No. 18
STATE OF MICHIGAN
Journal of the Senate
97th Legislature
REGULAR SESSION OF 2013
Senate Chamber, Lansing, Wednesday, February 27, 2013.
10:00 a.m.
The Senate was called to order by the President, Lieutenant Governor Brian N. Calley.
The roll was called by the Secretary of the Senate, who announced that a quorum was present.
Anderson—present Hopgood—present Pappageorge—present
Bieda—present Hune—present Pavlov—present
Booher—present Hunter—excused Proos—present
Brandenburg—present Jansen—present Richardville—present
Casperson—present Johnson—present Robertson—present
Caswell—present Jones—present Rocca—present
Colbeck—present Kahn—present Schuitmaker—present
Emmons—present Kowall—present Smith—present
Green—present Marleau—present Walker—present
Gregory—present Meekhof—present Warren—present
Hansen—present Moolenaar—present Whitmer—present
Hildenbrand—present Nofs—present Young—present
Hood—present
Master Chaplain Bishop Richard C. Popard of Anchor of Hope Church of God of Saginaw offered the following invocation:
Our most gracious Heavenly Father, today, we come into Your gates with thanksgiving and into Your courts with praise. Allow us, O God, to dwell in the secret place of the Most High and to abide under the shadow of the Almighty. We are a grateful people who enjoy the many blessings that You have bestowed on this state. We rejoice in Your vision which inspired the founders of our nation to establish it under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice.
Heavenly Father, we have not forgotten two words; they have not gone unnoticed; they are not out of sight; they have not been removed from our minds; and they are still on top of the Washington Monument. These two words are at the highest point, over the most powerful city in the world, just seven letters: “Laus Deo” (Praise be to God). When the President stands and addresses the Union, above him reads, “In God we trust.”
We lift up our eyes to the hills, from whence comes our help. Our help comes from the Lord, which made heaven and earth. We are a people called by Your name, humbling ourselves in prayer, seeking Your face. We have turned from wicked ways that You may hear us, forgive us, and heal our land. We thank You for those patriots who have sacrificed and died in defense of our nation. Also for the young men and women who presently serve to defend our country, both here and abroad, we are indeed grateful and pray for their well-being. We thank You for the emergency service workers serving currently and have retired—to protect them. Keeping them safe is our request each and every day.
It is my privilege to come before You and ask guidance for the men and women of this assembly, sending Your Spirit to direct the decisions that will be made today and in our future. These are good people, Lord; sincere, dedicated, and strong in their acknowledgement of Your sovereignty. They are Your servants and in need of Your direction. Endow their hearts with Your spirit of wisdom, sustain them as they lead us, and strengthen their resolve as our state and nation seek to serve You in this world. “When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice.”
These are days that we need You to be close to us, to give us hope, and assurance for our future. Allow every person here to feel Your anointing and to warm ourselves by the fires of Your Spirit. We lift up this great state of Michigan before You and the people who make their home here. Oh, that You would bless us and that Your hand might be with us and that You would keep us from evil, giving us favor with God and men. Bless this assembly today and every day, and may all that is done here be done for Your greater honor and glory.
I humbly ask this in the name of the One who changed my life, Jesus (Yeshua Ha-Mashiach). Amen and Amen.
The President, Lieutenant Governor Calley, led the members of the Senate in recital of the Pledge of Allegiance.
Motions and Communications
Senators Kahn and Hopgood entered the Senate Chamber.
Senator Hopgood moved that Senator Hunter be excused from today’s session.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Meekhof moved that the rules be suspended and that the following bill, now on Committee Reports, be placed on the General Orders calendar for consideration today:
House Bill No. 4153
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The Secretary announced that the following bills were printed and filed on Tuesday, February 26, and are available at the Michigan Legislature website:
Senate Bill Nos. 217 218 219 220 221
Messages from the Governor
The following messages from the Governor were received and read:
February 20, 2013
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointment to office:
Director - Department of Insurance and Financial Services
R. Kevin Clinton of 6410 Oakencliffe Lane, East Lansing, Michigan 48823, county of Ingham, is appointed for a term commencing March 19, 2013, and expiring at the pleasure of the Governor.
February 20, 2013
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointment to office:
Investment Advisory Committee
Steven Arwood of 5665 S. Forrest Hill Road, St. Johns, Michigan 48879, county of Clinton, representing the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, is appointed for a term expiring at the pleasure of the Governor.
February 20, 2013
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointments to office:
Michigan Veterans Facilities Board of Managers
Robert L. Johnson of 2867 Voice Road, Kingsley, Michigan 49649, county of Grand Traverse, representing the American Legion, succeeding Francis G. Veldman, is appointed for a term expiring February 28, 2016.
Lino Pretto of 1506 Eifert Road, Holt, Michigan 48842, county of Ingham, representing veterans, succeeding Willard F. Coffey, is appointed for a term expiring February 28, 2016.
February 20, 2013
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointments to office:
Michigan Veterans Trust Fund Board of Trustees
Robert L. Williams of 1224 Ravina Avenue, Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022, county of Berrien, representing Veterans of Foreign Wars, succeeding James R. Pintar, is appointed for a term expiring February 25, 2016.
Barry A. Wood of 811 N. Kelly Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, county of Barry, representing the American Legion, succeeding John H. Skinner, is appointed for a term expiring February 25, 2016.
February 26, 2013
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointments to office:
Asian Pacific American Affairs Commission
Jamie C. Hsu of 1956 Connolly Drive, Troy, Michigan 48047, county of Oakland, succeeding Clyde Wu, is appointed for a term expiring November 30, 2015.
Toshiki Masaki of 44360 Harsdale Court, Canton, Michigan 48178, county of Wayne, succeeding Marilyn Schlief, is appointed for a term expiring November 30, 2015.
Sincerely,
Rick Snyder
Governor
The appointments were referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
Messages from the House
Senate Bill No. 44, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 295, entitled “Sex offenders registration act,” by amending section 8 (MCL 28.728), as amended by 2011 PA 18.
(For text of amendment, see Senate Journal No. 17, p. 215.)
The question being on concurring in the amendment made to the bill by the House,
The amendment was concurred in, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 29 Yeas—36
Anderson Gregory Kahn Richardville
Bieda Hansen Kowall Robertson
Booher Hildenbrand Marleau Rocca
Brandenburg Hood Meekhof Schuitmaker
Casperson Hopgood Moolenaar Smith
Caswell Hune Nofs Walker
Colbeck Jansen Pappageorge Warren
Emmons Johnson Pavlov Whitmer
Green Jones Proos Young
Nays—0
Excused—1
Hunter
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: President
The question being on concurring in the committee recommendation to give the bill immediate effect,
The recommendation was concurred in, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
The Senate agreed to the full title.
The bill was referred to the Secretary for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.
By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of
General Orders
Senator Meekhof 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 Calley, designated Senator Hansen as Chairperson.
After some time spent therein, the Committee arose; and the President, Lieutenant Governor Calley, having resumed the Chair, the Committee reported back to the Senate, favorably and without amendment, the following bill:
House Bill No. 4153, entitled
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled “General sales tax act,” by amending section 6a (MCL 205.56a), as amended by 2012 PA 509.
The bill was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of
Third Reading of Bills
Senator Meekhof moved that the rules be suspended and that the following bill, now on the order of Third Reading of Bills, be placed on its immediate passage:
House Bill No. 4153
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 162, entitled
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 8 of chapter II (MCL 762.8).
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 30 Yeas—36
Anderson Gregory Kahn Richardville
Bieda Hansen Kowall Robertson
Booher Hildenbrand Marleau Rocca
Brandenburg Hood Meekhof Schuitmaker
Casperson Hopgood Moolenaar Smith
Caswell Hune Nofs Walker
Colbeck Jansen Pappageorge Warren
Emmons Johnson Pavlov Whitmer
Green Jones Proos Young
Nays—0
Excused—1
Hunter
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: President
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 4153, entitled
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled “General sales tax act,” by amending section 6a (MCL 205.56a), as amended by 2012 PA 509.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 31 Yeas—36
Anderson Gregory Kahn Richardville
Bieda Hansen Kowall Robertson
Booher Hildenbrand Marleau Rocca
Brandenburg Hood Meekhof Schuitmaker
Casperson Hopgood Moolenaar Smith
Caswell Hune Nofs Walker
Colbeck Jansen Pappageorge Warren
Emmons Johnson Pavlov Whitmer
Green Jones Proos Young
Nays—0
Excused—1
Hunter
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: President
The question being on concurring in the committee recommendation to give the bill immediate effect,
The recommendation was concurred in, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
Pursuant to Joint Rule 20, the full title of the act shall be inserted to read as follows:
“An act to provide for the raising of additional public revenue by prescribing certain specific taxes, fees, and charges to be paid to the state for the privilege of engaging in certain business activities; to provide, incident to the enforcement thereof, for the issuance of licenses to engage in such occupations; to provide for the ascertainment, assessment and collection thereof; to appropriate the proceeds thereof; and to prescribe penalties for violations of the provisions of this act,”.
The Senate agreed to the full title.
Resolutions
The question was placed on the adoption of the following resolution consent calendar:
Senate Resolution No. 22
The resolution consent calendar was adopted.
Senators Young, Bieda, Johnson, Hood, Hunter, Smith and Anderson offered the following resolution:
Senate Resolution No. 22.
A resolution commemorating the work of musician Sixto Rodriguez and the documentary film about his life, “Searching for Sugar Man.”
Whereas, Sixto Rodriguez, sixth child of Mexican immigrants, born in Detroit, Michigan, released two albums with no commercial success in the United States of America and limited success in Australia. He retired from music, pursued his education, and received a Bachelor of Arts in philosophy from Wayne State University; and
Whereas, He discovered much later that his music had enjoyed great political and commercial success in South Africa. There, his stories of the struggles of the inner-city poor resonated with the strongly segregated population. His music became the voice of a censored generation; one that was told how to act, what to watch, what to listen to, and with whom to associate. Sixto Rodriguez raised questions of segregation, equality, poverty, and opportunity that rallied a poor youth searching for a voice and a sheltered youth seeking to learn about the struggles of their neighbors. He was able to simultaneously reach these two radically different groups of young South Africans, and his songs became anthems of the anti-Apartheid movement and rallying cries for change; and
Whereas, Sixto Rodriguez has enjoyed much recent success in the United States following the release of the film “Searching for Sugar Man.” The film catalogues two fans’ search for Rodriguez after his album went platinum in South Africa, despite rumors of his suicide. He could not address the rumors of his death or capitalize on his fame because he was unaware of it for many years. “Searching for Sugar Man” invigorated his career. Sixto Rodriguez is currently touring again and has been interviewed by numerous programs in 2012 and 2013, including the news program “60 Minutes” and a variety of late-night talk shows. The documentary was the opening film at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival, won the Writers Guild Award for best documentary screenplay, and to further support its noteworthy success, the film won the 85th Academy Award for best documentary feature on Sunday, February 24, 2013; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, That we hereby commemorate the music of Sixto Rodriguez, its power across cultures and time to affect change and resonate with us today, and the documentary film “Searching for Sugar Man,” which it inspired; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Sixto Rodriguez, the director of the film, Malik Bendjelloul, and the producers of the film, Simon Chinn and John Battsek.
Senators Hopgood, Jones, Kowall and Pappageorge were named co‑sponsors of the resolution.
Senator Hansen offered the following resolution:
Senate Resolution No. 20.
A resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States to enact legislation to ensure that amounts credited to the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund are used solely for the dredging, infrastructure, operation, and maintenance of federally-authorized ports, harbors, and waterways.
