No. 93

STATE OF MICHIGAN

JOURNAL

OF THE

House of Representatives

100th Legislature

REGULAR SESSION OF 2020

House Chamber, Lansing, Wednesday, December 2, 2020.

1:30 p.m.

The House was called to order by Associate Speaker Pro Tempore Lilly.

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

Afendoulis—present Farrington—present Jones—present Rabhi—present

Aiyash—present Filler—present Kahle—present Reilly—present

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

Alexander—present Garrett—present Koleszar—present Sabo—present

Allor—present Garza—present Kuppa—present Schroeder—excused

Anthony—present Gay-Dagnogo—present LaFave—present Shannon—present

Bellino—present Glenn—present LaGrand—present Sheppard—present

Berman—present Green—present Lasinski—present Slagh—present

Bolden—excused Greig—present Leutheuser—present Sneller—present

Bollin—present Griffin—present Liberati—present Sowerby—present

Brann—present Guerra—present Lightner—present Stone—present

Brixie—present Haadsma—present Lilly—present Tate—present

Byrd—present Hall—present Love—present VanSingel—present

Calley—present Hammoud—present Lower—present VanWoerkom—present

Cambensy—present Hauck—present Maddock—present Vaupel—present

Camilleri—present Hernandez—present Manoogian—present Wakeman—present

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

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

Chatfield—present Hoitenga—present Meerman—present Wendzel—present

Cherry—present Hood—present Miller—present Wentworth—present

Chirkun—excused Hope—present Mueller—present Whiteford—present

Clemente—present Hornberger—present Neeley, C.—present Whitsett—excused

Cole—present Howell—present O’Malley—present Wittenberg—present

Coleman—present Huizenga—present Pagan—present Witwer—present

Crawford—present Iden—present Paquette—present Wozniak—present

Eisen—present Inman—present Peterson—present Yancey—present

Elder—present Johnson, C.—present Pohutsky—present Yaroch—present

Ellison—present Johnson, S.—present

e/d/s = entered during session

Rep. Aaron Miller, from the 59th District, offered the following invocation:

“Our Heavenly Father,

Thank You for this day that You have made. We give You all the glory and honor that You are due for it and for all things.

Lord, this morning I was reminded of Your son’s warning to us: ‘In this world you will have trouble.’ However, I can take comfort and joy from his subsequent promise given to the disciples that also applies to us: ‘But take heart! I have overcome the world.’ Father, thank You for that promise. We recognize that You are bigger than and over and above all of the things we can see with our little eyes and hear with our little ears and think of with our little minds. Given my own great personal shortcomings, Lord, I’m so grateful for that promise. I think of my own three little girls right now when I beg of You with a contrite heart and a broken spirit: Father, change me like unto a little child so that I might one day enter Your kingdom.

God, for us all, let us finish this race in this chamber that has been laid out for us and, infinitely more importantly, equip us to finish the ultimate race laid out for us as Your ambassadors so that we might one day hear the words, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things.’

It is in the name of Jesus Christ that I pray, amen and amen.”

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Rep. Rabhi moved that Reps. Bolden, Brenda Carter, Chirkun and Whitsett be excused from today’s session.

The motion prevailed.

Rep. Cole moved that Reps. Schroeder and Marino be excused from today’s session.

The motion prevailed.

Motions and Resolutions

Rep. Cole moved that Rule 71 be suspended.

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

By unanimous consent the House considered House Resolution No. 341 out of numerical order.

Reps. Hernandez, Allor, Crawford, Garza, Haadsma and Kuppa offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 341.

A resolution to declare December 2, 2020, as Vein of Galen Malformation Awareness Day in the state of Michigan.

Whereas, On December 2, 2010, Caiden Hernandez was born with a Vein of Galen Malformation, a rare medical condition which often proves fatal if left untreated; and

Whereas, This legislative body has a unique opportunity to educate the public about this condition; and

Whereas, It is believed that less than 500 cases of Vein of Galen Malformation are diagnosed in the United States each year, and

Whereas, Without recognition from this legislative body, it is unlikely that most parents will ever become aware of this condition until it is too late; and

Whereas, Early detection is the key to survivability when treating this disorder; and

Whereas, A prenatal ultrasound late in pregnancy is currently the best way to detect a Vein of Galen Malformation early enough for successful treatment; and

Whereas, Children who receive early treatment for this condition can and do often make a full recovery and go on to lead a long, healthy life; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare December 2, 2020, as Vein of Galen Malformation Awareness Day in the state of Michigan; and be it further

Resolved, That we urge all Michiganders to use this day as an opportunity to educate themselves about Vein of Galen Malformations, and to learn about the importance of early detection in treating this often fatal condition.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted.

Third Reading of Bills

House Bill No. 5976, entitled

A bill to amend 1973 PA 116, entitled “An act to provide for the protection of children through the licensing and regulation of child care organizations; to provide for the establishment of standards of care for child care organizations; to prescribe powers and duties of certain departments of this state and adoption facilitators; to provide penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” (MCL 722.111 to 722.128) by adding section 4c.

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

Roll Call No. 504 Yeas—57

Afendoulis Filler Johnson, S. Reilly

Albert Frederick Kahle Rendon

Alexander Glenn LaFave Sheppard

Allor Green Leutheuser Slagh

Bellino Griffin Lightner VanSingel

Berman Hall Lilly VanWoerkom

Bollin Hauck Lower Vaupel

Brann Hernandez Maddock Wakeman

Byrd Hoitenga Markkanen Webber

Calley Hornberger Meerman Wendzel

Chatfield Howell Miller Wentworth

Cole Huizenga Neeley, C. Whiteford

Crawford Iden O’Malley Wozniak

Eisen Inman Paquette Yaroch

Farrington

Nays—47

Aiyash Garza Kennedy Rabhi

Anthony Gay-Dagnogo Koleszar Sabo

Brixie Greig Kuppa Shannon

Cambensy Guerra LaGrand Sneller

Camilleri Haadsma Lasinski Sowerby

Carter, T. Hammoud Liberati Stone

Cherry Hertel Love Tate

Clemente Hoadley Manoogian Warren

Coleman Hood Mueller Wittenberg

Elder Hope Pagan Witwer

Ellison Johnson, C. Peterson Yancey

Garrett Jones Pohutsky

In The Chair: Lilly

The House agreed to the title of the bill.

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

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

House Bill No. 5977, entitled

A bill to amend 1973 PA 116, entitled “An act to provide for the protection of children through the licensing and regulation of child care organizations; to provide for the establishment of standards of care for child care organizations; to prescribe powers and duties of certain departments of this state and adoption facilitators; to provide penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending section 2 (MCL 722.112), as amended by 2017 PA 257.

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

Roll Call No. 505 Yeas—57

Afendoulis Filler Johnson, S. Reilly

Albert Frederick Kahle Rendon

Alexander Glenn LaFave Sheppard

Allor Green Leutheuser Slagh

Bellino Griffin Lightner VanSingel

Berman Hall Lilly VanWoerkom

Bollin Hauck Lower Vaupel

Brann Hernandez Maddock Wakeman

Byrd Hoitenga Markkanen Webber

Calley Hornberger Meerman Wendzel

Chatfield Howell Miller Wentworth

Cole Huizenga Mueller Whiteford

Crawford Iden O’Malley Wozniak

Eisen Inman Paquette Yaroch

Farrington

Nays—47

Aiyash Garza Kennedy Rabhi

Anthony Gay-Dagnogo Koleszar Sabo

Brixie Greig Kuppa Shannon

Cambensy Guerra LaGrand Sneller

Camilleri Haadsma Lasinski Sowerby

Carter, T. Hammoud Liberati Stone

Cherry Hertel Love Tate

Clemente Hoadley Manoogian Warren

Coleman Hood Neeley, C. Wittenberg

Elder Hope Pagan Witwer

Ellison Johnson, C. Peterson Yancey

Garrett Jones Pohutsky

In The Chair: Lilly

The House agreed to the title of the bill.

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

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

House Bill No. 6333, entitled

A bill to amend 1893 PA 58, entitled “An act to provide for selecting seats for members in the hall of the house of representatives,” by amending section 1 (MCL 4.61).

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

Roll Call No. 506 Yeas—59

Afendoulis Frederick Kahle Sheppard

Albert Garrett LaGrand Slagh

Alexander Glenn Lasinski Sowerby

Allor Green Lightner Tate

Bellino Greig Lilly VanSingel

Berman Hall Lower VanWoerkom

Bollin Hauck Maddock Vaupel

Brann Hernandez Markkanen Wakeman

Calley Hoadley Meerman Webber

Chatfield Hoitenga Miller Wendzel

Cole Hornberger O’Malley Wentworth

Crawford Howell Paquette Whiteford

Eisen Huizenga Pohutsky Wozniak

Farrington Iden Reilly Yaroch

Filler Johnson, S. Rendon

Nays—45

Aiyash Garza Jones Pagan

Anthony Gay-Dagnogo Kennedy Peterson

Brixie Griffin Koleszar Rabhi

Byrd Guerra Kuppa Sabo

Cambensy Haadsma LaFave Shannon

Camilleri Hammoud Leutheuser Sneller

Carter, T. Hertel Liberati Stone

Cherry Hood Love Warren

Clemente Hope Manoogian Wittenberg

Coleman Inman Mueller Witwer

Elder Johnson, C. Neeley, C. Yancey

Ellison

In The Chair: Lilly

The House agreed to the title of the bill.

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

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

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

Comments and Recommendations

Rep. Cole moved that the following remarks be printed in the Journal.

The motion prevailed.

Rep. Guerra:

“Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

As was mentioned yesterday, farewell speeches tend to fall into only a few categories, the grievance category, the thank you category or the complete recitation of one’s life story category. I had initially planned on going the grievance route as serving in the minority for three terms allows one the ability to acquire a long list of resentments and objections to what goes on here. But then I thought about this saying my mom sort of lives by and it goes something like this. Always stop and ask yourself, is what you’re about to say kind? Is it true? Is it necessary? And is it helpful? My grievances are probably 2 for 2 based on those metrics so I have opted for the thank you route instead.

And truly I really welcome the opportunity to publicly thank the people in this world who frankly I feel as though I probably can’t thank enough for all that they have done for me.

First I want to thank the people of the 95th District who chose to put their faith in me with their vote and even those who did not vote for me but have driven me to think critically about every vote that I take in this chamber. I have always felt so undeserving of the love and support I have received from what are often complete strangers, but I am no less thankful for it.

Second, I have to thank my staff, Mary Frank and Rob Mass. Mary has only been with me the last two years but I know she was the missing piece we needed in my first two terms so my only regret is that we did not meet sooner.

Rob was with me from the very beginning in my first term and along with Mary, both have always been more than just staff, you both have been career counselors, life coaches, armchair psychologists and most importantly, friends. I hope you both know I will always support you in whatever career paths you seek and will gladly be your walking billboard ready to tell future employers just how wonderful you both are.

Third I want to thank all the house dems caucus staff for the incredible work and patience they must have. Many thanks to Coffiann Hawthorne, a Saginawian herself and my hometown cheerleader who gave me the confidence boost I needed from the first time I set foot on this floor.

Cynthia Paul, thank you for every call, text or email you provided at any time of day just to ensure I had a response to a question we both know I had already asked you ten times before.

Mitch Albers, thank you for your detailed memos and remarkable ability to know the answer to every last-minute question I posed, the knowledge and experience I will take into my next endeavor, I owe all to you.

Also, many thanks to Liz Kranz and Zach Crim our amazing caucus staff who always made me feel as though deadlines didn’t apply to me because I was always waiting till the last minute to ask you to write or create something for us.

I also must thank Reps. Camilleri, Pagan and Wittenberg for the personal friendships we’ve created. I came into the legislature with Reps. Pagan and Wittenberg and was immediately impressed with Rep Pagan’s obsession with campaigning but also her advocacy for reproductive rights, an issue I know we will both continue to fight for.

I was equally as impressed by Rep. Wittenberg’s prudent commitment to gun violence prevention and more personally, his innate ability to make me laugh at times when the overwhelming weight of the work we do here would get me down.

As for Rep. Camilleri despite us butting heads at the beginning with his only technically accurate proclamations of being the youngest Latino legislator, he has served as a welcomed confidant and I have always envied the thoughtful and innovative ways he communicates with his constituents.

Last but not least, thank you to my family, my friends and especially my husband who sadly no longer takes me for my word when I say I will be home by dinnertime, or when I say I’m taking the weekend off from work, and he really no longer believes me when I promise that our anniversary dates will not double as opportunities to attend community events. I don’t know that I would handle those scenarios as well as he has but that is why he is, without a doubt, my better half.

Thank you for your time today, and good luck.”

Rep. Hoadley:

“Howdy,

In December 2012, I was sitting around the kitchen table of my friend Mary Harper and we were talking about how HD 60 was likely going to be open in 2014. She said to me, ‘you’re going to run.’

I stammered some sort of reply and she cut me off.

‘That wasn’t a question.’

I was volun-told into service, and I’m so glad she did.

The last six years have been a true joy and frustration at times.

There are three phrases that have guided my service over the past six years, and I’m sure my staff are sick of hearing me say them:

1. If we all do a little, we’ll get a lot done.

2. Government can do good things when we have good people in government.

3. Don’t fall behind. It’s hard to catch up.

Every day, there are people here who do a little to get a lot done.

I think about the Bi-Partisan Care Caucus working on long-term care with folks like Bronna Kahle, Padma Kuppa, Mary Whiteford, Darrin Camilleri, Laurie Pohutsky, and more while we were supported for the longest time with the incomparable Laura De Palma.

My seatmate for the past two terms (even if there’s an aisle between us) Kristy Pagan. She was my ride or die on Appropriations knows how to whip a vote. Also, remember when we Lorax-ed that tree bill?

Folks in the Creative Caucus with Rep. Afendoulis, Leslie Love, Sen. Geiss, and other champions for art, culture, and the creative industries. Returning members: keep funding the arts! And actually, fund higher education more, too. Rep. Anthony, you’ve been a champion for students and their families. Keep changing lives.

The people that push us out of our comfort zones a little bit. We all come with different backgrounds. Folks like Rep. Julie Plawecki, my first seatmate. We talked to each other into going to the first House Breakfast Group. I’ve been to every one since, except, ironically, the one where she spoke. I think of her whenever I go.

I think about people like Sen. Moss. We started our legislative service together by ending a long dry spell of LGBTQ representation in the Legislature. Now, he broke another ceiling by serving in the State Senate. At the same time, we came in with a series of news articles contrasting us to more conservative members who were also characterized as anti-LGBTQ equality, including Courser, Gamrat, and Rep. Gary Glenn. One of my favorite memories was sitting at a BBQ on Hayford Street, having a beer with Gary, and realizing he and I had been working on the opposite side of local ballot measures in a ton of cities across the state and country—I’ll note my side won in every one of them—but finding out we actually had plenty of things we could work on together. Gary, I hope you’re doing well. Also Speaker Chatfield, it’s not too late to pass a Pride Month resolution.

Sarah Roberts and Jeff Irwin who showed me that if you keep working around the edges you can make big change. Sam Singh and Winnie Brinks for helping me feel welcome and involved. Rashida Talib who always had another amendment ready to go. And, Stephanie Chang who moves critical legislation because she never stops working.

I think about the little things our Kalamazoo County delegation, past and present, do to get things done. Sen. O’Brien who was the closest thing to a legislative den mother I’ve ever seen. Tag-teaming with Sen. McCann at events. The dry and impeccable sense of humor of David Maturen to the more direct ribbing of Matt Hall, it’s been a pleasure. I do, however, regret that Brandt Iden and I only did one beer tour.

There are good people who have spent their lives doing a little bit every day to help. Gov. Whitmer and Lt. Gov Gilchrist: your leadership for our state has kept us safer.

Robert Wittenberg, my work husband. LaTanya Garret, bestie. Sherry Gay-Dagnogo who’s voice never failed to make me stop and listen. Vanessa Guerra who I couldn’t say no to when she wanted me to fight for an appropriation for her. Abdullah Hammoud, always managed to find another dollar in the budget.

Speaking of budget, I’m lucky to have served the past six years on Appropriations with some of the best folks in this chamber. Pam Farris taught me everything I know. To the team this year, including even Phil Browne and Chairman Shane Hernandez, thank you for working on two crazy budgets in two crazy years. And to Andy Solon, Budget Director Kolb, Bethany Wicksall, Kyle Jenn, Kevin Koorstra, and Mary‑Ann Cleary, thank you for being incredible to work with and getting our state through those two crazy budgets. I’ll miss our never-ending meetings with Sen. Hertel and Kathleen.

And maybe a lesson that is especially important in the era of COVID-19: how to work across the aisle on public health. I think back to the work Rep. Canfield and I did with advocates across the state to modernize our laws related to HIV and public health. Michigan was a state where if someone knew your HIV status, they could weaponize it against you and blackmail you, lest they turn you in for ‘failing to disclose’ your HIV status under certain circumstances. As a result, individuals sometimes wouldn’t even get tested for HIV, delaying treatment and care.

The science said there was a better way, but stigma—and a lack of education on how far treatment has come—stood in the way. Does that sound familiar? Together, we moved a bill through the process that, although far from perfect, made Michigan a little safer for everyone.

Of course, sometimes the things that get done aren’t always for the good.

I remember sitting in this chamber six years ago as this body passed a bill that allowed for discrimination against LGBTQ folks and religious minorities in adoption and foster care. Those of you returning should fix that.

We cannot continue to fester a toxic environment that strips the joy from serving. I hope all of us think about what our personal role is in that because I know many of us want to change that dynamic.

Government can do good things when we have good people in government.

We know many of these folks: Alice, sergeant Dickson and the other sergeants, the committee staff, the folks in the House Business office that answered so many of my questions about healthcare.

The incredible staff: but especially Renee Walker who I thank for helping me sound smarter than I am and Nathan Triplett for keeping me out of jail.

Andy Solon: When we first met, I was convinced you were the absolute wrong pick for our Appropriations staffer, but I’m glad Kris Young knew better than I did. You’re diligent, smart, strategic, and funny. I’m glad you’re a friend.

To Edie Trent watching at home—You helped me learn the ropes of this job and cared so deeply about our constituents.

Melissa Fish: You are one of the brightest people I know. People underestimate you at their peril. You have the ability to bring order to chaos, you’re funny, and you’re kind. You’re one of the people that make things so much better along the way.

And of course, Julie Vogel. The first call I got the day after winning the Democratic primary in 2014 was from Mary Brown who opened with, ‘You’re keeping Julie Vogel, right?’ phrased not as a question but in the volun-told tone I’ve come to appreciate from other strong women. Julie, your friendship, expertise, calm demeanor, and sometimes quiet anger made this job just a little easier. And we had some fun along the way, too, right?

We’re nearing the end of the speech and I feel like I’m not taking my Grandfather’s advice that was repeated so often it practically became our family moto: Don’t fall behind, it’s hard to catch up.

Chris Greig, you’ve been a friend and a leader. I’ve learned so much working along side you, and I can’t wait to see how you’re going to keep changing the world in this next chapter of your life. I’ll miss dropping into your office unannounced.

Kelly Doyle, you’ve been through thick and thin with me. I wouldn’t want to go into battle with anyone else. Also, Benjamin could not ask for a better dog aunt.

Heather Ricketts. You’re my friend since college and I’ve loved watching as our lives keep growing together. Also, it is what it is.

Kris Dieterman, you’ve put up with an awful lot over the past six years. Late nights, weekends packed with projects, way too many rubber chicken dinners. I love you and thank you.

So for everyone else who is thinking about how they can help make their communities a better place, don’t fall behind. Get to work now. My friends on the internet will remember Jake Brewer who passed a few years ago. He worked in the Obama administration. When they were cleaning out his desk, he had a sticky note on his computer that said, ‘cultivate the karass’ and had a quote from President Barack Obama on his computer screen. A karass is a network or group of people who, unknown to themselves, are somehow affiliated or linked specifically to fulfill the will of God. And the quote read, ‘Every day we use all the tools we have to fight cynicism, to unlock the possible, and make life better for the American people and people around the world.’

I’m paying the volun-told favor forward. Go find your people. Raise your voice with an idea to help make life better. Raise your hand for public service. Let’s get to work.”

Rep. Kennedy:

“Thank you Mr. Speaker.

I remember shadowing Pam Faris last year on a day when folks were giving their farewell speech. There was a young representative who was not coming back due to an election outcome. He spoke for about 45 minutes. I will not be doing that.

When my former colleagues from the education community ask me what I enjoy most about serving, I reflect on why I ran for this seat in the first place. To be a voice at the table for a fully and equitably funded public school system. And after explaining the difference between appropriations and policy, I would share that my favorite part about serving were the conversations had when we aren’t in committee or voting on anything specifically. My favorite part of serving has been speaking with my current colleagues on both sides of the aisle about education policy, and hopefully making a difference in their understanding of our current system of Pre-K through college public education system.

We had many of these conversations in the bi-partisan educators caucus with the support and friendship of my colleague Brad Paquette. I also had many of these conversations with the current chairperson of K-12 Appropriations, Aaron Miller. I respect and appreciate them both. I look forward to seeing the continued work of educators’ caucus and leave it in good hands with my friend and colleague, Lori Stone.

But to be frank, we simply need to move to a place in this government where we finally fill the funding gaps for our schools. Public education is a civil right that should be fully funded and supported at the actual cost of educating our children. I will continue advocating for this work until schools are provided at least $11,000 per pupil in a weighted model that moves more money where it is needed most. In addition, I will continue to work for a minimum of the 40% funding for special education from the federal government, as was promised when IDEA was originally passed in 1975. This is a matter of civil rights and social justice and will continue to be my life’s work.

I am appreciative of my partner and chairperson, Rep. VanWoerkem of the MDARD Appropriations Committee, of which I was privileged to be the Vice Chair. It was an honor to advocate for important programs such as Double-Up Food Bucks to help bring healthier food to those who need it, and many agricultural science and economic development programs to help support the agricultural community of the 48th District and the State of Michigan. I think Rep. VanWoerkem and I had probably the LEAST contentious committee partnerships, and for that I am grateful.

I also served on Corrections Appropriations and learned so much through the process. My lens of the corrections system is forever changed because of this work. I am so thankful to our public servants who work to keep our prison system safe, clean, healthy and uplifting to those who seek a second chance.

I carry with me so much pride for having served in the House during THIS term. Forever I will know that I was a member of the 100th Term in this House. I was part of a pink wave—that moved our caucus to full gender parity with the addition of my friend and colleague Cynthia Neeley. I was also part of a blue wave that allowed me to serve with a Governor that I believe will go down in history as one of Michigan’s most effective of all time – against many odds. I was also part of an educator’s wave that brought in many teachers, like myself in both chambers of this beautiful building. I am so honored and consider myself blessed to have been elected for THIS TIME, and to have served during THIS TERM, with all of its unique budgetary challenges and attributes.

I have also learned so much about the brains behind the beauty, specifically I appreciate the brilliance and expertise of Andy Solan, Dan Feinberg, Bill Hamilton and Ashley Steffen, Cynthia Paul, Robin Risko, Jasmine Tompkins and Brandy Johnson. I invite them all to call me regularly, just so I can get my policy nerd fix. It has been a pleasure to work with you all. Alongside them I have learned the value of communications when advocating for those policies, and especially my good friends Rae DeBrander, David Breed and Jeremy Herliczek and the amazing work that they do to make all of us look entirely more attractive than any of us deserve.

Finally I would like to thank Chief Sergeant Dickson and all of the Sergeants who have worked to keep us safe. You all are my heroes. Also Sally for keeping the coffee on, even in the wee hours of the morning. I feel like all of you deserve a medal for your tireless and giving service.

Thank you to Rep Yaroch for allowing me to participate in a loving remembrance of a former student. It meant everything to me.

Thank you to my husband Mike, who is honestly relieved that I am out of this business for now, and adult children and spouses, David and Megan, Joe and Stefanie, and Karissa, who hopefully learned that thick skin is necessary in life, and when you have a moral compass, what other people say in an election really doesn’t matter. It does not change God’s plans or his LOVE for you.

I would be untruthful if I also didn’t share that I have some regrets, most of which is that I won’t be returning in January. I will miss my friends – too many to mention: but especially my freshman class, my Genesee County partners: Senator Ananich, Rep. Sneller, Rep. Cherry, Rep. Neeleys (both of them), and Rep. Mueller. We made a good team. I have so appreciated my mentors, Chris Greig and Donna Lasinski. I love and respect you both.

I will miss TEAM KENNEDY terribly! My staffers Brooke Hansen and Amber Wise have served literally thousands of constituents through the pandemic. If you don’t know Brooke, she is a policy genius. Amber is a social worker at heart, is AMAZING at constituent services, and has learned policy from the best—her gal, Brooke. These two strong women have been like my own family. I know they are going to do great things for this body in the future.

I also will miss the fun an antics of my seatmates: Brenda Carter and Cynthia Johnson, and those within talking distance—Angela Witwer, Alex Garza, Frank Liberati, Kevin Coleman, Julie Brixie, LaTanya Garrett, and Isaac Robinson. Technically, Isaac sat a few rows back, but it often felt like he was right behind me with his larger-than-life presence.

When I was a little girl in school, I was often seated next to the student who needed redirection, a quiet seatmate, or positive peer relationships. Sitting with this crew was kind of like that. Love you guys, and I will forever value your friendship. I will REALLY miss our group chats and regular COVID virtual game nights that helped to get me through the worst of the pandemic.

When I was a teacher, I put a box in the front of my classroom for my students. It was called the ‘Remember When’ box. Whenever something funny or memorable happened in the classroom, a student would write the memory on a slip of paper, beginning with the words, ‘Remember When…’

At the end of the year, we would open the box and read the slips of paper, appreciating those little moments that made us grow closer as a community and a family. If the House had a ‘Remember When’ box, these are some of memories I would have added:

Remember when the VERY last name to be called on seat selection day was Sheryl Kennedy, and I was certain I was going to be skipped over?

Remember when the first week in the House when Jon Hoadley asked if I was Mrs. Kennedy, Kevin Nill’s teacher and asked to take a selfie with me to share with his friend, who had been my student?

Remember when Sarah Anthony drove me around on multiple errands when I had a broken arm and couldn’t drive my car because I came to Lansing directly from the hospital? Thank you Sarah for your friendship.

Remember when Jelani literally hurdled over all of the desks between the Dias and Rep. Isaacson’s desk to keep him from getting kicked out when he was being gaveled down…again. Jelani knows that when I am old, in the nursing home, and have lost every memory of my own family, the memory of his face at that moment will still be there?

Remember when Brenda and I were collecting money for a betting pool regarding when we were finally going to end session on No-Fault night? Then we decided it was probably illegal, so we let Cynthia do it.

Remember when Cindy Neeley thought she was just coming into session to sign some paperwork, but ended up with a whole swearing-in ceremony and didn’t go home until 2:00 am?

Remember when Leslie Love and Sheryl Kennedy did DC? It was so great getting to know you and I will value the friendship that began there.

Remember when Ronnie Peterson said the absolutely nicest things to this freshman Representative after her floor speech? Ronnie, I respect you so much. That meant everything to me.

Remember when Kristy Pagan had twins and let me look at her every day with the: ‘I wish I were a grandma’ look.

Remember when LaTanya Garrett offered to let me be her adopted grandmother for her children?

Side note: I REALLY want to be a grandma.

Remember Playing Pandemic House Party before caucus meetings? You know who you are.

Remember when the crazy people with the scary voices were screaming outside our doors? Some of them intent on taking us hostage—ALL of us - in a bipartisan way, and burning down the building? I wonder how much we would care about who was ‘blue’ or ‘red’ if they had been successful? I sure hope someone makes sure those rules are changed so that never happens again.

Remember meeting off-site for GREAT discussions about education in Ed Caucus and REALLY being honest with each other about education in our great state? Imagine how effective this body would be if we could always interact in that way. We would get so many great things done for the people of Michigan.

Remember a desk draped in black because of this terrible pandemic. This, sadly, I will always remember.

Which leads me to my last point.

I never intended to be a politician. I have simply desired to do God’s work, and to serve others. Unlike many in this room, my husband, nor my father served before me. I did not cut my teeth as a staffer or work alongside great people in DC before I came here. I am not a person of means, who can do this work for the fun of it, or for the title. Not that there is ANYTHING wrong about any of those scenarios. But they do speak to the privilege that many of us came with into this body, and will return to when you leave.

My father didn’t speak English until he was taught it at a public school. My mother didn’t graduate from high school until she was 46. But together, with the support of a system that WORKED for everyone, they provided a middle class life to their five children, and one of them even attained her Ph.D. and served in the State House.

At the end of every service at my church we say in community, ‘…and now Lord, send us out to do the work you have given us to do.’ I believe that God directed me to this seat, in this House at this time to do that work. I believe just as strongly, that my work is not done and I am excited about the next work God has in store for me. That work WILL be continuing to advocate for the benefit of public education in some way or fashion…and who knows…I may be back someday to finish my work here.

It is in God’s hands, and for all of that, and for all of this – here in this House, I am thankful. I wish you all God’s blessings, and hope that every one of you and all of the new members entering this body next term accomplish much for the people we serve.

Thank you all for your friendship, time and attention.”

Rep. Liberati:

“THANK YOU MR. SPEAKER

Colleagues, after listening to many former member’s farewell speeches, some very reflect full, some very contentious, some very funny, and some way way too long, (Fred Durhal!), I had a hard time deciding what I wanted to say in my own farewell speech. I decided to stay away from the contentious stuff, and in the interest of time, not talk about the personal satisfaction of helping constituents or completing some of my legislative priorities. Instead, I’m going to concentrate on the good memories I have made and say many ‘thankyous’.

I say ‘concentrate’ on the good memories because as you all know, especially my fellow third termers, we have experienced some very sorrowful times here in this chamber. I’m not sure how many State Representatives have passed away while serving in office, but losing four friends and colleagues during my six years in the house will always be a very sad memory. My Italian Caucus friend Peter Pettalia, the always friendly Julie Plawecki, Mr. joker John Kivela, and the always passionate Isaac Robinson. They never got to give a farewell speech, but I will have fond memories of them for the rest of my life. May they all rest in peace.

On to the good times and thankyous!

The first and biggest thank you absolutely goes to my wife, Nina. Nina, I love you and definitely look forward to spending the rest of my life with you. We make a hell of a team!

Of course, my three sons are next. Nick, having your dad as a roommate for your last 3 and a half years at Michigan State University probably wasn’t as fun for you, but I loved it!

Angelo, you have had a very rough 6 years but I admire your awesome attitude. You have been through more than any 25 year old should have to go through. Keep up the good fight. Antonio, I don’t know anyone who enjoyed going to the events we went to more than you. You just loved being in a suite HIGH up at the top of Spartan Stadium and the other venues we were able to visit. Sleeping on your air mattress at the apartment was also something you loved about being in Lansing. Thanks for being a part of the memories.

Next up is the great staff I had during my years in the house. Travis Greer, Zoe Ahlstrom, Trent Wolf, and Bill Drake. Your experience, guidance, and commitment to serving our constituents was very much appreciated. My time was much more enjoyable and effective because of you.

To my employees back home. WOW. What can I say. My biggest worry about coming to Lansing was how my business was going to do without me working there and supervising the day to day operations. I was going to leave my 15 year old successful business to a bunch of kids in their 20’s. Like I said, WOW! Mike Pierfederici, and Shelby Druyor, you’re the best. Your dedication and actual concern for the store was more than I ever hoped for. I couldn’t ask for better managers.

Joshua Pinkowski, Megan Beck, Meghan Millner, Mike Wiese, Jordan Bradley, Bethany Nutter, and Peggy Siwka, without all of you working so hard and being so good with our customers, I would never have been able to enjoy my time in Lansing. I appreciate and thank each and every one of you.

On to the many thankyous to the people I’ve met here in Lansing.

Speakers Cotter, Leonard, and Chatfield, and Leaders Greimel, Singh, and Greig, thank you for the leadership you have provided.

Clerks Randall and Brown, Thanks for putting up with us, I don’t know how, or for that matter, why, you do it.

Alice, as the saying goes, ‘you don’t know what you have till it’s gone’, We miss you and hope you are doing well.

Chief Dickson, I’ll never forget, I asked you the first time we met, ‘so you really gonna take a bullet for me if you had to?’ You looked at me kind of funny and said ‘HELL NO, but I’ll sure as hell shoot the son of a gun who put the bullet in YOU!’ To you Chief, and all the Sergeants, thank you for helping us feel safe in these crazy times.

To my smoking buddies, Fred Durhal, Erica Geiss, Tom Cochran, Beau LaFave, and Pam Faris. It’s a nasty habit we all should quit, but boy did we have some good conversations.

To my ‘dinner and drinks’ friends, Alex Garza, John Chirkun, Nate Shannon, Brenda Carter, Kevin Coleman, Terry Sabo, Bill LaVoy, Pat Green, and Sara Cambensy, man, did we have some good times.

To my golfing buddies, Leslie Love, Matt Hall, Brandt Iden, Robert Wittenberg, Graham Filler, and Bob Kosowski, even though my game wasn’t always the best, I cherish the memories of our time on the course together.

Paul Clemente, even though the member who replaced you was an upgrade, your wonderful wife Cara, it was still a pleasure serving with you.

Others that have been a pleasure to work with and have given me many fond memories of these past six years are…

Mike Callton, Rosemary Robinson, Kathy Crawford, Julie and Brian Calley, Ben Frederick, Darrin Camilleri, John Hoadley, David LaGrand, and Lana Theis.

I also would like to give my seatmates Alex Garza and Robert Wittenberg, a special thank you. Our time on the floor wasn’t always productive or even enjoyable, but your company always made it much better. Thank you.

Well that’s about it. I could go on and on but even though I’ve been gavelled down a few times over the years, I don’t want to be gavelled down during my farewell speech like someone else we know. That wouldn’t be a good memory at all!

Thank you Mr. Speaker and thank you all!”

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of

Third Reading of Bills

House Bill No. 5731, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending section 314 (MCL 257.314), as amended by 2011 PA 159, and by adding section 314c.

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

Roll Call No. 507 Yeas—104

Afendoulis Filler Johnson, S. Pohutsky

Aiyash Frederick Jones Rabhi

Albert Garrett Kahle Reilly

Alexander Garza Kennedy Rendon

Allor Gay-Dagnogo Koleszar Sabo

Anthony Glenn Kuppa Shannon

Bellino Green LaFave Sheppard

Berman Greig LaGrand Slagh

Bollin Griffin Lasinski Sneller

Brann Guerra Leutheuser Sowerby

Brixie Haadsma Liberati Stone

Byrd Hall Lightner Tate

Calley Hammoud Lilly VanSingel

Cambensy Hauck Love VanWoerkom

Camilleri Hernandez Lower Vaupel

Carter, T. Hertel Maddock Wakeman

Chatfield Hoadley Manoogian Warren

Cherry Hoitenga Markkanen Webber

Clemente Hood Meerman Wendzel

Cole Hope Miller Wentworth

Coleman Hornberger Mueller Whiteford

Crawford Howell Neeley, C. Wittenberg

Eisen Huizenga O’Malley Witwer

Elder Iden Pagan Wozniak

Ellison Inman Paquette Yancey

Farrington Johnson, C. Peterson Yaroch

Nays—0

In The Chair: Hornberger

The question being on agreeing to the title of the bill,

Rep. Cole moved to amend the title to read as follows:

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending sections 216, 226, 233a, 255, 301, 306, 306a, 309, 312f, 312k, 314, and 801k (MCL 257.216, 257.226, 257.233a, 257.255, 257.301, 257.306, 257.306a, 257.309, 257.312f, 257.312k, 257.314, and 257.801k), sections 216, 226, 255, 301, 306, 306a, 309, 312f, 312k, 314, and 801k as amended by 2020 PA 241 and section 233a as amended by 2000 PA 82.

The motion prevailed.

The House agreed to the title as amended.

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

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

House Bill No. 5729, entitled

A bill to amend 1972 PA 222, entitled “An act to provide for an official personal identification card; to provide for its form, issuance and use; to regulate the use and disclosure of information obtained from the card; to prescribe the powers and duties of the secretary of state; to prescribe fees; to prescribe certain penalties for violations; and to provide an appropriation for certain purposes,” by amending section 2 (MCL 28.292), as amended by 2018 PA 669, and by adding section 2a.

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

Roll Call No. 508 Yeas—104

Afendoulis Filler Johnson, S. Pohutsky

Aiyash Frederick Jones Rabhi

Albert Garrett Kahle Reilly

Alexander Garza Kennedy Rendon

Allor Gay-Dagnogo Koleszar Sabo

Anthony Glenn Kuppa Shannon

Bellino Green LaFave Sheppard

Berman Greig LaGrand Slagh

Bollin Griffin Lasinski Sneller

Brann Guerra Leutheuser Sowerby

Brixie Haadsma Liberati Stone

Byrd Hall Lightner Tate

Calley Hammoud Lilly VanSingel

Cambensy Hauck Love VanWoerkom

Camilleri Hernandez Lower Vaupel

Carter, T. Hertel Maddock Wakeman

Chatfield Hoadley Manoogian Warren

Cherry Hoitenga Markkanen Webber

Clemente Hood Meerman Wendzel

Cole Hope Miller Wentworth

Coleman Hornberger Mueller Whiteford

Crawford Howell Neeley, C. Wittenberg

Eisen Huizenga O’Malley Witwer

Elder Iden Pagan Wozniak

Ellison Inman Paquette Yancey

Farrington Johnson, C. Peterson Yaroch

Nays—0

In The Chair: Hornberger

The question being on agreeing to the title of the bill,

Rep. Cole moved to amend the title to read as follows:

A bill to amend 1972 PA 222, entitled “An act to provide for an official personal identification card; to provide for its form, issuance and use; to regulate the use and disclosure of information obtained from the card; to prescribe the powers and duties of the secretary of state; to prescribe fees; to prescribe certain penalties for violations; and to provide an appropriation for certain purposes,” by amending section 2 (MCL 28.292), as amended by 2020 PA 242.

The motion prevailed.

The House agreed to the title as amended.

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

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

House Bill No. 5735, entitled

A bill to amend 2008 PA 23, entitled “Enhanced driver license and enhanced official state personal identification card act,” by amending section 5 (MCL 28.305), as amended by 2018 PA 606, and by adding section 5a.

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

Roll Call No. 509 Yeas—104

Afendoulis Filler Johnson, S. Pohutsky

Aiyash Frederick Jones Rabhi

Albert Garrett Kahle Reilly

Alexander Garza Kennedy Rendon

Allor Gay-Dagnogo Koleszar Sabo

Anthony Glenn Kuppa Shannon

Bellino Green LaFave Sheppard

Berman Greig LaGrand Slagh

Bollin Griffin Lasinski Sneller

Brann Guerra Leutheuser Sowerby

Brixie Haadsma Liberati Stone

Byrd Hall Lightner Tate

Calley Hammoud Lilly VanSingel

Cambensy Hauck Love VanWoerkom

Camilleri Hernandez Lower Vaupel

Carter, T. Hertel Maddock Wakeman

Chatfield Hoadley Manoogian Warren

Cherry Hoitenga Markkanen Webber

Clemente Hood Meerman Wendzel

Cole Hope Miller Wentworth

Coleman Hornberger Mueller Whiteford

Crawford Howell Neeley, C. Wittenberg

Eisen Huizenga O’Malley Witwer

Elder Iden Pagan Wozniak

Ellison Inman Paquette Yancey

Farrington Johnson, C. Peterson Yaroch

Nays—0

In The Chair: Hornberger

The question being on agreeing to the title of the bill,

Rep. Cole moved to amend the title to read as follows:

A bill to amend 2008 PA 23, entitled “Enhanced driver license and enhanced official state personal identification card act,” by amending sections 4 and 6 (MCL 28.304 and 28.306), as amended by 2020 PA 243.

The motion prevailed.

The House agreed to the title as amended.

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

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

House Bill No. 6313, entitled

A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled “Occupational code,” by amending section 2504a (MCL 339.2504a), as amended by 2017 PA 56.

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

Roll Call No. 510 Yeas—104

Afendoulis Filler Johnson, S. Pohutsky

Aiyash Frederick Jones Rabhi

Albert Garrett Kahle Reilly

Alexander Garza Kennedy Rendon

Allor Gay-Dagnogo Koleszar Sabo

Anthony Glenn Kuppa Shannon

Bellino Green LaFave Sheppard

Berman Greig LaGrand Slagh

Bollin Griffin Lasinski Sneller

Brann Guerra Leutheuser Sowerby

Brixie Haadsma Liberati Stone

Byrd Hall Lightner Tate

Calley Hammoud Lilly VanSingel

Cambensy Hauck Love VanWoerkom

Camilleri Hernandez Lower Vaupel

Carter, T. Hertel Maddock Wakeman

Chatfield Hoadley Manoogian Warren

Cherry Hoitenga Markkanen Webber

Clemente Hood Meerman Wendzel

Cole Hope Miller Wentworth

Coleman Hornberger Mueller Whiteford

Crawford Howell Neeley, C. Wittenberg

Eisen Huizenga O’Malley Witwer

Elder Iden Pagan Wozniak

Ellison Inman Paquette Yancey

Farrington Johnson, C. Peterson Yaroch

Nays—0

In The Chair: Hornberger

The House agreed to the title of the bill.

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

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

House Bill No. 5679, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 295, entitled “Sex offenders registration act,” by amending sections 2, 3, 3a, 4, 4a, 5, 5a, 7, 8, 9, 33, and 34 (MCL 28.722, 28.723, 28.723a, 28.724, 28.724a, 28.725, 28.725a, 28.727, 28.728, 28.729, 28.733, and 28.734), section 2 as amended by 2014 PA 328, sections 3, 3a, 4, 4a, and 5 as amended by 2011 PA 17, section 5a as amended by 2019 PA 82, sections 7 and 9 as amended by 2011 PA 18, section 8 as amended by 2013 PA 2, section 33 as added by 2005 PA 127, and section 34 as amended by 2005 PA 322, and by adding section 2a.

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

Roll Call No. 511 Yeas—80

Afendoulis Farrington Johnson, S. Sabo

Albert Filler Koleszar Shannon

Alexander Frederick Kuppa Sheppard

Allor Garza LaFave Slagh

Bellino Gay-Dagnogo LaGrand Sneller

Berman Glenn Leutheuser Sowerby

Bollin Green Liberati Stone

Brann Greig Lightner Tate

Byrd Griffin Lilly VanSingel

Calley Guerra Lower VanWoerkom

Cambensy Haadsma Maddock Vaupel

Carter, T. Hall Manoogian Wakeman

Chatfield Hauck Markkanen Webber

Cherry Hernandez Meerman Wendzel

Clemente Hoitenga Miller Wentworth

Cole Hornberger Mueller Whiteford

Crawford Howell O’Malley Witwer

Eisen Huizenga Paquette Wozniak

Elder Iden Reilly Yancey

Ellison Inman Rendon Yaroch

Nays—24

Aiyash Hammoud Jones Pagan

Anthony Hertel Kahle Peterson

Brixie Hoadley Kennedy Pohutsky

Camilleri Hood Lasinski Rabhi

Coleman Hope Love Warren

Garrett Johnson, C. Neeley, C. Wittenberg

In The Chair: Hornberger

The question being on agreeing to the title of the bill,

Rep. Cole moved to amend the title to read as follows:

A bill to amend 1994 PA 295, entitled “Sex offenders registration act,” by amending sections 2, 3a, 4, 4a, 5, 5a, 7, 8, and 9 (MCL 28.722, 28.723a, 28.724, 28.724a, 28.725, 28.725a, 28.727, 28.728, and 28.729), section 2 as amended by 2014 PA 328, section 3a as added by 2011 PA 17, sections 4, 4a, and 5 as amended by 2011 PA 17, section 5a as amended by 2019 PA 82, sections 7 and 9 as amended by 2011 PA 18, and section 8 as amended by 2013 PA 2; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

The motion prevailed.

The House agreed to the title as amended.

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

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

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of

Reports of Select Committees

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The following report, submitted by Rep. Hall, Chair, of the Joint Select Committee on the COVID-19 Pandemic, was received and read:

Meeting held on: Wednesday, December 2, 2020

Present: Reps. Hall, Aric Nesbitt, Calley, O’Malley, Tyrone Carter, Kimberly LaSata, Wayne Schmidt, Hertel and Adam Hollier

Absent: Rep. Guerra

Excused: Rep. Guerra

Reports of Standing Committees

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

House Bill No. 6440, entitled

A bill to set forth the methods for local governments and other governmental entities to provide public notices; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain public entities; and to prescribe the duties of certain private entities.

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

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

Favorable Roll Call

To Report Out:

Yeas: Reps. Sheppard, Cole and Lilly

Nays: Reps. Greig and Rabhi

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

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

Meeting held on: Tuesday, December 1, 2020

Present: Reps. Sheppard, Cole, Lilly, Greig and Rabhi

The Committee on Local Government and Municipal Finance, by Rep. Lower, Chair, referred

House Bill No. 4828, entitled

A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending section 7u (MCL 211.7u), as amended by 2012 PA 135.

to the Committee on Ways and Means with the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted.

Favorable Roll Call

To Refer:

Yeas: Reps. Lower, Crawford, Calley, Howell, Eisen, Markkanen and Paquette

Nays: None

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

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The following report, submitted by Rep. Lower, Chair, of the Committee on Local Government and Municipal Finance, was received and read:

Meeting held on: Wednesday, December 2, 2020

Present: Reps. Lower, Crawford, Calley, Howell, Eisen, Markkanen, Paquette, Ellison, Sowerby, Garza, Hope and Kuppa

Absent: Rep. Marino

Excused: Rep. Marino

The Committee on Families, Children, and Seniors, by Rep. Crawford, Chair, referred

House Bill No. 6124, entitled

A bill to amend 1981 PA 180, entitled “Older Michiganians act,” (MCL 400.581 to 400.594) by adding section 6l.

to the Committee on Ways and Means with the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted.

Favorable Roll Call

To Refer:

Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Farrington, Hoitenga, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati and Cynthia Johnson

Nays: None

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

The Committee on Families, Children, and Seniors, by Rep. Crawford, Chair, reported

House Resolution No. 314.

A resolution to affirm the right of patients and families to direct health care decisions.

(For text of resolution, see House Journal No. 73, p. 1657.)

With the recommendation that the resolution be adopted.

Favorable Roll Call

To Report Out:

Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Farrington, Hoitenga, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati and Cynthia Johnson

Nays: None

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The following report, submitted by Rep. Crawford, Chair, of the Committee on Families, Children, and Seniors, was received and read:

Meeting held on: Wednesday, December 2, 2020

Present: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Farrington, Hoitenga, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati and Cynthia Johnson

Absent: Rep. Brenda Carter

Excused: Rep. Brenda Carter

The Committee on Tax Policy, by Rep. Afendoulis, Chair, referred

Senate Bill No. 1035, entitled

A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” by amending sections 325, 687, and 701 (MCL 206.325, 206.687, and 206.701), section 325 as amended by 2011 PA 38, section 687 as added by 2011 PA 38, and section 701 as amended by 2011 PA 311, and by adding chapter 18.

to the Committee on Ways and Means.

Favorable Roll Call

To Refer:

Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Hall, O’Malley, Ellison, Lasinski and Cynthia Neeley

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means.

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

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

Meeting held on: Tuesday, December 1, 2020

Present: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Hall, O’Malley, Ellison, Lasinski and Cynthia Neeley

Absent: Reps. Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg and Whitsett

Excused: Reps. Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg and Whitsett

The Committee on Judiciary, by Rep. Filler, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 5029, entitled

A bill to amend 1965 PA 213, entitled “An act to provide for setting aside the conviction in certain criminal cases; to provide for the effect of such action; to provide for the retention of certain nonpublic records and their use; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain public agencies and officers; and to prescribe penalties,” by amending section 1 (MCL 780.621), as amended by 2016 PA 336.

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-3) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

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

Favorable Roll Call

To Report Out:

Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand and Guerra

Nays: None

The Committee on Judiciary, by Rep. Filler, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 6448, entitled

A bill to amend 2020 PA 238, entitled “An act to prohibit an employer from taking certain actions against an employee who does not report to work under certain circumstances related to COVID-19; to prohibit an employee from reporting to work under certain circumstances related to COVID-19; to prohibit discrimination and retaliation for engaging in certain activities; and to provide remedies,” by amending sections 1 and 5 (MCL 419.401 and 419.405).

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

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

Favorable Roll Call

To Report Out:

Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand and Guerra

Nays: None

The Committee on Judiciary, by Rep. Filler, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 6453, entitled

A bill to amend 1965 PA 213, entitled “An act to provide for setting aside the conviction in certain criminal cases; to provide for the effect of such action; to provide for the retention of certain nonpublic records and their use; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain public agencies and officers; and to prescribe penalties,” by amending section 1c (MCL 780.621c), as added by 2020 PA 187.

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-3) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

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

Favorable Roll Call

To Report Out:

Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand and Guerra

Nays: None

The Committee on Judiciary, by Rep. Filler, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 6467, entitled

A bill to amend 2020 PA 238, entitled “An act to prohibit an employer from taking certain actions against an employee who does not report to work under certain circumstances related to COVID-19; to prohibit an employee from reporting to work under certain circumstances related to COVID-19; to prohibit discrimination and retaliation for engaging in certain activities; and to provide remedies,” by amending sections 1 and 5 (MCL 419.401 and 419.405).

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

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

Favorable Roll Call

To Report Out:

Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak and LaGrand

Nays: Reps. Guerra and Elder

The Committee on Judiciary, by Rep. Filler, Chair, reported

Senate Bill No. 1090, entitled

A bill to amend 1982 PA 295, entitled “Support and parenting time enforcement act,” by amending section 5d (MCL 552.605d), as amended by 2014 PA 380.

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

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

Favorable Roll Call

To Report Out:

Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra and Elder

Nays: None

The Committee on Judiciary, by Rep. Filler, Chair, reported

Senate Bill No. 1091, entitled

A bill to amend 1982 PA 294, entitled “Friend of the court act,” by amending section 17 (MCL 552.517), as amended by 2019 PA 27, and by adding section 17f.

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

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

Favorable Roll Call

To Report Out:

Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra and Elder

Nays: None

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

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

Meeting held on: Wednesday, December 2, 2020

Present: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra and Elder

Absent: Reps. Yancey and Bolden

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

House Bill No. 4426, entitled

A bill to amend 1996 PA 195, entitled “Police officer’s and fire fighter’s survivor tuition grant act,” by amending sections 2 and 3 (MCL 390.1242 and 390.1243), section 2 as amended by 2016 PA 295 and section 3 as amended by 2012 PA 470.

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. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy and Tate

Nays: None

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

House Bill No. 6292, entitled

A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled “Mental health code,” (MCL 330.1001 to 330.2106) by adding sections 273a and 273b.

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. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy and Tate

Nays: None

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

House Bill No. 6322, entitled

A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled “General sales tax act,” by amending section 25 (MCL 205.75), as amended by 2020 PA 29.

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. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy and Tate

Nays: None

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

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

Meeting held on: Wednesday, December 2, 2020

Present: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy and Tate

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

House Bill No. 4992, entitled

A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” (MCL 206.1 to 206.713) by adding section 260.

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. Sheppard, Cole, Lilly, Greig and Rabhi

Nays: None

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

House Bill No. 6465, entitled

A bill to amend 2018 PA 365, entitled “Small wireless communications facilities deployment act,” by amending sections 3 and 5 (MCL 460.1303 and 460.1305).

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. Sheppard, Cole and Lilly

Nays: Rep. Rabhi

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

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

Meeting held on: Wednesday, December 2, 2020

Present: Reps. Sheppard, Cole, Lilly, Greig and Rabhi

Second Reading of Bills

House Bill No. 6440, entitled

A bill to set forth the methods for local governments and other governmental entities to provide public notices; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain public entities; and to prescribe the duties of certain private entities.

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

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

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

The motion prevailed.

Rep. Cole 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. 6440, entitled

A bill to set forth the methods for local governments and other governmental entities to provide public notices; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain public entities; and to prescribe the duties of certain private entities.

The bill was read a third time.

The question being on the passage of the bill,

Rep. Cole moved that consideration of the bill be postponed temporarily.

The motion prevailed.

House Bill No. 6233, entitled

A bill to amend 1981 PA 118, entitled “Motor vehicle franchise act,” by amending sections 6, 14, 17, and 17a (MCL 445.1566, 445.1574, 445.1577, and 445.1577a), sections 6, 14, and 17 as amended by 2018 PA 668 and section 17a as added by 2018 PA 668, and by adding sections 17c and 17d.

The bill was read a third time.

The question being on the passage of the bill,

Rep. Sheppard moved to amend the bill as follows:

1. Amend page 16, line 21, by striking out all of sections 17a and 17c.

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

The question being on the passage of the bill,

Rep. Greig moved to substitute (H-4) the bill.

The motion was seconded and the substitute (H-4) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

The question being on the passage of the bill,

Rep. Cole moved to reconsider the vote by which the House adopted the substitute (H-4).

The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

The question being on the adoption of the substitute (H-4) offered by Rep. Greig,

The substitute (H-4) was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not 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. 512 Yeas—65

Afendoulis Crawford Inman Sabo

Albert Eisen Johnson, C. Sheppard

Alexander Farrington Jones Slagh

Allor Filler Kahle Sneller

Bellino Frederick Leutheuser Tate

Bollin Garrett Lightner VanSingel

Brann Garza Lilly VanWoerkom

Brixie Gay-Dagnogo Love Vaupel

Byrd Green Lower Wakeman

Calley Griffin Markkanen Webber

Cambensy Hall Meerman Wendzel

Carter, T. Hauck Mueller Wentworth

Chatfield Hertel O’Malley Whiteford

Cherry Hornberger Paquette Witwer

Clemente Howell Peterson Wozniak

Cole Iden Rabhi Yancey

Coleman

Nays—39

Aiyash Hammoud Kuppa Pohutsky

Anthony Hernandez LaFave Reilly

Berman Hoadley LaGrand Rendon

Camilleri Hoitenga Lasinski Shannon

Elder Hood Liberati Sowerby

Ellison Hope Maddock Stone

Glenn Huizenga Manoogian Warren

Greig Johnson, S. Miller Wittenberg

Guerra Kennedy Neeley, C. Yaroch

Haadsma Koleszar Pagan

In The Chair: Hornberger

The question being on agreeing to the title of the bill,

Rep. Cole moved to amend the title to read as follows:

A bill to amend 1981 PA 118, entitled “Motor vehicle franchise act by amending sections 6, 14, and 17a (MCL 445.1566, 445.1574, and 445.1577a), sections 6 and 14 as amended by 2018 PA 668, and section 17a as added by 2018 PA 668.

The motion prevailed.

The House agreed to the title as amended.

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

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

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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

Motions and Resolutions

The Speaker, on behalf of the entire membership of the House of Representatives, offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 337.

A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Vanessa Guerra.

Whereas, The members of this legislative body are privileged to recognize and thank Representative Guerra for her great work and accomplishments in the House of Representatives. She served her constituents of the Ninety-fifth District in Saginaw County and all the people of the state with sincerity and integrity; and

Whereas, Vanessa Guerra obtained her bachelor’s degrees in political science and Latino studies from the University of Michigan and a juris doctor from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law. She worked as an academic advisor at Delta Community College and in other capacities to guide youth on pursuing their educational and career goals. She also volunteered as an advocate for victims of domestic violence. Before serving in the Legislature, she sat on the Bridgeport Township Board; and

Whereas, Throughout three terms of service dating back to her first election in 2014, Representative Guerra has served with distinction. Her leadership qualities were evidenced during her time as minority vice chair on the Elections and Ethics and Criminal Justice committees, as well as the Joint Select Committee on the COVID-19 Pandemic. She tackled many other issues serving on the Communications and Technology, Judiciary, and Law and Justice committees. Legislation to reform the state’s indigent defense and juvenile justice systems were some of the measures she worked to pass. Her legislative service was marked by thoughtful deliberation and an eye toward helping all people; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of tribute to commend and thank the Honorable Vanessa Guerra for her notable contributions to this legislative body and to our state; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Guerra 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. 338.

A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Jon Hoadley.

Whereas, It is with great appreciation that we thank Representative Jon Hoadley for his service with the Michigan House of Representatives over the past six years. Representative Hoadley was first elected in 2014 to represent the people of the Sixtieth District, which includes Kalamazoo and portions of the city of Portage and Kalamazoo Township. Over the past three terms, he has served his district and all of Michigan with integrity and honor; and

Whereas, Prior to joining the Legislature, Representative Hoadley earned a bachelor’s degree in social relations and a bachelor’s degree in women’s studies from Michigan State University. His educational background, combined with his experience as a small business owner and activist, brought a valuable perspective to the Legislature; and

Whereas, Representative Hoadley served on the Elections Committee and served as minority vice chair of the Appropriations Committee. In addition, Representative Hoadley was a member of several Appropriations subcommittees — including General Government, Health and Human Services, Environmental Quality, and Higher Education and Community Colleges — and minority vice chair of the Agriculture and Rural Development, Judiciary, and Higher Education subcommittees. Representative Hoadley focused on a wide range of issues during his time in the Legislature, including nonpartisan redistricting, term limit reform, education, and discrimination; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of tribute to commend and thank the Honorable Jon Hoadley for his notable contributions to this legislative body and to our state; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Hoadley 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. 339.

A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Sheryl Y. Kennedy.

Whereas, The members of this legislative body proudly thank Representative Kennedy for her valuable service to the House of Representatives. She strived for the betterment of her constituents of the Forty‑eighth District in Genesee County and all Michiganders; and

Whereas, Sheryl Kennedy has an extensive education, with a bachelor’s degree from Seattle Pacific University, a master’s degree from Marygrove College, and a Ph.D. from Oakland University. She put her education to good use working in the field of public education for 30 years in many roles, including as principal in the Walled Lake Consolidated School District; and

Whereas, Elected in 2018, Representative Kennedy served her term in this body with great distinction. She was a member of the Appropriations Committee, where she sat on the Corrections and the School Aid and Department of Education subcommittees. She also provided leadership as minority vice chair of the Agriculture and Rural Development Appropriations Subcommittee. She was steadfast in her work on the state budget, while also contributing to policy development on education, labor, and other matters. Her expertise was a great asset to this chamber; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of tribute to commend and thank the Honorable Sheryl Y. Kennedy for her notable contributions to this legislative body and to our state; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Kennedy 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. 340.

A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Frank Liberati.

Whereas, It is with great admiration for his commitment to the Michigan House of Representatives and the people of the Thirteenth District located in Allen Park, Southgate, and Dearborn Heights that we honor Representative Frank Liberati upon completion of his service as a member of this legislative body. During his six years of service, his ongoing dedication to improving the lives of Michiganders has benefited not only his constituents but the entire state of Michigan; and

Whereas, Representative Liberati earned his bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University. Prior to his election to the House of Representatives in 2014, he spent more than 15 years as a marketing manager for two semi-trailer manufacturing companies, and he and his wife have operated Liberati’s Italian Deli and Bakery since 2001. He has also served as president of the Allen Park Board of Education; and

Whereas, Elected three times to the House of Representatives, Frank Liberati has championed numerous pieces of legislation to protect and advocate for children and vulnerable adults. Representative Liberati co-founded and served as co-chair of the bipartisan Disabilities Awareness Caucus. His knowledge proved indispensable in his leadership and service as minority vice chair of the Health Policy Committee and Families, Children, and Seniors Committee. He also served as a dedicated member on the committees on Law and Justice, Regulatory Reform, and Workforce and Talent Development. His hard work and dedication to the people of Michigan have greatly enriched the efforts of the Legislature during his time in office; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of tribute to commend and thank the Honorable Frank Liberati for his notable contributions to this legislative body and to our state; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Liberati as evidence of our gratitude and best wishes.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted.

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of

Announcement by the Clerk of Printing and Enrollment

The Clerk announced that the following bills had been reproduced and made available electronically on Tuesday, December 1:

House Bill Nos. 6454 6455 6456 6457 6458 6459 6460 6461 6462 6463 6464 6465 6466 6467 6468

Reports of Standing Committees

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

House Bill No. 5484, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending section 9123 (MCL 333.9123), as added by 1988 PA 487.

to the Committee on Ways and Means.

Favorable Roll Call

To Refer:

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

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means.

