mover_label: Lightner

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4799.

evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4799. The motion prevailed 14-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona, Schuette, Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley, Breen and Young. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Paiz. John Globensky, representing the City of Grand Rapids, testified with a neutral position on HB 4799. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4799, but did not wish to speak: John LaMacchia, representing the Michigan Municipal League. Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Township Association. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4799, but did not wish to speak: Brian Shoaf, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber. Tim Langholz, representing the National Federation of International Business. Randy Gross, representing the Michigan Chamber.


result: prevailed

evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to report out HB 4799 with recommendation, as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 9-1-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona and Schuette. Nays: Rep. Paiz. Pass: Reps. Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley, Breen and Young. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Tisdel adjourned the meeting at 10:56 AM. Representative Mark Tisdel, Chair Hazel Campbell-Crawley Committee Clerk hcrawley@house.mi.gov

validation_state: consistent


mover_label: Alexander

evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 30, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4089 before the committee: HB 4089 (Rep. Schuette) A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled "Michigan memorial highway act," (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by adding section 16e. Representative Schuette testified in support of HB 4089. Questions and discussions followed. Dani Hoover, representing the Hoover Family, testified in support of HB 4089. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4089, but did not wish to speak: Max Aulbach, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation.


evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to report out HB 4089 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Hope, Koleszar, Grant, Miller and Wilson. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4351 before the committee: HB 4351 (Rep. Prestin) A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled "Michigan memorial highway act," (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by adding section 1087. Representative Prestin testified in support of HB 4351. Questions and discussions followed. Rich Severson, representing himself, testified in support of HB 4351. Danielle Wilkey, representing herself, testified in support of HB 4351. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4351, but did not wish to speak: Max Aulbach, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation.


mover_label: Prestin

evidence_text: Representative Prestin moved to report out HB 4351 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Hope, Koleszar, Grant, Miller and Wilson. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4845 before the committee: HB 4845 (Rep. Kunse) A bill to amend 1951 PA 51, entitled "An act to provide for the classification of all public roads, streets, and highways in this state, and for the revision of that classification and for additions to and deletions from each classification; to set up and establish the Michigan transportation fund; to provide for the deposits in the Michigan transportation fund of specific taxes on motor vehicles and motor vehicle fuels; to provide for the allocation of funds from the Michigan transportation fund and the use and administration of the fund for transportation purposes; to promote safe and efficient travel for motor vehicle drivers, bicyclists, pedestrians, and other legal users of roads, streets, and highways; to set up and establish the truck safety fund; to provide for the allocation of funds from the truck safety fund and administration of the fund for truck safety purposes; to set up and establish the Michigan truck safety commission; to establish certain standards for road contracts for certain businesses; to provide for the continuing review of transportation needs within the state; to authorize the state transportation commission, counties, cities, and villages to borrow money, issue bonds, and make pledges of funds for transportation purposes; to authorize counties to advance funds for the payment of deficiencies necessary for the payment of bonds issued under this act; to provide for the limitations, payment, retirement, and security of the bonds and pledges; to provide for appropriations and tax levies by counties and townships for county roads; to authorize contributions by townships for county roads; to provide for the establishment and administration of the state trunk line fund, local bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds; to provide for the deposits in the state trunk line fund, critical bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds of money raised by specific taxes and fees; to provide for definitions of public transportation functions and criteria; to define the purposes for which Michigan transportation funds may be allocated; to provide for Michigan transportation fund grants; to provide for review and approval of transportation programs; to provide for submission of annual legislative requests and reports; to provide for the establishment and functions of certain advisory entities; to provide for conditions for grants; to provide for the issuance of bonds and notes for transportation purposes; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials; to provide for the making of loans for transportation purposes by the state transportation department and for the receipt and repayment by local units and agencies of those loans from certain specified sources; to investigate and study the tolling of roads, streets, highways, or bridges; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by amending section 11c (MCL 247.661c), as amended by 2015 PA 182. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4845, but did not wish to speak: John LaMacchia, representing the Michigan Municipal League.


mover_label: Kunse

evidence_text: Representative Kunse moved to report out HB 4845 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 15-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Hope, Koleszar, Grant and Wilson. Nays: Rep. Miller. Pass: None.


mover_label: Herzberg

evidence_text: Representative Herzberg moved to excuse Representative Andrews from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Outman adjourned the meeting at 12:23 PM. Representative Pat Outman, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Paquette

evidence_text: Representative Paquette moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 24, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4922 before the committee: HB 4922 (Rep. Kelly) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1531k. Representative Kelly testified in support of HB 4922. Questions and discussion followed. Steve Gough, Lowell Area Schools- Director of Teaching and Learning, testified in opposition to HB 4922. Kathy Lester, representing the Michigan Association of School Librarians, testified in opposition to HB 4922. Questions and discussions followed. Lori Lillmars, representing the School Librarians, testified in opposition to HB 4922. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4922, but did not wish to speak: Tammy Maginity, representing the Michigan Association for Computer Users in Learning. Sara Hoeve, representing the Michigan Council of Teachers of English. Michigan Reading Association. Anne Heidemann. Olivia Ponte, representing the Michigan Department of Education. Dillon Geshel, representing the Michigan Library Association. Jeff Cobb, representing Ed Trust Midwest. Dr. David Michelson, representing the Michigan Education Association. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4922, but did not wish to speak: Tim Goldings and Sonny Koch, representing Americans for Prosperity-Michigan. Jarrett Skorup, representing the Mackinac Center. The following people submitted a card wishing to speak in opposition to HB 4922, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Carrie Betts, representing themself. Carol Glanville, representing themself. The Chair laid HB 4665 before the committee: HB 4665 (Rep. Witwer) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1138a. Representative Whitwer testified in support of HB 4665. Questions and discussions followed Doug Pennington, the Olivet Community Schools FFA Advisor, and Samantha Stanke, the Administrative Assistant for the Michigan FFA State Staff, testified in support of HB 4665. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4665, but did not wish to speak: Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals. Olivia Ponte, representing the Michigan Department of Education.


