No. 7
STATE OF MICHIGAN
Journal of the Senate
97th Legislature
REGULAR SESSION OF 2014
Senate Chamber, Lansing, Thursday, January 23, 2014.
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.
Ananich—present Hood—present Pappageorge—present
Anderson—present Hopgood—present Pavlov—present
Bieda—present Hune—present Proos—present
Booher—present Hunter—present Richardville—present
Brandenburg—present Jansen—present Robertson—present
Casperson—present Johnson—present Rocca—present
Caswell—present Jones—present Schuitmaker—present
Colbeck—present Kahn—present Smith—present
Emmons—present Kowall—present Walker—present
Green—present Marleau—present Warren—present
Gregory—present Meekhof—present Whitmer—present
Hansen—present Moolenaar—present Young—present
Hildenbrand—present Nofs—present
Senator Glenn S. Anderson of the 6th District offered the following invocation (as prepared by Sister Rose Marie Kujawa, president of Madonna University):
O God, You who are known by many names—Allah and Jahweh, Lord and Savior, Creator and Sustainer—we come to You today to give and to receive. Lord God, we give You our praise and gratitude. We offer our best talents and optimistic hopes, our vision for the future, our promise of focus and energy, our goodwill, and good intentions.
We also request a share of wisdom and counsel, and we plead for patience and perseverance. In this season of long nights, cold days, and snowy roads, may we be heartened by the bright, winter sun and starry nights; by good deeds and good news; by the warmth of family and the comfort of a friendly handshake. May we be like the evergreen tree of this season, a sign of life and a symbol of shelter, reminding us to extend our goodness to those in need.
Gracious God, this morning we witness the commitment of our loyal leaders who have come forward to serve the state of Michigan and its people. They are present here before us prepared to serve our citizens. May they be preserved from selfishness and arrogance. May they be surrounded with wise advice and compelling virtue. May they find within the core of their being new strength, creative vision, and deep joy, discovering that in serving their brothers and sisters, they bring glory to You and great peace to our city.
In closing, we direct these to you, our leaders: May the work you do and the influence you wield excite your hearts anew to journey beyond past limits. May our citizens challenge you toward new frontiers that will emerge, calling forth the full force of your gifts. May your daily challenges fit the rhythms of your soul, enabling you to draw from your spirit new ideas and a new vision that will inspire your colleagues. May you be compassionate to those with whom you work, and may you have the grace of encouragement to awaken gifts in the hearts of others.
All these things we ask in the name of our God. Amen.
The President, Lieutenant Governor Calley, led the members of the Senate in recital of the Pledge of Allegiance.
Motions and Communications
Senator Bieda moved that Senators Hopgood, Hood, Hunter, Johnson and Young be temporarily excused from today’s session.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Meekhof moved that Senator Richardville be temporarily excused from today’s session.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Jansen asked and was granted unanimous consent to make a statement and moved that the statement be printed in the Journal.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Jansen’s statement is as follows:
This morning, I would like to talk about a special tribute for one of my employees who is leaving. Kyle DeMars has been in my office for going on a couple years. He came out of the military and came to my office as an intern, graduated from the outstanding Central Michigan University, and decided that he would like to get into public service.
He spent his time in the military, and I think all of us would like to say thanks to all of those who serve, and for Kyle that was a major part of his life. But now, getting into politics, getting into what is happening here in Lansing, I think is frosting on his cake in life, but that’s my terminology not his. He has done a fantastic job. I could read you the tribute, but I’m not. He’s going to have to go back and read it and study it later. What we do in our office is we have a good one that is signed by the Senator and the Majority Leader. Then the staff puts one together, and they usually abuse the employee as they leave in some kind of special tribute that’s done only by our staff. So we will go back and have a good time with that.
I want my fellow colleagues here in the Senate to know: Here is a young man, who probably had a few bumps in the road to get out of the military, got back into civilian life, and we have had a great time working with him. He has excelled beyond everyone’s expectations. We appreciate all the hard work that he has done. I think for our folks here in the Senate, there are a lot of Kyles we run across, but I’m very proud to have had Kyle in my office and all the hard work that he has done. I would like my colleagues to say thank you to him this morning.
Senator Hood entered the Senate Chamber.
The Secretary announced that the following House bills were received in the Senate and filed on Wednesday, January 22:
House Bill Nos. 4209 4210 5158
The Secretary announced that the following bills were printed and filed on Wednesday, January 22, and are available at the Michigan Legislature website:
Senate Bill Nos. 738 739 740 741 742
House Bill Nos. 5225 5226 5227
Recess
Senator Meekhof moved that the Senate recess subject to the call of the Chair.
The motion prevailed, the time being 10:09 a.m.
10:14 a.m.
The Senate was called to order by the President, Lieutenant Governor Calley.
Messages from the Governor
The following messages from the Governor were received and read:
January 21, 2014
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointments to office:
Lake Superior State University Board of Control
Mark W. Mercer of 4749 Pleasant View Road, Unit 156, Harbor Springs, Michigan 49740, county of Leelanau, succeeding E. Gary Toffolo, is appointed for a term commencing January 28, 2014, and expiring January 27, 2022.
Sandra F. Steensma of 6625 Wayrbridge Drive, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, county of Kent, succeeding Jenny Kronk, is appointed for a term commencing January 28, 2014, and expiring January 27, 2022.
January 22, 2014
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointment to office:
Chair - Michigan Tax Tribunal
Stephen H. Lasher of 9030 Stevenson Lake Court, Lake, Michigan 48632, county of Isabella, succeeding Kimbal R. Smith, III, is appointed for a term commencing February 1, 2014, and expiring at the pleasure of the Governor.
Sincerely,
Rick Snyder
Governor
The appointments were referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
The following message from the Governor was received and read:
January 21, 2014
In accordance with Section 14 of Article V of the Michigan Constitution of 1963, I write to advise the Michigan Senate that no commutations or pardons were granted during 2013.
Sincerely,
Richard D. Snyder
Governor
By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of
Introduction and Referral of Bills
Senator Meekhof introduced
Senate Bill No. 743, entitled
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending section 901 (MCL 600.901).
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
House Bill No. 4209, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending sections 449a, 450, and 451 (MCL 750.449a, 750.450, and 750.451), section 450 as amended by 2002 PA 46 and section 451 as amended by 2002 PA 44.
The House of Representatives has passed the bill and ordered that it be given immediate effect.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Families, Seniors and Human Services.
House Bill No. 4210, 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.
The House of Representatives has passed the bill and ordered that it be given immediate effect.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Families, Seniors and Human Services.
House Bill No. 5158, entitled
A bill to create the human trafficking commission act; to prescribe the membership of the human trafficking commission; and to prescribe the duties and responsibilities of the human trafficking commission.
The House of Representatives has passed the bill and ordered that it be given immediate effect.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Families, Seniors and Human Services.
Recess
Senator Meekhof moved that the Senate recess subject to the call of the Chair.
The motion prevailed, the time being 10:18 a.m.
11:03 a.m.
The Senate was called to order by the President, Lieutenant Governor Calley.
During the recess, Senators Young, Richardville, Hunter, Johnson and Hopgood entered the Senate Chamber.
Senator Pappageorge asked and was granted unanimous consent to make a statement and moved that the statement be printed in the Journal.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Pappageorge’s statement is as follows:
I have the privilege of saying thank you to Derek Gauthier who has been an intern for us. He is a senior at Michigan State. I would like to wish him good luck and Godspeed in his future endeavors. I’m not going to read the tribute. His folks have invited anybody who is interested to his house for breakfast, if you want to read it tomorrow morning. With that, again, I wish you well and thank you so much for all the good stuff you did in our office.
By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of
Third Reading of Bills
Senator Meekhof moved that the following bills be placed at the head of the Third Reading of Bills calendar:
Senate Bill No. 705
House Bill No. 4715
House Bill No. 4716
House Bill No. 4717
The motion prevailed.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 705, entitled
A bill to amend 1939 PA 288, entitled “Probate code of 1939,” by amending section 17a of chapter XIIA (MCL 712A.17a).
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. 3 Yeas—38
Ananich Gregory Kahn Richardville
Anderson Hansen Kowall Robertson
Bieda Hildenbrand Marleau Rocca
Booher Hood Meekhof Schuitmaker
Brandenburg Hopgood Moolenaar Smith
Casperson Hune Nofs Walker
Caswell Hunter Pappageorge Warren
Colbeck Jansen Pavlov Whitmer
Emmons Johnson Proos Young
Green Jones
Nays—0
Excused—0
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. 4715, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending section 224f (MCL 750.224f), as added by 1992 PA 217.
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. 4 Yeas—38
Ananich Gregory Kahn Richardville
Anderson Hansen Kowall Robertson
Bieda Hildenbrand Marleau Rocca
Booher Hood Meekhof Schuitmaker
Brandenburg Hopgood Moolenaar Smith
Casperson Hune Nofs Walker
Caswell Hunter Pappageorge Warren
Colbeck Jansen Pavlov Whitmer
Emmons Johnson Proos Young
Green Jones
Nays—0
Excused—0
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 revise, consolidate, codify, and add to the statutes relating to crimes; to define crimes and prescribe the penalties and remedies; to provide for restitution under certain circumstances; to provide for the competency of evidence at the trial of persons accused of crime; to provide immunity from prosecution for certain witnesses appearing at criminal trials; to provide for liability for damages; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts inconsistent with or contravening any of the provisions of this act,”.
The Senate agreed to the full title.
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 4716, entitled
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 16m of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16m), as amended by 2012 PA 124.
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. 5 Yeas—38
Ananich Gregory Kahn Richardville
Anderson Hansen Kowall Robertson
Bieda Hildenbrand Marleau Rocca
Booher Hood Meekhof Schuitmaker
Brandenburg Hopgood Moolenaar Smith
Casperson Hune Nofs Walker
Caswell Hunter Pappageorge Warren
Colbeck Jansen Pavlov Whitmer
Emmons Johnson Proos Young
Green Jones
Nays—0
Excused—0
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 revise, consolidate, and codify the laws relating to criminal procedure and to define the jurisdiction, powers, and duties of courts, judges, and other officers of the court under the provisions of this act; to provide laws relative to the rights of persons accused of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for the arrest of persons charged with or suspected of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for bail of persons arrested for or accused of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for the examination of persons accused of criminal offenses; to regulate the procedure relative to grand juries, indictments, informations, and proceedings before trial; to provide for trials of persons complained of or indicted for criminal offenses and ordinance violations and to provide for the procedure in those trials; to provide for judgments and sentences of persons convicted of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to establish a sentencing commission and to prescribe its powers and duties; to provide for procedure relating to new trials and appeals in criminal and ordinance violation cases; to provide a uniform system of probation throughout this state and the appointment of probation officers; to prescribe the powers, duties, and compensation of probation officers; to provide penalties for the violation of the duties of probation officers; to provide for procedure governing proceedings to prevent crime and proceedings for the discovery of crime; to provide for fees of officers, witnesses, and others in criminal and ordinance violation cases; to set forth miscellaneous provisions as to criminal procedure in certain cases; to provide penalties for the violation of certain provisions of this act; and to repeal all acts and parts of acts inconsistent with or contravening any of the provisions of this act,”.
The Senate agreed to the full title.
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 4717, entitled
A bill to amend 1927 PA 372, entitled “An act to regulate and license the selling, purchasing, possessing, and carrying of certain firearms, gas ejecting devices, and electro-muscular disruption devices; to prohibit the buying, selling, or carrying of certain firearms, gas ejecting devices, and electro-muscular disruption devices without a license or other authorization; to provide for the forfeiture of firearms and electro-muscular disruption devices under certain circumstances; to provide for penalties and remedies; to provide immunity from civil liability under certain circumstances; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies; to prohibit certain conduct against individuals who apply for or receive a license to carry a concealed pistol; to make appropriations; to prescribe certain conditions for the appropriations; and to repeal all acts and parts of acts inconsistent with this act,” by amending section 4 (MCL 28.424), as added by 1992 PA 219.
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. 6 Yeas—38
Ananich Gregory Kahn Richardville
Anderson Hansen Kowall Robertson
Bieda Hildenbrand Marleau Rocca
Booher Hood Meekhof Schuitmaker
Brandenburg Hopgood Moolenaar Smith
Casperson Hune Nofs Walker
Caswell Hunter Pappageorge Warren
Colbeck Jansen Pavlov Whitmer
Emmons Johnson Proos Young
Green Jones
Nays—0
Excused—0
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 title of the bill.
By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of
Statements
Senators Young, Kahn, Bieda and Whitmer asked and were granted unanimous consent to make statements and moved that the statements be printed in the Journal.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Young’s statement is as follows:
Mr. President, I rise today to honor the service and legacy of former State Senator Edward Joseph Robinson. Ed Robinson was a champion of civil rights. He worked tirelessly with community groups and political leaders throughout the Metro Detroit region.
Ed grew up in a large Irish Catholic family. As a young man, he spent time studying for the priesthood, graduating from Sacred Heart High School in Dearborn, Michigan. He later attended the University of Notre Dame. Ed left college to serve his country in the Marine Corps, honorably, where he served as a lieutenant for three years.
He was quite a charismatic fellow with a genuine love for people. It was these qualities that equipped him to run for office. He was a candidate for mayor of Dearborn at the age of 21 and later served as State Senator in 1965 and 1966.
What I will remember most about Ed is his generosity, his loyalty, his friendship, his willingness to give of himself, and his commitment to his ideals. He constantly reminded me that government is not made of ideals, but ideals make the government. He was a man who opened himself up to me, and if it had not been for his support and his love and his family’s love, I would not have been elected as State Representative at the young age of 23—that was a long time ago. I digress, Mr. President.
Ed’s unwavering belief in democracy was contagious. Ed was a remarkable mentor and loyal friend. He was not content with personally ascending to greatness, but was determined to reach back and ensure that future leaders were empowered with the tools they needed to lead our region with excellence. What a tremendous legacy. Ed will truly be missed.
He is survived by his beautiful wife Rose Marie “Teddi” Robinson, daughter Rachel Pustulka, sons Ryan and John Robinson, eight grandchildren, two sisters, and many in-laws, nieces and nephews, and friends. My prayers are with Rose Marie, the Robinson family, and friends.
I just want to say that Ed Robinson was the quintessential definition of a man who in the words of Henry van Dyke: “Should not aspire to stand on top of the world, but should stoop down and lift mankind higher.” I think that as he ascends on to a better place, God will look upon him and say, “Well done, my faithful servant.”
A moment of silence was observed in memory of former State Senator Edward Joseph Robinson.
The President pro tempore, Senator Schuitmaker, assumed the Chair.
Senator Kahn’s statement is as follows:
Mr. President, Isaac P. Christiancy was born in 1812 in New York, moved to Michigan as a young man, and his picture hangs in the Majority Leader’s office. He lived in Monroe. He’s known to us as one of the founders, if not, in fact, the founder, of the Republican Party. The Republican Party was founded as an abolitionist party. We were founded as a party that abhorred exclusion, believed in inclusion, and believed in the dignity of each of us.
Fast forward over one hundred years and in newspaper after newspaper, there are reports of the Republican National Committeeman David Agema and behavior that has been rejected by leader after leader of our party. Detroit News says the RNC must dump Dave Agema, and while that may be the case, we here in Michigan elected him.
Just last week, the Governor in both the Free Press and the News—I sat there and you were there; we all were there— asked for civility and respect. Those remarks came on the heels of the latest things from Mr. Agema that essentially stated that there was no worthwhile Muslim achievement in this country. It came on the heels of repetitive remarks that derogate gays. Not just once or twice, but it has been repetitive behavior for a long time. The article today by Garnett publications calling for Agema’s resignation states that the causes for that resignation have grown following these remarks. How is Mr. Agema functioning in his work? Well, I didn’t see him there for the State of the State. I’m told he wasn’t there because he felt it would be controversial. Today’s newspaper says that Mr. Agema is sending a proxy to the GOP forums in Washington, D.C., which indicates he is unable to perform his duties.
I think the time has come for us to ask Mr. Agema to do the right thing and resign. He does not represent our party, not our state, and not our country. I make this statement today, and I hope Mr. Agema hears it and does the right thing.
Senator Bieda’s statement is as follows:
This last Saturday, I had the sad occasion to attend the funeral of a longtime friend of mine, Mr. Darrell Nieporte, and I would like to take a couple seconds to honor the memory of Mr. Darrell Nieporte. He was born on April 23, 1938, and he was a proud Warren native, an outstanding president and secretary-treasurer of the Warren-Sterling Heights Goodfellows, Inc., and recipient of the 2012 Warren Historical and Genealogical Society Community Service honoree. Darrell played an exceptional role within the city of Warren, improving the lives of many, including myself.
I give my most sincere condolences as we commemorate the life of such an upstanding individual. A cherished husband and father, Mr. Nieporte is survived by his wife Gloria Waterson, along with his children Dawn McKenzie, Darrell and his wife Revonda Nieporte, Dean Nieporte, and Dorene Speece. He also leaves behind 12 grandchildren, 2 great‑grandchildren, and siblings Beverly Oleski and Dan Nieporte.
Mr. Nieporte went above and beyond to give back to his community during his extensive 45 years of service to the Warren-Sterling Heights Goodfellows. He was also the treasurer and chief steward of AFSCME Local 1250. He was the chair of the Warren Retirement Commission and served the city of Warren in many capacities, including the Waste Water Treatment Plant, the Department of Public Works, and assisting the clerk’s office with elections. He gave his time and effort towards innovating programs with Warren and Sterling Heights, including administrating the operations of the pension fund. His devotion to people has been shown time and time again over the years, and it is truly a testament to his selfless personality.
He was an avid sports lover. Mr. Nieporte played men’s softball, golf, bowling, and managed a 15 and under baseball team for VFW Post 3130. His hobbies presented him with opportunities to enjoy the company of others while at the same time creating unforgettable memories. One could also find him admiring the great outdoors through hunting and fishing on his property on Lake James. He lived every day to the fullest while giving himself to the aid of those in need.
