to adopt the meeting minutes from June 14, 2022.
Representative VanWoerkom moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 14, 2022. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 6354 before the committee: HB 6354 (Rep. Hoitenga) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 40118 (MCL 324.40118), as amended by 2022 PA 23. Representative Hoitenga and Representative Beson testified in support of the bill. Questions and discussion followed. Amy Trotter representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs testified in support of HB 6354. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 6354, but did not wish to speak: Taylor Ridderbusch, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Erik Schnelle, representing the Michigan Advisory Council. The Chair laid HB 4596 before the committee: HB 4596 (Rep. Peterson) A bill to designate the official native grain of this state. Nicole and Moses Viber testified in support of HB 4596. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4596, but did not wish to speak: Ashley Steffen, representing the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. Brendan Ringlever, representing the Huron Band of Potawatomi.