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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, September 28, 2022 10:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy. Absent: Rep. Aiyash. Excused: Rep. Aiyash. Representative Markkanen moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 21, 2022. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 6218, HB 6220, HB 6254, HB 6255, HB 6257, HB 6258, HB 6388 and HB 6403 before the committee: HB 6218 (Rep. Cambensy) A bill to amend 2012 PA 411, entitled "Rural development fund act," by amending the title and section 7 (MCL 286.947) and by adding section 6a. HB 6220 (Rep. Cambensy) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 63225. HB 6254 (Rep. Cambensy) A bill to amend 1951 PA 77, entitled "An act providing for the specific taxation of low grade iron ore, of low grade iron ore mining property, and of rights to minerals in lands containing low grade iron ores; to provide for the collection and distribution of the specific tax; to make an appropriation; and to prescribe the powers and duties of the state geologist and township supervisors and treasurers with respect to the specific tax," by amending sections 1 and 4 (MCL 211.621 and 211.624), section 1 as amended by 1987 PA 277 and section 4 as amended by 2002 PA 443, and by adding sections 4a and 4b. HB 6255 (Rep. Cambensy) A bill to amend 2012 PA 410, entitled "Nonferrous metallic minerals extraction severance tax act," by amending section 9 (MCL 211.789). HB 6257 (Rep. Cambensy) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding part 636. HB 6258 (Rep. Cambensy) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding part 629 to subchapter 4 of chapter 3 of article III; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 6388 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 63205, 63209, and 63219 (MCL 324.63205, 324.63209, and 324.63219), as added by 2004 PA 449, and by adding sections 63102 and 63102b. HB 6403 (Rep. LaFave) A bill to amend 1911 PA 163, entitled "An act to provide for the election of inspectors of mines in certain cases and the appointment of their deputies, for the appointment of such inspectors of mines and their deputies until the election and qualification of the first inspectors of mines, to prescribe their powers and duties and to provide for their compensation, and to repeal Act No. 213 of the Public Acts of 1887," by amending sections 1, 6, 7, 8, and 8a (MCL 425.101, 425.106, 425.107, 425.108, and 425.108a), sections 1 and 8 as amended by 1984 PA 116; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. Representative Cambensy testified in support of HB 6218, HB 6220, HB 6254, HB 6255, HB 6257, HB 6258, HB 6388 and HB 6403. At 10:46 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:46 AM, Majority Vice Chair Markkanen called the committee back to order. Representative Howell testified in support of HB 6388. Questions and discussion followed. At 10:52 AM, Majority Vice Chair Markkanen laid the committee at ease. At 10:52 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Representative LaFave testified in support of HB 6403. Questions and discussion followed. Travis Boeskool, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy, and Adam Wygant, representing the Oil, Gas and Mineral Division, Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy, testified with no position on HB 6218, HB 6220, HB 6254, HB 6255, HB 6257, HB 6258, HB 6388 and HB 6403. Matt Johnson, representing the Eagle Mine, testified in support of HB 6218, HB 6220, HB 6254, HB 6255, HB 6257, HB 6258, HB 6388 and HB 6403. Questions and discussion followed. Emily Smith, representing the Michigan Environmental Council, testified with a neutral position on HB 6218 and HB 6254. Emily Smith, representing the Michigan Environmental Council, testified in support of HB 6257. Emily Smith, representing the Michigan Environmental Council, testified in opposition to HB 6220 and HB 6388. Dan Ruokalainen, President of United Steel Workers Local 4950, testified in opposition to HB 6403. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 6403, but did not wish to speak: Tricia Anderson, representing United Steel Workers Local 4974. Bryan Fisher, representing United Steel Workers District 1. Donald Blatt, representing the United Steel Workers. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 6218, HB 6220, HB 6254, HB 6255, HB 6257, HB 6258, HB 6388 and HB 6403, but did not wish to speak: Marty Fittante, representing the Invest U.P. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 6255 and HB 6257, but did not wish to speak: Logan Vorce, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 6258, but did not wish to speak: Logan Vorce, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 6218, HB 6220, HB 6254 and HB 6388, but did not wish to speak: Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club. Logan Vorce, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. The Chair laid HB 6101 before the committee: HB 6101 (Rep. Yaroch) A bill to require transfer evaluations before the sale or transfer of certain property; to provide exceptions; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities; to require the promulgation of rules; to require the registration of registered evaluators; and to provide standards for the registration of registered evaluators. Representative Yaroch testified in support of HB 6101. Dr. Joan Rose, representing the Michigan State University Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, testified in support of HB 6101. Travis Boeskool, Dana DeBruyn and Jeremy Hoeh, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy, testified in support of the concept of HB 6101. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 6101 with amendments, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Megan Tinsley, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. Michael Kramer, representing the District Health Department #10. Bob Kingon, representing the Elk-Skegemog Lake Association. Jennifer McKay, representing the Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 6101, but did not wish to speak: Sean McBrearty, representing Clean Water Action. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 6101, but did not wish to speak: Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. The following people submitted a card in support to HB 6101 with amendments, but did not wish to speak: Horst Schmidt, representing the Upper Peninsula Environmental Council. Seth Phillips, representing the Kalkaska County Drain Commissioner/Manistee Lake Association. Dave Dempsey, representing the For Love of Freshwater (FLOW). The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 6101, but did not wish to speak: Brian Westrin, representing the Michigan Realtors. Ryan Knight, representing the Michigan Realtors. Norm Hess, representing the Michigan Association for Local Public Health. Anthony Krautz, representing the Michigan Association of Local Environmental Administrators. Representative LaFave moved to excuse Representative Aiyash 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 11:53 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@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 21, 2022 2:30 PM Room 307, 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, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Absent: Reps. Markkanen, LaFave. Excused: Reps. Markkanen, LaFave. Representative Aiyash moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 9, 2022. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 991 before the committee: SB 991 (Sen. Outman) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 21102a. Jacob Savter, representing the Michigan Ground Water Association, submitted a card in support of SB 991, but did not wish to speak. Representative Eisen moved to report out SB 991 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Wakeman moved to excuse Representatives Markkanen and LaFave 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 2:32 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Angie Lake Acting Committee Clerk alake@house.mi.gov
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2022-06-21
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, June 9, 2022 10:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Absent: Rep. LaFave. Excused: Rep. LaFave. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 26, 2022. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 991 before the committee: SB 991 (Sen. Outman) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 21102a. Senator Outman and Bob Cleary, representing the Michigan Petroleum Association, testified in support of SB 991. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 991, but did not wish to speak: Paige Fults, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Jacob Sauter, representing the Michigan Ground Water Association. Megan Tinsley, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. The Chair laid HB 5631 before the committee: HB 5631 (Rep. Cherry) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 40503. Representative Sowerby moved to report out HB 5631 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5631, but did not wish to speak: Taylor Ridderbusch, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. The Chair laid before the Committee a presentation by Amanda Wendecker and Jim Coburn of the Michigan Boating Industries Association. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HR 313 before the committee: HR 313 (Rep. Roth) A resolution to declare June 4-11, 2022, as Boating and Fishing Week in the state of Michigan. Representative Roth testified in support of HR 313. Representative Markkanen moved to report out HR 313 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card in support of SB 991, but did not wish to speak: Bret Marr, representing the Michigan Boating Industries Association. Representative Markkanen moved to excuse Representative LaFave 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 11:25 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
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2022-06-09
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, May 26, 2022 10:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Absent: Reps. LaFave, Eisen. Excused: Reps. LaFave, Eisen. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 19, 2022. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5642 before the committee: HB 5642 (Rep. Brixie) A bill to designate the black swallowtail butterfly as the official butterfly of the state of Michigan. Representative Sowerby moved to report out HB 5642 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 6-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Cambensy. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5642, but did not wish to speak: Representative Brixie. Susan Leahy, representing the Meridian Garden Club. Emma Reardon, representing the Meridian Garden Club. Harsha Patel, representing the Meridian Garden Club. Sharon Theroux, representing the Meridian Garden Club. David Drain, representing the Lowell Showboat Garden Club. Jean Goetz, representing the Michigan Garden Clubs. Jeanette Meyer, representing the Michigan Garden Clubs. Judy Lindemulder, representing the Michigan Garden Clubs. Hallie Fox, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. The Chair laid before the Committee a presentation by Andrea LaFontaine, Executive Director of the Michigan Trails and Greenways Alliance. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 5961 before the committee: HB 5961 (Rep. Damoose) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 80123, 80124, and 80125 (MCL 324.80123, 324.80124, and 324.80125), section 80123 as added by 1995 PA 58, section 80124 as amended by 2012 PA 294, and section 80125 as amended by 2014 PA 549. Representative Sowerby offered the following amendments to HB 5961: 1. Amend page 7, line 21, after "part." by striking out "Except for a decal that, under subsection (16), does not expire, a". 2. Amend page 4, line 11, after "." by striking out "10.00" and inserting "5.00". 3. Amend page 8, line 2, after "are" by striking out "immediately valid and do not expire" and inserting "valid for a 5-year period that begins on April 1 and expires on March 31 of the fifth year". Representative Sowerby moved to adopt the amendments to HB 5961. The motion did not prevail 3-4-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Wakeman, Martin. Pass: None. Representative Cambensy moved to report out HB 5961 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 5-1-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Wakeman, Martin, Cambensy. Nays: Rep. Sowerby. Pass: Rep. Aiyash. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5961, but did not wish to speak: Scott Everett, representing the Paddle Sport Providers. Representative Markkanen moved to excuse Representatives LaFave and Eisen 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 11:00 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
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2022-05-26
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, May 19, 2022 10:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Markkanen moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 5, 2022. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. Taylor Ridderbusch, legislative liaison at the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, gave the committee an update on the Blue Lakes Fire in northern Michigan. It was reported around 12:40 p.m. Friday, May 13, 2022, northwest of Atlanta near the Pigeon River Country State Forest. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 5902 and HB 5740 before the committee: HB 5902 (Rep. Eisen) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 40102 and 40111a (MCL 324.40102 and 324.40111a), section 40102 as amended by 2015 PA 24 and section 40111a as amended by 2015 PA 265. HB 5740 (Rep. Eisen) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 43535 (MCL 324.43535), as amended by 2013 PA 108. Representative Eisen testified in support of HB 5902 and HB 5740. Questions and discussion followed. Justin Tomei and Amy Trotter representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs testified in opposition to HB 5902 and HB 5740. Questions and discussion followed. Taylor Ridderbusch and Chad Stewart representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources testified in opposition to HB 5902 and HB 5740. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid before the Committee a presentation by Derek Bajema, President and CEO, Michigan Soft Drink Association. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair returned to HB 5902 and HB 5740. Dean Hall representing the Michigan resident testified in opposition to HB 5902 and HB 5740. Janden Miller representing the Michigan Traditional Bowhunters testified in opposition to HB 5902 and HB 5740. Robert Jones representing the Michigan Bowhunters Association testified in opposition to HB 5902 and HB 5740. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5902 and HB 5740, but did not wish to speak: Erik Schnelle, representing the National Deer Association. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 12:00 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: May 26, 2022
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, May 5, 2022 10:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 28, 2022. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5890, HB 5891 and HB 5892 before the committee: HB 5890 (Rep. Griffin) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 5204d, 5301, 5302, 5303, 5306, 5307, 5308, 5309, 5310, 5311, 5401, 5402, 5403, 5404, 5405, 5406, 5407, 5408, 5409, 5412, 5415, 5416, and 19703a (MCL 324.5204d, 324.5301, 324.5302, 324.5303, 324.5306, 324.5307, 324.5308, 324.5309, 324.5310, 324.5311, 324.5401, 324.5402, 324.5403, 324.5404, 324.5405, 324.5406, 324.5407, 324.5408, 324.5409, 324.5412, 324.5415, 324.5416, and 324.19703a), sections 5204d and 19703a as added by 2010 PA 232, sections 5301, 5403, and 5405 as amended by 2021 PA 45, section 5303 as amended by 2012 PA 560, sections 5401, 5404, 5407, 5408, 5409, 5412, 5415, and 5416 as added by 1997 PA 26, and sections 5402 and 5406 as amended by 2012 PA 561, and by adding sections 5307a, 5313b, 5313c, 5407a, and 5415a; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 5891 (Rep. Martin) A bill to amend 1985 PA 227, entitled "Shared credit rating act," by amending section 3 (MCL 141.1053), as amended by 2012 PA 288. HB 5892 (Rep. Cambensy) A bill to amend 1969 PA 306, entitled "Administrative procedures act of 1969," by amending section 7 (MCL 24.207), as amended by 2016 PA 444. Representative Griffin testified in support of HB 5890, HB 5891 and HB 5892. Questions and discussion followed. Travis Boeskool, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy, testified in support of HB 5890, HB 5891 and HB 5892. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Markkanen moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5890. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Aiyash moved to report out HB 5890 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Martin moved to report out HB 5891 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Aiyash moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5892. The motion prevailed 9- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Cambensy moved to report out HB 5892 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5890, HB 5891 and HB 5892, but did not wish to speak: Mike Compagnoni, representing the Michigan Section - American Water Works Association. Hallie Fox, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Mike Compagnoni, representing the Michigan Water Environment Association. Ross Gavin, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5890 and HB 5892, but did not wish to speak: Mike Spence, representing the Southeast Michigan Council on Governments (SEMCOG). The Chair laid HB 5961 before the committee: HB 5961 (Rep. Damoose) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 80123, 80124, and 80125 (MCL 324.80123, 324.80124, and 324.80125), section 80123 as added by 1995 PA 58, section 80124 as amended by 2012 PA 294, and section 80125 as amended by 2014 PA 549. Tas Blekys, from Representative Damoose's office, and Scott Everett, representing the Michigan Association of Paddlesports Providers, testified in support of HB 5961. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 11:10 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
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2022-05-05
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, April 28, 2022 10:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Cambensy moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 24, 2022. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the Committee a presentation by Kristin Phillips, Chief Marketing and Outreach Division, and Taylor Ridderbusch, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, regarding Sportsman Licensing. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360 before the committee: HB 5358 (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 5359 (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 5360 (Rep. Martin) 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. Substitute (H-1) was previously adopted to HB 5358 on December 2, 2021. Representative LaFave moved to report out HB 5358 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Substitute (H-1) was previously adopted to HB 5359 on December 2, 2021. Representative Aiyash moved to report out HB 5359 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Martin moved to report out HB 5360 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360, but did not wish to speak: Connor Bevan, representing the American Sportfishing Association. Kent Keene, representing the Congressional Sportsman's Foundation. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360, but did not wish to speak: David Samson, representing the Michigan resident. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 11:11 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, March 24, 2022 10:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Absent: Rep. LaFave. Excused: Rep. LaFave. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 17, 2022. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the Committee a presentation by Nick Buggia from the Michigan Wildlife Council. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 5890, HB 5891 and HB 5892 before the committee: HB 5890 (Rep. Griffin) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 5204d, 5301, 5302, 5303, 5306, 5307, 5308, 5309, 5310, 5311, 5401, 5402, 5403, 5404, 5405, 5406, 5407, 5408, 5409, 5412, 5415, 5416, and 19703a (MCL 324.5204d, 324.5301, 324.5302, 324.5303, 324.5306, 324.5307, 324.5308, 324.5309, 324.5310, 324.5311, 324.5401, 324.5402, 324.5403, 324.5404, 324.5405, 324.5406, 324.5407, 324.5408, 324.5409, 324.5412, 324.5415, 324.5416, and 324.19703a), sections 5204d and 19703a as added by 2010 PA 232, sections 5301, 5403, and 5405 as amended by 2021 PA 45, section 5303 as amended by 2012 PA 560, sections 5401, 5404, 5407, 5408, 5409, 5412, 5415, and 5416 as added by 1997 PA 26, and sections 5402 and 5406 as amended by 2012 PA 561, and by adding sections 5307a, 5313b, 5313c, 5407a, and 5415a; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 5891 (Rep. Martin) A bill to amend 1985 PA 227, entitled "Shared credit rating act," by amending section 3 (MCL 141.1053), as amended by 2012 PA 288. HB 5892 (Rep. Cambensy) A bill to amend 1969 PA 306, entitled "Administrative procedures act of 1969," by amending section 7 (MCL 24.207), as amended by 2016 PA 444. Representative Griffin, Representative Cambensy and Representative Martin testified in support of HB 5890, HB 5891 and HB 5892. Travis Boeskool and Kelly Green, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy, testified in support of HB 5890, HB 5891 and HB 5892. Questions and discussion followed. Aaron Uranga, representing the MI-American Water Works Association, and Joel Davenport, representing the MI Water Environment Association, testified in support of HB 5890, HB 5891 and HB 5892. Questions and discussion followed. Isaac Matreado, representing the Ishpeming Branch, UP Engineers and Architects, Inc., testified in support of HB 5890, HB 5891 and HB 5892. Charlotte Jameson, representing the Michigan Environmental Council, testified in support of the concept of HB 5890, HB 5891 and HB 5892. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5890, HB 5891 and HB 5892, but did not wish to speak: Sean Hammond, representing the Michigan Townships Association. Mike Spence, representing the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments. Sylvia ordono, representing the People's Water Board Coalition, supports with changes. Cyndi Roper, representing the Safe Water Initiative, supports with changes. Representative Markkanen moved to excuse Representative LaFave 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 at12:30 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
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2022-03-24
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, March 17, 2022 10:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, LaFave, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Absent: Rep. Eisen. Excused: Rep. Eisen. Representative Markkanen joined the committee remotely. The Chair laid HB 5642 before the committee: HB 5642 (Rep. Brixie) A bill to designate the black swallowtail butterfly as the official butterfly of the state of Michigan. Representative Brixie, Monica Taylor and Jeanette Meyer, both representing the Michigan Garden Club, testified in support of HB 5642. Questions and discussion followed. Susan Leahy, representing the Meridian Garden Club, testified in support of HB 5642. Keira Voldeck, representing the Okemos Public Montessori School, testified in support of HB 5642. Questions and discussion followed The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5642, but did not wish to speak: Taylor Ridderbusch, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5642, but did not wish to speak: Christian Doxie, representing the Okemos Public Montessori School. Allie Panagopoulos, representing the Okemos Public Montessori School. Hudson Winn, representing the Okemos Public Montessori School. Autumn Fluker, representing the Okemos Public Montessori School. Jennifer Muffett, representing the Okemos Public Montessori School. Ethan Muffett, representing the Okemos Public Montessori School. Shulawn Doxie, representing the Okemos Public Montessori School. Keira Heie, representing the Okemos Public Montessori School. William Doxie, Jr., representing the Okemos Public Montessori School. Brian Winn, representing the Okemos Public Montessori School. Greg Panagopoulos, representing the Okemos Public Montessori School. Ellen Hoekstra, representing the private citizen. Amy Trotter, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs. Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club. Cinny Gould, representing the Lowell Showboat Garden Club. David Drain, representing the Lowell Showboat Garden Club. Carol McGregor, representing the Lowell Showboat Garden Club. Karla Labby, representing the MGC, KGC and Chula Vista Garden Club. Rosemary LaDuke, representing the Michigan Garden Clubs and the Plainwell Parks and Recreation Commission. Jean Goetz, representing the Meridian Garden Club. The Chair laid HB 5631 before the committee: HB 5631 (Rep. Cherry) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 40503. Representative Cherry and Al Stewart, the Director of Nimrod Education Center, Hillsdale College, testified in support of HB 5631. Questions and discussion followed. Glen Blackwood, representing the Ruffed Grouse Society, testified in support of HB 5631. Taylor Ridderbusch and Jared Duquette, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in opposition to HB 5631. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5631, but did not wish to speak: Scot Williamson, representing the Wildlife Management Institute. Brian Vigue, representing the Audubon Great Lakes. Representative Wakeman moved to excuse Representative Eisen from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 10, 2022. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 11:28 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
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2022-03-17
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, March 10, 2022 10:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Absent: Rep. LaFave. Excused: Rep. LaFave. Representative Aiyash joined the committee remotely. Representative Markkanen moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 3, 2022. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation by Emily Finnell, Senior Great Lakes Advisor and Strategist, and Travis Boeskool, Legislative Liaison, Office of Legislative Affairs, Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. Questions and discussions followed. Representative Markkanen moved to excuse Representative LaFave 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 11:22 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
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2022-03-10
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, March 3, 2022 10:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representatives LaFave and Aiyash joined the committee remotely. Representative Eisen moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 17, 2022. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the Committee a presentation by Cody Norton, Large Carnivore Specialist, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, regarding Michigan black bear biology, management, living with bears and the surrogate sow program. Questions and discussions followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 11:14 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
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2022-03-03
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, February 17, 2022 10:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Absent: Rep. LaFave. Excused: Rep. LaFave. Representative Markkanen moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 10, 2022. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 209, SB 210 and SB 211 before the committee: SB 209 (Sen. McBroom) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," (MCL 600.101 to 600.9947) by adding section 2980. SB 210 (Sen. McBroom) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 81133 (MCL 324.81133), as amended by 2018 PA 206. SB 211 (Sen. McBroom) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 82123 (MCL 324.82123), as added by 1995 PA 58. Representative Markkanen moved to report out SB 209 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 5-2-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin. Nays: Reps. Sowerby, Aiyash. Pass: Rep. Cambensy. Representative Eisen moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 210. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Wakeman moved to report out SB 210 with recommendation, as substitute . The motion prevailed 5-2-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin. Nays: Reps. Sowerby, Aiyash. Pass: Rep. Cambensy. Representative Aiyash moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 211. The motion prevailed 8-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Eisen moved to report out SB 211 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 5-2-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin. Nays: Reps. Sowerby, Aiyash. Pass: Rep. Cambensy. The following person submitted a card in opposition to SB 210 and SB 211, but did not wish to speak: Taylor Ridderbusch, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. The Chair laid HB 5661 before the committee: HB 5661 (Rep. Rogers) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 30111d. Representative Rogers testified in support of HB 5661. Questions and discussion followed. Herb Theodore, representing the Kalamazoo River Alliance, testified in support of HB 5661. Questions and discussion followed. Cheryl Vosburg, representing the Kalamazoo River Watershed Council, testified in support of HB 5661. Questions and discussion followed. Travis Boeskool and Jerrod Sanders, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy, testified in support of HB 5661. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card indicating they are seeking amendments to HB 5661, but did not wish to speak: Winston Feeheley, representing DTE. Doug Roberts, representing Consumers Energy. Caroline Liethen, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5661, but did not wish to speak: Megan Tinsley, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. Hallie Fox, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Representative Wakeman moved to excuse Representative LaFave 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 11:28 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
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2022-02-17
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meeting-1651
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, February 10, 2022 10:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from January 27, 2022. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. At 10:33 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:39 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid SB 209, SB 210 and SB 211 before the committee: SB 209 (Sen. McBroom) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," (MCL 600.101 to 600.9947) by adding section 2980. SB 210 (Sen. McBroom) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 81133 (MCL 324.81133), as amended by 2018 PA 206. SB 211 (Sen. McBroom) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 82123 (MCL 324.82123), as added by 1995 PA 58. Senator McBroom testified in support of SB 209, SB 210 and SB 211. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in opposition to SB 210 and SB 211, but did not wish to speak: Taylor Ridderbusch, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. The following person submitted a card in opposition to SB 209, SB 210 and SB 211, but did not wish to speak: Bill Flory, representing the Michigan Association for Justice. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
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2022-02-10
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, January 27, 2022 10:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Eisen moved to adopt the meeting minutes from December 9, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation by Amy Trotter, Executive Director, Michigan United Conservation Clubs, on Proposal G of 1996. She also testified in support of SCR 7. The Chair laid SCR 7 before the committee: SCR 7 (Sen. McBroom) A concurrent resolution to urge the Natural Resources Commission to authorize, and the Department of Natural Resources to organize, wolf hunting and trapping as part of the state's wolf management efforts beginning in 2021. Representative Markkanen moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SCR 7. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative LaFave and Senator McBroom testified in support of SCR 7. Questions and discussion followed. Nick Buggia, representing the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation, testified in support of SCR 7. Molly Tamulevich, Michigan State Director, Humane Society of the United States, testified in opposition to SCR 7. Questions and discussion followed. Erik Schnelle, representing the National Deer Association, testified in support of SCR 7. Questions and discussion followed. Scott Carter, representing the Detroit Zoological Society, testified in opposition to SCR 7. Questions and discussion followed. Nichole Biber, a tribal citizen - LTGG Odawa, testified in opposition to SCR 7. Thomas Gilpin, a Michigan resident, testified in opposition to SCR 7. Elijah Keller, representing the Michigan Bear Hunter's Association, testified in support of SCR 7. Gary Gorniak, representing the Upper Peninsula Sportsman's Alliance, testified in support of SCR 7. The following people submitted a card in support of SCR 7, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: David Johnson, representing the Upper Peninsula Sportsmans Alliance. Steve Dey, representing the Straits Area Sportsmen's Club. The following person submitted a card in opposition to SCR 7, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Be Friedlander, representing Attorneys for Animals. The following people submitted a card in support of SCR 7, but did not wish to speak: Greg Peter, representing the Chelsea Rod and Gun Club. George Lindquist, representing the UP Whitetails of Marquette. Joe Hudson, representing the UP Bear Houndsmen Association. Mike Thorman, representing the Michigan Hunting Dog Federation. Andrew Vermeesch, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. Leon Hank, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs and National Deer Association. Roger Thorman, representing the Michigan Fox Hunters Association. Jim Wale, representing the Michigan State United Coon Hunters Association. Mark Spencer, representing the Michigan Trappers and Predatory Callers Association. George Lindquist, representing the Big Bay Sportsmen Club. The following people submitted a card in opposition to SCR 7, but did not wish to speak: Thomas Gilpin, representing the Michigan Sierra Club. Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club. Ron Khoury, representing the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians. Representative LaFave moved to report out SCR 7 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-2-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin. Nays: Reps. Sowerby, Aiyash. Pass: Rep. Cambensy. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 11:59 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
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2022-01-27
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meeting-1611
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, December 9, 2021 10:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from December 2, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation on the Circular Economy by Dr. Rex LaMore, Director of the Center for Community Economic Development, and Dr. Kris Jolley, Manager, MSU Surplus Store & Recycling. They were introduced by Dr. Kathy Wilbur, Senior Vice President of Government Relations, Michigan State University. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360 before the committee: HB 5358 (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 5359 (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 5360 (Rep. Martin) 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. Representative LaFave moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5358. The motion prevailed 9- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Sowerby moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5359. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid SB 251 before the committee: SB 251 (Sen. McBroom) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 47309, 47311, and 47315 (MCL 324.47309, 324.47311, and 324.47315), as added by 1995 PA 57. Representative Markkanen moved to report out SB 251 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 11:29 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
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2021-12-09
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, December 2, 2021 8:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, LaFave, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Absent: Rep. Eisen. Excused: Rep. Eisen. Representative Cambensy moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 28, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 251 before the committee: SB 251 (Sen. McBroom) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 47309, 47311, and 47315 (MCL 324.47309, 324.47311, and 324.47315), as added by 1995 PA 57. Senator McBroom testified in support of SB 251. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on SB 251, but did not wish to speak: Craig Brunet, representing the Department of Natural Resources. The following person submitted a card in support of SB 251, but did not wish to speak: Scott Everett, a commercial fisherman. The Chair laid HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360 before the committee: HB 5358 (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 5359 (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 5360 (Rep. Martin) 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. Representative LaFave offered the following amendments to HB 5358: 1. Amend page 1, line 1, after "March 1," by striking out "2021," and inserting "2023,". 2. Amend page 6, line 23, after "guide" by inserting "when a hunting client is present". Representative LaFave moved to adopt the amendments to HB 5358. The motion prevailed 8- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Cambensy offered the following amendments to HB 5358: 1. Amend page 6, following line 25, by inserting: "(vii) An individual who provides assistance when a hunting client is not present. (viii) An individual who is compensated for providing assistance to an individual with a disability or physical limitation. As used in this subparagraph, "individual with a disability or physical limitation" means a disabled person as that term is defined in section 19a of the Michigan vehicle code, 1949 PA 300, MCL 257.19a.". 2. Amend page 7, line 15, by striking out all of enacting section 2 and inserting: "Enacting section 2. This amendatory act does not take effect unless all of the following bills of the 101st Legislature are enacted into law: (a) House Bill No. 5359. (b) House Bill No. 5360.". Representative Cambensy moved to adopt the amendments to HB 5358. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative LaFave offered the following amendments to HB 5359: 1. Amend page 1, line 1, after "March 1," by striking out "2021," and inserting "2023,". 2. Amend page 7, line 5, after "guide" by inserting "when a fishing client is present". Representative LaFave moved to adopt the amendments to HB 5359. The motion prevailed 8- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Cambensy offered the following amendments to HB 5359: 1. Amend page 7, following line 7, by inserting: "(iv) An individual who provides assistance when a fishing client is not present. (v) An individual who is compensated for providing assistance to an individual with a disability or physical limitation. As used in this subparagraph, "individual with a disability or physical limitation" means a disabled person as that term is defined in section 19a of the Michigan vehicle code, 1949 PA 300, MCL 257.19a.". 2. Amend page 7, line 25, by striking out all of enacting section 2 and inserting: "Enacting section 2. This amendatory act does not take effect unless all of the following bills of the 101st Legislature are enacted into law: (a) House Bill No. 5358. (b) House Bill No. 5360.". Representative Cambensy moved to adopt the amendments to HB 5359. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative LaFave offered the following amendments to HB 5359: 1. Amend page 3, line 26, after "issued." by striking out the balance of the page through "valid." on line 1 of page 4. 2. Amend page 7, line 8, after "48714b." by striking out "(1)". 3. Amend page 7, line 17, by striking out all of subsection (2). Representative LaFave moved to adopt the amendments to HB 5359. The motion prevailed 8- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360, but did not wish to speak: Craig Brunet, representing the Department of Natural Resources. Bea Friedlander, representing the Attorneys for Animals. Representative Sowerby moved to excuse Representative Eisen 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 8:51 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, October 28, 2021 10:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Cambensy moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 14, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5388 before the committee: HB 5388 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 503 (MCL 324.503), as amended by 2018 PA 240. Representative LaFave moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5388. The motion did not prevail 4-5-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Cambensy. Nays: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Aiyash. Pass: None. Representative Eisen moved to report out HB 5388 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: Reps. Markkanen, LaFave. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5388, but did not wish to speak: Rich Bowman, representing The Nature Conservancy. Bryan Burroughs, representing Michigan Trout Unlimited. The Chair laid HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360 before the committee: HB 5358 (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 5359 (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 5360 (Rep. Martin) 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 10:36 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:37 AM, Majority Vice Chair Markkanen called the committee back to order. Representative Howell, Representative Cherry and Representative Martin testified in support of HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360. Amy Trotter, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs, and Mike Thorman, representing the Michigan Hunting Dog Federation, testified in support of HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360. Questions and discussion followed. Craig Brunet, Sarah Cummins and Seth Herbst, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in support of HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360. Questions and discussion followed. Bryan Burroughs, representing Michigan Trout Unlimited, testified in support of HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360. Michael Pedigo, representing himself, testified in support of HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360. Questions and discussion followed. Dennis Stachewicz, representing Aspen Thicket Grouse Dogs, testified in support of HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360. Questions and discussion followed. Gary Gorniak, representing the Upper Peninsula Sportsmen's Club, testified in support of HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360. At 10:42 AM, Majority Vice Chair Markkanen laid the committee at ease. At 10:42 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5358, HB 5359 and HB 5360, but did not wish to speak: Joe Hudson, representing the U.P. Bear Houndsmen Association. Allen Kasdorf, representing the St. Joseph County Conservation Club. Roger Calhoun, representing the Livingston County Wildlife and Conservation Club. Ray Schmidt, representing Double SS Outdoors. Marc Traver, representing Metro West Steelheaders. George Lindquist, representing the U.P. Whitetails of Marquette County. Bryan Reynolds, representing the Big Bay Sportsman's Club. Erik Schnelle, representing the State Advisory Council of National Deer Association. Mindy Koch, representing the Michigan Resource Stewards. Denny Grinold, representing the Michigan Charter Boat Association. Kyle Rorah, representing Ducks Unlimited. Jane Finnerty, representing the Cadillac Sportsman's Club. Greg Peter, representing the Chelsea Rod and Gun Club. Nick Buggia, representing the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation. Mark Spencer, representing the Michigan Trapper's and Predator Callers Association. The Chair laid HR 186 before the committee: HR 186 (Rep. Aiyash) A resolution to call on the state of Michigan to act quickly to replace lead service lines that have contaminated drinking water sources in the city of Hamtramck. Representative Sowerby moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HR 186. The motion prevailed 9- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Aiyash testified in support of HR 186. Representative Markkanen moved to report out HR 186 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card in support of HR 186, but did not wish to speak: Megan Tinsley, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 11:54 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, October 14, 2021 10:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Markkanen moved to adopt the meeting minutes from October 7, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5388 before the committee: HB 5388 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 503 (MCL 324.503), as amended by 2018 PA 240. Craig Brunet and Scott Whitcomb, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in support of HB 5388. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5388, but did not wish to speak: Amy Trotter, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs. Sean Hammond, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. The Chair laid HB 5373 before the committee: HB 5373 (Rep. Manoogian) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 8902 and 8905a (MCL 324.8902 and 324.8905a), section 8905a as amended by 2014 PA 549. Representative Manoogian and Nisha Singhi testified in support of HB 5373. Questions and discussion followed. Amy Trotter, representing the Michigan United Conservative Clubs, testified in support of HB 5373. Questions and discussion followed. Sean Hammond and Megan Tinsley, representing the Michigan Environmental Council, testified in support of HB 5373. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5373, but did not wish to speak: Molly Tamulevich, representing the Humane Society of the United States. Patrick Hogan, representing Tomahawk Archers. Travis Boeskool, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Environment. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 11:49 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
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2021-10-14
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, October 7, 2021 10:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Aiyash. Absent: Reps. LaFave, Cambensy. Excused: Reps. LaFave, Cambensy. Representative Aiyash moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 30, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation by Carol Rose, Chair, Michigan Natural Resources Commission. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Sowerby moved to excuse Representatives LaFave and Cambensy 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 11:32 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: October 14, 2021
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, September 30, 2021 10:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 24, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation by Scott Whitcomb, Senior Advisor for Wildlife and Public Lands, Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation by Amy Trotter and Ian FitzGerald, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Gary Howell adjourned the meeting at 11:30 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
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2021-09-30
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, June 24, 2021 10:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 17, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4205 and HB 4206 before the committee: HB 4205 (Rep. Steven Johnson) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 82103 (MCL 324.82103), as added by 1995 PA 58. HB 4206 (Rep. Roth) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 82118 (MCL 324.82118), as amended by 2010 PA 371. Representative Roth, Jonathan Magry, representing Representative Steve Johnson, and Karen Middledorp, representing the Michigan Snowmobile and ORV Association, testified in support of HB 4205 and HB 4206. Craig Brunet, Ron Olson, and Lt. Tom Wanless, representing the Department of Natural Resources, testified in support of HB 4205 and HB 4206. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4205 and HB 4206, but did not wish to speak: Representative Beson. Representative Markkanen moved to report out HB 4205 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative LaFave moved to reconsider the vote by which HB 4205 was passed. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Markkanen moved to report out HB 4205 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative LaFave moved to report out HB 4206 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4529 before the committee: HB 4529 (Rep. Eisen) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 81133 (MCL 324.81133), as amended by 2018 PA 206. Representative Eisen testified in support of HB 4529. Questions and discussion followed. Craig Brunet, Ron Olson and Lt. Tom Wanless, representing the Department of Natural Resources, testified in opposition to HB 4529. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 11:07 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
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2021-06-24
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meeting-1448
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, June 17, 2021 10:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Cambensy moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 10, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the Committee a presentation by Karen Middendorp, Executive Director, Michigan Snowmobile and ORV Association. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 4535 and HB 4536 before the committee: HB 4535 (Rep. Borton) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 82101 and 82110 (MCL 324.82101 and 324.82110), section 82101 as amended by 2020 PA 385 and section 82110 as amended by 2004 PA 587, and by adding section 82163. HB 4536 (Rep. Borton) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending section 8831 (MCL 600.8831), as added by 1995 PA 54. Representative Sowerby moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4535. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Borton testified in support of HB 4535 and HB 4536. Questions and discussion followed. Karen Middendorp, representing the Michigan Snowmobile and Off Road Vehicle Association (MISORVA), testified in support of HB 4535 and HB 4536. Questions and discussion followed. Jim Kelts, representing the Michigan Snowmobile and Off Road Vehicle Association (MISORVA), testified in support of HB 4535 and HB 4536. Paul Anderson, representing himself, testified in support of HB 4535 and HB 4536. Questions and discussion followed. Jenny Marr, representing the Michigan Library Association, testified in opposition to HB 4535 and HB 4536. Questions and discussion followed. Craig Brunet, Ron Olson and Lt. David Shaw, representing the Department of Natural Resources, testified with a neutral position on HB 4535 and HB 4536. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Markkanen moved to report out HB 4535 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Eisen moved to report out HB 4536 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4980 before the committee: HB 4980 (Rep. VanSingel) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 626a (MCL 257.626a). Representative VanSingel testified in support of HB 4980. Questions and discussion followed. Representative LaFave moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4980. The motion prevailed 8- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Dave Martel, representing the Silver Lake Recreation Area, testified in support of HB 4980. Craig Brunet, representing the Department of Natural Resources, testified with a neutral position on HB 4980. Questions and discussion followed. Representative LaFave moved to report out HB 4980 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 1). The motion prevailed 6-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Cambensy. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Sowerby, Aiyash. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4980, but did not wish to speak: Karen Middendorp, representing the Michigan Snowmobile and ORV Association. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 11:52 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
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2021-06-17
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meeting-1426
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, June 10, 2021 10:30 AM Room 307, House Office Building The House Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was called to order by Chair Howell. The Clerk read in a letter from House Speaker Wentworth removing Representative Marino from the committee and appointing Representative Martin. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, Eisen, Wakeman, Martin, Sowerby, Cambensy and Aiyash. Absent: Rep. LaFave. Excused: Rep. LaFave. Representative Aiyash joined the committee remotely. Representative Sowerby moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 27, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the Committee a presentation regarding PFAS by the Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy, Michigan PFAS Action Team, and Department of Health and Human Services. Travis Boeskool, representing the Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy, introduced the panel and gave an overview. Questions and discussion followed. Abigail Hendershott, representing the Michigan PFAS Action Response Team, presented and explained portions of the power point. Questions and discussion followed. Kory Groetsch, representing the Bureau of Epidemiology and Population Health, MDHHS, presented and explained portions of the power point. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Markkanen moved to excuse Representative LaFave 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 11:36 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
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2021-06-10
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meeting-1408
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, May 27, 2021 10:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Absent: Rep. Marino. Excused: Rep. Marino. Representative LaFave moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 20, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4766, HB 4767, HB 4768, HB 4769, HB 4770 and HB 4771 before the committee: HB 4766 (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 4767 (Rep. Aiyash) 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 4768 (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 4769 (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 4770 (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 4771 (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 report out HB 4766 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Aiyash moved to report out HB 4767 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Markkanen moved to report out HB 4768 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative LaFave moved to report out HB 4769 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Aiyash moved to report out HB 4770 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Sowerby offered the following amendment to HB 4771: 1. Amend page 7, line 12, after "than" by inserting "a total of 95% or by more than the corresponding percentage for each of". Representative Sowerby moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4771. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative LaFave moved to report House Bill No. 4771 as amended, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4766, HB 4767, HB 4768, HB 4769, HB 4770 and HB 4771, but did not wish to speak: Herasanna Richards, representing the Michigan Municipal League. Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association. Sean Hammond, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. The Chair laid before the Committee a presentation by John Dulmes, Executive Director, Michigan Chemistry Council. Questions and discussion followed. Representative LaFave moved to excuse Representative Marino 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 11:10 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
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Room 307, House Office Building
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2021-05-27
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meeting-1382
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2021-2022
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2021-05-20 11:31:00.000000
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committee-89
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Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR RECREATION REP. GARY HOWELL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Thursday, May 20, 2021 10:30 AM Room 307, 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, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Absent: Rep. Marino. Excused: Rep. Marino. Representative LaFave moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 6, 2021. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4332 before the committee: HB 4332 (Rep. Steven Johnson) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 81116 (MCL 324.81116), as amended by 2017 PA 199. Representative Sowerby offered the following amendment to HB 4332: 1. Amend page 3, line 9, after "place" by inserting "facing forward". Representative Sowerby moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4332. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Markkanen moved to report HB 4332 as amended, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy, Aiyash. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4080 before the committee: HB 4080 (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 Markkanen moved to report out HB 4080 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 5-1-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Eisen, Wakeman. Nays: Rep. Sowerby. Pass: Reps. Cambensy, Aiyash. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4080, but did not wish to speak: George Linquist, representing the UP Whitetails of Marquette Co. The Chair laid HB 4766, HB 4767, HB 4768, HB 4769, HB 4770 and HB 4771 before the committee: HB 4766 (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 4767 (Rep. Aiyash) 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 4768 (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 4769 (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 4770 (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 4771 (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 Howell testified in support of the bill package. Representative Aiyash testified in support of HB 4767. Questions and discussion followed. Representative VanSingel testified in support of HB 4768. Representative Sowerby testified in support of HB 4769 and HB 4771. Questions and discussion followed. Travis Boeskool, Mary Ann Dolehanty and Tammy Bell, representing the Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy, testified in support of HB 4767 and HB 4768. Questions and discussion followed. Jonathan Byrd, Jeff Smrz, and Chris Chwalek, representing the Michigan Laborers District Council, testified in support of HB 4766, HB 4767, HB 4768, HB 4769, HB 4770 and HB 4771. Questions and discussion followed. Nick Leonard, representing the Great Lakes Environmental Law Center, testified in support of HB 4766, HB 4767, HB 4768, HB 4769, HB 4770 and HB 4771. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4766, HB 4769, HB 4770 and HB 4771, but did not wish to speak: Travis Boeskool, representing the Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4766, HB 4767, HB 4768, HB 4769, HB 4770 and HB 4771, but did not wish to speak: Ron Khoury, representing Operating Engineers Local #324. Hallie Fox, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4770 and HB 4771 but did not wish to speak: Bree Anderson, representing the Department of Technology, Management and Budget. Representative LaFave moved to excuse Representative Marino 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 11:31 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
Location
Room 307, House Office Building
Media count
1
Meeting date
2021-05-20
Meeting id
meeting-1367
Meeting state
held
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Quorum state
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Scheduled start
2021-05-20 10:30:00.000000
Session name
2021-2022

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