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Damoose Lauwers
Nays—19
Anthony Chang Klinefelt Santana
Bayer Cherry McCann Shink
Brinks Geiss McMorrow Singh
Camilleri Hertel Moss Wojno
Cavanagh Irwin Polehanki
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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The question being on the passage of the bill,
Senator Nesbitt offered the following amendments:
1. Amend page 10, following line 24, by inserting:
“Critical bridge repair 250,000,000”
and adjusting the subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly.
2. Amend page 11, line 1, by striking 2,000,000 and replacing it with 252,000,000 and adjusting the subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly.
3. Amend page 50, following line 26, by inserting:
“Sec. 1010. Funds appropriated in part 1 for Critical bridge repair shall be used for fixing bridges with a failure or critical rating.”.
The question being on the adoption of the amendments,
Senator Lauwers requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:


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In The Chair: Moss
Senator Huizenga offered the following amendments:
1. Amend page 10, following line 24, by inserting:
“Neighborhood road fund 1,000,000,000”
and adjusting the subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly.
2. Amend page 11, line 1, by striking 2,000,000 and replacing it with 1,002,000,000 and adjusting the subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly.
3. Amend page 50, following line 26, by inserting:
“Sec. 1011. Funds appropriated in part 1 for Neighborhood roads fund shall be distributed through the Neighborhood road fund as described in House Bill No. 4230 (H-1) of the 103rd Legislature.”.
The question being on the adoption of the amendments,
Senator Lauwers requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:


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Senator McBroom offered the following amendment:
1. Amend page 31, following line 10, by inserting:
“Sec. 312. (1) A plane owned and operated by the State of Michigan shall be available for the use of legislators representing the Upper Peninsula to attend and return from session once per week, subject to availability. The state aeronautics fund must be compensated from the Senate or the House according to a fee schedule negotiated between the individual houses and the department.
(2) The department may send bills for real costs incurred by a legislative cancellation to the House or Senate business offices respective to the membership of the individual or individuals that canceled if such a cancellation was made with less than four days’ notice. The department shall not directly fine, charge, or punish legislators.
(3) The department may place non-legislator state employees on any plane with legislators and make other stops as necessary when legislators are passengers but legislators are not subject to being bumped or pre-empted by other state employees.
(4) There shall be at least 4 FTE pilot positions in the aeronautics division regardless of the number of FTEs throughout the department.
(5) The department shall enter into contract(s) with services providing pilots to provide pilots when the department has no active, FTE pilots.
(6) The aeronautics division shall not disallow overtime or flying outside of business hours for the flights provided to legislative members going to or from the Upper Peninsula.
(7) The department shall attempt to sell one of the Baron aircraft and buy a plane able to more safely fly in poorer weather conditions than the Baron and able to carry more than three passengers from the UP to Lansing that is smaller than the King Air model.”.
The amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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The motion prevailed.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 181, entitled
A bill to make appropriations for the department of environment, Great Lakes, and energy for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
Senator Bellino offered the following amendment:
1. Amend page 33, following line 19, by inserting:
“Sec. 247. The department shall not award funding from any grant program in part 1 to local governments that have adopted an ordinance banning gas stoves or appliances.”.
The question being on the adoption of the amendment,
Senator Lauwers requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:


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Damoose Lauwers
Nays—19
Anthony Chang Klinefelt Santana
Bayer Cherry McCann Shink
Brinks Geiss McMorrow Singh
Camilleri Hertel Moss Wojno
Cavanagh Irwin Polehanki
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Geiss
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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The question being on the passage of the bill,
Senator Damoose offered the following amendment:
1. Amend page 18, following line 13, by inserting:
“Sec. 307. From the funds appropriated in part 1, the department shall report to the standard report recipients by December 1, 2025 on pupil classroom sizes for all school buildings in each district.”.
The amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Senator Theis offered the following amendment:
1. Amend page 18, following line 26, by inserting:
“Sec. 352. The funds appropriated in part 1 for unclassified salaries may only be used to support salary increases or lump sum bonuses if the state’s reading scores do not place the state in the bottom 10 states nationally.”.
The question being on the adoption of the amendment,
Senator Lauwers requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:


motion_text: The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Let’s be clear. Michigan is in the midst of an educational crisis. Our educational outcomes, especially our reading scores, are cemented in the bottom-10 nationally. States like Mississippi are soaring past us. Seventy-five percent of 4th graders in our state cannot read proficiently. Think about that. Three out of every four kids. That’s thousands of children falling further and further behind. It’s thousands of children lacking the foundation they need for a successful future. It’s thousands of children being set up for failure by the adults responsible for their education. It’s past time those adults be held responsible. That includes the adults in this room and the adults at the Michigan Department of Education. I see no scenario in which anyone responsible for educational outcomes in this state should be receiving a pay raise right now. My amendment simply says no Department of Education administrator shall receive a compensation increase until our state’s reading scores have improved from the bottom-10 nationally. I ask for a “yes” vote on this amendment to bring some level of accountability to the bureaucrats responsible for this educational crisis.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 164, entitled
A bill to make appropriations for the department of lifelong education, advancement, and potential for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
Senator Nesbitt offered the following amendments:
1. Amend page 4, following line 1, by inserting:
“Dual enrollment payments 3,500,000”.
2. Amend page 4, line 10, by striking out “10,486,600” and inserting “13,986,600”, and adjusting the subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly.
The amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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The motion prevailed.
Senator Albert’s statement is as follows:
As I have said before, I continue to believe there are potential constitutional issues with the functions that should be overseen by the elected State Board of Education, the State Superintendent, and the Michigan Department of Education. I continue to question whether this isn’t a backhanded way to strip power from the elected State Board of Education and give that power to handpicked bureaucrats. The solution to our shared frustration with MDE is not to create a shadow department. Beyond that, this budget has other problematic issues. It removes funding for dual enrollment opportunities for students attending nonpublic schools, cutting off support that facilitates their taking classes at postsecondary institutions at no cost. At the same time, it creates yet another government task force to study how to improve access to dual enrollment. Here’s one idea: let’s remove barriers and extra hurdles and give every student an equal opportunity to participate. The budget just props up another department that adds government bureaucracy without delivering results. I urge a “no” vote.
Senator Nesbitt asked and was granted unanimous consent to make a statement and moved that the statement be printed in the Journal.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Nesbitt’s statement is as follows:
My amendment would restore the current $3.5 million in funding for a program that enables nonpublic high school students to attend classes at postsecondary institutions for free. Without this amendment, nonpublic school students would not have the special funding set aside for them to participate in dual enrollment. This constitutes illegal discrimination solely based on the high school the student happens to attend. If we’re going to create pathways for high school students to find the success in the marketplace where they’re going to succeed the best, I ask for a “yes” vote on this amendment. I urge my colleagues to reject the unnecessary and burdensome discrimination of our private school students.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 171, entitled
A bill to make appropriations for the department of agriculture and rural development for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of
Third Reading of Bills
Senator Singh moved that the Senate proceed to consideration of the following bills:
Senate Bill No. 170
Senate Bill No. 175
Senate Bill No. 176
The motion prevailed.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 170, entitled
A bill to make appropriations for the judiciary for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Senate Bill No. 175, entitled
A bill to make appropriations for the department of military and veterans affairs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
Senator Hoitenga offered the following amendments:
1. Amend page 5, following line 12, by inserting:
“State veterans cemetery 5,000,000”.
2. Amend page 5, line 13, by striking out “29,500,000” and inserting 34,500,000”.
3. Amend page 5, line 17, by striking out “29,500,000” and inserting “34,500,000” and adjusting the subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly.
The question being on the adoption of the amendments,
Senator Lauwers requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:


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Senate Bill No. 176, entitled
A bill to make appropriations for the department of state police for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
Senator Nesbitt offered the following amendments:
1. Amend page 11, following line 6, by inserting:
“Partnership with ICE to detain and deport anyone in this state illegally who has committed a crime 500,000”.
2. Amend page 11, line 10, by striking out “25,000,000” and inserting “25,500,000”.
3. Amend page 11, line 13, by striking out “15,000,000” and inserting “15,500,000” and adjusting the subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly
The question being on the adoption of the amendments,
Senator Lauwers requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:


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1. Amend page 11, following line 5, by inserting:
“Immigration and customs enforcement support fund 15,000,000”.
2. Amend page 11, line 10, by striking out “25,000.000” and inserting “40,000,000”.
3. Amend page 11, line 13, by striking out “15,000,000” and inserting “30,000,000” and adjusting the subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly
4. Amend page 53, following line 8, by inserting:
“Enacting section 1. This act does not take effect unless both of the following bills of the 103rd Legislature are enacted into law:
(a) Senate Bill No. 42.
(b) Senate Bill No. 43.”.
The question being on the adoption of the amendments,
Senator Lauwers requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present not voting therefor.
The amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:


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(2) The Michigan sheriff’s association shall establish criteria for the use and distribution of these funds. Allowable use of the funds shall include, but is not limited to, the following:
(a) Improvements to jail infrastructure.
(b) Improvements to grounds on and around the county jail.
(c) Improvements to staff areas.
(d) Improvements to security for staff and inmates.
(3) The Michigan sheriff’s association shall determine the criteria and need of each county jail within Michigan. In addition, the amount of each grant awarded shall be made based on critical needs as determined by the Michigan sheriff’s association and distributed quarterly as stated in subsection (1).
(4) A county awarded a grant under the critical jail program must use county funds to provide a match equal to 50% of the grant amount. Grant recipients must provide proof of matching funds before the grant funds shall be distributed. A grant recipient will have up to one year from the grant award date to provide proof of matching funds and receive distribution of the grant award.
(5) The Michigan sheriff’s association shall provide a report to the department and the standard report recipients on the use of these funds on a quarterly basis, itemized by each county, and must include the amount of grant funding provided for the previous quarter. The Michigan sheriff’s association shall provide final report on the amounts granted and the expenditure of these funds no later than September 30, 2026.”.
The question being on the adoption of the amendments,
Senator Lauwers requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:


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The motion prevailed.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 177, entitled
A bill to make appropriations for the department of licensing and regulatory affairs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
Senator Damoose offered the following amendments:
1. Amend page 11, by striking out lines 9 and 10, and adjusting the subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly
2. Amend page 51, line 6, by striking out section 1002.
The question being on the adoption of the amendments,
Senator Lauwers requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:


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In The Chair: Geiss
Senator Webber offered the following amendment:
1. Amend page 41, following line 24, by inserting:
“Sec. 514. From the funds appropriated in part 1 for the bureau of professional licensing, the department must expend not less $200,000.00 for grants to the Michigan Association of CPAs for the maintenance and operation of the Continuing Professional Education Tracker and web portal.”.
The amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Senator Huizenga offered the following amendments:
1. Amend page 11, line 12, by striking out “200,000” and inserting “400,000”.
2. Amend page 11, line 13, by striking out “3,200,000” and inserting “3,400,000”.
3. Amend page 11, line 17, after “$” by striking out “200,000” and inserting “400,000”, and adjusting the subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly.
The amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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My amendment removes $1 million in taxpayer funding set aside for this Cannabis Social Equity Fund, and think about that for a minute from two perspectives. First of all, $1 million—at our current tax rate of 4.5 percent, forgetting any exemptions, it would take every single dollar a person earning $70,000 a year more than 317 years to pay for this one piece of spending. Every dime of that person’s tax burden for 317 years is gone—for what? And the total is actually worse when you look at exemptions and adjusted gross income and actually calculate income taxes. Is it really fair to use that taxpayer’s money on something like that? But even more, this is a $1 million expenditure to help more people get into the marijuana business? Drive through any small town or big city anywhere in the state and tell me we’re having a problem getting people into the marijuana business.
Thank you, Madam President. I ask my colleagues to support this very reasonable amendment.
Senator Webber’s statement is as follows:
My amendment would help ensure continuing education standards are being met and license renewals have a traceable paper trail. For years, the tracking system used has not been a problem, and it has been an arrangement that works well for both those in the industry and state regulators. Suddenly, that is no longer the case, and funding has been removed from the proposed budget. CPAs have been contributing to this system through a portion of their license renewal fees. Now, the department wants to divert that money elsewhere, without any input from those paying the fees. My amendment would simply restore this funding to ensure consistent and thorough standards for Michigan’s tax specialists.
Madam President, this is something those in the industry have expressly asked for, and I think the benefit to the general public is clear. Thank you, and I ask that my colleagues support my amendment.
Senator Huizenga’s statement is as follows:
My amendment would provide $400,000 to continue the existing system used by Michigan Realtors for tracking continuing education and license renewal. For years, this system has worked well for both industry professionals and state regulators. It provides efficient, streamlined training for the benefit of homeowners and homebuyers in our state. This budget before us today cuts this funding in half. My amendment simply restores it to the level that’s been working, so that real estate professionals can stay ready to serve Michigan’s homebuyers. Thank you, and I ask that my colleagues support my amendment.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 178, entitled
A bill to make appropriations for the department of insurance and financial services for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of
Messages from the House
Senate Bill No. 99, entitled
A bill to amend 2023 PA 281, entitled “Public officers financial disclosure act,” by amending sections 3, 5, 7, 11, 13, and 15 (MCL 15.703, 15.705, 15.707, 15.711, 15.713, and 15.715).
The House of Representatives has substituted (H-1) the bill.
The House of Representatives has passed the bill as substituted (H-1), ordered that the bill be given immediate effect and amended the title to read as follows:
A bill to amend 2023 PA 281, entitled “Public officers financial disclosure act,” by amending sections 3, 5, 7, 8, 11, 13, and 15 (MCL 15.703, 15.705, 15.707, 15.708, 15.711, 15.713, and 15.715) and by adding section 6.
Pending the order that, under rule 3.202, the bill be laid over one day,
Senator Singh moved that the rule be suspended.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The question being on concurring in the substitute made to the bill by the House,
The substitute was concurred in, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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The Senate agreed to the title as amended.
The bill was referred to the Secretary for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.
Senate Bill No. 100, entitled
A bill to amend 2023 PA 282, entitled “Candidate for office financial disclosure act,” by amending sections 3, 5, 7, 11, and 13 (MCL 169.303, 169.305, 169.307, 169.311, and 169.313).
The House of Representatives has substituted (H-1) the bill.
The House of Representatives has passed the bill as substituted (H-1), ordered that the bill be given immediate effect and amended the title to read as follows:
A bill to amend 2023 PA 282, entitled “Candidate for office financial disclosure act,” by amending sections 3, 5, 7, 11, 13, and 15 (MCL 169.303, 169.305, 169.307, 169.311, 169.313, and 169.315), and by adding section 6.
Pending the order that, under rule 3.202, the bill be laid over one day,
Senator Singh moved that the rule be suspended.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The question being on concurring in the substitute made to the bill by the House,
The substitute was concurred in, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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The Senate was called to order by the President pro tempore, Senator Moss.
During the recess, Senators Brinks, Nesbitt and Anthony entered the Senate Chamber.
By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of
Third Reading of Bills
Senator Singh moved that the Senate proceed to consideration of the following bill:
Senate Bill No. 184
The motion prevailed.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 184, entitled
A bill to make, supplement, and adjust appropriations for various state departments and agencies, the judicial branch, and the legislative branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025; to provide for certain conditions on appropriations; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Senator Lindsey offered the following amendments:
1. Amend page 8, line 20, by striking out “100” and inserting “6,000,000”.
2. Amend page 8, line 26, by striking out “18,100,100” and inserting “24,100,000”.
3. Amend page 9, line 1, by striking out “15,600,100” and inserting “15,600,000”.
4. Amend page 9, line 2, by striking out “2,500,000” and inserting “8,500,000” and adjusting the subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly.
The amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Senator Outman offered the following amendment:
1. Amend page 25, line 28, by striking out all of subsection (7) through line 1 on page 29 and renumbering the remaining subsection accordingly.
The question being on the adoption of the amendment,
Senator Lauwers requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:


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4. Amend page 29, line 4, by inserting:
“Sec. 327. The funds appropriated in part 1 for corrections officer base wage increase must be used by the department to provide a 10% base wage increase in addition to the base wage increase required by the contractual agreements adopted for fiscal year 2025-26. This increase must be applied to the base wages of all corrections officers at facilities, corrections transportation officers and corrections security representatives in the department’s absconder recovery unit.” and adjusting the subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly.
The amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Senator Albert offered the following amendments:
1. Amend page 2, line 17, by striking out “2,362,900” and inserting “2,137,900”.
2. Amend page 3, line 4, by striking out “156,200,600” and inserting “155,975,600”.
3. Amend page 3, line 12, by striking out “138,595,200” and inserting “138,370,200”.
4. Amend page 29, following line 3, by inserting:
“Sec. 327. Funds appropriated under part 1 may not be used to fund the salary of the department’s director.” and adjusting the subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly.
The amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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The question being on the passage of the bill,
Senator Damoose offered the following amendments:
1. Amend page 173, line 24, after “under” by striking out “ subsections ” and inserting “subsection”.
2. Amend page 173, line 24, after “(4)” by striking out “ and (8)(c) ”.
3. Amend page 176, line 13, after “(c)” by striking out “ Except as otherwise provided in subsection (5), ensure ” and inserting “Ensure”.
4. Amend page 178, line 20, after “ personnel, ” by striking out “ as determined by the department of lifelong education, advancement, and potential, ” and inserting “ as described in subsection (8)(c), ”.
5. Amend page 194, following line 19, by inserting:
“ (33) If the department of lifelong education, advancement, and potential learns from district officials or intermediate district officials that the requirements for credentialing in subsection (8)(c) are barring districts or intermediate districts from placing a sufficient number of individuals in teacher or paraprofessional positions under this section, by not later than January 1, 2026, the department of lifelong education, advancement, and potential shall report this information to the governor and the house and senate fiscal agencies as well as to the house and senate subcommittees on school aid. It is the intent of the legislature that if an insufficient number of individuals credentialed under subsection (8)(c) apply for positions as teachers or paraprofessionals under this section for the 2025-2026 school year due to the requirements of subsection (8)(c), the legislature will move toward limiting programs under this section to the number for which sufficient numbers of staff who meet the requirements in subsection (8)(c) can be engaged while prioritizing applicants based on the income status of the families of the applicants. Income status must be determined using the formula in subsection (17). ”.
The question being on the adoption of the amendments,
Senator Lauwers requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:


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“ Sec. 18e. (1) The board of a school district or intermediate school district or board of directors of a public school academy that participates in interscholastic athletic activities shall designate interscholastic athletic teams and sports based on the sex of the participants, with separate teams for participants of the female sex within female sports divisions, separate teams for participants of the male sex within male sports divisions, and, if applicable, co-ed teams for participants of the female and male sexes within co-ed sports divisions. A school district or intermediate school district shall not knowingly allow individuals of the male sex to participate on athletic teams or in athletic competitions designated for only participants of the female sex. This subsection must not be construed to restrict the eligibility of any student to participate on any interscholastic athletic teams or in interscholastic athletic activities that are designated as male or co-ed.
(2) As used in this section:
(a) “Female” means an individual of the sex characterized by a reproductive system with the biological function of producing eggs (ova).
(b) “Male” means an individual of the sex characterized by a reproductive system with the biological function of producing sperm.
(c) “Sex” means an individual’s immutable biological classification as male or female. ”.
2. Amend page 81, following line 12, by inserting:
“ (h) Comply with section 18e. ”.
The question being on the adoption of the amendments,
The Assistant President pro tempore, Senator Geiss, resumed the Chair.
Senator Lauwers requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:


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8. Amend page 239, following line 16, by striking out all of subsections (4), (5), and (6), and inserting :
“ (4) The initial allocation to each eligible applicant under section 32d is the lesser of the following:
(a) The sum of the number of children served in a school-day program in the preceding school year multiplied by $10,185.00, $14,000.00, the number of children served in a GSRP extended program in the preceding school year multiplied by $12,222.00, $16,800.00, the number of children served in a GSRP/Head Start school-day blended program or a part-day program in the preceding school year multiplied by $5,093.00, $7,000.00, and the number of children served in a GSRP/Head Start extended blended program in the preceding school year multiplied by $6,111.00. $8,400.00.
(b) The sum of the number of children the applicant has the capacity to serve in the current school year in a school-day program multiplied by $10,185.00, $14,000.00, the number of children served in a GSRP extended program the applicant has the capacity to serve in the current school year multiplied by $12,222.00, $16,800.00, the number of children served in a GSRP/Head Start school-day blended program or a part-day program the applicant has the capacity to serve in the current school year multiplied by $5,093.00, $7,000.00, and the number of children served in a GSRP/Head Start extended blended program the applicant has the capacity to serve in the current school year multiplied by $6,111.00. $8,400.00. ” and renumbering the remaining subsections.
9. Amend page 243, line 8, after “department” by striking out “of lifelong education, advancement, and potential”.
10. Amend page 243, line 10, after “department” by striking out “of lifelong education, advancement, and potential”.
11. Amend page, 243, following line 14, by inserting:
“(8) As used in this section, “GSRP/Head Start blended program”, “GSRP extended program”, “part-day program”, and “school-day program” mean those terms as defined in section 32d.”.
The question being on the adoption of the amendments,
Senator Lauwers requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:


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(g) That a racial or ethnic group or gender is in need of deconstruction, elimination, or criticism.
(h) That the actions of individuals serve as an indictment against the race or gender of those individuals.
(2) State funding must not be used for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives or programs as outlined in Executive Order No. 14190, “Ending Radical Indoctrination in K-12 Schooling”.
(3) The board of a school district or intermediate school district or board of directors of a public school academy that participates in interscholastic athletic activities shall designate interscholastic athletic teams and sports based on the sex of the participants, with separate teams for participants of the female sex within female sports divisions, separate teams for participants of the male sex within male sports divisions, and, if applicable, co-ed teams for participants of the female and male sexes within co-ed sports divisions. A school district or intermediate school district shall not knowingly allow individuals of the male sex to participate on athletic teams or in athletic competitions designated for only participants of the female sex. This subsection must not be construed to restrict the eligibility of any student to participate on any interscholastic athletic teams or in interscholastic athletic activities that are designated as male or co-ed. As used in this subsection:
(a) “Female” means an individual of the sex characterized by a reproductive system with the biological function of producing eggs (ova).
(b) “Male” means an individual of the sex characterized by a reproductive system with the biological function of producing sperm.
(c) “Sex” means an individual’s immutable biological classification as male or female.
(4) A parent must receive a written notification from the minor child’s school if a request is made by the minor child to change the minor child’s name, pronouns, title, or other word used to identify the minor child.
(5) If a district or intermediate district fails to meet the requirements of this section, the department shall withhold 5% of the total funds for which the district or intermediate district qualifies under this article until the district or intermediate district complies with this section. If the district or intermediate district does not comply with this section by the end of the fiscal year, the department shall place the amount withheld in an escrow account until the district or intermediate district complies with this section. ”.
The amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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and adjusting the subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly.
2. Amend page 35, following line 11, by inserting:
“ ONE-TIME APPROPRIATIONS
Sec. 1201. (1) Funds appropriated in part 1 for mine repairs and renewal shall be awarded to a city with a population of between 800 and 900 and in a county with a population of between 11,000 and 12,000 according to the most recent federal decennial census, that wants to renew a local mine with a passive abatement system.
(2) The unexpended funds appropriated in part 1 for mine repairs and renewal are designated as a work project appropriation, and any unencumbered or unallotted funds shall not lapse at the end of the fiscal year and shall be available for expenditure for the project under this section until the project has been completed. The following is in compliance with section 451a of the management and budget Act, 1984 PA 431, MCL 18.1451a:
(a) The purpose of the project is to aid in the repair and renewal of a mine with a passive abatement system.
(b) The project will be accomplished by utilizing state employees, contracts, or both.
(c) The total estimated cost of the project is $13,000,000.00.
(d) The tentative completion date is September 30, 2030.”.
The amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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A bill to make appropriations for the legislature, the executive, the department of the attorney general, the department of state, the department of treasury, the department of technology, management, and budget, the department of civil rights, and certain other state purposes for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
Senator Theis offered the following amendments:
1. Amend page 11, line 9, by striking out “31,728,300” and inserting “31,978,300”.
2. Amend page 11, line 10, by striking out “32,174,800” and inserting “32,424,800”.
3. Amend page 13, line 1, by striking out “22,069,800” and inserting “22,319,800”.
4. Amend page 70, following line 19, by inserting:
“Sec. 624. From the funds appropriated in part 1 for auditor general field operations, a total of $250,000 of additional funding provided for fiscal year 2025-26 must be used by the office of the auditor general for the purpose of conducting more audits to clear backlogged cases with the goal of completing more audits in a fiscal year.”.
The question being on the adoption of the amendments,
Senator Lauwers requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:


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Senator Nesbitt offered the following amendments:
1. Amend page 3, line 14, by striking out “119,429,600” and inserting “119,529,600”, and adjusting the subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly.
2. Amend page 61, following line 24, by inserting:
“Sec. 327. From the funds appropriated in part 1 for operations, the department of attorney general shall expend no less than $100,000.00 GF/GP to investigate foreign national voting in Michigan elections.”.
The amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Senator Lindsey offered the following amendment:
1. Amend page 133, following line 15, by inserting:
“Sec. 949o. From the funds appropriated in part 1, the department of treasury shall ensure that state funds are withheld from any entity not in compliance with Executive Order 14151 issued by President Donald Trump on January 20, 2025.”
The question being on the adoption of the amendment,
Senator Lauwers requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:


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Cavanagh Irwin Polehanki
Excused—1
Runestad
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Geiss
Senator Hauck offered the following amendment:
1. Amend page 43, following line 20, by inserting:
“Sec. 225. It is the intent of the legislature that the department maximize the efficiency of the state workforce and, where possible, prioritize in-person work, and post its in-person, remote, or hybrid work policy on its website.”
The question being on the adoption of the amendment,
Senator Lauwers requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:


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State services fee fund 1,804,600
Waterways account 13,700
State general fund/general purpose $ 21,427,000 ”
and adjusting the subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly.
The amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Senator Albert offered the following amendment:
1. Amend page 81, following line 4, by inserting:
“Sec. 720. From the funds appropriated in part 1 for election regulation, the MDOS shall submit a report to the standard report recipients that must include information on the steps the MDOS has taken to correct and improve the online accessibility and availability of campaign finance reports. The report must include a listing of the steps the MDOS has taken to fix and improve the webpage along with steps taken to comply with online accessibility requirements in the Michigan campaign finance act.”.
The question being on the adoption of the amendment,
Senator Lauwers requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:


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Cavanagh Irwin Polehanki
Excused—1
Runestad
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Geiss
Senator Albert offered the following amendment:
1. Amend page 88, following line 12, by inserting:
“Sec. 822f. From the funds appropriated in part 1, the MDTMB shall submit a monthly report to the house of representatives and senate appropriations committees detailing the daily employee occupancy rate of each state-owned or leased building for the prior month. The first report must be submitted by November 30, 2025.”
The question being on the adoption of the amendment,
Senator Lauwers requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:


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(7) The unexpended portion of funds appropriated for public safety facility grants are designated as a work project appropriation, and any unencumbered or unallotted funds shall not lapse at the end of the fiscal year and shall be available for expenditure for the project under this section until the project has 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 project is to provide grants to support the consolidation and renovation of law enforcement and fire department facilities owned and operated by local units of government.
(b) The project will be accomplished by utilizing state resources and grants.
(c) The total estimated cost of the project is $50,000,000.00.
(d) The tentative completion date is September 30, 2030.”
The amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Senator Albert offered the following amendment:
1. Amend page 140, line 19, by striking out all of subsection (6).
The question being on the adoption of the amendment,
Senator Lauwers requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:


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Camilleri Hertel Moss Wojno
Cavanagh Irwin Polehanki
Excused—1
Runestad
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Geiss
Senator Albert offered the following amendment:
1. Amend page 127, line 15, by striking out all of subsection (6).
The question being on the adoption of the amendment,
Senator Lauwers requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:


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Camilleri Hertel Moss Wojno
Cavanagh Irwin Polehanki
Excused—1
Runestad
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Geiss
Senator Theis offered the following amendment:
1. Amend page 3, line 14, by striking out “119,429,600” and inserting “118,429,600”, and adjusting the subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly.
The question being on the adoption of the amendment,
Senator Lauwers requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:


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2. Amend page 133, following line 15, by inserting:
“Sec. 949o. (1) From the funds appropriated in part 1 for liability reimbursement, the department shall reimburse county treasurers on a case-by-case basis for the cost of liabilities due to a court order or settlement issued for actions taken by a county treasurer that was in compliance with state law.
(2) In order to receive a reimbursement as described in subsection (1), a county treasurer must demonstrate in writing to the department of treasury that the liability is due to a court order or settlement resulting from action that was in compliance with Michigan statute at the time it occurred.”
The question being on the adoption of the amendments,
Senator Lindsey withdrew the amendments.
Senator Theis offered the following amendment:
1. Amend page 81, following line 14, by inserting:
“Sec. 723. Beginning on October 1, 2025, all state-issued driver’s license, state-issued personal identification cards, state-issued enhanced driver’s license, or state-issued enhanced personal identification cards shall only recognize two genders.”.
The question being on the adoption of the amendment,
Senator Lauwers requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:


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Nays—19
Anthony Chang Klinefelt Santana
Bayer Cherry McCann Shink
Brinks Geiss McMorrow Singh
Camilleri Hertel Moss Wojno
Cavanagh Irwin Polehanki
Excused—1
Runestad
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Geiss
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Third Reading of Bills
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 78, entitled
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 sections 1b, 1c, 1d, 2, and 3 (MCL 780.621b, 780.621c, 780.621d, 780.622, and
780.623), section 1b as added by 2020 PA 188, section 1c as amended by 2021 PA 79, section 1d as amended
by 2021 PA 82, and sections 2 and 3 as amended by 2020 PA 193, and by adding section 1j; and to repeal
acts and parts of acts.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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their past mistakes holding them back.
As lawmakers, we have the responsibility to shape a just and equitable society. Supporting this bill is an
opportunity for us to affirm the commitment to fairness and rehabilitation. It is our duty as Christians, Jews,
and Muslims to ensure that our system is not one of perpetual punishment but hope, possibility, and progress.
I urge each and every one of you to join me in supporting this crucial legislation. Let us be champions of the
second chance and architects of a more compassionate society for those who have earned it.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 257, entitled
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending section 5851b
(MCL 600.5851b), as added by 2018 PA 183.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Bumstead
Excused—3
Johnson Lindsey Outman
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 258, entitled
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending section 5805
(MCL 600.5805), as amended by 2018 PA 183.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Bumstead
Excused—3
Johnson Lindsey Outman
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 259, entitled
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending section 6452
(MCL 600.6452), as amended by 2020 PA 44.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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A bill to amend 1964 PA 170, entitled “An act to make uniform the liability of municipal corporations,
political subdivisions, and the state, its agencies and departments, officers, employees, and volunteers
thereof, and members of certain boards, councils, and task forces when engaged in the exercise or discharge
of a governmental function, for injuries to property and persons; to define and limit this liability; to define
and limit the liability of the state when engaged in a proprietary function; to authorize the purchase of liability
insurance to protect against loss arising out of this liability; to provide for defending certain claims made
against public officers, employees, and volunteers and for paying damages sought or awarded against them;
to provide for the legal defense of public officers, employees, and volunteers; to provide for reimbursement
of public officers and employees for certain legal expenses; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending
section 7 (MCL 691.1407), as amended by 2013 PA 173, and by adding section 7d.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Bumstead
Excused—3
Johnson Lindsey Outman
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 261, entitled
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending section 6431
(MCL 600.6431), as amended by 2020 PA 42.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Johnson Lindsey Outman
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 137, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending sections 233, 234, 239, and
240 (MCL 257.233, 257.234, 257.239, and 257.240), section 233 as amended by 2014 PA 290, section 234
as amended by 2002 PA 552, section 239 as amended by 2020 PA 382, and section 240 as amended by
2004 PA 493.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Albert
Excused—3
Johnson Lindsey Outman
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 138, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending section 227 (MCL 257.227),
as amended by 2011 PA 92.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Excused—3
Johnson Lindsey Outman
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 139, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending
sections 80304 and 81105 (MCL 324.80304 and 324.81105), section 80304 as amended by 2018 PA 678
and section 81105 as amended by 2018 PA 519.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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is essential to ensure access to care, especially during times of emergency, economic downturns, and periods
of increased cost of living; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, That we urge the President of the United States and the United States Congress to
fully fund Medicaid and to reject any proposal that would strip access to those in need and shift costs onto
states, health care providers, and vulnerable individuals; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the President of the United States, the Speaker
of the United States House of Representatives, the Majority Leader of the United States Senate, and the
Michigan congressional delegation.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
Senator Singh requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The resolution was adopted, a majority of the members voting therefor, as follows:


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Senate Bill No. 215, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 331, entitled “Michigan consumer protection act,” by amending section 3k (MCL 445.903k), as added by 2018 PA 211.
House Bill No. 4345, entitled
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The state school aid act of 1979,” by amending section 101 (MCL 388.1701), as amended by 2023 PA 103.
The bills were placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of
Third Reading of Bills
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 219, entitled
A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled “Mental health code,” by amending sections 401, 427, 430, 461, 468, 472a, and 475 (MCL 330.1401, 330.1427, 330.1430, 330.1461, 330.1468, 330.1472a, and 330.1475), sections 401, 461, 468, 472a, and 475 as amended by 2018 PA 593, section 427 as amended by 2016 PA 320, and section 430 as amended by 1995 PA 290.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Chang Johnson Outman Wojno
Cherry
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 220, entitled
A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled “Mental health code,” by amending sections 206a and 429 (MCL 330.1206a and 330.1429), section 206a as added by 2020 PA 55 and section 429 as amended by 2022 PA 214.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Chang Johnson Outman Wojno
Cherry
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 221, entitled
A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled “Mental health code,” (MCL 330.1001 to 330.2106) by adding section 1021 and chapter 10A.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Chang Johnson Outman Wojno
Cherry
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 222, entitled
A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled “Mental health code,” by amending section 473 (MCL 330.1473), as amended by 2018 PA 593.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Chang Johnson Outman Wojno
Cherry
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 303, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 16189.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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The Senate was called to order by the President pro tempore, Senator Moss.
By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of
Motions and Communications
Senator Singh moved that the rules be suspended and that the following bill, now on the order of Third Reading of Bills, be placed on its immediate passage:
House Bill No. 4345
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Third Reading of Bills
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 4345, entitled
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The state school aid act of 1979,” by amending section 101 (MCL 388.1701), as amended by 2023 PA 103.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Third Reading of Bills
Senator McBroom entered the Senate Chamber.
Recess
Senator Singh moved that the Senate recess subject to the call of the Chair.
The motion prevailed, the time being 10:20 a.m.
11:12 a.m.
The Senate was called to order by the President pro tempore, Senator Moss.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 207, entitled
A bill to create a Michigan veterans coalition fund; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Chang Johnson Outman Wojno
Cherry
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 208, entitled
A bill to create a Michigan veterans coalition grant program; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental entities.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Chang Johnson Outman Wojno
Cherry
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 215, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 331, entitled “Michigan consumer protection act,” by amending section 3k (MCL 445.903k), as added by 2018 PA 211.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Recess
Senator Singh moved that the Senate recess subject to the call of the Chair.
The motion prevailed, the time being 10:05 a.m.
11:09 a.m.
The Senate was called to order by the President pro tempore, Senator Moss.
During the recess, Senator Geiss entered the Senate Chamber.
Third Reading of Bills
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 134, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 331, entitled “Michigan consumer protection act,” by amending the title and sections 2, 4, 5, 10, and 15 (MCL 445.902, 445.904, 445.905, 445.910, and 445.915), the title as amended by 2022 PA 153, section 2 as amended by 2018 PA 189, section 4 as amended by 2014 PA 251, and section 5 as amended by 2020 PA 296, and by adding sections 4a, 5a, 8a, and 21a.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Bumstead Huizenga Nesbitt Victory
Daley Johnson Outman Webber
Damoose Lauwers
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 156, entitled
A bill to amend 1975 PA 46, entitled “An act to create the office of the legislative corrections ombudsman; to prescribe the powers and duties of the office, the ombudsman, the legislative council, and the department of corrections; and to provide remedies from administrative acts,” by amending sections 1, 4, 5, 7, 11, 12, 13, and 14 (MCL 4.351, 4.354, 4.355, 4.357, 4.361, 4.362, 4.363, and 4.364), sections 1 and 7 as amended by 1998 PA 318, sections 4, 5, and 13 as amended by 2018 PA 571, section 11 as amended by 1995 PA 197, and section 12 as amended by 1982 PA 170.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Chang Johnson Outman Wojno
Cherry
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 157, entitled
A bill to regulate pet cemeteries; to regulate the sale of pet cemetery merchandise and services; to provide for the powers and duties of certain local governmental officers and entities; and to prescribe penalties and remedies.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Bumstead Huizenga Nesbitt Victory
Daley Johnson Outman Webber
Damoose Lauwers
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 229, entitled
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled “General sales tax act,” by amending section 2d (MCL 205.52d), as added by 2019 PA 143.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
Senator Singh moved that the Senate proceed to consideration of the following bill:
Senate Bill No. 285
The motion prevailed.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 285, entitled
A bill to amend 1846 RS 83, entitled “Of marriage and the solemnization thereof,” by amending section 7 (MCL 551.7), as amended by 2014 PA 278.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
Protest
Senator Daley, under his constitutional right of protest (Art. 4, Sec. 18), protested against the passage of Senate Bill No. 285.
Senator Daley’s statement is as follows:
I believe this legislation represents another blow to the sanctity of marriage, an institution which has already taken a beating in recent years. Allowing just anybody to officiate a wedding will further weaken what should be a very serious undertaking. I know supporters of this bill will point out that the current process to become a minister is nothing more than a formality. I respond that, rather than encouraging couples to think even less about their officiant, we should be empowering them to be more thoughtful and intentional with their choices.
I would be glad to support legislation to require real training to become a wedding officiant, thus adding an extra layer of dignity and importance to the proceedings. This bill moves things in the wrong direction, and I encourage a “no” vote.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 286, entitled
A bill to amend 1887 PA 128, entitled “An act establishing the minimum ages for contracting marriages; to require a civil license in order to marry and its registration; to provide for the implementation of federal law; and to provide a penalty for the violation of this act,” by amending sections 1, 4, and 6 (MCL 551.101, 551.104, and 551.106).
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
Senator Klinefelt asked and was granted unanimous consent to make a statement and moved that the statement be printed in the Journal.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Klinefelt’s statement is as follows:
When I was engaged and getting ready to get married, my husband was stationed down in Louisiana, we were in Philadelphia, and we’re getting married at a military base in New Jersey. I met with the priest in New Jersey and my husband met with the priest down in Louisiana. The trained priest determined that I had no business getting married. We had to rush to find another priest to marry us. This year marks 40 years of marriage. I think the priest who was trained may not have gotten it right, No. 1. No. 2, when a couple gets to choose the person who is doing the ceremony that’s one of the most important things in their lives, they’re likely to choose somebody who knows a lot more than an absolute stranger as to whether or not those two should be getting married. That’s all I have.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 287, entitled
A bill to amend 1846 RS 83, entitled “Of marriage and the solemnization thereof,” by amending section 16 (MCL 551.16), as amended by 2006 PA 419.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Bellino Hoitenga Lindsey Theis
Daley Huizenga McBroom Victory
Damoose Johnson Outman
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 132, entitled
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” (MCL 206.1 to 206.847) by adding section 261.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Senator Singh moved that the rules be suspended and that the following bill, now on the order of Third Reading of Bills, be placed on its immediate passage:
Senate Bill No. 424
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Third Reading of Bills
Senator Singh moved that the Senate proceed to consideration of the following bill:
Senate Bill No. 424
The motion prevailed.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 424, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 295, entitled “Sex offenders registration act,” by amending sections 4, 5, and 8c (MCL 28.724, 28.725, and 28.728c), sections 4 and 5 as amended by 2020 PA 295 and section 8c as amended by 2011 PA 18.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Third Reading of Bills
Senator Singh moved that the Senate proceed to consideration of the following bills:
Senate Bill No. 216
Senate Bill No. 217
Senate Bill No. 106
Senate Bill No. 73
The motion prevailed.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 216, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending sections 303, 320a, 601c, 653a, and 907 (MCL 257.303, 257.320a, 257.601c, 257.653a, and 257.907), section 320a as amended by 2023 PA 39, section 601c as added by 2001 PA 103, section 653a as amended by 2018 PA 349, and section 907 as amended by 2024 PA 164, and by adding sections 79g and 79h; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Bumstead Hoitenga Lindsey Theis
Damoose
Excused—1
Geiss
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 217, entitled
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 12e of chapter XVII (MCL 777.12e), as amended by 2011 PA 59.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Senator Albert asked and was granted unanimous consent to make a statement and moved that the statement be printed in the Journal.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Albert’s statement is as follows:
I would like to thank the Senator from the 19th District for his willingness to work together on this bipartisan proposal to help improve the safety of those at the greatest risk on our roadways in Michigan.
The need for this legislation is glaringly apparent. While the overall number of traffic crashes and fatalities in Michigan declined slightly in 2023, the number of crashes involving vulnerable roadway users, such as bicyclists and pedestrians, increased by at least 10 percent, according to Michigan State Police statistics. This legislation includes a simplified and more comprehensive “move over” law to better protect everyone. The state’s “move over” law would apply any time to any vehicle that is pulled over with its lights flashing. I believe we need better enforcement of the “move over” law. A much-needed first step is to make it easier to understand, follow, and communicate publicly.
My involvement in this issue came as a result of a meeting with the family of Keagan Spencer, a young tow truck driver who was killed on the M-6 Highway in 2023. There have been many other tragic incidents across our state involving those at greater risk on the road—including law enforcement, bicyclists, pedestrians, and people just pulled over to try and change a tire. The Spencer family deserves a great deal of credit and thanks for raising awareness about the need for change related to traffic safety.
No single vote or single piece of legislation is going to magically make our roads perfectly safe. It will take a concerted effort from everyone to follow and enforce all of our traffic laws, including distracted driving and other laws, but this vote today is an important step in the right direction. I urge a “yes” vote on this legislation.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 106, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” (MCL 257.1 to 257.923) by adding section 811kk.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
Senator Polehanki asked and was granted unanimous consent to make a statement and moved that the statement be printed in the Journal.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Polehanki’s statement is as follows:
Senate Bill No. 106 would create a specialty fundraising license plate in collaboration with the Secretary of State and the Michigan Pet Alliance. Revenue from the sale of this license plate would fund two critical purposes: Free or low-cost spay and neuter services for low income pet owners and unowned community cats, and training and education programs for employees and volunteers working in Michigan’s animal shelters and rescue organizations.
Seven hundred letters of support from animal lovers across Michigan were recorded with the committee clerk, so this bill is not only popular, but it’s for a good cause. I hope we can all vote “yes” today on Senate Bill No. 106.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 73, entitled
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled “Michigan liquor control code of 1998,” by amending section 513 (MCL 436.1513), as amended by 2024 PA 115.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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The Senate was called to order by the Assistant President pro tempore, Senator Geiss.
During the recess, Senator Nesbitt entered the Senate Chamber.
By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of
Third Reading of Bills
Senator Singh moved that the Senate proceed to consideration of the following bill:
Senate Bill No. 288
The motion prevailed.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 288, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled “Open meetings act,” by amending section 8 (MCL 15.268), as amended by 2021 PA 166.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Geiss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 224, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending section 224 (MCL 750.224), as amended by 2006 PA 401.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
Senator Polehanki offered the following substitute:
Substitute (S-1).
The substitute was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Daley Johnson Nesbitt Victory
Damoose Lauwers
Excused—1
Outman
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Geiss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 225, entitled
A bill to amend 1927 PA 372, entitled “An act to regulate and license the selling, purchasing, possessing, and carrying of certain firearms, gas ejecting devices, and electro-muscular disruption devices; to prohibit the buying, selling, or carrying of certain firearms, gas ejecting devices, and electro-muscular disruption devices without a license or other authorization; to provide for the forfeiture of firearms and electro-muscular disruption devices under certain circumstances; to provide for penalties and remedies; to provide immunity from civil liability under certain circumstances; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies; to prohibit certain conduct against individuals who apply for or receive a license to carry a concealed pistol; to make appropriations; to prescribe certain conditions for the appropriations; and to repeal all acts and parts of acts inconsistent with this act,” by amending section 5o (MCL 28.425o), as amended by 2017 PA 95.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Daley Johnson Nesbitt Webber
Damoose
Excused—1
Outman
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Geiss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 226, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending section 234d (MCL 750.234d), as amended by 2024 PA 158.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Protests
Senator Bellino , under his constitutional right of protest (Art. 4, Sec. 18), protested against the passage of Senate Bill Nos. 225 and 226 and moved that the statement he made during the discussion of Senate Bill No. 225 be printed as his reasons for voting “no.”
The motion prevailed.
Senator Bellino’s statement is as follows:
By now, I shouldn’t be surprised by the constant attack on our Second Amendment rights, and I’m not. What does always surprise me is the Democrats’ repeated attempts to carve out special rules for lawmakers. As the saying goes: Rules for thee, not for me.
While the Governor and lawmakers have the privilege to be protected by armed officers—and even some of us on the floor carrying—here at the Capitol, law-abiding citizens are not granted that same right. Thankfully, there has never been an incident of gun violence in our State Capitol—never in our State Capitol. Sadly, that can’t be said about other so-called gun-free zones. That’s because criminals, intent on doing harm, don’t care about the law. Anyone brandishing a weapon in a threatening manner in our Capitol should be, and is, being held accountable by existing laws.
We should all be focusing our energy and resources on measures that continue making our communities safer. I urge a “no” vote on these bills.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 331, entitled
A bill to amend 1927 PA 372, entitled “An act to regulate and license the selling, purchasing, possessing, and carrying of certain firearms, gas ejecting devices, and electro-muscular disruption devices; to prohibit the buying, selling, or carrying of certain firearms, gas ejecting devices, and electro-muscular disruption devices without a license or other authorization; to provide for the forfeiture of firearms and electro-muscular disruption devices under certain circumstances; to provide for penalties and remedies; to provide immunity from civil liability under certain circumstances; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies; to prohibit certain conduct against individuals who apply for or receive a license to carry a concealed pistol; to make appropriations; to prescribe certain conditions for the appropriations; and to repeal all acts and parts of acts inconsistent with this act,” (MCL 28.421 to 28.435) by adding section 14c.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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If this law existed at the moment of our founding, America itself would not exist. That’s how anti-American this legislation is. I ask for a “no” vote.
Senator McMorrow asked and was granted unanimous consent to make statements and moved that the statements be printed in the Journal.
The motion prevailed.
Senator McMorrow’s first statement is as follows:
I would just like to correct a statement that was made from the previous speaker. The United States Supreme Court, even with its conservative majority, just ruled as recently as March of this year that such legislation to regulate so-called “ghost guns”—as you would any other firearm by requiring serial numbers—is in fact constitutional.
Senator McMorrow’s second statement is as follows:
I would also like to make an observation that at the founding of our country, AR-15s also did not exist.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 332, entitled
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 11b of chapter XVII (MCL 777.11b), as amended by 2023 PA 22.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Protests
Senator Runestad , under his constitutional right of protest (Art. 4, Sec. 18), protested against the passage of Senate Bill Nos. 331 and 332 and moved that the statement he made during the discussion of Senate Bill No. 331 be printed as his reasons for voting “no.”
The motion prevailed.
Senator Runestad’s statement is as follows:
These bills are a misguided attempt to regulate so-called “ghost guns,” but they ultimately punish responsible gun owners rather than address the root causes of gun violence. This legislation does nothing to stop black market firearms sales, reduce crime, or enhance public safety. Instead, it burdens law-abiding citizens with excessive regulation and fuels fear over the erosion of their Second Amendment rights.
Under this legislation, over a million firearms in Michigan would be rendered illegal overnight, forcing their owners into a costly bureaucratic reserialization process. This would not only create confusion and fear among hobbyists and collectors, but would also flood the already-overwhelmed public agencies with new administrative responsibilities. Michigan has millions of legal gun owners, yet this Democratic-led effort would impose firearm restrictions even more so than federal law, disregarding the constitutional rights of citizens. The role of the Legislature is to uphold and to defend these rights, not to undermine them in pursuit of a political agenda.
This legislation sets a dangerous precedent. It discourages lawful self-protection, criminalizes ordinary Michiganders, and overburdens our law enforcement agencies with enforcement duties unrelated to actual public safety. For these reasons, I will be voting “no” on Senate Bill Nos. 331 and 332, and strongly urge my colleagues to do the same.
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 4090, entitled
A bill to authorize the state administrative board to convey state-owned property in Wayne County; to prescribe conditions for the conveyance; to provide for powers and duties of state departments, agencies, and officers regarding the property; and to provide for disposition of revenue derived from the conveyance.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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5. Amend page 2, line 24, after “facility” by inserting “or place of religious worship”.
6. Amend page 2, line 26, after “services” by inserting “or because a place of religious worship is a place of religious worship”.
7. Amend page 5, line 1, after “a” by inserting “place of religious worship or a”.
The amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Senator Runestad offered the following amendment:
1. Amend page 2, line 6, after “means” by striking out the balance of the subdivision and inserting a colon and:
“( i ) Except as provided in subparagraph ( ii ) and subject to subparagraph ( iii ), to knowingly and intentionally engage in conduct that would place a reasonable individual in fear of imminent bodily harm to the individual’s self or to another individual, so long as such fear is objectively reasonable under the circumstances.
( ii ) Mere presence, verbal expression, or conduct protected under section 5 of article I of the state constitution of 1963 and the First Amendment to the Constitution of the United States does not, without more, constitute intimidation.
( iii ) This subsection must not be construed to prohibit constitutionally protected activity, including peaceful picketing or other expressive conduct, unless such activity is undertaken with the specific intent to place another individual in fear of imminent bodily harm.”.
The amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 155, entitled
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 13n of chapter XVII (MCL 777.13n), as amended by 2023 PA 63.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
Senator Runestad offered the following amendments:
1. Amend page 6, line 2, after “ to ” by inserting “ place of religious worship or ”.
2. Amend page 6, line 6, after “ to ” by inserting “ place of religious worship or ”.
3. Amend page 6, line 12, after “ to ” by inserting “ place of religious worship or ”.
4. Amend page 6, line 16, after “ to ” by inserting “ place of religious worship or ”.
The amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Senator Singh moved that the Senate proceed to consideration of the following bill:
Senate Bill No. 235
The motion prevailed.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 235, entitled
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” (MCL 206.1 to 206.847) by adding section 678.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
Senator Singh offered the following substitute:
Substitute (S-2).
The substitute was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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A bill to create a sustainable aviation fuel incentive program; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to provide for the certification of certain tax credits and incentives; and to prescribe penalties.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
Senator Bellino offered the following substitute:
Substitute (S-2).
The question being on the adoption of the substitute,
Senator Lindsey offered the following amendment to the substitute:
1. Amend page 2, line 27, after “biomass” by inserting “and that is not derived from a source facility that also sells to manufacturers of high fructose corn syrup”.
The amendment to the substitute was not adopted.
The question being on the adoption of the substitute,
The substitute was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Whereas, Millions of families that rely on the Earned Income Tax Credit will now have additional burdensome hurdles to receiving their benefits, hindering and stifling families from rising out of poverty; and
Whereas, The legislation seeks to eliminate or scale back resources for clean energy projects, undermining climate goals, exacerbating the effects of climate change, stifling innovation, and threatening progress toward a sustainable and environmentally secure future; and
Whereas, An independent analysis estimates that the congressional Republicans’ bill will raise the cost of energy prices for households and businesses by nearly seven percent by 2026, equating to approximately $110 for the average American household, nearly canceling out any benefit for working class families; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, That the members of this legislative body condemn the Trump Administration and congressional Republican’s support of the divisive “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” that raises costs for Michiganders, slashes Medicaid, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and the Women, Infants and Children program (WIC), adds burdensome hurdles to important tax relief measures for low‑income households, drives more families into poverty by giving tax cuts to the most wealthy households, and sets back progress on a clean energy future while increasing energy costs on Americans; and be it further
Resolved, That we urge members of Congress to reject this legislation in its entirety, and to instead pursue policies that fully fund Medicaid, SNAP, and WIC, protect vulnerable communities, expand access to healthcare, promote clean energy, and ensure a fair and equitable tax system for all Americans; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the President of the United States, the President of the United States Senate, the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, and the members of the Michigan congressional delegation.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The President pro tempore, Senator Moss, assumed the Chair.
The Assistant President pro tempore, Senator Geiss, resumed the Chair.
Senator Singh requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The resolution was adopted, a majority of the members voting therefor, as follows:


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Senate Bill No. 54
Senate Bill No. 319
The motion prevailed.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 46, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 399, entitled “Safe drinking water act,” by amending sections 2, 3, and 15 (MCL 325.1002, 325.1003, and 325.1015), section 2 as amended by 1998 PA 56 and section 15 as amended by 1993 PA 165.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
Senator Irwin offered the following substitute:
Substitute (S-2).
The substitute was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Bellino Hauck Lauwers Outman
Bumstead Hoitenga Nesbitt Theis
Daley
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 266, entitled
A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled “The social welfare act,” (MCL 400.1 to 400.119b) by adding section 112 l .
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Cherry Johnson Outman
Nays—2
Albert Theis
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 269, entitled
A bill to amend 1945 PA 327, entitled “Aeronautics code of the state of Michigan,” by amending section 135 (MCL 259.135), as amended by 1982 PA 466.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Chang Johnson Outman Wojno
Cherry
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 158, entitled
A bill to regulate the online sale of tickets for entertainment events; and to prohibit the use of a bot to make certain purchases for tickets for entertainment events.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Chang Irwin Nesbitt Wojno
Nays—1
Runestad
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 159, entitled
A bill to provide for certain investigations for violating the event online ticket sales act; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and departments; and to prescribe civil sanctions and provide certain remedies.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Chang Irwin Nesbitt Wojno
Nays—1
Runestad
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 54, entitled
A bill to amend 2023 PA 10, entitled “An act to require prevailing wages and fringe benefits on state projects; to establish the requirements and responsibilities of contracting agents and bidders; to make appropriations for the implementation of this act; and to prescribe penalties,” by amending section 9 (MCL 408.1109).
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Nays—5
Bellino Damoose Johnson Runestad
Daley
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 319, entitled
A bill to amend 1947 PA 336, entitled “An act to prohibit strikes by certain public employees; to provide review from disciplinary action with respect thereto; to provide for the mediation of grievances and the holding of elections; to declare and protect the rights and privileges of public employees; to require certain provisions in collective bargaining agreements; to prescribe means of enforcement and penalties for the violation of the provisions of this act; and to make appropriations,” by amending sections 11 and 15 (MCL 423.211 and 423.215), section 15 as amended by 2023 PA 143.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Senator Singh moved that the Senate recess subject to the call of the Chair.
The motion prevailed, the time being 2:47 p.m.
3:01 p.m.
The Senate was called to order by the President pro tempore, Senator Moss.
Senator Singh moved that the Senate proceed to consideration of the following bill:
Senate Bill No. 69
The motion prevailed.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 69, entitled
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by adding section 6d.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Chang Irwin Outman Wojno
Nays—0
Excused—1
Klinefelt
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 70, entitled
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by adding section 115.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Chang Irwin Outman Wojno
Nays—0
Excused—1
Klinefelt
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 274, entitled
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by adding section 111.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Senate Bill No. 400
Senate Bill No. 401
Senate Bill No. 402
Senate Bill No. 403
Senate Bill No. 404
Senate Bill No. 405
The motion prevailed.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 397, entitled
A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled “The social welfare act,” by amending section 109h (MCL 400.109h), as amended by 2022 PA 19.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Chang Irwin Outman Wojno
Nays—0
Excused—1
Klinefelt
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 399, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending section 7451 (MCL 333.7451), as added by 1988 PA 139.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Nays—3
Bellino Lauwers Nesbitt
Excused—1
Klinefelt
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 400, entitled
A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled “The insurance code of 1956,” (MCL 500.100 to 500.8302) by adding section 3406ww.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
Senator Irwin asked and was granted unanimous consent to make a statement and moved that the statement be printed in the Journal.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Irwin’s statement is as follows:
I just want to highlight this important moment as we discuss legislation to address the opioid crisis in our state. Opioids are killing our residents, they are eviscerating our communities, and this package is a real effort to address this important priority in our state. I just want to take a moment to thank all of my colleagues who voted in support of this because this is an important bipartisan priority. I hear a lot of talk on the Senate floor about how important it is that we reach out and help people who are suffering with addiction and substance abuse. For those members who have not been supporting this package, I would encourage you to look into your hearts, look into your communities, and see the people who are suffering from addiction and who need a hand up. Please, don’t turn your back on them again today.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 401, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending section 17744b (MCL 333.17744b), as amended by 2024 PA 232.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Nays—2
Lindsey Runestad
Excused—1
Klinefelt
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 402, entitled
A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled “The social welfare act,” by amending section 109 (MCL 400.109), as amended by 2024 PA 248.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Albert Hoitenga Runestad Theis
Bellino
Excused—1
Klinefelt
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 403, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 7333c.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Nays—2
Bumstead Runestad
Excused—1
Klinefelt
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 404, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” by amending section 1178 (MCL 380.1178), as amended by 2020 PA 320, and by adding section 1179c.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Albert Bumstead Lindsey McBroom
Bellino Hoitenga
Excused—1
Klinefelt
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 405, entitled
A bill to amend 2019 PA 39, entitled “Administration of opioid antagonists act,” by amending section 101 (MCL 15.671).
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:


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Nays—4
Albert Bellino Bumstead Hoitenga
Excused—1
Klinefelt
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Moss
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 414, entitled
A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled “The insurance code of 1956,” (MCL 500.100 to 500.8302) by adding section 3406ss.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows: