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No. 70

STATE OF MICHIGAN

JOURNAL

OF THE

House of Representatives

91st Legislature

REGULAR SESSION OF 2001

House Chamber, Lansing, Tuesday, October 16, 2001.

2:00 p.m.

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

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--present

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--present

Howell--present

Hummel--present

Jacobs--present

Jamnick--present

Jansen--present

Jelinek--present

Johnson, Rick--present

Johnson, Ruth--present

Julian--present

Kilpatrick--excused

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--present

Richardville--present

Richner--present

Rison--present

Rivet--present

Rocca--present

Sanborn--present

Schauer--present

Schermesser--present

Scranton--present

Shackleton--present

Sheltrown--excused

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

Ronald Nyenhuis, Pastor of Calvin Christian Reformed Church in Muskegon, offered the following invocation:

"Gracious God, it is good and right that we begin our session today in prayer with You. We acknowledge You as the sovereign God who truly does have our world , our country, our state and our very own lives in Your hands. As we begin our work and business today we ask for wisdom and discernment. Help each one of us here today to make decisions for the people of Michigan that are based on Your example of what is both just and right for every citizen. Help all of us to seek justice and then act accordingly. Help each of us to regard every citizen of our great state as truly an important and significant citizen and person. Before we end our prayer Father, we pray for our country and for our state. We pray that our mighty God will bring peace and quiet to our land. We pray for an end to war and terror. We thank You for the privilege and blessing of living in this beautiful country and especially in this beautiful state. Continue to bless our country and state. We offer this prayer in the name of our strong and mighty God. Amen."

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Rep. Jacobs moved that Reps. Kilpatrick and Sheltrown be excused from today's session.

The motion prevailed.

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

The motion prevailed.

Associate Speaker Pro Tempore Julian assumed the Chair.

Messages from the Senate

The Speaker laid before the House

House Bill No. 4774, entitled

A bill to amend 1962 PA 174, entitled "Uniform commercial code," by amending sections 9311 and 9616 (MCL 440.9311 and 440.9616), section 9311 as amended and section 9616 as added by 2000 PA 348.

(The bill was received from the Senate on October 10, with substitute (S-1), full title inserted and immediate effect given by the Senate, consideration of which, under the rules, was postponed until October 11, see House Journal No. 68, p. 2037.)

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

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

Roll Call No. 500 Yeas--106

Adamini Garza Lipsey Sanborn

Allen George Lockwood Schauer

Anderson Gieleghem Mans Schermesser

Basham Gilbert McConico Scranton

Bernero Godchaux Mead Shackleton

Birkholz Gosselin Meyer Shulman

Bisbee Hager Middaugh Spade

Bishop Hale Minore Stallworth

Bogardus Hansen Mortimer Stamas

Bovin Hardman Murphy Stewart

Bradstreet Hart Neumann Switalski

Brown, B. Howell Newell Tabor

Brown, C. Hummel O'Neil Thomas

Brown, R. Jacobs Pappageorge Toy

Callahan Jamnick Patterson Van Woerkom

Caul Jansen Pestka Vander Roest

Clark, I. Jelinek Phillips Vander Veen

Clarke, H. Johnson, Rick Plakas Vear

Daniels Johnson, Ruth Pumford Voorhees

Dennis Julian Raczkowski Waters

DeRossett Koetje Reeves Whitmer

DeVuyst Kolb Richardville Williams

DeWeese Kooiman Richner Wojno

Drolet Kowall Rison Woodward

Ehardt Kuipers Rivet Woronchak

Faunce LaSata Rocca Zelenko

Frank Lemmons

Nays--0

In The Chair: Julian

The House agreed to the full title of the bill.

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

Third Reading of Bills

House Bill No. 4022, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 628 (MCL 257.628), as amended by 2000 PA 167.

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

Roll Call No. 501 Yeas--101

Adamini Gieleghem Lipsey Sanborn

Allen Gilbert Mans Schauer

Anderson Godchaux McConico Schermesser

Basham Gosselin Mead Scranton

Bernero Hager Meyer Shackleton

Birkholz Hale Middaugh Shulman

Bisbee Hansen Mortimer Spade

Bishop Hardman Murphy Stallworth

Bovin Hart Neumann Stamas

Bradstreet Howell Newell Stewart

Brown, B. Hummel O'Neil Switalski

Brown, R. Jacobs Pappageorge Tabor

Callahan Jamnick Patterson Thomas

Cassis Jansen Pestka Toy

Caul Jelinek Phillips Van Woerkom

Clark, I. Johnson, Rick Plakas Vander Roest

Clarke, H. Johnson, Ruth Pumford Vander Veen

Daniels Julian Quarles Voorhees

Dennis Koetje Raczkowski Waters

DeRossett Kolb Reeves Whitmer

DeVuyst Kooiman Richardville Williams

Drolet Kowall Richner Wojno

Faunce Kuipers Rison Woodward

Frank LaSata Rivet Woronchak

Garza Lemmons Rocca Zelenko

George

Nays--4

Brown, C. Lockwood Minore Vear

In The Chair: Julian

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.

House Bill No. 4639, 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.

The bill was read a third time.

The question being on the passage of the bill,

Rep. Frank moved that consideration of the bill be postponed for the day.

The motion prevailed.

Second Reading of Bills

House Bill No. 4995, entitled

A bill to amend 1943 PA 184, entitled "Township zoning act," by amending section 40 (MCL 125.310), as amended by 2000 PA 384, and by adding section 16h.

Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-4) previously recommended by the Committee on Land Use and Environment,

The substitute (H-4) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

Rep. Birkholz moved to amend the bill as follows:

1. Amend page 1, line 1, after "(4)" by inserting "AND SECTION 12".

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

Rep. Vander Roest moved to amend the bill as follows:

1. Amend page 3, following line 16, by inserting:

"(5) THE DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET SHALL REIMBURSE THE TOWNSHIP FOR PUBLICATION COSTS INCURRED UNDER SECTIONS 9, 11, AND 11A IN CONNECTION WITH THE ADOPTION OF A ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT UNDER THIS SECTION." and renumbering the remaining subsection.

The motion did not prevail and the amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.

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

The motion prevailed.

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

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

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of

Third Reading of Bills

House Bill No. 4995, entitled

A bill to amend 1943 PA 184, entitled "Township zoning act," by amending section 40 (MCL 125.310), as amended by 2000 PA 384, and by adding section 16h.

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

Roll Call No. 502 Yeas--97

Adamini Faunce Kowall Sanborn

Allen Frank Kuipers Schauer

Basham Garza LaSata Schermesser

Bernero George Lemmons Scranton

Birkholz Gieleghem Lipsey Shackleton

Bisbee Gilbert Lockwood Shulman

Bishop Godchaux Mans Stallworth

Bogardus Gosselin McConico Stamas

Bovin Hager Mead Stewart

Bradstreet Hale Meyer Tabor

Brown, B. Hansen Middaugh Thomas

Brown, C. Hardman Minore Toy

Brown, R. Hart Mortimer Van Woerkom

Callahan Howell Neumann Vander Roest

Cassis Hummel Newell Vander Veen

Caul Jacobs O'Neil Vear

Clark, I. Jansen Pappageorge Voorhees

Clarke, H. Jelinek Patterson Waters

Daniels Johnson, Rick Pestka Whitmer

Dennis Johnson, Ruth Pumford Williams

DeRossett Julian Raczkowski Wojno

DeVuyst Koetje Richardville Woodward

DeWeese Kolb Richner Woronchak

Drolet Kooiman Rocca Zelenko

Ehardt

Nays--10

Anderson Phillips Rison Spade

Jamnick Plakas Rivet Switalski

Murphy Reeves

In The Chair: Julian

The House agreed to the title of the bill.

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Rep. Rivet, having reserved the right to explain his protest against the passage of the bill, made the following statement:

"Mr. Speaker and members of the House: I voted no on HB 4995 because it mandates local units amend zoning ordinances for a purpose that may or may not apply to them. This sort of mandate is concerning as the State is beginning to haphazardly determine the zoning ordinances of local units. Further, it sets a precedent that the State is going to begin to require these minor changes on an ongoing basis when they don't always apply to locals and cost local resources to implement."

Reps. Plakas, Murphy, Phillips and Anderson, having reserved the right to explain their protest against the passage of the bill, made the following statement:

"Mr. Speaker and members of the House:

While I support policies that will improve protections for open space, I cannot support State policies that usurp local control over land-use planning decisions. HB 4995 usurps local control over land-use decisions and represents an unfunded mandate for townships. The State should not micro manage local land-use policy by writing amendments to local zoning ordinances."

Second Reading of Bills

House Bill No. 5028, entitled

A bill to amend 1943 PA 183, entitled "County zoning act," by amending section 40 (MCL 125.240), as amended by 2000 PA 385, and by adding section 16h.

Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-4) previously recommended by the Committee on Land Use and Environment,

The substitute (H-4) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

Rep. Birkholz moved to amend the bill as follows:

1. Amend page 1, line 1, after "(4)" by inserting "AND SECTION 12".

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

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

The motion prevailed.

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

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

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of

Third Reading of Bills

House Bill No. 5028, entitled

A bill to amend 1943 PA 183, entitled "County zoning act," by amending section 40 (MCL 125.240), as amended by 2000 PA 385, and by adding section 16h.

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

Roll Call No. 503 Yeas--100

Adamini Faunce Kuipers Sanborn

Allen Frank LaSata Schauer

Basham Garza Lemmons Schermesser

Bernero George Lipsey Scranton

Birkholz Gieleghem Lockwood Shackleton

Bisbee Gilbert Mans Shulman

Bishop Godchaux McConico Spade

Bogardus Gosselin Mead Stallworth

Bovin Hager Meyer Stamas

Bradstreet Hale Middaugh Stewart

Brown, B. Hansen Minore Tabor

Brown, C. Hardman Mortimer Thomas

Brown, R. Hart Neumann Toy

Callahan Howell Newell Van Woerkom

Cassis Hummel O'Neil Vander Roest

Caul Jacobs Pappageorge Vander Veen

Clark, I. Jansen Patterson Vear

Clarke, H. Jelinek Pestka Voorhees

Daniels Johnson, Rick Pumford Waters

Dennis Johnson, Ruth Quarles Whitmer

DeRossett Julian Raczkowski Williams

DeVuyst Koetje Reeves Wojno

DeWeese Kolb Richardville Woodward

Drolet Kooiman Richner Woronchak

Ehardt Kowall Rocca Zelenko

Nays--7

Anderson Murphy Rison Switalski

Jamnick Phillips Rivet

In The Chair: Julian

The House agreed to the title of the bill.

Second Reading of Bills

House Bill No. 5029, entitled

A bill to amend 1921 PA 207, entitled "City and village zoning act," by amending section 20 (MCL 125.600), as amended by 2000 PA 383, and by adding section 4f.

Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-4) previously recommended by the Committee on Land Use and Environment,

The substitute (H-4) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

Rep. Birkholz moved to amend the bill as follows:

1. Amend page 1, line 1, after "(4)" by inserting "AND THE RIGHT OF REFERENDUM IF PROVIDED BY CHARTER".

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

Rep. Kolb moved to amend the bill as follows:

1. Amend page 3, line 17, after "LEAST" by striking out "50%" and inserting "20%".

2. Amend page 6, line 1, after "COURSE" by inserting "OR RETENTION POND".

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

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

The motion prevailed.

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

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

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of

Third Reading of Bills

House Bill No. 5029, entitled

A bill to amend 1921 PA 207, entitled "City and village zoning act," by amending section 20 (MCL 125.600), as amended by 2000 PA 383, and by adding section 4f.

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

Roll Call No. 504 Yeas--97

Adamini Faunce Kowall Sanborn

Allen Frank Kuipers Schauer

Basham Garza LaSata Schermesser

Bernero George Lemmons Scranton

Birkholz Gieleghem Lipsey Shackleton

Bisbee Gilbert Lockwood Shulman

Bishop Godchaux Mans Stallworth

Bogardus Gosselin Mead Stamas

Bovin Hager Meyer Stewart

Bradstreet Hale Middaugh Tabor

Brown, B. Hansen Minore Thomas

Brown, C. Hardman Mortimer Toy

Brown, R. Hart Neumann Van Woerkom

Callahan Howell Newell Vander Roest

Cassis Hummel O'Neil Vander Veen

Caul Jacobs Pappageorge Vear

Clark, I. Jansen Patterson Voorhees

Clarke, H. Jelinek Pestka Waters

Daniels Johnson, Rick Pumford Whitmer

Dennis Johnson, Ruth Quarles Williams

DeRossett Julian Raczkowski Wojno

DeVuyst Koetje Richardville Woodward

DeWeese Kolb Richner Woronchak

Drolet Kooiman Rocca Zelenko

Ehardt

Nays--10

Anderson Murphy Reeves Spade

Jamnick Phillips Rivet Switalski

McConico Plakas

In The Chair: Julian

The House agreed to the title of the bill.

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Reps. Plakas, Murphy, Phillips and Anderson, having reserved the right to explain their protest against the passage of the bill, made the following statement:

"Mr. Speaker and members of the House:

Second Reading of Bills

House Bill No. 4690, entitled

A bill to enter into the interstate compact for the supervision of adult offenders; and for related purposes.

The bill was read a second time.

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

The motion prevailed.

House Bill No. 5091, entitled

A bill to allow state agencies and units of local government to place the national motto in public buildings in this state.

The bill was read a second time.

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

The motion prevailed.

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

The motion prevailed.

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of

Motions and Resolutions

Reps. Kilpatrick, Vander Roest, Cassis, Jansen, McConico, Lemmons, DeRossett, Hager, Bishop, Stewart, Koetje, Raczkowski, Ehardt, Faunce, Rivet, Schauer, Wojno, Bovin, Thomas, Frank, Woodward, Anderson, Lipsey, Hansen, Jacobs, Bob Brown, Adamini, Schermesser, Minore, Kolb, Jamnick, Garza, Whitmer, Dennis, Gieleghem, Clarke, DeWeese, Pappageorge, Spade, Van Woerkom, Richner, Shulman, Waters, Lockwood, Hardman, Daniels, Hale, Zelenko, Switalski, Clark, Mead, Birkholz, Stallworth, Rison and Murphy offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 225.

A resolution honoring Bishop Sandy Dixon, Jr., Ph.D., on his 40th pastoral anniversary.

Whereas, The observance of the 40th anniversary of the service of Bishop Sandy Dixon, Jr., is an event of significance far beyond the reaches of Faith Temple Full Gospel Church and the community of Detroit, Michigan. In his long and devoted efforts to offer spiritual and personal guidance to others through the ministry, this dedicated and unselfish man has touched many lives through the power of faith. Gifts like these are of importance to everyone; and

Whereas, In the years since Bishop Dixon came to work with the individuals and families of the Faith Temple Full Gospel Church, the congregation has come to highly value all of the talents of this outstanding and effective spiritual leader. Bishop Dixon has dedicated much of his life to Faith Temple Gospel Church, which he founded and organized in 1961; and

Whereas, In addition to his pastorate, Bishop Dixon has taught in the Detroit public schools for more than 30 years. In 1968, he was runner-up in the Detroit News' "Favorite Teacher" contest. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Science Degree and a Master of Science Degree from the University of Detroit, along with a Doctor of Philosophy Degree from Michigan State University. His theology studies were done at the California Graduate School of Theology in Glendale, California. In the community, Bishop Dixon served as president of his Block Club and participated in the Beautiful Block and Christmas Contests where he won numerous prizes and recognition awards. He has also received several recognition certificates and awards from the city of Detroit and the state of Michigan for his outstanding service; and

Whereas, Bishop Dixon is indeed a beloved and godly pastor and an excellent teacher who serves as a model for students in these times when they need, and are inwardly longing for, positive heroes to emulate; and

Whereas, As the family and friends who have come to witness Bishop Dixon's good works can attest, the services and sermons are only part of his presence. His private help to the needy, through encouragement, prayer, or putting a person in touch with someone with the resources to help, is a true gift. Through those who have been blessed by these works, the entire community has been enriched; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body honor Bishop Sandy Dixon, Jr., Ph.D., as he celebrates his 40th pastoral anniversary. Our great state is blessed that he chose Michigan for his heavenly mission; and be it further

Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be transmitted to Bishop Sandy Dixon, Jr., Ph.D., as a symbol of our esteem.

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. Thomas, Pestka, Vander Roest, Cassis, McConico, Lemmons, DeRossett, Hager, Stewart, Koetje, Ehardt, Faunce, Rivet, Schauer, Wojno, Bovin, Frank, Woodward, Bernero, Lipsey, Hansen, Jacobs, Bob Brown, Adamini, Schermesser, Minore, Kolb, Jamnick, Garza, Whitmer, Dennis, Gieleghem, Clarke, DeWeese, Pappageorge, Spade, Van Woerkom, Richner, Waters, Lockwood, Hardman, Daniels, Hale, Zelenko, Switalski, Clark, Plakas, Birkholz, Stallworth, and Murphy offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 226.

A resolution honoring Mary Edmond, upon her being selected as the Joe Parker Freedom Conductor Award recipient.

Whereas, It is a pleasure to offer congratulations to Mary Edmond upon her being selected as the Joe Parker Freedom Conductor Award recipient. With the record that this talented and energetic researcher has compiled over the years, this is a most fitting symbol of excellence in an endeavor of great importance; and

Whereas, In receiving the Joe Parker Freedom Conductor Award, Mary Edmond is being singled out for her exceptional contributions to the preservation, promotion, and advancement of the Underground Railroad history and research. We applaud the dedication she has consistently displayed and offer our thanks for her leadership in preserving Michigan's important role in the Underground Railroad; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of the this legislative body join in honoring Mary Edmond upon her being the recipient of the Joe Parker Freedom Conductor Award; and be it further

Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be transmitted to Mary Edmond as a token of our respect for her fine work.

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. Bernero, Vander Roest, Cassis, McConico, Lemmons, DeRossett, Hager, Bishop, Richardville, Neumann, Stewart, Woronchak, Mortimer, Koetje, Julian, Raczkowski, Ehardt, Faunce, Vander Veen, Pestka, Rivet, Schauer, Wojno, Bovin, Thomas, Woodward, Bradstreet, Anderson, Lipsey, Hansen, Jacobs, Bob Brown, Adamini, Schermesser, Minore, Kolb, Jamnick, Whitmer, Dennis, Gieleghem, Clarke, Rocca, DeWeese, Pappageorge, Spade, Drolet, Mans, Scranton, Van Woerkom, Richner, Shulman, Basham, Waters, Lockwood, Hardman, Daniels, Hale, Voorhees, Toy, Zelenko, Switalski, Clark, Mead, Plakas, George, Birkholz, Gilbert, Caul, Stallworth and Murphy offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 227.

A resolution honoring the survivors of Pearl Harbor.

Whereas, It is with a shared commitment to the noble ideals of our country that we join with the membership of the Friends of Michigan History and The Military Order of the World Wars Mid-Michigan Chapter in saluting Bert Swarthout, Lt. Colonel John Wilberding, John Cole, Roman Grabowski, Mile Brickey, and the many other brave survivors of Pearl Harbor. These loyal and unselfish individuals are honored for their dedication to our country and their families. As members and friends gather to commend these patriotic survivors and remember the 60th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, we add our own thanks for the contributions these survivors continue to make to keep our cherished liberties alive; and

Whereas, Bert Swarthout, Lt. Col. John Wilberding, John Cole, Roman Grabowski, and Miles Brickey, veterans of the United States Armed Forces and survivors of Pearl Harbor, never stopped serving their country when their formal military duties were at a close. Deeply appreciative of the opportunities and responsibilities of citizenship in our system of self-government, these men set an example that is most admirable. This has been apparent through many aspects of their life, but most especially through their devotion to the Pearl Harbor Survivors Association and programs of the Friends of Michigan History; and

Whereas, These brave servicemen are an outstanding example of the kind of people who are not content to sit idly while others take action. Through their self-sacrifice, they made it clear that we have opportunities each and every day to put our love of country to good use in helping out our fellow citizens. We all have benefitted from the patriotism that these men of Pearl Harbor have shown; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body honor Bert Swarthout, Lt. Colonel John Wilberding, John Cole, Roman Grabowski, Miles Brickey, and the many other survivors of Pearl Harbor, as they are recognized for their excellence in service to the United States of America; and be it further

Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be transmitted to Bert Swarthout, Lt. Col. John Wilberding, John Cole, Roman Grabowski, Miles Brickey, and the many other survivors of Pearl Harbor as a token of our esteem.

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. Middaugh, Vander Roest, Cassis, Lemmons, DeRossett, Hager, Neumann, Stewart, Mortimer, Kuipers, Julian, Raczkowski, Ehardt, Vander Veen, DeWeese, Pappageorge, Scranton, Van Woerkom, Richner, Shulman, Lockwood, Voorhees, Toy, Switalski, George and Birkholz offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 228.

A resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States to enact the appropriate legislation to grant the President trade promotion negotiating authority.

Whereas, Everyone is deeply concerned with job creation, economic stability, and expanding economic prosperity throughout all of America; and

Whereas, The United States is the biggest player in international trade, accounting for 12.7 percent of all world exports; and

Whereas, United States exports account for about 11 percent of our Gross Domestic Product. Our country exported $1.097 trillion in goods and services in 2000, which supported 12 million jobs in the United States; and

Whereas, United States exports account for approximately one-fifth of all manufacturing jobs, while approximately one-third of all United States farmland is planted with crops for export; and

Whereas, Growth in United States exports has been responsible for about one-third of real economic growth over the last ten years; and

Whereas, Studies show that export-related jobs pay 13 to 18 percent more than the average job; and

Whereas, Many of these jobs depend upon continued access to foreign markets and increased openness of those markets; and

Whereas, The combined outcome of the NAFTA and the Uruguay Round Trade Agreement has increased United States national income by $40 billion to $60 billion a year; and

Whereas, The increased competition arising from these two agreements has resulted in savings of $1,000 to $1,300 for the average family of four; and

Whereas, Our foreign competitors are aggressively moving forward to pursue their own economic interests through their own trade agreements; and

Whereas, While the United States is involved with only 2 out of 130 globally enforced trade agreements, Western Europe is gaining ground, signing 909 bilateral investment treaties according to the World Trade Organization; and

Whereas, Without trade promotion authority, the ability of the United States to expand and open markets around the world is being seriously constrained, and United States businesses and farmers are losing market opportunities to foreign competitors; and

Whereas, From 1974-1994 every United States President has received trade promotion negotiating authority from Congress; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we memorialize the Congress of the United States to enact the appropriate legislation to grant the President trade promotion negotiating authority; 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 Commerce.

Reps. Middaugh, Vander Roest, Cassis, Jansen, Lemmons, DeRossett, Hager, Neumann, Stewart, Mortimer, Kuipers, Julian, Raczkowski, Ehardt, Vander Veen, DeWeese, Pappageorge, Scranton, Van Woerkom, Richner, Shulman, Lockwood, Voorhees, Toy, Switalski, George and Birkholz offered the following concurrent resolution:

House Concurrent Resolution No. 44.

A concurrent resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States to enact the appropriate legislation to grant the President trade promotion negotiating authority.