No. 36

STATE OF MICHIGAN

Journal of the Senate

99th Legislature

REGULAR SESSION OF 2018

Senate Chamber, Lansing, Tuesday, April 17, 2018.

10:00 a.m.

The Senate was called to order by the Assistant President pro tempore, Senator Margaret E. O’Brien.

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

Ananich—present Hood—present O’Brien—present

Bieda—present Hopgood—present Pavlov—present

Booher—present Horn—present Proos—present

Brandenburg—present Hune—present Robertson—present

Casperson—present Jones—present Rocca—present

Colbeck—present Knezek—present Schmidt—present

Conyers—present Knollenberg—present Schuitmaker—present

Emmons—present Kowall—present Shirkey—present

Green—present MacGregor—present Stamas—present

Gregory—present Marleau—present Warren—present

Hansen—present Meekhof—present Young—present

Hertel—present Nofs—present Zorn—present

Hildenbrand—present

Pastor Josh Ellis of New Life Church of Petersburg offered the following invocation:

We humble ourselves before You, O God, because You are creator and You are sustainer of all. You have created us in Your love and You uphold us by Your power.

Lord, we pray that You would help Your servants today to love as You have loved and to know Your power. You have loved in such a way that walls of separation and hostility are broken. In such a diverse body where there may be many reasons for separation and hostility, remind us that though there are some in this chamber who may not be in my image, they are, nonetheless, in Yours—worthy of dignity and respect.

Help Your servants to know Your power today. In this Easter season, we remember that the power that raised Christ from the grave is for us. Death—the undefeatable enemy, what was the final word—was defeated and silenced, and in this great state, we know there are many enemies to the good and to the blessing that You desire to pour out. Empower Your servants today with wisdom and strength to defeat every foe. We remember that we are but servants—servants of the citizens of this great state and of You.

May all that is done this day be for Your greater honor and glory. Amen and amen.

The Assistant President pro tempore, Senator O’Brien, led the members of the Senate in recital of the Pledge of Allegiance.

The President, Lieutenant Governor Calley, assumed the Chair.

Motions and Communications

Senators Hansen and Marleau entered the Senate Chamber.

Senator Stamas moved that Senators Kowall, Pavlov and Schuitmaker be temporarily excused from today’s session.

The motion prevailed.

Senator Hood moved that Senators Conyers and Young be temporarily excused from today’s session.

The motion prevailed.

The following communications were received:

Department of State

Administrative Rules

Notices of Filing

April 11, 2018

In accordance with the provisions of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget and the State Office of Regulatory Reinvention filed Administrative Rule #2017-065-LR (Secretary of State Filing #18-04-04) on this date at 4:21 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Part 58. Aerial Work Platforms.”

These rules become effective immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under sections 33, 44, or 45a(6) of 1969 PA 306. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.

April 11, 2018

In accordance with the provisions of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget and the State Office of Regulatory Reinvention filed Administrative Rule #2017-061-LR (Secretary of State Filing #18-04-05) on this date at 4:21 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Part 94. Textiles.”

April 11, 2018

In accordance with the provisions of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget and the State Office of Regulatory Reinvention filed Administrative Rule #2017-059-LR (Secretary of State Filing #18-04-06) on this date at 4:20 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Part 63. Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard Mills.”

Sincerely,

Ruth Johnson

Secretary of State

Robin L. Houston, Departmental Supervisor

Office of the Great Seal

The communications were referred to the Secretary for record.

The following communications were received:

Office of Senator Steven M. Bieda

April 12, 2018

Per Senate Rule 1.110(c), I am requesting that my name be added as a co‑sponsor to Senate Bill 110 which was introduced on February 7, 2017, by Senator Schmidt and is currently on the Senate General Orders calendar.

April 12, 2018

Per Senate Rule 1.110(c), I am requesting that my name be added as a co‑sponsor to Senate Bill 404 which was introduced on May 24, 2017, by Senator O’Brien. This bill has already passed the Senate and is currently in the House Military and Veterans Affairs Committee. I understand that my name will be added to this bill when it is returned to the Senate.

Sincerely,

Steve Bieda

State Senator

9th District

The communications were referred to the Secretary for record.

Messages from the Governor

Senator Pavlov entered the Senate Chamber.

The following message from the Governor was received on April 12, 2018, and read:

EXECUTIVE ORDER

No. 2018-4

State Emergency Medical Services Coordinating Committee

Department of Health and Human Services

Executive Reorganization

WHEREAS, Section 1 of Article V of the Michigan Constitution of 1963 vests the executive power of the State of Michigan in the Governor; and

WHEREAS, Section 2 of Article V of the Michigan Constitution of 1963 empowers the Governor to make changes in the organization of the Executive Branch of in the assignment of functions among its units that he considers necessary for efficient administration; and

WHEREAS, Section 8 of Article V of the Michigan Constitution of 1963 provides that each principal department shall be under the supervision of the Governor unless otherwise provided by the constitution; and

WHEREAS, emergency medical services are a critical component of public health and safety in Michigan; and

WHEREAS, the provision of emergency medical services has become increasingly integrated with other comprehensive systems of care; and

WHEREAS, rural areas in Michigan present unique challenges for the provision of emergency medical services because of the wide dispersal of patients and the heavy reliance on volunteer emergency medical technicians; and

WHEREAS, the State Emergency Medical Services Coordinating Committee (the “Coordinating Committee”) within the Department of Health and Human Services (the “Department”), see MCL 333.20915 & MCL 333.20916, plays a vital role in coordinating the exchange of information on emergency medical services and advising the Department on all matters involving the provision of emergency medical services in Michigan; and

WHEREAS, changes to the composition of the Coordinating Committee are necessary for efficient administration and to ensure that the Department continues to have access to subject-matter expertise from a well-rounded Coordinating Committee that will continue to fully support the evolution of emergency medical services in Michigan;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Richard D. Snyder, Governor of the state of Michigan, by virtue of the power and authority vested in the Governor by the Michigan Constitution of 1963 and Michigan law, order the following:

I. STATE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES COORDINATING COMMITTEE

A. In addition the voting members of the Coordinating Committee appointed by the director of the Department pursuant to MCL 333.20915(1), the Coordinating Committee shall also include the following six voting members appointed by the director of the Department to three-years terms:

1. The State 9-1-1 Administrator;

2. One individual representing the law enforcement community;

3. One representative nominated by the Michigan Center for Rural Health;

4. One representative nominated by the Michigan Emergency Nurses Association Executive Board;

5. One representative nominated by the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning; and

6. One representative nominated by the Michigan Pharmacy Association.

B. In addition to the ex officio members serving on the Coordinating Committee pursuant to MCL 333.20915(2), the Coordinating Committee shall also include one representative of the Department, appointed by the director of the Department, serving as an ex officio member without the right to vote.

