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STATE OF MICHIGAN

JOURNAL

OF THE

House of Representatives

89th Legislature

REGULAR SESSION OF 1998

House Chamber, Lansing, Wednesday, January 14, 1998.

12:00 noon.

Pursuant to the requirements of the Constitution, the Representatives assembled in Representative Hall in the Capitol at Lansing on the second Wednesday in January, the 14th of January, 1998 at 12:00 o'clock noon, and were called to order by the Honorable Curtis D. Hertel, Speaker of the House of Representatives.

The Rev. Patrick A. Jennings, from Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church in Lansing, offered the following invocation:

"My people who are called by My name shall humble themselves and pray and seek my direction and forsake all the wickedness. Then, I will hear from My throne in heaven and forgive sin and solve problems. Every head bowed and every eye closed. Our Lord, our God, and our Father, the maker and creator of the ends of the earth. God all knowing, God all powerful, God wise and pernicious, we come seeking Your guidance, seeking Your direction, seeking Your wisdom. For the courage we need, supply it. For the wisdom we lack, provide it. For the love that must be possessed, give it. Father, we look to You and we lean on You for every decision that needs to be made. I pray that You will guide our every thought, our every word, and our every deed. Let Your presence fill this great chamber as we serve Your people by leadership. In the name of Jesus we pray, Amen."

By the direction of the Speaker, the Clerk called the roll of the House of Representatives and announced that a quorum was present.

District Name District Name

1st Andrew C. Richner 56th Lynn Owen

2nd Curtis Hertel 57th Tim Walberg

3rd Mary Lou Parks--e/d/s 58th Michael E. Nye

4th Ed Vaughn 59th Glenn Oxender

5th Ted Wallace 60th Ed LaForge

6th Martha Scott 61st Charles Perricone

7th Raymond M. Murphy 62nd Mark Schauer

8th Ilona Varga 63rd Donald H. Gilmer

9th Kwame M. Kilpatrick 64th Michael J. Griffin

10th Samuel Buzz Thomas, III 65th Clyde LeTarte

11th Morris Hood, Jr. 66th Judith L. Scranton

12th Keith B. Stallworth 67th Dan Gustafson

13th Burton Leland 68th Lingg Brewer

14th Derrick Hale 69th Lynne Martinez

15th Agnes Dobronski 70th Laura L. Baird

16th Bob Brown 71st Frank Fitzgerald

17th Thomas Kelly 72nd Mark C. Jansen

18th Eileen DeHart 73rd Jack Horton

19th Lyn Bankes 74th Ken Sikkema

20th Gerald H. Law 75th William R. Byl

21st Deborah Whyman 76th Thomas C. Mathieu

22nd Raymond E. Basham 77th Harold J. Voorhees, Sr.

23rd George W. Mans--e/d/s 78th Ron Jelinek

24th Joseph Palamara--e/d/s 79th Bob Brackenridge

25th Gloria Schermesser 80th James "Mick" Middaugh

26th William J. Callahan 81st Terry London

27th Nick Ciaramitaro 82nd Karen Willard

28th Paul Wojno 83rd Kim A. Rhead

29th Dennis Olshove 84th Michael Green

30th Sue Rocca 85th Clark A. Harder

31st Sharon L. Gire 86th Alan L. Cropsey

32nd vacant 87th Terry Geiger

33rd Alvin H. Kukuk 88th Patricia Birkholz

34th John F. Freeman 89th Jon Jellema

35th David M. Gubow 90th Jessie F. Dalman

36th Nancy L. Quarles 91st Paul T. Baade

37th Andrew Raczkowski 92nd James G. Agee--excused

38th Nancy Cassis 93rd Larry L. DeVuyst

39th Barbara J. Dobb 94th Michael J. Goschka

40th Patricia Godchaux 95th Michael Hanley

41st Shirley Johnson 96th A.T. Frank

42nd Greg Kaza 97th Howard Wetters--excused

43rd Hubert Price, Jr. 98th James McNutt

44th David N. Galloway 99th James McBryde

45th Penny M. Crissman 100th John T. Llewellyn

46th Tom Middleton 101st Bill Bobier

47th Rose Bogardus 102nd John Gernaat

48th Vera B. Rison 103rd Tom Alley

49th Robert L. Emerson 104th Michelle McManus

50th Deborah Cherry 105th Allen Lowe

51st Candace A. Curtis 106th Beverly A. Bodem

52nd Mary Schroer 107th Pat Gagliardi

53rd Liz Brater 108th David Anthony

54th Kirk A. Profit--e/d/s 109th Michael A. Prusi

55th Beverly S. Hammerstrom 110th Paul Tesanovich--excused

e/d/s = entered during session

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Rep. Dobronski moved that Reps. Wetters, Agee and Tesanovich be excused from today's session.

The motion prevailed.

Motions and Resolutions

Rep. Gagliardi moved that a respectful message be sent to the Senate requesting the return of Senate Bill No. 717.

The motion prevailed.

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of

Messages from the Governor

December 29, 1997

Michigan House of Representatives

State Capitol Building

Lansing, Michigan 48913

Ladies and Gentlemen:

Today I have vetoed and am returning to you herewith, Enrolled House Bills 4642 and 4643.

The Michigan sales tax is imposed upon sellers of tangible personal property for the privilege of making sales in the state, MCL 205.91 et seq. The use tax is imposed upon persons for the privilege of using, storing or consuming tangible personal property in the state, MCL 205.91 et seq. Michigan sales and use taxes are complementary and supplementary.

Enrolled House Bills 4642 and 4643 would provide a use and sales tax exemption, respectively, for natural gas sold and used to power engines operated to compress gas through a pipeline to an end source, the customer. Such natural gas is tangible personal property and is specifically sold and used to operate engines designed to transport the customer-owned natural gas. The taxation of natural gas and similar properties sold and used in the state has been a historical part of Michigan public policy. The taxation of the sale and use of compressor gas is no different.

The authority of the state to tax compressor gas used in interstate commerce was tested in Michigan courts over 20 years ago and found not to exist. However, the 1977 U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Complete Auto Transit, Inc. v Brady replaced the standard of authority for states to impose certain taxes on interstate commerce activity. As a result, the Michigan Court of Appeals in Kellogg Company v Department of Treasury, 1994, adopted the Complete Auto Transit standard.

The Kellogg opinion, by clarifying what is and what is not taxable in interstate commerce, effectively rules that compressor gas is taxable property. To allow special interest tax exemptions such as those sought for compressor gas in Enrolled House Bills 4642 and 4643 not only undermines significant judicial holding but also starts the state down a path that, if allowed, would invite other taxpayers to seek similar treatment.

For this reason, I am returning Enrolled House Bills 4642 and 4643 without signature.

Sincerely,

John Engler

Governor

The question being on the passage of the bills, the objections of the Governor to the contrary notwithstanding,

Rep. Gagliardi moved that consideration of the bills be postponed for the day.

The motion prevailed.

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of

Messages from the Senate

January 14, 1998

The Honorable Curtis Hertel

Speaker of the House of Representatives

Capitol Building

Lansing, Michigan 48913

By direction of the Senate, I hereby notify you that a quorum of the Senate has assembled and is ready to proceed with the business of the session.

Very respectfully,

Carol Morey Viventi, J.D.

Secretary of the Senate

The Speaker laid before the House

House Bill No. 4045, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 3101 and 3112a (MCL 324.3101 and 324.3112a).

(The bill was received from the Senate on December 10, 1997, with substitute (S-5), title amendment and immediate effect given by the Senate, consideration of which, under the rules, was postponed until today, see House Journal No. 96, p.2653.)

The question being on concurring in the adoption of the substitute (S-5) made to the bill by the Senate,

The substitute (S-5) was concurred in, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:

Roll Call No. 1 Yeas--101

Alley Dobronski Jellema Perricone

Anthony Emerson Johnson Price

Baade Fitzgerald Kaza Prusi

Baird Frank Kelly Quarles

Bankes Freeman Kilpatrick Raczkowski

Basham Gagliardi Kukuk Rhead

Birkholz Galloway LaForge Richner

Bobier Geiger Law Rison

Bodem Gernaat Leland Rocca

Bogardus Gilmer LeTarte Schauer

Brackenridge Gire Llewellyn Schermesser

Brater Godchaux London Schroer

Brewer Goschka Lowe Scott

Brown Green Martinez Scranton

Byl Gubow Mathieu Sikkema

Callahan Gustafson McBryde Stallworth

Cassis Hale McManus Thomas

Cherry Hammerstrom McNutt Varga

Ciaramitaro Hanley Middaugh Vaughn

Crissman Harder Middleton Voorhees

Cropsey Hertel Murphy Walberg

Curtis Hood Nye Wallace

Dalman Horton Olshove Whyman

DeHart Jansen Owen Willard

DeVuyst Jelinek Oxender Wojno

Dobb

Nays--0

In The Chair: Hertel

The House agreed to the title as amended.

Rep. Brater was named co-sponsor of the bill.

The bill was referred to the Clerk for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.

The Speaker laid before the House

House Bill No. 4047, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 3112b.

(The bill was received from the Senate on December 10, 1997, with substitute (S-2), full title inserted and immediate effect given by the Senate, consideration of which, under the rules, was postponed until today, see House Journal No. 96, p.2653.)

The question being on concurring in the adoption of the substitute (S-2) made to the bill by the Senate,

The substitute (S-2) was concurred in, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:

Roll Call No. 2 Yeas--100

Alley Dobb Jelinek Oxender

Anthony Dobronski Jellema Perricone

Baade Emerson Johnson Price

Baird Fitzgerald Kaza Prusi

Bankes Frank Kelly Quarles

Basham Freeman Kilpatrick Raczkowski

Birkholz Gagliardi Kukuk Rhead

Bobier Galloway LaForge Rison

Bodem Geiger Law Rocca

Bogardus Gernaat Leland Schauer

Brackenridge Gilmer LeTarte Schermesser

Brater Gire Llewellyn Schroer

Brewer Godchaux London Scott

Brown Goschka Lowe Scranton

Byl Green Martinez Sikkema

Callahan Gubow Mathieu Stallworth

Cassis Gustafson McBryde Thomas

Cherry Hale McManus Varga

Ciaramitaro Hammerstrom McNutt Vaughn

Crissman Hanley Middaugh Voorhees

Cropsey Harder Middleton Walberg

Curtis Hertel Murphy Wallace

Dalman Hood Nye Whyman

DeHart Horton Olshove Willard

DeVuyst Jansen Owen Wojno

Nays--1

Richner

In The Chair: Hertel

The House agreed to the full title.

Reps. Brater, Dalman, Gagliardi, LaForge, Llewellyn, Martinez, Perricone, Price, Schroer, Scott and Varga were named co-sponsors of the bill.

The bill was referred to the Clerk for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.

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Rep. Mans entered the House Chambers.

Rep. Profit entered the House Chambers.

The Speaker laid before the House

House Bill No. 4635, entitled

A bill to amend 1972 PA 222, entitled "An act to provide for an official personal identification card; to provide for its form, issuance and use; to provide for certain duties of the secretary of state; and to prescribe certain penalties for violations," by amending sections 2 and 3 (MCL 28.292 and 28.293), section 2 as amended by 1996 PA 204.

(The bill was received from the Senate on December 10, 1997, with amendments, immediate effect given by the Senate, consideration of which, under the rules, was postponed until today, see House Journal No. 96, p. 2653.)

The question being on concurring in the adoption of the amendments made to the bill by the Senate,

The amendments were concurred in, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:

Roll Call No. 3 Yeas--99

Alley Emerson Johnson Price

Anthony Fitzgerald Kaza Profit

Baade Frank Kilpatrick Prusi

Baird Freeman Kukuk Quarles

Bankes Gagliardi LaForge Raczkowski

Basham Galloway Law Rhead

Birkholz Geiger Leland Richner

Bobier Gernaat LeTarte Rocca

Bodem Gilmer Llewellyn Schauer

Bogardus Gire London Schermesser

Brackenridge Godchaux Lowe Schroer

Brater Goschka Mans Scott

Brewer Green Martinez Scranton

Brown Gubow Mathieu Sikkema

Byl Gustafson McBryde Stallworth

Cherry Hale McManus Thomas

Ciaramitaro Hammerstrom McNutt Varga

Crissman Hanley Middaugh Vaughn

Cropsey Harder Middleton Voorhees

Curtis Hertel Murphy Walberg

Dalman Hood Nye Wallace

DeHart Horton Olshove Whyman

DeVuyst Jansen Owen Willard

Dobb Jelinek Oxender Wojno

Dobronski Jellema Perricone

Nays--0

In The Chair: Hertel

The bill was referred to the Clerk for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.

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Rep. Palamara entered the House Chambers.

The Speaker laid before the House

House Bill No. 5121, entitled

A bill to amend 1986 PA 281, entitled "The local development financing act," by amending sections 2 and 11a (MCL 125.2152 and 125.2161a), section 2 as amended by 1996 PA 270 and section 11a as amended by 1996 PA 452.

(The bill was received from the Senate on December 10, 1997, with substitute (S-1), full title inserted and immediate effect given by the Senate, consideration of which, under the rules, was postponed until today, see House Journal No. 96, p.2655.)

The question being on concurring in the adoption of the substitute (S-1) made to the bill by the Senate,

The substitute (S-1) was concurred in, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:

Roll Call No. 4 Yeas--103

Alley Dobronski Kaza Price

Anthony Emerson Kelly Profit

Baade Fitzgerald Kilpatrick Prusi

Baird Frank Kukuk Quarles

Bankes Freeman LaForge Raczkowski

Basham Gagliardi Law Rhead

Birkholz Galloway Leland Richner

Bobier Geiger LeTarte Rison

Bodem Gernaat Llewellyn Rocca

Bogardus Gilmer London Schauer

Brackenridge Gire Lowe Schermesser

Brater Godchaux Mans Schroer

Brewer Goschka Martinez Scott

Brown Green Mathieu Scranton

Byl Gubow McBryde Sikkema

Callahan Gustafson McManus Stallworth

Cassis Hale McNutt Thomas

Cherry Hammerstrom Middaugh Varga

Ciaramitaro Hanley Middleton Vaughn

Crissman Harder Murphy Voorhees

Cropsey Hertel Nye Walberg

Curtis Horton Olshove Wallace

Dalman Jansen Owen Whyman

DeHart Jelinek Oxender Willard

DeVuyst Jellema Palamara Wojno

Dobb Johnson Perricone

Nays--0

In The Chair: Hertel

The House agreed to the full title.

The bill was referred to the Clerk for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.

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Rep. Parks entered the House Chambers.

Second Reading of Bills

House Bill No. 4964, entitled

A bill to amend 1909 PA 279, entitled "The home rule city act," by amending section 4i (MCL 117.4i), as amended by 1996 PA 179.

Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-1) previously recommended by the Committee on Local Government,

The substitute (H-1) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

Rep. Wallace moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.

The motion prevailed, a majority of the members voting therefor.

Rep. Gagliardi moved that the bill be placed on its immediate passage.

The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of

Third Reading of Bills

House Bill No. 4964, entitled

A bill to amend 1909 PA 279, entitled "The home rule city act," by amending section 4i (MCL 117.4i), as amended by 1996 PA 179.

Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:

Roll Call No. 5 Yeas--103

Alley Dobronski Johnson Perricone

Anthony Emerson Kaza Price

Baade Fitzgerald Kelly Profit

Baird Frank Kilpatrick Prusi

Bankes Freeman Kukuk Quarles

Basham Gagliardi LaForge Raczkowski

Birkholz Galloway Law Rhead

Bobier Geiger Leland Richner

Bodem Gernaat LeTarte Rocca

Bogardus Gilmer Llewellyn Schauer

Brackenridge Gire London Schermesser

Brater Godchaux Lowe Schroer

Brewer Goschka Mans Scott

Brown Green Martinez Scranton

Byl Gubow Mathieu Sikkema

Callahan Gustafson McBryde Stallworth

Cassis Hale McManus Thomas

Cherry Hammerstrom McNutt Varga

Ciaramitaro Hanley Middaugh Vaughn

Crissman Harder Middleton Voorhees

Cropsey Hertel Murphy Walberg

Curtis Hood Nye Wallace

Dalman Horton Olshove Whyman

DeHart Jansen Oxender Willard

DeVuyst Jelinek Palamara Wojno

Dobb Jellema Parks

Nays--0

In The Chair: Hertel

The House agreed to the title of the bill.

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The Speaker called the Associate Speaker Pro Tempore to the Chair.

Second Reading of Bills

House Bill No. 4965, entitled

A bill to amend 1947 PA 359, entitled "The charter township act," by amending section 21 (MCL 42.21), as amended by 1996 PA 36.

Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-1) previously recommended by the Committee on Local Government,

The substitute (H-1) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

Rep. Profit moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.

The motion prevailed, a majority of the members voting therefor.

Rep. Gagliardi moved that the bill be placed on its immediate passage.

The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

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Rep. Gagliardi moved that Rep. Hertel be excused temporarily from today's session.

The motion prevailed.

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of

Third Reading of Bills

House Bill No. 4965, entitled

A bill to amend 1947 PA 359, entitled "The charter township act," by amending section 21 (MCL 42.21), as amended by 1996 PA 36.

Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:

Roll Call No. 6 Yeas--101

Alley Emerson Kaza Perricone

Anthony Fitzgerald Kelly Price

Baade Frank Kilpatrick Profit

Baird Freeman Kukuk Prusi

Bankes Gagliardi LaForge Quarles

Basham Galloway Law Raczkowski

Birkholz Geiger Leland Rhead

Bobier Gernaat LeTarte Richner

Bodem Gilmer Llewellyn Rison

Bogardus Gire London Rocca

Brackenridge Godchaux Lowe Schauer

Brater Goschka Mans Schermesser

Brown Green Martinez Schroer

Byl Gubow Mathieu Scott

Callahan Gustafson McBryde Scranton

Cassis Hale McManus Stallworth

Cherry Hammerstrom McNutt Thomas

Ciaramitaro Hanley Middaugh Varga

Crissman Harder Murphy Vaughn

Cropsey Hood Nye Voorhees

Curtis Horton Olshove Walberg

Dalman Jansen Owen Wallace

DeHart Jelinek Oxender Whyman

DeVuyst Jellema Palamara Willard

Dobb Johnson Parks Wojno

Dobronski

Nays--0

In The Chair: Gire

The House agreed to the title of the bill.

Second Reading of Bills

House Bill No. 4966, entitled

A bill to amend 1945 PA 246, entitled "An act to authorize township boards to adopt ordinances and regulations to secure the public health, safety and general welfare; to provide for the establishment of a township police department; to provide for policing of townships by certain law enforcement officers and agencies; to provide for the publication of ordinances; to prescribe powers and duties of township boards and certain local and state officers and agencies; to provide sanctions; and to repeal all acts and parts of acts in conflict with the act," by amending section 3 (MCL 41.183), as amended by 1996 PA 34.

Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-1) previously recommended by the Committee on Local Government,

The substitute (H-1) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

Rep. Curtis moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.

The motion prevailed, a majority of the members voting therefor.

House Bill No. 5252, entitled

A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General sales tax act," (MCL 205.51 to 205.78) by adding section 4h.

The bill was read a second time.

Rep. Scranton moved to amend the bill as follows:

1. Amend page 1, line 4, after the first "OF" by striking out the balance of the line through "STATES" on line 5 and inserting "AN INDIVIDUAL".

The question being on the adoption of the amendment offered by Rep. Scranton,

Rep. Scranton demanded the yeas and nays.

The demand was supported.

The question being on the adoption of the amendment offered by Rep. Scranton,

The amendment was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:

Roll Call No. 7 Yeas--60

Bankes Frank Law Palamara

Birkholz Gagliardi Leland Perricone

Bobier Galloway Llewellyn Raczkowski

Bodem Geiger Lowe Richner

Brackenridge Gernaat Mans Rocca

Brewer Godchaux Mathieu Schauer

Brown Goschka McBryde Schermesser

Cassis Green McManus Scranton

Crissman Gustafson McNutt Sikkema

Cropsey Hammerstrom Middaugh Varga

Curtis Harder Middleton Voorhees

Dalman Horton Nye Walberg

DeVuyst Jansen Olshove Whyman

Dobb Jelinek Owen Willard

Fitzgerald Kukuk Oxender Wojno

Nays--42

Alley DeHart Johnson Price

Anthony Dobronski Kaza Prusi

Baade Emerson Kelly Quarles

Baird Freeman Kilpatrick Rison

Basham Gilmer LaForge Schroer

Bogardus Gire LeTarte Scott

Brater Gubow London Stallworth

Byl Hale Martinez Thomas

Callahan Hanley Murphy Vaughn

Cherry Hood Parks Wallace

Ciaramitaro Jellema

In The Chair: Gire

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Rep. London, having reserved the right to explain his nay vote, made the following statement:

"Mr. Speaker and members of the House:

This Bill was narrowly drafted to help veterans at the time of death by exempting sales tax on burial items. Additionally, Rep. Scranton's amendment would cost $20,000,000 in state revenue."

Rep. Gilmer, having reserved the right to explain his nay vote, made the following statement:

"Mr. Speaker and members of the House:

I voted no on the Representative Scranton Amendment to HB 5252 because it could well cause a reduction of at least $13 to $15 per pupil for every public school student in this state."

Rep. Gubow moved to amend the bill as follows:

1. Amend page 1, line 4, after "INDIVIDUAL" by inserting "WHO HAS AN ADJUSTED GROSS INCOME BELOW THE FEDERAL POVERTY LEVEL".

The motion prevailed and the amendment was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

Rep. Alley moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.

The motion prevailed, a majority of the members voting therefor.

Rep. Gagliardi moved that the bill be placed on its immediate passage.

The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of

Third Reading of Bills

House Bill No. 5252, entitled

A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General sales tax act," (MCL 205.51 to 205.78) by adding section 4h.

Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:

Roll Call No. 8 Yeas--104

Alley Dobronski Kaza Perricone

Anthony Emerson Kelly Price

Baade Fitzgerald Kilpatrick Profit

Baird Frank Kukuk Prusi

Bankes Freeman LaForge Quarles

Basham Gagliardi Law Raczkowski

Birkholz Galloway Leland Rhead

Bobier Geiger LeTarte Richner

Bodem Gernaat Llewellyn Rison

Bogardus Gilmer London Rocca

Brackenridge Gire Lowe Schauer

Brater Godchaux Mans Schermesser

Brewer Goschka Martinez Schroer

Brown Green Mathieu Scott

Byl Gubow McBryde Scranton

Callahan Gustafson McManus Sikkema

Cassis Hale McNutt Stallworth

Cherry Hammerstrom Middaugh Thomas

Ciaramitaro Hanley Middleton Varga

Crissman Harder Murphy Vaughn

Cropsey Hood Nye Voorhees

Curtis Horton Olshove Walberg

Dalman Jansen Owen Wallace

DeHart Jelinek Oxender Whyman

DeVuyst Jellema Palamara Willard

Dobb Johnson Parks Wojno

Nays--0

In The Chair: Gire

The House agreed to the title of the bill.

Rep. Gagliardi moved that the bill be given immediate effect.

The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.

Rep. Wallace moved to reconsider the vote by which the House passed House Bill No. 4964.

The question being on the motion by Rep. Wallace,

Rep. Wallace moved that consideration of the motion be postponed for the day.

The motion prevailed.

Rep. Wallace moved to reconsider the vote by which the House passed House Bill No. 4965.

The question being on the motion by Rep. Wallace,

Rep. Wallace moved that consideration of the motion be postponed for the day.

The motion prevailed.

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of

Messages from the Senate

The Senate returned, in accordance with the request of the House

Senate Bill No. 717, entitled

A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General sales tax act," by amending section 4g (MCL 205.54g), as amended by 1996 PA 576.

Rep. Gagliardi moved to reconsider the vote by which the House passed the bill.

The question being on the motion by Rep. Gagliardi,

Rep. Gagliardi moved that consideration of the motion be postponed for the day.

The motion prevailed.

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Rep. Gagliardi moved to suspend that portion of Rule 44 requiring bills to be handed to the Clerk three hours prior to calling the House to order.

The motion prevailed, 3/5 of the members present voting therefor.

Rep. Gagliardi moved that when the House adjourns today it stand adjourned until Tuesday, January 20 at 2:00 p.m.

The motion prevailed.

Rep. Harder asked and obtained an excuse from Wednesday, January 21 session.

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of

Motions and Resolutions

Reps. Gagliardi and Gustafson offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 190.

A resolution directing the Clerk to notify the Senate that the House of Representatives has assembled and is ready to proceed with the business of the session.

Resolved, That the Clerk of the House is hereby directed to notify the Senate that the House of Representatives has convened pursuant to the requirements of the Constitution and is ready to proceed with the business of the session.

Pending the reference of the resolution to a committee,

Rep. Gagliardi moved that Rule 77 be suspended and the resolution be considered at this time.

The motion prevailed, 3/5 of the members present voting therefor.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

Reps. Gagliardi and Gustafson offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 191.

A resolution directing the Clerk to notify the Governor that the House of Representatives has assembled and is ready to proceed with the business of the session.

Resolved, That the Clerk of the House is hereby directed to notify the Governor that the House of Representatives has convened pursuant to the requirements of the Constitution and is ready to proceed with the business of the session.

Pending the reference of the resolution to a committee,

Rep. Gagliardi moved that Rule 77 be suspended and the resolution be considered at this time.

The motion prevailed, 3/5 of the members present voting therefor.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

Reps. Wojno, Baade, Hanley, Hale, Kelly, DeHart, Schermesser, Varga, Richner, Dobronski, Voorhees, London, Green, Bankes, Freeman, Parks, Profit, Brater, Oxender, Gire, Kilpatrick, LaForge, Galloway, Goschka, Bodem, Murphy, Vaughn, Baird, Cherry, Raczkowski, Scott, Olshove and Ciaramitaro offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 192.

A resolution honoring Officer Robert Bonacorsi.

Whereas, In grateful recognition of his loyal service in protecting and defending the people of Warren, Robert Bonacorsi has been selected to receive this resolution for his outstanding act of bravery. On behalf of everyone who has benefited directly from the work of this outstanding law enforcement officer and the countless others who reap the rewards of his sacrifices, we offer our congratulations and thanks on this well-deserved acknowledgment of excellence; and

Whereas, Officer Bonacorsi recently demonstrated outstanding bravery and skill in negotiation to bring a suicidal young man back to safety. The 35 year-old Center Line man was distressed over his personal life and wanted to end his life by leaping off a freeway overpass. Officer Bonacorsi, along with Warren Police Department Chaplain Michael Kazer and Center Line Public Safety Officer Kurt Northrup, calmly negotiated with the man to convince him not to commit suicide. The honest and caring negotiating by Officer Bonacorsi helped to bring the young man back to safety; and

Whereas, Few professions hold more responsibility and danger than police work. While this has always been the case, the increasing presence of drugs and violence in our society has served to make this an even more difficult task in recent years. The most routine and seemingly innocent situation can quickly become a moment of terror. Each day, on each shift, the men and women who protect us cope with this pressure while maintaining the perspective that most people are law abiding, and most hold great respect for them; and

Whereas, This resolution demonstrates appreciation for outstanding bravery and all that Robert Bonacorsi has endured and contributed over the course of his career. It signifies a level of professionalism best appreciated by Robert Bonacorsi's fellow officers, who also draw strength from the high standards he has set and shares with the entire Warren Police Department; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That this resolution is dedicated to salute Robert Bonacorsi as this devoted law enforcement professional is honored for outstanding bravery. May Robert Bonacorsi and his family always enjoy the security he has provided for many through his vocation; and be it further

Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be transmitted to Robert Bonacorsi and his family as a token of our highest esteem.

Pending the reference of the resolution to a committee,

Rep. Gagliardi moved that Rule 77 be suspended and the resolution be considered at this time.

The motion prevailed, 3/5 of the members present voting therefor.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

House Resolution No. 193.

A resolution honoring Father Michael Kazer.

Whereas, It is a pleasure and a privilege to honor Father Michael Kazer of St. Anne Catholic Church in Warren, Michigan for his assistance to the Warren Police Department in helping to save a young man's life. Throughout his efforts as a police chaplain with the Warren Police Department, Father Kazer has been both a spiritual leader and friend to the officers and the community in which they serve; and

Whereas, As a police chaplain, Father Kazer is on call 24 hours a day. One of the duties of a police chaplain is to assist in crisis situations. On the morning of Tuesday, December 9, a 35 year-old man was straddling a freeway overpass, threatening to jump. The man was distressed over family problems and felt that suicide was his only option; and

Whereas, Patrol officers called in Officer Robert Bonacorsi, a trained negotiator, and Father Kazer. Joined by off-duty Center Line Public Safety Officer Kurt Northrup, the team of negotiators calmly talked to the man to try to convince him not to commit suicide. After more than three hours of tense negotiations, Father Kazer and the officers were able to establish the man's trust and he was returned to safety; and

Whereas, Armed only with his faith, Father Kazer is a great asset to the Warren Police Department and to the community. His love for the Lord and concern about his city have made him a most effective mediator in both crisis situations and everyday concerns. Father Kazer always has a sympathetic ear to listen to officers' concerns about their job or anything else; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That this resolution be transmitted to honor Father Michael Kazer for his outstanding assistance to the Warren Police Department in helping to safely resolve a life-threatening situation. We are indeed grateful for his many contributions to the people of this state and most pleased that, of all the places in the world, he chose Michigan for his heavenly mission; and be it further

Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be transmitted to Father Michael Kazer as a token of our esteem.

Pending the reference of the resolution to a committee,

Rep. Gagliardi moved that Rule 77 be suspended and the resolution be considered at this time.

The motion prevailed, 3/5 of the members present voting therefor.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

Reps. Wojno, Baade, Hanley, Hale, Kelly, DeHart, Schermesser, Varga, Richner, Dobronski, Voorhees, London, Green, Bankes, Freeman, Parks, Profit, Brater, Oxender, Gire, Kilpatrick, LaForge, Galloway, Goschka, Bodem, Murphy, Vaughn, Baird, Cherry, Scott, Olshove and Ciaramitaro offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 194.

A resolution honoring Officer Kurt Northrup.

Whereas, In grateful recognition of his exceptional act of bravery in protecting and defending the people of Center Line, Kurt Northrup has been selected to receive this resolution from the State of Michigan. On behalf of everyone who has benefited directly from the work of this outstanding law enforcement officer and the countless others who reap the rewards of his sacrifices, we offer our congratulations and thanks on this well-deserved acknowledgment of excellence; and

Whereas, Center Line Public Safety Officer Kurt Northrup has developed a good rapport with the citizens of our community. Recently, his ability to handle tough, life-threatening situations proved instrumental in helping a suicidal young man to safety. The 35 year-old Center Line man was distressed over his personal life and wanted to end his life by leaping off a freeway overpass; and

Whereas, The combined efforts of the Center Line Department of Public Safety, The Warren Police Department, and the Michigan State Police helped to close part of the freeway. Officer Northrup was off duty and arrived to help assist with the negotiations. Since Officer Northrup knew the man from previous contacts, he was a trusting face which helped to convince the man not to commit suicide; and

Whereas, This resolution demonstrates appreciation for all that Kurt Northrup has endured and contributed over the course of his career. It also signifies a level of professionalism best appreciated by Kurt Northrup's fellow officers, who also draw strength from the high standards he has set and shares with the entire Center Line Police Department; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That this resolution is dedicated to salute Kurt Northrup in appreciation for this outstanding act of bravery. We are proud to have such a devoted law enforcement professional working in our community. May Kurt Northrup and his family always enjoy the security he has provided for many through his vocation; and be it further

Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be transmitted to Kurt Northrup and his family as a token of our highest esteem.

Pending the reference of the resolution to a committee,

Rep. Gagliardi moved that Rule 77 be suspended and the resolution be considered at this time.

The motion prevailed, 3/5 of the members present voting therefor.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

Reps. Gustafson, Perricone, Gilmer, Hanley, Hale, Kelly, DeHart, Schermesser, Varga, Richner, Brackenridge, Crissman, Martinez, Dobronski, Voorhees, London, Horton, McBryde, Green, Fitzgerald, McNutt, Bankes, Cassis, Freeman, Parks, Profit, Brater, Oxender, Hammerstrom, Llewellyn, Gire, Dalman, Birkholz, Kilpatrick, Galloway, Goschka, Bodem, Vaughn, Baird, Cherry, Scott and Ciaramitaro offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 195.

A resolution honoring Virginia White upon her retirement.

Whereas, It is a great pleasure for the members of the Michigan House of Representatives to join in congratulating Virginia White upon her retirement after 25 years of service as the Meridian Township Clerk; and

Whereas, Virginia obviously cares about the people she serves and has worked diligently to help them. Her ability, commitment and integrity have been reflected in all of her endeavors throughout her 25 years as a Meridian Township elected official. She has made many sacrifices on behalf of the community, willingly and unselfishly. She has attended years of meetings, spent much time listening to the concerns of constituents and worked cooperatively with other government officials; and

Whereas, Virginia is dedicated to helping others to do their best. She wrote a manual entitled, "How to Write Your Own Election Procedures Book", which is used by many of her colleagues to help them better serve their constituents. She has also served her colleagues by helping to found the Michigan Clerks' Association, which named her "Clerk of the Year" in 1989. Virginia served as President of the Michigan Clerks' Association in 1993; and

Whereas, Her career has garnered her much recognition, Virginia has also derived a great fulfillment from her community leadership. Virginia was involved with Cub Scouts and served as a member of the PTA. She has been a very active member of the First Christian Church and has taught Sunday School and been involved in Church Women United. Virginia has been an active member of the Ingham County Republican Party and has served as a delegate to the Republican State Convention. She is currently serving the Ingham County Republican Party as the Chairwoman of the 8th Congressional District; and

Whereas, Virginia White has served as a role model to young women by proving at a young age that a woman can be a devoted wife and mother while serving her community as an elected official. Her patriotism and dedication to serving her community can also be seen as a model for all who read this document; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we congratulate Virginia White upon her retirement from 25 years of service as the Meridian Township Clerk; and be it further

Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be transmitted to Virginia White as evidence of our heartfelt congratulations.

Pending the reference of the resolution to a committee,

Rep. Gagliardi moved that Rule 77 be suspended and the resolution be considered at this time.

The motion prevailed, 3/5 of the members present voting therefor.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

Reps. Varga, Gilmer, Hanley, Hale, Kelly, Schermesser, Richner, Dobronski, Voorhees, McBryde, McNutt, Freeman, Parks, Hood, Profit, Brater, Gire, Kilpatrick, LaForge, Goschka, Murphy, Vaughn, Baird, Cherry, Raczkowski and Scott offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 196.

A resolution expressing the gratitude of Michigan residents to Service Corporation International (SCI) for sponsoring "SCI Escape School".

Whereas, Service Corporation International (SCI), the world's largest provider of funeral and burial services, began as a single funeral home more than 35 years ago in a rural community with heartfelt commitment to families; and

Whereas, SCI maintains that same commitment to the families of every community it serves; and

Whereas, SCI believes the children of those communities truly represent our best hopes for the future and recognizes the numerous dangers presented to our children such as drugs, disease, and abuse; and

Whereas, SCI has partnered with Bob Stuber, one of the nation's foremost experts on child abduction prevention, evasion and escape, to nationally sponsor Escape School; and

Whereas, During the week of January 19, 1998, thousands of Michiganians will attend and learn critical child safety methods from Escape School in Bay City, Essexville, Flint, Port Huron, Lansing, Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, Jackson, Ann Arbor, White Lake Township, and Highland; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the Michigan House of Representatives, on behalf of every state resident, express our gratitude to Service Corporation International and its affiliated, locally managed funeral homes, for demonstrating their sincere and honorable commitment to Michigan families through high standards of service and sponsorship of Escape School programs; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Service Corporation International and its 23 affiliated, locally managed funeral homes throughout the state as a token of our gratitude.

Pending the reference of the resolution to a committee,

Rep. Gagliardi moved that Rule 77 be suspended and the resolution be considered at this time.

The motion prevailed, 3/5 of the members present voting therefor.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

Reps. Palamara, Profit, Freeman, Mans, LaForge, Schroer, Brater, Parks, Murphy, Wojno, Hale, Schauer, Owen, Crissman, Brackenridge, Law, Hammerstrom, McManus, Whyman, Rhead, Basham, Horton, Gire, Goschka, Varga, Scranton, DeHart, Scott, Olshove, Green, Cassis, Raczkowski and Perricone offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 197.

A resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States to enact legislation to prohibit the cloning of human beings.

Whereas, Rapid advancement in technology and science are bringing serious challenges to conventional thinking about humankind's ability to manipulate the most basic building blocks of life. As a result, we face critical decisions on central moral questions. The application of cloning technologies holds profound implications for our society and the entire world. The 1997 news of the cloned sheep in Scotland and the recent announcement by a Chicago scientist of plans to create a cloned human being demonstrate the urgency of addressing this issue; and

Whereas, In June 1997, the National Bioethics Advisory Commission issued a series of recommendations. This group of prominent scholars, scientists, and ethicists presented a unanimous finding that it is "...morally unacceptable for anyone to attempt to create a child" with the technology of cloning used to create the cloned sheep known as Dolly. The President has called for implementation of the commission's recommendation, particularly its call for the enactment of legislation to prohibit cloning of human life; and

Whereas, In response to the disturbing implications of creating human beings through cloning, nineteen European nations signed an agreement to prohibit the genetic reproduction of human beings. The international community expressed deep concerns over the moral issues and the scientific implications of possible effects on the character of the human species; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we memorialize the Congress of the United States to enact legislation to prohibit the cloning of human beings; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the President of the United States Senate, the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, and the members of the Michigan congressional delegation.

The resolution was referred to the Committee on Health Policy.

This resolution is offered to comply with Article V, Section 2 of the Constitution of the State of Michigan.

Reps. Murphy, Cherry, Rison, Bogardus, Prusi, Hanley and Price offered the following concurrent resolution:

House Concurrent Resolution No. 79.

A concurrent resolution to disapprove Executive Order 1997-18 on executive reorganization.

Whereas, On November 17, 1997, Governor Engler, pursuant to authority outlined in Article V, Section 2 of the Constitution of the State of Michigan, issued Executive Order 1997-18. This proposal on executive reorganization seeks to provide for changes in responsibilities within the Department of Consumer and Industry Services, the Michigan Jobs Commission, and the Michigan Employment Security Agency; and

Whereas, Article V, Section 2 of the Constitution of the State of Michigan also provides:

Where these changes require the force of law, they shall be set forth in executive orders and submitted to the legislature. Thereafter the legislature shall have 60 calendar days of a regular session, or a full regular session if of shorter duration, to disapprove each executive order. Unless disapproved in both houses by a resolution concurred in by a majority of the members elected to and serving in each house, each order shall become effective at a date thereafter to be designated by the governor.

; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring), That the members of the Michigan Legislature, pursuant to Article V, Section 2 of the Constitution of the State of Michigan, disapprove Executive Order 1997-18; and be it further

Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be transmitted to the office of the Governor.

The concurrent resolution was referred to the Committee on Labor and Occupational Safety.

Reps. Palamara, Profit, Mans, LaForge, Schroer, Brater, Parks, Murphy, Wojno, Hale, Schauer, Owen, Crissman, Brackenridge, Law, Hammerstrom, McManus, Whyman, Rhead, Basham, Horton, Gire, DeHart, Goschka, Freeman, Varga, Scranton, Scott, Olshove, Green, Cassis, Raczkowski and Perricone offered the following concurrent resolution:

House Concurrent Resolution No. 80.

A concurrent resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States to enact legislation to prohibit the cloning of human beings.

Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring), That we memorialize the Congress of the United States to enact legislation to prohibit the cloning of human beings; and be it further

The concurrent resolution was referred to the Committee on Health Policy.

Messages from the Senate

Senate Bill No. 514, entitled

A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending section 2213b (MCL 500.2213b), as added by 1996 PA 517.

The Senate has appointed Senator Shugars to replace Senator Schwarz as chair of the Conference Committee.

The Speaker appointed as conferees, on the part of the House of Representatives, Reps. Gubow, Basham, and Llewellyn.

The message was referred to the Clerk for record.

Notices

Public Hearings

Committee on Tax Policy

Date: Monday, January 26, 1998

Time: 9:00 a.m.

Place: City Council Meeting Auditorium, Southfield Civic Center, 26000 Evergreen, Southfield, Michigan

Rep. Profit

Chair

Agenda: Focus on the Single Business Tax with emphasis upon its relationship to small business in Michigan

and any/or all business properly before the committee

Committee on Urban Policy and Economic Development

Date: Monday, January 26, 1998

Time: 4:00 p.m.

Place: Kalamazoo County Building, 201 W. Kalamazoo Avenue, Kalamazoo, Michigan

Rep. Hanley

Chair

Agenda: To gather input for improving living conditions in the state's major cities

and any/or all business properly before the committee

Communications from State Officers

The following communications from the Auditor General were received and read:

January 5, 1998

Enclosed is a copy of the following audit report and/or executive digest:

Performance Audit of the Carson City Correctional Institutions:

Carson City Correction Facility and

Carson City Correctional Facility and

Carson City Temporary Facility

Department of Corrections

January 1998

January 5, 1998

Enclosed is a copy of the following audit report and/or executive digest:

Performance Audit of the Air Quality Division

Department of Environmental Quality

January 1998

Sincerely,

Thomas H. McTavish, C.P.A

Auditor General

The communications were referred to the Clerk and the accompanying reports referred to the Committee on House Oversight and Ethics.

Introduction of Bills

Rep. Scranton introduced

House Bill No. 5440, entitled

A bill to amend 1991 PA 179, entitled "Michigan telecommunications act," by amending sections 102, 207, 309, and 360 (MCL 484.2102, 484.2207, 484.2309, and 484.2360), sections 102 and 207 as amended and section 360 as added by 1995 PA 216.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Public Utilities.

Reps. Hanley, Schauer, Scott, Thomas, Wojno, Hale, Martinez, Price, DeHart, Prusi, Brewer, Vaughn, Kelly, LaForge, Brater, Leland, Profit, Bogardus, Parks, Mans, Gubow, Freeman, Jellema, Godchaux, Stallworth, Basham and Rison introduced

House Bill No. 5441, entitled

A bill to amend 1975 PA 228, entitled "Single business tax act," (MCL 208.1 to 208.145) by adding section 39c.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Tax Policy.

Reps. Hanley, Schauer, Scott, Thomas, Stallworth, Wojno, Hale, Martinez, Price, DeHart, Prusi, Brewer, Vaughn, Kelly, LaForge, Brater, Leland, Profit, Bogardus, Parks, Mans, Gubow, Freeman, Jellema, Godchaux, Basham and Rison introduced

House Bill No. 5442, entitled

A bill to amend 1966 PA 346, entitled "State housing development authority act of 1966," (MCL 125.1401 to 125.1499c) by amending the title, as amended by 1984 PA 215, and by adding chapter 3a.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Urban Policy and Economic Development.

Reps. Hanley, Schauer, Scott, Thomas, Wojno, Hale, Martinez, Price, DeHart, Prusi, Brewer, Vaughn, Kelly, LaForge, Brater, Profit, Bogardus, Parks, Mans, Freeman, Gubow, Jellema, Godchaux, Stallworth, Basham, Leland and Rison introduced

House Bill No. 5443, entitled

A bill to establish the Michigan affordable housing fund in the department of treasury; to provide for the administration of the fund; to provide for the deposit of certain money in that fund; to provide for the distribution of the money in that fund and to limit the use of the money in that fund; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state officials.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Urban Policy and Economic Development.

Reps. Kaza, Voorhees and Kukuk introduced

House Bill No. 5444, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1164.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Education.

Reps. Hale, Wallace, Schermesser, Wojno, Bogardus, Vaughn, Hanley, DeHart, Callahan, Leland, Hood, Goschka, Price, Prusi, Scott, Murphy, Basham, Willard, Tesanovich, Scranton, Baade, Mans, Rison, Emerson, Griffin, Dobronski, Olshove, Cherry, Kelly, Thomas, Varga and Parks introduced

House Bill No. 5445, entitled

A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending sections 356a, 412, 413, 415, 416, and 535a (MCL 750.356a, 750.412, 750.413, 750.415, 750.416, and 750.535a), section 535a as amended by 1988 PA140, and by adding sections 535c and 535d.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.

Reps. Hale, Wallace, Schermesser, Hood, Bogardus, Goschka, Wojno, Price, Prusi, Rison, Scott, Murphy, Vaughn, Basham, Willard, Tesanovich, DeHart, Baade, Emerson, Griffin, Dobronski, Olshove, Curtis, Cherry, Kelly, Varga and Parks introduced

House Bill No. 5446, entitled

A bill to amend 1936 (Ex Sess) PA 1, entitled "Michigan employment security act," by amending section 29 (MCL 421.29), as amended by 1995 PA 25.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Labor and Occupational Safety.

Reps. Hale, Wallace, Schermesser, Wojno, Hanley, Vaughn, DeHart, Callahan, Leland, Hood, Goschka, Price, Prusi, Rison, Murphy, Basham, Willard, Tesanovich, Scranton, Baade, Emerson, Mans, Griffin, Dobronski, Olshove, Cherry, Kelly and Varga introduced

House Bill No. 5447, entitled

A bill to amend 1974 PA 300, entitled "Motor vehicle service and repair act," by amending section 22 (MCL 257.1322), as amended by 1988 PA 254.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Transportation.

Reps. Hale, Wallace, Schermesser, Wojno, Bogardus, Hanley, Vaughn, DeHart, Callahan, Leland, Hood, Goschka, Price, Prusi, Rison, Scott, Murphy, Basham, Willard, Tesanovich, Scranton, Baade, Mans, Emerson, Griffin, Dobronski, Olshove, Cherry, Kelly, Thomas, Varga and Parks introduced

House Bill No. 5448, entitled

A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 535a (MCL 750.535a), as amended by 1988 PA 140.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.

Reps. Law, Palamara and Varga introduced

House Bill No. 5449, entitled

A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," (MCL 500.100 to 500.8302) by adding section 3406j.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Insurance.

Reps. Law, Palamara and Varga introduced

House Bill No. 5450, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 21053d.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Insurance.

Reps. Law, Palamara and Varga introduced

House Bill No. 5451, entitled

A bill to amend 1980 PA 350, entitled "The nonprofit health care corporation reform act," (MCL 550.1101 to 550.1704) by adding section 415a.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Insurance.

Reps. Olshove, Martinez, Baird, Hale, Harder, Brewer, Curtis, Schauer, Goschka and Baade introduced

House Bill No. 5452, entitled

A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled "The social welfare act," (MCL 400.1 to 400.119b) by adding section 110a.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Human Services and Children.

Reps. Olshove, Martinez, Baird, Hale, Callahan, Harder, Brewer, Curtis, Schauer, Goschka and Baade introduced

House Bill No. 5453, entitled

A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled "The social welfare act," by amending section 107 (MCL 400.107) and by adding sections 107a and 107b.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Human Services and Children.

Reps. Olshove, Martinez, Baird, Hale, Harder, Schauer and Baade introduced

House Bill No. 5454, entitled

A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled "The social welfare act," by amending section 107 (MCL 400.107).

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Human Services and Children.

Reps. Freeman, Profit, Brater, Gire, Vaughn, Scott, Hale, Griffin, Tesanovich, Cherry, Wetters, Jaye, Kaza, Richner, Anthony and Raczkowski introduced

House Bill No. 5455, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 5901, 5902, 5903, 5904, 5905, 5906, 5907, and 5908 (MCL 324.5901, 324.5902, 324.5903, 324.5904, 324.5905, 324.5906, 324.5907, and 324.5908), as added by 1995 PA 60.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Conservation, Environment and Recreation.

Reps. Freeman, Profit, Brater, Gire, Vaughn, Scott, Hale, Griffin, Tesanovich, Cherry, Anthony, Jaye, Kaza, Richner, Wetters and Raczkowski introduced

House Bill No. 5456, entitled

A bill to amend 1975 PA 228, entitled "Single business tax act," (MCL 208.1 to 208.145) by adding section 39c.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Tax Policy.

Reps. Freeman, Profit, Brater, Gire, Vaughn, Scott, Hale, Griffin, Tesanovich, Cherry, Anthony, Jaye, Kaza, Richner, Wetters and Raczkowski introduced

House Bill No. 5457, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 3701, 3702, 3703, 3704, 3705, 3706, 3707, and 3708 (MCL 324.3701, 324.3702, 324.3703, 324.3704, 324.3705, 324.3706, 324.3707, and 324.3708), as added by 1995 PA 60.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Conservation, Environment and Recreation.

Rep. Brewer introduced

House Bill No. 5458, entitled

A bill to amend 1943 PA 240, entitled "State employees' retirement act," by amending sections 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 27, 33, and 34 (MCL 38.21, 38.22, 38.23, 38.24, 38.25, 38.27, 38.33, and 38.34), section 22 as amended by 1987 PA57, sections 23 and 27 as amended by 1987 PA 241, and section 25 as amended by 1986 PA 1, and by adding section35.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Public Retirement.

Rep. Hammerstrom introduced

House Bill No. 5459, entitled

A bill to grant certain rights to an individual with regard to his or her genetic composition; to provide certain protections for those rights; and to create a civil cause of action.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Health Policy.

Rep. Hammerstrom introduced

House Bill No. 5460, entitled

A bill to amend 1980 PA 350, entitled "The nonprofit health care corporation reform act," (MCL 550.1101 to 550.1704) by adding section 418.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Insurance.

Rep. Hammerstrom introduced

House Bill No. 5461, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 21052a.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Insurance.

Rep. Hammerstrom introduced

House Bill No. 5462, entitled

A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," (MCL 500.100 to 500.8302) by adding sections 2027a and 3406j.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Insurance.

Rep. Scranton introduced

House Bill No. 5463, entitled

A bill to amend 1933 (Ex Sess) PA 8, entitled "The Michigan liquor control act," by amending section 33b (MCL 436.33b), as amended by 1996 PA 492.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.

Rep. Scranton introduced

House Bill No. 5464, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 319 (MCL 257.319), as amended by 1996 PA 587.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.

Rep. Wetters introduced

House Bill No. 5465, entitled

A bill to amend 1947 PA 359, entitled "The charter township act," by amending section 31 (MCL 42.31).

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Tax Policy.

Rep. Dobb introduced

House Bill No. 5466, entitled

A bill to amend 1905 PA 157, entitled "An act to provide for the acquisition, maintenance, management, and control of township parks, resorts, bathing beaches, and places of recreation; to provide for the creation of a township park commission; to provide for a board of commissioners to provide for the issuance of bonds and the levy of taxes; to provide for the transfer of certain real property for parks; to authorize cities and villages to appropriate money for park purposes; to provide for the acquisition, construction, and use of wharves, piers, docks, and landing places in townships; and to provide the powers and duties of certain local units of government and certain officials," by amending section 6 (MCL 41.426), as added by 1989 PA 79.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Local Government.

Rep. Scranton introduced

House Bill No. 5467, entitled

A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," by amending section 30 (MCL 206.30), as amended by 1997 PA 86; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Tax Policy.

Reps. Hale, Kelly, Wallace, Hanley, Bogardus, Thomas, Schermesser, Willard, Curtis, Harder, Griffin, Scott, Vaughn, DeHart, Varga and Price introduced

House Bill No. 5468, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 249, 254, and 303 (MCL 257.249, 257.254, and 257.303[1]), section 249 as amended by 1993 PA 300, section 254 as amended by 1990 PA 98, and section 303 as amended by 1996 PA 587, and by adding section 254a.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Transportation.

Rep. Middaugh introduced

House Bill No. 5469, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 80152 (MCL 324.80152), as added by 1995 PA 58.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Conservation, Environment and Recreation.

Reps. Owen, Brackenridge and Bobier introduced

House Bill No. 5470, entitled

A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The general property tax act," by amending sections 2a and 34c (MCL 211.2a and 211.34c), section 2a as amended by 1982 PA 539 and section 34c as amended by 1994 PA 476; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Tax Policy.

Reps. Owen, Freeman, Gubow, Mathieu, Price, Gire, Willard, London, Gagliardi, Baade, McNutt, Cropsey, Geiger, Schermesser, Schroer, LaForge and Emerson introduced

House Bill No. 5471, entitled

A bill to amend 1982 PA 302, entitled "An act to create the Michigan justice training commission and the Michigan justice training fund; to provide the powers and duties of certain state agencies; to provide for the distribution and expenditure of funds; and to provide for the promulgation of rules," by amending section 2 (MCL 18.422), as amended by 1989 PA 158.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.

Reps. Baird, Brater, Hanley, Gubow, Martinez, Ciaramitaro and Dobronski introduced

House Bill No. 5472, entitled

A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled "Mental health code," by amending section 706a (MCL 330.1706a), as added by 1995 PA 290.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Mental Health.

Reps. Prusi, Gagliardi, Anthony, Lowe, Bobier and Bodem introduced

House Bill No. 5473, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 82126 (MCL 324.82126), as amended by 1996 PA 500.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Conservation, Environment and Recreation.

Reps. Wallace, Vaughn, Hanley, Hale, Dobronski, LaForge, Freeman, Emerson, Gubow, Martinez, Leland, Thomas, Kilpatrick, Parks, Murphy and Hood introduced

House Bill No. 5474, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending the title and sections 16221 and 16226 (MCL 333.16221 and 333.16226), the title as amended by 1994 PA 170 and sections 16221 and 16226 as amended by 1996 PA 273, and by adding part 56b; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.

Reps. Mans, Palamara, Profit, LaForge, Schroer, Brater, Parks, Murphy, Wojno, Hale, Schauer, Owen, Crissman, Brackenridge, Law, Hammerstrom, McManus, Whyman, Rhead, McNutt, Basham, Horton, Gire, Goschka, Olshove, Freeman, Varga, Scranton, DeHart, Scott, Green, Raczkowski and Perricone introduced

House Bill No. 5475, entitled

A bill to prohibit the expenditure of state funds to conduct or to support research on the cloning of human beings.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Health Policy.

Reps. Cherry, Kelly and Gire introduced

House Bill No. 5476, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending sections 1531 and 1532 (MCL 380.1531 and 380.1532), as amended by 1995 PA 289.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Education.

Reps. Dobronski, Wallace, Hale, Schermesser, Richner, DeHart, McBryde, Scott, Baird, Hanley, Goschka, Harder and Raczkowski introduced

House Bill No. 5477, entitled

A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 215 (MCL 750.215), as amended by 1991 PA 145.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.

Reps. Dalman, McBryde, Birkholz, Jellema, Voorhees, Hammerstrom, Oxender, Gilmer, Fitzgerald, Goschka, Rhead, Gernaat, McNutt and Llewellyn introduced

House Bill No. 5478, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding sections 1307 and 1308.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Education.

Reps. Rhead, McBryde, Birkholz, Voorhees, Hammerstrom, Gilmer, Johnson, Dalman, Oxender, Gernaat, Fitzgerald, Goschka, McNutt and Llewellyn introduced

House Bill No. 5479, entitled

A bill to require institutions of higher education to prepare and distribute certain reports to certain persons and state agencies; and to provide certain powers and duties of certain state agencies and officials.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Colleges and Universities.

Rep. Profit introduced

House Bill No. 5480, entitled

A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The general property tax act," by amending section 7cc (MCL 211.7cc), as amended by 1996 PA 476.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Tax Policy.

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Rep. McNutt moved that the House adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 3:20 p.m.

The Associate Speaker Pro Tempore declared the House adjourned until Tuesday, January 20, at 2:00 p.m.

MARY KAY SCULLION

Clerk of the House of Representatives.