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

House Bill No. 5615, entitled

A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled “Mental health code,” by amending sections 134, 147, and 720 (MCL 330.1134, 330.1147, and 330.1720), section 134 as amended by 2015 PA 59, section 147 as amended by 2006 PA 27, and section 720 as added by 1995 PA 290.

to the Committee on Ways and Means with the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted.

Favorable Roll Call

To Refer:

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

Nays: None

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

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

House Bill No. 6452, entitled

A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled “Mental health code,” by amending sections 100d, 281c, 282, 408, 409, 426, 427a, 427b, 429, 436, 438, 469a, 498k, 498t, 516, 519, and 537 (MCL 330.1100d, 330.1281c, 330.1282, 330.1408, 330.1409, 330.1426, 330.1427a, 330.1427b, 330.1429, 330.1436, 330.1438, 330.1469a, 330.1498k, 330.1498t, 330.1516, 330.1519, and 330.1537), section 100d as amended by 2020 PA 99, section 281c as added by 2014 PA 200, section 282 as amended by 2014 PA 200, sections 408, 427a, and 498k as amended by 1995 PA 290, sections 409, 436, 438, and 469a as amended by 2018 PA 593, sections 426 and 429 as amended by 2016 PA 320, section 498t as added by 1988 PA 155, and sections 516, 519, and 537 as amended by 2018 PA 596, and by adding sections 170 and 172.

to the Committee on Ways and Means.

Favorable Roll Call

To Refer:

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

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means.

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

Senate Bill No. 417, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending sections 17744a and 17744d (MCL 333.17744a and 333.17744d), section 17744a as amended and section 17744d as added by 2015 PA 221.

to the Committee on Ways and Means.

Favorable Roll Call

To Refer:

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

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means.

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

Senate Bill No. 418, entitled

A bill to allow certain law enforcement officers and firefighters to administer auto-injectable epinephrine in certain circumstances; to provide access to auto-injectable epinephrine by eligible entities, law enforcement officers, and firefighters; and to limit civil and criminal liability of certain entities and individuals.

to the Committee on Ways and Means.

Favorable Roll Call

To Refer:

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

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means.

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

Senate Bill No. 758, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending sections 16101 and 18201 (MCL 333.16101 and 333.18201) and by adding sections 16190 and 18211a.

to the Committee on Ways and Means.

Favorable Roll Call

To Refer:

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

Nays: Reps. Liberati, Clemente and Stone

The bill was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means.

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

Senate Bill No. 809, entitled

A bill to amend 1984 PA 323, entitled “The health care false claim act,” by amending section 4a (MCL 752.1004a), as amended by 2016 PA 80.

to the Committee on Ways and Means.

Favorable Roll Call

To Refer:

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

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means.

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

Senate Bill No. 813, entitled

A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled “Mental health code,” by amending section 720 (MCL 330.1720), as added by 1995 PA 290, and by adding section 721.

to the Committee on Ways and Means.

Favorable Roll Call

To Refer:

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

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means.

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

Senate Bill No. 826, entitled

A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled “Mental health code,” by amending sections 100a, 100b, 100c, 281b, 400, 420, 423, 425, 426, 427, 429, 430, 434, 435, 438, 452, 461, 463, 498o, 517, 532, 700, 740, and 742 (MCL 330.1100a, 330.1100b, 330.1100c, 330.1281b, 330.1400, 330.1420, 330.1423, 330.1425, 330.1426, 330.1427, 330.1429, 330.1430, 330.1434, 330.1435, 330.1438, 330.1452, 330.1461, 330.1463, 330.1498o, 330.1517, 330.1532, 330.1700, 330.1740, and 330.1742), sections 100a, 400, and 420 as amended by 2018 PA 595, section 100b as amended by 2020 PA 55, section 100c as amended by 2020 PA 99, section 281b as added by 2014 PA 200, sections 423, 425, 426, 427, 429, and 463 as amended by 2016 PA 320, sections 430, 498o, 700, and 740 as amended by 1995 PA 290, sections 434, 435, 438, 452, and 461 as amended by 2018 PA 593, sections 517 and 532 as amended by 2018 PA 596, and section 742 as amended by 2004 PA 527.

to the Committee on Ways and Means.

Favorable Roll Call

To Refer:

Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford, Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller and Wozniak

Nays: Reps. Calley, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar, Pohutsky, Stone and Witwer

The bill was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means.

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

Senate Bill No. 843, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” by amending section 1178 (MCL 380.1178), as amended by 2019 PA 38.

to the Committee on Ways and Means.

Favorable Roll Call

To Refer:

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

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means.

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

Senate Bill No. 844, entitled

A bill to amend 2019 PA 39, entitled “Administration of opioid antagonists act,” by amending section 107 (MCL 15.677).

to the Committee on Judiciary.

Favorable Roll Call

To Refer:

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

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee on Judiciary.

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

Senate Bill No. 855, entitled

A bill to ensure access to quality complex rehabilitation technology in the Medicaid program for people with complex medical needs; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state departments.

to the Committee on Ways and Means.

Favorable Roll Call

To Refer:

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

Nays: None

The bill was 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: Wednesday, December 2, 2020

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

The Committee on Ways and Means, by Rep. Iden, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 4342, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” by amending section 1233 (MCL 380.1233), as amended by 2018 PA 418.

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-3) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

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

Favorable Roll Call

To Report Out:

Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd and Hertel

Nays: None

The Committee on Ways and Means, by Rep. Iden, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 5422, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 IL 1, entitled “A petition to initiate legislation to provide for the use of returnable containers for soft drinks, soda water, carbonated natural or mineral water, other nonalcoholic carbonated drink, and for beer, ale, or other malt drink of whatever alcoholic content, and for certain other beverage containers; to provide for the use of unredeemed bottle deposits; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies,” (MCL 445.571 to 445.576) by adding section 4c.

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. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Byrd and Hertel

Nays: Rep. Warren

The Committee on Ways and Means, by Rep. Iden, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 5423, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 IL 1, entitled “A petition to initiate legislation to provide for the use of returnable containers for soft drinks, soda water, carbonated natural or mineral water, other nonalcoholic carbonated drink, and for beer, ale, or other malt drink of whatever alcoholic content, and for certain other beverage containers; to provide for the use of unredeemed bottle deposits; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies,” by amending section 3c (MCL 445.573c), as amended by 1996 PA 384.

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-5) 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. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Byrd and Hertel

Nays: Rep. Warren

The Committee on Ways and Means, by Rep. Iden, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 5424, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 IL 1, entitled “A petition to initiate legislation to provide for the use of returnable containers for soft drinks, soda water, carbonated natural or mineral water, other nonalcoholic carbonated drink, and for beer, ale, or other malt drink of whatever alcoholic content, and for certain other beverage containers; to provide for the use of unredeemed bottle deposits; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies,” by amending section 4 (MCL 445.574), as amended by 1998 PA 473.

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. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Byrd and Hertel

Nays: Rep. Warren

The Committee on Ways and Means, by Rep. Iden, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 5425, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 14h of chapter XVII (MCL 777.14h), as amended by 2019 PA 49.

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. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Byrd and Hertel

Nays: Rep. Warren

The Committee on Ways and Means, by Rep. Iden, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 5762, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 5301, 5403, 5405, and 5406 (MCL 324.5301, 324.5403, 324.5405, and 324.5406), section 5301 as amended by 2012 PA 560, sections 5403 and 5405 as added by 1997 PA 26, and section 5406 as amended by 2012 PA 561.

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. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd and Hertel

Nays: None

The Committee on Ways and Means, by Rep. Iden, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 5862, entitled

A bill to amend 1972 PA 382, entitled “Traxler-McCauley-Law-Bowman bingo act,” by amending sections 3 and 5d (MCL 432.103 and 432.105d), section 3 as amended by 2019 PA 159 and section 5d as added by 1999 PA 108.

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. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd and Hertel

Nays: None

The Committee on Ways and Means, by Rep. Iden, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 6112, entitled

A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled “The insurance code of 1956,” by amending sections 4151 and 4153 (MCL 500.4151 and 500.4153), as amended by 2012 PA 544.

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. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren and Hertel

Nays: Rep. Byrd

The Committee on Ways and Means, by Rep. Iden, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 6113, entitled

A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled “The insurance code of 1956,” by amending sections 4155 and 4158 (MCL 500.4155 and 500.4158), section 4155 as amended by 2012 PA 544 and section 4158 as added by 2012 PA 544.

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. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren and Hertel

Nays: Rep. Byrd

The Committee on Ways and Means, by Rep. Iden, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 6114, entitled

A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled “The insurance code of 1956,” by amending sections 4159 and 4160 (MCL 500.4159 and 500.4160), as added by 2012 PA 544.

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. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren and Hertel

Nays: Rep. Byrd

The Committee on Ways and Means, by Rep. Iden, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 6115, entitled

A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled “The insurance code of 1956,” by amending section 4165 (MCL 500.4165), as amended by 2012 PA 544, and by adding section 4166.

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. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren and Hertel

Nays: Rep. Byrd

The Committee on Ways and Means, by Rep. Iden, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 6267, entitled

A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” (MCL 206.1 to 206.713) by adding sections 279 and 679.

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-2) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

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

Favorable Roll Call

To Report Out:

Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Byrd and Hertel

Nays: Rep. Warren

The Committee on Ways and Means, by Rep. Iden, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 6456, entitled

A bill to amend 1972 PA 382, entitled “Traxler-McCauley-Law-Bowman bingo act,” by amending sections 3, 3a, 4, 4a, 12, 13, 14, 15, and 16 (MCL 432.103, 432.103a, 432.104, 432.104a, 432.112, 432.113, 432.114, 432.115, and 432.116), as amended by 2019 PA 159.

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. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd and Hertel

Nays: None

The Committee on Ways and Means, by Rep. Iden, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 6462, entitled

A bill to amend 2019 PA 149, entitled “Lawful sports betting act,” by amending sections 3 and 15 (MCL 432.403 and 432.415).

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. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd and Hertel

Nays: Rep. Hauck

The Committee on Ways and Means, by Rep. Iden, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 6463, entitled

A bill to amend 2019 PA 152, entitled “Lawful internet gaming act,” by amending sections 4 and 14 (MCL 432.304 and 432.314).

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. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd and Hertel

Nays: Rep. Hauck

The Committee on Ways and Means, by Rep. Iden, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 6464, entitled

A bill to amend 1996 IL 1, entitled “Michigan Gaming Control and Revenue Act,” by amending section 12 (MCL 432.212), as amended by 2019 PA 158; 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. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd and Hertel

Nays: Rep. Hauck

The Committee on Ways and Means, by Rep. Iden, Chair, reported

Senate Bill No. 661, entitled

A bill to amend 1995 PA 279, entitled “Horse racing law of 1995,” by amending sections 2, 6a, 8, 9, and 22 (MCL 431.302, 431.306a, 431.308, 431.309, and 431.322), sections 2, 8, 9, and 22 as amended and section 6a as added by 2016 PA 271, and by adding sections 19d and 20a; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-5) 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. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd and Hertel

Nays: Rep. Hauck

The Committee on Ways and Means, by Rep. Iden, Chair, reported

Senate Bill No. 910, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 90, entitled “Youth employment standards act,” by amending sections 5 and 6 (MCL 409.105 and 409.106).

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. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd and Hertel

Nays: None

The Committee on Ways and Means, by Rep. Iden, Chair, reported

Senate Bill No. 991, entitled

A bill to amend 2019 PA 152, entitled “Lawful internet gaming act,” by amending sections 3, 5, 7, and 11 (MCL 432.303, 432.305, 432.307, and 432.311).

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. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Meerman, Warren, Byrd and Hertel

Nays: Rep. Kahle

The Committee on Ways and Means, by Rep. Iden, Chair, reported

Senate Bill No. 1015, entitled

A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled “The insurance code of 1956,” by amending sections 1103 and 1106 (MCL 500.1103 and 500.1106), section 1103 as amended and section 1106 as added by 2018 PA 91.

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-3) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

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

Favorable Roll Call

To Report Out:

Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd and Hertel

Nays: None

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The following report, submitted by Rep. Iden, Chair, of the Committee on Ways and Means, was received and read:

Meeting held on: Wednesday, December 2, 2020

Present: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd and Hertel

Absent: Rep. Bolden

Excused: Rep. Bolden

Notices

Pursuant to Rule 41, the Speaker has made the following referral:

House Bill No. 6468 referred to the Committee on Ways and Means.

Introduction of Bills

Rep. LaGrand introduced

House Bill No. 6469, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” (MCL 760.1 to 777.69) by adding section 2b to chapter IX.

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

Rep. LaGrand introduced

House Bill No. 6470, entitled

A bill to amend 1953 PA 232, entitled “Corrections code of 1953,” by amending section 67a (MCL 791.267a), as added by 1996 PA 234.

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

Rep. LaGrand introduced

House Bill No. 6471, 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 1b (MCL 247.651b), as amended by 2002 PA 498.

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

Rep. LaGrand introduced

House Bill No. 6472, entitled

A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” by amending section 532 (MCL 206.532), as amended by 2011 PA 38.

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

Rep. LaGrand introduced

House Bill No. 6473, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending section 801 (MCL 257.801), as amended by 2020 PA 103, and by adding section 819c.

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

Rep. LaGrand introduced

House Bill No. 6474, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending section 676a (MCL 257.676a), as amended by 2005 PA 1.

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

Rep. LaGrand introduced

House Bill No. 6475, entitled

A bill to amend 1941 PA 205, entitled “An act to provide for the construction, establishment, opening, use, discontinuing, vacating, closing, altering, improvement, and maintenance of limited access highways and facilities ancillary to those highways; to permit the acquiring of property and property rights and the closing or other treatment of intersecting roads for these purposes; to provide for the borrowing of money and for the issuing of bonds or notes payable from special funds for the acquisition, construction or improvement of such highways; and to provide for the receipt and expenditure of funds generated from the facilities,” by amending section 2 (MCL 252.52), as amended by 2002 PA 150.

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

Rep. LaGrand introduced

House Bill No. 6476, entitled

A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending section 335 (MCL 750.335), as amended by 2002 PA 672.

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

Rep. LaGrand introduced

House Bill No. 6477, entitled

A bill to amend 1986 PA 268, entitled “Legislative council act,” by amending sections 502 and 602 (MCL 4.1502 and 4.1602), as added by 2018 PA 340.

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

Rep. LaGrand introduced

House Bill No. 6478, entitled

A bill to amend 1986 PA 268, entitled “Legislative council act,” by amending sections 502 and 602 (MCL 4.1502 and 4.1602), as added by 2018 PA 340.

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

Rep. LaGrand introduced

House Bill No. 6479, entitled

A bill to amend 2018 PA 337, entitled “Improved workforce opportunity wage act,” by amending section 4a (MCL 408.934a), as amended by 2018 PA 368.

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

Rep. LaGrand introduced

House Bill No. 6480, entitled

A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” (MCL 206.1 to 206.713) by adding sections 277 and 677.

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

Rep. LaGrand introduced

House Bill No. 6481, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled “Open meetings act,” by amending section 8 (MCL 15.268), as amended by 2018 PA 467.

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

Rep. Wittenberg introduced

House Bill No. 6482, entitled

A bill to amend 1986 PA 276, entitled “An act to allow for the buyer’s cancellation of certain sales contracts,” by amending section 1 (MCL 445.931).

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

Rep. Wittenberg introduced

House Bill No. 6483, entitled

A bill to amend 2000 PA 161, entitled “Michigan education savings program act,” (MCL 390.1471 to 390.1486) by adding section 7a.

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

Rep. Webber introduced

House Bill No. 6484, entitled

A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled “The insurance code of 1956,” by amending sections 1201, 1202, and 2266 (MCL 500.1201, 500.1202, and 500.2266), section 1201 as amended by 2018 PA 449, section 1202 as amended by 2016 PA 114, and section 2266 as amended by 2018 PA 429, and by adding chapter 12B.

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

Rep. Glenn introduced

House Bill No. 6485, entitled

A bill to amend 1953 PA 192, entitled “An act to create a county department of veterans’ affairs in certain counties, and to prescribe its powers and duties; to create the county veteran service fund and to provide for contributions to and expenditures from that fund; and to transfer the powers and duties of the soldiers’ relief commission in those counties,” by amending section 3a (MCL 35.623a), as amended by 2018 PA 514.

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

Rep. Miller introduced

House Bill No. 6486, entitled

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

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

Rep. Miller introduced

House Bill No. 6487, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending sections 252a, 252d, 252i, and 673 (MCL 257.252a, 257.252d, 257.252i, and 257.673), section 252a as amended by 2018 PA 347, section 252d as amended by 2012 PA 498, and section 252i as added by 2004 PA 493, and by adding section 252n.

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

Reps. Hoitenga and Green introduced

House Bill No. 6488, entitled

A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled “Use tax act,” by amending section 4q (MCL 205.94q), as amended by 2006 PA 670, and by adding section 4jj.

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

Reps. Green and Hoitenga introduced

House Bill No. 6489, entitled

A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled “General sales tax act,” by amending section 4v (MCL 205.54v), as amended by 2006 PA 669, and by adding section 4jj.

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

Rep. VanWoerkom introduced

House Bill No. 6490, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending sections 16101 and 17213 (MCL 333.16101 and 333.17213), section 17213 as added by 2007 PA 19.

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

Rep. Frederick introduced

House Bill No. 6491, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending sections 21911 and 21913 (MCL 333.21911 and 333.21913), as added by 2017 PA 172, and by adding section 21914.

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

Reps. Filler and Calley introduced

House Bill No. 6492, entitled

A bill to limit civil and criminal liability for certain individuals and health care facilities who respond to or assist with COVID-19 efforts in this state; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

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

Rep. Calley introduced

House Bill No. 6493, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 20135; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

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

Rep. Calley introduced

House Bill No. 6494, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding sections 16113a and 16113b; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

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

Rep. Calley introduced

House Bill No. 6495, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending section 20954 (MCL 333.20954), as amended by 2000 PA 375, and by adding section 20954a.

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

Reps. Hammoud, Hood and Aiyash introduced

House Bill No. 6496, entitled

A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending section 7u (MCL 211.7u), as amended by 2012 PA 135.

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

Reps. Hammoud, Hood, Sowerby and Aiyash introduced

House Bill No. 6497, entitled

A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending sections 7u and 24c (MCL 211.7u and 211.24c), section 7u as amended by 2012 PA 135 and section 24c as amended by 2010 PA 332.

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

Reps. Hammoud, Anthony, Sowerby and Aiyash introduced

House Bill No. 6498, entitled

A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” (MCL 206.1 to 206.713) by adding section 280.

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

Reps. Hammoud and Aiyash introduced

House Bill No. 6499, entitled

A bill to amend 1953 PA 181, entitled “An act relative to investigations in certain instances of the causes of death within this state due to violence, negligence or other act or omission of a criminal nature or to protect public health; to provide for the taking of statements from injured persons under certain circumstances; to abolish the office of coroner and to create the office of county medical examiner in certain counties; to prescribe the powers and duties of county medical examiners; to prescribe penalties for violations of the provisions of this act; and to prescribe a referendum thereon,” by amending sections 2 and 5 (MCL 52.202 and 52.205), section 2 as amended by 2012 PA 171 and section 5 as amended by 2010 PA 108, and by adding section 5b.

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

Rep. Markkanen introduced

House Bill No. 6500, entitled

A bill to amend 1960 PA 124, entitled “An act to create the Michigan highway reciprocity board; to prescribe its powers and duties; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts,” by amending the title and sections 1 and 3 (MCL 3.161 and 3.163).

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

Rep. Markkanen introduced

House Bill No. 6501, entitled

A bill to amend 1980 PA 119, entitled “Motor carrier fuel tax act,” by amending section 3 (MCL 207.213).

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

Rep. Markkanen introduced

House Bill No. 6502, entitled

A bill to amend 2004 PA 175, entitled “Streamlined sales and use tax revenue equalization act,” by amending section 5 (MCL 205.175), as amended by 2015 PA 177.

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

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Rep. Meerman moved that the House adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 5:50 p.m.

Associate Speaker Pro Tempore Hornberger declared the House adjourned until Thursday, December 3, at 12:00 Noon.

GARY L. RANDALL

Clerk of the House of Representatives