No. 82
STATE OF MICHIGAN
JOURNAL
OF THE
House of Representatives
97th Legislature
REGULAR SESSION OF 2014
House Chamber, Lansing, Wednesday, December 10, 2014.
10:00 a.m.
The House was called to order by Associate Speaker Pro Tempore O’Brien.
The roll was called by the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who announced that a quorum was present.
Abed—present Glardon—present LaVoy—present Roberts—present
Banks—present Goike—present Leonard—present Robinson—present
Barnett—present Graves—present Lipton—present Rogers—present
Bolger—present Greimel—present Lori—present Rutledge—present
Brinks—present Haines—present Lund—present Santana—present
Brown—present Haugh—present Lyons—present Schmidt—present
Brunner—present Haveman—present MacGregor—present Schor—present
Bumstead—present Heise—present MacMaster—present Segal—present
Callton—present Hobbs—present McBroom—present Shirkey—present
Cavanagh—present Hooker—present McCann—present Singh—present
Clemente—present Hovey-Wright—present McCready—present Slavens—present
Cochran—present Howrylak—present McMillin—present Smiley—present
Cotter—present Irwin—present Muxlow—present Somerville—present
Crawford—present Jacobsen—present Nathan—e/d/s Stallworth—present
Daley—present Jenkins—present Nesbitt—present Stamas—present
Darany—present Johnson—present O’Brien—present Stanley—present
Denby—present Kandrevas—present Oakes—present Switalski—present
Dianda—present Kelly—present Olumba—e/d/s Talabi—present
Dillon—present Kesto—present Outman—present Tlaib—present
Driskell—present Kivela—present Pagel—present Townsend—present
Durhal—present Knezek—present Pettalia—present VerHeulen—present
Faris—present Kosowski—present Phelps—present Victory—present
Farrington—present Kowall—present Poleski—present Walsh—present
Forlini—present Kurtz—present Potvin—present Yanez—present
Foster—present LaFontaine—present Price—present Yonker—present
Franz—present Lamonte—present Pscholka—present Zemke—present
Geiss—present Lane—present Rendon—present Zorn—present
Genetski—present Lauwers—present
e/d/s = entered during session
Rep. Phil Cavanagh, from the 10th District, offered the following invocation:
“We gather here today intent on doing good work.
To make decisions for our communities.
We seek to represent fairly and universally, those who have given us this task.
May we use only our best skills and judgment as we consider the merits and pitfalls of each matter that is placed before us and always act in accordance with what is best for our communities and our fellow citizens, especially those still struggling from the Great Recession.
May our efforts be blessed with insight, guided by understanding and wisdom as we seek to serve with respect for all.
May our personal faiths give us strength to act honestly and genuinely in all matters before us and grant us the:
- Wisdom to govern amid the conflicting interests and issues before us and
- The ability to work together in harmony and even when there honest disagreement for the welfare and true needs of our fellow citizens.
As trusted servants, we seek blessings on our deliberations, and on our efforts here today.
Amen.”
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The Speaker Pro Tempore assumed the Chair.
Comments and Recommendations
Rep. Stamas moved that the following remarks be printed in the Journal.
The motion prevailed.
Rep. Abed:
“As a newcomer to state politics, coming on board as a state representative was like stepping into another world …many a time, I shook my head not believing some of the dynamics and methods used to get something passed or how things are run….some good, some not so good.
But the ability to be in a place where you can fight for policies that you believe in and represent the people of your district has been such an honor. It’s a job I have taken very seriously and put my heart and soul into.
As a newly elected representative, I began my term taking part in a bipartisan weekend, ‘Under the Dome’, an unofficial orientation for new legislators with frank discussions on what we would face. I’ll never forget one of those frank discussions when I raised my hand and asked one of the Republican leaders, ‘What are the chances of a Democrat passing a bill and what advice would you have?’ He asked what district I was from and whose seat I took. When he realized I represented a district that had previously been Republican for 50 years, he responded: ‘Oh you’re not going to pass “bleep”.’ I loved the blunt honesty.
It was that same weekend I first met Floor leader Stamas and let him know that his reputation was one of fairness and I appreciated that and looked forward to working with him. I’ve never been disappointed.
As a ‘marginal’ which I’m so lovingly called….I often heard ‘Theresa could you give that bill to someone else so it has a chance of passing?’ Or, when trying to get co‑sponsorship or a bill to be taken up, I’d hear: ‘You know we are not supposed to do anything to help you get something passed’. But I never let roadblocks stop me so I found other ways to get things done….. I gave my bills or ideas to other people, worked with others to get bills passed, or continued to advocate one on one with people from both sides of the aisle.
One of my proudest moments was stopping the forester bill from passing on the floor. I was asked multiple times why I cared so much about foresters…..my response, which is the same for every bill that comes before me, was…. ‘I care because it is important to a group of people no matter how large or small.’
But I do want to give a special shout out to people who worked with me and put aside other differences including my ‘marginalness’ to fight together for the issue we shared a passion for:
1. Rep. McMillin: Rep. McMillin was the first one to say he would work with me on getting an amendment to a bill in Regulatory Reform. At first I was cautious and thought this might be a trick but I soon learned he was sincere and party lines made no difference…..
I can’t say enough about what a pleasure it was to work with him on Common Core and on our shared concerns
about federal mandates on standardized testing. Party lines vanished as we researched, questioned, and fought against
what we believed would be detrimental to our children. I took part in the Common Core sub-committee he put
together to delve deep into this issue.
I’ll never forget when we were both fighting the final passage of Common Core on the House Floor and heard we would not be allowed to speak so together we took the podium on both sides of the aisle with our hands raised asking to speak in opposition. Neither of us were called on but together we made a point.
2. Rep. McBroom….another friend. We both came to the capitol adamant about addressing the need for our trades programs in High School and knowing the Merit Curriculum was actually taking away this choice. Rep McBroom and I became strong allies in ensuring trades became a viable option in our schools and both worked hard on each side of the aisle to get support. It was a thrill to be at the bill signing to see this come to fruition. Thanks Rep. McBroom for the teamwork and including me every step of the way.
3. Loved working on Reg. Reform…it was the most bipartisan committee I have sat on and mutual respect was always shown. Great leaders in Rep. Crawford and Rep. Haugh.
4. Of course Rep. Wayne Schmidt who welcomed me with open arms as I walked up to the Hayford House for the first time for the bipartisan barbecues…..Still waiting for the Hayford Shirt.
5. And my Karaoke buddies: Rep. Haines and Rep. Kowall…..And I admire Rep. Haines tenacity to stand up for No Fault even though it is not a popular thing to do in her party.
6. Getting co‑sponsorships on my bills was a little difficult to do on the opposite side of the aisle due to the ‘x’ on my back….but the biggest compliment I received was when I went to get my first signature, one of my Republican colleagues was quizzing me on the bill and seemed apprehensive at first but then he looked at me and said, ‘I trust you and know you would not lead me astray on what this bill is about’ and then signed it….that meant so much.
7. So many people to thank on the Democratic side from leadership to policy staff. The knowledge, expertise and dedication I have seen and experienced from so many have been greatly appreciated.
I have to start out by giving a huge thank you to my dear friend, colleague and seatmate…Rep. Schor. He has
been an amazing support system…. patiently answers all questions, and is ready to help me on a moment’s notice.
Everyone here who has worked with me knows I ask a lot of questions and Andy has always answered each one.
His guidance has been much appreciated. He helped me know the ropes and how to navigate the system. And we
don’t always agree on things…some big things even on each other’s bills but that has never hampered our friendship
and respect.
8. To my two ‘Yooper’ colleagues who keep me laughing and always in suspense as to how they would vote …there has been an ongoing joke that Republicans look to them to see how to vote on a bill…..
9. To Rashida who I admired before I even took office for her passion, sincerity, and drive to fight for what is right and just.
10. To my dear friend Ellen Cogen Lipton, her wisdom, her knowledge, her passion for our public school system and doing what is best for children. She will be a huge loss on the committee and at the State Capitol.
11. Rep. Kosowski who agreed to be my dance partner for the Board of Water and Light charity fundraiser…and we won first place for our Staying Alive routine!
12. And of course my staff…Kathryn-I’m so glad you joined our team just two months ago. I look forward to watching your journey at the Capitol. I know you will do well. And Brandon….a huge thank you for your loyalty, dedication and hard work. Brandon was always available and ready to help whenever it was needed and has such a warm and pleasant personality. Everyone who meets him loves him. He has been with me through two campaigns and this term. Thank you Brandon.
13. And to all my Democratic colleagues…I’m so lucky to be part of an amazing caucus who truly care about the people they represent and will fight for what they believe in. Each brings unique talents and perspectives with them…And I can’t say enough about the strengths, wisdom and knowledge the women in our caucus brought to the table. I was so fortunate to have worked with them.
One of the reasons I ran for this office was to stop the dismantling of our schools which I saw first-hand while working in education and I will continue that advocacy even after I leave. I have spent my life helping children to reach their full potential in our schools and taking away obstacles and I cannot stand by and watch legislation put into place that will be detrimental. It goes against my very core. So although the means for advocacy has taken a detour, my commitment to our kids, our seniors, our families and veterans continues. So until next time …….God bless.”
By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of
Motions and Resolutions
The Speaker, on behalf of the entire membership of the House of Representatives, offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 435.
A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Theresa Abed.
Whereas, It is a pleasure to extend this expression of gratitude to Representative Theresa Abed for her hard work, energy, and contributions to the legislative process. Her enthusiasm for public service has benefited the Seventy-first District and the entire state; and
Whereas, Representative Abed’s career as an elected official began with two terms serving on the Eaton County Board of Commissioners, then election to the Michigan House in 2012. With a master’s degree in social work from Wayne State University, she brought to the Legislature thirty years of experience as a school social worker and served as a tireless advocate for children and the public school system. She also worked as an outpatient therapist in the Family Counseling Center at St. Vincent Catholic Charity; and
Whereas, Representative Abed has exhibited a true commitment to serving her constituents as she sat on the committees on Education, Insurance, and Regulatory Reform. She displayed a dedication to working families and senior citizens as she engaged in thoughtful consideration of the issues with colleagues from both sides of the aisle; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of tribute to commend and thank the Honorable Theresa Abed for her notable contributions to this legislative body and to our entire state; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Abed as evidence of our gratitude and best wishes.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
The Speaker, on behalf of the entire membership of the House of Representatives, offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 436.
A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Vicki Barnett.
Whereas, The House of Representatives is honored to commend and thank Representative Vicki Barnett as she completes her service to the Thirty-seventh District and citizens of Michigan. For six years, Representative Barnett has worked resolutely to create Michigan jobs, improve public schools in Michigan, and shape a fair tax structure; and
Whereas, First elected to the Legislature in 2008, Representative Barnett brought with her tremendous experience working in local government and as an investment consultant. A graduate of the University of Michigan-Dearborn, she began her career in public service as a member of the Farmington Hills City Council, a position she held for eight years, before being elected mayor in 2003, serving in that capacity for four years. Representative Barnett has also served as the president of the Michigan Municipal League, chair of the Data Advisory Council for the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments, vice-chair of the National Task Force on Interoperability, and as a board member of the National League of Cities. These experiences have been invaluable to her understanding of the needs of Oakland County residents; and
Whereas, Over the past six years, Representative Barnett has earned a reputation as a dedicated member of this legislative body and for her Farmington Hills constituents, working tirelessly for the betterment of all Michiganders. Among the wide range of issues she worked on, she was always in passionate pursuit of policies that spurred job growth in high-demand industries and equipped today’s youth with the education necessary to compete in tomorrow’s Michigan. Representative Barnett’s leadership and effort will be missed; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to the Honorable Vicki Barnett as she concludes her service to this legislative body; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Barnett as evidence of our esteem and best wishes.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
The Speaker, on behalf of the entire membership of the House of Representatives, offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 437.
A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Terry Brown.
Whereas, It is an honor and privilege to salute the Honorable Terry Brown as he brings to a close his tenure with the Michigan House of Representatives. As an educator and lawmaker, Terry Brown has had a positive impact on public policy in this state; and
Whereas, A graduate of Graceland University, Michigan State University, and Grand Valley State University, Representative Brown gained extensive experience in his field as a social worker in the Huron Intermediate School District, rising to the level of principal at the Huron Learning Center. His work with the Huron County Council on Abuse and Neglect, the Zero to Three Family Mentor Program, and the Homeless Coalition provided valuable preparation for addressing issues important to the families of Michigan. In addition, as an ordained minister and associate pastor, Representative Brown has had many opportunities to support the people of his community; and
Whereas, Terry Brown has had the opportunity to serve on several committees including Agriculture; Education; Energy and Technology; Tourism, Outdoor Recreation, and Natural Resources; and Appropriations. His legislative activities have allowed Representative Brown to be closely involved with issues that are of great significance to our state. His knowledge and understanding of the legislative process have been especially important to the people of Huron and Tuscola counties; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of our respect to Representative Terry Brown of the Eighty-fourth District for his dedication to our state and its future; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Brown as evidence of our best wishes.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
The Speaker, on behalf of the entire membership of the House of Representatives, offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 438.
A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Philip M. Cavanagh.
Whereas, This legislative body is honored to laud and give appreciation to Representative Cavanagh for his service to Detroit, Redford Township, and the state of Michigan. With dedication, he has served the residents of his district in Wayne County, as well as adults, children, and those suffering with mental health issues across the state; and
Whereas, Before serving in the Legislature, Phil Cavanagh earned multiple degrees, including a bachelor’s in business administration and a bachelor’s in accounting from Aquinas College, and a Master of Business Administration and a law degree from the University of Detroit Mercy. Additionally, he served four terms on the Wayne County Commission where he concentrated on mental health issues, including better service delivery and the care of children. Representative Cavanagh was first elected to the House of Representatives in 2010 and served two terms; and
Whereas, While a member of the Legislature, Representative Cavanagh ardently continued his efforts on improving mental health care while serving on the Health Policy Committee and has championed good health and wellness policy for the state. He also served on both the Financial Liability Reform Committee, where he tackled insurance issues and consumer protection, and Judiciary Committee as minority vice-chair. Representative Cavanagh’s hard work extended to fighting to stop human trafficking, as he worked on and sponsored legislation to address the issue; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we honor and show gratitude to the Honorable Philip M. Cavanagh for his service to this body and entire state; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Cavanagh as evidence of our gratitude and best wishes for his future endeavors.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
The Speaker, on behalf of the entire membership of the House of Representatives, offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 439.
A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Hugh D. Crawford.
Whereas, The members of this legislative body are proud to commend and thank our colleague, Representative Hugh Crawford, as he brings to a close his six years of distinguished service to the Michigan House of Representatives. He has been a valuable colleague and a champion for the Thirty-eighth District, and we wish him well in his future endeavors; and
Whereas, A U.S. Marine Corps veteran and retiree from the Xerox Corporation, Hugh Crawford has dedicated himself to public service for many years. His wealth of experience includes tenure as a vice-chair of the Oakland County Board of Commissioners and as a Novi City Council member. His public-mindedness and dedication to civic responsibility has been further demonstrated by time spent on the Oakland County Cable Commission, on the Novi Parks and Recreation Commission as member and chairman, in the Novi Lions Club, as president of the Novi Jaycees, and on several area chambers of commerce; and
Whereas, Representative Crawford has served with distinction and dedication as chair of the Regulatory Reform Committee as well as a member of the committees on Education, Health Policy, Energy and Technology, Appropriations, and Tourism; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we honor Representative Hugh D. Crawford as he concludes his service to the Michigan House of Representatives; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Crawford as evidence of our gratitude and best wishes.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
The Speaker, on behalf of the entire membership of the House of Representatives, offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 440.
A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Kevin Daley.
Whereas, It is a pleasure for members and staff to join together in commending Representative Kevin Daley for his fine service as he brings to a close his tenure with the Michigan House of Representatives. His passion for public policy and willingness to work hard for the people of his home community and our entire state have earned the respect of legislators and staff in Lansing; and
Whereas, Kevin Daley has been involved in many organizations dedicated to the Michigan agriculture industry and of importance to Michigan farmers. As owner-operator of his family dairy farm, former president of the Michigan Milk Producers Association Tri-County Local, and a 35-year member of the Michigan Farm Bureau, Representative Daley brought extensive experience and knowledge to his work as chair of the Agriculture Committee and legislative issues dealing with agriculture. In addition, his service as Arcadia Township supervisor, treasurer, and a member of the planning commission also gave him insights and skills most relevant to his efforts as a lawmaker; and
Whereas, In addition to the Agriculture Committee, Representative Daley served on the Education, Local Government, and Transportation and Infrastructure committees, bringing an understanding of the legislative process, cooperation, and sense of fairness to the legislation on which he worked; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of tribute and gratitude to salute Representative Kevin Daley as he completes his tenure with this legislative body; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Daley as evidence of our best wishes.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
The Speaker, on behalf of the entire membership of the House of Representatives, offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 441.
A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Cindy Denby.
Whereas, It is a pleasure to commend and thank Representative Cindy Denby for her service to the people of her Livingston County district and all of Michigan as she brings to a close her tenure of service as a lawmaker. Her dedication and concern for the families of this state have been deeply appreciated and her insights have contributed to the legislative process in several key issue areas; and
Whereas, Representative Denby has devoted herself to a variety of important endeavors over the years. These include owning a bookkeeping business, serving as legislative staff, and being active with the Fowlerville Local Development Finance Authority, Fowlerville Fire Department Authority, and Livingston County Economic Development Council. She also served eight years as the elected clerk of Handy Township and eight years as the elected supervisor; and
Whereas, Her work in Lansing has been highlighted by her efforts on several committees, including as vice-chair of the Agriculture Committee and a member of Families, Children, and Seniors; Financial Liability Reform; Insurance; and Regulatory Reform. She contributed to a wide range of legislation covering issues, such as taxes, insurance, and food service establishments; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of our respect and thanks to Representative Cindy Denby for her distinguished service to this legislative body; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Denby as evidence of our best wishes.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
The Speaker, on behalf of the entire membership of the House of Representatives, offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 442.
A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Fred Durhal, Jr.
Whereas, We are pleased to pay tribute to the Honorable Fred Durhal, Jr., as he brings to a close his years of service in the Michigan House of Representatives. Representative Durhal has earned a reputation as a tireless advocate for the needs of the poor and oppressed both in his beloved city of Detroit and throughout Michigan; and
Whereas, A stalwart member of the Detroit community, Fred Durhal attended Detroit Public Schools, Wayne County Community College, Wayne State University, and the University of Phoenix, where he studied public administration. His distinguished career in public service preceded his election to serve in the Michigan Legislature and includes various professional positions, including serving as: Community Resource Specialist for the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, Assistant to Mayor Coleman A. Young, and District Director for Congresswoman Barbara Rose Collins. Moreover, he has been deeply rooted in the Michigan Democratic Party, including being the first African-American to serve as political organizing director. He also served as an executive and administrative vice-chair of the 13th Congressional District for the District Democratic Party Organization; and
Whereas, Representative Durhal gained his initial experience as a lawmaker when he was elected to serve out a term in a 2002 special election. With an unwavering commitment to engaging in the legislative process, he returned to the House of Representatives in 2009. In the Legislature, he served on the House Appropriations Committee. He also served as chair of the Michigan Legislative Black Caucus and the Detroit Caucus; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we hereby extend this expression of gratitude to the Honorable Fred Durhal, Jr., as he ends his service in the Michigan House of Representatives; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Durhal as evidence of our esteem.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
The Speaker, on behalf of the entire membership of the House of Representatives, offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 443.
A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Frank D. Foster.
Whereas, The members of this legislative body are proud to commend Representative Frank D. Foster and express our appreciation for his years of distinguished contributions to the legislative process. For four years, he has dedicated himself to advancing the economic well-being of his constituents in the One hundred seventh District and the state of Michigan; and
Whereas, A graduate of Grand Valley State University’s Seidman College of Business, Frank Foster joined the House of Representatives in 2011 with a wealth of experience as a business manager of his family’s third-generation construction company. In addition to serving with distinction on the House committees on Health Policy, Banking and Financial Services, Michigan Competitiveness, and Tax Policy, Representative Foster chaired the House Committee on Commerce, working diligently to create a robust job market and make Michigan a more attractive business destination for years to come; and
Whereas, Representative Foster’s experience and leadership have provided great benefit to his colleagues and the work of this chamber. His sense of fairness and understanding has been a vital and reliable resource in his pursuit of better public policy, including his work on a wide range of issues such as taxation, insurance, unemployment insurance, and higher education financing. We are grateful for his work and contributions; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we hereby extend this expression of gratitude to Representative Frank D. Foster as he brings to a close his illustrious service in the Michigan House of Representatives and wish him the best in his future endeavors; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Foster as evidence of our esteem and best wishes.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
The Speaker, on behalf of the entire membership of the House of Representatives, offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 444.
A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Douglas A. Geiss.
Whereas, It is with gratitude that we thank Representative Douglas Geiss for his service to the state as he retires from the House of Representatives. His dedicated work on behalf of his constituents over the past six years has been impactful and greatly appreciated; and
Whereas, Douglas Geiss, a lifelong resident of Taylor and top graduate from Harry S. Truman High School, earned a bachelor’s degree in engineering and a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Michigan. Afterwards, while working for the Ford Motor Company, he advanced quickly and gained an appreciation for the skills needed to succeed in today’s economy. Wanting to make positive contributions to his community, Douglas Geiss served on the Taylor City Council for eight years, during which time he helped balance the budget without raising taxes and implemented an ethics ordinance for employees and elected officials. In 2008, while serving as city council chairman, he was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives; and
Whereas, Representative Geiss brought his attention to detail and his passion for helping others to Lansing during his tenure in the House of Representatives from 2009 through 2014. He helped shaped public policy in several committees, including Agriculture, Education, and Insurance, and as the vice-chair for the Transportation and the Energy and Technology committees. His concern for job creation and making communities better places to live contributed to the enactment of the Next Michigan Development Act and to his being awarded the 2010 Michigan Legislator of the Year by the Michigan Municipal League; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we commend and thank Representative Douglas A. Geiss as he concludes his service in the Michigan House of Representatives; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Geiss as evidence of our gratitude and best wishes.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
Third Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 4101, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” (MCL 257.1 to 257.923) by adding section 811u.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 649 Yeas—107
Abed Genetski Lane Robinson
Banks Glardon Lauwers Rogers
Barnett Goike LaVoy Rutledge
Bolger Graves Leonard Santana
Brinks Greimel Lipton Schmidt
Brown Haines Lori Schor
Brunner Haugh Lund Segal
Bumstead Haveman Lyons Shirkey
Callton Heise MacGregor Singh
Cavanagh Hobbs MacMaster Slavens
Clemente Hooker McBroom Smiley
Cochran Hovey-Wright McCann Somerville
Cotter Howrylak McCready Stallworth
Crawford Irwin Muxlow Stamas
Daley Jacobsen Nesbitt Stanley
Darany Jenkins O’Brien Switalski
Denby Johnson Oakes Talabi
Dianda Kandrevas Outman Tlaib
Dillon Kelly Pagel Townsend
Driskell Kesto Pettalia VerHeulen
Durhal Kivela Phelps Victory
Faris Knezek Poleski Walsh
Farrington Kosowski Potvin Yanez
Forlini Kowall Price Yonker
Foster Kurtz Pscholka Zemke
Franz LaFontaine Rendon Zorn
Geiss Lamonte Roberts
Nays—1
McMillin
In The Chair: Walsh
The question being on agreeing to the title of the bill,
Rep. Stamas moved to amend the title to read as follows:
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” (MCL 257.1 to 257.923) by adding section 811aa.
The motion prevailed.
The House agreed to the title as amended.
Reps. Denby, Genetski, Graves, Haines, Heise, Johnson, Lori, Lund, McCann, Muxlow, Pettalia, Phelps, Rendon, Roberts, Rogers, VerHeulen, Walsh and Zorn were named co‑sponsors of the bill.
House Bill No. 5245, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” (MCL 257.1 to 257.923) by adding section 811z.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 650 Yeas—108
Abed Genetski Lane Roberts
Banks Glardon Lauwers Robinson
Barnett Goike LaVoy Rogers
Bolger Graves Leonard Rutledge
Brinks Greimel Lipton Santana
Brown Haines Lori Schmidt
Brunner Haugh Lund Schor
Bumstead Haveman Lyons Segal
Callton Heise MacGregor Shirkey
Cavanagh Hobbs MacMaster Singh
Clemente Hooker McBroom Slavens
Cochran Hovey-Wright McCann Smiley
Cotter Howrylak McCready Somerville
Crawford Irwin McMillin Stallworth
Daley Jacobsen Muxlow Stamas
Darany Jenkins Nesbitt Stanley
Denby Johnson O’Brien Switalski
Dianda Kandrevas Oakes Talabi
Dillon Kelly Outman Tlaib
Driskell Kesto Pagel Townsend
Durhal Kivela Pettalia VerHeulen
Faris Knezek Phelps Victory
Farrington Kosowski Poleski Walsh
Forlini Kowall Potvin Yanez
Foster Kurtz Price Yonker
Franz LaFontaine Pscholka Zemke
Geiss Lamonte Rendon Zorn
Nays—0
In The Chair: Walsh
The question being on agreeing to the title of the bill,
Rep. Stamas moved to amend the title to read as follows:
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” (MCL 257.1 to 257.923) by adding section 811cc.
The motion prevailed.
The House agreed to the title as amended.
Reps. Brown, Brunner, Darany, Denby, Driskell, Durhal, Faris, Franz, Genetski, Graves, Greimel, Hooker, Irwin, Jenkins, Kivela, Kowall, LaVoy, Lipton, MacGregor, Rendon, Robinson, Shirkey, Singh, Slavens, Smiley, Somerville, Stamas, Stanley, Walsh and Zemke were named co‑sponsors of the bill.
Senate Bill No. 903, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” (MCL 257.1 to 257.923) by adding section 811z.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 651 Yeas—108
Abed Genetski Lane Roberts
Banks Glardon Lauwers Robinson
Barnett Goike LaVoy Rogers
Bolger Graves Leonard Rutledge
Brinks Greimel Lipton Santana
Brown Haines Lori Schmidt
Brunner Haugh Lund Schor
Bumstead Haveman Lyons Segal
Callton Heise MacGregor Shirkey
Cavanagh Hobbs MacMaster Singh
Clemente Hooker McBroom Slavens
Cochran Hovey-Wright McCann Smiley
Cotter Howrylak McCready Somerville
Crawford Irwin McMillin Stallworth
Daley Jacobsen Muxlow Stamas
Darany Jenkins Nesbitt Stanley
Denby Johnson O’Brien Switalski
Dianda Kandrevas Oakes Talabi
Dillon Kelly Outman Tlaib
Driskell Kesto Pagel Townsend
Durhal Kivela Pettalia VerHeulen
Faris Knezek Phelps Victory
Farrington Kosowski Poleski Walsh
Forlini Kowall Potvin Yanez
Foster Kurtz Price Yonker
Franz LaFontaine Pscholka Zemke
Geiss Lamonte Rendon Zorn
Nays—0
In The Chair: Walsh
Pursuant to Joint Rule 20, the full title of the act shall be inserted to read as follows:
“An act to provide for the registration, titling, sale, transfer, and regulation of certain vehicles operated upon the public highways of this state or any other place open to the general public or generally accessible to motor vehicles and distressed vehicles; to provide for the licensing of dealers; to provide for the examination, licensing, and control of operators and chauffeurs; to provide for the giving of proof of financial responsibility and security by owners and operators of vehicles; to provide for the imposition, levy, and collection of specific taxes on vehicles, and the levy and collection of sales and use taxes, license fees, and permit fees; to provide for the regulation and use of streets and highways; to create certain funds; to provide penalties and sanctions for a violation of this act; to provide for civil liability of manufacturers, the manufacturers of automated technology, upfitters, owners, and operators of vehicles and service of process on residents and nonresidents; to regulate the introduction and use of certain evidence; to provide for the levy of certain assessments; to provide for the enforcement of this act; to provide for the creation of and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies; to impose liability upon the state or local agencies; to provide appropriations for certain purposes; to repeal all other acts or parts of acts inconsistent with this act or contrary to this act; and to repeal certain parts of this act on a specific date,”
The House agreed to the full title.
House Bill No. 4298, entitled
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending sections 78f and 78i (MCL 211.78f and 211.78i), section 78f as amended by 2003 PA 263 and section 78i as amended by 2006 PA 611, and by adding section 78q.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 652 Yeas—75
Barnett Goike Leonard Rutledge
Bolger Graves Lori Schmidt
Brinks Haines Lund Schor
Brown Haugh Lyons Segal
Brunner Haveman MacGregor Shirkey
Bumstead Heise MacMaster Slavens
Cavanagh Hooker McBroom Smiley
Clemente Howrylak McCready Somerville
Cotter Jacobsen Muxlow Stamas
Crawford Jenkins Oakes Stanley
Daley Johnson Outman Switalski
Denby Kelly Pagel Townsend
Farrington Kivela Pettalia VerHeulen
Forlini Kowall Poleski Victory
Foster Kurtz Potvin Walsh
Franz LaFontaine Price Yanez
Geiss Lane Pscholka Zemke
Genetski Lauwers Rendon Zorn
Glardon LaVoy Rogers
Nays—33
Abed Faris Kosowski Roberts
Banks Greimel Lamonte Robinson
Callton Hobbs Lipton Santana
Cochran Hovey-Wright McCann Singh
Darany Irwin McMillin Stallworth
Dianda Kandrevas Nesbitt Talabi
Dillon Kesto O’Brien Tlaib
Driskell Knezek Phelps Yonker
Durhal
In The Chair: Walsh
The House agreed to the title of the bill.
Rep. Stamas moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
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The Speaker Pro Tempore called Associate Speaker Pro Tempore Cotter to the Chair.
Second Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 4725, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” by amending section 504 (MCL 380.504), as amended by 2011 PA 277 and by adding section 505b.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Heise moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 4, line 26, after “505B.” by striking out “IF” and inserting “(1) SUBJECT TO SUBSECTION (2), IF”.
2. Amend page 5, following line 26, by inserting:
“(2) A PUBLIC SCHOOL ACADEMY SHALL NOT OPERATE AS A RESIDENTIAL ACADEMY UNLESS THE PHYSICAL LOCATION WHERE THE RESIDENTIAL ACADEMY WILL OPERATE IS FIRST APPROVED BY THE CITY, VILLAGE, OR TOWNSHIP IN WHICH THAT PHYSICAL LOCATION IS LOCATED.”.
The motion did not prevail and the amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Rep. Shirkey moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
House Bill No. 5276, entitled
A bill to amend 2013 PA 240, entitled “Michigan state capitol historic site act,” by amending section 6 (MCL 4.1946).
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Driskell moved to substitute (H-1) the bill.
The motion did not prevail and the substitute (H-1) was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Rep. Lund moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
Senate Bill No. 940, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending section 717 (MCL 257.717), as amended by 2008 PA 539.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Shirkey moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
Senate Bill No. 52, entitled
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending section 27a (MCL 211.27a), as amended by 2012 PA 497.
Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-1) previously recommended by the Committee on Appropriations,
The substitute (H-1) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Shirkey moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
Senate Bill No. 1056, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 2120a.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Shirkey moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
Senate Bill No. 964, entitled
A bill to amend 1846 RS 1, entitled “Of the statutes,” by amending section 3t (MCL 8.3t).
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Shirkey moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
Senate Bill No. 965, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending sections 222 and 528a (MCL 750.222 and 750.528a), section 222 as amended by 2012 PA 242 and section 528a as added by 1986 PA 113.
Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-3) previously recommended by the Committee on Judiciary,
The substitute (H-3) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Johnson moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 2, following line 3, by inserting:
“(C) “BRANDISH” MEANS TO POINT, WAVE ABOUT, OR DISPLAY IN A THREATENING MANNER WITH THE INTENT TO INDUCE FEAR IN ANOTHER PERSON.” and relettering the remaining subdivisions.
The motion prevailed and the amendment was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Shirkey moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
Senate Bill No. 966, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 40102 and 43503 (MCL 324.40102 and 324.43503), section 40102 as amended by 2007 PA 48 and section 43503 as amended by 2012 PA 520.
Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-1) previously recommended by the Committee on Judiciary,
The substitute (H-1) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Shirkey moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
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Rep. Nathan entered the House Chambers.
Senate Bill No. 979, entitled
A bill to amend 1990 PA 319, entitled “An act to prohibit local units of government from imposing certain restrictions on the ownership, registration, purchase, sale, transfer, transportation, or possession of pistols or other firearms, ammunition for pistols or other firearms, or components of pistols or other firearms,” by amending sections 1, 2, 3, and 4 (MCL 123.1101, 123.1102, 123.1103, and 123.1104).
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Geiss moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 3, line 12, after “a” by striking out “city or a charter township” and inserting “LOCAL UNIT OF GOVERNMENT”.
2. Amend page 3, line 13, after “from” by striking out the balance of the line through “PROHIBITING” on line 14 and inserting “prohibiting”.
3. Amend page 3, line 14, after “pistol” by inserting a comma and “PNEUMATIC GUN,”.
4. Amend page 3, line 15, after “that” by striking out the balance of the line through “PROPERTY.” on line 24 and inserting “LOCAL UNIT OF GOVERNMENT. AN ORDINANCE SHALL NOT PROHIBIT THE DISCHARGE OF PNEUMATIC GUNS AT AUTHORIZED TARGET RANGES, ON OTHER PROPERTY WHERE FIREARMS MAY BE DISCHARGED, OR ON OR WITHIN PRIVATE PROPERTY WITH THE PERMISSION OF THE OWNER OR POSSESSOR OF THAT PROPERTY.”.
The motion did not prevail and the amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Rep. Shirkey moved to reconsider the vote by which the House did not adopt the amendments.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The question being on the adoption of the amendments offered previously by Rep. Geiss,
The amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Rep. Shirkey 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
Third Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 5408, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending section 33 (MCL 257.33), as amended by 2013 PA 36, and by adding section 7b.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 653 Yeas—102
Abed Geiss Lauwers Roberts
Banks Genetski LaVoy Rogers
Barnett Glardon Leonard Rutledge
Bolger Goike Lipton Santana
Brinks Graves Lori Schmidt
Brown Greimel Lund Schor
Brunner Haines Lyons Segal
Bumstead Haugh MacGregor Shirkey
Callton Haveman MacMaster Singh
Cavanagh Heise McCann Slavens
Clemente Hobbs McCready Smiley
Cochran Hovey-Wright McMillin Somerville
Cotter Irwin Muxlow Stallworth
Crawford Jacobsen Nathan Stamas
Daley Jenkins Nesbitt Stanley
Darany Johnson O’Brien Switalski
Denby Kandrevas Oakes Talabi
Dianda Kelly Outman Tlaib
Dillon Kesto Pagel Townsend
Driskell Kivela Pettalia VerHeulen
Durhal Knezek Phelps Walsh
Faris Kosowski Poleski Yanez
Farrington Kowall Potvin Yonker
Forlini LaFontaine Pscholka Zemke
Foster Lamonte Rendon Zorn
Franz Lane
Nays—7
Hooker Kurtz Price Victory
Howrylak McBroom Robinson
In The Chair: Walsh
The House agreed to the title of the bill.
House Bill No. 5409, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending sections 624a, 657, 660, 662, 901, and 907 (MCL 257.624a, 257.657, 257.660, 257.662, 257.901, and 257.907), section 624a as amended by 2012 PA 306, sections 657 and 662 as amended by 2002 PA 494, section 660 as amended by 2006 PA 339, and section 907 as amended by 2013 PA 35, and by adding sections 518a and 625p.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 654 Yeas—97
Abed Glardon Lauwers Rendon
Barnett Goike LaVoy Roberts
Bolger Graves Leonard Rogers
Brinks Greimel Lipton Rutledge
Brunner Haines Lori Santana
Bumstead Haugh Lund Schmidt
Callton Haveman Lyons Schor
Cavanagh Heise MacGregor Segal
Clemente Hobbs MacMaster Shirkey
Cochran Hovey-Wright McCann Singh
Cotter Irwin McCready Slavens
Crawford Jacobsen McMillin Smiley
Daley Jenkins Muxlow Somerville
Darany Johnson Nathan Stallworth
Denby Kandrevas Nesbitt Stamas
Dianda Kelly O’Brien Stanley
Dillon Kesto Oakes Switalski
Driskell Kivela Outman Tlaib
Faris Knezek Pagel Townsend
Farrington Kosowski Pettalia VerHeulen
Forlini Kowall Phelps Walsh
Foster LaFontaine Poleski Yanez
Franz Lamonte Potvin Yonker
Geiss Lane Pscholka Zorn
Genetski
Nays—12
Banks Hooker McBroom Talabi
Brown Howrylak Price Victory
Durhal Kurtz Robinson Zemke
In The Chair: Walsh
The question being on agreeing to the title of the bill,
Rep. Stamas moved to amend the title to read as follows:
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending sections 624a, 657, 660, 662, 901, and 907 (MCL 257.624a, 257.657, 257.660, 257.662, 257.901, and 257.907), section 624a as amended by 2012 PA 306, sections 657 and 662 as amended by 2002 PA 494, section 660 as amended by 2006 PA 339, and section 907 as amended by 2014 PA 303, and by adding sections 518a and 625p.
The motion prevailed.
The House agreed to the title as amended.
House Bill No. 5831, entitled
A bill to amend 1941 PA 122, entitled “An act to establish the revenue collection duties of the department of treasury; to prescribe its powers and duties as the revenue collection agency of this state; to prescribe certain powers and duties of the state treasurer; to establish the collection duties of certain other state departments for money or accounts owed to this state; to regulate the importation, stamping, and disposition of certain tobacco products; to provide for the transfer of powers and duties now vested in certain other state boards, commissions, departments, and offices; to prescribe certain duties of and require certain reports from the department of treasury; to provide procedures for the payment, administration, audit, assessment, levy of interests or penalties on, and appeals of taxes and tax liability; to prescribe its powers and duties if an agreement to act as agent for a city to administer, collect, and enforce the city income tax act on behalf of a city is entered into with any city; to provide an appropriation; to abolish the state board of tax administration; to prescribe penalties and provide remedies; and to declare the effect of this act,” by amending section 28 (MCL 205.28), as amended by 2014 PA 240.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 655 Yeas—109
Abed Glardon Lauwers Roberts
Banks Goike LaVoy Robinson
Barnett Graves Leonard Rogers
Bolger Greimel Lipton Rutledge
Brinks Haines Lori Santana
Brown Haugh Lund Schmidt
Brunner Haveman Lyons Schor
Bumstead Heise MacGregor Segal
Callton Hobbs MacMaster Shirkey
Cavanagh Hooker McBroom Singh
Clemente Hovey-Wright McCann Slavens
Cochran Howrylak McCready Smiley
Cotter Irwin McMillin Somerville
Crawford Jacobsen Muxlow Stallworth
Daley Jenkins Nathan Stamas
Darany Johnson Nesbitt Stanley
Denby Kandrevas O’Brien Switalski
Dianda Kelly Oakes Talabi
Dillon Kesto Outman Tlaib
Driskell Kivela Pagel Townsend
Durhal Knezek Pettalia VerHeulen
Faris Kosowski Phelps Victory
Farrington Kowall Poleski Walsh
Forlini Kurtz Potvin Yanez
Foster LaFontaine Price Yonker
Franz Lamonte Pscholka Zemke
Geiss Lane Rendon Zorn
Genetski
Nays—0
In The Chair: Walsh
The House agreed to the title of the bill.
Rep. Stamas moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
Comments and Recommendations
Rep. Segal:
“It has been an honor to join the 3rd Termers Club. We all don’t make it this far and it has been an honor. Except, I think we missed out on an opportunity. Just think if we really did collect a dollar for every time someone asked ‘What are you doing next?’ we might have been able to fix the road funding issue by now.
I feel sorry for those serving next term—it seems that having new ergonomically designed chairs directly correlates to much longer session times. But, as my fellow term limiters have discussed, these later night sessions do make it much easier to say ‘good-bye’.
It has been an honor to represent both the old and the new 62nd District. The home of Kelloggs, the 110 Air Wing, the Federal Center, Albion College, Albion’s Kids Museum and so much more. I thank my community for being able to serve for all 6 years. And I do have to say, in my six years in the House and my six years in the County Commission, I do have to say, I have not been bitten by a dog—not once.
When I was first elected to this Chamber, my daughter’s description of my job was that ‘mommy goes to meetings’. Well, that first term I did have a lot of meetings, but it was worth it to save the Michigan Youth Challenge Academy from closing due to budget cuts. This is a jewel in our state that helps kids that have gotten on the wrong path, get back on the right track. It literally has saved lives. I am proud of my work for MYCA and will be celebrating the graduation of Class 31 this Saturday. It’s a moving ceremony and I invite all of you to attend at least one during your tenure.
As my second term started, my daughter’s description of my job became ‘mommy helps people’. I can’t tell you how proud I was the day she shared that. Thanks to an incredible team, we have helped a man with a young family get the surgery for a new liver, helped Gloria finally get a scooter that actually works giving her back her mobility, and even sitting down with Larry before he passed so he could talk about what more we should be doing to help people die with dignity.
While helping the district is the most rewarding part of the job, I would be remiss if I didn’t thank a few people who made the days in Lansing a little more fun:
To Chairman Lund—it has been a pleasure sparring with you in Insurance. I didn’t think it would ever be possible to find anything that we would agree on, but we did. All I can say is to the drivers in Macomb and Calhoun counties—watch out.
To Speaker Pro-Tempore Walsh...I still object to your visual impairment and hope this parting gift will help. And please, do pass it on to Rep. Leonard so he doesn’t fall victim to the same visual complications that come with that position.
To Majority Floor Leader Stamas—it has truly been a pleasure to work with you and against you. You are the only man I have known that has shown so much interest in my footwear...but then again, I never knew just how much of my basketball skills I retained. It seems I can still check people, even if it is only into their desk.
To Chief Dickson—thank you for literally having my back. I don’t want to relive the day I turned around to find a group of State Troopers charging at me on the floor, but thank you for being in between them and me.
While there are many more colleagues to thank and acknowledge, the real work happens behind the scenes by the countless hours put in by staff.’
I have been blessed with a dedicated, passionate and witty staff during my tenure. They have sacrificed so much (let’s be real, we don’t pay the staff nearly as much as they deserve) to work on behalf of the 62nd District. I have been lucky to call them friends and now they are part of my family. They affectionately call themselves ‘Team Segal’ and I have been honored to have them working along side me.
To Jon Hansen—your sense of humor and breadth of experience was key to winning my second term. Your advice, even when not asked for, was almost always right and needed. You are still missed at Eggs and Issues.
To Travis Radina—my first hire. His job prior to working for me was video recording opponents. I figured if he could do that job, he could do anything...and I was right. Travis, you were my voice and my champion for five years and I can’t thank you enough. I am waiting for the day when ‘Team Segal’ will become ‘Team Radina’, but hate to say it, most of the team will never don the maize and blue.
To Gary Garbarino—thank you for making following the rules so much fun.
To Lisa Metcalf—you brought order to my life and made sure I didn’t let things slip, well, when I remembered to look at my calendar. And while most people have to deal with car troubles and illness, I will never forget getting calls that you were late because the cows were out…again.
To Ian Mays—you may have joined the team toward the end, but you were still invaluable. MYCA graduates will be able to thank you for years to come and I know you will be happy in your new job when you don’t have to schedule for 117 cadets.
To Annalisa Grunwald—you are brilliant and a dear friend. Who knew we could have so much fun discussing the ins and outs of insurance policies? And thank goodness you are now an attorney and we have attorney client privilege!
To Liz Kranz and Jeremy Herliczek (hur la check) —you both have always gone above and beyond. Liz your talent has made a brand of the Segal Red. And Jeremy you have captured my family in some of my favorite shots and your work will hold a place of honor in my home.
And I saved the best for last: my husband, Mike, and my daughter, Elise.
To my best friend and husband, Mike, I can’t thank you enough for helping me make my dream come true. He has rearranged his schedule too many times to count because of session, spent more ‘date nights’ at district events and spent more time patiently waiting for a constituent to finish their story so we could leave the grocery store, restaurant, etc. then I could possible count. It’s been an incredible 15 years and we are just warming up. Thank you for all you have done.
Elise was literally born into politics. Just hours after her birth the phones were ringing in Calhoun County because I wouldn’t make the County Commission meeting that night and some tried to remove me from Vice-Chair position. But even after years of seeing all the ugly parts of politics—the nasty robo calls, mailers, and the long hours Elise’s description of my job now includes the statement that ‘Mommy has the job I’m going to have one day’. And she hasn’t ruled out going to Washington, D.C. or Governor.
Yes, my time in this chamber is at a close, but if anyone starts messing with the Michigan Youth Challenge Academy—know that I will be back!
Thank you.”
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Rep. Olumba entered the House Chambers.
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The Speaker Pro Tempore called Associate Speaker Pro Tempore Cotter to the Chair.
By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of
Third Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 5960, entitled
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending section 78m (MCL 211.78m), as amended by 2006 PA 498.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 656 Yeas—108
Abed Genetski Lauwers Roberts
Banks Glardon LaVoy Robinson
Barnett Goike Leonard Rogers
Bolger Graves Lipton Rutledge
Brinks Greimel Lori Santana
Brown Haines Lund Schmidt
Brunner Haugh Lyons Schor
Bumstead Haveman MacGregor Segal
Callton Heise MacMaster Shirkey
Cavanagh Hobbs McBroom Singh
Clemente Hooker McCann Slavens
Cochran Hovey-Wright McCready Smiley
Cotter Irwin Muxlow Somerville
Crawford Jacobsen Nathan Stallworth
Daley Jenkins Nesbitt Stamas
Darany Johnson O’Brien Stanley
Denby Kandrevas Oakes Switalski
Dianda Kelly Olumba Talabi
Dillon Kesto Outman Tlaib
Driskell Kivela Pagel Townsend
Durhal Knezek Pettalia VerHeulen
Faris Kosowski Phelps Victory
Farrington Kowall Poleski Walsh
Forlini Kurtz Potvin Yanez
Foster LaFontaine Price Yonker
Franz Lamonte Pscholka Zemke
Geiss Lane Rendon Zorn
Nays—2
Howrylak McMillin
In The Chair: Cotter
The House agreed to the title of the bill.
Rep. Stamas moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
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The Speaker Pro Tempore resumed the Chair.
House Bill No. 4544, entitled
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” by amending section 527a (MCL 206.527a), as amended by 2011 PA 38.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 657 Yeas—92
Abed Geiss Lipton Rutledge
Banks Glardon Lori Santana
Barnett Greimel Lyons Schmidt
Bolger Haines MacGregor Schor
Brinks Haugh MacMaster Segal
Brown Haveman McBroom Shirkey
Brunner Heise McCann Singh
Bumstead Hobbs McCready Slavens
Callton Hovey-Wright Muxlow Smiley
Cavanagh Irwin Nathan Stallworth
Clemente Jacobsen O’Brien Stamas
Cochran Jenkins Oakes Stanley
Crawford Johnson Outman Switalski
Darany Kandrevas Pagel Talabi
Denby Kivela Phelps Tlaib
Dianda Knezek Poleski Townsend
Dillon Kosowski Potvin VerHeulen
Driskell Kowall Price Victory
Durhal Kurtz Pscholka Walsh
Faris LaFontaine Rendon Yanez
Farrington Lamonte Roberts Yonker
Forlini Lane Robinson Zemke
Foster LaVoy Rogers Zorn
Nays—17
Cotter Graves Kesto McMillin
Daley Hooker Lauwers Nesbitt
Franz Howrylak Leonard Pettalia
Genetski Kelly Lund Somerville
Goike
In The Chair: Cotter
The House agreed to the title of the bill.
Rep. Stamas moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
Reps. Barnett, Brunner, Faris, Geiss, Hovey-Wright, Kivela, Lipton, MacMaster, Phelps, Robinson, Rutledge, Schmidt, Schor, Singh, Smiley, Stanley, Talabi, Tlaib, Townsend, VerHeulen, Yanez and Zemke were named co‑sponsors of the bill.
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Rep. Hooker, having reserved the right to explain his protest against the passage of the bill, made the following statement:
“Mr. Speaker and members of the House:
While I support assurances of Home Heating Credits, this makes at least 25% of the money be spent on weatherizing. Federal programs to weatherize has been around for years and there was examples of fraud and waste in stimulas spending. This also ties up money for home heating that could be used for heating needs. This bill needed to change.”
Comments and Recommendations
Rep. Olumba:
“Miles Davis All Blues first released in 1959 on one of the greatest jazz albums of all time Kind of Blue. Opens in the middle of a room like a room in a building like the Parthenon where great philosophers reasoned, or maybe in a barbershop on a Saturday morning where the fellas gathered to kick it back and forth, or in a house like in a home, maybe in a living room or a dining room after dinner, or even in a house like this house like the Michigan House of representatives. Miles, Cannonball, and Coltrane on the trumpet, alto sax, tenor sax, help us to understand what discourse and reason is like, but end up giving us a peak at what it means to be a leader. Three leaders come together to discuss an issue of the day, the first one speaks and then the second and the third, all sound very convincing but it is clear that by the time the tenor sax speaks whose argument carries the day to most. Coltrane again. The deepness the volume of the tenor sax is too much to ignore. The piano Wynton Kelly closes everything out with the commentary declaring Coltrane virtues, propaganda. Somehow for someone like me I just knew that what one of the saxophones had said would be what people and the media talk about. The one you expect to hear the one everyone is repeating and since everyone has been programmed to group think everyone declares this answer as correct. Miles is masterful in this piece because through the composition one can see that the saxophones essentially repeat the same argument, they must, they are essentially the same instrument, and they simply play at differing pitches The trumpet played by Miles himself is less talked about, yet as understood by those who really understand music they know the trumpet carried the day. Miles Davis the trumpet player composed the song, what is the likelihood, that he composed the song in such a way that the trumpet was somehow off key.
I came here after law school, and after which I mopped floors in Starbucks while working to help the homeless men of Detroit, I grew up on the eastside of Detroit under pretty serious poverty and hard circumstances. It taught me real humility, not the sort of humility that people refer to when they accept an award and say I’m truly humbled. Coming from nothing proved to me that God’s grace is sufficient.
I ran into Sam Riddle at the gym when he first got out. He told me I’ve been following what you’ve been doing, the stuff is brilliant you’re pretty smart, you have to be careful though in politics because doing that will mean that at times you’ll find yourself too far out in front, like in front of the people. They won’t always understand what you are doing and folks will work that against you. I attempted to orchestrate a filibuster on the emergency manager stuff, which the Dems themselves because of inside politics blocked, and blew the opportunity, a year after I had initially proposed the filibuster, that Kate Segal called a nuclear option, the Dems tried to run the play, I saw it on Rachel Maddow, they didn’t run the play right. Poor leadership, and lack of skill; I just chuckled; an entire year to catch up, and you blow the play. When I left the Dems caucus more than a year back people called that crazy I said the party is erroneously moving away from its core at the urban center, has no real agenda for African American and minorities, that is a priority as shown by committees and appointments. Detroit one of the highest taxed places to live in the country, has no representation on tax policy, where there are no people of color there either, go figure, I’m sick of high taxes, we will see if Brian Banks can get Tim to correct that intentional mishap. Oh yeah, I digress, so I left the Dem caucus about two years back, this year 30 African American officials left the Dem caucus to form their own caucus in Missouri, that has a democratic governor, over the same arguments and issues I have been talking about. I’ve worked with them on some issues, they backed a republican for county exec in a Dem county, he lost by 2000 votes, a libertarian candidate ended up taking 7,000 votes, away from him, they almost made the difference. The democratic governor is still pressing in the same direction, hard of hearing. I can admit when I’m wrong though, without going to deep into it, I was wrong on some things as it pertained to the governor. I can understand now some of what he is trying to accomplish. I appreciated the fact that the emergency manager that he did appoint in Detroit was not of the same brand of local yokels that have been hanging around before; I think he did a fine Job handling the bankruptcy. Shout out to rick, the governor re—-elect. As I move into the rest of my speech and shout people out, I would take the time to note, that Rick did not start the idea of shouting people out, I’ll give him credit for trying to re-invent the shout out, for the rest of y’all, but we’ve been shouting out for a while now, and never really stopped where I’m from.
I was proud to be apart of the Detroit package, and closely involved in the negotiations, some people didn’t want me to be a part of that but God saw to it that my name is crystalized in history as someone who made a difference at a time when Detroit needed it most. And he worked through the Governor, Sally Durfee, the Speaker, and Speaker Pro-tem John Walsh special shout out to John and Sally on that one.
Shout out to Uncle Clemenza, I sat between he and Barb Byrum when I first came, I was intended to sit near the leadership, it was something that Rep. Womack had engineered and actually pulled it off, some of us had hit it off early and he wanted us all to sit near to where the influence would be. Shanelle Jackson in a random move grabbed that seat. I was supposed to sit with Harvey Santana. From seat 100 I would still impose an influence on the left side of the isle through various maneuvers and things. Uncle Clemenza always lended perspective, while Barb kept a record of the events and things said, it makes since that she would now be a clerk. We were right across the isle from the republican caucus and I would often speak over Barb to Joe Haav, and Kurt Heise, who at first I think never wanted to be seen in conversation with me. After all he’s been trying to get a hold of Detroit’s water system since they switched him off similac as a baby and he first tasted that fine DWSD product. He knew right then that he had just had to have it. Back then Ellen Lipton flanked my back right, we were fast hard friends still one of the only ones I would say I had while up here, that’s pretty deep huh, it’s amazing what this process will reveal to you. Still one of the smartest on the floor she definitely gets it, but getting it doesn’t always mean you do what is just and righteous with it.
My first term can be characterized by just saying I threw a series of right hand hay—- makers not many could handle. I even threw a couple at the speaker I think of anyone he handle them. I guess that is the cloth that showed why he is the speaker. Rick Hammel, Woodrow Stanley, Kate Segal, everyone hoped the haymakers would stop and that Womack would definitely be the one to do it, nearly the entire democratic establishment surely thought so, and they were wrong for like the millionth time. I never hit Womack with a haymaker however, I jabbed him. And to many peoples dismay I came back for a second term – to caucus with the Dems, which didn’t last long.
A lot of the stuff I did or said took courage, calling for investigations that, resulted in convictions and such, that sort of thing, when I came here I thought the place would be full of it, that was just a theory, in truth this place is dominated by fear, and I wanted no part of it. I’ve been knowing the 23rd Psalm my whole life, it all the sudden became real to me once elected, I prayed it so many times, the Lord is my shepherd I shall not want, He makes me to lie down in green pastures He leads me besides the still waters He restores my soul. He leads me down the path of righteousness for His name’s sake. Ye though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I will fear no evil for You are with me Thy rod and staff they comfort me You prepare the table before me in the presence of my enemies You anoint my head with oil my cup runs over. Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. I think God equipped me with a mechanism; I’ve seen it in my mother and my great uncle James Bevel, a well-known civil rights leader, in the day when folks were getting lynched and beaten and jailed not like today where they get their on TV shows. This mechanism, built in never allows any circumstance to faze that’s like a word often used in the hood, for ones stolid demeanor. Its synonyms with, deter daunt intimidate discourage upset shock or throw or confuse, I see all things working together for good no matter how others perceive it, it’s an unshakeable faith that God will prevail, and so will those who love him.
I’ll parenthetically insert the vow of silence I took which was in 2012 around this time. Shaved my head bald, stopped talking, I figured why should I; people seldom change each other’s minds up here through talking. One of the photos that survived that move was of me, standing at the desk of the speaker. We were passing notes, it was either he or someone else, but I remember writing, it’s okay, I’m only keeping silent, you can talk. That was the beginning of what I would say was one of the more fun and fulfilling friendships and relationships I’ve had while up here. My bad on that news reporter thing, thanks for holding me down, Jase, p.o.p. The speaker actually wanted to understand what I was trying to get at. He did understand it, it think, and once we came back after the break for the new session we’ve been making it clear ever since, Thanks for coming down to our city to the hood with big Harv. And for trying to push affordable insurance, making another appearance in the D. And proving, there is always room for intelligent people to reason and work together. I once told the speaker, the same thing I told the democratic leader. When he asked me what are you trying to accomplish and how can I help you, I said I have a few things, but the specifics are really insignificant, all I require is room to operate, I think speaker Jb – understood as a leader what that means, I don’t think Tim did or does, shot out to the black hand of politics, speaker James Bolger.
He helped me make a lot of first while here. Embracing my idea of independence, ratifying Joe Haav’s, decision to make me chairman on appropriations sub-committee, there were a lot of sour faces on that one, commentary etc. It’s where Brandon Dillon showed his true colors, we were friends just for the sake of telling good jokes. He was pissed I became chair. I know folks worked hard to marginalize the fact, but I take that as part of the process, Brandon said, but you never met, my response was, I never needed too, but the next person that comes after me who becomes chair by virtue of doing what they need to do to put their constituency in position will, this is just a start. Besides Brandon, I came here and served as chairman, you came here, and you will leave, even though you’ll have three terms, and you will never be able to say that. And it’s pretty much your fault since, you led the campaign team. Shot out to Joe Haav, he’s huge, I told him that I was the gap between Banana Republic and Old Navy and he took that and made something of it.
This time for session Marcia Wright screwed me out of my seat selection. I forget where I was at first but ended right back in the same spot as before in the proximity of Kurt Heise. A few others stepped up to the plate and bit the bullet for the many folks that didn’t want to sit next to me. They will never forgive me if I don’t tell you all quick story like a joke, I think we have time for a little story like a joke, I mean I’ve heard they agreed not to gavel people and give them all the time they needed for these farewells. I was thinking about speaking until January first and getting grandfathered into the next session, making history again, 111 members. So any ways, there is the black man, white woman, Puerto Rican man, and they are all sitting around this house, chilling, digging the scene, in walks an Indian man, middle eastern Indian, not like indigenous people Indian. Like curry and tandoori, not like trail of tears. He walks in, and the three, black, white and Puerto Rican were talking basketball, like old school basketball, the Puerto Rican says to the black guy, you remember the finger roll, like you know when Kareem Abdul Jabar used to get up like he was going to dunk and then he would just lay the ball in there, it was like a move that showed that he could finesse it. The black guy responds, you’re asking me if I remember the finger roll? My uncle on my momma side, brothers, cousin helped Kareem to invent the finger roll they used to hoop over on the eastside of Detroit in the old black bottom. The Puerto Rican laughed the white women who was actually around back then, and spent time in that area doing criminal defense work came to the black man’s aid, no, he’s telling the truth I was around back then, they invented the finger roll, as a finesse move in black bottom, it was intended to show that the black man, who could easily dunk and score on anyone, could switch it up and finger roll if necessary. The Indian guy sits down he’s like, what are you guys talking about, the Puerto Rican says you wouldn’t understand, plus its probably something you’re better off not hearing about. The black testing the limits says, no he can hear about it, and tell him they are talking about the finger roll that his cousin on his daddy’s momma’s side invented with Kareem back in the day, the Indian looked puzzled, He said wait, what is a cousin’s, daddy’s baby momma, the black guy says I didn’t say that I said nephew’s, cousin’s, niece’s father. But that’s neither here nor there. The white women jumps in and says het black man if you know so such about the finger roll maybe you can teach it to this Indian, the Puerto Rican says no way he can teach that to an Indian, their fingers are too short. The black guy says I can teach it to him lets make a wager, between us all, that I can do it. But I’ll need a little but of that Puerto Rican help and translation since I mean you guys both speak the romance languages. And I’m of Nigerian Igbo descent. Time went by and under the black mans tutelage the Indian learned a number of things. And then they took a long break in communication and they all came back together, the white woman asked, did he learn how to finger roll, the black man said, don’t ask me ask the Indian or the Puerto Rican, the Puerto Rican says I think we taught him, the white woman says how, it was impossible, the Indian looked up with a smile and said, you know I’m going to be the next floor leader right. They all busted out laughing symbolically finger rolling, to commiserate the event, the white woman asked but wait what did you guys exchange on the wager, she asked the Puerto Rican and the black man, they answered her, respect. Shout out to Big Harv, Sam Singh and Rose Mary. I had fun, Big Harv we’ve had some on’s and off’s, but I really respect you bro.
Sitting next to Kurt was different this time, I think we hit it off, we’ve had a great time he and I and Hooker, this situation is best summed up with an inside joke, in your neighborhood you may be used to brown squirrels, and its always surprising and even confusing the first time someone mentions a black squirrel sighting. But after the initial shock and confusion of you can move past the fact of new squirrels coming to town, it can be quite amusing to watch the more aggressive black squirrels chase around the other squirrels, and even some house cats, and at times stare down a dog. Shot out to Kurt and Hook.
The Black race is under pressure, and I see it as one of my convictions to relieve that pressure. Our numbers on everything that is harmful to people are very high. I was seriously discouraged the other day when a profound thought crossed my mind, it’s going to be very hard for us as a people to rebound, I mean close to impossible, and that’s why I pray a lot, anytime that some many peoples wellbeing is tied to your misery, you’ll find that it’s hard to get up, many people have a vested interest in you not standing on your own two feet. Social Worker, for instance, a fairly new occupation, I mean it wasn’t around when people had occupations like carpenter, or farmer. In all the Detroit schools we have hired 3 or four social workers, they get paid to help black kids through there miserable circumstance. I’ve seen kids placed in learning disabled, and have IEPS that were perfectly normal. Sometimes it’s like if Jerome isn’t good in math or reading, then he must be retarded he can’t be good at anything else. Oh my bad we pass a law banning that word. Was I here to vote on that? I look at the police force in Detroit, everyone is like we need more police, police jobs for anyone who wants one in Detroit, and black misery again gives way to more job prospects. We don’t need police, we need God, a renewed faith and re-uniting with him is the only force capable of stabilizing our community. We don’t have any teachers in Detroit, they all commute from elsewhere. Asian’s and Chaldeans should have a black misery appreciation day, they are selling fake hair, gas, and loose cigarettes to people all across Detroit that are hoping to catch a breath of fresh air. And making a fortune doing it. Fred Durhal, once argued against the closing of prison in Detroit, I wasn’t in disagreement with him per say, but his main argument was that the closing of the prison meant the loss of Jobs. I mean I hope you get the point. And that paternal attitude of the Democratic Party, and the conjured up pity on behalf of everyone isn’t helping. I’m sure you care so much about the poor little black kids that you have to counsel and get paid 50k a year to do that. If that kid wasn’t poor anymore, where else would you get paid 50k for coddling, I mean seriously, all the social workers and folks getting grant money to help in Detroit, and I haven’t seen any positive change. I’m glad that people receiving welfare from the state will be tested for drugs, I’m glad that welfare is now attached to student attendance, a bill that I introduced as a freshman legislator, and I’m glad that cash benefits are limited to four years. Grand ole party, Good on principles, GOP, keep going, you freed the slaves once, and you’ll do it again. Force us to drive these paid well-wishers from our communities, under the guise of the name democrat, it’s just so crazy how so many people want to come to our community to help young little black boys, we love so much and care about, but when one comes from that community who took the time out to be educated, gets a law degree and comes to Lansing to deal at arm’s length with you, to tell you about, and negotiate for the things that his community needs he can’t be heard, you marginalize him, because you know best what his folks need. Keep your pity, give us the respect. It’s like the kids used to say in the neighborhoods we grew up in, your not my momma or my daddy. What happened to all the love for the little black boy he can’t be heard when he earns a place across the table from you. Many nowadays hate to hear the name of God or see someone pray but love to see a homosexual black male sitting in their offices, so that they can help him. The experiment for exchanging Sigmund Freud for God in the black community has failed. Now everyone wants to help by punishing everyone who doesn’t agree with folk’s choice to be gay. To me seeing a guy dressed up as a girl is either going to be really funny or really sad? But I mean let’s make the observation and move on, but don’t offend me by comparing his journey to where panty hose to work because he feels more secure in them to Martin Luther King being assassinated or to my wife’s father being sprayed with hoses or bitten by dogs, or to my great uncles being jailed multiple times. Or to millions of people losing their lives to forced bondage and servitude. I’m exercising my right to freedom of speech btw, which is paramount; so don’t even think about blowing up my twitter, which I don’t check anyway.
I want the GOP to stick to principles, and I want African Americans to get back to our principles of once being an honorable and spiritual people, who wanted most to be right in front of God. When we have him we won’t need the Chaldean to sell us loose cigarettes or the Korean to sell us weave or the media and Hollywood and the music industry to sell us toxic rap music. I don’t digress, this is what I believe I came here for to make these things known and to begin working on these issues, and I am not going to stop.
Shout out to Fred Durhal, when he gave his speech he cried, I really couldn’t hear everything he was saying, and at first I was very cynical about that fact, that he was crying, then I thought about it, Fred is the Black dean of the legislature, that means something, my father never cried much when he was younger, in fact I never saw him cry even once, but I’ve seen him cry quite a few times in his old age. I think Fred is Old enough and wise enough to understand that time is so limited when it comes to trying to make a difference in this world that is so big. Older men cry in wisdom. It’s why I’ve brought my father here today and my wife. So you can see what holds me together, and also as proof to you that I have no intentions of throwing in the towel, I’m too young. Sam Singh asked me, what am I going to do now, am I going to be okay sort of, I sensed a little cynicism coming from him, he was saying, really, how I took a lot of votes that from his perspective were wrong and I lost an election because of it, now it’s like my career is over early, Woodrow Stanley pretty much told me the same thing when I was new here, he told me the short raunchy story about the old bull and the young bull and the cows, and stuff, ended it by saying, all I’m saying John is that you don’t want to crash and burn fast so keep that in mind. The illogical and erroneous things that people told me while I was here, one politician told me when I first came words that he lived by while he has been here, I guess he thought its sounds smart, he said someone told me if you came in here and you leave the same way without changing then you did it right. He said that that’s how he approached this process, I’m thinking to myself what type of ignorance is that. You mean you come to a place like this with a wealth of knowledge at your disposal, to the seat of decision making in this state, and you say that you don’t change at all, that means you don t grow? My response is thanks but no thanks, I’ll keep pressing forward with all deliberate speed, down the hill or rather up, and as you all can see by the tight fit of this Brooks Brothers suit, I have no problem growing, and changing. Getting back to Sam, my response to Sam was, since I perceived he wasn’t coming from the best place, Sam you don’t need to worry about what I do next, it’ll be something, indeed something worth talking about, the same as what I’ve done while I was here, a number of things I’ve done have kept the place buzzing, made history in a few instances. And further more, I came here at 29, I’m leaving here at 33, I sat in this house prior to you sitting in this house, so by many counts, something I’ve been doing got me here quite a bit faster than you after all your at least ten years older than me. And now I’m leaving and you’re still here, what’s the likelihood that I’m going to somehow change what I’ve been doing that has taken me to places where people have told me since I was a poor boy on the eastside of Detroit that I will never get to, I’m going to take the same advice I gave to the GOP, I’m going to keep going. Shout out to my dad who personally invested himself in my mother and me and sisters, who couldn’t be here. Shout out to my wife, look at her, she’s the one who tells me to keep going who prays for me and strengthens me, she’s an animal, she’s tenacious, but loving and gentle and understanding, for most men in here, if a woman such as my wife told you to keep going. What’s the likelihood that you are going to stop? It’s because I love God and I love my wife, and I love my four children, who have to live in this society, that I am going to keep going. I am grateful to God for the time he had me spend here but now it’s time for me to go.
Miles Davis and his masterpiece, helps me to understand a lot of what happens in our society. Propaganda, pushing certain views to the front, lifting certain people up to the top, because they carry the sexiness of the alto or tenor sax, push other views no matter how correct to the side. Miles was expressing this in all blues; he understood that although one maybe correct within the discourse that does not mean that his opinion will be heard or carry the day, especially if there is an overarching counter agenda. I guess that’s why he called it the blues, all blues, it can be discouraging. What I like about Miles though, it that he never let that get him down, you see Miles would frequently play the horn with his back to the crowd, he was fulfilling his purpose in God when he played, when he registered his opinion, the rest of us never really care what the crowds thinks, we aren’t playing for your applause. The applause of the crowd here on earth. Some of you all should try it sometime it’s called courage. Those of us with it are playing for a different reason. For me it is a reason that is as simple as fulfilling ones purpose under God, so that one day he can say well done. God bless us all.”
By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of
Third Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 5961, entitled
A bill to amend 1965 PA 314, entitled “Public employee retirement system investment act,” by amending section 13g (MCL 38.1133g), as added by 2014 PA 185.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 658 Yeas—108
Abed Genetski Lane Rendon
Banks Glardon Lauwers Roberts
Barnett Goike LaVoy Rogers
Bolger Graves Leonard Rutledge
Brinks Greimel Lipton Santana
Brown Haines Lori Schmidt
Brunner Haugh Lund Schor
Bumstead Haveman Lyons Segal
Callton Heise MacGregor Shirkey
Cavanagh Hobbs MacMaster Singh
Clemente Hooker McBroom Slavens
Cochran Hovey-Wright McCann Smiley
Cotter Howrylak McCready Somerville
Crawford Irwin McMillin Stallworth
Daley Jacobsen Muxlow Stamas
Darany Jenkins Nesbitt Stanley
Denby Johnson O’Brien Switalski
Dianda Kandrevas Oakes Talabi
Dillon Kelly Olumba Tlaib
Driskell Kesto Outman Townsend
Durhal Kivela Pagel VerHeulen
Faris Knezek Pettalia Victory
Farrington Kosowski Phelps Walsh
Forlini Kowall Poleski Yanez
Foster Kurtz Potvin Yonker
Franz LaFontaine Price Zemke
Geiss Lamonte Pscholka Zorn
Nays—2
Nathan Robinson
In The Chair: Walsh
The House agreed to the title of the bill.
Rep. Stamas moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
House Bill No. 5822, entitled
A bill to amend 1895 PA 161, entitled “An act to require county treasurers to furnish transcripts and abstracts of records, and fixing the fees to be paid therefor,” by amending section 1 (MCL 48.101), as amended by 1984 PA 291.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 659 Yeas—110
Abed Glardon LaVoy Roberts
Banks Goike Leonard Robinson
Barnett Graves Lipton Rogers
Bolger Greimel Lori Rutledge
Brinks Haines Lund Santana
Brown Haugh Lyons Schmidt
Brunner Haveman MacGregor Schor
Bumstead Heise MacMaster Segal
Callton Hobbs McBroom Shirkey
Cavanagh Hooker McCann Singh
Clemente Hovey-Wright McCready Slavens
Cochran Howrylak McMillin Smiley
Cotter Irwin Muxlow Somerville
Crawford Jacobsen Nathan Stallworth
Daley Jenkins Nesbitt Stamas
Darany Johnson O’Brien Stanley
Denby Kandrevas Oakes Switalski
Dianda Kelly Olumba Talabi
Dillon Kesto Outman Tlaib
Driskell Kivela Pagel Townsend
Durhal Knezek Pettalia VerHeulen
Faris Kosowski Phelps Victory
Farrington Kowall Poleski Walsh
Forlini Kurtz Potvin Yanez
Foster LaFontaine Price Yonker
Franz Lamonte Pscholka Zemke
Geiss Lane Rendon Zorn
Genetski Lauwers
Nays—0
In The Chair: Walsh
The House agreed to the title of the bill.
Rep. Stamas moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
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The Speaker Pro Tempore called Associate Speaker Pro Tempore Cotter to the Chair.
House Bill No. 5862, entitled
A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled “The insurance code of 1956,” by amending sections 102, 2227, and 2845 (MCL 500.102, 500.2227, and 500.2845), section 102 as amended by 2000 PA 252, section 2227 as added by 1998 PA 217, and section 2845 as amended by 1998 PA 216.
The bill was read a third time.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
Rep. Price moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 8, line 6, after “PERIOD,” by striking out the balance of the line through “PROPERTY,” on line 9.
2. Amend page 8, line 10, after “MAY” by inserting “USE THE POLICY PROCEEDS TO”.
3. Amend page 8, line 10, after “PAY” by striking out the first “THE” and inserting “ANY SUBSEQUENT”.
4. Amend page 19, line 19, after “PERIOD,” by striking out the balance of the line through “PROPERTY,” on line 22.
5. Amend page 19, line 23, after “MAY” by inserting “USE THE POLICY PROCEEDS TO”.
6. Amend page 19, line 23, after “PAY” by striking out the first “THE” and inserting “ANY SUBSEQUENT”.
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. 660 Yeas—97
Abed Graves Lori Rogers
Banks Haines Lund Rutledge
Bolger Haugh Lyons Santana
Brinks Haveman MacGregor Schmidt
Brown Heise MacMaster Schor
Brunner Hobbs McBroom Segal
Bumstead Hovey-Wright McCann Shirkey
Callton Irwin McCready Singh
Cavanagh Jacobsen Muxlow Slavens
Clemente Jenkins Nathan Smiley
Cochran Kandrevas Nesbitt Stallworth
Cotter Kesto O’Brien Stamas
Crawford Kivela Oakes Stanley
Daley Knezek Olumba Switalski
Darany Kosowski Outman Talabi
Denby Kowall Pagel Tlaib
Dillon Kurtz Pettalia Townsend
Driskell LaFontaine Phelps VerHeulen
Durhal Lamonte Poleski Victory
Faris Lane Potvin Walsh
Farrington Lauwers Price Yanez
Forlini LaVoy Pscholka Yonker
Foster Leonard Rendon Zemke
Geiss Lipton Roberts Zorn
Glardon
Nays—13
Barnett Goike Howrylak McMillin
Dianda Greimel Johnson Robinson
Franz Hooker Kelly Somerville
Genetski
In The Chair: Cotter
The House agreed to the title of the bill.
Rep. Stamas moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
Senate Bill No. 527, entitled
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending section 2529 (MCL 600.2529), as amended by 2009 PA 239.
The bill was read a third time.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
Rep. Kurtz moved to substitute (H-2) the bill.
The motion was seconded and the substitute (H-2) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
Rep. Stamas moved that consideration of the bill be postponed temporarily.
The motion prevailed.
Senate Bill No. 845, entitled
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 1 of chapter IV (MCL 764.1), as amended by 2004 PA 318.
The bill was read a third time.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
Rep. Cotter moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 2, line 20, after “made” by inserting “AND AN ARREST WARRANT MAY BE ISSUED”.
2. Amend page 3, following line 13, by inserting:
“(5) A JUDGE OR DISTRICT COURT MAGISTRATE MAY SIGN AN ELECTRONICALLY OR ELECTROMAGNETICALLY ISSUED ARREST WARRANT WHEN HE OR SHE IS AT ANY LOCATION IN THIS STATE.”.
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. 661 Yeas—97
Abed Genetski Lauwers Pscholka
Barnett Glardon LaVoy Rendon
Bolger Goike Leonard Roberts
Brinks Graves Lipton Rogers
Brown Haines Lori Rutledge
Brunner Haugh Lund Schmidt
Bumstead Haveman Lyons Segal
Callton Heise MacGregor Shirkey
Cavanagh Hobbs MacMaster Singh
Clemente Hooker McBroom Slavens
Cochran Hovey-Wright McCann Smiley
Cotter Jacobsen McCready Somerville
Crawford Jenkins Muxlow Stamas
Daley Johnson Nesbitt Stanley
Darany Kandrevas O’Brien Switalski
Denby Kelly Oakes Tlaib
Dianda Kesto Olumba Townsend
Dillon Kivela Outman VerHeulen
Driskell Kosowski Pagel Victory
Faris Kowall Pettalia Walsh
Farrington Kurtz Phelps Yanez
Forlini LaFontaine Poleski Yonker
Foster Lamonte Potvin Zemke
Franz Lane Price Zorn
Geiss
Nays—13
Banks Irwin Nathan Schor
Durhal Knezek Robinson Stallworth
Greimel McMillin Santana Talabi
Howrylak
In The Chair: Cotter
Pursuant to Joint Rule 20, the full title of the act shall be inserted to read as follows:
“An act to revise, consolidate, and codify the laws relating to criminal procedure and to define the jurisdiction, powers, and duties of courts, judges, and other officers of the court under the provisions of this act; to provide laws relative to the rights of persons accused of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for the arrest of persons charged with or suspected of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for bail of persons arrested for or accused of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for the examination of persons accused of criminal offenses; to regulate the procedure relative to grand juries, indictments, informations, and proceedings before trial; to provide for trials of persons complained of or indicted for criminal offenses and ordinance violations and to provide for the procedure in those trials; to provide for judgments and sentences of persons convicted of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to establish a sentencing commission and to prescribe its powers and duties; to provide for procedure relating to new trials and appeals in criminal and ordinance violation cases; to provide a uniform system of probation throughout this state and the appointment of probation officers; to prescribe the powers, duties, and compensation of probation officers; to provide penalties for the violation of the duties of probation officers; to provide for procedure governing proceedings to prevent crime and proceedings for the discovery of crime; to provide for fees of officers, witnesses, and others in criminal and ordinance violation cases; to set forth miscellaneous provisions as to criminal procedure in certain cases; to provide penalties for the violation of certain provisions of this act; and to repeal all acts and parts of acts inconsistent with or contravening any of the provisions of this act,”
The House agreed to the full title.
Rep. Stamas moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
Senate Bill No. 931, entitled
A bill to amend 1966 PA 189, entitled “An act to provide procedures for making complaints for, obtaining, executing and returning search warrants; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts,” by amending sections 1, 3, and 5 (MCL 780.651, 780.653, and 780.655), section 1 as amended by 2009 PA 11, section 3 as amended by 1988 PA 80, and section 5 as amended by 2002 PA 112.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 662 Yeas—96
Abed Genetski Lauwers Pscholka
Barnett Glardon LaVoy Rendon
Bolger Goike Leonard Roberts
Brinks Graves Lipton Rogers
Brown Haines Lori Rutledge
Brunner Haugh Lund Schmidt
Bumstead Haveman Lyons Segal
Callton Heise MacGregor Shirkey
Cavanagh Hobbs MacMaster Singh
Clemente Hooker McBroom Slavens
Cochran Hovey-Wright McCann Smiley
Cotter Jacobsen McCready Somerville
Crawford Jenkins Muxlow Stamas
Daley Johnson Nesbitt Stanley
Darany Kandrevas O’Brien Switalski
Denby Kelly Oakes Tlaib
Dillon Kesto Olumba Townsend
Driskell Kivela Outman VerHeulen
Faris Kosowski Pagel Victory
Farrington Kowall Pettalia Walsh
Forlini Kurtz Phelps Yanez
Foster LaFontaine Poleski Yonker
Franz Lamonte Potvin Zemke
Geiss Lane Price Zorn
Nays—14
Banks Howrylak Nathan Schor
Dianda Irwin Robinson Stallworth
Durhal Knezek Santana Talabi
Greimel McMillin
In The Chair: Cotter
The House agreed to the title of the bill.
Rep. Stamas moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
Senate Bill No. 932, entitled
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending sections 8512, 8512a, and 8513 (MCL 600.8512, 600.8512a, and 600.8513), section 8512 as amended by 1995 PA 54, section 8512a as added by 1984 PA 278, and section 8513 as amended by 2008 PA 95.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 663 Yeas—98
Abed Genetski LaVoy Rendon
Barnett Glardon Leonard Roberts
Bolger Goike Lipton Rogers
Brinks Graves Lori Rutledge
Brown Haines Lund Schmidt
Brunner Haugh Lyons Schor
Bumstead Haveman MacGregor Segal
Callton Heise MacMaster Shirkey
Cavanagh Hobbs McBroom Singh
Clemente Hooker McCann Slavens
Cochran Hovey-Wright McCready Smiley
Cotter Jacobsen Muxlow Somerville
Crawford Jenkins Nesbitt Stamas
Daley Johnson O’Brien Stanley
Darany Kandrevas Oakes Switalski
Denby Kelly Olumba Tlaib
Dianda Kesto Outman Townsend
Dillon Kivela Pagel VerHeulen
Driskell Kosowski Pettalia Victory
Faris Kowall Phelps Walsh
Farrington Kurtz Poleski Yanez
Forlini LaFontaine Potvin Yonker
Foster Lamonte Price Zemke
Franz Lane Pscholka Zorn
Geiss Lauwers
Nays—12
Banks Howrylak McMillin Santana
Durhal Irwin Nathan Stallworth
Greimel Knezek Robinson Talabi
In The Chair: Cotter
Pursuant to Joint Rule 20, the full title of the act shall be inserted to read as follows:
“An act to revise and consolidate the statutes relating to the organization and jurisdiction of the courts of this state; the powers and duties of the courts, and of the judges and other officers of the courts; the forms and attributes of civil claims and actions; the time within which civil actions and proceedings may be brought in the courts; pleading, evidence, practice, and procedure in civil and criminal actions and proceedings in the courts; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to provide remedies and penalties for the violation of certain provisions of this act; to repeal all acts and parts of acts inconsistent with or contravening any of the provisions of this act; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,”
The House agreed to the full title.
Rep. Stamas moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
Senate Bill No. 695, entitled
A bill to amend 1867 PA 35, entitled “Nonprofit street railway act,” by amending section 7 (MCL 472.7), as amended by 2008 PA 481.
The bill was read a third time.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
Rep. Stamas moved that consideration of the bill be postponed temporarily.
The motion prevailed.
Second Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 5951, entitled
A bill to regulate transportation network companies in this state; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state officers and entities; to prescribe penalties and provide remedies; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-3) previously recommended by the Committee on Energy and Technology,
The substitute (H-3) was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Rep. Kelly moved to substitute (H-4) the bill.
The motion prevailed and the substitute (H-4) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. LaVoy moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 11, line 15, after “government” by striking out “shall not” and inserting “may”.
2. Amend page 11, line 16, after “company” by striking out the balance of the section and inserting “or a transportation network company driver.”.
The motion did not prevail and the amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Rep. Schor moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 11, line 15, by striking out all of section 11 and inserting:
“Sec. 11. (1) This act does not prohibit a municipality or a group of municipalities that form an authority to regulate transportation network companies under the municipal partnership act, 2011 PA 258, MCL 124.111 to 124.123, or the public transportation authority act, 1986 PA 196, MCL 124.451 to 124.479, from adopting a rule, ordinance, or resolution that is more restrictive than this act.
(2) A municipality or group of municipalities described in subsection (1) may impose a reasonable fee to recover the costs of administering the registration or licensing of transportation network companies or transportation network company drivers.”.
The motion did not prevail and the amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Rep. Yanez moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 9, following line 8, by inserting:
“(g) Notify a transportation network company driver if that driver’s vehicle is subject to a recall. If the transportation network company driver does not repair the vehicle within 30 days after being notified by the transportation network company that the vehicle is subject to a recall, the transportation network company shall remove the transportation network company driver from its roster.”.
The motion did not prevail and the amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Rep. Kelly moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 3, line 18, after “application” by inserting “in a form prescribed by the department”.
2. Amend page 9, following line 8, by inserting:
“(g) Certify annually that it has complied with section 3(f), (g), and (h) during the 1-year period prior to the certification.
(h) Maintain the information required by section 3(d), (f), (g), and (h) for each transportation network company driver while he or she uses the transportation network company platform and for a period of 1 year after the transportation network company driver last accesses the transportation network company platform.”.
3. Amend page 10, following line 25, by inserting:
“(2) A transportation network company shall maintain a roster of transportation network company drivers used by that transportation network company, categorized by geographic location, and shall submit the roster in electronic format to the department upon request. The roster required by this subsection shall contain all of the following information for each transportation network company driver:
(a) The transportation network company driver’s full legal name.
(b) The transportation network company driver’s operator’s license number.
(c) The vehicle identification number and registration plate number for each vehicle used by the transportation network company driver for transportation network company activities.
(3) The roster described in subsection (2) and any other information that a transportation network company is required to make available to the department under this act is confidential and proprietary information, regardless of whether it is marked as such, and shall not be disclosed to any person without the transportation network company’s express written permission.
(4) The information described in subsection (3) is exempt from disclosure under the freedom of information act, 1976 PA 442, MCL 15.231 to 15.246, or other applicable law.
(5) If the department receives a request for the information described in subsection (3) under the freedom of information act, 1976 PA 442, MCL 15.231 to 15.246, or any other applicable law, the department shall notify the transportation network company of that request within 3 business days of receipt of the request. The department shall withhold the information described in subsection (3) from disclosure under any available bases under the freedom of information act, 1976 PA 442, MCL 15.231 to 15.246, including section 13(1)(d) and (f) of the freedom of information act, 1976 PA 442, MCL 15.243, or other applicable law.
(6) If a lawsuit is filed seeking the public release of the information described in subsection (3), the department shall continue to withhold the information until all appeals are exhausted and it receives a final judgment ordering the release of that information. If the department is required to release the information described in subsection (3), the department shall redact any personal or confidential business information from the records to the extent it is consistent with applicable law and the final judgment.” and renumbering the remaining subsections.
The motion prevailed and the amendments were adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Switalski moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 4, line 18, after “driver.” by inserting “In every instance where insurance maintained by a transportation network company driver to fulfill the insurance requirements of this section has lapsed, failed to provide the required coverage, denied a claim for the required coverage or otherwise ceased to exist, insurance maintained by a transportation network company shall provide the coverage required by this section beginning with the first dollar of a claim.”.
The motion prevailed and the amendment was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Lipton moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 3, line 27, after “minimum” by striking out the balance of the sentence and inserting “of $1,000,000 per claim and $3,000,000 per occurrence.”.
2. Amend page 4, following line 5, by inserting:
“(iii) Both uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage as provided in section 3(a)(i).”.
The motion did not prevail and the amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Rep. Kelly moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
Rep. Stamas moved that the bill be placed on its immediate passage.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of
Third Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 5951, entitled
A bill to regulate transportation network companies in this state; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state officers and entities; to prescribe penalties and provide remedies; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
The bill was read a third time.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
Rep. Stamas moved that consideration of the bill be postponed temporarily.
The motion prevailed.
Second Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 5667, entitled
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending section 4 (MCL 168.4), as amended by 2012 PA 523 and by adding section 771a.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Lyons moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
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Rep. Stamas moved that House Committees be given leave to meet during the balance of today’s session.
The motion prevailed.
By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of
Motions and Resolutions
Rep. Stamas moved that when the House adjourns today it stand adjourned until Thursday, December 11, at 10:00 a.m.
The motion prevailed.
Announcement by the Clerk of Printing and Enrollment
The Clerk announced the enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor on Wednesday, December 10, for his approval of the following bill:
Enrolled House Bill No. 4998 at 1:44 p.m.
The Clerk announced that the following Senate bills had been received on Wednesday, December 10:
Senate Bill Nos. 1062 1098
Reports of Standing Committees
The Committee on Tax Policy, by Rep. Farrington, Chair, reported
Senate Bill No. 1007, entitled
A bill to amend 1954 PA 188, entitled “An act to provide for the making of certain improvements by townships; to provide for paying for the improvements by the issuance of bonds; to provide for the levying of taxes; to provide for assessing the whole or a part of the cost of improvements against property benefited; and to provide for the issuance of bonds in anticipation of the collection of special assessments and for the obligation of the township on the bonds,” by amending sections 7, 8, and 9a (MCL 41.727, 41.728, and 41.729a), section 7 as amended by 1986 PA 180 and section 9a as amended by 1995 PA 139.
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. Farrington, O’Brien, Cotter, Lyons, Nesbitt, Price, Somerville, Kelly, Barnett, Switalski, LaVoy and Townsend
Nays: None
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Farrington, Chair, of the Committee on Tax Policy, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Wednesday, December 10, 2014
Present: Reps. Farrington, O’Brien, Genetski, Cotter, Lyons, Nesbitt, Price, Somerville, Kelly, Barnett, Switalski, LaVoy and Townsend
Absent: Reps. Foster and Haugh
Excused: Reps. Foster and Haugh
The Committee on Commerce, by Rep. Foster, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 6079, entitled
A bill to amend 2008 PA 551, entitled “Uniform securities act (2002),” by amending section 453 (MCL 451.2453), as added by 2014 PA 355.
Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.
The bill was referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Foster, Zorn, Haines, Schmidt, Farrington, Glardon, Johnson, Somerville, Outman, Kelly, Leonard, Switalski, Barnett, Townsend, Santana, Driskell and Yanez
Nays: None
The Committee on Commerce, by Rep. Foster, Chair, reported
Senate Bill No. 427, entitled
A bill to amend 1936 (Ex Sess) PA 1, entitled “Michigan employment security act,” by amending section 43 (MCL 421.43), as amended by 2004 PA 243.
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. Foster, Zorn, Haines, Schmidt, Farrington, Glardon, Johnson, Nesbitt, Somerville, Outman, Kelly, Leonard, Switalski, Barnett, Townsend, Santana, Driskell and Yanez
Nays: None
The Committee on Commerce, by Rep. Foster, Chair, reported
Senate Bill No. 852, entitled
A bill to amend 1974 PA 198, entitled “An act to provide for the establishment of plant rehabilitation districts and industrial development districts in local governmental units; to provide for the exemption from certain taxes; to levy and collect a specific tax upon the owners of certain facilities; to impose and provide for the disposition of an administrative fee; to provide for the disposition of the tax; to provide for the obtaining and transferring of an exemption certificate and to prescribe the contents of those certificates; to prescribe the powers and duties of the state tax commission and certain officers of local governmental units; and to provide penalties,” by amending section 9 (MCL 207.559), as amended by 2012 PA 490.
Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.
The bill was referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Foster, Zorn, Haines, Schmidt, Farrington, Glardon, Johnson, Somerville, Outman, Kelly, Leonard, Switalski, Barnett, Townsend, Santana, Driskell and Yanez
Nays: None
The Committee on Commerce, by Rep. Foster, Chair, reported
Senate Bill No. 962, entitled
A bill to amend 1974 PA 198, entitled “An act to provide for the establishment of plant rehabilitation districts and industrial development districts in local governmental units; to provide for the exemption from certain taxes; to levy and collect a specific tax upon the owners of certain facilities; to impose and provide for the disposition of an administrative fee; to provide for the disposition of the tax; to provide for the obtaining and transferring of an exemption certificate and to prescribe the contents of those certificates; to prescribe the powers and duties of the state tax commission and certain officers of local governmental units; and to provide penalties,” by amending section 7 (MCL 207.557), as amended by 2013 PA 85.
Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.
The bill was referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Foster, Zorn, Haines, Schmidt, Farrington, Glardon, Johnson, Somerville, Outman, Kelly, Leonard, Switalski, Barnett, Townsend, Santana, Driskell and Yanez
Nays: None
The Committee on Commerce, by Rep. Foster, Chair, reported
Senate Bill No. 1074, entitled
A bill to amend 1966 PA 331, entitled “Community college act of 1966,” by amending sections 161, 162, and 164 (MCL 389.161, 389.162, and 389.164), as added by 2008 PA 359; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.
The bill was referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Foster, Zorn, Haines, Schmidt, Farrington, Glardon, Johnson, Nesbitt, Somerville, Outman, Kelly, Leonard, Switalski, Barnett, Townsend, Santana, Driskell and Yanez
Nays: None
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Foster, Chair, of the Committee on Commerce, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Wednesday, December 10, 2014
Present: Reps. Foster, Zorn, Haines, Schmidt, Farrington, Glardon, Johnson, Nesbitt, Somerville, Outman, Kelly, Leonard, Switalski, Barnett, Townsend, Santana, Driskell and Yanez
Absent: Rep. Oakes
Excused: Rep. Oakes
The Committee on Appropriations, by Rep. Haveman, Chair, reported
Senate Bill No. 974, entitled
A bill to amend 1939 PA 288, entitled “Probate code of 1939,” by amending section 2 of chapter XIIA (MCL 712A.2), as amended by 2014 PA 342.
Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.
The bill was referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Haveman, Pscholka, Kowall, Lori, Rogers, Stamas, Walsh, Bumstead, Forlini, MacGregor, MacMaster, Jenkins, Muxlow, Poleski, Potvin, McCready, VerHeulen, Shirkey, Tlaib, Brown, Durhal, McCann, Dillon, Roberts, Faris, Zemke and Singh
Nays: None
The Committee on Appropriations, by Rep. Haveman, Chair, reported
Senate Bill No. 975, entitled
A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled “The social welfare act,” by amending section 117a (MCL 400.117a), as amended by 2014 PA 304.
Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.
The bill was referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Haveman, Pscholka, Kowall, Lori, Rogers, Stamas, Walsh, Bumstead, Forlini, MacGregor, MacMaster, Jenkins, Muxlow, Poleski, Potvin, McCready, VerHeulen, Shirkey, Brown, Durhal, McCann, Dillon, Roberts, Faris, Zemke and Singh
Nays: None
The Committee on Appropriations, by Rep. Haveman, Chair, reported
Senate Bill No. 1086, entitled
A bill to amend 1974 PA 150, entitled “Youth rehabilitation services act,” by amending section 5 (MCL 803.305), as amended by 1998 PA 517.
Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.
The bill was referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Haveman, Pscholka, Kowall, Lori, Rogers, Stamas, Walsh, Bumstead, Forlini, MacGregor, MacMaster, Jenkins, Muxlow, Poleski, Potvin, McCready, VerHeulen, Shirkey, Brown, Durhal, McCann, Dillon, Roberts, Faris, Zemke and Singh
Nays: None
The Committee on Appropriations, by Rep. Haveman, Chair, reported
Senate Bill No. 1088, entitled
A bill to amend 1966 PA 331, entitled “Community college act of 1966,” by amending section 142 (MCL 389.142), as amended by 2012 PA 153.
Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.
The bill was referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Haveman, Pscholka, Kowall, Lori, Rogers, Stamas, Walsh, Bumstead, MacGregor, MacMaster, Jenkins, Muxlow, Poleski, Potvin, McCready, VerHeulen, Shirkey, Tlaib, Brown, Durhal, McCann, Dillon, Roberts, Kandrevas, Faris and Singh
Nays: None
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Haveman, Chair, of the Committee on Appropriations, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Wednesday, December 10, 2014
Present: Reps. Haveman, Pscholka, Kowall, Lori, Rogers, Stamas, Walsh, Bumstead, Forlini, MacGregor, MacMaster, Jenkins, Muxlow, Poleski, Potvin, McCready, VerHeulen, Shirkey, Tlaib, Brown, Durhal, McCann, Dillon, Roberts, Kandrevas, Faris, Zemke and Singh
Absent: Rep. Olumba
Messages from the Senate
House Bill No. 4118, entitled
A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled “An act to protect the welfare of the people of this state; to provide general assistance, hospitalization, infirmary and medical care to poor or unfortunate persons; to provide for compliance by this state with the social security act; to provide protection, welfare and services to aged persons, dependent children, the blind, and the permanently and totally disabled; to administer programs and services for the prevention and treatment of delinquency, dependency and neglect of children; to create a state department of social services; to prescribe the powers and duties of the department; to provide for the interstate and intercounty transfer of dependents; to create county and district departments of social services; to create within certain county departments, bureaus of social aid and certain divisions and offices thereunder; to prescribe the powers and duties of the departments, bureaus and officers; to provide for appeals in certain cases; to prescribe the powers and duties of the state department with respect to county and district departments; to prescribe certain duties of certain other state departments, officers, and agencies; to make an appropriation; to prescribe penalties for the violation of the provisions of this act; and to repeal certain parts of this act on specific dates,” (MCL 400.1 to 400.119b) by adding section 57y.
The Senate has concurred in the House substitute (H-3) to the Senate substitute (S-1).
The bill was referred to the Clerk for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.
House Bill No. 5463, entitled
A bill to amend 1956 PA 205, entitled “The paternity act,” by amending sections 6 and 7 (MCL 722.716 and 722.717), section 6 as amended by 2000 PA 31 and section 7 as amended by 2009 PA 235.
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.
House Bill No. 5464, entitled
A bill to provide for genetic testing in certain paternity cases; and to prescribe the duties and responsibilities of certain state departments, agencies, and officers.
The Senate has passed the bill and ordered that it be given immediate effect.
The bill was referred to the Clerk for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.
House Bill No. 5465, entitled
A bill to create the summary support and paternity act; to establish a procedure for determining paternity and support; and to prescribe the duties and responsibilities of certain state departments and agencies.
The Senate has passed the bill and ordered that it be given immediate effect.
The bill was referred to the Clerk for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.
House Bill No. 5466, entitled
A bill to amend 1956 PA 205, entitled “The paternity act,” by amending section 4 (MCL 722.714), as amended by 1998 PA 113.
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.
House Bill No. 5467, entitled
A bill to amend 2012 PA 159, entitled “Revocation of paternity act,” by amending section 7 (MCL 722.1437).
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.
House Bill No. 5468, entitled
A bill to amend 1966 PA 138, entitled “The family support act,” by amending section 4 (MCL 552.454), as amended by 1999 PA 158.
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.
House Bill No. 5470, entitled
A bill to amend 1952 PA 8, entitled “Revised uniform reciprocal enforcement of support act,” by amending sections 10a, 12b, 13, 13a, and 33 (MCL 780.160a, 780.162b, 780.163, 780.163a, and 780.183), section 10a as amended and section 33 as added by 1985 PA 172 and sections 12b, 13, and 13a as amended by 1990 PA 241.
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.
House Bill No. 5471, entitled
A bill to amend 1968 PA 293, entitled “An act to establish the status of minors; to define the rights and duties of parents; to establish rights and duties to provide support for a child after the child reaches the age of majority under certain circumstances; and to establish the conditions for emancipation of minors,” by amending section 3 (MCL 722.3), as amended by 2001 PA 110.
The Senate has passed the bill and ordered that it be given immediate effect.
The bill was referred to the Clerk for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.
House Bill No. 5472, entitled
A bill to amend 1982 PA 295, entitled “Support and parenting time enforcement act,” by amending section 2 (MCL 552.602), as amended by 2009 PA 193, and by adding section 35a.
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.
House Bill No. 5473, entitled
A bill to amend 2012 PA 159, entitled “Revocation of paternity act,” by amending section 13 (MCL 722.1443).
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.
House Bill No. 5512, entitled
A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled “The social welfare act,” by amending sections 57 and 57g (MCL 400.57 and 400.57g), as amended by 2011 PA 131.
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.
House Bill No. 5583, entitled
A bill to amend 2012 PA 159, entitled “Revocation of paternity act,” by amending sections 3 and 5 (MCL 722.1433 and 722.1435) and by adding section 8.
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.
House Bill No. 5469, entitled
A bill to amend 1996 PA 310, entitled “Uniform interstate family support act,” by amending sections 308 and 312 (MCL 552.1308 and 552.1312), as amended by 1998 PA 65.
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.
House Bill No. 5230, entitled
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending sections 3801, 3805, 3810, 3815, 3820, 3825, and 3835 (MCL 600.3801, 600.3805, 600.3810, 600.3815, 600.3820, 600.3825, and 600.3835), section 3801 as amended by 2012 PA 352.
The Senate has amended the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 4, following line 15, by inserting:
“(3) A COURT SHALL NOT ENTER AN ORDER OR JUDGMENT AGAINST A DEFENDANT UNDER THIS CHAPTER UNLESS A COPY OF THE SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT HAS BEEN SERVED ON THE DEFENDANT AS PROVIDED BY MICHIGAN COURT RULES AND THE DEFENDANT GIVEN AN OPPORTUNITY TO BE HEARD.”.
The Senate has passed the bill as amended, ordered that it be given immediate effect and pursuant to Joint Rule 20, inserted the full title.
The Speaker announced that pursuant to Rule 42, the bill was laid over one day.
Senate Bill No. 1062, entitled
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” by amending section 51 (MCL 206.51), as amended by 2012 PA 223.
The Senate has passed the bill.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Tax Policy.
Senate Bill No. 1098, entitled
A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled “Mental health code,” by amending section 208 (MCL 330.1208), as amended by 2012 PA 500.
The Senate has passed the bill.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
Notices
I hereby give notice that on the next legislative session day I will move to discharge the Committee on Tax Policy from further consideration of House Bill No. 6082.
Rep. Farrington
Messages from the Governor
Date: December 9, 2014
Time: 11:35 a.m.
To the Speaker of the House of Representatives:
Sir—I have this day approved and signed
Enrolled House Bill No. 4038 (Public Act No. 358, I.E.), being
An act to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “An act to protect the environment and natural resources of the state; to codify, revise, consolidate, and classify laws relating to the environment and natural resources of the state; to regulate the discharge of certain substances into the environment; to regulate the use of certain lands, waters, and other natural resources of the state; to protect the people’s right to hunt and fish; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials; to provide for certain charges, fees, assessments, and donations; to provide certain appropriations; to prescribe penalties and provide remedies; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending section 41301 (MCL 324.41301), as amended by 2009 PA 51.
(Filed with the Secretary of State December 9, 2014, at 4:06 p.m.)
Date: December 9, 2014
Time: 3:47 p.m.
To the Speaker of the House of Representatives:
Sir—I have this day approved and signed
Enrolled House Bill No. 5610 (Public Act No. 357, I.E.), being
An act to amend 1899 PA 44, entitled “An act to provide for the publication and distribution of publications, laws, and documents, reports of the several officers, boards of officers and public institutions of this state now or hereafter to be published; to provide for the replacing of publications lost by fire or otherwise; to provide for the publication and distribution of the Michigan manual; to provide for duties of certain state and local government departments and agencies; to establish certain funds; and to provide for certain penalties and remedies,” by amending section 6 (MCL 24.6), as amended by 1983 PA 97.
(Filed with the Secretary of State December 9, 2014, at 4:04 p.m.)
Introduction of Bills
Reps. Switalski, Roberts, Driskell, Lamonte and Yanez introduced
House Bill No. 6088, entitled
A bill to amend 1984 PA 431, entitled “The management and budget act,” (MCL 18.1101 to 18.1594) by adding sections 241c and 241d.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Energy and Technology.
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 printed and placed upon the files of the members on Wednesday, December 10:
House Bill Nos. 6083 6084 6085 6086 6087
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Rep. Hooker moved that the House adjourn.
The motion prevailed, the time being 6:25 p.m.
Associate Speaker Pro Tempore Cotter declared the House adjourned until Thursday, December 11, at 10:00 a.m.
GARY L. RANDALL
Clerk of the House of Representatives
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