No. 74
STATE OF MICHIGAN
Journal of the Senate
99th Legislature
REGULAR SESSION OF 2018
Senate Chamber, Lansing, Tuesday, December 4, 2018.
10:00 a.m.
The Senate was called to order by the President, Lieutenant Governor Brian N. Calley.
The roll was called by the Secretary of the Senate, who announced that a quorum was present.
Ananich—present Hollier—present O’Brien—present
Bieda—present Hood—present Pavlov—present
Booher—present Hopgood—present Proos—present
Brandenburg—present Horn—present Robertson—present
Casperson—present Hune—present Rocca—present
Colbeck—present Jones—present Schmidt—present
Conyers—present Knezek—present Schuitmaker—present
Emmons—present Knollenberg—present Shirkey—present
Green—present Kowall—present Stamas—present
Gregory—present MacGregor—present Warren—present
Hansen—present Marleau—present Young—present
Hertel—present Meekhof—present Zorn—present
Hildenbrand—present Nofs—present
Pastor Skip Meyer of Ballard Church of Christ of Sparta offered the following invocation:
Our Father Who is in heaven, we come to You this morning to lift up in prayer, this great body of people that You have established to govern over us.
We ask that You would give them grace and wisdom in the decisions they will make. We ask that You would give them courage to do what they know they must. And when decisions are made and actions are taken, we ask that You give them peace.
We ask that You would watch over them as they travel and go about their day-to-day business. And finally, we ask that You would bless and protect each and every one of them and their families throughout this term.
We ask these things in Jesus’ name. Amen.
The President, Lieutenant Governor Calley, led the members of the Senate in recital of the Pledge of Allegiance.
Motions and Communications
Senator Booher entered the Senate Chamber.
Senator Kowall moved that Senators Casperson, Green, Hildenbrand, Knollenberg, Nofs, Robertson, Schmidt and Shirkey be temporarily excused from today’s session.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Hood moved that Senators Ananich, Hertel, Warren and Young be temporarily excused from today’s session.
The motion prevailed.
The following communication was received:
Office of Senator Steven M. Bieda
November 28, 2018
Per Senate Rule 1.110(c), I am requesting that my name be added as a co‑sponsor to Senate Bill 1087 which was introduced on September 5, 2018, by Senator Jones and is currently in the Senate Insurance Committee.
Sincerely,
Steve Bieda
State Senator
9th District
The communication was referred to the Secretary for record.
Senators Hildenbrand, Schmidt, Nofs and Warren entered the Senate Chamber.
Messages from the Governor
The following message from the Governor was received on December 4, 2018, and read:
EXECUTIVE ORDER
No. 2018-12
Autism Council
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Amendment to Executive Order 2012-11
WHEREAS, Section 1 of Article V of the Michigan Constitution of 1963 vests the executive power of the state of Michigan in the Governor; and
WHEREAS, Section 2 of Article V of the Michigan Constitution of 1963 empowers the Governor to make changes in the organization of the Executive Branch or in the assignment of functions among its units that he considers necessary for efficient administration; and
WHEREAS, the state of Michigan recognizes that the goals of maximizing the potential for children and adults with autism spectrum disorders are the same as those for other children and adults: personal independence and social responsibility; and
WHEREAS, it is important that the state of Michigan encourage early identification of children with autism spectrum disorders to provide early intervention services for children to achieve optimal participation in their home, school, and community; and
WHEREAS, effective coordination of federal, state, and local resources is needed to provide screening, diagnosis, early intensive behavior intervention, and evidence-based treatment for children and adults with autism spectrum disorders to assist all individuals with autism spectrum disorders to reach their fullest potential; and
WHEREAS, continuation of the Autism Council, created by Executive Order 2012-11, with expanded membership and within the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, will advise and assist in the development of a statewide comprehensive, coordinated, multidisciplinary, interagency system; and provide implementation, monitoring, and updating of the Michigan Autism Spectrum Disorders State Plan to ensure that the key recommendations in the document become reality for individuals with autism spectrum disorders and their families throughout Michigan;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Brian Calley, Governor of the state of Michigan, by virtue of the power and authority vested in the Governor by the Michigan Constitution of 1963 and Michigan law, order the following:
I. AMENDMENT OF EXECUTIVE ORDER 2012-11
Section I of Executive Order 2012-11 is amended to provide as follows:
A. “Council” means the Autism Council created by Executive Order 2012-11 housed within the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
B. “Department” means the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
II. AMENDMENT TO SECTION II OF EXECUTIVE ORDER 2012-11
Section II of Executive Order 2012-11 is amended to provide as follows:
A. The council is an advisory body within the Department.
B. The council shall consist of 16 members appointed by the Governor. The 4 members added to the council by this Order shall be appointed to terms expiring on September 30, 2021. The 12 members of the council previously appointed and serving under Section II of Executive Order 2012-11 may continue serving in the same manner as the original appointment for the balance of the unexpired term. After the initial appointments, all members of the council shall be appointed to 4-year terms.
C. The council shall consist of the following members:
• The Director of the Department, or his or her designee, from within the Department.
• An individual representing child welfare and children’s services designated by the Director of the Department.
• An individual representing Michigan Rehabilitation Services and employment services designated by the Director of the Department.
• The Director of the Department of Insurance and Financial Services, or his or her designee, from within the Department of Insurance and Financial Services.
• The Director of the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, or his or her designee, from within the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
• The Superintendent of Public Instruction, or his or her designee, from within the Department of Education.
• Two (2) individuals who have autism spectrum disorders (ASD), or two (2) individuals who have a family member who have ASD, or one of each.
• An individual representing the school systems, being someone from an intermediate school district, local school district, or transition coordinator.
• An individual representing pre-paid inpatient health plans (PIHP) or local community mental health service programs (CMHSP).
• An individual representing Recipient Rights for the public system.
• An individual representing certified behavior analysts.
• An individual representing state funded initiatives.
• An individual representing state universities.
• An individual representing a non-profit organization serving those with ASD.
• A physician representing health care providers servicing individuals with ASD.
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III. AMENDMENT TO SECTION III OF EXECUTIVE ORDER 2012-11
Section III of Executive Order 2012-11 is amended to provide as follows:
A. The council shall act in an advisory capacity and shall do all of the following:
1. Promote, monitor, and update the Michigan ASD State Plan. The plan shall do the following:
Provide for comprehensive, lifespan supports to individuals with ASD and their families through access to information and resources, coordination of services, and implementation of evidence-based practices.
2. Annually complete a report of the progress and recommendations of the Michigan ASD State Plan and submit the report to the Director of the Department no later than 60 days after the close of each fiscal year.
3. Provide to the Director of the Department and the Governor a Michigan ASD State Plan and updated recommendations a minimum of every 5 years beginning Fiscal Year 2019.
4. Coordinate and collaborate with state agencies to implement the Michigan ASD State Plan recommendations, increase the accuracy of education, resources and training to employees, and maintain best-practice standards for all services and funding provided in Michigan.
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IV. AMENDMENT TO SECTION IV OF EXECUTIVE ORDER 2012-11
Section IV of Executive Order 2012-11 is amended to provide as follows:
A. The council shall be staffed and assisted by personnel from the Department as directed by the Director of the Department. Any budgeting, procurement, and related management functions of the council shall be performed under the direction and supervision of the Director of the Department.
B. The Director of the Department shall designate the Chairperson of the council.
C. The council may select from among its members a Vice-Chairperson, with terms to be reviewed every 2 years.
D. The council shall select from among its members a Secretary, with terms to be reviewed every 2 years. Council staff shall assist the Secretary with record keeping responsibilities.
E. The council may create sub-advisory groups to assist the council with the implementation of the Michigan ASD State Plan and policy recommendations.
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J. Members of the council shall serve without compensation.
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V. MISCELLANEOUS
Section V of Executive Order 2012-11 is amended to provide as follows:
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D. Executive Order 2012-11, which created the council, remains in full force and effect, in accordance with its original terms, except as amended by this Order.
E. This Order does not invalidate any actions already taken by the council in accordance with Executive Order 2012-11.
This Executive Order shall become effective upon filing.
[SEAL] Given under my hand and the Great Seal of the state of Michigan this 3rd day of December, in the Year of our Lord Two Thousand Eighteen.
Brian Calley
Acting and Lieutenant Governor
By the Governor:
Ruth A. Johnson
Secretary of State
The executive order was referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
The following messages from the Governor were received and read:
November 26, 2018
Please be advised of the following appointments to office:
Early Childhood Investment Corporation
Jennifer Lynn Archey of 829 Enchantment Drive, Rochester Hills, Michigan 48307, county of Oakland, succeeding Jeff Mills, is appointed for a term expiring July 21, 2021.
Sharyl Smith of 23660 Paddock Drive, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48336, county of Oakland, succeeding Guadalupe Lara, is appointed for a term expiring July 22, 2022.
November 26, 2018
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointments to office:
Chair - Governor’s Task Force on Child Abuse and Neglect
Tana Bridge of 4523 Filbert Drive, Brighton, Michigan 48116, county of Livingston, is appointed for a term expiring at the pleasure of the Governor.
Governor’s Task Force on Child Abuse and Neglect
Tana Bridge of 4523 Filbert Drive, Brighton, Michigan, 48116, county of Livingston, representing mental health professionals, succeeding herself, is reappointed for a term expiring December 31, 2021.
Frederick Gruber of 18551 Country Club Court, Riverview, Michigan 48193, county of Wayne, representing child advocates, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring December 31, 2021.
Cheryl Elaine Lohmeyer of 1609 Northridge Drive, Monroe, Michigan 48162, county of Monroe, representing judges and attorneys, succeeding herself, is reappointed for a term expiring December 31, 2021.
Rachel Rancilio of 54886 Pelican Lane, Shelby Township, Michigan 48315, county of Macomb, representing judges and attorneys, succeeding John Hohman, is appointed for a term expiring December 31, 2021.
Sterling Riethman of 7181 W. Kl Avenue, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49009, county of Kalamazoo, representing adult former child victims of child abuse and neglect, succeeding herself, is reappointed for a term expiring December 31, 2021.
Lisa Sullivan of 307 Windy Rush Lane, DeWitt, Michigan 48820, county of Clinton, representing judges and attorneys, succeeding Dorene Allen, is appointed for a term expiring December 31, 2021.
November 27, 2018
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointments to office:
Criminal Justice Policy Commission
Sheryl Kubiak of 870 West Maple, Milford, Michigan 48381, county of Oakland, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence, succeeding herself, is reappointed for a term expiring March 1, 2022.
Jennifer Lynn Strange of 1136 Clinch Street, Traverse City, Michigan 49686, county of Grand Traverse, representing mental health professionals, succeeding herself, is reappointed for a term expiring March 1, 2022.
Paul Stutesman of 17251 Mackinaw, Three Rivers, Michigan 49093, county of Saint Joseph, representing circuit court judges, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring March 1, 2022.
November 27, 2018
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointments to office:
Chair - Michigan Municipal Services Authority Board and Michigan Municipal Services Authority Board Executive Committee
Kelli D. Scott of 4391 Council Crest Lane, Battle Creek, Michigan 49014, county of Calhoun, is appointed for a term expiring at the pleasure of the Governor.
Michigan Municipal Services Authority Board Executive Committee
Dominick Pallone of 12739 Ospreys Way, DeWitt, Michigan 48820, county of Clinton, succeeding Stacie Behler, is appointed for a term expiring September 17, 2022.
Michigan Municipal Services Authority Board
Jessica Moy of 2193 Butternut Drive, Okemos, Michigan 48864, county of Ingham, succeeding Stacie Behler, is appointed for a term expiring at the pleasure of the Governor.
November 28, 2018
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointments to office:
Agricultural Preservation Fund Board
Carl Joseph Bednarski of 8942 Crescent Beach Road, Pigeon, Michigan 48755, county of Huron, succeeding Eddie Moore, is appointed for a term expiring June 10, 2022.
Brian Bourdages of 4052 Park Lane, Traverse City, Michigan 49686, county of Grand Traverse, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring June 10, 2022.
Kenneth Joseph Decock of 80575 Holmes Road, Armada Township, Michigan 48005, county of Macomb, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring June 10, 2022.
Jonathan Henry Jarosz of 5195 Prairie Creek Court, Bay City, Michigan 48706, county of Bay, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring June 10, 2022.
Margaret Ann Kohring of 12979 Pardee, Sawyer, Michigan 49125, county of Berrien, succeeding Wayne Wood, is appointed for a term expiring June 10, 2022.
November 28, 2018
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointments to office:
Chair - State Boundary Commission
Robin Elizabeth Beltramini of 6564 Parkview Drive, Troy, Michigan 48098, county of Oakland, succeeding David Doyle, is appointed for a term expiring at the pleasure of the Governor.
State Boundary Commission
Richard Philip Datema of 2360 Rosewood Lane, Petoskey, Michigan 49770, county of Emmet, succeeding David Doyle, is appointed for a term expiring November 15, 2021.
November 28, 2018
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointments to office:
Michigan Board of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery
Walker Norris Foland of 11656 Kings Colony, Grand Blanc, Michigan 48439, county of Genesee, representing physicians, succeeding David Waterson, is appointed for a term expiring December 31, 2022.
Matthew Xavier Hauser of 25978 Cathedral Drive, Redford, Michigan 48239, county of Wayne, representing the general public, succeeding Steve Ebben, is appointed for a term expiring December 31, 2021.
Craig S. Glines of 14602 Williamsburg Street, Riverview, Michigan 48193, county of Wayne, representing osteopathic physicians, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring December 31, 2022.
