No. 85

STATE OF MICHIGAN

 

JOURNAL

OF THE

House  of  Representatives

 

100th  Legislature

REGULAR  SESSION  OF  2019

 

 

 

 

House Chamber, Lansing, Thursday, September 12, 2019.

 

12:00 Noon.

 

The House was called to order by the Speaker.

 

The roll was called by the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who announced that a quorum was present.

 

 

Afendoulis—present       Filler—present              Kahle—present             Reilly—present

Albert—present             Frederick—present        Kennedy—present        Rendon—present

Alexander—present        Garrett—present           Koleszar—present         Robinson—present

Allor—present               Garza—present             Kuppa—present            Sabo—present

Anthony—present          Gay-Dagnogo—excused LaFave—present           Schroeder—present

Bellino—present            Glenn—present             LaGrand—present         Shannon—present

Berman—present           Green—present             Lasinski—present         Sheppard—present

Bolden—present            Greig—present             Leutheuser—present     Slagh—present

Bollin—present              Griffin—present           Liberati—present          Sneller—present

Brann—present              Guerra—present           Lightner—present         Sowerby—present

Brixie—present              Haadsma—present        Lilly—present              Stone—present

Byrd—excused              Hall—present               Love—present              Tate—present

Calley—present             Hammoud—present      Lower—present            VanSingel—present

Cambensy—present        Hauck—present            Maddock—present        VanWoerkom—present

Camilleri—present         Hernandez—present      Manoogian—present     Vaupel—present

Carter, B.—excused       Hertel—present            Marino—present           Wakeman—present

Carter, T.—present         Hoadley—present         Markkanen—present     Warren—present

Chatfield—present         Hoitenga—present        Meerman—present        Webber—present

Cherry—present             Hood—present             Miller—present            Wendzel—present

Chirkun—present           Hope—present             Mueller—present          Wentworth—present

Clemente—present         Hornberger—present     Neeley—excused          Whiteford—present

Cole—present                Howell—present           O’Malley—present       Whitsett—present

Coleman—present          Huizenga—present        Pagan—present             Wittenberg—present

Crawford—present         Iden—excused              Paquette—present         Witwer—present

Eisen—present               Inman—excused           Peterson—excused        Wozniak—present

Elder—present               Johnson, C.—present     Pohutsky—present        Yancey—excused

Ellison—present            Johnson, S.—present     Rabhi—present             Yaroch—present

Farrington—present        Jones—excused                                               

 

 

e/d/s = entered during session

Rev. Michael J. Roth, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church in St. Joseph, offered the following invocation:

 

“In the name of the Father and of the + Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Gracious heavenly Father, Creator and Giver of all good gifts, we thank and praise You for all who are gathered in this room, who have been entrusted with the responsibility of serving the public good; protect and keep them and their families from all harm and danger, guide and direct them in their deliberations and decision making, bless and prosper their work to the benefit of our state and the communities they represent. According to Your boundless compassion and unconditional love, provide for the needs of all people who long for physical, emotional, and spiritual security, that as a people we may enjoy peace and prosperity and continue to be a blessing to the peoples of our state, nation and world. To that end, bless this house session with Your presence, grace and mercy; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Savior and Lord. Amen.”

 

 

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

 

 

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Rep. Cole moved that Reps. Byrd, Brenda Carter, Gay-Dagnogo, Iden, Inman, Jones, Neeley, Peterson and Yancey be excused from today’s session.

The motion prevailed.

 

 

Motions and Resolutions

 

 

Reps. Greig, Manoogian, Guerra, Clemente, Hoadley, Rabhi, Bolden, Koleszar, Sowerby, Camilleri, Hood, Pagan, Sabo, Brixie, Pohutsky, Ellison, Yancey, Witwer, Lasinski, Warren, Cynthia Johnson, Coleman, Wittenberg, Chirkun, Garza, Kennedy, Kuppa, Love and Sowerby offered the following resolution:

House Resolution 155.

A resolution to declare September 13-22, 2019, as Welcoming Week in the state of Michigan.

Whereas, The state of Michigan is proud to partner with Welcoming America and Welcoming Michigan; and

Whereas, Welcoming America and Welcoming Michigan aim to build cooperation, respect, and compassion among all in our community, immigrants and non-immigrants alike; and

Whereas, Michigan has long been recognized as a hospitable and welcoming place, where people, families, and institutions thrive, and the contributions of all are celebrated and valued; and

Whereas, Residents of Michigan demonstrate our highest American values of acceptance and equality and treat newcomers with decency and respect, creating a vibrant community for all to live in the Great Lakes State; and

Whereas, Michigan remains resolute in its commitment to continue fostering a neighborly and welcoming atmosphere in our community, where all are welcome, accepted, and appreciated; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare September 13-22, 2019, as Welcoming Week in the state of Michigan. We urge residents and elected officials of our state to do their part and join with the initiative and affirm Michigan as a welcoming state that respects the innate dignity of all people.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted.

 

 

Reps. Neeley, Garza, Coleman, Haadsma, Whitsett, Witwer, Sowerby, Shannon, Rabhi, Cynthia Johnson, Tate, Gay-Dagnogo, Ellison, Camilleri, Pohutsky, Warren, Sabo, Brixie, Kuppa, Hoadley, Love, Hope, Peterson, Cherry, Greig, Koleszar, Lasinski, Pagan, Clemente, Wittenberg and Manoogian offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 156.

A resolution to memorialize the President and Congress of the United States to increase federal investment in drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure.

Whereas, A staggering $179 billion is needed over the next 20 years to fund improvements, upgrades, and repairs to water infrastructure in the Great Lakes Region. For Michigan alone, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that water suppliers will need over $13 billion through 2034 for building and maintaining infrastructure; and

Whereas, State and local governments make significant financial investments in water infrastructure, but they cannot fund the needed improvements alone; and

Whereas, The federal government’s contribution to water infrastructure has declined from 63 percent to 9 percent of capital spending since 1977, systematically underfunding public water infrastructure. Federal financing of state water infrastructure is vital to protect U.S. waters so they are fishable and swimmable and to ensure that all residents have access to clean, safe, and affordable drinking water. Crucial funding for water infrastructure is provided through the Clean Water State Revolving Fund, Drinking Water State Revolving Fund, Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act, and Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act. These programs require continued support and significant funding increases to meet state needs; and

Whereas, Water infrastructure costs are passed on to those who can least afford it with water utility bills doubling and tripling in many cities over the last decade. Outdated and dangerous infrastructure, such as lead service lines, poses a significant public health risk, particularly for infants and children. These challenges are only expected to worsen as climate change pushes existing infrastructure to its limits; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we memorialize the President and Congress of the United States to address the Great Lakes region’s need for $179 billion in investments for drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure; and be it further

Resolved, That we urge the President and Congress to triple federal investment in the Clean Water State Revolving Fund and Drinking Water State Revolving Fund and continue to support and fund the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act and Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the President of the United States, the President of the United States Senate, the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, and the members of the Michigan congressional delegation.

The resolution was referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation.

 

 

Reps. Tate, Garza, Coleman, Haadsma, Witwer, Whitsett, Sowerby, Shannon, Rabhi, Cynthia Johnson, Gay-Dagnogo, Ellison, Camilleri, Pohutsky, Warren, Sabo, Brixie, Kuppa, Hoadley, Love, Hope, Peterson, Cherry, Greig, Koleszar, VanSingel, Lasinski, Pagan, Brann, Clemente, Wittenberg, Manoogian, Chirkun and Kennedy offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 157.

A resolution to memorialize the President and Congress of the United States to increase funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative to $475 million per year.

Whereas, The Great Lakes are a critical resource for our nation and central to the economy, heritage, and quality of life of Michigan and the other seven states within the Great Lakes region. The Great Lakes hold over 84 percent of the United States’ surface freshwater and drive a thriving regional economy, directly supporting 1.5 million U.S. jobs and generating $62 billion in wages. More than 30 million U.S. residents depend on the Great Lakes for drinking water; and

Whereas, The Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) has provided crucial funding to support long overdue work to protect and restore the Great Lakes. In partnership with the states, local governments, and other organizations, the federal government has invested more than $3 billion and supported over 4,700 projects over the last decade, including around $600 million for more than 1,100 projects in Michigan; and

Whereas, The Great Lakes Restoration Initiative represents a sound investment in both the environment and the economies of the Great Lakes region. A 2018 study calculated that for every federal dollar invested in Great Lakes restoration there is $3.35 in additional economic activity, with older industrial cities like Detroit seeing an even higher return on investment; and

Whereas, Real progress has been made in cleaning up and restoring the Great Lakes thanks to the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative. One-third of the region’s toxic hot spots have been cleaned up, sparking redevelopment and business opportunities on waterfronts. Area farms and conservation organizations have increased conservation practices, which have reduced harmful nutrient runoff, and habitat and wildlife connectivity continue to improve, with nearly 5,000 miles of rivers cleared of dams and other barriers; and

Whereas, Far more work needs to be done to ensure every person has a clean community in which to live, safe beaches to enjoy, and healthy fish to eat. Substantial limitations and threats to the use of the Great Lakes remain whether toxic algal blooms shutting down Toledo’s drinking water supply, invasive carp threatening billion-dollar fisheries, or contaminated sediments restricting recreational opportunities; and

Whereas, The time to act is now. The ecological, economic, and health risks are too high. The problems will only get worse and the solutions more expensive and challenging in the future; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we memorialize the President and Congress of the United States to increase funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative to $475 million per year to boost the region’s work of cleaning up toxic contamination, reducing runoff pollution, stopping invasive species, and protecting and restoring wetlands and other habitats; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the President of the United States, the President of the United States Senate, the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, and the members of the Michigan congressional delegation.

The resolution was referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation.

 

 

Reps. Hood, Garza, Coleman, Haadsma, Witwer, Whitsett, Sowerby, Shannon, Rabhi, Cynthia Johnson, Tate, Gay-Dagnogo, Ellison, Camilleri, Pohutsky, Warren, Sabo, Brixie, Kuppa, Hoadley, Love, Hope, Peterson, Cherry, Greig, Koleszar, VanSingel, Lasinski, Pagan, Brann, Clemente, Wittenberg, Manoogian, Chirkun and Kennedy offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 158.

A resolution to memorialize the federal government to support strong ballast water rules and efforts at Brandon Road Lock and Dam to prevent and control the introduction and spread of invasive species in the Great Lakes region.

Whereas, The Great Lakes are a critical resource for our nation and central to the economy, heritage, and quality of life in Michigan and the other seven states within the Great Lakes region. The Great Lakes drive a thriving regional economy, directly supporting 1.5 million U.S. jobs and generating $62 billion in wages; and

Whereas, Aquatic invasive species have altered the basic functions of the Great Lakes and its waterways, disrupting fisheries, wildlife, and water supplies. More than 180 non-native invasive species have established themselves in the Great Lakes over the years, costing the region an estimated $100 million per year or more; and

Whereas, Aquatic invasive species are a continuing threat to the Great Lakes and its regional economy and quality of life. Asian carp are on the verge of entering the Great Lakes and are a direct threat to the $7 billion Great Lakes fishing industry. In places in the Illinois River, these invasive fish make up 90 percent of the aquatic life present; and

Whereas, Ballast water carried in ships traversing the Great Lakes can contain non-native invasive species that are introduced and spread with unknown but potentially dire consequences when the ballast water is emptied into the Great Lakes. The impact of zebra and quagga mussels not only on the basic ecology of the Great Lakes but on drinking water systems, power plants, and other water users demonstrates the magnitude of the potential threat from invasive species contained in ballast water; and

Whereas, The installation of technologies at the Brandon Road Lock and Dam would be a major step in ensuring Asian carp and other invasive species do not move into the Great Lakes. The benefits of this project go beyond the Great Lakes and will provide solutions and tools that can be utilized in waterways across the nation to combat invasive species; and

Whereas, Efforts to prevent invasive species from entering the Great Lakes need to move forward as quickly as possible. The threat is imminent, and once invasive species get established in the Great Lakes, there is no way to clean up the problem. These harmful species will be here to stay; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we memorialize the President and Congress of the United States and the United States Army Corps of Engineers to support, fully fund, and expedite the plan to build new prevention measures at Brandon Road Lock and Dam; and be it further

Resolved, That we memorialize the President and Congress to support strong ballast water rules for every Great Lakes vessel to help stop and control the introduction and spread of invasive species in the Great Lakes region; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the President of the United States, the President of the United States Senate, the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, the members of the Michigan congressional delegation, and the Commanding General and Chief of Engineers of the United States Army Corps of Engineers.

The resolution was referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation.

 

 

Reps. Camilleri, Coleman, Garza, Haadsma, Witwer, Whitsett, Sowerby, Shannon, Rabhi, Cynthia Johnson, Tate, Gay-Dagnogo, Ellison, Pohutsky, Warren, Sabo, Brixie, Kuppa, Hoadley, Love, Hope, Peterson, Cherry, Greig, Koleszar, Lasinski, Pagan, Brann, Clemente, Wittenberg, Manoogian, Chirkun and Kennedy offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 159.

A resolution to urge the President and Congress of the United States and the United States Environmental Protection Agency to commit to assisting states in reducing nutrient pollution in the western Lake Erie basin by 40 percent by 2025.

Whereas, Harmful algal blooms threaten drinking water, outdoor recreation, and fish and wildlife in the Great Lakes region. These nutrient-fed toxic outbreaks in western Lake Erie and other areas of the region can impact large areas, with consequences for people’s quality of life and for the water-dependent economy of Michigan and the other seven Great Lakes states; and

Whereas, The threat of harmful algal blooms is not hypothetical. Harmful algal blooms in the western Lake Erie basin are increasing in frequency and intensity, impacting Michigan’s and Ohio’s Great Lakes shoreline and recreation in these areas. Toxins produced by these harmful algal blooms can sicken people and pets exposed through swimming, wading, or boating and contaminate drinking water; and

Whereas, Little progress has been made toward reaching targets for nutrient reduction. Under the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement, the United States and Canada committed to reducing total phosphorus loads to Lake Erie by 40 percent, with Michigan, Ohio, and Ontario committing to hit this target by 2025. These ambitious targets require aggressive action, but unless efforts increase soon, these will end up being empty promises; and

Whereas, The potential for harmful algal blooms will only increase in the future. The continuing trend of higher temperatures and more intense rainfall expected with climate change create a recipe for larger and longer-lasting blooms with consequences for all water users; and

Whereas, States are doing their part to address harmful algal blooms. Michigan and other Great Lakes states have developed action plans to address nutrient pollution in Lake Erie. States need a robust and active federal partner to address the threat from harmful algal blooms; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we urge the President and Congress of the United States and the United States Environmental Protection Agency to commit to assisting states in reducing nutrient pollution in the western Lake Erie basin by 40 percent by 2025 by focusing federal funding, resources, and expertise to the problem while still maintaining the commitment to monitor, report, and reduce nutrient pollution in the other Great Lakes and regional water bodies; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the President of the United States, the President of the United States Senate, the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, the members of the Michigan congressional delegation, and the Administrator of the United States Environmental Protection Agency.

The resolution was referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation.

 

 

Reps. Cambensy, Coleman, Garza, Haadsma, Rabhi, Cynthia Johnson, Tate, Gay-Dagnogo, Ellison, Camilleri, Pohutsky, Warren, Sabo, Brixie, Kuppa, Hoadley, Love, Hope, Peterson, Elder, Cherry, Greig, Koleszar, VanSingel, Frederick, Lasinski, Pagan, Brann, Clemente, Wittenberg and Manoogian offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 160.

A resolution to urge Congress and the President to support federal funding for ports, harbors, and critical marine infrastructure in the Great Lakes region including the Soo Locks reconstruction project.

Whereas, The Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway system is the longest deep-draft waterway in the world spanning from Duluth, Minnesota to the Atlantic Ocean. This commercial waterway provides cost-effective and reliable transportation for cargo, including iron ore, coal, steel, machinery, cement, and petroleum products that are staples in everyday life—whether that be for road improvements or the energy powering our cities; and

Whereas, The economic importance of the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway system cannot be overstated. Commerce along the seaway supported over 200,000 jobs and generated over $35 billion in economic activity in 2017 alone. Maintaining the ports, harbors, and critical infrastructure of the seaway is necessary to protect American industry and jobs; and

Whereas, Maintaining and updating the Soo Locks in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan is of utmost importance, not only to the residents of Michigan but to all Americans. Nearly 80 percent of domestic iron ore—the primary material used to manufacture steel critical to the auto industry and construction—travels from mines in Minnesota and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula through the Soo Locks; and

Whereas, Even a six-month unplanned closure at the Soo Locks would devastate steel, automobile, and other heavy equipment production throughout North America, decreasing U.S. gross domestic production by $1.3 trillion and costing more than 11 million jobs. The effect would ripple across national supply chains and eventually lead to a full shut down of steel production in Pennsylvania; and

Whereas, Congress has appropriated an initial $32 million to begin construction at the Soo Locks; however, the $1 billion project will require continued appropriation from Congress through the completion of the project. The economic risk of a Soo Locks closure is too great to delay funding for even one year; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we urge Congress and the President to support federal funding for ports, harbors, and critical marine infrastructure in the Great Lakes region including the Soo Locks reconstruction project; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the President of the United States Senate, the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, and the members of the Michigan congressional delegation.

The resolution was referred to the Committee on Commerce and Tourism.

 

 

Reps. Haadsma, Garza, Coleman, Whitsett, Witwer, Sowerby, Shannon, Rabhi, Cynthia Johnson, Tate, Gay-Dagnogo, Ellison, Camilleri, Pohutsky, Warren, Sabo, Brixie, Kuppa, Hoadley, Love, Hope, Peterson, Elder, Cherry, Greig, Koleszar, VanSingel, Lasinski, Pagan, Brann, Clemente, Wittenberg, Manoogian, Chirkun and Kennedy offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 161.

A resolution to memorialize the United States Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Defense to increase federal action to address PFAS contamination.

Whereas, Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large group of man-made chemicals with numerous household and industrial uses. PFAS have been shown to have a variety of health effects, including increasing the risk of developing cancer, thyroid disease, high blood pressure during pregnancy, and cholesterol. Their ubiquity in the environment, especially groundwater, and resistance to breakdown pose significant challenges to clean-up efforts. New toxicological research raises concerns about the adequacy of existing drinking water standards to protect the public from PFAS; and

Whereas, Water testing mandated by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has revealed high levels of PFAS contamination across the Great Lakes region, impacting more than 16.5 million Americans. The United States Department of Defense (DOD) has identified more than 400 current and former military bases with known or suspected PFAS release. To date, the state of Michigan has identified 63 sites contaminated with high levels of PFAS, including 10 sites at or near military bases; and

Whereas, The state of Michigan has been a national leader in addressing PFAS contamination but relies on the coordination, leadership, and financial support of the federal government to surmount this complex challenge; and

Whereas, It is essential that federal agencies establish and implement PFAS response strategies in a timely manner to protect the health of all Americans. The EPA has indicated that it is moving forward with a PFAS Action Plan but uncertainty remains regarding its implementation timeline. Despite military bases being a substantial source of PFAS contamination, the DOD has failed to take action to address the issue. The DOD has established a PFAS Task Force, but its recommendations will only be the first step in addressing PFAS contamination on military bases and their surrounding communities; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we memorialize the United States Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Defense to increase federal action to address PFAS contamination; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the Administrator of the United States Environ­mental Protection Agency and the United States Secretary of Defense.

The resolution was referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation.

 

 

Second Reading of Bills

 

 

Senate Bill No. 438, entitled

A bill to amend 1972 PA 284, entitled “Business corporation act,” by amending section 1060 (MCL 450.2060), as amended by 2018 PA 85.

The bill was read a second time.

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

The motion prevailed.

 

 

Senate Bill No. 439, entitled

A bill to amend 1982 PA 162, entitled “Nonprofit corporation act,” by amending section 1060 (MCL 450.3060), as amended by 2015 PA 65.

The bill was read a second time.

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

The motion prevailed.

Senate Bill No. 440, entitled

A bill to amend 1993 PA 23, entitled “Michigan limited liability company act,” by amending section 1101 (MCL 450.5101), as amended by 2018 PA 380.

The bill was read a second time.

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

The motion prevailed.

 

 

Senate Bill No. 441, entitled

A bill to amend 1979 PA 152, entitled “State license fee act,” by amending sections 13, 17, 21, 25, 27, 31, 37, 38, and 43 (MCL 338.2213, 338.2217, 338.2221, 338.2225, 338.2227, 338.2231, 338.2237, 338.2238, and 338.2243), as amended by 2015 PA 75.

The bill was read a second time.

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

The motion prevailed.

 

 

Senate Bill No. 442, entitled

A bill to amend 2016 PA 345, entitled “Limousine, taxicab, and transportation network company act,” by amending section 4 (MCL 257.2104).

The bill was read a second time.

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

The motion prevailed.

 

 

Senate Bill No. 443, entitled

A bill to amend 2008 PA 551, entitled “Uniform securities act (2002),” by amending section 410 (MCL 451.2410), as amended by 2015 PA 67.

The bill was read a second time.

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

The motion prevailed.

 

 

Senate Bill No. 444, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending section 20161 (MCL 333.20161), as amended by 2018 PA 245.

The bill was read a second time.

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

The motion prevailed.

 

 

Senate Bill No. 445, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending section 6237 (MCL 333.6237), as amended by 2015 PA 104.

The bill was read a second time.

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

The motion prevailed.

 

 

Senate Bill No. 447, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 3118, 3120, 30104, 30109, 32312, and 32513 (MCL 324.3118, 324.3120, 324.30104, 324.30109, 324.32312, and 324.32513), section 3118 as amended by 2017 PA 40, section 3120 as amended by 2015 PA 82, and sections 30104, 30109, 32312, and 32513 as amended by 2015 PA 76.

The bill was read a second time.

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

The motion prevailed.

Senate Bill No. 448, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 17303 and 17317 (MCL 324.17303 and 324.17317), as amended by 2015 PA 82.

The bill was read a second time.

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

The motion prevailed.

 

 

Senate Bill No. 450, entitled

A bill to amend 1937 PA 284, entitled “An act to prevent the spread of infectious and contagious diseases of livestock; to require persons, associations, partnerships and corporations engaged in the buying, receiving, selling, transporting, exchanging, negotiating, or soliciting sale, resale, exchange or transportation of livestock to be licensed and bonded by the department of agriculture; to keep a producers’ proceeds account; to provide for the refusal, suspension or revocation of such licenses; to provide for weighmasters; to provide for the inspection and disinfection of yards, premises and vehicles; and to provide penalties for the violation of this act,” by amending section 3 (MCL 287.123), as amended by 2015 PA 69.

The bill was read a second time.

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

The motion prevailed.

 

 

Senate Bill No. 451, entitled

A bill to amend 2012 PA 615, entitled “Michigan energy assistance act,” by amending section 6 (MCL 400.1236), as amended by 2016 PA 147.

The bill was read a second time.

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

The motion prevailed.

 

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Rep. Cole moved that House Committees be given leave to meet during the balance of today’s session.

The motion prevailed.

 

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of

Announcement by the Clerk of Printing and Enrollment

 

 

The Clerk announced that the following bills had been reproduced and made available electronically on Wednesday, September 11:

House Bill Nos.     4939   4940   4941   4942  4943   4944   4945   4946   4947 4948

 

The Clerk announced that the following bills and joint resolution had been reproduced and made available electronically on Thursday, September 12:

Senate Bill Nos.      510    511    512    513    514    515    516    517    518    519    520    521   522       523          524          525          526          527

Senate Joint Resolution      K

 

 

Reports of Standing Committees

 

 

The Committee on Health Policy, by Rep. Vaupel, Chair, referred

House Bill No. 4710, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending sections 16215, 16322, 16501, 16511, 16521, 16525, and 16529 (MCL 333.16215, 333.16322, 333.16501, 333.16511, 333.16521, 333.16525, and 333.16529), section 16215 as amended by 2005 PA 211, sections 16322, 16501, 16525, and 16529 as added by 2006 PA 30, section 16511 as amended by 2006 PA 397, and section 16521 as amended by 2010 PA 79, and by adding sections 16513, 16515, and 16517.

to the Committee on Ways and Means with the recommendation that the substitute (H-2) be adopted.

Favorable Roll Call

 

To Refer:

Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Lower, Whiteford, Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar, Pohutsky, Stone and Witwer

Nays: Rep. Hornberger

The bill and substitute were referred to the Committee on Ways and Means.

 

 

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

 

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

Meeting held on: Thursday, September 12, 2019

Present: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford, Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar, Pohutsky, Stone and Witwer

 

 

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

 

The following report, submitted by Rep. Marino, Chair, of the Committee on Commerce and Tourism, was received and read:

Meeting held on: Thursday, September 12, 2019

Present: Reps. Marino, Wendzel, Reilly, Meerman, Schroeder, Wakeman, Cambensy, Hope, Manoogian and Robinson

Absent: Rep. Camilleri

Excused: None

 

 

Messages from the Senate

 

 

House Bill No. 4446, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 388, entitled “Michigan campaign finance act,” by amending sections 4, 5, 6, 9, 12, 21, 24, 26, 34, 35, 41, 51, 54, and 55 (MCL 169.204, 169.205, 169.206, 169.209, 169.212, 169.221, 169.224, 169.226, 169.234, 169.235, 169.241, 169.251, 169.254, and 169.255), sections 4, 9, 24, 26, 35, 51, 54, and 55 as amended by 2017 PA 119, sections 5 and 41 as amended by 1999 PA 237, section 6 as amended by 2018 PA 607, section 12 as amended by 2001 PA 250, section 21 as amended by 2015 PA 269, and section 34 as amended by 2012 PA 277.

The Senate has substituted (S-2) the bill.

The Senate has passed the bill as substituted (S-2), 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.

 

 

Introduction of Bills

 

 

Reps. Yaroch, Paquette, Liberati and Elder introduced

House Bill No. 4949, entitled

A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” by amending section 30 (MCL 206.30), as amended by 2018 PA 589.

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

 

 

Rep. Marino introduced

House Bill No. 4950, entitled

A bill to amend 1973 PA 196, entitled “An act to prescribe standards of conduct for public officers and employees; to create a state board of ethics and prescribe its powers and duties; and to prescribe remedies and penalties,” by amending section 5 (MCL 15.345).

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

Rep. Marino introduced

House Bill No. 4951, entitled

A bill to amend 1973 PA 196, entitled “An act to prescribe standards of conduct for public officers and employees; to create a state board of ethics and prescribe its powers and duties; and to prescribe remedies and penalties,” by amending section 4 (MCL 15.344).

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

 

 

Rep. Marino introduced

House Bill No. 4952, entitled

A bill to amend 1973 PA 196, entitled “An act to prescribe standards of conduct for public officers and employees; to create a state board of ethics and prescribe its powers and duties; and to prescribe remedies and penalties,” by amending the title and section 2 (MCL 15.342), the title as amended by 1980 PA 481 and section 2 as amended by 1984 PA 53.

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

 

 

Rep. Hertel introduced

House Bill No. 4953, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending section 5431 (MCL 333.5431), as amended by 2002 PA 691.

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

 

 

Rep. Marino introduced

House Bill No. 4954, entitled

A bill to amend 1984 PA 431, entitled “The management and budget act,” (MCL 18.1101 to 18.1594) by adding section 266.

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

 

 

Rep. Marino introduced

House Bill No. 4955, entitled

A bill to amend 1984 PA 431, entitled “The management and budget act,” (MCL 18.1101 to 18.1594) by adding section 262a.

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

 

 

Rep. Marino introduced

House Bill No. 4956, entitled

A bill to amend 1984 PA 431, entitled “The management and budget act,” by amending section 264 (MCL 18.1264), as added by 1988 PA 504.

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

 

 

Rep. Hornberger introduced

House Bill No. 4957, entitled

A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” (MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by adding section 136e.

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

 

 

Rep. Hornberger introduced

House Bill No. 4958, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 16279.

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

Reps. Hauck, Griffin, Warren, Hoitenga, Crawford, Leutheuser, Hall, Webber, Wozniak, Wendzel, Kahle, Chirkun, Hertel, Bellino, Cambensy, Brixie, Elder, Sabo, Coleman, Byrd, Garza, Lasinski, Clemente, Shannon, Hood, Marino, Peterson, Witwer, Cherry, Liberati, Berman, Sheppard, Filler, Frederick, Neeley, Sneller, Wentworth, Jones, Eisen and VanSingel introduced

House Bill No. 4959, entitled

A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled “Michigan liquor control code of 1998,” by amending section 601 (MCL 436.1601).

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

 

 

Reps. Warren, Hauck, Hoitenga, Crawford, Leutheuser, Hall, Webber, Wozniak, Kahle, Chirkun, Hertel, Bellino, Cambensy, Brixie, Elder, Sabo, Coleman, Byrd, Garza, Lasinski, Clemente, Shannon, Hood, Marino, Peterson, Witwer, Cherry, Liberati, Greig, Berman, Sheppard, Frederick, Sneller, Filler, Wentworth, Jones, Neeley, Eisen and VanSingel introduced

House Bill No. 4960, entitled

A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled “Michigan liquor control code of 1998,” by amending section 107 (MCL 436.1107), as amended by 2001 PA 223.

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

 

 

Reps. Griffin, Hauck, Warren, Hoitenga, Crawford, Leutheuser, Hall, Webber, Wozniak, Kahle, Chirkun, Hertel, Bellino, Cambensy, Brixie, Elder, Sabo, Coleman, Byrd, Garza, Lasinski, Clemente, Shannon, Hood, Marino, Peterson, Witwer, Cherry, Liberati, Greig, Sheppard, Frederick, Sneller, Wentworth, Filler, Jones, Neeley, Eisen and VanSingel introduced

House Bill No. 4961, entitled

A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled “Michigan liquor control code of 1998,” (MCL 436.1101 to 436.2303) by adding section 608.

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

 

 

Reps. Rabhi, Pohutsky, Sowerby, Sabo, Peterson, Hood, Gay-Dagnogo, Warren, Pagan, Kuppa, Elder and Guerra introduced

House Bill No. 4962, entitled

A bill to amend 1984 PA 431, entitled “The management and budget act,” by amending section 261 (MCL 18.1261), as amended by 2017 PA 21, and by adding section 241d.

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

 

 

Reps. O’Malley, Leutheuser, Mueller, Sneller, Miller, Sheppard and Afendoulis introduced

House Bill No. 4963, entitled

A bill to permit eligible municipalities to impose and collect an excise tax on the sale and delivery of motor fuel; to limit the rate of that excise tax; to authorize voter approval in a single ballot question of the excise tax authorized by this act and of certain purposes for which the excise tax is imposed; to provide for the establishment of procedures for the collection, administration, distribution, and enforcement of the excise tax; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state departments and state and local officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies.

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

 

 

Reps. Sneller, Leutheuser, Mueller, Yancey, O’Malley, Sheppard and Afendoulis introduced

House Bill No. 4964, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” (MCL 257.1 to 257.923) by amending the title, as amended by 2016 PA 32, and by adding section 801k.

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

 

 

Reps. Wakeman, Bellino, Mueller, Miller, O’Malley, Meerman, Howell, Eisen and Sheppard introduced

House Bill No. 4965, entitled

A bill to amend 1951 PA 51, entitled “An act to provide for the classification of all public roads, streets, and highways in this state, and for the revision of that classification and for additions to and deletions from each classification; to set up and establish the Michigan transportation fund; to provide for the deposits in the Michigan transportation fund of specific taxes on motor vehicles and motor vehicle fuels; to provide for the allocation of funds from the Michigan transportation fund and the use and administration of the fund for transportation purposes; to promote safe and efficient travel for motor vehicle drivers, bicyclists, pedestrians, and other legal users of roads, streets, and highways; to set up and establish the truck safety fund; to provide for the allocation of funds from the truck safety fund and administration of the fund for truck safety purposes; to set up and establish the Michigan truck safety commission; to establish certain standards for road contracts for certain businesses; to provide for the continuing review of transportation needs within the state; to authorize the state transportation commission, counties, cities, and villages to borrow money, issue bonds, and make pledges of funds for transportation purposes; to authorize counties to advance funds for the payment of deficiencies necessary for the payment of bonds issued under this act; to provide for the limitations, payment, retirement, and security of the bonds and pledges; to provide for appropriations and tax levies by counties and townships for county roads; to authorize contributions by townships for county roads; to provide for the establishment and administration of the state trunk line fund, local bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds; to provide for the deposits in the state trunk line fund, critical bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds of money raised by specific taxes and fees; to provide for definitions of public transportation functions and criteria; to define the purposes for which Michigan transportation funds may be allocated; to provide for Michigan transportation fund grants; to provide for review and approval of transportation programs; to provide for submission of annual legislative requests and reports; to provide for the establishment and functions of certain advisory entities; to provide for conditions for grants; to provide for the issuance of bonds and notes for transportation purposes; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials; to provide for the making of loans for transportation purposes by the state transportation department and for the receipt and repayment by local units and agencies of those loans from certain specified sources; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending sections 11h, 12, 14, and 15 (MCL 247.661h, 247.662, 247.664, and 247.665), section 11h as amended by 2018 PA 471, sections 12 and 14 as amended by 2015 PA 175, and section 15 as amended by 1999 PA 50.

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

 

 

Reps. Schroeder, Mueller, Miller, O’Malley, Meerman, Howell, Eisen and Sheppard introduced

House Bill No. 4966, entitled

A bill to amend 1951 PA 51, entitled “An act to provide for the classification of all public roads, streets, and highways in this state, and for the revision of that classification and for additions to and deletions from each classification; to set up and establish the Michigan transportation fund; to provide for the deposits in the Michigan transportation fund of specific taxes on motor vehicles and motor vehicle fuels; to provide for the allocation of funds from the Michigan transportation fund and the use and administration of the fund for transportation purposes; to promote safe and efficient travel for motor vehicle drivers, bicyclists, pedestrians, and other legal users of roads, streets, and highways; to set up and establish the truck safety fund; to provide for the allocation of funds from the truck safety fund and administration of the fund for truck safety purposes; to set up and establish the Michigan truck safety commission; to establish certain standards for road contracts for certain businesses; to provide for the continuing review of transportation needs within the state; to authorize the state transportation commission, counties, cities, and villages to borrow money, issue bonds, and make pledges of funds for transportation purposes; to authorize counties to advance funds for the payment of deficiencies necessary for the payment of bonds issued under this act; to provide for the limitations, payment, retirement, and security of the bonds and pledges; to provide for appropriations and tax levies by counties and townships for county roads; to authorize contributions by townships for county roads; to provide for the establishment and administration of the state trunk line fund, local bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds; to provide for the deposits in the state trunk line fund, critical bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds of money raised by specific taxes and fees; to provide for definitions of public transportation functions and criteria; to define the purposes for which Michigan transportation funds may be allocated; to provide for Michigan transportation fund grants; to provide for review and approval of transportation programs; to provide for submission of annual legislative requests and reports; to provide for the establishment and functions of certain advisory entities; to provide for conditions for grants; to provide for the issuance of bonds and notes for transportation purposes; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials; to provide for the making of loans for transportation purposes by the state transportation department and for the receipt and repayment by local units and agencies of those loans from certain specified sources; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending section 13 (MCL 247.663), as amended by 2015 PA 175.

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

Reps. Mueller, Sneller, Bellino, Miller, O’Malley, Howell, Eisen, Meerman, Sheppard and Afendoulis introduced

House Bill No. 4967, entitled

A bill to amend 1933 PA 170, entitled “An act to regulate the practice of taking bids and awarding contracts on public work construction, maintenance or repair work, except public buildings, and to provide a means of prohibiting those not qualified by experience, financial resources or any other valid reason from undertaking such public construction work,” by amending sections 1 and 3 (MCL 123.501 and 123.503).

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

 

 

Reps. Markkanen, Leutheuser, Mueller, Bellino, Miller, O’Malley, Howell, Eisen and Sheppard introduced

House Bill No. 4968, entitled

A bill to amend 1951 PA 51, entitled “An act to provide for the classification of all public roads, streets, and highways in this state, and for the revision of that classification and for additions to and deletions from each classification; to set up and establish the Michigan transportation fund; to provide for the deposits in the Michigan transportation fund of specific taxes on motor vehicles and motor vehicle fuels; to provide for the allocation of funds from the Michigan transportation fund and the use and administration of the fund for transportation purposes; to promote safe and efficient travel for motor vehicle drivers, bicyclists, pedestrians, and other legal users of roads, streets, and highways; to set up and establish the truck safety fund; to provide for the allocation of funds from the truck safety fund and administration of the fund for truck safety purposes; to set up and establish the Michigan truck safety commission; to establish certain standards for road contracts for certain businesses; to provide for the continuing review of transportation needs within the state; to authorize the state transportation commission, counties, cities, and villages to borrow money, issue bonds, and make pledges of funds for transportation purposes; to authorize counties to advance funds for the payment of deficiencies necessary for the payment of bonds issued under this act; to provide for the limitations, payment, retirement, and security of the bonds and pledges; to provide for appropriations and tax levies by counties and townships for county roads; to authorize contributions by townships for county roads; to provide for the establishment and administration of the state trunk line fund, local bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds; to provide for the deposits in the state trunk line fund, critical bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds of money raised by specific taxes and fees; to provide for definitions of public transportation functions and criteria; to define the purposes for which Michigan transportation funds may be allocated; to provide for Michigan transportation fund grants; to provide for review and approval of transportation programs; to provide for submission of annual legislative requests and reports; to provide for the establishment and functions of certain advisory entities; to provide for conditions for grants; to provide for the issuance of bonds and notes for transportation purposes; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials; to provide for the making of loans for transportation purposes by the state transportation department and for the receipt and repayment by local units and agencies of those loans from certain specified sources; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending section 12a (MCL 247.662a), as amended by 1987 PA 234.

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

 

 

Reps. Yancey, Mueller, Bellino, Sneller, Miller, O’Malley, Howell, Eisen, Meerman, Sheppard and Afendoulis introduced

House Bill No. 4969, entitled

A bill to amend 1951 PA 51, entitled “An act to provide for the classification of all public roads, streets, and highways in this state, and for the revision of that classification and for additions to and deletions from each classification; to set up and establish the Michigan transportation fund; to provide for the deposits in the Michigan transportation fund of specific taxes on motor vehicles and motor vehicle fuels; to provide for the allocation of funds from the Michigan transportation fund and the use and administration of the fund for transportation purposes; to promote safe and efficient travel for motor vehicle drivers, bicyclists, pedestrians, and other legal users of roads, streets, and highways; to set up and establish the truck safety fund; to provide for the allocation of funds from the truck safety fund and administration of the fund for truck safety purposes; to set up and establish the Michigan truck safety commission; to establish certain standards for road contracts for certain businesses; to provide for the continuing review of transportation needs within the state; to authorize the state transportation commission, counties, cities, and villages to borrow money, issue bonds, and make pledges of funds for transportation purposes; to authorize counties to advance funds for the payment of deficiencies necessary for the payment of bonds issued under this act; to provide for the limitations, payment, retirement, and security of the bonds and pledges; to provide for appropriations and tax levies by counties and townships for county roads; to authorize contributions by townships for county roads; to provide for the establishment and administration of the state trunk line fund, local bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds; to provide for the deposits in the state trunk line fund, critical bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds of money raised by specific taxes and fees; to provide for definitions of public transportation functions and criteria; to define the purposes for which Michigan transportation funds may be allocated; to provide for Michigan transportation fund grants; to provide for review and approval of transportation programs; to provide for submission of annual legislative requests and reports; to provide for the establishment and functions of certain advisory entities; to provide for conditions for grants; to provide for the issuance of bonds and notes for transportation purposes; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials; to provide for the making of loans for transportation purposes by the state transportation department and for the receipt and repayment by local units and agencies of those loans from certain specified sources; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending section 11c (MCL 247.661c), as amended by 2015 PA 182.

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

 

 

Reps. Bellino, Mueller, Miller, O’Malley and Sheppard introduced

House Bill No. 4970, entitled

A bill to amend 1951 PA 51, entitled “An act to provide for the classification of all public roads, streets, and highways in this state, and for the revision of that classification and for additions to and deletions from each classification; to set up and establish the Michigan transportation fund; to provide for the deposits in the Michigan transportation fund of specific taxes on motor vehicles and motor vehicle fuels; to provide for the allocation of funds from the Michigan transportation fund and the use and administration of the fund for transportation purposes; to promote safe and efficient travel for motor vehicle drivers, bicyclists, pedestrians, and other legal users of roads, streets, and highways; to set up and establish the truck safety fund; to provide for the allocation of funds from the truck safety fund and administration of the fund for truck safety purposes; to set up and establish the Michigan truck safety commission; to establish certain standards for road contracts for certain businesses; to provide for the continuing review of transportation needs within the state; to authorize the state transportation commission, counties, cities, and villages to borrow money, issue bonds, and make pledges of funds for transportation purposes; to authorize counties to advance funds for the payment of deficiencies necessary for the payment of bonds issued under this act; to provide for the limitations, payment, retirement, and security of the bonds and pledges; to provide for appropriations and tax levies by counties and townships for county roads; to authorize contributions by townships for county roads; to provide for the establishment and administration of the state trunk line fund, local bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds; to provide for the deposits in the state trunk line fund, critical bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds of money raised by specific taxes and fees; to provide for definitions of public transportation functions and criteria; to define the purposes for which Michigan transportation funds may be allocated; to provide for Michigan transportation fund grants; to provide for review and approval of transportation programs; to provide for submission of annual legislative requests and reports; to provide for the establishment and functions of certain advisory entities; to provide for conditions for grants; to provide for the issuance of bonds and notes for transportation purposes; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials; to provide for the making of loans for transportation purposes by the state transportation department and for the receipt and repayment by local units and agencies of those loans from certain specified sources; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” (MCL 247.651 to 247.675) by adding section 12d.

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

 

 

Reps. Alexander, Mueller, Miller, O’Malley, Meerman and Sheppard introduced

House Bill No. 4971, entitled

A bill to amend 1951 PA 51, entitled “An act to provide for the classification of all public roads, streets, and highways in this state, and for the revision of that classification and for additions to and deletions from each classification; to set up and establish the Michigan transportation fund; to provide for the deposits in the Michigan transportation fund of specific taxes on motor vehicles and motor vehicle fuels; to provide for the allocation of funds from the Michigan transportation fund and the use and administration of the fund for transportation purposes; to promote safe and efficient travel for motor vehicle drivers, bicyclists, pedestrians, and other legal users of roads, streets, and highways; to set up and establish the truck safety fund; to provide for the allocation of funds from the truck safety fund and administration of the fund for truck safety purposes; to set up and establish the Michigan truck safety commission; to establish certain standards for road contracts for certain businesses; to provide for the continuing review of transportation needs within the state; to authorize the state transportation commission, counties, cities, and villages to borrow money, issue bonds, and make pledges of funds for transportation purposes; to authorize counties to advance funds for the payment of deficiencies necessary for the payment of bonds issued under this act; to provide for the limitations, payment, retirement, and security of the bonds and pledges; to provide for appropriations and tax levies by counties and townships for county roads; to authorize contributions by townships for county roads; to provide for the establishment and administration of the state trunk line fund, local bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds; to provide for the deposits in the state trunk line fund, critical bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds of money raised by specific taxes and fees; to provide for definitions of public transportation functions and criteria; to define the purposes for which Michigan transportation funds may be allocated; to provide for Michigan transportation fund grants; to provide for review and approval of transportation programs; to provide for submission of annual legislative requests and reports; to provide for the establishment and functions of certain advisory entities; to provide for conditions for grants; to provide for the issuance of bonds and notes for transportation purposes; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials; to provide for the making of loans for transportation purposes by the state transportation department and for the receipt and repayment by local units and agencies of those loans from certain specified sources; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending section 9a (MCL 247.659a), as amended by 2018 PA 325.

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

 

 

Reps. Leutheuser, Sneller, Yancey, Mueller, O’Malley, Howell, Meerman and Sheppard introduced

House Bill No. 4972, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending sections 801 and 801j (MCL 257.801 and 257.801j), section 801 as amended by 2018 PA 656 and section 801j as amended by 2014 PA 171.

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

 

 

Reps. Glenn, Bellino, Mueller, Miller, O’Malley, Meerman and Sheppard introduced

House Bill No. 4973, entitled

A bill to amend 1951 PA 51, entitled “An act to provide for the classification of all public roads, streets, and highways in this state, and for the revision of that classification and for additions to and deletions from each classification; to set up and establish the Michigan transportation fund; to provide for the deposits in the Michigan transportation fund of specific taxes on motor vehicles and motor vehicle fuels; to provide for the allocation of funds from the Michigan transportation fund and the use and administration of the fund for transportation purposes; to promote safe and efficient travel for motor vehicle drivers, bicyclists, pedestrians, and other legal users of roads, streets, and highways; to set up and establish the truck safety fund; to provide for the allocation of funds from the truck safety fund and administration of the fund for truck safety purposes; to set up and establish the Michigan truck safety commission; to establish certain standards for road contracts for certain businesses; to provide for the continuing review of transportation needs within the state; to authorize the state transportation commission, counties, cities, and villages to borrow money, issue bonds, and make pledges of funds for transportation purposes; to authorize counties to advance funds for the payment of deficiencies necessary for the payment of bonds issued under this act; to provide for the limitations, payment, retirement, and security of the bonds and pledges; to provide for appropriations and tax levies by counties and townships for county roads; to authorize contributions by townships for county roads; to provide for the establishment and administration of the state trunk line fund, local bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds; to provide for the deposits in the state trunk line fund, critical bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds of money raised by specific taxes and fees; to provide for definitions of public transportation functions and criteria; to define the purposes for which Michigan transportation funds may be allocated; to provide for Michigan transportation fund grants; to provide for review and approval of transportation programs; to provide for submission of annual legislative requests and reports; to provide for the establishment and functions of certain advisory entities; to provide for conditions for grants; to provide for the issuance of bonds and notes for transportation purposes; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials; to provide for the making of loans for transportation purposes by the state transportation department and for the receipt and repayment by local units and agencies of those loans from certain specified sources; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending sections 9a and 12 (MCL 247.659a and 247.662), section 9a as amended by 2018 PA 325 and section 12 as amended by 2015 PA 175.

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

Rep. Hammoud moved that the House adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 2:15 p.m.

 

Associate Speaker Pro Tempore Lilly declared the House adjourned until Tuesday, September 17, at 1:30 p.m.

 

 

GARY L. RANDALL

Clerk of the House of Representatives