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Legislative Session(s): 2011-2012
Document Type(s): Bills
Sponsor: Arlan Meekhof
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SB 0001 of 2011 Senate Bill Michigan business tax; repeal; Michigan business tax; repeal. Repeals 2007 PA 36 (MCL 208.1101 - 208.1601).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
SCR 0001 of 2011 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution granting authority for adjournment for more than 2 days.
Last Action: REFERRED TO SECRETARY FOR RECORD
SR 0001 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution notifying the Governor and the House of Representatives that the Senate is ready to proceed with the business of the session.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SCR 0002 of 2011 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution prescribing the Joint Convention Rules for the Legislature.
Last Action: REFERRED TO SECRETARY FOR RECORD
SR 0002 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution for the adoption of the Standing Rules of the Senate.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SCR 0003 of 2011 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution providing for a joint convention of the Senate and House of Representatives.
Last Action: REFERRED TO SECRETARY FOR RECORD
SR 0003 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to decry the recent shooting in Tucson and to express the hope that this tragedy can unify our country.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SCR 0005 of 2011 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution for the adoption of the Joint Rules of the Senate and House of Representatives.
Last Action: REFERRED TO SECRETARY FOR RECORD
SJR E of 2011 Senate Joint Resolution Legislature; other; budget process; require legislature to present all general appropriation bills to the governor by July 1 and require forfeiture of legislators' salaries for failure to present those bills by that date. Amends sec. 31, art. IV & adds sec. 55 to art. IV of the state constitution.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE WITH SUBSTITUTE S-1
SCR 0006 of 2011 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution to memorialize the United States Congress to take immediate steps to impose a moratorium on greenhouse gas, air quality, and other regulatory actions by the Environmental Protection Agency.
Last Action: REFERRED TO SECRETARY FOR RECORD
SR 0006 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to express opposition to the imposition of a ban of firearm hunting and snowmobiling in certain areas of the Huron-Manistee National Forest.
Last Action: ROLL CALL # 18 YEAS 38 NAYS 0 EXCUSED 0 NOT VOTING 0
SR 0007 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to express support for the Attorney General's efforts to accelerate federal government efforts to devise a plan to prevent Asian carp from invading the Great Lakes, to express support for the Snyder Administration's efforts to prevent Asian carp from invading the Great Lakes, and to call on the Obama Administration to take all necessary actions to prevent the invasion.
Last Action: ADOPTED AS SUBSTITUTED S-1
SJR H of 2011 Senate Joint Resolution Natural resources; hunting; hunting, trapping, and fishing as a constitutional right; establish. Amends the state constitution by adding sec. 28 to art. I.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON OUTDOOR RECREATION AND TOURISM
SCR 0009 of 2011 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution to reject the proposed increase in rates of compensation recommended by the Civil Service Commission and contained in the Executive Budget for fiscal year 2011-2012 relative to the extension of health benefits to adults and their dependents living with but not related to a classified employee.
Last Action: not adopted Roll Call # 77 Yeas 66 Nays 41
SR 0010 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to memorialize the United States Congress to take immediate steps to impose a moratorium on greenhouse gas, air quality, and other regulatory actions by the Environmental Protection Agency.
Last Action: ADOPTED AS SUBSTITUTED S-1
HCR 0010 of 2011 House Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution prescribing the legislative schedule.
Last Action: adopted by Senate - referred to the Clerk for record
SCR 0011 of 2011 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution to express opposition to the President's proposal to make major cuts to funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative and to memorialize the U.S. Congress to reject the reductions.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES, ENVIRONMENT AND GREAT LAKES
SCR 0012 of 2011 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution of tribute offered as a memorial for James Damman, former Lieutenant Governor and former member of the House of Representatives.
Last Action: returned to Senate
SCR 0015 of 2011 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution to request the Michigan Supreme Court to issue an opinion on the constitutionality of the provisions of 2011 PA 38 allowing the taxation of certain pension income.
Last Action: referred to Committee on Tax Policy
SCR 0016 of 2011 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution prescribing the legislative schedule.
Last Action: REFERRED TO SECRETARY FOR RECORD
SJR P of 2011 Senate Joint Resolution Public employees and officers; state; maximum number of unclassified employees; increase. Amends sec. 5, art. XI of the state constitution.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON REFORMS, RESTRUCTURING AND REINVENTING
SCR 0017 of 2011 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution prescribing the legislative schedule.
Last Action: referred to Committee on Government Operations
SCR 0018 of 2011 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution to memorialize Congress to take immediate action to close the O'Brien Lock and Dam in the Chicago Waterway System to prevent Asian carp from entering Lake Michigan and the Great Lakes watershed.
Last Action: REFERRED TO SECRETARY FOR RECORD
SJR S of 2011 Senate Joint Resolution Elections; recall; reasons for recalling an elective officer; amend constitution to provide for. Amends sec. 8, art. II of the state constitution.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
SR 0019 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to express opposition to the President's proposal to make major cuts to funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative and to memorialize the U.S. Congress to reject the reductions.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES, ENVIRONMENT AND GREAT LAKES
SCR 0020 of 2011 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution to memorialize the United States Congress to enact legislation that classifies forestry management activities as nonpoint sources under the federal Clean Water Act.
Last Action: REFERRED TO SECRETARY FOR RECORD
SR 0021 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution memorializing the life of Corporal Matthew T. Bolar.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SR 0023 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to declare March 14-18, 2011, as Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SCR 0024 of 2011 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution prescribing the legislative schedule.
Last Action: REFERRED TO SECRETARY FOR RECORD
SR 0024 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to memorialize Congress and the United States Drug Enforcement Agency to make it illegal to possess, use, or sell the drugs MDPV and mephedrone.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SCR 0025 of 2011 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution prescribing the legislative schedule.
Last Action: referred to Committee on Government Operations
HCR 0031 of 2011 House Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution to memorialize Congress and the U.S. Department of Agriculture to increase the flexibility of states to administer the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON FAMILIES, SENIORS AND HUMAN SERVICES
SR 0045 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to declare May 3, 2011, as Patriot Flag Day in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SB 0046 of 2011
(PA 0097 of 2011)
Senate Bill Land use; zoning and growth management; production of ethanol on farms; authorize. Amends 2006 PA 110 (MCL 125.3101 - 125.3702) by adding sec. 513.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0097'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SR 0046 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution recognizing May 1-7, 2011, as Michigan Charter Schools Week.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0050 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution recognizing 2011 as World Veterinary Year in Michigan.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0051 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution observing the National Day of Prayer on May 5, 2011.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SB 0051 of 2011 Senate Bill Health; research; research on a live or aborted embryo, fetus, or neonate; prohibit after elective abortions and require consent after spontaneous and nonelective abortions. Amends secs. 2685 & 2688 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.2685 & 333.2688).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY
SB 0053 of 2011
(PA 0021 of 2011)
Senate Bill Civil procedure; evidence; introduction of evidence of an expression of sympathy as an admission of liability in a civil action; prohibit. Amends 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.101 - 600.9947) by adding sec. 2155.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0021'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0057 of 2011 Senate Bill Criminal procedure; sentencing guidelines; crime of carrying a concealed weapon in a prohibited place; delete from guidelines due to repeal of section. Amends sec. 11b, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.11b). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0058'11
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
SR 0063 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States to make significant reforms to the National Flood Insurance Program.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON INSURANCE
SR 0064 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to declare August 2011 as Camping and Recreational Vehicle Month in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0065 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to urge Michigan's public universities to adopt policies to protect the rights of students in counseling, social work, or psychology programs who are faced with situations that conflict with their religious beliefs.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION
SR 0066 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to memorialize the President and the United States Congress to enact legislation protecting the rights of conscience of students seeking counseling degrees and licensed professional counselors.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION
SR 0068 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution of tribute offered to honor Monica Martinez upon the completion of her term on the Michigan Public Service Commission.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SR 0070 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution proclaiming July 11, 2011, as Srebrenica Remembrance Day in the state of Michigan and the week of July 11, 2011, as Bosnia and Herzegovina Tribute Week.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0072 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution memorializing the life of Betty Ford, former First Lady.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SR 0076 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution designating September 11-17, 2011, as Michigan Patriot Week.
Last Action: ROLL CALL # 474 YEAS 37 NAYS 0 EXCUSED 1 NOT VOTING 0
SR 0078 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to observe September 2011 as National Recovery Month in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0081 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to amend the Standing Rules of the Senate.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0087 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to recognize October 17, 2011, as Young Marines Day in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SR 0090 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to recognize October 20, 2011, as Hispanic Advocacy Day in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SR 0091 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution proclaiming November 2011 as Epilepsy Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0092 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution recognizing November 3, 2011, as Chevrolet's centennial birthday.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SR 0094 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to memorialize Congress and the United States Department of Labor to halt the implementation of proposed restrictions regarding youth employment on farms.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SB 0095 of 2011 Senate Bill Labor; hours and wages; requirement of paying prevailing wages on state projects; eliminate. Repeals 1965 PA 166 (MCL 408.551 - 408.558).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
SR 0095 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to express support for the continued efforts of the Michigan Attorney General to oppose the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and its amendments and to memorialize Congress to repeal it.
Last Action: ROLL CALL # 667 YEAS 20 NAYS 17 EXCUSED 1 NOT VOTING 0
SR 0096 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to declare November 2011 as Diabetes Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SB 0096 of 2011 Senate Bill Labor; hours and wages; reference to repealed law; eliminate. Amends sec. 8 of 1974 PA 338 (MCL 125.1608). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0095'11
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
SB 0097 of 2011 Senate Bill Labor; hours and wages; reference to repealed law; eliminate. Amends secs. 503, 523, 553 & 1311e of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.503 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0095'11
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
SR 0097 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States to enact legislation to ensure that amounts credited to the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund are used solely for the dredging, infrastructure, operation, and maintenance of federally authorized ports, harbors, and waterways.
Last Action: ADOPTED AS SUBSTITUTED S-1
SR 0098 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to urge the state of New York to reject appeals to weaken its ballast water standards.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES, ENVIRONMENT AND GREAT LAKES
SR 0099 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution recognizing November 13-19, 2011, as Nurse Practitioner Week in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SB 0101 of 2011 Senate Bill Elections; registration; preregistration to vote at age 16; provide for. Amends 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.1 - 168.992) by adding sec. 496a.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND ELECTIONS
SR 0101 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution offered as a memorial to the life and accomplishments of Frederik Gerhard Hendrik Meijer.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SR 0102 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to memorialize Congress to enact legislation to ensure that members of Congress and their staffs are subject to the same laws and rules prohibiting insider trading that apply to corporate executives and others.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
SB 0103 of 2011 Senate Bill Income tax; credit; earned income tax credit; eliminate. Amends sec. 272 of 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.272).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
SB 0104 of 2011
(PA 0066 of 2011)
Senate Bill Vehicles; registration plates; specialty plates for scouts; create. Amends sec. 811e of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.811e) & adds sec. 811r.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0066'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SR 0105 of 2011 Senate Resolution A resolution to memorialize Congress and the U.S. Department of Treasury to restore the option of purchasing U.S. savings bonds in paper form at any time.
Last Action: PLACED ON ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
SB 0110 of 2011 Senate Bill State financing and management; funds; distribution of 21st century jobs fund money into funding "Pure Michigan"; provide for. Amends sec. 88b of 1984 PA 270 (MCL 125.2088b).
Last Action: referred to Committee on Natural Resources, Tourism, and Outdoor Recreation
SB 0116 of 2011
(PA 0348 of 2012)
Senate Bill Labor; collective bargaining; requirement for agency fee for nonunion members; prohibit in bargaining agreements and as a condition of employment in the private sector. Amends title & secs. 1, 2, 8, 14, 17 & 22 of 1939 PA 176 (MCL 423.1 et seq.).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0348'12
SB 0126 of 2011 Senate Bill Use tax; collections; use tax on difference between trade-in and purchase price for motor vehicles and titled watercraft; provide for. Amends sec. 2 of 1937 PA 94 (MCL 205.92).
Last Action: referred to Committee on Tax Policy
SB 0127 of 2011 Senate Bill Sales tax; collections; sales tax on difference between trade-in and purchase price for motor vehicles and titled watercraft; provide for. Amends sec. 1 of 1933 PA 167 (MCL 205.51).
Last Action: referred to second reading
SB 0128 of 2011 Senate Bill Criminal procedure; sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for viatical settlement fraud; enact. Amends sec. 15a, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.15a). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0129'11
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON INSURANCE
SB 0129 of 2011 Senate Bill Insurance; life; viatical settlement contracts and stranger-originated life insurance; regulate. Amends title of 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.100 - 500.8302); adds ch. 43 & repeals 1996 PA 386 (MCL 550.521 - 550.528). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0128'11
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON INSURANCE
SB 0135 of 2011 Senate Bill Children; parental rights; process for judicial waiver of parental consent requirement; clarify. Amends secs. 3 & 4 of 1990 PA 211 (MCL 722.903 & 722.904).
Last Action: PLACED ON IMMEDIATE PASSAGE
SB 0141 of 2011
(PA 0023 of 2011)
Senate Bill Property; conveyances; restrictions regarding park use of land conveyed to city of Gladwin; modify. Creates land transfer act & repeals sec. 1 of 1983 PA 100.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0023'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0150 of 2011 Senate Bill Health; abortion; ultrasound equipment used on woman seeking an abortion; require use of most technologically advanced equipment on site. Amends sec. 17015 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.17015).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY
SB 0160 of 2011
(PA 0168 of 2011)
Senate Bill Health; abortion; partial-birth abortions; prohibit. Amends 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.1 - 750.568) by adding sec. 90h.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0168'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0161 of 2011 Senate Bill Criminal procedure; sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for crime of performing partial-birth abortion; enact. Amends sec. 16d, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.16d). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0160'11
Last Action: re-referred to Committee on Families, Children, and Seniors
SB 0165 of 2011
(PA 98 of 2011)
Senate Bill Construction; contracts; fair and open competition in governmental construction act; create. Creates new act.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 98'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0166 of 2011
(PA 0255 of 2011)
Senate Bill Traffic control; other; certain driver responsibility fees; eliminate. Amends sec. 732a of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.732a).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0255'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0168 of 2011 Senate Bill Natural resources; wetlands; wetland mitigation; exempt county road commission. Amends sec. 30311d of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.30311d).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES, ENVIRONMENT AND GREAT LAKES
SB 0187 of 2011 Senate Bill Vehicles; fund-raising registration plates; specialty plate for ducks unlimited; provide for. Amends sec. 811e of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.811e) & adds sec. 811r.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE WITH SUBSTITUTE S-2
SB 0188 of 2011
(PA 0017 of 2011)
Senate Bill Criminal procedure; sex offender registration; federal compliance with sex offenders registry; provide for. Amends secs. 2, 3, 4, 4a, 5, 5a & 5b of 1994 PA 295 (MCL 28.722 et seq.) & adds sec. 3a. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0189'11
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0017'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0214 of 2011
(PA 0073 of 2011)
Senate Bill Vehicles; registration plates; specialty military service plates; create for motorcycles. Amends sec. 803i of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.803i).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0073'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0245 of 2011
(PA 0048 of 2011)
Senate Bill Construction; other; construction standards for private residential incline elevator; apply to incline elevator for homeowner's association. Amends sec. 6 of 1967 PA 227 (MCL 408.806).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0048'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0254 of 2011 Senate Bill Public employees and officers; state; state contractors; require to verify legal residency of employees. Creates new act.
Last Action: REASSIGNED TO COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY REFORM
SB 0255 of 2011 Senate Bill Labor; fair employment practices; use of e-verification system by employment agencies; require. Amends sec. 1019 of 1980 PA 299 (MCL 339.1019).
Last Action: REASSIGNED TO COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY REFORM
SB 0257 of 2011 Senate Bill Family law; marriage and divorce; application requirements for marriage license; modify proof of identification requirements. Amends sec. 2 of 1887 PA 128 (MCL 551.102).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
SB 0271 of 2011
(PA 0242 of 2011)
Senate Bill Administrative procedure; rules; regulatory impact statement; require certain information to be included. Amends sec. 45 of 1969 PA 306 (MCL 24.245).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0242'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0273 of 2011
(PA 0244 of 2011)
Senate Bill Administrative procedure; rules; 1984 PA 27; update reference to administrative procedures act. Amends sec. 2 of 1984 PA 27 (MCL 4.552).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0244'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0274 of 2011
(PA 0245 of 2011)
Senate Bill Administrative procedure; joint committee; authority of joint committee on administrative rules; clarify. Amends secs. 35 & 45a of 1969 PA 306 (MCL 24.235 & 24.245a).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0245'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0276 of 2011
(PA 0247 of 2011)
Senate Bill Administrative procedure; rules; office of regulatory reinvention; require posting of certain information about rules. Amends sec. 122 of 1969 PA 306 (MCL 24.322) & adds sec. 45b.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0247'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0278 of 2011 Senate Bill Administrative procedure; rules; review of existing and new rules; provide for on a periodic basis. Amends sec. 53 of 1969 PA 306 (MCL 24.253).
Last Action: referred to Committee on Regulatory Reform
SB 0279 of 2011 Senate Bill Environmental protection; other; stratified random sampling process; establish for inspections under NREPA. Amends 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.101 - 324.90106) by adding sec. 1505.
Last Action: referred to Committee on Regulatory Reform
SB 0280 of 2011 Senate Bill Property tax; payment and collection; procedure for removing unpaid and uncollectible delinquent personal property taxes from tax rolls; revise. Amends sec. 56a of 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.56a).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
SB 0282 of 2011 Senate Bill Holidays; other; patriot week in Michigan; designate. Creates new act.
Last Action: referred to Committee on Military and Veterans Affairs and Homeland Security
SB 0291 of 2011
(PA 0098 of 2012)
Senate Bill Vehicles; motorcycles; motorcycle helmet requirement; abolish under certain circumstances. Amends sec. 658 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.658).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0098'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0333 of 2011
(PA 0084 of 2011)
Senate Bill Health; pharmaceuticals; sale of ephedrine or pseudoephedrine; prohibit under certain circumstances and require retailer to enter sale information into a statewide tracking system. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 7340a. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4749'11
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0084'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0351 of 2011
(PA 0225 of 2012)
Senate Bill Sales tax; distribution; percentage of sales tax collected on motor fuel to be earmarked to transportation funding in 2013; establish. Amends sec. 25 of 1933 PA 167 (MCL 205.75).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0225'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0352 of 2011 Senate Bill Health; smoking; smoking ban in places of employment and food service establishments; allow smoking in legal smoking rooms and in certain outdoor patio areas. Amends secs. 12603 & 12905 (MCL 333.12603 & 333.12905) & adds sec. 12603a.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
SB 0371 of 2011
(PA 0107 of 2011)
Senate Bill Natural resources; other; geographic area authorized for operating an off-road vehicle on road shoulders; expand. Amends sec. 81131 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.81131).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0107'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0381 of 2011
(PA 0155 of 2012)
Senate Bill Income tax; other; special Olympics Michigan fund; create. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4632'11
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0155'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0382 of 2011 Senate Bill Income tax; checkoff; special Olympics Michigan fund; provide check-off option. Amends sec. 435 of 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.435). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0381'11
Last Action: referred to second reading
SB 0383 of 2011
(PA 0077 of 2011)
Senate Bill Michigan business tax; credits; amount of qualified film production credit awarded; provide discretion. Amends secs. 113, 409, 455, 457, 459 & 510 of 2007 PA 36 (MCL 208.1113 et seq.).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0077'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0386 of 2011 Senate Bill Crimes; other; making false representation about military status; prohibit under certain circumstances and provide penalties. Amends 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.1 - 750.568) by adding sec. 286.
Last Action: referred to Committee on Judiciary
SB 0389 of 2011 Senate Bill Vehicles; registration plates; specialty plate for the Michigan breast and cervical cancer control program; provide for. Amends sec. 811e of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.811e) & adds sec. 811r.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
SB 0418 of 2011 Senate Bill Health; medical marihuana; permissible causes of action under the medical marihuana law; clarify. Amends sec. 7 of 2008 IL 1 (MCL 333.26427).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
SB 0420 of 2011 Senate Bill Health; abortion; physician activity regarding abortions induced by use of prescription drugs; regulate. Amends secs. 16221 & 16299 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16221 & 333.16299) & adds secs. 17017 & 17517.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY
SB 0426 of 2011 Senate Bill Elections; school; dates of school elections; require to be in November of even numbered years. Amends secs. 302 & 644g of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.302 & 168.644g) & adds sec. 642c.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND ELECTIONS
SB 0427 of 2011
(PA 0232 of 2011)
Senate Bill Elections; school; technical amendments to revised school code concerning school board elections; provide for. Amends secs. 4, 5 & 614 of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.4 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4005'11
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0232'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0431 of 2011 Senate Bill Labor; youth employment; youth employment standards; revise maximum number of hours a minor may work. Amends sec. 11 of 1978 PA 90 (MCL 409.111).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
SB 0432 of 2011 Senate Bill Traffic control; violations; gross vehicle weight for vehicle mounted mobile pavement marking equipment; define, and create exception from general axle weight requirements. Amends sec. 722 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.722) & adds sec. 722b.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION
SB 0452 of 2011 Senate Bill Vehicles; registration plates; "In God We Trust" registration plate; create. Amends sec. 224 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.224).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION
SB 0473 of 2011 Senate Bill Environmental protection; landfills; secondary liner and leachate collection system; eliminate requirement of for research development and demonstration projects. Amends secs. 11511 & 11511b of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.11511 & 324.11511b).
Last Action: referred to Committee on Natural Resources, Tourism, and Outdoor Recreation
SB 0486 of 2011
(PA 0134 of 2011)
Senate Bill Counties; boards and commissions; minimum staffing requirements for county employees; prohibit. Amends 1851 PA 156 (MCL 46.1 - 46.32) by adding sec. 11d.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0134'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0493 of 2011
(PA 0260 of 2011)
Senate Bill Labor; collective bargaining; the decision to consolidate services with other public employers; exempt from collective bargaining requirements. Amends sec. 15 of 1947 PA 336 (MCL 423.215).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0260'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0504 of 2011 Senate Bill Health; medical marihuana; dispensing medical marihuana within 1,000 feet of a church or school; prohibit. Amends sec. 4 of 2008 IL 1 (MCL 333.26424).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
SB 0505 of 2011 Senate Bill Health; medical marihuana; qualification for designation as primary caregiver; establish. Amends sec. 6 of 2008 IL 1 (MCL 333.26426).
Last Action: PASSED BY 3/4 VOTE ROLL CALL # 313 YEAS 35 NAYS 2 EXCUSED 1 NOT VOTING 0
SB 0506 of 2011 Senate Bill Health; medical marihuana; "bona fide physician-patient relationship" for purposes of medical marihuana law; clarify. Amends 2008 IL 1 (MCL 333.26421 - 333.26430) by adding sec. 3a.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY
SB 0508 of 2011
(PA 0284 of 2011)
Senate Bill Natural resources; nonnative species; federal ballast water standard; require advisory council to recommend. Amends 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.101 - 324.90106) by adding secs. 41401 & 41411. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0509'11, SB 0510'11
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0284'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0509 of 2011
(PA 0285 of 2011)
Senate Bill Natural resources; nonnative species; aquatic invasive species advisory council; create, and require recommendations on DEQ AIS management plan. Amends 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.101 - 324.90106) by adding pt. 414. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0508'11, SB 0510'11
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0285'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0510 of 2011
(PA 0286 of 2011)
Senate Bill Natural resources; nonnative species; aquatic invasive species introduction through trade pathways; require advisory council to recommend laws to prevent. Amends 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.101 - 324.90106) by adding secs. 41409, 41413 & 41415 & repeals (See bill). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0508'11, SB 0509'11
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0286'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0524 of 2011 Senate Bill Torts; other; "Good Samaritan" law; expand to include certified lifeguards. Amends 1963 PA 17 (MCL 691.1501 - 691.1507) by adding sec. 6.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
SB 0525 of 2011
(PA 0032 of 2012)
Senate Bill Weapons; licensing; renewal of concealed pistol license before expiration date of existing license; allow under certain circumstances and specify expiration date for renewed license. Amends sec. 5l of 1927 PA 372 (MCL 28.425l).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0032'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0531 of 2011
(PA 0111 of 2012)
Senate Bill Environmental protection; underground storage tanks; liability and cleanup procedures; modify. Amends secs. 21302 & 21303 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.21302 & 324.21303). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0528'11, SB 0529'11, SB 0530'11, SB 0532'11, SB 0533'11
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0111'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0543 of 2011
(PA 0235 of 2012)
Senate Bill Counties; boards and commissions; membership on county department of veterans' affairs; modify eligibility criteria. Amends sec. 1 of 1953 PA 192 (MCL 35.621).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0235'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0545 of 2011 Senate Bill Family law; marriage and divorce; divorce; require a divorce effects program before entry of judgment of divorce. Amends 1846 RS 84 (MCL 552.1 - 552.45) by adding sec. 5.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
SB 0546 of 2011 Senate Bill Family law; marriage and divorce; prerequisites for issuance of a marriage license; require premarriage program or longer waiting period. Amends title & secs. 3 & 3a of 1887 PA 128 (MCL 551.103 & 551.103a) & adds sec. 2a & 2b.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
SB 0547 of 2011 Senate Bill Family law; child custody; child parenting plan; require in child custody disputes. Amends title and secs. 1, 2, 4 & 11 of 1970 PA 91 (MCL 722.21 et seq.) & adds sec. 5a.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
SB 0548 of 2011 Senate Bill Occupations; marriage and family therapists; engaging in the practice of marriage and family therapy; exempt certain clergy and religious practitioners from licensing requirement. Amends secs. 16901, 16903 & 16905 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16901 et seq.).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
SB 0549 of 2011 Senate Bill Family law; marriage and divorce; premarital education; require statement of whether parties have received premarital education in marriage certificate. Amends sec. 4 of 1887 PA 128 (MCL 551.104).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
SB 0636 of 2011 Senate Bill Labor; public service employment; collection of union dues by public school personnel; prohibit. Amends sec. 10 of 1947 PA 336 (MCL 423.210).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON REFORMS, RESTRUCTURING AND REINVENTING
SB 0701 of 2011 Senate Bill Civil rights; equal protection; application of foreign laws; prohibit. Creates new act.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
SB 0704 of 2011 Senate Bill Labor; fair employment practices; remedies for mass picketing; modify. Amends sec. 9f of 1939 PA 176 (MCL 423.9f).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON REFORMS, RESTRUCTURING AND REINVENTING
SB 0723 of 2011
(PA 0179 of 2012)
Senate Bill Health facilities; patient directives; peace of mind registry; create, and provide for registration of and access to peace of mind directives. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 10301.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0179'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0729 of 2011 Senate Bill Labor; organizations; public school employer agreement for bargaining fee for certain personnel; prohibit. Amends sec. 10 of 1947 PA 336 (MCL 423.210).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON REFORMS, RESTRUCTURING AND REINVENTING
SB 0757 of 2011 Senate Bill Higher education; community colleges; annual cap on new jobs training agreements; clarify. Amends sec. 166 of 1966 PA 331 (MCL 389.166).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
SB 0760 of 2011
(PA 0242 of 2012)
Senate Bill Weapons; firearms; definition of pistol; modify, and provide for a grandfather clause under certain circumstances. Amends secs. 222 & 223 of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.222 & 750.223) & adds sec. 228. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0761'11, SB 0762'11
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0242'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0761 of 2011
(PA 0243 of 2012)
Senate Bill Weapons; firearms; definition of pistol; modify. Amends sec. 1 of 1927 PA 372 (MCL 28.421). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0760'11, SB 0762'11
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0243'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0762 of 2011
(PA 0244 of 2012)
Senate Bill Weapons; firearms; definition of pistol; modify. Amends sec. 2951 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2951). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0760'11, SB 0761'11
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0244'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0767 of 2011 Senate Bill Torts; defenses; use of an automated external defibrillator; provide immunity for school employees. Amends sec. 1531d of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1531d).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
SB 0768 of 2011
(PA 0146 of 2012)
Senate Bill Crimes; business crimes; possession, manufacturing, installation, transfer, or sale of an automated sales suppression device; prohibit. Amends 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.1 - 750.568) by adding sec. 411w.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0146'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0769 of 2011
(PA 0147 of 2012)
Senate Bill Criminal procedure; sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for crime of selling, manufacturing, installing, transferring, or possessing an automated sales suppression device; enact. Amends sec. 16t, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.16t). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0768'11
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0147'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0796 of 2011 Senate Bill Consumer protection; unfair trade practices; automatic renewal of consumer goods and service contracts; restrict. Amends sec. 3 of 1976 PA 331 (MCL 445.903).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY REFORM
SB 0797 of 2011
(PA 0347 of 2012)
Senate Bill Retirement; investments; investment of assets of public employee retirement systems; clarify regarding professional education and training, including travel, for board members, specify procedures for removal of board members, and update definitions regarding global securities. Amends secs. 12b, 12c, 13, 14, 15, 17, 19, 19a, 20c, 20d, 20h, 20k & 20m of 1965 PA 314 (MCL 38.1132b et seq.) & adds secs. 13e, 13f & 21.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0347'12
SB 0798 of 2011
(PA 0282 of 2011)
Senate Bill Veterans; trust fund; membership on board of trustees; modify. Amends 1946 (1st Ex Sess) PA 9 (MCL 35.602 - 35.610) by adding secs. 3b & 6a & repeals secs. 3 & 6 of 1946 (1st Ex Sess) PA 9 (MCL 35.603 & 35.606).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0282'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0799 of 2011
(PA 0283 of 2011)
Senate Bill Veterans; other; membership on board of managers; modify. Amends secs. 6, 7 & 8 of 1885 PA 152 (MCL 36.6 et seq.); adds sec. 2a & repeals 1895 PA 90 (MCL 36.42 - 36.43) & secs. 2, 9 & 10 of 1885 PA 152 (MCL 36.2 et seq.).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0283'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0802 of 2011
(PA 0536 of 2012)
Senate Bill State financing and management; budget; state departments' transparency; require itemized financial plan and posting on website. Amends 1984 PA 431 (MCL 18.1101 - 18.1594) by adding sec. 373. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0021'11
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0536'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT 2012 ADDENDA
SB 0803 of 2011 Senate Bill Elections; voters; declaration of United States citizenship when voting or applying for an absent voter ballot; require. Amends secs. 523 & 759 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.523 & 168.759) & adds sec. 766a.
Last Action: POSTPONED FOR THE DAY
SB 0818 of 2011 Senate Bill Natural resources; shorelands; uniform beach safety warning system; require on certain beaches. Amends sec. 80198b of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.80198b).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON OUTDOOR RECREATION AND TOURISM
SB 0864 of 2011
(PA 0274 of 2011)
Senate Bill Public utilities; public service commission; vulnerable household warmth fund; create and authorize the payment of certain individual's heating bills. Amends secs. 6e, 9q & 10u of 1939 PA 3 (MCL 460.6e et seq.).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0274'11 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0874 of 2011
(PA 0082 of 2012)
Senate Bill Liquor; licenses; revocation of license for multiple sales to minors; base on consecutive 12-month period. Amends sec. 501 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1501).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0082'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0881 of 2011 Senate Bill Gaming; bingo and charitable gaming; millionaire party; modify daily limit. Amends sec. 10a of 1972 PA 382 (MCL 432.110a).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY REFORM
SCR 0026 of 2012 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution to memorialize Congress to adopt and submit to the states for ratification an amendment to the United States Constitution to require a balanced budget.
Last Action: PLACED ON ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
SCR 0029 of 2012 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution prescribing the legislative schedule.
Last Action: REFERRED TO SECRETARY FOR RECORD
SCR 0030 of 2012 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution prescribing the legislative schedule.
Last Action: referred to Committee on Government Operations
SCR 0031 of 2012 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution of tribute offered as a memorial for Joseph F. Young, Jr., former member of the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Last Action: REFERRED TO SECRETARY FOR RECORD
SCR 0032 of 2012 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution prescribing the legislative schedule.
Last Action: referred to Committee on Government Operations
SCR 0034 of 2012 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution prescribing the legislative schedule.
Last Action: REFERRED TO SECRETARY FOR RECORD
SCR 0035 of 2012 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution of tribute offered as a memorial for Hal W. Ziegler, former member of the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Last Action: REFERRED TO SECRETARY FOR RECORD
SCR 0037 of 2012 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution of tribute offered as a memorial for Philip O. Mastin, Jr., former member of the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Last Action: REFERRED TO SECRETARY FOR RECORD
SCR 0039 of 2012 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution providing for the final adjournment of the Legislature.
Last Action: REFERRED TO SECRETARY FOR RECORD
HCR 0057 of 2012 House Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution of tribute offered as a memorial for William Van Regenmorter, former member of the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Last Action: adopted by Senate - referred to the Clerk for record
SR 0108 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution to observe February 2012 as American Heart Month in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SR 0109 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution recognizing February 3, 2012, as National Wear Red Day in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SR 0110 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution commemorating January 22-28, 2012, as Michigan School Choice Week.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0111 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution recognizing January 29 - February 5, 2012, as Catholic Schools Week in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0112 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution to memorialize Congress to oppose the Mobile Informational Call Act of 2011.
Last Action: PLACED ON ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
SR 0113 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution to express support for the 2012 United States Air Force Re-Missioning Plan to locate an MQ-1/9 RSO element at the Battle Creek Air National Guard Base in Battle Creek, Michigan.
Last Action: ADOPTED AS SUBSTITUTED S-1
SR 0114 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution to memorialize Congress and the President, in all matters pertaining to trade agreements, to remain cognizant of the degree to which Asia's pollution impacts the quality of the Great Lakes.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
SR 0115 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution to memorialize Congress to adopt and submit to the states for ratification an amendment to the United States Constitution to require a balanced budget.
Last Action: POSTPONED FOR THE DAY
SR 0116 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution offered as a memorial for Milton Zaagman, former member of the Michigan Senate.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SR 0117 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution commemorating the end of the war in Iraq.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SR 0120 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution to affirm the rights of the citizens of the state of Michigan to make their own health care decisions, express support for an interstate health care compact, and memorialize Congress to ratify an interstate compact.
Last Action: PLACED ON ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
SR 0126 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution to reaffirm the relationship between Michigan and Israel and express Michigan's support for policies that advance the partnership between the United States and Israel.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0127 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution to memorialize Congress to reject the President's budget proposal to eliminate the search-and-rescue U.S. Coast Guard helicopter unit in Muskegon County and to restructure the Traverse City Air Station.
Last Action: PLACED ON ORDER OF RESOLUTIONS
SR 0128 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution to support the city of New Buffalo's grant application to improve the Pere Marquette and Wolverine Intercity Passenger Rail Services.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0134 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution to memorialize Congress to change the eligibility requirements for Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income benefits for individuals with a terminal illness.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0135 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution to recognize May 4, 2012, as Stand4Change Day in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0137 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution commemorating the 95th Anniversary of the Michigan State Police.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SR 0138 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution designating May 2012 as Michigan Student Athlete Cardiac Awareness Month.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0140 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution to memorialize the President of the United States and the United States Secretary of Agriculture to declare Southwest Michigan and all of Michigan's fruit-growing regions disaster areas in the wake of weather conditions that have devastated fruit-crop production and grape production in particular.
Last Action: ADOPTED AS SUBSTITUTED S-1
SR 0143 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution commemorating Wolverine Human Services on 25 years of exemplary efforts to help improve the lives of Michigan's troubled youth.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0145 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution to urge the Michigan High School Athletic Association to adopt a policy that allows an age eligibility waiver for students with disabilities.
Last Action: LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSOR
SR 0148 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution to commemorate May 12, 2012, as National Train Day in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0149 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution to memorialize the President of the United States and the United States Secretary of Agriculture to monitor closely the conditions of Northwest and North Central Michigan's fruit crop to determine if disaster assistance is needed.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0152 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution congratulating the Republic of China (Taiwan) on its twentieth anniversary of participating in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum and Taiwan's successful 2012 presidential and parliamentary elections; and expressing continued support of Michigan's cordial relations with Taiwan and for increasing Taiwan's international space as part of the global community.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0155 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution commemorating the Third Annual Michigan Chaldean American Legislative Day.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SR 0159 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution to commemorate August 2012 as Automotive Heritage Month in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0162 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution to declare June 12, 2012, as Dairy Foods Awareness Day in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0168 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution designating September 11-17, 2012, as Michigan Patriot Week.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SR 0169 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution to encourage and express support for the Michigan Unmanned Aircraft Systems Center in its pursuit of designation as a Federal Aviation Administration Center of Excellence.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0172 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution proclaiming October 20, 2012, as Willis Ward Day in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0180 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution honoring Michigan's veterans on the occasion of Veterans Day 2012.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SR 0183 of 2012 Senate Resolution A resolution of tribute for the Honorable John J. Gleason.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SB 0907 of 2012 Senate Bill Property tax; principal residence exemption; exemption for trust-owned property; revise. Amends sec. 7dd of 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.7dd).
Last Action: referred to Committee on Tax Policy
SB 0935 of 2012 Senate Bill Vehicles; registration plates; specialty plate for "Calvin College"; create. Amends 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.1 - 257.923) by adding sec. 811s.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION
SB 0938 of 2012 Senate Bill Labor; collective bargaining; public employer collection of union dues for public employees; prohibit. Amends sec. 10 of 1947 PA 336 (MCL 423.210).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON REFORMS, RESTRUCTURING AND REINVENTING
SB 0939 of 2012
(PA 0554 of 2012)
Senate Bill Environmental protection; permits; clean corporate citizen program; establish in statute and provide incentives. Amends 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.101 - 324.90106) by adding pt. 14.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0554'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT 2012 ADDENDA
SB 0940 of 2012
(PA 0555 of 2012)
Senate Bill State financing and management; purchasing; priority consideration; grant to companies in environmental leaders program. Amends sec. 261 of 1984 PA 431 (MCL 18.1261). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0939'12
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0555'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT 2012 ADDENDA
SB 0941 of 2012
(PA 0556 of 2012)
Senate Bill Environmental protection; solid waste; public health code; make parts concerning medical waste and radiation control subject to environmental leaders program. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding secs. 13537 & 13832. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0939'12
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0556'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT 2012 ADDENDA
SB 0942 of 2012
(PA 0557 of 2012)
Senate Bill Environmental protection; other; safe drinking water act; make subject to environmental leaders program. Amends sec. 23 of 1976 PA 399 (MCL 325.1023). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0939'12
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0557'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT 2012 ADDENDA
SB 0973 of 2012 Senate Bill Insurance; health; interstate health care compact; provide for. Creates new act.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
SB 0974 of 2012 Senate Bill Health; medical marihuana; authorization to medical marihuana in certain places; restrict. Amends sec. 7 of 2008 IL 1 (MCL 333.26427).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
SB 0975 of 2012 Senate Bill Health; other; religious liberty and conscience protection act; enact to allow health care payers, health facilities, and health providers a right to decline to provide or pay for certain objectionable health care services. Creates new act.
Last Action: referred to second reading
SB 0984 of 2012
(PA 0378 of 2012)
Senate Bill Weapons; firearms; procedures for out-of-state purchase of rifles and shotguns; clarify. Amends secs. 1 & 2 of 1969 PA 207 (MCL 3.111 & 3.112).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0378'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0988 of 2012
(PA 0486 of 2012)
Senate Bill State; buildings; pedestrian walkway between the Michigan state capitol and the Michigan hall of justice; designate as the "Frank J. Kelley Walkway". Creates new act.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0486'12
SB 0992 of 2012
(PA 0067 of 2012)
Senate Bill Consumer credit; lending practices; nonrecourse commercial mortgage loans; clarify effect of certain mortgage provisions. Creates new act.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0067'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 1004 of 2012
(PA 0325 of 2012)
Senate Bill Taxation; tobacco; cap on cigar tax and certain notices; provide for. Amends secs. 7 & 11 of 1993 PA 327 (MCL 205.427 & 205.431).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0325'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 1006 of 2012
(PA 0601 of 2012)
Senate Bill Michigan business tax; gross receipts; treatment of certain payments to subcontractors as purchases from other firms; clarify. Amends sec. 113 of 2007 PA 36 (MCL 208.1113).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0601'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 1018 of 2012
(PA 0076 of 2012)
Senate Bill Labor; public service employment; definition of public employee; clarify regarding recognition of union based on receipt of government subsidy or interlocal agreement. Amends secs. 1 & 14 of 1947 PA 336 (MCL 423.201 & 423.214).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0076'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 1023 of 2012 Senate Bill Occupations; physicians; potential risk of a stillbirth; require verbal disclosure and distribution of written information to pregnant patients. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 16278.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY
SB 1035 of 2012 Senate Bill Public utilities; electric utilities; cap on electric choice; modify. Amends sec. 10a of 1939 PA 3 (MCL 460.10a).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON ENERGY AND TECHNOLOGY
SB 1048 of 2012 Senate Bill Sales tax; distribution; distribution of certain revenue from aviation fuel to be earmarked into the state aeronautics fund; provide for. Amends sec. 25 of 1933 PA 167 (MCL 205.75).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION
SB 1052 of 2012
(PA 0247 of 2012)
Senate Bill Natural resources; shorelands; beach grooming; allow under certain circumstances. Amends secs. 1301, 30301, 30305, 30306, 30312, 32501, 32503, 32512, 32512a & 32513 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.1301 et seq.); adds sec. 41412 & repeals sec. 32516 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.32516).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0247'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 1058 of 2012 Senate Bill Agriculture; other; Michigan agriculture environmental assurance program; expand to include lands not utilized for traditional or production agriculture such as forest management. Amends secs. 8703, 8707, 8708 & 8709 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.8703 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4302'11, HB 4969'11, HB 4970'11, SB 1057'12, SB 1059'12, SB 1061'12, SB 1062'12
Last Action: referred to second reading
SB 1085 of 2012
(PA 0238 of 2012)
Senate Bill Labor; fair employment practices; fair and open competition in government contracts act; clarify that the state is acting as a market participant in restricting certain contract requirements. Amends title & secs. 5, 7, 9 & 13 of 2011 PA 98 (MCL 408.875 et seq.) & adds secs. 2 & 8.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0238'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 1090 of 2012
(PA 0190 of 2012)
Senate Bill Environmental protection; cleanups; compliance with response activity requirements providing for venting groundwater; modify. Amends sec. 20120e of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.20120e).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0190'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 1115 of 2012
(PA 0608 of 2012)
Senate Bill Torts; medical malpractice; procedures for entry of damage awards; modify and clarify. Amends secs. 1483, 2959, 6306 & 6307 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.1483 et seq.) & adds sec. 6306a.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0608'12
SB 1116 of 2012 Senate Bill Torts; medical malpractice; physician judgment rule; enact. Amends sec. 2912a of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2912a).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON INSURANCE
SB 1117 of 2012 Senate Bill Torts; medical malpractice; persons to whom medical malpractice provisions of the revised judicature act apply; include nonlicensed health care providers. Amends secs. 2169 & 2912 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2169 & 600.2912).
Last Action: referred to Committee on Judiciary
SB 1118 of 2012
(PA 0609 of 2012)
Senate Bill Torts; medical malpractice; statute of limitations; revise period of limitations for survival actions and disallow prejudgment interest on attorney fees and costs. Amends secs. 2912e, 5852 & 6013 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2912e et seq.).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0609'12
SB 1120 of 2012 Senate Bill Liquor; licenses; farmer's market license; create. Amends 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1101 - 436.2303) by adding sec. 415. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0032'11
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY REFORM
SB 1130 of 2012
(PA 0297 of 2012)
Senate Bill Natural resources; sand dunes; local ordinances more protective of dunes; preempt and require impact that is significant and unreasonable on a local-unit-wide basis to justify denial of permit or variance, limit right to request formal hearing to applicant and adjacent landowner, place burden of proof on department, and require issuance of permits for driveways and accessibility measures under certain circumstances. Amends secs. 35301, 35302, 35304, 35305, 35306, 35310, 35311, 35312, 35313, 35316, 35317, 35319, 35320, 35321, 35322 & 35323 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.35301 et seq.); adds secs. 35311a & 35311b & repeals sec. 35326 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.35326).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0297'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 1142 of 2012 Senate Bill Retirement; investments; automatic enrollment in certain retirement plans; allow public employers to provide and limit liability for certain default investment decisions. Amends title of 1965 PA 314 (MCL 38.1132 - 38.1140m) & adds sec. 39b.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
SB 1146 of 2012
(PA 0239 of 2012)
Senate Bill Vehicles; historic; use of historic vehicles during the month of August; designate as exhibition. Amends sec. 20a of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.20a).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0239'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 1150 of 2012 Senate Bill Transportation; other; carriers by water act; modify to repeal certain provisions of other acts and express legislative findings and intent. Amends title of 1921 PA 246 (MCL 460.201 - 460.206); adds secs. 9 & 11 & repeals ch. 16 of 1899 LA 437.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
SB 1151 of 2012 Senate Bill Transportation; other; carriers by water act; modify to allow regulation of fares and operations of certain ferry companies by the public service commission. Amends title & secs 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6 of 1921 PA 246 (MCL 460.201 et seq.) & adds secs. 7, 8 & 10.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
SB 1163 of 2012 Senate Bill Vehicles; registration plates; specialty plate for "Cancer Awareness"; establish. Amends 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.1 - 257.923) by adding sec. 811u.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION
SB 1164 of 2012 Senate Bill Natural resources; mining; access to gravel sources on state-owned land; allow. Amends sec. 502 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.502).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION
SB 1165 of 2012 Senate Bill Highways; bridges; discounted toll per axle for commercial truck traffic; require of the Mackinac bridge authority. Amends sec. 12 of 1952 PA 214 (MCL 254.322).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION
SB 1167 of 2012 Senate Bill Villages; home rule; procedure for disincorporation; provide for. Amends title of 1909 PA 278 (MCL 78.1 - 78.28) & adds secs. 27a, 27b, 27c, 27d, 27e, 27f, 27g, 27h, 27i, 27j, 27k, 27l, 27m & 27n.
Last Action: referred to Committee on Local, Intergovernmental, and Regional Affairs
SB 1180 of 2012
(PA 0491 of 2012)
Senate Bill Vehicles; registration plates; use of "Pure Michigan" brand on standard design registration plates; allow. Amends sec. 224 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.224).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0491'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 1275 of 2012 Senate Bill State financing and management; funds; requirement for state agencies to post certain public expenditures; provide for. Amends 1984 PA 431 (MCL 18.1101 - 18.1594) by adding sec. 447.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
SB 1276 of 2012 Senate Bill Natural resources; wildlife; designation of biodiversity areas; prohibit by DNR and remove biological diversity from list of state forest management goals. Amends secs. 504, 35101, 35501, 35502, 35503 & 52502 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.504 et seq.) & repeals secs. 35504 - 35506 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.35504 - 324.35506).
Last Action: referred to Committee on Natural Resources, Tourism, and Outdoor Recreation
SB 1279 of 2012 Senate Bill Occupations; electricians; electrical work for which licensure is required; exclude certain work in manufacturing or mining operations. Amends sec. 7 of 1956 PA 217 (MCL 338.887).
Last Action: referred to Committee on Regulatory Reform
SB 1299 of 2012 Senate Bill Counties; financing; retention of certain recording fees, otherwise deposited in state survey and remonumentation fund; allow for certain counties as reimbursement for cost of expediting survey and remonumentation plan. Amends sec. 2567a of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2567a). TIE BAR WITH: SB 1300'12
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE WITH SUBSTITUTE S-1
SB 1300 of 2012 Senate Bill State financing and management; funds; eligibility for grants from state survey and remonumentation fund; eliminate for counties retaining certain recording fees as reimbursement for costs of expediting survey and remonumentation plan. Amends secs. 8, 12 & 15 of 1990 PA 345 (MCL 54.268 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: SB 1299'12
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
SB 1350 of 2012
(PA 0520 of 2012)
Senate Bill Natural resources; hunting; gray wolf; include in game list and authorize hunting season. Amends secs. 40103, 40118, 43503 & 43507 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.40103 et seq.) & adds secs. 40110b, 43528b & 43540e.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0520'12 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 1387 of 2012 Senate Bill Labor; hours and wages; application of prevailing wage law; exclude educational entities and prohibit them from establishing certain requirements for state projects. Amends title & sec. 2 of 1965 PA 166 (MCL 408.552).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON REFORMS, RESTRUCTURING AND REINVENTING