STATE OF MICHIGAN
Journal of the Senate
101st Legislature
REGULAR SESSION OF 2022
Senate Chamber, Lansing, Thursday, June 23, 2022.
10:00 a.m.
The Senate was called to order by the President pro tempore, Senator Aric Nesbitt.
The roll was called by the Secretary of the Senate, who announced that a quorum was present.
Alexander—present Horn—present Polehanki—present
Ananich—present Huizenga—present Runestad—present
Barrett—present Irwin—present Santana—present
Bayer—present Johnson—present Schmidt—present
Bizon—present LaSata—present Shirkey—present
Brinks—present Lauwers—present Stamas—present
Bullock—present MacDonald—present Theis—present
Bumstead—present McBroom—present VanderWall—present
Chang—present McCann—present Victory—present
Daley—present McMorrow—present Wojno—present
Geiss—present Moss—present Wozniak—present
Hertel—present Nesbitt—present Zorn—present
Hollier—present Outman—present
Senator Rick Outman of the 33rd District offered the following invocation:
Dear heavenly Father, thank You for this day and thank You for the opportunity to serve this great state and country—a country that was founded on the principles given to us in Your word. Father, give us wisdom for the task at hand. Just as King Solomon, who is characterized as the wisest person to ever live, just as he prayed, we also should pray. “Give Your servant therefore an understanding mind to govern Your people, that I may discern between good and evil, for who is able to govern this Your great people?” Please, Father, let us come before You in humbleness and ask that You guide our paths as we go about our day. Bless this chamber and all those who serve here.
I pray all this in the name of Your Son, Jesus. Amen.
The President pro tempore, Senator Nesbitt, led the members of the Senate in recital of the Pledge of Allegiance.
Motions and Communications
Senator Lauwers moved that Senator McBroom be temporarily excused from today’s session.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Ananich entered the Senate Chamber.
The motion prevailed.
Senator McBroom entered the Senate Chamber.
The following communication was received:
Office of the Secretary of the Senate
June 16, 2022
Pursuant to Article 4, Section 33 of the Constitution of 1963, this is to inform you that the Governor failed to return Enrolled Senate Bill No. 784 within the 14-day period.
The time for approval or veto of the enrolled bill having expired at 11:30 a.m. on June 16, 2022 and no message from the Governor having been received by the Senate as to whether she had signed the bill, it has, pursuant to the Constitution, become law without her signature.
Based on the above, it should be noted on the official copy of Enrolled Senate Bill No. 784 that it became law on June 16, 2022 without the signature of the Governor.
Sincerely,
Margaret O’Brien
Secretary of the Senate
(Filed with the Secretary of State on June 16, 2022, at 3:00 p.m.)
This enrolled bill was assigned Public Act No. 103 of 2022.
Senate Bill No. 888
House Bill No. 5166
House Bill No. 5609
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Senator Geiss entered the Senate Chamber.
House Bill No. 6087, entitled
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58,
entitled “Michigan liquor control code of 1998,” by amending section 205 (MCL
436.1205), as amended by 2020 PA 126.
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending section 42b (MCL 750.42b), as added by 1992 PA 273.
A bill to amend 1971 PA 79, entitled “Age of majority act of 1971,” by amending section 3 (MCL 722.53).
A bill to amend 1915 PA 31, entitled “Youth tobacco act,” by amending sections 1 and 4 (MCL 722.641 and 722.644), as amended by 2019 PA 18.
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending section 12606a (MCL 333.12606a), as added by 2009 PA 188.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, and the bills were placed on the order of General Orders.
Senate Bill No. 720, entitled
A bill to amend 1993 PA 327, entitled “Tobacco products tax act,” by amending sections 2, 3, 4, 5, 5a, 6, 6a, 6b, 6c, 6d, 7, 7b, 8, 9, 11, 12, and 13 (MCL 205.422, 205.423, 205.424, 205.425, 205.425a, 205.426, 205.426a, 205.426b, 205.426c, 205.426d, 205.427, 205.427b, 205.428, 205.429, 205.431, 205.432, and 205.433), sections 2 and 11 as amended by 2020 PA 326, sections 3, 5, and 6 as amended and section 6b as added by 1997 PA 187, sections 5a and 6a as amended by 2012 PA 188, section 6c as added by 2002 PA 503, section 6d as added by 2003 PA 285, section 7 as amended by 2021 PA 102, section 7b as added by 2002 PA 607, section 8 as amended by 2008 PA 458, section 9 as amended by 2004 PA 474, section 12 as amended by 2018 PA 639, and section 13 as amended by 1995 PA 131, and by adding sections 3a and 6f.
(This bill was referred on Tuesday, April 19
with a House substitute (H-3). See Senate Journal No. 35,
p. 471.)
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, and the bill was placed on the order of Messages from the House.
House Bill No. 5244, entitled
A bill to amend 2020 PA 238, entitled “An act to prohibit an employer from taking certain actions against an employee who does not report to work under certain circumstances related to COVID-19; to prohibit an employee from reporting to work under certain circumstances related to COVID-19; to prohibit discrimination and retaliation for engaging in certain activities; and to provide remedies,” by amending section 10 (MCL 419.410); and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
A bill to amend 1974 PA 154, entitled “Michigan occupational safety and health act,” by amending section 85 (MCL 408.1085), as added by 2020 PA 237; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
A bill to amend 2020 PA 236, entitled “COVID-19 response and reopening liability assurance act,” by amending section 10 (MCL 691.1460); and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, and the bills were placed on the order of General Orders.
Senate Resolution No. 151.
A resolution to urge the
United States Department of Interior to approve the petition of the Grand River
Bands of Ottawa Indians for federal acknowledgement.
Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 23.
A concurrent resolution to request the Joint Committee on the Library of Congress approve the replacement of Michigan’s statue of Lewis Cass with a statue of Coleman A. Young as part of the National Statuary Hall Collection and to take other actions related to this request.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, and the resolutions were placed on the order of Resolutions.
House Bill No. 6087
Senate Bill No. 576
Senate Bill No. 577
House Bill No. 6108
House Bill No. 6109
House Bill No. 5244
House Bill No. 6128
House Bill No. 6215
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
House Bill No. 4884, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” by amending sections 619 and 1107 (MCL 380.619 and 380.1107), as added by 2004 PA 234.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, and the bill was placed on the order of General Orders.
Senator Lauwers moved that the bill be referred to the Committee on Elections.
The motion prevailed.
House Bill No. 4885, entitled
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending sections 207, 268, 327, 369, and 383 (MCL 168.207, 168.268, 168.327, 168.369, and 168.383), section 327 as amended by 1982 PA 505 and section 383 as amended by 2018 PA 120.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, and the bill was placed on the order of General Orders.
Senator Lauwers moved that the bill be referred to the Committee on Elections.
The motion prevailed.
Senate Bill No. 992, entitled
A bill to amend 1973 PA 116, entitled “An act to provide for the protection of children through the licensing and regulation of child care organizations; to provide for the establishment of standards of care for child care organizations; to prescribe powers and duties of certain departments of this state and adoption facilitators; to provide penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending sections 1 and 2c (MCL 722.111 and 722.112c), section 1 as amended by 2020 PA 6 and section 2c as amended by 2017 PA 257.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, and the bill was placed on the order of General Orders.
The motion prevailed.
Senators
Bullock and Santana entered the Senate Chamber.
By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of
Statements
The motion prevailed.
Senator Geiss’ statement is as follows:
As among the many beneficiaries of Title IX being signed into law 50 years ago today, I rise to say happy birthday to Title IX. Recognizing the importance of Title IX takes on an additional significance today—at this moment in history—when there are people and forces in play determined to misuse Title IX in order to do the very things that Title IX prohibits.
The goal of Title IX was not just about allowing women and girls to simply participate in sports, but to close the gender imbalance in sports, to avoid the use of federal resources to support discriminatory practices in education programs, and to provide individual citizens effective protection against those practices. Title IX gives women and girl athletes the right to equal opportunity in sports in educational institutions that receive federal funds, from elementary schools to colleges and universities. Some will seize on the words women and girls and use it to create a narrow definition of who Title IX protects, but let me read what Title IX says.
Title IX reads, and this is from HHS.gov. Title IX prohibits sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity discrimination in any education program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. The Title IX regulation states,
Except as provided elsewhere in this part, no person shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any academic, extracurricular, research, occupational training, or other education program or activity operated by a recipient which receives Federal financial assistance.
It has specific prohibitions,
Except as provided in this subpart, in providing any aid, benefit, or service to a student, a recipient shall not, on the basis of sex:
(1) Treat one person differently from another in determining whether such person satisfies any requirement or condition for the provision of such aid, benefit, or service;
(2) Provide different aid, benefits, or services or provide aid, benefits, or services in a different manner;
(3) Deny any person any such aid, benefit, or service;
(4) Subject any person to separate or different rules of behavior, sanctions, or other treatment;
(5) Discriminate against any person in the application of any rules of appearance;
(6) Apply any rule concerning the domicile or residence of a student or applicant, including eligibility for in-state fees and tuition;
(7) Aid or perpetuate discrimination against any person by providing significant assistance to any agency, organization, or person which discriminates on the basis of sex in providing any aid, benefit or service to students or employees;
(8) Otherwise limit any person in the enjoyment of any right, privilege, advantage, or opportunity.
Title IX expands rights, not contracts them. Title IX is anti-discriminatory, not bigoted.
So on this day—this celebration of a half-century of anti-discriminatory rights expansion—we should celebrate with joy and with pride its existence, the doors and opportunities that it has opened not just in sports but other areas such as STEM, and we must commit ourselves to protecting Title IX and further improving it—clearing up some of those gaps that it has yet to fill—so that it can persist for another 50 years or longer.
Happy 50th birthday, Title IX.
Senator McMorrow’s statement is as follows:
I rise today in anticipation
of the Supreme Court’s decision likely coming down today or tomorrow which will
decide the future of Roe v. Wade. The Supreme Court decision may punt
Michigan backwards to 1931 and our long-dormant law which makes providing an
abortion a felony—a felony that will send doctors, women, and girls to jail for
four years, with no exception for age, rape, or incest.
While a Michigan Court of Claims judge recently ruled to bar the enforcement of the 1931 law should Roe be overturned, rightly citing the “serious danger of irreparable harm if prevented from accessing abortion services,” the Republican majority in this Senate, Mr. President, has filed a motion to intervene in this suit to force the 1931 law and its enforcement to go back into effect, and they are spending hundreds of thousands of dollars in taxpayer funds to force a law to take effect that will return Michigan to an archaic time when the lives of women and girls did not matter. They’re spending hundreds of thousands of dollars in taxpayer funds to, in effect, force doctors and medical providers out of the state, sentencing them to jail, and to sentence women, girls, families, and anyone needing to access this medical care to death.
The argument—that what’s written in statute should be for the Legislature to decide, that any changes in statute should be done here. One of our Republican counterparts in the House told Politico, “None of us are thinking we’re going to let this 1931 law go back into effect and people are going to start getting arrested. Instead, we are fully prepared to have those difficult conversations with our colleagues.” And yet, this Senate has for years refused to take up Senator Geiss’ bill to repeal this horrific 1931 law and refused to take up our bills to pass the Reproductive Health Act into law. Not even a debate; there are no conversations; there have never been. And here we are with the 1931 law, all we will have left if and when Roe falls.
In fact, just yesterday another Republican House colleague introduced a new bill that would go even further and sentence medical providers to ten years in prison instead of four. The message pending from the U.S. Supreme Court—should it fall—and our Republican majority colleagues couldn’t be clearer—if your birth control fails, you don’t matter. If you’re raped and get pregnant, your hopes, dreams, and aspirations do not matter. You don’t matter. If your family already has kids and you’ve decided that you can’t have any more, you don’t matter. If you’re a married couple who tries to get pregnant and finally does and you have a healthy pregnancy until a horrific fetal diagnosis threatens that pregnancy, threatens the chance you may ever be able to conceive again without access to an abortion, you don’t matter.
To our colleague from the 12th District who would not even be here today without access to an abortion that saved her life, you don’t matter. You all know that I gave birth to my daughter last year. What many of you don’t know is that shortly after giving birth, I had an IUD placed and that IUD later punctured through my uterus, a rare occurrence that can be fatal. I had to have it surgically removed and was scheduled for a laparoscopy and a D&C to have it removed. That’s right, a D&C—an abortive procedure. One that if our medical schools no longer teach, because they are not allowed to, because they would lose funding, because their graduates will be jailed if they dare to provide medical care. One that means I might not even be here right now because a doctor wouldn’t know how to treat me. I wouldn’t matter. That’s already two of your colleagues who wouldn’t be here right now.