C. After the director of the Department makes new appointments under subsections (1)(a), (1)(b), (1)(c), (1)(d), (1)(e), (1)(f), and (1)(i) of MCL 333.20915, at least one representative from each of the organizations identified must be associated with a county having a population of not more than 50,000.

D. At least one voting member of the Coordinating Committee shall be from a city with a population of not less than 500,000.

II. MISCELLANEOUS

A. Any suit, action, or other proceeding lawfully commenced by, against, or before any entity affected under this Order shall not abate by reason of the taking effect of this Order.

B. The invalidity of any portion of this Order shall not affect the validity of the remainder of the Order.

In fulfillment of the requirements of Section 2 of Article V of the Michigan Constitution of 1963, this Order shall be effective 60 days after the filing of this Order.

[SEAL] Given under my hand and the Great Seal of the state of Michigan this 12th day of April, in the Year of our Lord Two Thousand Eighteen.

Richard D. Snyder

Governor

By the Governor:

Ruth A. Johnson

Secretary of State

The executive order was referred to the Committee on Government Operations.

The following message from the Governor was received on April 16, 2018, and read:

EXECUTIVE ORDER

No. 2018-5

Creation of the School Safety Task Force

Department of State Police

WHEREAS, Section 1 of Article V of the Michigan Constitution of 1963 vests the executive power of the state of Michigan in the Governor; and

WHEREAS, Section 8 of Article V of the Michigan Constitution of 1963 provides that each principal department shall be under the supervision of the Governor, unless otherwise provided by the constitution; and

WHEREAS, a safe school environment is paramount to the health and well-being of Michigan’s students and school personnel; and

WHEREAS, residents expect state and local government to provide safe and effective tools for increased safety, crisis training, collaborative support, and timely response in schools; and

WHEREAS, outdated school building infrastructure represents potential vulnerabilities to the safety of students and school personnel; and

WHEREAS, policy-makers, school administrators, law enforcement, students and parents continue to search for solutions to the problem of violence in schools; and

WHEREAS, it is important that the state of Michigan develop comprehensive, coordinated and effective recommendations for school safety to guide our understanding and prevention of violence in school settings; and

WHEREAS, these recommendations must be effective and collaborative at the local and state level to provide the preventative and responsive measures our schools need today and into the future for a safe and secure environment; and

WHEREAS, an ongoing and full assessment of the safety of Michigan’s school infrastructure and policies is needed; and

WHEREAS, Michigan should look to experts and leaders from across the state who are committed to the safety of Michigan’s children and school personnel to identify current practices and future needs; and

WHEREAS, input from discussions and meetings with students, parents, teachers, counselors, administrators, school safety personnel, law enforcement officials, mental health professionals, security specialists, and other related stakeholders will be critical to this process; and

WHEREAS, the School Safety Task Force will research, assess and advise in matters relating to the assessment and development recommendations to keep our schools safe and will be responsible for providing recommendations no later than November 30, 2018; and

WHEREAS, we must act now to ensure our system of schools, their structures, emergency, behavioral health, and safety policies are focused on student and personnel protection and well-being for the good of all residents and the vitality of the state;

I. CREATION OF THE SCHOOL SAFETY TASK FORCE

A. The School Safety Task Force (the “Task Force”) is created as an advisory body within the Department of State Police.

B. The Governor shall appoint six (6) members to the Task Force, serving at the pleasure of the Governor as follows:

• One (1) member representing law enforcement;

• One (1) member representing behavioral and mental health;

• One (1) member representing teachers;

• One (1) member representing school administrators;

• One (1) member who is a parent; and

• One (1) member who is a high school student or recent high school graduate.

C. The Governor shall additionally appoint four (4) members to the Task Force as follows:

• One (1) member submitted by the Speaker of the House of Representatives;

• One (1) member submitted by the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives;

• One (1) member submitted by the Senate Majority Leader; and

• One (1) member submitted by the Senate Minority Leader.

D. In addition, the following three (3) department heads or their designees from within their respective departments or agencies shall be members:

• The Director of the Department of State Police who shall serve as chairperson of the Task Force;

• The Superintendent of Public Instruction; and

• The Director of the Department of Health and Human Services.

E. A vacancy on the Task Force shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment.

F. The Task Force shall include individuals with a particular interest or expertise in education, public health, law enforcement, or emergency response.

II. CHARGE TO THE TASK FORCE

A. The Task Force shall act in an advisory capacity to the Governor, the Department of State Police, and the state of Michigan and shall do all of the following:

1. Analyze top performing states to determine how their law enforcement, school officials, and public health experts collaborate on providing preventative policies and services to create safe and secure learning environments for schools.

2. Based on this analysis of top performing states, identify the structural and policy recommendations for collaboration, planning, and regular assessment of school infrastructure and safety policies, including distinct geographic and demographic variances where appropriate.

3. Review and update Michigan’s All-Hazards Emergency Operations Planning Guidance for Schools to account for lessons learned from recent violent incidents and best practices and create a comprehensive School Safety Plan to include behavioral health components.

4. Identify components for the creation of a positive recognition program for best practices in school safety to include assessment and auditing functions for school buildings. This program should include, at a minimum, recommendations for comprehensive school safety policies, the identification of a behavioral health assessment person or team of people, a mechanism for students to anonymously report suspicious behavior, and other policy components a safe school should have in place that include both the response to an emergency and the prevention of such emergencies, as well as recommendations for basic physical safety structures in school buildings, taking into account local funding mechanisms, and a structure for regular assessments of school buildings, plans, policies, and procedures for recognition.

