STATE OF MICHIGAN
JOURNAL
OF THE
House of Representatives
101st Legislature
REGULAR SESSION OF 2021
House Chamber, Lansing, Tuesday, April 13, 2021.
1:30 p.m.
The House was called to order by the Speaker Pro Tempore.
The roll was called by the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who announced that a quorum was present.
Aiyash—present Damoose—present LaFave—present Roth—present
Albert—present Eisen—present LaGrand—present Sabo—present
Alexander—present Ellison—present Lasinski—present Schroeder—present
Allor—present Farrington—present Liberati—present Scott—present
Anthony—present Filler—present Lightner—present Shannon—present
Beeler—present Fink—present Lilly—present Slagh—present
Bellino—present Frederick—present Maddock—present Sneller—present
Berman—present Garza—present Manoogian—present Sowerby—present
Beson—present Glenn—present Marino—present Steckloff—present
Bezotte—present Green—present Markkanen—present Steenland—present
Bolden—present Griffin—present Martin—present Stone—present
Bollin—present Haadsma—present Meerman—present Tate—present
Borton—present Hall—present Morse—present Thanedar—present
Brabec—present Hammoud—present Mueller—present Tisdel—present
Brann—present Hauck—present Neeley—present VanSingel—present
Breen—present Hertel—present O’Malley—present VanWoerkom—present
Brixie—present Hoitenga—present O’Neal—present Wakeman—present
Calley—present Hood—present Outman—present Weiss—present
Cambensy—present Hope—present Paquette—present Wendzel—present
Camilleri—present Hornberger—present Peterson—present Wentworth—present
Carra—present Howell—present Pohutsky—present Whiteford—present
Carter, B—present Huizenga—present Posthumus—present Whitsett—present
Carter, T—present Johnson, C—present Puri—present Witwer—present
Cavanagh—present Johnson, S—present Rabhi—present Wozniak—present
Cherry—present Jones—present Reilly—present Yancey—present
Clemente—present Kahle—present Rendon—present Yaroch—present
Clements—present Koleszar—present Rogers—present Young—present
Coleman—present Kuppa—present
e/d/s = entered during session
Rep. Brenda Carter, from the 29th District, offered the following invocation:
“Lord, thank You for waking us up this morning. Thank You for carrying us through this day thus far. Thank You for all the things that You give us from day to day. Lord, we thank You for the word that we hear from day-to-day. We pray that Your Word will be inspiring to all the people of this great state of Michigan and us.
We thank You for our Governor. We thank You for this legislative body. We thank You, Lord, for all the things that You give us from day to day. We pray for those that do not have as much. Be with them, give them strength, give us all strength to be the citizens that You call us to be.
We come from diverse backgrounds, ages, and cultures. Yet, out of many, we are one. We are humbled and blessed that You chose to represent Your servants in Michigan. We are humbled and blessed to be Your servants. Father, help us to see that You chose us to do Your mighty work.
In the words of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., ‘Everybody can be great...because anybody can serve. You don’t have to have a college degree to serve. You don’t have to make your subject and verb agree to serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.’ It is written in 1st Corinthians 13:1 that we can speak with the tongues of men and angels, have not love, and are of sounding brass and a tinkling cymbal. It is also written in 1st Corinthians 13:13 that the greatest of all things is love.
Lord, the people of Michigan have put their trust in us, to do what is best for Michigan. Please grant us wisdom and guide our actions so we may humbly serve those we represent. Lord, send Your love and protection to the men and women who have, are, and will defend our freedom, for all that we have and do is because of the sacrifice they have made. Grant us Your blessing, Amen.”
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The Speaker Pro Tempore called Associate Speaker Pro Tempore Paquette to the Chair.
Motions and Resolutions
Reps. Borton, Allor, Brabec, Rogers, O’Neal, Hope, Sabo, Sowerby, Morse, Lightner, Anthony, Markkanen, Martin, Griffin, Alexander, Bezotte, Calley, Marino, Peterson, Rabhi, Haadsma, Aiyash, Breen, Cherry, Garza, Liberati, Sneller and Weiss offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 77.
A resolution to declare April 2021 as County Government Month in the state of Michigan.
Whereas, County governments play a vital role in the delivery of key public services as the original regional government in our state; and
Whereas, April has been set aside nationally to highlight the important work of counties across the United States; and
Whereas, The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the duties that counties have for Michigan’s public health and public safety; and
Whereas, Counties supervise programs such as mental health, care for abused and neglected children, courts, vital records, land and property records, disaster preparedness, solid waste management, property tax administration, law enforcement, election administration, and incarceration of convicts. These programs are provided on behalf of and in conjunction with the state of Michigan; and
Whereas, Local governments and counties collaborate to provide such services as parks and recreation programs, senior citizen services, medical care facilities, drainage systems, and infrastructure construction and maintenance; and
Whereas, The theme for this year’s County Government Month is “Counties Matter” and focuses on the critical role counties play in public life; and
Whereas, Each year since 1991, counties across the country have actively promoted their own programs and services to the public they serve; and
Whereas, During this month, we join with the local counties and county commissioners to recognize and raise awareness of the countless efforts and contributions of county boards of commissioners throughout Michigan; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That members of this legislative body declare April 2021 as County Government Month in the state of Michigan. We urge all citizens to observe the month with appropriate programs and activities.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
House Resolution No. 78.
A resolution to encourage the United States Senate to extend the ratification deadline of the Equal Rights Amendment and affirm the amendment’s adoption.
Whereas, The Equal Rights Amendment, first introduced in 1923 after the passage of the Nineteenth Amendment securing women the right to vote, proposes to establish equal rights for men and women. The Equal Rights Amendment is considered a logical next step in ensuring women fair treatment and equal access to opportunity, and remains necessary today; and
Whereas, A half century later, championed by U.S. Representative Martha Griffiths of Michigan, the Equal Rights Amendment was approved by Congress and proposed to the states for ratification in 1972. The amendment’s proposing clause included a seven-year deadline for ratification, which Congress later extended; and
Whereas, The Michigan Legislature adopted HJR LLL in 1972 to ratify the amendment. Between 1972 and 1982, 34 more state legislatures approved the amendment, three states short of the number required for ratification; and
Whereas, There has been a renewed interest in ratifying the Equal Rights Amendment in recent years. In 2017 and 2018, respectively, the Nevada and Illinois legislatures ratified the amendment. In January 2020, Virginia became the 38th state to ratify the amendment; and
Whereas, The Equal Rights Amendment has met the constitutional requirement for ratification under Article V of the United States Constitution. It has been properly ratified by three-fourths of state legislatures; and
Whereas, In order to reflect the will of the states, Congress needs to repeal or extend the ratification deadline, an action it has taken for previous amendments. Under Article V, Congress has the authority to extend the deadline; and
Whereas, Significant progress has been made towards this goal. On March 17, 2021, the U.S. House of Representatives approved a resolution to remove the deadline to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment. A companion resolution must now be adopted by the United States Senate; and
Whereas, It has been almost a century since the Equal Rights Amendment was first introduced. It is long past time that we guarantee equality, security, and prosperity for women and men; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we encourage the United States Senate to extend the ratification deadline of the Equal Rights Amendment and affirm the amendment’s adoption; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the President of the United States Senate and the United States Senators from Michigan.
The resolution was referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
Reps. Weiss, Pohutsky, Morse, Stone, Sneller, Ellison, Koleszar, Bolden, Rogers, Kuppa, Brabec, Steckloff, Puri, Manoogian, Cherry, Brenda Carter, O’Neal, Sabo, Hertel, Lasinski, Camilleri, Brixie, Hope, Aiyash, Young, Whitsett, Cavanagh, Anthony, Garza, Liberati, Steenland, Scott, Breen, Witwer, Haadsma, Hammoud, Clemente, Coleman, Tyrone Carter, Sowerby, Peterson, Cambensy, Shannon, Hood, Rabhi and Yancey offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 79.
A resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States to enact legislation to protect workers’ rights.
Whereas, Our nation’s labor laws are no longer effective as a means to empower workers and protect the right to unionize. Decades of amendments to the National Labor Relations Act have favored employers and made it more difficult to form unions. The decline in union membership has corresponded with skyrocketing inequality; and
Whereas, H.R. 842 of 2021, commonly referred to as the Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act, is the most significant worker empowerment legislation since the Great Depression. The legislation would give workers a free and fair choice on whether to form a union, ensure workers can reach a first contract quickly after a union is recognized, end employers’ practice of punishing striking workers by hiring permanent replacements, and hold bad corporations accountable with real penalties for illegally retaliating against workers who organize; and
Whereas, The PRO Act would
also be effective in advancing civil rights. Expanding collective bargaining
will increase protections for women, people of color, immigrants, and the LGBTQ
community in areas where our laws still fall short; and
Whereas, The PRO Act would help make America’s economy work for working people and raise wages that have been stagnated for decades. A typical worker’s wages rose by only 9 percent from 1973 to 2013, while productivity increased by 74% over the same period; and
Whereas, Significant progress has already been made toward enacting this historic legislation. On March 9, 2021, the United States House of Representatives passed H.R. 842 of 2021; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we memorialize the Congress of the United States to enact legislation to protect workers’ rights; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, the President of the United States Senate, and the members of the Michigan congressional delegation.
The resolution was referred to the Committee on Workforce, Trades, and Talent.
Rep. Frederick moved that Rule 71 be suspended.
The motion prevailed, 3/5 of the members present voting therefor.
Reps. Aiyash, Rabhi, Breen, Cherry, Garza, Haadsma, Hammoud, Hope, Sneller, Sowerby and Weiss offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 80.
A resolution to extend best wishes to Muslims in Michigan, the United States, and worldwide, for a joyous and meaningful observance of Ramadan, a holy month of prayer, fasting, charity, and reflection.
Whereas, This occasion is observed in commitment to the Islamic principles and in remembrance of the month in which the holy Quran was revealed to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH); and
Whereas, This month of sacrifice and contemplation begins on or about the evening of Tuesday, April 13, 2021, based on the visual sightings of the crescent moon. Ramadan continues until on or about the evening of Thursday, May 13, 2021, with Eid al-Fitr, the celebration of the completion of the month; and
Whereas, Muslims in Michigan, our nation, and around the world will observe Ramadan by fasting, emphasizing self-discipline, worship, charity, and reading the Holy Quran to improve patience, humility, and spirituality; and
Whereas, Muslims in Michigan will put their faith into action by organizing the Ramadan Fight Against Hunger to collect and distribute over 55 tons of food to the state’s hungry and disadvantaged; and
Whereas, During Ramadan, Muslims spend this period in reflection and prayer while strengthening the bonds of family, friendship, and community. Ramadan is considered the most sacred month of the Islamic calendar; and
Whereas, The Muslim population has been growing in the United States and today’s Muslim American population is a tapestry of ethnic, racial, linguistic, social, and economic groups; and
Whereas, One of the largest populations of Muslims in the United States resides in southeast Michigan and makes meaningful contributions to our state; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body extend best wishes to Muslims in Michigan, the United States, and worldwide, for a joyous and meaningful observance of Ramadan, a holy month of prayer, fasting, charity, and reflection.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
Second Reading of Bills
Pending the Second Reading of
House Bill No. 4295, 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.
Rep. Frederick moved that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules and Competitiveness.
The motion prevailed.
House Bill No. 4055, entitled
A bill to amend
1964 PA 208, entitled “An act to grant scholarships to students enrolled in
postsecondary education institutions; and to provide for the administration of
the scholarship program,” by amending sections 3 and 4 (MCL 390.973 and
390.974), section 3 as amended by 1980 PA 500 and section 4 as amended by 1986
PA 270.
Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-1) previously recommended by the Committee on Education,
The substitute (H-1) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Anthony moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
House Bill No. 4056, entitled
A bill to amend 1966 PA 313, entitled “An act to award tuition grants to resident students enrolled in independent nonprofit institutions of higher learning; and to make an appropriation therefor,” by amending section 3 (MCL 390.993), as amended by 1980 PA 503.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. VanSingel moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
House Bill No. 4029, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending section 224a (MCL 750.224a), as amended by 2012 PA 122.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Hoitenga moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
House Bill No. 4282, entitled
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending section 163 (MCL 168.163), as amended by 2012 PA 276.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Calley moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
House Bill No. 4283, entitled
A bill to amend 1966 PA 261, entitled “An act to provide for the apportionment of county boards of commissioners; to prescribe the size of the board; to provide for appeals; to prescribe the manner of election of the members of the county board of commissioners; to provide for compensation of members; to prescribe penalties and provide remedies; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending sections 11 and 11a (MCL 46.411 and 46.411a), section 11 as amended by 2002 PA 158.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Sabo moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
House Bill No. 4284, entitled
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending sections 193 and 254 (MCL 168.193 and 168.254), section 193 as amended by 2012 PA 276 and section 254 as amended by 2018 PA 120.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Koleszar moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
House Bill No. 4285, entitled
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending section 349 (MCL 168.349), as amended by 2018 PA 654.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Bollin moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The
motion prevailed.
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1138a.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Coleman moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
House Bill No. 4568, entitled
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” (MCL 206.1 to 206.713) by adding sections 301a and 681a.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Hall moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
House Bill No. 4569, entitled
A bill to amend 1964 PA 284, entitled “City income tax act,” (MCL 141.501 to 141.787) by adding sections 40 and 80 to chapter 2.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Beeler moved to substitute (H-1) the bill.
Rep. Beeler moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
House Bill No. 4571, entitled
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” (MCL 206.1 to 206.713) by adding section 301a.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Yancey moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
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Rep. Rabhi moved that Rep. Steckloff be excused temporarily from today’s session.
The motion prevailed.
By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of
Third Reading of Bills
Rep. Frederick moved that House Bill No. 4568 be placed on its immediate passage.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
House Bill No. 4568, entitled
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” (MCL 206.1 to 206.713) by adding sections 301a and 681a.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 99 Yeas—108
Aiyash Coleman Kuppa Rogers
Albert Damoose LaFave Roth
Alexander Eisen LaGrand Sabo
Allor Ellison Lasinski Schroeder
Anthony Farrington Liberati Scott
Beeler Filler Lightner Shannon
Bellino Fink Lilly Slagh
Berman Frederick Maddock Sneller
Beson Garza Manoogian Sowerby
Bezotte Glenn Marino Steenland
Bolden Green Markkanen Stone
Bollin Griffin Martin Tate
Borton Haadsma Meerman Thanedar
Brabec Hall Morse Tisdel
Brann Hammoud Mueller VanSingel
Breen Hauck Neeley VanWoerkom
Brixie Hertel O’Malley Wakeman
Calley Hoitenga O’Neal Weiss
Cambensy Hood Outman Wendzel
Camilleri Hope Paquette Wentworth
Carra Hornberger Peterson Whiteford
Carter, B Howell Pohutsky Whitsett
Carter, T Huizenga Posthumus Witwer
Cavanagh Johnson, S Puri Wozniak
Cherry Jones Rabhi Yancey
Clemente Kahle Reilly Yaroch
Clements Koleszar Rendon Young
Nays—1
Johnson, C
In The Chair: Paquette
The House agreed to the title of the bill.
Rep. Frederick moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Frederick moved that House Bill No. 4569 be placed on its immediate passage.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
House Bill No. 4569, entitled
A bill to amend 1964 PA 284, entitled “City income tax act,” (MCL 141.501 to 141.787) by adding sections 40 and 80 to chapter 2.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 100 Yeas—109
Aiyash Damoose Kuppa Rogers
Albert Eisen LaFave Roth
Alexander Ellison LaGrand Sabo
Allor Farrington Lasinski Schroeder
Anthony Filler Liberati Scott
Beeler Fink Lightner Shannon
Bellino Frederick Lilly Slagh
Berman Garza Maddock Sneller
Beson Glenn Manoogian Sowerby
Bezotte Green Marino Steenland
Bolden Griffin Markkanen Stone
Bollin Haadsma Martin Tate
Borton Hall Meerman Thanedar
Brabec Hammoud Morse Tisdel
Brann Hauck Mueller VanSingel
Breen Hertel Neeley VanWoerkom
Brixie Hoitenga O’Malley Wakeman
Calley Hood O’Neal Weiss
Cambensy Hope Outman Wendzel
Camilleri Hornberger Paquette Wentworth
Carra Howell Peterson Whiteford
Carter, B Huizenga Pohutsky Whitsett
Carter, T Johnson, C Posthumus Witwer
Cavanagh Johnson, S Puri Wozniak
Cherry Jones Rabhi Yancey
Clemente Kahle Reilly Yaroch
Clements Koleszar Rendon Young
Coleman
Nays—0
In The Chair: Paquette
The House agreed to the title of the bill.
Rep. Frederick moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Frederick moved that House Bill No. 4571 be placed on its immediate passage.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
House Bill No. 4571, entitled
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” (MCL 206.1 to 206.713) by adding section 301a.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 101 Yeas—109
Aiyash Damoose Kuppa Rogers
Albert Eisen LaFave Roth
Alexander Ellison LaGrand Sabo
Allor Farrington Lasinski Schroeder
Anthony Filler Liberati Scott
Beeler Fink Lightner Shannon
Bellino Frederick Lilly Slagh
Berman Garza Maddock Sneller
Beson Glenn Manoogian Sowerby
Bezotte Green Marino Steenland
Bolden Griffin Markkanen Stone
Bollin Haadsma Martin Tate
Borton Hall Meerman Thanedar
Brabec Hammoud Morse Tisdel
Brann Hauck Mueller VanSingel
Breen Hertel Neeley VanWoerkom
Brixie Hoitenga O’Malley Wakeman
Calley Hood O’Neal Weiss
Cambensy Hope Outman Wendzel
Camilleri Hornberger Paquette Wentworth
Carra Howell Peterson Whiteford
Carter, B Huizenga Pohutsky Whitsett
Carter, T Johnson, C Posthumus Witwer
Cavanagh Johnson, S Puri Wozniak
Cherry Jones Rabhi Yancey
Clemente Kahle Reilly Yaroch
Clements Koleszar Rendon Young
Coleman
Nays—0
In The Chair: Paquette
The House agreed to the title of the bill.
Rep. Frederick moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
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Rep. Frederick moved that House Committees be given leave to meet during the balance of today’s session.
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 Thursday, March 25:
House Bill Nos. 4589 4590 4591 4592 4593 4594 4595 4596 4597 4598 4599 4600 4601
The Clerk announced the enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor on Tuesday, March 30, for her approval of the following bill:
Enrolled House Bill No. 4126 at 11:02 a.m.
The Clerk announced the enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor on Thursday, April 1, for her approval of the following bill:
Enrolled House Bill No. 4210 at 10:38 a.m.
The Clerk announced that the following bills had been reproduced and made available electronically on Tuesday, April 13:
Senate Bill Nos. 351 352 353 354
Reports of Standing Committees
The Committee on Military, Veterans and Homeland Security, by Rep. LaFave, Chair, referred
House Bill No. 4078, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending section 40111 (MCL 324.40111), as amended by 2018 PA 272.
to the Committee on Judiciary.
Favorable Roll Call
To Refer:
Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Jones, Coleman, Rogers and Steenland
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. LaFave, Chair, of the Committee on Military, Veterans and Homeland Security, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Tuesday, April 13, 2021
Present: Reps. LaFave, Beeler, Eisen, Bezotte, Martin, Jones, Coleman, Rogers and Steenland
The Committee on Elections and Ethics, by Rep. Bollin, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4200, entitled
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending section 477 (MCL 168.477), as amended by 2018 PA 608.
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. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson and Filler
Nays: Reps. Koleszar and Whitsett
The Committee on Elections and Ethics, by Rep. Bollin, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4491, entitled
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending sections 509o and 510 (MCL 168.509o and 168.510), section 509o as amended by 2018 PA 126.
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. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar and Whitsett
Nays: None
The Committee on Elections and Ethics, by Rep. Bollin, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4492, entitled
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending section 662 (MCL 168.662), as amended by 2004 PA 92.
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. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar and Whitsett
Nays: None
The Committee on Elections and Ethics, by Rep. Bollin, Chair, referred
House Bill No. 4528, entitled
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending sections 31, 683, and 730 (MCL 168.31, 168.683, and 168.730), section 31 as amended by 2012 PA 271, section 683 as amended by 2018 PA 120, and section 730 as amended by 1995 PA 261, and by adding section 730a.
to the Committee on Judiciary with the recommendation that the substitute (H-2) be adopted.
Favorable Roll Call
To Refer:
Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar and Whitsett
Nays: None
The bill and substitute were referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
The Committee on Elections and Ethics, by Rep. Bollin, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4530, entitled
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending sections 3, 52, 53, 92, 93, 132, 133, 162, 163, 192, 193, 253, 254, 322, 345, 349, 370, 409a, 412, 432, 433, 467a, 534, 535, 551, 559, 591, 592, 598, 611, 623a, 641, 642, 642a, 686a, 737a, 821, 963, and 970e (MCL 168.3, 168.52, 168.53, 168.92, 168.93, 168.132, 168.133, 168.162, 168.163, 168.192, 168.193, 168.253, 168.254, 168.322, 168.345, 168.349, 168.370, 168.409a, 168.412, 168.432, 168.433, 168.467a, 168.534, 168.535, 168.551, 168.559, 168.591, 168.592, 168.598, 168.611, 168.623a, 168.641, 168.642, 168.642a, 168.686a, 168.737a, 168.821, 168.963, and 168.970e), section 3 as amended by 2018 PA 603, sections 53, 93, 133, 163, 193, and 551 as amended by 2012 PA 276, sections 254, 433, and 467a as amended by 2018 PA 120, section 322 as amended by 2015 PA 103, section 349 as amended by 2018 PA 654, section 370 as amended by 2014 PA 94, section 534 as amended by 2018 PA 224, section 591 as amended by 2012 PA 128, sections 592, 598, and 623a as amended by 1988 PA 116, section 611 as amended by 1996 PA 583, section 641 as amended by 2015 PA 197, section 642 as amended by 2015 PA 100, section 642a as amended by 2012 PA 523, section 686a as amended by 1999 PA 216, section 737a as amended by 2018 PA 611, section 821 as amended by 2018 PA 614, section 963 as amended by 2015 PA 99, and section 970e as amended by 2015 PA 102.
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. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Filler, Koleszar and Whitsett
Nays: Rep. Steven Johnson
The Committee on Elections and Ethics, by Rep. Bollin, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4531, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” by amending sections 702 and 703 (MCL 380.702 and 380.703), as amended by 2003 PA 299.
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. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Filler, Koleszar and Whitsett
Nays: Rep. Steven Johnson
The Committee on Elections and Ethics, by Rep. Bollin, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4532, entitled
A bill to amend 1851 PA 156, entitled “An act to define the powers and duties of the county boards of commissioners of the several counties, and to confer upon them certain local, administrative and legislative powers; and to prescribe penalties for the violation of the provisions of this act,” by amending section 16c (MCL 46.16c), as added by 1988 PA 37.
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. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Filler, Koleszar and Whitsett
Nays: Rep. Steven Johnson
The Committee on Elections and Ethics, by Rep. Bollin, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4533, entitled
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending sections 550, 550a, 805, 8175, and 8176 (MCL 600.550, 600.550a, 600.805, 600.8175, and 600.8176), section 550 as amended by 2009 PA 228, section 550a as amended by 2012 PA 36, section 805 as amended by 2011 PA 300, section 8175 as amended by 1990 PA 54, and section 8176 as amended by 2002 PA 92.
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. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Filler, Koleszar and Whitsett
Nays: Rep. Steven Johnson
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Bollin, Chair, of the Committee on Elections and Ethics, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Tuesday, April 13, 2021
Present: Reps. Bollin, Wendzel, Calley, Steven Johnson, Filler, Koleszar and Whitsett
The Committee on Education, by Rep. Hornberger, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4167, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1263a.
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. Hornberger, Paquette, Green, Markkanen, O’Malley, Damoose, Posthumus and Koleszar
Nays: Reps. Beeler, Brenda Carter and Stone
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Hornberger, Chair, of the Committee on Education, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Tuesday, April 13, 2021
Present: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Green, Markkanen, O’Malley, Beeler,
Damoose, Posthumus, Camilleri, Brenda Carter, Koleszar, Shannon and Stone
The Committee on Judiciary, by Rep. Filler, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4118, entitled
A bill to amend 2017 PA 128, entitled “Law enforcement officer separation of service record act,” by amending the title and sections 1, 2, 3, and 5 (MCL 28.561, 28.562, 28.563, and 28.565), section 5 as amended by 2018 PA 522, and by adding section 6.
Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.
The bill was referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope and Breen
Nays: None
The Committee on Judiciary, by Rep. Filler, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4119, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 397, entitled “Bullard-Plawecki employee right to know act,” by amending sections 7 and 9 (MCL 423.507 and 423.509), as amended by 2018 PA 521.
Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.
The bill was referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope and Breen
Nays: None
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Filler, Chair, of the Committee on Judiciary, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Tuesday, April 13, 2021
Present: Reps. Filler, Mueller, Steven Johnson, Kahle, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, Clements, LaGrand, Yancey, Bolden, Hope and Breen
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Hauck, Chair, of the Committee on Regulatory Reform, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Tuesday, April 13, 2021
Present: Reps. Hauck, Hoitenga, Bellino, Hall, Mueller, Wendzel, Clements, Damoose, Outman, Hertel, Jones, Yancey, Garza, Witwer and Steenland
Messages from the Governor
Time: 10:30 a.m.
To the Speaker of the House of Representatives:
Sir—I have this day approved and signed
Enrolled House Bill No. 4126 (Public Act No. 6, I.E.), being
An act to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “An act to protect the environment and natural resources of the state; to codify, revise, consolidate, and classify laws relating to the environment and natural resources of the state; to regulate the discharge of certain substances into the environment; to regulate the use of certain lands, waters, and other natural resources of the state; to protect the people’s right to hunt and fish; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials; to provide for certain charges, fees, assessments, and donations; to provide certain appropriations; to prescribe penalties and provide remedies; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending section 43525c (MCL 324.43525c), as added by 2020 PA 262.
(Filed with the Secretary of State on April 8, 2021, at 11:20 a.m.)
The following message from the Governor was received April 2, 2021 and read:
EXECUTIVE ORDER
No. 2021-4
Task Force on Forensic Science
At the core of the American criminal justice system are the basic principles that a defendant is innocent until proven guilty and that every person accused of a crime is entitled to a fair trial. Wrongful convictions deprive innocent people of their freedom, deny closure to victims of crime, and undermine faith in the criminal justice system. Studies have demonstrated that the misapplication of forensic science is the second most common contributing factor in wrongful convictions in the United States. Even though this state’s world-class forensic science laboratories reliably deliver sound results, forensic science goes well beyond the work of our labs.
In general, forensic scientists collect, preserve, and analyze scientific evidence during a criminal investigation. Forensic science service providers located within the State of Michigan receive and process evidence from thousands of cases each year, and their findings may be presented in court, directly influencing the determination of innocence or guilt. In addition, expert witnesses draw on forensic science when testifying in criminal cases, often providing expert opinion testimony on issues of critical importance. Therefore, it is essential that attorneys understand how to provide effective counsel when deploying or challenging forensic science to help make their case.
It is vital that the State of Michigan and its courts rigorously adhere to best practices for the use of forensic science within the criminal justice system. Moreover, these practices are evolving faster than ever with the advancement of new technology and scientific practices. Therefore, I am convening a task force to study issues related to forensic science and provide recommendations to strengthen the use of forensic science in Michigan’s criminal justice system.
Section 1 of article 5 of the Michigan Constitution of 1963 vests the executive power of the State of Michigan in the governor.
Section 8 of article 5 of the Michigan Constitution of 1963 places each principal department of state government under the supervision of the governor unless otherwise provided.
Section 8 of article 5 of the Michigan Constitution of 1963 obligates the governor to take care that the laws be faithfully executed.
Acting under the Michigan Constitution of 1963 and Michigan law, I order the following:
1. Definitions
(a) “Forensic science” means the field of study of medical, chemical, toxicological, ballistic, or other expert examinations or tests performed on physical evidence, including DNA evidence, for the purpose of determining the connection of the evidence to a criminal action. Forensic science includes the study of the portion of an autopsy conducted by a medical examiner or other forensic pathologist who is a licensed physician.
(b) “Forensic science service provider” means an entity, or an agency of this state, that employs forensic science practitioners and issues reports prepared by forensic science practitioners.
2. Creating the Task Force on Forensic Science
(a) The Task Force on Forensic Science (“Task Force”) is created as an advisory body within the Michigan Department of State Police (“Department”).
(b) The Task Force must consist of:
(1) The director of the Department, or the director’s designee from within the Department.
(2) The director of the Department’s Forensic Science Division.
(3) One public defender or criminal defense attorney.
(4) One prosecuting attorney.
(5) One board-certified pathologist with experience in forensic pathology.
(6) One forensic science practitioner from a county forensic service provider.
(7) Two forensic science practitioners with at
least five years of experience in the field.
(8) Two individuals from the private sector or from a university in this state, each of whom has earned a doctoral degree in a distinct field relevant to forensic science and who has published scholarship related to the field in a peer-reviewed journal.
(9) One individual from the private sector or from a university in this state who has published scholarship related to cognitive bias.
(c) The Attorney General or the Attorney General’s designee from within the Department of Attorney General may participate on the Task Force.
(d) The following officers of the judicial branch of state government may participate on the Task Force:
(1) The chief justice of the Michigan Supreme Court or her designee from the Michigan Supreme Court or the Michigan Court of Appeals.
(2) A circuit court judge designated by the chief justice of the Michigan Supreme Court.
(e) A member of the Michigan Senate designated by its majority leader, a member of the Michigan Senate designated by its minority leader, a member of the Michigan House of Representatives designated by its speaker, and a member of the Michigan House of Representatives designated by its minority leader may participate as non-voting ex officio members of the Task Force.
(f) A vacancy on the Task Force must be filled in the same manner as the original appointment or designation.
(g) All members of the Task Force serve at the pleasure of the governor.
(h) The Governor must name a chairperson or chairpersons of the Task Force.
3. Charge to the Task Force
(a) The Task Force must act in an advisory capacity to the governor and the director of the Department and must do the following:
(1) Review the state of forensic science in the state of Michigan.
(2) Advise the governor and the director of the Department.
(3) Complete its work and issue its final report detailing its findings and policy recommendations no later than December 31, 2021.
(b) The Task Force must act in an advisory capacity to the governor and the director of the Department and may do any of the following:
(1) Develop recommendations to improve the practice, delivery, and use of forensic science in Michigan.
(2) Develop recommendations to strengthen forensic science methodologies and practices in the state.
(3) Develop recommendations for statewide protocols for disclosure of negligence or misconduct by employees at forensic science providers.
(4) Develop recommendations for a process allowing members of the public to report alleged professional negligence or misconduct related to the practice or use of forensic science.
(5) Develop recommendations for best practices for individuals who practice or apply forensic science in the criminal justice system.
(6) Develop recommendations for a procedure for updating stakeholders on developments in forensic science.
(7) Develop recommendations for a post-conviction notification procedure to notify parties affected by misconduct, negligence, or misapplication of forensic science.
(8) Provide other information or advice or take other actions as requested by the governor.
4. Operations of the Task Force
(a) The Department must assist the Task Force in the performance of its duties and provide personnel to staff the Task Force. The budgeting, procurement, and related management functions of the Task Force will be performed under the direction and supervision of the director of the Department.
(b) The Task Force must adopt procedures, consistent with this order and applicable law, governing its organization and operations.
(c) The Task Force may meet remotely, insofar as the meeting is consistent with applicable law.
(d) The Task Force may select from among its members a vice chairperson.
(e) The Task Force may select from among its members a secretary. Task Force staff must assist the secretary with recordkeeping responsibilities.
(f) The Task Force must meet at the call of its chairperson(s) and as otherwise provided in the procedures adopted by the Task Force.
(g) A majority of the members of the Task Force serving constitutes a quorum for the transaction of the business of the Task Force. The Task Force must act by a majority vote of its voting members.
(h) The Task Force may establish advisory workgroups
composed of individuals or entities participating in Task Force activities or
other members of the public as deemed necessary by the Task Force to assist it
in performing its duties and responsibilities. The Task Force may adopt,
reject, or modify any recommendations proposed by an advisory workgroup.
(i) The Task Force may, as appropriate, make inquiries, studies, and investigations, hold hearings, and receive comments from the public. The Task Force also may consult with outside experts to perform its duties, including experts in the private sector, organized labor, and government agencies, and at institutions of higher education.
(j) The Task Force may hire or retain contractors, sub-contractors, advisors, consultants, and agents, and may make and enter into contracts necessary or incidental to the exercise of the powers of the Task Force and the performance of its duties as the director of the Department deems advisable and necessary, consistent with this order and applicable law, rules and procedures, subject to available funding.
(k) The Task Force may accept donations of labor, services, or other things of value from any public or private agency or person. Any donations must be received and used in accordance with law.
(l) Members of the Task Force must serve without compensation.
(m) Members of the Task Force must refer all legal, legislative, and media contacts to the Department.
5. Implementation
(a) All departments, agencies, committees, commissioners, and officers of this state must give to the Task Force any necessary assistance required by the Task Force in the performance of the duties of the Task Force so far as is compatible with their duties and consistent with this order and applicable law. Free access also must be given to any books, records, or documents in their custody relating to matters within the scope of inquiry, study, or review of the Task Force, consistent with applicable law.
(b) This order is not intended to abate a proceeding commenced by, against, or before an officer or entity affected by this order. A proceeding may be maintained by, against, or before the successor of any officer or entity affected by this order.
(c) Nothing in this order should 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.
(d) If any portion of this order is found to be unenforceable, the rest of the order remains in effect.
(e) This order is effective upon filing. The Task Force is terminated upon completion of its final report or on December 31, 2021, whichever is earlier.
(f) Section 1(d) of Executive Order 2020-130 is amended to replace “appointed by the governor” with “designated by the governor.”
(g) Executive Order 2020-193 is amended to add “authorized or” before every instance of “approved COVID-19 vaccine.”
(h) Executive Order 2020-193 is amended to delete the last sentence of the third paragraph and replace it with the following: “As of February 27, 2021, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued emergency use authorizations for three COVID-19 vaccines.”
Given under my hand and the Great Seal of the State of Michigan.
Date: April 2, 2021
Time: 9:30 am
[SEAL] GRETCHEN WHITMER
GOVERNOR
By the Governor:
Jocelyn Benson
SECRETARY OF STATE
The message was referred to the Clerk.
Introduction of Bills
House Bill No. 4602, entitled
A bill to amend 1957 PA 261, entitled “Michigan legislative retirement system act,” by amending sections 50b and 79 (MCL 38.1050b and 38.1079), section 50b as amended by 1998 PA 501 and section 79 as amended by 2011 PA 200.
The
bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on
Insurance.
Reps. Bellino and Alexander introduced
House Bill No. 4603, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled “Open meetings act,” by amending section 3a (MCL 15.263a), as amended by 2020 PA 254.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Agriculture.
House Bill No. 4604, entitled
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” by amending section 44 (MCL 250.1044).
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Transportation.
House Bill No. 4605, entitled
A bill to amend 1972 PA 222, entitled “An act to provide for an official personal identification card; to provide for its form, issuance and use; to regulate the use and disclosure of information obtained from the card; to prescribe the powers and duties of the secretary of state; to prescribe fees; to prescribe certain penalties for violations; and to provide an appropriation for certain purposes,” by amending section 2 (MCL 28.292), as amended by 2020 PA 306.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
House Bill No. 4606, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending sections 216, 226, 255, 301, 306, 306a, 309, 312f, 312k, 314, and 801k (MCL 257.216, 257.226, 257.255, 257.301, 257.306, 257.306a, 257.309, 257.312f, 257.312k, 257.314, and 257.801k), sections 216, 226, 255, 301, 306, 309, 312f, 312k, 314, and 801k as amended by 2020 PA 304 and section 306a as amended by 2020 PA 376, and by adding section 205a.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
House Bill No. 4607, entitled
A bill to amend 2008 PA 23, entitled “Enhanced driver license and enhanced official state personal identification card act,” by amending sections 4 and 6 (MCL 28.304 and 28.306), section 4 as amended by 2020 PA 305 and section 6 as amended by 2020 PA 374.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
House Bill No. 4608, entitled
A bill to amend 2016 PA 281, entitled “Medical marihuana facilities licensing act,” by amending sections 102 and 206 (MCL 333.27102 and 333.27206), as amended by 2020 PA 207, and by adding section 506.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform.
House Bill No. 4609, entitled
A bill to amend 2018 IL 1, entitled “Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act,” by amending sections 3, 8, and 11 (MCL 333.27953, 333.27958, and 333.27961), sections 3 and 8 as amended by 2020 PA 208.
The
bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on
Regulatory Reform.
House Bill No. 4610, entitled
A bill to amend 1887 PA 128, entitled “An act establishing the minimum ages for contracting marriages; to require a civil license in order to marry and its registration; to provide for the implementation of federal law; and to provide a penalty for the violation of this act,” by amending section 3 (MCL 551.103), as amended by 2006 PA 578.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Local Government and Municipal Finance.
House Bill No. 4611, entitled
A bill to amend 1974 PA 57, entitled “An act relating to the sport of racing and carrier pigeons; authorizing the flying of such pigeons; and providing for regulation thereof by cities, villages, townships, and counties,” by amending section 2 (MCL 433.352).
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Agriculture.
Reps. Filler and Huizenga introduced
House Bill No. 4612, entitled
A bill to regulate political activity; to require state senators to file financial reports; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state officers and agencies; to require the promulgation of rules; to impose fees; to prescribe penalties and civil sanctions; and to provide remedies.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Elections and Ethics.
House Bill No. 4613, entitled
A bill to regulate political activity; to require candidates for the office of state senator to file financial reports; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state officers and agencies; to impose fees; to prescribe penalties and civil sanctions; and to provide remedies.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Elections and Ethics.
House Bill No. 4614, entitled
A bill to regulate political activity; to require candidates for the office of state representative to file financial reports; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state officers and agencies; to impose fees; to prescribe penalties and civil sanctions; and to provide remedies.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Elections and Ethics.
Reps. Marino, LaGrand and Huizenga introduced
House Bill No. 4615, entitled
A bill to regulate political activity; to require members of and candidates for the governing boards of certain state universities to file financial reports; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state officers and agencies; to impose fees; to prescribe penalties and civil sanctions; and to provide remedies.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Elections and Ethics.
House Bill No. 4616, entitled
A bill to amend 1974 PA 370, entitled “Vietnam veteran era bonus act,” by amending section 2 (MCL 35.1022), as amended by 2016 PA 201.
The
bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Military,
Veterans and Homeland Security.
House Bill No. 4617, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled “Freedom of information act,” (MCL 15.231 to 15.246) by adding sections 3a and 23a.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Oversight.
Reps. Haadsma, Cambensy, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Coleman, Breen, Witwer and Wozniak introduced
House Bill No. 4618, entitled
A bill to amend 1998 PA 434, entitled “Uniform voidable transactions act,” by amending sections 1, 4, 5, and 10 (MCL 566.31, 566.34, 566.35, and 566.40), as amended by 2016 PA 552.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Financial Services.
Reps. Haadsma, Cambensy, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Coleman, Breen, Witwer and Wozniak introduced
House Bill No. 4619, entitled
A bill to amend 2008 PA 148, entitled “Personal property trust perpetuities act,” by amending sections 2 and 3 (MCL 554.92 and 554.93), as amended by 2012 PA 484.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Financial Services.
Reps. Lightner, Whitsett, Breen, Kuppa, Whiteford and Yancey introduced
House Bill No. 4620, entitled
A bill to create the Michigan indigent juvenile defense department; to provide for its powers and duties; to provide indigent juveniles in juvenile matters with effective assistance of counsel; to provide standards for the appointment of legal counsel; to provide for and limit certain causes of action; to provide for certain appropriations and grants; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
House Bill No. 4621, entitled
A bill to amend 1968 PA 15, entitled “Correctional industries act,” by amending sections 2 and 6 (MCL 800.322 and 800.326), section 2 as amended by 2012 PA 261 and section 6 as amended by 2015 PA 249.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
House Bill No. 4622, entitled
A bill to amend 1953 PA 232, entitled “Corrections code of 1953,” by amending sections 65c and 65d (MCL 791.265c and 791.265d), section 65c as amended by 2018 PA 295 and section 65d as amended by 1996 PA 104.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
Reps. Wozniak, Whitsett and Tyrone Carter introduced
House Bill No. 4623, entitled
A bill to amend 1917 PA 273, entitled “An act to regulate and license pawnbrokers that conduct business in this state; to provide for the disposition of allegedly misappropriated property in the possession of pawnbrokers; to provide remedies and prescribe penalties; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain local governmental units and state agencies,” by amending the title and sections 8, 9, and 18 (MCL 446.208, 446.209, and 446.218), the title and section 9 as amended by 2018 PA 345 and section 8 as amended by 2002 PA 469.
The
bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on
Regulatory Reform.
House Bill No. 4624, entitled
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending section 7b (MCL 211.7b), as amended by 2013 PA 161.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Military, Veterans and Homeland Security.
House Bill No. 4625, entitled
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending section 7b (MCL 211.7b), as amended by 2013 PA 161.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Military, Veterans and Homeland Security.
House Bill No. 4626, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending section 2154 (MCL 324.2154), as amended by 2018 PA 239.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Military, Veterans and Homeland Security.
House Bill No. 4627, entitled
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 9c of chapter IV (MCL 764.9c), as amended by 2020 PA 393.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
House Bill No. 4628, entitled
A bill to amend 1917 PA 273, entitled “An act to regulate and license pawnbrokers that conduct business in this state; to provide for the disposition of allegedly misappropriated property in the possession of pawnbrokers; to provide remedies and prescribe penalties; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain local governmental units and state agencies,” by amending sections 8 and 9 (MCL 446.208 and 446.209), section 8 as amended by 2002 PA 469 and section 9 as amended by 2018 PA 345.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform.
House Bill No. 4629, entitled
A bill to amend 1917 PA 273, entitled “An act to regulate and license pawnbrokers that conduct business in this state; to provide for the disposition of allegedly misappropriated property in the possession of pawnbrokers; to provide remedies and prescribe penalties; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain local governmental units and state agencies,” (MCL 446.201 to 446.219) by adding section 15.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform.
House Bill No. 4630, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending section 229 (MCL 750.229).
The
bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on
Regulatory Reform.
Received from the Auditor General a copy of the:
· Performance audit report on the Office of Educator Excellence, Michigan Department of Education (313-0140-18), March 2021.
March 24, 2021
Received from the Auditor General a copy of the:
· Performance audit on the Use of Warranties, Michigan Department of Transportation (591-0320-20), March 2021.
March 31, 2021
Received from the Auditor General a copy of the:
· Financial audit including the report on the internal control, compliance, and other matters of the Mackinac Bridge Authority, a discretely presented component unit of the State of Michigan, for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2020 (591-0210-21).
· Report on internal control, compliance, and other matters of the Michigan Public School Employees’ Retirement System for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2020 (07-0152-21).
· Report on internal control, compliance, and other matters of the Michigan Judges’ Retirement System for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2020 (071-0153-21).
· Report on internal control, compliance, and other matters of the Michigan State Police Employees’ Retirement System for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2020 (071-0154-21).
· Report on internal control, compliance, and other matters of the Michigan Military Retirement Provisions for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2020 (071-0158-21).
April 1, 2021
Received from the Auditor General a copy of the:
· Performance audit report on the Michigan Automated Prescription System, Bureau of Professional Licensing, Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (641-0220-20), April 2021.
Gary L. Randall
Clerk of the House
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Rep. Rendon moved that the House adjourn.
The motion prevailed, the time being 4:15 p.m.
GARY L. RANDALL
Clerk of the House of Representatives