, Michigan Manufactured Housing, RV and Campground Association – Support
Joe Fedewa, Michigan League of Conservation Voters – Support
The Chair recessed the committee from 9:17 a.m. to 9:19 a.m.
The Chair summarized SB 1080.
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The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 1080:
Stacy Hissong, Michigan Association of County Drain Commissioners – Support
Dave Kepler, Four Lakes Task Force – No Position
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 1080:
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy – Support
Midland Business Alliance – Support
Ryan Tarrant, Bay Area Chamber of Commerce – Support
Jeff Stoutenburg, Dow – Support
John Lindley, Great Lakes Bay Regional Alliance – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to report HB 4454 to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Outman, Sen.(s) Daley, VanderWall, Bayer, and Brinks
Nays: Sen. McBroom
Pass: Sen. Johnson
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4454. Without objection, immediate effect
was recommended.
The Chair recessed the committee from 9:35 a.m. to 9:37 a.m.
At 9:45 a.m., Sen. McBroom left the meeting.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report SB 1080 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Outman, Sen.(s) Daley, Johnson, VanderWall, Bayer, and Brinks
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 1080. Without objection, immediate effect
was recommended.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:50 a.m.
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MEMBERS:
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. TOM BARRETT
SEN. RUTH A. JOHNSON
SEN. JIM RUNESTAD
SEN. STEPHANIE CHANG, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JEFF IRWIN
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY AND PUBLIC
SAFETY
SENATOR PETER J. LUCIDO
CHAIR
3100 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7670
FAX: (517) 373-5958
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
September 10, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety was scheduled for Thursday, September 10,
2020, at 8:30 a.m., in room the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor of the Capitol Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding HB 5054 (Rep. Farrington).
2. Testimony regarding HB 5055 (Rep. Calley).
3. Testimony regarding HB 5056 (Rep. Pagan).
4. Testimony regarding HB 5057 (Rep. Rendon).
5. Testimony regarding HB 5058 (Rep. Bolden).
6. Reported SB 611 (S-2) (Sen. MacGregor) with recommendation and immediate effect.
7. Reported SB 20 (Sen. Zorn) with recommendation and immediate effect.
8. Reported SB 21 (Sen. Zorn) with recommendation and immediate effect.
9. Reported SB 289 (S-2) (Sen. Hertel) with recommendation.
10. Reported SB 290 (Sen. Lucido) with recommendation.
11. Reported SB 291 (Sen. Bizon) with recommendation.
12. Testimony regarding SB 864 (Sen. Lucido).
13. Testimony regarding HB 5421 (Rep. Filler).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 8:33 a.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and
Irwin, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to adopt the meeting minutes from September 1, 2020. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited Rep. Pagen to summarize HB's 5054 – 5058.
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding HB's 5054 – 5058:
M. Jane O'Shea, Junior League of Michigan / Junior League of Birmingham – Support
Rebecca Shiemke, Michigan Poverty Law Program – Support
Jess Averill – Hammond, MI Domestic & Sexual Violence Prevention & Treatment Board – Support
Kathy Hagenian, Michigan Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence – Support
Algeria Wilson, National Association of Social Workers – Support
The Chair offered an (S-2) version of SB 611 and invited Sen. MacGregor to summarize the bill and substitute.
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB 611:
Merissa Kovach, ACLU of Michigan – Oppose
Matt Saxton, Michigan Sheriffs' Association - Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the (S-2) version of SB 611. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-2) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report SB 611 (S-2), to the floor with recommendation
that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin,
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 611 (S-2). Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair brought up SB's 20-21 and invited Shane Preston, of Sen. Zorn's office to summarize SB's 20-21.
The Chair invited the following individual to present testimony regarding SB's 20-21:
Allison Arnold, Monroe County Prosecutors Office – Support
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB's 20-21:
Matt Saxton, Michigan Sheriffs' Association – Support
Jessica Zimbleman, Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan – Oppose
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to report SB 20, to the floor with recommendation that it pass.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson and Runestad
Nays: Sen (s). Chang and Irwin
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 20. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report SB 21, to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson and Runestad
Nays: Sen (s). Chang and Irwin
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 21. Without objection, immediate effect was
recommended.
The Chair brought up SB's 289 – 291, and offered an (S-2) version of SB 289.
The Chair invited Sen. Hertel to summarize SB 289 and the substitute.
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB's 289-291:
John Tuinstra, Citizens for Parental Rights – Oppose
Kathy Hagenian, Michigan Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence – Oppose
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to adopt the (S-2) version of SB 289. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Chang and Irwin
Nays: None
Pass: Sen. Runestad
The motion prevailed and the (S-2) was adopted.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to report SB 289 (S-2), to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson and Chang
Nays: Sen. Irwin
Pass: Sen. Runestad
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report SB 290 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). VanderWall, Barrett and Johnson
Nays: Sen. Irwin
Pass: Sen. (s) Runestad and Chang
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report SB 291 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson and Runestad
Nays: Sen. Irwin
Pass: Sen. Chang
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair brought up HB 5421 and invited Nick Capone, of Rep. Filler's office to summarize HB 5421.
The Chair brought up SB 864 and summarized the bill.
The Chair invited the following individual to present testimony regarding SB 864:
Adam Reams, Michigan Department of State - Oppose
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:52 a.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 09/17/2020


