Rep. Whiteford moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Steven Johnson, having reserved the right to explain his protest against the passage of the bill, made
the following statement:
“Mr. Speaker and members of the House:
The piece of legislation is clearly unconstitutional and it is our duty as elected officials to uphold the
Constitution. Supporting this bill would be dereliction of duty.”
House Bill No. 4960, entitled
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled “Michigan liquor control code of 1998,” by amending section 107
(MCL 436.1107), as amended by 2001 PA 223.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as
follows: