evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY
REP. HANK VAUPEL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, March 21, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Health Policy was called to order by the Chair.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, J Alexander, Calley, Lower, Whiteford, Afendoulis,
Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar, Pohutsky, Stone,
Witwer.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Hornberger.
Representative Lower moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 14, 2019 10:30 AM.
There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative Liberati moved to excuse Representative Hornberger from the meeting. There
being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4056 before the committee:
HB 4056
(Rep. Anthony) A bill to amend 2014 PA 462,
entitled"An act to allow peace officers to carry and
administer opioid antagonists in certain circumstances; to
provide access to opioid antagonists by law enforcement
agencies and peace officers; and to limit the civil and
criminal liability of law enforcement agencies and peace
officers for the possession, distribution, and use of opioid
antagonists under certain circumstances,"by amending
section 1 (MCL 28.541).
Representative Anthony, along with Andy Porter, representing the Michigan Corrections
Organization, testified in support of the bill. Questions and discussion followed.
Steve James, the Service Employees International Union Michigan State Council, testified in
support of HB 4056.
Christine Shearer, the Michigan Association of Health Plans., testified in support of HB 4056.
Kyle Kaminski, the Michigan Department of Corrections., testified in support of HB 4056.
The Chair laid HB 4345 and HB 4346 before the committee:
HB 4345
(Rep. Garrett)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368,
entitled"Public health code,"by amending section 20912
(MCL 333.20912), as amended by 2000 PA 375.
HB 4346
(Rep. Jones)
A bill to amend 2014 PA 462,
entitled"An act to allow peace officers to carry and
administer opioid antagonists in certain circumstances; to
provide access to opioid antagonists by law enforcement
agencies and peace officers; and to limit the civil and
criminal liability of law enforcement agencies and peace
officers for the possession, distribution, and use of opioid
antagonists under certain circumstances,"by amending
the title and sections 2, 3, and 4 (MCL 28.542, 28.543,
and 28.544).
Representative Garrett and Representative Jones both testified in support of the bills.
Angela Madden, representing the Michigan EMS Practitioners Association and the Michigan
Association of Ambulance Services, testified in opposition to House Bill No. 4325. Questions
and discussion followed.
Montgomery Nye, representing Michigan Professional Fire Fighters, testified in opposition to
House Bill No. 4325. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair invited Brad Bauer, representing Appriss, to give a presentation on the prescription
drug monitoring programs. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair invited Kim Gaedeke, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and
Regulatory Affairs, to give a presentation on the Michigan Automated Prescription System
Program. Questions and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Hank Vaupel adjourned the
meeting at 11:49 AM.
Representative Hank Vaupel, Chair
Sondra Gordon
Committee Clerk
sgordon@house.mi.gov
Date Adopted: July 10, 2019


location: Room 521, House Office Building

meeting_state: held

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON INSURANCE
REP. DAIRE L RENDON
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, March 21, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Insurance was called to order by Chair Rendon.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Rendon, Markkanen, Webber, Vaupel, Bellino, Hoitenga, LaFave, Berman,
Paquette, Wittenberg, Gay-Dagnogo, Lasinski, Sneller, Bolden, B Carter, Coleman.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Frederick.
The Chair laid the presentation from the Institutes Griffith Foundation before the committee.
Frank Paul Tomasello, Senior Director at the Institutes Griffith Foundation, joined by David
Pooser, Ph.D, professor at St. John’s University, provided a presentation regarding an Overview
of Risk and Insurance: Principles and New Market Developments. Questions and discussion
followed.
Representative Wittenberg moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 21, 2019. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative Rendon moved to excuse Representative Frederick from the meeting. There being
no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Daire Rendon adjourned the meeting
at 10:23 AM.
Representative Daire Rendon, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov


location: Room 326, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT
REP. MATT HALL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, March 21, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 326, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Oversight was called to order by Chairman Hall.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hall, Reilly, Webber, S Johnson, LaFave, C. A. Johnson, Camilleri, LaGrand.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Schroeder.
Representative Webber moved to adopt the meeting minutes from the March 20th, 2019. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Jennifer Wayno, Interim Director of Children Services Agency; Louis Roubal, Regional Director
of Child Services Agency; Stacie Bladen, Department Director of Programs and Policy; Colin
Parks, Child Protective Services Program Director, spoke regarding the Child Protective Services
Performance Audit from September 2018. Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Reilly moved to excuse Representative Schroeder from the meeting. There being
no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Matt Hall adjourned the meeting at
11:49 AM.
Representative Matt Hall, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS
REP. BRANDT IDEN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, March 21,
2019
10:30
a.m.
Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol
Building
The House Standing Committee on Ways and Means was called to order by Chairman Iden.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Absent/Excused: None.
The Chair laid HB 4226 before the committee:
HB 4226
(Rep. Berman) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled
“Revised judicature act of 1961,"by amending section 3240
(MCL 600.3240), as amended by 2014 PA 431.
Representative Lilly offered the following amendment to HB 4226:
1. Amend page 2, line 20, by striking out “$200.00” and inserting “$250.00”.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4226. The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Representative. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren,
Byrd, Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Rep. Lilly moved to report House Bill No. 4226 as amended, as substitute (H-1) with
recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Representative. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren,
Byrd, Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4162 before the committee:
HB 4162
(Rep. Reilly)
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The
revised school code,” by amending section 1279g (MCL
380.1279g), as amended by 2016 PA 170, and by adding
section 1279i.
Representative Reilly and Representative Hornberger testified in support of HB 4162. Questions
and discussion followed.
Katy Lawrence and Rose Babington, representing ACT, Inc., testified in opposition of HB 4162.
Questions and discussion followed.
Wendy Block, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, testified in opposition of HB
4162. Questions and discussion followed.
Howard Hipes, representing the Brick Layers and Craftworkers, testified in opposition of HB
4162. Questions and discussion followed.
Lee Graham, representing the Operating Engineers 324, testified in opposition of HB 4162.
Questions and discussion followed.
Jay Dunwell, representing the Wolverine Coil Spring, testified in opposition of HB 4162.
Questions and discussion followed.
Delaney McKinley, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association, testified in opposition
of HB 4162. Questions and discussion followed.
Dawn Crandall, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan, testified in opposition
of HB 4162.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4162, but due to the time constraints
were unable to speak:
Jerry Johnson, representing the Barry, Branch, Calhoun, Jackson, Lenawee, and Monroe
County Intermediate School Districts.
Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals.
The following people submitted a card in opposition of HB 4162, but due to the time constraints
were unable to speak:
Kevin Stotts, representing the Talent 2025.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4162, but did not wish to speak:
David Randels, representing the Oakland Schools.
Caroline Liethen, representing the Michigan Department of Education.
Peter Spadafore, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents and
Administrators.
Patti Tremblay, representing the Michigan Association of Intermediate School
Administrators.
The following people submitted a card in opposition of HB 4162, but did not wish to speak:
Noah Smith, representing the Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters.
Lance Binoniemi, representing the Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation Association.
Representative Warren moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 19th, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the meeting at
11:57 AM.
Representative Brandt Iden, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


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

Meeting held on Thursday, March 21, 2019, at 8:00 a.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower

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

Excused: Senator Schmidt

Scheduled Meetings

Appropriations -

Subcommittees -

General Government - Wednesdays, April 10 and April 17, 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

Talent and Economic Development/MEDC - Tuesday, April 16, 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

Senator Lauwers moved that the Senate adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 10:32 a.m.

Pursuant to House Concurrent Resolution No. 5, the President, Lieutenant Governor Gilchrist, declared the Senate adjourned until Tuesday, April 9, 2019, at 10:00 a.m.