5. Advise on the role of behavioral and mental health assessments in school safety plans and procedures, review and advise on the implementation of the Pathways to Potential program and other similar programs and provide recommendations on increasing the role and collaboration between school violence prevention and behavioral health in schools. Also advise on recommended methods and alternatives to current student disciplinary actions such as school expulsion or judicial intervention.

6. Develop a tiered school safety curriculum standard for those individuals acting in a School Resource Officer or similar role at any Michigan school. The curriculum should include a tiered approach for different levels of School Resource Officers serving in varying capacities, such as those that serve on a part-time basis, full-time basis, or those that carry weapons. Identify potential sources of training, including MCOLES, vocational schools or community colleges, as well as mechanisms for ongoing training, consistency and quality control, and length of certification.

7. Develop methods to incentivize and encourage joint evaluation and planning of school safety needs between law enforcement, school administrators, local public health, and other impacted stakeholders. In addition, identify mechanisms for state and local cooperation and collaboration to share best practices on planning, evaluations, and improvements for longer term planning with higher education institutions and state departments.

8. Provide other information or advice as directed by the Governor.

9. No later than November 30, 2018, complete its work and issue a final report to the Governor and legislature.

10. Recommendations that are finalized prior to November 30, 2018, are encouraged to be issued as they are completed.

11. Forty-five (45) days after issuance and submission of its final report, the Task Force shall be deemed to have completed its charges and is abolished.

III. OPERATIONS OF THE TASK FORCE

A. The Task Force shall be staffed by personnel from and assisted by state departments and agencies as directed by the Governor’s Office.

B. The Task Force shall meet at the call of the Chairperson at a minimum of twice per month and as may be provided in procedures adopted by the Task Force. Meetings of the Task Force may be held anywhere within the state of Michigan.

C. The Task Force may establish workgroups or committees assigning Task Force members to and inviting public participation on these workgroups or committees as the Task Force deems necessary.

D. The Task Force shall adopt procedures consistent with Michigan law and this Order governing its organization and operations.

E. The Task Force shall conduct its business at public meetings in compliance with the open meetings act, 1976 PA 267, MCL 15.261 to 15.275. However, members of the Task Force may attend and participate in a meeting of the Task Force by the use of telecommunication or other electronic equipment if their attendance and participation by the use of telecommunication or other electronic equipment is authorized by the procedures of the Task Force and that meeting is otherwise conducted in compliance with the open meetings act, 1976 PA 267, MCL 15.261 to 15.275.

F. A writing prepared, owned, used, in the possession of, or retained by the Task Force in the performance of an official function is subject to the freedom of information act, 1976 PA 442, MCL 15.231 to 15.246.

G. The Task Force may, as appropriate, make inquiries, studies, hold hearings, and receive comments from the public. The Task Force may consult with outside experts to perform its duties, including, but not limited to, experts in the private sector, government agencies, and the nonprofit sector.

H. Members of the Task Force shall serve without compensation but may receive reimbursement for necessary travel and expenses according to relevant statutes and the rules and procedures of the Michigan Civil Service Commission and the Department of Technology, Management and Budget, subject to available funding.

I. In accordance with applicable state contracting and procurement procedures, the Task Force may make or enter into contracts necessary or incidental to the exercise of the powers of the Task Force and the performance of its duties, including the hiring or retention of contractors, consultants, or agents, as the Chairperson deems advisable and necessary.

J. The Task Force may accept donations of labor, services, or other things of value from any public or private agency or person. Any donations shall be expended in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and procedures.

IV. MISCELLANEOUS

A. All departments, committees, commissioners, or officers of this state or of any political subdivision of this state may give to the Task Force, or to any member or representative of the Task Force, any necessary assistance required by the Task Force or any member or representative of the Task Force, in the performance of the duties of the Task Force so far as is compatible with its, his, or her duties.

B. Nothing in this Executive Order shall be construed to diminish the constitutional authority of the State Board of Education pursuant to Section 3 of Article VIII of the Michigan Constitution of 1963, to provide leadership and general supervision over all public education, including adult education and instructional programs in state institutions, except as to institutions of higher education granting baccalaureate degrees; to serve as the general planning and coordinating body for all public education, including higher education; and to advise the Legislature as to the financial requirements in connection therewith.

C. Any suit, action, or other proceeding lawfully commenced by, against, or before any entity affected under this Order shall not abate by reason of the taking effect of this Order.

D. Nothing in this Order shall be construed to change the organization of the executive branch of state government or the assignment of functions among its units in a manner requiring the force of law.

E. The invalidity of any portion of this Order shall not affect the validity of the remainder of the Order.

This Executive Order shall become effective upon filing.

[SEAL] Given under my hand and the Great Seal of the state of Michigan this 16th day of April, in the Year of our Lord Two Thousand Eighteen.

Richard D. Snyder

Governor

By the Governor:

Ruth A. Johnson

Secretary of State

The executive order was referred to the Committee on Government Operations.

The following messages from the Governor were received and read:

March 14, 2018

I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointment to office:

Michigan Board of Acupuncture

John Wesley Sealey of 5207 Deer Run Circle, Orchard Lake, Michigan 48323, county of Oakland, representing physicians, succeeding Susan Fabrick, is appointed for a term expiring June 30, 2021.

March 14, 2018

I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointment to office:

Michigan Collection Practices Board

Terry J. Lutz of 7359 Paul Street, Pigeon, Michigan 48755, county of Huron, representing the general public, succeeding Rackeline Hoff, is appointed for a term expiring June 30, 2021.

March 14, 2018

I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointments to office:

Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System Board

Laura L. Colligan of 2371 Rolling Ridge Lane, Holt, Michigan 48842, county of Ingham, representing an elected member of a board of control, succeeding Larry Ward, is appointed for a term expiring March 30, 2020.

Alan E. Sonnanstine of 8125 Hyannis Court, Canton, Michigan 48187, county of Wayne, representing the general public with experience in health insurance or actuarial science, succeeding Michael Ringuette, is appointed for a term expiring March 30, 2022.

April 12, 2018

I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointment to office:

Michigan Board of Athletic Trainers

Lisa R. Kravitz of 33117 Hearthstone Drive, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334, county of Oakland, representing the general public, succeeding Gerald Myers, is appointed for a term expiring June 30, 2018.

April 12, 2018

I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointment to office:

Residential Builders’ and Maintenance and Alteration Contractors’ Board

Matthew J. Zalewski of 23654 Hollander Drive, Dearborn, Michigan 48128, county of Wayne, representing the general public, succeeding Stephen MacGuidwin, is appointed for a term expiring March 31, 2020.

April 12, 2018

I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointment to office:

Michigan Board of Speech Language Pathology

Lawrence Lee Prokop of 5154 Curtice Road, Mason, Michigan 48854, county of Ingham, representing physicians, succeeding Melissa Pynnonen, is appointed for a term expiring December 31, 2020.

April 13, 2018

I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointment to office:

Michigan Economic Development Corporation Executive Committee

Michael McLauchlan of 802 Fairford Road, Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan 48236, county of Wayne, representing the private sector, succeeding Carl Camden, is appointed for a term expiring April 5, 2026.

April 13, 2018

I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointment to office:

Michigan Strategic Fund Board of Directors

Carl Camden of 1780 Kensington Road, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 48304, county of Oakland, succeeding Michael McLauchlan, is appointed for a term expiring February 28, 2022.

Sincerely,

Rick Snyder

Governor

The appointments were referred to the Committee on Government Operations.

The following message from the Governor was received and read:

April 12, 2018

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 2017.

Sincerely,

Richard D. Snyder

Governor

Recess

Senator Stamas moved that the Senate recess subject to the call of the Chair.

The motion prevailed, the time being 10:07 a.m.

11:31 a.m.

The Senate was called to order by the President pro tempore, Senator Schuitmaker.

During the recess, Senators Conyers, Kowall, Schuitmaker and Young entered the Senate Chamber.

By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of

Motions and Communications

Senator Kowall moved that the rules be suspended and that the following bills, now on Committee Reports, be placed on the General Orders calendar for consideration today:

House Bill No. 5644

House Bill No. 5646

House Bill No. 5669

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

By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of

General Orders

Senator Kowall 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 pro tempore, Senator Schuitmaker, designated Senator Hildenbrand as Chairperson.

After some time spent therein, the Committee arose; and the President pro tempore, Senator Schuitmaker, having resumed the Chair, the Committee reported back to the Senate, favorably and without amendment, the following bills:

House Bill No. 5012, entitled

A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending sections 862 and 879 (MCL 168.862 and 168.879), section 862 as amended by 2003 PA 302 and section 879 as amended by 1999 PA 216.

Senate Bill No. 844, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 33a of chapter IX (MCL 769.33a), as added by 2014 PA 465.

Senate Bill No. 803, entitled

A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled “Michigan liquor control code of 1998,” by amending section 519 (MCL 436.1519).

Senate Bill No. 804, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 260, entitled “An act to revise and codify the laws relating to blind persons and persons with a visual disability; to create a commission; to prescribe its powers and duties and those of other state agencies relative to blind persons; to provide services, education, training, and assistance to blind persons; to regulate concessions operated by blind persons; to transfer powers, duties, functions, and appropriations; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending section 9 (MCL 393.359) and by adding section 10a.

The bills were placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.

The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:

House Bill No. 5644, entitled

A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending sections 765 and 795 (MCL 168.765 and 168.795), section 765 as amended by 1996 PA 207 and section 795 as amended by 2004 PA 92, and by adding section 765a.

Substitute (S-2).

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.

The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:

House Bill No. 5646, entitled

A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending section 509o (MCL 168.509o), as added by 1994 PA 441.

Substitute (S-2).

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.

The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:

House Bill No. 5669, entitled

A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending sections 2, 497c, 523, 523a, 761, and 813 (MCL 168.2, 168.497c, 168.523, 168.523a, 168.761, and 168.813), section 2 as amended by 2003 PA 302, section 497c as added and sections 523, 761, and 813 as amended by 2012 PA 523, and section 523a as added by 2004 PA 92.

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.

By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of

Messages from the House

Senator Kowall moved that consideration of the following bills be postponed for today:

Senate Bill No. 35

Senate Bill No. 551

The motion prevailed.

Senate Bill No. 809, entitled

A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending sections 37, 51, 71, 91, 131, 161, 191, 254, 281, 302, 303, 342, 381, 383, 391, 409, 409b, 411, 413, 413a, 431, 433, 433a, 467, 467a, 467b, 467c, 624, 624a, 631, 635, 642c, 644e, 654a, 657, 667, 668a, 669, 670, 673a, 674, 677, 679, 679a, 682, 683, 690, 694, 719, 741, 743, 762, 764b, 764c, 765, 766, and 957 (MCL 168.37, 168.51, 168.71, 168.91, 168.131, 168.161, 168.191, 168.254, 168.281, 168.302, 168.303, 168.342, 168.381, 168.383, 168.391, 168.409, 168.409b, 168.411, 168.413, 168.413a, 168.431, 168.433, 168.433a, 168.467, 168.467a, 168.467b, 168.467c, 168.624, 168.624a, 168.631, 168.635, 168.642c, 168.644e, 168.654a, 168.657, 168.667, 168.668a, 168.669, 168.670, 168.673a, 168.674, 168.677, 168.679, 168.679a, 168.682, 168.683, 168.690, 168.694, 168.719, 168.741, 168.743, 168.762, 168.764b, 168.764c, 168.765, 168.766, and 168.957), section 37 as added by 2002 PA 91, sections 51, 91, 131, and 383 as amended by 1982 PA 505, sections 71, 161, 191, 281, 342, 391, 409, 411, 431, and 467 as amended by 1999 PA 218, sections 254, 303, 409b, 413, 413a, 433, 433a, 467b, 467c, 624, and 644e as amended by 2012 PA 276, section 302 as amended and section 642c as added by 2011 PA 233, section 381 as amended by 2012 PA 523, section 467a as amended by 1981 PA 4, section 624a as amended by 1988 PA 116, sections 635 and 690 as amended by 2003 PA 302, section 654a as added by 1994 PA 401, section 668a as added by 2004 PA 96, section 669 as amended by 2000 PA 207, sections 673a and 679 as amended by 1996 PA 583, sections 674, 764b, and 765 as amended by 1996 PA 207, section 677 as amended by 2012 PA 157, section 679a as amended by 2012 PA 271, section 719 as amended by 2017 PA 113, section 764c as added by 2012 PA 270, and section 766 as amended by 2005 PA 71; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

The House of Representatives has substituted (H-1) the bill.

The House of Representatives has passed the bill as substituted (H-1), ordered that it be given immediate effect and pursuant to Joint Rule 20, inserted the full title.

Pending the order that, under rule 3.202, the bill be laid over one day,

Senator Kowall moved that the rule be suspended.

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

The question being on concurring in the substitute made to the bill by the House,

The substitute was concurred in, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:

Roll Call No. 197 Yeas—37

Ananich Hansen Knollenberg Robertson

Bieda Hertel Kowall Rocca

Booher Hildenbrand MacGregor Schmidt

Brandenburg Hood Marleau Schuitmaker

Casperson Hopgood Meekhof Shirkey

Colbeck Horn Nofs Stamas

Conyers Hune O’Brien Warren

Emmons Jones Pavlov Young

Green Knezek Proos Zorn

Gregory

Nays—0

Excused—0

Not Voting—0

In The Chair: Schuitmaker

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.

Senate Bill No. 810, entitled

A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending sections 9940 and 9941 (MCL 600.9940 and 600.9941), section 9940 as amended by 1982 PA 40 and section 9941 as amended by 1981 PA 146.

The House of Representatives has substituted (H-1) the bill.

The House of Representatives has passed the bill as substituted (H-1), ordered that it be given immediate effect and amended the title to read as follows:

A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “An act to revise and consolidate the statutes relating to the organization and jurisdiction of the courts of this state; the powers and duties of the courts, and of the judges and other officers of the courts; the forms and attributes of civil claims and actions; the time within which civil actions and proceedings may be brought in the courts; pleading, evidence, practice, and procedure in civil and criminal actions and proceedings in the courts; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to provide remedies and penalties for the violation of certain provisions of this act; to repeal all acts and parts of acts inconsistent with or contravening any of the provisions of this act; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending section 9940 (MCL 600.9940), as amended by 1982 PA 40.

Pending the order that, under rule 3.202, the bill be laid over one day,

Senator Kowall moved that the rule be suspended.

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

The question being on concurring in the substitute made to the bill by the House,

The substitute was concurred in, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:

Roll Call No. 198 Yeas—37

Ananich Hansen Knollenberg Robertson

Bieda Hertel Kowall Rocca

Booher Hildenbrand MacGregor Schmidt

Brandenburg Hood Marleau Schuitmaker

Casperson Hopgood Meekhof Shirkey

Colbeck Horn Nofs Stamas

Conyers Hune O’Brien Warren

Emmons Jones Pavlov Young

Green Knezek Proos Zorn

Gregory

Nays—0

Excused—0

Not Voting—0

In The Chair: Schuitmaker

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 as amended.

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

Senate Bill No. 811, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” by amending section 1811 (MCL 380.1811).

The House of Representatives has amended the bill as follows:

1. Amend page 1, line 7, by striking out all of enacting section 1 and inserting:

“Enacting section 1. This amendatory act takes effect December 31, 2018.”.

The House of Representatives has passed the bill as amended, ordered that it be given immediate effect and pursuant to Joint Rule 20, inserted the full title.

Pending the order that, under rule 3.202, the bill be laid over one day,

Senator Kowall moved that the rule be suspended.

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

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. 199 Yeas—37

Ananich Hansen Knollenberg Robertson

Bieda Hertel Kowall Rocca

Booher Hildenbrand MacGregor Schmidt

Brandenburg Hood Marleau Schuitmaker

Casperson Hopgood Meekhof Shirkey

Colbeck Horn Nofs Stamas

Conyers Hune O’Brien Warren

Emmons Jones Pavlov Young

Green Knezek Proos Zorn

Gregory

Nays—0

Excused—0

Not Voting—0

In The Chair: Schuitmaker

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.

Senate Bill No. 812, entitled

A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending section 794b (MCL 168.794b), as amended by 1990 PA 109, and by adding sections 37a, 37b, and 765a; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

The House of Representatives has substituted (H-1) the bill.

The House of Representatives has passed the bill as substituted (H-1), ordered that it be given immediate effect and pursuant to Joint Rule 20, inserted the full title.

Pending the order that, under rule 3.202, the bill be laid over one day,

Senator Kowall moved that the rule be suspended.

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

The question being on concurring in the substitute made to the bill by the House,

The substitute was concurred in, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:

Roll Call No. 200 Yeas—37

Ananich Hansen Knollenberg Robertson

Bieda Hertel Kowall Rocca

Booher Hildenbrand MacGregor Schmidt

Brandenburg Hood Marleau Schuitmaker

Casperson Hopgood Meekhof Shirkey

Colbeck Horn Nofs Stamas

Conyers Hune O’Brien Warren

Emmons Jones Pavlov Young

Green Knezek Proos Zorn

Gregory

Nays—0

Excused—0

Not Voting—0

In The Chair: Schuitmaker

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.

Senate Bill No. 813, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 11d of chapter XVII (MCL 777.11d), as amended by 2012 PA 278.

The House of Representatives has amended the bill as follows:

1. Amend page 3, line 15, by striking out all of enacting section 1 and inserting:

“Enacting section 1. This amendatory act takes effect December 31, 2018.”.

The House of Representatives has passed the bill as amended, ordered that it be given immediate effect and pursuant to Joint Rule 20, inserted the full title.

Pending the order that, under rule 3.202, the bill be laid over one day,

Senator Kowall moved that the rule be suspended.

