STATE OF MICHIGAN
JOURNAL
OF THE
House of Representatives
100th Legislature
REGULAR SESSION OF 2019
House Chamber, Lansing, Wednesday, April 10, 2019.
1:30 p.m.
The House was called to order by the Speaker.
The roll was called by the
Clerk of the House of Representatives, who announced that a quorum was present.
Afendoulis—present Filler—present Kahle—present Reilly—present
Albert—present Frederick—present Kennedy—present Rendon—present
Alexander—present Garrett—present Koleszar—present Robinson—present
Allor—present Garza—present Kuppa—present Sabo—present
Anthony—present Gay-Dagnogo—present LaFave—present Schroeder—present
Bellino—present Glenn—present LaGrand—present Shannon—present
Berman—present Green—present Lasinski—present Sheppard—present
Bolden—present Greig—present Leutheuser—present Slagh—present
Bollin—present Griffin—present Liberati—excused Sneller—present
Brann—present Guerra—present Lightner—present Sowerby—present
Brixie—present Haadsma—present Lilly—present Stone—present
Byrd—present Hall—present Love—excused Tate—present
Calley—present Hammoud—present Lower—present VanSingel—present
Cambensy—present Hauck—present Maddock—present VanWoerkom—present
Camilleri—present Hernandez—present Manoogian—present Vaupel—present
Carter, B.—present Hertel—present Marino—present Wakeman—present
Carter, T.—present Hoadley—present Markkanen—present Warren—present
Chatfield—present Hoitenga—present Meerman—present Webber—present
Cherry—present Hood—present Miller—present Wendzel—present
Chirkun—present Hope—present Mueller—present Wentworth—present
Clemente—present Hornberger—present Neeley—present Whiteford—present
Cole—present Howell—present O’Malley—present Whitsett—present
Coleman—present Huizenga—present Pagan—present Wittenberg—present
Crawford—present Iden—present Paquette—present Witwer—present
Eisen—present Inman—present Peterson—present Wozniak—present
Elder—present Johnson,
C.—present Pohutsky—present Yancey—present
Ellison—present Johnson,
S.—present Rabhi—present Yaroch—present
Farrington—present Jones—present
e/d/s = entered during session
Rep. John Chirkun, from the 22nd District,
offered the following invocation:
“Dear Heavenly Father,
We thank You for this day and we give thanks
for the opportunity to conduct the work the citizens of the great state of
Michigan have called upon us to do here in our state’s capitol. I pray that You
continue to bless this body and guide all members of the legislature and staff,
in our duties as policy makers so that we may ensure every decision made, be
made with Your good grace that will be of benefit to all and move Michigan
forward. I pray You bless our families and loved ones and watch over them while
we are away from our homes and communities.
Lord, we pray that You bless our men and women
who preserve and protect the very freedoms we enjoy every day. Please watch
over our communities’ members who serve in the United States Military and first
responders who keep our communities safe.
In Your name we pray,
Amen.”
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Rep.
Rabhi moved that Reps. Liberati and Love be excused from today’s session.
The
motion prevailed.
Motions and Resolutions
House Resolution No. 58.
A
resolution to declare April 2019 as Child Abuse Prevention Month in the state
of Michigan.
