No. 36

STATE OF MICHIGAN

JOURNAL

OF THE

House  of  Representatives

103rd Legislature

REGULAR  SESSION  OF  2025

House Chamber, Lansing, Thursday, April 17, 2025.

12:00 Noon.

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.

e/d/s = entered during session

Pastor Larry Mullins, Pastor of River of Life Christian Church in Clarkston, offered the following invocation:

“Almighty and Merciful God,

As we gather in this chamber during Passion Week, we are reminded of a journey marked by sacrifice, humility, and hope. In this sacred season, we reflect on the courage of Christ in the face of injustice, His compassion in the presence of suffering, and His unwavering commitment to serve rather than be served.

May His example of servant leadership inspire each of us today. Teach us all to lead not for recognition, but for the good of those we represent. Give us strength to bear the weight of responsibility, grace to listen deeply, and wisdom to act justly.

In this week that leads from the agony of the cross to the promise of resurrection, may we remember that even in the darkest hours, light, hope, and renewal are possible. Help us to carry that message into our work—not only with conviction, but with humility, unity, and faith.

Bless this great state, its leaders, and its people. May all that we do in this place reflect a higher purpose and a heart committed to love, truth, and service.

In the name of the One Who gave all so that others might live, in Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.”

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Rep. Posthumus moved that Reps. Coffia, Kuhn, Paiz, Steckloff and Whitsett be excused from today’s session.

The motion prevailed.

Announcement by the Clerk of Printing and Enrollment

The Clerk announced that the following bills had been reproduced and made available electronically on Wednesday, April 16:

House Bill Nos. 4313 4314 4315 4316 4317 4318 4319 4320 4321 4322 4323 4324 4325 4326 4327 4328

The Clerk announced that the following bills had been reproduced and made available electronically on Thursday, April 17:

Senate Bill Nos. 205 206 207 208 209 210 211

The Clerk announced that the following Senate bills had been received on Thursday, April 17:

Senate Bill Nos. 18 29 30 31 32 33 34 36 37 38 39 93 129 135 136

Reports of Standing Committees

The Committee on Government Operations, by Rep. BeGole, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 4233, entitled

A bill to amend 1846 RS 66, entitled “Of estates in dower, by the curtesy, and general provisions concerning real estate,” by amending the title and sections 35 and 36 (MCL 554.135 and 554.136) and by adding section 36a.

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. BeGole, Harris and VanderWall

Nays: None

The Committee on Government Operations, by Rep. BeGole, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 4234, entitled

A bill to amend 1846 RS 66, entitled “Of estates in dower, by the curtesy, and general provisions concerning real estate,” by amending the title and sections 35 and 36 (MCL 554.135 and 554.136) and by adding sections 36a and 36b.

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. BeGole, Harris and VanderWall

Nays: None

The Committee on Government Operations, by Rep. BeGole, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 4260, entitled

A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled “General sales tax act,” by amending section 25 (MCL 205.75), as amended by 2023 PA 20.

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. BeGole, Harris, VanderWall, Fitzgerald and McFall

Nays: None

The Committee on Government Operations, by Rep. BeGole, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 4261, entitled

A bill to amend 2000 PA 489, entitled “Michigan trust fund act,” by amending the title and section 2 (MCL 12.252), the title as amended by 2005 PA 232 and section 2 as amended by 2023 PA 174, and by adding sections 11a and 11b.

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. BeGole, Harris, VanderWall, Fitzgerald and McFall

Nays: None

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The following report, submitted by Rep. BeGole, Chair, of the Committee on Government Operations, was received and read:

Meeting held on: Thursday, April 17, 2025

Present: Reps. BeGole, Harris, VanderWall, Fitzgerald and McFall

The Committee on Rules, by Rep. Schuette, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 4125, entitled

A bill to create a program that awards grants to certain postsecondary schools in this state that establish or expand certain educational programs that lead to degrees or credentials supportive of the nuclear and hydrogen industries; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state officers and entities.

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill then pass.

The bill was referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills.

Favorable Roll Call

To Report Out:

Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer, Witwer, Liberati and Herzberg

Nays: None

The Committee on Rules, by Rep. Schuette, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 4129, entitled

A bill to create a nuclear and hydrogen graduate attraction and retention program to award grants to certain graduates of a postsecondary school who are employed in this state at a qualified electric generation facility after graduation; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to prohibit the submission of false information and prescribe penalties; to provide remedies; to create certain funds; to provide for the distribution of money from certain funds; and to allow the promulgation of rules.

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill then pass.

The bill was referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills.

Favorable Roll Call

To Report Out:

Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer, Witwer, Liberati and Herzberg

Nays: None

The Committee on Rules, by Rep. Schuette, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 4235, entitled

A bill to prohibit the use of certain applications on government-issued devices; to require public employers to take certain actions related to prohibited applications; to prohibit certain employees or officers from downloading or accessing certain applications; to provide exceptions; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities.