You argue that these debates must happen in the Legislature. Well then, let’s have them. Take up Senator Geiss’ bill to repeal the 1931 law now. Take up our bills to pass the Reproductive Health Act now. We are running out of time. Do not sentence doctors and medical providers to jail. Do not force qualified professionals to leave the state. Do not sentence your own residents to die. Take action now.
Senator Shirkey’s statement is as follows:
It might surprise you that I’d like to begin with a quote from our Governor, “When [our] leaders speak their words matter.” I’ll say it again, When leaders speak their words matter. I think she’s right, but I’d build on that by saying that what leaders don’t say can often be just as important as what they do say.
Mr. President, in recent days in our state there have been multiple instances of vicious vandalism and violence against Right to Life offices, the office of a pro-life elected official, and even a pregnancy center. In Jackson—the city I’m proud to represent—vandals broke windows, spray painted the threat, If abortion isn’t safe, neither are you. In Dearborn Heights, a pregnancy center, a center that last month helped 97 mothers with diapers, formula, clothing, and even ultrasounds had every window and three doors shattered. The same threat was sprayed upon the building, If abortion isn’t safe, neither are you.
Mr. President, for months our Governor’s insisted she’ll—quote—fight like hell to keep abortion legal. In fact, she used those words as recently as yesterday. Now, I’ve been known to use some strong words myself on occasion and I’ve never been accused of being a shrinking violet. But what our Governor isn’t saying is as important as what she is saying. To my knowledge she hasn’t said a single word about these disgusting acts of vandalism, threats, and violence. And the same applies to my colleagues across the aisle. For a caucus so outraged in recent weeks about their ability to speak in this chamber, they are uniformly silent about these attacks. Haven’t we been told in recent years that silence is complicity? Yes, many times on many occasions by many members on the other side of the aisle.
Mr. President, abortion is a
deeply personal and emotional issue. No one should or can deny that. Those of
us entrusted to public office can either stoke the emotion and fear associated
with it or we can focus on healing. I will fight like hell to do just the
latter. I hope our Governor and my colleagues across the aisle do the same, and
they can start by condemning these horrific acts of crimes and threats that we’ve
seen this week. We just heard a long list of do-nots, but I haven’t heard any
do-nots with regards to violence and vicious attacks on these precious
resources for moms and dads across this state.
By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of
Messages from the Governor
The following messages from the Governor were received and read:
June 21, 2022
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointments to office pursuant to Executive Order No. 2009-21, MCL 445.1992:
Michigan Asian Pacific American Affairs Commission
Mr. Ronny Chiang of 643 South Hills Road, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 48302, county of Oakland, succeeding Amina Iqbal who has resigned, appointed for a term commencing June 21, 2022 and expiring November 30, 2023.
Mr. Hoa Dinh of 7309 Poplar Court, Shelby Township, Michigan 48316, county of Macomb, reappointed for a term commencing June 21, 2022 and expiring November 30, 2025.
Miss Annum Ghayas of 3072 Fantail Court, Rochester Hills, Michigan 48309, county of Oakland, succeeding Ryan Rosario whose term has expired, appointed for a term commencing June 21, 2022 and expiring November 30, 2025.
Ms. Rebeka Islam of 36722 Maas Drive, Sterling Heights, Michigan 48312, county of Macomb, succeeding Chandragupta Padmanabha Acharya, appointed for a term commencing June 21, 2022 and expiring November 30, 2025.
Ms. Kavy Lenon of 1334 Cherry Avenue, Norton Shores, Michigan 49441, county of Muskegon, succeeding Mehruba Akhtar who has resigned, appointed for a term commencing June 21, 2022 and expiring November 30, 2023.
Dr. Suchiraphon McKeithen-Polish of 8796 Riverland Drive, Sterling Heights, Michigan 48314, county of Macomb, reappointed for a term commencing June 21, 2022 and expiring November 30, 2025.
Mrs. Caroline Polly of 6556 Valley Forge Drive, Washington, Michigan 48094, county of Macomb, succeeding Adi Sathi whose term has expired, appointed for a term commencing June 21, 2022 and expiring November 30, 2025.
June 21, 2022
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointments to office pursuant to Public Act 232 of 1965, MCL 290.657:
Michigan Corn Marketing Program Committee
Mr. Kory R. Brodbeck of 9457 Jordan Road, Woodland, Michigan 48897, county of Barry, reappointed to represent District 5 growers, for a term commencing June 21, 2022 and expiring May 5, 2025.
Mr. Paul B. Wagner of 5825 County Road 633, Grawn, Michigan 49637, county of Grand Traverse, reappointed to represent District 9 growers, for a term commencing June 21, 2022 and expiring May 5, 2025.
June 21, 2022
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointment to office pursuant to Public Act 469 of 2016, MCL 399.833:
Michigan Historical Commission
Dr. Delia M. Fernandez-Jones of 1148 Shelter Lane, Lansing, Michigan 48912, county of Ingham, reappointed for a term commencing June 21, 2022 and expiring May 21, 2026.
June 21, 2022
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointments to office pursuant to Public Act 232 of 1965, MCL 290.657:
Michigan Wheat Promotion Committee
Mr. Anthony G. Bohac of 3107 W. Juddville Road, Owosso, Michigan 48867, county of Shiawassee, reappointed to represent District 6 growers, for a term commencing June 21, 2022 and expiring May 31, 2025.
Mr. Brad Kamprath of 4868 Geiger Road, Ida, Michigan 48140, county of Monroe, reappointed to represent District 3 growers, for a term commencing June 21, 2022 and expiring May 31, 2025.
Mr. Brent Wagner of 5537 County Road 633, Grawn, Michigan 49637, county of Grand Traverse, reappointed to represent District 8 growers, for a term commencing June 21, 2022 and expiring May 31, 2025.
Respectfully,
Gretchen Whitmer
Governor
The appointments were referred
to the Committee on Advice and Consent.
Recess
Senator Lauwers moved that the Senate recess subject to the call of the Chair.
The motion prevailed, the time being 10:31 a.m.
The Senate was called to order by the President pro tempore, Senator Nesbitt.
By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of
Resolutions
Senator Chang offered the following resolution:
Senate Resolution No. 156.
A resolution to commemorate June 23, 2022, as the 40th anniversary of Vincent Chin’s death.
Whereas, Vincent Chin was born in the Guangdong province of China on May 18, 1955. In 1961, he was adopted from a Chinese orphanage by Bing Hing Chin and Lily Chin; and
Whereas, Chin’s father earned the ability for his wife to immigrate to the United States from his service in the United States Army during World War II; and
Whereas, Chin was raised in Highland Park, Michigan along Woodward Avenue until 1971 when his family moved to Oak Park. He graduated from Oak Park High School in 1973; and
Whereas, In 1982, Chin was employed as an industrial draftsman by an automotive supplier, worked weekends as a waiter in Ferndale, and was engaged to be married; and
Whereas, On June 19, 1982 in Highland Park, while celebrating his upcoming nuptials, Chin was attacked because of his race; and
Whereas, At a time when Japanese auto companies were thriving and the American auto industry was struggling, two former autoworkers mistook Chin for being Japanese and verbally harassed him, using racially motivated language; and
Whereas, Later that day, the same two men followed Chin to a nearby fast food restaurant. They bludgeoned Chin with a baseball bat until his skull cracked open; and
Whereas, Four days later on June 23 1982, Chin died at Henry Ford Hospital at the age of 27; and
Whereas, The two killers were convicted of manslaughter, sentenced to three years of probation, and fined $3,000. Their sentences were considered by many to be an injustice, considering the severity of the crime; and
Whereas, Chin’s attorneys brought federal charges regarding the violation of Chin’s civil rights and successfully settled a civil case for unlawful death; and
Whereas, The hate crime and tragic killing of Vincent Chin sparked a pan-Asian American movement in Detroit. Asian Americans of all ethnic groups came together to address injustice; and
Whereas, In the wake of Chin’s killing, American Citizens for Justice (ACJ) was founded in Michigan. ACJ organized rallies and events to advocate for equal justice for all; and
Whereas, 40 years after Chin’s death, there are parallels between the anti-Asian sentiment that existed in the 1980s and the current, ongoing wave of anti-Asian hate incidents and discrimination due to the COVID‑19 pandemic; and
Whereas, Asian Americans and their allies mark this 40th anniversary as an important opportunity for continued advocacy for equal justice and to stand against hate and discrimination; and
Whereas, We remember Vincent Chin and the legacy of the civil rights activism that originated from his tragic death; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, That the members of this legislative body commemorate June 23, 2022, as the 40th anniversary of Vincent Chin’s death.
Senator Lauwers moved that the rule be suspended.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Senators Alexander, Bayer, Geiss, Moss, Polehanki, Santana and Wojno were named co-sponsors of the resolution.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Chang’s statement is as follows:
Forty years ago today—on June 23, 1982—Vincent Chin died, four days after being brutally beaten with a baseball bat by two white men right here in Michigan. Vincent Chin was born in the Guangdong province of China and was adopted from a Chinese orphanage by Bing Hing Chin and Lily Chin. He was raised in Highland Park and later Oak Park. He was employed as an industrial draftsman by an automotive supplier, worked weekends as a waiter in Ferndale, and was engaged to be married.
The American auto industry was struggling through the 1980s and some pointed to Japanese automakers and, by extension, any person of Japanese or Asian ancestry to be the ones to blame. On June 19, 1982 while at his bachelor party, Chin got into a fight. Ronald Ebens and Michael Nitz said, It’s because of you mother f-----s that we’re out of work. The two men followed Chin to the McDonald’s down the street and bludgeoned him to death with a baseball bat until his skull cracked open. Four days later, he died at Henry Ford Hospital at the young age of 27.
The injustice of this killing did not end there. The two killers were convicted only of manslaughter, sentenced to three years of probation, and fined $3,000. They did not serve a full day in jail or prison, and the judge commented that these were not the type of men to be sent to jail. Chin’s attorneys later brought federal charges regarding the violation of Chin’s civil rights and successfully settled a civil case for unlawful death.
This tragic hate crime sparked a pan-Asian American movement in Detroit and across the country. Asian Americans of all ethnic groups came together with Black leaders in the city along with other allies to stand for justice. In the wake of Chin’s killing, American Citizens for Justice—ACJ—was founded here in Michigan. They organized rallies and events to advocate for equal justice for all. My father actually went to one of these rallies at what is now Hart Plaza.
Forty years after Chin’s death, there are parallels between the anti-Asian sentiment that existed in the 1980s and the current ongoing wave of anti-Asian hate incidents and discrimination due to the COVID-19 pandemic. I’ve been going to, and in years past helped organize, several Vincent Chin remembrance events over the past two decades, but this past weekend’s events felt different. National leaders came to be part of the events and talk about the relevance of Chin’s story. Helen Zia, Roland Hwang, Jim Shimoura, and others who co-founded ACJ spoke at these events and we all reflected on how critical it is that every young person learn this important part of history and other events in Asian American history. Far too many people here in Michigan have never even heard of Vincent Chin until the wave of anti-Asian hate across our country over the past two years brought it back to the forefront.
This past Sunday, I took my youngest daughter to the gravesite ceremony during which various faith leaders offered their prayers and we all laid flowers at Vincent Chin’s grave. Kneeling in front of his grave, I told my daughter that Vincent was killed, that it was not fair, and that we must do our part to make the world better and more fair for everyone.
So this week, Asian Americans and our allies mark this 40th anniversary as an important opportunity for continued advocacy for equal justice and to stand against hate and discrimination. I ask for your support of this resolution and welcome your co-sponsorship.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Johnson’s statement is as follows:
I’d like to ask my colleagues to join me in welcoming our guest in the north Gallery. We have someone who is very special to both myself and Senator Daley. I got the chance to work with her in my Secretary of State office. Kim Zasa who is here today with her 7-year-old son Oscar worked as the Secretary of State liaison and volunteer coordinator for Gift of Life Michigan.
Kim was instrumental in our work to more than double the size of Michigan’s organ donor registry, adding over 3 million names—enough to fill Comerica Park more than 83 times—and taking Michigan from one of the worst states in the nation to one of the best states in this country.
Kim traveled the state visiting with staff and customers in our 131 branch offices to promote the importance of organ and tissue donation for the thousands of Michigan residents who are waiting for that life-saving phone call. And in fact once Kim—along with Jennifer Helmer from my staff who is up in the Gallery with her, who also worked with me at the Department of State—took an unscheduled detour through Canada trying to get between our Detroit branch offices. I don’t think our current Secretary of State does that type of international outreach anymore like Kim helped us to do.
But in all seriousness, to say that Kim went above and beyond would be a colossal understatement. Kim was so respected and loved by our staff, and put her heart into everything she did to help people in our state waiting for life-saving organ and tissue donation.
I would ask that my colleagues join me in giving a very warm welcome to this amazing lady who I am so proud to call my friend.
By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of
Messages from the House
A bill to make appropriations for the department of agriculture and rural development for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Allor, Albert and Hood as conferees to join with Senators Victory, Stamas and McCann.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of health and human services for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Whiteford, Albert and Brabec as conferees to join with Senators Outman, Stamas and Santana.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of corrections for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Slagh, Albert and Tyrone Carter as conferees to join with Senators Bizon, Stamas and Hollier.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to make appropriations for the judiciary for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Lightner, Albert and Cynthia Johnson as conferees to join with Senators Bizon, Stamas and Hollier.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to make appropriations for the legislature, the executive, the department of attorney general, the department of state, the department of treasury, the department of technology, management, and budget, the department of civil rights, and certain other state purposes for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations; to provide for the disposition of fees and other income received by the state agencies; and to declare the effect of this act.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives VanWoerkom, Albert and Sabo as conferees to join with Senators Victory, Stamas and Irwin.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The state school aid act of 1979,” by amending sections 3, 6, 6a, 11, 11a, 11j, 11k, 11m, 11s, 15, 18, 20, 20d, 20f, 20m, 21b, 21f, 21h, 22a, 22b, 22c, 22d, 22m, 22p, 24, 24a, 25f, 25g, 25i, 26a, 26b, 26c, 26d, 28, 31a, 31d, 31f, 31j, 31n, 31o, 31p, 31y, 31z, 32d, 32p, 35a, 35b, 35d, 35e, 35f, 35g, 35h, 39, 39a, 41, 41a, 51a, 51c, 51d, 51f, 53a, 54, 54b, 54d, 55, 56, 61a, 61b, 61c, 61d, 62, 65, 67, 67a, 74, 81, 94, 94a, 95b, 97, 97a, 98, 98b, 98d, 99h, 99s, 99t, 99u, 99x, 99aa, 101, 104, 104f, 104h, 107, 147, 147a, 147c, 147e, 152a, 152b, and 166a (MCL 388.1603, 388.1606, 388.1606a, 388.1611, 388.1611a, 388.1611j, 388.1611k, 388.1611m, 388.1611s, 388.1615, 388.1618, 388.1620, 388.1620d, 388.1620f, 388.1620m, 388.1621b, 388.1621f, 388.1621h, 388.1622a, 388.1622b, 388.1622c, 388.1622d, 388.1622m, 388.1622p, 388.1624, 388.1624a, 388.1625f, 388.1625g, 388.1625i, 388.1626a, 388.1626b, 388.1626c, 388.1626d, 388.1628, 388.1631a, 388.1631d, 388.1631f, 388.1631j, 388.1631n, 388.1631o, 388.1631p, 388.1631y, 388.1631z, 388.1632d, 388.1632p, 388.1635a, 388.1635b, 388.1635d, 388.1635e, 388.1635f, 388.1635g, 388.1635h, 388.1639, 388.1639a, 388.1641, 388.1641a, 388.1651a, 388.1651c, 388.1651d, 388.1651f, 388.1653a, 388.1654, 388.1654b, 388.1654d, 388.1655, 388.1656, 388.1661a, 388.1661b, 388.1661c, 388.1661d, 388.1662, 388.1665, 388.1667, 388.1667a, 388.1674, 388.1681, 388.1694, 388.1694a, 388.1695b, 388.1697, 388.1697a, 388.1698, 388.1698b, 388.1698d, 388.1699h, 388.1699s, 388.1699t, 388.1699u, 388.1699x, 388.1699aa, 388.1701, 388.1704, 388.1704f, 388.1704h, 388.1707, 388.1747, 388.1747a, 388.1747c, 388.1747e, 388.1752a, 388.1752b, and 388.1766a), section 3 as amended by 2020 PA 165, sections 6, 6a, 11, 11a, 11j, 11k, 11m, 11s, 15, 18, 20, 20d, 20f, 21f, 21h, 22a, 22b, 22d, 22m, 22p, 24, 24a, 25f, 25g, 25i, 26a, 26b, 26c, 28, 31a, 31d, 31f, 31j, 31n, 32d, 32p, 35a, 35b, 35d, 35e, 35f, 39, 39a, 41, 51a, 51c, 51d, 51f, 53a, 54, 54b, 54d, 55, 56, 61a, 61b, 61c, 61d, 62, 65, 67, 67a, 74, 81, 94, 94a, 95b, 98, 98d, 99h, 99s, 99t, 99u, 99x, 101, 104, 104f, 107, 147, 147a, 147c, 147e, 152a, and 152b as amended and sections 20m, 22c, 26d, 31o, 31p, 31y, 31z, 35g, 35h, 41a, 97, 97a, 98b, 99aa, and 104h as added by 2021 PA 48, section 21b as amended by 2014 PA 196, and section 166a as amended by 2019 PA 58, and by adding sections 8c, 11z, 27a, 27b, 31aa, 31bb, 31cc, 31dd, 31ee, 31ff, 32t, 32u, 67c, 67d, 97c, 97d, 97e, 97f, and 104i; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Paquette, Albert and Weiss as conferees to join with Senators Schmidt, Stamas and Bayer.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of education for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Paquette, Albert and Weiss as conferees to join with Senators Schmidt, Stamas and Bayer.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of insurance and financial services for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Yaroch, Albert and Peterson as conferees to join with Senators Nesbitt, Stamas and Santana.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of licensing and regulatory affairs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Yaroch, Albert and Peterson as conferees to join with Senators Nesbitt, Stamas and Santana.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of state police for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Brann, Albert and Tyrone Carter as conferees to join with Senators Barrett, Stamas and Hollier.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to make appropriations
for the department of military and veterans affairs for the fiscal year ending
September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Brann, Albert and Tyrone Carter as conferees to join with Senators Barrett, Stamas and Hollier.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of natural resources for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Allor, Albert and Hood as conferees to join with Senators Bumstead, Stamas and McCann.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of environment, Great Lakes, and energy for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Glenn, Albert and Thanedar as conferees to join with Senators Bumstead, Stamas and McCann.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to make appropriations for the state transportation department for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives VanSingel, Albert and Steckloff as conferees to join with Senators Schmidt, Stamas and Hollier.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The state school aid act of 1979,” by amending sections 236, 236c, 236h, 241, 245a, 251, 252, 256, 260, 263, 264, 265, 265a, 265b, 267, 268, 269, 270c, 274, 275f, 275h, 275i, and 278 (MCL 388.1836, 388.1836c, 388.1836h, 388.1841, 388.1845a, 388.1851, 388.1852, 388.1856, 388.1860, 388.1863, 388.1864, 388.1865, 388.1865a, 388.1865b, 388.1867, 388.1868, 388.1869, 388.1870c, 388.1874, 388.1875f, 388.1875h, 388.1875i, and 388.1878), sections 236, 236c, 241, 245a, 256, 260, 263, 264, 265, 265b, 267, 268, 269, 270c, 274, 275f, 275h, 275i, and 278 as amended and section 236h as added by 2021 PA 86, sections 251 and 252 as amended by 2019 PA 162, and section 265a as amended by 2019 PA 62, and by adding sections 248, 262, 266a, and 275j; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Frederick, Albert and Steckloff as conferees to join with Senators LaSata, Stamas and Irwin.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The state school aid act of 1979,” by amending sections 201, 202a, 206, 207a, 207b, 207c, 209a, 210h, 226d, 226g, 229a, and 230 (MCL 388.1801, 388.1802a, 388.1806, 388.1807a, 388.1807b, 388.1807c, 388.1809a, 388.1810h, 388.1826d, 388.1826g, 388.1829a, and 388.1830), sections 201, 206, 207a, 207b, 207c, 209a, 226d, 229a, and 230 as amended and sections 210h and 226g as added by 2021 PA 86 and section 202a as amended by 2020 PA 165, and by adding section 226f; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Frederick, Albert and Steckloff as conferees to join with Senators LaSata, Stamas and Irwin.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to make, supplement, adjust, and consolidate appropriations for various state departments and agencies, the judicial branch, and the legislative branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; to provide for certain conditions on appropriations; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Albert, VanWoerkom and Tate as conferees to join with Senators Stamas, Bumstead and Hertel.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The state school aid act of 1979,” by amending sections 11, 17b, 201, and 236 (MCL 388.1611, 388.1617b, 388.1801, and 388.1836), section 11 as amended by 2021 PA 48, section 17b as amended by 2007 PA 137, and sections 201 and 236 as amended by 2021 PA 86.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Albert, Paquette and Tate as conferees to join with Senators Stamas, Schmidt and Hertel.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of agriculture and rural development for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives Allor, Albert and Hood as conferees.
The message was referred to the Secretary for record.
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The state school aid act of 1979,” by amending sections 201, 202a, 206, 207a, 207b, 207c, 209, 209a, 226b, 226d, 226g, 229, 229a, and 230 (MCL 388.1801, 388.1802a, 388.1806, 388.1807a, 388.1807b, 388.1807c, 388.1809, 388.1809a, 388.1826b, 388.1826d, 388.1826g, 388.1829, 388.1829a, and 388.1830), sections 201, 206, 207a, 207b, 207c, 209, 209a, 226b, 226d, 229, 229a, and 230 as amended and section 226g as added by 2021 PA 86 and section 202a as amended by 2020 PA 165, and by adding sections 212a, 216, 216a, 216b, 216c, 226e, 227, and 227a; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives Frederick, Albert and Steckloff as conferees.
The message was referred to the Secretary for record.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of corrections for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives Slagh, Albert and Tyrone Carter as conferees.
The message was referred to the Secretary for record.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of education for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives Paquette, Albert and Weiss as conferees.
The message was referred to the Secretary for record.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of environment, Great Lakes, and energy for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives Glenn, Albert and Thanedar as conferees.
The message was referred to the
Secretary for record.
A bill to make appropriations for the legislature, the executive, the department of attorney general, the department of state, the department of treasury, the department of technology, management, and budget, the department of civil rights, the department of labor and economic opportunity, and certain other state purposes for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations; to provide for the disposition of fees and other income received by the state agencies; to declare the effect of this act; and to make, supplement, and adjust appropriations for various state departments and agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022 and provide for certain conditions on and the expenditure of those appropriations.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives VanWoerkom, Albert and Sabo as conferees.
The message was referred to the Secretary for record.
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The state school aid act of 1979,” by amending sections 236, 236b, 236c, 236h, 237b, 241, 245a, 251, 252, 256, 259, 260, 263, 264, 265, 265a, 265b, 267, 268, 269, 270c, 274, 275, 275b, 275f, 275g, 275h, 276, 277, 278, 279, 280, 281, and 282 (MCL 388.1836, 388.1836b, 388.1836c, 388.1836h, 388.1837b, 388.1841, 388.1845a, 388.1851, 388.1852, 388.1856, 388.1859, 388.1860, 388.1863, 388.1864, 388.1865, 388.1865a, 388.1865b, 388.1867, 388.1868, 388.1869, 388.1870c, 388.1874, 388.1875, 388.1875b, 388.1875f, 388.1875g, 388.1875h, 388.1876, 388.1877, 388.1878, 388.1879, 388.1880, 388.1881, and 388.1882), sections 236, 236b, 236c, 241, 245a, 256, 259, 260, 263, 264, 265, 265b, 267, 268, 269, 270c, 274, 275f, 275g, 275h, 276, 277, 278, 279, 280, 281, and 282 as amended and section 236h as added by 2021 PA 86, sections 237b and 275 as amended by 2020 PA 165, sections 251 and 252 as amended by 2019 PA 162, section 265a as amended by 2019 PA 62, and section 275b as amended by 2018 PA 265, and by adding sections 236j, 236k, 265f, 265g, 265h, 274a, 275j, and 275k; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives Frederick, Albert and Steckloff as conferees.
The message was referred to the Secretary for record.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of insurance and financial services for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives Yaroch, Albert and Peterson as conferees.
The message was referred to the Secretary for record.
A bill to make appropriations for the judiciary for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives Lightner, Albert and Cynthia Johnson as conferees.
The message was referred to the Secretary for record.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of military and veterans affairs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives Brann, Albert and Tyrone Carter as conferees.
The message was referred to the Secretary for record.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of natural resources for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives Allor, Albert and Hood as conferees.
The message was referred to the Secretary for record.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of state police for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives Brann, Albert and Tyrone Carter as conferees.
The message was referred to the Secretary for record.
A bill to make appropriations for the state transportation department for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives VanSingel, Albert and Steckloff as conferees.
The message was referred to the Secretary for record.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of licensing and regulatory affairs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives Yaroch, Albert and Peterson as conferees.
The message was referred to the Secretary for record.