Whereas,
Since 1983, April has been designated National Child Abuse Prevention Month and
has served to increase public awareness, knowledge, and understanding of the
issues surrounding the abuse and neglect of children; and
Whereas,
Crossing all racial, economic, and geographic boundaries and including
physical, sexual, and emotional abuse and physical neglect, the repercussions
are long-lasting, not only for the victims and their families, but also for
communities and society as a whole; and
Whereas,
Safe, stable, and nurturing relationships are essential to prevent child
maltreatment and to assure that children reach their full potential; and
Whereas,
Parents and other caregivers, when supported, can safeguard the long-term
growth and well-being of children, enabling them to contribute meaningfully to
their communities in adulthood; and
Whereas,
Child abuse and neglect prevention is a most critical issue to be addressed for
the long-term prosperity of our state and country. Effective child development
is hindered by the toxic stress produced by child abuse and neglect; and
Whereas,
The stress produced by child abuse and neglect is a significant public health
problem that imposes lasting and damaging effects on children’s psychological,
physical, and social health into adulthood, affecting community growth and
development; and
Whereas,
Child abuse prevention organizations encourage all individuals and
organizations to play a role in making Michigan a better place for children and
families by ensuring that parents have the knowledge, skills, and resources
they need to care for their children; and
Whereas,
Promoting family resiliency, social support systems, nurturing and attachment,
and knowledge of parenting/child development are all known protective factors
which prevent child mistreatment and help to strengthen families; and
Whereas, The Power of One, an initiative led by
the Michigan Children’s Trust Fund that asserts that one community, one person,
one dollar or one action can help protect Michigan’s children from abuse and neglect;
and
Whereas, Every individual has a role to play in the
prevention of child abuse and neglect; now, therefore, be it
Resolved
by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body
declare April 2019 as Child Abuse Prevention Month in the state of Michigan;
and be it further
Resolved,
That the members of this legislative body encourage all Michiganders to work to
build safe communities, promote strong families, and raise healthy children by
supporting those who are striving to end the tragic abuse and neglect of
children and allow them to realize their own potential.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
House Resolution No. 59.
A
resolution to declare April 2019 as Junior Achievement Month in the state of
Michigan.
Whereas,
Junior Achievement is a not-for-profit organization that fosters partnerships
between businesses and educators and uses hands-on curriculum to help young
people understand the economics of life; and
Whereas,
Junior Achievement’s purpose is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed
in a global economy; and
Whereas,
Since Junior Achievement’s creation in 1919, the program has reached more than
92 million students. It is devoted to its mission of ensuring that every child
in America has a fundamental understanding of financial literacy and the free enterprise
system; and
Whereas,
Junior Achievement is designed to be taught in the classroom by business,
parent, and community volunteers. Classroom volunteers make economic concepts
relevant, fuel the entrepreneurial spirit, and challenge students to excel; and
Whereas,
Junior Achievement has been primarily funded by the private sector of
businesses, individuals, and foundations; and
Whereas,
Junior Achievement brings volunteers into the classrooms to lead exciting
hands-on activities in grades K-12. These activities show students the
relevance of education to the workplace and help prepare them for secondary
school and lifelong learning. Concepts and skills taught at each program level
build on those learned in preceding grades; and
Whereas,
Junior Achievement programs focus on developing and preparing young people for
issues they will encounter in the economic and employment environment. Students
are taught to use economics, business, and financial literacy to prepare for
and improve their quality of life; now, therefore, be it
Resolved
by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body
declare April 2019 as Junior Achievement Month in the state of Michigan.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
Reps. Hammoud, Greig, Camilleri, Clemente, Rabhi,
Bolden, Koleszar, Pohutsky, Cherry, Robinson, Kuppa, Marino, Mueller, Garza,
Liberati, Peterson, Neeley, Sneller, Bellino, Hertel, Hope, Wittenberg,
Manoogian, Anthony, Tate, Jones, Chirkun, Crawford, Gay-Dagnogo, Haadsma,
Lasinski, Shannon, Sowerby, Stone, Warren and Witwer offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 60.
A
resolution to declare April 2019 as Arab-American Heritage Month in the state
of Michigan.
Whereas,
At least 200,000 Arab-Americans reside in the state of Michigan; and
Whereas,
Michigan is home to the highest concentration of Arab-Americans in the United
States; and
Whereas,
Arab-Americans have been an integral part of the state of Michigan since their
migration to the United States in the early 1900’s in search for a destination
that will better provide political, economic and religious freedom; and
Whereas,
Since migrating to the United States, men and women of Arab descent have shared
their rich culture and traditions with neighbors and friends, while also
setting fine examples of model citizens and public servants; and
Whereas,
The economic capabilities and political involvement on all levels of government
are a testament to the power of the Arab-American community; and
Whereas, Arab migrants to the United States brought with
them their resilient family values, strong work ethic, dedication to education,
and diversity in faith and creed that have added strength to our great
democracy; and
Whereas,
The vast contributions of the Arab-American community in the fields of
academia, business, medicine, science and social justice continue to make our
state a better place to live; and
Whereas,
The working class population of this community has played a pivotal role in the
establishment of industrial force that our state is known for today; and
Whereas,
Arab Americans join all Americans in the desire to see a peaceful and diverse
society, where every individual is treated equally and feels safe; now,
therefore, be it
Resolved
by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body
declare April 2019 as Arab-American Heritage Month in the state of Michigan.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
Reps. Lower, Eisen, Lightner, Chirkun, Crawford,
Gay-Dagnogo and Rendon offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 61.
