No. 67

STATE OF MICHIGAN

JOURNAL

OF THE

House of Representatives

91st Legislature

REGULAR SESSION OF 2001

House Chamber, Lansing, Tuesday, October 9, 2001.

 

2:00 p.m.

 

The House was called to order by Associate Speaker Pro Tempore Julian.

 

The roll was called by the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who announced that a quorum was present.

 

 

Adamini--present

Allen--present

Anderson--present

Basham--present

Bernero--present

Birkholz--present

Bisbee--present

Bishop--present

Bogardus--present

Bovin--present

Bradstreet--present

Brown, Bob--present

Brown, Cameron--present

Brown, Rich--present

Callahan--present

Cassis--present

Caul--present

Clark--present

Clarke--excused

Daniels--present

Dennis--present

DeRossett--present

DeVuyst--present

DeWeese--present

Drolet--present

Ehardt--present

Faunce--present

Frank--present

Garza--present

George--present

Gieleghem--present

Gilbert--present

Godchaux--present

Gosselin--present

Hager--present

Hale--present

Hansen--present

Hardman--present

Hart--excused

Howell--present

Hummel--present

Jacobs--present

Jamnick--present

Jansen--present

Jelinek--present

Johnson, Rick--present

Johnson, Ruth--present

Julian--present

Kilpatrick--present

Koetje--present

Kolb--present

Kooiman--present

Kowall--present

Kuipers--present

LaSata--present

Lemmons--present

Lipsey--present

Lockwood--present

Mans--present

McConico--present

Mead--present

Meyer--present

Middaugh--present

Minore--present

Mortimer--present

Murphy--present

Neumann--present

Newell--present

O'Neil--present

Pappageorge--present

Patterson--present

Pestka--present

Phillips--present

Plakas--present

Pumford--present

Quarles--present

Raczkowski--present

Reeves--excused

Richardville--present

Richner--present

Rison--present

Rivet--present

Rocca--present

Sanborn--present

Schauer--present

Schermesser--excused

Scranton--present

Shackleton--present

Sheltrown--present

Shulman--present

Spade--present

Stallworth--present

Stamas--present

Stewart--present

Switalski--present

Tabor--present

Thomas--present

Toy--present

Vander Roest--present

Vander Veen--present

Van Woerkom--present

Vear--present

Voorhees--present

Waters--present

Whitmer--present

Williams--present

Wojno--present

Woodward--present

Woronchak--present

Zelenko--present

 

 

e/d/s = entered during session

Rep. Wayne Kuipers, from the 90th District, offered the following invocation:

 

"Father in heaven, we are grateful for this day that You have given us. We are grateful for life, breath, strength and good health. We are grateful for the beauty of an autumn day. We are grateful for the opportunity You give us today to serve the people of this state. We ask that the power of Your spirit would descend on this place and fill us with wisdom so that the decisions we make and the choices we make will be pleasing to You. Bless each one of us, we pray. Guide and direct our thoughts, activities, and paths. We ask this in Jesus' name. Amen."

 

 

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Rep. Jacobs moved that Reps. Reeves, Clarke and Schermesser be excused from today's session.

The motion prevailed.

 

Rep. Vander Roest moved that Rep. Hart be excused from today's session.

The motion prevailed.

 

 

Reports of Standing Committees

 

 

The Speaker laid before the House

House Resolution No. 158.

A resolution calling for increased energy conservation and urging the Michigan Public Service Commission to include relevant information in its education materials on gas and electric choice.

(For text of resolution, see House Journal No. 54, p. 954.)

(The resolution was reported by the Committee on Energy and Technology on October 3, consideration of which, under the rules, was postponed until October 4.)

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

 

Rep. Rivet moved to amend the resolution as follows:

1. Amend the second Whereas clause, line 1, after "Whereas," by striking out the balance of the line through "concern." on line 3 and inserting "At the present time, widely fluctuating energy prices are becoming a concern for the citizens of Michigan. In addition,".

2. Amend the fourth Whereas clause, line 3, after "gas" by inserting "and electric".

The motion prevailed and the amendments were adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted.

 

 

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The Speaker Pro Tempore assumed the Chair.

 

 

The Speaker laid before the House

House Resolution No. 23.

A resolution to express legislative intent that the Department of Natural Resources should strive to acquire land in the Keweenaw Peninsula.

(For text of resolution, see House Journal No. 7, p. 94.)

(The resolution was reported by the Committee on Conservation and Outdoor Recreation on October 4, with substitute (H-2), consideration of which, under the rules, was postponed until today.)

(For substitute, see House Journal No. 66, p. 1993.)

The question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-2) recommended by the Committee,

The substitute (H-2) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

Rep. Patterson moved to substitute (H-3) the resolution.

Substitute for House Resolution No. 23

A resolution to express legislative intent that the Department of Natural Resources should strive to acquire land in the Keweenaw Peninsula.

Whereas, Over the past few years, discussions have taken place between private landowners, private companies, and officials of the Department of Natural Resources concerning parcels of property at the tip of the Keweenaw Peninsula; and

Whereas, As the DNR studies possible land exchanges between private landowners, private companies, and the state, ascertaining the true value of the lands in question is essential. This evaluation must weigh more than economic criteria alone. Potential exchanges would impact forest, wildlife, and recreational resources for many years. A central concern is any influence that the exchange could have on the environment; and

Whereas, While we respect and encourage the sentiments of those hesitant to relinquish state-managed lands, many of which are rich in timber, other parcels of land in the Keweenaw Peninsula offer unique qualities the state should protect. Currently, the state does not manage these parcels that are among the most dramatic and beautiful areas in our state. The parcels include miles of beautiful Lake Superior shoreline, waterfalls, wildlife, and vistas unsurpassed as attractions for recreation. It would be a shame to lose these gifts for future generations of our citizens. Clearly, any exchanges should be made with a commitment to fairness and an eye to protection of unique resources; and

Whereas, After considerable discussion, including proposals for a trade of certain lands, the state recently approved purchase of a specific parcel of land at the tip of the Keweenaw Peninsula. With the passage of Enrolled Senate Bill No. 291, the state will purchase nearly 6,000 acres at the eastern end of the peninsula. This purchase is an excellent example of policies the state should pursue. This land includes 3 beautiful lakes, 5 miles along the Montreal River, and 6 miles of Lake Superior shoreline. Gaining this unique property for future generations--without giving up other valuable acreage--will greatly benefit our state far into the future; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we express legislative intent that the Department of Natural Resources should continually strive to acquire and preserve land in the Keweenaw Peninsula. We urge that the DNR weigh carefully the impact on the state's timber reserves; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the Natural Resources Commission and the Department of Natural Resources.

The motion prevailed and the substitute (H-3) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted.

 

 

The Speaker laid before the House

House Concurrent Resolution No. 4.

A concurrent resolution to express legislative intent that the Department of Natural Resources should strive to acquire land in the Keweenaw Peninsula.

(For text of resolution, see House Journal No. 7, p. 97.)

(The concurrent resolution was reported by the Committee on Conservation and Outdoor Recreation on October 4, with substitute (H-2), consideration of which, under the rules, was postponed until today.)

(For substitute, see House Journal No. 66, p. 1994.)

The question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-2) recommended by the Committee,

The substitute (H-2) was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.

The question being on the adoption of the concurrent resolution,

 

Rep. Patterson moved to substitute (H-3) the concurrent resolution.

Substitute for House Concurrent Resolution No. 4

A concurrent resolution to express legislative intent that the Department of Natural Resources should strive to acquire land in the Keweenaw Peninsula.

Whereas, Over the past few years, discussions have taken place between private landowners, private companies, and officials of the Department of Natural Resources concerning parcels of property at the tip of the Keweenaw Peninsula; and

Whereas, As the DNR studies possible land exchanges between private landowners, private companies, and the state, ascertaining the true value of the lands in question is essential. This evaluation must weigh more than economic criteria alone. Potential exchanges would impact forest, wildlife, and recreational resources for many years. A central concern is any influence that the exchange could have on the environment; and

Whereas, While we respect and encourage the sentiments of those hesitant to relinquish state-managed lands, many of which are rich in timber, other parcels of land in the Keweenaw Peninsula offer unique qualities the state should protect. Currently, the state does not manage these parcels that are among the most dramatic and beautiful areas in our state. The parcels include miles of beautiful Lake Superior shoreline, waterfalls, wildlife, and vistas unsurpassed as attractions for recreation. It would be a shame to lose these gifts for future generations of our citizens. Clearly, any exchanges should be made with a commitment to fairness and an eye to protection of unique resources; and

Whereas, After considerable discussion, including proposals for a trade of certain lands, the state recently approved purchase of a specific parcel of land at the tip of the Keweenaw Peninsula. With the passage of Enrolled Senate Bill No. 291, the state will purchase nearly 6,000 acres at the eastern end of the peninsula. This purchase is an excellent example of policies the state should pursue. This land includes 3 beautiful lakes, 5 miles along the Montreal River, and 6 miles of Lake Superior shoreline. Gaining this unique property for future generations--without giving up other valuable acreage--will greatly benefit our state far into the future; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring), That we express legislative intent that the Department of Natural Resources should continually strive to acquire and preserve land in the Keweenaw Peninsula. We urge that the DNR weigh carefully the impact on the state's timber reserves; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the Natural Resources Commission and the Department of Natural Resources.

The motion prevailed and the substitute (H-3) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

The question being on the adoption of the concurrent resolution,

The concurrent resolution was adopted.

 

 

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Rep. Vander Roest moved that Rep. Vear be excused temporarily from today's session.

The motion prevailed.

 

 

Third Reading of Bills

 

 

Senate Bill No. 402, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 223, entitled "An act to create an agency concerned with crime victim services; to prescribe its powers and duties; to provide compensation to certain victims of crimes; to provide for the promulgation of rules; and to provide for penalties," by amending section 16 (MCL 18.366), as amended by 1996 PA 519.

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

 

 

Roll Call No. 481 Yeas--104

 

 
AdaminiFrankLaSataRocca
AllenGarzaLemmonsSanborn
AndersonGeorgeLipseySchauer
BashamGieleghemLockwoodScranton
BerneroGilbertMansShackleton
BirkholzGodchauxMcConicoSheltrown
BisbeeGosselinMeadShulman
BishopHagerMeyerSpade
BogardusHaleMiddaughStallworth
BovinHansenMinoreStamas
BradstreetHardmanMortimerStewart
Brown, B.HowellMurphySwitalski
Brown, C.HummelNeumannTabor
Brown, R.JacobsNewellThomas
CallahanJamnickO'NeilToy
CassisJansenPappageorgeVan Woerkom
CaulJelinekPattersonVander Roest
Clark, I.Johnson, RickPestkaVander Veen
DanielsJohnson, RuthPhillipsVoorhees
DennisJulianPlakasWaters
DeRossettKilpatrickPumfordWhitmer
DeVuystKoetjeQuarlesWilliams
DeWeeseKolbRaczkowskiWojno
DroletKooimanRichardvilleWoodward
EhardtKowallRichnerWoronchak
FaunceKuipersRivetZelenko

 

 

Nays--0

 

 

In The Chair: Birkholz

 

 

The House agreed to the title of the bill.

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

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

 

 

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Rep. Vander Roest moved that Rep. Ehardt be excused temporarily from today's session.

The motion prevailed.

 

 

Senate Bill No. 403, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 11 of chapter XVII (MCL 777.11), as amended by 2000 PA 492.

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

 

 

Roll Call No. 482 Yeas--105

 

 
AdaminiGeorgeLipseySanborn
AllenGieleghemLockwoodSchauer
AndersonGilbertMansScranton
BashamGodchauxMcConicoShackleton
BerneroGosselinMeadSheltrown
BirkholzHagerMeyerShulman
BisbeeHaleMiddaughSpade
BishopHansenMinoreStallworth
BogardusHardmanMortimerStamas
BovinHowellMurphyStewart
BradstreetHummelNeumannSwitalski
Brown, B.JacobsNewellTabor
Brown, C.JamnickO'NeilThomas
Brown, R.JansenPappageorgeToy
CallahanJelinekPattersonVan Woerkom
CassisJohnson, RickPestkaVander Roest
CaulJohnson, RuthPhillipsVander Veen
Clark, I.JulianPlakasVear
DanielsKilpatrickPumfordVoorhees
DennisKoetjeQuarlesWaters
DeRossettKolbRaczkowskiWhitmer
DeVuystKooimanRichardvilleWilliams
DeWeeseKowallRichnerWojno
DroletKuipersRisonWoodward
FaunceLaSataRivetWoronchak
FrankLemmonsRoccaZelenko

Garza

 

 

Nays--0

 

 

In The Chair: Birkholz

 

 

Pursuant to Joint Rule 20, the full title of the act shall be inserted to read as follows:

"An act to revise, consolidate, and codify the laws relating to criminal procedure and to define the jurisdiction, powers, and duties of courts, judges, and other officers of the court under the provisions of this act; to provide laws relative to the rights of persons accused of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for the arrest of persons charged with or suspected of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for bail of persons arrested for or accused of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for the examination of persons accused of criminal offenses; to regulate the procedure relative to grand juries, indictments, informations, and proceedings before trial; to provide for trials of persons complained of or indicted for criminal offenses and ordinance violations and to provide for the procedure in those trials; to provide for judgments and sentences of persons convicted of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to establish a sentencing commission and to prescribe its powers and duties; to provide for procedure relating to new trials and appeals in criminal and ordinance violation cases; to provide a uniform system of probation throughout this state and the appointment of probation officers; to prescribe the powers, duties, and compensation of probation officers; to provide penalties for the violation of the duties of probation officers; to provide for procedure governing proceedings to prevent crime and proceedings for the discovery of crime; to provide for fees of officers, witnesses, and others in criminal and ordinance violation cases; to set forth miscellaneous provisions as to criminal procedure in certain cases; to provide penalties for the violation of certain provisions of this act; and to repeal all acts and parts of acts inconsistent with or contravening any of the provisions of this act,".

The House agreed to the full title.

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

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

 

 

Senate Bill No. 407, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 15 of chapter XVII (MCL 777.15), as amended by 2000 PA 279.

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

 

 

Roll Call No. 483 Yeas--105

 

 
AdaminiGarzaLemmonsSanborn
AllenGeorgeLipseySchauer
AndersonGieleghemLockwoodScranton
BashamGilbertMansShackleton
BerneroGodchauxMcConicoSheltrown
BirkholzGosselinMeadShulman
BisbeeHagerMeyerSpade
BishopHaleMiddaughStallworth
BogardusHansenMinoreStamas
BovinHardmanMortimerStewart
BradstreetHowellMurphySwitalski
Brown, B.HummelNeumannTabor
Brown, C.JacobsNewellThomas
Brown, R.JamnickO'NeilToy
CallahanJansenPappageorgeVan Woerkom
CassisJelinekPattersonVander Roest
CaulJohnson, RickPestkaVander Veen
Clark, I.Johnson, RuthPhillipsVear
DanielsJulianPlakasVoorhees
DennisKilpatrickPumfordWaters
DeRossettKoetjeQuarlesWhitmer
DeVuystKolbRaczkowskiWilliams
DeWeeseKooimanRichardvilleWojno
DroletKowallRichnerWoodward
EhardtKuipersRivetWoronchak
FaunceLaSataRoccaZelenko

Frank

 

 

Nays--0

 

 

In The Chair: Birkholz

 

 

The question being on agreeing to the title of the bill,

Rep. Patterson moved to amend the title to read as follows:

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "An act to revise, consolidate, and codify the laws relating to criminal procedure and to define the jurisdiction, powers, and duties of courts, judges, and other officers of the court under the provisions of this act; to provide laws relative to the rights of persons accused of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for the arrest of persons charged with or suspected of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for bail of persons arrested for or accused of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for the examination of persons accused of criminal offenses; to regulate the procedure relative to grand juries, indictments, informations, and proceedings before trial; to provide for trials of persons complained of or indicted for criminal offenses and ordinance violations and to provide for the procedure in those trials; to provide for judgments and sentences of persons convicted of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to establish a sentencing commission and to prescribe its powers and duties; to provide for procedure relating to new trials and appeals in criminal and ordinance violation cases; to provide a uniform system of probation throughout this state and the appointment of probation officers; to prescribe the powers, duties, and compensation of probation officers; to provide penalties for the violation of the duties of probation officers; to provide for procedure governing proceedings to prevent crime and proceedings for the discovery of crime; to provide for fees of officers, witnesses, and others in criminal and ordinance violation cases; to set forth miscellaneous provisions as to criminal procedure in certain cases; to provide penalties for the violation of certain provisions of this act; and to repeal all acts and parts of acts inconsistent with or contravening any of the provisions of this act," by amending section 15 of chapter XVII (MCL 777.15), as amended by 2001 PA 10.

The motion prevailed.

The House agreed to the title as amended.

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

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

 

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of

Messages from the Senate

 

 

Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 30.

A concurrent resolution to create a commission to review all aspects of public school academies in Michigan.

Whereas, Since the enactment of enabling legislation in 1993, public school academies (PSAs) have exerted a major impact on the landscape of public education throughout Michigan. These public schools, which are located throughout the state and serve a wide range of communities, provide K-12 education in settings large and small and with supervision from numerous sources from both within Michigan and elsewhere; and

Whereas, Although there have been studies on the impact and effectiveness of public school academies, there is a great need for a thorough, unbiased examination at this time. With data now compiled and with the difficult challenges now facing our state, Michigan is at a turning point in how it educates its citizens. Only with completely objective and comprehensive information can policymakers make informed decisions at this critical juncture; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate (the House of Representatives concurring), That there be created a commission to conduct a complete and objective review of all aspects of public school academies in Michigan. The commission shall be comprised of 8 members and shall be chaired by Michigan State University President Peter McPherson. The remaining 7 members shall include the Superintendent of Public Instruction, one member appointed by the Senate Majority Leader, one member appointed by the Senate Minority Leader, one member appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, one member appointed by the House Minority Leader, and two appointed by the Governor. The commission shall report its findings and recommendations to the Michigan Legislature; and be it further

Resolved, That the expenses for the commission will be shared equally by the Senate and the House of Representatives; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the Governor, Michigan State University President McPherson, and the Superintendent of Public Instruction.

The Senate has adopted the concurrent resolution.

Pending the reference of the concurrent resolution to a committee,

Rep. Patterson moved that Rule 77 be suspended and the concurrent 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 concurrent resolution,

The concurrent resolution was adopted.

 

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of

Motions and Resolutions

 

 

Rep. Vear moved to discharge the Committee on Tax Policy from further consideration of Senate Bill No. 433 and motion postponed temporarily on July 12, see House Journal No. 60, p. 1787.

(For first notice see House Journal No. 59, p. 1633.)

The question being on the motion made previously by Rep. Vear,

Rep. Vear withdrew the motion.

 

 

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Rep. Patterson moved that House Committees be given leave to meet during the balance of today's session.

The motion prevailed.

 

 

Reps. Anderson, Richardville, Adamini, Rich Brown, Gieleghem, Woodward, Quarles, Bovin, Pappageorge, Patterson, Woronchak, Allen, Hager, Gilbert, Ehardt, Mortimer and Raczkowski offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 213.

A resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States, the Department of Defense, and the Department of State to increase efforts to account fully for American military personnel missing in action in southeast Asia.

Whereas, One of the most difficult aspects of the losses and sacrifices associated with military service during war is the heartbreak caused by those who are missing in action. Families and friends of those lost in war endure years and decades of the unique pain of not knowing a loved one's fate, which makes healing or any sense of peace almost impossible to know; and

Whereas, The protracted and complex American military involvement in southeast Asia resulted in a large number of personnel reported missing in action. While considerable progress has been made in resolving many of these cases and in returning remains where possible, there are still hundreds--perhaps nearly 2,000--Americans unaccounted for in Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, and nearby countries; and

Whereas, Just as these patriots made a commitment to serve our nation, our country has a moral commitment to work to find and return home America's MIAs. Our nation cannot abandon the men and women who have served us overseas during times of conflict. Carrying out the work of accounting for each person is important not only to the families of these individuals, but also to the citizens of our country today. This work is especially significant for our young people, who must learn and never forget the high price of our liberty and the true meaning of loyalty to our ideals and to one another; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we memorialize the Congress of the United States, the Department of Defense, and the Department of State to increase efforts to account fully for American military personnel missing in action in southeast Asia; 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, the members of the Michigan congressional delegation, the Department of Defense, and the United States Department of State.

The resolution was referred to the Committee on Veterans Affairs.

Reps. Clarke, Daniels, Lemmons, Hansen, Sheltrown, Adamini, Richardville, DeVuyst, Lockwood, Wojno, Lipsey, Kilpatrick, Whitmer, Jacobs, Spade, Minore, Kolb, Gieleghem, Anderson, Bernero, Waters, Neumann, Switalski, Jamnick, Ehardt, Mans, Thomas, McConico, Zelenko, Woodward, Hardman, Clark, Hale, Schauer, Murphy and Rich Brown offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 214.

A resolution to urge the Department of Consumer and Industry Services to determine the feasibility of implementing a supplemental unemployment benefit program for displaced airlines workers.

Whereas, The terrible events of September 11, 2001, have shaken the people of our country more than any single event in decades. While the immediate impact of thousands of fatalities and the loss of our national sense of safety are beyond measure, there are other very specific and devastating effects being felt throughout our economy; and

Whereas, The aching tragedy of the losses from the terrorist attacks has been compounded for tens of thousands of American workers in the airline industry. Air traffic has, relatively speaking, come to a standstill, with massive layoffs and several major carriers struggling to avoid bankruptcy. Industry analysts speculate that the impact of the slowdown in air travel will linger for the foreseeable future; and

Whereas, In many ways, the workers who have lost their jobs because of the hijackings and crashes are also victims of the horrible attack. Their families now face difficulties that have been caused by what President Bush and other leaders have likened to acts of war. Just as the federal government is looking for ways to lessen the economic strain, Michigan should do all it can to help those now in need; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we urge the Department of Consumer and Industry Services to determine the feasibility of implementing a supplemental unemployment benefit program for displaced airlines workers. We urge the department's Unemployment Agency to examine this idea and report its findings as soon as possible; and be it further

Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be transmitted to the Department of Consumer and Industry Services and the Unemployment Agency.

The resolution was referred to the Committee on Employment Relations, Training and Safety.

 

 

Reps. McConico, Daniels, Lemmons, Hansen, Adamini, DeVuyst, Meyer, Lockwood, Wojno, Lipsey, Kilpatrick, Whitmer, Jacobs, Minore, Kolb, Gieleghem, Waters, Neumann, Switalski, Jamnick, Plakas, Thomas, Zelenko, Hardman, Clark, Dennis, Hale, Murphy and Rich Brown offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 215.

A resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States to amend certain provisions of the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families and the Food Stamp programs.

Whereas, The 1996 enactment of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act heralded many changes in our national approach to helping people in need. The former concept of welfare was, in large measure, replaced by Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF), which greatly restricted benefits and required work or training for the able bodied. The eligibility for the Food Stamp program was also tightened considerably; and

Whereas, While the new changes have included worthwhile incentives and while the number of people on assistance has been significantly reduced, the true value of the changes has yet to be made clear. For almost the entire time since the 1996 act became law, our country enjoyed a remarkable prosperity and abundant job growth. With opportunities plentiful, the full effects of the restrictions on eligibility for help were masked. Now, however, as the national economy faces much more difficult times, the toll on individuals and families is becoming a source of serious concern; and

Whereas, As our country copes with a faltering economy and plummeting consumer confidence, the impact of such policies as the 5-year limit for TANF benefits is apparent, as is the growing need for the help of food stamps. Jobs that used to be there are gone. Indeed, the most dramatic examples of this hard reality are the 50,000 jobs lost immediately with the devastation of the World Trade Center, a major source of employment for able-bodied workers. Many of those displaced are immigrant workers now facing terrible difficulties without services through the federal and state programs; and

Whereas, As the reauthorization legislation for TANF takes shape and Food Stamps are considered, this compassionate nation needs to reevaluate its commitment to the less fortunate among us and convert our values to public policy; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we memorialize the Congress of the United States to amend the provisions of the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families that restrict eligibility to 60 months and to recognize that many with jobs need supplemental benefits. We also ask that food stamp eligibility requirements be reconsidered for able-bodied adults and immigrants; 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 Family and Children Services.

Reps. Sanborn, Raczkowski, Daniels, Howell, Julian, Frank, Lemmons, Faunce, Hansen, Sheltrown, Garza, Pappageorge, Richardville, Shulman, DeVuyst, Meyer, Van Woerkom, Bradstreet, Voorhees, Vander Veen, Toy, Mead, Lockwood, Caul, Wojno, Lipsey, Kilpatrick, Whitmer, Koetje, Middaugh, Jacobs, Spade, Minore, Kolb, Gieleghem, Anderson, Bernero, Waters, Vander Roest, Woronchak, Jelinek, DeRossett, Neumann, Kooiman, Switalski, Jamnick, Ehardt, Jansen, Cassis, Mans, Zelenko, Drolet, Woodward, Hardman, Hager, Scranton, Hale, Schauer, Murphy, Rich Brown, Kowall, Bishop, Birkholz and George offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 216.

A resolution commemorating October 14-20, 2001, as International Credit Union Week and October 18, 2001, as International Credit Union Day in Michigan.

Whereas, The vitality and stability of Michigan's economy is important to ensure continued business growth, expanded employment opportunities, and improved financial security for the people of this state. Credit unions were created as cooperative, not-for-profit financial institutions committed to the economic improvement of their membership; and

Whereas, The state of Michigan is home to 474 credit unions with a membership in excess of 4.3 million members, which represents approximately 40% of the state's population. The credit union movement continues to provide its Michigan members access to affordable and reliable financial services, as well as the opportunity to be a member-owner, not "just a customer"; and

Whereas, Credit union professionals, staff, and volunteers are active and committed to the communities in which they serve. The credit union's mission of "people helping people" is, and will continue to be, the foundation of their success; and

Whereas, During the week of October 14-20, 2001, credit unions throughout the world will be celebrating 76 years of providing competent financial service in a democratic and cooperative manner to citizens of both our Great Lakes state and the world; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body commemorate October 14-20, 2001, as International Credit Union Week and October 18, 2001, as International Credit Union Day in Michigan, encourage all citizens to recognize the many contributions credit unions have made to the communities in this state, both tangible and intangible, through the years, and honor and express our appreciation for the service and commitment of Michigan's credit unions.

Pending the reference of the resolution to a committee,

Rep. Patterson 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.

 

 

Reps. Richardville, Raczkowski, Daniels, Howell, Julian, Frank, Lemmons, Faunce, Hansen, Sheltrown, Adamini, Pappageorge, Shulman, DeVuyst, Meyer, Van Woerkom, Bradstreet, Voorhees, Vander Veen, Toy, Mead, Lockwood, Caul, Wojno, Lipsey, Kilpatrick, Whitmer, Koetje, Jacobs, Spade, Minore, Kolb, Gieleghem, Anderson, Bernero, Waters, Vander Roest, Woronchak, Jelinek, Neumann, Kooiman, Switalski, Jamnick, Ehardt, Jansen, Cassis, Zelenko, Drolet, Woodward, Hardman, Hager, Scranton, Hale, Schauer, Murphy, Rich Brown, Kowall, Bishop, Birkholz and George offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 217.

A resolution commemorating October 2001 as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Awareness Month.

Whereas, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive disease of the airways leading to a gradual loss of lung function. COPD includes chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or a combination of these conditions. The symptoms of COPD range from chronic cough to an increased effort to breathe and severe disabling shortness of breath; and

Whereas, COPD is a life-threatening disease, ranking as the fourth leading cause of death at a worldwide, national, and Michigan level. Estimates indicate that more than 766,337 Michigan residents suffer from COPD, and that Michigan has the eighth largest number of incidences of COPD; and

Whereas, COPD is an under-diagnosed and under-treated disease, resulting in suboptimal or no treatment for millions of American and thousands of Michigan citizens. Proper treatment plans can provide significant relief from the debilitating symptoms of COPD; and

Whereas, A public awareness campaign is needed to bring attention to COPD and to provide an opportunity for citizens to learn more about this dreadful disease and treatments to relieve its burden; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body commemorate October 2001 as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Awareness Month.

Pending the reference of the resolution to a committee,

Rep. Patterson 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.

Reps. Richardville, Raczkowski, Anderson, Adamini, Rich Brown, Gieleghem, Woodward, Quarles, Bovin, Patterson, Woronchak, Allen, Gilbert, Hager, Ehardt and Mortimer offered the following concurrent resolution:

House Concurrent Resolution No. 43.

A concurrent resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States, the Department of Defense, and the Department of State to increase efforts to account fully for American military personnel missing in action in southeast Asia.

Whereas, One of the most difficult aspects of the losses and sacrifices associated with military service during war is the heartbreak caused by those who are missing in action. Families and friends of those lost in war endure years and decades of the unique pain of not knowing a loved one's fate, which makes healing or any sense of peace almost impossible to know; and

Whereas, The protracted and complex American military involvement in southeast Asia resulted in a large number of personnel reported missing in action. While considerable progress has been made in resolving many of these cases and in returning remains where possible, there are still hundreds--perhaps nearly 2,000--Americans unaccounted for in Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, and nearby countries; and

Whereas, Just as these patriots made a commitment to serve our nation, our country has a moral commitment to work to find and return home America's MIAs. Our nation cannot abandon the men and women who have served us overseas during times of conflict. Carrying out the work of accounting for each person is important not only to the families of these individuals, but also to the citizens of our country today. This work is especially significant for our young people, who must learn and never forget the high price of our liberty and the true meaning of loyalty to our ideals and to one another; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring), That we memorialize the Congress of the United States, the Department of Defense, and the Department of State to increase efforts to account fully for American military personnel missing in action in southeast Asia; 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, the members of the Michigan congressional delegation, the Department of Defense, and the United States Department of State.

The concurrent resolution was referred to the Committee on Veterans Affairs.

 

 

Reports of Standing Committees

 

 

The Committee on Commerce, by Rep. Allen, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 5092, entitled

A bill to amend 1933 PA 62, entitled "Property tax limitation act," by amending section 5i (MCL 211.205i), as amended by 1994 PA 190.

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

The bill was referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills.

 

 

Favorable Roll Call

 

HB 5092 To Report Out:

Yeas: Reps. Allen, Bishop, DeVuyst, Gilbert, Howell, Koetje, Middaugh, Mortimer, Van Woerkom, Vear, Thomas, Kolb, Lipsey, Rivet, Waters, Zelenko,

Nays: None.

 

 

The Committee on Commerce, by Rep. Allen, Chair, reported

Senate Bill No. 471, entitled

A bill to amend 1987 PA 173, entitled "Mortgage brokers, lenders, and servicers licensing act," by amending section 2 (MCL 445.1652), as amended by 1996 PA 210.

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

The bill was referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills.

 

 

Favorable Roll Call

 

SB 471 To Report Out:

Yeas: Reps. Allen, Bishop, DeVuyst, Gilbert, Howell, Koetje, Middaugh, Mortimer, Van Woerkom, Vear, Thomas, Kolb, Lipsey, Rivet, Waters, Zelenko,

Nays: None.

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

 

The following report, submitted by Rep. Allen, Chair of the Committee on Commerce, was received and read:

Meeting held on: Tuesday, October 9, 2001, at 9:00 a.m.,

Present: Reps. Allen, Bishop, DeVuyst, Gilbert, Howell, Koetje, Middaugh, Mortimer, Van Woerkom, Vear, Thomas, Kolb, Lipsey, Rivet, Waters, Zelenko,

Absent: Rep. Lemmons,

Excused: Rep. Lemmons.

 

 

The Committee on Senior Health, Security and Retirement, by Rep.Woronchak, Vice-Chair, reported

House Bill No. 5146, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 20155 (MCL 333.20155), as amended by 2000 PA 171.

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-2) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

The bill and substitute were referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills.

 

 

Favorable Roll Call

 

HB 5146 To Report Out:

Yeas: Reps. Voorhees, Woronchak, Cassis, Kuipers, Vear, Williams, Bovin, Spade, Zelenko,

Nays: None.

 

 

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

 

The following report, submitted by Rep. Woronchak, Vice-Chair of the Committee on Senior Health, Security and Retirement, was received and read:

Meeting held on: Tuesday, October 9, 2001, at 10:30 a.m.,

Present: Reps. Voorhees, Woronchak, Cassis, Kuipers, Vear, Williams, Bovin, Spade, Zelenko.

 

 

Announcement by the Clerk of Printing and Enrollment

 

 

The Clerk announced that the following bills had been printed and placed upon the files of the members, Wednesday, October 3:

Senate Bill Nos. 679 680 681 682 683 684 685 686 690

 

The Clerk announced that the following bills had been printed and placed upon the files of the members, Thursday, October 4:
House Bill Nos. 51045105510651075108510951105111511251135114511551165117
51185119512051215122512351245125512651275128512951305131
5132513351345135513651375138

 

The Clerk announced the enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor on Friday, October 5, for his approval of the following bill:

Enrolled House Bill No. 5080 at 9:40 a.m.

 

The Clerk announced that the following bills had been printed and placed upon the files of the members, Friday, October 5:

House Bill Nos. 5140 5141 5142 5143 5144 5145 5146

 

The Clerk announced the enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor on Tuesday, October 9, for his approval of the following bills:

Enrolled House Bill No. 4018 at 1:38 p.m.

Enrolled House Bill No. 4384 at 1:40 p.m.

Enrolled House Bill No. 4627 at 1:42 p.m.

Enrolled House Bill No. 4734 at 1:44 p.m.

Enrolled House Bill No. 4791 at 1:46 p.m.

Enrolled House Bill No. 4879 at 1:48 p.m.

Messages from the Governor

 

 

The following message from the Governor was received October 8, 2001 and read:

 

EXECUTIVE ORDER

No. 2001 - 8

 

Michigan Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee

 

Michigan Department of Community Health

 

WHEREAS, the state of Michigan desires to provide the greatest possible access to cost effective prescription drug coverage for all of its citizens, including, but not limited to, those receiving services through its Medicaid Program; and

WHEREAS, responsible management of the state of Michigan's fiscal resources is beneficial to the state and all of its citizens; and

WHEREAS, consistent, prudent management of the state's prescription drug programs protects the state's ability to continue to offer high levels of health care to its citizens; and

WHEREAS, Act No. 280 of the Public Acts of 1939, as amended, being Section 400.111a of the Michigan Compiled Laws, authorizes and charges the Director of the Department of Community Health to monitor the Medicaid pharmacy program; and

WHEREAS, Act No. 60 of the Public Acts of 2001, authorizes the Department of Community Health to develop and implement pharmacy program policy changes; and

WHEREAS, Section 1927 of the federal Social Security Act, 42 USC 1396r-8, authorizes and allows the state of Michigan to develop Medicaid policy related to the reimbursement, utilization and limitation on the coverage of drugs.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, John Engler, Governor of the state of Michigan, pursuant to the powers vested in me by the Constitution of the state of Michigan of 1963 and the laws of the state of Michigan, do hereby order the following:

I. DEFINITIONS

A. "Committee" means the Michigan Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee established by this Executive Order.

B. "Department" means the Department of Community Health, the principal department of state government created by Executive Order 1996-1, being Section 330.3101 of the Michigan Compiled Laws.

II. ESTABLISHMENT OF THE MICHIGAN PHARMACY AND THERAPEUTICS COMMITTEE

A. Consistent with the provisions of Section 1927 of the federal Social Security Act, 42 USC 1396r-8, the Michigan Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee is hereby established within the Department of Community Health as a Type II entity as defined in Section 3 of Act No. 380 of the Public Acts of 1965, as amended, being Section 16.103 of the Michigan Compiled Laws.

B. The committee shall consist of eleven (11) members:

* six (6) physicians

* four (4) pharmacists, and

* one (1) member appointed from a list of three (3) persons provided by the Director of the Department.

Each physician and pharmacist member shall be licensed to practice in the state of Michigan pursuant to the applicable provisions of the Public Health Code, Act No. 368 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended, being Section 333.1101 et seq. of the Michigan Compiled Laws and any regulations adopted pursuant to the act. Physician and pharmacist Committee members shall represent a broad range of professional specialties, knowledge and expertise associated with drug therapy issues.

C. Members of the Committee shall be appointed by the Governor and shall serve a term of two (2) years, except that, of the members first appointed, three (3) physician members and two (2) pharmacist members shall be appointed for a term of one (1) year.

D. An individual selected to serve as a physician or pharmacist member of the Committee shall serve only while maintaining in good standing his or her professional license under the applicable provisions of the Public Health Code, Act No. 368 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended, being Section 333. 1101 et seq. of the Michigan Compiled Laws and any regulations adopted pursuant to the act. An individual physician's or pharmacist's failure to maintain a license shall immediately terminate that individual's membership on the Committee.

E. Any vacancy on the committee shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment.

F. A person appointed to fill a vacancy created other than by expiration of a term shall be appointed for the unexpired term of the member who he or she is to succeed in the same manner as the original appointment. A member may be reappointed for additional terms.

III. CHARGE TO THE COMMITTEE

The Committee shall be advisory in nature and shall assist the Department with the following functions pursuant to the applicable state and federal law:

A. The Committee shall advise the Department on issues affecting prescription drug coverage for its various health care programs.

B. The Committee shall recommend to the Department guidelines for prescription drugs covered in its various health care programs.

IV. OPERATIONS OF THE COMMITTEE

A. The Governor shall designate one (1) member of the Committee to serve as chairperson. This member shall serve as Chair at the pleasure of the Governor.

B. The Committee may promulgate bylaws, not inconsistent with law and with this Order, governing its organization, operation and procedure.

C. Members of the Committee shall not delegate their responsibilities to other persons. A majority of the serving members constitutes a quorum for the transaction of business at a meeting. The Committee shall act by a majority vote of its serving members.

D. The Committee shall meet at the call of the chairperson and as may be provided in the bylaws of the Committee. Meetings of the Committee may be held at any location within the state of Michigan. The Committee shall meet at least semi-annually.

E. The Committee may, as appropriate, make inquiries, studies, investigations, hold hearings, and receive comments from the public. The Committee may consult with outside experts in order to perform its duties.

F. The Committee may establish one or more subcommittees consisting of Committee members to investigate and analyze specific issues, consistent with the charge to the Committee contained in Section III of this order. The chair of the Committee, or a member of the Committee designated by the chair, shall be a member of each subcommittee established by the Committee. Subcommittees shall recommend proposed actions, plans, comments, formulas, measures, reports or policies to the Committee, consistent with the Committee's charge. The Committee may adopt, reject or modify recommendations proposed by subcommittees.

G. Members of the Committee shall serve without compensation. Members of the Committee may receive reimbursement for necessary travel and expenses according to relevant statutes, rules and procedures of the Department of Management and Budget and the Civil Service Commission.

H. The Department may hire or retain such contractors, sub-contractors, advisors, consultants and agents, and may make and enter into contracts necessary or incidental to the exercise of the performance of the Committee's duties, as the Department Director deems appropriate. Such procurements shall be in accordance with the relevant statutes, rules and procedures of the Department of Management and Budget and the Civil Service Commission.

I. The Committee may apply for, receive and expend monies from any source, public or private, including but not limited to, gifts, grants, donations of monies and government appropriations. The committee may also accept donations of labor, services, or other things of value from any public or private agency or person. Individual members of the Committee shall fully comply with the provisions of the Act No. 196 of the Public Acts of 1973, as amended, being Section 15.341 et seq. of the Michigan Compiled Laws, governing the standards of conduct for public officers and employees of the state of Michigan.

J. Members of the Committee shall refer all legal, legislative and media contacts to the Department.

K. The Committee shall be staffed by personnel within the Department as designated by the Director.

V. MISCELLANEOUS

A. All departments, committees, commissioners or officers of the state or of any political subdivision thereof, shall give to the Committee, or to any member or representative thereof, any necessary assistance required by the Committee, or to any member of representative thereof, in the performance of the duties of the Committee so far as is compatible with its, his or her duties; free access shall also be given to any books, records or documents in its, his or her custody, relating to matters within the scope of inquiry, study or investigation of the Committee.

B. The invalidity of any portion of this Order shall not affect the validity of the remainder thereof.

The provisions of this Executive Order shall become effective upon filing.

[SEAL] Given under my hand and the Great Seal of the State of Michigan this 5th day of October, in the Year of our Lord, Two Thousand One.

John Engler

Governor

By the Governor:

Candice S. Miller

Secretary of State

The message was referred to the Clerk.

The following message from the Governor, approving and signing the following bill at the time designated below, was received and read:

 

Date: October 5, 2001

Time: 4:25 p.m.

To the Speaker of the House of Representatives:

Sir--I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled House Bill No. 5080 (Public Act No. 122, I.E.), being

An act to provide for a streamlined system of sales and use tax collection; to prescribe the requirements necessary for this state to adopt a multistate agreement; to provide for a board with certain powers and duties; to provide for the registration of sellers who select a model of collection and remittance; to forgive liability of collection of sales and use taxes on past transactions for certain sellers; to assure privacy of buyers; to prescribe certain powers and duties of state departments; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

(Filed with the Secretary of State October 8, 2001, at 11:18 a.m.)

 

 

Communications from State Officers

 

 

The following communications from the Secretary of State were received and read:

 

Notices of Filing

Administrative Rules

September 5, 2001

In accordance with the provisions of Section 46(1) of Act 306, Public Acts of 1969, as amended, and Executive Order 1995-6 this is to advise you that the Office of Regulatory Reform, Legal Division filed at 4:30 P.M. this date, administrative rule (01-09-02) for the Department of Treasury, Sales, Use, and Withholding Taxes Division, entitled "Airport Parking Tax" effective 15 days hereafter.

 

 

September 5, 2001

In accordance with the provisions of Section 46(1) of Act 306, Public Acts of 1969, as amended, and Executive Order 1995-6 this is to advise you that the Office of Regulatory Reform, Legal Division filed at 4:32 P.M. this date, administrative rule (01-09-03) for the Department of Natural Resources, Law Enforcement Division, entitled "Special Local Watercraft Controls" effective 7 days hereafter.

 

 

September 26, 2001

In accordance with the provisions of Section 46(1) of Act 306, Public Acts of 1969, as amended, and Executive Order 1995-6 this is to advise you that the Office of Regulatory Reform, Legal Division filed at 4:05 P.M. this date, administrative rule (01-09-04) for the Department of Consumer and Industry Services, Director's Office, entitled "Sanding Machines" effective 7 days hereafter.

 

 

September 26, 2001

In accordance with the provisions of Section 46(1) of Act 306, Public Acts of 1969, as amended, and Executive Order 1995-6 this is to advise you that the Office of Regulatory Reform, Legal Division filed at 4:07 P.M. this date, administrative rule (01-09-05) for the Department of Consumer and Industry Services, Director's Office, entitled "Forging Machines" effective 7 days hereafter.

 

 

September 26, 2001

In accordance with the provisions of Section 46(1) of Act 306, Public Acts of 1969, as amended, and Executive Order 1995-6 this is to advise you that the Office of Regulatory Reform, Legal Division filed at 4:09 P.M. this date, administrative rule (01-09-06) for the Department of Consumer and Industry Services, Director's Office, entitled "Ventilation for Certain Hazardous Locations" effective 7 days hereafter.

Sincerely,

Candice S. Miller

Secretary of State

Elena L. Beasley, Manager

Office of the Great Seal

The communications were referred to the Clerk.

Introduction of Bills

 

 

Reps. Stamas, Ehardt and Tabor introduced

House Bill No. 5147, 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 regulate the use and disclosure of information obtained from the card; to prescribe the powers and duties of the secretary of state; to prescribe fees; and to prescribe certain penalties for violations," by amending section 2 (MCL 28.292), as amended by 1999 PA 89.

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

 

 

Reps. Allen, Spade, Birkholz, Sanborn, Ruth Johnson, Rivet, Mead, Ehardt and Tabor introduced

House Bill No. 5148, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 310 (MCL 257.310), as amended by 1998 PA 226.

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

 

 

Reps. Toy, Caul, Vander Veen, DeWeese, Middaugh, Anderson, Drolet, Plakas, Birkholz, Stewart and Ehardt introduced

House Bill No. 5149, entitled

A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 535 (MCL 750.535), as amended by 1998 PA 311.

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

 

 

Reps. Toy, Caul, Vander Veen, DeWeese, Middaugh, Drolet, Plakas, Birkholz, Stewart, Ehardt and Anderson introduced

House Bill No. 5150, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 16z of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16z), as amended by 2000 PA 279.

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

 

 

Reps. Richner, Koetje, Bisbee, Faunce, Meyer, Voorhees, Vander Veen, DeWeese, Middaugh and Lemmons introduced

House Bill No. 5151, entitled

A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," (MCL 600.101 to 600.9948) by adding section 2607.

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

 

 

Reps. Sanborn and Richner introduced

House Bill No. 5152, entitled

A bill to amend 1996 PA 354, entitled "Savings bank act," (MCL 487.3101 to 487.3804) by adding section 706a.

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

 

 

Reps. McConico, Jansen and Kooiman introduced

House Bill No. 5153, entitled

A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.532) by adding section 269.

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

 

 

Reps. Neumann, Adamini, Dennis, Bovin, Spade, Pestka, Plakas, Schauer, Sheltrown, Gieleghem, Rivet, Whitmer, Jacobs, Daniels, Wojno, Rich Brown, Anderson, Stewart, Pappageorge and Phillips introduced

House Bill No. 5154, entitled

A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 50a (MCL 750.50a), as added by 1994 PA 42.

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

Reps. Bishop, Kowall, Pappageorge, Richardville, Mortimer and Neumann introduced

House Bill No. 5155, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 16z of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16z), as amended by 2000 PA 279.

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

 

 

Reps. Kowall, Raczkowski, Bishop, Cassis, Koetje, Woronchak, Allen, Shackleton, Tabor, Vander Veen, Meyer, George, Stewart, Hager, Faunce, Richardville, Howell, Bovin, Voorhees, Spade, Daniels, Rich Brown, Whitmer, Middaugh, Bob Brown, Anderson, Hale, Ehardt, Mortimer, Neumann, Phillips and Birkholz introduced

House Bill No. 5156, entitled

A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," (MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by adding section 553.

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

 

 

Reps. O'Neil, Schermesser, Plakas, Mans and Jansen introduced

House Bill No. 5157, entitled

A bill to amend 1966 PA 331, entitled "Community college act of 1966," (MCL 389.1 to 389.195) by adding sections 22, 47, 65, and 89.

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

 

 

Reps. Ehardt, Raczkowski, Vander Veen, Koetje, Rocca, Birkholz, Tabor, Sanborn, Middaugh, Patterson, Pumford, Mans, DeVuyst, Cassis, Bisbee, Pestka, Sheltrown, O'Neil, Neumann, Callahan, Wojno, Bishop, Richardville, Basham, Drolet, Cameron Brown, Faunce, George, Kowall, Van Woerkom, Stamas, Jansen, Voorhees, Hart, Hager, Allen, Pappageorge, Jelinek, Newell, DeRossett, Howell, Vander Roest and Kuipers introduced

House Bill No. 5158, entitled

A bill to provide for certain health care professionals and providers to object to participating in certain procedures under certain circumstances; to provide for protection from certain liability; and to provide for penalties and remedies.

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

 

 

Reps. Woodward, Dennis, Minore, Jacobs, Bovin, Gieleghem, Waters, Kilpatrick, Bogardus and Lemmons introduced

House Bill No. 5159, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 811 (MCL 257.811), as amended by 2000 PA 456.

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

 

 

Reps. Hale, Lemmons, Cassis, Hardman, Bogardus, Quarles, Rison, Clark, Stallworth, Murphy, Thomas, Phillips and McConico introduced

House Bill No. 5160, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 32704a.

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

 

 

Reps. Hale, Lemmons, Hardman, Bogardus, Quarles, Rison, Clark, Stallworth, Murphy, Thomas, Phillips and McConico introduced

House Bill No. 5161, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 9141.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Senior Health, Security and Retirement.

 

 

Reps. Schermesser, Stewart, Dennis, Lockwood, O'Neil, Jamnick, Plakas and Hale introduced

House Bill No. 5162, entitled

A bill to amend 1987 PA 96, entitled "The mobile home commission act," (MCL 125.2301 to 125.2349) by adding section 16b.

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

Rep. McConico introduced

House Bill No. 5163, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 295, entitled "Sex offenders registration act," by amending section 8 (MCL 28.728), as amended by 1999 PA 85, and by adding section 8c.

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

 

 

Reps. Voorhees, Vander Veen, Ehardt, Bradstreet, Kooiman, Hager, Birkholz, Kuipers, Gosselin, Pappageorge, DeWeese and Jansen introduced

House Bill No. 5164, entitled

A bill to amend 1887 PA 128, entitled "An act establishing the minimum ages for contracting marriages; to require a civil license in order to marry and its registration; to provide for the implementation of federal law; and to provide a penalty for the violation of this act," by amending the title and sections 2, 3, and 3a (MCL 551.102, 551.103, and 551.103a), the title and section 2 as amended by 1998 PA 333, section 3 as amended by 1984 PA 346, and section 3a as amended by 1989 PA 270, and by adding sections 2a and 2b.

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

 

 

Reps. Hager, Voorhees, Kooiman, McConico, Ehardt, Vander Veen, Bishop and Jansen introduced

House Bill No. 5165, entitled

A bill to amend 1887 PA 128, entitled "An act establishing the minimum ages for contracting marriages; to require a civil license in order to marry and its registration; to provide for the implementation of federal law; and to provide a penalty for the violation of this act," (MCL 551.101 to 551.111) by amending the title, as amended by 1998 PA 333, and by adding section 12.

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

 

 

Reps. Vander Veen, Voorhees, Ehardt, Bradstreet, Kooiman, Birkholz, Hager, Kuipers, Pappageorge, Hummel and Jansen introduced

House Bill No. 5166, entitled

A bill to amend 1846 RS 84, entitled "Of divorce," (MCL 552.1 to 552.45) by adding sections 5 and 5a.

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

 

 

Reps. Kuipers, Hager, Voorhees, DeWeese, Birkholz and Hummel introduced

House Bill No. 5167, entitled

A bill to amend 1970 PA 91, entitled "Child custody act of 1970," by amending the title and sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 6a, 7, 7a, 7b, and 11 (MCL 722.21, 722.22, 722.23, 722.24, 722.25, 722.26, 722.26a, 722.27, 722.27a, 722.27b, and 722.31), the title and sections 7a and 7b as amended by 1996 PA 19, sections 2 and 7 as amended by 1999 PA 156, sections 3, 5, and 6 as amended by 1993 PA 259, section 4 as amended by 1998 PA 482, section 6a as added by 1980 PA 434, and section 11 as added by 2000 PA 422, and by adding sections 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, and 19.

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

 

 

Reps. Voorhees, Vander Veen, Ehardt, Bradstreet, Kooiman, Hager, Birkholz, Kuipers, Gosselin, Pappageorge, DeWeese, Hummel and Jansen introduced

House Bill No. 5168, entitled

A bill to amend 1846 RS 84, entitled "Of divorce," by amending sections 6, 7, 13, and 19 (MCL 552.6, 552.7, 552.13, and 552.19) and by adding sections 5, 5a, and 8.

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

 

 

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Rep. Bisbee moved that the House adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 3:45 p.m.

 

The Speaker Pro Tempore declared the House adjourned until Wednesday, October 10, at 2:00 p.m.

 

 

GARY L. RANDALL

Clerk of the House of Representatives.