Whereas, Domestic shippers and importers using Great Lakes and coastal ports pay more than a billion dollars per year in federal harbor maintenance taxes. Congress established the tax to fund harbor operation and maintenance, particularly dredging, at these ports; and
Whereas, Despite a nearly $6.4 billion balance in the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund, our nation’s dredging needs are not being met. Throughout our nation and particularly in the Great Lakes region, the lack of dredging has forced shippers to operate inefficiently and carry lighter loads, costing them millions of dollars each year; and
Whereas, The Obama Administration has only budgeted about half of the revenue collected through the harbor maintenance tax for maintaining our nation’s harbors. Last year, nearly $1.6 billion were collected from shippers, but only $860 million has been allocated for dredging harbors in Michigan and other coastal states; and
Whereas, During the current turbulent economic conditions, we must make every effort to support economic activity by maintaining the infrastructure necessary for commerce. In essentially using harbor maintenance taxes placed in the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund to finance and balance other portions of the federal budget, we are breaking our promise to the shippers paying the tax and hurting our nation’s economic recovery; and
Whereas, Current congressional legislation (H.R. 335 and S. 218) would ensure that harbor maintenance taxes are only used for their intended purpose to maintain our nation’s harbors; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, That we memorialize the Congress of the United States to enact legislation to ensure that amounts credited to the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund are used solely for the dredging, infrastructure, operation, and maintenance of federally-authorized ports, harbors, and waterways; 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 Meekhof 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 Meekhof moved that the resolution be referred to the Committee on Outdoor Recreation and Tourism.
The motion prevailed.
Senators Bieda, Booher, Brandenburg, Casperson, Hopgood, Jansen, Jones, Kowall, Marleau, Pappageorge, Proos, Richardville and Schuitmaker were named co‑sponsors of the resolution.
Senator Hansen offered the following resolution:
Senate Resolution No. 21.
A resolution to urge the Great Lakes governors to develop an agreement to coordinate the promotion and maintenance of ports and harbors.
Whereas, Great Lakes commercial and recreational ports and harbors form an interconnected system of commerce and tourism linking the Great Lakes states together and with the rest of the world; and
Whereas, These ports and harbors help support a robust shipping and recreational boating industry. U.S. Great Lakes shipping supports more than 128,000 jobs and generates annually $9.6 billion in personal income and $18.1 billion in business revenue. U.S. recreational boating supports around 60,000 jobs and generates annually $1.8 billion in personal income and $7.6 billion in sales and other economic impacts; and
Whereas, Current low water levels throughout the region threaten the economic vitality of the shipping and recreational boating industries. Lake Michigan and Lake Huron are at historically low water levels. In addition, the other Great Lakes remain below their long-term average levels. Without increased dredging, low water levels force ships to carry less cargo and make more trips and result in many Great Lakes harbors being inaccessible to recreational boats; and
Whereas, The current need for dredging during this period of extreme low water levels presents an opportunity for increased collaboration among the Great Lakes states. The states share a common interest in promoting and maintaining our ports and harbors. Increased coordination of these efforts could lead to increased business opportunities and economic development to the benefit of the entire Great Lakes region; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, That we urge the Great Lakes governors to develop an agreement to coordinate the promotion and maintenance of ports and harbors; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the Governor and the Council of Great Lakes Governors.
Pending the order that, under rule 3.204, the resolution be referred to the Committee on Government Operations,
Senator Meekhof 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 Meekhof moved that the resolution be referred to the Committee on Outdoor Recreation and Tourism.
The motion prevailed.
Senators Bieda, Booher, Brandenburg, Casperson, Hopgood, Jansen, Jones, Kowall, Marleau, Pappageorge, Proos, Richardville and Schuitmaker were named co‑sponsors of the resolution.
Recess
Senator Meekhof moved that the Senate recess subject to the call of the Chair.
The motion prevailed, the time being 10:26 a.m.
10:32 a.m.
The Senate was called to order by the President pro tempore, Senator Schuitmaker.
Introduction and Referral of Bills
Senators Gregory, Whitmer, Warren, Hood, Young, Bieda, Hopgood, Johnson, Smith, Anderson and Hunter introduced
Senate Joint Resolution M, entitled
A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the state constitution of 1963, by amending section 26 of article IV, to provide for four-year sunsets on all bills to increase or create new tax exemptions and credits.
The joint resolution was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Senator Jansen introduced
Senate Joint Resolution N, entitled
A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the state constitution of 1963, by amending section 54 of article IV, to modify term limits for certain elected state offices.
The joint resolution was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
Senator Kahn introduced
Senate Bill No. 222, entitled
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The state school aid act of 1979,” by amending sections 6, 11, 11a, 11g, 11j, 11k, 11m, 15, 18, 18b, 19, 20, 20d, 22a, 22b, 22d, 22f, 22i, 22j, 24, 24a, 24c, 25, 26a, 26b, 26c, 31a, 31d, 31f, 32d, 32p, 39, 39a, 51a, 51b, 51c, 51d, 53a, 54, 56, 61a, 62, 74, 81, 94a, 95, 98, 99, 101, 102, 104, 107, 147, 147a, 147b, 147c, and 152a (MCL 388.1606, 388.1611, 388.1611a, 388.1611g, 388.1611j, 388.1611k, 388.1611m, 388.1615, 388.1618, 388.1618b, 388.1619, 388.1620, 388.1620d, 388.1622a, 388.1622b, 388.1622d, 388.1622f, 388.1622i, 388.1622j, 388.1624, 388.1624a, 388.1624c, 388.1625, 388.1626a, 388.1626b, 388.1626c, 388.1631a, 388.1631d, 388.1631f, 388.1632d, 388.1632p, 388.1639, 388.1639a, 388.1651a, 388.1651b, 388.1651c, 388.1651d, 388.1653a, 388.1654, 388.1656, 388.1661a, 388.1662, 388.1674, 388.1681, 388.1694a, 388.1695, 388.1698, 388.1699, 388.1701, 388.1702, 388.1704, 388.1707, 388.1747, 388.1747a, 388.1747b, 388.1747c, and 388.1752a), sections 6, 11, 25, and 26b as amended by 2012 PA 465, sections 11a, 11g 11j, 11k, 11m, 18, 19, 20, 20d, 22a, 22b, 22d, 22f, 24, 24a, 24c, 26a, 31a, 31d, 31f, 32d, 39, 39a, 51a, 51c, 51d, 53a, 54, 56, 61a, 62, 74, 81, 94a, 98, 99, 102, 104, 107, 147, 147a, 147b, and 152a as amended and sections 22i, 22j, 26c, 32p, 95, and 147c as added by 2012 PA 201, section 15 as amended by 2012 PA 286, section 18b as amended by 2008 PA 268, section 51b as added by 1996 PA 300, and section 101 as amended by 2012 PA 516, and by adding sections 21f, 22c, 22k, 201, 202, 202a, 203, 206, 207, 207a, 207b, 207c, 209, 210, 213, 217, 218, 219, 220, 221, 222, 223, 224, 225, 226, 229, 230, 230a, 231, 236, 236b, 237, 237b, 238, 241, 242, 243, 244, 245, 246, 251, 252, 253, 254, 255, 256a, 257, 258, 259, 263, 263a, 264, 265, 265a, 267, 269, 270, 275, 276, 277, 278, 279, 280, 281, 282, 283, 284, 285, 286, 289, 291, 293a, and 293b; 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 Appropriations.
Senators Warren, Whitmer, Hood, Young, Gregory, Bieda, Johnson, Hopgood, Smith and Hunter introduced
Senate Bill No. 223, entitled
A bill to establish an educational grant program for eligible resident students who attend public community colleges and universities in this state; to provide for the administration of the program; to create the Michigan higher education grant trust fund; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
Senators Hopgood, Whitmer, Warren, Hood, Young, Gregory, Bieda, Johnson, Smith, Anderson and Hunter introduced
Senate Bill No. 224, entitled
A bill to amend 1986 PA 268, entitled “Legislative council act,” (MCL 4.1101 to 4.1901) by adding chapter 7C.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
Senators Hood, Whitmer, Warren, Young, Gregory, Bieda, Johnson, Hopgood, Smith, Anderson and Hunter introduced
Senate Bill No. 225, entitled
A bill to amend 1986 PA 268, entitled “Legislative council act,” by amending sections 501 and 601 (MCL 4.1501 and 4.1601), section 601 as amended by 1999 PA 95.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
Senator Smith introduced
Senate Bill No. 226, entitled
A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled “The insurance code of 1956,” by amending section 2109 (MCL 500.2109).