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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
September 10, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Health Policy and Human Services was scheduled for Thursday,
September 10, 2020, at 1:00 p.m., in the Senate Hearing Room of the Boji Tower.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SB 758 (S-1) (Sen. MacGregor) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported HB 5482 (S-1) (Rep. Andrea Schroeder) with recommendation and immediate effect.
3. Testimony regarding HB 5827 (Rep. Sheppard).
4. Testimony regarding SB 1021 (Sen. Schmidt).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:03 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 July 23, 2020. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair offered, and summarized, an (S-1) version of SB 758.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 758:
Derek Sova, Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs – Oppose
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 758:
Bret Jackson, Economic Alliance for Michigan – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Brinks to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 758. 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 758 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
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Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana,
and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 758 (S-1). Without objection, immediate
effect was recommended.
The Chair offered, and summarized, an (S-1) version of HB 5482.
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 5482:
Amy Zaagman, Michigan Council for Maternal and Child Health – Support
Algeria Wilson, National Association of Social Workers – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 5482. 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. Johnson to report the (S-1) version of HB 5482 to the floor with
recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana,
and Wojno
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 5482 (S-1). Without objection, immediate
effect was recommended.
The Chair invited Teri Langley, of Rep. Sheppard's office, to summarize HB 5827.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 5827:
Amy Zaagman, Michigan Council for Maternal and Child Health – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 5827:
Ellen Hyman, Michigan Oral Health Coalition – Support
Bret Jackson, Economic Alliance for Michigan – Support
The Chair invited Sen. Schmidt to summarize SB 1021.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 1021:
David Jahn, War Memorial Hospital – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 1021:
Sean Gehle, Trinity Health Michigan – Support
Bret Jackson, Economic Alliance for Michigan – Support
Sean Sorenson-Abbott, Michigan Health and Hospital Association – Support
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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 1:45 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: September 17, 2020
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MEMBERS:
SEN. LANA THEIS, 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
**DRAFT**
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
September 10, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Advice and Consent was scheduled for Thursday, September 10, 2020,
at 12:00 noon, in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding the appointment of Mr. James Falahee to the Certificate of Need Commission
2. Testimony regarding the appointment of Dr. Justin B. Dimick to the Certificate of Need Commission
3. Testimony regarding the appointment of Dr. Amy Engelardt-Kalbfleisch to the Certificate of Need
Commission
4. Testimony regarding the appointment of Dr. Ashok Kondur to the Certificate of Need Commission
5. Testimony regarding the appointment of Dr. Lorissa MacAllister to the Certificate of Need
Commission
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:01 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, McBroom and Hertel, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to adopt the meeting minutes from July 29, 2020. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding the appointment of Mr. James
Falahee to the Certificate of Need Commission:
James Falahee – Support
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding the appointment of Dr. Justin B.
Dimick to the Certificate of Need Commission:
Dr. Justin B. Dimick – Support
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding the appointment of Dr. Amy
Engelardt-Kalbfleisch to the Certificate of Need Commission:
Dr. Amy Engelardt-Kalbfleisch – Support
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding the appointment of Dr. Ashok
Kondur to the Certificate of Need Commission:
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Dr. Ashok Kondur – Support
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding the appointment of Dr. Lorissa
MacAllister to the Certificate of Need Commission:
Dr. Lorissa MacAllister – Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:49 p.m.
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MEMBERS:
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. PETER MACGREGOR
SEN. DAN LAUWERS
SEN. WAYNE A. SCHMIDT
SEN. KIMBERLY A. LASATA
SEN. MALLORY MCMORROW, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. ERIKA GEISS
SEN. JEREMY MOSS
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON ECONOMIC AND SMALL
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
SENATOR KEN HORN
CHAIR
7100 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-1760
FAX: (517) 373-3487
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
September 10, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Economic and Small Business Development was scheduled for
Thursday, September 10, 2020, at 12:00 noon, in the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 1022 (Sen. Schmidt), SB 1023 (Sen. Horn) and SB 1024 (Sen. Theis).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:01 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Horn, Sen.(s) VanderWall, MacGregor, Lauwers, Schmidt, LaSata,
McMorrow, Geiss and Moss, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to adopt the minutes from May 19, 2020. Without objection, the
minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 1022, SB 1023 and SB 1024:
Senator Ken Horn, Michigan Senate - Support
Wendy Block, Michigan Chamber of Commerce – Support
Cary Silverman, ATRA – Support
Bill GIlbert, Building Owners and Managers Association – Support
Bob Riley, State Bar of Michigan Negligence Section – Opposed
Charlie Owens, National Federation of Independent Businesses – Support
Dan Hurley, Michigan Universities – Support
Deb Fried, Michigan Association for Justice – Opposed
Jim Lee, Clemons Food Group – Support
Dave Greco, Michigan Manufacturers Association – Support
Michael Tierney, Michigan Community Bankers – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 1022, SB
1023 and SB 1024:
Haleigh Krombeen, MSU Credit Union League – Support
Marla Linderman, Michigan Association for Justice – Opposed
Lance Binoniemi, MITA – Support
Brad Ward, Michigan Realtors – Support
Todd Tennis, United Food and Commercial Workers Union – Opposed
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Todd Tennis, Amalgamated Transit Union – Opposed
Todd Tennis, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers – Opposed
John McNamara, Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association – Support
Kirstie Sieloff, Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance – Support
Peter Ruark, Michigan League for Public Policy – Opposed
Robert Anderson, Michigan Farm Bureau – Support
Tim Sowton, Business Leaders for Michigan – Support
Maria Enriquez, UAW Local 6000 – Opposed
Bridget Melinn, American Heart Association – Support
Tim Greimel, AFSCME Council 25 – Opposed
Amy Drumm, Michigan Retailers Association – Support
Jennifer Greenburg, Telecommunications Association of Michigan – Support
Micah Babcock, Small Business Association of Michigan – Support
Jaida Paisley, Michigan Golf Association – Support
Lee Schwartz, Homebuilders of Michigan – Support
Kurt Berryman, Auto Dealers of Michigan – Support
Mike O'Brien, Indiana Michigan Power Co – Support
Erin Schor, Michigan Community College Association – Support
Veronica Horn, Saginaw Chamber – Support
Andy Johnston, Grand Rapids Chamber – Support
Jimmy Greene, ABC of Michigan – Support
Steve Japinga, Lansing Chamber – Support
Jon Cool, Michigan Railroad Association – Support
Diane Middleton, Midland Business Alliance – Support
Milan Ghandi, Med Share Inc – Support
Julie Rowe, AFT-MI – Opposed
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:34 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: September 24, 2020
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location: Room 521, House Office Building