mover_label: Linting

evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to report out HB 4665 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine, Pavlov and Koleszar. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Weiss and Byrnes. The Chair laid HB 5044 before the committee: HB 5044 (Rep. Wendzel) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1178b. Representative Wendzel and Kristin Wier, a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst from LOGAN Community Resources, testified in support of HB 5044. Maggie Moore, representing MiBap & Hope Network, testified in support of HB 5044. Angela Khater, a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst, testified in support of HB 5044. Heather Eckner & Nicole Hamp, representing the Autism Alliance of Michigan, testified in support of HB 5044. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5044, but did not wish to speak: Skyler Partee. Paul Doher, representing Acorn Health. Dylan Weber, representing the Rebound Home and Community Therapy. Maliya Seelbinder. Brian Harrison, representing Rebound Home and Community Therapy. Madeline Tousley, representing Merakey. Melissa Poff, representing Mercy Plus Healthcare Services. Christiane Mondroski. Angela Khater. Ella Mondroski. Kris La Turno, representing Hope Network-Holland Center for Autism. Abigail Edick, representing Mercy Plus Healthcare Services. Veronica Webster, representing Mercy Plus Healthcare Services. Holly McKee, PhD. Olivia Kleinhardt. Ryan Pelon, representing Mercy Plus Healthcare Services. Kailin Reid, representing Mercy Plus Healthcare Services. Sarah Walsh, representing Hope Network Center for Autism-Holland. Mickaela Perez, representing Mercy Plus Healthcare Services. Krystal Reeves, representing Mercy Plus Healthcare Services. Brianna Dunham. Kayla Hooper. Candice Lake. Sara Larner. Carter St. John. Laila Manning. Jessica Groce. Jystine Lupo. Samantha Miller. Sarah Rousseau, representing Spectrum Autism Center-Saginaw. Jennifer Ward-Kolka, representing Spectrum Autism Center. Mari-Lena Samohin. Katie LaVielle, representing Spectrum Autism Center. Michelle Pickvet, representing Rebound Therapies. Melanie Swisher, representing Rebound Home & Community Therapies. Lindsay Croghan, representing the College of Education, Health & Human Services. LeAnne Large, representing Rebound Therapies. Evan Karatkiewicz, representing Rebound Therapies. Lorraine Zorbo, representing Advisa Care. Bailey Wegener, representing Spectrum Autism Center. Paloma Mireles, representing Spectrum Autism Center- Paw Paw. Jenna Kuhn, representing Rebound Therapies. Massi Soriano, representing Centria Autism. Victoria Hetcel. Chivon Jones, representing Rebound Therapies. Amber Simons, representing Rebound Therapies. Courtney Geer, representing Rebound Home and Community Therapy. Nicole Mooney, representing Rebound Home and Community Therapy. Mary Ruble, representing Spectrum Autism Center. Lisa Lovell, representing Rebound Home and Community Therapy. Heather Burleson, representing Rebound Home and Community Therapy. Olivia Ramirez-Roberts. Julie Swan, representing Rebound Home and Community Therapy. Michelle Blevins. Betsy Reighard. Tara Lundstrom, representing Spectrum Autism Center. Anna Woodhams, representing LOGAN Center. David Eisenhart, representing LOGAN Center. Kaylee Tomak, representing LOGAN Autism Learning Center. Elizabeth Bliesener, representing Encompass Therapy Center. Megan Retherford. Makayla Bauer, representing Encompass Therapy Center. Katie Burgett, representing Encompass Therapy Center. Peyton Grice. Julia Johnson. Mark Jacobs, representing Encompass Therapy Center. Shana Silverstein. Nicole Schultz, representing LOGAN Center. Stacie Kussro, representing Encompass Therapy Center. Jennifer LaBo, representing Encompass Therapy Center. Brooklynn Tackett, representing Encompass Therapy Center. Kalie Auernhamer, representing Encompass Therapy Center. Alexandria Perez, representing Spectrum Autism Center. Skyler Ficek. Savanah Diaz, representing Mercy Plus Healthcare Services. Krista Corroin, representing Encompass Therapy Center. Claudia Leandres, representing Journey Therapy Center. Sara Grezlik, representing Friends of Different Learners. Tammy Neely. Colin Furd, representing the Michigan Chapter American Academy of Pediatrics. Barbara Byers. Lisa-Marie Bailey, representing the Michigan Parent, Advocate & Attorney Coalition. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5044, but did not wish to speak: Joe DeVault, representing Macomb ISD. John Severson, representing the Michigan Association of Intermediate School Administrators. Abby Cypher, representing the Michigan Association of Administrators of Special Education. Olivia Ponte, representing the Michigan Department of Education. The Chair laid HB 5049, HB 5050, HB 5051, HB 5052, HB 5053 and HB 5054 before the committee: HB 5049 (Rep. Weiss) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending section 1179a (MCL 380.1179a), as added by 2013 PA 187. HB 5050 (Rep. Snyder) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 17744a and 17744d (MCL 333.17744a and 333.17744d), as amended by 2020 PA 311. HB 5051 (Rep. DeBoer) A bill to amend 2020 PA 312, entitled "Law enforcement and firefighter access to epinephrine act," by amending the title and sections 1, 2, and 3 (MCL 28.821, 28.822, and 28.823). HB 5052 (Rep. DeBoer) A bill to amend 1973 PA 116, entitled "An act to provide for the protection of children through the licensing and regulation of child care organizations; to provide for the establishment of standards of care for child care organizations; to prescribe powers and duties of certain departments of this state and adoption facilitators; to provide penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by amending section 17a (MCL 722.127a), as added by 2005 PA 120. HB 5053 (Rep. DeBoer) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 20919 (MCL 333.20919), as amended by 2019 PA 37. HB 5054 (Rep. DeBoer) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending sections 1178 and 1179 (MCL 380.1178 and 380.1179), section 1178 as amended by 2020 PA 320 and section 1179 as amended by 2018 PA 243. David Andriasiak and Jake Jelsema, representing the Office of Representative DeBoer, gave a presentation on EpiPen usage. Questions and discussion followed. Hendrina Cupery, representing the Michigan Association of School Nurses, testified in support of HB 5049, HB 5050, HB 5051, HB 5052, HB 5053 and HB 5054. Amy Zaagman, representing the Michigan Council for Maternal & Child Wealth, testified in support of HB 5049, HB 5050, HB 5051, HB 5052, HB 5053 and HB 5054. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5049, HB 5050, HB 5051, HB 5052, HB 5053 and HB 5054, but did not wish to speak: Tonya Whitehead, representing the Michigan Parent Teacher Association. Olivia Ponte, representing the Michigan Department of Education. Kathleen Slonager, representing the Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to excuse Representative Wilson from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair DeBoer adjourned the meeting at 11:57 AM. Representative Nancy DeBoer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Tisdel

evidence_text: Representative Tisdel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 24, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4883, HB 4884, HB 4885, and HB 4886 before the committee: HB 4883 (Rep. VanderWall) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," by amending sections 303a and 411 (MCL 339.303a and 339.411), section 303a as amended by 2014 PA 265 and section 411 as amended by 2020 PA 388; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 4884 (Rep. Robinson) A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General sales tax act," by amending section 1a (MCL 205.51a), as amended by 2020 PA 46. HB 4885 (Rep. Witwer) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 16807 and 17601 (MCL 333.16807 and 333.17601), section 16807 as added by 2004 PA 97 and section 17601 as amended by 2016 PA 238. HB 4886 (Rep. Schmaltz) A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act," by amending section 2b (MCL 205.92b), as amended by 2020 PA 47. Chair VanderWall testified in support of HB 4883, HB 4884, HB 4885, and HB 4886. Aaron Toth and Terry Ozog, representing the Michigan Hearing Aids Society, testified in opposition to HB 4883, HB 4884, HB 4885, and HB 4886. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4883, HB 4884, HB 4885, and HB 4886, but did not wish to speak: Jarrett Skorup, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4883, but did not wish to speak: Dr. Casey Stach, representing the Michigan Audiology Coalition. The Chair laid HB 4896 and HB 4925 before the committee: HB 4896 (Rep. Woolford) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 17001 and 17011 (MCL 333.17001 and 333.17011), section 17001 as amended by 2018 PA 624 and section 17011 as amended by 2006 PA 398. HB 4925 (Rep. Phil Green) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 17012 and 17031 (MCL 333.17012 and 333.17031), section 17031 as amended by 2018 PA 463, and by adding section 17012a. Representative Green and Representative Woolford testified in support of HB 4896 and HB 4925. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 4790, HB 4791 and HB 4857 before the committee: HB 4790 (Rep. Thompson) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 17033 and 17533 (MCL 333.17033 and 333.17533), as amended by 1994 PA 234. HB 4791 (Rep. Steckloff) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 9135. HB 4857 (Rep. Bruck) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 20981 and 20982 (MCL 333.20981 and 333.20982), section 20981 as amended by 2020 PA 48 and section 20982 as added by 2016 PA 40. Representative Thompson testified in support of the proposed (H-1) substitute for HB 4790. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4790 and HB 4791, but did not wish to speak: Caleigh Hunt, representing the Michigan Nurses Association. Ashley Christian, representing Henry Ford Health. Stacey Leik, representing the Economic Alliance of Michigan.


mover_label: Thompson

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4790.

evidence_text: Representative Thompson moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4790. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. VanderWall, Thompson, Meerman, Tisdel, Bierlein, DeBoer, Prestin, Schmaltz, St. Germaine, Bohnak, Frisbie, Brenda Carter, Witwer, Hoskins and Foreman. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Thompson moved to report out HB 4790 with recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted. The committee further recommended that the bill and substitute (H-1) be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. VanderWall, Thompson, Meerman, Tisdel, Bierlein, DeBoer, Prestin, Schmaltz, St. Germaine, Bohnak, Frisbie, Brenda Carter, Witwer, Hoskins and Foreman. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: Schmaltz

evidence_text: Representative Schmaltz moved to report out HB 4791 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. VanderWall, Thompson, Meerman, Tisdel, Bierlein, DeBoer, Prestin, Schmaltz, St. Germaine, Bohnak, Frisbie, Brenda Carter, Witwer, Hoskins and Foreman. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4857, but did not wish to speak: Kate Dorsey, representing the Michigan State Medical Society. Elizabeth Kutter, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association.