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Insurance.
Senators Smith, Johnson, Hood, Hunter and Young introduced
Senate Bill No. 227, entitled
A bill to amend 1992 PA 147, entitled “Neighborhood enterprise zone act,” by amending section 2 (MCL 207.772), as amended by 2010 PA 9.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Economic Development.
Senators Warren, Hopgood, Hune, Hood, Smith and Young introduced
Senate Bill No. 228, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 21525.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Health Policy.
Senators Moolenaar, Hansen, Brandenburg, Proos and Casperson introduced
Senate Bill No. 229, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending section 1903 (MCL 324.1903), as amended by 2011 PA 117.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Outdoor Recreation and Tourism.
Senators Jones, Schuitmaker, Walker and Green introduced
Senate Bill No. 230, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending section 2843 (MCL 333.2843), as amended by 2002 PA 691.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform.
Senators Jones, Schuitmaker, Walker and Green introduced
Senate Bill No. 231, entitled
A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled “Occupational code,” (MCL 339.101 to 339.2919) by adding section 1806a.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform.
Senators Colbeck, Hopgood and Anderson introduced
Senate Bill No. 232, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” by amending section 705 (MCL 380.705), as amended by 2003 PA 299.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Local Government and Elections.
Senator Booher introduced
Senate Bill No. 233, entitled
A bill to make, supplement, and adjust appropriations for certain capital outlay projects and for certain state departments and agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2013; to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations; and to prescribe certain conditions for the appropriations.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
Senators Richardville, Booher, Meekhof, Nofs, Proos, Hildenbrand, Kowall, Hopgood, Hune, Moolenaar, Brandenburg, Pavlov, Green, Jones, Colbeck, Caswell, Kahn, Marleau, Rocca, Robertson, Walker, Hansen, Jansen, Emmons, Pappageorge and Casperson introduced
Senate Bill No. 234, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” (MCL 257.1 to 257.923) by adding section 811v.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
Committee Reports
The Committee on Transportation reported
House Bill No. 4153, entitled
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled “General sales tax act,” by amending section 6a (MCL 205.56a), as amended by 2012 PA 509.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Thomas A. Casperson
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Casperson, Kowall, Brandenburg, Pavlov, Hansen, Hood and Warren
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Committee on Transportation submitted the following:
Meeting held on Tuesday, February 26, 2013, at 12:30 p.m., Room 210, Farnum Building
Present: Senators Casperson (C), Kowall, Brandenburg, Pavlov, Hansen, Hood and Warren
The Committee on Veterans, Military Affairs and Homeland Security reported
Senate Bill No. 94, entitled
A bill to prohibit any agency of this state, any political subdivision of this state, any employee of any agency of this state or any political subdivision of this state, or any member of the Michigan national guard from assisting an agency of the armed forces of the United States in the investigation, prosecution, or detainment of any citizen of the United States under certain circumstances.
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.
John R. Moolenaar
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Moolenaar, Pappageorge, Emmons and Gregory
Nays: None
The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Committee on Veterans, Military Affairs and Homeland Security submitted the following:
Meeting held on Tuesday, February 26, 2013, at 1:00 p.m., Room 100, Farnum Building
Present: Senators Moolenaar (C), Pappageorge, Emmons and Gregory
Excused: Senator Smith
The Committee on Judiciary reported
Senate Bill No. 153, entitled
A bill to amend 1846 RS 83, entitled “Of marriage and the solemnization thereof,” by amending section 7 (MCL 551.7), as amended by 2012 PA 265.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Rick Jones
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Jones, Schuitmaker, Rocca and Bieda
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Judiciary reported
Senate Bill No. 205, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending sections 448 and 451 (MCL 750.448 and 750.451), section 448 as amended by 2002 PA 45 and section 451 as amended by 2002 PA 44.
With the recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Families, Seniors and Human Services.
Rick Jones
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Jones, Rocca and Bieda
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee on Families, Seniors and Human Services.
The Committee on Judiciary reported
Senate Bill No. 206, entitled
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 16w of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16w), as amended by 2010 PA 361.
