No. 50

STATE OF MICHIGAN

JOURNAL

OF THE

House  of  Representatives

103rd Legislature

REGULAR  SESSION  OF  2025

House Chamber, Lansing, Wednesday, May 21, 2025.

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.

e/d/s = entered during session

Pastor Mike Haliburton, Pastor of First Baptist Church of Davison in Davison, offered the following invocation:

“Our Heavenly Father, we thank You for our lives and Your blessing of another day. Together we acknowledge that You are the great and powerful God, creator of our universe. Under You we are fully aware of our limitations and human flaws.

We pray that humility would be evident within the hearts & minds of the men and women of this legislative body, as they do their work today. That You would provide wisdom for them that is truly heaven sent.

Lord, Your scripture reminds that there is no one in a position of governing authority except that which You have established, that their authority comes through You. Help this governing body represent the people of our state well, and Lord, may You be pleased with the results of their work.

It is in the name of Jesus Christ we pray, Amen.”

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Rep. Fitzgerald moved that Reps. Farhat, Foreman, Hope and Whitsett be excused from today’s session.

The motion prevailed.

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The Speaker assumed the Chair.

Messages from the Senate

Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 5.

A concurrent resolution of tribute offered as a memorial for Darwin Booher, former member of the Michigan Senate and Michigan House of Representatives.

Whereas, It was with great sorrow that the members of the Legislature learned about the passing of Darwin Booher. He will be remembered as a dedicated public servant by his constituents in northwest Michigan and the people of our great state; and

Whereas, Darwin Booher was born in 1942 at Rohen’s Maternity House in Evart, Michigan. He remained in Evart for much of his life, graduating from Evart High School in 1961. Darwin furthered his education by graduating from the University of Wisconsin School of Banking and the Michigan Assessors School; and

Whereas, Darwin wore many different hats during his life. Before starting his political career, he spent more than four decades in the banking industry. He worked his way up the corporate ladder, starting off as a vault teller and eventually becoming the vice president of First National Bank, which later became Citizens Bank; and

Whereas, Outside of Darwin’s success in the corporate world, he maintained a strong and steadfast passion for agriculture. Darwin, whose family runs a seventh-generation family farm in Evart, loved working the land and getting his hands dirty, and was always willing to talk about anything related to agriculture. In 2018, Darwin was inducted into the Michigan 4-H Emerald Clover Society, which honors former 4-H members for their leadership; and

Whereas, During his life, Darwin was also a dedicated public servant. He served as the Osceola Township supervisor and assessor for 28 years. In 2004, he was elected to the House of Representatives where he served three terms representing the One Hundred-second District, before being elected to the Senate to represent the Thirty-fifth District. He would serve in the Senate until 2018. During his time in the Legislature, Darwin utilized his knowledge, experience, and humor to serve on and lead a number of committees. This included serving as the chair of the Senate Committee on Banking and Financial Institutions, the Senate Appropriations subcommittees on Capital Outlay and Community Colleges, and the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Community Colleges. He also served on many other committees including the Senate committees on Appropriations, Agriculture, Education, and Infrastructure Modernization, and the House committees on Appropriations and Banking and Financial Services. He additionally served on the Senate Appropriations subcommittees on General Government, the Department of Community Health, the Department of Environmental Quality, and Natural Resources, as well as the House Appropriations subcommittees on the Department of Natural Resources, Joint Capital Outlay, Community Colleges, Human Services, Special Governmental Operations, Investigations, and Intergovernmental Affairs and Oversight. Moreover, Darwin was recognized by his colleagues when he was elected the Senate assistant majority caucus whip; and

Whereas, Darwin’s commitment to his community went beyond elected office. He faithfully served in a number of roles including the Board of Trustees for Spectrum Health, Reed City Campus; charter member of the Evart Downtown Development Association; the Evart Local Development Finance Commission; the Evart Jaycees; the Evart Historical Society; and the Evart Chamber of Commerce; and

Whereas, Darwin was known to those around him as a true family man, and he was always happiest when he could spend time with his family. He and his wife of more than 60 years, Janice, made their home in Evart, where they raised four children. His family expanded to include six grandchildren, two step great-grandchildren, and one great-grandson. During their marriage, Darwin and Janice also opened their home to ten exchange students from all around the world; and

Whereas, Darwin loved to remain active, even after leaving the Legislature. He always looked forward to traveling, family vacations, and testing his luck at the casino. Darwin loved to be hands-on with his grandchildren, which included teaching them how to drive on farming equipment. This led to more than a few dents, but even more happy memories. Until his last moments, Darwin always put his family first; and

Whereas, By those who knew him best, Darwin is remembered as warm, welcoming, curious, and always willing to offer advice. He always remained respectful of others and was committed to serving and working for his constituents to the best of his ability; and

Whereas, Upon Darwin Booher’s passing, we offer our condolences to his loved ones. His contributions to these chambers and the State of Michigan will be remembered; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate (the House of Representatives concurring), That we offer this expression of our highest tribute to honor the memory of Darwin Booher, a member of Michigan’s House of Representatives from 2005 to 2010 and the Senate from 2011-2018; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the Booher family as evidence of our lasting esteem for his memory.

The Senate has adopted the concurrent resolution.

The question being on the adoption of the concurrent resolution,

The concurrent resolution was adopted by unanimous standing vote.

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of

Announcement by the Clerk of Printing and Enrollment

The Clerk announced that the following bills had been reproduced and made available electronically on Tuesday, May 20:

House Bill Nos. 4503 4504

The Clerk announced that the following bills had been reproduced and made available electronically on Wednesday, May 21:

Senate Bill Nos. 319 320 321 322 323 324 325 326 327

The Clerk announced that the following Senate bills had been received on Wednesday, May 21:

Senate Bill Nos. 219 220 221 222 303

Reports of Standing Committees

The Committee on Natural Resources and Tourism, by Rep. Martin, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 4285, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1163a.

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. Martin, St. Germaine, VanderWall, Outman, Hoadley, Johnsen, Prestin, Bohnak, Fairbairn, Wortz, McFall, Scott, Weiss and Wooden

Nays: None

The Committee on Natural Resources and Tourism, by Rep. Martin, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 4401, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending section 43525c (MCL 324.43525c), as amended by 2021 PA 6.

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. Martin, St. Germaine, VanderWall, Outman, Hoadley, Johnsen, Prestin, Bohnak, Fairbairn, Wortz, McFall, Scott, Weiss, Arbit, Myers-Phillips and Wooden

Nays: None

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The following report, submitted by Rep. Martin, Chair, of the Committee on Natural Resources and Tourism, was received and read:

Meeting held on: Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Present: Reps. Martin, St. Germaine, VanderWall, Outman, Hoadley, Johnsen, Prestin, Bohnak, Fairbairn, Wortz, McFall, Scott, Weiss, Arbit, Myers-Phillips and Wooden

Absent: Rep. Foreman

Excused: Rep. Foreman

The Committee on Insurance, by Rep. Harris, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 4464, 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.

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. Harris, Tisdel, Lightner, Posthumus, Aragona, Neyer, Schuette, Brenda Carter, Tate and Fitzgerald

Nays: None

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

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

Meeting held on: Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Present: Reps. Harris, Tisdel, Lightner, Posthumus, Aragona, Neyer, Schuette, Brenda Carter, Tate and Fitzgerald

Absent: Rep. Whitsett

Excused: Rep. Whitsett

The Committee on Health Policy, by Rep. VanderWall, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 4037, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending sections 2501 and 2505 (MCL 333.2501 and 333.2505), as added by 2006 PA 137, and by adding section 2508.

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-2) 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. VanderWall, Meerman, Tisdel, Bierlein, DeBoer, Prestin, Schmaltz, Bohnak, Frisbie, Brenda Carter, Witwer and Hoskins

Nays: None

The Committee on Health Policy, by Rep. VanderWall, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 4038, entitled

A bill to amend 2018 PA 175, entitled “Insurance provider assessment act,” by amending section 13 (MCL 550.1763).

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. VanderWall, Meerman, Tisdel, Bierlein, DeBoer, Prestin, Schmaltz, Bohnak, Frisbie, Brenda Carter, Witwer and Hoskins

Nays: None

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The following report, submitted by Rep. VanderWall, Chair, of the Committee on Health Policy, was received and read:

Meeting held on: Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Present: Reps. VanderWall, Thompson, Meerman, Tisdel, Bierlein, DeBoer, Prestin, Schmaltz, St. Germaine, Bohnak, Frisbie, Brenda Carter, Witwer and Hoskins

Absent: Reps. Whitsett, Neeley and Foreman

Excused: Reps. Whitsett, Neeley and Foreman

The Committee on Appropriations, by Rep. Bollin, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 4011, entitled

A bill to authorize the department of technology, management, and budget to convey or transfer state-owned property in Arenac County; to prescribe conditions for the conveyance or transfer; to provide for powers and duties of state departments, agencies, and officers in regard to the property; and to provide for disposition of revenue derived from the conveyance.

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. Bollin, Maddock, Phil Green, Jenkins-Arno, Kelly, Markkanen, Mueller, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Cavitt, DeSana, Kuhn, Steele, Robinson, Farhat, O’Neal, Rogers, Steckloff, Glanville, Edwards, Martus, McKinney, Morgan, Price, Snyder and Longjohn

Nays: None

The Committee on Appropriations, by Rep. Bollin, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 4023, entitled

A bill to authorize the state administrative board to convey state-owned property in Eaton County; to prescribe conditions for the conveyance; to provide for powers and duties of state departments, agencies, and officers in regard to the property; and to provide for disposition of revenue derived from the conveyance.

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. Bollin, Maddock, Phil Green, Jenkins-Arno, Kelly, Markkanen, Mueller, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Cavitt, DeSana, Kuhn, Steele, Robinson, Farhat, O’Neal, Rogers, Steckloff, Glanville, Edwards, Martus, McKinney, Morgan, Price, Snyder and Longjohn

Nays: None

The Committee on Appropriations, by Rep. Bollin, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 4135, entitled

A bill to authorize the state administrative board to convey state-owned property in Jackson County; to prescribe conditions for the conveyance; to provide for powers and duties of state departments, agencies, and officers regarding the property; and to provide for disposition of revenue derived from the conveyance.

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. Bollin, Maddock, Phil Green, Jenkins-Arno, Kelly, Markkanen, Mueller, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Cavitt, DeSana, Kuhn, Steele, Robinson, Farhat, O’Neal, Rogers, Steckloff, Glanville, Martus, McKinney, Morgan, Price, Snyder and Longjohn

Nays: None

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

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

Meeting held on: Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Present: Reps. Bollin, Maddock, Phil Green, Jenkins-Arno, Kelly, Markkanen, Mueller, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Roth, Cavitt, DeSana, Kuhn, Steele, Robinson, Farhat, O’Neal, Rogers, Steckloff, Glanville, Edwards, Martus, McKinney, Morgan, Price, Snyder and Longjohn

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

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

Meeting held on: Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Present: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Hope and Breen

Absent: Rep. Scott

Excused: Rep. Scott

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The following report, submitted by Rep. DeBoer, Chair, of the Committee on Education and Workforce, was received and read:

Meeting held on: Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Present: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine, Pavlov, Wilson, Koleszar, Weiss and Byrnes

Messages from the Senate

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 Senate has passed the bill, ordered that it be given immediate effect and pursuant to Joint Rule 20, inserted the full title.

The House agreed to the full title.

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

Senate Bill No. 219, entitled

A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled “Mental health code,” by amending sections 401, 427, 430, 461, 468, 472a, and 475 (MCL 330.1401, 330.1427, 330.1430, 330.1461, 330.1468, 330.1472a, and 330.1475), sections 401, 461, 468, 472a, and 475 as amended by 2018 PA 593, section 427 as amended by 2016 PA 320, and section 430 as amended by 1995 PA 290.

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. 220, entitled

A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled “Mental health code,” by amending sections 206a and 429 (MCL 330.1206a and 330.1429), section 206a as added by 2020 PA 55 and section 429 as amended by 2022 PA 214.

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. 221, entitled

A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled “Mental health code,” (MCL 330.1001 to 330.2106) by adding section 1021 and chapter 10A.

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. 222, entitled

A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled “Mental health code,” by amending section 473 (MCL 330.1473), as amended by 2018 PA 593.

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. 303, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 16189.

The Senate has passed the bill.

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

Explanation of “No” Votes

Rep. Phil Green, having reserved the right to explain his protest against the passage of House Bill No. 4267, made the following statement:

“Mr. Speaker and members of the House:

I voted ‘no’ because I believe that we should reserve the naming of highways to fallen police officers, fireman, first responders or military personnel.”

Introduction of Bills

Rep. Mueller introduced

House Bill No. 4505, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 390, entitled “Emergency management act,” by amending section 18 (MCL 30.418), as amended by 2018 PA 263.

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

Rep. Lightner introduced

House Bill No. 4506, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” (MCL 760.1 to 777.69) by adding section 25b to chapter IX.

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

Rep. Lightner introduced

House Bill No. 4507, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending section 17764 (MCL 333.17764), as amended by 2004 PA 214.

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

Rep. Lightner introduced

House Bill No. 4508, entitled

A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending sections 16, 18, 200i, 204, 207, 209, 210, 211a, 316, 436, 520b, and 543f (MCL 750.16, 750.18, 750.200i, 750.204, 750.207, 750.209, 750.210, 750.211a, 750.316, 750.436, 750.520b, and 750.543f), sections 16, 18, 200i, 204, 207, 209, 210, 211a, 436, 520b, and 543f as amended by 2014 PA 23 and section 316 as amended by 2022 PA 149.

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

Reps. Meerman, Borton, Mentzer, Rogers, Wozniak, Beson, Miller, Johnsen and VanderWall introduced

House Bill No. 4509, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending sections 16801 and 17601 (MCL 333.16801 and 333.17601), section 16801 as added by 2004 PA 97 and section 17601 as amended by 2016 PA 238, and by adding sections 16187, 16804, and 17603a.

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

Reps. Schuette, Posthumus, McFall, Farhat, Aragona, Kunse, Tyrone Carter, Woolford and Bruck introduced

House Bill No. 4510, entitled

A bill to amend 1965 PA 314, entitled “Public employee retirement system investment act,” (MCL 38.1132 to 38.1141) by adding section 19c.

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

Reps. Posthumus, McFall, Farhat, Aragona, Kunse, Tyrone Carter, Woolford and Bruck introduced

House Bill No. 4511, entitled

A bill to prohibit the banning, provision of permitting or licensure requirements, or provision of other impairments of or for the holding of digital assets; to prohibit the advocacy or support through certain actions by certain state governmental officers and entities of a central bank digital currency by the United States government; to prohibit the imposition of prohibitions on the operation of certain nodes related to blockchain protocols, certain transfers of digital assets on blockchain protocols, or the participation in staking on certain blockchain protocols; to prohibit certain civil liability; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities.

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

Reps. McFall, Posthumus, Farhat, Kunse, Tyrone Carter, Woolford and Bruck introduced

House Bill No. 4512, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 61601, 61603, and 61604 (MCL 324.61601, 324.61603, and 324.61604), as added by 1995 PA 57, and by adding sections 61609, 61611, 61613, 61615, 61617, 61619, and 61621.

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

Reps. McFall, Posthumus, Farhat, Kunse, Tyrone Carter, Woolford and Bruck introduced

House Bill No. 4513, entitled

A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” by amending sections 30, 623, and 815 (MCL 206.30, 206.623, and 206.815), section 30 as amended by 2023 PA 4 and section 623 as amended and section 815 as added by 2021 PA 135.

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

Reps. Woolford, Mentzer, Robinson, Kunse, Kelly, Johnsen, Meerman, Alexander, DeSana, Markkanen, Cavitt and Bruck introduced

House Bill No. 4514, entitled

A bill to amend 1984 PA 274, entitled “Michigan antitrust reform act,” by amending section 4a (MCL 445.774a), as added by 1987 PA 243.

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

Reps. Woolford, Mentzer, Robinson, Kunse, Kelly, Carra, Johnsen, Maddock, Meerman, Alexander, DeSana, Markkanen, Cavitt and Bruck introduced

House Bill No. 4515, entitled

A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled “The social welfare act,” (MCL 400.1 to 400.119b) by adding section 14k.

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

Reps. Woolford, Robinson, Kunse, Kelly, Carra, Johnsen, Maddock, Meerman, Alexander, DeSana, Markkanen, Cavitt and Bruck introduced

House Bill No. 4516, entitled

A bill to amend 1936 (Ex Sess) PA 1, entitled “Michigan employment security act,” by amending section 29 (MCL 421.29), as amended by 2024 PA 239.

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

Reps. Neyer, Rigas, Outman, Roth, Borton, Wozniak, Mentzer, Frisbie, St. Germaine and BeGole introduced

House Bill No. 4517, entitled

A bill to amend 2002 PA 713, entitled “Child abduction broadcast act,” by amending the title and sections 1, 2, and 5 (MCL 28.761, 28.762, and 28.765).

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

Reps. Rigas, Neyer, Outman, Borton, Roth, Wozniak, Mentzer, Frisbie, St. Germaine and BeGole introduced

House Bill No. 4518, entitled

A bill to amend 2002 PA 712, entitled “Michigan Amber alert act,” by amending the title and section 3 (MCL 28.753), the title as amended by 2013 PA 91.

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

Reps. Wooden, Rheingans, Longjohn, Markkanen, Byrnes, Roth, Pohutsky, Steckloff, Glanville, Dievendorf, Martus, McKinney, Beson, Rogers, Coffia, Foreman, Tsernoglou, Brixie, Outman, Scott, Snyder and Liberati introduced

House Bill No. 4519, entitled

A bill to designate the official insect of the state of Michigan.

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

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The Speaker called the Speaker Pro Tempore to the Chair.

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of

Third Reading of Bills

House Bill No. 4287, entitled

A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” by amending sections 30, 623, and 815 (MCL 206.30, 206.623, and 206.815), section 30 as amended by 2023 PA 4 and section 623 as amended and section 815 as added by 2021 PA 135.

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

Roll Call No. 123 Yeas—97

Alexander Frisbie McKinney Scott

Andrews Glanville Meerman Skaggs

Aragona Grant Mentzer Slagh

Arbit Green, P. Miller Smit

BeGole Greene, J. Morgan Snyder

Beson Hall Mueller St. Germaine

Bierlein Harris Myers-Phillips Steckloff

Bohnak Herzberg Neyer Steele

Bollin Hoadley O’Neal Tate

Borton Hoskins Outman Thompson

Breen Jenkins-Arno Paiz Tisdel

Brixie Johnsen Paquette Tsernoglou

Bruck Kelly Pavlov VanderWall

Byrnes Koleszar Pohutsky VanWoerkom

Carter, B. Kuhn Posthumus Weiss

Carter, T. Kunse Prestin Wendzel

Cavitt Liberati Price Wilson

Coffia Lightner Puri Witwer

Conlin Linting Rigas Wooden

DeBoer Longjohn Robinson Woolford

DeBoyer Markkanen Rogers Wortz

Edwards Martin Roth Wozniak

Fairbairn Martus Schmaltz Xiong

Fitzgerald McFall Schuette Young

Fox

Nays—8

Carra Dievendorf Maddock Schriver

DeSana MacDonell Rheingans Wegela

In The Chair: Smit

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. 4203, 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.

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

Roll Call No. 124 Yeas—105

Alexander Fox McFall Schuette

Andrews Frisbie McKinney Scott

Aragona Glanville Meerman Skaggs

Arbit Grant Mentzer Slagh

BeGole Green, P. Miller Smit

Beson Greene, J. Morgan Snyder

Bierlein Hall Mueller St. Germaine

Bohnak Harris Myers-Phillips Steckloff

Bollin Herzberg Neyer Steele

Borton Hoadley O’Neal Tate

Breen Hoskins Outman Thompson

Brixie Jenkins-Arno Paiz Tisdel

Bruck Johnsen Paquette Tsernoglou

Byrnes Kelly Pavlov VanderWall

Carra Koleszar Pohutsky VanWoerkom

Carter, B. Kuhn Posthumus Wegela

Carter, T. Kunse Prestin Weiss

Cavitt Liberati Price Wendzel

Coffia Lightner Puri Wilson

Conlin Linting Rheingans Witwer

DeBoer Longjohn Rigas Wooden

DeBoyer MacDonell Robinson Woolford

DeSana Maddock Rogers Wortz

Dievendorf Markkanen Roth Wozniak

Edwards Martin Schmaltz Xiong

Fairbairn Martus Schriver Young

Fitzgerald

Nays—0

In The Chair: Smit

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. 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.

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

Roll Call No. 125 Yeas—104

Alexander Fitzgerald Martus Schriver

Andrews Fox McFall Schuette

Aragona Frisbie McKinney Scott

Arbit Glanville Meerman Skaggs

BeGole Grant Mentzer Slagh

Beson Green, P. Miller Smit

Bierlein Greene, J. Morgan Snyder

Bohnak Hall Mueller St. Germaine

Bollin Harris Myers-Phillips Steckloff

Borton Herzberg Neyer Steele

Breen Hoadley O’Neal Tate

Brixie Hoskins Outman Thompson

Bruck Jenkins-Arno Paiz Tisdel

Byrnes Johnsen Paquette Tsernoglou

Carra Kelly Pavlov VanderWall

Carter, B. Koleszar Pohutsky VanWoerkom

Carter, T. Kuhn Posthumus Weiss

Cavitt Kunse Prestin Wendzel

Coffia Liberati Price Wilson

Conlin Lightner Puri Witwer

DeBoer Linting Rheingans Wooden

DeBoyer Longjohn Rigas Woolford

DeSana MacDonell Robinson Wortz

Dievendorf Maddock Rogers Wozniak

Edwards Markkanen Roth Xiong

Fairbairn Martin Schmaltz Young

Nays—1

Wegela

In The Chair: Smit

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. 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.

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

Roll Call No. 126 Yeas—103

Alexander Fitzgerald Martus Schuette

Andrews Fox McFall Scott

Aragona Frisbie McKinney Skaggs

Arbit Glanville Meerman Slagh

BeGole Grant Mentzer Smit

Beson Green, P. Miller Snyder

Bierlein Greene, J. Morgan St. Germaine

Bohnak Hall Mueller Steckloff

Bollin Harris Myers-Phillips Steele

Borton Herzberg Neyer Tate

Breen Hoadley O’Neal Thompson

Brixie Hoskins Outman Tisdel

Bruck Jenkins-Arno Paiz Tsernoglou

Byrnes Johnsen Paquette VanderWall

Carra Kelly Pavlov VanWoerkom

Carter, B. Koleszar Posthumus Weiss

Carter, T. Kuhn Prestin Wendzel

Cavitt Kunse Price Wilson

Coffia Liberati Puri Witwer

Conlin Lightner Rheingans Wooden

DeBoer Linting Rigas Woolford

DeBoyer Longjohn Robinson Wortz

DeSana MacDonell Rogers Wozniak

Dievendorf Maddock Roth Xiong

Edwards Markkanen Schmaltz Young

Fairbairn Martin Schriver

Nays—2

Pohutsky Wegela

In The Chair: Smit

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.

Second Reading of Bills

House Bill No. 4101, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code” (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 16188.

Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-1) previously recommended by the Committee on Rules,

The substitute (H-1) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

Rep. Bierlein moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.

The motion prevailed.

House Bill No. 4380, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending sections 16335, 17801, and 17821 (MCL 333.16335, 333.17801, and 333.17821), as amended by 2009 PA 55, and by adding sections 17820a and 17820b.

The bill was read a second time.

Rep. Bierlein moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.

The motion prevailed.

House Bill No. 4066, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code” (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1290.

Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-1) previously recommended by the Committee on Government Operations,

The substitute (H-1) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

Rep. Woolford moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.

The motion prevailed.

House Bill No. 4469, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 453, entitled “Elliott-Larsen civil rights act,” (MCL 37.2101 to 37.2804) by adding section 405.

The bill was read a second time.

Rep. Xiong moved to amend the bill as follows:

1. Amend page 2, following line 2, by inserting:

“Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless House Bill No. 4371 of the 103rd Legislature is enacted into law.”.

The motion did not prevail and the amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.

Rep. Mentzer moved to amend the bill as follows:

1. Amend page 2, following line 2, by inserting:

“Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless House Bill No. 4329 of the 103rd Legislature is enacted into law.”.

The motion did not prevail and the amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.

Rep. Martus moved to amend the bill as follows:

1. Amend page 2, following line 2, by inserting:

“Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless all of the following bills of the 103rd Legislature are enacted into law:

(a) House Bill No. 4264.

(b) House Bill No. 4446.

(c) House Bill No. 4447.

(d) House Bill No. 4448.

(e) House Bill No. 4449.

(f) House Bill No. 4450.

(g) House Bill No. 4451.

(h) House Bill No. 4452.

(i) House Bill No. 4453.

(j) House Bill No. 4454.

(k) House Bill No. 4455.

(l) House Bill No. 4456.

(m) House Bill No. 4457.

(n) House Bill No. 4458.”.

The motion did not prevail and the amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.

Rep. Longjohn moved to amend the bill as follows:

1. Amend page 2, following line 2, by inserting:

“Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless all of the following bills of the 103rd Legislature are enacted into law:

(a) House Bill No. 4478.

(b) House Bill No. 4479.”.

The motion did not prevail and the amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.

Rep. Miller moved to amend the bill as follows:

1. Amend page 2, following line 2, by inserting:

“Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless Senate Bill No. 34 of the 103rd Legislature is enacted into law.”.

The motion did not prevail and the amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.

Rep. Fitzgerald moved to amend the bill as follows:

1. Amend page 2, following line 2, by inserting:

“Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless House Bill No. 4488 of the 103rd Legislature is enacted into law.”.

The motion did not prevail and the amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.

Rep. Weiss moved to amend the bill as follows:

1. Amend page 2, following line 2, by inserting:

“Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless all of the following bills of the 103rd Legislature are enacted into law:

(a) Senate Bill No. 166.

(b) Senate Bill No. 167.

(c) Senate Bill No. 168.”.

The motion did not prevail and the amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.

Rep. Weiss moved to amend the bill as follows:

1. Amend page 2, following line 2, by inserting:

“Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless all of the following bills of the 103rd Legislature are enacted into law:

(a) House Bill No. 4435.

(b) House Bill No. 4436.

(c) House Bill No. 4437.

(d) House Bill No. 4438.

(e) House Bill No. 4439.

(f) House Bill No. 4440.

(g) House Bill No. 4441.

(h) House Bill No. 4442.

Enacting section 2. This amendatory act does not take effect unless House Resolution No. 71 of the 103rd Legislature is adopted.”.

The motion did not prevail and the amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.

Rep. Andrews moved to amend the bill as follows:

1. Amend page 2, following line 2, by inserting:

“Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless all of the following bills of the 103rd Legislature are enacted into law:

(a) House Bill No. 4313.

(b) House Bill No. 4314.

(c) House Bill No. 4315.

(d) House Bill No. 4316.

(e) House Bill No. 4317.

(f) House Bill No. 4318.

(g) House Bill No. 4319.

(h) House Bill No. 4320.

(i) House Bill No. 4321.

(j) House Bill No. 4322.”.

The motion did not prevail and the amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.

Rep. Linting moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.

The motion prevailed.

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of

Motions and Resolutions

Reps. Prestin, Alexander, Breen, Fox, Glanville, Longjohn, MacDonell, Morgan, Outman, Paiz, Rheingans, Rogers and Witwer offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 108.

A resolution to declare May 18-24, 2025, as Emergency Medical Services Week in the state of Michigan.

Whereas, Emergency medical services is a vital public service; and

Whereas, The members of emergency medical services teams are ready to provide lifesaving care to those in need 24 hours a day, seven days a week; and

Whereas, Access to quality emergency care dramatically improves the survival and recovery rate of those who experience sudden illness or injury; and

Whereas, Emergency medical services has grown to fill a gap by providing important, out-of-hospital care, including preventative medicine, follow-up care, and access to telemedicine; and

Whereas, The emergency medical services system consists of first responders, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, emergency medical dispatchers, firefighters, police officers, educators, administrators, pre-hospital nurses, emergency nurses, emergency physicians, trained members of the public, and other out-of-hospital medical care providers; and

Whereas, The members of emergency medical services teams, whether career or volunteer, engage in thousands of hours of specialized training and continuing education to enhance their lifesaving skills; and

Whereas, It is appropriate to recognize the value and the accomplishments of emergency medical services providers by designating the Emergency Medical Services Week; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare May 18-24, 2025, as Emergency Medical Services Week in the state of Michigan. We encourage communities across the state to observe this week with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted.

Reps. Grant, Breen, Dievendorf, Glanville, Longjohn, MacDonell, Morgan, Paiz, Rheingans, Rogers, Wegela, Wilson, Witwer, Wooden and Xiong offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 109.

A resolution to declare May 19-23, 2025, as Affordable Housing Week in the state of Michigan.

Whereas, All people should have access to safe, healthy, and affordable homes within communities that provide opportunity; and

Whereas, The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development defines affordable housing as “housing on which the occupant is paying no more than 30 percent of gross income for housing costs, including utilities”; and

Whereas, Michigan has a shortage of nearly 150,000 housing units which impacts people across all walks of life – rural and urban - including the at-risk community and families with young children who are struggling with rising costs; and

Whereas, Studies have found that each $100 increase in median rent results in a 15 percent increase in homelessness in metro areas and a 39 percent increase in homelessness in nearby suburbs and rural areas; and

Whereas, The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated many existing financial constraints for low- and moderate-income households; and

Whereas, The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recognize safe, healthy, and affordable housing within communities of opportunity as key social determinants of health; and

Whereas, Everyone benefits from affordable housing, including the people who reside in these properties, their neighbors, businesses, employers, and the community as a whole; and

Whereas: United to raise public awareness, people, organizations, and communities throughout the state of Michigan are participating in local Affordable Housing Week activities to elevate the critical need to create healthy communities with ample affordable housing; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare May 19-23, 2025, as, Affordable Housing Week in the state of Michigan. We commit to actions and efforts to ensure Michigan residents can live with dignity in safe, healthy, and affordable homes.

The resolution was referred to Committee on Government Operations.

Reps. Coffia, Rheingans, Arbit, Brenda Carter, Price, Roth, Wooden, Longjohn, Alexander, Breen, Dievendorf, Fox, Glanville, MacDonell, Morgan, Paiz, Rogers, Weiss, Witwer and Xiong offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 110.

A resolution to declare May 21, 2025, as Cherry Industry Day in the state of Michigan.

Whereas, Michigan is the number one cherry producing state in the nation and is the unofficial Cherry Capitol of the World; and

Whereas, Michigan hosts the world’s largest cherry celebration, the National Cherry Festival. It takes place each July in Traverse City, Michigan, welcoming more than 500,000 people to celebrate and promote cherries, community involvement, and the Grand Traverse region; and

Whereas, The first “Blessing of the Blossoms Festival” was held on this date in 1926 before evolving into the National Cherry Festival as we know it today; and

Whereas, The United States produces over 610 million pounds of sweet and tart cherries each year, with Michigan producing the largest tart cherry crop. Approximately 250 million pounds of tart cherries are harvested each year, with 75% of those coming from the state of Michigan; and

Whereas, Cherries contain powerful antioxidants that may help fight cancer and heart disease and relieve the pain associated with arthritis. Tart cherries are especially high in the antioxidant melatonin, which may help prevent or reduce brain deterioration associated with aging, and are also high in vitamin A and beta-carotene; and

Whereas, The growth and innovation of Michigan’s tart cherry industry have been bolstered by collaborative efforts among growers, processors, researchers, and industry-led partnerships focused on sustainability, promotion, and product development; and

Whereas, The growers, processors and merchants continue to support the Grand Traverse Region with community support and a push promote the impact and benefits of the cherry harvest; and

Whereas, One of the most beautiful sites in Michigan, or anywhere in the world, during the month of May is the blossoming of the cherry trees in Traverse City; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body commemorate May 21, 2025, as Cherry Industry Day in the state of Michigan.

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.

By unanimous consent the House considered House Resolution No. 113 out of numerical order.

Rep. Maddock offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 113.

A resolution urging the Michigan Senate to request the return of Senate Bills 163, 164, 165, 167, 169, 170, 171, 172, 173, 174, 175, 176, 177, 178, 179, 180, and 181, the Senate budget appropriations bills for fiscal year 2026.

Whereas, Article IV, Section 31 of the 1963 Michigan Constitution requires the Legislature to pass a balanced budget; and

Whereas, According to the Senate Fiscal Agency, the fiscal year 2026 budget passed by the Michigan Senate appropriates 986.5 million dollars over projected revenues that the State of Michigan is estimated to collect as determined by the May 16, 2025, Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference. Due to overspending in Senate Bills 163, 164, 165, 167, 169, 170, 171, 172, 173, 174, 175, 176, 177, 178, 179, 180, and 181, the Senate-passed budget is not balanced based on current revenue estimates, and is in violation of Article IV, Section 31 of the Michigan Constitution; and

Whereas, Despite overspending by nearly 1 billion dollars, the Senate-passed fiscal year 2026 budget underfunds Medicaid by 500 million dollars, resulting in the loss of healthcare coverage for nearly 60,000 Michigan citizens, and also underfunds childcare for working families by 30 million dollars, negatively impacting Michigan families; and

Whereas, The citizens of Michigan deserve a budget that is responsibly crafted. The House of Representatives is unable to return the Senate-passed budget without considering the unconstitutional, unbalanced budget, and requiring the House to determine where to cut the Senate passed budget in order to make it legal; and

Whereas, The Senate should request the return of their fiscal year 2026 budget bills and take the proper time to pass a responsible budget that would not harm Michigan families and violate the Michigan Constitution; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we urge the Michigan Senate to request the return of Senate Bills 163, 164, 165, 167, 169, 170, 171, 172, 173, 174, 175, 176, 177, 178, 179, 180, and 181, the Senate budget appropriations bills for fiscal year 2026; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the Lieutenant Governor, the Senate Majority Leader, the Senate Majority Floor Leader, and the Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

Point of Order

Rep. Fitzgerald requested a ruling of the Chair on what would constitute something to be out of order and for debate to be stopped.

The Chair ruled Members are not allowed to reference votes that happened 3 months ago.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

Point of Order

Rep. Fitzgerald requested a ruling of the Chair on not being allowed to impugn members in this Chamber.

The Chair ruled that is correct, do not impugn colleagues.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

Point of Order

Rep. Fitzgerald requested a ruling of the Chair on how although bills are referenced in this resolution, we are not allowed to talk about the content of the bills.

The Chair ruled please confine remarks to the resolution.

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Rep. Neeley entered the House Chambers.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

Rep. Posthumus demanded the yeas and nays.

The demand was supported.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted, a majority of the members present voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:

Roll Call No. 127 Yeas—58

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 Kuhn Rigas Wendzel

DeBoer Kunse Robinson Woolford

DeBoyer Lightner Roth Wortz

DeSana Linting Schmaltz Wozniak

Fairbairn Maddock

Nays—48

Andrews Glanville Miller Skaggs

Arbit Grant Morgan Snyder

Breen Herzberg Myers-Phillips Steckloff

Brixie Hoskins Neeley Tate

Byrnes Koleszar O’Neal Tsernoglou

Carter, B. Liberati Paiz Wegela

Carter, T. Longjohn Pohutsky Weiss

Coffia MacDonell Price Wilson

Conlin Martus Puri Witwer

Dievendorf McFall Rheingans Wooden

Edwards McKinney Rogers Xiong

Fitzgerald Mentzer Scott Young

In The Chair: Smit

Reps. Puri, Skaggs, Xiong, McFall, Foreman, Brixie, MacDonell, Hoskins, McKinney, Wegela, Brenda Carter, Price, Steckloff, Rheingans, Fitzgerald, Koleszar, Young, Arbit, Breen, Byrnes, Dievendorf, Glanville, Longjohn, Morgan, Outman, Paiz, Rogers, Weiss, Witwer and Wooden offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 111.

A resolution to declare May 2025 as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in the state of Michigan.

Whereas, The state of Michigan is fortunate to be home to more than 330,000 residents of Asian and Pacific Island descent; and

Whereas, Asian Pacific Americans comprise one of the fastest-growing populations in both the state and the nation. In fact, this group is the largest-growing population in Michigan according to the last U.S. Census; and

Whereas, The Asian and Pacific Island regions are tremendously diverse, with more than thirty countries, numerous languages, and multiple belief systems; and

Whereas, Citizens of Asian and Pacific Island descent in each generation, from the laborers who connected our coasts one and a half centuries ago to the patriots who fought overseas while their families were interned at home, to the entrepreneurs and engineers who help our economy thrive, and our healthcare professionals who serve to ensure public health. These patriotic Americans enhance our culture, quality of life, and economic vitality through leadership, commitments to knowledge, education, and advancement, and dedication to their communities; and

Whereas, The state of Michigan and the United States of America have been enriched by the contributions of Asian Pacific Americans in all facets of life, including the arts, sciences, business, education, and philanthropy. Michigan has recognized the contributions Asian Pacific Americans make to our state with the establishment of the Michigan Asian Pacific American Affairs Commission; and

Whereas, The culture and contributions of our Asian and Pacific Island residents will continue to grow in significance as more Asian Pacific Americans choose to make Michigan their home and as our economy becomes increasingly intertwined with the economies throughout Asia; and

Whereas, Asian Pacific Americans, through advocating issues of justice and equality, continue to break down the barriers of discrimination, indifference, and intolerance, thereby opening doors for all Asian Pacific Americans; and

Whereas, Asian Pacific American residents are proudly served in Michigan by many dedicated organizations, including Asian Pacific American Chamber of Commerce, Council of Asian Pacific Americans, Asian Center Southeast Michigan and West Michigan, West Michigan Asian Pacific American Association, Michigan Asian Pacific American Bar Association, South Asian Bar Association of Michigan, South Asian American Voices for Impact, MI-India Foundation, India League of America-Michigan, Asian Indian Women’s Association of Michigan, and many more; and

Whereas, The state of Michigan takes pride in its cultural diversity and welcomes the opportunity to honor our Asian Pacific American residents for their lasting, expanding imprint upon our state; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare May 2025 as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in the state of Michigan. We encourage all citizens to celebrate the individual and collective contributions of Asian Pacific Americans to this state and to this country.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted.

Reps. Carra, Fox, DeSana, Maddock and Schriver offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 112.

A resolution to urge the Federal Bureau of Investigation to condemn the use of the expression “8647” due to its symbolism and implications, including the use of this code by James Comey, former Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, in a social media post on May 15, 2025.

Whereas, On May 15, 2025, James Comey, former Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, posted a photograph of an arrangement of seashells on Instagram in the formation of “8647,” mentioning the “cool shell formation.” After the post provoked criticism, Comey deleted the post; and

Whereas, The code “8647” is commonly used to connote malicious intent, namely an invitation of violence towards President Donald J. Trump. The number 86 is commonly used as a phrase meaning “remove” or “get rid of,” and the number 47 refers to the 47th President of the United States of America, Donald J. Trump; and

Whereas, Governor Gretchen Whitmer used similarly dangerous tactics with the prominent display of the code “8645” during an interview on NBC’s “Meet the Press” on Sunday, October 18, 2020. Displaying “8645” during the interview was a clear declaration of hostility against then-45th President of the United States Donald J. Trump; and

Whereas, James Comey cannot reasonably claim that he was unaware of the meaning of the code “8647.” Just as Governor Whitmer was culpable in helping to foster an atmosphere that led to multiple assassination attempts on President Trump, there are no grounds on which the former Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation can justify his decision to broadcast a message that recklessly endangers the life of the sitting President; and

Whereas, The First Amendment to the Constitution of the United States protects the right to free speech, but it does not protect the right to unnecessarily endanger others, knowingly and willfully threatening the well-being of another individual by inviting the assassination of the President of the United States. The public encouragement of political violence is abhorrent, morally reprehensible, and intolerable, and it should be thoroughly disavowed; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we urge the Federal Bureau of Investigation to condemn the use of the expression “8647” due to its symbolism and implications, including the use of this code by James Comey, former director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, in a social media post on May 15, 2025; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Governor of Michigan, and James Comey.

The resolution was referred to Committee on Government Operations.

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Rep. Pavlov moved that the House adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 4:05 p.m.

The Speaker Pro Tempore declared the House adjourned until Thursday, May 22, at 12:00 Noon.

SCOTT E. STARR

Clerk of the House of Representatives