to report out HB 4125 with recommendation, as substitute a (H-3).
Representative Howell moved to report out HB 4125 with recommendation, as substitute a (H-3). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Griffin, Martin, Howell, Farrington, Eisen, Markkanen, Sabo, Hope, O'Neal. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4434 before the committee: HB 4434 (Rep. Stone) A bill to amend 1936 (Ex Sess) PA 1, entitled "Michigan employment security act," by amending sections 2 and 32b (MCL 421.2 and 421.32b), section 2 as amended by 2011 PA 268 and section 32b as amended by 2011 PA 269, and by adding section 32e. Representative Lori Stone, the bill sponsor, explained HB 4434. Questions followed. Ms. Rachael Kohl, the Director of the Workers' Rights Clinic at University of Michigan Law School, testified in support of HB 4434. A copy of her written testimony is attached. Mr. Brett J. Lawrence, a brand manager, graphic designer, and a photographer, testified in support of HB 4434. Anthony Sutter, a carpenter, testified in support of HB 4434. Stephanie Glidden, Chief of Staff and Legislative Liaison for Michigan's Unemployment Insurance Agency, testified with a neutral position on HB 4434. Questions followed. The following individuals submitted a card in support of HB 4434, but did not wish to speak: Peter Ruark, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy, and Jonathan Byrd, representing the Michigan Laborers Union. There being no further business before the committee; Representative Markkanen moved that the committee adjourn. There being no objections, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 9:52 a.m. Representative Beth Griffin, Chair Joy Brewer Committee Clerk joybrewer@house.mi.gov