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

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. 201 Yeas—37

Ananich Hansen Knollenberg Robertson

Bieda Hertel Kowall Rocca

Booher Hildenbrand MacGregor Schmidt

Brandenburg Hood Marleau Schuitmaker

Casperson Hopgood Meekhof Shirkey

Colbeck Horn Nofs Stamas

Conyers Hune O’Brien Warren

Emmons Jones Pavlov Young

Green Knezek Proos Zorn

Gregory

Nays—0

Excused—0

Not Voting—0

In The Chair: Schuitmaker

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.

Senate Bill No. 814, entitled

A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending sections 491, 492, 492a, 495, 497, 498, 500a, 500d, 500i, 501, 502, 503, 505, 506, 507a, 509o, 509p, 509r, 514, 516, 519, 520, and 521 (MCL 168.491, 168.492, 168.492a, 168.495, 168.497, 168.498, 168.500a, 168.500d, 168.500i, 168.501, 168.502, 168.503, 168.505, 168.506, 168.507a, 168.509o, 168.509p, 168.509r, 168.514, 168.516, 168.519, 168.520, and 168.521), sections 491, 497, and 507a as amended by 1989 PA 142, section 492 as amended by 2010 PA 253, sections 495 and 500a as amended by 1995 PA 87, section 498 as amended by 2005 PA 71, section 501 as amended by 2014 PA 79, section 505 as amended by 2003 PA 302, sections 509o and 509p as added by 1994 PA 441, section 509r as amended by 2012 PA 270, and section 514 as amended by 2012 PA 271; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

The House of Representatives has substituted (H-2) the bill.

The House of Representatives has passed the bill as substituted (H-2), ordered that it be given immediate effect and pursuant to Joint Rule 20, inserted the full title.

Pending the order that, under rule 3.202, the bill be laid over one day,

Senator Kowall moved that the rule be suspended.

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

The question being on concurring in the substitute made to the bill by the House,

The substitute was concurred in, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:

Roll Call No. 202 Yeas—37

Ananich Hansen Knollenberg Robertson

Bieda Hertel Kowall Rocca

Booher Hildenbrand MacGregor Schmidt

Brandenburg Hood Marleau Schuitmaker

Casperson Hopgood Meekhof Shirkey

Colbeck Horn Nofs Stamas

Conyers Hune O’Brien Warren

Emmons Jones Pavlov Young

Green Knezek Proos Zorn

Gregory

Nays—0

Excused—0

Not Voting—0

In The Chair: Schuitmaker

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.

Third Reading of Bills

Senator Kowall moved that the following bills be placed at the head of the Third Reading of Bills calendar:

House Bill No. 4905

Senate Bill No. 892

House Bill No. 5261

The motion prevailed.

The following bill was read a third time:

House Bill No. 4905, entitled

A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending section 7cc (MCL 211.7cc), as amended by 2017 PA 121.

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. 203 Yeas—37

Ananich Hansen Knollenberg Robertson

Bieda Hertel Kowall Rocca

Booher Hildenbrand MacGregor Schmidt

Brandenburg Hood Marleau Schuitmaker

Casperson Hopgood Meekhof Shirkey

Colbeck Horn Nofs Stamas

Conyers Hune O’Brien Warren

Emmons Jones Pavlov Young

Green Knezek Proos Zorn

Gregory

Nays—0

Excused—0

Not Voting—0

In The Chair: Schuitmaker

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 assessment of rights and interests, including leasehold interests, in property and the levy and collection of taxes on property, and for the collection of taxes levied; making those taxes a lien on the property taxed, establishing and continuing the lien, providing for the sale or forfeiture and conveyance of property delinquent for taxes, and for the inspection and disposition of lands bid off to the state and not redeemed or purchased; to provide for the establishment of a delinquent tax revolving fund and the borrowing of money by counties and the issuance of notes; to define and limit the jurisdiction of the courts in proceedings in connection with property delinquent for taxes; to limit the time within which actions may be brought; to prescribe certain limitations with respect to rates of taxation; to prescribe certain powers and duties of certain officers, departments, agencies, and political subdivisions of this state; to provide for certain reimbursements of certain expenses incurred by units of local government; to provide penalties for the violation of this act; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,”.

The Senate agreed to the full title.

The following bill was read a third time:

Senate Bill No. 892, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending section 625k (MCL 257.625k), as amended by 2016 PA 32, and by adding section 62b.

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. 204 Yeas—37

Ananich Hansen Knollenberg Robertson

Bieda Hertel Kowall Rocca

Booher Hildenbrand MacGregor Schmidt

Brandenburg Hood Marleau Schuitmaker

Casperson Hopgood Meekhof Shirkey

Colbeck Horn Nofs Stamas

Conyers Hune O’Brien Warren

Emmons Jones Pavlov Young

Green Knezek Proos Zorn

Gregory

Nays—0

Excused—0

Not Voting—0

In The Chair: Schuitmaker

The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.

The following bill was read a third time:

House Bill No. 5261, entitled

A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending section 9o (MCL 211.9o), as amended by 2017 PA 261.

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. 205 Yeas—37

Ananich Hansen Knollenberg Robertson

Bieda Hertel Kowall Rocca

Booher Hildenbrand MacGregor Schmidt

Brandenburg Hood Marleau Schuitmaker

Casperson Hopgood Meekhof Shirkey

Colbeck Horn Nofs Stamas

Conyers Hune O’Brien Warren

Emmons Jones Pavlov Young

Green Knezek Proos Zorn

Gregory

Nays—0

Excused—0

Not Voting—0

In The Chair: Schuitmaker

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:

The Senate agreed to the full title.

By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of

Resolutions

Senator Kowall moved that consideration of the following resolutions be postponed for today:

Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 10

Senate Resolution No. 30

Senate Resolution No. 105

Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 20

Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 21

The motion prevailed.

Senators Horn, Zorn, Knollenberg, Jones, Brandenburg, MacGregor, Booher, Hildenbrand, Proos, Emmons, Colbeck, Stamas, Marleau and Schmidt offered the following resolution:

Senate Resolution No. 153.

A resolution to oppose the Michigan State Waterways Commission recommendation that legislation be introduced to require the registration with a fee of all rigid-hulled kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards eight feet or longer.

Whereas, Paddle sports are one of the fastest-growing outdoor activities in the nation. Many Michigan residents and visitors from other states enjoy a leisurely paddle on the waters of this state and in doing so, contribute more than $140 million to Michigan’s economy; and

Whereas, The Michigan State Waterways Commission recently passed Resolution 02-2018-01 recommending that registration fees be implemented for all rigid-hulled kayaks and canoes as well as paddleboards eight feet or longer. Under current law, these vessels are exempt from fees and registration in Michigan; and

Whereas, Most paddlers will receive minimal benefit from the registration fees, especially the many boaters who exclusively paddle inland waterways and rivers. Although some rustic and unimproved access sites exist along Michigan’s waterways and rivers, most funding for access sites go to state boat launches designed for powerboats and trailers. These sites are not necessarily safe or easy for paddlers to use. Paddlers who do choose to launch from state sites must purchase a recreation passport which supports the maintenance and operation of these sites. Registration fees also fund sheriff patrols on Michigan’s inland lakes. Although safer inland lakes are beneficial to paddlers, increased safety patrols will provide little benefit for paddlers traversing rivers and scenic waterways; and

Whereas, As more Michigan residents discover the excitement and adventure of paddling on Michigan waterways, a registration fee on these vessels would only curtail the growth of a sport that provides great benefits to our state. A family sport, paddling allows residents who are unable to participate in powerboating to access our boundless water resources. A registration fee would only place a burden on our residents while adversely impacting the economic benefits that paddle sports bring to Michigan; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate, That we oppose the Michigan State Waterways Commission resolution recommending legislation be introduced to require the registration with a fee of all rigid-hulled kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards eight feet or longer; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the members of the Michigan State Waterways Commission.

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

Senator Kowall 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 Kowall moved that the resolution be referred to the Committee on Outdoor Recreation and Tourism.

The motion prevailed.

Senator Green was named co‑sponsor of the resolution.

Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 32.

A concurrent resolution of tribute offered as a memorial for Burton Leland, former member of the House of Representatives and the Senate.

(For text of resolution, see Senate Journal No. 34, p. 520.)

The House of Representatives has adopted the concurrent resolution. The Speaker on behalf of the entire membership of the House of Representatives was named co‑sponsor.

The concurrent resolution was referred to the Secretary for record.

Introduction and Referral of Bills

Senator Nofs introduced

Senate Bill No. 943, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 11509, 11512, 11521, 11525, 11525a, and 11550 (MCL 324.11509, 324.11512, 324.11521, 324.11525, 324.11525a, and 324.11550), sections 11509 and 11512 as amended by 2004 PA 325, section 11521 as added by 2007 PA 212, section 11525 as amended by 2013 PA 250, section 11525a as amended by 2015 PA 82, and section 11550 as amended by 2003 PA 153.

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

Senator Bieda introduced

Senate Bill No. 944, entitled

A bill to amend 1951 PA 51, entitled “An act to provide for the classification of all public roads, streets, and highways in this state, and for the revision of that classification and for additions to and deletions from each classification; to set up and establish the Michigan transportation fund; to provide for the deposits in the Michigan transportation fund of specific taxes on motor vehicles and motor vehicle fuels; to provide for the allocation of funds from the Michigan transportation fund and the use and administration of the fund for transportation purposes; to promote safe and efficient travel for motor vehicle drivers, bicyclists, pedestrians, and other legal users of roads, streets, and highways; to set up and establish the truck safety fund; to provide for the allocation of funds from the truck safety fund and administration of the fund for truck safety purposes; to set up and establish the Michigan truck safety commission; to establish certain standards for road contracts for certain businesses; to provide for the continuing review of transportation needs within the state; to authorize the state transportation commission, counties, cities, and villages to borrow money, issue bonds, and make pledges of funds for transportation purposes; to authorize counties to advance funds for the payment of deficiencies necessary for the payment of bonds issued under this act; to provide for the limitations, payment, retirement, and security of the bonds and pledges; to provide for appropriations and tax levies by counties and townships for county roads; to authorize contributions by townships for county roads; to provide for the establishment and administration of the state trunk line fund, local bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds; to provide for the deposits in the state trunk line fund, critical bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds of money raised by specific taxes and fees; to provide for definitions of public transportation functions and criteria; to define the purposes for which Michigan transportation funds may be allocated; to provide for Michigan transportation fund grants; to provide for review and approval of transportation programs; to provide for submission of annual legislative requests and reports; to provide for the establishment and functions of certain advisory entities; to provide for conditions for grants; to provide for the issuance of bonds and notes for transportation purposes; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials; to provide for the making of loans for transportation purposes by the state transportation department and for the receipt and repayment by local units and agencies of those loans from certain specified sources; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending sections 10a, 12, 12b, 13, and 14 (MCL 247.660a, 247.662, 247.662b, 247.663, and 247.664), section 10a as amended by 1992 PA 137 and sections 12, 13, and 14 as amended by 2015 PA 175.