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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON ELECTIONS AND ETHICS
REP. JULIE CALLEY
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, September 15, 2020
10:15 AM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Committee on Elections and Ethics was called to order by Chair Calley.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Guerra, Hope.
Absent: Rep. Paquette.
Excused: Rep. Paquette.
Representative Sheppard moved to adopt the minutes from the September 9th, 2020 meeting.
There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5665 and HB 5666 before the committee:
HB 5665
(Rep. Yaroch)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The
revised school code," by amending sections 619
and 1107 (MCL 380.619 and 380.1107), as added
by 2004 PA 234.
HB 5666
(Rep. Yaroch)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," by amending sections 207, 268, 327,
369, and 383 (MCL 168.207, 168.268, 168.327,
168.369, and 168.383), section 327 as amended by
1982 PA 505 and section 383 as amended by 2018
PA 120.
Representative Yaroch testified in support of HB 5665 and HB 5666. Questions and
discussion followed.
The Chair laid HB 6177, HB 6178, HB 6179, HB 6180 and HB 6181 before the committee:
HB 6177
(Rep. Hall)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," by amending section 510 (MCL
168.510).
HB 6178
(Rep. Calley)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," by amending section 509bb (MCL
168.509bb), as added by 1994 PA 441.
HB 6179
(Rep. Marino)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," (MCL 168.1 to 168.992) by adding
section 33a.
HB 6180
(Rep. Liberati)
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 8 (MCL
4.418), as amended by 1994 PA 412.
HB 6181
(Rep. Sabo)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 388, entitled "Michigan
campaign finance act," by amending section 16
(MCL 169.216), as amended by 2017 PA 184.
Representative Hope moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 6177. The motion prevailed 6-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Guerra, Hope.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hope moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 6178. The motion prevailed 6-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Guerra, Hope.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Marino moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 6179. The motion prevailed 6-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Guerra, Hope.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Sheppard moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 6180. The motion prevailed
6-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Guerra, Hope.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Guerra moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 6181. The motion prevailed 6-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Guerra, Hope.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Sheppard moved to refer House Bill No. 6177 to the Committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 6-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Guerra, Hope.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Hope moved to refer House Bill No. 6178 to the Committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 6-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Guerra, Hope.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Marino moved to refer House Bill No. 6179 to the Committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Guerra, Hope.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Marino moved to refer House Bill No. 6180 to the Committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Guerra, Hope.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Guerra moved to refer House Bill No. 6181 to the Committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Guerra, Hope.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Sheppard moved to excuse Representative Paquette from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Chair Calley adjourned the meeting at
10:34 AM.
Representative Julie Calley, Chair
Amy Rostkowycz
Committee Clerk
arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON ENERGY
REP. JOSEPH N BELLINO
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, September 15,
2020
12:00
PM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Committee on Energy was called to order by Chair Bellino.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Bellino, Wendzel, Alexander, Frederick, Lower, Filler, Markkanen,
Mueller, Schroeder, Lasinski, Sneller, Tyrone Carter, Haadsma, Kuppa, Manoogian,
Shannon.
Absent: Rep. O'Malley.
Excused: Rep. O'Malley.
Representative Sneller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 16, 2020. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 6036, HB 6037, HB 6038 and HB 6039 before the committee:
HB 6036
(Rep. Filler)
A bill to amend 2010 PA 270, entitled "Property
assessed clean energy act," (MCL 460.931 to
460.949) by amending the title, by designating
section 1 as part 1 and sections 3 to 19 as part 2,
and by adding part 3.
HB 6037
(Rep. Warren)
A bill to authorize local units of government to
adopt voluntary property assessment programs and
to create districts to enable owners of
noncommercial, nonindustrial real property to
access financing for environmental hazard, water
usage improvement, energy efficiency
improvement, and renewable energy projects; to
provide for the financing of the programs through
certain state funds, investments, and other means;
to authorize local units of government to issue
bonds, notes, and other evidences of indebtedness;
to authorize local units of government to advance
money made available from certain state funds
and other sources; to authorize certain fees; to
prescribe the powers and duties of certain
governmental officers and entities; and to provide
for remedies.
HB 6038
(Rep. Filler)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act,"
(MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section
5316a.
HB 6039
(Rep. Warren)
A bill to amend 2010 PA 270, entitled "Property
assessed clean energy act," by amending the title
and sections 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, and 19
(MCL 460.931, 460.933, 460.935, 460.937,
460.939, 460.941, 460.943, 460.945, 460.947, and
460.949), sections 3 and 9 as amended by 2017 PA
242, and by designating section 1 as part 1 and
sections 3 to 19 as part 2.
Representative Filler and Representative Warren testified in support of HB 6036, HB 6037,
HB 6038 and HB 6039. Questions and discussion followed.
Colin Bishopp, representing PACENation, testified in support of HB 6036, HB 6037, HB
6038 and HB 6039.
Leah Wiggs, representing Renew Financial, testified in support of HB 6036, HB 6037, HB
6038 and HB 6039.
Keith den Hollander, representing the Christian Coalition, testified in support of HB 6036,
HB 6037, HB 6038 and HB 6039.
Byron DeLear, representing the Y-Grene Energy Fund, testified in support of HB 6036, HB
6037, HB 6038 and HB 6039.
Bali Kumar, representing Lean and Green Michigan, testified in support of HB 6036, HB
6037, HB 6038 and HB 6039.
Brad Ward, representing the Michigan Realtors, testified in opposition to HB 6036, HB 6037,
HB 6038 and HB 6039.
Zach Waas Smith, representing the City of Ann Arbor, testified in support of HB 6036, HB
6037, HB 6038 and HB 6039.
Brett Little, representing the Green Home Institute, testified in support of HB 6036, HB 6037,
HB 6038 and HB 6039.
John Freeman, representing the Great Lakes Renewable Energy, testified in support of HB
6036, HB 6037, HB 6038 and HB 6039.
Charlotte Jameson, representing the Michigan Environmental Council, testified in opposition
to HB 6036, HB 6037, and HB 6038, and in support of HB 6039.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 6036, HB 6037, HB 6038 and HB
6039, but did not wish to speak:
Cheri Holman, representing the US Green Building Council of West Michigan.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 6036, but did not wish to speak:
Sam Olsen, representing the Michigan Mortgage Lenders Association.
Alex Morris, representing the Michigan Bankers Association.
Haleigh Krombeen, representing the Michigan Credit Union League.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 6039, but did not wish to speak:
Ed Rivet, representing the Michigan Conservative Energy Forum.
Laura Sherman, representing the Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council
(Michigan EIBC).
Joe Fedewa, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
Cliff Kellogg, representing the C-Pace Alliance.
Representative Markkanen moved to excuse Representative O'Malley from the meeting.
There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Chariman Joseph Bellino adjourned
the meeting at 1:14 PM.
Representative Joseph Bellino, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON FAMILIES, CHILDREN, AND SENIORS
REP. KATHY CRAWFORD
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, September 15, 2020
12:00 p.m.
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Committee on Families, Children, and Seniors was called to order by the Chair.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Farrington, Hoitenga, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati,