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The state school aid act of 1979,” by amending sections 6, 6a, 11, 11a, 11j, 11k, 11m, 11s, 15, 18, 20, 20d, 20f, 20m, 21b, 21f, 21h, 22a, 22b, 22c, 22d, 22m, 22p, 24, 24a, 25f, 25g, 25i, 26a, 26b, 26c, 26d, 28, 31a, 31d, 31f, 31j, 31n, 31o, 31y, 31z, 32d, 32p, 35a, 35g, 39, 39a, 41, 51a, 51c, 51d, 51f, 51g, 53a, 54, 54b, 54d, 56, 61a, 61b, 61c, 61d, 62, 65, 67, 67a, 74, 81, 94, 94a, 95b, 97, 97a, 98, 98b, 98d, 99h, 99s, 99u, 99x, 101, 104, 104c, 107, 147, 147a, 147b, 147c, 147e, and 152a (MCL 388.1606, 388.1606a, 388.1611, 388.1611a, 388.1611j, 388.1611k, 388.1611m, 388.1611s, 388.1615, 388.1618, 388.1620, 388.1620d, 388.1620f, 388.1620m, 388.1621b, 388.1621f, 388.1621h, 388.1622a, 388.1622b, 388.1622c, 388.1622d, 388.1622m, 388.1622p, 388.1624, 388.1624a, 388.1625f, 388.1625g, 388.1625i, 388.1626a, 388.1626b, 388.1626c, 388.1626d, 388.1628, 388.1631a, 388.1631d, 388.1631f, 388.1631j, 388.1631n, 388.1631o, 388.1631y, 388.1631z, 388.1632d, 388.1632p, 388.1635a, 388.1635g, 388.1639, 388.1639a, 388.1641, 388.1651a, 388.1651c, 388.1651d, 388.1651f, 388.1651g, 388.1653a, 388.1654, 388.1654b, 388.1654d, 388.1656, 388.1661a, 388.1661b, 388.1661c, 388.1661d, 388.1662, 388.1665, 388.1667, 388.1667a, 388.1674, 388.1681, 388.1694, 388.1694a, 388.1695b, 388.1697, 388.1697a, 388.1698, 388.1698b, 388.1698d, 388.1699h, 388.1699s, 388.1699u, 388.1699x, 388.1701, 388.1704, 388.1704c, 388.1707, 388.1747, 388.1747a, 388.1747b, 388.1747c, 388.1747e, and 388.1752a), sections 6, 6a, 11, 11a, 11j, 11k, 11m, 11s, 15, 18, 20, 20d, 20f, 21f, 21h, 22a, 22b, 22d, 22m, 22p, 24, 24a, 25f, 25g, 25i, 26a, 26b, 26c, 28, 31a, 31d, 31f, 31j, 31n, 32d, 32p, 35a, 39, 39a, 41, 51a, 51c, 51d, 51f, 53a, 54, 54b, 54d, 56, 61a, 61b, 61c, 61d, 62, 65, 67, 67a, 74, 81, 94, 94a, 95b, 98, 98d, 99h, 99s, 99u, 99x, 101, 104, 104c, 107, 147, 147a, 147b, 147c, 147e, and 152a as amended and sections 20m, 22c, 26d, 31o, 31y, 31z, 35g, 51g, 97, 97a, and 98b as added by 2021 PA 48 and section 21b as amended by 2014 PA 196, and by adding sections 8c, 11w, 22e, 23b, 23c, 23f, 30, 30a, 30b, 30c, 31q, 31r, 31aa, 32n, 35i, 35j, 41b, 61i, 94e, 97b, 97c, 97d, 97e, 98e, 99r, 99cc, 104i, 152c, and 166c; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives Paquette, Albert and Weiss as conferees.
The message was referred to the Secretary for record.
Senator Lauwers moved that the Senate proceed to consideration of the following bills:
Senate Bill No. 656
Senate Bill No. 720
The motion prevailed.
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled “Michigan liquor control code of 1998,” (MCL 436.1101 to 436.2303) by adding section 552.
(This bill was returned from the House on Thursday, June 9 with a House substitute (H-2), immediate effect and full title, and was laid over under the rules. See Senate Journal No. 55, p. 880.)
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. 341 Yeas—37
Alexander Geiss MacDonald Schmidt
Ananich Hertel McCann Shirkey
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Stamas
Bayer Horn Moss Theis
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Wozniak
Chang Lauwers Santana Zorn
Daley
Nays—1
McBroom
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
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 full title.
The bill was referred to the Secretary for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.
A bill to amend 1993 PA 327, entitled “Tobacco products tax act,” by amending sections 2, 3, 4, 5, 5a, 6, 6a, 6b, 6c, 6d, 7, 7b, 8, 9, 11, 12, and 13 (MCL 205.422, 205.423, 205.424, 205.425, 205.425a, 205.426, 205.426a, 205.426b, 205.426c, 205.426d, 205.427, 205.427b, 205.428, 205.429, 205.431, 205.432, and 205.433), sections 2 and 11 as amended by 2020 PA 326, sections 3, 5, and 6 as amended and section 6b as added by 1997 PA 187, sections 5a and 6a as amended by 2012 PA 188, section 6c as added by 2002 PA 503, section 6d as added by 2003 PA 285, section 7 as amended by 2021 PA 102, section 7b as added by 2002 PA 607, section 8 as amended by 2008 PA 458, section 9 as amended by 2004 PA 474, section 12 as amended by 2018 PA 639, and section 13 as amended by 1995 PA 131, and by adding sections 3a and 6f.
(The Committee on Regulatory Reform was discharged from further consideration earlier today. See p. 971.)
The question being on concurring in the substitute (H-3) 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. 342 Yeas—38
Alexander Geiss McBroom Schmidt
Ananich Hertel McCann Shirkey
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Stamas
Bayer Horn Moss Theis
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Wozniak
Chang Lauwers Santana Zorn
Daley MacDonald
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
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 full title.
The bill was referred to the Secretary for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.
A bill to amend 1993 PA 23, entitled “Michigan limited liability company act,” by amending section 102 (MCL 450.4102), as amended by 2015 PA 157.
The House of Representatives has passed the bill, ordered that it be given immediate effect and pursuant to Joint Rule 20, inserted the full title.
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 full title.
The bill was referred to the Secretary for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.
Senate Bill No. 1058, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 189, entitled “The insect pest and plant disease act,” (MCL 286.201 to 286.228) by adding section 17a.
The House of Representatives has passed the bill, ordered that it be given immediate effect and pursuant to Joint Rule 20, inserted the full title.
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 full title.
The bill was referred to the Secretary for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.
By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of
General Orders
The motion prevailed, and the
President pro tempore, Senator Nesbitt, designated Senator McBroom as
Chairperson.
After some time spent therein, the Committee arose; and the President pro tempore, Senator Nesbitt, having resumed the Chair, the Committee reported back to the Senate, favorably and without amendment, the following bills:
House Bill No. 4812, entitled
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending section 27 (MCL 211.27), as amended by 2019 PA 116.
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending section 17744e (MCL 333.17744e), as added by 2016 PA 383.
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending section 8202 (MCL 600.8202), as amended by 2016 PA 31.
A bill to amend 2008 IL 1, entitled “Michigan Medical Marihuana Act,” by amending section 7 (MCL 333.26427), as amended by 2016 PA 546.
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by adding section 105.
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by adding section 52a.
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by adding section 35a.
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by adding section 1073a.
A bill to amend 1980 PA 300, entitled “The public school employees retirement act of 1979,” (MCL 38.1301 to 38.1437) by adding section 61a.
Senate Bill No. 1003, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 81101, 81132, 81145, 81146, and 81150 (MCL 324.81101, 324.81132, 324.81145, 324.81146, and 324.81150), section 81101 as amended by 2020 PA 385 and sections 81132, 81145, 81146, and 81150 as added by 1995 PA 58.
Senate Bill No. 1041, entitled
A bill to amend 1969 PA 306,
entitled “Administrative procedures act of 1969,” by amending section 3 (MCL
24.203), as amended by 2011 PA 239.
Senate Bill No. 1009, entitled
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by adding section 108.
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled “Michigan liquor control code of 1998,” by amending section 205 (MCL 436.1205), as amended by 2020 PA 126.
A bill to amend 2020 PA 238, entitled “An act to prohibit an employer from taking certain actions against an employee who does not report to work under certain circumstances related to COVID-19; to prohibit an employee from reporting to work under certain circumstances related to COVID-19; to prohibit discrimination and retaliation for engaging in certain activities; and to provide remedies,” by amending section 10 (MCL 419.410); and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
A bill to amend 1974 PA 154, entitled “Michigan occupational safety and health act,” by amending section 85 (MCL 408.1085), as added by 2020 PA 237; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
A bill to amend 2020 PA 236, entitled “COVID-19 response and reopening liability assurance act,” by amending section 10 (MCL 691.1460); and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
A bill to amend 1915 PA 31, entitled “Youth tobacco act,” by amending sections 1 and 4 (MCL 722.641 and 722.644), as amended by 2019 PA 18.
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending section 12606a (MCL 333.12606a), as added by 2009 PA 188.
The bills were placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
House Bill No. 5117, entitled
A bill to amend 1998 PA 386, entitled “Estates and protected individuals code,” by amending section 3206 (MCL 700.3206), as amended by 2020 PA 246.
Substitute (S-2).
House Bill No. 4375, entitled
A bill to amend 1980 PA 300, entitled “The public school employees retirement act of 1979,” by amending section 61 (MCL 38.1361), as amended by 2020 PA 267.
Substitute (S-4).
Senate Bill No. 870, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending section 116 (MCL 750.116).
Substitute (S-1).
Senate Bill No. 1042, entitled
A bill to amend 1984 PA 427, entitled “Municipal employees retirement act of 1984,” (MCL 38.1501 to 38.1555) by adding section 45b.
Substitute (S-1).
Senate Bill No. 943, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending section 79d (MCL 257.79d), as added by 2003 PA 315.
Substitute (S-1).
Senate Bill No. 1027, entitled
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” (MCL 760.1 to 777.69) by adding section 21b to chapter XVI.
Substitute (S-1).
Senate Bill No. 888, entitled
A bill to create the blockchain and cryptocurrency commission and prescribe its powers and duties; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities.
Substitute (S-1).
Senate Bill No. 1060, entitled
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending sections 9o, 19, and 30 (MCL 211.9o, 211.19, and 211.30), section 9o as amended by 2021 PA 150, section 19 as amended by 2017 PA 261, and section 30 as amended by 2013 PA 153.
Substitute (S-2).
Senate Bill No. 1061, entitled
A bill to amend 2000 PA 489, entitled “Michigan trust fund act,” (MCL 12.251 to 12.262) by adding section 3a.
Substitute (S-2).
Senate Bill No. 1062, entitled
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled “Use tax act,” by amending section 21 (MCL 205.111), as amended by 2021 PA 109.
Substitute (S-2).
Senate Bill No. 576, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending section 42b (MCL 750.42b), as added by 1992 PA 273.
Substitute (S-1).
Senate Bill No. 577, entitled
A bill to amend 1971 PA 79, entitled “Age of majority act of 1971,” by amending section 3 (MCL 722.53).
Substitute (S-1).
By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of
Motions and Communications
Senate Bill No. 870
Senate Bill No. 1003
Senate Bill No. 1041
Senate Bill No. 1042
Senate Bill No. 1009
Senate Bill No. 943
Senate Bill No. 1027
Senate Bill No. 888
Senate Bill No. 1060
Senate Bill No. 1061
Senate Bill No. 1062
House Bill No. 6087
Senate Bill No. 576
Senate Bill No. 577
House Bill No. 6108
House Bill No. 6109
House Bill No. 5244
House Bill No. 6128
House Bill No. 6215
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of
Third Reading of Bills
Senator Lauwers moved that the Senate proceed to consideration of the following bills:
Senate Bill No. 808
Senate Bill No. 809
Senate Bill No. 881
House Bill No. 4534
Senate Bill No. 563
Senate Bill No. 1004
House Bill No. 5678
Senate Bill No. 870
Senate Bill No. 1003
Senate Bill No. 1041
Senate Bill No. 1042
Senate Bill No. 1009
Senate Bill No. 943
Senate Bill No. 1027
Senate Bill No. 888
Senate Bill No. 1060
Senate Bill No. 1061
Senate Bill No. 1062
House Bill No. 6087
Senate Bill No. 576
Senate Bill No. 577
House Bill No. 6108
House Bill No. 6109
House Bill No. 5244
House Bill No. 6128
House Bill No. 6215
The motion prevailed.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 808, entitled
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending sections 78b, 78c, and 78f (MCL 211.78b, 211.78c, and 211.78f), sections 78b and 78c as amended by 2015 PA 202 and section 78f as amended by 2015 PA 190.
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. 343 Yeas—38
Alexander Geiss McBroom Schmidt
Ananich Hertel McCann Shirkey
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Stamas
Bayer Horn Moss Theis
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Wozniak
Chang Lauwers Santana Zorn
Daley MacDonald
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 809, entitled
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending sections 78h and 78k (MCL 211.78h and 211.78k), section 78h as amended by 2014 PA 499 and section 78k as amended by 2020 PA 33.
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. 344 Yeas—38
Alexander Geiss McBroom Schmidt
Ananich Hertel McCann Shirkey
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Stamas
Bayer Horn Moss Theis
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Wozniak
Chang Lauwers Santana Zorn
Daley MacDonald
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
The Senate
agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 881, entitled
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending sections 7u and 53b (MCL 211.7u and 211.53b), section 7u as amended by 2020 PA 253 and section 53b as amended by 2020 PA 206.
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. 345 Yeas—38
Alexander Geiss McBroom Schmidt
Ananich Hertel McCann Shirkey
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Stamas
Bayer Horn Moss Theis
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Wozniak
Chang Lauwers Santana Zorn
Daley MacDonald
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 4534, entitled
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending sections 7cc and 53b (MCL 211.7cc and 211.53b), section 7cc as amended by 2020 PA 96 and section 53b as amended by 2020 PA 206.
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. 346 Yeas—38
Alexander Geiss McBroom Schmidt
Ananich Hertel McCann Shirkey
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Stamas
Bayer Horn Moss Theis
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Wozniak
Chang Lauwers Santana Zorn
Daley MacDonald
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
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 provide for the assessment of rights and interests, including leasehold interests, in property and the levy and collection of taxes on property, and for the collection of taxes levied; making those taxes a lien on the property taxed, establishing and continuing the lien, providing for the sale or forfeiture and conveyance of property delinquent for taxes, and for the inspection and disposition of lands bid off to the state and not redeemed or purchased; to provide for the establishment of a delinquent tax revolving fund and the borrowing of money by counties and the issuance of notes; to define and limit the jurisdiction of the courts in proceedings in connection with property delinquent for taxes; to limit the time within which actions may be brought; to prescribe certain limitations with respect to rates of taxation; to prescribe certain powers and duties of certain officers, departments, agencies, and political subdivisions of this state; to provide for certain reimbursements of certain expenses incurred by units of local government; to provide penalties for the violation of this act; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,”
The Senate agreed to the full title.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 563, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending section 80198b (MCL 324.80198b), as amended by 2007 PA 8.
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. 347 Yeas—38
Alexander Geiss McBroom Schmidt
Ananich Hertel McCann Shirkey
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Stamas
Bayer Horn Moss Theis
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Wozniak
Chang Lauwers Santana Zorn
Daley MacDonald
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 1004, entitled
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled “Michigan liquor control code of 1998,” (MCL 436.1101 to 436.2303) by adding section 1016.
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. 348 Yeas—38
Alexander Geiss McBroom Schmidt
Ananich Hertel McCann Shirkey
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Stamas
Bayer Horn Moss Theis
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Wozniak
Chang Lauwers Santana Zorn
Daley MacDonald
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 5678, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending sections 217d, 803e, 803f, 803i, 803j, 803k, 803l, 803n, 803o, and 804 (MCL 257.217d, 257.803e, 257.803f, 257.803i, 257.803j, 257.803k, 257.803l, 257.803n, 257.803o, and 257.804), section 217d as amended by 2006 PA 562, section 803e as amended by 2020 PA 51, section 803f as amended by 2018 PA 681, section 803i as amended by 2011 PA 74, sections 803j, 803k, 803n, and 803o as amended by 1999 PA 183, section 803l as amended by 2000 PA 77, and section 804 as amended by 2019 PA 88.
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. 349 Yeas—38
Alexander Geiss McBroom Schmidt
Ananich Hertel McCann Shirkey
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Stamas
Bayer Horn Moss Theis
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Wozniak
Chang Lauwers Santana Zorn
Daley MacDonald
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
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 provide for the registration, titling, sale, transfer, and regulation of certain vehicles operated upon the public highways of this state or any other place open to the general public or generally accessible to motor vehicles and distressed vehicles; to provide for the licensing of dealers; to provide for the examination, licensing, and control of operators and chauffeurs; to provide for the giving of proof of financial responsibility and security by owners and operators of vehicles; to provide for the imposition, levy, and collection of specific taxes on vehicles, and the levy and collection of sales and use taxes, license fees, and permit fees; to provide for the regulation and use of streets and highways; to create certain funds; to provide penalties and sanctions for a violation of this act; to provide for civil liability of manufacturers, the manufacturers of certain devices, the manufacturers of automated technology, upfitters, owners, and operators of vehicles and service of process on residents and nonresidents; to regulate the introduction and use of certain evidence; to regulate and certify the manufacturers of certain devices; to provide for approval and certification of installers and servicers of certain devices; to provide for the levy of certain assessments; to provide for the enforcement of this act; to provide for the creation of and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies; to impose liability upon the state or local agencies; to provide appropriations for certain purposes; to repeal all other acts or parts of acts inconsistent with this act or contrary to this act; and to repeal certain parts of this act on a specific date,”
The Senate agreed to the full title.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 870, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending section 116 (MCL 750.116).
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. 350 Yeas—38
Alexander Geiss McBroom Schmidt
Ananich Hertel McCann Shirkey
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Stamas
Bayer Horn Moss Theis
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Wozniak
Chang Lauwers Santana Zorn
Daley MacDonald
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 1003, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 81101, 81132, 81145, 81146, and 81150 (MCL 324.81101, 324.81132, 324.81145, 324.81146, and 324.81150), section 81101 as amended by 2020 PA 385 and sections 81132, 81145, 81146, and 81150 as added by 1995 PA 58.
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. 351 Yeas—38
Alexander Geiss McBroom Schmidt
Ananich Hertel McCann Shirkey
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Stamas
Bayer Horn Moss Theis
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Wozniak
Chang Lauwers Santana Zorn
Daley MacDonald
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
The Senate agreed
to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 1041, entitled
A bill to amend 1969 PA 306, entitled “Administrative procedures act of 1969,” by amending section 3 (MCL 24.203), as amended by 2011 PA 239.
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. 352 Yeas—38
Alexander Geiss McBroom Schmidt
Ananich Hertel McCann Shirkey
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Stamas
Bayer Horn Moss Theis
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Wozniak
Chang Lauwers Santana Zorn
Daley MacDonald
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 1042, entitled
A bill to amend 1984 PA 427, entitled “Municipal employees retirement act of 1984,” (MCL 38.1501 to 38.1555) by adding section 45b.
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. 353 Yeas—38
Alexander Geiss McBroom Schmidt
Ananich Hertel McCann Shirkey
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Stamas
Bayer Horn Moss Theis
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Wozniak
Chang Lauwers Santana Zorn
Daley MacDonald
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 1009, entitled
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by adding section 108.
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. 354 Yeas—38
Alexander Geiss McBroom Schmidt
Ananich Hertel McCann Shirkey
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Stamas
Bayer Horn Moss Theis
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Wozniak
Chang Lauwers Santana Zorn
Daley MacDonald
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
Senator Hertel asked and was granted unanimous consent to make a statement and moved that the statement be printed in the Journal.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Hertel’s statement is as follows:
Senate Bill No. 1009 will
designate a portion of highway I-94 in Ypsilanti Charter Township as the
Nicholas A. Sada and Sergeant Davyon D. Rose Memorial Highway. This legislation
honors the lives of two exemplary men in our community, and I firmly
believe that one of the most basic things our government can do is honor those
who died in service to us.
To Nick and Davyon’s family watching from home today, I am so grateful to have gotten to know your boys through you. It has been a privilege to get to know your family. Both of these men were graduates of Everett High School in Lansing and were known by their community for their welcoming demeanor, sharp wits, and love for sports. Following graduation, Davyon bravely served in the United States Army. Upon returning home, Nicholas helped Davyon secure employment with C & D Hughes, Inc., a Michigan Department of Transportation road construction contractor.
It was on the evening of November 7, 2021, that Nicholas and Davyon, while working on our roads in Michigan, were struck and killed at work by a drunk driver entering a construction zone on eastbound I-94. Shortly after Nick and Davyon’s deaths, the family took their grief and used it to do two things—to bring about awareness for safety for construction workers on site, and to try to bring justice for their sons. We owe them and we owe their sons a debt of gratitude.
Although Nick and Davyon were taken from us nearly two years ago, the commitment and love of their family and our community should be made evident by this memorial. I want to thank Chairman Barrett for taking up these bills quickly and thank the Majority Leader for putting them on the floor today. With this legislation, we can honor these men and provide a sliver of solace to the friends and family they left behind.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 943, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending section 79d (MCL 257.79d), as added by 2003 PA 315.
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. 355 Yeas—38
Alexander Geiss McBroom Schmidt
Ananich Hertel McCann Shirkey
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Stamas
Bayer Horn Moss Theis
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Wozniak
Chang Lauwers Santana Zorn
Daley MacDonald
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 1027, entitled
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” (MCL 760.1 to 777.69) by adding section 21b to chapter XVI.
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. 356 Yeas—38
Alexander Geiss McBroom Schmidt
Ananich Hertel McCann Shirkey
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Stamas
Bayer Horn Moss Theis
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Wozniak
Chang Lauwers Santana Zorn
Daley MacDonald
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
Senator Lauwers moved that consideration of the following bill be postponed temporarily:
Senate Bill No. 888
The motion prevailed.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 1060, entitled
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending sections 9o, 19, and 30 (MCL 211.9o, 211.19, and 211.30), section 9o as amended by 2021 PA 150, section 19 as amended by 2017 PA 261, and section 30 as amended by 2013 PA 153.
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. 357 Yeas—38
Alexander Geiss McBroom Schmidt
Ananich Hertel McCann Shirkey
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Stamas
Bayer Horn Moss Theis
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Wozniak
Chang Lauwers Santana Zorn
Daley MacDonald
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 1061, entitled
A bill to amend 2000 PA 489, entitled “Michigan trust fund act,” (MCL 12.251 to 12.262) by adding section 3a.
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. 358 Yeas—38
Alexander Geiss McBroom Schmidt
Ananich Hertel McCann Shirkey
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Stamas
Bayer Horn Moss Theis
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Wozniak
Chang Lauwers Santana Zorn
Daley MacDonald
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 1062, entitled
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94,
entitled “Use tax act,” by amending section 21 (MCL 205.111), as amended by
2021 PA 109.
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. 359 Yeas—38
Alexander Geiss McBroom Schmidt
Ananich Hertel McCann Shirkey
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Stamas
Bayer Horn Moss Theis
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Wozniak
Chang Lauwers Santana Zorn
Daley MacDonald
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 6087, entitled
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled “Michigan liquor control code of 1998,” by amending section 205 (MCL 436.1205), as amended by 2020 PA 126.
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. 360 Yeas—38
Alexander Geiss McBroom Schmidt
Ananich Hertel McCann Shirkey
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Stamas
Bayer Horn Moss Theis
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Wozniak
Chang Lauwers Santana Zorn
Daley MacDonald
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
Senator Lauwers moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 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 a commission for the control of the alcoholic beverage traffic within this state, and to prescribe its powers, duties, and limitations; to provide for powers and duties for certain state departments and agencies; to impose certain taxes for certain purposes; to provide for the control of the alcoholic liquor traffic within this state and to provide for the power to establish state liquor stores; to prohibit the use of certain devices for the dispensing of alcoholic vapor; to provide for the care and treatment of alcoholics; to provide for the incorporation of farmer cooperative wineries and the granting of certain rights and privileges to those cooperatives; to provide for the licensing and taxation of activities regulated under this act and the disposition of the money received under this act; to prescribe liability for retail licensees under certain circumstances and to require security for that liability; to provide procedures, defenses, and remedies regarding violations of this act; to provide for the enforcement and to prescribe penalties for violations of this act; to provide for allocation of certain funds for certain purposes; to provide for the confiscation and disposition of property seized under this act; to provide referenda under certain circumstances; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,”
The Senate agreed to the full title.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 576, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending section 42b (MCL 750.42b), as added by 1992 PA 273.
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. 361 Yeas—28
Ananich Daley McCann Schmidt
Barrett Geiss McMorrow Shirkey
Bayer Horn Moss VanderWall
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt Victory
Brinks Irwin Outman Wojno
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wozniak
Chang MacDonald Santana Zorn
Nays—10
Alexander Hollier McBroom Stamas
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Theis
Hertel Lauwers
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
Senator Lauwers moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion did not prevail, 2/3 of the members serving not voting therefor.
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
Protests
Senators McBroom, LaSata and Theis, under their constitutional right of protest (Art. 4, Sec. 18), protested against the passage of Senate Bill No. 576.
Senator McBroom moved that the statement he made during the discussion of the bill be printed as his reasons for voting “no.”
The motion prevailed.
Senator McBroom’s statement, in which Senators LaSata and Theis concurred, is as follows:
Mr. President, I think that this is a difficult issue and there’s a lot of passions about smoking. I’m not a smoker myself and I find the practice to be dangerous to people’s health—both those who are smoking and those around them. It’s good to see society moving away from smoking dominating it the way it did years ago. So, I can understand the passion to move the age to make it more difficult, but I think we are treading dangerously on people’s constitutional rights, particularly on the rights of adults.
The Constitution very specifically delineates a few specific cases where age is something other than the accepted age of adult behavior. Alcohol is one of those; election to the U.S. House, the U.S. Senate, or the presidency are the others. Our laws state very specifically that 18 is when we become an adult. Even the Constitution in prescribing how old someone has to be to vote, our criminal laws, our sentencing guidelines, all of these things focus on turning 18. To arbitrarily take a legal substance and simply say that, Well, we’ve decided that we can move this age for when you can make an adult decision to some other place without an exception provided from the Constitution, I think sets a bad precedent for the future—for property ownership, ownership of other materials, consumption of other legal goods.
So therefore, I will be voting “no” and don’t recommend the passage of this bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 577, entitled
A bill to amend 1971 PA 79, entitled “Age of majority act of 1971,” by amending section 3 (MCL 722.53).
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. 362 Yeas—29
Ananich Geiss McMorrow Schmidt
Barrett Horn Moss Shirkey
Bayer Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Bizon Irwin Outman Victory
Brinks Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bullock MacDonald Runestad Wozniak
Chang McCann Santana Zorn
Daley
Nays—9
Alexander Hollier Lauwers Stamas
Bumstead LaSata McBroom Theis
Hertel
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
Senator Lauwers moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion did not prevail, 2/3 of the members serving not voting therefor.
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 6108, entitled
A bill to amend 1915 PA 31, entitled “Youth tobacco act,” by amending sections 1 and 4 (MCL 722.641 and 722.644), as amended by 2019 PA 18.
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. 363 Yeas—29
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Schmidt
Bayer Horn Moss Shirkey
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Chang MacDonald Runestad Wozniak
Daley McCann Santana Zorn
Geiss
Nays—9
Alexander Hertel Lauwers Stamas
Ananich LaSata McBroom Theis
Bumstead
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
Senator Lauwers moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 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 prohibit the selling, giving, or furnishing of tobacco products, vapor products, and alternative nicotine products to minors; to prohibit the purchase, possession, or use of tobacco products, vapor products, and alternative nicotine products by minors; to regulate the retail sale of tobacco products, vapor products, alternative nicotine products, and liquid nicotine containers; to prescribe penalties; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and departments,”
The Senate agreed to the full title.
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 6109, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending section 12606a (MCL 333.12606a), as added by 2009 PA 188.
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. 364 Yeas—28
Barrett Geiss McMorrow Schmidt
Bayer Horn Moss Shirkey
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Chang MacDonald Runestad Wozniak
Daley McCann Santana Zorn
Nays—10
Alexander Hertel Lauwers Stamas
Ananich Hollier McBroom Theis
Bumstead LaSata
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
Senator Lauwers moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 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 protect and promote the public health; to codify, revise, consolidate, classify, and add to the laws relating to public health; to provide for the prevention and control of diseases and disabilities; to provide for the classification, administration, regulation, financing, and maintenance of personal, environmental, and other health services and activities; to create or continue, and prescribe the powers and duties of, departments, boards, commissions, councils, committees, task forces, and other agencies; to prescribe the powers and duties of governmental entities and officials; to regulate occupations, facilities, and agencies affecting the public health; to regulate health maintenance organizations and certain third party administrators and insurers; to provide for the imposition of a regulatory fee; to provide for the levy of taxes against certain health facilities or agencies; to promote the efficient and economical delivery of health care services, to provide for the appropriate utilization of health care facilities and services, and to provide for the closure of hospitals or consolidation of hospitals or services; to provide for the collection and use of data and information; to provide for the transfer of property; to provide certain immunity from liability; to regulate and prohibit the sale and offering for sale of drug paraphernalia under certain circumstances; to provide for the implementation of federal law; to provide for penalties and remedies; to provide for sanctions for violations of this act and local ordinances; to provide for an appropriation and supplements; to repeal certain acts and parts of acts; to repeal certain parts of this act; and to repeal certain parts of this act on specific dates,”
The Senate agreed to the full title.
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 5244, entitled
A bill to amend 2020 PA 238, entitled “An act to prohibit an employer from taking certain actions against an employee who does not report to work under certain circumstances related to COVID-19; to prohibit an employee from reporting to work under certain circumstances related to COVID-19; to prohibit discrimination and retaliation for engaging in certain activities; and to provide remedies,” by amending section 10 (MCL 419.410); 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. 365 Yeas—37
Ananich Hertel McBroom Schmidt
Barrett Hollier McCann Shirkey
Bayer Horn McMorrow Stamas
Bizon Huizenga Moss Theis
Brinks Irwin Nesbitt VanderWall
Bullock Johnson Outman Victory
Bumstead LaSata Polehanki Wojno
Chang Lauwers Runestad Wozniak
Daley MacDonald Santana Zorn
Geiss
Nays—1
Alexander
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
Senator Lauwers moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 6128, entitled
A bill to amend 1974 PA 154, entitled “Michigan occupational safety and health act,” by amending section 85 (MCL 408.1085), as added by 2020 PA 237; 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. 366 Yeas—38
Alexander Geiss McBroom Schmidt
Ananich Hertel McCann Shirkey
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Stamas
Bayer Horn Moss Theis
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Wozniak
Chang Lauwers Santana Zorn
Daley MacDonald
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
Senator Lauwers moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 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 prescribe and regulate working conditions; to prescribe the duties of employers and employees as to places and conditions of employment; to create certain boards, commissions, committees, and divisions relative to occupational and construction health and safety; to prescribe their powers and duties and powers and duties of the department of labor and department of public health; to prescribe certain powers and duties of the directors of the departments of labor, public health, and agriculture; to impose an annual levy to provide revenue for the safety education and training division; to provide remedies and penalties; to repeal certain acts and parts of acts; and to repeal certain acts and parts of act on specific dates,”
The Senate agreed to the full title.
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 6215, entitled
A bill to amend 2020 PA 236, entitled “COVID-19 response and reopening liability assurance act,” by amending section 10 (MCL 691.1460); 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. 367 Yeas—38
Alexander Geiss McBroom Schmidt
Ananich Hertel McCann Shirkey
Barrett Hollier McMorrow Stamas
Bayer Horn Moss Theis
Bizon Huizenga Nesbitt VanderWall
Brinks Irwin Outman Victory
Bullock Johnson Polehanki Wojno
Bumstead LaSata Runestad Wozniak
Chang Lauwers Santana Zorn
Daley MacDonald
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
Senator Lauwers moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 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 provide minimum requirements for tort claims alleging exposure to COVID-19; establishing liability standards for claims alleging exposure to COVID-19; and precluding liability if conduct complies with regulations or orders,”
The Senate agreed to the full title.
By unanimous consent the Senate returned to consideration of the following bill:
Senate Bill No. 888, entitled
A bill to create the blockchain and cryptocurrency commission and prescribe its powers and duties; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities.
The above bill was read a third time.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
Senator Barrett offered the following amendments:
1. Amend page 4, line 28, after “for” by striking out “firearms;”.
2. Amend page 4, line 28, after “opiates” by striking out the semicolon.
3. Amend page 4, line 28, after the second “and” by inserting “for”.
The amendments were adopted, a majority of the members serving 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. 368 Yeas—28
Alexander Geiss MacDonald Shirkey
Ananich Hollier McBroom Stamas
Barrett Horn McCann VanderWall
Bizon Irwin Moss Victory
Brinks Johnson Nesbitt Wojno
Bullock LaSata Outman Wozniak
Daley Lauwers Schmidt Zorn
Nays—10
Bayer Hertel Polehanki Santana
Bumstead Huizenga Runestad Theis
Chang McMorrow
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Nesbitt
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of
Resolutions
Senators Irwin, Geiss, McMorrow and Chang offered the following resolution:
Senate Resolution No. 157.
A resolution to condemn the United States Supreme Court’s decision in Egbert v. Boule and to urge the federal government to protect the people from rights abuses by Border Patrol agents by amending the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952 and creating a statutory damages remedy against Border Patrol agents for violations of the United States Constitution.
Whereas, In Bivens v. Six Unknown Named Agents of the Federal Bureau of Narcotics, the United States Supreme Court established the right to sue federal agents for damages if, acting under color of federal law, they violate rights under the United States Constitution. The threat of accountability is an important deterrent to prevent rights violations before they happen, and the remedy of damages is needed to compensate individuals when violations of their rights cause damage to their persons or property. Without Bivens actions or causes of actions created by Congress, constitutional rights lack teeth, placing constitutional liberties in jeopardy; and
Whereas, The Fourth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States secures people’s bodies, homes, and personal property from unreasonable searches and seizures, and it guards against the excessive use of force by law enforcement. This Amendment is meant to protect the people from the sort of abuse seen in Bivens, where an individual, rank-and-file federal law enforcement officer unlawfully entered the private property of a United States citizen within the United States without a warrant and used unconstitutional excessive force against that citizen; and
Whereas, In the 2022 case Egbert v. Boule, the Supreme Court gutted Bivens, vastly restricting a valuable tool for defending the Constitution. The Court’s opinion defied precedent and created a new test for whether a Bivens action should be allowed, a test that could hardly ever be satisfied. This closes the door on cases, like Egbert itself, that are nearly identical to the facts of Bivens and fall squarely within its initial, core concern: Fourth Amendment search and seizure. While it does not overrule Bivens, the Court has left only a husk, with no real power to defend the Constitution and the rights of the people; and
Whereas, Even if some Bivens actions could survive Egbert, this case fully immunized Border Patrol agents from suits seeking damages for violations of the Constitution committed in the course of their duties. The Court held that the threat of litigation against Border Patrol agents would interfere with the regulation of the conduct of agents at the border, which has national security implications. As a result, the Court found that it must be left to Congress to decide how to encourage Border Patrol agents to comply with the Constitution; and
Whereas, Under the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952, Border Patrol agents can exercise many powers without a warrant. Border Patrol agents generally have the power to interrogate aliens and make arrests for certain violations of law, and they have extra powers within a “reasonable distance” of the external boundaries of the United States. Federal regulations establish this “reasonable distance” as 100 air miles from the land boundaries and territorial sea of the United States. Within this 100-mile zone, Border Patrol agents can conduct warrantless searches of certain vehicles for aliens. Additionally, within 25 miles of the external boundaries, they can access private lands, though not dwellings, for the purpose of patrolling the border to prevent the illegal entry of aliens into the United States without a warrant. Warrantless entry onto farms for the purpose of interrogating a person believed to be an alien about their right to be in the United States is also prohibited. But even in these warrantless operations, Border Patrol agents remain subject to the Constitution and can violate constitutional rights; and
Whereas, Michigan’s proximity to the United States border gives Border Patrol agents more power to operate without a warrant inside this state. According to documents obtained by the American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan, U.S. Customs and Border Protection claims that the entire state of Michigan falls within the 100-mile zone for warrantless vehicle searches, because the Great Lakes count as international waterways. This increases the number of potential interactions between Michigan residents and Border Patrol agents, which creates more opportunities for violations of constitutional rights – rights that, under Egbert, cannot be vindicated with damages actions. As a result, the constitutional rights of Michigan residents are uniquely threatened by the Egbert decision; and
Whereas, The Supreme Court was incorrect to grant Border Patrol agents blanket immunity from Bivens actions. Rank-and-file Border Patrol agents perform commonplace law enforcement activities, such as interrogations and arrests, including arrests for felonies unrelated to immigration. These activities are materially indistinguishable from the facts of Bivens and do not always implicate national security. Individuals whose rights are violated by Border Patrol agents should have the right to seek Bivens actions in their individual cases; and
Whereas, Unless the Supreme Court reverses its decision in Egbert or a damages remedy is created under federal statute, the people are left powerless to enforce their constitutional rights using damages actions against Border Patrol agents, and possibly against any federal employees. Eviscerating this vital mechanism of deterrence threatens the rights of all under the Constitution, and especially the rights of the people of Michigan; and
Whereas, Congress should exercise its legislative power to create a statutory cause of action for damages caused by a Border Patrol agent’s violation of the United States Constitution. The Court in Egbert held that Congress is the more competent branch to authorize a damages remedy against Border Patrol agents. Congress should wield this expertise to calibrate a remedy that will adequately deter violations of the Constitution and make victims whole while simultaneously safeguarding our national security; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, That we condemn the United States Supreme Court’s decision in Egbert v. Boule for practically eliminating Bivens actions and immunizing United States Border Patrol agents from this powerful tool to defend the United States Constitution and provide meaningful redress to those whose rights are violated; and be it further
Resolved, That we urge the United States Congress to pass and the President of the United States to sign an amendment to the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952 to define the “reasonable distance” from the external boundaries of the United States as 10 air miles, to enshrine our Fourth Amendment rights against excessive and intrusive warrantless searches and seizures; and be it further
Resolved, That we urge the United States Congress to pass and the President of the United States to sign a law creating a statutory damages remedy against Border Patrol agents for violations of rights protected by the United States Constitution, to replace the Bivens actions barred by Egbert; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the Supreme Court of the United States, the President of the United States, the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, the President of the United States Senate, and the members of the Michigan congressional delegation.
Senator Lauwers moved that the rule be suspended.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
Senator Lauwers moved that the resolution be referred to the Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety.
The motion prevailed.
Senators Bayer and Santana were named co-sponsors of the resolution.
Senators Brinks and McCann offered the following resolution:
Senate Resolution No. 158.
A resolution to commemorate July 2022 as Michigan Beer Month.
Whereas, Michigan breweries are a vibrant affirmation and expression of our entrepreneurial traditions, operating as community-based small businesses and providing more than 13,000 full-time jobs; and
Whereas, Michigan has breweries in every region with more than 400 breweries statewide; and
Whereas, Our state ranks sixth in the nation for overall number of breweries, microbreweries, and brewpubs; and
Whereas, The Michigan Brewers Guild celebrates locally made beer by hosting its Summer Beer Festival every July, one of five annual events held around the state; and
Whereas, The Michigan Brewers Guild represents a passionate beer community that believes in quality artisanship, bold character, fun, responsibility, and pushing the boundaries, while also promoting and protecting the Michigan beer industry with an overarching goal to help locally brewed beer attain 20 percent of all beer sales in the state by 2025; and
Whereas, This year, the Michigan Brewers Guild celebrates its 25th anniversary as a nonprofit trade association with its breweries and the beer community; and
Whereas, Brewers in Michigan support our state’s agriculture by purchasing hops, malted barley, wheat, beet sugar, cherries, apples, and numerous other fruits, herbs, spices, and vegetables grown here, along with water sourced from the Great Lakes; and
Whereas, Michigan brewers promote a spirit of independence through a renaissance in locally produced beers, like those first brought to the state by European settlers and created by our forefathers, including Bernhard Stroh, for the enjoyment of the citizenry; and
Whereas, Striving to educate legal drinking-age residents, Michigan brewers convey awareness about the differences in beer flavor, aroma, color, alcohol content, body, and other complex variables, beer history, and gastronomic qualities of beer; and
Whereas, Michigan brewers champion the message of responsible enjoyment to their customers and work within their communities to prevent alcohol abuse and underage drinking; and
Whereas, Breweries in Michigan produce dozens of distinct styles of flavorful beers, the quality and diversity of which have made Michigan the envy of many, while also contributing to the balanced trade of increased Michigan exports and the promotion of our state’s tourism; and
Whereas, The Michigan brewing industry has had great growth and success, contributing more than $513 million in labor income with a total economic contribution of more than $1.8 billion, thriving and expanding to further their economic importance to the state; and
Whereas, Michigan brewers are vested in the future, health, and welfare of their communities as employers provide a diverse array of quality, local jobs. Brewers are also contributors to the local tax base and are committed partners for a broad range of local, regional, and state nonprofit organizations and other philanthropic causes; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, That the members of this legislative body commemorate July 2022 as Michigan Beer Month and recognize the contributions that Michigan brewers have made to our state’s communities, economy, and history; and be it further
Resolved, That we commend Michigan breweries for providing jobs, improving the balance of trade, supporting our state’s agriculture, and educating residents about the history and culture of beer, while encouraging the responsible consumption of beer as a beverage of moderation.
Senator Lauwers moved that the rule be suspended.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
Senator Moss offered the following amendment:
1. Amend page 3, line 12, after “causes” by inserting “. Though not every citizen in Michigan agrees with the lifestyle of consuming alcohol, it is agreed that every beverage is special, precious, unique and loved by its creator, and each beer is created in a brewer’s image.”.
The resolution as amended was adopted.
Senators Bayer, Chang, Geiss, Huizenga, Santana and Wojno were named co-sponsors of the resolution.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Moss’ statement is as follows:
You know, I’m offering an amendment to this Beer Month resolution which I think is more reflective of the diversity of the opinions of the Senate. I’m adding a Whereas—“Though not every citizen in Michigan agrees with the lifestyle of consuming alcohol, it is agreed that every beverage is special, precious, unique and loved by its creator, and each beer is created in a brewer’s image.”
I assume that this amendment will be adopted but now that we have new rules imposed by the majority, if it’s not adopted I hope it is sent to committee as we routinely do with dozens of other resolutions.
Senator Brinks’ statement is as follows:
We have before us a resolution to recognize July 2022 as Beer Month in the state of Michigan. Whether you are a fan of ales or lagers, stouts or porters, if you prefer an IPA or even a Dunkel, there’s probably a brewery in your district that will serve you one. In fact, the Great Lakes State has breweries in every region and more than 400 breweries statewide. Michigan is home to Brewery Vivant’s Sgt. Peppercorn Rye, Bell’s Oberon, Founders’ All Day IPA, Short’s Soft Parade, and a long list of other impressive brews. More than 100 distinct styles and flavorful beers are made here, making us the envy of many other states. This comes as no surprise considering Michigan breweries have thrived and continue to be part of our communities and our culture, contributing more than $513 million in labor income with a total economic contribution of more than $1.8 billion. They’re committed sponsors of a broad range of vital community institutions and philanthropic causes, including not-for-profit housing development associations, chambers of commerce, humane societies, athletic teams, medical research, and more.
I’m proud to represent the countless breweries in Senate District 29, home of Beer City, U.S.A., in Grand Rapids, and I am also very proud to sponsor this resolution that declares July 2022 as Beer Month in the state of Michigan. While there are many things we will no doubt continue to disagree on, in my experience, beer is bipartisan.
So, please join me in acknowledging Michigan brewers and the important role they play in our state’s communities, economy, and history. Cheers to everyone, and thank you, Mr. President.
Senator Barrett offered the following resolution:
Senate Resolution No. 159.
A resolution to commemorate June 27, 2022, as Post-Traumatic Stress Injury (PTSI) Awareness Day.
Whereas, The brave men and women of the United States (U.S.) Armed Forces risk their lives to protect the freedom of the United States and deserve the investment of every possible resource to ensure their lasting physical, mental, and emotional well-being; and
Whereas, More than 2,000,000 U.S. service members have deployed as part of overseas contingency operations since the events of September 11, 2001; and
Whereas, The military has sustained an operational tempo for a period of time unprecedented in the history of the U.S., with many service members deploying multiple times to combat zones, placing them at high risk of PTSI; and
Whereas, It is expected that 10,000 veterans will return to Michigan every year for the next three to five years after spending a significant amount of time in combat environments, exposing thousands of soldiers to traumatic life threatening events; and
Whereas, In fiscal year 2012, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs reported that more than 500,000 veterans from all wars who sought care at a Department of Veterans Affairs medical center received treatment for PTSI; and
Whereas, PTSI significantly increases the risk of depression, suicide, and drug or alcohol-related disorders and deaths; and
Whereas, Thousands of Michigan corrections professionals who perform a critical and dangerous job protecting the public suffer health detriments due to high stress and potentially traumatic occupational experiences. Recent studies have shown that nearly 33.7 percent of surveyed corrections officers are estimated to be PTSI positive in this state; and
Whereas, The U.S. Department of Defense and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs have made significant advances in the causes, symptoms, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of PTSI. However, many challenges remain; and
Whereas, The establishment of a Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Day in Michigan raises public awareness about issues related to PTSI; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, That the members of this legislative body commemorate June 27, 2022, as Post-Traumatic Stress Injury (PTSI) Awareness Day; and be it further
Resolved, That we urge the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency and the Adjutant General to continue working to educate service members, veterans, the families of service members and veterans, and the public about the causes, symptoms, and treatment of PTSI; and be it further
Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be transmitted to the Governor of the state of Michigan.
Senator Lauwers moved that the rule be suspended.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Senators Chang, Geiss, Santana, Theis and Wojno were named co-sponsors of the resolution.
Senator Victory offered the following resolution:
Senate Resolution No. 160.
A resolution to recognize June 23, 2022, as “Rosen Rye Day”.
Whereas, Michigan’s food and
agriculture system is a major contributor to income and employment in the state’s
economy, accounting for over $100 billion in direct, indirect, and induced
economic activity and over 800,000 jobs; and
Whereas, Since its admission to the union in 1837, Michigan has been an important producer of cereal grains including wheat, corn, and rye. In 1909, a new rye varietal was brought to Michigan Agricultural College (MAC) from Russia by Joseph Rosen and subsequently cleaned, selected, and propagated by Professor Frank Spragg; and
Whereas, It was determined conclusively that Rosen Rye vastly outperformed common varietals and that its cultivation become a priority for Michigan’s agricultural community; and
Whereas, Beginning in 1917, significant exports of “Certified” Rosen Rye seeded around the world, and notably to major whiskey producing regions of the United States. By 1920, Michigan was the nation’s largest producer of rye; and
Whereas, It became apparent that, despite universal acclaim, Rosen Rye crops diminished in quality from year to year due to cross-pollination from contact with common rye. A decisive action needed to be taken to isolate the finest seed-stock and protect the innovations and investment of Michigan’s agricultural community. In turn, a survey was formed to determine suitable, isolated areas and South Manitou Island was found to be ideal; and
Whereas, George and Louis Hutzler, along with Irvin Beck, led all seven farms on South Manitou Island and formed a mutual pact, swearing under penalty of drowning, to grow only Rosen Rye to protect its genetic purity. Over the following decade, they earned numerous international awards for “Certified” Rosen Rye, garnering the farmers the moniker “Rye Kings” and Manitou Island as the “World’s Rye Center”; and
Whereas, Between the dawn of Prohibition, and the 1960s when the last farmers left South Manitou Island, Michigan Rosen Rye was venerated in whiskey advertisements, extolled in internal distillery production manuals, and raised to legendary status in bootlegging folklore, before completely disappearing from the market for 50 years; and
Whereas, Under permit from the National Park Service, using seeds from the United States Department of Agriculture Seed Bank, along with assistance from Michigan State University’s Department of Bio Ag Research and volunteer descendants of the Hutzler and Beck families, Mammoth Distilling has revived these historic farms to reintroduce “Certified” Rosen Rye; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, That the members of this legislative body recognize June 23, 2022, as “Rosen Rye Day”; and be it further
Resolved, That we recognize the critical role of native grains and locally grown agriculture to the success of the craft spirits industry in Michigan.
Senator Lauwers moved that the rule be suspended.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Senators Bayer, Huizenga, Santana and Wojno were named co-sponsors of the resolution.
Senator Lauwers moved that the Senate proceed to consideration of the following resolution:
Senate Resolution No. 151
The motion prevailed.
A resolution to urge the United States Department of Interior to approve the petition of the Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians for federal acknowledgement.
(The Committee on Government Operations was discharged from further consideration of this resolution earlier today. See p. 971.)
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The motion prevailed.
Senator Huizenga’s statement is as follows:
Thank you, Mr. President, for the opportunity to speak regarding Senate Resolution No. 151. This resolution expresses the Michigan Senate’s bipartisan request that the United States Department of the Interior should approve the Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians’ petition for federal recognition. The time has come for the federal government to officially recognize the Grand River Bands as a distinct and sovereign people.
The Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians pre-exist the arrival of settlers in the area that now constitutes my Senate district. Their ancestral homelands north of the Grand River stretch beyond my district into West Michigan at large. They have a rich history in our community, firmly based on the activities, traditions, and circumstances apparent amongst the Anishinaabe people of the Great Lakes. All this has been affirmed by the sovereign-to-sovereign treaties with the United States such as the 1795 Treaty of Greenville, the 1855 Treaty of Detroit, among others.
Despite evidence that the Grand River Bands meet the seven required criteria for federal acknowledgement, the 500 to 600 members of the Grand River Bands remain unrecognized by the federal government. Since their original submission to the U.S. Office of Federal Acknowledgement in 1994 and their subsequent addition to the active consideration list in 2013, they have been told time and time again that their case is pending review. This active review withholds a wide variety of benefits for the Grand River Bands’ citizens such as their rights to housing, health care, and education assistance, all of which are provided exclusively for federally-recognized tribes.
This stagnation has gone on for long enough. It has been almost three decades since their original application was submitted, earning them the title of the longest active review of any petitioner in United States history. The Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians play an active role in the social and economic fabric of West Michigan and they are our constituents and valued partners in creating the future for our state. We must not let an erroneously delayed government process to continue to impede them from being able to thrive.
I would ask that my colleagues join me in support Senate Resolution No. 151.
By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of
Introduction and Referral of Bills
Senate Joint Resolution Q, entitled
A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the state constitution of 1963, by amending section 11 of article IX, to revise the permissible uses for the state school aid fund.
The joint resolution was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
Senators Horn and Daley introduced
Senate Bill No. 1089, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” by amending sections 1278b and 1278c (MCL 380.1278b and 380.1278c), section 1278b as amended by 2018 PA 230 and section 1278c as amended by 2018 PA 242.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Education and Career Readiness.
Senators Horn and Daley introduced
Senate Bill No. 1090, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” by amending section 1278a (MCL 380.1278a), as amended by 2020 PA 158.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Education and Career Readiness.
Senators Daley and Horn introduced
Senate Bill No. 1091, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1278f.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Education and Career Readiness.
Senators Brinks, Bayer, Polehanki, Wojno, Geiss, McMorrow, Santana, Moss, McCann, Chang, Hertel and Irwin introduced
Senate Bill No. 1092, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1232.
The bill was read a first and second
time by title and referred to the Committee on Education and Career Readiness.
Senators Geiss, Brinks, Polehanki, Wojno, McMorrow, Santana, Moss, McCann, Chang, Hertel, Bayer and Irwin introduced
Senate Bill No. 1093, 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 sections 9, 10, and 15 (MCL 423.209, 423.210, and 423.215), as amended by 2014 PA 414.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Education and Career Readiness.
Senators Bullock, Polehanki, Geiss, Wojno, McMorrow, Santana, Moss, McCann, Chang, Hertel, Bayer, Brinks and Irwin introduced
Senate Bill No. 1094, 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 repealing section 15b (MCL 423.215b).
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Education and Career Readiness.
Senators Brinks, Bayer, Polehanki, Wojno, Geiss, McMorrow, Santana, Moss, McCann, Chang, Hertel, McBroom and Irwin introduced
Senate Bill No. 1095, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1232a.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Education and Career Readiness.
Senators Chang, Polehanki, Wojno, Geiss, McMorrow, Santana, Moss, McCann, Hertel, Bayer, Brinks, McBroom and Irwin introduced
Senate Bill No. 1096, entitled
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The state school aid act of 1979,” (MCL 388.1601 to 388.1896) by adding section 81a.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Education and Career Readiness.
Senators Wojno, Moss, Bayer, Brinks, Polehanki, Geiss, Santana, McMorrow, McCann, Chang, Hertel, McBroom and Irwin introduced
Senate Bill No. 1097, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” by amending section 1531 (MCL 380.1531), as amended by 2018 PA 235.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Education and Career Readiness.
Senators Bayer, Polehanki, Geiss, Wojno, Brinks, Santana, McMorrow, Moss, McCann, Chang, Hertel, McBroom and Irwin introduced
Senate Bill No. 1098, entitled
A bill to establish a teachers loan forgiveness program for certain teachers in public and nonpublic elementary and secondary schools in this state; to establish a teachers loan forgiveness fund and to provide for its administration; and to prescribe certain powers and duties of certain state officers, agencies, and departments.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Education and Career Readiness.
Senators Moss, Polehanki, Wojno, Brinks, Bayer, Geiss, Santana, Chang, Hertel, Irwin, McMorrow and McCann introduced
Senate Bill No. 1099, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1851c.
The bill was read a first and second
time by title and referred to the Committee on Education and Career Readiness.
Senators McCann, Bayer, Wojno, Santana, Moss, Chang, Hertel, Brinks, McBroom and Irwin introduced
Senate Bill No. 1100, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1851b.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Education and Career Readiness.
Senators Ananich, Polehanki, Wojno, Geiss, McMorrow, Santana, Moss, McCann, Chang, Hertel, Bayer, Brinks, McBroom and Irwin introduced
Senate Bill No. 1101, entitled
A bill to amend 1980 PA 300, entitled “The public school employees retirement act of 1979,” by amending sections 41, 41b, 61, and 81c (MCL 38.1341, 38.1341b, 38.1361, and 38.1381c), section 41 as amended by 2018 PA 512, sections 41b and 81c as amended by 2017 PA 92, and section 61 as amended by 2020 PA 267.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Education and Career Readiness.
Senators VanderWall, LaSata, Daley, Polehanki, Huizenga, Wozniak, Zorn, Barrett, Bayer and Schmidt introduced
Senate Bill No. 1102, entitled
A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled “Mental health code,” by amending section 628 (MCL 330.1628), as amended by 1995 PA 290.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety.
Senators VanderWall, LaSata, Daley, Polehanki, Huizenga, Wozniak, Zorn, Barrett, Bayer and Schmidt introduced
Senate Bill No. 1103, entitled
A bill to amend 1998 PA 386, entitled “Estates and protected individuals code,” by amending the title and sections 5106, 5108a, 5313, and 5409 (MCL 700.5106, 700.5108a, 700.5313, and 700.5409), section 5106 as amended by 2017 PA 136, section 5108a as amended by 2020 PA 338, section 5313 as amended by 2012 PA 545, and section 5409 as amended by 2000 PA 463, and by adding sections 5106a and 5106b.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety.
Senator Schmidt introduced
Senate Bill No. 1104, entitled
A bill to authorize the state administrative board to accept and convey real property in Grand Traverse County; to prescribe conditions for the conveyance; and to provide for disposition of the revenue from the conveyance.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
A bill to amend 1982 PA 250, entitled “Child abuse and neglect prevention act,” by amending section 2 (MCL 722.602), as amended by 2018 PA 60.
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 Health Policy and Human Services.
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending section 520l (MCL 750.520l), as amended by 1988 PA 138.
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 and Public Safety.
A bill to amend 1976 PA 331, entitled “Michigan consumer protection act,” by amending section 3 (MCL 445.903), as amended by 2021 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.
Senator Lauwers moved that rule 3.203 be suspended and that the bill be referred to the Committee of the Whole and placed on the order of General Orders.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
A bill to amend 1976 PA 331, entitled “Michigan consumer protection act,” (MCL 445.901 to 445.922) by amending the title and by adding sections 3n and 3o.
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.
Senator Lauwers moved that rule 3.203 be suspended and that the bill be referred to the Committee of the Whole and placed on the order of General Orders.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
A bill to amend 2016 PA 281, entitled “Medical marihuana facilities licensing act,” by amending sections 102, 201, 206, 501, 502, 503, 504, and 505 (MCL 333.27102, 333.27201, 333.27206, 333.27501, 333.27502, 333.27503, 333.27504, and 333.27505), section 102 as amended by 2021 PA 57, sections 201, 501, 503, and 504 as amended by 2018 PA 10, section 206 as amended by 2020 PA 207, and sections 502 and 505 as amended by 2018 PA 648, and by adding section 202.
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 Regulatory Reform.
A bill to amend 2018 IL 1, entitled “Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act,” by amending sections 3, 8, and 10 (MCL 333.27953, 333.27958, and 333.27960), sections 3 and 8 as amended by 2021 PA 56.
The House of Representatives has passed the bill by a 3/4 vote 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 Regulatory Reform.
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending section 662 (MCL 168.662), as amended by 2004 PA 92.
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 Elections.
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending sections 31, 683, and 730 (MCL 168.31, 168.683, and 168.730), section 31 as amended by 2012 PA 271, section 683 as amended by 2018 PA 120, and section 730 as amended by 1995 PA 261, and by adding section 730a.
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 Elections.
The motion prevailed.
Announcements of Printing and Enrollment
The Secretary announced that the following House bills were received in the Senate and filed on Tuesday, June 21:
House Bill Nos. 4640 4699 5486 5487 6056 6057 6071 6124
The Secretary announced the enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor on Tuesday, June 21, for her approval the following bill:
Enrolled Senate Bill No. 447 at 11:04 a.m.
Senate Bill Nos. 1085 1086 1087 1088
Senate Resolution Nos. 154 155
House Bill Nos. 6233 6234 6235 6236 6237 6238 6239 6240 6241 6242 6243 6244 6245 6246 6247 6248 6249 6250 6251
The Secretary announced that the following bills were printed and filed on Tuesday, June 21, and are available on the Michigan Legislature website:
House Bill Nos. 6252 6253 6254 6255 6256 6257 6258
The Secretary announced that the following bills were printed and filed on Wednesday, June 22, and are available on the Michigan Legislature website:
House Bill Nos. 6259 6260 6261 6262 6263 6264 6265 6266 6267 6268 6269 6270 6271 6272 6273 6274 6275 6276 6277
Committee Reports
The Committee on Economic and Small Business Development reported
Senate Bill No. 888, entitled
A bill to create the blockchain and cryptocurrency commission and prescribe its powers and duties; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities.
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.
Ken Horn
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Horn, VanderWall, Schmidt, LaSata, MacDonald and Moss
Nays: Senator Huizenga
The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Economic and Small Business Development reported
House Bill No. 6017, entitled
A bill to amend 1992 PA 147, entitled “Neighborhood enterprise zone act,” by amending section 11 (MCL 207.781), as amended by 2021 PA 44.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Ken Horn
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Horn, VanderWall, Schmidt, LaSata, MacDonald, Huizenga, Geiss and Moss
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Committee on Economic and Small Business Development submitted the following:
Meeting held on Thursday, June 16, 2022, at 12:00 noon, Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building
Present: Senators Horn (C), VanderWall, Schmidt, LaSata, MacDonald, Huizenga, Geiss and Moss
Excused: Senators Lauwers and McMorrow
The Committee on Health Policy and Human Services reported
Senate Bill No. 641, entitled
A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled “The social welfare act,” (MCL 400.1 to 400.119b) by adding section 106c.
With the recommendation that the substitute (S-3) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Curtis S. VanderWall
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators VanderWall, Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana and Wojno
Nays: None
The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Health Policy and Human Services reported
Senate Bill No. 1055, entitled
A bill to amend 1987 PA 230, entitled “Municipal health facilities corporations act,” by amending section 305a (MCL 331.1305a), as amended by 2017 PA 148.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Curtis S. VanderWall
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators VanderWall, Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana and Wojno
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Health Policy and Human Services reported
House Bill No. 5163, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 21528.
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.
Curtis S. VanderWall
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators VanderWall, Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana and Wojno
Nays: None
The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Health Policy and Human Services reported
House Bill No. 5166, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending section 17744e (MCL 333.17744e), as added by 2016 PA 383.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Curtis S. VanderWall
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators VanderWall, Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana and Wojno
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Health Policy and Human Services reported
House Bill No. 5488, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,”
by amending section 18201 (MCL 333.18201) and by adding section 18211a.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Curtis S. VanderWall
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators VanderWall, Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana and Wojno
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Health Policy and Human Services reported
House Bill No. 5489, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 16190.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Curtis S. VanderWall
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators VanderWall, Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana and Wojno
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Health Policy and Human Services reported
House Bill No. 5609, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending sections 20102, 20104, 20109, 20115, 20155, 20161, 20164, 20171, 21734, 21763, 21764, 21771, 21794, and 21799b (MCL 333.20102, 333.20104, 333.20109, 333.20115, 333.20155, 333.20161, 333.20164, 333.20171, 333.21734, 333.21763, 333.21764, 333.21771, 333.21794, and 333.21799b), section 20102 as amended by 2010 PA 381, sections 20104, 20155, and 21734 as amended by 2015 PA 155, section 20109 as amended by 2015 PA 156, section 20115 as amended by 2012 PA 499, section 20161 as amended by 2020 PA 169, section 20164 as amended by 1990 PA 179, section 20171 as amended by 2014 PA 449, section 21763 as amended by 1996 PA 546, section 21771 as amended by 2012 PA 174, section 21794 as added by 2014 PA 529, and section 21799b as amended by 2000 PA 437, and by adding part 221; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
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.
Curtis S. VanderWall
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators VanderWall, Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana and Wojno
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 Health Policy and Human Services submitted the following:
Meeting held on Thursday, June 16, 2022, at 1:00 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building
Present: Senators VanderWall (C), Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana and Wojno
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety submitted the following:
Meeting held on Thursday, June 16, 2022, at 8:30 a.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building
Present: Senators Victory (C), VanderWall,
Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Wozniak, Chang and Irwin
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Committee on Local Government submitted the following:
Meeting held on Thursday, June 16, 2022, at 1:30 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building
Present: Senators Zorn (C), Johnson, Daley and Moss
Excused: Senator Alexander
Senator Lauwers moved that the Senate adjourn.
The motion prevailed, the time being 2:12 p.m.
In pursuance of the order previously made, the President pro tempore, Senator Nesbitt, declared the Senate adjourned until Thursday, June 30, 2022, at 10:00 a.m.
MARGARET O’BRIEN
Secretary of the Senate