MARGARET O’BRIEN

Secretary of the Senate


location: Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building

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

Meeting held on Thursday, March 21, 2019, at 1:30 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Barrett (C), Runestad and Hollier


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

Meeting held on Thursday, March 21, 2019, at 1:30 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

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

Excused: Senator Zorn


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

Meeting held on Thursday, March 21, 2019, at 3:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Victory (C), Daley and McCann


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION
REP. PAMELA HORNBERGER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, April 9, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Education was called to order by Chair Hornberger.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Crawford, Vaupel, Reilly, Hall, Markkanen, O'Malley,
Wakeman, Camilleri, Sowerby, B. Carter, T. Carter, Koleszar.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Stone.
Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from the March 19th, 2019
meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4368 and HB 4369 before the committee:
HB 4368
(Rep. Hornberger)
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled"
The state school aid act of 1979,"by repealing section 160
(MCL 388.1760).
HB 4369
(Rep. Johnson) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled" The
revised school code," by amending section 1284a (MCL
380.1284a), as added by 2007 PA 101; and to repeal acts and
parts of acts.
Representative Paquette moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4369. The motion prevailed 13-
0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Crawford, Vaupel, Reilly, Markkanen, O'Malley,
Wakeman, Camilleri, Sowerby, B Carter, T Carter, Koleszar.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Chair Hornberger handed the gavel over to Vice Chair Paquette at 9:06 a.m.
Chair Hornberger and Representative S. Johnson testified in support of HB 4368 and HB 4369.
Questions and discussion followed.
Nicki Polan, representing the Michigan Boating Industries Association, and Connor Spalding,
representing the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association, both spoke in opposition to the
bills. Questions and discussion followed.
Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards, and Peter Spadafore,
representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents, both spoke in support of the bills, as
introduced.
Beth DeShone, representing the Great Lakes Education Project, spoke in support of the bills.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4368 and HB 4369, but did not wish to
speak:
Chris Glass, representing Michigan Talent Triangle.
Rusty Merchant, representing Grand Rapids Public Schools.
Caroline Liethen, representing Michigan Department of Education.
Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of School Principals.
Tony Daunt, representing Michigan Freedom Fund.
David Randels, representing Oakland Schools.
Alicia Urbain, representing Michigan Association of Public School Academies.
The following people submitted a card in opposition of HB 4368 and HB 4369, but did not wish
to speak:
Bill Sheffer, representing Michigan Association of RVs and Campers.
Bob Lukens, representing the Muskegon County Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Matt Sowash, representing the Michigan Association of Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Amy Drumm, representing the Michigan Detailer’s Association.
Patricia Widmayer, representing the Michigan Bed and Breakfast Association.
Linda Hoath, representing the Sault St. Marie Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Mary Zucchero, representing the Livingston County Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Ken Hayward, representing The Grand Hotel.
Jack Schripsema, President and CEO of the Greater Lansing Convention and Visitors
Bureau.
Kathryn Kenny, representing the Manistee County Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Representative O'Malley moved to excuse Representative Stone from the meeting. There being
no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Vice Chair Paquette adjourned the
meeting at 9:41 AM.
Representative Pamela Hornberger, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


location: Room 519, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
REP. GRAHAM FILLER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, April 9, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Judiciary was called to order by the Chair.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, S. Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Bolden.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Yancey.
Representative Farrington moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 19, 2019. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Representative LaGrand moved to excuse Representative Yancey from the meeting. There being
no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid SB 203 before the committee:
SB 203
(Sen. MacDonald)
A bill to amend 2016 PA 281,
entitled"Medical marihuana facilities licensing act,"by
amending section 102 (MCL 333.27102), as amended by
2018 PA 648.
Senator MacDonald and Frank Waters, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and
Regulatory Affairs, testified together in support of the bill.
At 9:06 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 9:13 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The following people submitted a card in support of SB 203, but did not wish to speak:
Kevin McKinney, representing the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association.
Matt Miner, representing the Great Lakes Cannabis Chamber of Commerce.
Representative Berman moved to report out Senate Bill No. 203 with the recommendation that
the bill pass. The motion prevailed 12-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, S. Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak,
LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Bolden.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The Chair laid HB 4133, HB 4134, HB 4135, HB 4136, HB 4137, HB 4138, HB 4139, HB 4140,
HB 4141, HB 4142, HB 4143, HB 4144, HB 4145 and HB 4146 before the committee:
HB 4133
(Rep. Hauck)
A bill to amend 1939 PA 288,
entitled"Probate code of 1939,"by amending sections 1, 3,
and 11 of chapter XIIA (MCL 712A.1, 712A.3, and
712A.11), section 1 as amended by 2016 PA 496, section 3
as amended by 1996 PA 409, and section 11 as amended by
2016 PA 185.
HB 4134
(Rep. Wozniak) A bill to amend 1974 PA 258,
entitled"Mental health code,"by amending section 1060a
(MCL 330.2060a), as added by 2012 PA 540.
HB 4135
(Rep. Calley)
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled"The
code of criminal procedure,"by amending section 11 of
chapter II (MCL 762.11), as amended by 2015 PA 31.
HB 4136
(Rep. Berman) A bill to amend 1988 PA 13,
entitled"Juvenile diversion act,"by amending sections 2 and
8 (MCL 722.822 and 722.828), section 2 as amended by
1996 PA 415.
HB 4137
(Rep. Webber) A bill to amend 2013 PA 93,
entitled"Michigan indigent defense commission act,"by
amending section 3 (MCL 780.983), as amended by 2018 PA
214.
HB 4138
(Rep. Rendon) A bill to amend 1974 PA 150, entitled"Youth
rehabilitation services act,"by amending section 2 (MCL
803.302), as amended by 1998 PA 517.
HB 4139
(Rep. LaGrand) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled"The
code of criminal procedure,"by amending section 15b of
chapter IV (MCL 764.15b), as amended by 2001 PA 209.
HB 4140
(Rep. Guerra)
A bill to amend 1939 PA 288,
entitled"Probate code of 1939,"by amending sections 14, 15,
16, 18, and 18i of chapter XIIA (MCL 712A.14, 712A.15,
712A.16, 712A.18, and 712A.18i), section 14 as amended by
2012 PA 163, section 15 as amended by 1998 PA 474,
section 16 as amended by 1998 PA 478, section 18 as
amended by 2018 PA 58, and section 18i as added by 1996
PA 244.
HB 4141
(Rep. Neeley)
A bill to amend 1939 PA 288,
entitled"Probate code of 1939,"by amending sections 2 and
2d of chapter XIIA (MCL 712A.2 and 712A.2d), section 2 as
amended by 2018 PA 58 and section 2d as amended by 1998
PA 478.
HB 4142
(Rep. Elder)
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled"The
code of criminal procedure,"by amending section 27 of
chapter IV (MCL 764.27), as amended by 1996 PA 418.
HB 4143
(Rep. Love)
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled"The
Michigan penal code,"by amending section 139 (MCL
750.139), as amended by 1998 PA 510.
HB 4144
(Rep. Brann)
A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled"The
social welfare act,"by amending section 117a (MCL
400.117a), as amended by 2018 PA 244.
HB 4145
(Rep. Filler)
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled"The
code of criminal procedure,"by amending section 27a of
chapter IV (MCL 764.27a), as amended by 1996 PA 254.
HB 4146
(Rep. Whiteford)
A bill to amend 1939 PA 280,
entitled"The social welfare act,"(MCL 400.1 to 400.119b) by
adding section 117i.
Representative Love and Representative Hauck testified together in support of the bill package.
Monte Burmeister, representing the Michigan Probate Judges Association, testified with a
neutral position on HB 4133, HB 4134, HB 4135, HB 4136, HB 4137, HB 4138, HB 4139, HB
4140, HB 4141, HB 4142, HB 4143, HB 4144, HB 4145 and HB 4146. Questions and discussion
followed.
Jason Smith, representing the Michigan Council on Crime and Delinquency, testified in support
of HB 4133, HB 4134, HB 4135, HB 4136, HB 4137, HB 4138, HB 4139, HB 4140, HB 4141,
HB 4142, HB 4143, HB 4144, HB 4145 and HB 4146.
Kimberly Buddin and Richard Griffin, both representing the American Civil Liberties Union of
Michigan, testified in support of HB 4133, HB 4134, HB 4135, HB 4136, HB 4137, HB 4138,
HB 4139, HB 4140, HB 4141, HB 4142, HB 4143, HB 4144, HB 4145 and HB 4146.
Tom Hickson, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference, testified in support of HB 4133,
HB 4134, HB 4135, HB 4136, HB 4137, HB 4138, HB 4139, HB 4140, HB 4141, HB 4142, HB
4143, HB 4144, HB 4145 and HB 4146.
Meghann Keit, representing the Michigan Association of Counties, testified with no position on
HB 4133, HB 4134, HB 4135, HB 4136, HB 4137, HB 4138, HB 4139, HB 4140, HB 4141, HB
4142, HB 4143, HB 4144, HB 4145 and HB 4146. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card with no position of HB 4133, HB 4134, HB 4135, HB
4136, HB 4137, HB 4138, HB 4139, HB 4140, HB 4141, HB 4142, HB 4143, HB 4144, HB
4145 and HB 4146, but did not wish to speak:
DJ Hilson, Muskegon County Prosecutor, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys
Association of Michigan.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4133, HB 4134, HB 4135, HB 4136,
HB 4137, HB 4138, HB 4139, HB 4140, HB 4141, HB 4142, HB 4143, HB 4144, HB 4145 and
HB 4146, but did not wish to speak:
Laurel Luke, representing the Coalition of Justice Voters.
Leon El-Alamin, representing the M.A.D.E Institute.
Lois Pullano, representing Citizens for Prison Reform.
Peter T. Stevens, representing himself.
Jordan Evans, representing My Brothers Keeper Michigan.
Amy Lewis, representing Black Lives Matter Michigan.
Angela Waters Austin, representing One Love Global.
Jessica Hernandez, representing the Ezekiel Project.
Judy Karandjeff, representing the League of Women Voters.
Kahryn Riley, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy.
Anne Suess, M.D.,, representing the Lansing Church of the Brethren.
Laura Millard Ross, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy.
Josh Rovner, representing The Sentencing Project.
Alyson Clementes, representing the National Juvenile Justice Network.
George Covintree, representing the Michigan Area United Methodists Church.
Marcy Mistrett, representing the Campaign for Youth Justice.
Melissa Fernandez, representing the Spectrum Juvenile Justice Services.
Jesse Kelley, representing R Street.
Matthew Gillard, representing Michigan’s Children.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Graham Filler adjourned the meeting
at 9:55 AM.
Representative Graham Filler, Chair
Melissa Weipert
Committee Clerk
mweipert@house.mi.gov