With the recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Families, Seniors and Human Services.
Rick Jones
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Jones, Rocca and Bieda
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee on Families, Seniors and Human Services.
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Committee on Judiciary submitted the following:
Meeting held on Tuesday, February 26, 2013, at 2:30 p.m., Room 110, Farnum Building
Present: Senators Jones (C), Schuitmaker, Rocca and Bieda
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Subcommittee on K-12, School Aid, Education submitted the following:
Joint meeting held on Tuesday, February 26, 2013, at 8:00 a.m., Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building
Present: Senators Walker (C), Caswell, Pappageorge and Hopgood
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Subcommittee on Environmental Quality submitted the following:
Meeting held on Tuesday, February 26, 2013, at 12:00 noon, Room 110, Farnum Building
Present: Senators Green (C), Walker, Booher and Hopgood
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Subcommittee on Department of Natural Resources submitted the following:
Meeting held on Tuesday, February 26, 2013, at 1:00 p.m., Room 110, Farnum Building
Present: Senators Green (C), Walker, Booher and Hopgood
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Subcommittee on Department of Human Services submitted the following:
Meeting held on Tuesday, February 26, 2013, at 2:00 p.m., Room 405, Capitol Building
Present: Senators Caswell (C), Proos and Gregory
Excused: Senator Jansen
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Subcommittee on General Government submitted the following:
Meeting held on Tuesday, February 26, 2013, at 2:30 p.m., Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building
Present: Senators Pappageorge (C), Jansen, Colbeck and Johnson
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Subcommittee on Department of Corrections submitted the following:
Joint meeting held on Tuesday, February 26, 2013, at 3:00 p.m., House Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building
Present: Senators Proos (C) and Walker
Excused: Senator Anderson
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Subcommittee on Judiciary submitted the following:
Meeting held on Wednesday, February 27, 2013, 9:00 a.m., Room 110, Farnum Building
Present: Senators Proos(C), Schuitmaker and Johnson
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Subcommittee on K-12, School Aid, Education submitted the following:
Meeting held on Wednesday, February 27, 2013, at 9:00 a.m., Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building
Present: Senators Walker (C), Caswell, Pappageorge and Hopgood
Scheduled Meetings
Appropriations -
Subcommittees -
Agriculture and Rural Development - Tuesday, March 5, 3:00 p.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower (373-2768)
Community Colleges and House Community Colleges Appropriations Subcommittee - Thursday, February 28, 11:00 a.m., Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building; Friday, March 8, 1:00 p.m., Schoolcraft Community College, VisTaTech Center, Sutherland Room, 18600 Haggerty Road, Livonia; and Monday, March 11, 1:00 p.m., St. Clair County Community College, Michigan Technical Education Center, Room 150, 323 Erie Street, Port Huron (373-2768)
Community Health Department - Thursday, February 28, 1:30 p.m., Rooms 402 and 403, Capitol Building (373‑2768)
Environmental Quality Department - Tuesday, March 5, 12:00 noon, Room 110, Farnum Building (373-2768) (CANCELED)
General Government - Tuesdays, March 5, March 12, March 19, and April 9, 2:30 p.m., Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373-2768)
Human Services Department - Tuesdays, March 5 and March 12, 2:00 p.m., Room 405, Capitol Building (373-2768)
Natural Resources Department - Tuesday, March 5, 1:00 p.m., Room 110, Farnum Building (373-2768) (CANCELED)
State Police and Military Affairs - Thursdays, February 28 and March 7, 3:00 p.m., Room 405, Capitol Building (373-2768)
Transportation - Thursday, February 28, 1:00 p.m., Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373‑2768)
Outdoor Recreation and Tourism - Thursday, February 28, 12:30 p.m., Room 110, Farnum Building (373-5323)
Senator Meekhof moved that the Senate adjourn.
The motion prevailed, the time being 10:41 a.m.
The President pro tempore, Senator Schuitmaker, declared the Senate adjourned until Thursday, February 28, 2013, at 10:00 a.m.
CAROL MOREY VIVENTI
Secretary of the Senate
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