A
resolution to encourage the Natural Resources Commission to add Sandhill cranes
to the game species list and seek U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service approval to
establish a Sandhill crane hunting season.
Whereas,
Michigan is home to an ever-increasing population of Sandhill cranes. The 2016
Michigan Breeding Waterfowl Survey estimates 48,900 spring breeding Sandhill
cranes, and over the past 10 years, the population has grown an average of 9.4
percent annually; and
Whereas,
The increased Sandhill crane population in Michigan has created a conflict with
Michigan farmers as the Sandhill cranes feed on seeds of germinating corn
during their spring migratory season. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
continues to receive numerous requests from Michigan farmers for nuisance
permits allowing them to kill Sandhill cranes that are damaging their crops;
and
Whereas,
Sandhill cranes killed under nuisance permits are a wasted resource as the meat
is not harvested. Hunting Sandhill cranes would both help control the damage
caused by cranes and offer Michigan residents an opportunity to harvest
exceptional game meat; and
Whereas,
Sandhill cranes are already hunted in Minnesota, Tennessee, and Kentucky when
they migrate beyond Michigan’s borders. They are classified as a game species
under the federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1916; and
Whereas,
Hunting seasons are strictly regulated by the Mississippi Flyway Council and
the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to ensure that the Sandhill crane population
remains robust. Under the Eastern
Population Crane Management Plan, states may only receive approval for a
hunting season after submitting pertinent information to the Mississippi Flyway
Council, including an estimate of the peak number of Sandhill cranes and time
of migration over a five-year period, proposed number of permits to be issued,
and proposed season dates. States with hunting seasons are required to gather
information from hunters and track the Sandhill crane population; and
Whereas,
The Sandhill crane population in Michigan continues to grow. However,
overpopulation and continued damage to crops are real concerns if the species
is not properly managed. A hunting season will benefit farmers, hunters, and
the growing Sandhill crane population; now, therefore, be it
Resolved
by the House of Representatives, That we encourage the Natural Resources
Commission to add Sandhill cranes to the game species list and seek U.S. Fish
and Wildlife Service approval to establish a Sandhill crane hunting season; and
be it further
Resolved,
That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the members of the Michigan
Natural Resources Commission, the Director of the Michigan Department of
Natural Resources, and the Governor of Michigan.
The resolution was referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and
Outdoor Recreation.
Reps. Garrett, Chirkun, Clemente, Garza,
Gay-Dagnogo, Haadsma, Jones, Kahle, Kuppa, Lasinski, Manoogian,
Shannon, Sneller, Sowerby, Stone, Warren and Witwer offered the following
resolution:
House Resolution No. 62.
A
resolution to declare April 10, 2019, as End Epilepsy Day in the state of
Michigan.
Whereas,
End Epilepsy Day seeks to raise awareness about, and change the conversation
around, epilepsy and seizures, to engage everyone in the fight to End Epilepsy,
as well as to improve and save lives through care, advocacy, research and new
therapies, and education; and
Whereas,
Epilepsy is a disorder of the brain characterized by recurrent and unprovoked
seizures that can affect anyone, at any age, any time; and
Whereas,
Approximately 3.4 million people in the United States, including 108,000 people
in Michigan, live with epilepsy and seizures; and
Whereas,
While many treatments are approved to treat seizures, thirty to forty percent
with epilepsy still live with uncontrolled seizures despite multiple treatment
trials; and
Whereas,
Epilepsy can affect anyone with a brain, and anyone with a brain can affect
epilepsy; and
Whereas,
Through action together on End Epilepsy Day and during other awareness
initiatives, such as International Epilepsy Day, National Epilepsy Awareness
Month, and Brain Awareness Week – and every day of the year – we must increase
public awareness about epilepsy and seizure first aid and change the way people
think about epilepsy and seizures; now, therefore, be it
Resolved
by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body
declare April 10, 2019, as End Epilepsy Day in the state of Michigan. We
encourage Michigan residents to take action together and use our brains to end
epilepsy and the challenges of epilepsy.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
Third Reading of Bills
A bill
to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending
section 3240 (MCL 600.3240), as amended by 2014 PA 431.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the
members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 44 Yeas—107
Afendoulis Farrington Jones Rendon
Albert Filler Kahle Robinson
Alexander Frederick Kennedy Sabo
Allor Garrett Koleszar Schroeder
Anthony Garza Kuppa Shannon
Bellino Gay-Dagnogo LaFave Sheppard
Berman Glenn LaGrand Slagh
Bolden Green Lasinski Sneller
Bollin Greig Leutheuser Sowerby
Brann Griffin Lightner Stone
Brixie Guerra Lilly Tate
Byrd Haadsma Lower VanSingel
Calley Hall Maddock VanWoerkom
Cambensy Hammoud Manoogian Vaupel
Camilleri Hauck Marino Wakeman
Carter,
B. Hernandez Markkanen Warren
Carter,
T. Hertel Meerman Webber
Chatfield Hoadley Miller Wendzel
Cherry Hoitenga Mueller Wentworth
Chirkun Hood Neeley Whiteford
Clemente Hope O’Malley Whitsett
Cole Hornberger Pagan Wittenberg
Coleman Howell Paquette Witwer
Crawford Huizenga Peterson Wozniak
Eisen Iden Pohutsky Yancey
Elder Inman Rabhi Yaroch
Ellison Johnson, C. Reilly
Nays—1
Johnson,
S.
In The Chair: Chatfield
The
House agreed to the title of the bill.
Rep.
Whiteford moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The
motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
Second
Reading of Bills
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The
general property tax act,” by amending section 78q (MCL 211.78q), as amended by
2016 PA 518.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Byrd moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of
Bills.
The
motion prevailed.
House
Bill No. 4224, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public
health code,” by amending section 7104 (MCL 333.7104), as amended by 2001 PA
233.
Was read a second time, and the question being
on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-1) previously recommended by the
Committee on Ways and Means,
The substitute (H-1) was adopted, a majority
of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep.
Hoitenga moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
House
Bill No. 4225, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public
health code,” by amending section 7303a (MCL 333.7303a), as amended by 2018 PA
101.
Was read a second time, and the question being
on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-2) previously recommended by the
Committee on Ways and Means,
The
substitute (H-2) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting
therefor.
Rep.
Kahle moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
Senate Bill No. 203, entitled
A bill to amend 2016 PA 281, entitled “Medical
marihuana facilities licensing act,” by amending section 102 (MCL
333.27102), as amended by 2018 PA 648.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep.
Whiteford moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
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The
motion prevailed.
By unanimous consent the House returned to the
order of
Announcement by the Clerk of Printing and
Enrollment
The
Clerk announced that the following bills had been reproduced and made available
electronically on Tuesday, April 9:
House
Bill Nos. 4425 4426 4427 4428 4429 4430 4431 4432 4433 4434 4435 4436 4437 4438 4439 4440
The Clerk announced that the following bills
had been reproduced and made available electronically on Wednesday, April 10:
Senate Bill Nos. 255 256 257
The Clerk announced that the following Senate bills
had been received on Wednesday, April 10:
Senate Bill Nos. 42 122 202
Reports of Standing Committees
The
Committee on Government Operations, by Rep. Sheppard, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4440, entitled
A bill to amend 2016 PA 281, entitled “Medical
marihuana facilities licensing act,” by amending section 402 (MCL 333.27402), as amended by 2018 PA 582.
With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that
the bill then pass.
The bill and substitute were referred to the order of Second Reading of
Bills.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Sheppard, Cole, Lilly, Greig and Rabhi
Nays: None
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Sheppard, Chair, of the
Committee on Government Operations, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Present: Reps. Sheppard, Cole, Lilly, Greig and Rabhi
The
Committee on Ways and Means, by Rep. Iden, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4206, entitled
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The state school aid act of 1979,”
by amending section 101 (MCL 388.1701), as amended by 2018 PA 586.
With the recommendation that the substitute (H-3) be adopted and that
the bill then pass.
The bill and substitute were referred to the order of Second Reading of
Bills.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle and Wentworth
Nays: Reps. Warren, Byrd, Neeley and Hertel
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Iden, Chair, of the Committee on
Ways and Means, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Present: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin,
Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd, Neeley and Hertel
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Crawford, Chair, of the Committee
on Families, Children, and Seniors, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Present: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman,
Wozniak, Garrett, Brenda Carter and Cynthia Johnson
Absent: Rep. Liberati
Excused: Rep. Liberati
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Afendoulis, Chair, of the Committee
on Tax Policy, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Present: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber,
Farrington, Steven Johnson, Hall, O’Malley, Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski and Whitsett
Absent: Rep. Robinson
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Alexander, Chair, of the Committee
on Agriculture, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Present: Reps. Alexander, Meerman, LaFave, Eisen, Mueller, Wendzel,
Coleman, Garza, Cynthia Johnson and Witwer
Absent: Rep. Elder
Excused: Rep. Elder
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Hoitenga, Chair, of the
committee on Communications and Technology, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Wednesday, April 10, 2019.
Present: Reps. Hoitenga, Steven Johnson, Wozniak, Coleman and Chirkun
Messages from the Senate
Senate Bill No. 42, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by
amending section 811d (MCL 257.811d), as amended by 2006 PA 562, and by adding
section 811gg.
The Senate has passed the bill.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the
Committee on Transportation.
A
bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” by amending
section 1249 (MCL 380.1249), as amended by 2018 PA 235.
The
Senate has passed the bill.
The
bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on
Education.
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The
revised school code,” by amending section 1249b (MCL 380.1249b), as added by
2015 PA 173.
The Senate has passed the bill.
The bill was read a first time by its title
and referred to the Committee on Education.
Introduction of Bills
Rep. Lightner introduced
House Bill No. 4441, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan
vehicle code,” by amending section 627 (MCL 257.627), as amended by 2016 PA
445.
The bill was read a first time by its title
and referred to the Committee on Transportation.
House Bill No. 4442, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and
environmental protection act,” by amending section 40113a (MCL 324.40113a), as
amended by 2016 PA 382, and by adding sections 43528c, 43528d, 48714a, and
48714b.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the
Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation.
House Bill No. 4443, entitled
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175,
entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 1f of
chapter IV (MCL 764.1f), as amended by 1998 PA 520.
The bill was read a first time by
its title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
Reps. Steven Johnson, Miller, Howell, Iden and
Bellino introduced
House Bill No. 4444, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled “Freedom
of information act,” by amending section 11 (MCL 15.241), as amended by 2014 PA
563.
The bill was read a first time by its title
and referred to the Committee on Oversight.
Reps. Iden, Steven Johnson, Howell and Bellino
introduced
House Bill No. 4445, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled “Freedom
of information act,” by amending section 4 (MCL 15.234), as amended by 2018 PA
523.
The bill was read a first time by its title
and referred to the Committee on Oversight.
Rep. Calley introduced
House Bill No. 4446, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 388, entitled “Michigan
campaign finance act,” by amending sections 5, 9, 12, 21, 24, 34, 41, 51, 54,
and 55 (MCL 169.205, 169.209, 169.212, 169.221, 169.224, 169.234, 169.241,
169.251, 169.254, and 169.255), sections 5 and 41 as amended by 1999 PA 237,
sections 9, 24, 51, 54, and 55 as amended by 2017 PA 119, section 12 as amended
by 2001 PA 250, section 21 as amended by 2015 PA 269, and section 34 as amended
by 2012 PA 277.
The bill was read a first time by its title
and referred to the Committee on Elections and Ethics.
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Rep. O’Malley moved that the House adjourn.
The motion prevailed, the time being 2:35 p.m.
The Speaker declared the House adjourned until
Thursday, April 11, at 12:00 Noon.
GARY L. RANDALL
Clerk of the House of Representatives