No. 38

STATE OF MICHIGAN

Journal of the Senate

92nd Legislature

REGULAR SESSION OF 2003

Senate Chamber, Lansing, Tuesday, April 29, 2003.

 

10:00 a.m.

 

The Senate was called to order by the President, Lieutenant Governor John D. Cherry, Jr.

 

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

 

 
Allen--presentEmerson--presentOlshove--present
Barcia--presentGarcia--presentPatterson--present
Basham--presentGeorge--presentPrusi--present
Bernero--presentGilbert--presentSanborn--present
Birkholz--presentGoschka--presentSchauer--present
Bishop--presentHammerstrom--presentScott--present
Brater--presentHardiman--presentSikkema--present
Brown--presentJacobs--presentStamas--present
Cassis--presentJelinek--presentSwitalski--present
Cherry--presentJohnson--presentThomas--present
Clark-Coleman--presentKuipers--presentToy--present
Clarke--presentLeland--presentVan Woerkom--present

Cropsey--present McManus--present

 

 

Reverend John Toth of Dimondale Presbyterian Church of Dimondale offered the following invocation:

O God, Whom we call by different names and Whose realness we may sometimes doubt, but to Whom we return when life gets hard--our Creator, our Redeemer, our Judge, humbly we bow before You, and invoke Your blessing on this session of the Michigan Senate.

We gather in thanksgiving for the blessings of our nation and state. We pray for guidance for our Senators and Representatives. We pray for our Governor and all who serve as workers in our great state. We pray for our President and nation, especially in this difficult time. Bless those who serve in our armed forces. Touch with grace and mercy those who have felt the pain of grief and loss in service to our nation. Watch over all who continue to serve in various places around this world.

In these constant changing times, may all who make decisions affecting the well-being of people near and far have Your holy wisdom with them. Keep those we love in safety as we labor here today. So bless us all as we live and serve. Amen.

 

The President, Lieutenant Governor Cherry, led the members of the Senate in recital of the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

 

Motions and Communications

 

 

The following communication was received:

Office of the Auditor General

April 24, 2003

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

Performance Audit of Adult Protective Services, Family Independence Agency, April 2003.

Sincerely,

Thomas H. McTavish, C.P.A.

Auditor General

The communication was referred to the Secretary for record.

 

 

The following communication was received and read:

Office of the Senate Majority Leader

April 28, 2003

Pursuant to MCL 388.1301, Section 1, Article III (a), I have appointed Senator Wayne Kuipers to serve on the Education Commission of the States.

Respectfully yours,

Ken Sikkema

Senate Majority Leader

The communication was referred to the Secretary for record.

 

 

The Secretary announced the enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor on Monday, April 28, for her approval the following bill:

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 105 at 4:09 p.m.

 

 

The Secretary announced that the following bills were available at the legislative Web site on Thursday, April 24:

Senate Bill Nos. 379 380 381 382 383 384 385 386 387 388 389 390 391 392 393 394 395 396

 

 

The Secretary announced that the following bills were available at the legislative Web site on Friday, April 25:

Senate Bill Nos. 397 398 399 400 401 402 403 404 405 406 407 408 409

 

By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of

General Orders

 

 

Senator Hammerstrom moved that the Senate resolve itself into the Committee of the Whole for consideration of the General Orders calendar.

The motion prevailed, and the President, Lieutenant Governor Cherry, designated Senator Kuipers as Chairperson.

After some time spent therein, the Committee arose; and, the President, Lieutenant Governor Cherry, having resumed the Chair, the Committee reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:

House Bill No. 4259, entitled

A bill to amend 1929 PA 152, entitled "An act to provide for the state-owned and operated Michigan public safety communications system for police and public safety purposes; to provide for acquisition, construction, implementation, operation, and maintenance of the property and equipment necessary to operate the system; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and officials," by amending section 3 (MCL 28.283), as amended by 1996 PA 538.

Substitute (S-1).

The Senate agreed to the substitute recommended by the Committee of the Whole, and the bill as substituted was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.

 

 

Resolutions

 

 

The question was placed on the adoption of the following resolution consent calendar:

Senate Resolution No. 73

Senate Resolution No. 74

The resolution consent calendar was adopted.

 

Senators Stamas and Allen offered the following resolution:

Senate Resolution No. 73.