Brenda Carter, Cynthia Johnson.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Rendon moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 10, 2020. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 6124 before the committee:
HB 6124
(Rep. Hall)
A bill to amend 1981 PA 180, entitled "Older
Michiganians act," (MCL 400.581 to 400.594) by
adding section 6l.
Representative Matt Hall, bill sponsor, testified on HB 6124. Questions and discussion
followed.
Dr. Alexis Travis, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services,
Aging and Adult Services Agency, testified in support of HB 6124. Questions followed.
David LaLumia, Executive Director for the Area Agencies on Aging Association of
Michigan, testified in support of HB 6124, and submitted written testimony. Questions and
discussion followed.
Melissa Seifort, representing AARP of Michigan, submitted a card in support of HB 6124,
but did not wish to speak.
The Chair laid HB 5836 before the committee:
HB 5836
(Rep. Crawford)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The
revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by
adding section 1705.
The Chair, bill sponsor, explained the substitute (H-3).
Representative Rendon moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 5836. The motion prevailed 9-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Farrington, Hoitenga, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, Brenda
Carter, Cynthia Johnson.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following individuals submitted a card in support of HB 5836, and submitted written
testimony, but did not wish to speak:
Natasha Abner, Assistant Professor in the Linguistics Department at the University of
Michigan, and
Lee Gonzales, Deputy Director of Legislative and External Affairs for the Michigan
Department of Civil Rights.
The following individuals submitted a card in opposition to HB 5836, but did not wish to
speak:
Dr. Casey Jean Stauch, AUD, representing the Michigan Audiology Coalition;
Shon Halocka, representing himself; and
Dr. Erica Bennet, representing the Michigan Audiology Coalition.
Dr. Scott M. Koenigsknecht, Deputy Superintendent of the P-20 System and Student
Transitions in the Michigan Department of Education, submitted a card with no position and
with written testimony, but did not wish to speak.
Representative Liberati moved to refer House Bill No. 5836 to the Committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Farrington, Hoitenga, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, Brenda
Carter, Cynthia Johnson.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 5975, HB 5976 and HB 5977 before the committee:
HB 5975
(Rep. O'Malley)
A bill to amend 1973 PA 116, entitled "An act to
provide for the protection of children through the
licensing and regulation of child care
organizations; to provide for the establishment of
standards of care for child care organizations; to
prescribe powers and duties of certain departments
of this state and adoption facilitators; to provide
penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by
amending section 1 (MCL 722.111), as amended
by 2020 PA 6, and by adding section 4b.
HB 5976
(Rep. Wendzel)
A bill to amend 1973 PA 116, entitled "An act to
provide for the protection of children through the
licensing and regulation of child care
organizations; to provide for the establishment of
standards of care for child care organizations; to
prescribe powers and duties of certain departments
of this state and adoption facilitators; to provide
penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,"
(MCL 722.111 to 722.128) by adding section 4c.
HB 5977
(Rep. Markkanen)
A bill to amend 1973 PA 116, entitled "An act to
provide for the protection of children through the
licensing and regulation of child care
organizations; to provide for the establishment of
standards of care for child care organizations; to
prescribe powers and duties of certain departments
of this state and adoption facilitators; to provide
penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by
amending section 2 (MCL 722.112), as amended
by 2017 PA 257.
Rep. O'Malley, bill sponsor, explained HB 5975 (H-1) and HB 5976 (H-1). Questions
followed.
Todd Tennis, representing State Alliance of Michigan YMCA's, submitted a card in support
of HB 5977, and neutral on HB 5975 and HB 5976, but did not wish to speak.
Marnie Trienistra, Deputy Director of LARA Office of Policy and Legislative Affairs
submitted a card in opposition to HB 5975 and HB 5976, but did not wish to speak.
Representative Wozniak moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5975. The motion prevailed
8-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Farrington, Hoitenga, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, Brenda
Carter.
Nays: Rep. Cynthia Johnson.
Pass: None.
Representative Garrett moved to refer House Bill No. 5975 to the Committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Farrington, Hoitenga, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, Brenda
Carter, Cynthia Johnson.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Brenda Carter moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5976. The motion
prevailed 8-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Farrington, Hoitenga, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, Brenda
Carter.
Nays: Rep. Cynthia Johnson.
Pass: None.
Representative Cynthia Johnson moved to refer House Bill No. 5976 to the Committee on
Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-1-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Farrington, Hoitenga, Wozniak, Garrett, Brenda Carter,
Cynthia Johnson.
Nays: Rep. Liberati.
Pass: None.
Representative Hoitenga moved to refer House Bill No. 5977 to the Committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 9-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Farrington, Hoitenga, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, Brenda
Carter, Cynthia Johnson.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee. Representative Rendon moved to
adjourned. Hearing no objections, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 12:54 p.m.
Representative Kathy Crawford, 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, September 15,
2020
8:30
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Committee on Judiciary was called to order by Chair Filler.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman,
Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Howell moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 8, 2020. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative Howell moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 9, 2020. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 6030, HB 6031, HB 6032 and HB 6101 before the committee:
HB 6030
(Rep. Albert)
A bill to provide minimum requirements for
claims alleging exposure to COVID-19;
establishing liability standards for claims alleging
exposure to COVID-19; precluding liability if
conduct complies with regulations, orders, or
public health guidance; and limiting liability with
respect to certain products made, sold, or donated
in response to COVID-19.
HB 6031
(Rep. Brann)
A bill to amend 1974 PA 154, entitled "Michigan
occupational safety and health act," (MCL
408.1001 to 408.1094) by adding section 85.
HB 6032
(Rep. Filler)
A bill to prohibit an employer from taking certain
actions against an employee who does not report
to work under certain circumstances related to
COVID-19; to prohibit an employee from
reporting to work under certain circumstances
related to COVID-19; to prohibit discrimination
and retaliation for engaging in certain activities; to
provide remedies; and to repeal acts and parts of
acts.
HB 6101
(Rep. Byrd)
A bill to amend 1974 PA 154, entitled "Michigan
occupational safety and health act," (MCL
408.1001 to 408.1094) by adding sections 85 and
85a.
Marla Linderman, representing the Michigan Association for Justice, testified in opposition to
HB 6030, HB 6031, HB 6032 and HB 6101.
Dave Greco, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association, testified in support of HB
6030, HB 6031, HB 6032 and HB 6101.
Tim Greimel, representing the AFSCME Council 25, testified in opposition to HB 6030, HB
6031, HB 6032 and HB 6101.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 6030, HB 6031, HB 6032 and HB
6101, but did not wish to speak:
Cary Silverman, representing the American Tort Reform Association.
Rich Farran, representing the Health Care Association of Michigan.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 6030, HB 6031, HB 6032 and HB
6101, but did not wish to speak:
Andy Newman, representing the Michigan Education Association.
The Chair laid SB 533 before the committee:
SB 533
(Sen. Lucido)
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The
Michigan penal code," by amending section 529
(MCL 750.529), as amended by 2004 PA 128.
Justin Carpenter, from Senator Lucido's office, testified in support of SB 533.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 533, but did not wish to speak:
Sgt. Nicole McGhee, representing the Michigan State Police.