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. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus and DeBoer

Nays: None

The Committee on Rules, by Rep. Schuette, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 4240, entitled

A bill to prohibit public bodies from receiving gifts and grants from foreign actors under certain circumstances; to prohibit public bodies from entering into agreements with foreign actors under certain circumstances; to establish disclosure requirements for certain gifts, grants, contracts, and other interests relating to certain foreign actors; to prescribe civil sanctions; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities; and to require the promulgation of rules.

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill then pass.

The bill was referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills.

Favorable Roll Call

To Report Out:

Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus and DeBoer

Nays: None

The Committee on Rules, by Rep. Schuette, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 4241, entitled

A bill to amend 1984 PA 270, entitled “Michigan strategic fund act,” (MCL 125.2001 to 125.2094) by adding section 7c.

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill then pass.

The bill was referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills.

Favorable Roll Call

To Report Out:

Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus and DeBoer

Nays: None

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The following report, submitted by Rep. Schuette, Chair, of the Committee on Rules, was received and read:

Meeting held on: Thursday, April 17, 2025

Present: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer, Witwer, Liberati and Herzberg

The Committee on Agriculture, by Rep. Neyer, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 4122, entitled

A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled “Food law,” by amending sections 1105, 1111, and 4102 (MCL 289.1105, 289.1111, and 289.4102), section 1105 as amended by 2014 PA 516, section 1111 as amended by 2018 PA 92, and section 4102 as amended by 2012 PA 178.

With the recommendation that the following amendment(s) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

1. Amend page 12, line 11, by striking out “movie” and inserting “meeting”.

The bill and amendment were referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills.

Favorable Roll Call

To Report Out:

Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Dievendorf and Rheingans

Nays: None

The Committee on Agriculture, by Rep. Neyer, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 4245, entitled

A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled “Food law,” by amending section 4105 (MCL 289.4105), as amended by 2016 PA 188.

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill then pass.

The bill was referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills.

Favorable Roll Call

To Report Out:

Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Dievendorf and Skaggs

Nays: None

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The following report, submitted by Rep. Neyer, Chair, of the Committee on Agriculture, was received and read:

Meeting held on: Thursday, April 17, 2025

Present: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Dievendorf, Rheingans and Skaggs

Absent: Rep. Paiz

Excused: Rep. Paiz

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The following report, submitted by Rep. Hoadley, Chair, of the Committee on Economic Competitiveness, was received and read:

Meeting held on: Thursday, April 17, 2025

Present: Reps. Hoadley, Bohnak, Outman, Harris, BeGole, DeBoyer, St. Germaine, Grant, Brixie and Tate

Absent: Rep. Coffia

Excused: Rep. Coffia

Messages from the Senate

Senate Bill No. 18, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 203, entitled “Foster care and adoption services act,” (MCL 722.951 to 722.960) by adding section 8f.

The Senate has passed the bill.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Families and Veterans.

Senate Bill No. 29, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending sections 2227, 2617, 2617a, and 2618 (MCL 333.2227, 333.2617, 333.2617a, and 333.2618), section 2227 as added by 2006 PA 653 and section 2617a as added by 2016 PA 479, and by adding section 2617b.

The Senate has passed the bill.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Health Policy.

Senate Bill No. 30, entitled

A bill to create the biased and unjust care reporting act; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities.

The Senate has passed the bill.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Health Policy.

Senate Bill No. 31, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending sections 20201 and 21513 (MCL 333.20201 and 333.21513), section 20201 as amended by 2016 PA 499 and section 21513 as amended by 2022 PA 265, and by adding section 21538.

The Senate has passed the bill.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Health Policy.

Senate Bill No. 32, entitled

A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled “The insurance code of 1956,” by amending section 2434 (MCL 500.2434), as added by 1986 PA 173.

The Senate has passed the bill.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Health Policy.

Senate Bill No. 33, entitled

A bill to amend 1998 PA 386, entitled “Estates and protected individuals code,” by amending sections 5507 and 5509 (MCL 700.5507 and 700.5509), section 5507 as amended by 2024 PA 1 and section 5509 as amended by 2004 PA 532.

The Senate has passed the bill.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Health Policy.

Senate Bill No. 34, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 453, entitled “Elliott-Larsen civil rights act,” by amending sections 201 and 301 (MCL 37.2201 and 37.2301), section 201 as amended by 2023 PA 31 and section 301 as amended by 2023 PA 6.

The Senate has passed the bill.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Health Policy.

Senate Bill No. 36, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending sections 2701, 2705, 2709, and 2723 (MCL 333.2701, 333.2705, 333.2709, and 333.2723), section 2701 as amended by 2022 PA 38, section 2705 as amended by 2022 PA 37, section 2709 as added by 1990 PA 16, and section 2723 as amended by 2014 PA 173.

The Senate has passed the bill.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Health Policy.

Senate Bill No. 37, entitled

A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled “The insurance code of 1956,” (MCL 500.100 to 500.8302) by adding section 3406cc.

The Senate has passed the bill.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Health Policy.

Senate Bill No. 38, entitled

A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled “The social welfare act,” by amending section 109 (MCL 400.109), as amended by 2024 PA 248.

The Senate has passed the bill.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Health Policy.

Senate Bill No. 39, entitled

A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled “The social welfare act,” (MCL 400.1 to 400.119b) by adding sections 109q and 109r.

The Senate has passed the bill.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Health Policy.

Senate Bill No. 93, entitled

A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled “Food law,” by amending section 4105 (MCL 289.4105), as amended by 2016 PA 188.

The Senate has passed the bill.

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

Senate Bill No. 129, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled “Open meetings act,” by amending section 3a (MCL 15.263a), as amended by 2023 PA 214.

The Senate has passed the bill.

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

Senate Bill No. 135, entitled

A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled “The insurance code of 1956,” by amending sections 3403, 3406z, 3406bb, 3406hh, and 3406ii (MCL 500.3403, 500.3406z, 500.3406bb, 500.3406hh, and 500.3406ii), section 3403 as amended by 2023 PA 158, section 3406z as added by 2023 PA 159, section 3406bb as added by 2023 PA 160, section 3406hh as added by 2024 PA 41, and section 3406ii as added by 2023 PA 157.

The Senate has passed the bill.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Health Policy.

Senate Bill No. 136, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending sections 13501, 13521, 13522, and 13523 (MCL 333.13501, 333.13521, 333.13522, and 333.13523), sections 13501 and 13523 as amended by 1994 PA 100, section 13521 as amended by 2018 PA 544, and section 13522 as amended by 2023 PA 138; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

The Senate has passed the bill.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Health Policy.

Introduction of Bills

Reps. Mentzer, Brixie, Neeley, Brenda Carter, Edwards, MacDonell, McFall, Xiong, Foreman, Tyrone Carter, Rheingans, Skaggs, Tsernoglou, Longjohn, Arbit, Myers-Phillips, Glanville, Byrnes, Miller, Rogers, Andrews, Morgan, Wegela, Wilson, Hope, Conlin, Young, Koleszar, Weiss, Wooden, Scott, Witwer and Pohutsky introduced

House Bill No. 4329, entitled

A bill to prohibit consumer reporting agencies from including certain information related to medical debt in consumer reports; to establish standards for the collection of medical debt; and to provide remedies.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Health Policy.

Reps. Wortz, Pavlov, Paquette, Alexander, Woolford, Wozniak, Johnsen, Schmaltz and Bruck introduced

House Bill No. 4330, entitled

A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The state school aid act of 1979,” by amending section 166b (MCL 388.1766b), as amended by 2018 PA 265.

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

Reps. Edwards, Miller, Grant, Young, McFall, Myers-Phillips, Scott, Brenda Carter, Neeley, Price, Hoskins, O’Neal, Martus, Wilson, McKinney, Tyrone Carter, MacDonell, Rheingans, Mentzer, Byrnes, Tsernoglou and Johnsen introduced

House Bill No. 4331, entitled

A bill to prescribe the ebony alert as the official response to reports of abductions of certain qualifying individuals; to prohibit certain conduct; to create the ebony alert fund; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities; and to prescribe penalties.

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

Reps. Paquette, Pavlov, Markkanen, Rigas, Kelly, Schriver, BeGole, Outman, Johnsen and Bruck introduced

House Bill No. 4332, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 2670.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Health Policy.

Reps. Paquette, Pavlov, Markkanen, Rigas, Kelly, Schriver, BeGole, Outman, Johnsen and Bruck introduced

House Bill No. 4333, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 13k of chapter XVII (MCL 777.13k), as amended by 2023 PA 208.

The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Health Policy.

Reps. Rogers, Wendzel, Roth, Beson, Bierlein, Rheingans, Price, Young, Wilson, Conlin, Martus, Hope, MacDonell, Tyrone Carter, Longjohn, Arbit, Myers-Phillips, Glanville, Mentzer, Tsernoglou, Miller, Farhat, Scott, Brixie and Slagh introduced

House Bill No. 4334, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending sections 303, 320a, 601c, and 653a (MCL 257.303, 257.320a, 257.601c, and 257.653a), section 303 as amended by 2024 PA 42, section 320a as amended by 2023 PA 39, section 601c as added by 2001 PA 103, and section 653a as amended by 2018 PA 349, and by adding sections 79g and 79h; 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.

Reps. Wendzel, Rogers, Roth, Beson, Bierlein, Kelly, Rheingans, Price, Young, Wilson, Conlin, Martus, Hope, MacDonell, Tyrone Carter, Longjohn, Arbit, Myers-Phillips, Glanville, Mentzer, Tsernoglou, Slagh, Farhat, Miller, Scott and Brixie introduced

House Bill No. 4335, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 12e of chapter XVII (MCL 777.12e), as amended by 2011 PA 59.

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

Reps. Johnsen, BeGole, Cavitt, Woolford, Meerman, Fox, Hoadley, Schuette, Linting, Harris, Kunse, Robinson, Bohnak, Prestin, Alexander, DeSana, Paquette, Markkanen, Schmaltz, Wozniak, Kelly, Phil Green, Bollin, Martin, Beson, Posthumus, Rigas, Borton, Neyer, Schriver, Bierlein, Bruck, Fairbairn, Outman, VanderWall, Pavlov, Jaime Greene and Aragona introduced

House Bill No. 4336, entitled

A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” (MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by adding section 409c.

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

Reps. Cavitt, Maddock, Markkanen, DeSana, Paquette, Rigas, Fairbairn, Johnsen, BeGole, Woolford, Meerman, Fox, Hoadley, Harris, Kunse, Robinson, Bohnak, Prestin, Alexander, Farhat, Schmaltz, Wozniak, Kelly, Martin, Schriver, Posthumus, Borton, Bruck, VanderWall, Jaime Greene and Frisbie introduced

House Bill No. 4337, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 16t of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16t), as amended by 2018 PA 528.

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

Reps. Cavitt, Thompson, Johnsen, Rigas, Hoadley, Kunse, Robinson, Schuette, Fox, Alexander, Schriver, Wozniak, Paquette, Maddock, Meerman and Bruck introduced

House Bill No. 4338, entitled

A bill to prohibit local units of government from enacting or enforcing any law, ordinance, policy, or rule that limits local officials, officers, or employees from communicating or cooperating with appropriate federal officials concerning the immigration status of individuals; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local officers, officials, and employees; and to prescribe penalties and remedies.

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

Reps. Pavlov, Thompson, Johnsen, Hoadley, Kunse, Robinson, Schuette, Fox, Alexander, Schriver, Wozniak, Paquette, Maddock, Cavitt, Rigas, Bruck and Meerman introduced

House Bill No. 4339, entitled

A bill to prohibit counties from enacting or enforcing any law, ordinance, policy, or rule that limits peace officers or local officials, officers, or employees from communicating or cooperating with appropriate federal officials concerning the immigration status of individuals; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local officials, officers, and employees; and to prescribe penalties and remedies.

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

Reps. Linting, Thompson, Johnsen, Rigas, Hoadley, Kunse, Robinson, Schuette, Fox, Alexander, Schriver, Wozniak, Paquette, Maddock, Meerman, Cavitt and Bruck introduced

House Bill No. 4340, entitled

A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled “The social welfare act,” (MCL 400.1 to 400.119b) by adding section 1d.

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

Reps. Thompson, Johnsen, Rigas, Hoadley, Kunse, Robinson, Schuette, Fox, Alexander, Wozniak, Paquette, Maddock, Meerman, Cavitt and Bruck introduced

House Bill No. 4341, entitled

A bill to amend 1966 PA 346, entitled “State housing development authority act of 1966,” (MCL 125.1401 to 125.1499c) by adding section 13.

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

Reps. DeSana, Thompson, Johnsen, Rigas, Hoadley, Kunse, Robinson, Schuette, Fox, Alexander, Schriver, Wozniak, Paquette, Maddock, Meerman, Cavitt and Bruck introduced

House Bill No. 4342, entitled

A bill to amend 1971 PA 140, entitled “Glenn Steil state revenue sharing act of 1971,” by amending section 21 (MCL 141.921), as added by 1980 PA 275.

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

Reps. Borton, Roth, Bohnak, Prestin, Fairbairn, Cavitt, Markkanen, Johnsen, Neyer, Martin, Bierlein and Bruck introduced

House Bill No. 4343, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending section 722 (MCL 257.722), as amended by 2024 PA 106.

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

Reps. Prestin, Roth, Bohnak, Fairbairn, Borton, Cavitt, Markkanen, Johnsen, Neyer, Martin, Bierlein and Bruck introduced

House Bill No. 4344, entitled

A bill to amend 1963 PA 181, entitled “Motor carrier safety act of 1963,” by amending section 1a (MCL 480.11a), as amended by 2018 PA 559.

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

Reps. Cavitt, Roth, Bohnak, Prestin, Borton, Markkanen, Johnsen, Neyer, Martin, Bierlein and Bruck introduced

House Bill No. 4345, 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 2023 PA 103.

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

Reps. Witwer, Kunse, Outman, Woolford, Thompson, Miller, Conlin, Andrews, O’Neal, Beson, Bruck, Lightner, Alexander, Slagh, Hoadley and Snyder introduced

House Bill No. 4346, entitled

A bill to amend 2019 PA 152, entitled “Lawful internet gaming act,” by amending section 15 (MCL 432.315).

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

Reps. Kunse, Outman, Woolford, Thompson, Miller, Conlin, Andrews, Alexander, O’Neal, Beson, Bruck, Lightner, Slagh, Witwer, Hoadley and Snyder introduced

House Bill No. 4347, entitled

A bill to amend 1995 PA 279, entitled “Horse racing law of 1995,” by amending sections 2 and 20 (MCL 431.302 and 431.320), section 2 as amended by 2016 PA 271 and section 20 as amended by 2019 PA 153.

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

Reps. Phil Green, Beson and Kunse introduced

House Bill No. 4348, entitled

A bill to make, supplement, adjust, and consolidate appropriations for various state departments and agencies, the judicial branch, and the legislative branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025; to provide for certain conditions on appropriations; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.

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

Announcements by the Clerk

April 14, 2025

Received from the Auditor General a copy of the:

• Report on Internal Control, Compliance, and Other Matters of the Michigan State Employees’ Retirement System (MSERS) (171-0151-25), Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2024.
• Report on Internal Control, Compliance, and Other Matters of the Michigan Judges’ Retirement System (MJRS) (171-0153-25), Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2024.
• Report on Internal Control, Compliance, and Other Matters of the Michigan Military Retirement Provisions (MMRP) (171-0158-25), Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2024.

April 16, 2025

Received from the Auditor General a copy of the:

• Report on Internal Control, Compliance, and Other Matters of the Michigan Public School Employees’ Retirement System (MPSERS) (171-0152-25), Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2024.
• Report on Internal Control, Compliance, and Other Matters of the Michigan State Police Retirement System (MSPRS) (171-0154-25), Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2024.

Scott E. Starr

Clerk of the House

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The Speaker Pro Tempore called Associate Speaker Pro Tempore VanderWall to the Chair.

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of  

Motions and Resolutions

The Speaker laid before the House

House Resolution No. 60, entitled

A resolution to declare April 2025 as Community College Month in the state of Michigan.

(The resolution was introduced and postponed for the day on April 16, see House Journal No. 35, p. 353.)

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted.

Reps. Martin, Schriver, Neyer, Paquette, Markkanen, Wozniak, Schuette, Aragona, DeBoyer, Slagh, Phil Green, Kunse, St. Germaine, Beson, Rigas, Alexander, Breen, Fox, Jenkins-Arno, Kelly, MacDonell, Outman and Weiss offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 64.

A resolution to declare April 19, 2025, as Patriots’ Day in the state of Michigan.

Whereas, April 19, 2025, marks the 250th anniversary of the day in 1775 when the towns of Lexington and Concord were marched upon by British regulars in an effort to confiscate local militias’ munitions; and

Whereas, The result was the “shot heard around the world” and the rout of the British troops; and

Whereas, The states of Connecticut, Florida, Massachusetts, Maine, North Dakota, and Wisconsin observe April 19th as Patriots’ Day each year; and

Whereas, Unlike the celebrations of July 4th, Patriots’ Day serves to remind citizens of the War for Independence and the sacrifices endured during that eight-year struggle. It commemorates the struggle through which the nation passed in its early days; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare April 19, 2025, as Patriots’ Day in the state of Michigan; and be it further

Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be transmitted to the Michigan Society, Sons of the American Revolution.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted.

Reps. Glanville, Breen, Dievendorf, Fitzgerald, MacDonell, Mentzer, Rheingans, Rogers, Weiss, Witwer and Young offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 65.

A resolution to declare April 2025 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.

Whereas, Sexual Assault Awareness Month calls attention to the fact that sexual violence is widespread and impacts women, children, and men of all racial, cultural, and economic backgrounds; and

Whereas, The term sexual assault refers to sexual contact or behavior that occurs without explicit consent of the victim; and

Whereas, According to the National Sexual Violence Resource Center, one in five women in the United States experienced completed or attempted rape during their lifetime, and nearly a quarter (24.8%) of men in the U.S. experienced some form of contact sexual violence in their lifetime; and

Whereas, Child sexual abuse prevention must be a priority to confront the reality that a Bureau of Justice statistics report in 2019 shows children between the ages of 14-17 were victims of sexual assault; and

Whereas, Michigan State Police statistics indicate that there were 6,823 incidents of rape that were reported to law enforcement in 2019; and

Whereas, Sexual violence can deeply and enduringly impact survivors on psychological, emotional, and social levels. Approximately 68% of rape or sexual assault victims experience moderate to severe distress, a larger percentage than for any other violent crime studied in the National Crime Victimization Survey by the Bureau of Justice Statistics; and

Whereas, Sexual violence is an intolerable violent crime with public health implications for every person in Michigan. Our state and individual communities must be committed to holding sexual assault perpetrators accountable for their heinous crimes; and

Whereas, When we actively increase education, awareness, and community involvement, we can help prevent sexual violence and create a safer environment for everyone. We must work together to educate our entire population about what can be done to prevent sexual assault, support survivors, and ensure that survivors are not re-victimized; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare April 2025 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in the state of Michigan. We strongly support the efforts of national, state, and local partners, and of every citizen to actively engage in public and private efforts to prevent sexual violence and will take appropriate action and support one another to create a safer environment for all.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted.

Reps. Bohnak, Prestin, Markkanen, Alexander, Rheingans, Breen, Fox, Glanville, MacDonell, Outman, Rogers, Weiss, Witwer and Young offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 66.

A resolution to declare April 19–27, 2025, as National Park Week in the state of Michigan.

Whereas, National Park Week is an annual celebration of the National Park System to honor and promote the preservation of America’s iconic and historic national parks, monuments, lakeshores, and heritage sites; and

Whereas, The theme for National Park Week 2025, “National Park Playlist,” invites us to explore the connection between music and the landscapes, history, and stories preserved in our national parks, inspiring people to engage with these places in meaningful and creative ways; and

Whereas, Michigan is home to five remarkable National Park Service sites, including Isle Royale National Park, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Keweenaw National Historical Park, and River Raisin National Battlefield Park; and

Whereas, These National Park Service sites provide unparalleled opportunities for outdoor recreation, education, and the protection of unique ecosystems, historical landmarks, and native wildlife; and

Whereas, The National Park Service plays a vital role in conserving and interpreting our nation’s heritage, and through its stewardship, these parks and historical sites serve as cultural touchstones, connecting us to the past, present, and future of America; and

Whereas, National Park Week encourages Michiganders and visitors alike to explore these sites and deepen their connection to Michigan’s unique natural beauty and rich history; now, therefore, be it

Resolved, That the members of this legislative body declare April 19–27, 2025, as National Park Week in the state of Michigan. We encourage all Michiganders to visit, support, and appreciate Michigan’s National Park Service sites; and be it further

Resolved, That we honor the efforts of the National Park Service, local park rangers, volunteers, and conservation organizations in ensuring the preservation, accessibility, and enjoyment of these sites.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted.

Rep. Posthumus moved that Rule 71 be suspended and the resolution be considered at this time.

The motion prevailed, 3/5 of the members present voting therefor.

Reps. DeBoyer, Harris, St. Germaine, Pavlov, Alexander, Mentzer, Roth, Frisbie, Woolford, Schuette, Rheingans, BeGole, Linting, Thompson, Fairbairn, Rigas, Martin, Outman, Neyer, Smit, VanderWall, Breen, Fitzgerald, Fox, Glanville, Kelly, MacDonell, Rogers, Weiss and Young offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 67.

A resolution to declare April 18, 2025, as Champions Day in the state of Michigan.

Whereas, The year 1935 was an extraordinary time for sports in Michigan, with remarkable achievements and triumphs that brought great pride and joy to the people; and

Whereas, During this remarkable sports season, the state witnessed several historic victories, including the rise of Joe Louis in the professional boxing world, the Detroit Tigers winning their first World Series, the Detroit Lions securing their first NFL championship, and the Detroit Red Wings capturing their first NHL championship; and

Whereas, Joe Louis, born in Alabama but a proud Michigander, emerged as an iconic figure in the sport of boxing and became a symbol of courage, perseverance, and athletic excellence, winning numerous titles and breaking down racial barriers; and

Whereas, The Detroit Tigers, under the exceptional leadership of manager Mickey Cochrane, showcased remarkable talent and determination, culminating in their first-ever World Series championship and igniting a deep passion for baseball across the state; and

Whereas, The Detroit Lions, led by head coach Potsy Clark, displayed remarkable skill and tenacity, achieving their first NFL championship victory and etching their names in football history, instilling a sense of pride and unity in the hearts of Michiganders; and

Whereas, The Detroit Red Wings, guided by head coach Jack Adams, showcased their unwavering dedication and teamwork, securing their first NHL championship and paving the way for future successes, forever leaving an indelible mark on the state’s rich hockey tradition; and

Whereas, These historic achievements not only brought immeasurable joy to the people of Michigan but also united communities and instilled a sense of resilience and hope during challenging times; and

Whereas, It is fitting and proper to honor and recognize these exceptional sporting achievements by designating April 18th as “Champions Day” in Michigan, a day to celebrate the extraordinary accomplishments of Joe Louis, the Detroit Tigers, the Detroit Lions, and the Detroit Red Wings during the memorable sports season of 1935; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare April 18, 2025, as Champions Day in the state of Michigan. We encourage the people of our state to commemorate the exceptional accomplishments of Joe Louis, the Detroit Tigers, the Detroit Lions, and the Detroit Red Wings during the historic sports season of 1935.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted.

Announcement by the Clerk of Printing and Enrollment

The Clerk announced that the following bills had been reproduced and made available electronically on Thursday, April 17:

Senate Bill Nos. 212 213 214 215 216 217 218 219 220 221 222 223 224 225 226 227 228

Third Reading of Bills

House Bill No. 4157, entitled

A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The state school aid act of 1979,” by amending sections 11, 104, 104b, and 104c (MCL 388.1611, 388.1704, 388.1704b, and 388.1704c), section 11 as amended by 2024 PA 148, section 104 as amended by 2024 PA 120, section 104b as amended by 2018 PA 265, and section 104c as amended by 2021 PA 48, and by adding section 104d.

Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays as follows:

Roll Call No. 53 Yeas—57

Alexander Fox Markkanen Schriver

Aragona Frisbie Martin Schuette

BeGole Green, P. Meerman Slagh

Beson Greene, J. Mueller Smit

Bierlein Hall Neyer St. Germaine

Bohnak Harris Outman Steele

Bollin Hoadley Paquette Thompson

Borton Jenkins-Arno Pavlov Tisdel

Bruck Johnsen Posthumus VanderWall

Carra Kelly Prestin VanWoerkom

Cavitt Kunse Rigas Wendzel

DeBoer Lightner Robinson Woolford

DeBoyer Linting Roth Wortz

DeSana Maddock Schmaltz Wozniak

Fairbairn

Nays—48

Andrews Foreman McKinney Scott

Arbit Glanville Mentzer Skaggs

Breen Grant Miller Snyder

Brixie Herzberg Morgan Tate

Byrnes Hope Myers-Phillips Tsernoglou

Carter, B. Hoskins Neeley Wegela

Carter, T. Koleszar O’Neal Weiss

Conlin Liberati Pohutsky Wilson

Dievendorf Longjohn Price Witwer

Edwards MacDonell Puri Wooden

Farhat Martus Rheingans Xiong

Fitzgerald McFall Rogers Young

In The Chair: VanderWall

The House agreed to the title of the bill.

Rep. Posthumus moved that the bill be given immediate effect.

The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.

House Bill No. 4158, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” by amending sections 502, 503, 522, 552, and 1279g (MCL 380.502, 380.503, 380.522, 380.552, and 380.1279g), sections 502, 522, and 552 as amended by 2023 PA 34, section 503 as amended by 2024 PA 210, and section 1279g as amended by 2016 PA 170.

Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays as follows:

Roll Call No. 54 Yeas—57

Alexander Fox Markkanen Schriver

Aragona Frisbie Martin Schuette

BeGole Green, P. Meerman Slagh

Beson Greene, J. Mueller Smit

Bierlein Hall Neyer St. Germaine

Bohnak Harris Outman Steele

Bollin Hoadley Paquette Thompson

Borton Jenkins-Arno Pavlov Tisdel

Bruck Johnsen Posthumus VanderWall

Carra Kelly Prestin VanWoerkom

Cavitt Kunse Rigas Wendzel

DeBoer Lightner Robinson Woolford

DeBoyer Linting Roth Wortz

DeSana Maddock Schmaltz Wozniak

Fairbairn

Nays—48

Andrews Foreman McKinney Scott

Arbit Glanville Mentzer Skaggs

Breen Grant Miller Snyder

Brixie Herzberg Morgan Tate

Byrnes Hope Myers-Phillips Tsernoglou

Carter, B. Hoskins Neeley Wegela

Carter, T. Koleszar O’Neal Weiss

Conlin Liberati Pohutsky Wilson

Dievendorf Longjohn Price Witwer

Edwards MacDonell Puri Wooden

Farhat Martus Rheingans Xiong

Fitzgerald McFall Rogers Young

In The Chair: VanderWall

The House agreed to the title of the bill.

Rep. Posthumus moved that the bill be given immediate effect.

The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.

House Bill No. 4159, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” by amending section 1278 (MCL 380.1278), as amended by 2016 PA 170.

Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays as follows:

Roll Call No. 55 Yeas—65

Alexander Frisbie Martin Schuette

Andrews Green, P. Meerman Slagh

Aragona Greene, J. Mentzer Smit

BeGole Hall Miller St. Germaine

Beson Harris Mueller Steele

Bierlein Herzberg Neyer Tate

Bohnak Hoadley Outman Thompson

Bollin Jenkins-Arno Paquette Tisdel

Borton Johnsen Pavlov VanderWall

Breen Kelly Posthumus VanWoerkom

Bruck Koleszar Prestin Wendzel

Cavitt Kunse Rigas Witwer

Conlin Lightner Robinson Woolford

DeBoer Linting Roth Wortz

DeBoyer Maddock Schmaltz Wozniak

Fairbairn Markkanen Schriver Xiong

Fox

Nays—40

Arbit Fitzgerald McFall Rogers

Brixie Foreman McKinney Scott

Byrnes Glanville Morgan Skaggs

Carra Grant Myers-Phillips Snyder

Carter, B. Hope Neeley Tsernoglou

Carter, T. Hoskins O’Neal Wegela

DeSana Liberati Pohutsky Weiss

Dievendorf Longjohn Price Wilson

Edwards MacDonell Puri Wooden

Farhat Martus Rheingans Young

In The Chair: VanderWall

The House agreed to the title of the bill.

Rep. Posthumus moved that the bill be given immediate effect.

The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.

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Rep. Fitzgerald moved that Reps. Grant, Glanville, Morgan, Scott and Weiss be excused temporarily from today’s session.

The motion prevailed.

House Bill No. 4156, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” by amending sections 1278a and 1278b (MCL 380.1278a and 380.1278b), as amended by 2022 PA 105, and by adding section 1278e.

The bill was read a third time.

The question being on the passage of the bill,

Rep. Beson moved to amend the bill as follows:

1. Amend page 7, line 17, after “least” by striking out “2 credits” and inserting “1 credit”.

2. Amend page 7, line 18, after “that” by striking out “are” and inserting “is”.

3. Amend page 7, line 20, after “to” by striking out “2 credits” and inserting “1 credit”.

4. Amend page 7, line 28, after “the” by striking out “2 credits” and inserting “credit”.

The motion was seconded and the amendments were adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

The question being on the passage of the bill,

Rep. Paquette moved to amend the bill as follows:

1. Amend page 14, line 3, after “(b)” by striking out “For students who entered high school before the 2029-2030 school year, at” and inserting “At”.

2. Amend page 14, line 6, after “section” by inserting a period and striking out the balance of the line through “section.” on line 11.

3. Amend page 14, line 13, by striking out “or”.

4. Amend page 14, line 13, after “physics” by inserting a comma and “anatomy, or agricultural science, or successfully completing a program or curriculum that provides the same content as the chemistry or physics benchmarks, as determined by the department”.

5. Amend page 14, line 16, after “the” by striking out “requirements” and inserting “requirement”.

6. Amend page 14, line 23, after “remaining” by striking out “credits” and inserting “credit”.

7. Amend page 15, line 24, after “(xviii)” by striking out “Up to 2 credits” and inserting “1 credit”.

The motion was seconded and the amendments were adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

The question being on the passage of the bill,

The bill was then passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:

Roll Call No. 56 Yeas—57

Alexander Fox Markkanen Schriver

Aragona Frisbie Martin Schuette

BeGole Green, P. Meerman Slagh

Beson Greene, J. Mueller Smit

Bierlein Hall Neyer St. Germaine

Bohnak Harris Outman Steele

Bollin Hoadley Paquette Thompson

Borton Jenkins-Arno Pavlov Tisdel

Bruck Johnsen Posthumus VanderWall

Carra Kelly Prestin VanWoerkom

Cavitt Kunse Rigas Wendzel

DeBoer Lightner Robinson Woolford

DeBoyer Linting Roth Wortz

DeSana Maddock Schmaltz Wozniak

Fairbairn

Nays—43

Andrews Fitzgerald McKinney Skaggs

Arbit Foreman Mentzer Snyder

Breen Herzberg Miller Tate

Brixie Hope Myers-Phillips Tsernoglou

Byrnes Hoskins Neeley Wegela

Carter, B. Koleszar O’Neal Wilson

Carter, T. Liberati Pohutsky Witwer

Conlin Longjohn Price Wooden

Dievendorf MacDonell Puri Xiong

Edwards Martus Rheingans Young

Farhat McFall Rogers

In The Chair: VanderWall

The House agreed to the title of the bill.

Rep. Posthumus moved that the bill be given immediate effect.

The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.

Rep. Schmaltz moved that the House adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 4:25 p.m.

Associate Speaker Pro Tempore VanderWall declared the House adjourned until Tuesday, April 22, at 1:30 p.m.

SCOTT E. STARR

Clerk of the House of Representatives