A resolution commemorating the Twenty-fifth Anniversary of the MATRIX:MIDLAND Festival.

Whereas, The Michigan Senate is proud to commemorate the Twenty-fifth Anniversary of one of our state's most prestigious events, the 2003 MATRIX:MIDLAND Festival, May 28-June 13, 2003, at the Midland Center for the Arts. This annual event brings a most distinguished assembly of visitors to the mid-Michigan area and offers exceptional programs for the enjoyment and entertainment of the citizens of our state; and

Whereas, A nationally respected forum for creative people in the arts, sciences, and humanities, the MATRIX:MIDLAND Festival provides a supportive environment where new ideas and endeavors are nurtured and old ones re-evaluated or viewed from new perspectives; and

Whereas, It is with great enthusiasm and anticipated pleasure that we welcome this year's celebrated performers to our state. Throughout the past twenty-five years of growth and creativity, the talents of the participants, in cooperation with the dedication and efforts of the Michigan citizens organizing the MATRIX:MIDLAND Festival, have made this celebration one of Michigan's greatest assets; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate, That we hereby accord praise and tribute to commemorate the Twenty-fifth Anniversary season of the MATRIX:MIDLAND Festival; and be it further

Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be transmitted to the Midland Center for the Arts as evidence of our support for their efforts.

Senators Leland, Van Woerkom, Garcia, Jacobs, Toy, Bishop, Cropsey, Switalski, Kuipers, Clarke and Cherry were named co-sponsors of the resolution.

 

 

Senator Bishop offered the following resolution:

Senate Resolution No. 74.

A resolution to commemorate June 7, 2003, as Michigan Trailways Day.

Whereas, The Michigan Trailway System is a statewide system of land corridors passing through Michigan's communities and countryside, featuring broad, smooth-surfaced trails perfect for many activities and accessible to everyone; and

Whereas, Trailways follow inactive railroad lines, shorelines, and other corridors. Linking together whenever possible, the statewide network of trailways will connect our communities, parks, public lands, and natural resources; and

Whereas, This network has potential to encompass hundreds of miles of trailways, creating a web of activity that stretches from Lake Huron to Lake Michigan, from the south state line to the Mackinac Straits and across the Upper Peninsula; and

Whereas, Trailways are more than just pathways from place to place. They open the way to many modes of travel of which they take you through the entire range of Michigan environments, including forests, wetlands, river and lake shorelines, farmlands, shopping areas, residential areas, and industrial areas; and

Whereas, It offers an unlimited potential for year-round recreation. Often surrounded by attractive natural areas, trailways are great places for the people of our communities to bicycle, walk, run, hike, ski, ride horses, and snowmobile; and

Whereas, As the trailway system expands and becomes well-known, Michigan's image as a leader in great outdoor recreation will grow along with it. Visitors drawn to our state by the system will benefit the entire state's tourism economy. It is appropriate to commemorate and designate June 7, 2003, as Michigan Trailways Day; and

Whereas, It is clear that many generations will come to enjoy the trailways and make it part of their lives and the memories of their best times with family and friends; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate, That we commemorate June 7, 2003, as Trailways Day in Michigan and encourage all citizens to support the efforts of these trailway resources in their communities.

Senators Brown, Leland, Van Woerkom, Garcia, Jacobs, Toy, Cropsey, Schauer, Switalski, Kuipers, Thomas, Clarke and Cherry were named co-sponsors of the resolution.

 

 

Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 20.

A concurrent resolution to urge the United States Department of Homeland Security to locate its Midwestern headquarters at the Selfridge Air National Guard Base in Macomb County.

The question being on the adoption of the concurrent resolution,

Senator Schauer offered the following amendments:

1. Amend the third Whereas clause, line 5, after "ahead;" by inserting "and

Whereas, The Weapons of Mass Destruction Support Team is located at Fort Custer Military Training Center in Calhoun and Kalamazoo Counties. This team will be crucial in ensuring homeland security for Michigan residents;".

2. Amend the first Resolved clause, line 3, after "County" by inserting "or Fort Custer Military Training Center in Calhoun and Kalamazoo Counties".

The amendments were not adopted.

The concurrent resolution was adopted.

 

 

Senate Resolution No. 66.