Brandon Lanyon, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan.
The Chair laid SB 384 and SB 385 before the committee:
SB 384
(Sen. Geiss)
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The
Michigan penal code," (MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by
adding section 464b.
SB 385
(Sen. Barrett)
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The
Michigan penal code," by amending section 465
(MCL 750.465).
Representative LaFave moved to report out SB 384 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman,
Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Steven Johnson moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 385. The motion
prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman,
Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Steven Johnson moved to report out SB 385 with recommendation, as
substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman,
Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid SB 321 before the committee:
SB 321
(Sen. LaSata)
A bill to amend 2004 PA 177, entitled "Michigan
law enforcement officers memorial act," by
amending section 5 (MCL 28.785), as amended by
2013 PA 242.
Representative Berman moved to report out SB 321 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 13-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman,
Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid SB 420 before the committee:
SB 420
(Sen. Lucido)
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised
judicature act of 1961," by amending sections
2559, 6002, and 6012 (MCL 600.2559, 600.6002,
and 600.6012), section 2559 as amended by 2018
PA 261.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 420, but did not wish to speak:
Tom Boyd, representing the State Court Administrator.
Representative Howell moved to report out SB 420 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 8-0-5:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman,
Wozniak.
Nays: None.
Pass: Reps. LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden.
The Chair laid HB 5933 before the committee:
HB 5933
(Rep. Lightner)
A bill to amend 1998 PA 386, entitled "Estates and
protected individuals code," by amending section
2505 (MCL 700.2505).
Representative Lightner and Sally Babbitt testified in support of HB 5933. Questions and
discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5933, but did not wish to speak:
Melissa Seifert, representing the AARP.
There being no further business before the committee, Chairman Filler adjourned the meeting
at 9:24 AM.
Representative Graham Filler, Chair
Melissa Sweet
Committee Clerk
msweet@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION
REP. GARY HOWELL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, September 15, 2020
3:00 PM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by
Chair Howell.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy,
Pohutsky.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the minutes from the June 24th, 2020 meeting.
There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5132 before the committee:
HB 5132
(Rep. Albert)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 48703 and 48711 (MCL
324.48703 and 324.48711), as amended by 2018
PA 529, and by adding section 48703b.
Representative Eisen moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5132. The motion prevailed 9-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy,
Pohutsky.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Albert testified in support of HB 5132.
Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in
opposition to HB 5132.
Representative Eisen moved to refer House Bill No. 5132 to the Committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 7-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Cambensy.
Nays: Reps. Sowerby, Pohutsky.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 5552 before the committee:
HB 5552
(Rep. Alexander)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending section 48729 (MCL 324.48729), as
amended by 2018 PA 643.
Representative Alexander testified in support of HB 5552.
Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified with a
neutral position on HB 5552.
Representative Wakeman moved to refer House Bill No. 5552 to the Committee on Ways and
Means. The motion prevailed 7-2-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Cambensy.
Nays: Reps. Sowerby, Pohutsky.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 5762 before the committee:
HB 5762
(Rep. Griffin)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 5301, 5403, 5405, and 5406
(MCL 324.5301, 324.5403, 324.5405, and
324.5406), section 5301 as amended by 2012 PA
560, sections 5403 and 5405 as added by 1997 PA
26, and section 5406 as amended by 2012 PA 561.
Representative Griffin testified in support of HB 5762.
Mandy Sheposh and Rami Haddad, representing Johnson Controls, Inc., testified in support
of HB 5762. Questions and discussion followed.
Travis Boeskool and Amy Epkey, representing the Michigan Department of Environment,
Great Lakes & Energy, testified with a neutral position on HB 5762. Questions and
discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5762, but did not wish to speak:
Charlotte Jameson, representing the MI Environmental Council.
Joe Fedewa, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
The Chair laid HB 5829 before the committee:
HB 5829
(Rep. Cambensy)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending section 1905 (MCL 324.1905), as
amended by 2012 PA 619.
Representative Cambensy testified in support of HB 5829. Questions and discussion
followed.
Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in
opposition to HB 5829.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the
meeting at 5:32 PM.
Representative Gary Howell, Chair
Amy Rostkowycz
Committee Clerk
arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TAX POLICY
REP. LYNN AFENDOULIS
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, September 15,
2020
10:15
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Committee on Tax Policy was called to order by Chair Afendoulis.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Hall,
O'Malley, Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Whitsett, Cynthia Neeley.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative O'Malley moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 9, 2020. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 6033, HB 6034 and HB 6035 before the committee:
HB 6033
(Rep. Webber)
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General
sales tax act," (MCL 205.51 to 205.78) by adding
section 4gg.
HB 6034
(Rep. Lilly)
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act,"
(MCL 205.91 to 205.111) by adding section 4gg.
HB 6035
(Rep. Tate)
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax
act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.713) by adding
sections 279 and 679.
Representative Webber explained the changes in substitute (H-1) for HB 6033 and substitute
(H-1) for HB 6034.
Representative Webber moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 6033. The motion prevailed
15-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Hall,
O'Malley, Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Whitsett, Cynthia Neeley.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Schroeder moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 6034. The motion prevailed
14-0-1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Hall,
O'Malley, Schroeder, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Whitsett, Cynthia Neeley.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. Yancey.
Representative Webber and Representative Tate testified in support of HB 6033 (H-1), HB
6034 (H-1) and HB 6035. Questions and discussion followed.
Matt Patton, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber, testified in support of HB 6033 (H-
1), HB 6034 (H-1) and HB 6035.
Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified in opposition to
HB 6033 (H-1), HB 6034 (H-1) and HB 6035. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 6033 (H-1), HB 6034 (H-1) and HB
6035, but did not wish to speak:
Kirstie Sieloff, representing the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance.
John McNamara, representing the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association.
Alexa Kramer, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber.
Ryan Tarrant, representing the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce.
Steve Japinga, representing the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce.
Mike Johnston, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association.
Amy Drumm, representing the Michigan Retailers Association.
Dan Papineau, representing the Michigan Chamber.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 6033 (H-1) and HB 6034 (H-2) but
did not wish to speak:
Micah Babcock, representing the Small Business Association of Michigan.
Midland Chamber.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Lynn Afendoulis adjourned the
meeting at 10:49 AM.
Representative Lynn Afendoulis, Chair
Molly Wingrove
Acting Committee Clerk
mwingrove@house.mi.gov


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS
REP. BRANDT IDEN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, September 15, 2020
10:15 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Committee on Ways and Means was called to order by Chair Iden.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd,
Hertel, Bolden.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 9, 2020. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 5777 before the committee:
HB 5777
(Rep. Howell)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 2104, 2132, and 2165 (MCL
324.2104, 324.2132, and 324.2165), sections 2104
and 2132 as amended by 2018 PA 238 and section
2165 as added by 2018 PA 240.
HB 5777 was previously before the committee on September 9, 2020.
Representative Warren offered the following amendment to HB 5777:
1. Amend page 5, line 16, after "before" by striking out the balance of the line through
"develop" on line 18 and inserting "acquiring, or making a decision to dispose of, lease, or
develop,".
Representative Warren spoke to her amendment.
Representative Warren moved to adopt the amendment to HB 5777. The motion prevailed 11-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd,
Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Warren moved to report House Bill No. 5777 as amended, as substitute (H-2).
The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd,
Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5777, but did not wish to speak:
Amy Trotter, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5777 and the amendment, but did
not wish to speak:
Tom Frazier, representing the Michigan Townships Association.
The Chair laid HB 4717 before the committee:
HB 4717
(Rep. Steven Johnson)
A bill to provide for the labeling of certain
portable fuel containers as made in Michigan; and
to make findings that, under certain
circumstances, portable fuel containers have not
entered or substantially affected interstate
commerce.
HB 4717 was previously before the committee on September 9, 2020.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4717. The motion prevailed 11-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd,
Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Chair Iden offered the following amendment to HB 4717 (H-1):
1. Amend page 2, line 23, after "part" by striking out "50," and inserting "59,".
Chair Iden spoke to his amendment.
Chair Iden moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4717 (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd,
Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Lilly moved to report House Bill No. 4717 as amended, as substitute (H-2).
The motion prevailed 7-4-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman.
Nays: Reps. Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4717, but did not wish to speak:
Joe Fedewa, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
The Chair laid HB 4035 before the committee:
HB 4035
(Rep. Ellison)
A bill to prohibit a local unit of government from
enacting or enforcing an ordinance, policy,
resolution, or rule that regulates a dog based upon
the breed or perceived breed of the dog; and to
provide for the powers and duties of certain local
governmental entities.
Heidi Zabik, representing the Representative Ellison, testified in support of HB 4035.
Questions and discussion followed.
Alissa Sullivan, the Mayor Pro Tempore of Hazel Park, testified in support of HB 4035.
Questions and discussion followed.
Richard Angelo, representing the Best Friends Animal Society, testified in support of HB
4035. Questions and discussion followed.
Vaughn Wagner, representing a group of concerned Waterford Citizens, testified in opposition
to HB 4035.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4035, but did not wish
to speak:
Jen Rigterink, representing the Michigan Municipal League.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4035, but did not wish to speak:
Michigan United Coonhound Association.
Michigan Fox Hunters Association.
Upper Peninsula Bear Hunters Association.
Michigan Bear Hunters Association.
Mike Thormon, representing the Michigan Hunting Dog Federation.
Nathan Kark, representing the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural
Development.
Ann Griffin, representing the Michigan Humane Society.
Molly Tamulevich, representing the Humane Society of the United States.
Tanya Hilgendoff, representing the Humane Society of Huron Valley.
Deb Schutt, representing the Michigan Pet Fund Alliance.
Courtney Protz Sanders, representing the Paws for Life Rescue and Make Michigan
Next.
Ken Kempkens, representing the Humane Society of Macomb County.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4035, but did not wish to speak:
Marie Monaco, representing the herself.
Ann Marie Rogers, representing the Responsible Citizens for Public Safety.
Tom Frazier, representing the Michigan Townships Association.
The Chair laid HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817 before the
committee:
HB 5812
(Rep. Howell)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 11502, 11503, 11504, 11505,
11506, 11507, 11507a, and 11508 (MCL
324.11502, 324.11503, 324.11504, 324.11505,
324.11506, 324.11507, 324.11507a, and
324.11508), and by designating sections 11502 to
11508 as subpart 1.
HB 5813
(Rep. Sowerby)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 11509, 11510, 11511, 11511a,
11511b, 11512, 11513, 11514, 11514b, 11515,
11516, 11517, 11518, 11519, 11519b, and 11521b
(MCL 324.11509, 324.11510, 324.11511,
324.11511a, 324.11511b, 324.11512, 324.11513,
324.11514, 324.11514b, 324.11515, 324.11516,
324.11517, 324.11518, 324.11519, 324.11519b,
and 324.11521b), by designating sections 11509 to
11519b as subpart 2 and section 11521b as subpart
3, and by adding sections 11512b, 11512d, 11512f,
and 11512h; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
HB 5814
(Rep. Rabhi)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 11523, 11523a, 11523b, 11525,
11525a, and 11525b (MCL 324.11523,
324.11523a, 324.11523b, 324.11525, 324.11525a,
and 324.11525b), by designating sections 11523 to
11525f as subpart 4, and by adding sections
11525d and 11525f.
HB 5815
(Rep. O'Malley)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act," by
amending sections 11526, 11526a, 11527, 11528,
11531, 11532, 11533, 11539, 11540, 11541,
11546, 11549, 11550, and 11553 (MCL
324.11526, 324.11526a, 324.11527, 324.11528,
324.11531, 324.11532, 324.11533, 324.11539,
324.11540, 324.11541, 324.11546, 324.11549,
324.11550, and 324.11553), section 11526 as
amended by 2004 PA 43, section 11526a as added
by 2004 PA 40, sections 11528, 11539, and 11550
as amended by 2018 PA 640, section 11533 as
amended by 2004 PA 44, section 11541 as
amended by 1996 PA 358, section 11546 as
amended by 2006 PA 56, section 11549 as
amended by 2006 PA 58, and section 11553 as
added by 2014 PA 178, and by designating
