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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, June 11, 2026 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf and Rheingans. Absent: Rep. Skaggs. Excused: Rep. Skaggs. Representative Wortz moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 14, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5645 before the committee: HB 5645 (Rep. Phil Green) A bill to amend 2000 PA 190, entitled "Privately owned cervidae producers marketing act," by amending sections 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, and 17 (MCL 287.952, 287.953, 287.954, 287.956, 287.957, 287.958, 287.959, 287.960, 287.961, 287.964, and 287.967), as amended by 2006 PA 561. Representative Lightner moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5645. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf and Rheingans. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Alexander moved to report out HB 5645 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf and Rheingans. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5645, but did not wish to speak: Mitchell Nelson, representing the Humane World for Animals. Representative Pavlov moved to excuse Representative Skaggs from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 10:39 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov
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2026-06-11
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, May 14, 2026 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf and Rheingans. Absent: Rep. Skaggs. Excused: Rep. Skaggs. Representative Kunse moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 30, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5645 before the committee: HB 5645 (Rep. Phil Green) A bill to amend 2000 PA 190, entitled "Privately owned cervidae producers marketing act," by amending sections 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, and 17 (MCL 287.952, 287.953, 287.954, 287.956, 287.957, 287.958, 287.959, 287.960, 287.961, 287.964, and 287.967), as amended by 2006 PA 561. Representative Green and Ryan Halfman, representing the United Deer Farmers of Michigan, testified in support of HB 5645. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5645, but did not wish to speak: Justin Tomei, representing the MI Farm Bureau. Representative Fox moved to excuse Representative Skaggs from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 10:55 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov
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2026-05-14
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, April 30, 2026 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Dievendorf and Rheingans. Absent: Reps. Paiz and Skaggs. Excused: Reps. Paiz and Skaggs. Representative Lightner moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 19, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The chair laid a presentation from the Michigan Bean Commission before the committee. Joe Cramer, representing the Michigan Bean Commission, gave a presentation on Michigan's dry bean production. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Kunse moved to excuse Representatives Paiz and Skaggs from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 11:02 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov
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2026-04-30
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, March 19, 2026 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Lightner moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 12, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The chair laid a presentation from the Michigan Vegetable Council before the committee. Greg Bird, Jamie Clover Adams, & Chris Falak, representing the Michigan Vegetable Council, gave a presentation on Michigan’s Vegetable Farming. Questions and discussions followed. The Chair laid HB 5698 and HB 5699 before the committee: HB 5698 (Rep. Meerman) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 3112 (MCL 324.3112), as amended by 2018 PA 667. HB 5699 (Rep. Johnsen) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 3116a. Representative Johnsen & Representative Meerman testified together in support of HB 5698 & HB 5699. Questions and discussion followed. Josh Scramlin, representing the MI Farm Bureau, testified in support of HB 5698 and HB 5699. Questions and discussions followed. Nichole Biber, representing the Clean Water Action, testified in opposition to HB 5699. Megan Tinsley, representing the Michigan Environmental Council, testified in opposition to HB 5699. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5698 and HB 5699, but did not wish to speak: Dylan Gebhard, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5698 and HB 5699, but did not wish to speak: Sara Horton Flokstra, representing Michigan Cattleman's Association. Arend Elston, representing the Sanilac Creamery. Diane Smith, representing the Michigan Apple Association. Caitlin DeVries, representing Lakeshore Environmental Inc. Amy Cohn, representing the Michigan Cherry Committee. Chuck Lippstreu, representing the Michigan Agri-Business Association. Tim Langholz, representing the National Federation of Independent Business. Chad Reenders, representing the Michigan Blueberry Advisory. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5699, but did not wish to speak: Carolan Sonderegger, representing the Flow Water Advocates. Ashley Flintoff, representing Friends of the Rouge. Melissa DeSimone, representing the Michigan Lakes & Streams Association. Charles Griffith, representing The Ecology Center. Scott Troia, representing the Great Lakes Environmental Law Center. Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 11:46 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov
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2026-03-19
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meeting-395
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, March 12, 2026 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Absent: Rep. Wortz. Excused: Rep. Wortz. Representative Fox moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 05, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The chair laid a presentation from the Michigan Farm Bureau on March is Reading Month before the committee. Josh Scamlin, representing Michigan Farm Bureau and Nancy Nyquist, representing the Michigan Blueberry Alliance gave a presentation on March is Reading Month. Questions and discussion followed. The chair laid a presentation from the United Dairy Industry of Michigan before the committee. Joelene Griffin, representing the United Dairy Industry of Michigan, gave a presentation on Michigan dairy and the care of dairy cows. Questions and discussions followed. Ben Chapin, representing the Michigan Milk Producers Association, and Eric Crawford, representing Country Fresh, gave a presentation to the committee on Michigan Dairy production. Questions and discussions followed. Representative Kunse moved to excuse Representative Wortz from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 11:33 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov
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2026-03-12
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, March 5, 2026 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Lightner moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 26, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The chair laid a presentation from Michigan Potatoes before the committee. Dr. Kelly Turner, representing the Michigan Potatoes, and Dennis Iott, representing Iott Seed Farm, gave a presentation on the production of potatoes grown in Michigan. Questions and discussions followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 11:33 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov
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2026-03-05
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, February 26, 2026 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Absent: Rep. Paiz. Excused: Rep. Paiz. Representative Alexander moved to adopt the meeting minutes from December 11, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The chair laid a presentation on the USDA Farm Service Agency before the committee. Joel Johnson and David Russ, representing the USDA Farm Service Agency, gave a presentation on the wide range of services the USDA offers to farms. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Kunse moved to excuse Representative Paiz from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 11:30 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov
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2026-02-26
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, December 11, 2025 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf and Skaggs. Absent: Reps. Lightner and Rheingans. Excused: Reps. Lightner and Rheingans. Representative Alexander moved to adopt the meeting minutes from November 13, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 93 before the committee: SB 93 (Sen. Singh) A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled "Food law," by amending section 4105 (MCL 289.4105), as amended by 2016 PA 188. Representative Alexander moved to report out SB 93 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf and Skaggs. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 93, but did not wish to speak: Rebecca Park, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. Mikaylah Heffernan, representing the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. The Chair laid SB 685, SB 686, SB 687, SB 688, SB 689, SB 690 and SB 699 before the committee: SB 685 (Sen. Shink) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 36109b. SB 686 (Sen. Daley) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 36110 (MCL 324.36110), as amended by 2016 PA 265. SB 687 (Sen. Singh) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 36206 (MCL 324.36206), as amended by 2002 PA 75. SB 688 (Sen. Cherry) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 36103 (MCL 324.36103), as amended by 2003 PA 36. SB 689 (Sen. Lauwers) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 36111 (MCL 324.36111), as amended by 2016 PA 265. SB 690 (Sen. Victory) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 36109 (MCL 324.36109), as amended by 2016 PA 265. SB 699 (Sen. Shink) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 36202 (MCL 324.36202), as amended by 2016 PA 265. Mikaylah Heffernan and Jamie Summers, representing the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, gave a presentation on the PA 116 program. Questions and discussion followed. Steven Drake, representing Drakelan Farms LLC, and Barry Lonik, representing the Treemore Ecology & Land Services, testified together in support of SB 685, SB 686, SB 687, SB 688, SB 689, SB 690 and SB 699. Mike Okma, representing the Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy, and Chris Bunch, representing the Six Rivers Land Conservancy, testified together in support of SB 685, SB 686, SB 687, SB 688, SB 689, SB 690 and SB 699. Becky Huttenqa, representing Ottawa County, and Donald Oesterle testified together in support of SB 685, SB 686, SB 687, SB 688, SB 689, SB 690 and SB 699. At 11:08 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 11:12 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Representative Skaggs moved to report out SB 685 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Alexander, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz and Skaggs. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Fox. Representative Wortz moved to report out SB 686 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Alexander, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz and Skaggs. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Fox. Representative Kunse moved to report out SB 687 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Alexander, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz and Skaggs. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Fox. Representative Alexander moved to report out SB 688 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Alexander, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz and Skaggs. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Fox. Representative Pavlov moved to report out SB 689 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Alexander, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz and Skaggs. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Fox. Representative Pavlov moved to report out SB 690 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Alexander, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz and Skaggs. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Fox. Representative Paiz moved to report out SB 699 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Alexander, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz and Skaggs. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Fox. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on SB 685, SB 686, SB 687, SB 688, SB 689, SB 690 and SB 699, but did not wish to speak: Haley Stichhan, representing Kent County. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 685, SB 686, SB 687, SB 688, SB 689, SB 690 and SB 699, but did not wish to speak: Keith Creogh, representing Heart of the Lakes/6 Rivers. Jonathan Jarosz, representing Heart of the Lakes. Susan Lackey, representing Heart of the Lakes. Jason Meekhof, representing the Blue Heron Land Conservancy. Rosie Pahl Donaldson, representing the City of Ann Arbor. Will Manty, representing the Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy. Kim Hayes, representing the Leelanau Conservancy. Denise Hartsough, representing the League of Women Voters of Michigan. Rebecca Park, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. Susan Morley LaCroix, representing the Legacy Land Conservancy. Chuck Lippstreu, representing the Michigan Agri-Business Association. Elizabeth Brost, representing the Agricultural Preserve Boards of Michigan. Jeanine Igl, representing the Ingham County Farmland & Open Space Preservation Board. Representative Alexander moved to excuse Representatives Lightner and Rheingans from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 11:20 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov
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2025-12-11
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, November 13, 2025 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Paiz, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Absent: Rep. Pavlov. Excused: Rep. Pavlov. Representative Alexander moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 30, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4917 before the committee: HB 4917 (Rep. Smit) A bill to amend 2001 PA 267, entitled "Manufacturing milk law of 2001," by amending section 157 (MCL 288.717). Representative Lightner moved to report out HB 4917 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 6-2-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox and Kunse. Nays: Reps. Rheingans and Skaggs. Pass: Reps. Paiz and Dievendorf. The Chair laid a presentation from Michigan Apples before the committee. Diane Smith, the Executive Director of Michigan Apples, gave a presentation on Michigan's Apple Industry. Question and discussion followed. Representative Alexander moved to excuse Representative Pavlov from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 11:05 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov
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2025-11-13
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, October 30, 2025 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Kunse moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 23, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4917 before the committee: HB 4917 (Rep. Smit) A bill to amend 2001 PA 267, entitled "Manufacturing milk law of 2001," by amending section 157 (MCL 288.717). Representative Smit testified in support of HB 4917. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4917, but did not wish to speak: Mikaylah Heffernan, representing the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4917, but did not wish to speak: Jarrett Skorup, representing the Mackinac Center. Tim Golding & Sonny Koch, representing the Americans for Prosperity Michigan. At 10:39 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:40 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid HB 4881 and HB 4882 before the committee: HB 4881 (Rep. Neyer) A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled "Food law," by amending section 4105 (MCL 289.4105), as amended by 2016 PA 188. HB 4882 (Rep. Neyer) A bill to repeal 1964 PA 158, entitled "An act to provide for the licensing of wholesale potato dealers; to prescribe certain powers and duties for certain state agencies; to require certain types of financial security for certain persons under certain circumstances, and to prescribe the procedure for its enforcement; to provide remedies and penalties for violations of the act; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts," (MCL 290.451 to 290.466). Representative Pavlov moved to report out HB 4881 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Skaggs moved to report out HB 4882 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4881 and HB 4882, but did not wish to speak: Jarrett Skorup, representing the Mackinac Center. Tim Golding & Sonny Koch, representing the Americans for Prosperity Michigan. The Chair laid a presentation from Michigan Agri-Business Association before the committee. Chuck Lippstreu, representing the Michigan Agri-Business Association, and Scott Gordon, representing the Cooperative Elevator Co. gave a presentation with an update on the Michigan Agri-Business. Questions and discussions followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 11:16 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov
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2025-10-30
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, October 23, 2025 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Paiz, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Absent: Reps. Wortz and Pavlov. Excused: Reps. Wortz and Pavlov. Representative Kunse moved to adopt the meeting minutes from July 24, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4881 and HB 4882 before the committee: HB 4881 (Rep. Neyer) A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled "Food law," by amending section 4105 (MCL 289.4105), as amended by 2016 PA 188. HB 4882 (Rep. Neyer) A bill to repeal 1964 PA 158, entitled "An act to provide for the licensing of wholesale potato dealers; to prescribe certain powers and duties for certain state agencies; to require certain types of financial security for certain persons under certain circumstances, and to prescribe the procedure for its enforcement; to provide remedies and penalties for violations of the act; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts," (MCL 290.451 to 290.466). At 10:35 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:36 AM, Representative Lightner called the committee back to order. Representative Neyer testified in support of HB 4881 and HB 4882. Questions and discussions followed. At 10:40 AM, Representative Lightner laid the committee at ease. At 10:41 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Kelly Turner, representing the Potato Growers of Michigan, testified in support of HB 4881 and HB 4882. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4881 and HB 4882, but did not wish to speak: Mikaylah Heffernan, representing the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. Tim Goldings & Sonny Koch, representing Americans for Prosperity-Michigan. Representative Alexander moved to excuse Representatives Wortz and Pavlov from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 10:46 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov
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2025-10-23
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, July 24, 2025 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Alexander moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 26, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4346 and HB 4347 before the committee: HB 4346 (Rep. Witwer) A bill to amend 2019 PA 152, entitled "Lawful internet gaming act," by amending section 15 (MCL 432.315). HB 4347 (Rep. Kunse) A bill to amend 1995 PA 279, entitled "Horse racing law of 1995," by amending sections 2 and 20 (MCL 431.302 and 431.320), section 2 as amended by 2016 PA 271 and section 20 as amended by 2019 PA 153. A substitute (H-1) was adopted for HB 4346 at the June 26, 2025, meeting. A substitute (H-1) was adopted for HB 4347 at the June 26, 2025, meeting. Representative Lightner moved to report HB 4346 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-4-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse and Pavlov. Nays: Reps. Paiz, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Pass: None. Representative Kunse testified in support of H-2 substitute for HB 4347. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4346 and HB 4347, but did not wish to speak: Eddie Kindle, representing the Genesee Intermediate School District. Mike McCoy, representing the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians. The following person submitted a card wishing to speak in opposition to HB 4346 and HB 4347, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Bee Friedlander, representing the Attorneys for Animals. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4346, but did not wish to speak: John Severson, representing the Michigan Association of Intermediate School Administrators. Matt Schueller, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents & Administrators. Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards. Representative Kunse moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4347. The motion prevailed 9-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Dievendorf and Rheingans. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Paiz and Skaggs. Representative Alexander moved to report out HB 4347 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 7-3-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse and Pavlov. Nays: Reps. Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Pass: Rep. Paiz. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 10:41 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov
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2025-07-24
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, June 26, 2025 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Alexander moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 05, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4346, HB 4347, and HB 4378 before the committee: HB 4346 (Rep. Witwer) A bill to amend 2019 PA 152, entitled "Lawful internet gaming act," by amending section 15 (MCL 432.315). HB 4347 (Rep. Kunse) A bill to amend 1995 PA 279, entitled "Horse racing law of 1995," by amending sections 2 and 20 (MCL 431.302 and 431.320), section 2 as amended by 2016 PA 271 and section 20 as amended by 2019 PA 153. HB 4348 (Rep. Phil Green) A bill to make, supplement, adjust, and consolidate appropriations for various state departments and agencies, the judicial branch, and the legislative branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025; to provide for certain conditions on appropriations; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations. Representative Wortz moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4346. The motion prevailed 8-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov and Rheingans. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Paiz and Dievendorf. Representative Wortz moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4347. The motion prevailed 8-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov and Rheingans. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Paiz and Dievendorf. Representative Kunse along with Byron Chunk, a longtime harness racer, testified in support of HB 4346 and HB 4347. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Green and Brett Boyd, representing the Michigan Harness Horsemen's Association, testified in support of HB 4348. Questions and discussion followed. LC Scramlin, representing the Oakland County Fair and Michigan Fairs and Exhibitions, testified in support of HB 4346, HB 4347, and HB 4348. John Currie, representing the Mecosta County Fair & Michigan Fairs and Exhibitions, testified in support of HB 4346, HB 4347, and HB 4348. Brian Nielsen, representing MSU Department of Animal Science & Michigan Horse Racing Advisory Commission, testified in support of HB 4346, HB 4347, and HB 4348. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4346, HB 4347, and HB 4348, but did not wish to speak: Rebecca Sievert, representing the Michigan Harness Horsemen's Association. Rebecca Park, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. Lisa Reift, representing the Michigan Association of Fairs and Exhibitions. Saree Miller, representing the Allegan County Fair. William Baxter, representing the Michigan Harness Horsemen's Association. Matt Kempf, representing the Newaygo County Ag Fair Association. Aaron Bennett, representing the Bennett Farms. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 11:37 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov
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2025-06-26
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, June 5, 2025 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Lightner moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 15, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4257 and HB 4265 before the committee: HB 4257 (Rep. Neyer) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11502 and 11503 (MCL 324.11502 and 324.11503), as amended by 2022 PA 243. HB 4265 (Rep. Andrews) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11506 and 11568 (MCL 324.11506 and 324.11568), section 11506 as amended by 2022 PA 244 and section 11568 as added by 2022 PA 249. The following person submitted a card wishing to speak in opposition to HB 4257 and HB 4265, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Nichole Keway Biber, representing the Clean Water Action. Representative Alexander moved to report out HB 4257 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-3-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse and Pavlov. Nays: Reps. Paiz, Dievendorf and Skaggs. Pass: Rep. Rheingans. Representative Kunse moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4265. The motion prevailed 8-1-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov and Rheingans. Nays: Rep. Dievendorf. Pass: Reps. Paiz and Skaggs. Representative Alexander moved to report out HB 4265 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-2-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse and Pavlov. Nays: Reps. Dievendorf and Skaggs. Pass: Reps. Paiz and Rheingans. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 10:42 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov
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2025-06-05
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Alexander, Fox, Pavlov, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Absent: Reps. Lightner, Kunse and Paiz. Excused: Reps. Lightner, Kunse and Paiz. Representative Alexander moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 08, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4257 and HB 4265 before the committee: Representative Andrews testified in support of HB 4257 and HB 4265. Questions and discussion followed. Mike Alaimo, representing the Michigan Chamber, testified in support of HB 4257 & HB 4265. Questions and discussion followed. Christy McGillirray, representing the Sierra Club, Megan Tinsley, representing Michigan Environmental Council, and Nichole Bieber, representing Clean Water Action, testified together in opposition to HB 4257 & HB 4265. Thursday, May 15, 2025 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building HB 4257 (Rep. Neyer) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11502 and 11503 (MCL 324.11502 and 324.11503), as amended by 2022 PA 243. HB 4265 (Rep. Andrews) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11506 and 11568 (MCL 324.11506 and 324.11568), section 11506 as amended by 2022 PA 244 and section 11568 as added by 2022 PA 249. Billy Kepner, Vice President of Vanguard Renewables, testified in support of HB 4257 & HB 4265. Questions and discussion followed. Mike Witkowski, representing Michigan Manufacturing, testified in support of HB 4257 & HB 4265. Questions and discussion followed. Cheryl Ruble, representing the Michiganders for Just Farming System, testified in opposition to HB 4257 and HB 4265. Questions and discussions followed. Scott Piggott, representing Michigan Corn Growers Association, testified in support of HB 4257 & HB 4265. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4257 and HB 4265, but did not wish to speak: Katie Johnson, representing the VEGMichigan. Joey Grzeskowiak. Joyce Janicki. Kathleen Longo. Valerie Schey. Maryann Cacciaglia. Tammy Urban. Alex Beauchamp, representing the Food & Water Watch. Angela Catalano. Sherri Gondoly. Sunday Harvie. Bee Friedlander, representing the Attorney for Animals. Charles Carpenter. Melissa DeSimone, representing the Michigan Lakes and Stream Association. Jane ONeil, representing the Sierra Club Michigan. Kathy Morrison. John Considine. Mary Raeleau. Donald Munski, representing the Sierra Club Michigan. Amber Kilpatrick, representing the Sierra Club Michigan. Jan Strait. Jan O'Connell. Mary Blanchard. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4257 and HB 4265, but did not wish to speak: Matt Breslin, representing the Michigan Food Processors Association. Pete Lemmer & Becky Taylor, representing the Green Stone Farm Credit Services. The chair laid presentations about anaerobic digesters before the committee. Dr. George Smith and Dr. Wei Liao, representing MSU AgBio, gave a presentation about anaerobic digesters. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Pavlov moved to excuse Representatives Lightner, Kunse and Paiz from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 11:55 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov
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2025-05-15
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meeting-132
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf and Rheingans. Absent: Reps. Wortz and Skaggs. Excused: Reps. Wortz and Skaggs. Representative Kunse moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 01, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4257 and HB 4265 before the committee: At 10:33 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:33 AM, Representative Lightner called the committee back to order. Representative Neyer testified in support of HB 4257 and HB 4265. At 10:36 AM, Representative Lightner laid the committee at ease. Thursday, May 8, 2025 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building HB 4257 (Rep. Neyer) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11502 and 11503 (MCL 324.11502 and 324.11503), as amended by 2022 PA 243. HB 4265 (Rep. Andrews) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11506 and 11568 (MCL 324.11506 and 324.11568), section 11506 as amended by 2022 PA 244 and section 11568 as added by 2022 PA 249. At 10:36 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Rob Anderson, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau, testified in support of HB 4257 and HB 4265. Questions and discussions followed. Sydney Hart, Jerrod Sanders, and Tracy Kecskemeti, representing EGLE, testified in opposition to HB 4257 and HB 4265. Questions and discussions followed. Ed Rivet, representing the Michigan Conservative Energy Forum, testified in support of HB 4257 and HB 4265. Dana Kirk, representing SKS Development, testified in support of HB 4257 and HB 4265. Questions and discussions followed. Heather Dziedzic, representing the American Biogas Council, testified in support of HB 4257 and HB 4265. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4257 and HB 4265, but did not wish to speak: Kathryn Johnson, representing VEGMichigan. Joey Grzeskowiak. Kathleen Longo. Noelle Grain. Tom Progar, representing VEGMichigan. Maria Edwards, representing WOW. Maya Dedhia. David Lossing, representing the Huron River Watershed Council. Brece Clark, representing the New Roots Institute. Nancy Hannan. Angela Hill. Jeana McLelland. Eva Bailey. Jessica Fahlgren. Cameron Ohrt. Thomas Quinn. Bob Thompson, representing the Michigan Farmers Union. Carolan Sonderegger, representing FLOW. Kathleen Morrison. Amy Brookhouse Dawn Bushouse Alexa Chapman Joyce Church Bernard Church Bob Dausman Val Deur Cheryl Fines Donald Frey Paul Frens Trincie Frens Jerame Giddings Todd Heykoop Verla Hooker Lou Hooker Gail Howarth Michael Klachko Beth Kelonava Emma Kirwin Emilie Klop Jolee Laster Jim McCormick Beth Mooy Kathy Morrison John Morrison Max Morrison Leigha Palm John Payne Mary Pekel Jerry Pekel Ailene Pugne John Pugno Lynn Stankus Jane Strochin Michael Strotchin Gloria Switizer Gary Switzer Jerry Snyder Theodora Snyder Becky Tuuk Sally Wagoner Susan Wente Pam Derks Zuchowski Tim Zuchowski The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4257 and HB 4265, but did not wish to speak: Chuck Lippstreu, representing the Michigan Agri-Business Association. Scott Piggott, representing the Michigan Corn Growers Association. Scott Corrin, representing the Dairy Farmers of America. Doug Roberts, representing Consumers Energy. Shelia Burkhardt, representing the Michigan Milk Producers Association. The following person submitted a card wishing to speak in opposition to HB 4257 and HB 4265, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Nichole Keway Biber, representing the Clean Water Action. At 11:43 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 11:44 AM, Representative Lightner called the committee back to order. Representative Lightner laid HR 99 before the committee: Representative Neyer, along with Rob Anderson representing the Michigan Farm Bureau, testified in support of House Resolution 99. Questions and discussion followed. At 11:54 AM, Representative Lightner laid the committee at ease. At 11:55 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HR 99, but did not wish to speak: Carolan Sonderegger, representing the FLOW. The following people submitted a card in support of HR 99, but did not wish to speak: Jason Hayes, representing the Mackinaw Center for Public Policy. Chuck Lippstreu, representing the Michigan Agri-Business Association. Representative Fox moved to excuse Representatives Wortz and Skaggs from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 11:56 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov HR 99 (Rep. Neyer) A resolution to support President Trump’s policies that are enabling potash mining in Michigan.
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2025-05-08
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Kunse moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 24, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The chair laid a presentation from the Michigan Sugar Company before the committee. John Boothroyd, representing the Michigan Sugar Company, gave a presentation. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Rheingans, along with Roger LaBine, who represents the Lake Superior Chippewa Tribe, gave a presentation on Manoomin, a Native wild rice. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 11:21 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov Thursday, May 1, 2025 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building
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2025-05-01
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Fox moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 17, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The chair laid a presentation from the Michigan Soybean Association before the committee. Ben Steyer and Larry Phelps, representing the Michigan Soybean Association, gave presentation. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 4076 before the committee: A substitute (H-1) was adopted for HB 4076 at the April 17th, 2025, meeting. Representative Wortz moved to report out HB 4076 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Nays: None. Pass: None. Thursday, April 24, 2025 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building HB 4076 (Rep. Neyer) A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled "Food law," by amending section 7129 (MCL 289.7129). There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 11:14 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov
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2025-04-24
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meeting-95
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Absent: Rep. Paiz. Excused: Rep. Paiz. Chair Neyer laid a presentation from the Michigan Vegetable Council before the committee. Greg Bird representing the Michigan Vegetable Council, Kent Karnemaat representing Karnemaat Farms, and Adam Van Dyk representing Vam Dyk farms gave presentation. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 4122 before the committee: Representative Neyer offered the following amendment to HB 4122: 1. Amend page 12, line 11, by striking out "movie" and inserting "meeting". Representative Kunse moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4122. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Nays: None. Thursday, April 17, 2025 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building HB 4122 (Rep. Alexander) A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled "Food law," by amending sections 1105, 1111, and 4102 (MCL 289.1105, 289.1111, and 289.4102), section 1105 as amended by 2014 PA 516, section 1111 as amended by 2018 PA 92, and section 4102 as amended by 2012 PA 178. Pass: None. Representative Skaggs testified in support of his amendment for HB 4122. Representative Skaggs offered the following amendment to HB 4122: 1. Amend page 12, line 21, after "2026." by striking out the balance of the line through "2026." on line 25. Representative Skaggs moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4122. The motion did not prevail 2-7-1: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Rheingans and Skaggs. Nays: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse and Pavlov. Pass: Rep. Dievendorf. Representative Lightner moved to report out HB 4122 with recommendation, as amended. The motion prevailed 9-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Dievendorf and Rheingans. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Skaggs. The Chair laid HB 4245 before the committee: Representative Alexander testified in support of HB 4245. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4122 and HB 4245, but did not wish to speak: Mikaylah Heffernan, representing the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. Rebecca Park, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. Representative Wortz moved to report out HB 4245 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Dievendorf and Skaggs. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Rheingans. At 11:23 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 11:24 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. HB 4245 (Rep. Alexander) A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled "Food law," by amending section 4105 (MCL 289.4105), as amended by 2016 PA 188. The Chair laid HB 4076 before the committee: Representative Alexander moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4076. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Nays: None. Pass: None. At 11:27 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 11:27 AM, Majority Vice Chair Wortz called the committee back to order. Representative Neyer testified in support of HB 4076. Questions and discussion followed. At 11:39 AM, Majority Vice Chair Wortz laid the committee at ease. At 11:40 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Representative Pavlov moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 20, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4076, but did not wish to speak: Valerie Schey, representing the VEGMichigan. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4076, but did not wish to speak: Pepin Tuma, representing the Good Food Institute. Rebecca Park, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. Representative Fox moved to excuse Representative Paiz from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 11:42 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov HB 4076 (Rep. Neyer) A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled "Food law," by amending section 7129 (MCL 289.7129).
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Room 308, House Office Building
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Meeting date
2025-04-17
Meeting id
meeting-83
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Alexander moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 13, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The chair laid a presentation from the Michigan Corn Growers before the committee. Scott Piggott, representing the Michigan Corn Growers, gave a presentation. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 4122 before the committee: Representative Alexander testified in support of HB 4122. Questions and discussion followed. Rebecca Park and Kevin Hershberger, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau, testified in support of HB 4122. Questions and discussions followed. Mollie Woods, representing the MSU Extension Product Center, testified with a neutral position on HB 4122. Questions and discussions followed. Thursday, March 20, 2025 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building HB 4122 (Rep. Alexander) A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled "Food law," by amending sections 1105, 1111, and 4102 (MCL 289.1105, 289.1111, and 289.4102), section 1105 as amended by 2014 PA 516, section 1111 as amended by 2018 PA 92, and section 4102 as amended by 2012 PA 178. Amanda Shreve, representing the Michigan Farmers Market Association, testified in support of HB 4122. Questions and discussions followed. Brenda Maqdasi, representing Rising Voices, testified in support of HB 4122. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4122, but did not wish to speak: Janet Millard, representing the Belleville Central Business Community. Dayna Popkey, representing Growing Hope. Jessica Gleespen, representing the Gleehead Baking Company. Susan Fisher. Beth Anzell, representing the Charlevoix Farmers Market. Sharon Mitton, representing Baking Legends, LLC. Caroline Abbott, representing Abbott Farms. Linda Bader, representing the St. Louis Farmers Market. Sherry McGhee, Market Manager, SEMPA. Ken and Susan Wiltse, representing the Wiltse Kitchen. Carol Moody, representing the Mt. Pleasant Farmers Market. Lucy Pier, Market Manager, Menominee Historic Downtown Farmers Market. Dianna Leavitt, representing DnD Goodies. Octavia Smith, representing the Inkster Task Force Farmers Market. Julian Lauzzana, representing Earthen Heart LLC. Jane Reagan, representing Sowing Growth Eastern Ingham Farmers Market. Lorna Wallis, representing Toonces Treasures LLC. Sarah Longstreth, representing the Good Stead Farm. Diane Middleton, representing the Midland Business Alliance. Amanda Edmonds, representing Beehive Strategies. Alexander Steward, representing the Michigan Farmers Market Association. Cassandra Kozlowski. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 11:34 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov
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Room 308, House Office Building
Media count
2
Meeting date
2025-03-20
Meeting id
meeting-60
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held
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Alexander moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 06, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4017 before the committee: Chair Neyer moved to report out HB 4017 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf and Skaggs. Nays: None. Pass: None. Chair Neyer laid a presentation from Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development before the committee. Tim Boring and David Williams, representing the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, gave presentation. Questions and discussion followed. Thursday, March 13, 2025 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building HB 4017 (Rep. Neyer) A bill to amend 1974 PA 154, entitled "Michigan occupational safety and health act," by amending section 35 (MCL 408.1035), as amended by 2024 PA 17. The Chair laid HB 4006 before the committee: Representative Bierlein testified in support of HB 4006. Questions and discussion followed. Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Township Association, testified with a neutral position on HB 4006. Questions and discussions followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 11:34 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov HB 4006 (Rep. Bierlein) A bill to amend 2006 PA 110, entitled "Michigan zoning enabling act," (MCL 125.3101 to 125.3702) by adding section 204b.
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Meeting date
2025-03-13
Meeting id
meeting-46
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf and Rheingans. Absent: Rep. Skaggs. Excused: Rep. Skaggs. Representative Alexander moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 20, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. Chair Neyer laid a presentation from the Michigan Potato Industry Commission before the committee. Dr. Kelly Turner, representing the Michigan Potato Industry Commission, Phil Gusmano, representing Better Made, Kali Bagley representing Downey's Chips, and Dennis Lott, owner of Lott Seed Farm, gave presentation. Questions and discussion followed. At 11:03 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 11:03 AM, Majority Vice Chair Wortz called the committee back to order. The Chair laid HB 4017 before the committee: Chair Neyer testified in support of House Bill 4017. Questions and discussion followed. At 11:13 AM, Majority Vice Chair Wortz laid the committee at ease. Thursday, March 6, 2025 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building HB 4017 (Rep. Neyer) A bill to amend 1974 PA 154, entitled "Michigan occupational safety and health act," by amending section 35 (MCL 408.1035), as amended by 2024 PA 17. At 11:13 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Barb Eisenmann, Zell Eisenmann, and Noel Eisenmann testified in support of HB 4017. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4017, but did not wish to speak: Rebecca Park, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4017, but did not wish to speak: Ryan Sebolt, representing the Michigan AFL-CIO. Representative Lightner moved to excuse Rep. Skaggs from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 11:41 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov
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Room 308, House Office Building
Media count
2
Meeting date
2025-03-06
Meeting id
meeting-34
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held
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2025-03-06 10:30:00.000000
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2025-2026
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JERRY NEYER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Neyer. The Clerk read a letter dated January 30th, 2025, from House Speaker Matt Hall which appointed members of the Committee on Agriculture. The Chair requested attendance to be called: Present: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Absent: None. Excused: None. Chair Neyer stated that the House Agriculture Committee will follow the Uniform Committee Rules, stated in the House Standing Rules, that were adopted on the House Floor. Chair Neyer offered the following proposed committee rule: At the discretion of the committee chair, a member of the public may address the committee regarding business before the committee. The committee may accept written testimony in lieu of oral testimony. Representative Kunse moved to adopt the proposed committee rule. The motion prevailed 11-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Alexander moved to adopt Thursday at 10:30am in room 308 of the House Office Building as the normal day, time, and location for meetings of the House Agriculture Committee. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: Thursday, February 20, 2025 10:30 AM Room 308, House Office Building FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid a presentation from Michigan Farm Bureau before the committee. Rebecca Park, Legislative Council for the Michigan Farm Bureau, gave presentation. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 11:08 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov
Location
Room 308, House Office Building
Media count
2
Meeting date
2025-02-20
Meeting id
meeting-6
Meeting state
held
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Session name
2025-2026