No. 8

JOURNAL OF THE SENATE

Senate Chamber, Lansing, Tuesday, February 13, 2001.

 

10:00 a.m.

 

The Senate was called to order by the President, Lieutenant Governor Dick Posthumus.

 

The roll was called by the Secretary of the Senate, who announced that a quorum was present.

 

 
Bennett--presentGougeon--presentNorth--present
Bullard--presentHammerstrom--presentPeters--present
Byrum--presentHart--presentSchuette--present
Cherry--presentHoffman--presentSchwarz--present
DeBeaussaert--presentJaye--presentShugars--present
DeGrow--presentJohnson--presentSikkema--present
Dingell--presentKoivisto--presentSmith--present
Dunaskiss--excusedLeland--presentSteil--present
Emerson--presentMcCotter--presentStille--present
Emmons--presentMcManus--presentVan Regenmorter--present
Gast--presentMiller--presentVaughn--excused
Goschka--presentMurphy--presentYoung--excused

 

 

 

Senator Dale L. Shugars of the 21st District offered the following invocation:

O Heavenly Father, Creator of all life and all things, we come to You and ask for wisdom so we can make the right decisions to better serve You. At this time, we want to ask You for some of the members in this chamber and some of the staff who may have some health issues or some of their family members who may have some health issues and challenges if You would please be with them and give them comfort and peace.

Tomorrow is St. Valentine's Day, and tomorrow men will be remembering Valentine's Day with their sweethearts and their wives, but we should always be mindful of the needs of our wives every day; listening, supporting, and encouraging them in life.

We want to thank You for all the blessings You have given to us, and we want to thank You for our family members. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.

 

Senators Byrum and Smith entered the Senate Chamber.

 

 

Motions and Communications

 

 

Senator Emmons moved that Senator Dunaskiss be excused from today's session.

The motion prevailed.

 

Senator Emerson moved that Senator Murphy be temporarily excused from today's session.

The motion prevailed.

 

Senator Emerson moved that Senators Young and Vaughn be excused from today's session.

The motion prevailed.

 

 

The following communication was received:

Department of Environmental Quality

October 5, 2000

I am pleased to present the Department of Environmental Quality's (Department) report on Efforts to Increase Public Access to Environmental Information. This report is being submitted to the Legislature in accordance with Section 801 of Fiscal Year 1999 Appropriation Bill for the Department.

The report summarizes the status of two projects the Department undertook to facilitate convenient public access to information on the performance of individual facilities in complying with the federal and state environmental laws. The two projects covered are:

* The Facility Profiler Project, also known as the Facility/Site Identification Project, and

* The Community Environmental Awareness Project (CEAP) KIOSK Project.

I trust the members of the Senate will find this report informative. If you have any comments or questions about this report, please contact Mr. Paul Zugger, Chief, Environmental Assistance Division, at 517-241-0490, or you may contact me.

Sincerely,

Russell J. Harding

Director

517-373-7917

The communication was referred to the Secretary for record.

 

 

The following communication was received:

State Budget Office

January 26, 2001

I am pleased to transmit to you the enclosed unaudited financial statements of the General Fund and the School Aid Fund for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2000, as required by Public Act 431 of 1984, as amended. The audited State of Michigan Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (SOMCAFR) is scheduled to be available in February 2001.

These unaudited financial statements report a preliminary unreserved fund balances of $179.0 million for the General Fund and $853.4 million for the School Aid Fund as of September 30, 2000. These surpluses are the direct result of continued growth in the State's economy during the past year combined with the continued efforts of Governor Engler, the Legislature and department directors to control State spending.

The $179.0 million represents the preliminary General Fund unreserved fund balance after providing for transfers to the Budget Stabilization Fund (BSF). During fiscal year 2000, transfers of $37.1 million and $62.9 million were made pursuant to P.A. 124 of 1999 and P.A. 506 of 2000, respectively. The year-end balance in the BSF is $1.26 billion.

State agency program managers continued to responsibly manage programs within appropriated amounts. For fiscal year 1999-2000, the net lapse of spending authority by State departments and agencies, described in Note 3, totaled $84.1 million. When combined with the legislative and judicial branches, net General Fund lapses for the State totaled $85.3 million.

Across State government, financial management personnel continue to make improvements in our book-closing process by making greater use of our Michigan Administrative Information Network (MAIN) and other book-closing efficiencies. Again this year, most departments closed their books before Christmas. As we continue our work with departments to streamline book closing, we anticipate further improvements in the timeliness of this report and our SOMCAFR.

With your cooperation, we continue to control spending with the budget and we continue to maintain our BSF at an appropriate level. I appreciate these and other efforts you had done to keep Michigan on firm financial footing.

Sincerely,

Mary A. Lannoye

State Budget Director

The communication was referred to the Secretary for record.

 

 

The following communication was received:

Office of the Auditor General

February 9, 2001

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

Performance Audit of the Bureau of Legal Services, Department of State, February 2001.

Sincerely,

Thomas H. McTavish, C.P.A.

Auditor General

The communication was referred to the Secretary for record.

 

 

The Secretary announced the printing and placement in the members' files on Thursday, February 8, of:
Senate Bill Nos.99100101102105106107108109110111112113114
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Senate Joint ResolutionsGH
House Bill Nos.41274128412941304131413241334134413541364137413841394140
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House Joint Resolution G

 

The Secretary announced the printing and placement in the members' files on Friday, February 9, of:
Senate Bill Nos.151152153154155156157158159160161162163164
165166167168169170171172174175176177178179
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Senate Joint ResolutionsIJKL M
House Bill Nos.4158415941604161416241634164416541664167416841694170
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House Joint Resolution H

 

The Secretary announced the printing and placement in the members' files on Monday, February 12, of:

Senate Bill No. 173

 

 

Messages from the Governor

 

 

The following messages from the Governor were received and read:

February 8, 2001

There are herewith presented for consideration and confirmation by the Senate, the following appointments to office:

Natural Resources Commission

Mr. Franklin C. Wheatlake, 9264 E. 7 Mile Road, Big Rapids, Michigan 49307, county of Mecosta, as a member representing Republicans, succeeding Dr. Paul J. Eisele of Saline, whose term has expired, for a term expiring on December 31, 2004.

Dr. Paul J. Eisele, 9214 Whispering Pines, Saline, Michigan 48176, county of Washtenaw, as a member representing Independents, succeeding Mr. L. Thornton Edwards, Jr., of Orchard Lake, who has resigned, for a term expiring on December 31, 2003.

 

 

February 9, 2001

There is herewith presented for consideration and confirmation by the Senate, the following appointment to office:

Elevator Safety Board

Mr. George A. Svinicki, 542 South Woodland Drive, Clark Lake, Michigan 49234, county of Jackson, as a member representing professional engineers, succeeding Mr. Ricardo D. Anselmo of Lansing, whose term has expired, for a term expiring on July 22, 2004.

 

 

February 9, 2001

There is herewith presented for consideration and confirmation by the Senate, the following appointment to office:

Grape and Wine Industry Council

Mr. Donald M. Coe, 419 Leeward Trail, Traverse City, Michigan 49686, county of Grand Traverse, as a member representing wine makers, succeeding Mr. Jack B. Stegenga of Traverse City, whose term has expired, for a term expiring on October 9, 2003.

 

 

February 9, 2001

There are herewith presented for consideration and confirmation by the Senate, the following reappointments to office:

Nursing Home Administrators' Board of Control

Mr. Robert W. Goldsmith, 268 Pine Hill Lake Road, Horton, Michigan 49246, county of Jackson, as a member representing nursing home administrators, succeeding himself, for a term expiring on December 31, 2004.

Ms. Betty M. Carlson, 11600 Hartland Road, Fenton, Michigan 48430, county of Genesee, as a member representing nursing home administrators, succeeding herself, for a term expiring on December 31, 2004.

Mr. David L. Corteville, 11030 36th Street, Lowell, Michigan 49331, county of Kent, as a member representing the general public, succeeding himself, for a term expiring on December 31, 2004.

 

 

February 12, 2001

There is herewith presented for consideration and confirmation by the Senate, the following appointment to office:

Commission for the Blind

Ms. Jo Ann Pilarski, 7765 Metzke Road, Alpena, Michigan 49707, county of Alpena, as a member representing the general public, succeeding Mr. Steve Handschu of Detroit, whose term has expired, for a term expiring on September 30, 2003.

 

 

February 12, 2001

There are herewith presented for consideration and confirmation by the Senate, the following reappointments to office:

Construction Code Commission

Mr. J. David Lather, 2010 Arrowhead Drive, Traverse City, Michigan 49686, county of Grand Traverse, as a member representing municipal building inspectors, succeeding himself, for a term expiring on January 31, 2003.

Mr. Donald L. Pratt, 10054 Borgman, Huntington Woods, Michigan 48070, county of Oakland, as a member representing residential builders, succeeding himself, for a term expiring on January 31, 2003.

Mr. Steven A. East, 10392 North 44th Street, Augusta, Michigan 49012, county of Kalamazoo, as a member representing building contractors, succeeding himself, for a term expiring on January 31, 2003.

Ms. Joyce Ann Rogers, 8429 Woodland Shore Drive, Brighton, Michigan 48114, county of Livingston, as a member representing premanufactured building industry, succeeding herself, for a term expiring on January 31, 2003.

Mr. Gary A. Shripka, 5048 Pheasant, Waterford, Michigan 48327, county of Oakland, as a member representing municipal building inspectors, succeeding himself, for a term expiring on January 31, 2003.

Mr. Kevin P. Varner, 2868 North Cedaridge Drive, Midland, Michigan 48642, county of Midland, as a member representing municipal building inspectors, succeeding himself, for a term expiring on January 31, 2003.

Mr. William David Blumhardt, 1409 Sugar Maple Lane, Houghton, Michigan 49931, county of Houghton, as a member representing industrial management, succeeding himself, for a term expiring on January 31, 2003.

Ms. Cheryl Ann Whitton, 1878 Freemont, Troy, Michigan 48098, county of Oakland, as a member representing architects, succeeding herself, for a term expiring on January 31, 2003.

Sincerely,

John Engler

Governor

The appointments were referred to the Committee on Government Operations.

 

Senator Murphy entered the Senate Chamber.

 

 

Introduction and Referral of Bills

 

 

Senator Jaye introduced

Senate Joint Resolution N, entitled

A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the state constitution of 1963, by amending sections 1 and 6 of article II, to permit nonresidents who pay ad valorem property tax on real property located in a political subdivision the right to vote on local issues, tax limit increases, or bond issues.

The joint resolution was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Finance.

 

 

Senators Goschka and Schuette introduced

Senate Bill No. 195, entitled

A bill to amend 1941 PA 207, entitled "Fire prevention code," by amending section 6 (MCL 29.6).

The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Economic Development, International Trade and Regulatory Affairs.

 

 

Senator Van Regenmorter introduced

Senate Bill No. 196, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 625a (MCL 257.625a), as amended by 1998 PA 351.

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

 

 

Senators McManus, Gast, Sikkema and Bennett introduced

Senate Bill No. 197, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 51301, 51304, 51305, 51306, 51309, and 51311 (MCL 324.51301, 324.51304, 324.51305, 324.51306, 324.51309, and 324.51311), as added by 1995 PA 57, and by adding sections 51302a, 51302b, 51302c, and 51302d; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Farming, Agribusiness and Food Systems.

 

 

Senators McManus, Gast, Sikkema, Bennett and Koivisto introduced

Senate Bill No. 198, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 80159 (MCL 324.80159), as added by 1995 PA 58.

The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs.

 

 

Senator Emmons introduced

Senate Bill No. 199, entitled

A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending section 3104 (MCL 500.3104), as amended by 1980 PA 445.

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

Senator Jaye introduced

Senate Bill No. 200, entitled

A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 10, 11, and 492 (MCL 168.10, 168.11, and 168.492), section 492 as amended by 1989 PA 142.

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

 

 

Senator Jaye introduced

Senate Bill No. 201, entitled

A bill to amend 1895 PA 3, entitled "The general law village act," by amending section 4 of chapter III (MCL 63.4), as added by 1998 PA 255.

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

 

 

Senator Jaye introduced

Senate Bill No. 202, entitled

A bill to amend 1895 PA 215, entitled "The fourth class city act," by amending section 1 of chapter IV (MCL 84.1).

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

 

 

Senator Jaye introduced

Senate Bill No. 203, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending section 6 (MCL 380.6), as amended by 1995 PA 289.

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

 

 

Senator Jaye introduced

Senate Bill No. 204, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending the title and section 320 (MCL 257.320), the title as amended by 2000 PA 408 and section 320 as amended by 1982 PA 310.

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

 

 

Senator Jaye introduced

Senate Bill No. 205, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 12604b.

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

 

 

Senators Bullard and Steil introduced

Senate Bill No. 206, entitled

A bill to amend 1972 PA 284, entitled "Business corporation act," by amending sections 106, 122, 123, 131, 133, 141, 143, 151, 338, 342a, 344, 404, 405, 407, 413, 488, 489, 521, 525, 563, 564b, 703a, 753, 754, 901, and 1060 (MCL 450.1106, 450.1122, 450.1123, 450.1131, 450.1133, 450.1141, 450.1143, 450.1151, 450.1338, 450.1342a, 450.1344, 450.1404, 450.1405, 450.1407, 450.1413, 450.1488, 450.1489, 450.1521, 450.1525, 450.1563, 450.1564b, 450.1703a, 450.1753, 450.1754, 450.1901, and 450.2060), sections 106, 122, 133, 141, 405, 521, 525, and 563 as amended and sections 342a and 754 as added by 1989 PA 121, section 123 as amended by 1993 PA 357, sections 131, 338, 407, and 1060 as amended by 1993 PA 91, and sections 151, 344, 404, 489, 564b, 703a, and 753 as amended and section 488 as added by 1997 PA 118, and by adding section 406a.

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

 

By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of

Resolutions

 

 

Senator Byrum offered the following resolution:

Senate Resolution No. 14.

A resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States to require a distribution system for flu vaccines that sets priorities to serve high-risk patients in the event of future vaccine shortages.

Whereas, Due to unforeseen problems in the development of the vaccines to combat the flu strains anticipated for the 2000-2001 season, there was a significant delay in the availability of the vaccines. This shortage resulted in uneven access to medicines that are of potentially great significance for the elderly and those with chronic illnesses. For people in chemotherapy and patients with some bronchial conditions, being unable to get the vaccine could place them in grave peril. In most years, the flu claims approximately 20,000 lives; and

Whereas, Several frustrating situations have resulted from the lack of a system for prioritizing who can get the vaccines. In some instances, it has been reported that grocery stores received supplies of the flu vaccines before clinics, hospitals, and doctors' offices. While people at the highest risk were unable to receive vaccinations from major hospitals, people at the lowest risk from the flu could have been getting the shots in a store in the same community; and

Whereas, The uneven availability of the vaccines has been a source of great concern for health professionals seeking to care for their patients. Clearly, the present arrangement for the delivery of flu vaccines is inadequate in the event that future shortages occur. Requiring a priority system could prove to be a life-saving step for the most vulnerable of our citizens; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate, That we memorialize the Congress of the United States to require a distribution system for flu vaccines that sets priorities to serve high-risk patients in the event of future vaccine shortages; 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.

Pending the order that, under rule 3.204, the resolution be referred to the Committee on Government Operations,

Senator Emmons moved that the rule be suspended.

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

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

Senator Emmons moved that the resolution be referred to the Committee on Health Policy.

The motion prevailed.

 

 

Senators Emmons, Hammerstrom, Bullard, Gougeon, Stille, Bennett, Schuette, Steil, Sikkema, Shugars and Hoffman offered the following resolution:

Senate Resolution No. 15.

A resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States to enact President Bush's tax relief plan.

Whereas, Federal taxes are the highest they have ever been during peacetime; and

Whereas, All taxpayers should be allowed to keep more of their own money; and

Whereas, The best way to encourage economic growth is to cut marginal tax rates across all tax brackets; and

Whereas, Under current law, low-income workers often pay the highest marginal rates; and

Whereas, President Bush's tax relief plan will contribute to raising the standard of living for all Americans; and

Whereas, President Bush's tax relief plan will increase access to the middle class for hardworking families, treat all middle class families more fairly, encourage entrepreneurship and growth, and promote charitable giving and education; and

Whereas, Under President Bush's tax relief plan, the largest percentage reductions will go to lowest-income earners; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate, That the members of this legislative body memorialize the Congress of the United States to enact President Bush's tax relief plan; 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.

Pending the order that, under rule 3.204, the resolution be referred to the Committee on Government Operations,

Senator Emmons moved that the rule be suspended.

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

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

Senator Emmons moved that the resolution be referred to the Committee on Finance.

The motion prevailed.

 

 

Senator McCotter offered the following concurrent resolution:

Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 6.

A concurrent resolution to memorialize the President and the Congress of the United States to support the addition of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania into the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.

Whereas, For more than fifty years, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has played a pivotal role in promoting stability and peace in Europe. This highly successful venture is predicated on the commitment of its member nations to ideals that closely parallel the precepts of democracy, internationally recognized human rights, and civilian control of the military that are fundamental to the United States; and

Whereas, Since its establishment, NATO has gradually expanded its membership to reflect the changing face of Europe. Countries that have joined this alliance have shared the same commitment to the long-term strength and stability of the region that is vital to our nation and the world. The most recent additions have in common the peaceful transition to a free-market economy after long years under the yoke of Communism; and

Whereas, The Baltic nations of Latvia, Estonia, and Lithuania have clearly demonstrated the principles of NATO. These three countries, each with strong dedication to peace and exemplary records of resisting oppression, have a great deal to contribute to the alliance. Latvia, Estonia, and Lithuania have set examples of the ideals of freedom through their institutions and cultures. The addition of these nations to NATO will only make more secure the bonds of peace and democracy; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate (the House of Representatives concurring), That we memorialize the President and the Congress of the United States to support the addition of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania into the North Atlantic Treaty Organization; and be it further

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

Pursuant to rule 3.204, the concurrent resolution was referred to the Committee on Government Operations.

 

 

Committee Reports

 

 

The Committee on Families, Mental Health and Human Services reported

Senate Bill No. 39, entitled

A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled "The social welfare act," by amending section 106 (MCL 400.106), as amended by 1990 PA 145, and by adding section 106a.

With the recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Appropriations.

Beverly S. Hammerstrom

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Hammerstrom, Gougeon, Goschka, Johnson and Hart

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee on Appropriations.

 

 

The Committee on Families, Mental Health and Human Services reported

Senate Bill No. 67, entitled

A bill to amend 1846 RS 83, entitled "Of marriage and the solemnization thereof," by repealing section 6 (MCL 551.6).

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Beverly S. Hammerstrom

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Hammerstrom, Gougeon, Goschka, Johnson and Hart

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.

 

 

The Committee on Families, Mental Health and Human Services reported

Senate Bill No. 72, entitled

A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," (MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by adding section 81c.

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

Beverly S. Hammerstrom

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Hammerstrom, Gougeon, Goschka, Johnson and Hart

Nays: None

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Families, Mental Health and Human Services reported

Senate Bill No. 73, entitled

A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," (MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by adding section 217e.

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

Beverly S. Hammerstrom

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Hammerstrom, Gougeon, Goschka, Johnson and Hart

Nays: None

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

 

 

The Committee on Families, Mental Health and Human Services reported

Senate Bill No. 104, entitled

A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending section 2162 (MCL 600.2162), as amended by 2000 PA 182.

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Beverly S. Hammerstrom

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Hammerstrom, Gougeon, Goschka, Johnson and Hart

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.

 

 

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

 

The Committee on Families, Mental Health and Human Services submits the following:

Meeting held on Wednesday, February 7, 2001, at 3:00 p.m, Room 100, Farnum Building

Present: Senators Hammerstrom (C), Gougeon, Goschka, Johnson and Hart

Excused: Senator Emerson

 

 

The Committee on Judiciary reported

Senate Bill No. 1, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 24 of chapter VII (MCL 767.24), as amended by 1987 PA 255.

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-4) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

William Van Regenmorter

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Van Regenmorter, McCotter, Schuette, Peters and Dingell

Nays: None

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

 

 

The Committee on Judiciary reported

Senate Bill No. 38, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 80177 and 80178 (MCL 324.80177 and 324.80178), as added by 1995 PA 58.

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

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

William Van Regenmorter

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Van Regenmorter, McCotter, Schuette, Peters and Dingell

Nays: None

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Judiciary reported

Senate Bill No. 70, entitled

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

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

William Van Regenmorter

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Van Regenmorter, McCotter, Schuette and Dingell

Nays: None

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

 

 

The Committee on Judiciary reported

Senate Bill No. 71, entitled

A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending sections 90a and 90b (MCL 750.90a and 750.90b), as added by 1998 PA 238.

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

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

William Van Regenmorter

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Van Regenmorter, McCotter, Schuette, Peters and Dingell

Nays: None

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

 

 

The Committee on Judiciary reported

Senate Bill No. 74, entitled

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

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

William Van Regenmorter

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Van Regenmorter, McCotter, Peters and Dingell

Nays: None

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

 

 

The Committee on Judiciary reported

Senate Bill No. 75, entitled

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

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

William Van Regenmorter

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Van Regenmorter, McCotter, Peters and Dingell

Nays: None

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

 

 

The Committee on Judiciary reported

Senate Bill No. 103, 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.

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

William Van Regenmorter

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Van Regenmorter, McCotter, Peters and Dingell

Nays: None

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

 

 

The Committee on Judiciary reported

Senate Bill No. 150, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 13 of chapter XVII (MCL 777.13), as amended by 2000 PA 412.

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

William Van Regenmorter

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Van Regenmorter, McCotter, Schuette, Peters and Dingell

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.

 

 

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

 

The Committee on Judiciary submits the following:

Meeting held on Wednesday, February 7, 2001, at 1:00 p.m, Rooms 402 and 403, Capitol Building

Present: Senators Van Regenmorter (C), McCotter, Schuette, Peters and Dingell

Excused: Senators Bullard and Emerson

 

 

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

 

The Subcommittee on Transportation submits the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, February 6, 2001, at 11:05 a.m., Room 810, Farnum Building

Present: Senators Hoffman (C), Goschka and Young

 

 

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

 

The Committee on Finance submits the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, February 6, 2001, at 1:05 p.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Michigan National Tower

Present: Senators Emmons (C), Bullard, Hammerstrom, Peters and Emerson

 

 

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

 

The Committee on Education submits the following:

Meeting held on Wednesday, February 7, 2001, at 3:00 p.m., Room 810, Farnum Building

Present: Senators Bennett (C), Johnson, Stille, Peters and Leland

 

 

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

 

The Committee on Appropriations submits the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, February 8, 2001, at 11:00 a.m., House Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

Present: Senators Gast (C), Schwarz, McManus, Johnson, Hoffman, North, Gougeon, Bennett, Stille, Goschka, Smith, Koivisto, Murphy, DeBeaussaert and Dingell

Excused: Senator Young

Scheduled Meetings

 

 

Administrative Rules, Joint - Thursday, February 15, 9:00 a.m., Rooms 402 and 403, Capitol Building (373-3543)

 

Appropriations - Wednesday, February 14, 2:00 p.m., Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373-6960)

Subcommittees -

Agriculture - Wednesdays, February 21 and February 28, 3:00 p.m., and Thursday, March 15, 1:30 p.m., Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373-1725)

Capital Outlay, Joint - Thursday, February 22, 8:45 a.m., Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373-6960)

Career Development Strategic Fund Agency - Tuesdays, February 20, February 27, and March 6, 3:00 p.m., Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373-2523)

Consumer and Industry Services - Wednesdays, February 21, 3:00 p.m., and March 7, 1:00 p.m., 8th Floor Conference Room, Farnum Building (373-7350)

Family Independence Agency - Tuesdays, February 20, February 27, and March 6, 1:30 p.m., Room 210, Farnum Building (373-1760)

General Government - Tuesdays, February 20, February 27, March 6, and March 13, 1:00 p.m., Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373-3447)

Judiciary - Wednesdays, February 21 and February 28, 3:00 p.m., Room 210, Farnum Building; March 7 and March 14, 3:00 p.m., Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373-2413)

State Police and Military Affairs - Thursdays, February 22, March 1, and March 8, 8:30 a.m., Rooms 402 and 403, Capitol Building (373-2426)

Transportation - Wednesdays, February 21, February 28, March 7, and March 14, 8:30 a.m., Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373-2426)

 

Financial Services - Wednesday, February 14, 9:30 a.m., Room 100, Farnum Building (373-1758)

 

Government Operations - Thursday, February 15, 1:00 p.m., Room 405, Capitol Building (373-1707)

 

Judiciary - Wednesday, February 14, 1:00 p.m., Rooms 402 and 403, Capitol Building (373-6920)

 

Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs - Tuesday, February 20, 1:00 p.m., 8th Floor Conference Room, Farnum Building (373-0797)

 

 

Senator Emmons moved that the Senate adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 10:14 a.m.

 

The President, Lieutenant Governor Posthumus, declared the Senate adjourned until Wednesday, February 14, at 10:00 a.m.

 

 

CAROL MOREY VIVENTI

Secretary of the Senate.