A resolution to urge the United States Department of Homeland Security to locate its Midwestern headquarters at the Selfridge Air National Guard Base in Macomb County.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

Senator Schauer offered the following amendments:

1. Amend the third Whereas clause, line 5, after "ahead;" by inserting "and

Whereas, The Weapons of Mass Destruction Support Team is located at Fort Custer Military Training Center in Calhoun and Kalamazoo Counties. This team will be crucial in ensuring homeland security for Michigan residents;".

2. Amend the first Resolved clause, line 2, after "County" by inserting "or Fort Custer Military Training Center in Calhoun and Kalamazoo Counties".

The amendments were not adopted.

 

Senator Scott offered the following amendments:

1. Amend the resolution, following the first Whereas clause, by inserting:

"Whereas, In the Midwest, an excellent site for a regional headquarters is the city of Detroit in Wayne County; and".

2. Amend the first Resolved clause, line 2, after "County" by inserting "or the city of Detroit in Wayne County".

The amendments were not adopted.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted.

 

 

Senate Resolution No. 65.

A resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States to enact the Armed Forces Tax Fairness Act of 2003.

The resolution was adopted.

 

 

Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 4.

A concurrent resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States to repeal the federal excise tax on telephone and other communications services.

The question being on the adoption of the concurrent resolution,

The concurrent resolution was adopted.

Senator Bishop was named co-sponsor of the concurrent resolution.

Senator Sikkema offered the following resolution:

Senate Resolution No. 75.

A resolution offered as a memorial for Martha Griffiths, President of the Senate from 1983 to 1990.

Whereas, It is with great admiration for the impact of her life of service to our state and nation that we mark the passing of Martha Griffiths, who served as the President of the Michigan Senate from 1983 to 1990. A true pioneer in many aspects of her varied and accomplishment-filled career, Martha Griffiths was a leader not only in shaping laws and public policy, but also in revamping attitudes and aspirations in our society; and

Whereas, History will remember Martha Griffiths as one of the most important advocates for women's rights of her time. During her twenty-year tenure in Congress, she spearheaded legislative reforms, including making sure women's rights were included in the landmark 1964 Civil Rights Act. With great determination, a strong sense of history, and personal integrity, she led the drive seeking passage of the Equal Rights Amendment that helped awaken public consciousness. In addition, she was a tireless and articulate voice of common sense and fairness on all issues; and

Whereas, In all her work, from the practice of law to responsibilities as a judge and from her membership on several corporate boards to her legendary work wielding the gavel in this legislative body, Martha Griffiths acted out of a deep love of people and our democracy. Her warmth, humor, and character touched all who knew her and inspired a generation of young women to pursue public service. Michigan is far stronger for her life and commitment; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate, That we honor the memory of Martha Griffiths, judge, legislator, congresswoman, lieutenant governor, and pioneer in advancing women's rights in our nation; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the Griffiths family as evidence of our deep respect for her memory.

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

Senator Hammerstrom moved that the rule be suspended.

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

The resolution was adopted by a unanimous standing vote of the Senate.

Senator Hammerstrom moved that rule 3.204 be suspended to name the entire membership of the Senate and the Lieutenant Governor as co-sponsors of the resolution.

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

 

 

Senator Sikkema asked and was granted unanimous consent to make a statement and moved that the statement be printed in the Journal.

The motion prevailed.

Senator Sikkema's statement is as follows:

I just wanted to make a couple of brief comments about Martha Griffiths. I think it's fitting that we did the memorial resolution a few moments ago, and last week, many members had an opportunity to make some observations about her role in Michigan history. We have witnessed the passing of a truly unique individual. As the history of Michigan continues to be written, I think Martha Griffiths will go down as one of the real pioneers and leaders in Michigan history. It wasn't just her public career which obviously spanned many decades, but she was a Recorder's Court judge, she was a Congresswoman, and she served as President of this body for eight years. She was truly a pioneer on issues as well, and she was a tremendous advocate.

I have to say that I'm glad I never had to suffer from her wit because I think others did, including members of her own party. Michigan has benefited from her service and presence, but at the same time, I think her passing away has been a real loss for this state.

 

 

Senator Sikkema offered the following concurrent resolution:

Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 22.

A concurrent resolution offered as a memorial for Martha Griffiths, President of the Senate from 1983 to 1990.