location: Room 307, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON MILITARY, VETERANS AND HOMELAND SECURITY
REP. BEAU M LAFAVE
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, April 9, 2019
12:00 PM
Room 307, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Military, Veterans and Homeland Security was called to
order by Chairman LaFave.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. LaFave, Mueller, Marino, Afendoulis, Markkanen, Jones, Chirkun, T Carter,
Manoogian.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Marino moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 12, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
At 12:01 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 12:02 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The Chair laid HB 4083 and HB 4090 before the committee:
HB 4083
(Rep. Hornberger)
A bill to prohibit local units of
government from enacting or enforcing any law, ordinance,
policy, or rule that limits local officials, officers, or
employees from communicating or cooperating with
appropriate federal officials concerning the immigration
status of individuals; to prescribe the powers and duties of
certain state and local officers, officials, and employees; and
to prescribe penalties and remedies.
HB 4090
(Rep. LaFave)
A bill to prohibit counties from enacting or
enforcing any law, ordinance, policy, or rule that limits local
officials, officers, or employees from communicating or
cooperating with appropriate federal officials concerning the
immigration status of individuals; to prescribe the powers
and duties of certain state and local officers, officials, and
employees; and to prescribe penalties and remedies.
Representative Hornberger introduced her bill. Questions and discussion followed.
Chair LaFave introduced his bill.
Kimberly Buddin, representing the American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan, testified in
opposition of HB 4083 and HB 4090.
Chief Deputy Jason Ferguson, Sheriff of Ingham County, testified in opposition of HB 4083 and
HB 4090.
Paul Stankewitz, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference, testified with a neutral position
on HB 4083 and HB 4090.
Maria Salazar, representing Michigan United, testified in opposition to HB 4083 and HB 4090.
Questions and discussion followed.
Randy Block, representing the Michigan Unitarian Universalists Social Justice Network, testified
in opposition to HB 4083 and HB 4090.
Brother Thomas Zerafa, representing the Michigan Coalition for Human Rights, testified in
opposition to HB 4083 and HB 4090.
Akash Patel, representing himself, testified in opposition to HB 4083 and HB 4090. Questions
and discussion followed.
Jessica Prozinski, representing Stop Trump Ann Arbor, testified in opposition to HB 4083 and
HB 4090.
The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4083 and HB 4090, but due to the
time constraints were unable to speak:
Hillary Scholten, representing the Michigan Immigrants Rights Center.
Rebeca Ontiveros-Chavez, representing the Michigan Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee
Rights.
Juan Marinez, representing himself.
Oscar Castauela, representing Action of Lansing.
Chris Hackbarth, representing the Michigan Municipal League.
Adam Nash, representing himself.
Diego Bonesatti, Michigan United
Natalie Czallagher, Academic Research on Immigration Legislation
Doug Booth, Michigan United
Theresa Rich, Farmington Hills City Council
Adonis Flores, Michigan United
The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4083 and HB 4090, but due to the time
constraints were unable to speak:
P. Deishan Myles, Team Pathusky
The following people submitted a card in opposition of HB 4083 and HB 4090, but did not wish
to speak:
Jack Egglesto, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
Lisa Hamel, 702 Father Dukette
Julie A Lake
Moreno Taylor II, Wayne County
Linda Furlough
Henrietta Ivey, Michigan Caring Majority
Tim Ellerbe, Michigan Caring Majority
Roquesha O'Neal
Edna R. Bick, Michigan Unitarian Universalist Social Justice Network
Therese Shelley, Michigan United
Diana Youssef Faraj, Michigan United
Hauwa Abbas
Andrew Nowicki
Stuart Fielder
Casey Copp, Michigan United
Samuel D. Johnson, Michigan United
Juanita Bedell, Michigan United
Glenn Maxwell
George White, Michigan United
Bebda Washington, Michigan United
Doug Fleury, Michigan United
Pamela Coles, Michigan United
Rebecca Cooke, Michigan United
Jennifer Stark, U.S. Veterans
Rev. Sharon Buttry, Michigan United
Susan Matthews, Michigan United
Jose Garcia, St. Francis, St. Maximilian
Megan Kreger, Michigan United
Olga Martinez, St. Francis, St. Maximilian
Leticia Ueusties, Michigan United
Alvin Chee, St. Francis, St. Maximilian
Luis Garrido, representing St. Francis, St. Maximilian.
Jose Moline, representing St. Francis, St. Maximilian.
Virulaba Gonzalez, representing St. Francis, St. Maximilian.
Irmo Gonzalez, representing San Clemente.
Flor Monjaras, representing San Clemente.
Teresa Silva, representing St. Francis, St. Maximilian.
Claudia Fabian, representing Michigan United.
Armanda Gonzalez, representing Michigan United.
Tania Mandoza, representing St. Francis, St. Maximilian.
Fabrola Cobles, representing St. Francis, St. Maximilian.
Jasmin Lopez, representing Michigan United.
Maria Lilla Torres, representing Michigan United.
Noc Torres, representing Michigan United.
Ubaldo Rincu, representing St. Francis, St. Maximilian.
Lilia Sanchez, representing St. Francis, St. Maximilian.
Juventino Pineda-Hernandez, representing St. Francis, St. Maximilian.
Adriana Barron, representing St. Francis, St. Maximilian.
Amanda Youssef, representing Michigan United.
Elder Leslie Matthews, representing Michigan United.
Isabel Robles, representing St. Francis, St. Maximilian.
Fior Aguilar, representing St. Francis, St. Maximilian.
Hilaria Martinez, representing St. Francis, St. Maximilian.
Jose Rodriguez-Samuno, representing Michigan United.
Yesenia Daldivia-Zarate, representing Michigan United.
Josselin Zepeda, representing Michigan United.
Victoria Salazar, representing Michigan United.
Ana Torres, representing Michigan United.
Emanuel Romero, representing Michigan United.
Jerry Clayton, representing the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office.
Lee Gonzales, representing the Michigan Department of Civil Rights.
Sherri Mason, representing Michigan United.
Vickie Smith, representing Indivisible Huron Valley.
Daniel Carrear-Conderos.
Tony Portrick, representing Mt. Hope Presbyterian Church.
Judy Allen, representing Michigan Townships Association.
Nadine Yousif, representing Code Legal Aid.
Heidi Thornley, representing the Citizens of Michigan.
Peter Ruark, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy.
Judy Karandyeff, representing the League of Women Voters.
Derek Sova, representing the Michigan Office of New Americans.
Amy Gumbrecht, representing Wayne County.
Blaine Koops, representing the Michigan Sheriff's Association.
Deena Bosworth, representing the Michigan Association of Counties.
Melanie Goldberg.
Yesenia Munella.
Audrey Pleasant, representing Michigan United.
Theresa Rich, representing herself.
Nomi Joyrich, representing Michigan United.
Sreela Dalta, representing Michigan United.
Representative Mueller moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4083. The motion prevailed 5-0-
4:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Mueller, Marino, Afendoulis, Markkanen.
Nays: None.
Pass: Reps. Jones, Chirkun, T Carter, Manoogian.
Representative Mueller moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4090. The motion prevailed 5-0-
4:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Mueller, Marino, Afendoulis, Markkanen.
Nays: None.
Pass: Reps. Jones, Chirkun, T Carter, Manoogian.
Representative Marino moved to refer House Bill No. 4083 to the committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 5-4-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Mueller, Marino, Afendoulis, Markkanen.
Nays: Reps. Jones, Chirkun, T Carter, Manoogian.
Pass: None.
Representative Marino moved to refer House Bill No. 4090 to the committee on Ways and
Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 5-4-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Mueller, Marino, Afendoulis, Markkanen.
Nays: Reps. Jones, Chirkun, T Carter, Manoogian.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Beau LaFave adjourned the meeting
at 12:58 PM.
Representative Beau LaFave, Chair
Matthew Carnagie
Committee Clerk
mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION
REP. GARY HOWELL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, April 9, 2019
12:00 PM
Room 326, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to
order by Chairman Howell.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy,
Pohutsky.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Eisen moved to adopt the minutes from the March 19th, 2019 meeting. There
being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair invited Vicki Pontz, representing the Michigan Natural Resources Commission, to
give a presentation. Questions and discussion followed.
The Chair invited Garret Johnson, representing the Michigan Nature Association, to give a
presentation. Questions and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting
at 12:54 PM.
Representative Gary Howell, Chair
Amy K Rostkowycz
Committee Clerk
arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS
REP. BRANDT IDEN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, April 9, 2019
10:30
AM
Room 352, House Appropriations,
State Capitol Building
The House Standing Committee on Ways and Means was called to order by the Chair.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Absent/Excused: None.
The Chair laid HB 4224 before the committee:
HB 4224
(Rep. Hoitenga) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled
“Public health code,” by amending section 7104 (MCL
333.7104), as amended by 2001 PA 233.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4224. The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Lilly moved to report out House Bill No. 4224 with recommendation, as
substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4224, but did not wish to speak:
Frank Waters, representing Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
Barry Cargill, representing Michigan Homecare and Hospice.
The Chair laid HB 4225 before the committee:
HB 4225
(Rep. Kahle)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled
“Public health code,“ by amending section 7303a (MCL
333.7303a), as amended by 2018 PA 101.
Representative Griffin moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4225. The motion did not prevail
0-11-0:
UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: None.
Nays: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Pass: None.
Representative Wentworth moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4225. The motion prevailed
11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Leutheuser moved to report out House Bill No. 4225 with the recommendation,
as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4225, but did not wish to speak:
Frank Waters, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
Barry Cargill, representing the Michigan Homecare and Hospice.
Rebecca Mastee, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference.
The Chair laid HB 4051 before the committee:
HB 4051
(Rep. Whiteford)
A bill to amend 1974 PA 258,
entitled “Mental health code,"(MCL 330.1001 to 330.2106)
by adding section 165.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4051. The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Warren offered the following amendment to HB 4051 (H-2):
1.
Amend page 2, line 27, after “691.1407” by inserting “IF THE INDIVIDUAL
COMPLIES WITH THIS ACT AND ALL APPLICABLE LAWS”.
Representative Warren moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4051 (H-2). The motion did not
prevail 4-7-0:
UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Warren, Byrd, Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth.
Pass: None.
Representative Leutheuser moved to report out House Bill No. 4051 with the recommendation,
as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4051, but did not wish to speak:
Tim Greimel, representing AFSCME Council 25.
The Chair laid HB 4121 before the committee:
HB 4121
(Rep. Byrd)
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The
general property tax act,” by amending section 78q (MCL
211.78q), as amended by 2016 PA 518.
Representative Hertel moved to report out House Bill No. 4121 with the recommendation. The
motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4121, but did not wish to speak:
Tim Greimel, representing AFSCME Council 25.
The Chair laid HB 4156 before the committee:
HB 4156
(Rep. Vaupel)
A bill to amend 1943 PA 240, entitled “State
employees' retirement act, “by amending section 68c (MCL
38.68c), as amended by 2018 PA 357.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-5) to HB 4156. The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wentworth moved to report out House Bill No. 4156 with the recommendation,
as substitute (H-5). The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4156, but did not wish to speak:
John McNamara, representing McLaren Health Care.
The following people submitted a card with no position on HB 4156, but did not wish to speak:
Tim Greimel, representing AFSCME Council 25.
Stephanie Glidden, representing Michigan AFL-CIO.
Representative Warren moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 21, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the meeting at
10:53 AM.
Representative Brandt Iden, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
The Subcommittee on Transportation submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, April 9, 2019, at 12:00 noon, Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