November 29, 2018
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointments to office:
Developmental Disabilities Council
Bonnie Gonzalez of 1712 New Street, Muskegon, Michigan 49442, county of Muskegon, representing individuals with developmental disabilities, succeeding Heidi DeVries, is appointed for a term expiring September 30, 2022.
Steven G. Johnson of 7010 152nd Avenue, West Olive, Michigan 49460, county of Ottawa, representing a parent or guardian of a child with developmental disabilities, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring September 30, 2022.
Jamie De’shawne’ Junior of 13933 Fielding Street, Detroit, Michigan 48223, county of Wayne, representing individuals with developmental disabilities, succeeding Paul Palmer, is appointed for a term expiring September 30, 2021.
Richard Dwyer Kline of 2839 O’Brien Street, S.W., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49534, county of Kent, representing an individual from the state agency that administers funds provided under the Older Americans Act of 1965, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring September 30, 2022.
Mark McWilliams of 606 Pacific Parkway, Lansing, Michigan 48910, county of Ingham, representing individuals representing the protection and advocacy system with sufficient authority to engage in policy planning and implementation, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring September 30, 2021.
Sharon Milberger of 28835 Apple Blossom Lane, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48331, county of Oakland, representing an individual representing a university center for excellence in developmental disabilities education, research, and service, succeeding herself, is reappointed for a term expiring September 30, 2021
November 29, 2018
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointment to office:
Library of Michigan Board of Trustees
Elaine K. Didier of 13060 Beacon Hill Drive, Plymouth, Michigan 48170, county of Wayne, representing librarians from a special library, succeeding herself, is reappointed for a term expiring October 1, 2021.
November 29, 2018
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointment to office:
Michigan Board of Physical Therapy
Allison Diane Ives of 55395 Day Road, Marcellus, Michigan 49067, county of Saint Joseph, representing the general public, succeeding Jeff Munford, is appointed for a term expiring December 31, 2021.
November 30, 2018
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointments to office:
Unmanned Aircraft Systems Task Force
Scott Thomas Baldwin of 3660 Vineyard Lane, Fort Gratiot, Michigan 48059, county of Saint Clair, representing county sheriffs nominated by the president of the Michigan Sheriff’s Association, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring July 31, 2022.
Jon Cool of 1567 Hillsboro Avenue, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, county of Kent, representing a member of a statewide freight railroad association nominated by the president of the association, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring July 31, 2022.
Katie A. Jones of 9767 Meadow View Court, Northville, Michigan 48167, county of Washtenaw, representing a member of a statewide property and casualty insurance association, nominated by the president or chief executive officer of the association, succeeding herself, is reappointed for a term expiring July 31, 2022.
Michael C. Olson of 135 Abram Avenue, Battle Creek, Michigan 49015, county of Calhoun, representing a law enforcement official from a municipality nominated by a statewide police chief’s association, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring July 31, 2022.
Robert J. Sweeney of 380 Charles Mulcrone Boulevard, St. Ignace, Michigan 49781, county of Mackinac, representing the Mackinac Bridge Authority, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring July 31, 2022.
Sincerely,
Rick Snyder
Governor
The appointments were referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
The following messages from the Governor were received and read:
November 20, 2018
Due to an error on the letter dated October 16, 2018, and filed with your office October 19, 2018, please be advised of the following correction appearing in bold:
Michigan Civil Rights Commission
Denise Yinling Grim of 30476 Bristol Circle Court, Novi, Michigan 48377, county of Oakland, representing Republicans, succeeding Ricardo Resio, is appointed for a term commencing December 31, 2018 and expiring December 31, 2022.
Regina Gasco-Bentley of 1953 M-119, Petoskey, Michigan 49770, county of Emmet, representing Independents, succeeding Mumtaz Haque, is appointed for a term commencing December 31, 2018 and expiring December 31, 2022.
November 20, 2018
Due to an error on the letter dated November 14, 2018, and filed with your office November 16, 2018, please be advised of the following corrections appearing in bold:
Chair - Electrical Administrative Board
Scott S. Weaver of 14489 Brown Road, Sunfield, Michigan 48890, county of Eaton, is appointed for a term expiring at the pleasure of the Governor.
Electrical Administrative Board
Robert M. Werbrouck of 3408 Burlingame Avenue, S.W., Wyoming, Michigan 49509, county of Kent, representing electrical journeymen, succeeding Ernest Harju, is appointed for a term expiring July 31, 2022.
Sincerely,
Rick Snyder
Governor
The messages were referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
Recess
Senator Kowall moved that the Senate recess subject to the call of the Chair.
The motion prevailed, the time being 10:08 a.m.
11:59 a.m.
The Senate was called to order by the President pro tempore, Senator Schuitmaker.
During the recess, Senators Green, Ananich, Hertel, Robertson, Casperson, Knollenberg and Young entered the Senate Chamber.
By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of
Introduction and Referral of Bills
Senators O’Brien and Jones introduced
Senate Bill No. 1255, entitled
A bill to amend 1897 PA 180, entitled “An act to provide for the issuance of marriage licenses and certificates without publicity in certain cases; and to provide criminal and civil penalties for violation of this act,” by amending section 1 (MCL 551.201), as amended by 1983 PA 199.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
Senators Jones and O’Brien introduced
Senate Bill No. 1256, entitled
A bill to amend 1887 PA 128, entitled “An act establishing the minimum ages for contracting marriages; to require a civil license in order to marry and its registration; to provide for the implementation of federal law; and to provide a penalty for the violation of this act,” by amending section 3 (MCL 551.103), as amended by 2006 PA 578.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
Senators Hollier, Hertel, Young, Conyers, Gregory, Warren, Knezek, Bieda, Hopgood, Ananich and Hood introduced
Senate Bill No. 1257, entitled
A bill to require employers to provide paid parental leave to certain employees; to specify the conditions for using paid parental leave; to prohibit retaliation against an employee for requesting, exercising, or enforcing rights granted in this act; to prescribe powers and duties of certain state departments, agencies, and officers; to provide for promulgation of rules; and to provide remedies and sanctions.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
Senator Hansen introduced
Senate Bill No. 1258, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending section 805 (MCL 257.805), as amended by 2013 PA 82.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Outdoor Recreation and Tourism.
Senator Hansen introduced
Senate Bill No. 1259, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 2001 and 2045 (MCL 324.2001 and 324.2045), section 2001 as amended by 2010 PA 32 and section 2045 as amended by 2013 PA 81.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Outdoor Recreation and Tourism.
Senator Meekhof introduced
Senate Bill No. 1260, entitled
A bill to amend 1947 PA 336, entitled “An act to prohibit strikes by certain public employees; to provide review from disciplinary action with respect thereto; to provide for the mediation of grievances and the holding of elections; to declare and protect the rights and privileges of public employees; to require certain provisions in collective bargaining agreements; to prescribe means of enforcement and penalties for the violation of the provisions of this act; and to make appropriations,” by amending section 14 (MCL 423.214), as amended by 2012 PA 349, and by adding section 12a.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Michigan Competitiveness.
House Bill No. 5098, entitled
A bill to amend 1925 PA 368, entitled “An act to prohibit obstructions and encroachments on public highways, to provide for the removal thereof, to prescribe the conditions under which telegraph, telephone, power, and other public utility companies, cable television companies and municipalities may enter upon, construct and maintain telegraph, telephone, power or cable television lines, pipe lines, wires, cables, poles, conduits, sewers and like structures upon, over, across or under public roads, bridges, streets and waters and to provide penalties for the violation of this act,” by amending section 13 (MCL 247.183), as amended by 2005 PA 103.
The House of Representatives has passed the bill and ordered that it be given immediate effect.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Energy and Technology.
House Bill No. 5362, entitled
A bill to amend 1998 PA 386, entitled “Estates and protected individuals code,” by amending section 7913 (MCL 700.7913), as added by 2009 PA 46.
The House of Representatives has passed the bill and ordered that it be given immediate effect.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
House Bill No. 5398, entitled
A bill to amend 1991 PA 133, entitled “An act to allow the use and recording of certain documents regarding trusts in the case of real property that is conveyed or otherwise affected by a trust; and to prescribe their effect,” by amending sections 1, 4, and 5 (MCL 565.431, 565.434, and 565.435), section 4 as amended by 2018 PA 194; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
The House of Representatives has passed the bill and ordered that it be given immediate effect.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
House Bill No. 5916, entitled
A bill to amend 1969 PA 287, entitled “An act to regulate pet shops, animal control shelters, and animal protection shelters; to establish uniform procedures and minimum requirements for adoption of dogs, cats, and ferrets; and to prescribe penalties and civil fines and to provide remedies,” by amending section 5a (MCL 287.335a), as amended by 2016 PA 392, and by adding section 5b.
The House of Representatives has passed the bill and ordered that it be given immediate effect.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Agriculture.
House Bill No. 5917, entitled
A bill to prohibit a local unit of government from enacting or enforcing an ordinance, policy, resolution, or rule that arbitrarily bans a qualified pet shop located in that local unit of government; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain local officers and officials.
The House of Representatives has passed the bill and ordered that it be given immediate effect.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Agriculture.
House Bill No. 6324, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” by amending section 1481 (MCL 380.1481), as added by 2000 PA 230.
The House of Representatives has passed the bill and ordered that it be given immediate effect.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Education.
House Bill No. 6397, entitled
A bill to amend 1975 PA 46, entitled “An act to create the office of the legislative corrections ombudsman; to prescribe the powers and duties of the office, the ombudsman, the legislative council, and the department of corrections; and to provide remedies from administrative acts,” by amending sections 4, 5, 8, 9, and 13 (MCL 4.354, 4.355, 4.358, 4.359, and 4.363), sections 4 and 13 as amended by 1998 PA 318, section 5 as amended by 2010 PA 287, and section 9 as amended by 1995 PA 197.
The House of Representatives has passed the bill and ordered that it be given immediate effect.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
House Bill No. 6419, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending section 310 (MCL 750.310).
The House of Representatives has passed the bill and ordered that it be given immediate effect.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
House Bill No. 6420, entitled
A bill to regulate the conduct of fantasy contests; to protect Michigan participants in fantasy contests; to require licensing of the operators of fantasy contests; to impose fees on the operators of fantasy contests; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to prohibit violations of this act; and to prescribe civil sanctions.
The House of Representatives has passed the bill and ordered that it be given immediate effect.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of
Motions and Communications
Senator Kowall moved that the rules be suspended and that the following bills, now on Committee Reports, be placed on the General Orders calendar for consideration today:
Senate Bill No. 1136
Senate Bill No. 1207
Senate Bill No. 1195
Senate Bill No. 1196
Senate Bill No. 1211
Senate Bill No. 1244
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of
General Orders
Senator Kowall moved that the Senate resolve itself into the Committee of the Whole for consideration of the General Orders calendar.
The motion prevailed, and the President pro tempore, Senator Schuitmaker, designated Senator MacGregor as Chairperson.
After some time spent therein, the Committee arose; and the President pro tempore, Senator Schuitmaker, having resumed the Chair, the Committee reported back to the Senate, favorably and without amendment, the following bills:
Senate Bill No. 1026, entitled
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled “General sales tax act,” by amending section 1a (MCL 205.51a), as amended by 2017 PA 221.
Senate Bill No. 1027, entitled
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled “Use tax act,” by amending section 2b (MCL 205.92b), as amended by 2017 PA 220.
House Bill No. 5539, entitled
A bill to amend 2013 PA 183, entitled “Student safety act,” by amending section 3 (MCL 752.913).
House Bill No. 5658, entitled
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 27b of chapter VIII (MCL 768.27b), as added by 2006 PA 78.
House Bill No. 5660, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending section 145c (MCL 750.145c), as amended by 2012 PA 583.
House Bill No. 5661, entitled
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 16g of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16g), as amended by 2017 PA 74.
House Bill No. 5794, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” (MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by adding section 145g.
Senate Bill No. 1149, entitled
A bill to amend 2017 PA 128, entitled “Law enforcement officer separation of service record act,” by amending section 5 (MCL 28.565).
Senate Bill No. 1150, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 397, entitled “Bullard-Plawecki employee right to know act,” by amending sections 7 and 9 (MCL 423.507 and 423.509).
Senate Bill No. 1151, entitled
A bill to amend 1974 PA 381, entitled “An act to encourage and contribute to the rehabilitation of former offenders and to assist them in the assumption of the responsibilities of citizenship; to prescribe the use of the term “good moral character” or similar term as a requirement for an occupational or professional license or when used as a requirement to establish or operate an organization or facility regulated by this state; and to provide administrative and judicial procedures to contest licensing board or agency rulings thereon,” by amending section 1 (MCL 338.41).
Senate Bill No. 1173, entitled
A bill to amend 1941 PA 207, entitled “Fire prevention code,” by amending sections 1, 3c, and 21c (MCL 29.1, 29.3c, and 29.21c), as amended by 2006 PA 189; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
House Bill No. 5697, entitled
A bill to amend 1966 PA 331, entitled “Community college act of 1966,” by amending section 164 (MCL 389.164), as added by 2008 PA 359.
Senate Bill No. 1207, entitled
A bill to amend 1972 PA 230, entitled “Stille-DeRossett-Hale single state construction code act,” (MCL 125.1501 to 125.1531) by adding section 13g.
Senate Bill No. 1195, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 11109.
Senate Bill No. 1244, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 20101, 20114d, 20114e, 20120a, and 20120b (MCL 324.20101, 324.20114d, 324.20114e, 324.20120a, and 324.20120b), sections 20101, 20114d, 20120a, and 20120b as amended by 2014 PA 542 and section 20114e as amended by 2014 PA 178, and by adding section 20120f.