sections 11526 to 11533 as subpart 5, sections
11539 to 11541 as subpart 6, sections 11546 to
11549 as subpart 7, section 11550 as subpart 8,
section 11553 as subpart 9; and to repeal acts and
parts of acts.
HB 5816
(Rep. VanSingel)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act,"
(MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding subpart
10.
HB 5817
(Rep. Tate)
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural
resources and environmental protection act,"
(MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding subpart
11.
Representative Howell and Representative Sowerby testified in support of HB 5812, HB
5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817. Questions and discussion followed.
Kerrin O'Brien, representing the Michigan Recycling Coalition, testified in support of HB
5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817. Questions and discussion
followed.
Jeff Woolstrum and Chris Phillips, representing the Michigan Waste and Recycling
Association, testified with no position on HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816
and HB 5817. Questions and discussion followed.
Supervisor Bob Nix, representing Northville Township, testified in support of HB 5812, HB
5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817. Questions and discussion followed.
Liz Browne and Travis Boeskool, representing the Michigan Department of Environment,
Great Lakes and Energy, testified in support of HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB
5816 and HB 5817. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5814, but did not wish
to speak:
Sean Hammond, representing the Michigan Environmental Council.
Christina Schlitt, representing the League of Women Voters.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815,
HB 5816 and HB 5817, but did not wish to speak:
Ellen Link, representing the herself.
Amelia and Elaine Fischoff.
Tom Fraizer, representing the Michigan Townships Association.
Joe Fedewa, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
Dave Greco, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5815, HB 5816
and HB 5817, but did not wish to speak:
Sean Hammond, representing the Michigan Environmental Council.
Christina Schlitt, representing the League of Women Voters.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815,
HB 5816 and HB 5817, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak:
John Dulmes, representing the Michigan Chemistry Council.
The Chair laid HB 5770 before the committee:
HB 5770
(Rep. Mueller)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 331, entitled "Michigan
consumer protection act," by amending sections 3,
5, and 11 (MCL 445.903, 445.905, and 445.911),
section 3 as amended by 2018 PA 211 and section
5 as amended by 2006 PA 508, and by adding
section 3l.
Representative Mueller testified in support of HB 5770.
John McNamara, representing the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association, testified in
support of HB 5770.
Representative Hauck moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 5770. The motion prevailed 11-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd,
Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 5770 with recommendation, as substitute (H-3).
The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd,
Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5770, but did not wish to speak:
Bob DeVries, representing the Grub Hub.
The Chair laid SB 665 before the committee:
SB 665
(Sen. Victory)
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan
liquor control code of 1998," by amending section
411 (MCL 436.1411), as amended by 2018 PA
403.
Representative Lilly moved to report out SB 665 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd,
Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid SB 756 before the committee:
SB 756
(Sen. Ruth Johnson)
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan
election law," by amending section 765a (MCL
168.765a), as added by 2018 PA 123.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 756. The motion prevailed 11-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd,
Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to SB 756. The motion prevailed 11-0-
0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd,
Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Warren offered the following amendment to SB 756 (H-2):
1. Amend page 8, following line 14, by inserting:
"Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless House
Bill No. 5435 of the 100th Legislature is enacted into law.".
Representative Warren spoke to her amendment.
Representative Warren moved to adopt the amendment to SB 756 (H-2). The motion did not
prevail 4-7-0:
UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman.
Pass: None.
Representative Warren offered the following amendment to SB 756 (H-2):
1. Amend page 8, following line 14, by inserting:
"Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless House Bill No.
5987 of the 100th Legislature is enacted into law.".
Representative Warren spoke to her amendment.
Representative Warren moved to adopt the amendment to SB 756 (H-2). The motion did not
prevail 4-7-0:
UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman.
Pass: None.
Representative Warren offered the following amendment to SB 756 (H-2):
1. Amend page 8, following line 14, by inserting:
"Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless House Bill No.
5991 of the 100th Legislature is enacted into law.".
Representative Warren spoke to her amendment.
Representative Warren moved to adopt the amendment to SB 756 (H-2). The motion did not
prevail 4-7-0:
UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman.
Pass: None.
Representative Leutheuser moved to report out SB 756 with recommendation, as substitute
(H-2). The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd,
Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 756, but did not wish to speak:
Christina Schlitt, representing the League of Women Voters.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 756, but due to the time constraints
were unable to speak:
Garrett Wheat, representing the Senator Ruth Johnson.
The Chair laid HB 6192 before the committee:
HB 6192
(Rep. O'Malley)
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan
vehicle code," by amending sections 306 and 321c
(MCL 257.306 and 257.321c), as amended by
2020 PA 127.
Representative Meerman moved to report out HB 6192 with recommendation. The motion
prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd,
Hertel, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the
meeting at 11:51 PM.
Representative Brandt Iden, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
The Joint Select Committee on the COVID-19 Pandemic (HCR 20) submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, September 15, 2020, at 8:15 a.m., Room 519, House Office Building