mover_label: Bohnak

evidence_text: Representative Bohnak moved to report out HB 4857 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. VanderWall, Thompson, Meerman, Tisdel, Bierlein, DeBoer, Prestin, Schmaltz, St. Germaine, Bohnak, Frisbie, Brenda Carter, Witwer, Hoskins and Foreman. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: St. Germaine

evidence_text: Representative St. Germaine moved to excuse Representatives Whitsett and Neeley from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair VanderWall adjourned the meeting at 9:47 AM. Representative Curtis VanderWall, Chair Hazel Campbell-Crawley Committee Clerk hcrawley@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Schuette

evidence_text: Representative Schuette moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 17, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4703 and HB 4704 before the committee: HB 4703 (Rep. Wortz) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," (MCL 500.100 to 500.8302) by adding section 3406ss. HB 4704 (Rep. Wortz) A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled "The social welfare act," (MCL 400.1 to 400.119b) by adding section 109t. Nicole Bohacz, representing The Office of Representative Wortz, testified in support of HB 4703 and HB 4704. Disha Patel, representing Centering Healthcare Incorporated, testified in support of HB 4703 and HB 4704. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4703 and HB 4704, but did not wish to speak: Alex Seasock, representing Memorial Healthcare. Joanne Bailey, representing the American College of Nurse Midwives (Michigan Affiliate). Amy Zaagman, representing the Michigan Council for Maternal & Child Health. Elizabeth Kutter, representing the Michigan Health & Hospital Association. The Chair laid HB 4666 before the committee: HB 4666 (Rep. Brenda Carter) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending section 2082 (MCL 500.2082). Representative Brenda Carter, testified in support of HB 4666. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4666, but did not wish to speak: Dyck Van Koevering, representing the Insurance Alliance of Michigan. Parker Fisher, representing the Department of Insurance and Financial Services. The Chair laid HB 4860 before the committee: HB 4860 (Rep. Harris) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," (MCL 500.100 to 500.8302) by adding section 3406ss. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4860, but did not wish to speak: Kevin McKinney, representing the Michigan Association of Orthodontics.


mover_label: Aragona

evidence_text: Representative Aragona moved to report out HB 4860 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Harris, Tisdel, Lightner, Posthumus, Aragona, Neyer, Schuette, Brenda Carter, Tate and Fitzgerald. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Aragona moved to report out HB 4666 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Harris, Tisdel, Lightner, Posthumus, Aragona, Neyer, Schuette, Brenda Carter, Tate and Fitzgerald. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: Fitzgerald

evidence_text: Representative Fitzgerald moved to excuse Representative Whitsett from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Harris adjourned the meeting at 12:18 PM. Representative Mike Harris, Chair Keith Feldpausch Committee Clerk kfeldpausch@house.mi.gov


mover_label: BeGole

evidence_text: Representative BeGole moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 24, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4840 before the committee: HB 4840 (Rep. Lightner) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending section 8031 (MCL 600.8031), as amended by 2017 PA 101. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4840, but did not wish to speak: Trevor VanDyke, representing the State Court Administrative Office. Monica Martinez, representing the Michigan Judges Association. At 10:35 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:39 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.


evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to report out HB 4840 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Breen and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4843 before the committee: HB 4843 (Rep. Mueller) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 224a (MCL 750.224a), as amended by 2012 PA 122. Representative Mueller testified in support of HB 4843. Questions and discussions followed. Jeff Kirkpatrick, representing the Michigan Court Officers, Deputy Sheriff's Association, testified in support of HB 4843. Questions and discussions followed. Jeff Niklaus, CEO, representing Compliant Technologies, testified in support of HB 4843. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4843, but did not wish to speak: Ron Wiles, Executive Director, representing the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police. Matt Saxton, Executive Director, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association. Kyle Kaminski, representing the Michigan Department of Corrections. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4843, but did not wish to speak: Gabrielle Dresner, representing the ACLU of Michigan. The Chair laid HB 5079 and HB 5080 before the committee: HB 5079 (Rep. Mueller) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 479b (MCL 750.479b), as added by 1994 PA 33. HB 5080 (Rep. Mueller) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 16x of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16x), as amended by 2012 PA 323. Representative Mueller, testified in support of HB 5079 and HB 5080. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5079 and HB 5080, but did not wish to speak: Matt Saxton, Executive Director, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association. Ashley Steffen, representing the Department of Attorney General. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Lightner adjourned the meeting at 11:23 AM. Representative Sarah Lightner, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Prestin moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 01, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4314 before the committee: HB 4314 (Rep. St. Germaine) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 32512 (MCL 324.32512), as amended by 2012 PA 247. Representative St. Germaine testified in support of HB 4314. Questions and discussions followed. John Caron, representing Macomb County Public Works, testified in support of HB 4314. Questions and discussions followed. Steven Dobreff, representing the Freedom Boat Club, testified in support of HB 4314. Questions and discussions followed. Mike Gutow, representing Save Lake St. Clair, testified in support of HB 4314. Questions and discussions followed. Dylan Gebhard and Jerrod Sanders, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, testified in opposition to HB 4314. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4314, but did not wish to speak: Robert Voakes. Karen Pelham, a resident of St. Clair Shores. The Chair laid a presentation from the Michigan Trails and Greenways Alliance before the committee. Andrea LaFontaine, representing the Michigan Trails and Greenways Alliance, gave a presentation about the Michigan trailway system. Questions and discussions followed.


mover_label: Outman

evidence_text: Representative Outman moved to excuse Representatives Wortz and Myers-Phillips from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Martin adjourned the meeting at 1:06 PM. Representative David Martin, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Kunse moved to adopt the meeting minutes from July 24, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4881 and HB 4882 before the committee: HB 4881 (Rep. Neyer) A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled "Food law," by amending section 4105 (MCL 289.4105), as amended by 2016 PA 188. HB 4882 (Rep. Neyer) A bill to repeal 1964 PA 158, entitled "An act to provide for the licensing of wholesale potato dealers; to prescribe certain powers and duties for certain state agencies; to require certain types of financial security for certain persons under certain circumstances, and to prescribe the procedure for its enforcement; to provide remedies and penalties for violations of the act; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts," (MCL 290.451 to 290.466). At 10:35 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:36 AM, Representative Lightner called the committee back to order. Representative Neyer testified in support of HB 4881 and HB 4882. Questions and discussions followed. At 10:40 AM, Representative Lightner laid the committee at ease. At 10:41 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Kelly Turner, representing the Potato Growers of Michigan, testified in support of HB 4881 and HB 4882. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4881 and HB 4882, but did not wish to speak: Mikaylah Heffernan, representing the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. Tim Goldings & Sonny Koch, representing Americans for Prosperity-Michigan.


evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to excuse Representatives Wortz and Pavlov from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 10:46 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Harris

evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 18, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4913, HB 4914, HB 4915, HB 4927 and HB 4933 before the committee: HB 4913 (Rep. Bohnak) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," by amending section 2004 (MCL 339.2004), as amended by 2016 PA 435. HB 4914 (Rep. Outman) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," by amending section 2010 (MCL 339.2010), as amended by 1992 PA 103. HB 4915 (Rep. Maddock) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 16149. HB 4927 (Rep. Fairbairn) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," by amending sections 1108 and 1110 (MCL 339.1108 and 339.1110), section 1108 as amended by 2021 PA 101 and section 1110 as amended by 2020 PA 27. HB 4933 (Rep. Steele) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," by amending sections 303a and 411 (MCL 339.303a and 339.411), section 303a as amended by 2014 PA 265 and section 411 as amended by 2020 PA 388; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. Representative Outman and Representative Bohnak testified in support of HB 4913 and HB 4914. Questions and discussions followed. Paige Fults, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, approached to answer questions from committee members on HB 4913 and HB 4914. Questions and discussions followed. Thomas Reder, representing the American Institute of Architects of Michigan, testified in opposition to HB 4913 and HB 4914. Ron Brenke, representing the American Council of Engineering Companies, testified in opposition to HB 4913 and HB 4914. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4913 and HB 4914, but did not wish to speak: Jarrett Skourp, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Representative Maddock, joined by Kurt Miceli and Dr. Aida Cerundolo, representing Do No Harm, testified in support of HB 4915. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4915, but did not wish to speak: Danielle Atkinson, representing Mothering Justice. Paige Fults, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Representative Fairbairn, joined by Lauren Moser and Rodrick Samuels, Michigan Barber’s, testified in support of HB 4927. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4927, but did not wish to speak: Paige Fults, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Jarrett Skourp, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Representative Steele, testified in support of HB 4933. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4933, but did not wish to speak: Jarrett Skourp, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hoadley adjourned the meeting at 11:44 AM. Representative Mike Hoadley, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Fairbairn

evidence_text: Representative Fairbairn moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 16, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4711 before the committee: HB 4711 (Rep. Hoadley) A bill to amend 1985 PA 148, entitled "Self-service storage facility act," by amending section 3 (MCL 570.523), as amended by 2014 PA 61.


mover_label: Hoadley

evidence_text: Representative Hoadley moved to report out HB 4711 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 14-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Thompson, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer and Neeley. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Dievendorf and Grant. The Chair laid HB 4825 before the committee: HB 4825 (Rep. Witwer) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.847) by adding sections 279 and 679. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4825, but did not wish to speak: Brett Visner, representing the Michigan Beer and Wine Wholesalers Association. Lou Grech-Cumbo, representing the Great Lakes Wine and Spirits.


mover_label: Liberati

evidence_text: Representative Liberati moved to report out HB 4825 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Thompson, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4692 and HB 4693 before the committee: HB 4692 (Rep. Rigas) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," (MCL 339.101 to 339.2677) by adding section 1205b. HB 4693 (Rep. Liberati) A bill to amend 1979 PA 152, entitled "State license fee act," by amending sections 9 and 25 (MCL 338.2209 and 338.2225), section 9 as amended by 1988 PA 461 and section 25 as amended by 2023 PA 131. Sam Boumis, representing the Douglas J, testified in support of HB 4692 and HB 4693. Questions and discussions followed. Representative Rigas and Representative Liberati, testified in support of HB 4692 and HB 4693. Questions and discussions followed. David Daginais, representing the Michigan College of Beauty, testified in support of HB 4692 and HB 4693. Questions and discussions followed. Stacy Wells, representing the L'Esprit Academy, testified in support of HB 4692 and HB 4693. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4692 and HB 4693, but did not wish to speak: Paige Fults, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. The Chair laid HB 4745 before the committee: HB 4745 (Rep. Woolford) A bill to amend 1975 PA 169, entitled "Charitable organizations and solicitations act," by amending section 13 (MCL 400.283), as amended by 2010 PA 377. Rhonda Callahan, representing the Torch 180, testified in support of HB 4745. Questions and discussions followed. Representative Woolford, testified in support of HB 4745. Questions and discussions followed. The Chair laid HB 5104, HB 5105, HB 5106 and HB 5107 before the committee: HB 5104 (Rep. Grant) A bill to amend 2016 PA 281, entitled "Medical marihuana facilities licensing act," by amending sections 102 and 402 (MCL 333.27102 and 333.27402), section 102 as amended by 2021 PA 57 and section 402 as amended by 2021 PA 161. HB 5105 (Rep. Wendzel) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 7401 (MCL 333.7401), as amended by 2016 PA 548. HB 5106 (Rep. Neyer) A bill to amend 2018 IL 1, entitled "Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act," by amending section 7 (MCL 333.27957), as amended by 2023 PA 166. HB 5107 (Rep. Hoadley) A bill to amend 2018 IL 1, entitled "Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act," by amending sections 5 and 15 (MCL 333.27955 and 333.27965). Derek Sova, representing the Cannabis Regulatory Agency, testified in support of HB 5104 and HB 5106. Questions and discussions followed. Robin Schneider, representing the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association, testified in support of HB 5104 and HB 5106. Questions and discussions followed. Prosecutor James Bacarella, representing the Iosco County Prosecutors Office, testified in support of HB 5104, HB 5105, HB 5106 and HB 5107. Questions and discussions followed. Prosecutor Zachary Stempien, representing the Branch County, testified in support of HB 5104, HB 5105, HB 5106 and HB 5107. Questions and discussions followed. Representative Hoadley, testified in support of HB 5104, HB 5105, HB 5106 and HB 5107. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card wishing to speak in opposition to HB 5105, HB 5106 and HB 5107, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Cassin Coleman, representing the Cannnabis Consumer Advocacy. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5105, HB 5106 and HB 5107, but did not wish to speak: Lyn Backlund, representing the self. Kristopher Flores. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5105 and HB 5107, but did not wish to speak: Derek Sova, representing the Cannabis Regulatory Agency. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5105 and HB 5107, but did not wish to speak: Derek Sova, representing the Cannabis Regulatory Agency. The Chair laid HB 4254 before the committee: HB 4254 (Rep. Aragona) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 2674, 2675, and 2678 (MCL 333.2674, 333.2675, and 333.2678) and by adding sections 2670 and 2675a; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. Ryan Merkley, representing the Physician's Committee for Responsible Medicine, testified in support of HB 4254. Questions and discussions followed. Dr. Sally Christopher, representing the Physician's Committee for Responsible Medicine, testified in support of HB 4254. Questions and discussions followed. Jackie Myers, student at Wayne State University, testified in support of HB 4254. Michael Bradley, representing the Wayne State, testified in opposition to HB 4254. Questions and discussions followed. Dr. Paul Locke, DrPHD, JD, MPH, professor, representing the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, testified in support of HB 4254. The following person submitted a card wishing to speak in support of HB 4254, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Tanya Hilgendorf, representing the Humane Society of Huron Valley and the Michigan Pet Alliance. The following person submitted a card wishing to speak in opposition to HB 4254, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Stephen Rapundalo, PhD, representing the MichBio. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4254, but did not wish to speak: Caitlin Stader, representing the ASPCA. Mitchell Nelson, representing the Humane World for Animals. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4254, but did not wish to speak: Bonnifer Ballard, representing the Michigan Veterinary Medical Association. Nancy M. McKee, representing the Zoetis. University of Michigan. Michigan State University.


mover_label: Tyrone Carter

evidence_text: Representative Tyrone Carter moved to excuse Representative Whitsett from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Aragona adjourned the meeting at 10:33 AM. Representative Joseph A. Aragona, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Martin

evidence_text: Representative Martin moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 16, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4930 before the committee: HB 4930 (Rep. Mueller) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 16177 (MCL 333.16177), as amended by 2006 PA 481. Representative Mueller testified in support of HB 4930. Questions and discussions followed. The Chair laid HB 4929 before the committee: HB 4929 (Rep. Pavlov) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 16201 (MCL 333.16201), as amended by 2019 PA 96, and by adding section 16202. Representative Pavlov testified in support of HB 4929. Questions and discussions followed. The Chair laid HB 4221 before the committee: HB 4221 (Rep. Pohutsky) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 16287 and 18811 (MCL 333.16287 and 333.18811), section 16287 as amended by 2017 PA 22 and section 18811 as amended by 2006 PA 406. Representative Pohutsky testified in support of HB 4221. Questions and discussions followed. Dr. Crystal Sapp DMV, representing Michigan Humane, and Katelyn Stadler, representing the ASPCA, testified in support of HB 4221. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4221, but did not wish to speak: Ann Griffin, representing the Animal Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan. Tanya Hilgendorf, representing the Michigan Pet Alliance. Dr. Courtney White, DMV, representing the Humane Society of Huron Valley. Dr. Barbara Hoges, DMV, MBA, representing the Humane Society Veterinary Medical Alliance. Katie Jarl, representing the Virtual Veterinary Care Association. Dr. Cheryl Good, DMV, representing Dearborn Family Pet Care. Dr. Amy Nicols, DMV. Mitchell Nelson, representing Humane World for Animals. The Chair laid HB 4306 before the committee: HB 4306 (Rep. VanderWall) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 309 (MCL 257.309), as amended by 2022 PA 45, and by adding section 309a.


mover_label: DeBoer

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4306.

evidence_text: Representative DeBoer moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4306. The motion prevailed 6-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, DeBoer and Liberati. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Witwer and Herzberg.


evidence_text: Representative DeBoer moved to report out HB 4306 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 5-0-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin and DeBoer. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Witwer, Liberati and Herzberg. The Chair laid HB 4402 before the committee: HB 4402 (Rep. VanderWall) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 5431 and 5432 (MCL 333.5431 and 333.5432), section 5431 as amended by 2002 PA 691 and section 5432 as added by 2006 PA 31, and by adding section 5143.


evidence_text: Representative Martin moved to report out HB 4402 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, DeBoer, Witwer, Liberati and Herzberg. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: Wendzel

evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to excuse Representative Posthumus from the meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Schuette adjourned the meeting at 11:04 AM. Representative Bill Schuette, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Outman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 21, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HR 196 before the committee: HR 196 (Rep. Fox) A resolution to demand that the Michigan Secretary of State comply with the United States Department of Justice’s request for an unredacted copy of Michigan’s computerized statewide voter registration list, as required by section 303 of the Civil Rights Act of 1960 and section 8(i)(1) of the National Voter Registration Act of 1993, to the full extent permitted by law. Representative Fox testified in support of HR 196. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HR 196, but did not wish to speak: Sheree Ritchie, representing Pure Integrity Michigan Elections. Sandra Carolan, representing Citizens for Transparency. Michele Pfister. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HR 196, but did not wish to speak: Kay Perry.


evidence_text: Representative Hoadley moved to report out HR 196 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 6-3-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Smit, Fox, Outman, Alexander, Hoadley and Pavlov. Nays: Reps. Wooden, Koleszar and Xiong. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4588 before the committee: HB 4588 (Rep. Woolford) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 303, 697, and 699 (MCL 168.303, 168.697, and 168.699), section 303 as amended by 2018 PA 650, section 697 as amended by 2018 PA 226, and section 699 as amended by 2012 PA 523.


mover_label: Fox

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4588.

evidence_text: Representative Fox moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4588. The motion prevailed 6-3-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Smit, Fox, Outman, Alexander, Hoadley and Pavlov. Nays: Reps. Wooden, Koleszar and Xiong. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hoadley moved to report out HB 4588 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-3-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Smit, Fox, Outman, Alexander, Hoadley and Pavlov. Nays: Reps. Wooden, Koleszar and Xiong. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card wishing to speak in opposition to HB 4588, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Katie Cavanaugh, representing the Okemos Public Schools Board of Education. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4588, but did not wish to speak: Sheree Ritchie, representing Pure Integrity Michigan Elections The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4588, but did not wish to speak: Matt Schueller, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents and Administrators Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks Annie Moriaweck, representing the Calhoun Intermediate School District The Chair laid HB 4861 before the committee: HB 4861 (Rep. Outman) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 558 (MCL 168.558), as amended by 2021 PA 158.


motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4861.

evidence_text: Representative Fox moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4861. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Smit, Fox, Outman, Alexander, Hoadley, Pavlov, Wooden, Koleszar and Xiong. Nays: None. Pass: None. At 9:20 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 9:21 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.


evidence_text: Representative Hoadley moved to report out HB 4861 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Smit, Fox, Outman, Alexander, Hoadley, Pavlov, Wooden, Koleszar and Xiong. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4861, but did not wish to speak: Sheree Ritchie, representing Pure Integrity Michigan Elections. Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks and the Michigan Association of County Clerks. Representative Outman made remarks to the committee. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Smit adjourned the meeting at 9:23 AM. Representative Rachelle Smit, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Wozniak

evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 21, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4530 and HB 4531 before the committee: HB 4530 (Rep. Pohutsky) A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled "Mental health code," by amending section 748a (MCL 330.1748a), as added by 1998 PA 497. HB 4531 (Rep. Rigas) A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled "Child protection law," by amending section 9 (MCL 722.629), as amended by 1988 PA 372. Representative Rigas and Representative Pohutsky testified in support of House Bills 4530 and 4531. Questions and discussion followed. Ryan Speidel, representing the Office of the Child Advocate testified in support of House Bills 4530 and 4531. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4530 and HB 4531, but did not wish to speak: Heath B. Lowry, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic + Sexual Violence. Amy Zaagman, representing the Michigan Council for Maternal + Child Health. Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4530, but did not wish to speak: Chardae Burton, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. The Chair laid HCR 1 before the committee: HCR 1 (Rep. Wozniak) A concurrent resolution to urge the Governor of Michigan to issue an executive directive that would require administrating agencies to assess if the implementation of their programs reduce Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and provide an annual report and data to the Legislature and general public about progress in reducing ACEs in Michigan.


mover_label: Xiong

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HCR 1.

evidence_text: Representative Xiong moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HCR 1. The motion did not prevail 4-0-7: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Young, Byrnes, Rheingans and Xiong. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Schmaltz, Wozniak, Fox, Johnsen, Thompson, Pavlov and Woolford.


mover_label: Johnsen

evidence_text: Representative Johnsen moved to report out HCR 1 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-4: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schmaltz, Wozniak, Fox, Johnsen, Thompson, Pavlov and Woolford. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Young, Byrnes, Rheingans and Xiong. The Chair laid HB 4959 before the committee: HB 4959 (Rep. Schmaltz) A bill to amend 1979 PA 152, entitled "State license fee act," (MCL 338.2201 to 338.2277) by adding section 38b.


mover_label: Schmaltz

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4959.

evidence_text: Representative Schmaltz moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4959. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schmaltz, Wozniak, Fox, Johnsen, Thompson, Pavlov, Woolford, Young, Byrnes, Rheingans and Xiong. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: Thompson

evidence_text: Representative Thompson moved to report out HB 4959 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-0-4: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schmaltz, Wozniak, Fox, Johnsen, Thompson, Pavlov and Woolford. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Young, Byrnes, Rheingans and Xiong. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Schmaltz adjourned the meeting at 12:32 PM. Representative Kathy Schmaltz, Chair Keith Feldpausch Committee Clerk kfeldpausch@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Hoskins

evidence_text: Representative Hoskins moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 21, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4816 before the committee: HB 4816 (Rep. Jenkins-Arno) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.847) by adding section 281. Representative Jenkins-Arno, joined by Brent Fursberg, representing the Lansing Growth Fund, Jenan Jondy, representing the Michigan State University Center for Community and Economic Development, and Christopher Miller, representing the National Coalition for Community Capital, testified in support of HB 4816. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4816, but did not wish to speak: Adam Majestic, representing the Detroit Regional Center. John LaMacchia, representing the Michigan Municipal League. Mike Johnston, representing the Michigan Municipal League. The Chair laid HB 4041, HB 4088, HB 4431 and HB 4432 before the committee: HB 4041 (Rep. Tyrone Carter) A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The general property tax act," by amending section 7u (MCL 211.7u), as amended by 2023 PA 191. HB 4088 (Rep. Slagh) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," by amending section 520 (MCL 206.520), as amended by 2015 PA 179. HB 4431 (Rep. Bierlein) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.847) by adding section 281. HB 4432 (Rep. Frisbie) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.847) by adding section 282. Representative Tyrone Carter testified in support of the proposed substitute (H-3) for HB 4041.


motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4041.

evidence_text: Representative Tyrone Carter moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4041. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona, Schuette, Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley, Breen and Young. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: Young

evidence_text: Representative Young moved to report out HB 4041 with recommendation, as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona, Schuette, Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley, Breen and Young. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Young offered the following amendment to HB 4088: 1. Amend page 2, line 26, by striking out "the" and inserting "tax years before the 2025 tax year or 27.4% for tax years after the 2024".


mover_label: Lightner

motion_text: to adopt the amendment to HB 4088.

evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4088. The motion did not prevail 5-0-9: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley, Breen and Young. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona and Schuette.


mover_label: Schuette

evidence_text: Representative Schuette moved to report out HB 4088 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona and Schuette. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley, Breen and Young. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4431, but did not wish to speak: Quincy Jones, representing the Michigan Fire Inspector's Society. Ron Farr, representing the Michigan State Fireman's Association.


evidence_text: Representative Schuette moved to report out HB 4431 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona, Schuette, Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley, Breen and Young. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: Alexander

evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to report out HB 4432 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona, Schuette, Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley, Breen and Young. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4892 before the committee: HB 4892 (Rep. Frisbie) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," by amending sections 724 and 728 (MCL 339.724 and 339.728), as amended by 2018 PA 81. Representative Frisbie testified in support of HB 4892. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4892, but did not wish to speak: Bob Doyle, representing the Michigan Association of CPAs. Paige Fults, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.


mover_label: Frisbie

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4892.

evidence_text: Representative Frisbie moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4892. The motion prevailed 13-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona, Schuette, Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley and Breen. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Young. The Chair laid HB 4893 before the committee: HB 4893 (Rep. Tisdel) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," by amending sections 725 and 727a (MCL 339.725 and 339.727a), section 725 as amended by 2010 PA 215 and section 727a as amended by 2018 PA 81. Representative Tisdel testified in support of the proposed substitute (H-2) for HB 4893.


motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4893.

evidence_text: Representative Schuette moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4893. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona, Schuette, Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley, Breen and Young. Nays: None. Pass: None. At 11:01 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 11:02 AM, Majority Vice Chair Frisbie called the committee back to order. Representative Tisdel, joined by Bob Doyle and Michelle Randall, representing the Michigan Association of CPAs, testified in support of HB 4893. Questions and discussions followed. At 11:18 AM, Majority Vice Chair Frisbie laid the committee at ease. At 11:19 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4893, but did not wish to speak: Paige Fults, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.


mover_label: Aragona

evidence_text: Representative Aragona moved to excuse Representative Paiz from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Tisdel adjourned the meeting at 11:20 AM. Representative Mark Tisdel, Chair Hazel Campbell-Crawley Committee Clerk hcrawley@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Mentzer

evidence_text: Representative Mentzer moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 30, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee testimony on the Michigan Department of Education’s proposed Health Standards Framework. Dr. Sue Carnell, Michigan Department of Education Interim State Superintendent, testified to the Michigan Department of Education’s proposed Health Standards Framework. Questions and discussions followed. Nikki Snyder, Member of the Michigan State Board of Education, testified to the Michigan Department of Education’s proposed Health Standards Framework. At 10:27 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:37 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid HR 195 before the committee: HR 195 (Rep. Johnsen) A resolution to oppose the proposed Michigan Health Education Standards Framework and urge the Michigan Department of Education to redraft or the Michigan State Board of Education to reject these standards. Representative Gina Johnsen, Representative Jamie Thompson, Senator Lana Theis, David Kallman, representing the Kallman Legal Group, and Katherine Bussard, representing Salt & Life Global, testified in support of HR 195. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HR 195, but did not wish to speak: Karolyn Rillema. Melissa Brower. Libby Ranshaw. Seth Peters. Laura See. Frederick Trexler. Carol Morrisey. Marilyn Acton. Roger Downey. Jodie Slongo. Dustin Boudreau. Richard Ross, representing the Shiawassee Citizens for Traditional Values. Karen Machiorlatti. Leann Clink. Dawn Fulk. Robin Schuetz. Diane Kessler. Richard Ross. Courtney Prout. Glenn Ray Jr.. Amanda Douglas. Kim Dooling. Anthony and Suzanne Cherniawski. Chassity Glinke. Linda and Richard Wolschlager. Eileen Tesch. Kyle VanDyke. Ruth Ann LaDuke. Wendy Bradley. Tammie L. Vandyke. Michelle Empson. Nancy A Carpenter. Haily Patmos. Bree Moeggenberg. Kaylee Miliusis. Doreen Ekonen. Reverend Timothy Warren Jackson. Brittany Sullivan. Jennifer Adams. Emily Bauman. Shannon Fashho. Jill Smith-Sivyer. Maureen McLeod. Aracely Zuniga. Andrea Torres. Lisa Hansen. Patricia E. Phillips . Alecia Childers. Meagan Martinez. Patty Austin. Elizabeth Prill. Diana Magiera. Ashley Hamlet. Michelle and Bill Franzen. Ann Cahalan Ward. Jamie Putnam. Karen Andrews. Rachel M. VanDyke. Rachel Pairolero. Mitchell R. Dobrzelewski. Michael Trexler MD. Anna Loveless. Sheila Pomaranski. Mary Lucas. Robert Wojtowicz. Elvira M. Garcia. Karen Stites. Carlton and Chelsea Polk. Melissa Calabrese. Katie MacFarland. Carol Miller. Cheryl Bliss. Jennifer Hahn. Shannon Ciecko. Kari Sparks. Melissa Salyers. Laura Phelps. Whitney Wallace. Anna Sharkey. Brad Windemuller. Joan Jacobson. Cindy Geerlings. Carolyn Richards. Patricia Schaffner. Caitlyn Brouwer. Kristin Battaglia. Sheryl Picard. Grace Lack. Elizabeth Masters. Audrey Sovis. Caity Herbert. Jeff Padding. Jeff Hardy. Tammy Brown. Julie Hyland. Martha King. Emily A Brouwer. Bruce Barlond. Gregory Brouwer. Sheree Ritchie. Dennis and Linda Hrcka. Diane Hulett. Jillian Johnson. Meaghan Goos. Kim Keilen. Ryan Davidson. LeeAnn Woody. Jessica Vangemert. Adam Beilby. Carol Winn. Jennifer Davidson. Heidi Budd. Valerie Allemon- Raimi. Judith Appleby. Lewis A. Miles III. Mikayla Shaver. Matt Daum. Joyce Enlow. Maryann Yonkers. Thomas North. Patrick & Linda Butler. Thomas and Josephine Raines. Hennessey Dunsmore. Stacie Zaleski. Heather Hough. John Tuinstra. Julie Aspinwall. Erika Cropsey. Brendan Holmquist. Carl Boehlert. Kelly Haskee. Laurie Mold. Rose Rook. Paul Urben. Cynthia Hanson. Pastor Brian Keesler. Robyn Peake. Lisa Gorman. Carl Carlson. Cassandra Campagna. Lidia Thrasher. Betty Gusho. Kristi Pepper. Evan Withrow. Charlotte New Hope Community Church. Breanne Green. Steve and Nancy Shaver. Marlin Stickle. Carrie Southern. Nicole Horstman. Natasha Ortega. Marcello Maccani, representing Right to Life of Michigan. Genevieve Marnon, representing Right to Life of Michigan. Deborah Lopez. Sheryl Miles. Diane Hulett. Billie Rajzer. Susan Moyer. Andrea Torres. Brenda Thelen. Theodore Loudon. Alecia Childers. John E. Craig. Michael Steffes. William Wagner. Debbie Cooper. Suanne Thompson. Tim Schmia, representing the Michigan Association of Christian Schools. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HR 195, but did not wish to speak: Emme Zanotti, representing Equality Michigan. Kyle Zawacki, representing the ACLU of Michigan. The following people submitted a card wishing to speak in support of HR 195, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Eileen McNeil, representing Citizens for Traditional Values. Kristin Lee, representing Citizens Defending Freedom. Sheila Cohoon. Sandra Tannehill. Brittany Hausmann. Lisa West.


mover_label: Bierlein

evidence_text: Representative Bierlein moved to report out HR 195 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-7-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoyer, Bierlein, Meerman, Paquette, Carra, Bruck, Jaime Greene, Rigas, Schriver and Woolford. Nays: Reps. Miller, Pohutsky, Conlin, MacDonell, Mentzer, Tsernoglou and Wegela. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair DeBoyer adjourned the meeting at 11:35 AM. Representative Jay DeBoyer, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 21, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5078 before the committee: HB 5078 (Rep. Roth) A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled "Michigan memorial highway act," (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by adding section 108. Representative Roth, testified in support of HB 5078. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5078, but did not wish to speak: Max Aulbach, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation.


mover_label: Prestin

evidence_text: Representative Prestin moved to report out HB 5078 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant and Miller. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4470 before the committee: HB 4470 (Rep. Prestin) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 552c (MCL 750.552c), as added by 2005 PA 305. Representative Prestin testified in support of HB 4470. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4470, but did not wish to speak: Max Aulbach, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation.


evidence_text: Representative Prestin moved to report out HB 4470 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant and Miller. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5109, HB 5110, HB 5111 and HB 5112 before the committee: HB 5109 (Rep. Outman) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 233, 234, 239, and 240 (MCL 257.233, 257.234, 257.239, and 257.240), section 233 as amended by 2014 PA 290, section 234 as amended by 2002 PA 552, section 239 as amended by 2020 PA 382, and section 240 as amended by 2004 PA 493. HB 5110 (Rep. Bohnak) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 227 (MCL 257.227), as amended by 2011 PA 92. HB 5111 (Rep. Frisbie) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 81105 (MCL 324.81105), as amended by 2018 PA 519. HB 5112 (Rep. Prestin) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 80304 (MCL 324.80304), as amended by 2018 PA 678. At 12:19 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 12:20 PM, Majority Vice Chair Alexander called the committee back to order. Chair Outman, testified in support of HB 5109. Questions and discussions followed. At 12:24 PM, Majority Vice Chair Alexander laid the committee at ease. At 12:25 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Representative Bohnak testified in support of HB 5110. Questions and discussions followed. Representative Prestin and Representative Frisbie testified in support of HB 5111 and HB 5112. Nick Andary, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified in support of HB 5109, HB 5110, HB 5111 and HB 5112. Questions and discussions followed.


mover_label: Herzberg

evidence_text: Representative Herzberg moved to excuse Representatives Hope and Wilson from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Outman adjourned the meeting at 12:31 PM. Representative Pat Outman, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Prestin moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 22, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4910 before the committee: HB 4910 (Rep. Borton) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 16653 (MCL 333.16653), as added by 2018 PA 463, and by adding section 16650. Representative Borton testified in support of HB 4910. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4910, but did not wish to speak: Jarrett Skorup, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. The Chair laid HB 4935 before the committee: HB 4935 (Rep. Fairbairn) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 16601 (MCL 333.16601), as amended by 2018 PA 463, and by adding sections 16187b and 16611a. Representative Fairbairn, joined by Sandy Sutton, representing the Michigan Dental Hygienists Association, testified in support of HB 4935. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4935, but did not wish to speak: Bill Sullivan, representing the Michigan Dental Association. Jarrett Skorup, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Manny Lentine, representing the Council of Michigan Dental Specialists. The Chair laid HB 4593 and HB 4594 before the committee: HB 4593 (Rep. Bierlein) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 16608 (MCL 333.16608), as amended by 2021 PA 12. HB 4594 (Rep. Martus) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 16605 (MCL 333.16605), as amended by 2021 PA 12. Representative Bierlein and Representative Martus, joined by Dr. Doug LaDue, representing the American Academy of Pediatrics-Michigan Chapter, testified in support of HB 4593 and HB 4594. Questions and discussion followed. Dr. Jashleen Bedi, representing the Michigan Association of Orthodontists, testified in support of HB 4593 and HB 4594. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4593 and HB 4594, but did not wish to speak: Kevin McKinney, representing the Michigan Association of Orthodontists. Bill Sullivan, representing the Michigan Dental Association. Manny Lentine, representing the Council of Michigan Dental Specialists.


evidence_text: Representative Thompson moved to excuse Representatives DeBoer, Whitsett and Foreman from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair VanderWall adjourned the meeting at 9:46 AM. Representative Curtis VanderWall, Chair Hazel Campbell-Crawley Committee Clerk hcrawley@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Brenda Carter

evidence_text: Representative Brenda Carter moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 22, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4726 before the committee: HB 4726 (Rep. Bierlein) A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled "The social welfare act," by amending section 109 (MCL 400.109), as amended by 2024 PA 248. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4726, but did not wish to speak: James Johnson, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. James Johnson, representing the Michigan County Medical Care Facilities Council. Rich Farran, representing the Health Care Association of Michigan. Chardaé Burton, representing the Department of Health and Human Services.


evidence_text: Representative Aragona moved to report out HB 4726 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Harris, Tisdel, Lightner, Posthumus, Aragona, Neyer, Schuette, Brenda Carter, Tate and Fitzgerald. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: Fitzgerald

evidence_text: Representative Fitzgerald moved to excuse Representative Whitsett from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Harris adjourned the meeting at 12:05 PM. Representative Mike Harris, Chair Keith Feldpausch Committee Clerk kfeldpausch@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Schuette moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 22, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4843 before the committee: HB 4843 (Rep. Mueller) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 224a (MCL 750.224a), as amended by 2012 PA 122.


mover_label: BeGole

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4843.

evidence_text: Representative BeGole moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4843. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Breen and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: Harris

evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to report out HB 4843 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Hope and Breen. The Chair laid HB 5079 and HB 5080 before the committee: HB 5079 (Rep. Mueller) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 479b (MCL 750.479b), as added by 1994 PA 33. HB 5080 (Rep. Mueller) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 16x of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16x), as amended by 2012 PA 323.


mover_label: Wozniak

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5079.

evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5079. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Breen and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: DeBoyer

evidence_text: Representative DeBoyer moved to report out HB 5079 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Breen and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: Johnsen

evidence_text: Representative Johnsen moved to report out HB 5080 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Breen and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid SB 82 before the committee: SB 82 (Sen. Chang) A bill to protect the safety of judges and certain other individuals; to protect certain information of judges and certain other individuals from disclosure; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and certain other people and entities; and to provide remedies. Ellen Heinitz, from the Office of Senator Chang, testified in support of SB 82. At 10:45 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:47 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Jody White, representing Victims in Probate (VIPs), testified in opposition to SB 82. Javonte Tubbs, representing his Aunt Bobby Moore-Biles, testified in opposition to SB 82. Peter De Fillipis, representing himself, testified in opposition to SB 82. Tom Howe, representing the citizens of Michigan, testified in opposition to SB 82. Cynthia Mifsud, representing victim Betty Hayes, testified in opposition to SB 82. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 82, but did not wish to speak: Trevor VanDyke, representing the State Court Administrative Office. Monica Martinez, representing the Michigan Judges Association. Nathan Triplett, representing the State Bar of Michigan. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on SB 82, but did not wish to speak: Nate Love, representing the Consumer Data Industry Association.


motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-3) to SB 82.

evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to SB 82. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Breen and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative BeGole moved to report out SB 82 with recommendation, as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Breen and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4397 before the committee: HB 4397 (Rep. Lightner) A bill to protect the safety of judges and certain other individuals; to protect certain information of judges and certain other individuals from disclosure; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and certain other people and entities; and to provide remedies. Chair Lightner testified in support of HB 4397. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4397, but did not wish to speak: Nathan Triplett, representing the State Bar of Michigan.


motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-6) to HB 4397.

evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to adopt substitute (H-6) to HB 4397. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Breen and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to report out HB 4397 with recommendation, as substitute (H-6). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Breen and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4749 before the committee: HB 4749 (Rep. Roth) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending sections 810a, 8151, and 8176 (MCL 600.810a, 600.8151, and 600.8176), section 810a as amended by 2011 PA 300, section 8151 as amended by 2012 PA 33, and section 8176 as amended by 2022 PA 7, and by adding section 8165. Representative Roth testified in support of HB 4749. Questions and discussions followed. Antrim County Probate Judge Truesdell testified in support of HB 4749. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4749, but did not wish to speak: Samantha Gibson, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. Trevor VanDyke, representing the State Court Administrative Office. The Chair laid HB 4833 before the committee: HB 4833 (Rep. Steele) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending section 8123 (MCL 600.8123), as amended by 2018 PA 6. Representative Steele testified in support of HB 4833. Questions and discussions followed. Judge Diane D'Agostini, representing the 48th District Court, testified in support of HB 4833. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4833, but did not wish to speak: Trevor VanDyke, representing the State Court Administrative Office. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Lightner adjourned the meeting at 11:47 AM. Representative Sarah Lightner, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


mover_label: McFall

evidence_text: Representative McFall moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 22, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4855 before the committee: HB 4855 (Rep. Prestin) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 43510 (MCL 324.43510), as amended by 2013 PA 108. Representative Prestin testified in support of HB 4855. Questions and discussions followed. Louis Ranguette testified in support of HB 4855. Brett Jenshak testified in support of HB 4855. Questions and discussions followed. Lance DeVooght, representing Gun Owners and Bow Hunters, testified in support of HB 4855. The following person submitted a card with no position on HB 4855, but did not wish to speak: Chris Semrinec, representing the Department of Natural Resources. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4855, but did not wish to speak: Justin Tomei, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs. The Chair laid HB 4937 before the committee: HB 4937 (Rep. Fairbairn) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 43528 (MCL 324.43528), as amended by 2013 PA 108. Representative Fairbairn testified in support of HB 4937. Mike Thorman, representing the Michigan Hunting Dog Federation, testified in support of HB 4937. Questions and discussions followed. Keith Shafer, representing the Michigan Bear Hunters Association, testified in support of HB 4937. Questions and discussions followed. Bob Jones, representing the Michigan Bow Hunters Association, testified in opposition to HB 4937. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4937, but did not wish to speak: Mitchell Nelson, representing the Humane World Animals. The following person submitted a card with no position on HB 4937, but did not wish to speak: Chris Semrinec, representing the Department of Natural Resources. The Chair laid HB 4822 before the committee: HB 4822 (Rep. Fairbairn) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 501 (MCL 324.501). Representative Fairbairn testified in support of HB 4822. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4822, but did not wish to speak: Keith Shafer, representing the Michigan Bear Hunters Association. Mike Thorman, representing the Michigan Hunting Dog Federation. Justin Tomei, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs. Mitchell Nelson, representing Humane World Animals. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4822, but did not wish to speak: Chris Semrinec, representing the Department of Natural Resources. The Chair laid a presentation on the Huron-Clinton Metroparks before the committee. Amy McMillan, CEO of the Huron Clinton Metroparks Authority, gave a presentation to the committee.


mover_label: Bohnak

evidence_text: Representative Bohnak moved to excuse Representatives Arbit and Foreman from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Martin adjourned the meeting at 1:24 PM. Representative David Martin, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Kunse

evidence_text: Representative Kunse moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 23, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4917 before the committee: HB 4917 (Rep. Smit) A bill to amend 2001 PA 267, entitled "Manufacturing milk law of 2001," by amending section 157 (MCL 288.717). Representative Smit testified in support of HB 4917. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4917, but did not wish to speak: Mikaylah Heffernan, representing the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4917, but did not wish to speak: Jarrett Skorup, representing the Mackinac Center. Tim Golding & Sonny Koch, representing the Americans for Prosperity Michigan. At 10:39 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:40 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid HB 4881 and HB 4882 before the committee: HB 4881 (Rep. Neyer) A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled "Food law," by amending section 4105 (MCL 289.4105), as amended by 2016 PA 188. HB 4882 (Rep. Neyer) A bill to repeal 1964 PA 158, entitled "An act to provide for the licensing of wholesale potato dealers; to prescribe certain powers and duties for certain state agencies; to require certain types of financial security for certain persons under certain circumstances, and to prescribe the procedure for its enforcement; to provide remedies and penalties for violations of the act; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts," (MCL 290.451 to 290.466).


mover_label: Pavlov

evidence_text: Representative Pavlov moved to report out HB 4881 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: Skaggs

evidence_text: Representative Skaggs moved to report out HB 4882 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4881 and HB 4882, but did not wish to speak: Jarrett Skorup, representing the Mackinac Center. Tim Golding & Sonny Koch, representing the Americans for Prosperity Michigan. The Chair laid a presentation from Michigan Agri-Business Association before the committee. Chuck Lippstreu, representing the Michigan Agri-Business Association, and Scott Gordon, representing the Cooperative Elevator Co. gave a presentation with an update on the Michigan Agri-Business. Questions and discussions followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 11:16 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative BeGole moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 23, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4913, HB 4914, HB 4915 and HB 4933 before the committee: HB 4913 (Rep. Bohnak) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," by amending section 2004 (MCL 339.2004), as amended by 2016 PA 435. HB 4914 (Rep. Outman) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," by amending section 2010 (MCL 339.2010), as amended by 1992 PA 103. HB 4915 (Rep. Maddock) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 16149. HB 4933 (Rep. Steele) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," by amending sections 303a and 411 (MCL 339.303a and 339.411), section 303a as amended by 2014 PA 265 and section 411 as amended by 2020 PA 388; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4913 and HB 4914, but did not wish to speak: Michelle Batora, representing the Michigan Society of Professional Surveyors. Jonathan Beythan, PE, SE. Michelle Kruzel, Architect. Zayda Steinke, Architect. Jan Culbertson, FAIA, LEED AP. John Rauser, PS. Leanne Panduren, PE. Michael Casico. James Bier, PE. Thomas Wheat, PE. George Jerome Jr. PS, PE. Daniel Beyer. Najahyia Chinchilla, LEEP-AP, BD+C. Jim Schneider RA. Aaron Wendzel. Shirley Schneider. Warren Owen. Neale Bauman, CCS, LEED-AP. Randy Case, LEED-AP. Christian Mueller. Dennis King, FAIA, FESD, LEED AP. Timothy Flintoff Jr. Amy Rydleski. Michael Royalty, PE. Patricia Locher, P.E. Stacie Hadeed. Jeffrey Winslow, CDT. Amy Hetletvedt. Paul Eland, LEED-AP. Erin Andrus, LEED-AP, BD+C, 36CFR61. Scott Goodsell, Principal Architect. Andrew Tjepkema. Amanda Hemeyer, PE. Scott Hemeyer, PE. Douglas Scott, P.E. Henry Horton, Elected County Surveyor for Lapeer County. Maxwell Murray, PE. The following person submitted a card wishing to speak in opposition to HB 4915, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Stephanie Nawyn. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4933, but did not wish to speak: Christine Suave, representing the Michigan Immigrant Rights Center.


motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4913.

evidence_text: Representative Bohnak moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4913. The motion prevailed 6-4-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoadley, Bohnak, Outman, BeGole, DeBoyer and St. Germaine. Nays: Reps. Grant, Brixie, Tate and Coffia. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Bohnak moved to report out HB 4913 with recommendation. The motion did not prevail 5-4-1: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoadley, Bohnak, Outman, DeBoyer and St. Germaine. Nays: Reps. Grant, Brixie, Tate and Coffia. Pass: Rep. BeGole.


mover_label: Outman

evidence_text: Representative Outman moved to report out HB 4914 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 6-3-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoadley, Bohnak, Outman, BeGole, DeBoyer and St. Germaine. Nays: Reps. Grant, Brixie and Tate. Pass: Rep. Coffia.


mover_label: Tate

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4915.

evidence_text: Representative Tate moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4915. The motion did not prevail 4-1-5: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Grant, Brixie, Tate and Coffia. Nays: Rep. BeGole. Pass: Reps. Hoadley, Bohnak, Outman, DeBoyer and St. Germaine.


mover_label: Hoadley

evidence_text: Representative Hoadley moved to report out HB 4915 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 6-4-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoadley, Bohnak, Outman, BeGole, DeBoyer and St. Germaine. Nays: Reps. Grant, Brixie, Tate and Coffia. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4927 before the committee: HB 4927 (Rep. Fairbairn) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," by amending sections 1108 and 1110 (MCL 339.1108 and 339.1110), section 1108 as amended by 2021 PA 101 and section 1110 as amended by 2020 PA 27.


motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4927.

evidence_text: Representative Bohnak moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4927. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoadley, Bohnak, Outman, BeGole, DeBoyer, St. Germaine, Grant, Brixie, Tate and Coffia. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Bohnak moved to report out HB 4927 with recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted. The committee further recommended that the bill and substitute (H-1) be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoadley, Bohnak, Outman, BeGole, DeBoyer, St. Germaine, Grant, Brixie, Tate and Coffia. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: St. Germaine

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4933.

evidence_text: Representative St. Germaine moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4933. The motion prevailed 8-1-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoadley, Bohnak, Outman, BeGole, DeBoyer, St. Germaine, Grant and Brixie. Nays: Rep. Tate. Pass: Rep. Coffia.


evidence_text: Representative St. Germaine moved to report out HB 4933 with recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted. The committee further recommended that the bill and substitute (H-1) be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 6-2-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoadley, Bohnak, Outman, BeGole, DeBoyer and St. Germaine. Nays: Reps. Brixie and Tate. Pass: Reps. Grant and Coffia.


evidence_text: Representative BeGole moved to excuse Representative Harris from the meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hoadley adjourned the meeting at 10:50 AM. Representative Mike Hoadley, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


mover_label: VanderWall

evidence_text: Representative VanderWall moved to adopt the meeting minutes from August 21, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4805, HB 4806, HB 4807 and HB 4808 before the committee: HB 4805 (Rep. Posthumus) A bill to amend 1982 PA 249, entitled "An act to establish the state children's trust fund in the department of treasury; and to provide certain powers and duties of the department of treasury with respect to the trust fund," by amending section 1 (MCL 21.171), as amended by 2014 PA 306. HB 4806 (Rep. Posthumus) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 811j (MCL 257.811j), as amended by 2006 PA 562. HB 4807 (Rep. Posthumus) A bill to amend 1982 PA 250, entitled "Child abuse and neglect prevention act," by amending the title and sections 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, and 12 (MCL 722.602, 722.603, 722.604, 722.609, 722.610, and 722.612), section 2 as amended by 2018 PA 60 and section 4 as amended by 2005 PA 82. HB 4808 (Rep. Posthumus) A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled "Open meetings act," by amending section 3a (MCL 15.263a), as amended by 2023 PA 214. Representative Posthumus and Amy Tattrie Loepp, representing the Children Trust Michigan, testified in support of HB 4805, HB 4806, HB 4807 and HB 4808. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4805, HB 4806, HB 4807 and HB 4808, but did not wish to speak: Matt Gillard, representing Michigan's Children. Gabe Basso, representing Blue Cross Blue Shield-Michigan. Megan Blue, representing the Michigan Health & Hospital Association. Dr. David Michelson, representing the Michigan Education Association.


evidence_text: Representative VanderWall moved to excuse Representative Harris from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair BeGole adjourned the meeting at 9:20 AM. Representative Brian BeGole, Chair Keith Feldpausch Committee Clerk kfeldpausch@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Fairbairn

evidence_text: Representative Fairbairn moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 23, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4745 before the committee: HB 4745 (Rep. Woolford) A bill to amend 1975 PA 169, entitled "Charitable organizations and solicitations act," by amending section 13 (MCL 400.283), as amended by 2010 PA 377.


mover_label: Linting

evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to report out HB 4745 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Thompson, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4692 and HB 4693 before the committee: HB 4692 (Rep. Rigas) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," (MCL 339.101 to 339.2677) by adding section 1205b. HB 4693 (Rep. Liberati) A bill to amend 1979 PA 152, entitled "State license fee act," by amending sections 9 and 25 (MCL 338.2209 and 338.2225), section 9 as amended by 1988 PA 461 and section 25 as amended by 2023 PA 131.


mover_label: Thompson

evidence_text: Representative Thompson moved to report out HB 4692 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Thompson, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: Rigas

evidence_text: Representative Rigas moved to report out HB 4693 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Thompson, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4254 before the committee: HB 4254 (Rep. Aragona) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 2674, 2675, and 2678 (MCL 333.2674, 333.2675, and 333.2678) and by adding sections 2670 and 2675a; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4254, but did not wish to speak: Tiffany Perkins, representing the PAWS Friend Network. Jenna Meseke, representing herself. Teresa LaCross, representing the Michigan Anti-Cruelty Society. Karen Hahn, representing herself. Kim DeFusco, representingherself. Kathi Groenendyk, Ph.D., representing the Dent County Animal Shelter.