The bills were placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:
Senate Bill No. 886, entitled
A bill to amend 2006 PA 384, entitled “Driver education provider and instructor act,” by amending section 23 (MCL 256.643).
Substitute (S-2).
The Senate agreed to the substitute recommended by the Committee of the Whole, and the bill as substituted was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:
House Bill No. 5798, entitled
A bill to amend 1985 PA 87, entitled “William Van Regenmorter crime victim’s rights act,” by amending sections 2, 31, and 61 (MCL 780.752, 780.781, and 780.811), section 2 as amended by 2014 PA 133, section 31 as amended by 2014 PA 134, and section 61 as amended by 2014 PA 130.
Substitute (S-1).
The Senate agreed to the substitute recommended by the Committee of the Whole, and the bill as substituted was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:
House Bill No. 5217, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending section 20919 (MCL 333.20919), as amended by 2017 PA 154, and by adding section 21540.
Substitute (S-1).
The Senate agreed to the substitute recommended by the Committee of the Whole, and the bill as substituted was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:
House Bill No. 5218, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending section 21501 (MCL 333.21501) and by adding section 21541.
Substitute (S-1).
The Senate agreed to the substitute recommended by the Committee of the Whole, and the bill as substituted was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:
House Bill No. 5219, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding sections 20921b, 20921c, 20932a, 20932b, and 21542.
Substitute (S-1).
The Senate agreed to the substitute recommended by the Committee of the Whole, and the bill as substituted was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:
Senate Bill No. 964, entitled
A bill to amend 1972 PA 106, entitled “Highway advertising act of 1972,” by amending sections 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 7a, 9, 17, 17a, 19, and 23 (MCL 252.302, 252.303, 252.304, 252.306, 252.307, 252.307a, 252.309, 252.317, 252.317a, 252.319, and 252.323), sections 2, 4, 6, 7, 7a, and 17 as amended and section 17a as added by 2014 PA 2 and sections 3, 9, and 19 as amended by 2006 PA 448, and by adding section 8; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
Substitute (S-2).
The Senate agreed to the substitute recommended by the Committee of the Whole, and the bill as substituted was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:
House Bill No. 5321, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending section 40114 (MCL 324.40114), as amended by 2016 PA 356.
Substitute (S-1).
The Senate agreed to the substitute recommended by the Committee of the Whole, and the bill as substituted was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:
Senate Bill No. 1145, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending section 47305 (MCL 324.47305), as added by 1995 PA 57; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
Substitute (S-1).
The Senate agreed to the substitute recommended by the Committee of the Whole, and the bill as substituted was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:
Senate Bill No. 641, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending sections 16141, 16145, 16343, 18201, 18211, 18221, 18223, 18233, and 18237 (MCL 333.16141, 333.16145, 333.16343, 333.18201, 333.18211, 333.18221, 333.18223, 333.18233, and 333.18237), sections 16141 and 16145 as amended by 1993 PA 80, section 16343 as added by 1993 PA 79, sections 18211 and 18221 as amended by 2006 PA 395, section 18223 as amended by 2014 PA 385, section 18233 as amended by 1994 PA 234, and section 18237 as amended by 1998 PA 496, and by adding section 18236.
Substitute (S-1).
The following are the amendments to the substitute recommended by the Committee of the Whole:
1. Amend page 3, line 16, after “INCLUDE” by striking out the balance of the line through “THE” on line 18 and inserting “THE”.
2. Amend page 3, line 21, by striking out all of subparagraph (ii).
The Senate agreed to the substitute as amended recommended by the Committee of the Whole, and the bill as substituted was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:
Senate Bill No. 1129, entitled
A bill to amend 2001 PA 34, entitled “Revised municipal finance act,” by amending section 518 (MCL 141.2518), as amended by 2015 PA 46.
Substitute (S-1).
The Senate agreed to the substitute recommended by the Committee of the Whole, and the bill as substituted was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:
Senate Bill No. 1103, entitled
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending sections 8401a, 8402, 8403, 8404, 8405, 8406, 8409, 8412, 8420, and 8423 (MCL 600.8401a, 600.8402, 600.8403, 600.8404, 600.8405, 600.8406, 600.8409, 600.8412, 600.8420, and 600.8423), section 8401a as amended by 1998 PA 547, sections 8402 and 8409 as amended by 1991 PA 192, sections 8404 and 8412 as amended by 1984 PA 278, section 8405 as amended by 1996 PA 579, and section 8420 as amended by 2005 PA 151.
Substitute (S-1).
The Senate agreed to the substitute recommended by the Committee of the Whole, and the bill as substituted was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:
Senate Bill No. 1219, entitled
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled “Michigan liquor control code of 1998,” by amending section 513 (MCL 436.1513), as amended by 2009 PA 48.
Substitute (S-1).
The Senate agreed to the substitute recommended by the Committee of the Whole, and the bill as substituted was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:
Senate Bill No. 1136, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by amending the heading of part 414 and by adding sections 41401, 41402, and 41403.
Substitute (S-1).
The Senate agreed to the substitute recommended by the Committee of the Whole, and the bill as substituted was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:
Senate Bill No. 1196, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending section 11104 (MCL 324.11104), as amended by 2001 PA 165, and by adding section 11132.
Substitute (S-1).
The Senate agreed to the substitute recommended by the Committee of the Whole, and the bill as substituted was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:
Senate Bill No. 1211, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 1511, 30101, 30104b, 30112, 30301, 30304, 30305, 30306, 30307, 30311, 30314, 30316, 30319, 30321, and 32301 (MCL 324.1511, 324.30101, 324.30104b, 324.30112, 324.30301, 324.30304, 324.30305, 324.30306, 324.30307, 324.30311, 324.30314, 324.30316, 324.30319, 324.30321, and 324.32301), section 1511 as added by 2011 PA 237, section 30101 as amended by 2014 PA 351, section 30104b as amended by 2015 PA 76, sections 30112, 30314, 30316, 30319, and 32301 as added by 1995 PA 59, section 30301 as amended by 2012 PA 247, section 30304 as amended by 2004 PA 325, sections 30305, 30306, 30311, and 30321 as amended by 2013 PA 98, and section 30307 as amended by 2006 PA 430.
Substitute (S-1).
The Senate agreed to the substitute recommended by the Committee of the Whole, and the bill as substituted was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of
Messages from the House
Senator Kowall moved that consideration of the following bills be postponed for today:
Senate Bill No. 35
Senate Bill No. 874
Senate Bill No. 880
The motion prevailed.
Senate Bill No. 511, entitled
A bill to create the Michigan first-time home buyer savings program; to provide for first-time home buyer savings accounts; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies, boards, and departments; to allow certain tax deductions; and to provide for penalties and remedies.
The House of Representatives has substituted (H-1) the bill.
The House of Representatives has passed the bill as substituted (H-1) and ordered that it be given immediate effect.
Pending the order that, under rule 3.202, the bill be laid over one day,
Senator Kowall moved that the rule be suspended.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The question being on concurring in the substitute made to the bill by the House,
The substitute was concurred in, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 655 Yeas—35
Ananich Hansen Knollenberg Robertson
Bieda Hertel Kowall Rocca
Booher Hildenbrand MacGregor Schmidt
Brandenburg Hollier Marleau Schuitmaker
Casperson Hopgood Meekhof Stamas
Conyers Horn Nofs Warren
Emmons Hune O’Brien Young
Green Jones Pavlov Zorn
Gregory Knezek Proos
Nays—0
Excused—1
Shirkey
Not Voting—2
Colbeck Hood
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
Senator Kowall moved that Senator Colbeck be temporarily excused from today’s session.
The motion prevailed.
The question being on concurring in the committee recommendation to give the bill immediate effect,
The recommendation was concurred in, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
The bill was referred to the Secretary for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.
Senate Bill No. 512, entitled
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” by amending section 30 (MCL 206.30), as amended by 2017 PA 149.
The House of Representatives has substituted (H-2) the bill.
The House of Representatives has passed the bill as substituted (H-2), ordered that it be given immediate effect and amended the title to read as follows:
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “An act to meet deficiencies in state funds by providing for the imposition, levy, computation, collection, assessment, reporting, payment, and enforcement by lien and otherwise of taxes on or measured by net income and on certain commercial, business, and financial activities; to prescribe the manner and time of making reports and paying the taxes, and the functions of public officers and others as to the taxes; to permit the inspection of the records of taxpayers; to provide for interest and penalties on unpaid taxes; to provide exemptions, credits and refunds of the taxes; to prescribe penalties for the violation of this act; to provide an appropriation; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending section 30 (MCL 206.30), as amended by 2018 PA 38.
Pending the order that, under rule 3.202, the bill be laid over one day,
Senator Kowall moved that the rule be suspended.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The question being on concurring in the substitute made to the bill by the House,
The substitute was concurred in, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 656 Yeas—36
Ananich Hansen Knezek Proos
Bieda Hertel Knollenberg Robertson
Booher Hildenbrand Kowall Rocca
Brandenburg Hollier MacGregor Schmidt
Casperson Hood Marleau Schuitmaker
Conyers Hopgood Meekhof Stamas
Emmons Horn Nofs Warren
Green Hune O’Brien Young
Gregory Jones Pavlov Zorn
Nays—0
Excused—2
Colbeck Shirkey
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The question being on concurring in the committee recommendation to give the bill immediate effect,
The recommendation was concurred in, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
The Senate agreed to the title as amended.
The bill was referred to the Secretary for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.
Third Reading of Bills
Senator Kowall moved that the rules be suspended and that the following bills, now on the order of Third Reading of Bills, be placed on their immediate passage:
House Bill No. 5539
House Bill No. 5658
House Bill No. 5660
House Bill No. 5661
House Bill No. 5794
House Bill No. 5798
Senate Bill No. 964
Senate Bill No. 641
House Bill No. 5697
Senate Bill No. 1103
Senate Bill No. 1219
Senate Bill No. 1136
Senate Bill No. 1207
Senate Bill No. 1195
Senate Bill No. 1196
Senate Bill No. 1211
Senate Bill No. 1244
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Senator Kowall moved that the following bills be placed at the head of the Third Reading of Bills calendar:
Senate Bill No. 396
Senate Bill No. 1185
Senate Bill No. 1141
House Bill No. 5539
House Bill No. 5658
House Bill No. 5660
House Bill No. 5661
House Bill No. 5794
House Bill No. 5798
Senate Bill No. 964
Senate Bill No. 641
House Bill No. 5697
Senate Bill No. 1103
Senate Bill No. 1219
Senate Bill No. 1136
Senate Bill No. 1207
Senate Bill No. 1195
Senate Bill No. 1196
Senate Bill No. 1211
Senate Bill No. 1244
The motion prevailed.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 396, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending sections 717 and 722 (MCL 257.717 and 257.722), section 717 as amended by 2018 PA 342 and section 722 as amended by 2018 PA 274, and by adding section 719d.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was defeated, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 657 Yeas—17
Brandenburg Hildenbrand MacGregor Pavlov
Casperson Horn Meekhof Proos
Emmons Knollenberg Nofs Robertson
Green Kowall O’Brien Stamas
Hansen
Nays—19
Ananich Hertel Jones Schuitmaker
Bieda Hollier Knezek Warren
Booher Hood Marleau Young
Conyers Hopgood Rocca Zorn
Gregory Hune Schmidt
Excused—2
Colbeck Shirkey
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
Senator Kowall moved to reconsider the vote by which the bill was defeated.
The question being on the motion to reconsider,
Senator Kowall moved that further consideration of the bill be postponed for today.
The motion prevailed.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 1185, entitled
A bill to amend 2016 PA 407, entitled “Skilled trades regulation act,” by amending section 733 (MCL 339.5733), as amended by 2018 PA 331.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 658 Yeas—24
Booher Hildenbrand MacGregor Proos
Brandenburg Horn Marleau Robertson
Casperson Hune Meekhof Schmidt
Emmons Jones Nofs Schuitmaker
Green Knollenberg O’Brien Stamas
Hansen Kowall Pavlov Zorn
Nays—12
Ananich Gregory Hood Rocca
Bieda Hertel Hopgood Warren
Conyers Hollier Knezek Young
Excused—2
Colbeck Shirkey
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 1141, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 2001, 2045, 74101, 74116, 74120, 78101, 78105, and 78119 (MCL 324.2001, 324.2045, 324.74101, 324.74116, 324.74120, 324.78101, 324.78105, and 324.78119), section 2001 as amended by 2010 PA 32, sections 2045, 74120, 78105, and 78119 as amended by 2013 PA 81, section 74101 as amended by 2010 PA 33, section 74116 as amended by 2016 PA 1, and section 78101 as amended by 2010 PA 302.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 659 Yeas—36
Ananich Hansen Knezek Proos
Bieda Hertel Knollenberg Robertson
Booher Hildenbrand Kowall Rocca
Brandenburg Hollier MacGregor Schmidt
Casperson Hood Marleau Schuitmaker
Conyers Hopgood Meekhof Stamas
Emmons Horn Nofs Warren
Green Hune O’Brien Young
Gregory Jones Pavlov Zorn
Nays—0
Excused—2
Colbeck Shirkey
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 5539, entitled
A bill to amend 2013 PA 183, entitled “Student safety act,” by amending section 3 (MCL 752.913).
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 660 Yeas—36
Ananich Hansen Knezek Proos
Bieda Hertel Knollenberg Robertson
Booher Hildenbrand Kowall Rocca
Brandenburg Hollier MacGregor Schmidt
Casperson Hood Marleau Schuitmaker
Conyers Hopgood Meekhof Stamas
Emmons Horn Nofs Warren
Green Hune O’Brien Young
Gregory Jones Pavlov Zorn
Nays—0
Excused—2
Colbeck Shirkey
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The question being on concurring in the committee recommendation to give the bill immediate effect,
The recommendation was concurred in, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
Pursuant to Joint Rule 20, the full title of the act shall be inserted to read as follows:
“An act to create the student safety act; to provide for confidential reports of potential harm or criminal activities directed at school students, school employees, and schools; to establish a hotline for filing those reports; to create the student safety fund and to provide for contributions to and expenditures from that fund; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state officials and departments; to provide for procedures for the release of certain confidential information; to prescribe penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,”.
The Senate agreed to the full title.
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 5658, entitled
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 27b of chapter VIII (MCL 768.27b), as added by 2006 PA 78.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 661 Yeas—36
Ananich Hansen Knezek Proos
Bieda Hertel Knollenberg Robertson
Booher Hildenbrand Kowall Rocca
Brandenburg Hollier MacGregor Schmidt
Casperson Hood Marleau Schuitmaker
Conyers Hopgood Meekhof Stamas
Emmons Horn Nofs Warren
Green Hune O’Brien Young
Gregory Jones Pavlov Zorn
Nays—0
Excused—2
Colbeck Shirkey
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The question being on concurring in the committee recommendation to give the bill immediate effect,
The recommendation was concurred in, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
Pursuant to Joint Rule 20, the full title of the act shall be inserted to read as follows:
“An act to revise, consolidate, and codify the laws relating to criminal procedure and to define the jurisdiction, powers, and duties of courts, judges, and other officers of the court under the provisions of this act; to provide laws relative to the rights of persons accused of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for the arrest of persons charged with or suspected of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for bail of persons arrested for or accused of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for the examination of persons accused of criminal offenses; to regulate the procedure relative to grand juries, indictments, informations, and proceedings before trial; to provide for trials of persons complained of or indicted for criminal offenses and ordinance violations and to provide for the procedure in those trials; to provide for judgments and sentences of persons convicted of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to establish a sentencing commission and to prescribe its powers and duties; to provide for procedure relating to new trials and appeals in criminal and ordinance violation cases; to provide a uniform system of probation throughout this state and the appointment of probation officers; to prescribe the powers, duties, and compensation of probation officers; to provide penalties for the violation of the duties of probation officers; to provide for procedure governing proceedings to prevent crime and proceedings for the discovery of crime; to provide for fees of officers, witnesses, and others in criminal and ordinance violation cases; to set forth miscellaneous provisions as to criminal procedure in certain cases; to provide penalties for the violation of certain provisions of this act; and to repeal all acts and parts of acts inconsistent with or contravening any of the provisions of this act,”.
The Senate agreed to the full title.
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 5660, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending section 145c (MCL 750.145c), as amended by 2012 PA 583.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 662 Yeas—35
Ananich Hertel Knollenberg Robertson
Bieda Hildenbrand Kowall Rocca
Booher Hollier MacGregor Schmidt
Brandenburg Hood Marleau Schuitmaker
Casperson Hopgood Meekhof Stamas
Conyers Horn Nofs Warren
Emmons Hune O’Brien Young
Gregory Jones Pavlov Zorn
Hansen Knezek Proos
Nays—0
Excused—2
Colbeck Shirkey
Not Voting—1
Green
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The question being on concurring in the committee recommendation to give the bill immediate effect,
The recommendation was concurred in, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
Pursuant to Joint Rule 20, the full title of the act shall be inserted to read as follows:
“An act to revise, consolidate, codify, and add to the statutes relating to crimes; to define crimes and prescribe the penalties and remedies; to provide for restitution under certain circumstances; to provide for the competency of evidence at the trial of persons accused of crime; to provide immunity from prosecution for certain witnesses appearing at criminal trials; to provide for liability for damages; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts inconsistent with or contravening any of the provisions of this act,”.
The Senate agreed to the full title.
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 5661, entitled
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 16g of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16g), as amended by 2017 PA 74.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 663 Yeas—36
Ananich Hansen Knezek Proos
Bieda Hertel Knollenberg Robertson
Booher Hildenbrand Kowall Rocca
Brandenburg Hollier MacGregor Schmidt
Casperson Hood Marleau Schuitmaker
Conyers Hopgood Meekhof Stamas
Emmons Horn Nofs Warren
Green Hune O’Brien Young
Gregory Jones Pavlov Zorn
Nays—0
Excused—2
Colbeck Shirkey
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The question being on concurring in the committee recommendation to give the bill immediate effect,
The recommendation was concurred in, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
Pursuant to Joint Rule 20, the full title of the act shall be inserted to read as follows:
“An act to revise, consolidate, and codify the laws relating to criminal procedure and to define the jurisdiction, powers, and duties of courts, judges, and other officers of the court under the provisions of this act; to provide laws relative to the rights of persons accused of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for the arrest of persons charged with or suspected of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for bail of persons arrested for or accused of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for the examination of persons accused of criminal offenses; to regulate the procedure relative to grand juries, indictments, informations, and proceedings before trial; to provide for trials of persons complained of or indicted for criminal offenses and ordinance violations and to provide for the procedure in those trials; to provide for judgments and sentences of persons convicted of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to establish a sentencing commission and to prescribe its powers and duties; to provide for procedure relating to new trials and appeals in criminal and ordinance violation cases; to provide a uniform system of probation throughout this state and the appointment of probation officers; to prescribe the powers, duties, and compensation of probation officers; to provide penalties for the violation of the duties of probation officers; to provide for procedure governing proceedings to prevent crime and proceedings for the discovery of crime; to provide for fees of officers, witnesses, and others in criminal and ordinance violation cases; to set forth miscellaneous provisions as to criminal procedure in certain cases; to provide penalties for the violation of certain provisions of this act; and to repeal all acts and parts of acts inconsistent with or contravening any of the provisions of this act,”.
The Senate agreed to the full title.
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 5794, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” (MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by adding section 145g.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 664 Yeas—36
Ananich Hansen Knezek Proos
Bieda Hertel Knollenberg Robertson
Booher Hildenbrand Kowall Rocca
Brandenburg Hollier MacGregor Schmidt
Casperson Hood Marleau Schuitmaker
Conyers Hopgood Meekhof Stamas
Emmons Horn Nofs Warren
Green Hune O’Brien Young
Gregory Jones Pavlov Zorn
Nays—0
Excused—2
Colbeck Shirkey
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The question being on concurring in the committee recommendation to give the bill immediate effect,
The recommendation was concurred in, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
Pursuant to Joint Rule 20, the full title of the act shall be inserted to read as follows:
“An act to revise, consolidate, codify, and add to the statutes relating to crimes; to define crimes and prescribe the penalties and remedies; to provide for restitution under certain circumstances; to provide for the competency of evidence at the trial of persons accused of crime; to provide immunity from prosecution for certain witnesses appearing at criminal trials; to provide for liability for damages; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts inconsistent with or contravening any of the provisions of this act,”.
The Senate agreed to the full title.
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 5798, entitled
A bill to amend 1985 PA 87, entitled “William Van Regenmorter crime victim’s rights act,” by amending sections 2, 31, and 61 (MCL 780.752, 780.781, and 780.811), section 2 as amended by 2014 PA 133, section 31 as amended by 2014 PA 134, and section 61 as amended by 2014 PA 130.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 665 Yeas—36
Ananich Hansen Knezek Proos
Bieda Hertel Knollenberg Robertson
Booher Hildenbrand Kowall Rocca
Brandenburg Hollier MacGregor Schmidt
Casperson Hood Marleau Schuitmaker
Conyers Hopgood Meekhof Stamas
Emmons Horn Nofs Warren
Green Hune O’Brien Young
Gregory Jones Pavlov Zorn
Nays—0
Excused—2
Colbeck Shirkey
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The question being on concurring in the committee recommendation to give the bill immediate effect,
The recommendation was concurred in, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
Pursuant to Joint Rule 20, the full title of the act shall be inserted to read as follows:
“An act to establish the rights of victims of crime and juvenile offenses; to provide for certain procedures; to establish certain immunities and duties; to limit convicted criminals from deriving profit under certain circumstances; to prohibit certain conduct of employers or employers’ agents toward victims; and to provide for penalties and remedies,”.
The Senate agreed to the full title.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 964, entitled
A bill to amend 1972 PA 106, entitled “Highway advertising act of 1972,” by amending sections 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 7a, 9, 17, 17a, 19, and 23 (MCL 252.302, 252.303, 252.304, 252.306, 252.307, 252.307a, 252.309, 252.317, 252.317a, 252.319, and 252.323), sections 2, 4, 6, 7, 7a, and 17 as amended and section 17a as added by 2014 PA 2 and sections 3, 9, and 19 as amended by 2006 PA 448, and by adding section 8; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 666 Yeas—25
Booher Horn Marleau Robertson
Brandenburg Hune Meekhof Schmidt
Casperson Jones Nofs Schuitmaker
Emmons Knollenberg O’Brien Stamas
Green Kowall Pavlov Young
Hansen MacGregor Proos Zorn
Hildenbrand
Nays—11
Ananich Gregory Hood Rocca
Bieda Hertel Hopgood Warren
Conyers Hollier Knezek
Excused—2
Colbeck Shirkey
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 641, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending sections 16111, 16343, 18201, 18211, 18221, 18223, 18233, and 18237 (MCL 333.16111, 333.16343, 333.18201, 333.18211, 333.18221, 333.18223, 333.18233, and 333.18237), section 16111 as amended by 2006 PA 392, section 16343 as added by 1993 PA 79, sections 18211 and 18221 as amended by 2006 PA 395, section 18223 as amended by 2018 PA 24, section 18233 as amended by 1994 PA 234, and section 18237 as amended by 1998 PA 496, and by adding sections 18225, 18226, and 18236.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
Senator Warren offered the following substitute:
Substitute (S-4).
The substitute was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Senator Hood requested the yeas and nays.
The yeas and nays were ordered, 1/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The substitute was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 667 Yeas—16
Ananich Hansen Hopgood O’Brien
Bieda Hertel Knezek Rocca
Conyers Hollier Knollenberg Warren
Gregory Hood Nofs Young
Nays—20
Booher Hildenbrand MacGregor Robertson
Brandenburg Horn Marleau Schmidt
Casperson Hune Meekhof Schuitmaker
Emmons Jones Pavlov Stamas
Green Kowall Proos Zorn
Excused—2
Colbeck Shirkey
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 668 Yeas—28
Ananich Hansen Jones Robertson
Booher Hertel Knezek Rocca
Brandenburg Hildenbrand MacGregor Schmidt
Casperson Hood Meekhof Schuitmaker
Conyers Hopgood Nofs Stamas
Emmons Horn Pavlov Young
Green Hune Proos Zorn
Nays—8
Bieda Hollier Kowall O’Brien
Gregory Knollenberg Marleau Warren
Excused—2
Colbeck Shirkey
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 5697, entitled
A bill to amend 1966 PA 331, entitled “Community college act of 1966,” by amending section 164 (MCL 389.164), as added by 2008 PA 359.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 669 Yeas—36
Ananich Hansen Knezek Proos
Bieda Hertel Knollenberg Robertson
Booher Hildenbrand Kowall Rocca
Brandenburg Hollier MacGregor Schmidt
Casperson Hood Marleau Schuitmaker
Conyers Hopgood Meekhof Stamas
Emmons Horn Nofs Warren
Green Hune O’Brien Young
Gregory Jones Pavlov Zorn
Nays—0
Excused—2
Colbeck Shirkey
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The question being on concurring in the committee recommendation to give the bill immediate effect,
The recommendation was concurred in, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
Pursuant to Joint Rule 20, the full title of the act shall be inserted to read as follows:
“An act to revise and consolidate the laws relating to community colleges; to provide for the creation of community college districts; to provide a charter for such districts; to provide for the government, control and administration of such districts; to provide for the election of a board of trustees; to define the powers and duties of the board of trustees; to provide for the assessment, levy, collection and return of taxes therefor; to authorize community college districts to operate a new jobs training program, enter into certain training agreements, and issue bonds to finance the training program; to prescribe penalties and provide remedies; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,”.
The Senate agreed to the full title.