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


evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. PETER J. LUCIDO, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. LANA THEIS
SEN. MICHAEL MACDONALD
SEN. JEFF IRWIN, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT
SENATOR ED MCBROOM
CHAIR
7200 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7840
FAX: (517) 373-3932
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
April 9, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Oversight was scheduled for Tuesday, April 9, 2019, at 2:00 p.m., in
the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 245 (Sen. McBroom).
2. Testimony regarding SB 246 (Sen. Hollier).
_______________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 2:02 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time,
the following members were present: Chairman McBroom, Sen.(s) Lucido, Theis, MacDonald, and Irwin, a
quorum was present.
The Chairman invited the committee to recite the Pledge of Alliance.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Lucido to adopt the meeting minutes from February 19, 2019,
February 26, 2019, and March 12, 2019. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman summarized SB 245 and invited Sen. Hollier to summarize SB 246. Member questions
followed.
The Chairman invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB’s 245 and 246 remotely
from Escanaba, Michigan:

Rory Mattson, Delta Conservation District – Support

Greg Stoll, Citizen – Support
The Chairman invited the following individual to present testimony regarding SB’s 245 and 246:

Charles Owens, National Federation of Independent Business – Support. Member questions
followed.
The Chairman read the card of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB’s 245 and
246:

Meghann Keit, Michigan Association of Counties – Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Irwin to
adjourn the meeting. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:45 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 04/23/2019


evidence_text:
The Subcommittee on Talent and Economic Development/ MEDC submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, April 9, 2019, at 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

Present: Senators Horn (C), Hollier and Schmidt


evidence_text:
The Subcommittee on Natural Resources and Environmental Quality submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, April 9, 2019 at 8:30 a.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

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

Scheduled Meetings

Administrative Rules - Thursday, April 11, 3:00 p.m., Room 326, Anderson House Office Building (517) 373-5630

Appropriations - Wednesday, April 10, 2:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-5307

Subcommittees –

Agriculture and Rural Development - Thursdays, April 11 and April 18, 3:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768

Capital Outlay - Wednesday, April 17, 4:00 p.m. or later after committees are given leave by the House to meet, Room 519, Anderson House Office Building (517) 373-2768

General Government - Wednesdays, April 10 and April 17, 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

Justice and Public Safety - Thursdays, April 11 and April 18, 1:30 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768

K-12 and Michigan Department of Education - Thursday, April 11, 8:30 a.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)/Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) - Thursday, April 11, 8:30 a.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768

Talent and Economic Development/MEDC - Tuesday, April 16, 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

Transportation - Tuesday, April 16, 12:00 noon, Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768

Economic and Small Business Development and House Commerce and Tourism - Wednesday, April 10, 3:30 p.m., Room 519, Anderson House Office Building (517) 373-1721

Health Policy and Human Services - Thursday, April 11, 1:00 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5323

Insurance and Banking - Wednesday, April 10, 8:30 a.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5314

Judiciary and Public Safety - Thursday, April 11, 8:30 a.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5312

Local Government - Thursday, April 11, 1:30 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-1721

Natural Resources - Wednesday, April 10, 8:30 a.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building

Remote Access: Michigan Works!, 2950 College Avenue, Escanaba (517) 373-5312

State Drug Treatment Court Advisory Committee - Tuesday, April 16, 10:00 a.m., Legislative Council Conference Room, 3rd Floor, Boji Tower (517) 373-0212

Senator MacGregor moved that the Senate adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 11:23 a.m.

The President, Lieutenant Governor Gilchrist, declared the Senate adjourned until Wednesday, April 10, 2019, at 10:00 a.m.