Whereas, It is with great admiration for the impact of her life of service to our state and nation that we mark the passing of Martha Griffiths, who served as the President of the Michigan Senate from 1983 to 1990. A true pioneer in many aspects of her varied and accomplishment-filled career, Martha Griffiths was a leader not only in shaping laws and public policy, but also in revamping attitudes and aspirations in our society; and

Whereas, History will remember Martha Griffiths as one of the most important advocates for women's rights of her time. During her twenty-year tenure in Congress, she spearheaded legislative reforms, including making sure women's rights were included in the landmark 1964 Civil Rights Act. With great determination, a strong sense of history, and personal integrity, she led the drive seeking passage of the Equal Rights Amendment that helped awaken public consciousness. In addition, she was a tireless and articulate voice of common sense and fairness on all issues; and

Whereas, In all her work, from the practice of law to responsibilities as a judge and from her membership on several corporate boards to her legendary work wielding the gavel in this legislative body, Martha Griffiths acted out of a deep love of people and our democracy. Her warmth, humor, and character touched all who knew her and inspired a generation of young women to pursue public service. Michigan is far stronger for her life and commitment; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate (the House of Representatives concurring), That we honor the memory of Martha Griffiths, judge, legislator, congresswoman, lieutenant governor, and pioneer in advancing women's rights in our nation; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the Griffiths family as evidence of our deep respect for her memory.

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

Senator Hammerstrom moved that the rule be suspended.

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

The concurrent resolution was adopted by a unanimous standing vote of the Senate.

Senator Hammerstrom moved that rule 3.204 be suspended to name the entire membership of the Senate and the Lieutenant Governor as co-sponsors of the concurrent resolution.

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

 

 

Introduction and Referral of Bills

 

 

Senators Olshove, Cherry, Bernero, Clark-Coleman, Jacobs and Scott introduced

Senate Bill No. 410, entitled

A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.532) by adding section 270.

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

 

 

Senators Bernero, Jacobs, Brater, Scott, Clark-Coleman, Cherry, Thomas, Schauer, Switalski and Basham introduced

Senate Bill No. 411, entitled

A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 147b (MCL 750.147b), as added by 1988 PA 371.

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

 

 

Senators Jacobs, Bernero, Brater, Scott, Cherry, Thomas, Schauer, Switalski and Basham introduced

Senate Bill No. 412, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 16g of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16g), as amended by 2002 PA 630.

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

 

 

Senators Brater, Jacobs, Bernero, Prusi and Clark-Coleman introduced

Senate Bill No. 413, entitled

A bill to amend 1941 PA 122, entitled "An act to establish the revenue collection duties of the department of treasury; to prescribe its powers and duties as the revenue collection agency of the state; to prescribe certain powers and duties of the state treasurer; to regulate the importation, stamping, and disposition of certain tobacco products; to provide for the transfer of powers and duties now vested in certain other state boards, commissions, departments and offices; to prescribe certain duties of and require certain reports from the department of treasury; to provide procedures for the payment, administration, audit, assessment, levy of interests or penalties on, and appeals of taxes and tax liability; to prescribe its powers and duties if an agreement to act as agent for a city to administer, collect, and enforce the city income tax act on behalf of a city is entered into with any city; to provide an appropriation; to abolish the state board of tax administration; to prescribe penalties and provide remedies; and to declare the effect of this act," by amending sections 19 and 24 (MCL 205.19 and 205.24), as amended by 2002 PA 657.

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

 

 

Senator Emerson introduced

Senate Bill No. 414, entitled

A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act," by amending section 6 (MCL 205.96), as amended by 1998 PA 266.

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

Senator Emerson introduced

Senate Bill No. 415, entitled

A bill to amend 1941 PA 122, entitled "An act to establish the revenue collection duties of the department of treasury; to prescribe its powers and duties as the revenue collection agency of the state; to prescribe certain powers and duties of the state treasurer; to regulate the importation, stamping, and disposition of certain tobacco products; to provide for the transfer of powers and duties now vested in certain other state boards, commissions, departments and offices; to prescribe certain duties of and require certain reports from the department of treasury; to provide procedures for the payment, administration, audit, assessment, levy of interests or penalties on, and appeals of taxes and tax liability; to prescribe its powers and duties if an agreement to act as agent for a city to administer, collect, and enforce the city income tax act on behalf of a city is entered into with any city; to provide an appropriation; to abolish the state board of tax administration; to prescribe penalties and provide remedies; and to declare the effect of this act," (MCL 205.1 to 205.31) by adding section 30d.