Present: Senators Nesbitt, LaSata, and Hertel

Excused: Senators Schmidt and Hollier

Scheduled Meetings

Advice and Consent - Thursday, September 17, 10:30 a.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5314

Appropriations -

Subcommittee -

Universities and Community Colleges - Thursday, September 17, 2:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768 (CANCELED)

COVID-19 Pandemic Joint Select - Wednesday, September 16, 8:15 a.m., Room 519, Anderson House Office Building (517) 373-5795

Health Policy and Human Services - Thursday, September 17, 11:00 a.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower (517) 373-5323

Judiciary and Public Safety - Thursday, September 17, 8:30 a.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-5312

Legislative Council - Wednesday, September 23, 9:00 a.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-0212

Local Government - Thursday, September 17, 1:30 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373‑5312 (CANCELED)

Oversight - Wednesday, September 16, 9:00 a.m., Room 403, 4th Floor, Capitol Building and Thursday, September 17, 8:00 a.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5312

Senate Fiscal Agency Governing Board - Wednesday, September 16, 8:30 a.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

Senator MacGregor moved that the Senate adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 11:56 a.m.

The President, Lieutenant Governor Gilchrist, declared the Senate adjourned until Wednesday, September 16, 2020, at 10:00 a.m.

MARGARET O’BRIEN

Secretary of the Senate


evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. KEN HORN, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. KIMBERLY A. LASATA
SEN. ARIC NESBITT
SEN. TOM BARRETT
SEN. JON C. BUMSTEAD
SEN. RICK OUTMAN
SEN. SEAN MCCANN, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. WINNIE BRINKS
SEN. MALLORY MCMORROW
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON ENERGY AND
TECHNOLOGY
SENATOR DAN LAUWERS
CHAIR
S-2 CAPITOL BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7708
FAX: (517) 373-1450
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
September 15, 2020
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Energy and Technology was scheduled for Tuesday, September 15,
2020, at 2:00 p.m., in the Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SR 142 ( Lauwers) with recommendation.
2. Reported SR 143 ( Lauwers) with recommendation.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 2:00 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Lauwers, Sen.(s) Horn, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Bumstead, Outman,
McCann, Brinks and McMorrow, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to adopt the meeting minutes from July 28, 2020. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SR 142 and SR 143:
John Richter, Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association – Opposition
Laura S. Sherman, Michigan EIBC – No Position
Mike Byrne, Michigan Public Service Commission – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SR 142 and
SR 143:
John Dulmes, Michigan Chemistry Council – Support
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead to report SR 142 to the floor with recommendation that it be
adopted. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chair Lauwers, Sen.(s) Horn, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Bumstead, Outman, McCann, Brinks, and
McMorrow.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the resolution was reported.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to report SR 143 to the floor with recommendation that it be
adopted. The vote was as follows:
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Yeas: Chair Lauwers, Sen.(s) Horn, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Bumstead, Outman, McCann, Brinks, and
McMorrow.
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the resolution was reported.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:16 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: September 23, 2020
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