Senator Colbeck entered the Senate Chamber.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 1103, entitled
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending sections 8401a, 8402, 8403, 8404, 8405, 8406, 8409, 8412, 8420, and 8423 (MCL 600.8401a, 600.8402, 600.8403, 600.8404, 600.8405, 600.8406, 600.8409, 600.8412, 600.8420, and 600.8423), section 8401a as amended by 1998 PA 547, sections 8402 and 8409 as amended by 1991 PA 192, sections 8404 and 8412 as amended by 1984 PA 278, section 8405 as amended by 1996 PA 579, and section 8420 as amended by 2005 PA 151.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 670 Yeas—37
Ananich Hansen Knezek Proos
Bieda Hertel Knollenberg Robertson
Booher Hildenbrand Kowall Rocca
Brandenburg Hollier MacGregor Schmidt
Casperson Hood Marleau Schuitmaker
Colbeck Hopgood Meekhof Stamas
Conyers Horn Nofs Warren
Emmons Hune O’Brien Young
Green Jones Pavlov Zorn
Gregory
Nays—0
Excused—1
Shirkey
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 1219, entitled
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled “Michigan liquor control code of 1998,” by amending section 513 (MCL 436.1513), as amended by 2009 PA 48.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 671 Yeas—33
Ananich Hollier Kowall Robertson
Bieda Hood MacGregor Rocca
Booher Hopgood Marleau Schmidt
Brandenburg Horn Meekhof Schuitmaker
Conyers Hune Nofs Stamas
Gregory Jones O’Brien Warren
Hansen Knezek Pavlov Young
Hertel Knollenberg Proos Zorn
Hildenbrand
Nays—4
Casperson Colbeck Emmons Green
Excused—1
Shirkey
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 1136, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by amending the heading of part 414 and by adding sections 41401, 41402, and 41403.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 672 Yeas—36
Ananich Gregory Jones Pavlov
Bieda Hansen Knezek Proos
Booher Hertel Knollenberg Robertson
Brandenburg Hildenbrand Kowall Rocca
Casperson Hollier MacGregor Schmidt
Colbeck Hood Marleau Schuitmaker
Conyers Hopgood Meekhof Warren
Emmons Horn Nofs Young
Green Hune O’Brien Zorn
Nays—1
Stamas
Excused—1
Shirkey
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 1207, entitled
A bill to amend 1972 PA 230, entitled “Stille-DeRossett-Hale single state construction code act,” (MCL 125.1501 to 125.1531) by adding section 13g.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 673 Yeas—36
Ananich Hansen Knezek Proos
Bieda Hertel Knollenberg Robertson
Booher Hildenbrand Kowall Rocca
Brandenburg Hollier MacGregor Schmidt
Casperson Hood Marleau Schuitmaker
Conyers Hopgood Meekhof Stamas
Emmons Horn Nofs Warren
Green Hune O’Brien Young
Gregory Jones Pavlov Zorn
Nays—1
Colbeck
Excused—1
Shirkey
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 1195, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 11109.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
Senator Hopgood offered the following amendment:
1. Amend page 2, following line 18, by inserting:
“(A) FORTY PERCENT OF THE FEE REVENUE PAID BY THE OWNER OR OPERATOR OF A LANDFILL UNDER THIS SECTION SHALL BE EXPENDED FOR GRANTS TO THE MUNICIPALITY OR COUNTY WHERE THE LANDFILL IS LOCATED FOR EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS.” and relettering the remaining subdivisions.
The amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 674 Yeas—29
Ananich Hansen Kowall Proos
Booher Hildenbrand MacGregor Robertson
Brandenburg Hollier Marleau Rocca
Casperson Hood Meekhof Schmidt
Conyers Horn Nofs Stamas
Emmons Knezek O’Brien Warren
Green Knollenberg Pavlov Young
Gregory
Nays—8
Bieda Hertel Hune Schuitmaker
Colbeck Hopgood Jones Zorn
Excused—1
Shirkey
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 1196, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending section 11104 (MCL 324.11104), as amended by 2001 PA 165 and by adding sections 11132 and 11514b.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 675 Yeas—29
Ananich Hansen Kowall Proos
Booher Hildenbrand MacGregor Robertson
Brandenburg Hollier Marleau Rocca
Casperson Hood Meekhof Schmidt
Conyers Horn Nofs Stamas
Emmons Hune O’Brien Warren
Green Knollenberg Pavlov Young
Gregory
Nays—8
Bieda Hertel Jones Schuitmaker
Colbeck Hopgood Knezek Zorn
Excused—1
Shirkey
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 1211, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 1511, 30101, 30112, 30301, 30304, 30305, 30306, 30307, 30311, 30314, 30316, 30319, 30321, and 32301 (MCL 324.1511, 324.30101, 324.30112, 324.30301, 324.30304, 324.30305, 324.30306, 324.30307, 324.30311, 324.30314, 324.30316, 324.30319, 324.30321, and 324.32301), section 1511 as added by 2011 PA 237, section 30101 as amended by 2014 PA 351, sections 30112, 30314, 30316, 30319, and 32301 as added by 1995 PA 59, section 30301 as amended by 2012 PA 247, section 30304 as amended by 2004 PA 325, sections 30305, 30306, 30311, and 30321 as amended by 2013 PA 98, and section 30307 as amended by 2006 PA 430.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 676 Yeas—23
Booher Hansen Kowall Proos
Brandenburg Hildenbrand MacGregor Robertson
Casperson Horn Marleau Schmidt
Colbeck Hune Meekhof Schuitmaker
Emmons Jones Nofs Stamas
Green Knollenberg Pavlov
Nays—14
Ananich Hertel Knezek Warren
Bieda Hollier O’Brien Young
Conyers Hood Rocca Zorn
Gregory Hopgood
Excused—1
Shirkey
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 1244, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 20101, 20114d, 20114e, 20120a, and 20120b (MCL 324.20101, 324.20114d, 324.20114e, 324.20120a, and 324.20120b), sections 20101, 20114d, 20120a, and 20120b as amended by 2014 PA 542 and section 20114e as amended by 2014 PA 178, and by adding section 20120f.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 677 Yeas—23
Booher Hildenbrand MacGregor Proos
Brandenburg Horn Marleau Robertson
Casperson Hune Meekhof Schmidt
Emmons Jones Nofs Stamas
Green Knollenberg O’Brien Zorn
Hansen Kowall Pavlov
Nays—14
Ananich Gregory Hopgood Schuitmaker
Bieda Hertel Knezek Warren
Colbeck Hollier Rocca Young
Conyers Hood
Excused—1
Shirkey
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of
Resolutions
Senator Kowall moved that consideration of the following resolutions be postponed for today:
Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 10
Senate Resolution No. 105
Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 20
Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 21
Senate Resolution No. 153
Senate Resolution No. 149
Senate Resolution No. 115
Senate Resolution No. 132
Senate Resolution No. 179
Senate Resolution No. 180
The motion prevailed.
Senator Meekhof offered the following resolution:
Senate Resolution No. 200.
A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Marty Knollenberg.
Whereas, It is a pleasure for the members of this legislative body to extend our appreciation to Senator Marty Knollenberg for his tremendous work. He ably served the Senate, his residents in southeastern Oakland County in the Thirteenth District, and the entire state; and
Whereas, Marty Knollenberg received a bachelor’s degree from Albion College and has been a small business owner for over 25 years. His public service includes time as an Oakland County commissioner and three terms of office in the House of Representatives. Also active in the community, he has volunteered with the Kiwanis Club of Troy and the Deaf Community Action Network Board, among other area organizations; and
Whereas, In his four years of service in this chamber beginning in 2015, Senator Knollenberg has worked toward the betterment of the state. His leadership was illustrated as chair of the Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Appropriations Subcommittee and vice chair of the Education Committee. He also served on the Corrections and Transportation Appropriations subcommittees and was a member of the Finance and Regulatory Reform committees. He contributed to a variety of policy matters, including legislation to limit the number of opioid prescriptions in this state and to increase access to handicapped parking permits; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, That we offer this expression of tribute to commend and thank the Honorable Marty Knollenberg for his notable contributions to this legislative body and to our state; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Senator Knollenberg as evidence of our gratitude and best wishes.
Pending the order that, under rule 3.204, the resolution be referred to the Committee on Government Operations,
Senator Kowall moved that the rule be suspended.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The resolution was adopted by a unanimous standing vote of the Senate.
Senator Kowall moved that rule 3.204 be suspended to name the entire membership of the Senate and the Lieutenant Governor as co‑sponsors of the resolution.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Senator Knollenberg asked and was granted unanimous consent to make a statement and moved that the statement be printed in the Journal.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Knollenberg’s statement is as follows:
I’d like to start by sharing a story. It is a personal story. It is a story about my parents and my family. My dad grew up on a farm in Central Illinois. He had 12 other siblings. Other than a close bond with family and a strong work ethic, my dad was really on his own and yet, became successful. My mom grew up in Allen Park, Michigan. She had an alcoholic father, but fortunately was close to her mother and older sister. She, too, was pretty much on her own, and realized at an early age that when she married her husband, he was going to be special—loving to her and to my brother and I. And he was. She is also a success in her own right. My parents were very involved in the community. While the list is endless—PTA, church, homeowner boards, non-profit organizations, local chambers, coach, supporting local political candidates are just a few. And then, at the age of 59 years old, my dad became a Congressman and served for 16 years in that role. In addition, I have a brother who came out of the closet over 25 years ago and I am really proud of him and his success as a high-end interior designer. I say all this because my family isn’t much different than a lot of other families. What is different is the example that my parents set for my brother and I and the importance of service to our community and public service.
They led by example, and I remember them telling me “actions speak louder than words,” something that I think is lacking in today’s society. I am thankful and grateful to them and am proud of their legacy.
Imagine being born hard of hearing. Imagine not speaking well, not having much of a vocabulary, and not being social in a verbal way. Imagine wearing a bulky hearing aid in the mid-1960s at three and a half years of age. Imagine being bussed to a neighboring school district, away from friends, for special education services at the age of four. Now imagine if this was your child. Imagine wondering how your deaf child in the 1960s was ever going to make it. This was my parents’ child. I was that child. Aren’t I blessed? Never in my parents’ or in my wildest dreams, did they, or did I, think I would be a State Senator.
It is an awesome opportunity to serve and I am thankful, and it goes to show you that anything is possible. I have, however, asked myself, “Why run for public office?” and “Why make these sacrifices when it can often times be frustrating, especially in today’s world of politics?” I ask these questions not because I doubt myself, but rather to make sure that I’m doing it for the right reasons and to remind myself of the real purpose of my work in the Senate. I ask these questions to my wife as well for the same reasons, and while she is obviously biased, she is also a fair barometer of judgement. Being honest with ourselves is what keeps us grounded. Her answer and my answer is always the same: to serve, to make a difference, to represent the community, and to provide hope to those who need it.
It is easy to get lost and lose sight of what our role as public servants is and these questions, I believe, are important in understanding what our role as an elected member of the Michigan Senate really is. I believe that I have served for the right reasons and my role was never meant to be a permanent thing. That was the intent of our Founding Fathers. Elections, term limits, and redistricting are responsible for that. Because our work is a part of our Senate’s history and while future legislators may change what we have done, our work has mattered in these chambers, given the precedent that we have set. I am simply the connector and I view my job as an ambassador for my communities and my constituents.
There are a number of people that I want to thank and, sorry Senators, the important people are first. Obviously my wife, Lori, who is standing up there, my parents—my mom is up there—and my family. You guys believed in me. Especially you, Lori. You are my ally. You are my partner. You believed in me. You understood and you understand public service, and you made a lot of sacrifices for us. Thank you and I love you.
No doubt, my constituents, including those who voted for me and even those who did not. I tried to represent everybody. I did my best and I hope you felt the same way even when we didn’t always agree. Thank you for the opportunity to serve all of you.
We have a beautiful Capitol and this building is special, and it is because of all the people who support us. This includes our Sergeants who make sure that we are safe and protected; everybody in the front row including our clerks who make sure that our votes are accounted for, among other things; and to our Senate personnel. We really have some great people—smart, hard-working, dedicated, and true servants. They include our fiscal analysts, our policy experts, our communications team, all supporting staff, my staff—present and past—and all other legislative chiefs and legislative staff, H.R., interns, pages, photographers—got that Pattrick? If I’ve missed anyone or any group, I apologize. Thank you all for making this a great place to be.
My fellow Senators, thank you. We are in the communications business and people business and it is hard work to try to make everyone happy, but I appreciate all of you and what you do. While I’d like to mention something about each of you, I only have time for two members.
First, Coleman Young Jr. You are right, we probably don’t agree on much, certainly not on “free the weed.” But I respect you because you know your community and you know your constituency and that is what public service is all about. I appreciate your passion to fight for their interests.
Jack Brandenburg, I hesitated to mention Jack, given that he is about a foot taller than I am and I still have to sit next to him in caucus for the next three weeks. I’ve been telling him for four years that I can take him; I just have never had the chance. Anyway, Senator Brandenburg is my Finance chair, and Finance members pay attention, because you will remember this story. We were in the old Senate building listening to testimony in the Finance Committee and in the middle of it all, there is a loud noise. I mean really loud. As the committee members looked over to where the noise came from, there is a hand raised from the floor and a voice says, “Eh, I’m ok.” Something like that; that’s my best impersonation. It is Jack Brandenburg on the ground. All 6' 6" and 300 pounds of him—do I have that right, Jack? It seemed like 300 pounds; I apologize if it’s less than that. He had gotten up during testimony, stepped off the dais, and tripped on the step. After he fell, he then got up and pretended like nothing happened. I was laughing so hard, I had tears in my eyes. I had a hard time keeping quiet, but I wasn’t alone. Other members were all chuckling too. Jack, I’m sorry, but I had to tell this story. I love you and you were great to me and I appreciate having you as a friend.
As I conclude, I would like to share one final story. As you may or may not know, my dad passed away this year on February 6, which happens to be the day that Ronald Reagan was born. I wish you all had the chance to meet him. He was a special man. I had the opportunity to attend a memorial service held at Statuary Hall at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. this past September. They were honoring 38 former members of Congress who passed away in the last year. I remembered the beauty of the Capitol, the friendly guards, and the excitement and the energy that surrounded us. Not much different than here. I also remembered the civility during the ceremony. Nancy Pelosi, Jeff Flake, Tom Daschle were a few people I recall who spoke. They all seemed to get along. Not much different than here. I also talked to other current members of Congress and they all seemed to respect each other. Not much different than here. It is a shame that the general public doesn’t see it, like we all do here. I truly believe in public service, and again, I am very grateful and humbled to have been able to serve with all of you.
Thank you and God bless.
Recess
Senator Kowall moved that the Senate recess subject to the call of the Chair.
The motion prevailed, the time being 1:43 p.m.
3:11 p.m.
The Senate was called to order by the President pro tempore, Senator Schuitmaker.
Senator Meekhof offered the following resolution:
Senate Resolution No. 201.
A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Steven M. Bieda.
