evidence_text: Representative LaFave moved to report House Bill No. 4771 as amended, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4766, HB 4767, HB 4768, HB 4769, HB 4770 and HB 4771, but did not wish to speak: Herasanna Richards, representing the Michigan Municipal League. Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association. Sean Hammond, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. The Chair laid before the Committee a presentation by John Dulmes, Executive Director, Michigan Chemistry Council. Questions and discussion followed.


mover_label: LaFave

result: prevailed

evidence_text: Representative LaFave moved to excuse Representative Marino from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting at 11:10 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


mover_label: O'Malley

evidence_text: Representative O'Malley moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 20, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair made remarks to the committee. Discussion between committee members followed. The Chair laid the following before the committee: Testimony from Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson: Appointment System at Secretary of State Branch Offices At 10:34 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:39 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson testified before the committee. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Steven Johnson adjourned the meeting at 11:52 AM. Representative Steven Johnson, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Clements

evidence_text: Representative Clements moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 20, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4449 before the committee: HB 4449 (Rep. Berman) A bill to amend 1993 PA 23, entitled "Michigan limited liability company act," by amending sections 909 and 1101 (MCL 450.4909 and 450.5101), section 909 as amended by 2002 PA 686 and section 1101 as amended by 2019 PA 70. Marnie Triemstra and Linda Clegg, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, testified in opposition to HB 4449. Representative Berman, testified in support of HB 4449. The Chair laid HB 4780, HB 4781, HB 4782 and HB 4783 before the committee: HB 4780 (Rep. Mueller) A bill to amend 1976 IL 1, entitled "A petition to initiate legislation to provide for the use of returnable containers for soft drinks, soda water, carbonated natural or mineral water, other nonalcoholic carbonated drink, and for beer, ale, or other malt drink of whatever alcoholic content, and for certain other beverage containers; to provide for the use of unredeemed bottle deposits; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies," by amending section 3c (MCL 445.573c), as amended by 1996 PA 384. HB 4781 (Rep. Fink) A bill to amend 1976 IL 1, entitled "A petition to initiate legislation to provide for the use of returnable containers for soft drinks, soda water, carbonated natural or mineral water, other nonalcoholic carbonated drink, and for beer, ale, or other malt drink of whatever alcoholic content, and for certain other beverage containers; to provide for the use of unredeemed bottle deposits; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies," (MCL 445.571 to 445.576) by adding section 4c. HB 4782 (Rep. Sneller) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 14h of chapter XVII (MCL 777.14h), as amended by 2019 PA 49. HB 4783 (Rep. Tyrone Carter) A bill to amend 1976 IL 1, entitled "A petition to initiate legislation to provide for the use of returnable containers for soft drinks, soda water, carbonated natural or mineral water, other nonalcoholic carbonated drink, and for beer, ale, or other malt drink of whatever alcoholic content, and for certain other beverage containers; to provide for the use of unredeemed bottle deposits; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies," by amending section 4 (MCL 445.574), as amended by 1998 PA 473. Michael Moon, representing Representative Mueller's Office, testified in support of HB 4780, HB 4781, HB 4782 and HB 4783. Representative Sneller, testified in support of HB 4780, HB 4781, HB 4782 and HB 4783. Derek Bajema, representing the Michigan Soft Drink Association, testified in support of HB 4780, HB 4781, HB 4782 and HB 4783. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4780, HB 4781, HB 4782 and HB 4783, but did not wish to speak: Sean Hammond, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. Nick Occhipinti, representing the League of Conservation Voters. Mike Alaimo, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. Bill Black, representing the Michigan Teamsters. Caroline Liethen, representing the Michigan Manufacturing Association. Nick Kronsbein, representing the Used Beverage Container Recycling, LLC. Tom Emmerich, representing Schupan & Sons. At 11:06 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 11:07 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.


mover_label: Posthumus

evidence_text: Representative Posthumus moved to report out HB 4780 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lilly, Clements, Calley, Wendzel, Damoose, Posthumus, Anthony, Hertel, Sneller, Kuppa. Nays: None. Pass: None.

validation_state: consistent


evidence_text: Representative Clements moved to report out HB 4781 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lilly, Clements, Calley, Wendzel, Damoose, Posthumus, Anthony, Hertel, Sneller, Kuppa. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: Anthony

evidence_text: Representative Anthony moved to report out HB 4782 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lilly, Clements, Calley, Wendzel, Damoose, Posthumus, Anthony, Hertel, Sneller, Kuppa. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: Hertel

evidence_text: Representative Hertel moved to report out HB 4783 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lilly, Clements, Calley, Wendzel, Damoose, Posthumus, Anthony, Hertel, Sneller, Kuppa. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Clements moved to excuse Representative Schroeder from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jim Lilly adjourned the meeting at 11:09 AM. Representative Jim Lilly, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Rendon

evidence_text: Representative Rendon moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 19, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4912 before the committee: HB 4912 (Rep. Bezotte) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 16215, 16283, 16286, 16287, 16288, 18802, 18805, 18811, 18812, and 18814 (MCL 333.16215, 333.16283, 333.16286, 333.16287, 333.16288, 333.18802, 333.18805, 333.18811, 333.18812, and 333.18814), section 16215 as amended by 2019 PA 140, sections 16283, 16286, and 16288 as added by 2016 PA 359, section 16287 as amended by 2017 PA 22, section 18802 as amended by 2000 PA 22, section 18805 as amended by 1982 PA 353, section 18811 as amended by 2006 PA 406, and section 18812 as amended by 1982 PA 337, and by adding sections 18811a, 18818, 18819, and 18829; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. Representative Bezotte, joined by former Representative Vaupel, both testified in support of HB 4912. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4912, but did not wish to speak: Jessica Simpson, representing the Humane Society of the United States. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4912, but did not wish to speak: John Tramontana, representing the Michigan Veterinary Medical Association. Lawrence A. Letsche DVM, representing Remrock Farms Veterinary Services.


mover_label: Cambensy

evidence_text: Representative Cambensy moved to excuse Representative Garza from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Julie Alexander adjourned the meeting at 10:47 AM. Representative Julie Alexander, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


motion_text: to adopt the meeting minutes from May 19, 2021.


motion_text: to excuse Representative Garza from the meeting.


mover_label: Cavanagh

evidence_text: Representative Cavanagh moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 26, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4646 before the committee: HB 4646 (Rep. Bolden) A bill to amend 1992 PA 147, entitled "Neighborhood enterprise zone act," by amending sections 2 and 3 (MCL 207.772 and 207.773), section 2 as amended by 2020 PA 3 and section 3 as amended by 2008 PA 204. Representative Bolden testified in support of HB 4646. The Chair laid HB 4647 before the committee: HB 4647 (Rep. Sabo) A bill to provide for the establishment of attainable housing districts in certain local governmental units; to provide for the exemption from certain taxes; to levy and collect a specific tax upon the owners of certain qualified facilities; to provide for the disposition of the tax; to provide for the obtaining and transferring of an exemption certificate and to prescribe the contents of those certificates; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officials; and to provide penalties. Representative Sabo testified in support of HB 4647. The Chair laid HB 4649 and HB 4650 before the committee: HB 4649 (Rep. Huizenga) A bill to amend 1966 PA 346, entitled "State housing development authority act of 1966," by amending the title and section 22 (MCL 125.1422), the title as amended by 2004 PA 280 and section 22 as amended by 2012 PA 327, and by adding section 22e. HB 4650 (Rep. Huizenga) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.713) by adding sections 279 and 678. Representative Huizenga testified in support of HB 4649 and HB 4650. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 4827 before the committee: HB 4827 (Rep. Roth) A bill to provide for the establishment of residential housing districts in certain local governmental units; to provide for the exemption from certain taxes; to levy and collect a specific tax upon the owners of certain qualified residential facilities; to provide for the disposition of the tax; to provide for the obtaining and transferring of an exemption certificate and to prescribe the contents of those certificates; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officials; and to provide penalties. Representative Roth testified in support of HB 4827. Questions and discussion followed. Mark Garcia, representing the Michigan State Housing Development Authority, testified with a neutral position on HB 4646, HB 4647, HB 4649, HB 4650 and HB 4827. Peter Morman, representing the Treasury Department, testified in opposition to HB 4646, HB 4647, HB 4649, HB 4650 and HB 4827. Brent Forsberg, representing TA Forsberg, and Richard Raffeilli, representing Peterson Farms, testified in support of HB 4646, HB 4647, HB 4649, HB 4650 and HB 4827. Ryan VerWys, representing the Inner City Federation, and Ryan Kilpatrick, representing Housing Next, testified in support of HB 4646, HB 4647, HB 4649, HB 4650 and HB 4827. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4646, HB 4647, HB 4649, HB 4650 and HB 4827, but did not wish to speak: Meghan Keit, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4646, HB 4647, HB 4649, HB 4650 and HB 4827, but did not wish to speak: Alex Houseman, representing the Michigan Realtors. Jen Rigterink, representing the Michigan Municipal League. Boyd Buchanen, representing the Home Builders Association of Livingston County. Clay Powell, representing The Rental Property Association of Michigan. Karyn Ferrick, representing the City of Grand Rapids. Stacie Bytwork, representing the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance. Josh Lunger, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber. Dawn Crandall, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan. Yarrow Brown, representing Housing North. Kirstie Sieloff, representing the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance. Warren Call, representing Traverse Connect. Dan Papineau, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. Phil Yeiter, representing Priority Health. David Bilardello, representing Spectrum Health. Jessica AcMoody, representing CEDAM. Justin Horvath, representing the Shiawassee Economic Development Partnership. Jennifer Loechle, representing the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce. Nikki Devitt, representing the Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce. Kimberly Kihnke, representing Bay North Realty. Frances K. Bond, representing Advocates for Benzie County. Jonathan Stimson, representing the Homestretch Nonprofit Housing Corp. David Bulkowski, representing Disability Advocates of Kent County. MaryEllen Hyttinen, representing the Western U.P. Planning & Development Region. William Witler, representing the Sleeping Bear Gateways Council. Robert O'Hara, representing the Home Builders Association of the Grand Traverse Area. Lois Ellis, representing the Dickinson Area Economic Development Alliance. Wendy Clow, representing the Greater Jackson Habitat for Humanity. Jill Ferrai, representing Renovare Development. Paul Ecklund, representing the Disability Network Southwest Michigan. Carlin Smith, representing the Little Traverse Bay Housing Partnership. Peter Wills, representing the City of Muskegon. Holly Cole, representing the Ottawa County Housing Commission. Amanda Scott, representing Child and Family Services. Paul Sachs, representing Ottawa County Planning and Performance Improvement. Virgie Ammerman, representing VirgieAmmerman.com. Sandra Pearson, representing Habitat for Humanity of Michigan. Aaron Jonker, representing the Wolverine Building Group. Rose Fosdick, representing Manistee County HSCB. Jennifer Knapp, representing Harbor, Inc. Ryan Hannon, representing Goodwill Northern Michigan. Dave Wilsey, representing CENTURY 21 NORTHLAND. Taylor Moore, an individual. Elizabeth Chiles, an individual realtor. Susan Jones, an individual. Sara Harding, representing Yen Yoga & Fitness. John Marshall, representing Range Bank. Christina Schuett, representing Rare Bird Brewpub The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4646, HB 4647, HB 4649, HB 4650 and HB 4827, but did not wish to speak: Ray Telman, representing the Middle Cities Education Association. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4649 and HB 4650, but did not wish to speak: Micah Babcock, representing the Small Business Association of Michigan. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4647, HB 4649 and HB 4650, but did not wish to speak: Roger Suppes, representing Sutton's Bay Village. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4646, HB 4647, HB 4649 and HB 4650, but did not wish to speak: Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Calley adjourned the meeting at 12:38 PM. Representative Julie Calley, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Koleszar

evidence_text: Representative Koleszar moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 25, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4897 before the committee: HB 4897 (Rep. Calley) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 730, 731, and 733 (MCL 168.730, 168.731, and 168.733), sections 730 and 731 as amended by 1995 PA 261 and section 733 as amended by 1996 PA 583. Representative Calley, testified in support of HB 4897. Questions and discussion followed. Patrice Johnson, representing the Pure Integrity for Michigan Elections, testified in support of HB 4897. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4897, but did not wish to speak: Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks. Merissa Kovach, representing the ACLU of Michigan. Shira Roza, representing the Promote the Vote. Cheryl Rottmann, representing the Oakland County Clerks Association. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Ann Bollin adjourned the meeting at 8:42 AM. Representative Ann Bollin, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: June 8, 2021


motion_text: to adopt the meeting minutes from May 25, 2021.


mover_label: Filler

evidence_text: Representative Filler moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 27, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 440 before the committee: SB 440 (Sen. Brinks) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 22224b.


mover_label: Alexander

evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to report out SB 440 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 16-0-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller, Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Pohutsky, Whitsett, Morse. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Clemente, Stone, Neeley. The Chair laid SB 155 and SB 156 before the committee: SB 155 (Sen. Daley) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 17703, 17708, 17751, and 17757 (MCL 333.17703, 333.17708, 333.17751, and 333.17757), section 17703 as amended by 2016 PA 528, section 17708 as amended by 2020 PA 4, section 17751 as amended by 2020 PA 136, and section 17757 as amended by 2016 PA 383, and by adding section 17744f. SB 156 (Sen. Daley) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," (MCL 500.100 to 500.8302) by adding section 3406v.


evidence_text: Representative Filler moved to report out SB 155 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 19-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller, Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Whitsett, Neeley, Morse. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: Roth

evidence_text: Representative Roth moved to report out SB 156 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 19-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller, Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Whitsett, Neeley, Morse. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4659 before the committee: HB 4659 (Rep. Bellino) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 17754a (MCL 333.17754a), as added by 2020 PA 134.


mover_label: Allor

evidence_text: Representative Allor moved to report out HB 4659 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 19-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller, Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Whitsett, Neeley, Morse. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4925, HB 4926, HB 4927, HB 4928 and HB 4929 before the committee: HB 4925 (Rep. Whiteford) A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled "Mental health code," by amending sections 100a, 100c, 100d, 116, 206, 208, 210, 232, 269, 270, 271, 273, 274, 275, and 281c (MCL 330.1100a, 330.1100c, 330.1100d, 330.1116, 330.1206, 330.1208, 330.1210, 330.1232, 330.1269, 330.1270, 330.1271, 330.1273, 330.1274, 330.1275, and 330.1281c), section 100a as amended by 2020 PA 402, section 100c as amended by 2020 PA 285, section 100d as amended by 2020 PA 99, section 116 as amended by 1998 PA 67, sections 206 and 232 as amended by 1995 PA 290, sections 208 and 210 as amended and sections 269, 270, 271, 273, 274, and 275 as added by 2012 PA 500, and section 281c as added by 2014 PA 200, and by adding sections 110a and 117; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 4926 (Rep. Hammoud) A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled "The social welfare act," by amending section 109f (MCL 400.109f), as amended by 2017 PA 224. HB 4927 (Rep. Green) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 7408a (MCL 333.7408a), as amended by 2020 PA 380. HB 4928 (Rep. Allor) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 703 (MCL 436.1703), as amended by 2020 PA 377. HB 4929 (Rep. Thanedar) A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled "The social welfare act," by amending section 57z (MCL 400.57z), as added by 2014 PA 395. Representative Whiteford, testified in support of HB 4925, HB 4926, HB 4927, HB 4928 and HB 4929. Questions and discussion followed. Dr. Michael Brashears, founder and CEO of Outcomes That Matter LLC, testified in support of HB 4925. Questions and discussion followed. Marianne Huff, representing the Mental Health Association in Michigan, testified in support of HB 4925, HB 4926, HB 4927, HB 4928 and HB 4929. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4925, HB 4926, HB 4927, HB 4928 and HB 4929, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Melissa Roy, representing the Autism Alliance of Michigan. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4925, HB 4926, HB 4927, HB 4928 and HB 4929, but did not wish to speak: Sean Sorenson-Abbott, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4925, but did not wish to speak: Paul Tarr, representing Paul Tarr and Associates. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Kahle adjourned the meeting at 11:52 AM. Representative Bronna Kahle, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Outman

evidence_text: Representative Outman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 27, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid the following before the committee: Presentation on details regarding the state undercounting nursing home deaths The Chair made comments to the committee. Steve Delie, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, testified before the committee. Questions and discussion followed. Director Elizabeth Hertel, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, testified before the committee. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid SJRG before the committee: SJRG (Sen. Barrett) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the state constitution of 1963, by adding section 9 to article XI, to protect certain communications with members of the legislature. Bryce Fisher, representing Senator Tom Barrett testified in support of SJRG. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Steven Johnson adjourned the meeting at 11:46 AM. Representative Steven Johnson, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Farrington

evidence_text: Representative Farrington moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 25, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4725 before the committee: HB 4725 (Rep. Bezotte) A bill to amend 1969 PA 312, entitled "An act to provide for compulsory arbitration of labor disputes in municipal police and fire departments; to define such public departments; to provide for the selection of members of arbitration panels; to prescribe the procedures and authority thereof; and to provide for the enforcement and review of awards thereof," by amending section 2 (MCL 423.232), as amended by 2011 PA 116.


mover_label: Wakeman

evidence_text: Representative Wakeman moved to report out HB 4725 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Marino, Farrington, Wakeman, Martin, Cherry, Manoogian, Whitsett, Liberati. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: Marino

motion_text: to reconsider the previous motion.

evidence_text: Chair Marino moved to reconsider the previous motion. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Marino, Farrington, Wakeman, Wendzel, Martin, Cherry, Manoogian, Whitsett, Liberati. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid SB 459 before the committee: SB 459 (Sen. Moss) A bill to amend 1992 PA 147, entitled "Neighborhood enterprise zone act," by amending section 4 (MCL 207.774), as amended by 2014 PA 17. Alex Mansour, representing Brush Park Development, testified in support of SB 459. The chair returned to HB 4725.


evidence_text: Representative Wakeman moved to report out HB 4725 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Marino, Roth, Farrington, Wakeman, Wendzel, Martin, Cambensy, Cherry, Manoogian, Whitsett, Liberati. Nays: None. Pass: None. Brian Kelly, Michael Anderson, and Peter Klein, representing the Michigan Film Industry Association, gave an overview presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee,


motion_text: to adjourn the Committee.

evidence_text: Representative Cambensy moved to adjourn the Committee. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair adjourned the meeting at 9:30 AM. Representative Steve Marino, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


mover_label: O'Malley

evidence_text: Representative O'Malley moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 4, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4945 before the committee: HB 4945 (Rep. Hornberger) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending sections 1311b and 1311d (MCL 380.1311b and 380.1311d), section 1311b as amended by 2012 PA 620 and section 1311d as added by 1999 PA 23. Zakia Gibson and Sheryl Sanford, representing the Highland Park Public Schools, testified in support of HB 4945. Questions and discussion followed. Nick Kovach and Curtis Smith, representing the ACE Academy, testified in support of HB 4945. Questions and discussion followed. Mohamed Tabet, testified in support of HB 4945. Representative Schroeder, testified in support of HB 4945. Nick Kovach and Curtis Smith returned to testify in support on HB 4945. Questions and discussion followed. Janet Spight-White, representing the Highland Park School Board, testified in opposition to HB 4945. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4945, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Ebon Morales, a former Highland Park School Board Member. Mark Price, representing the Highland Park School Board. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4945, but did not wish to speak: Kari Klionski, representing Spectrum Juvenile Justice Services. Christine Schechtev, representing the ACE Academy. Alicia Urbain, representing the Michigan Association of Public School Academies. Beth DeShone, representing the Great Lakes Education Project Education Fund. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4945, but did not wish to speak: Andy Neumann, representing the Michigan Education Association.


mover_label: Markkanen

evidence_text: Representative Markkanen moved to report out HB 4945 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-4-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Green, Markkanen, O'Malley, Beeler, Damoose, Posthumus. Nays: Reps. Camilleri, Brenda Carter, Koleszar, Shannon. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Pamela Hornberger adjourned the meeting at 9:29 AM. Representative Pamela Hornberger, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Calley

evidence_text: Representative Calley moved to adopt the minutes from the June 3rd, 2021 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4838 before the committee: HB 4838 (Rep. Green) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 668b and 795 (MCL 168.668b and 168.795), section 668b as added by 2018 PA 614 and section 795 as amended by 2018 PA 127.


motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4838.

evidence_text: Representative Filler moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4838. The motion prevailed 6-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Filler moved to report out HB 4838 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 5-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler. Nays: Rep. Koleszar. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4839 before the committee: HB 4839 (Rep. Paquette) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 759 (MCL 168.759), as amended by 2020 PA 302.


mover_label: Steven Johnson

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4839.

evidence_text: Representative Steven Johnson moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4839. The motion prevailed 6-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Steven Johnson moved to report out HB 4839 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 5-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler. Nays: Rep. Koleszar. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4845 before the committee: HB 4845 (Rep. Farrington) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," (MCL 168.1 to 168.992) by adding section 31b.


mover_label: Wendzel

evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to report out HB 4845 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 6-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4845, but did not wish to speak: Shira Roza, representing Promote the Vote. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4839, but did not wish to speak: Shira Roza, representing Promote the Vote. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4839 and HB 4845, but did not wish to speak: Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Township Association. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4838 (H-1), HB 4839 (H-1) and HB 4845, but did not wish to speak: Adam Reames, representing the Michigan Department of State. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4838 (H-1), HB 4839 (H-1) and HB 4845, but did not wish to speak: Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Bollin adjourned the meeting at 12:08 PM. Representative Ann Bollin, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


motion_text: to adopt the minutes from the June 3rd, 2021 meeting.


motion_text: to report out HB 4838 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).


motion_text: to report out HB 4839 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1).


motion_text: to report out HB 4845 with recommendation.


mover_label: Haadsma

evidence_text: Representative Haadsma moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 20, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4801, HB 4802, HB 4803, HB 4804 and HB 4805 before the committee: HB 4801 (Rep. Schroeder) A bill to regulate persons that provide electric vehicle charging services; to require registration of certain persons that provide electric vehicle charging services; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state officers and entities. HB 4802 (Rep. Kuppa) A bill to amend 1939 PA 3, entitled "An act to provide for the regulation and control of public and certain private utilities and other services affected with a public interest within this state; to provide for alternative energy suppliers; to provide for licensing; to include municipally owned utilities and other providers of energy under certain provisions of this act; to create a public service commission and to prescribe and define its powers and duties; to abolish the Michigan public utilities commission and to confer the powers and duties vested by law on the public service commission; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to provide for the continuance, transfer, and completion of certain matters and proceedings; to abolish automatic adjustment clauses; to prohibit certain rate increases without notice and hearing; to qualify residential energy conservation programs permitted under state law for certain federal exemption; to create a fund; to encourage the utilization of resource recovery facilities; to prohibit certain acts and practices of providers of energy; to allow for the securitization of stranded costs; to reduce rates; to provide for appeals; to provide appropriations; to declare the effect and purpose of this act; to prescribe remedies and penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by amending the title and sections 10g, 10h, and 10q (MCL 460.10g, 460.10h, and 460.10q), the title as amended by 2016 PA 341, section 10g as amended by 2008 PA 286, section 10h as added by 2000 PA 142, and section 10q as added by 2000 PA 141. HB 4803 (Rep. Bellino) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 676a (MCL 257.676a), as amended by 2005 PA 1. HB 4804 (Rep. LaGrand) A bill to amend 1941 PA 205, entitled "An act to provide for the construction, establishment, opening, use, discontinuing, vacating, closing, altering, improvement, and maintenance of limited access highways and facilities ancillary to those highways; to permit the acquiring of property and property rights and the closing or other treatment of intersecting roads for these purposes; to provide for the borrowing of money and for the issuing of bonds or notes payable from special funds for the acquisition, construction or improvement of such highways; and to provide for the receipt and expenditure of funds generated from the facilities," by amending section 2 (MCL 252.52), as amended by 2002 PA 150. HB 4805 (Rep. Damoose) 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; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by amending section 1b (MCL 247.651b), as amended by 2002 PA 498. Representative Schroeder, Representative Damoose, Representative LaGrand, and Representative Kuppa, testified in support of HB 4801, HB 4802, HB 4803, HB 4804 and HB 4805. Questions and discussion followed. Jane McCurry, representing Clean Fuels Michigan, testified in support of HB 4801, HB 4802, HB 4803, HB 4804 and HB 4805. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4801, HB 4802, HB 4803, HB 4804 and HB 4805, but did not wish to speak: Charlotte Jameson, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. Laura Sherman, representing the Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4801, HB 4802, HB 4803, HB 4804 and HB 4805, but did not wish to speak: Kaitlin Monahagn, representing Rivian Automotive. Robert O'Meara, representing ITC. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4803, HB 4804 and HB 4805, but did not wish to speak: Ed Rivet, representing the Michigan Conservation Energy Forum. Hallie Fox and Nicholas Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4804 and HB 4805, but did not wish to speak: Pete Langley, representing the Michigan Petroleum Association. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Bellino adjourned the meeting at 12:17 PM. Representative Joe Bellino, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Wozniak

evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 18, 2021. There being no objections, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair Laid before the committee the Michigan Home Community Services Network presentation. John Grib, Clinical Director at Senior Services of Southwest Michigan, David Benjamin, Program Director for A and D Home Health Care, Inc., and Michael A. Tysick, Co-Director for A and D Home Health Care, Inc., testified on their role on being designated by the state as a provider of the Michigan Choice Wavier program. A copy of their handout is attached. The Chair laid HB 4472, HB 4473, HB 4474, HB 4475, HB 4476, HB 4477, HB 4478 and HB 4479 before the committee: HB 4472 (Rep. Anthony) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 174a (MCL 750.174a), as amended by 2013 PA 34. HB 4473 (Rep. Wozniak) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," (MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by amending the heading of chapter XXA and by adding section 145s. HB 4474 (Rep. Wakeman) A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled "Mental health code," by amending section 134a (MCL 330.1134a), as amended by 2014 PA 72. HB 4475 (Rep. Bolden) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 20173a and 21313 (MCL 333.20173a and 333.21313), section 20173a as amended by 2017 PA 167 and section 21313 as amended by 2012 PA 51. HB 4476 (Rep. Tisdel) A bill to amend 1979 PA 218, entitled "Adult foster care facility licensing act," by amending sections 13, 31, and 34b (MCL 400.713, 400.731, and 400.734b), section 13 as amended by 2018 PA 557, section 31 as amended by 1994 PA 150, and section 34b as amended by 2018 PA 558. HB 4477 (Rep. Ellison) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 16i of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16i), as amended by 2012 PA 169. HB 4478 (Rep. Farrington) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 16g of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16g), as amended by 2020 PA 50. HB 4479 (Rep. Brenda Carter) A bill to amend 1998 PA 386, entitled "Estates and protected individuals code," by amending section 2802 (MCL 700.2802), as amended by 2012 PA 173. Representative Sarah Anthony, bill sponsor for HB 4472, Representative Douglas C. Wozniak, bill sponsor for HB 4473 Representative Kyra Harris Bolden, bill sponsor for HB 4475, and Representative Brenda Carter, bill sponsor for HB 4479, provided a brief synopsis on the entire elder law crime package. Questions followed. The following individuals submitted a testimony card in support of HB 4472, HB 4473, HB 4474, HB 4475, HB 4476, HB 4477, HB 4478, and HB 4479, but did not wish to speak: Todd Tennis, representing the Elder Law and Disability Rights Section of the State Bar of Michigan; David LaLumia, Executive Director for the Area Agencies on Aging Association; Jean Doss, representing Michigan Elder Justice Initiative, The Arc of Michigan and Elder Law of Michigan; Rebecca J. Mastee, J.D., Policy Advocate for the Michigan Catholic Conference; Jason Lachowski, Program Specialist, Advocacy for American Association of Retired Persons of Michigan; and Mary Pollock, Legislative Representative for the Michigan State Employee Retirees Association. There being no further business before the committee; Representative Wozniak moved that the committee adjourn. There being no objections, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 12:36 p.m. Representative Rodney Wakeman, Chair Joy Brewer Committee Clerk joybrewer@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Mueller

evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 25, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.


evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 1, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4051 before the committee: HB 4051 (Rep. Hoitenga) A bill to amend 1994 PA 350, entitled "Public employee retirement benefits forfeiture act," by amending sections 2 and 3 (MCL 38.2702 and 38.2703), as amended by 2017 PA 43. Representative Hoitenga, testified in support of HB 4051. Questions and discussion followed. Jamie and Nicole Mullin, representing themselves, testified in support of HB 4051. Stacey Allman, representing herself, testified in support of HB 4051. Shelli Weisberg, representing the ACLU of Michigan, testified in opposition to HB 4051. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4051, but did not wish to speak: Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards. Marie Campbell, representing herself. The Chair laid HB 4656 before the committee: HB 4656 (Rep. Cambensy) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending section 526 (MCL 600.526), as amended by 2012 PA 22. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4656, but did not wish to speak: Bruce Timmons, representing himself.


motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4656.

evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4656. The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Wozniak, Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to report out HB 4656 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 1). The motion prevailed 11-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Kahle, Rendon, Wozniak, Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen. Nays: Rep. Steven Johnson. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4528 before the committee: HB 4528 (Rep. Posthumus) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 31, 683, and 730 (MCL 168.31, 168.683, and 168.730), section 31 as amended by 2012 PA 271, section 683 as amended by 2018 PA 120, and section 730 as amended by 1995 PA 261, and by adding section 730a. Substitute (H-2) to HB 4528 was previously adopted on April 27, 2021.


motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4528.

evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4528. The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Wozniak, Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to report out HB 4528 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 3). The motion prevailed 11-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Wozniak, Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Hope, Breen. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Bolden. Chairman Filler laid before the committee a presentation by Sheriff Christopher R. Swanson on Genesee County’s IGNITE Program (Inmate Growth Naturally and Intentionally Through Education). Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Filler adjourned the meeting at 10:00 AM. Representative Graham Filler, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Steenland

evidence_text: Representative Steenland moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 18, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4525 before the committee: HB 4525 (Rep. Berman) A bill to amend 1965 PA 203, entitled "Michigan commission on law enforcement standards act," by amending the title and section 9e (MCL 28.609e), the title as amended by 1998 PA 237 and section 9e as added by 2018 PA 552. Representative Berman introduced the bill. Questions and discussion followed. Major Jake King, representing the Marietta Police Department, testified in support of HB 4525. Questions and discussion followed. Amir Khilah testified in support of HB 4525. The Chair laid HB 4821 before the committee: HB 4821 (Rep. Beson) A bill to amend 2004 PA 177, entitled "Michigan law enforcement officers memorial act," by amending section 5 (MCL 28.785), as amended by 2020 PA 215; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. Representative Beson introduced the bill. Questions and discussion followed. Mike Sauger, representing the Michigan Fraternal Order of Police, testified in support of HB 4821. The Chair laid HB 4718 before the committee: HB 4718 (Rep. Eisen) A bill to amend 1927 PA 372, entitled "An act to regulate and license the selling, purchasing, possessing, and carrying of certain firearms, gas ejecting devices, and electro-muscular disruption devices; to prohibit the buying, selling, or carrying of certain firearms, gas ejecting devices, and electro-muscular disruption devices without a license or other authorization; to provide for the forfeiture of firearms and electro-muscular disruption devices under certain circumstances; to provide for penalties and remedies; to provide immunity from civil liability under certain circumstances; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies; to prohibit certain conduct against individuals who apply for or receive a license to carry a concealed pistol; to make appropriations; to prescribe certain conditions for the appropriations; and to repeal all acts and parts of acts inconsistent with this act," by amending sections 5b and 5l (MCL 28.425b and 28.425l), as amended by 2017 PA 95.


mover_label: Eisen

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4718.

evidence_text: Representative Eisen moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4718. The motion prevailed 9-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Jones, Coleman, Rogers, Steenland. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4718, but did not wish to speak: Chris Gerard, representing the Michigan State Police. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4718, but did not wish to speak: Brady Schickinger, representing the Michigan Coalition for Responsible Gun Owners.


evidence_text: Representative Steenland moved to report out HB 4718 with recommendation, as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Jones, Coleman, Rogers, Steenland. Nays: None. Pass: None. Tom Lambert, representing Michigan Open Carry, testified in support of HB 4718. The Chair laid HB 4003 before the committee: HB 4003 (Rep. Hall) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 227 (MCL 750.227), as amended by 1986 PA 8. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4003, but did not wish to speak: Tom Lambert, representing the Michigan Open Carry. Brady Schickinger, representing the Michigan Coalition for Responsible Gun Owners.


mover_label: Martin

evidence_text: Representative Martin moved to refer HB 4003 to the Committee on Judiciary. The motion prevailed 8-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Jones, Coleman, Steenland. Nays: Rep. Rogers. Pass: None. The committee returned to consideration of HB 4525. Representative Berman returned to answer questions. John Toth, a member of Michigan's Unarmed Combat Commission joined to answer questions. Tim Bourgeois, representing the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards, testified in opposition to HB 4525. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Beau LaFave adjourned the meeting at 1:14 PM. Representative Beau LaFave, Chair Matt Carnagie Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Bellino

evidence_text: Representative Bellino moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 25, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4648 before the committee: HB 4648 (Rep. Tate) A bill to amend 1972 PA 230, entitled "Stille- DeRossett-Hale single state construction code act," by amending section 4 (MCL 125.1504), as amended by 2012 PA 504. Representative Tate testified in support of HB 4648. Questions and discussion followed. Sean Hammond and Abby Wallace, representing the Michigan Environmental Council, testified in opposition to HB 4648. Questions and discussion followed. Dawn Crandall, representing the Home Builder's Association of Michigan, testified in support of HB 4648. Questions and discussion followed. Wayne Jewell, a Code Construction official, testified in support of HB 4648. Questions and discussion followed. Ken Misiewicz, representing the Pluene Service Company, testified in support of HB 4648. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4648, but did not wish to speak: Karyn Ferrich, representing the City of Grand Rapids. Amanda Fisher, representing the NFIB. Joshua Lunger, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber. Kirstie Sieloff, representing the Traverse Connect & Northern MI Chamber Alliance. LR Swadley, representing Swadley Development. Trudy Wilder, representing the City of St. Joseph. Cynthia Maher, representing the Michigan Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Association. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4648, but did not wish to speak: Hallie Fox, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club-Michigan Chapter. Todd Tennis, representing the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. Marnie Triemstra, representing Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. The Chair laid HB 4660 before the committee: HB 4660 (Rep. Bezotte) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 654 and 698a (MCL 257.654 and 257.698a). Representative Bezotte, Representative Wakeman, and Cana Garrison, representing the Michigan Funeral Directors Association, testified in support of HB 4660.


motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4660.

evidence_text: Representative Outman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4660. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Garza, Witwer, Steenland. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4557, HB 4558, HB 4559, HB 4560 and HB 4561 before the committee: HB 4557 (Rep. Wendzel) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 525 (MCL 436.1525), as amended by 2016 PA 434. HB 4558 (Rep. Glenn) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 16307a. HB 4559 (Rep. Fink) A bill to amend 1979 PA 152, entitled "State license fee act," (MCL 338.2201 to 338.2277) by adding section 4a. HB 4560 (Rep. Griffin) A bill to amend 2016 PA 407, entitled "Skilled trades regulation act," (MCL 339.5101 to 339.6133) by adding section 417a. HB 4561 (Rep. Roth) A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled "Food law," by amending sections 2125, 3119, 4111, 4113, 4115, and 6137 (MCL 289.2125, 289.3119, 289.4111, 289.4113, 289.4115, and 289.6137), sections 2125 and 4113 as amended by 2015 PA 61, section 3119 as amended by 2018 PA 92, section 4111 as amended by 2016 PA 188, and section 6137 as amended by 2007 PA 114, and by adding section 4118.


mover_label: Hall

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4558.

evidence_text: Representative Hall moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4558. The motion prevailed 13-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Garza, Witwer, Steenland. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to report out HB 4558 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Garza, Witwer, Steenland. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: Outman

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4559.

evidence_text: Representative Outman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4559. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Garza, Witwer, Steenland. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: Damoose

evidence_text: Representative Damoose moved to report out HB 4559 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Garza, Witwer, Steenland. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: Clements

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4560.

evidence_text: Representative Clements moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4560. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Garza, Witwer, Steenland. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: Hoitenga

evidence_text: Representative Hoitenga moved to report out HB 4560 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Garza, Witwer, Steenland. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hoitenga moved to report out HB 4557 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Garza, Witwer, Steenland. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Bellino moved to report out HB 4561 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Garza, Witwer, Steenland. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4557, but did not wish to speak: John MNcNamara, representing the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4557 and HB 4561, but did not wish to speak: Mason Doerr and Scott Ellis, representing the Michigan Licensed Beverage Association. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4561, but did not wish to speak: Ashley Steffen, representing the Michigan Department of Agriculture. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4557, HB 4558, HB 4559, HB 4560 and HB 4561, but did not wish to speak: Alex Houseman, representing the Michigan Realtors. Amanda Fisher, representing the NFIB.


mover_label: Hertel

evidence_text: Representative Hertel moved to excuse Representatives Jones and Yancey from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hauck adjourned the meeting at 10:54 AM. Representative Roger Hauck, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Sneller

evidence_text: Representative Sneller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 25, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 220 before the committee: SB 220 (Sen. Theis) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 802 (MCL 257.802), as amended by 2019 PA 88. Meghan Reckling, representing Senator Theis's office, testified in support of SB 220. Questions and discussion followed. Matt Levin and Dave Richmond, both representing the Michigan Department of State, testified in opposition to SB 220. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 220, but did not wish to speak: Jason Wadaga, representing the Michigan Dairy Foods Association. Jason Wadaga, representing the Michigan Association of Timbermen. Andrew Vermeesch, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. The Chair laid HB 4735 before the committee: HB 4735 (Rep. Filler) A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled "Michigan memorial highway act," (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by adding section 103. Representative Filler testified in support of HB 4735.


mover_label: Howell

evidence_text: Representative Howell moved to report out HB 4735 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Howell, Griffin, LaFave, Berman, Carra, Roth, Sneller, Clemente, Shannon, Liberati, Puri. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4735, but did not wish to speak: Troy Hagon, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation. The Chair laid HB 4739 before the committee: HB 4739 (Rep. Fink) A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled "Michigan memorial highway act," (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by adding section 101. Representative Fink, joined by J.J. Hodshire, uncle to Segreant Michael P. Hodshire, both testified in support of HB 4739.


mover_label: LaFave

evidence_text: Representative LaFave moved to report out HB 4739 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Howell, Griffin, LaFave, Berman, Carra, Roth, Sneller, Clemente, Shannon, Liberati, Puri. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4739, but did not wish to speak: Troy Hagon, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation. The Chair laid HB 4787 before the committee: HB 4787 (Rep. Markkanen) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 312f (MCL 257.312f), as amended by 2020 PA 304.


evidence_text: Representative LaFave moved to report out HB 4787 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Howell, Griffin, LaFave, Berman, Carra, Roth, Sneller, Clemente, Shannon, Liberati, Puri. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4787, but did not wish to speak: Amy Drumm, representing the Michigan Retailers Association. Derek Dalling, representing the Michigan Propane and Gas Association. Scott Corrin, representing Dairy Farmers of America. Jason Wadaga, representing the Michigan Dairy Foods Association. Andrew Martin, representing Meijer. The Chair laid HB 4861 before the committee: HB 4861 (Rep. O'Malley) A bill to amend 1990 PA 187, entitled "The pupil transportation act," by amending section 53 (MCL 257.1853), as amended by 2010 PA 93. Chair O'Malley testified in support of HB 4861. Mac Dashney, representing the Michigan Association for Pupil Transsportation, testified in support of HB 4861. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4861, but did not wish to speak: Matt Levin, representing the Michigan Department of State. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jack O'Malley adjourned the meeting at 11:28 AM. Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Whiteford

evidence_text: Representative Whiteford moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 19, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 256 before the committee: SB 256 (Sen. Victory) A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General sales tax act," by amending section 25 (MCL 205.75), as amended by 2020 PA 29. Bill Hamilton, representing the House Fiscal Agency, testified on the bill. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a testimony card in support of SB 256, but did not wish to speak: Bethany Wicksall, representing the State Budget Office


mover_label: Hornberger

evidence_text: Representative Hornberger moved to report out SB 256 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 29-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink, Tate, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar, Weiss. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Thomas Albert adjourned the meeting at 9:07 AM. Representative Thomas Albert, Chair Matt Carnagie Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Hauck

evidence_text: Representative Hauck moved to adopt the minutes from the May 26th, 2021 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4422 before the committee: HB 4422 (Rep. Hoitenga) A bill to amend 1993 PA 354, entitled "Railroad code of 1993," by amending sections 265 and 441 (MCL 462.265 and 462.441) and by adding sections 111, 265a, 265b, and 265c.


motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4422.

evidence_text: Representative Hauck moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4422. The motion prevailed 9- 0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoitenga, Griffin, Hauck, Reilly, Wozniak, Bezotte, Coleman, Haadsma, Scott. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Aiyash. Chris O'Neil, representing HomeWorks Tri-County Electric Cooperative, testified in support of HB 4422 (H-1). Questions and discussion followed. Gavin Goetz, representing AT&T, testified in support of HB 4422 (H-1). Questions and discussion followed. Scott Stevenson, representing the Telecommunications Association of Michigan, testified in support of HB 4422 (H-1). Questions and discussion followed. Tony Owens, representing Mid States Consultants, testified in support of HB 4422 (H-1). Questions and discussion followed. John Rickoff, representing Lake State RR Company, testified in opposition to HB 4422 (H- 1). Questions and discussion followed. Jon Cool, representing the Michigan Railroads Association, testified in opposition to HB 4422 (H-1). Questions and discussion followed. Mike Hnatiuk, representing the West Michigan Railroad Company, testified in opposition to HB 4422 (H-1). Questions and discussion followed. Mark Ortlieb, representing AT&T, testified in support of HB 4422 (H-1). Questions and discussion followed. Matt Groen, representing the Michigan Cable Telecommunications Association, testified in support of HB 4422 (H-1). Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4422 (H-1), but did not wish to speak: Mike Alaimo, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. Siely Joshi, representing Crown Castle. Jennifer Greenburg, representing Peninsula Fiber Network. Matt Miner, representing the Michigan Internet & Telecom Alliance. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4422 (H-1), but did not wish to speak: BJ Trumble, representing the Rail Conference of International Brotherhood of Teamsters. Troy Hagon, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation. Donald Roach, representing the Smart TD Union. At 11:47 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 11:48 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid HB 4778 before the committee: HB 4778 (Rep. Steven Johnson) A bill to amend 1984 PA 431, entitled "The management and budget act," (MCL 18.1101 to 18.1594) by adding section 270. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4778 (H-1), but did not wish to speak: Bree Anderson, representing the Department of Technology, Management & Budget.


mover_label: Griffin

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4778.

evidence_text: Representative Griffin moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4778. The motion prevailed 11- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoitenga, Damoose, Griffin, Hauck, Reilly, Wozniak, Bezotte, Coleman, Haadsma, Aiyash, Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hauck moved to report out HB 4778 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoitenga, Damoose, Griffin, Hauck, Reilly, Wozniak, Bezotte, Coleman, Haadsma, Aiyash, Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hoitenga adjourned the meeting at 12:13 PM. Representative Michele Hoitenga, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Young

evidence_text: Representative Young moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 26, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4894 before the committee: HB 4894 (Rep. VanWoerkom) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 157w (MCL 750.157w), as amended by 1998 PA 312.


mover_label: Wakeman

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4894.

evidence_text: Representative Wakeman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4894. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Farrington, Wakeman, Reilly, O'Malley, Carra, Clemente, Rogers, Young. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative VanWoerkom, testified in support of HB 4894. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4894, but did not wish to speak: Patricia Herndon, representing the Michigan Bankers Association. The Chair laid HB 4948, HB 4949, HB 4950 and HB 4951 before the committee: HB 4948 (Rep. Marino) A bill to amend 1966 PA 346, entitled "State housing development authority act of 1966," by amending section 30 (MCL 125.1430), as amended by 1982 PA 506. HB 4949 (Rep. Griffin) A bill to amend 1966 PA 346, entitled "State housing development authority act of 1966," by amending section 21 (MCL 125.1421), as amended by 2000 PA 257. HB 4950 (Rep. Puri) A bill to amend 1966 PA 346, entitled "State housing development authority act of 1966," by amending section 21 (MCL 125.1421), as amended by 2000 PA 257. HB 4951 (Rep. Manoogian) A bill to amend 1966 PA 346, entitled "State housing development authority act of 1966," by amending section 44 (MCL 125.1444), as amended by 2017 PA 127. Representative Marino, testified in support of HB 4948, HB 4949, HB 4950 and HB 4951. Representative Griffin, testified in support of HB 4948, HB 4949, HB 4950 and HB 4951. Representative Manoogian, testified in support of HB 4948, HB 4949, HB 4950 and HB 4951. Mark Garcia, Jeff Sykes, and Mary Townley, representing the Michigan State Housing Development Authority, testified in support of HB 4948, HB 4949, HB 4950 and HB 4951. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4951, but did not wish to speak: Patricia Herndon, representing the Michigan Bankers Association. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Diana Farrington adjourned the meeting at 12:39 PM. Representative Diana Farrington, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Bellino moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 2, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4833 and HB 4834 before the committee: HB 4833 (Rep. Ellison) A bill to provide for the exemption of certain property from certain taxes; to levy and collect a specific tax upon the owners of certain property; to provide for the disposition of that specific tax; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities; and to provide penalties. HB 4834 (Rep. Tisdel) A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The general property tax act," (MCL 211.1 to 211.155) by adding section 9p. Representative Tisdale and Representative Ellison testified in support of HB 4833 and HB 4834. Paul Connors, representing the Department of Treasury, testified with a neutral position on HB 4833 and HB 4834. Questions and discussion followed. Lance Binoniemi, representing the Michigan Insfastructure and Transportation Association, testified in opposition to HB 4833 and HB 4834. Questions and discussion followed. Joe Crosby, representing the American Rental Association, testified in support of HB 4833 and HB 4834. Questions and discussion followed. Scott and Sue Irwin, representing Delux Rental, and Kyle Kelly, representing Chet's Rent-All, testified in support of HB 4833 and HB 4834. Questions and discussion followed. Marlin Shaw, representing Herc Rentals, and Jeff Krueger, representing Sunbelt Rentals, testified in support of HB 4833 and HB 4834. Chris Hackbarth, representing the Michigan Municipal League, testified in support of HB 4833 and HB 4834. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4833 and HB 4834, but did not wish to speak: Deena Bosworth, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association. Valerie Knol, representing the Stellantis. Thomas Klochko, representing the Klochko Equipment Rental Co.. Justin Prusi, representing the Midway Rentals. Lisa Myers, representing the Mt. Pleasant Rental Center. Bruce Jones, representing the Allied Equipment Rental Inc.. Jim Ashbrook, representing the Taylor Rental. Scott Parent, representing the United Rentals, Inc.. Marelyn Krueger, representing the Rentalex. Lori Tuma, representing the Paw Paw Rentals. Adam Barden, representing the FT Barden LLC. Alysia Ryan, representing the American Rental Association. Scott Riehl, representing the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association. Gary Boom, representing the Boom's Rental All. Bruce Jones, representing the Allied Equipment Rental. Power Equi9pment Plus, Inc.. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4833 and HB 4834, but did not wish to speak: Doug Needham, representing the Michigan Aggregates Association. Dan Papineau, representing the Michigan Chamber. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Calley adjourned the meeting at 1:11 PM. Representative Julie Calley, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Tisdel

evidence_text: Representative Tisdel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 26, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 437 before the committee: SB 437 (Sen. Schmidt) A bill to amend 2007 PA 36, entitled "Michigan business tax act," by amending section 437 (MCL 208.1437), as amended by 2017 PA 217. Senator Schmidt and Senator Bullock, testified in support of SB 437. Questions and discussion followed. Emery Matthews, representing Real Estate Interest, LLC, testified in support of SB 437. Questions and discussion followed. At 11:03 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 11:05 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.


evidence_text: Representative Tisdel moved to report out SB 437 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 12-3-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hall, Tisdel, Calley, Farrington, O'Malley, Outman, Yancey, Ellison, Brixie, Kuppa, Neeley, Cavanagh. Nays: Reps. Steven Johnson, Meerman, Beeler. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on SB 437, but did not wish to speak: Greg Bird, representing the Michigan Economic Development Authority. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 437, but did not wish to speak: Kenneth Cole, representing the City of Detroit. The Chair laid HB 4939 and HB 4940 before the committee: HB 4939 (Rep. Damoose) A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General sales tax act," by amending sections 1 and 25 (MCL 205.51 and 205.75), section 1 as amended by 2018 PA 2 and section 25 as amended by 2020 PA 29. HB 4940 (Rep. Tate) A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act," by amending sections 2 and 21 (MCL 205.92 and 205.111), section 2 as amended by 2018 PA 1 and section 21 as amended by 2020 PA 30. Representative Damoose and Representative Tate, testified in support of HB 4939 and HB 4940. Questions and discussion followed. Aaron Keel and David Matelski, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified in opposition to HB 4939 and HB 4940. Questions and discussion followed. Kurt Berryman, representing the Michigan Auto Dealers Association, testified in support of HB 4939 and HB 4940. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4939 and HB 4940, but did not wish to speak: Gabby Bruno, representing the Ford Motor Company. Brian O'Connell, representing the General Motors. John Lindley, representing the Michigan Association of RVs and Campgrounds. The Chair laid HB 4513 before the committee: HB 4513 (Rep. Hornberger) A bill to amend 1964 PA 284, entitled "City income tax act," by amending sections 2a, 3, 3a, 3b, and 3c of chapter 1 and sections 11, 13, 15, 16, and 51 of chapter 2 (MCL 141.502a, 141.503, 141.503a, 141.503b, 141.503c, 141.611, 141.613, 141.615, 141.616, and 141.651), section 2a of chapter 1 as added by 1995 PA 234, section 3 of chapter 1 as amended by 2012 PA 394, section 3a of chapter 1 as amended and section 3b of chapter 1 as added by 1987 PA 223, section 3c of chapter 1 as amended by 2011 PA 56, section 11 of chapter 2 as amended by 1995 PA 233, section 13 of chapter 2 as amended by 1988 PA 216, and section 51 of chapter 2 as amended by 2018 PA 456. Representative Hornberger, testified in support of HB 4513. Questions and discussion followed. Chris Hackbarth, representing the Michigan Municipal League, testified in opposition to HB 4513. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4513, but did not wish to speak: Kenneth Cole, representing the City of Detroit. Mayor Derek Dobies, representing the City of Jackson. Aaron Keel, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury. Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Mayor Andy Schor, representing the City of Lansing. Karyn Ferrick, representing the City of Grand Rapids. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Matt Hall adjourned the meeting at 11:55 AM. Representative Matt Hall, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Sowerby

evidence_text: Representative Sowerby moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 27, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the Committee a presentation regarding PFAS by the Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy, Michigan PFAS Action Team, and Department of Health and Human Services. Travis Boeskool, representing the Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy, introduced the panel and gave an overview. Questions and discussion followed. Abigail Hendershott, representing the Michigan PFAS Action Response Team, presented and explained portions of the power point. Questions and discussion followed. Kory Groetsch, representing the Bureau of Epidemiology and Population Health, MDHHS, presented and explained portions of the power point. Questions and discussion followed.


mover_label: Markkanen

evidence_text: Representative Markkanen moved to excuse Representative LaFave from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 11:36 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


mover_label: O'Malley

evidence_text: Representative O'Malley moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 3, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair and Minority Vice Chair made remarks to the committee. The Chair laid HB 4705 before the committee: HB 4705 (Rep. Meerman) A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled "Open meetings act," (MCL 15.261 to 15.275) by adding section 9a. Representative Meerman and Phil Forner, testified in support of HB 4705. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid SJRG before the committee: SJRG (Sen. Barrett) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the state constitution of 1963, by adding section 9 to article XI, to protect certain communications with members of the legislature.


mover_label: Steven Johnson

motion_text: to report out SJRG with recommendation.

evidence_text: Representative Steven Johnson moved to report out SJRG with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Steven Johnson, Outman, Hoitenga, Reilly, O'Malley, Wozniak, Brixie, LaGrand, Young. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4448 before the committee: HB 4448 (Rep. Steven Johnson) AN ACT to amend 1976 PA 390, entitled "An act to provide for planning, mitigation, response, and recovery from natural and human-made disaster within and outside this state; to create the Michigan emergency management advisory council and prescribe its powers and duties; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials; to prescribe immunities and liabilities; to provide for the acceptance of gifts; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by amending section 3 (MCL 30.403), as amended by 2002 PA 132. Questions and discussion on the bill followed.


mover_label: Outman

evidence_text: Representative Outman moved to report out House Bill No. 4448 with the recommendation that the bill pass, the objections of the Governor to the contrary notwithstanding. The motion prevailed 7-1-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Steven Johnson, Outman, Hoitenga, Reilly, O'Malley, Wozniak, LaGrand. Nays: Rep. Brixie. Pass: Rep. Young. The Chair laid HB 4795 before the committee: HB 4795 (Rep. Berman) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 1 of chapter I (MCL 761.1), as amended by 2017 PA 2, and by adding section 12 to chapter III. Representative Berman, testified in support of HB 4795. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4795, but did not wish to speak: Tom Boyd, representing the State Court Administrators Office. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4795, but did not wish to speak: Mitch Albers, representing the Michigan Department of Attorney General. Brandon Lanyon, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association. Elinor Jordan, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence. At 11:22 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. Chair Johnson handed the gavel over to the Majority Vice Chair Pat Outman. At 11:23 AM, the Majority Vice Chair Pat Outman called the committee back to order. The Majority Vice Chair Pat Outman laid HB 4920 before the committee: HB 4920 (Rep. Steven Johnson) A bill to amend 1846 RS 2, entitled "Of the legislature," (MCL 4.82 to 4.85) by adding section 2a. Representative Johnson, testified in support of HB 4920. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4920, but did not wish to speak: Elinor Jordan, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4448, HB 4920, HB 4705, HB 4795 and SJRG, but did not wish to speak: Kristie Walls. There being no further business before the committee, the Majority Vice Chair Pat Outman adjourned the meeting at 11:48 AM. Representative Steven Johnson, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Farrington

evidence_text: Representative Farrington moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 20, 2021. There being no objections, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4434 before the committee: HB 4434 (Rep. Stone) A bill to amend 1936 (Ex Sess) PA 1, entitled "Michigan employment security act," by amending sections 2 and 32b (MCL 421.2 and 421.32b), section 2 as amended by 2011 PA 268 and section 32b as amended by 2011 PA 269, and by adding section 32e. Representative Lori Stone, the bill sponsor, explained the (H-1) substitute for HB 4434. Stephanie Glidden, Chief of Staff and Legislative Liaison for Michigan's Unemployment Insurance Agency submitted a card and written testimony in opposition to HB 4434 as substituted but did not wish to speak. The following individuals submitted a card in support of HB 4434 as substituted, but did not wish to speak: Sean Sorenson-Abbott, representing Michigan Health and Hospital Association; Craig Bryson and Leslie Shepard; and Peter Ruark, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy.


mover_label: Sabo

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4434.

evidence_text: Representative Sabo moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4434. The motion prevailed 9-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Griffin, Martin, Howell, Farrington, Eisen, Markkanen, Sabo, Hope, O'Neal. Nays: None. Pass: None. The


mover_label: Martin

evidence_text: Representative Martin moved to report out HB 4434 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Griffin, Martin, Howell, Farrington, Eisen, Markkanen, Sabo, Hope, O'Neal. Nays: None. Pass: None. Al Pscholka, former State of Michigan Budget Director and Vice-President of Public Relations and Government Affairs for Kinexus Group updated the committee on Michigan's present labor market. Questions followed. A copy of his handout is attached. There being no further business before the committee; Representative Markkanen moved that the committee adjourn. There being no objections, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 9:41 a.m. Representative Beth Griffin, Chair Joy Brewer Committee Clerk joybrewer@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Roth

evidence_text: Representative Roth moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 8, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 459 before the committee: SB 459 (Sen. Moss) A bill to amend 1992 PA 147, entitled "Neighborhood enterprise zone act," by amending section 4 (MCL 207.774), as amended by 2014 PA 17.


mover_label: Cambensy

evidence_text: Representative Cambensy moved to report out SB 459 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Marino, Roth, Farrington, Wakeman, Wendzel, Martin, Cambensy, Cherry, Manoogian, Whitsett, Liberati. Nays: None. Pass: None. Amy McMullan, representing the Huron-Clinton Metropark Authority, gave an overview presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee,


motion_text: to adjourn the Committee.

evidence_text: Representative Wakeman moved to adjourn the Committee. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair adjourned the meeting at 9:42 AM. Representative Steve Marino, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Wendzel

evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to adopt the minutes from the June 8th, 2021 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4192, HB 4196, HB 4305, HB 4425 and HB 4788 before the committee: HB 4192 (Rep. Hornberger) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 326, 352, and 381 (MCL 168.326, 168.352, and 168.381), sections 326 and 352 as amended by 2012 PA 276 and section 381 as amended by 2018 PA 120, and by adding section 326a. HB 4196 (Rep. Hornberger) A bill to amend 1976 PA 388, entitled "Michigan campaign finance act," (MCL 169.201 to 169.282) by adding section 48. HB 4305 (Rep. Steven Johnson) A bill to amend 1976 PA 388, entitled "Michigan campaign finance act," by amending section 26 (MCL 169.226), as amended by 2019 PA 93. HB 4425 (Rep. Green) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," (MCL 168.1 to 168.992) by adding section 685a. HB 4788 (Rep. Markkanen) A bill to amend 1895 PA 3, entitled "The general law village act," (MCL 61.1 to 74.25) by adding section 5b to chapter II. Representative Hornberger, testified in support of HB 4192 and HB 4196. Questions and discussion followed. Namrata Carolan, representing the Michigan Republican Assembly, testified in support of HB 4192 and HB 4196. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4192, but did not wish to speak: Herasanna Richards, representing the Michigan Municipal League. Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association. Representative Steven Johnson, testified in support of HB 4305. Namrata Carolan, representing the Michigan Republican Assembly, testified in support of HB 4305. Representative Green, testified in support of HB 4425. Namrata Carolan, representing the Michigan Republican Assembly, testified in support of HB 4425. William Mohr, representing the US Taxpayers Party of Michigan, testified in support of HB 4425. Marc Sosnowski, representing the US Taxpayers Party of Michigan, testified in support of HB 4425. Questions and discussion followed. Matthew Shepard, representing the US Taxpayers Party of Michigan, testified in support of HB 4425. Representative Markkanen, testified in support of HB 4788. Scott Tillman, representing U.S. Term Limits Michigan, testified in support of HB 4788. Namrata Carolan, representing the Michigan Republican Assembly, testified in support of HB 4788. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Bollin adjourned the meeting at 12:34 PM. Representative Ann Bollin, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


motion_text: to adopt the minutes from the June 8th, 2021 meeting.


mover_label: Wozniak

evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 8, 2021. There being no objections, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4543 before the committee: HB 4543 (Rep. Mueller) A bill to amend 1973 PA 116, entitled "An act to provide for the protection of children through the licensing and regulation of child care organizations; to provide for the establishment of standards of care for child care organizations; to prescribe powers and duties of certain departments of this state and adoption facilitators; to provide penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," (MCL 722.111 to 722.128) by adding section 3i. Representative Mike Mueller, the bill sponsor, explained HB 4543. Questions followed. A copy of his handout is attached. Shelly Schupback, a constituent of Representative Mueller, testified in support of HB 4543. Discussion followed. Seth Johnson, Executive Director for the United Way of Northwest Michigan, submitted a card and written testimony in opposition to HB 4543, but did not wish to speak. A question followed. Marlon Brown, Director of the Office of Policy and Legislative Affairs for the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, submitted a card in opposition to HB 4543, but did not wish to speak. The Chair laid HB 4880 before the committee: HB 4880 (Rep. Hauck) A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled "Child protection law," by amending section 3 (MCL 722.623), as amended by 2016 PA 35. Representative Roger Hauck, the bill sponsor, explained HB 4880. Dr. Jena Colon, PT, DPT, Legislative Director for the American Physical Therapy Association of Michigan, testified in support of HB 4880. A question followed. The following individuals submitted a card in support of HB 4880, but did not wish to speak: Cathleen Johnson, Board Leader for the Michigan Occupational Therapy Association; Amy Zaagman, Executive Director for the Michigan Council for Maternal Child Health; Tom Hickson, Vice President for Public Policy for Michigan Catholic Conference; and Samuel Olsen, representing Mark Stonerock with the Michigan Athletic Trainers Society.


mover_label: Pohutsky

evidence_text: Representative Pohutsky moved to excuse Representative Camilleri from the meeting. There being no objections, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Representative Roth moved to adjourn the committee meeting. Hearing no objections, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 12:54 p.m. Representative Rodney Wakeman, Chair Joy Brewer Committee Clerk joybrewer@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Cherry

evidence_text: Representative Cherry moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 20, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4822 before the committee: HB 4822 (Rep. Mueller) A bill to amend 1969 PA 317, entitled "Worker's disability compensation act of 1969," (MCL 418.101 to 418.941) by adding section 406. The Chair discussed the proposed substitute to HB 4822.


mover_label: Hauck

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4822.

evidence_text: Representative Hauck moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4822. The motion prevailed 3- 2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Mueller, VanWoerkom, Hauck. Nays: Reps. Cherry, Rabhi. Pass: None. Jack Nolish, the Director of Workers' Disability Compensation Agency, and Drew Beardslee, representing the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, testified in opposition to HB 4822 (H-1). Questions and discussion followed. Representative Cherry offered the following amendments to HB 4822 (H-1): 1. Amend page 1, line 1, after "(1)" by striking out "Except as otherwise provided in this section, an" and inserting "An". 2. Amend page 2, line 6, by striking out all of subsection (3) and renumbering the remaining subsection.


evidence_text: Representative Cherry moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4822 (H-1). The motion did not prevail 2-3-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Cherry, Rabhi. Nays: Reps. Mueller, VanWoerkom, Hauck. Pass: None.


mover_label: VanWoerkom

evidence_text: Representative VanWoerkom moved to report out HB 4822 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 3-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Mueller, VanWoerkom, Hauck. Nays: Reps. Cherry, Rabhi. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Mike Mueller adjourned the meeting at 12:58 PM. Representative Mike Mueller, Chair Angie Lake Committee Clerk alake@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Mueller

evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 8, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4719 before the committee: HB 4719 (Rep. Bezotte) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 316 (MCL 750.316), as amended by 2014 PA 158. Representative Bezotte, testified in support of HB 4719. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4719, but did not wish to speak: Meghann Keit, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. Matt Saxton, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association.


motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4719.

evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4719. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to report out HB 4719 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 1). The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4222 and HB 4223 before the committee: HB 4222 (Rep. Filler) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending section 6404 (MCL 600.6404), as amended by 2013 PA 164. HB 4223 (Rep. LaGrand) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending sections 6410 and 6413 (MCL 600.6410 and 600.6413), as amended by 2013 PA 164. Kaveh Kashef, representing the Oakland County Bar Association, testified in support of HB 4222 and HB 4223. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4222 and HB 4223, but did not wish to speak: Peter Cunningham, representing the State Bar of Michigan.


mover_label: LaGrand

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4222.

evidence_text: Representative LaGrand moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4222. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative LaGrand moved to report out HB 4222 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 12-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Wozniak, Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Berman.


evidence_text: Representative LaGrand moved to report out HB 4223 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope, Breen. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4033 and HB 4034 before the committee: HB 4033 (Rep. VanSingel) A bill to amend 1909 PA 17, entitled "An act to prohibit or limit the access by prisoners and by employees of correctional facilities to certain weapons and wireless communication devices and to alcoholic liquor, drugs, medicines, poisons, and controlled substances in, on, or outside of correctional facilities; to prohibit or limit the bringing into or onto certain facilities and real property, and the disposition of, certain weapons, substances, and wireless communication devices; to prohibit or limit the selling, giving, or furnishing of certain weapons, substances, and wireless communication devices to prisoners; to prohibit the control or possession of certain weapons, substances, and wireless communication devices by prisoners; and to prescribe penalties," by amending sections 1a and 3a (MCL 800.281a and 800.283a), section 1a as amended by 1998 PA 514 and section 3a as amended by 2012 PA 255. HB 4034 (Rep. VanSingel) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 552b (MCL 750.552b), as added by 1996 PA 232. Representative VanSingel, testified in support of HB 4033 and HB 4034. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid SB 408 before the committee: SB 408 (Sen. Victory) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," (MCL 600.101 to 600.9947) by adding section 309a. Klint Kesto, representing the Fraser Law Firm, testified in support of SB 408. Questions and discussion followed. Tom Boyd, representing the State Court Administrative Office, testified in opposition to SB 408. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 408, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Nabih Ayad, representing Ayad Law. Nassar Beydoun, representing the Arab Civil Rights League and Arab American Chamber. The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 408, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Thomas Sinas, representing the State Bar of Michigan. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 408, but did not wish to speak: Mike Tierney, representing the Community Bankers of Michigan. The Chair laid HB 4071 and HB 4072 before the committee: HB 4071 (Rep. Kahle) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 136b (MCL 750.136b), as amended by 2020 PA 49. HB 4072 (Rep. Calley) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 16g of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16g), as amended by 2020 PA 50. Representative Kahle, testified in support of HB 4071 and HB 4072. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4071, but did not wish to speak: Chardae Burton, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Chairman Filler laid before the committee a presentation on Michigan Treatment Courts by the Honorable Harvey J. Hoffman (ret.), Legislative Director for Michigan Association of Treatment Court Professionals. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Filler adjourned the meeting at 10:15 AM. Representative Graham Filler, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov