mover_label: Steckloff

evidence_text: Representative Steckloff moved to adopt the amendments. The motion did not prevail by a vote of 12-17-0. UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tate, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar, Weiss. Nays: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink. Pass: None. Representative Brabec offered the following amendments for HB 4019, as substitute (H-1): 1. Amend page 4, line 18, by striking out "165,226,700" and inserting "660,906,600". 2. Amend page 4, line 22, by striking out "165,226,700" and inserting "660,906,600" and adjusting the subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly. 3. Amend page 9, line 25, by striking out "$165,226,700.00" and inserting "$660,906,600.00.


mover_label: Brabec

motion_text: to adopt the amendments.

evidence_text: Representative Brabec moved to adopt the amendments. The motion did not prevail by a vote of 12-17-0. UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tate, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar, Weiss. Nays: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink. Pass: None. Representative T. Carter offered the following amendment to HB 4019, as substitute (H-1): 1. Amend page 3, line 23, by striking out "143,706,800" and inserting "574,827,300". 2. Amend page 3, line 28, by striking out "166,266,800" and inserting "597,387,300" and adjusting the subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly. 3. Amend page 6, line 5, by striking out "$20,000,000.00" and inserting "$80,000,000.00" .

validation_state: consistent


mover_label: T. Carter

evidence_text: Representative T. Carter moved to adopt the amendments. The motion did not prevail by a vote of 12-17-0. UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tate, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar, Weiss. Nays: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink. Pass: None. Representative T. Carter offered the following amendments to HB 4019, as substitute (H-1): 1. Amend page 3, line 24, by striking out "22,560,000" and inserting "90,239,800". 2. Amend page 3, line 28, by striking out "166,266,800" and inserting "233,946,600" and adjusting the subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly.


evidence_text: Representative T. Carter moved to adopt the amendments. The motion did not prevail by a vote of 12-17-0. UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tate, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar, Weiss. Nays: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink. Pass: None. Representative Sabo offered the following amendment for HB 4019, as substitute (H-1): 1. Amend page 8, following line 17, by inserting: "(4) Not more than $2,000,000.00 shall be distributed to community dispute resolution program centers for eviction diversion programming." And renumbering subsections accordingly.


mover_label: Sabo

motion_text: to adopt the amendment.

evidence_text: Representative Sabo moved to adopt the amendment. The motion did not prevail by a vote of 12-17-0. UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tate, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar, Weiss. Nays: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink. Pass: None.


mover_label: Whiteford

result: prevailed

evidence_text: Representative Whiteford moved to report HB 4019 as amended, as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 17-12-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink. Nays: Reps. Tate, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar, Weiss. Pass: None.


mover_label: Beson

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4047.

evidence_text: Representative Beson moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4047. 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. Representative Beeson offered the following amendment to HB 4047, as substitute (H-1): 1. Amend page 6, line 22, following "5%" by striking out the balance of the line and inserting: “for a calendar quarter in 2020 when compared to the same calendar quarter in 2019.”.


mover_label: Beeson

evidence_text: Representative Beeson moved to adopt the amendment. The motion prevailed by a vote of 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. Representative Hood offered the following amendment for HB 4047, as substitute (H-1): 1. Amend page 10, following line 29, by inserting: "(9) The funds appropriated in this section shall not be expended until the Michigan employment security act, 1936 (Ex Sess) PA 1, is amended to permanently expand state unemployment benefits from 20 weeks to 26 weeks.".


motion_text: to adopt the amendments to HB 4047.

evidence_text: Representative T. Carter moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4047. The motion did not prevail by a vote of 12-17-0. UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tate, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar, Weiss. Nays: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink. Pass: None. Representative Thanedar offered the following amendments for HB 4047, as substitute (H-1): 1. Amend page 2, following line 27, by inserting “Michigan main street recovery initiative............................................................. 125,000,000 Michigan business accelerator and resiliency initiative........................................ 75,000,000 Michigan microenterprise support initiative.......................................................... 25,000,000 MIOSHA restaurant supports ................................................................................ 10,000,000 Reconnect and futures for frontliners wraparound Services.................................................................................................................. 6,000,000”. and adjusting subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly. 2. Amend page 4, following line 22, by inserting “Sec. 302. (1) From the funds appropriated in part 1 for the Michigan main street recovery initiative, not less than $60,000,000.00 shall be used by the Michigan strategic fund to create and operate a grant program for eligible businesses including the development of an application process. The fund shall award one or more grants to a non-profit organization to serve as administrator(s) for this program. Applications shall be accepted, reviewed, and approved by the grant administrator(s) and the administrator(s) shall distribute the funds. Awards to eligible businesses shall not exceed $20,000.00. (2) From the funds appropriated in part 1 for the Michigan main street recovery initiative, not less than $63,000,000.00 shall be used by the Michigan strategic fund to create and operate a low-interest capital access program for eligible businesses including the development of an application process. The fund shall distribute funds to eligible community development financial institutions or other qualified institutions to serve as administrator(s) for this program. Applications shall be accepted, reviewed, and approved by the administrators and the administrators shall distribute the funds. Awards to eligible businesses shall not exceed $100,000.00. (3) From the funds appropriated in part 1 for the Michigan main street recovery initiative, not less than $2,000,000.00 shall be used to fund planning grants to eligible community development financial institutions to support access to available federal funding. (4) An eligible business shall meet the following criteria: (a) For grantees under subsection (1), has fewer than 25 employees. (b) For eligible recipients for low-interest capital under (2), has not less than 1 and no more than 50 employees. (c) Has demonstrated income loss from March 1, 2020, of at least 5%. (d) Has a need for working capital for operations, including payroll, equipment, utility expenses, or similar expenses. (e) Does not receive funding under the Michigan microenterprise support initiative or the Michigan business accelerator and resiliency initiative. (5) From the funds for each program, up to 5% may be retained by the fund for administration of the program. (6) Funds must be fully expended by September 30, 2021. (7) The Michigan strategic fund shall develop program guidelines and eligibility criteria for the program and shall post that information on its publicly accessible website. (8) The Michigan strategic fund shall report to the senate and house appropriations committees, the house and senate fiscal agencies, and the state budget office on July 1, 2021, and on September 30, 2021, with a summary of funding provided by industry, average funding amount, and summary of funding provided by region over the previous three-month period. Sec. 303. (1) From the funds appropriated in part 1 for the Michigan business accelerator and resiliency initiative, not less than $74,000,000.00 shall be used by the Michigan strategic fund to create and operate a business accelerator and entrepreneurial resiliency fund including the development of an application process. The fund shall award one or more grants to a non-profit organization to serve as administrator(s) for this program. Applications shall be accepted, reviewed, and approved by the administrator(s) and the administrator(s) shall distribute the funds. Awards to eligible businesses shall not exceed $100,000.00 and shall be used for working capital for operations, including payroll, equipment, utility expenses, or similar expenses and/or for capital support to leverage additional investment funds. (2) From the funds appropriated in part 1 for Michigan business accelerator and resiliency initiative, not less than $1,000,000.00 shall be allocated to qualified non-profit organizations providing international trade and business expansion services in advanced manufacturing, medical devices, technology, mobility, defense, agriculture, and engineering and design. (3) Up to 5% of the appropriated funds for the program may be retained by the fund for administration of the program. (4) Funds must be fully expended by September 30, 2021. (5) The Michigan strategic fund shall develop program guidelines and eligibility criteria for the program and shall post that information on its publicly accessible website. (6) The Michigan strategic fund shall report to the senate and house appropriations committees, the house and senate fiscal agencies and the state budget office on July 1, 2021, and on September 30, 2021, with a summary of funding by industry, average funding amount per recipient, and funding activity by geographic region over the previous three-month period. Sec. 304. (1) From the funds appropriated in part 1 for the Michigan microenterprise support initiative, $25,000,000.00 shall be used by the Michigan strategic fund to create and operate a business services support and grant program for eligible businesses including the development of an application process. The fund shall award one or more grants to a non- profit organization to serve as administrator(s) for this program including the provision of support services. Applications shall be accepted, reviewed, and approved by the administrator(s) and the administrator(s) shall distribute the funds. Awards to eligible businesses shall not exceed $35,000.00. (2) An eligible business shall meet the following criteria: (a) Has not less than one and no more than 9 employees. (b) Has limited access to traditional capital. (c) Has demonstrated income loss from March 1, 2020, of at least 5% or certification that the microenterprise entity that is qualified to do business in Michigan after March 1, 2020. (d) Has need for working capital for operations, including payroll, inventory, supplies, utility expenses or other similar expenses. (e) Does not receive a grant or loan under the Michigan main street recovery initiative or funding under the Michigan business accelerator and resiliency initiative. (3) Grant recipients, as a condition of receiving grant funds, shall certify that they have or will receive business support services from qualified providers, including but not limited to, financial advising, marketing and e-commerce, and regulatory and employee safety requirements. (4) Qualified providers shall be existing non-profit entities that provide direct support services to small businesses and microenterprises. Grantees shall not be charged for any support services provided. (5) Up to 5% of the appropriated funds for the program may be retained by the fund for administration of the program. (6) Funds must be fully expended by September 30, 2021. (7) The Michigan strategic fund shall develop program guidelines and eligibility criteria for the program and shall post that information on its publicly accessible website. (8) The Michigan strategic fund shall report to the senate and house appropriations committees, the house and senate fiscal agencies and the state budget office on July 1, 2021, and on September 30, 2021, with a summary of funding by industry, average funding amount per recipient, summary of funding by region, and eligible services provided by each qualified provider over the previous three-month period. Sec. 305. From the funds appropriated in part 1 for MIOSHA restaurant supports, the department shall expend funds to support reopening food service establishments. Sec. 306. (1) From the funds appropriated in part 1 for reconnect and futures for frontliners wraparound services, $6,000,000.00 shall be appropriated to the department of labor and economic opportunity to fund childcare, broadband access, transportation, or other services to individuals enrolled in Michigan reconnect or futures for frontliners, to support continued efforts to remove barriers to employment and improve student success. (2) The unexpended funds appropriated in part 1 for reconnect and futures for frontliners wraparound services are designated as a work project appropriation. Any unencumbered or unallotted funds shall not lapse at the end of the fiscal year and shall be available for expenditures for projects under this section until the projects have been completed. The following is in compliance with section 451a(1) of the management and budget act, 1984 PA 431, MCL 18.1451a: (a) The purpose of the work project is to support wraparound services for individuals enrolled in Michigan reconnect or futures for frontliners. (b) The project will be accomplished by utilizing state employees or by contracts. (c) The total estimated cost of the work project is $6,000,000.00. (d) The tentative completion date is September 30, 2025.”.