MARGARET O’BRIEN

Secretary of the Senate


evidence_text:
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
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
April 9, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Environmental Quality was scheduled for Tuesday, April 9, 2019, at
1:00 p.m., in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Presentation by the Oil, Gas and Minerals Division of the Michigan Department of Environmental
Quality regarding the Division and its responsibilities.
2. Presentation by the Michigan Environmental Council regarding their involvement with oil and gas
issues concerning Michigan.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:01 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair Outman, Sen.(s) Daley, Johnson, VanderWall, McBroom, Bayer, and
Brinks, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to adopt the meeting minutes from March 19, 2019. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited Division Director Adam Wygant and Policy Director Sarah Howes to give a presentation
providing an overview of the Oil, Gas and Minerals Division of the Michigan Department of Environmental
Quality.
The Chair invited Sean Hammond, Deputy Policy Director for the Michigan Environmental Council, to give
a presentation regarding the Council's involvement with oil and gas issues that concern Michigan.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:54 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: April 16, 2019
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evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE
REP. JULIE ALEXANDER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 326, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Agriculture was called to order by the Chair.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Alexander, Meerman, LaFave, Eisen, Mueller, Wendzel, Coleman, Garza,
Cynthia Johnson, Witwer.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Elder.
Representative Eisen moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 20, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Jolene Griffin, the Director of Industry Relations for the United Dairy Institute of Michigan,
provided a presentation regarding family dairy farms in Michigan. Questions and discussion
followed.
Dick Byslma, the Director of Dairy Sales for the National Farmers Organization, provided a
presentation regarding the National Farmers Organization, the challenges facing today’s dairy
farmers, and possible solutions to help solve various issues facing dairy farmers. Questions and
discussion followed.
Representative LaFave moved to excuse Representative Elder from the meeting. There being no
objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Julie Alexander adjourned the
meeting at 11:30 AM.
Representative Julie Alexander, Chair
Dakota Soda
Committee Clerk
dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON COMMERCE AND TOURISM
REP. STEVE MARINO
CHAIR
Minutes of the Joint Committee Meeting of the
House Standing Committee on Commerce and Tourism
and
Senate Committee on Economic and Small Business Development
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
3:38 PM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Commerce and Tourism was called to order by Chairman
Marino.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Marino, Wendzel, Reilly, Meerman, Schroeder, Wakeman, Cambensy,
Camilleri, Hope, Manoogian, Robinson.
Absent/Excused: None.
House Chair turned the gavel over to the Senate Chair.
______
The Senate Committee on Economic and Small Business Development was called to order by
the Chair, Senator Ken Horn at 3:39 p.m.
The roll was called by the Senate Clerk and announced that a quorum was present. Members
present: Senators Horn, VanderWall, Theis, Lauwer, Schmidt, McMorrow, Geiss, and Moss.
(8/9)
Member absent: Senator MacGregor. (1/9)
Senate Chair turned the gavel over to the House Chair.
The House Chair laid before the committee a presentation on Insuring More for Michigan.
Melisa Gibson a Senior Consultant for Public Sector Consultants gave a PowerPoint
presentation on Insuring More for Michigan-The Insurance Industry’s contribution to Michigan’s
Economy. Questions followed from the members of the joint committees. Copies of her
PowerPoint, study report and handouts are attached.
House Chair turned the gavel over to the Senate Chair.
______
Senate Chair moved to excuse absent members from the committee meeting.
There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent of the Senate members
present, Senator MacGregor was excused.
There being no other business before the committee; the Senate Chair moved that the committee
adjourn. The motion prevailed, the time being 4:10 p.m.
The Senate Chair declared the meeting adjourned.
Senate Chair turned the gavel over to the House Chair.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Pauline Wendzel moved that
Committee adjourn.
The motion prevailed, the time being 4:16 p.m.
The House Chair declared the meeting adjourned.
Representative Steve Marino, Chair
Joy Brewer
Committee Clerk
joybrewer@house.mi.gov


location: Room 327, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON COMMUNICATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY
REP. MICHELE HOITENGA
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
12:00 PM
Room 327, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Communications and Technology was called to order by
the Chair.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hoitenga, S Johnson, Wozniak, Coleman, Chirkun.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative S Johnson moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 27, 2019 12:00
PM. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4268 before the committee:
HB 4268
(Rep. Griffin)
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206,
entitled"The general property tax act,"(MCL 211.1 to
211.155) by adding section 9p.
Representative Beth Griffin testified in support of HB 4268.
Matt Groen, MI Cable Telecommunications Association, testified in support of HB 4268.
Steve Shults, Bloomingdale Communications, testified in support of HB 4268.
Bob Stewart, Frontier Communications, testified in support of HB 4268.
Judy Allen, Michigan Townships Association, testified in opposition of HB 4268.
Chris Hackbarth, Michigan Municipal League, testified in noposition of HB 4268.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4268, but did not wish to speak:
Jennifer Greenburg, Telecom Association of Michigan
John Liskey, Michigan Internet & Telecom Alliance
Dan Papineau, Michigan Chamber of Commerce
John Jones, Sprint
The following people submitted a card in opposition of HB 4268, but did not wish to speak:
Todd Tennis, AFT-MI
Peter Spadafore, MASA
Jennifer Smith, MI Association of School Boards
Deena Bosworth, representing the MI Association of Counties, did not wish to speak, but
submitted a card with concerns, and working with sponsor’s office
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Michele Hoitenga adjourned the
meeting at 12:45 PM.
Representative Michele Hoitenga, Chair
Amy K Rostkowycz
Committee Clerk
arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
Date Adopted: July 15, 2019


location: Room 308, House Office Building

evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON FAMILIES, CHILDREN, AND SENIORS
REP. KATHY CRAWFORD
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 308, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Families, Children, and Seniors was called to order by Kathy
Crawford, Chair.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, B Carter, C
Johnson.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Liberati.
The Chair laid HB 4108 before the committee:
HB 4108
(Rep. Hauck)
A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled "Child
protection law, "by amending section 3 (MCL 722.623), as
amended by 2016 PA 35.
Representative Roger Hauck, the bill sponsor, explained the bill and introduced Jena Colon, PT,
DPT, Director of Legislative Affairs for the Michigan Physical Therapy Association (MPTA),
who testified in support of the bill. Questions followed. A copy of Ms. Colon’s written testimony
is attached.
Representative Hoitenga moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 20, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair returned to House Bill 4108.
Colin Parks, Manager of the Children’s Protective Services and Family Preservation Program
Office in the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, submitted a testimony card
stating the department is neutral on the bill.
The following submitted testimony cards in support of the bill, but did not wish to speak:
Janet Downey, PT, MPT, PCS, representing the M PTA, and Amy Zaagman, Executive Director
of the Michigan Council for Maternal and Child Health.
______
The Chair laid HB 4304 and HB 4305 before the committee:
HB 4304
(Rep. Vaupel)
A bill to amend 1982 PA 295, entitled
"Support and parenting time enforcement act, "by amending
sections 2, 5a, and 26 (MCL 552.602, 552.605a, and
552.626), section 2 as amended by 2015 PA 256 and sections
5a and 26 as amended by 2002 PA 572.
HB 4305
(Rep. Vaupel)
A bill to amend 1982 PA 294, entitled
"Friend of the court act, "by amending sections 2, 2a, 17, and
19 (MCL 552.502, 552.502a, 552.517, and 552.519), section
2 as amended by 2015 PA 253 and sections 2a, 17, and 19 as
amended by 2009 PA 233.
Representative Hank Vaupel, the sponsor for the bill package, explained the bills. Michael
Adrian, Program Development Division Director in the Child Support Program Section of the
Michigan Department of Human and Health Services, testified in support of the bills. Questions
followed.
Erin Frisch, Senior Chief Deputy Director for Opportunity at the Michigan Department of
Healthand Human Services, responded to questions from members. Sandy Erskine, Friend of the
Court Director for Tuscola County, testified in support of the bills. Questions followed.
Kevin McKinney, representing Friend of the Court Association, submitted a testimony card in
support of the bills, but did not wish to speak.
______
Representative Garrett moved to excuse Representative Liberati from the meeting. There being
no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brenda Carter moved that the
Committee adjourn. The motion prevailed, the time being 10:05 a.m. The Chair declared the
committee adjourned.
Representative Kathy Crawford, Chair
Joy Brewer
Committee Clerk
joybrewer@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
REP. JASON M SHEPPARD
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 307, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Government Operations was called to order by the Chair.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Sheppard, Cole, Lilly, Greig, Rabhi.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Cole moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 19, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4440 before the committee:
HB 4440
(Rep. Lilly)
A bill to amend 2016 PA 281, entitled
“Medical marihuana facilities licensing act,” by amending
section 402 (MCL 333.27402), as amended by 2018 PA 582.
Representative Lilly testified in support of HB 4440. Questions and discussion followed.
Joe Neller, representing Green Peak, testified in support of HB 4440. Questions and discussion
followed.
Ben Jothe, representing himself, testified in support of HB 4440.
Robin Schneider, representing the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association, testified with a
neutral position on HB 4440. Questions and discussion followed.
At 9:24 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 9:26 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
Representative Lilly offered the following amendments to HB 4440:
1. Amend page 2, line 26, after "AFTER" by striking out the balance of the line through
"SUBDIVISION," on line 27 and inserting "JUNE 1, 2019,".
2. Amend page 8, following line 7, by inserting:
"(16) THE DEPARTMENT SHALL, BEFORE JUNE 1, 2019, MAKE EVERY EFFORT
TO PROCESS, OR ISSUE A FINAL DETERMINATION FOR AN APPEAL
REGARDING, AN APPLICATION SUBMITTED ON OR BEFORE THE EFFECTIVE
DATE OF THE AMENDATORY ACT THAT ADDED THIS SUBSECTION.".
Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4440. The motion prevailed 5-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Sheppard, Cole, Lilly, Greig, Rabhi.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4440, but did not wish to speak:
State Licensee - Redbud Roots.
State Licensee – Pharmaco.
State Licensee – Motas.
Wes Lutz, representing Choice Labs.
Rob Elhericky, representing Great Lakes Canabis Chamber of Commerce.
Ben Joffee, representing CannArbor.
State Licensee - Alternative Gardens.
The following people submitted a card in opposition of HB 4440, but did not wish to speak:
Frank Waters, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
Kelli Hykes, representing Weedmaps.
Representative Lilly moved to report House Bill No. 4440 as amended, as substitute (H-1). The
vote was as follows:
Yeas: Reps. Sheppard, Cole, Lilly, Greig, Rabhi.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jason Sheppard adjourned the
meeting at 9:28 AM.
Representative Jason Sheppard, Chair
Angela Lake
Committee Clerk
alake@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON TAX POLICY
REP. LYNN AFENDOULIS
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Tax Policy was called to order by Chair Afendoulis.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, S Johnson, Hall, O'Malley,
Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Whitsett.
Absent: Rep. Robinson.
Representative Vaupel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from the March 13th, 2019 meeting.
There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4203 and HB 4204 before the committee:
HB 4203
(Rep. Afendoulis)
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167,
entitled" General sales tax act," by amending section 1a
(MCL 205.51a), as amended by 2017 PA 221.
HB 4204
(Rep. Kahle)
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled" Use
tax act," by amending section 2b (MCL 205.92b), as
amended by 2017 PA 220.
Chairwomen Afendoulis spoke regarding proposed substitutes to HB 4203 and HB 4304.
Representative Lower moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4203. The motion prevailed 13-0-
1:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, S Johnson, Hall, O'Malley,
Schroeder, Yancey, Ellison, Lasinski, Whitsett.
Nays: None.
Pass: Rep. Wittenberg.
Steve Bieda, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified in opposition of HB
4203 and HB 4204. Questions and discussion followed.
At 10:46 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease.
At 10:50 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.
The following submitted a card in support of HB 4203 and HB 4204, but did not wish to speak:
Bret Marr, representing the Michigan Occupational Therapy Association.
Dan Papineau, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
Ryan Burkta, representing the Michigan Ambulatory Surgery Association.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Lynn Afendoulis adjourned the
meeting at 10:50 AM.
Representative Lynn Afendoulis, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS
REP. BRANDT IDEN
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Ways and Means was called to order by the Chair.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Absent/Excused: None.
The Chair laid HB 4206 before the committee:
HB 4206
(Rep. Frederick)
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled
“The state school aid act of 1979,"by amending section 101
(MCL 388.1701), as amended by 2018 PA 586.
Representative Frederick testified in support of HB 4206. Questions and discussion followed.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4206. The motion prevailed 11-0-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd,
Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: None.
Pass: None.
Representative Wentworth offered the following amendment to HB 4206 (H-2):
1.
Amend page 8, line 25, after “subsection.” by inserting “"FOR 2018-2019
ONLY, IF A DISTRICT DOES NOT PROVIDE PUPIL INSTRUCTION FOR GREATER
THAN 14 DAYS DUE TO CONDITIONS DESCRIBED UNDER THIS SUBSECTION,
INCLUDING THOSE DAYS COUNTED AS DAYS OF PUPIL INSTRUCTION UNDER
THIS SUBSECTION, BUT THE DISTRICT DOES PROVIDE AT LEAST THE
REQUIRED MINIMUM NUMBER OF HOURS OF PUPIL INSTRUCTION, THE
DISTRICT IS NOT SUBJECT TO THE MINIMUM NUMBER OF DAYS OF PUPIL
INSTRUCTION REQUIREMENT OF THIS SECTION. IN PROVIDING THE
MINIMUM NUMBER OF HOURS OF PUPIL INSTRUCTION REQUIRED UNDER
THIS SECTION, A DISTRICT THAT USES THE EXCEPTION IN THE IMMEDIATELY
PRECEDING SENTENCE FROM THE MINIMUM NUMBER OF DAYS OF PUPIL
INSTRUCTION REQUIREMENT SHALL ADD PUPIL INSTRUCTION TIME TO A
SCHEDULED DAY IN AT LEAST 30-MINUTE INCREMENTS.”.
Representative Wentworth moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4206 (H-2). The motion
prevailed 7-4-0:
FAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth.
Nays: Reps. Warren, Byrd, Neeley, Hertel.
Pass: None.
Representative Warren offered the following amendment to HB 4206 (H-2):
1.
Amend page 8, line 6, by striking out all of subsection (4) and inserting:
"(4) ALL OF THE FOLLOWING APPLY TO THE PROVISION OF PUPIL
INSTRUCTION:
(A) EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN THIS SUBSECTION, THE FIRST
6 DAYS OR THE EQUIVALENT NUMBER OF HOURS FOR WHICH PUPIL
INSTRUCTION IS NOT PROVIDED BECAUSE OF CONDITIONS NOT WITHIN THE
CONTROL OF SCHOOL AUTHORITIES, SUCH AS SEVERE STORMS, FIRES,
EPIDEMICS, UTILITY POWER UNAVAILABILITY, WATER OR SEWER FAILURE,
OR HEALTH CONDITIONS AS DEFINED BY THE CITY, COUNTY, OR STATE
HEALTH AUTHORITIES, ARE COUNTED AS HOURS AND DAYS OF PUPIL
INSTRUCTION.
(B) IN ADDITION TO THE 6 DAYS UNDER SUBDIVISION (A), WITH THE
APPROVAL OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION, THE
DEPARTMENT SHALL COUNT AS HOURS AND DAYS OF PUPIL INSTRUCTION
THE DAYS AND THE EQUIVALENT NUMBER OF HOURS FOR WHICH PUPIL
INSTRUCTION IS NOT PROVIDED THAT ARE INCLUDED IN A PERIOD FOR
WHICH THE GOVERNOR HAS ISSUED AN EXECUTIVE ORDER DECLARING A
STATE OF EMERGENCY IF ALL OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS ARE
MET:
(i) SUBJECT TO SUBSECTION (14), THE DISTRICT PROVIDES ITS HOURLY
EMPLOYEES THE FULL COMPENSATION THAT THEY WOULD HAVE BEEN
ENTITLED TO HAD THEY WORKED FOR THE PERIOD DURING WHICH PUPIL
INSTRUCTION WAS NOT PROVIDED AS DESCRIBED IN THIS SUBDIVISION. THIS
SUBPARAGRAPH DOES NOT APPLY TO AN HOURLY EMPLOYEE COVERED BY A
COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT OR EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
THAT IS RATIFIED AFTER THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THE AMENDATORY ACT
THAT ADDED THIS SUBPARAGRAPH OR AN HOURLY EMPLOYEE WHO IS
EMPLOYED BY THE DISTRICT AFTER THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THE
AMENDATORY ACT THAT ADDED THIS SUBPARAGRAPH.
(ii) THE DISTRICT PROVIDES WRITTEN DOCUMENTATION TO THE
DEPARTMENT THAT ITS HOURLY EMPLOYEES DESCRIBED UNDER
SUBPARAGRAPH (i) TO WHOM SUBPARAGRAPH (i) APPLIES RECEIVED FULL
COMPENSATION AS REQUIRED UNDER SUBPARAGRAPH (i).
(iii) PART OR ALL OF THE DISTRICT IS LOCATED IN A GEOGRAPHIC
AREA FOR WHICH AN EXECUTIVE ORDER DESCRIBED UNDER THIS
SUBDIVISION APPLIES.
(C) WITH THE APPROVAL OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC
INSTRUCTION, THE DEPARTMENT SHALL COUNT AS HOURS AND DAYS OF
PUPIL INSTRUCTION FOR A FISCAL YEAR NOT MORE THAN 3 ADDITIONAL
DAYS OR THE EQUIVALENT NUMBER OF ADDITIONAL HOURS FOR WHICH
PUPIL INSTRUCTION IS NOT PROVIDED IN A DISTRICT DUE TO UNUSUAL AND
EXTENUATING OCCURRENCES RESULTING FROM CONDITIONS NOT WITHIN
THE CONTROL OF SCHOOL AUTHORITIES SUCH AS THOSE CONDITIONS
DESCRIBED IN SUBDIVISION (A).".
2.
Amend page 14, following line 19, by inserting:
"(14) IF A DISTRICT HAS A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT WITH
A BARGAINING REPRESENTATIVE OF AN HOURLY EMPLOYEE OR HAS AN
EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT WITH AN HOURLY EMPLOYEE THAT IS IN EFFECT
AS OF THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THE AMENDATORY ACT THAT ADDED THIS
SUBSECTION AND THAT COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT OR
EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT EXPLICITLY ADDRESSES COMPENSATION
REGARDING PERIODS DURING WHICH PUPIL INSTRUCTION IS NOT PROVIDED
AS DESCRIBED UNDER SUBSECTION (4)(B), SUBSECTION (4)(B)(i) DOES NOT
APPLY AND THE TERMS OF THE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT OR
EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT APPLY.".
Representative Warren moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4206 (H-2). The motion did not
prevail 4-7-0:
UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL
Yeas: Reps. Warren, Byrd, Neeley, Hertel.
Nays: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth.
Pass: None.
Representative Lilly moved to report HB 4206 as amended, as substitute (H-3). The motion
prevailed 7-4-0
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth.
Nays: Reps. Warren, Byrd, Neeley, Hertel.
Pass: None.
Julie Rowe, representing the American Federation of Teachers, testified in opposition to HB
4206.
Tim Greimel, representing AFSCME Council 25, testified in opposition to HB 4206.
Beth DeShone, representing the Great Lakes Education Project, testified with no position on HB
4206.
The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4206, but did not wish to speak:
Peter Spadafore, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents and
Administrators.
Caroline Liethen, representing the Michigan Department of Education.
Representative Lilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 9, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the meeting at
11:19 AM.
Representative Brandt Iden, Chair
Edward Sleeper
Committee Clerk
esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. DAN LAUWERS, VICE CHAIR
SEN. KIM LASATA
SEN. ARIC NESBITT
SEN. KEVIN DALEY
SEN. TOM BARRETT
SEN. KEN HORN
SEN. ERIKA GEISS, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. MARSHALL BULLOCK
SEN. MALLORY MCMORROW
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON INSURANCE AND BANKING
SENATOR LANA THEIS
CHAIR
7400 BINSFELD BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-2420
FAX: (517) 373-2764
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
April 10, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Insurance and Banking was scheduled for Wednesday, April 10, 2019, at
8:30 a.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Presentation Victoria Kilgore, of the The Institutes: Insurance Research Council, in regards to
affordability in auto insurance cost drivers in Michigan
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairwoman called the meeting to order at 8:32 a.m. She instructed the clerk to call the roll. At that time,
the following members were present: Chairwoman Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Nesbitt, Daley, Barrett,
Horn, Geiss, Bullock, and McMorrow, a quorum was present.
The Chairwoman entertained a motion by Sen. Lauwers to adopt the meeting minutes from March 20, 2019.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairwoman invited Victoria Kilgore, of The Institutes: Insurance Research Council, to present regarding
affordability in auto insurance cost drivers in Michigan.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairwoman moved to adjourn the committee.
Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:21 a.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 5/7/19
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evidence_text:
J I M S TA MA S
36TH DISTRICT
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MI 48909-7536
THE SENATE
STATE OF MICHIGAN
A P P R OP R I AT I O N S CH A I R MA N
PHONE: (517) 373-7946
FAX: (517) 373-2678
senjstamas@senate.michigan.gov
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
April 10, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Appropriations was scheduled for Wednesday, April 10, 2019, at 2:00
p.m., in the Harry T. Gast Senate Appropriations Room of the Capitol Building.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported HB 4244 (Rep. Green) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported HB 4286 (Rep. Johnson) with recommendation and immediate effect.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman 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; Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald,
Nesbitt, Runestad, Schmidt, Outman, Victory, Hertel, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer, a quorum was
present.
The Chairman made a motion, supported by Sen. Barrett, to excuse absent members from the committee
meeting. Without objection, Sen. MacGregor was excused.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Runestad, supported by Sen. McCann, to adopt the committee
meeting minutes from March 20, 2019. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
Next, the Chairman called a brief recess.
At 2:03 p.m., Sen. Hollier entered the meeting.
The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Bumstead, supported by Sen. Hertel, to report HB 4244 to the
floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt, Outman,
Runestad, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann and Bayer
Nays: None
The bill was reported to the floor.
The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Victory, supported by Sen. Outman, to recommend immediate
effect for HB 4244. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.
The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Barrett, supported by Sen. Irwin, to report HB 4286 to the floor
with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt, Outman,
Runestad, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann and Bayer
Nays: None
The bill was reported to the floor.
The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Runestad, supported by Sen. Bizon, to recommend immediate
effect for HB 4286. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt,
supported by Sen. LaSata, to adjourn the meeting at 2:05 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.
Date Adopted by Committee: 4-24-19
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evidence_text:
The Subcommittee on General Government submitted the following:

Meeting held on Wednesday, April 10, 2019, at 3:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

Present: Senators Stamas (C), Victory, Bumstead and Irwin


evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. JON BUMSTEAD, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. RICK OUTMAN
SEN. WAYNE SCHMIDT
SEN. SEAN MCCANN, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES
SENATOR ED MCBROOM
CHAIR
7200 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-7840
FAX: (517) 373-3932
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
April 10, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Natural Resources was scheduled for Wednesday, April 10, 2019, at
8:30 a.m., in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 37 (Sen. VanderWall).
2. Testimony regarding feeding and baiting deer in the Upper Peninsula.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 8:34 a.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time,
the following members were present: Chairman McBroom, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Outman, Schmidt, and
McCann, a quorum was present.
The Chairman invited the committee to recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Chairman invited Sen. VanderWall to summarize SB 37. Member questions followed.
The Chairman invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 37:

Craig Brunet, and Dr. Kelly Straka, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources –
opposed. Member questions followed.

Dave Johnson, Upper Peninsula Sportsman’s Association, testifying via remote access from
Escanaba, Michigan – support.

Dave Wheeler, Lucky Buck Mineral – support.

Rory Mattson, Delta Conservation District, testifying via remote access from Escanaba,
Michigan – support.

Mark Bartholomew, Bart’s’ Fruit Market – support. Member questions followed.

Tom Ray, Ray’s Feed Mill, testifying via remote access from Escanaba, Michigan – support.

Ed Beckley, M-65 Bait shop – support. Member questions followed.

George Lindquist, U.P. Whitetails Marquette County – oppose. Member questions followed.

Terry Edwards, Citizen – support.

Michael Veine, Citizen – support.

Al Ettenhoffer, U.P. Whitetails – support.

Greg Peter, Citizen – oppose. Member questions followed.

George Quackenbush, Michigan Cattlemen’s Association – oppose.

Andrew Vermeesch, Michigan Farm Bureau – oppose.

Amy Trotter, Michigan United Conservation Clubs - Oppose
The Chairman read the cards of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB 37:

Erik Schnelle, Michigan Quality Deer Management Association – oppose.

Carol Rose, Montmorency County Conservation Club – oppose.

Patrick Hogan, Tomahawk Archers – oppose.

Dale Hendershot, Michigan Trapper and Predator Callers Association – oppose.

Tim Dusterwinkle, Michigan Bear Hunters Association – oppose.

Joe Hudson, U.P. Bear Houndsmen – oppose.

Mike Thorman, Michigan Hunting Dog Federation – oppose.

David Anderson, Saginaw Field and Stream – oppose.

Sean Hammond, Michigan Environmental Council – oppose.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Outman to
adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:58 a.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 04/24/2019


evidence_text:
The Committee on Economic and Small Business Development submitted the following:

Joint

meeting held on Wednesday, April 10, 2019, at 3:30 p.m., Room 519, Anderson House Office Building

Present: Senators Horn (C), VanderWall , Theis , Lauwers , Schmidt, McMorrow, Geiss and Moss

Excused: Senator MacGregor


evidence_text:
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY
REP. HANK VAUPEL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, April 11, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 519, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Health Policy was called to order by the Chair.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford,
Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar,
Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Frederick moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 21, 2019. There being
no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
The Chair laid HB 4042 before the committee:
HB 4042
(Rep. Whiteford)
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368,
entitled “Public health code, “by amending section 17201
(MCL 333.17201), as amended by 2016 PA 499, and by
adding sections 16190, 17225, and 17225a.
Representative Whiteford, and Rebecca Fotsch, representing the National Council of State
Boards of Nursing, testified in support of the bill. Questions and discussion followed.
Derek Sova, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs,
testified in opposition to the bill. Questions and discussion followed.
Dawn Kettinger, representing the Michigan Nurses Association, testified in opposition to the
bill. Questions and discussion followed.
Abigail Nobel, representing Michigan Healthcare Freedom, testified in opposition to the bill.
Questions and discussion followed.
Tim Greimel, representing the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees
Council 25, testified in opposition to the bill. Questions and discussion followed.
The following people submitted a card in support of the bill, but did not wish to speak:
Sean Gehle, representing Ascension Michigan.
Keith Mentz, representing Fresenius Medicare Care.
Melissa Seifert, representing the American Association of Retired Persons.
Autumn Gillard, representing Trinity Health.
Amanda Lica, representing Nurse Family Partnership.
Ryan Burtka, representing DaVita Dialysis.
Henry Buchtel, representing the Michigan Association of Acupuncture and Oriental
Medicine.
David Newman, representing the Michigan Primary Care Association.
Paige Fults, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association.
Sam Champagne, representing the Henry Ford Health System.
Tobi Moore, representing the Michigan American Nurses Association.
Judy Didion, representing the Michigan Association of Colleges of Nursing.
The Chair invited Laurie Calbo, representing Wayne State University, and Mary McCoy,
representing the Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners, to give a presentation on Nursing
Professions - Scope of Practice. Questions and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Hank Vaupel adjourned the meeting
at 11:47 AM.
Representative Hank Vaupel, Chair
Sondra Gordon
Committee Clerk
sgordon@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
House of Representatives
COMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT
REP. MATT HALL
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, April 11, 2019
10:30 AM
Room 326, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Oversight was called to order by Chairman Hall.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hall, Reilly, Webber, S Johnson, LaFave, Schroeder, C. A. Johnson, Camilleri,
LaGrand.
Absent/Excused: None.
Representative Reilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from the March 21, 2019 meeting.
There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Jennifer Wayno, Interim Director of Children Services Agency; Stacie Bladen, Department
Director of Programs and Policy; Colin Parks, Child Protective Services Program Director, and
Doug York, spoke regarding the Child Protective Services Performance Audit from September
2018. Questions and discussion followed.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Matt Hall adjourned the meeting at
11:42 AM.
Representative Matt Hall, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text:
The Subcommittee on K-12 and Michigan Department of Education submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, April 11, 2019, at 8:30 a.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