Mr. Nieporte’s love for his family, his city, and the people are a part of the legacy he leaves behind. A vital part of the community and a positive role model for many, the welcoming atmosphere of Warren was further improved by his contributions. I still remember standing with him on a number of occasions selling newspapers for the Warren Goodfellows to benefit those families in need. A longtime memory from when I was considerably younger, I started working with the Goodfellows. It’s an awesome organization, and they do so much good work.
Today, we remember a husband, a father, a friend, and an unforgettable puzzle piece of our community.
A moment of silence was observed in memory of Warren activist Darrell Nieporte.
Senator Whitmer’s statement is as follows:
I rise simply to echo the sentiments of my colleague from Saginaw and applaud that he had the courage to give a more pointed rebuke of Dave Agema than we heard in the State of the State message last week. While I agree with his appeal for more tolerant speech, I think it is more important that we walk the walk rather than just talk the talk.
So I submit that perhaps it’s time, or perhaps it is long overdue—to be more accurate—that we give all people equal respect under the law; that we give people protections under Elliott-Larsen; marriage equity, both the rights and responsibilities; benefits for all loved ones; and the right to have a family. That is what it will take to show the world that Dave Agema is not the face of the Republican Party in Michigan. To do less, I would submit, could be viewed as mere lip service.
So, accordingly, to anyone who shares the goals that I just outlined, I am reaching out and would say let’s show the people of Michigan that we can do better, and we are better than what we hear out of that national committeeman. I ask for your support.
Committee Reports
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Committee on Natural Resources, Environment and Great Lakes submitted the following:
Meeting held on Thursday, January 23, 2014, at 9:00 a.m., Room 210, Farnum Building
Present: Senators Casperson (C), Green, Kowall, Meekhof and Warren
Excused: Senators Pavlov and Hood
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Senate Fiscal Agency Board of Governors submitted the following:
Meeting held on Thursday, January 23, 2014, at 9:00 a.m., Room S-324, Capitol Building
Present: Senators Kahn (C), Caswell and Anderson
Excused: Senators Richardville and Whitmer
Scheduled Meetings
Appropriations -
Subcommittees -
Agriculture and Rural Development - Tuesdays, February 11, February 18, February 25, March 11, March 18 and March 25, 3:00 p.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower (373-2768)
Community Colleges - Wednesday, February 19, 9:00 a.m., Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373-2768)
Higher Education - Thursday, February 6, 10:00 a.m., Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building; Thursday, February 13, 1:00 p.m., Michigan State University, Union Building, Lake Huron Room, 49 Abbott Road, East Lansing; Thursday, February 20, 9:00 a.m., Rooms 402 and 403, Capitol Building; and Thursday, February 27, 1:30 p.m., Grand Valley State University, DeVos Center, Loosemore Auditorium, 401 Fulton Street West, Grand Rapids (373-2768)
Higher Education and House Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee - Thursday, January 30, 9:00 a.m., Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373-2768)
K-12, School Aid, Education, Education Committee, House Education Committee, House Education Appropriations Subcommittee and House School Aid Appropriations Subcommittee - Wednesday, February 5, 2:30 p.m. or later after committees are given leave by the House to meet, Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower (373-5314)
State Police and Military Affairs - Thursdays, January 30, 1:30 p.m., Rooms 402 and 403; February 20, 3:00 p.m., Rooms 402 and 403; February 27, 3:00 p.m., Room 405; and March 6, March 13, March 27 and April 17, 3:00 p.m., Rooms 402 and 403, Capitol Building (373-2768)
Economic Development - Friday, January 24, 10:00 a.m., 15100 Northline Road, Suite 179, Southgate (373-5312)
Education, K-12, School Aid, Education Appropriations Subcommittee, House Education Committee, House Education Appropriations Subcommittee and House School Aid Appropriations Subcommittee - Wednesday, February 5, 2:30 p.m. or later after committees are given leave by the House to meet, Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower (373-5314)
Judiciary - Tuesday, January 28, 2:30 p.m., Room 110, Farnum Building (373-5312)
Michigan Law Revision Commission - Thursday, February 13, 12:00 noon, Rooms 402 and 403, Capitol Building (373‑0212)
State Drug Treatment Court Advisory Committee - Tuesday, January 28, 9:30 a.m., Legislative Council Conference Room, 3rd Floor, Boji Tower (373-0212)
Senator Meekhof moved that the Senate adjourn.
The motion prevailed, the time being 11:32 a.m.
The President pro tempore, Senator Schuitmaker, declared the Senate adjourned until Tuesday, January 28, 2014, at 10:00 a.m.
CAROL MOREY VIVENTI
Secretary of the Senate
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