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

Senator Bieda introduced

Senate Bill No. 945, entitled

A bill to amend 1951 PA 51, entitled “An act to provide for the classification of all public roads, streets, and highways in this state, and for the revision of that classification and for additions to and deletions from each classification; to set up and establish the Michigan transportation fund; to provide for the deposits in the Michigan transportation fund of specific taxes on motor vehicles and motor vehicle fuels; to provide for the allocation of funds from the Michigan transportation fund and the use and administration of the fund for transportation purposes; to promote safe and efficient travel for motor vehicle drivers, bicyclists, pedestrians, and other legal users of roads, streets, and highways; to set up and establish the truck safety fund; to provide for the allocation of funds from the truck safety fund and administration of the fund for truck safety purposes; to set up and establish the Michigan truck safety commission; to establish certain standards for road contracts for certain businesses; to provide for the continuing review of transportation needs within the state; to authorize the state transportation commission, counties, cities, and villages to borrow money, issue bonds, and make pledges of funds for transportation purposes; to authorize counties to advance funds for the payment of deficiencies necessary for the payment of bonds issued under this act; to provide for the limitations, payment, retirement, and security of the bonds and pledges; to provide for appropriations and tax levies by counties and townships for county roads; to authorize contributions by townships for county roads; to provide for the establishment and administration of the state trunk line fund, local bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds; to provide for the deposits in the state trunk line fund, critical bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds of money raised by specific taxes and fees; to provide for definitions of public transportation functions and criteria; to define the purposes for which Michigan transportation funds may be allocated; to provide for Michigan transportation fund grants; to provide for review and approval of transportation programs; to provide for submission of annual legislative requests and reports; to provide for the establishment and functions of certain advisory entities; to provide for conditions for grants; to provide for the issuance of bonds and notes for transportation purposes; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials; to provide for the making of loans for transportation purposes by the state transportation department and for the receipt and repayment by local units and agencies of those loans from certain specified sources; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending section 10 (MCL 247.660), as amended by 2016 PA 246, and by adding section 10f.

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

Senators Horn, Stamas, Hildenbrand, MacGregor, Zorn, Knollenberg, Jones, Brandenburg and Schmidt introduced

Senate Bill No. 946, entitled

A bill to create and operate a Going pro talent program; to provide monetary awards to certain employers to train certain employees; to prescribe the duties and powers of certain state agencies and certain state and local officials; to create certain funds; and to provide for the distribution of money.

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

Senator Pavlov introduced

Senate Bill No. 947, entitled

A bill to amend 1980 PA 300, entitled “The public school employees retirement act of 1979,” by amending section 61 (MCL 38.1361), as amended by 2015 PA 219.

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

Senator Marleau introduced

Senate Bill No. 948, entitled

A bill to designate the monarch butterfly as the official insect of the state of Michigan.

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

Senator Marleau introduced

Senate Bill No. 949, entitled

A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” (MCL 168.1 to 168.992) by adding section 761b; 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 Elections and Government Reform.

House Bill No. 4891, entitled

A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending section 539g (MCL 750.539g), as amended by 1993 PA 227.

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. 4971, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 19 of chapter XVI (MCL 776.19).

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 Judiciary.

Announcements of Printing and Enrollment

The Secretary announced that the following House bills were received in the Senate and filed on Thursday, April 12:

House Bill Nos. 4891 4971

The Secretary announced that the following bills were printed and filed on Thursday, April 12, and are available at the Michigan Legislature website:

Senate Bill Nos. 933 934 935 936 937 938 939 940 941 942

House Bill Nos. 5783 5784 5785 5786 5787 5788 5789 5790 5791 5792 5793 5794 5795 5796

5797 5798 5799 5800 5801 5802 5803 5804 5805 5806 5807 5808 5809

Committee Reports

The Committee on Elections and Government Reform reported

House Bill No. 5644, entitled

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.

David B. Robertson

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Robertson, Emmons, Shirkey, Brandenburg and Hood

Nays: None

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

The Committee on Elections and Government Reform reported

House Bill No. 5646, entitled

A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending section 509o (MCL 168.509o), as added by 1994 PA 441.

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.

David B. Robertson

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Robertson, Emmons, Shirkey, Brandenburg and Hood

Nays: None

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

The Committee on Elections and Government Reform reported

House Bill No. 5669, entitled

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

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

David B. Robertson

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Robertson, Emmons, Shirkey and Brandenburg

Nays: Senator Hood

The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Committee on Elections and Government Reform submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, April 12, 2018, at 9:00 a.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Robertson (C), Emmons, Shirkey, Brandenburg and Hood

The Committee on Transportation reported

Senate Bill No. 837, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending section 320d (MCL 257.320d), as amended by 2012 PA 498.

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.

Thomas A. Casperson

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Casperson, Pavlov and Marleau

Nays: Senator Horn

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

The Committee on Transportation reported

House Bill No. 4628, entitled

A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2080) by adding section 10a.

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.

Thomas A. Casperson

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Casperson, Horn, Pavlov and Marleau

Nays: None

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

The Committee on Transportation reported

House Bill No. 4945, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending section 657a (MCL 257.657a), as added by 2014 PA 491.

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, Horn, Pavlov and Marleau

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Transportation reported

House Bill No. 5394, entitled

A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2080) by adding section 9b.

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, Horn, Pavlov and Marleau

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 Thursday, April 12, 2018, at 8:30 a.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Casperson (C), Horn, Pavlov and Marleau

Excused: Senator Conyers

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Committee on Appropriations submitted the following:

Meeting held on Wednesday, April 11, 2018, at 2:00 p.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower

Present: Senators Hildenbrand (C), MacGregor, Hansen, Stamas, Schuitmaker, Knollenberg, Booher, Shirkey, Proos, Nofs, Green, Marleau, Gregory, Hopgood, Hertel, Knezek and Young

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Committee on Economic Development and International Investment submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, April 12, 2018, at 1:30 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Horn (C), Schmidt, Stamas, Emmons, MacGregor, Warren and Bieda

Excused: Senators Brandenburg and Conyers

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Subcommittee on Licensing and Regulatory Affairs submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, April 12, 2018, at 2:30 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Knollenberg (C), Marleau and Young

Scheduled Meetings

Appropriations - Wednesday, April 18, 2:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373-5307)

Commerce - Wednesday, April 18, 8:30 a.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (373-5312)

Economic Development and International Investment - Thursday, April 19, 1:30 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (373-5323)

Families, Seniors and Human Services - Wednesday, April 18, 3:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (373-5314) (CANCELED)

Michigan Competitiveness - Wednesday, April 18, 8:30 a.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (373-5323)

Natural Resources - Wednesday, April 18, 12:30 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (373-5312)

Transportation - Thursday, April 19, 8:00 a.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (373-5312)

Senator Kowall moved that the Senate adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 12:10 p.m.

The President pro tempore, Senator Schuitmaker, declared the Senate adjourned until Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at 10:00 a.m.

JEFFREY F. COBB

Secretary of the Senate

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