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

 

 

Senator Emerson introduced

Senate Bill No. 416, entitled

A bill to amend 1993 PA 330, entitled "State real estate transfer tax act," by amending sections 2, 3, 5, 9, and 16 (MCL 207.522, 207.523, 207.525, 207.529, and 207.536), section 5 as amended by 1994 PA 224 and section 9 as amended by 1994 PA 255.

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

 

 

Senator Emerson introduced

Senate Bill No. 417, entitled

A bill to amend 1929 PA 48, entitled "An act levying a specific tax to be known as the severance tax upon all producers engaged in the business of severing oil and gas from the soil; prescribing the method of collecting the tax; requiring all producers of such products or purchasers thereof to make reports; to provide penalties; to provide exemptions and refunds; to prescribe the disposition of the funds so collected; and to exempt those paying such specific tax from certain other taxes," by amending section 15 (MCL 205.315).

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

 

 

Senator Emerson introduced

Senate Bill No. 418, entitled

A bill to amend 1975 PA 228, entitled "Single business tax act," by amending section 22a (MCL 208.22a), as amended by 1996 PA 578.

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

 

 

Senator Emerson introduced

Senate Bill No. 419, entitled

A bill to amend 1975 PA 228, entitled "Single business tax act," (MCL 208.1 to 208.145) by adding sections 79 and 79a.

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

 

 

Senator Emerson introduced

Senate Bill No. 420, entitled

A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General sales tax act," by amending section 15 (MCL 205.65), as amended by 2002 PA 579.

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

 

 

Senator Emerson introduced

Senate Bill No. 421, entitled

A bill to amend 1941 PA 122, entitled "An act to establish the revenue collection duties of the department of treasury; to prescribe its powers and duties as the revenue collection agency of the state; to prescribe certain powers and duties of the state treasurer; to regulate the importation, stamping, and disposition of certain tobacco products; to provide for the transfer of powers and duties now vested in certain other state boards, commissions, departments and offices; to prescribe certain duties of and require certain reports from the department of treasury; to provide procedures for the payment, administration, audit, assessment, levy of interests or penalties on, and appeals of taxes and tax liability; to prescribe its powers and duties if an agreement to act as agent for a city to administer, collect, and enforce the city income tax act on behalf of a city is entered into with any city; to provide an appropriation; to abolish the state board of tax administration; to prescribe penalties and provide remedies; and to declare the effect of this act," by amending section 27a (MCL 205.27a), as amended by 2002 PA 657.

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

 

 

Senator Emerson introduced

Senate Bill No. 422, entitled

A bill to amend 1975 PA 228, entitled "Single business tax act," by amending section 9 (MCL 208.9), as amended by 2001 PA 230.

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

 

 

Senator Emerson introduced

Senate Bill No. 423, entitled

A bill to amend 1975 PA 228, entitled "Single business tax act," by amending sections 3, 36, and 71 (MCL 208.3, 208.36, and 208.71), sections 3 and 71 as amended by 1999 PA 115 and section 36 as amended by 1995 PA 284.

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

 

 

Senator Emerson introduced

Senate Bill No. 424, entitled

A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," by amending section 4 (MCL 206.4).

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

 

 

Committee Reports

 

 

The Committee on Families and Human Services reported

House Bill No. 4332, entitled

A bill to amend 1937 PA 345, entitled "Fire fighters and police officers retirement act," by amending sections 6, 6a, and 6b (MCL 38.556, 38.556a, and 38.556b), section 6 as amended by 2002 PA 98, section 6a as amended by 1982 PA 145, and section 6b as added by 1986 PA 30.

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

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

Bill Hardiman

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Hardiman, Jacobs and Clark-Coleman

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.

 

 

The Committee on Families and Human Services reported

Senate Bill No. 22, 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.

Bill Hardiman

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Hardiman, Jacobs and Clark-Coleman

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee on Appropriations.

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

 

The Committee on Families and Human Services submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, April 24, 2003, at 8:30 a.m., Room 210, Farnum Building

Present: Senators Hardiman (C), Jacobs and Clark-Coleman

Excused: Senators Hammerstrom and Sanborn

 

 

The Committee on Education reported

Senate Bill No. 365, entitled

A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled "The state school aid act of 1979," by amending section 94a (MCL 388.1694a), as amended by 2002 PA 521.