Whereas, It is with great appreciation for his commitment to the people of the Ninth District, as well as the entire state, that we honor Senator Steven M. Bieda on his retirement from the Michigan Senate after eight years of dedicated service; and
Whereas, Steven M. Bieda has a long and accomplished career in public service. The former three-term representative received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Wayne State University, a juris doctor from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, and a master of laws in taxation from his alma mater, Wayne State University. Prior to his 2002 election to the House of Representatives, he was the labor relations director for the city of Warren, a senior policy analyst for the House, and an attorney specializing in estate and tax planning. His dedication to community and its history has been evidenced time and again, serving Warren in numerous capacities, including his local Lions Club, historical society, and Michigan Labor Legacy Project. Displaying his creative side, he also designed two U.S. Mint coins, the Thomas Edison Silver Dollar and the reverse side of the 1992 issue of the U.S. Olympic Half Dollar; and
Whereas, Elected to the Michigan Senate in 2010 and 2014, Senator Bieda has been a strong advocate for all Michigan residents. Serving on numerous committees, including as minority vice chair on the committees on Finance, Insurance, and Judiciary, he worked diligently on a wide array of issues, from expanding economic opportunities, reforming health and auto insurance, and reducing the cost of early education to election reforms. The former Assistant Democratic Leader was also a member of the Legislative Council, Michigan Commission on Uniform State Laws, and the Michigan Capitol Committee. The historical replica cannons installed on the Capitol lawn will be long-serving reminders of his dedication to the preservation of Michigan’s culture and history; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, That we offer this expression of tribute to commend and thank the Honorable Steven M. Bieda for his notable contributions to this legislative body and to our state; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Senator Bieda as evidence of our gratitude and best wishes.
Pending the order that, under rule 3.204, the resolution be referred to the Committee on Government Operations,
Senator Kowall moved that the rule be suspended.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The resolution was adopted by a unanimous standing vote of the Senate.
Senator Kowall moved that rule 3.204 be suspended to name the entire membership of the Senate and the Lieutenant Governor as co‑sponsors of the resolution.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Senator Bieda asked and was granted unanimous consent to make a statement and moved that the statement be printed in the Journal.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Bieda’s statement is as follows:
It seems to be my luck that the whole building would be evacuated right before I was going to speak earlier today. I wanted to talk about a couple things that I have experienced here in this rich experience of serving in the State Capitol. One of the things I was thinking about as I was going through that little memory jog that you do when you’re writing a speech like this: A couple years ago I had an opportunity to see the Capitol from a totally unconventional view. I had been to a function with the building trades and one of the local businesses was doing work and restoring the Capitol dome and the roof of the Capitol. This led to an invitation for me to see the Capitol from above. Specifically I was suspended, secured in one of those buckets, strapped into a harness, and lifted by a crane that towered about 350 feet above the Capitol dome. I’m not sure if I was supposed to tell people that I did that, but I’m pretty sure I’m the only one who floated over this Capitol dome. Maybe with the exception of Coleman Young, but that’s a different story. Once you got over the fact that you were hanging in a slightly swaying bucket, 350 feet above the ground, you could really enjoy a unique view. It was beautiful. The view floating above the Capitol was simply awe inspiring and really a bit surreal.
People often remark about the details found throughout the Capitol, and this building truly represents civic pride in our beautiful state. It also reminds me just how special a place this is, and what a special role we all play. Having had the honor of working here first as a staff member, then as a House member, and now as a State Senator for a cumulative of nearly 20 years, I’ve seen the turnover of Representatives, Senators, staff members, Governors, employees, and others associated with the Capitol and state government. So many issues over the years, so many controversies over the years, this place is a lot of things but it is never boring. I don’t think I’ve had a day working here that I didn’t notice some new detail of this magnificent building. Every day we start our session reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. Occasionally, a visiting school group is present. This chamber loses a little bit of its stuffiness when these young visitors loudly, enthusiastically, and energetically join us in reciting the pledge. I don’t know about you, but listening to these school children, I get the feeling that our country is going to be in good hands.
Now, I ran for office with an ambitious agenda and a sincere desire to make a positive difference. I may not have achieved everything I wanted to, but I was able to work on legislation that helps make the state a little better for our citizens and that will help to right some wrongs. It is not in my nature to talk about myself, but many of the legislative initiatives that I took on—things like compensating wrongfully convicted individuals; like providing law enforcement with the proper tools to identify wrongdoers and to exonerate the innocent; like rewriting antiquated paternity laws; protecting consumers, the environment, and even protecting people from cyber bullying; proposing historic preservation; and working to provide more humane treatment of animals—have made it into statute. None of this would have been possible without your help.
I have some special thank yous I would like to say. First of all, Connie Platte who is my office manager and has been with me since I started in the Senate. Prior to that, she worked for Senator Dennis Olshove and Senator Art Miller. She has been a wonderful person. I call her the mother hen sometimes in the office because she knows just about everything. If she doesn’t know it, she knows somebody who does. We have had over 80 interns who have worked for my office, and some of them—including the current ones, Reidar Sandall and Mckenzie Pollick, as well as people like Matt Black, Madison Brock, Brad Davis, Renee Hermanowski, Mike Guthrie, Mike Klinefelt, Steve Koski, Keith Reid, Allison Tinsey, and Spencer Tobias—have all gone onto bigger and greater things. Connie, herself, has been a wonderful person to work with. She has a great sense of humor and she balances family and work, and does it with a great deal of cheer. With her three children, Alex, Catherine, and Sarah, I’ve learned more about childhood diseases and the type of weird injuries one can obtain in sports.
I also had Jerry Gill in my office for a number of years. He’s going to hate me for saying this, but Jerry just informed me that today is his last day working. He has been a wonderful friend, mentor, and kind of a Yoda-like figure in my office. He also knows where all the bodies are buried. Now Jerry worked originally for Senator John Bowman, then Senator Art Miller, then Senator Dennis Olshove, and then myself. It’s remarkable that his entire career has been in one Senate district. In fact, my predecessor, Dennis Olshove, joked that Jerry’s name is on the ballot when you run for office in this seat. We’re not exactly sure what his exact start date was, but the best that the state archeologists can determine is that it was in the early 1970s.
I would also like to thank Democratic policy and communications staff: Nancy Green, John Mulcrone, Rosie Jones, Bryanna McGarry, Shaquila Myers, Lisa Keith, Robert Leddy, Mike Vatter, Dan Oberlin, Sam Buchalter, Allison Paris, Malcolm Kletke, David Ettinger, Elizabeth Battiste, and David Olds, along with everybody else. I would also like to thank the Sergeants, the Enrolling Clerks, Senate Fiscal Agency, H.R. folks, the Legislative Service Bureau, Legislative facilities, and the docents. I would also like to do a shout out to Matt Van Acker for his dedication to the Capitol over the years.
I also want to thank my family, friends, supporters, and everybody who worked with me on many pieces of legislation, but also helping me get up here. I’ve served as the Minority vice chair of the Judiciary, Finance, and Insurance Committees, and for the first four years, as Minority vice chair of the Redistricting Committee. I’ve also been a member of the Energy and Technology and Economic Development and International Investment Committees. I’m the only Democrat on some of these committees, but Ian Conyers, Coleman Young, and Rebekah Warren presently serve with me on some of them. It’s been an honor to serve with you. I also want to thank the chairmen, Senators Rick Jones, Jack Brandenburg, Joe Hune, Mike Nofs, and Ken Horn for their work as well as their patience, as I tend to ask a lot of questions during committee.
I would also like to thank Governor Snyder, Lieutenant Governor Calley, Majority Leader Arlan Meekhof, Floor Leader Mike Kowall, and former Majority Leader Randy Richardville. While I have not always agreed with you, and we’ve had some sharp policy differences, I’ve always appreciated the openness and sometimes even the ability to find some common ground. Civility in politics is not necessarily dead, friendship can and does transcend politics.
Being in the majority has its difficulties, but it doesn’t compare to the challenges faced while serving in the minority. To that end, I want to thank my good friends, Gretchen Whitmer and Jim Ananich, along with Tupac Hunter and Morris Hood, for their exemplary leadership. I also want to thank my caucus, which has ranged from 10 to 12 members during my two terms. It was a caucus that was a historic low as far as numbers were concerned. Although we had two veterans, Vincent Gregory and David Knezek, which made it a caucus with the highest percentage of veterans. The caucus is also noteworthy in that I worked as a policy staffer with two of my caucus members, Rebekah Warren and Hoon-Yung Hopgood, both of whom I have known for over 20 years.
November 2018 changed fortunes a bit. I have to say I’m delighted that, as I go out the door, I can welcome a Democratic caucus of 16 members. It’s even better than that, eight of them are women, for a record number of women to serve in this chamber. I think diversity is a good thing, and I have a feeling that they’re going to do a great job.
I have several things that I regret this Legislature has not taken up. One of my first bills introduced in both the House and the Senate called for no-excuse absentee voting, as well as bills to maintain the right for voters to have the option to vote a straight ticket, and efforts to modernize voter registration. Being a strong believer that gerrymandering is wrong, I had also proposed a number of redistricting reforms. Some of you might recall that I periodically offer these as amendments and tiebars to numerous election related bills. My friend the chairman of the Elections and Government Committee would ask his members to vote “no” against them—all of them actually—with the promise that eventually they would be taken up in committee. Well, we don’t need a committee meeting now, because an overwhelming majority of voters passed both Proposal 2 and Proposal 3 this last November. All we have to do is respect their vote.
There are other big things that we as a state need to tackle: infrastructure investment, our roads, bridges, sewers, and water systems need to be strongly and aggressively addressed. It is an abomination that the people of Flint still do not have clean drinking water. For a state that put the nation on wheels to have an inadequate response to our deteriorating roads is not acceptable. While some improvements have been made, we still have a lot to do. The safety of our citizens and our attractiveness as a state to live in and invest is related to the quality of our infrastructure.
Our citizens should be our highest priority. Laws, unique only to Michigan, protecting drug companies by providing immunity from lawsuits for injured Michigan citizens need to be repealed. Laws protecting the civil rights and safety of all of our citizens need to be enacted. It is an irony that a same-sex couple can be legally married in Michigan on a Saturday and get fired by an employer for being gay on a Monday. The same couple can be a target of a hate crime for being gay. It is time that Michigan amend both the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act and our hate crimes statutes to protect our citizens in the LBGTQ community. Our state has many talented individuals, many who serve in state government, indeed, in this building. We need to pass this legislation.
Laws protecting workers and the environment need to be strengthened. Attacks against working people have been relentless during the last eight years. I hope these attacks stop and that this state’s disastrous right to work laws are reconsidered and repealed. Similarly, maybe state government can learn a thing or two by listening to our teachers as to what is needed to improve our schools. Teaching is a noble and extremely important profession. One cannot honestly say that they love their country if we are, in any way, shortchanging the education of our next generation. Let’s make sure that our students are prepared for a bright future and that they can compete, and our industry can compete, with anyone around the world. As the Great Lakes State, let’s continue to cherish and protect our natural resources, especially the Great Lakes. Anyway, these are some of the challenges for the next Legislature and the Governor.
With regards to David Letterman, I have my top ten list of memories from serving this last eight years in the Legislature.
Number one: I used to sit next to Mike Kowall for my first four years in office and we were part of the Polish Caucus. We thought it was a good idea to bring in paczki for P˛aczki Day. In case you don’t know what p˛aczki are, they’re a large globular pastry usually dusted with cinnamon powder or white sugar and filled with jelly. I had arranged to pick them up one morning and we had them out in the hall, and Mike and I were talking and we brought the dishes and there was a rather large protest going on. We looked and I think immediately each realized that we had 100 of these jelly bombs out in the hallway with a relatively raucous crowd, so Mike and I had to hurry up and make sure that those were brought into a safe place just in case they ended up as a rain of jelly doughnut terror on the inhabitants of the State Senate.
The second one I always remember, and it was a little awkward, but it’s the time that Senator Mo Hood was in the hospital with a kidney transplant and my good friend Senator Coleman Young requested a moment of silence for him. Now, some of you may remember that because my phone was deluged with text messages with “oh my God, did Senator Hood die?” or “What did Senator Hood die of?” Coleman, I could have done a top-ten list just on you.
The third one, you could file this under the listing of “no good deed goes unpunished.” I’m friends with a lot of you and I like to try to work with people on bills, and sometimes you get a bill that, eh, I really don’t think this bill is good for my district or this is something I don’t believe in, but I could give it to a colleague and it will help them. Well, there was a pretty notorious story about a lawsuit being filed against the state jail in which a prisoner was suing the sheriff for not having access to, let’s call it, illustrated adult periodicals with pictures—in other words, porn. Jerry in my office ordered this bill and six weeks later it comes in. I’m looking at it thinking, “I’m not sure about this.” Then I thought, “Tonya Schuitmaker helped me out with something recently. I’m going to give this to her.” Republicans like to be hard on crime and all that, so I thought I’d give her this bill. I gave her this bill and she was very gracious and without doing a press release or anything she introduced it. That weekend, her local newspaper and a number of other newspapers across the state were emblazoned with the headline, “Schuitmaker does prison porn bill” with a nice picture of Tonya on the cover and everything else. I think she was a bit embarrassed by it. It certainly wasn’t anything that I intended as a bad thing for her, but we’ve always had a good laugh about it.
The fourth one is sort of a mishmash. I mentioned I sat next to Mike Kowall for four years and Mike and I just became best friends. We got to work on a lot of really good issues together—the autonomous vehicle legislation, we formed the Michigan Legislative Auto Caucus, surprisingly Michigan being an auto state never had an auto caucus before, and we also developed a committee to privately raise money to re-create the historic Loomis cannons that appear in front of the Capitol today. Those cannons—the original ones—were melted down in a scrap metal drive in 1942 and so we raised money to have them re-cast and re-set there. It’s kind of neat to look out the window and you see children posing in front of it or groups of people posing in front of those cannons and it’s kind of a neat little thing to have when you’re leaving the door, that you left the place a little bit better or a little bit more interesting than when you were there. The cannons, incidentally, are nicknamed Steve and Mike. We’re trying to encourage you to keep using those nicknames. Steve is the one with the good hair.
Number five is observing the unusual items the members like to keep on their desks. Senator O’Brien’s big, pink teddy bear cookie jar heads the list. In fact, I understand from the docents that the T. Rex on my desk and your cookie jar elicits the most comments from groups that come in. Senator Judy Emmons—we call it The Senator Coleman Young Bait Station that the people like to go past. Senator Casperson often his wolf mask there, and Senator Dave Knezek and his little, tiny gavel there. There is a story about that. When Dave first became caucus chair and when he would first bang the gavel to keep everyone in line, and I didn’t think he was using it enough so I took his regular sized gavel away and replaced it with this tiny one under the premise that if you don’t use it you’re going to lose it. I love the fact that you have that on your desk. I’ll also give a shout-out to our newest member, Senator Adam Hollier, it is starting to look like a Smithsonian exhibit here, even though he has only been here a couple of weeks. He is going to be a great addition to this body.
The number six observation about this place is the place you’re most likely to be run over is if you’re standing between Senator Rick Jones and a TV camera. We all know that’s true.
Number seven is observing Senator Jim Ananich’s various diet attempts, including his very strange and peculiar looking drink concoction that looked a lot like Soylent Green and probably didn’t taste any better than that.
Number eight is my good Macomb buddy, being a proud unofficial member of the Democratic caucus. You can always count on him, usually in the 11th, 12th, or 13th vote on a lot of different issues.
Number nine is the exquisite oratory of many of our members, especially my personal favorite, a quote by Senator Coleman Young speaking against the pension tax as “dropkicking grandma to the curb.”
And number ten, and this is a little more serious—it brought the experience of working in the Capitol in full circle for me. I was hired in 1996 after interviewing in 1995, and I was hired by then-Minority Leader Curtis Hertel. It was an honor to work with Curtis, and I learned a lot. He left us way too soon. I have had the pleasure of working with his sons, Curtis, Jr. and State Representative Kevin Hertel who is in my district. I see that the dedication to public service runs deep in that family. I am glad that we have people like them, and to be frank, all of you who are willing to step forward and to serve the public. I think our world is a much better place when people share their talents in that fashion.
Now as I end my term, I would like to compare it to a book. It’s not the end of the book but rather the end of the chapter. I look forward to the next chapter as well as the next chapter for 20 other members who are leaving and that I have had the honor to serve with. One last and very important thank you, I would like to thank the people of the 9th Senate District for electing and re-electing me to this chamber. When I ran for office, my promise was I hope to make it the best vote you ever cast; I hope I came close to that goal. May God bless all of you. It has been an honor to serve you. Thank you.
Senator Meekhof offered the following resolution:
Senate Resolution No. 202.
A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Ian Conyers.
Whereas, The members of this legislative body deem it a great honor to congratulate Senator Conyers on his service and commitment to the Fourth District, encompassing Detroit, Allen Park, Southgate, and Lincoln Park, and to the entire state; and
Whereas, Ian Conyers earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Georgetown University, the first of his siblings to graduate high school and college. He also completed additional studies at the Instituto Brasil-Estados Unidos. He began his political career early with stints in the Washington, D.C., mayor’s office; as regional field director for Obama for America; as disadvantaged business director for the Anacostia Waterfront Initiative; and as a partner in Ruth Strategies, LLC; and
Whereas, Ian Conyers was elected to the Senate in 2016 in a special election. He has utilized his talents and dedicated himself to serving the concerns and needs of his constituents with a community-first approach to problem solving. He served on the committees on Banking and Financial Institutions; Economic Development and International Investment; Energy and Technology; and Transportation, the latter as minority vice chair. He has focused his efforts on building ladders of opportunity for the underserved residents of our state; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, That we offer this expression of tribute to commend and thank the Honorable Ian Conyers for his notable contribution to this legislative body and to our state; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Senator Conyers as evidence of our esteem and best wishes.
Pending the order that, under rule 3.204, the resolution be referred to the Committee on Government Operations,
Senator Kowall moved that the rule be suspended.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The resolution was adopted by a unanimous standing vote of the Senate.
Senator Kowall moved that rule 3.204 be suspended to name the entire membership of the Senate and the Lieutenant Governor as co‑sponsors of the resolution.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Senator Conyers asked and was granted unanimous consent to make a statement and moved that the statement be printed in the Journal.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Conyers’ statement is as follows:
I want to start off thanking each and every one of the members of the Michigan Senate. It seems that my term in the Senate has gone from lame duck to lame duck, and for those of you who remember, I didn’t start off seeking a seat in the State Senate. I actually challenged an incumbent Democrat who walked up to me and said, “Conyers, what did I do to you?” and I think that as each of us see the next step happening in our state, we’re seeing that as a positive where more folks are becoming a part of the public body.
I want to thank my staff. I want to thank Bobby Lawrence, I want to thank Alana Brinker, I want to thank Cindy Davis, and I also want to thank Delorean Holmes. It’s been quite the firehose experience starting here and they’ve made it a much easier process to be able to get things done that we set out to do.
I set about a mission of building jobs, protecting neighborhoods, and developing communities, and the 22 pieces of legislation we introduced sought to do just that. Many of them are in various stages of committee, some are on the floor, some may never make it to the floor of the House of Representatives; however, I think that in pushing toward those goals, we’ve made a difference. I also think I have a unique obligation as being the youngest State Senator in Michigan history—sorry David—to make sure that this is a space for every voice to be heard. A bill I put in March last year sought to remove age language from the offices of Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, and Secretary of State. Folks said, “Oh, you’re going to run for Governor yourself” because I was 29 at the time, but I thought, looking back to our heritage as a territory, who are we in this body to keep out those voices of folks between the ages of 18 and 30? Our very own first Governor was 22, 24, and 26, and so in the spirit of that, I still think that if we are seeking the vote of those who are 18 and up, we ought to consider them to be full partners.
It’s been an honor to continue the tradition of public service of my family. I have a plaque in my office from a distinguished member of this body—Senator Jackie Vaughn—who memorialized my great-grandfather John Conyers, Jr., who moved to Detroit in 1923 as a 17-year-old from rural Georgia and set about making this a place to build his family.
I haven’t had the longest term, and I think that in keeping with that spirit, I’d like to keep this short and sweet. I haven’t had too much face time with each and every one but from the very beginning of my service in this Legislature, it’s been an honor to get to know each and every one of you. I made a real effort to try to meet folks where they are. I think the more that we as legislators get to know each other in our communities, it’s really going to make a difference in terms of what we’re standing for. It’s been great to sit next to Pete MacGregor. I’ll tell you, I didn’t grow up hunting or fishing, but being a member of the Sportsmen’s Caucus has been fantastic to show me what it’s all about in our state, and I think that the more that we reach out and build those bridges and teach the next generation all the bounty, all the fantastic things that there are to utilize in our state, the more that we build our culture and the better state we’re going to have for all of our communities.
I’ll say that one really immortal person that I’ve had the most face time with in this entire body is the immortal Marquis de Lafayette. I’ve had a front-row seat and spent many days thinking about what the America that he stood up for, that he sailed across to see, to create, would mean to him and what that would mean to us today. I think that it’s a great opportunity to reflect on a quote of his, which says, “When the government violates the people’s rights, insurrection is, for the people and for each portion of the people, the most sacred of the rights and the most indispensable of duties.”
It’s been an honor to serve. I also want to give thanks to my church community at Triumph and my high school—U of D Jesuit—as a faith-based organization. We always seek to live the forth—to go forth for the greater glory of God—and that’s what I’ll continue to do. If you need me, I won’t be too far. I’ll be down in Detroit.
Thank you all so much.
By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of
Motions and Communications
Senator Kowall moved that rule 2.106 be suspended to allow committees to meet during Senate session.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Recess
Senator Kowall moved that the Senate recess until 4:30 p.m.
The motion prevailed, the time being 3:44 p.m.
The Senate reconvened at the expiration of the recess and pursuant to rule 1.101, in the absence of the Presiding Officers, the Senate was called to order by the Secretary of the Senate.
Recess
Senator Kowall moved that the Senate recess subject to the call of the Chair.
The motion prevailed, the time being 4:31 p.m.
5:26 p.m.
The Senate was called to order by the President pro tempore, Senator Schuitmaker.
Recess
Senator Kowall moved that the Senate recess until 7:00 p.m.
The motion prevailed, the time being 5:27 p.m.
The Senate reconvened at the expiration of the recess and was called to order by the Assistant President pro tempore, Senator O’Brien.
Recess
Senator Kowall moved that the Senate recess subject to the call of the Chair.
The motion prevailed, the time being 7:01 p.m.
7:20 p.m.
The Senate was called to order by the President pro tempore, Senator Schuitmaker.
During the recess, Senator Shirkey entered the Senate Chamber.
By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of
Messages from the House
Senate Bill No. 1171, entitled
A bill to amend 2018 PA 337, entitled “Improved workforce opportunity wage act,” by amending sections 3, 4, 4a, 4d, 10, and 15 (MCL 408.933, 408.934, 408.934a, 408.934d, 408.940, and 408.945).
The House of Representatives has substituted (H-4) the bill.
The House of Representatives has passed the bill as substituted (H-4) and pursuant to Joint Rule 20, inserted the full title.
Pending the order that, under rule 3.202, the bill be laid over one day,
Senator Kowall moved that the rule be suspended.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The question being on concurring in the substitute made to the bill by the House,
The substitute was concurred in, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 678 Yeas—26
Booher Hildenbrand Marleau Robertson
Brandenburg Horn Meekhof Schmidt
Casperson Hune Nofs Schuitmaker
Colbeck Jones O’Brien Shirkey
Emmons Knollenberg Pavlov Stamas
Green Kowall Proos Zorn
Hansen MacGregor
Nays—12
Ananich Gregory Hood Rocca
Bieda Hertel Hopgood Warren
Conyers Hollier Knezek Young
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The question being on concurring in the committee recommendation to give the bill immediate effect,
The recommendation was not concurred in, 2/3 of the members serving not voting therefor.
Pursuant to Joint Rule 20, the full title of the act shall be inserted to read as follows:
“An initiation of legislation to enact the Improved Workforce Opportunity Wage Act which would fix minimum wages for employees within this state; prohibit wage discrimination; provide for a wage deviation board; provide for the administration and enforcement of the act; prescribe penalties for the violation of the act; and supersede certain acts and parts of acts including 2014 PA 138,”.
The Senate agreed to the full title.
Senate Bill No. 1175, entitled
A bill to amend 2018 PA 338, entitled “Earned sick time act,” by amending the title and sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 10, 11, and 14 (MCL 408.961, 408.962, 408.963, 408.964, 408.965, 408.967, 408.968, 408.970, 408.971, and 408.974); and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
The House of Representatives has substituted (H-4) the bill.
The House of Representatives has passed the bill as substituted (H-4) and pursuant to Joint Rule 20, inserted the full title.
Pending the order that, under rule 3.202, the bill be laid over one day,
Senator Kowall moved that the rule be suspended.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The question being on concurring in the substitute made to the bill by the House,
The substitute was concurred in, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 679 Yeas—26
Booher Hildenbrand Marleau Robertson
Brandenburg Horn Meekhof Schmidt
Casperson Hune Nofs Schuitmaker
Colbeck Jones O’Brien Shirkey
Emmons Knollenberg Pavlov Stamas
Green Kowall Proos Zorn
Hansen MacGregor
Nays—12
Ananich Gregory Hood Rocca
Bieda Hertel Hopgood Warren
Conyers Hollier Knezek Young
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The question being on concurring in the committee recommendation to give the bill immediate effect,
The recommendation was not concurred in, 2/3 of the members serving not voting therefor.
The Senate agreed to the full title.
The bill was referred to the Secretary for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.
By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of
Motions and Communications
Senator Kowall moved that the Committee on Health Policy be discharged from further consideration of the following bill:
House Bill No. 6058, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 16174a.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, and the bill was placed on the order of General Orders.
Senator Kowall moved that the bill be referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform.
The motion prevailed.
Announcements of Printing and Enrollment
The Secretary announced that the following House bills were received in the Senate and filed on Thursday, November 29:
House Bill Nos. 5098 5362 5398 5916 5917 6324 6397 6419 6420
The Secretary announced the enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor on Tuesday, November 13, for his approval the following bill:
Enrolled Senate Bill No. 963 at 12:58 p.m.
The Secretary announced that the following bills were printed and filed on Thursday, November 29, and are available on the Michigan Legislature website:
Senate Bill Nos. 1236 1237 1238 1239 1240 1241 1242 1243 1244 1245 1246 1247 1248 1249
1250 1251 1252 1253 1254
House Bill Nos. 6552 6553 6554 6555 6556 6557 6558 6559 6560
Committee Reports
The Committee on Elections and Government Reform reported
Senate Bill No. 1095, entitled
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending sections 321 and 646a (MCL 168.321 and 168.646a), section 321 as amended by 2003 PA 302 and section 646a as amended by 2015 PA 197.
With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
David B. Robertson
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Robertson, Emmons, Shirkey, Brandenburg and Hood
Nays: None
The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Elections and Government Reform reported
Senate Bill No. 1127, entitled
A bill to amend 1966 PA 331, entitled “Community college act of 1966,” by amending section 83 (MCL 389.83), as amended by 2003 PA 306.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
David B. Robertson
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Robertson, Emmons, Shirkey, Brandenburg and Hood
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Elections and Government Reform reported
House Bill No. 5199, entitled
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending section 842 (MCL 168.842), as amended by 2004 PA 92.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
David B. Robertson
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Robertson, Emmons, Shirkey, Brandenburg and Hood
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Elections and Government Reform reported
House Bill No. 5992, entitled
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” (MCL 168.1 to 168.992) by adding section 933a.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
David B. Robertson
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Robertson, Emmons, Shirkey, Brandenburg and Hood
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Elections and Government Reform reported
House Bill No. 6107, entitled
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending sections 303, 544c, 590h, 685, and 954 (MCL 168.303, 168.544c, 168.590h, 168.685, and 168.954), section 303 as amended by 2018 PA 120, section 544c as amended by 2014 PA 418, section 590h as amended by 2002 PA 431, section 685 as amended by 2017 PA 113, and section 954 as amended by 2003 PA 302, and by adding section 482a.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
David B. Robertson
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Robertson, Emmons, Shirkey, Brandenburg and Hood
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Elections and Government Reform reported
House Bill No. 6108, entitled
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 11d of chapter XVII (MCL 777.11d), as amended by 2018 PA 124.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
David B. Robertson
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Robertson, Emmons, Shirkey, Brandenburg and Hood
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Committee on Elections and Government Reform submitted the following:
Meeting held on Thursday, November 29, 2018, at 8:30 a.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building
Present: Senators Robertson (C), Emmons, Shirkey, Brandenburg and Hood
The Committee on Transportation reported
Senate Bill No. 210, entitled
A bill to amend 1951 PA 51, entitled “An act to provide for the classification of all public roads, streets, and highways in this state, and for the revision of that classification and for additions to and deletions from each classification; to set up and establish the Michigan transportation fund; to provide for the deposits in the Michigan transportation fund of specific taxes on motor vehicles and motor vehicle fuels; to provide for the allocation of funds from the Michigan transportation fund and the use and administration of the fund for transportation purposes; to promote safe and efficient travel for motor vehicle drivers, bicyclists, pedestrians, and other legal users of roads, streets, and highways; to set up and establish the truck safety fund; to provide for the allocation of funds from the truck safety fund and administration of the fund for truck safety purposes; to set up and establish the Michigan truck safety commission; to establish certain standards for road contracts for certain businesses; to provide for the continuing review of transportation needs within the state; to authorize the state transportation commission, counties, cities, and villages to borrow money, issue bonds, and make pledges of funds for transportation purposes; to authorize counties to advance funds for the payment of deficiencies necessary for the payment of bonds issued under this act; to provide for the limitations, payment, retirement, and security of the bonds and pledges; to provide for appropriations and tax levies by counties and townships for county roads; to authorize contributions by townships for county roads; to provide for the establishment and administration of the state trunk line fund, local bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds; to provide for the deposits in the state trunk line fund, critical bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds of money raised by specific taxes and fees; to provide for definitions of public transportation functions and criteria; to define the purposes for which Michigan transportation funds may be allocated; to provide for Michigan transportation fund grants; to provide for review and approval of transportation programs; to provide for submission of annual legislative requests and reports; to provide for the establishment and functions of certain advisory entities; to provide for conditions for grants; to provide for the issuance of bonds and notes for transportation purposes; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials; to provide for the making of loans for transportation purposes by the state transportation department and for the receipt and repayment by local units and agencies of those loans from certain specified sources; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” (MCL 247.651 to 247.675) by adding section 11i.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Thomas A. Casperson
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Casperson, Pavlov and Marleau
Nays: Senator Conyers
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Transportation reported
Senate Bill No. 1137, entitled
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2080) by adding section 36a.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Thomas A. Casperson
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Casperson, Horn, Pavlov, Marleau and Conyers
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Transportation reported
House Bill No. 4990, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending sections 224 and 801 (MCL 257.224 and 257.801), section 224 as amended by 2013 PA 179 and section 801 as amended by 2018 PA 152.
With the recommendation that the substitute (S-2) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Thomas A. Casperson
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Casperson, Horn, Pavlov, Marleau and Conyers
Nays: None
The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Transportation reported
House Bill No. 5374, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending sections 33 and 39 (MCL 257.33 and 257.39), section 33 as amended by 2017 PA 139, and by adding section 43c.
With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Thomas A. Casperson
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Casperson, Horn, Pavlov, Marleau and Conyers
Nays: None
The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Transportation reported
House Bill No. 5640, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending section 670 (MCL 257.670), as amended by 2002 PA 534.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Thomas A. Casperson
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Casperson, Horn, Pavlov, Marleau and Conyers
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Transportation reported
House Bill No. 5641, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” (MCL 257.1 to 257.923) by adding section 36c.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Thomas A. Casperson
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Casperson, Horn, Pavlov, Marleau and Conyers
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Transportation reported
House Bill No. 5643, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending sections 667, 668, and 669 (MCL 257.667, 257.668, and 257.669), sections 667 and 668 as amended by 2002 PA 534 and section 669 as amended by 2015 PA 128.
With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Thomas A. Casperson
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Casperson, Horn, Pavlov, Marleau and Conyers
Nays: None
The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Transportation reported
House Bill No. 5749, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending section 643a (MCL 257.643a), as amended by 2016 PA 332.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Thomas A. Casperson
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Casperson, Horn, Pavlov, Marleau and Conyers
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Transportation reported
House Bill No. 5834, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending section 302 (MCL 257.302), as amended by 2008 PA 7.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Thomas A. Casperson
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Casperson, Horn, Pavlov, Marleau and Conyers
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Committee on Transportation submitted the following:
Meeting held on Thursday, November 29, 2018, at 8:30 a.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building
Present: Senators Casperson (C), Horn, Pavlov, Marleau and Conyers
The Committee on Natural Resources reported
Senate Bill No. 1136, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by amending the heading of part 414 and by adding sections 41401, 41402, and 41403.
With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Thomas A. Casperson
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Casperson, Pavlov, Robertson and Warren
Nays: None
The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Economic Development and International Investment reported
Senate Bill No. 1130, entitled
A bill to amend 1996 PA 376, entitled “Michigan renaissance zone act,” by amending sections 8c and 8e (MCL 125.2688c and 125.2688e), section 8c as amended by 2006 PA 284 and section 8e as amended by 2008 PA 329.
With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Kenneth B. Horn
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Horn, Schmidt, Brandenburg, Stamas, Emmons, MacGregor, Warren, Conyers and Bieda
Nays: None
The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Economic Development and International Investment reported
Senate Bill No. 1207, entitled
A bill to amend 1972 PA 230, entitled “Stille-DeRossett-Hale single state construction code act,” (MCL 125.1501 to 125.1531) by adding section 13g.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Kenneth B. Horn
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Horn, Schmidt, Brandenburg, Stamas, Emmons, MacGregor, Warren, Conyers and Bieda
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Economic Development and International Investment reported
Senate Bill No. 1222, entitled
A bill to amend 1996 PA 381, entitled “Brownfield redevelopment financing act,” by amending section 15a (MCL 125.2665a), as amended by 2016 PA 471.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Kenneth B. Horn
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Horn, Schmidt, Brandenburg, Stamas, Emmons, MacGregor, Warren, Conyers and Bieda
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Economic Development and International Investment reported
Senate Bill No. 1223, entitled
A bill to amend 2018 PA 57, entitled “Recodified tax increment financing act,” by amending sections 213c, 312b, and 411b (MCL 125.4213c, 125.4312b, and 125.4411b).
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Kenneth B. Horn
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Horn, Schmidt, Brandenburg, Stamas, Emmons, MacGregor, Warren, Conyers and Bieda
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Economic Development and International Investment reported
House Bill No. 5325, entitled
A bill to amend 1961 PA 120, entitled “An act to authorize the development or redevelopment of principal shopping districts and business improvement districts; to permit the creation of certain boards; to provide for the operation of principal shopping districts and business improvement districts; to provide for the creation, operation, and dissolution of business improvement zones; and to authorize the collection of revenue and the bonding of certain local governmental units for the development or redevelopment projects,” by amending section 1 (MCL 125.981), as amended by 2003 PA 209.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Kenneth B. Horn
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Horn, Schmidt, Brandenburg, Stamas, MacGregor, Warren and Bieda
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Economic Development and International Investment reported
House Bill No. 6052, entitled
A bill to evaluate certain economic development incentives; to report those evaluations and make certain recommendations; and to impose certain powers and duties on certain state employees and officials.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Kenneth B. Horn
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Horn, Schmidt, Brandenburg, Stamas, Emmons, MacGregor, Warren, Conyers and Bieda
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Economic Development and International Investment reported
House Bill No. 6064, entitled
A bill to amend 1984 PA 270, entitled “Michigan strategic fund act,” (MCL 125.2001 to 125.2094) by adding chapter 8E.
With the recommendation that the substitute (S-2) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Kenneth B. Horn
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Horn, Schmidt, Brandenburg, Stamas, Emmons, MacGregor and Conyers
Nays: Senators Warren and Bieda
The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Economic Development and International Investment reported
House Bill No. 5720, entitled
A bill to amend 1961 PA 120, entitled “An act to authorize the development or redevelopment of principal shopping districts and business improvement districts; to permit the creation of certain boards; to provide for the operation of principal shopping districts and business improvement districts; to provide for the creation, operation, and dissolution of business improvement zones; and to authorize the collection of revenue and the bonding of certain local governmental units for the development or redevelopment projects,” by amending section 10 (MCL 125.990), as amended by 2013 PA 126.
With the recommendation that the substitute (S-2) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Kenneth B. Horn
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Horn, Schmidt, Brandenburg, Stamas, MacGregor, Warren and Bieda
Nays: None
The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Committee on Economic Development and International Investment submitted the following:
Meeting held on Thursday, November 29, 2018, at 1:30 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building
Present: Senators Horn (C), Schmidt, Brandenburg, Stamas, Emmons, MacGregor, Warren, Conyers and Bieda
The Committee on Natural Resources reported
Senate Bill No. 1195, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 11109.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Thomas A. Casperson
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Casperson, Pavlov, Robertson, Stamas and Warren
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Natural Resources reported
Senate Bill No. 1211, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 1511, 30101, 30104b, 30112, 30301, 30304, 30305, 30306, 30307, 30311, 30314, 30316, 30319, 30321, and 32301 (MCL 324.1511, 324.30101, 324.30104b, 324.30112, 324.30301, 324.30304, 324.30305, 324.30306, 324.30307, 324.30311, 324.30314, 324.30316, 324.30319, 324.30321, and 324.32301), section 1511 as added by 2011 PA 237, section 30101 as amended by 2014 PA 351, section 30104b as amended by 2015 PA 76, sections 30112, 30314, 30316, 30319, and 32301 as added by 1995 PA 59, section 30301 as amended by 2012 PA 247, section 30304 as amended by 2004 PA 325, sections 30305, 30306, 30311, and 30321 as amended by 2013 PA 98, and section 30307 as amended by 2006 PA 430.
With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Thomas A. Casperson
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Casperson, Pavlov, Robertson and Stamas
Nays: Senator Warren
The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Natural Resources reported
Senate Bill No. 1196, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending section 11104 (MCL 324.11104), as amended by 2001 PA 165, and by adding section 11132.
With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Thomas A. Casperson
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Casperson, Pavlov, Robertson, Stamas and Warren
Nays: None
The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Natural Resources reported
Senate Bill No. 1244, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 20101, 20114d, 20114e, 20120a, and 20120b (MCL 324.20101, 324.20114d, 324.20114e, 324.20120a, and 324.20120b), sections 20101, 20114d, 20120a, and 20120b as amended by 2014 PA 542 and section 20114e as amended by 2014 PA 178, and by adding section 20120f.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Thomas A. Casperson
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Casperson, Pavlov, Robertson and Stamas
Nays: Senator Warren
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Committee on Natural Resources submitted the following:
Meeting held on Tuesday, December 4, 2018, at 8:30 a.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building
Present: Senators Casperson (C), Pavlov, Robertson, Stamas and Warren
Scheduled Meetings
Appropriations - Wednesday, December 5, 2:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373-5307)
Subcommittee -
Capital Outlay - Wednesday, December 5, 4:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373-2768)
Criminal Justice Policy Commission - Wednesday, December 5, 9:00 a.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373-0212)
Elections and Government Reform - Wednesday, December 5, 9:00 a.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (373‑5323)
Families, Seniors and Human Services - Wednesday, December 5, 1:30 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (373‑5323)
Insurance - Wednesday, December 5, 2:00 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (373-1721)
Michigan Competitiveness - Wednesday, December 5, 8:00 a.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (373-5323)
Michigan Law Revision Commission - Wednesday, December 5, 12:00 noon, Legislative Council Conference Room, 3rd Floor, Boji Tower (373-0212)
Natural Resources - Wednesday, December 5, 12:30 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (373-5312)
Outdoor Recreation and Tourism - Wednesday, December 5, 12:30 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (373‑1721)
Regulatory Reform - Wednesday, December 5, 1:00 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (373-5323)
Senate Fiscal Agency Board of Governors - Thursday, December 6, 9:30 a.m. (CANCELED) and Tuesday, December 11, 9:30 a.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373-2768)
Transportation - Thursday, December 6, 8:00 a.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (373-5312)
Senator Kowall moved that the Senate adjourn.
The motion prevailed, the time being 7:27 p.m.
The President pro tempore, Senator Schuitmaker, declared the Senate adjourned until Wednesday, December 5, 2018, at 10:00 a.m.
JEFFREY F. COBB
Secretary of the Senate
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