Present: Senators Schmidt (C), Outman, Bumstead and Daley

Excused: Senator Bayer


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

Meeting held on Thursday, April 11, 2019, at 8:30 a.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Nesbitt (C), MacDonald and Santana


evidence_text:
MEMBERS:
SEN. CURTIS S. VANDERWALL, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. TOM BARRETT
SEN. RUTH JOHNSON
SEN. JIM RUNESTAD
SEN. STEPHANIE CHANG, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. +EFF 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
April 11, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety was scheduled for Thursday, April 11,
2019, at 8:30 a.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 84, SB's 90-102 the “Raise The Age” package.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
The Chairman 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: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and
Irwin, a quorum was present.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the meeting minutes from March 14, 2019.
Without objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chairman brought up SB’s 84 and 90-102, the Raise The Age package.
The Chairman invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB’s 84 and 90-102, the
Raise The Age package:
Judge Dorene S. Allen, Michigan Probate Judges Association – Oppose
Wendy Campau, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services – No Position
Sandi Metcalf, Michigan Association for Family Court Administrators – Support
Meghann Keit, Michigan Association of Counties – No Position
At 8:58 a.m., Sen. Barrett entered the meeting.
The cards were read of those individuals not wishing to present testimony regarding SB’s 84 and 90-102, the
Raise The Age package:
Brandon Lanyon, Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan – Support
Judy Karandjeff, League of Women Voters of Michigan – Support
Kahryn Riley, Mackinac Center for Public Policy – Support
Mark McWilliams, Michigan Protection and Advocacy Service - Support
The Chairman offered an (S-1) version to SB 84.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 84. The vote was
as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang, and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chairman offered an (S-1) version to SB 90.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 90. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang, and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chairman offered an (S-1) version to SB 92.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 92. The vote was
as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang, and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chairman offered an (S-1) version to SB 93.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 93. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang, and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chairman offered an (S-1) version to SB 94.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 94. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang, and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chairman offered an (S-2) version to SB 95.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the (S-2) version of SB 95. The vote was
as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang, and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-2) was adopted.
The Chairman offered an (S-1) version to SB 96.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 96. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang, and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chairman offered an (S-1) version to SB 97.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Irwin to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 97. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang, and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chairman offered an (S-1) version to SB 98.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 98. The vote was
as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang, and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chairman offered an (S-1) version to SB 99.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 99. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang, and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
The Chairman offered an (S-2) version to SB 100.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to adopt the (S-2) version of SB 100. The vote was as
follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang, and Irwin
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the (S-2) was adopted.
The Chairman offered an (S-1) version to SB 101.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 101. The vote was
as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Lucido, Sen.(s) VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad and Irwin
Nays: None
Pass: Sen. Chang
The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.
There being no further business before the committee, the Chairman moved to adjourn the meeting. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:37 a.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 04/18/2019


location: the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Building

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MEMBERS:
SEN. RUTH JOHNSON, VICE CHAIR
SEN. KEVIN DALEY
SEN. BETTY JEAN ALEXANDER, MINORITY VICE CHAIR
SEN. JEREMY MOSS
THE SENATE
COMMITTEE ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT
SENATOR DALE ZORN
CHAIR
5100 BINSFELD BUILDING
P.O. BOX 30036
LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536
PHONE: (517) 373-3543
FAX: (517) 373-0927
**DRAFT**
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
April 11, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Local Government was scheduled for Thursday, April 11, 2019, at 1:30
p.m., in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Reported SB 173 (Sen. Stamas) with recommendation and immediate effect.
2. Reported SB 19 (Sen. Zorn) with recommendation and immediate effect.
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 1:31 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chairman Zorn, Sen.(s), Johnson, Daley, Alexander, and Moss, a quorum was
present.
The Chairman read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 173:
Mark Polsdofer, Michigan Department of Transportation – No Position Given
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to report SB 173 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, Alexander, and Moss
Nays: None
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chairman made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 173. Without objection, immediate effect
was recommended.
The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to report SB 19 to the floor with recommendation that it
pass. The vote was as follows:
Yeas: Chairman Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, and Alexander
Nays: Sen. Moss
The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.
The Chairman made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 19. Without objection, immediate effect
was recommended.
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There being no further business before the committee, the Chairman moved to adjourned the committee.
Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:34 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: 5/16/19
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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
April 11, 2019
A meeting of the Senate Committee on Health Policy and Human Services was scheduled for Thursday,
April 11, 2019, at 1:00 p.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building.
The agenda summary is as follows:
1. Testimony regarding SB 228 (Sen. Runestad).
The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:01 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the
following members were present: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis,
Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno, a quorum was present.
The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to adopt the meeting minutes from March 14, 2019. Without
objection, the minutes were adopted.
The Chair invited Sen. Runestad to summarize SB 228.
The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 228:
Corbin Standley, Citizen – Support
Chief Greg Flynn, Michigan Association of Fire Chiefs – Support
The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 228:
Sam Champagne, Henry Ford Health System – Support
Steve James, SEIU Michigan State Council – Support
Jeff Spitzley, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Legislative Affairs – Support
Byron Osborn, Michigan Corrections Organization – Support
Dan Jarvis, Michigan Family Forum – Support
Jared Burkhart, Michigan Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics – Support
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Justin Fisher, Michigan Psychiatric Society – Support
Adam Carlson, Michigan Health and Hospital Association – Support
Renee Edmondson, School-Community Health Alliance of Michigan – Support
Stephanie Johnson, Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police – Support
Michigan Fraternal Order of Police – Support
Michigan Psychological Association – Support
Gabe Basso, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan – Support
Rebecca Mastee, Michigan Catholic Conference – Support
There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without
objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:33 p.m.
Date Adopted by Committee: April 18, 2019
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The Subcommittee on Justice and Public Safety submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, April 11, 2019, at 1:30 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Barrett (C), Runestad and Hollier


location: Room 328, House Office Building

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The Joint Committee on Administrative Rules submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, April 11, 2019, at 3:00 p.m., Room 328, House Office Building

Present: Senators Lucido (C), Theis , Hollier and Irwin

Excused: Senator McBroom


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The Subcommittee on Agriculture and Rural Development submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, April 11, 2019, at 3:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Victory (C), Daley and McCann


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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION
REP. PAMELA HORNBERGER
CHAIR
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, April 16, 2019
9:00 AM
Room 521, House Office Building
The House Standing Committee on Education was called to order by the Chair.
The Chair requested attendance be called:
Present: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Vaupel, Reilly, Hall, Markkanen, O'Malley, Wakeman,
Camilleri, Sowerby, B Carter, T Carter, Koleszar, Stone.
Absent/Excused: Rep. Crawford.
Representative Paquette moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 9, 2019. There being no
objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
Vanessa Keesler and Andy Middlestead, representing the Michigan Department of Education
presented to the committee regarding the Michigan Student Test of Educational Progress.
Questions and discussion followed.
Kimberley Kraft and Peyton Rodriguez, representing the Northwest Evaluation Association,
presented to the committee. Questions and discussion followed.
Lori Borkon, representing Renaissance Learning, presented to the committee via video call.
Questions and discussion followed.
Luci Willits, representing the Curriculum Associates, presented to the committee. Questions and
discussion followed.
The Michigan Department of Education returned to answer questions.
Representative Vaupel moved to excuse Representative Crawford from the meeting. There being
no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.
There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Pamela Hornberger adjourned the
meeting at 10:27 AM.
Representative Pamela Hornberger, Chair
Taylor Thrush
Committee Clerk
tthrush@house.mi.gov