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.

Wayne Kuipers

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Kuipers, Cassis, Van Woerkom, Clark-Coleman and Leland

Nays: None

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

 

 

The Committee on Education reported

Senate Bill No. 366, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending sections 1526 and 1526a (MCL 380.1526 and 380.1526a), section 1526 as amended by 1995 PA 289 and section 1526a as added by 1996 PA 159; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

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

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

Wayne Kuipers

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Kuipers, Cassis and Van Woerkom

Nays: Senators Clark-Coleman and Leland

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

 

 

The Committee on Education reported

Senate Bill No. 364, entitled

A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled "The state school aid act of 1979," by amending section 101 (MCL 388.1701), as amended by 2002 PA 476.

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.

Wayne Kuipers

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Kuipers, Cassis and Van Woerkom

Nays: Senators Clark-Coleman and Leland

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

 

 

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

 

The Committee on Education submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, April 24, 2003, at 1:00 p.m., Room 210, Farnum Building

Present: Senators Kuipers (C), Cassis, Van Woerkom, Clark-Coleman and Leland

 

 

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

 

The Subcommittee on Department of Transportation submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, April 1, 2003, at 2:00 p.m., Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

Present: Senators Johnson (C), Stamas and Barcia

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

 

The Committee on Technology and Energy submitted the following:

Meeting held on Wednesday, April 23, 2003, at 3:00 p.m., Room 210, Farnum Building

Present: Senators Patterson (C), Toy, Birkholz, Brown, Cassis and Leland

Excused: Senators Olshove and Bernero

 

 

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

 

The Committee on Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, April 24, 2003, at 11:30 a.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower (formerly Michigan National Tower)

Present: Senators Birkholz (C), Patterson, Van Woerkom and Brater

Excused: Senator Basham

 

 

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

 

The Subcommittee on Department of Natural Resources submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, April 24, 2003, at 11:40 a.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower (formerly Michigan National Tower)

Present: Senators McManus (C), Johnson, Jelinek, Barcia and Cherry

 

 

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

 

The Subcommittee on Department of Community Health submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, April 24, 2003, at 2:00 p.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower (formerly Michigan National Tower)

Present: Senators Stamas (C), George, Johnson and Cherry

Excused: Senators Garcia and Clarke

 

 

Scheduled Meetings

 

 

Agriculture, Forestry and Tourism - Thursday, May 1, 8:30 a.m., Room 110, Farnum Building (373-1635)

 

Appropriations - Wednesday, April 30, and Thursday, May 1, 1:00 p.m., Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373-2523)

Subcommittees -

Community Health Department - Tuesdays, May 6 and May 13, 2:00 p.m., Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373-7946)

K-12, School Aid, Education - Thursday, May 1, 8:30 a.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower (formerly Michigan National Tower) (373-6960)

 

Banking and Financial Institutions - Thursday, May 1, 1:00 p.m., Room 100, Farnum Building (373-2417)

 

Finance - Wednesday, April 30, 12:00 noon, Room 110, Farnum Building (373-1758)

 

Health Policy - Wednesday, April 30, 1:00 p.m., Rooms 402 and 403, Capitol Building (373-3543)

 

Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs and Natural Resources Department Appropriations Subcommittee - Wednesday, April 30, 8:30 a.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower (formerly Michigan National Tower) (373-3447)

Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs, Natural Resources Department Appropriations Subcommittee, and Environmental Quality Department Appropriations Subcommittee - Thursday, May 8, 11:30 a.m. or later immediately following session, Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373-3447)

 

Technology and Energy - Wednesday, April 30, 3:00 p.m., Room 210, Farnum Building (373-7350)

 

Transportation - Wednesday, April 30, 7:00 p.m., Hudsonville City Hall Commission Chambers, 3275 Central Boulevard, Hudsonville, and Monday, May 5, 7:00 p.m., Oakland County Commissioners Auditorium, 1200 N. Telegraph Road, Pontiac (373-7708)

 

 

Senator Hammerstrom moved that the Senate adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 10:43 a.m.

 

The President, Lieutenant Governor Cherry, declared the Senate adjourned until Wednesday, April 30, 2003, at 10:00 a.m.

 

 

CAROL MOREY VIVENTI

Secretary of the Senate