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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, December 3, 2020 8:30 AM Room 519, House Office Building The House Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky. Absent: Reps. Calley, Cambensy. Excused: Reps. Calley, Cambensy. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the minutes from the September 23rd, 2020 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 714 before the committee: SB 714 (Sen. Victory) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 32312, 32312a, and 32510 (MCL 324.32312, 324.32312a, and 324.32510), section 32312 as amended by 2019 PA 84, section 32312a as added by 1997 PA 126, and section 32510 as added by 1995 PA 59, and by adding sections 32312c and 32517. Amber Vrooman, representing the Office of Senator Victory, testified in support of SB 714. Questions and discussion followed. Travis Boeskool, representing the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, testified in support of SB 714. The following person submitted a card in opposition to SB 714, but did not wish to speak: Joe Fedewa, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Representative Eisen moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to SB 714. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Eisen moved to refer Senate Bill No. 714 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 5-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen. Nays: Reps. Sowerby, Pohutsky. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 6321 before the committee: HB 6321 (Rep. Cherry) A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled "Freedom of information act," by amending section 13 (MCL 15.243), as amended by 2018 PA 68. Representative Cherry testified in support of HB 6321. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 6321, but did not wish to speak: Craig Brunet, representing the Department of Natural Resources. Representative Sowerby moved to refer House Bill No. 6321 to the Committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 6-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 6466 before the committee: HB 6466 (Rep. VanSingel) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 2150 (MCL 324.2150), as amended by 2012 PA 603. Representative VanSingel testified in support of HB 6466. Questions and discussion followed. Craig Brunet and Sharon Schafer, representing the Department of Natural Resources, testified in support of HB 6466. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 6466, but did not wish to speak: David Maturen, representing the Michigan Lakes and Streams Association.. Representative Wakeman moved to refer House Bill No. 6466 to the Committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 6316 before the committee: HB 6316 (Rep. Albert) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 43527a (MCL 324.43527a), as added by 2013 PA 108, and by adding section 43540f. Representative Albert testified in support of HB 6316. Questions and discussion followed. Craig Brunet and Dwayne Etter, representing the Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Division, testified in opposition to HB 6316. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 6316, but did not wish to speak: Kelly Turner, representing the Potato Growers of Michigan. Andrew Vermeecsh, representing the Farm Bureau. Representative Wakeman moved to excuse Representatives Calley and Cambensy from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Gary Howell adjourned the meeting at 9:27 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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2020-12-03
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, September 23, 2020 10:30 AM Room 519, House Office Building The House Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Cambensy moved to adopt the minutes from the September 15th, 2020 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5829 before the committee: HB 5829 (Rep. Cambensy) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 1905 (MCL 324.1905), as amended by 2012 PA 619. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5829, but did not wish to speak: Deena Bosworth, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. The Chair laid HB 5762 before the committee: HB 5762 (Rep. Griffin) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 5301, 5403, 5405, and 5406 (MCL 324.5301, 324.5403, 324.5405, and 324.5406), section 5301 as amended by 2012 PA 560, sections 5403 and 5405 as added by 1997 PA 26, and section 5406 as amended by 2012 PA 561. Representative Griffin testified in support of HB 5762. Representative Cambensy offered the following amendment to HB 5762: 1. Amend page 9, following line 11, by inserting: "(f) Assurances that at least 50% of the labor force to be used on the project resides within 100 miles of the planning area boundaries of the project.". Representative Cambensy moved to adopt the amendment to HB 5762. The motion did not prevail 3-6-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen. Pass: None. Representative Cambensy offered the following amendment to HB 5762: 1. Amend page 9, following line 11, by inserting: "(f) Identification of contractors and subcontractors that may be used on the project. Any contractor or subcontractor identified under this subdivision must be registered with the United States Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship.". Representative Cambensy moved to adopt the amendment to HB 5762. The motion did not prevail 3-6-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen. Pass: None. Representative Cambensy offered the following amendment to HB 5762: 1. Amend page 12, following line 1, by inserting: "(f) A demonstration that at the public hearing all alternative funding mechanisms were discussed and the reason or reasons for the rejection of the alternative funding mechanisms was given.". Representative Cambensy moved to adopt the amendment to HB 5762. The motion did not prevail 3-6-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen. Pass: None. Representative Eisen moved to refer House Bill No. 5762 to the Committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 7-1-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: Rep. Cambensy. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5762, but did not wish to speak: John LaMacchia, representing the Michigan Municipal League. Mike Compagnoni, representing the American Water Works Association, Michigan Section. Mike Compagnoni, representing the Michigan Water Environment Association. Tom Frazier, representing the Michigan Townships Association. The Chair laid SB 1080 before the committee: SB 1080 (Sen. Outman) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 30705 (MCL 324.30705), as amended by 2002 PA 215. Stacy Hissong, representing the Michigan Association of Counties, testified in support of SB 1080. Questions and discussion followed. Nick Plescia, representing the Office of Senator Outman, testified in support of SB 1080. Joseph Colaianne, representing the Clark Hill, testified in support of SB 1080. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 1080, but did not wish to speak: Nicki Polan, representing the Michigan Boating Industries Association. Dave Kepler, representing Four Lakes Task Force. Veronica Horn, representing the Saginaw County Chamber of Commerce. Ryan Tarrant, representing the Bay County Area Chamber of Commerce. Diane Middleton, representing the Midland Business Alliance. Great Lakes Bay Regional Alliance. Travis Boeskool, representing the Department of Environment, Great Lakes & Energy. Jeff Stoutenburg, representing the Dow ChemicalOW. Representative Wakeman moved to refer Senate Bill No. 1080 to the Committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5485 before the committee: HB 5485 (Rep. O'Malley) A bill to create the flooding and soil erosion task force within the department of natural resources and to prescribe its powers and duties; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state departments and officers. Representative O'Malley testified in support of HB 5485. Questions and discussion followed. Travis Boeskool and Theresa Seidel, representing the Department of Environment, Great Lakes & Energy, testified in opposition to HB 5485. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5485, but did not wish to speak: Kirstie Sieloff, representing Traverse Connect. Kirstie Sieloff, representing the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance. Tom Frazier, representing the Michigan Townships Association. Deena Bosworth, representing the Michigan Association of County Drain Commissioners. Deena Bosworth, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting at 11:13 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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2020-09-23
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, September 15, 2020 3:00 PM Room 519, House Office Building The House Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the minutes from the June 24th, 2020 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5132 before the committee: HB 5132 (Rep. Albert) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 48703 and 48711 (MCL 324.48703 and 324.48711), as amended by 2018 PA 529, and by adding section 48703b. Representative Eisen moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5132. The motion prevailed 9-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Albert testified in support of HB 5132. Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in opposition to HB 5132. Representative Eisen moved to refer House Bill No. 5132 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 7-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Cambensy. Nays: Reps. Sowerby, Pohutsky. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5552 before the committee: HB 5552 (Rep. Alexander) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 48729 (MCL 324.48729), as amended by 2018 PA 643. Representative Alexander testified in support of HB 5552. Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified with a neutral position on HB 5552. Representative Wakeman moved to refer House Bill No. 5552 to the Committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 7-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Cambensy. Nays: Reps. Sowerby, Pohutsky. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5762 before the committee: HB 5762 (Rep. Griffin) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 5301, 5403, 5405, and 5406 (MCL 324.5301, 324.5403, 324.5405, and 324.5406), section 5301 as amended by 2012 PA 560, sections 5403 and 5405 as added by 1997 PA 26, and section 5406 as amended by 2012 PA 561. Representative Griffin testified in support of HB 5762. Mandy Sheposh and Rami Haddad, representing Johnson Controls, Inc., testified in support of HB 5762. Questions and discussion followed. Travis Boeskool and Amy Epkey, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes & Energy, testified with a neutral position on HB 5762. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5762, but did not wish to speak: Charlotte Jameson, representing the MI Environmental Council. Joe Fedewa, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. The Chair laid HB 5829 before the committee: HB 5829 (Rep. Cambensy) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 1905 (MCL 324.1905), as amended by 2012 PA 619. Representative Cambensy testified in support of HB 5829. Questions and discussion followed. Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in opposition to HB 5829. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting at 5:32 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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2020-09-15
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, June 24, 2020 10:30 AM Room 521, House Office Building The House Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the minutes from the June 16th, 2020 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817 before the committee: HB 5812 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11502, 11503, 11504, 11505, 11506, 11507, 11507a, and 11508 (MCL 324.11502, 324.11503, 324.11504, 324.11505, 324.11506, 324.11507, 324.11507a, and 324.11508), and by designating sections 11502 to 11508 as subpart 1. HB 5813 (Rep. Sowerby) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11509, 11510, 11511, 11511a, 11511b, 11512, 11513, 11514, 11514b, 11515, 11516, 11517, 11518, 11519, 11519b, and 11521b (MCL 324.11509, 324.11510, 324.11511, 324.11511a, 324.11511b, 324.11512, 324.11513, 324.11514, 324.11514b, 324.11515, 324.11516, 324.11517, 324.11518, 324.11519, 324.11519b, and 324.11521b), by designating sections 11509 to 11519b as subpart 2 and section 11521b as subpart 3, and by adding sections 11512b, 11512d, 11512f, and 11512h; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 5814 (Rep. Rabhi) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11523, 11523a, 11523b, 11525, 11525a, and 11525b (MCL 324.11523, 324.11523a, 324.11523b, 324.11525, 324.11525a, and 324.11525b), by designating sections 11523 to 11525f as subpart 4, and by adding sections 11525d and 11525f. HB 5815 (Rep. O'Malley) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11526, 11526a, 11527, 11528, 11531, 11532, 11533, 11539, 11540, 11541, 11546, 11549, 11550, and 11553 (MCL 324.11526, 324.11526a, 324.11527, 324.11528, 324.11531, 324.11532, 324.11533, 324.11539, 324.11540, 324.11541, 324.11546, 324.11549, 324.11550, and 324.11553), section 11526 as amended by 2004 PA 43, section 11526a as added by 2004 PA 40, sections 11528, 11539, and 11550 as amended by 2018 PA 640, section 11533 as amended by 2004 PA 44, section 11541 as amended by 1996 PA 358, section 11546 as amended by 2006 PA 56, section 11549 as amended by 2006 PA 58, and section 11553 as added by 2014 PA 178, and by designating sections 11526 to 11533 as subpart 5, sections 11539 to 11541 as subpart 6, sections 11546 to 11549 as subpart 7, section 11550 as subpart 8, section 11553 as subpart 9; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 5816 (Rep. VanSingel) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding subpart 10. HB 5817 (Rep. Tate) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding subpart 11. Horst Schmidt, representing the Upper Peninsula Environmental Coalition, testified in support of HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817. Representative Sowerby moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5812. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Sowerby moved to refer House Bill No. 5812 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. Representative Calley moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5813. The motion prevailed 9- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Sowerby moved to refer House Bill No. 5813 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. Representative Rendon moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5814. The motion prevailed 9- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Sowerby moved to refer House Bill No. 5814 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5815. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Wakeman moved to refer House Bill No. 5815 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. Representative Rendon moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5816. The motion prevailed 9- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Calley moved to refer House Bill No. 5816 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 8-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. Representative Pohutsky moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5817. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Sowerby moved to refer House Bill No. 5817 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Reps. Reilly, Rendon. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817, but did not wish to speak: Lisa Patrell. The Chair laid HR 282 before the committee: HR 282 (Rep. Markkanen) A resolution to support the timely issuing of permits for the construction of the Great Lakes Tunnel Project and to support the private investment and employment opportunities afforded by the project. Representative Markkanen testified in support of HR 282. Questions and discussion followed. Jane Tomaszewski, representing the Michigan Propane Gas Association/ Crystal Flash, testified in support of HR 282. Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters, testified in opposition to HR 282. Mike Corrigan, representing the Michigan Propane Gas Association/ Corrigan Oil Company, testified in support of HR 282. Wayne Kohley, representing the Michigan Propane Gas Association/ Excel Propane Company, testified in support of HR 282. Beth Wallace, representing the Great Lakes Freshwater Campaigns Manager, National Wildlife Federation, testified in opposition to HR 282. Jennifer McKay, representing the Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council, testified in opposition to HR 282. Jason Geer, representing the Michigan Oil & Gas Association, testified in support of HR 282. Sean McBrearty, representing the Clean Water Action, testified in opposition to HR 282. Questions and discussion followed. Jon Byrd, representing the Michigan Laborers' District Council, testified in support of HR 282. Katie Barglind, representing the Women in Construction, testified in support of HR 282. Daryl Gallant, representing the Michigan Laborers Training and Apprenticeship Institute, testified in support of HR 282. Lee Graham, representing the Operating Engineers Local 324, testified in support of HR 282. Justin Pomerville, representing the UA Local 85 Michigan Pipe Trades, testified in support of HR 282. Questions and discussion followed. Lisa Patrell, representing the Washtenaw 350, testified in opposition to HR 282. The following person submitted a card in support of HR 282, but due to the time constraints was unable to speak: John Dulmes, representing the Michigan Chemistry Council. The following people submitted a card in support of HR 282, but did not wish to speak: Jeremy Garza, representing the Michigan Pipe Trades Association. Mark Griffin, representing the Michigan Petroleum Association. Dave Greco, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HR 282, but did not wish to speak: Sean Hammond, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. Representative Wakeman moved to report out HR 282 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Cambensy. Nays: Reps. Sowerby, Pohutsky. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting at 12:25 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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2020-06-24
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, June 16, 2020 2:01 PM Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol Building The House Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Rendon moved to adopt the minutes from the June 9th, 2020 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817 before the committee: HB 5812 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11502, 11503, 11504, 11505, 11506, 11507, 11507a, and 11508 (MCL 324.11502, 324.11503, 324.11504, 324.11505, 324.11506, 324.11507, 324.11507a, and 324.11508), and by designating sections 11502 to 11508 as subpart 1. HB 5813 (Rep. Sowerby) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11509, 11510, 11511, 11511a, 11511b, 11512, 11513, 11514, 11514b, 11515, 11516, 11517, 11518, 11519, 11519b, and 11521b (MCL 324.11509, 324.11510, 324.11511, 324.11511a, 324.11511b, 324.11512, 324.11513, 324.11514, 324.11514b, 324.11515, 324.11516, 324.11517, 324.11518, 324.11519, 324.11519b, and 324.11521b), by designating sections 11509 to 11519b as subpart 2 and section 11521b as subpart 3, and by adding sections 11512b, 11512d, 11512f, and 11512h; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 5814 (Rep. Rabhi) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11523, 11523a, 11523b, 11525, 11525a, and 11525b (MCL 324.11523, 324.11523a, 324.11523b, 324.11525, 324.11525a, and 324.11525b), by designating sections 11523 to 11525f as subpart 4, and by adding sections 11525d and 11525f. HB 5815 (Rep. O'Malley) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11526, 11526a, 11527, 11528, 11531, 11532, 11533, 11539, 11540, 11541, 11546, 11549, 11550, and 11553 (MCL 324.11526, 324.11526a, 324.11527, 324.11528, 324.11531, 324.11532, 324.11533, 324.11539, 324.11540, 324.11541, 324.11546, 324.11549, 324.11550, and 324.11553), section 11526 as amended by 2004 PA 43, section 11526a as added by 2004 PA 40, sections 11528, 11539, and 11550 as amended by 2018 PA 640, section 11533 as amended by 2004 PA 44, section 11541 as amended by 1996 PA 358, section 11546 as amended by 2006 PA 56, section 11549 as amended by 2006 PA 58, and section 11553 as added by 2014 PA 178, and by designating sections 11526 to 11533 as subpart 5, sections 11539 to 11541 as subpart 6, sections 11546 to 11549 as subpart 7, section 11550 as subpart 8, section 11553 as subpart 9; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 5816 (Rep. VanSingel) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding subpart 10. HB 5817 (Rep. Tate) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding subpart 11. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817, but did not wish to speak: Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club. Amy Trotter, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs. Derek Bajema, representing the Michigan Soft Drink Association. Bill Perkins, representing the Leelanau County Solid Waste Board. Dr. Kirk Heinze, representing the MSU College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Gary Melow, representing Michigan Biomass. Bill Whitley, representing the Michigan Composting Council, testified in support of HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817. Andrew Hackman, representing AMERIPEN- American Institute for Packaging and the Environment, testified in support of HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817. Joe Fedewa, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters, testified in support of HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817. Dan Schoonmaker, representing the West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum, testified in support of HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817. Bernie Sheff, representing the American Biogas Council, testified in support of HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817. Sean Hammond, representing the Michigan Environmental Council, testified in support of HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817 and with a neutral position on 5814. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting at 2:59 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, June 9, 2020 12:15 PM Room 519, House Office Building The House Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the minutes from the June 2nd, 2020 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817 before the committee: HB 5812 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11502, 11503, 11504, 11505, 11506, 11507, 11507a, and 11508 (MCL 324.11502, 324.11503, 324.11504, 324.11505, 324.11506, 324.11507, 324.11507a, and 324.11508), and by designating sections 11502 to 11508 as subpart 1. HB 5813 (Rep. Sowerby) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11509, 11510, 11511, 11511a, 11511b, 11512, 11513, 11514, 11514b, 11515, 11516, 11517, 11518, 11519, 11519b, and 11521b (MCL 324.11509, 324.11510, 324.11511, 324.11511a, 324.11511b, 324.11512, 324.11513, 324.11514, 324.11514b, 324.11515, 324.11516, 324.11517, 324.11518, 324.11519, 324.11519b, and 324.11521b), by designating sections 11509 to 11519b as subpart 2 and section 11521b as subpart 3, and by adding sections 11512b, 11512d, 11512f, and 11512h; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 5814 (Rep. Rabhi) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11523, 11523a, 11523b, 11525, 11525a, and 11525b (MCL 324.11523, 324.11523a, 324.11523b, 324.11525, 324.11525a, and 324.11525b), by designating sections 11523 to 11525f as subpart 4, and by adding sections 11525d and 11525f. HB 5815 (Rep. O'Malley) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11526, 11526a, 11527, 11528, 11531, 11532, 11533, 11539, 11540, 11541, 11546, 11549, 11550, and 11553 (MCL 324.11526, 324.11526a, 324.11527, 324.11528, 324.11531, 324.11532, 324.11533, 324.11539, 324.11540, 324.11541, 324.11546, 324.11549, 324.11550, and 324.11553), section 11526 as amended by 2004 PA 43, section 11526a as added by 2004 PA 40, sections 11528, 11539, and 11550 as amended by 2018 PA 640, section 11533 as amended by 2004 PA 44, section 11541 as amended by 1996 PA 358, section 11546 as amended by 2006 PA 56, section 11549 as amended by 2006 PA 58, and section 11553 as added by 2014 PA 178, and by designating sections 11526 to 11533 as subpart 5, sections 11539 to 11541 as subpart 6, sections 11546 to 11549 as subpart 7, section 11550 as subpart 8, section 11553 as subpart 9; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 5816 (Rep. VanSingel) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding subpart 10. HB 5817 (Rep. Tate) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding subpart 11. John Dulmes, representing the Michigan Chemistry Council, testified in support of HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817. Questions and discussion followed. Prapti Muhari, representing the American Chemistry Council, testified in support of HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817. Questions and discussion followed. Tom Frazier, representing the Michigan Townships Association, testified in support of HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817. Questions and discussion followed. Bob Nix, the Northville Township Supervisor, testified in support of HB 5817. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 5551 before the committee: HB 5551 (Rep. Alexander) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 82133 (MCL 324.82133), as added by 1995 PA 58. Representative Alexander testified in support of HB 5551. Otis R Diamond Jr. testified in support of HB 5551. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5551, but did not wish to speak: Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Representative Wakeman moved to refer House Bill No. 5551 to the Committee on Judiciary. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5552 before the committee: HB 5552 (Rep. Alexander) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 48729 (MCL 324.48729), as amended by 2018 PA 643. Representative Alexander testified in support of HB 5552. Tom Knutson testified in support of HB 5552. Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in opposition to HB 5552. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 1:28 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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2020-06-09
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, June 2, 2020 10:30 AM Room 521, House Office Building The House Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by the Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Rendon moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 27, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid the presentation by the Michigan Recycling Coalition before the committee: Kerrin O'Brien, representing the Michigan Recycling Coalition, gave the presentation. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817 before the committee: HB 5812 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11502, 11503, 11504, 11505, 11506, 11507, 11507a, and 11508 (MCL 324.11502, 324.11503, 324.11504, 324.11505, 324.11506, 324.11507, 324.11507a, and 324.11508), and by designating sections 11502 to 11508 as subpart 1. HB 5813 (Rep. Sowerby) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11509, 11510, 11511, 11511a, 11511b, 11512, 11513, 11514, 11514b, 11515, 11516, 11517, 11518, 11519, 11519b, and 11521b (MCL 324.11509, 324.11510, 324.11511, 324.11511a, 324.11511b, 324.11512, 324.11513, 324.11514, 324.11514b, 324.11515, 324.11516, 324.11517, 324.11518, 324.11519, 324.11519b, and 324.11521b), by designating sections 11509 to 11519b as subpart 2 and section 11521b as subpart 3, and by adding sections 11512b, 11512d, 11512f, and 11512h; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 5814 (Rep. Rabhi) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11523, 11523a, 11523b, 11525, 11525a, and 11525b (MCL 324.11523, 324.11523a, 324.11523b, 324.11525, 324.11525a, and 324.11525b), by designating sections 11523 to 11525f as subpart 4, and by adding sections 11525d and 11525f. HB 5815 (Rep. O'Malley) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11526, 11526a, 11527, 11528, 11531, 11532, 11533, 11539, 11540, 11541, 11546, 11549, 11550, and 11553 (MCL 324.11526, 324.11526a, 324.11527, 324.11528, 324.11531, 324.11532, 324.11533, 324.11539, 324.11540, 324.11541, 324.11546, 324.11549, 324.11550, and 324.11553), section 11526 as amended by 2004 PA 43, section 11526a as added by 2004 PA 40, sections 11528, 11539, and 11550 as amended by 2018 PA 640, section 11533 as amended by 2004 PA 44, section 11541 as amended by 1996 PA 358, section 11546 as amended by 2006 PA 56, section 11549 as amended by 2006 PA 58, and section 11553 as added by 2014 PA 178, and by designating sections 11526 to 11533 as subpart 5, sections 11539 to 11541 as subpart 6, sections 11546 to 11549 as subpart 7, section 11550 as subpart 8, section 11553 as subpart 9; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 5816 (Rep. VanSingel) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding subpart 10. HB 5817 (Rep. Tate) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding subpart 11. Chairman Howell handed the gavel over to Representative Calley at 11:03 am. Representative Howell testified in support of HB 5812. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Sowerby testified in support of HB 5813. Questions and discussion followed. Chairman Howell took the gavel back at 11:17 am. Representative Rabhi testified in support of HB 5814. Representative O'Malley testified in support of HB 5815. Representative Tate testified in support of HB 5817. Representative Wakeman moved to refer House Bill No. 5777 to the Committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Liz Browne, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy Materials Management Division, testified in support of HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817. Questions and discussion followed. Kevin Kendall, Tanisha Sanders and Eric Schafer, representing the Michigan Waste and Recycling Association, testified with no position on HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817. Kevin Kendall, Tanisha Sanders and Eric Schafer, representing the Michigan Waste and Recycling Association, testified with no position on HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817. At 11:59 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Sean Hammond, representing the Michigan Environmental Council The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5814, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Sean Hammond, representing the Michigan Environmental Council The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Bill Lievense, representing the Foundry Association of Michigan The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5812 and HB 5816, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Gary Melow, representing the Michigan Biomass The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815, HB 5816 and HB 5817, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Joe Fedewa, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters JD Lindberg, representing the Recycle.com The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5812, HB 5813, HB 5814, HB 5815 and HB 5816, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Andrew Hackman, representing the AMERIPEN Horst Schmidt, representing the Upper Peninsula Environmental Coalition At 1:58 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid HR 269 before the committee: HR 269 (Rep. Cole) A resolution to oppose the Natural Resources Commission's proposed policy change requiring orange coloring on each side of a hunting ground blind. Representative Cole testified in support of HR 269. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Rendon moved to report out HR 269 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Cambensy. Nays: Reps. Sowerby, Pohutsky. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting at 2:16 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: June 9, 2020
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, May 27, 2020 10:30 AM Room 521, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent/Excused: Rep. Calley. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the minutes from the March 10th, 2020 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5558, HB 5559 and HB 5560 before the committee: HB 5558 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding sections 43528c and 43528d. HB 5559 (Rep. Cherry) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding sections 48714a and 48714b. HB 5560 (Rep. Wakeman) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 40113a (MCL 324.40113a), as amended by 2016 PA 382. At 10:33 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:34 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5558. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Cherry testified in support of HB 5559 (H-1). Representative Sowerby moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5559. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in support of HB 5558 (H-1), HB 5559 (H-1) and HB 5560. Questions and discussion followed. Seth Herbst, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in support of HB 5558 (H-1), HB 5559 (H-1) and HB 5560. Questions and discussion followed. Amy Trotter, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs, testified in support of HB 5558 (H-1), HB 5559 (H-1) and HB 5560. Michael Pedigo, representing the Michigan Guides and Outfitters Association, testified in support of HB 5558 (H-1), HB 5559 (H-1) and HB 5560. Representative Eisen moved to refer House Bill No. 5558 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. Representative Sowerby moved to refer House Bill No. 5559 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. Representative Rendon moved to refer House Bill No. 5560 to the Committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 7-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5777 before the committee: HB 5777 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 2104, 2132, and 2165 (MCL 324.2104, 324.2132, and 324.2165), sections 2104 and 2132 as amended by 2018 PA 238 and section 2165 as added by 2018 PA 240. Chairman Howell testified in support of HB 5777. Amy Trotter, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs, testified in support of HB 5777. Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in support of HB 5777. The following people submitted a card with a support of HB 5777, but did not wish to speak: Michael Ruddock, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. Representative Wakeman moved to excuse Representative Calley from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting at 11:02 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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2020-05-27
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, March 10, 2020 12:00 PM Room 326, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent/Excused: None. Representative Cambensy moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 3, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5496 before the committee: HB 5496 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11503 and 11504 (MCL 324.11503 and 324.11504), as amended by 2018 PA 640. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5496. The motion prevailed 9- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Rendon moved to refer House Bill No. 5496 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5496(H-1), but did not wish to speak: Charlotte Jameson, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5496 (H-1), but did not wish to speak: Jack Schinderle & Sarah Howes, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes & Energy. Cathy Wilson, representing Consumers Energy. Winston Feeheley, representing DTE Energy. Jason Greer, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. The Chair laid SB 714 before the committee: SB 714 (Sen. Victory) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 32312, 32312a, and 32510 (MCL 324.32312, 324.32312a, and 324.32510), section 32312 as amended by 2019 PA 84, section 32312a as added by 1997 PA 126, and section 32510 as added by 1995 PA 59, and by adding sections 32312c and 32517. The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 714, but did not wish to speak: Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club. The Chair laid HB 5558, HB 5559 and HB 5560 before the committee: HB 5558 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding sections 43528c and 43528d. HB 5559 (Rep. Cherry) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding sections 48714a and 48714b. HB 5560 (Rep. Wakeman) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 40113a (MCL 324.40113a), as amended by 2016 PA 382. At 12:06 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 12:07 PM, Representative Julie Calley called the committee back to order. Chairman Howell testified in support of HB 5558, HB 5559 and HB 5560. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Cherry testified in support of HB 5558, HB 5559 and HB 5560. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Wakeman testified in support of HB 5558, HB 5559 and HB 5560. Questions and discussion followed. At 12:15 PM, Representative Julie Calley laid the committee at ease. At 12:16 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Amy Trotter, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs, testified in support of HB 5558, HB 5559 and HB 5560. Questions and discussion followed. Mike Thorman, representing the Michigan Hunting Dog Federation, testified in support of HB 5558, HB 5559 and HB 5560. Phil Hewitt, representing the Michigan Bear Hunters Association, testified in support of HB 5558, HB 5559 and HB 5560. Gary Morgan testified in support of HB 5558, HB 5559 and HB 5560. Questions and discussion followed. Dale Hendershot, representing the Michigan Trappers & Predator Callers, testified in support of HB 5558, HB 5559 and HB 5560. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5558, HB 5559 and HB 5560, but did not wish to speak: Kelly Hamilton, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting at 12:44 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, March 3, 2020 12:00 PM Room 326, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent/Excused: None. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the minutes from the February 25th, 2020 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5496 before the committee: HB 5496 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11503 and 11504 (MCL 324.11503 and 324.11504), as amended by 2018 PA 640. Chairman Howell handed the gavel over to Vice Chair Wakeman at 12:04 pm. Representative Howell testified in support of HB 5496. Vice Chair Wakeman handed the gavel back to Chairman Howell at 12:05 pm. Robert Lee, representing DTE Energy, testified in support of HB 5496. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5496, but did not wish to speak: James Clift & Margie Ring, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes & Energy. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5496, but did not wish to speak: Jason Geer, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. The Chair laid HB 5104 and HB 5105 before the committee: HB 5104 (Rep. Neeley) A bill to amend 1976 PA 399, entitled "Safe drinking water act," by amending the title and section 2 (MCL 325.1002), as amended by 1998 PA 56, and by adding sections 7a, 7b, 7c, and 7d. HB 5105 (Rep. Afendoulis) A bill to amend 1973 PA 116, entitled "An act to provide for the protection of children through the licensing and regulation of child care organizations; to provide for the establishment of standards of care for child care organizations; to prescribe powers and duties of certain departments of this state and adoption facilitators; to provide penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by amending the title and section 1 (MCL 722.111), the title as amended by 1997 PA 165 and section 1 as amended by 2018 PA 431, and by adding sections 3i, 3j, and 3k. Representative Love testified in support of HB 5104 and HB 5105. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Afendoulis testified in support of HB 5104 and HB 5105. Questions and discussion followed. Charlotte Jameson, representing the Michigan Environmental Council, testified in support of HB 5104 and HB 5105. Cyndi Roper, representing the Natural Resources Defense Council, testified in support of HB 5104 and HB 5105. Mara Herman, representing The Ecology Center, testified in support of HB 5104 and HB 5105. Abigail Dumes testified in support of HB 5104 and HB 5105. Elin Betanzo testified in support of HB 5104 and HB 5105. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5104 and HB 5105, but did not wish to speak: Kindra Weid, representing the Michigan Air Michigan Health. Rhonda Canner-Warren. Merissa Kovach, representing the ACLU. Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club. Alex Rossman, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Jennie Gies, representing the Michigan Nurses Association. Dave Hodgkins, representing the American Heart Association. There being no further business before the committee, Chairman Howell adjourned the meeting at 1:00 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, February 25, 2020 12:00 PM Room 326, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent/Excused: None. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 18, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 714 before the committee: SB 714 (Sen. Victory) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 32312, 32312a, and 32510 (MCL 324.32312, 324.32312a, and 324.32510), section 32312 as amended by 2019 PA 84, section 32312a as added by 1997 PA 126, and section 32510 as added by 1995 PA 59, and by adding sections 32312c and 32517. Guy Meadows, representing Michigan Technological University, testified with no position on SB 714. Questions and discussion followed. James Clift & Jerrod Sanders, representing Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes & Energy, testified in opposition to SB 714. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting at 1:00 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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2020-02-25
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, February 18, 2020 12:00 PM Room 326, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent/Excused: None. Representative Rendon moved to adopt the minutes from the February 11th , 2020 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5463 before the committee: HB 5463 (Rep. Lilly) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 80110 and 80112 (MCL 324.80110 and 324.80112), as amended by 2006 PA 237, and by adding section 80112a. Representative Lilly testified in support of HB 5463 (H-1). Questions and discussion followed. Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in support of HB 5463 (H-1). Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5463 (H-1), but did not wish to speak: Nicki Polan, representing the Michigan Boating Industries Association. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5463 (H-1), but did not wish to speak: Herasanna Richards, representing the Michigan Municipal League. Representative Pohutsky moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5463. The motion prevailed 9-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Calley moved to refer House Bill No. 5463 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid SB 714 before the committee: SB 714 (Sen. Victory) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 32312, 32312a, and 32510 (MCL 324.32312, 324.32312a, and 324.32510), section 32312 as amended by 2019 PA 84, section 32312a as added by 1997 PA 126, and section 32510 as added by 1995 PA 59, and by adding sections 32312c and 32517. Amber Vroman, representing Senator Victory's Office, testified in support of SB 714. Questions and discussion followed. Pam Stille testified in support of SB 714. Questions and discussion followed. Ron Wilson, representing the Great Lakes Coalition, testified in support of SB 714. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 714, but did not wish to speak: Dave Worthams, representing the Michigan Bankers Association. The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 714, but did not wish to speak: Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club. Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Tom Zimnicki, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 12:56 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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2020-02-18
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, February 11, 2020 12:00 PM Room 326, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent/Excused: None. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the minutes from the February 4th, 2020 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5333 before the committee: HB 5333 (Rep. Markkanen) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 50501, 50502, 50507, and 53503 (MCL 324.50501, 324.50502, 324.50507, and 324.53503), sections 50501 and 50502 as amended by 2004 PA 124 and section 50507 as amended and section 53503 as added by 2018 PA 116. Representative Rendon moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5333. The motion prevailed 9-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Calley moved to refer House Bill No. 5333 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5333 (H-1), but did not wish to speak: Gary Melow, representing Michigan Biomass. Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Denise Pallarito, representing the Michigan Association of Timbermen. The Chair laid HB 5401 and HB 5402 before the committee: HB 5401 (Rep. Eisen) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 80146 (MCL 324.80146), as amended by 2007 PA 8. HB 5402 (Rep. Eisen) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending sections 113, 8701, and 8703 (MCL 600.113, 600.8701, and 600.8703), section 113 as amended by 1996 PA 79, section 8701 as added by 1994 PA 12, and section 8703 as amended by 1996 PA 388. Substitute (H-1) was adopted to HB 5401 on February 4th, 2020. Substitute (H-1) was adopted to HB 5402 on February 4th, 2020. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5401 (H-1), HB 5402 (H-1), but did not wish to speak: Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Herasanna Richards, representing the Michigan Municipal League. Representative Eisen moved to refer House Bill No. 5401 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Eisen moved to refer House Bill No. 5402 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Jim Stewart and Nicki Polan, representing Michigan Boating Industries Association, testified in opposition to HB 5401 (H-1). Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 5463 before the committee: HB 5463 (Rep. Lilly) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 80110 and 80112 (MCL 324.80110 and 324.80112), as amended by 2006 PA 237, and by adding section 80112a. Representative Lilly testified in support of HB 5463. Craig Brunet and Lt. Tom Wanless, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in support of HB 5463. Jim Stewart, representing the Michigan Boating Industries Association, testified in opposition to HB 5463. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5463, but did not wish to speak: Tom Frazier, representing the Michigan Townships Association. The Chair laid a presentation by the Michigan Association of Timbermen before the committee: Denise Pallarito, representing the Michigan Association of Timbermen, gave the presentation. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 12:44 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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2020-02-11
Meeting id
meeting-2344
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, February 4, 2020 12:00 PM Room 326, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent/Excused: None. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the minutes from the January 28th, 2020 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5401 before the committee: HB 5401 (Rep. Eisen) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 80146 (MCL 324.80146), as amended by 2007 PA 8. Representative Eisen moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5401. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5402 before the committee: HB 5402 (Rep. Eisen) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending sections 113, 8701, and 8703 (MCL 600.113, 600.8701, and 600.8703), section 113 as amended by 1996 PA 79, section 8701 as added by 1994 PA 12, and section 8703 as amended by 1996 PA 388. Representative Eisen moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5402. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5333 before the committee: HB 5333 (Rep. Markkanen) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 50501, 50502, 50507, and 53503 (MCL 324.50501, 324.50502, 324.50507, and 324.53503), sections 50501 and 50502 as amended by 2004 PA 124 and section 50507 as amended and section 53503 as added by 2018 PA 116. Representative Markkanen testified in support of HB 5333. Questions and discussion followed. Scott Robbins, representing the Michigan Forest Products Council, testified in support of HB 5333. Denise Pallarito, representing Michigan Association of Timbermen, testified in support of HB 5333. Craig Burnet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified with a neutral position on HB 5333. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5333, but did not wish to speak: Henry Schienebeck, representing the Great Lakes Timber Professionals Association. Scott Everett, representing the Lake States Lumber Association. The Chair laid the presentation by the United Deer Farmers of Michigan before the committee: Doug Roberts, representing the United Deer Farmers of Michigan, gave the presentation. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting at 12:53 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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2020-02-04
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, January 28, 2020 12:00 PM Room 326, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent/Excused: None. Representative Rendon moved to adopt the minutes from the January 21st, 2020 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5401 and HB 5402 before the committee: HB 5401 (Rep. Eisen) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 80146 (MCL 324.80146), as amended by 2007 PA 8. HB 5402 (Rep. Eisen) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending sections 113, 8701, and 8703 (MCL 600.113, 600.8701, and 600.8703), section 113 as amended by 1996 PA 79, section 8701 as added by 1994 PA 12, and section 8703 as amended by 1996 PA 388. Representative Eisen testified in support of HB 5401 and HB 5402. Questions and discussion followed. Artie Bryson, representing Clay Township, testified in support of HB 5401 and HB 5402. Questions and discussion followed. Pat Hohl, representing Hamburg Township, testified in support of HB 5401 and HB 5402. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5401 and HB 5402, but did not wish to speak: Moreno Taylor II, representing the Michigan Waterfront Alliance. Blaine Koops, representing the Michigan Sheriffs Association. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5401 and HB 5402, but did not wish to speak: Nicki Pokan, representing the Michigan Boating Industries Association. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5401, but did not wish to speak: Tom Frazier, representing the Michigan Townships Association. The Chair laid HCR 12 before the committee: HCR 12 (Rep. Howell) A concurrent resolution to oppose Canada's consideration of placing a permanent high-level radioactive waste storage site on the shores of Lake Huron, to urge the United States Congress to take every legal action possible to prevent the construction of any underground high-level nuclear waste repository in the Great Lakes basin, and to urge the Canadian government to prohibit a high-level nuclear waste repository anywhere in the Great Lakes basin. At 12:22 pm Chair Howell handed over the gavel to Vice Chair Wakeman. Representative Howell testified in support of HCR 12. Questions and discussion followed. Sean Hammond, representing Michigan Environmental Council, testified in support of HCR 12. Nick Occhipinti, representing Michigan League of Conservation Voters, testified in support of HCR 12. At 12:38 pm Vice Chair Wakeman handed the gavel back over to Chair Howell. The following people submitted a card in support of HCR 12, but did not wish to speak: Jennifer McKay, representing the Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council. Bryan Burroughs, representing the Trout Unlimited. Melissa Desimone, representing the Michigan Lakers & Streamers Association. Horst Schmidt, representing the Upper Peninsula Environmental Coalition. Crystal Davis, representing the Alliance for the Great Lakes. Charles Griffith, representing the Ecology Center. Matt Penniman, representing the League of Michigan Bicyclists. Amy Trotter, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs. Shannon Donley, representing the Michigan Democratic Party Environmental Caucus. Thomas Gilpin, representing the Michigan Sierra Club. Representative Wakeman moved to report out HCR 12 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 12:46 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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2020-01-28
Meeting id
meeting-2317
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, January 21, 2020 12:00 PM Room 326, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by the Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent/Excused: None. Representative Rendon moved to adopt the meeting minutes from January 14, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HR 154 before the committee: HR 154 (Rep. Johnson) A resolution to encourage the National Park Service to establish a moose tag lottery hunt to assist in controlling the moose population on Isle Royale. Representative Rendon moved to refer House Resolution No. 154 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 7-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Cambensy. Nays: Reps. Sowerby, Pohutsky. Pass: None. The Chair laid HR 157 before the committee: HR 157 (Rep. Tate) A resolution to memorialize the President and Congress of the United States to increase funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative to $475 million per year. Sarah Howes, representing Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes & Energy, testified in support of HR 157. Nick Occhipinti, representing MI League of Conservation Voters, testified in support of HR 157. Representative Sowerby moved to refer House Resolution No. 157 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 8-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4742, HB 4743, HB 4745, HB 4746, HB 4747, HB 4748, HB 4749 and HB 4750 before the committee: HB 4742 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1885 PA 152, entitled "An act to authorize the establishment of facilities for former members of the armed forces of the United States in the state of Michigan; to create funds; and to provide for the promulgation of rules," (MCL 36.1 to 36.12) by adding section 10b. HB 4743 (Rep. Tate) A bill to amend 2016 PA 560, entitled "Michigan veterans' facility authority act," (MCL 36.101 to 36.112) by adding section 6a. HB 4745 (Rep. Kahle) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 60108 (MCL 324.60108), as amended by 2011 PA 167. HB 4746 (Rep. Griffin) A bill to establish the Michigan PFAS action response team and provide for its powers and duties; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials. HB 4747 (Rep. Cherry) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 5478b. HB 4748 (Rep. Whiteford) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 5478a. HB 4749 (Rep. Afendoulis) A bill to amend 1976 PA 399, entitled "Safe drinking water act," by amending section 7 (MCL 325.1007), as amended by 1998 PA 56. HB 4750 (Rep. Kennedy) A bill to amend 1976 PA 399, entitled "Safe drinking water act," by amending section 21 (MCL 325.1021), as amended by 2006 PA 601, and by adding section 19d. Chair Howell handed the gavel over to Vice Chair Wakeman at 12:03 pm. Representative Howell testified in support of HB 4742. Representative Tate testified in support of HB 4743. Chair Howell took the gavel back at 12:07 pm. Representative Rendon moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4742. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4743. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Kahle testified in support of HB 4745 and (H-1). Representative Wakeman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4745. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Griffin testified in support of HB 4746 and (H-1). Representative Rendon moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4746. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Cherry testified in support of HB 4747 and (H-1). Representative Sowerby moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4747. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Whiteford testified in support of HB 4748 and (H-1). Representative Wakeman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4748. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Office of Representative Afendoulis testified in support of HB 4749 and (H-1). Representative Wakeman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4749. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Kennedy testified in support of HB 4750 and (H-1). Representative Wakeman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4750. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Sowerby offered the following amendment to HB 4750: 1. Amend page 2, line 12, after "to" by striking out "the tenant" and inserting "any tenants". 2. Amend page 2, line 14, after "(3)." by striking out the balance of the line through "change." on line 18. 3. Amend page 2, line 20, after "industry" by inserting "and suppliers of water". 4. Amend page 2, line 21, after "under" by striking out "subsection" and inserting "subsections (1) and". Representative Sowerby moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4750. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Sarah Howes, representing Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes & Energy, testified with no position of HB 4742, HB 4743, HB 4745, HB 4749 and HB 4750. Fred Schaible, representing Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, testified with no position of HB 4742 and HB 4743. Emily Schwarzkopf, representing Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, testified with no position of HB 4747 and HB 4748. Charlotte Jameson, representing Michigan Environmental Council, testified with no position of HB 4742, HB 4743, HB 4745, HB 4746, HB 4747, HB 4748, HB 4749 and HB 4750. The following people submitted a card with a support of HB 4750, but did not wish to speak: Julie Cassidy, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. The following people submitted a card with a support of HB 4747 and HB 4748, but did not wish to speak: Amy Zaagman, representing the MI Council for Maternal & Child Health. The following people submitted a card with a support of HB 4745, HB 4749 and HB 4750, but did not wish to speak: Nick Occhipinti, representing the MI League of Conservation Voters. The following people submitted a card with a support of HB 4746, but did not wish to speak: Michael Ruddock, representing the MI Association of Counties. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4748, but did not wish to speak: Rebecca Muenick, representing the Ecology Center. Representative Calley moved to refer House Bill No. 4742 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. Representative Sowerby moved to refer House Bill No. 4743 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. Representative Wakeman moved to refer House Bill No. 4745 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. Representative Rendon moved to refer House Bill No. 4746 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. Representative Sowerby moved to refer House Bill No. 4747 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. Representative Eisen moved to refer House Bill No. 4748 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. Representative Eisen moved to refer House Bill No. 4749 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. Representative Sowerby moved to refer House Bill No. 4750 as amended, as substitute (H-2). The vote was as follows: Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting at 12:39 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: January 28, 2020
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, January 14, 2020 12:00 PM Room 326, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent/Excused: Rep. Calley. Representative Cambensy moved to adopt the minutes from the December 10th, 2019 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HR 154 before the committee: HR 154 (Rep. Johnson) A resolution to encourage the National Park Service to establish a moose tag lottery hunt to assist in controlling the moose population on Isle Royale. Representative Johnson testified in support of HR 154. Questions and discussion followed. Amy Trotter, representing Michigan United Conservation Clubs, testified in support of HR 154. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HR 154, but did not wish to speak: Tim Minotas, representing the Michigan Sierra Club. Sean Hammond, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. The Chair laid HR 157 before the committee: HR 157 (Rep. Tate) A resolution to memorialize the President and Congress of the United States to increase funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative to $475 million per year. Representative Tate testified in support of HR 157. Questions and discussion followed. Marc Smith, representing the National Wildlife Federation, testified in support of HR 157. Amy Trotter, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs, testified in support of HR 157. The following people submitted a card in support of HR 157, but did not wish to speak: Sarah Howes, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes & Energy. Tim Minotas, representing the Michigan Sierra Club. Sean Hammond, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. Brad Williams, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber. Herasanna Richards, representing the Michigan Municipal League. Representative Wakeman moved to excuse Representative Calley from the meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 12:40 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, December 10, 2019 12:05 PM Room 326, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent/Excused: None. Representative Calley moved to adopt the minutes from the December 3rd, 2019 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5002, HB 5003 and HB 4740 before the committee: HB 5002 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 43532a (MCL 324.43532a), as amended by 2013 PA 246. HB 5003 (Rep. Brixie) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 43532 (MCL 324.43532), as amended by 2016 PA 463. HB 4740 (Rep. Miller) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 75102, 75103, and 75104 (MCL 324.75102, 324.75103, and 324.75104), section 75102 as amended by 2016 PA 11, section 75103 as added by 1995 PA 58, and section 75104 as amended by 2012 PA 251. Representative Cambensy moved to refer House Bill No. 5002 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Sowerby moved to refer House Bill No. 5003 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Wakeman moved to refer House Bill No. 4740 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4740, but did not wish to speak: Thomas Gilpin, representing the MI Sierra Club. The Chair laid HB 5114 before the committee: HB 5114 (Rep. Hoitenga) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 40116 (MCL 324.40116), as amended by 2016 PA 377. Representative Hoitenga testified in support of HB 5114. Questions and discussion followed. Craig Brunet, representing Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in opposition to HB 5114. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting at 12:24 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, December 3, 2019 12:02 PM Room 326, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent/Excused: None. Representative Rendon moved to adopt the meeting minutes from November 5, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4313 before the committee: HB 4313 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act,"(MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 43525c. Jim Smith representing Pheasants Forever, testified in support of HB 4313. Representative Rendon moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4313. The motion prevailed 9-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Wakeman moved to refer House Bill No. 4313 to the committee on Judiciary, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 7-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Reps. Reilly, Eisen. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5132, HB 5002, HB 5003 and HB 4740 before the committee: HB 5132 (Rep. Albert) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 48703 and 48711 (MCL 324.48703 and 324.48711), as amended by 2018 PA 529, and by adding section 48703b. HB 5002 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 43532a (MCL 324.43532a), as amended by 2013 PA 246. HB 5003 (Rep. Brixie) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 43532 (MCL 324.43532), as amended by 2016 PA 463. HB 4740 (Rep. Miller) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 75102, 75103, and 75104 (MCL 324.75102, 324.75103, and 324.75104), section 75102 as amended by 2016 PA 11, section 75103 as added by 1995 PA 58, and section 75104 as amended by 2012 PA 251. Representative Albert testified in support of HB 5132. Craig Brunet and Seth Herbst representing Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified with no position on HB 5132. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5132, but did not wish to speak: Bryan Burroughs, representing the Michigan Trout Unlimited. Representative Howell handed the gavel over to Vice Chair Wakeman at 12:23 p.m. Representative Brixie testified in support of HB 5002 and HB 5003. Representative Howell testified in support of HB 5002 and HB 5003. Mark Stephens testified in support of HB 5002 and HB 5003. John Hesse representing Fishin Michigan, testified in support of HB 5002 and HB 5003. Ian Fitzgerald representing Michigan United Conservation Club, testified in support of HB 5002 and HB 5003. Craig Brunet representing Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in neutral of HB 5002 and HB 5003. Tom Weston representing Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified with a neutral position on HB 5002 and HB 5003. Representative Howell took back the gavel at 12:31 p.m. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5002 and HB 5003, but did not wish to speak: Bryan Burroughs, representing the Michigan Trout Unlimited. Bill Winowiecki, representing the Michigan Charter Boat Association. Dennis Eade, representing the Michigan Steelhead and Salmon Fisherman's Association. Alia Phillips, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Charlotte Jameson, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5003, but did not wish to speak: Thomas Gilpin, representing the Sierra Club. Representative Miller testified in support of HB 4740. Robert Parrish representing Cass County Parks & Recreation, testified in support of HB 4740. Scott Wieman testified in support of HB 4740. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4740, but did not wish to speak: Alia Phillpis, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting at 12:54 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, November 5, 2019 12:03 PM Room 326, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent/Excused: None. Representative Rendon moved to adopt the minutes from the October 29th, 2019 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5046, HB 5047, HB 5048, HB 5049, HB 5050, and HB 5051 before the committee: HB 5046 (Rep. Howell) A bill to allow local governments and certain authorities to withhold payment under certain conditions to contractors on an asbestos abatement project; to provide for mandatory contract conditions on certain asbestos abatement projects; to provide for certain disclosures; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain local officials. HB 5047 (Rep. Garrett) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled" Natural resources and environmental protection act,"(MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding sections 5519 and 5519a. HB 5048 (Rep. VanSingel) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled" Natural resources and environmental protection act,"(MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 5519b. HB 5049 (Rep. Sowerby) A bill to prohibit certain public entities from entering into certain contracts with certain entities that remove or abate asbestos; to require certain entities to disclose certain information when bidding on certain contracts with public entities; and to impose certain duties and responsibilities on certain public entities. HB 5050 (Rep. Howell) A bill to prohibit certain public entities from entering into certain contracts with certain entities that remove or abate asbestos; to require certain entities to disclose certain information when bidding on certain contracts with public entities; and to impose certain duties and responsibilities on certain public entities. HB 5051 (Rep. Sowerby) A bill to amend 1974 PA 154, entitled" Michigan occupational safety and health act," by amending sections 4, 35, and 36 (MCL 408.1004, 408.1035, and 408.1036), section 4 as amended by 2012 PA 416 and sections 35 and 36 as amended by 1991 PA 105. Representative Sowerby moved to refer House Bill No. 5046 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 8-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. Representative Sowerby moved to refer House Bill No. 5047 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 8-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. Representative Calley moved to refer House Bill No. 5048 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 8-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. Representative Sowerby moved to refer House Bill No. 5049 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 8-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. Representative Pohutsky moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5050. The motion prevailed 9-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Sowerby moved to refer House Bill No. 5050 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. Representative Sowerby moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5051. The motion prevailed 9-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Sowerby moved to refer House Bill No. 5051 to the committee on Judiciary, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5047, but did not wish to speak: Michael Ruddock, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5046, HB 5047, HB 5048, HB 5049, HB 5050 and HB 5051, but did not wish to speak: Alia Phillips, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Tim Greimel, representing the AFSCME Council 25. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5051, but did not wish to speak: Andrew Beardslee, representing the Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity (LEO). The Chair laid HB 4313 before the committee: HB 4313 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled" Natural resources and environmental protection act,"(MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 43525c. Chairman Howell handed over the gavel to Vice Chair Wakeman at 12:11 pm Al Stewart and Craig Brunet, representing Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified with a neutral position on HB 4313. Nick Green and Ian Fitzgerald, representing Michigan United Conservation Clubs, testified in support of HB 4313. Chairman Howell took the gavel back from Vice Chair Wakeman at 12:32 pm Mike Thorman, representing Michigan Hunting Dog Federation, testified in support of HB 4313. Ken Dalton and Carl Griffin, representing Michigan Pheasant Hunting Initiative, testified in support of HB 4313. Brad Brunken, representing Michigan Pheasant Hunting Initiative, testified in support of HB 4313. Gary Pruden testified with a neutral position on HB 4313. Bill Vander Zouwen, representing Pheasants Forever, testified in opposition to HB 4313. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting at 1:03 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, October 29, 2019 12:00 PM Room 326, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent/Excused: None. Representative Eisen moved to adopt the minutes from the October 22nd, 2019 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4332 before the committee: HB 4332 (Rep. LaFave) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled" Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 40102, 40103, and 40114 (MCL 324.40102, 324.40103, and 324.40114), section 40102 as amended by 2015 PA 24, section 40103 as amended by 2016 PA 382, and section 40114 as amended by 2018 PA 390, and by adding section 40111d. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4332, but did not wish to speak: Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. George Lindquist, representing the U.P. Whitetails of Marquette County. Dale Hendershot, representing the Michigan Trappers and Predator Callers Association. Representative Wakeman offered the following amendments to HB 4332: 1. Amend page 7, line 14, after "arm" by inserting "or less". 2. Amend page 7, line 18, after "arm" by inserting "or less". Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4332. The motion prevailed 7- 2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Cambensy. Nays: Reps. Sowerby, Pohutsky. Pass: None. Representative Wakeman moved to refer House Bill No. 4332 as amended, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-2-1. FAVORABLE ROLL CALL: Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen. Nays: Reps. Sowerby, Pohutsky. Pass: Rep. Cambensy. The Chair laid HB 4439 before the committee: HB 4439 (Rep. Cole) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled" Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 40111a (MCL 324.40111a), as amended by 2015 PA 265. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4439(H-3), but did not wish to speak: Andrew Vermeesch, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4439(H-3), but did not wish to speak: Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Representative Calley moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4439. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Eisen moved to refer House Bill No. 4439 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5046, HB 5047, HB 5048, HB 5049, HB 5050 and HB 5051 before the committee: HB 5046 (Rep. Howell) A bill to allow local governments and certain authorities to withhold payment under certain conditions to contractors on an asbestos abatement project; to provide for mandatory contract conditions on certain asbestos abatement projects; to provide for certain disclosures; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain local officials. HB 5047 (Rep. Garrett) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled" Natural resources and environmental protection act,"(MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding sections 5519 and 5519a. HB 5048 (Rep. VanSingel) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled" Natural resources and environmental protection act,"(MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 5519b. HB 5049 (Rep. Sowerby) A bill to prohibit certain public entities from entering into certain contracts with certain entities that remove or abate asbestos; to require certain entities to disclose certain information when bidding on certain contracts with public entities; and to impose certain duties and responsibilities on certain public entities. HB 5050 (Rep. Howell) A bill to prohibit certain public entities from entering into certain contracts with certain entities that remove or abate asbestos; to require certain entities to disclose certain information when bidding on certain contracts with public entities; and to impose certain duties and responsibilities on certain public entities. HB 5051 (Rep. Sowerby) A bill to amend 1974 PA 154, entitled" Michigan occupational safety and health act," by amending sections 4, 35, and 36 (MCL 408.1004, 408.1035, and 408.1036), section 4 as amended by 2012 PA 416 and sections 35 and 36 as amended by 1991 PA 105. Ryan Davis, representing Office of Representative Garrett, testified in support of HB 5047. Rob Winkelman, representing Office of Representative VanSingel, testified in support of HB 5048. Representative Sowerby testified in support of HB 5049 and HB 5051. Chairman Howell handed over the gavel to Vice Chair Wakeman at 12:22 pm Representative Howell testified in support of HB 5046 and HB 5050. Vice Chair Wakeman handed the gavel back over to Chairman Howell at 12:26 pm Jonathan Byrd and Wilee Smrz, representing MI Laborers Union, testified in support of HB 5046, HB 5047, HB 5048, HB 5049, HB 5050 and HB 5051. Bart Pickelman, representing Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration, testified with a neutral position to HB 5051. Sarah Howes & Karen Kajia Mils, representing Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, testified in support of HB 5047 and HB 5048. Sarah Howes and Karen Kajia Mills, representing Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, testified with no position on HB 5046, HB 5049 and HB 5050. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5046, HB 5047, HB 5048, HB 5049, HB 5050 and HB 5051, but did not wish to speak: Sean Hammond, representing the MI Environmental Council. Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Thomas Gilpin, representing the MI Sierra Club. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting at 12:38 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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2019-10-29
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, October 22, 2019 12:00 PM Room 326, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent/Excused: None. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the minutes from the October 15th, 2019 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4589 before the committee: HB 4589 (Rep. Howell) A bill to designate the eastern wild turkey as the official game bird of the state of Michigan. Representative Reilly moved to refer House Bill No. 4589 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4332 before the committee: HB 4332 (Rep. LaFave) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled" Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 40102, 40103, and 40114 (MCL 324.40102, 324.40103, and 324.40114), section 40102 as amended by 2015 PA 24, section 40103 as amended by 2016 PA 382, and section 40114 as amended by 2018 PA 390, and by adding section 40111d. Representative LaFave testified in support of HB 4332. Chris Turek, representing Up North Air Gunner, testified in support of HB 4332 via YouTube video. Craig Brunet, representing Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in opposition to HB 4332. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4332, but did not wish to speak: Velocity Outdoors. The Chair laid HB 4439 before the committee: HB 4439 (Rep. Cole) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled" Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 40111a (MCL 324.40111a), as amended by 2015 PA 265. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4439, but did not wish to speak: Thomas Gilpin, representing the Michigan Sierra Club. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4439, but did not wish to speak: Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Andrew Vermeesch, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4439. The motion prevailed 9- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Cole testified in support of HB 4439 (H-1). Minority Vice Chair Sowerby made a motion to reconsider the vote of HB 4589 The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Reilly moved to refer House Bill No. 4589 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4313 before the committee: HB 4313 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act,"(MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 43525c. Representative Eisen moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4313. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Chairman Howell handed the gavel over to Vice Chair Wakeman at 12:37 p.m. Chairman Howell testified in support of HB 4313 (H-1). Chairman Howell took the gavel back at 12:44 p.m. Lyle Jaworski, representing Michigan Game Breeders Association, testified in support of HB 4313 (H-1). Jim Smith and Tom Shook, representing Michigan Pheasant Hunting Initiative, testified in support of HB 4313 (H-1). The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4313 (H-1), but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Dan McMaster, Pheasants Forever The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4313(H-1), but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Nick Green and Ian Fitzgerald, Michigan United Conservation Clubs The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4313 (H-1), but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Gary Pruden, Private Land Owner Eaton County The following people submitted a card with no position onHB 4313 (H-1), but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Brad Brunkein, Michigan Pheasant Hunting Initiative The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4313 (H-1), but did not wish to speak: Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4313 (H-1), but did not wish to speak: Steve DeLong, representing the Cass City Gun Club. Tim Dusterwinkle, representing the Michigan Bear Hunters Association. Joe Hudson, representing the Upper Peninsula Bear Houndsmen Association. Jim Wale, representing the Michigan State United Coon Hunters Association. Roger Thorman, representing the Michigan State Foxhunter Association. Sally Stonan, representing the Waterloo Hunt Club. Mike Thorman, representing the Michigan Hunting Dog Federation. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting at 12:59 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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2019-10-22
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, October 15, 2019 12:00 PM Room 326, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent/Excused: None. Representative Sowerby moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 8, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4742 and HB 4743 before the committee: HB 4742 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1885 PA 152, entitled" An act to authorize the establishment of facilities for former members of the armed forces of the United States in the state of Michigan; to create funds; and to provide for the promulgation of rules,"(MCL 36.1 to 36.12) by adding section 10b. HB 4743 (Rep. Tate) A bill to amend 2016 PA 560, entitled" Michigan veterans' facility authority act,"(MCL 36.101 to 36.112) by adding section 6a. Chairman Howell handed the gavel over to Vice Chair Wakeman at 12:02 pm Representative Tate testified in support of HB 4742 and HB 4743. Representative Howell testified in support of HB 4742 and HB 4743. Chairman Howell took the gavel back at 12:05 pm The Chair laid HB 4744 before the committee: HB 4744 (Rep. Love) A bill to amend 1976 PA 399, entitled" Safe drinking water act," by amending section 2 (MCL 325.1002), as amended by 1998 PA 56, and by adding section 7a. Representative Love testified in support of HB 4744. The Chair laid HB 4745 before the committee: HB 4745 (Rep. Kahle) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled" Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 60108 (MCL 324.60108), as amended by 2011 PA 167. Representative Kahle testified in support of HB 4745. The Chair laid HB 4746 before the committee: HB 4746 (Rep. Griffin) A bill to establish the Michigan PFAS action response team and provide for its powers and duties; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials. Representative Griffin testified in support of HB 4746. The Chair laid HB 4747 and HB 4748 before the committee: HB 4747 (Rep. Cherry) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled" Public health code,"(MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 5478b. HB 4748 (Rep. Whiteford) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled" Public health code,"(MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 5478a. Representative Cherry testified in support of HB 4747 and HB 4748. Representative Whiteford testified in support of HB 4747 and HB 4748. The Chair laid HB 4749 before the committee: HB 4749 (Rep. Afendoulis) A bill to amend 1976 PA 399, entitled" Safe drinking water act," by amending section 7 (MCL 325.1007), as amended by 1998 PA 56. Representative Afendoulis testified in support of HB 4749. The Chair laid HB 4750 before the committee: HB 4750 (Rep. Kennedy) A bill to amend 1976 PA 399, entitled" Safe drinking water act," by amending section 21 (MCL 325.1021), as amended by 2006 PA 601, and by adding section 19d. Representative Kennedy testified in support of HB 4750. The Chair laid HB 4064 before the committee and returned to HB 4742, HB 4743, HB 4744, HB 4745, HB 4746, HB 4747, HB 4748, HB 4749 and HB 4750: HB 4064 (Rep. Neeley) A bill to amend 1976 PA 399, entitled" Safe drinking water act," by amending section 2 (MCL 325.1002), as amended by 1998 PA 56, and by adding section 7a. James Clift, George Krisztian, & Steve Sliver, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, testified with no position on HB 4064, HB 4742, HB 4743, HB 4744, HB 4746, HB 4749 and HB 4750. Sarah Lyon-Callo, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Epidemiology and Population Health, testified in opposition to HB 4747 and HB 4748. Charlotte Jameson, representing the Michigan Environmental Council, testified with a neutral position on HB 4064, HB 4742, HB 4743, HB 4744, HB 4745, HB 4746, HB 4747, HB 4748, HB 4749 and HB 4750. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4745, but did not wish to speak: Mike Frederick, representing the MI Ground Water Association. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4064, but did not wish to speak: Peter Spadafore, representing the MI Association of Superintendents & Administrators. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting at 12:54 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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2019-10-15
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, October 8, 2019 12:00 PM Room 326, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent/Excused: None. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 17, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 255 before the committee: SB 255 (Sen. LaSata) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 5505 (MCL 324.5505), as amended by 2005 PA 57. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 255, but did not wish to speak: Dave Ladd, representing the Michigan Aggregate Association. Travis Boeskool, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. Mike Frederick, representing the St. Mary's Cement Co. Representative Wakeman moved to refer SB 255 to the Committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4567, HB 4568, and HB 4569 before the committee: HB 4567 (Rep. O'Malley)A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 47301, 47302, 47303, 47305, 47306, 47307, and 47308 (MCL 324.47301, 324.47302, 324.47303, 324.47305, 324.47306, 324.47307, and 324.47308), sections 47301, 47302, 47305, 47306, 47307, and 47308 as added by 1995 PA 57 and section 47303 as amended by 2004 PA 587, and by adding section 47304. HB 4568 (Rep. Wendzel) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 47309, 47310, 47311, 47312, 47313, 47314, 47315, 47316, and 47317 (MCL 324.47309, 324.47310, 324.47311, 324.47312, 324.47313, 324.47314, 324.47315, 324.47316, and 324.47317), as added by 1995 PA 57. HB 4569 (Rep. Lilly) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 47318, 47320, 47321, 47322, 47323, 47324, 47325, 47326, 47327, 47328, 47329, and 48724 (MCL 324.47318, 324.47320, 324.47321, 324.47322, 324.47323, 324.47324, 324.47325, 324.47326, 324.47327, 324.47328, 324.47329, and 324.48724), as added by 1995 PA 57; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. Representative Sara Cambensy testified in support of HB 4567 (H-2), HB 4568 (H-3), and HB 4569 (H-3). Amber Petersen, representing Michigan Fish Producers Association, testified in support of HB 4567 (H-2), HB 4568 (H-3), and HB 4569(H-3). Scott Everett, representing Michigan Fish Producers Association, testified in support of HB 4567 (H-2), HB 4568 (H-3), and HB 4569 (H-3). Amy Trotter, representing Michigan United Conservation Clubs, testified in support of HB 4567 (H-3), HB 4568 (H-1), and HB 4569 (H-1). Representative Lilly testified in support of HB 4567 (H-3), HB 4568 (H-1), and HB 4569(H-1). The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4567 (H-3), HB 4568 (H-1), and HB 4569 (H-1), but did not wish to speak: Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Jim Dexter, representing the Chief of Fisheries Division, Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Sean Hammond, representing the MI Environmental Council. Paul Brooks, representing the League of Ohio Sportsmen. Dave Johnson, representing the Upper Peninsula Sportsmen's Alliance. Bill Wihowiecki, representing the Michigan Charter Boat Association. Chad Tokowicz, representing the American Sportfishing Association. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4567 (H-3), HB 4568 (H-1), and HB 4569(H-1), but did not wish to speak: Representative LaFave. Representative Markkanen. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4567 (H-2), HB 4568 (H-3), and HB 4569 (H-3), but did not wish to speak: Lakon & Tod Williams, representing the Bay Port Fish Co. Representative Cambensy moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4567. The motion did not prevail 1-7-1: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Rep. Cambensy. Nays: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky. Pass: Rep. Reilly. Representative Cambensy moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4568. The motion did not prevail 1-7-1: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Rep. Cambensy. Nays: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky. Pass: Rep. Reilly. Representative Cambensy moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4569. The motion did not prevail 1-7-1: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Rep. Cambensy. Nays: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky. Pass: Rep. Reilly. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4567. The motion prevailed 7- 2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky. Nays: Reps. Reilly, Cambensy. Pass: None. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4568. The motion prevailed 7- 2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky. Nays: Reps. Reilly, Cambensy. Pass: None. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4569. The motion prevailed 7- 2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky. Nays: Reps. Reilly, Cambensy. Pass: None. Representative Eisen moved to refer House Bill No. 4567 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 7-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky. Nays: Reps. Reilly, Cambensy. Pass: None. Representative Rendon moved to refer House Bill No. 4568 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky. Nays: Reps. Reilly, Cambensy. Pass: None. Representative Calley moved to refer House Bill No. 4569 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Pohutsky. Nays: Reps. Reilly, Cambensy. Pass: None. The chair laid the presentation by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy before the committee. Eric Oswald, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, gave a presentation on the 2018 PFAS Sampling of Drinking Water Supplies in Michigan. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair returned to SB 255. Representative Calley moves to reconsider the vote by which SB 255 was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Calley moved to refer Senate Bill No. 255 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting at 12:55 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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2019-10-08
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, September 17, 2019 12:00 PM Room 326, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Absent/Excused: None. Representative Cambensy moved to adopt the minutes from the September 10th 2019 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4735, HB 4736 and HB 4737 before the committee: HB 4735 (Rep. VanSingel) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled" Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 40118 (MCL 324.40118), as amended by 2017 PA 124. HB 4736 (Rep. Cherry) A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled" Freedom of information act," by amending section 5 (MCL 15.235), as amended by 2018 PA 105. HB 4737 (Rep. Love) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled" The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 13e (MCL 777.13e), as amended by 2015 PA 189. Amy Trotter, representing Michigan United Conservation Clubs, testified in support of HB 4735, HB 4736 and HB 4737. Representative Wakeman moved to refer House Bill No. 4735 to the committee on Judiciary. The motion prevailed 6-3-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Reps. Calley, Reilly, Rendon. Pass: None. Representative Sowerby moved to refer House Bill No. 4736 to the committee on Judiciary. The motion prevailed 6-3-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Reps. Calley, Reilly, Rendon. Pass: None. Representative Sowerby moved to refer House Bill No. 4737 to the committee on Judiciary. The motion prevailed 6-3-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: Reps. Calley, Reilly, Rendon. Pass: None. The Chair laid SB 0255 before the committee: SB 0255 (Sen. LaSata) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled" Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 5505 (MCL 324.5505), as amended by 2005 PA 57. Senator Kim LaSata testified in support of SB 0255. Doug Needham, representing Michigan Aggregates Association, testified in support of SB 0255. Sarah Howes & Mary Ann Dalehanty, representing Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy, testified in support of SB 0255. The Michigan Association of Conservation Districts gave a presentation. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting at 12:33 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
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2019-09-17
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Quorum state
quorum not determined
Scheduled start
2019-09-17 12:00:00.000000
Session name
2019-2020

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