mover_label: Thanedar

evidence_text: Representative Thanedar moved to adopt the amendments. The motion did not prevail by a vote of 12-17-0. UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tate, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar, Weiss. Nays: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink. Pass: None. Representative O'Neal offered the following amendments for HB 4047, as substitute (H-1): 1. Amend page 2, following line 27, by inserting “Pre-apprenticeship program for energy................................................................ 5,000,000”. and adjusting subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly. 2. Amend page 4, following line 22, by inserting “Sec. 302. (1) From the funds appropriated in part 1 for the pre-apprenticeship program for energy, $5,000,000.00 shall be awarded to a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation established and operated to provide employment and training services to unemployed and underemployed Michigan residents for a statewide apprenticeship program that connects the unemployed or underemployed with education, training, and resources necessary for gainful employment. The program shall prioritize programming for residents from underrepresented groups and economically distressed communities, providing them with the skills needed for entry into federally registered apprenticeships in the energy sector. The grantee shall also produce a report that identifies, specific to Michigan, future employment in the energy sector, the economic impact of those changes, and pre-apprenticeship or federally registered apprenticeship programming needed to address those employment needs. (2) The unexpended funds appropriated in part 1 for the pre-apprenticeship program for energy are designated as a work project appropriation. Any unencumbered or unallotted funds shall not lapse at the end of the fiscal year and shall be available for expenditures for projects under this section until the projects have been completed. The following is in compliance with section 451a(1) of the management and budget act, 1984 PA 431, MCL 18.1451a: (a) The purpose of the work project is to support a pre-apprenticeship program for energy. (b) The project will be accomplished by utilizing state employees or by contracts. (c) The total estimated cost of the work project is $5,000,000.00. (d) The tentative completion date is September 30, 2025.”.


mover_label: O'Neal

evidence_text: Representative O'Neal moved to adopt the amendments. The motion did not prevail by a vote of 12-17-0. UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tate, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar, Weiss. Nays: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink. Pass: None.


mover_label: Brann

evidence_text: Representative Brann moved to report HB 4047 as amended, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 17-12-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink. Nays: Reps. Tate, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar, Weiss. Pass: None. Jacqueline Mullen, representing the House Fiscal Agency, explained the proposed substitute (H-1) for HB 4048. Questions and discussion followed.


mover_label: Glenn

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4048.

evidence_text: Representative Glenn moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4048. 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. Representative Weiss offered the following amendment for HB 4048, as substitute (H-1): 1. Amend page 18, line 27, after "2020-2021" by striking out the balance of the line through " (5) " on line 13 of page 19 and inserting "to provide per-pupil payments to districts to support costs associated with the resumption of in-person pupil instruction. The amount of a payment under this section to each district must equal to $250.00 per membership pupil. (2)".


mover_label: Weiss

evidence_text: Representative Weiss moved to adopt the amendment. The motion did not prevail by a vote of 12-17-0. UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tate, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar, Weiss. Nays: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink. Pass: None.


mover_label: Bollin

evidence_text: Representative Bollin moved to report out HB 4048 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 1). The motion prevailed 17-12-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink. Nays: Reps. Tate, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar, Weiss. Pass: None. Sue Frey, representing the House Fiscal Agency, explained the proposed substitute (H-1) for HB 4049.


motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4049.

evidence_text: Representative Whiteford moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4049. The motion prevailed 17-12-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink. Nays: Reps. Tate, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar, Weiss. Pass: None.


mover_label: Hornberger

evidence_text: Representative Hornberger moved to report out HB 4049 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 17-12-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Albert, Whiteford, Allor, Brann, Hornberger, VanSingel, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Fink. Nays: Reps. Tate, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Tyrone Carter, Hood, Cynthia Johnson, Brabec, O'Neal, Steckloff, Thanedar, Weiss. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Thomas Albert adjourned the meeting at 9:30 AM. Representative Thomas Albert, Chair Matt Carnagie Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Ellison

evidence_text: Rep. Ellison moved to adopt Wednesday at 12 noon in Room 521 of the House Office Building as the normal day, time and location for meetings of the House Local Government and Municipal Finance Committee. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Bezotte, Howell, Alexander, Bellino, Marino, Berman, Paquette, Ellison, Sowerby, Garza, Kuppa, Cavanagh. Nays: None. Pass: None. The House Local Government and Municipal Finance Committee will follow Chapter IV, stated in the House Standing Rules, that were adopted on the House Floor. The Chair laid before the Committee a presentation by Chris Hackbarth and Jennifer Regterink from the Michigan Municipal League. Chris Hackbarth and Jennifer Regterink, representing the Michigan Municipal League, testified in support of Chris Hackbarth and Jennifer Regterink, representing the Michigan Municipal League, testified in support of The Chair laid before the Committee a presentation by Deena Bosworth from the Michigan Municipal League. Deena Bosworth, representing the Michigan Association of Counties, testified in support of The Chair laid before the Committee a presentation by Judy Allen from the Michigan Townships Association. Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association, testified in support of There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Julie Calley adjourned the meeting at 12:54 PM. Representative Julie Calley, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: February 17, 2021


mover_label: Meerman

evidence_text: Representative Meerman moved to adopt Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in room 519 of the House Office Building as the day, time, and location for regularly scheduled meetings of the House Health Policy Committee. The motion prevailed 18-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Mueller, Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Whitsett, Neeley, Morse. Nays: None. Pass: None. Chair Kahle announced that the House Health Policy Committee will follow Chapter IV, as stated in the House Standing Rules, that were adopted on the House Floor. Chair Kahle laid before the committee a presentation by the Biotechnology Innovation Organization. Amy Walker, Director of Infectious Diseases Policy, representing the Biotechnology Innovation Organization, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. Chair Kahle laid before the committee a presentation by Pfizer. Kevin Orr and Lisa Coen, both representing Pfizer, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. Chair Kahle laid before the committee a presentation by the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. Wendy Block, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Kahle adjourned the meeting at 11:26 AM. Representative Bronna Kahle, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


mover_label: B. Carter

evidence_text: Representative B. Carter moved to adopt Tuesday, at 9:00 a.m., in Room 519 of the House Office Building, as the day, time, and location for the regularly scheduled meetings of the House Transportation Committee. The motion prevailed 17-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Rendon, Berman, Kahle, LaFave, Hall, Meerman, Bezotte, Clements, Posthumus, Tisdel, Brenda Carter, Anthony, Bolden, Coleman, Stone, Breen, Steenland. Nays: None. Pass: None. Members of the House Insurance Committee introduced themselves. The Chair discussed her expectations for the House Insurance Committee in the 2021-2022 term. The Chair stated that the House Insurance Committee would follow Chapter IV, stated in the House Standing Rules, which were adopted on the House Floor. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Daire Rendon adjourned the meeting at 9:18 AM. Representative Daire Rendon, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Markkanen

evidence_text: Rep. Marino. Rep. Markkanen moved to adopt Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in Room 307 of the House Office Building as the normal day, time and location for meetings of the House Natural Resources Committee. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Wakeman, Carra, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. The House Natural Resources Committee will follow Chapter IV, stated in the House Standing Rules, that were adopted on the House Floor Chair Howell made opening remarks. The Chair laid before the Committee a presentation by Liesl Eichler Clark, Director of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy. Questions and discussion followed.


mover_label: Wakeman

motion_text: to excuse Rep. Marino from the meeting.

evidence_text: Rep. Wakeman moved to excuse Rep. Marino 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 11:27 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Outman

evidence_text: Representative Outman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from January 28, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HR 23 before the committee: HR 23 (Rep. Beson) A resolution to urge the Governor and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to lift the suspension on high school sports and allow play to resume immediately. Representative Beson, testified in support of HR 23. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Brixie offered the following amendment to HR 23: 1. Amend page 2, line 29, after "outbreaks;" by striking out the balance of the page through "it" on line 1 of page 3 and inserting "and Whereas, Sports are part of a well-rounded educational experience, but getting students back in the classroom is the most important aspect for their long-term development. To achieve this, the Legislature should immediately appropriate the federal relief dollars our school districts need to implement their reopening plans and fund the testing and other costs that will be incurred to reopen sports in a manner that effectively mitigates the spread of COVID-19; now, therefore, be it". Representative Brixie spoke to her amendment.


mover_label: Brixie

motion_text: to adopt the amendment to HR 23.

evidence_text: Representative Brixie moved to adopt the amendment to HR 23. The motion did not prevail 3-6-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Brixie, LaGrand, Young. Nays: Reps. Steven Johnson, Outman, Hoitenga, Reilly, O'Malley, Wozniak. Pass: None.


mover_label: O'Malley

evidence_text: Representative O'Malley moved to report out HR 23 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 6-3-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Steven Johnson, Outman, Hoitenga, Reilly, O'Malley, Wozniak. Nays: Reps. Brixie, LaGrand, Young. Pass: None. The Chair laid the following before the committee: Review on DHHS Vaccine Rollout Plan. Elizabeth Hertel, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, testified regarding the Vaccine Rollout Plan. Questions and discussion followed. Rosanne Marchetti, representing the Cass County Commissioner and Van Buren and Cass County Health Board, testified regarding the Vaccine Rollout Plan. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card, but did not wish to speak: Judith Tuthill. Lori Brown. Donn Hinds. Pam Werner. Carol Welch. Sandra Gebber. Cecelia Kramer. Patricia Marciniak. Joey Latterman. Shelia Nicholas. Jack Devine. Mary Ellen Urbanac-Detwiler. Sheryl Black. Megan Sechnick. Linda Danders. The following people submitted a card, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Jeff Elliott, the Van Buren and Cass County Health Department Director. Danielle Persky, the Van Buren and Cass County Health Department Deputy Director. Theresa Kidd. Broderick C. Johnson. Molly Greene. JR Haywood. Jacqueline Babcock. Mary Szlachetka. David Hopkinson. Carla L. Guggenheim, D.O.. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Steven Johnson adjourned the meeting at 11:42 AM. Representative Steven Johnson, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative O'Malley moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 2, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. Chair Theis laid the following before the committee: Discussion regarding the impact of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services' restrictions on student athletics. Elizabeth Hertel, Director of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services testified before the committee. Questions and discussion followed. Dr. Nikolai Vitti, the Detroit Public Schools Superintendent, testified before the committee. Questions and discussion followed. John Thompson, representing the Michigan High School Athletic Association, testified before the committee. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Pamela Hornberger adjourned the meeting at 1:17 PM. 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 February 2nd, 2021 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4127, HB 4128, HB 4129, HB 4130, HB 4131, HB 4132, HB 4133, HB 4134 and HB 4135 before the committee: HB 4127 (Rep. Hall) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 510 (MCL 168.510). HB 4128 (Rep. Calley) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 509bb (MCL 168.509bb), as added by 1994 PA 441. HB 4129 (Rep. Marino) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," (MCL 168.1 to 168.992) by adding section 33a. HB 4130 (Rep. Koleszar) A bill to amend 1978 PA 472, entitled "An act to regulate political activity; to regulate lobbyists, lobbyist agents, and lobbying activities; to require registration of lobbyists and lobbyist agents; to require the filing of reports; to prescribe the powers and duties of the department of state; to prescribe penalties; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts," by amending section 8 (MCL 4.418), as amended by 1994 PA 412. HB 4131 (Rep. Sabo) A bill to amend 1976 PA 388, entitled "Michigan campaign finance act," by amending section 16 (MCL 169.216), as amended by 2017 PA 184. HB 4132 (Rep. Wendzel) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 759 (MCL 168.759), as amended by 2020 PA 177. HB 4133 (Rep. Bollin) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 11d of chapter XVII (MCL 777.11d), as amended by 2018 PA 661. HB 4134 (Rep. Bollin) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 658, 659, and 661 (MCL 168.658, 168.659, and 168.661), sections 658 and 661 as amended by 2012 PA 270 and section 659 as amended by 2014 PA 94, and by adding section 759e. HB 4135 (Rep. Bollin) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 765a (MCL 168.765a), as amended by 2020 PA 177. Representative Calley, testified in support of HB 4127, HB 4128 and HB 4129. Questions and discussion followed. Adam Reames, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified in support of HB 4127, HB 4128, HB 4129, HB 4130, HB 4131, HB 4132, HB 4133 and HB 4135. Questions and discussion followed. Adam Reames, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified in opposition to HB 4134. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Koleszar, testified in support of HB 4130. Representative Sabo, testified in support of HB 4131. At 9:15 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 9:17 AM, the Majority Member Julie Calley called the committee back to order. Chair Bollin, testified in support of HB 4132, HB 4133, HB 4134 and HB 4135. Questions and discussion followed. At 9:23 AM, the Majority Member Julie Calley laid the committee at ease. At 9:24 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Tom Frazier, representing the Michigan Townships Association, testified with no position on HB 4135. Questions and discussion followed. Amber McReynolds, representing the National Vote From Home, testified in support of HB 4134 and HB 4135. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4134, but did not wish to speak: Tom Frazier, representing the Michigan Townships Association. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4132, HB 4133 and HB 4134, but did not wish to speak: Alex Rossman, representing the Michigan League of Public Policy. Merissa Kovach, representing the ACLU Michigan.


evidence_text: Representative Calley moved to excuse Representatives Wendzel and Whitsett from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Bollin adjourned the meeting at 9:34 AM. Representative Ann Bollin, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


motion_text: to adopt the minutes from the February 2nd, 2021 meeting.


motion_text: to excuse Representatives Wendzel and Whitsett from the meeting.


mover_label: Mueller

evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 2, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4149, HB 4150, HB 4151 and HB 4152 before the committee: HB 4149 (Rep. Damoose) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 48738 (MCL 324.48738), as amended by 2014 PA 541. HB 4150 (Rep. Glenn) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 802 (MCL 257.802), as amended by 2019 PA 88. HB 4151 (Rep. Steven Johnson) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 43560 (MCL 324.43560), as added by 1995 PA 57. HB 4152 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 40118 and 43558 (MCL 324.40118 and 324.43558), section 40118 as amended by 2017 PA 124 and section 43558 as amended by 2013 PA 108. Representative Glenn, testified in support of HB 4150. Representative Johnson, testified in support of HB 4151. Representative Howell, testified in support of HB 4152. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4149, HB 4150, HB 4151 and HB 4152, but did not wish to speak: Tom Hickson, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference. David Guenthner, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Brandon Lanyon, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan. The following people submitted a card with no position on HB 4149, HB 4151 and HB 4152, but did not wish to speak: Craig Burnet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Chairman Filler laid before the committee a presentation by the Michigan State Police. First Lieutenant Matthew Williams, Sergeant Chris Gerard and Sergeant Nicole McGhee, all representing the Michigan State Police, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chairman Filler adjourned the meeting at 12:48 PM. Representative Graham Filler, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Hall

evidence_text: Rep. Hall moved to adopt Tuesday at 10:30 AM in Room 519 of the House Office Building as the normal day, time and location for meetings of the House Regulatory Reform Committee The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Jones, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland. Nays: None. Pass: None. The House Regulatory Reform Committee will follow Chapter IV, stated in the House Standing Rules, that were adopted on the House Floor. The Chair laid HB 4015 before the committee: HB 4015 (Rep. Lightner) A bill to amend 1976 PA 331, entitled "Michigan consumer protection act," by amending section 3 (MCL 445.903), as amended by 2020 PA 296, and by adding section 3m.


mover_label: Bellino

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4015.

evidence_text: Representative Bellino moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4015. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Jones, Yancey, Witwer, Steenland. Nays: None. Pass: None. Rep. Lightner testified in support of HB 4015. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4015 (H-1), but did not wish to speak: David Knezek, representing the Michigan Attorney General. The following person submitted a card in opposition of HB 4015 (H-1), but did not wish to speak: Tyler Diers, representing TechNet. The Chair laid before the Committee a presentation by Spencer Nevens fom the Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hauck adjourned the meeting at 11:10 AM. Representative Roger Hauck, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Roth

evidence_text: Representative Roth moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 2, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 30 before the committee: SB 30 (Sen. Hollier) A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled "Michigan memorial highway act," (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2083) by adding section 1070a. Senator Hollier testified in support of SB 30.


mover_label: Howell

evidence_text: Representative Howell moved to report out SB 30 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 SB 30, but did not wish to speak: Mike Polsdofer, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation. The Chair laid the Railroad Transportation presentation before the committee. Jon Cool, representing the Michigan Railroad Association, joined by Larry Lloyd, representing CN, both provided a presentation on Railroad Transportation. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid the Michigan Aviation System presentation before the committee. Rick Fiddler, Chairman of the Michigan Aeronautics Commission, and Kevin Klein, Airport Director of Cherry Capital Airport, both provided a presentation on Michigan's Aviation System. The Chair laid the Port of Monroe presentation before the committee. Paul LaMarre, representing the Port of Monroe, provided a presentation on the Port of Monroe The Chair laid the Port of Detroit presentation before the committee. Kyle Burleson, representing the Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority, submitted a presentation on the Port of Detroit: Overview, but due to time constraints, did not get to speak. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jack O'Malley adjourned the meeting at 11:30 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 February 3, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4189 before the committee: HB 4189 (Rep. Whiteford) A bill to make, supplement, and adjust appropriations for various state departments and agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations. Representative Whiteford testified on the bill. Questions and discussion followed. Jenny Marlon, representing Right to Life of Michigan, testified in support of HB 4189. Questions and discussion followed. Rebecca Mastee, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference, testified in support of HB 4189. Questions and discussion followed. Julie Payne, representing Catholic Social Services, testified in support of HB 4189. Questions and discussion followed. Jenny Huntsburger, representing Womens Care Center, testified in support of HB 4189. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4189, but did not wish to speak: Garry Makvlawen, representing the Pregnancy Resource Center Lake Shore. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4189, but did not wish to speak: Dr. Laura Owens, representing the Michigan Section of American College of OB-GYNs. Amanda West, representing Planned Parenthood of Michigan. Merissa Kovach, representing the ACLU of Michigan. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4189, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Jim Sprague, representing the Pregnancy Resource Center of Grand Rapids. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Thomas Albert adjourned the meeting at 10:00 AM. Representative Thomas Albert, Chair Matt Carnagie Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Manoogian

evidence_text: Representative Manoogian moved to adopt Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. in room 519 of the House Office Building as the day, time, and location for regularly scheduled meetings of the House Energy Committee. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bellino, Markkanen, Reilly, Berman, Paquette, Martin, Outman, Roth, Manoogian, Sneller, Cherry, Haadsma, Morse, Puri, Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None. Chairman Bellino announced that the House Energy Committee will follow Chapter IV, as stated in the House Standing Rules, that were adopted on the House Floor. Chairman Bellino laid before the committee a presentation by the Michigan Public Service Commission. Dan Scripps, representing the Michigan Public Service Commission, gave a presentation to the committee. At 10:56 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 11:00 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Chairman Bellino returned to the presentation by Dan Scripps, representing the Michigan Public Service Commission. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chairman Bellino adjourned the meeting at 11:25 AM. Representative Joe Bellino, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the appointed meeting date, time and location of the regularly scheduled meetings: Wednesday, 12:00 p.m., room 327 of the House Office Building. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Farrington, Wakeman, Griffin, Reilly, O'Malley, Carra, Clemente, Camilleri, Rogers, Scott, Young. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair announced that the Financial Services committee will follow the Committee Rules, as prescribed in Chapter IV of the House Rules. Alex Morris and Patricia Herndon, representing the Michigan Bankers Association, gave an overview presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. Patty Corkery, representing the Michigan Credit Union League, and Chrissy Siders, representing True Community Credit Union, gave an overview presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Diana Farrington adjourned the meeting at 12:57 PM. Representative Diana Farrington, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Cherry

evidence_text: Representative Cherry moved to adopt Call of the Chair in room 308 of the House Office Building as the normal day, time, and location for meetings of the House Government Operations Committee. The motion prevailed 5-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Mueller, VanWoerkom, Hauck, Cherry, Rabhi. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair stated that the House Government Operations Committee will follow the committee rules, as prescribed in Chapter 4 of the House Rules. The chair made remarks to the committee. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Mike Mueller adjourned the meeting at 12:03 PM. Representative Mike Mueller, Chair Angie Lake Committee Clerk alake@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Whiteford moved to excuse Representative Cynthia Johnson from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid a presentation on the Governor's proposed 2021 budget before the committee. Dave Massaron, the State Budget Director, gave a presentation on the Governor's proposed 2021 Budget. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid the committee at ease, the time being 11:59 A.M. Chair Albert adjourned the committee from the Floor of the Michigan House of Representatives at 12:34 PM. Representative Thomas Albert, Chair Matt Carnagie Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Hauck

evidence_text: Representative Hauck moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 4, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4043 and HB 4044 before the committee: HB 4043 (Rep. Whiteford) A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled "Mental health code," by amending section 151 (MCL 330.1151), as added by 2018 PA 658. HB 4044 (Rep. Whiteford) A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled "Mental health code," by amending section 165 (MCL 330.1165), as added by 2020 PA 12. Rep. Whiteford, testified in support of HB 4043 and HB 4044. Questions and discussion followed. Allen Jansen, Deputy Director of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Administration, and Jon Villasurda, both representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, testified in support of HB 4043 and HB 4044. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4043 and HB 4044, but did not wish to speak: Heather Nicholoff, representing the Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners. Dana Lasenby, CEO, representing the Oakland Community Health Network. The Chair laid HB 4067 before the committee: HB 4067 (Rep. Frederick) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 16605 and 16608 (MCL 333.16605 and 333.16608), section 16605 as amended by 2018 PA 463 and section 16608 as amended by 2002 PA 643. Rep. Frederick, testified in support of HB 4067. Questions and discussion followed. Dr. Margaret Gingrich and Josh Kluzak, both representing the Michigan Dental Association, testified in support of HB 4067. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4067, but did not wish to speak: Ellen Sugrue Hyman, representing the Michigan Oral Health Coalition. Manny Lentine, representing the Council of Michigan Dental Specialists. Kevin McKinney, representing the Michigan Association of Orthodontists. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Kahle adjourned the meeting at 11:06 AM. Representative Bronna Kahle, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


mover_label: LaFave

evidence_text: Representative LaFave moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 4, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 11:25 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Reilly

evidence_text: Representative Reilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 4, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4022 and HB 4164 before the committee: HB 4022 (Rep. Berman) A bill to amend 2016 PA 370, entitled "Electronic open access to government act," by amending section 1 (MCL 15.451). HB 4164 (Rep. Berman) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending sections 1985 and 1991 (MCL 600.1985 and 600.1991), section 1985 as added by 2015 PA 230 and section 1991 as added by 2015 PA 233, and by adding section 1991a. Representative Berman, testified in support of HB 4022 and HB 4164. Questions and discussion followed. Tom Boyd, representing the State Court Administrators Office, testified with no position on HB 4164. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4022, but did not wish to speak: Bree Anderson, representing the Department of Technology Management and Budget. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4022, but did not wish to speak: Jonovan Luckey, representing the Michigan Corrections Organization. Jonovan Luckey, representing the Service Employees International Union 517m. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4022, but did not wish to speak: David Guenther, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4164, but did not wish to speak: Noah Smith, representing the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan. Bill Flory, representing the Michigan Association for Justice. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4164, but did not wish to speak: Meghann Keit-Corrion, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Steven Johnson adjourned the meeting at 11:14 AM. Representative Steven Johnson, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Posthumus

evidence_text: Representative Posthumus moved to adopt the appointed meeting date, time and location of the regularly scheduled meetings: Thursday, 10:30 a.m., room 352 of the Capitol Building. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lilly, Clements, Calley, Schroeder, Wendzel, Damoose, Posthumus, Anthony, Hertel, Sneller, Kuppa. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair announced that the Rules and Competitiveness committee will follow the Committee Rules, as prescribed in Chapter IV of the House Rules. The Chair gave an introduction and welcoming remarks. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jim Lilly adjourned the meeting at 10:36 AM. Representative Jim Lilly, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Martin

evidence_text: Rep. Martin moved to adopt Thursday at 9:00 a.m. in room 327 of the Anderson House Office Building as the day, time and location for the regular operating schedule for the committee meetings for the House Committee on Workforce, Trades, and Talent. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Griffin, Martin, Howell, Farrington, Eisen, Markkanen, Sabo, O'Neal. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair explained her primary goals for "widening the talent pipeline" for employment around the state and bridging the job skills gap to committee members. A copy is attached. The Chair called on each member of the committee to give a brief introduction about themselves. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation on the COVID-19's impact on the state's employment. Al Pscholka, former State of Michigan Budget Director and Vice-President of Public Relations and Government Affairs for Kinexus Group, testified on the impact of the COVID pandemic on employment in the areas of manufacturing, healthcare and leisure and hospitality industries. A copy of his handout is attached. There being no further business before the committee; Rep. Martin moved that the committee adjourn. The Chair adjourned the meeting at 9:39 a.m. Representative Beth Griffin, Chair Joy Brewer Committee Clerk joybrewer@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Wendzel

evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to adopt the minutes from the February 9th, 2021 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Ann Bollin adjourned the meeting at 12:16 PM. Representative Ann Bollin, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


motion_text: to adopt the minutes from the February 9th, 2021 meeting.


mover_label: Steven Johnson

evidence_text: Representative Steven Johnson moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 9, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4143, HB 4145, HB 4146 and HB 4147 before the committee: HB 4143 (Rep. Clements) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 215, 226a, 234, and 243 (MCL 257.215, 257.226a, 257.234, and 257.243), section 226a as amended by 2006 PA 516, section 234 as amended by 2002 PA 552, and section 243 as amended by 1989 PA 299. HB 4145 (Rep. Filler) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 244 (MCL 257.244), as amended by 2013 PA 231. HB 4146 (Rep. LaGrand) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 255 (MCL 257.255), as amended by 2020 PA 304. HB 4147 (Rep. Manoogian) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 306 and 907 (MCL 257.306 and 257.907), section 306 as amended by 2020 PA 304 and section 907 as amended by 2015 PA 126. Representative Clements, testified in support of HB 4143. Questions and discussion followed. Chairman Filler, testified in support of HB 4145. Adam Reames, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified in support of HB 4143, HB 4145, HB 4146 and HB 4147. Questions and discussion followed. Representative LaGrand, testified in support of HB 4146. Representative Manoogian, testified in support of HB 4147. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4143, HB 4145, HB 4146 and HB 4147, but did not wish to speak: Mike Nichols, representing the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan (CDAM). John Cooper, representing Safe and Just Michigan. Brandon Lanyon, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan. Kimberly Buddin, representing the American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan. Paul Stankewitz, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference. The Chair laid HB 4219 and HB 4220 before the committee: HB 4219 (Rep. Yancey) A bill to amend 1965 PA 213, entitled "An act to provide for setting aside the conviction in certain criminal cases; to provide for the effect of such action; to provide for the retention of certain nonpublic records and their use; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain public agencies and officers; and to prescribe penalties," by amending section 1 (MCL 780.621) as amended by 2020 PA 191. HB 4220 (Rep. Bellino) A bill to amend 1965 PA 213, entitled "An act to provide for setting aside the conviction in certain criminal cases; to provide for the effect of such action; to provide for the retention of certain nonpublic records and their use; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain public agencies and officers; and to prescribe penalties," by amending section 1c (MCL 780.621c), as added by 2020 PA 187. Representative Yancey and Representative Bellino, testified in support of HB 4219 and HB 4220. Questions and discussion followed. Mike Nichols, representing the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan (CDAM), testified in support of HB 4219 and HB 4220. Questions and discussion followed. Attorney General Dana Nessel, testified in support of HB 4219 and HB 4220. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4219 and HB 4220, but did not wish to speak: John Cooper, representing Safe and Just Michigan. Kimberly Buddin, representing the American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4219 and HB 4220, but did not wish to speak: Brandon Lanyon, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan. Matt Saxton, Executive Director, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association. Stephanie Johnson, representing the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police. There being no further business before the committee, Chairman Filler adjourned the meeting at 9:48 AM. Representative Graham Filler, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Roth moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 9, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4026 and HB 4117 before the committee: HB 4026 (Rep. Eisen) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 805 (MCL 257.805), as amended by 2013 PA 82. HB 4117 (Rep. Steven Johnson) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 226 (MCL 257.226), as amended by 2020 PA 304. Representative Johnson and Representative Eisen, testified in support of HB 4026 and HB 4117. Questions and discussion followed. Matt Levin, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified in support of HB 4026 and HB 4117. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4026, but did not wish to speak: Hallie Fox, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. The Chair laid HB 4053 before the committee: HB 4053 (Rep. VanWoerkom) A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled "Michigan memorial highway act," (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2091) by adding section 104. Marcus Keech, representing Representative VanWoerkom's office, joined by Sheriff Michael Poulin and widow of Deputy Ernest Heikkila Kris Sowles, all testified in support of HB 4053. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4053, but did not wish to speak: Troy Hagon, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation. The Chair laid HB 4014 before the committee: HB 4014 (Rep. Slagh) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 628 (MCL 257.628), as amended by 2016 PA 447. Representative Slagh testified in support of HB 4014. Questions and discussion followed. Ed Noyola, representing the County Road Association of Michigan, testified in opposition to HB 4014. Questions and discussion followed. John LaMacchia, representing the Michigan Municipal League, testified in support of HB 4014. Questions and discussion followed. Matt Penniman, representing the League of Michigan Bicyclists, testified in support of HB 4014. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4014, but did not wish to speak: Sergeant Nicole McGhee, representing the Michigan State Police. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4014, but did not wish to speak: Todd Scott, representing the Detroit Greenways Coalition. Chief of Police Jon Gale, representing the Norton Shores Police Department. Chief of Police Matt Messer, representing the City of Holland. Tom Frazier, representing the Michigan Townships Association. President and CEO Loretta V. Bush, representing Authority Health. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jack O'Malley adjourned the meeting at 11:14 AM. Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Allor

evidence_text: Representative Allor moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 10, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.


mover_label: Brann

evidence_text: Representative Brann moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 11, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair invited Mary Ann Cleary, representing the House Fiscal Agency, to give a presentation on the 2021-2022 Executive Budget Recommendation. Mary Ann Cleary was joined by Marcus Coffin and Jim Stansell, all representing the House Fiscal Agency, to answer questions. The Chair laid HB 4261 before the committee: HB 4261 (Rep. Albert) A bill to amend 1980 PA 300, entitled "The public school employees retirement act of 1979," by amending section 41 (MCL 38.1341), as amended by 2018 PA 512. Vice-Chair Whiteford assumed the gavel, the time being 9:02 a.m. Chair Albert introduced HB 4261. Questions and discussion followed. Chair Albert assumed the gavel, the time being 9:16 a.m. The Chair laid HB 4247 before the committee: HB 4247 (Rep. Koleszar) A bill to amend 1996 PA 195, entitled "Police officer's and fire fighter's survivor tuition grant act," by amending sections 2 and 3 (MCL 390.1242 and 390.1243), section 2 as amended by 2016 PA 295 and section 3 as amended by 2012 PA 470. Representative Kolezar, testified in support of HB 4247. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4247, but did not wish to speak: Matt Sowash, representing the Police Officers Association of Michigan. Aaron Keel, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury. Kyle Svoboda, representing the Michigan Fire Inspectors Society. Michael McCleeir, representing the Michigan State Firemens Assocation. Mark Docherty and Terrence Chesney, representing the Michigan Professional FireFighters Union. Jim Williams, Deputy Chief, representing the Texas Fire Department. Mike Sauger, representing the Fraternal Order of Police. Benjamin Bodkin, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association.


evidence_text: Representative Brann moved to report out HB 4247 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. The Chair laid HB 4018, HB 4020, HB 4021 and HB 4260 before the committee: HB 4018 (Rep. Albert) A bill to make, supplement, and adjust appropriations for various state departments and agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2020; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations. HB 4020 (Rep. Albert) A bill to make, supplement, and adjust appropriations for various state departments and agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations. HB 4021 (Rep. Albert) A bill to make, supplement, and adjust appropriations for various state departments and agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations. HB 4260 (Rep. Albert) A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled "The state school aid act of 1979," by amending sections 11, 17b, 201, and 236 (MCL 388.1611, 388.1617b, 388.1801, and 388.1836), sections 11, 201, and 236 as amended by 2020 PA 165 and section 17b as amended by 2007 PA 137.


evidence_text: Representative Whiteford moved to report out HB 4018 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.


evidence_text: Representative Brann moved to report out HB 4020 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.


mover_label: Hornberger

evidence_text: Representative Hornberger moved to report out HB 4021 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.


mover_label: VanSingel

evidence_text: Representative VanSingel moved to report out HB 4260 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. Representative Thomas Albert, Chair Matt Carnagie Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Griffin

evidence_text: Representative Griffin moved to adopt Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. in room 307 of the House Office Building as the normal day, time, and location for meetings of the House Communications and Technology Committee. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoitenga, Damoose, Griffin, Hauck, Wozniak, Coleman, Haadsma, Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None. The House Communications and Technology Committee will follow Chapter IV, stated in the House Standing Rules, that were adopted on the House Floor. The Members introduced themselves to the Committee. Ken Morin, Chair Hoitenga's Chief of Staff, gave an update to Committee members on past legislation that has come before and will come before the Communications & Technology Committee. The Department of Technology, Management and Budget made a presentation on the Connecting Michigan Communities (CMIC) Grant Program. Questions and discussion followed.


mover_label: Damoose

evidence_text: Representative Damoose moved to excuse Representative Bezotte from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hoitenga adjourned the meeting at 11:05 AM. Representative Michele Hoitenga, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Cherry moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 10, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4236 before the committee: HB 4236 (Rep. Markkanen) A bill to amend 2008 PA 295, entitled "Clean and renewable energy and energy waste reduction act," by amending section 173 (MCL 460.1173), as amended by 2016 PA 342. Representative Markkanen, testified in support of HB 4236. Questions and discussion followed. Dan Scripps, representing the Michigan Public Service Commission, testified with no position on HB 4236. Questions and discussion followed. Laura Sherman, representing the Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council, testified in support of HB 4236. Mark Haggerty, representing Michigan Solar Solutions, testified in support of HB 4236. Charlotte Jameson, representing the Michigan Environmental Council, testified in support of HB 4236. John Richter, representing the Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association, testified in support of HB 4236. Rob Rafson, representing Chart House Energy, testified in support of HB 4236. Camilo Serna, representing DTE, testified in opposition to HB 4236. Questions and discussion followed. Ed Rivet, representing the Michigan Conservative Energy Forum, testified in support of HB 4236. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4236, but did not wish to speak: Tom Hickson, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference. Hallie Fox, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. John Freeman, Executive Director, representing the Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association. Brandon Knight, representing Distributed Power. Henry Love, representing Elevate. John Bernhardt, representing Pivot Energy. Amy Heart, representing Sun Run. Jason Slattery, representing Gem Energy. Diane Cheklich, representing D2 Solar. Diane Van Buren, representing D2 Solar. Art Toy, representing Four Elements Energy. Jim Newman, representing the Newman Consulting Group. Adam Harris, representing The Green Panel. Joe Tesar, representing Quantalux. Emily Prehoda, representing Chart House Energy. Jason Walles, representing Power Home Solar. Ian Olmstead, representing Peninsula Solar. Tim Powers, representing Inovateus Solar. Jim Murray, representing Community Solar. Andrew Vermeesch, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. Wayne Appleyard, representing Sunstructures Archictects. Dave Strenski, representing Solar Ypsi. Steve Potter, representing Country Air and Solar. Mark Lee, representing Better World Builders. Mike Linsea, representing Solar Winds Power Systems. Allen O'Shea, representing CBS Solar. William Held, representing Strawberry Solar. Matthew Kadwell, representing Sumpter Solar Services. Anand Papprui, representing Spark Building Energy Systems. Rob Kearcher, representing Absolute Solar Solutions. Rob Sepeter, representing RLS Energy. Bob Randolph, representing Quality Solar. Ken Zebarah Jr, representing Harvest Solar. Dave Friedrichs, representing Homeland Solar. Leah Wiste, representing Michigan Interfaith Power and Light. Mark Cryderman, representing The Green Panel. Duane Watson, representing Geosmart. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4236, but did not wish to speak: Stephanie Johnson, representing the Utility Workers Union of America. Todd Tennis, representing the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers - Michigan Conference. Michael Alaimo, Director, Environmental and Energy Affairs, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. Mike Johnston, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association. Cathy Wilson, representing the Consumers Energy. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Joe Bellino adjourned the meeting at 4:03 PM. Representative Joe Bellino, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Berman

evidence_text: Representative Berman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 3, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 16 before the committee: SB 16 (Sen. Zorn) A bill to amend 1917 PA 167, entitled "Housing law of Michigan," by amending section 125 (MCL 125.525), as amended by 2016 PA 14. Shane Preston, representing Senator Zorn, testified in support of SB 16. Wendy Patton, representing the Rental Property Owners Association, testified in support of SB 16. The following person submitted a card in support of SB 16, but did not wish to speak: Clay Powell, representing the Rental Property Owners Association of Michigan. The Chair laid SB 17 before the committee: SB 17 (Sen. Zorn) A bill to amend 1968 PA 317, entitled "An act relating to the conduct of public servants in respect to governmental decisions and contracts with public entities; to provide penalties for the violation of this act; to repeal certain acts and parts of acts; and to validate certain contracts," by amending section 3a (MCL 15.323a), as amended by 2011 PA 106. Shane Preston, representing Senator Zorn, testified in support of SB 17. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of SB 17, but did not wish to speak: Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association. The following person submitted a card in opposition to SB 17, but did not wish to speak: Peter Wills, representing the City of Muskegon. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Calley adjourned the meeting at 12:11 PM. Representative Julie Calley, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Brenda Carter

evidence_text: Representative Brenda Carter moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 4, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4171 and HB 4172 before the committee: HB 4171 (Rep. Allor) A bill to amend 1969 PA 317, entitled "Worker's disability compensation act of 1969," by amending section 405 (MCL 418.405), as amended by 2014 PA 515. HB 4172 (Rep. Yaroch) A bill to amend 1969 PA 317, entitled "Worker's disability compensation act of 1969," by amending section 405 (MCL 418.405), as amended by 2014 PA 515. Representative Allor and Representative Yaroch both testified in support of HB 4171 and HB 4172. Questions and discussion followed. Chief Jeffery Roberts, representing the Michigan Association of Fire Chiefs, testified in support of HB 4171 and HB 4172. Chief Michael O'Brian, representing the Brighton Fire Department, testified in support of HB 4171 and HB 4172. Chief Mike Burke, representing the Michigan State Firemen's Association, testified in support of HB 4171 and HB 4172. Mark Docherty, representing the Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union, testified in support of HB 4171 and HB 4172. Questions and discussion followed. Mark Docherty, representing the Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union, testified in support of HB 4172. Aileen Pettinger, representing the Saginaw Fire Department, joined by Brenda Brassinton, a retired Lansing Fire Fighter, testified in support of HB 4172. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4171 and HB 4172, but did not wish to speak: Andrew Beardslee, representing the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity. Bill Flory, representing the Michigan Association for Justice. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4172, but did not wish to speak: Michael McCleeir, representing the Michigan State Firemen's Association. Kyle Svoboda, representing the Michigan Fire Inspector's Society. Don Biger, representing the Michigan Fire Service Instructors Association. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Daire Rendon adjourned the meeting at 9:43 AM. Representative Daire Rendon, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Wakeman

evidence_text: Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 11, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4126 before the committee: HB 4126 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 43525c (MCL 324.43525c), as added by 2020 PA 262.


motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4126.

evidence_text: Representative Wakeman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4126. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Marino, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Ian FitzGerald, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs, testified in support of HB 4126. Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in support of HB 4126.


mover_label: Sowerby

evidence_text: Representative Sowerby moved to report out HB 4126 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Marino, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid before the Committee a presentation by Rich Bowman and Madhu Anderson from The Nature Conservancy. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 10:45 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Outman

evidence_text: Representative Outman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 11, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid the following before the committee: Presentation from the Auditor General Doug Ringler, the Auditor General, testified before the committee. Laura Hirst, the Deputy Auditor General, testified before the committee The Chair laid the following before the committee: Office of the Auditor General Performance Audit Report Flint Emergency Expenditures, Michigan Department of Technology Management and Budget, January 2021. 000-2020-21 Steve Koschay and Ryan Austin, representing the Office of the Auditor General, testified regarding the audit report. The following people submitted a card, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Ed Benning, representing the Executive Director, Mass Transportation Authority Flint. The Chair laid the following before the committee: Discussion on the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services capacity limits on restaurants and bars. Representative Brann, owner of Brann's Restaurants, testified before the committee. Questions and discussion followed. Speaker Wentworth, testified before the committee. Brandon Hodgkins, owner of the Pale Blue Smokehouse, testified before the committee. Questions and discussion followed. Michelle Street, the General Manager of the Detroit Marriott in Troy, testified before the committee. John McNamara, representing the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association, testified before the committee. Pete Beukema, the owner of Suburban Inns, testified before the committee. Bianca Turner, a managing partner at Outback Steakhouse, testified before the committee. Marjorie Cheadle, the owner of Dagwood's Tavern, testified before the committee. Mark Miller, the owner of Little Camille's by the Bay, testified before the committee. The following people submitted a card, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Barry Neal, the owner of the House of Flavors Restaurants. Pat Ruster, the owner of Tawas Big Boy Restaurant. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Steven Johnson adjourned the meeting at 11:51 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 February 11, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4224 and HB 4225 before the committee: HB 4224 (Rep. Lilly) A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General sales tax act," (MCL 205.51 to 205.78) by adding section 4gg. HB 4225 (Rep. Anthony) A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act," (MCL 205.91 to 205.111) by adding section 4gg.


motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4224.

evidence_text: Representative Clements moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4224. 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

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4225.

evidence_text: Representative Anthony moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4225. 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. The Chair handed the gavel over to Vice Chair Clements at 10:37 a.m. Representative Lilly, testified in support of HB 4224 and HB 4225. Representative Anthony, testified in support of HB 4224 and HB 4225. The Chair returned to the gavel at 10:45 a.m. Matt Patton, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber, testified in support of HB 4224 and HB 4225. Aaron Keel, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified with no position on HB 4224 and HB 4225. David Foos, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified with no position on HB 4224 and HB 4225. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4224 and HB 4225, but did not wish to speak: Mike Johnston, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Associaiton. Diane Middleton, representing the Midland Business Alliance. Micah Babcock, representing the Small Business Association of Michigan. Amy Drumm, representing the Michigan Retailers Association. Alexa Kramer, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce. Steve Japinga, representing the Lansing Chamber of Commerce. Ryan Tarrant, representing the Bay Area Chamber of Comerce. Kirstie Sieloff, representing the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance. Dan Papineau, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jim Lilly adjourned the meeting at 10:58 AM. Representative Jim Lilly, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Farrington

evidence_text: Representative Farrington moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 11, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4040 before the committee: HB 4040 (Rep. Frederick) A bill to amend 1943 PA 148, entitled "Proprietary schools act," by amending section 1a (MCL 395.101a), as amended by 2016 PA 146. Representative Ben Fredrick, the bill sponsor, explained HB 4040 to the committee members. Howard Hipes, Apprentice, Training, and Mentoring Coordinator and Recruiter for the Michigan Brick Layers, testified in support of HB 4040. Questions followed. Lee Graham, Treasurer and Executive Director of the Labor-Management Education Committee for the Operating Engineers 324 testified in support of HB 4040. Questions followed. Jonathan Byrd, the Director of External Affairs for Michigan Laborers District Council, testified in support of HB 4040. Questions followed. Andrew Beardslee, Legislative Analyst for the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity submitted a testimony card stating the department is neutral on HB 4040, but did not wish to speak. There being no further business before the committee; Representative Eisen moved that the committee adjourned. The Chair adjourned the meeting at 9:44 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 appointed meeting date, time and location of the regularly scheduled meetings: Tuesday, 9:00 a.m., room 327 of the House Office Building. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Marino, Roth, Farrington, Wakeman, Wendzel, Martin, Cambensy, Cherry, Manoogian, Liberati. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair announced that the Commerce and Tourism committee will follow the Committee Rules, as prescribed in Chapter IV of the House Rules. The Chair laid HB 4052 before the committee: HB 4052 (Rep. Hoitenga) A bill to provide for the official time followed in this state; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and officials. Representative Hoitenga, testified in support of HB 4052. Jay Pea, representing the Save Standard Time, testified in opposition to HB 4052. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4052, but did not wish to speak: Rob Anderson, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4052, but did not wish to speak: Christopher E. Morgan, MD, representing the Michigan Academy of Sleep Medicine. Jada Paisley, representing the Michigan Golf Course Association. There being no further business before the committee,


mover_label: Cambensy

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 9:25 a.m. Representative Steve Marino, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


mover_label: Koleszar

evidence_text: Representative Koleszar moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 16, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4127, HB 4128, HB 4129, HB 4130, HB 4131, HB 4132, HB 4133, HB 4134 and HB 4135 before the committee: HB 4127 (Rep. Hall) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 510 (MCL 168.510). HB 4128 (Rep. Calley) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 509bb (MCL 168.509bb), as added by 1994 PA 441. HB 4129 (Rep. Marino) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," (MCL 168.1 to 168.992) by adding section 33a. HB 4130 (Rep. Koleszar) A bill to amend 1978 PA 472, entitled "An act to regulate political activity; to regulate lobbyists, lobbyist agents, and lobbying activities; to require registration of lobbyists and lobbyist agents; to require the filing of reports; to prescribe the powers and duties of the department of state; to prescribe penalties; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts," by amending section 8 (MCL 4.418), as amended by 1994 PA 412. HB 4131 (Rep. Sabo) A bill to amend 1976 PA 388, entitled "Michigan campaign finance act," by amending section 16 (MCL 169.216), as amended by 2017 PA 184. HB 4132 (Rep. Wendzel) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 759 (MCL 168.759), as amended by 2020 PA 177. HB 4133 (Rep. Bollin) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 11d of chapter XVII (MCL 777.11d), as amended by 2018 PA 661. HB 4134 (Rep. Bollin) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 658, 659, and 661 (MCL 168.658, 168.659, and 168.661), sections 658 and 661 as amended by 2012 PA 270 and section 659 as amended by 2014 PA 94, and by adding section 759e. HB 4135 (Rep. Bollin) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 765a (MCL 168.765a), as amended by 2020 PA 177. Adam Reames, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified in opposition to HB 4127(H-1)and HB 4128(H-1). The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4127(H-1), but did not wish to speak: American Association of University Women of Michigan. Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Merissa Kovach, representing the ACLU of Michigan. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4129, but did not wish to speak: Herasanna Richards, representing the Michigan Municipal League. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4134, but did not wish to speak: Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Merissa Kovach, representing the ACLU of Michigan. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4128 (H-1), but did not wish to speak: American Association of University Women of Michigan. Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Merissa Kovach, representing the ACLU of Michigan.


mover_label: Calley

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4127.

evidence_text: Representative Calley moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4127. The motion prevailed 6- 1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Whitsett. Nays: Rep. Koleszar. Pass: None. Representative Koleszar offered the following amendments to HB 4127(H-1): 1. Amend page 2, line 7, after "must" by striking out the balance of the subdivision and inserting "sign his or her name.". 2. Amend page 2, line 18, after the first "birth" by striking out "and proof of date of birth". 3. Amend page 2, line 21, after "card" by striking out "and provide proof of date of birth". 4. Amend page 3, line 1, by striking out all of subsection (3) and renumbering the remaining subsections. 5. Amend page 3, line 7, after "subsection" by striking out "(5)," and inserting "(4),". 6. Amend page 3, line 8, after "card" by striking out the comma and "and provides proof of his or her date of birth,".


evidence_text: Representative Koleszar moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4127(H-1). The motion did not prevail 1-6-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Rep. Koleszar. Nays: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Whitsett. Pass: None. Representative Koleszar offered the following amendment to HB 4127(H-1): 1. Amend page 3, line 19, after "act." by inserting "The city or township clerk shall notify the elector that his or her signature on the return card did not match the signature for that elector on the qualified voter file and that his or her registration record is considered challenged. The notice to the elector under this subsection must include the steps the elector must take in order to no longer have his or her registration record considered to be challenged.".


motion_text: to adopt the amendment to HB 4127(H-1).

evidence_text: Representative Koleszar moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4127(H-1). The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: Wendzel

evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to report House Bill No. 4127 as amended, as substitute (H- 2). The motion prevailed 6-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Whitsett. Nays: Rep. Koleszar. Pass: None.


motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4128.

evidence_text: Representative Calley moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4128. The motion prevailed 6- 1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar. Nays: Rep. Whitsett. Pass: None. Representative Whitsett offered the following amendment to HB 4128(H-1): 1. Amend page 2, line 28, after "act." by inserting "The city or township clerk shall notify the elector that his or her signature on the return card did not match the signature for that elector on the qualified voter file and that his or her registration record is considered challenged. The notice to the elector under this subsection must include the steps the elector must take in order to no longer have his or her registration record considered to be challenged.".


mover_label: Whitsett

motion_text: to adopt the amendment to HB 4128(H-1).

evidence_text: Representative Whitsett moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4128(H-1). The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Calley moved to report House Bill No. 4128 as amended, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to report out HB 4129 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Koleszar moved to report out HB 4130 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett. Nays: None. Pass: None. At 12:17 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 12:18 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.


motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4131.

evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4131. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to report out HB 4131 with recommendation, as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett. Nays: None. Pass: None.


motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4132.

evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4132. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to refer House Bill No. 4132 to the Committee on Judiciary, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: Bollin

motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4133.

evidence_text: Chair Bollin moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4133. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Chair Bollin moved to refer House Bill No. 4133 to the Committee on Judiciary, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett. Nays: None. Pass: None.


motion_text: to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4134.

evidence_text: Chair Bollin moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4134. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett. Nays: None. Pass: None.


mover_label: Filler

evidence_text: Representative Filler moved to report out HB 4134 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to report out HB 4135 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar, Whitsett. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HJRA before the committee: HJRA (Rep. Wentworth) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the state constitution of 1963, by amending section 26 of article IV, to require approval by two-thirds for certain bills.


motion_text: to report out HJRA with recommendation.

evidence_text: Chair Bollin moved to report out HJRA with recommendation. The motion prevailed 5-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Calley, Steven Johnson, Koleszar, Whitsett. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Wendzel, Filler. The Chair laid before the committee presentations by the Michigan Association of County Clerks and Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks Mary Clark, representing the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks, and Barb Byrum, representing the Michigan Association of County Clerks, gave a presentation. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Ann Bollin adjourned the meeting at 12:55 PM. Representative Ann Bollin, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov