STATE OF MICHIGAN
JOURNAL
OF THE
House of Representatives
101st Legislature
REGULAR SESSION OF 2021
House Chamber, Lansing, Thursday, March 4, 2021.
12:00 Noon.
The House was called to order by the Speaker.
The roll was called by the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who announced that a quorum was present.
Aiyash—present Damoose—present LaFave—present Roth—present
Albert—present Eisen—present LaGrand—present Sabo—present
Alexander—present Ellison—present Lasinski—present Schroeder—present
Allor—present Farrington—present Liberati—present Scott—present
Anthony—present Filler—present Lightner—present Shannon—present
Beeler—present Fink—present Lilly—present Slagh—present
Bellino—present Frederick—present Maddock—present Sneller—present
Berman—present Garza—present Manoogian—present Sowerby—present
Beson—present Glenn—present Marino—present Steckloff—present
Bezotte—present Green—present Markkanen—present Steenland—present
Bolden—present Griffin—present Martin—present Stone—present
Bollin—excused Haadsma—present Meerman—present Tate—present
Borton—present Hall—present Morse—present Thanedar—present
Brabec—present Hammoud—present Mueller—present Tisdel—present
Brann—present Hauck—present Neeley—present VanSingel—present
Breen—present Hertel—present O’Malley—present VanWoerkom—present
Brixie—present Hoitenga—present O’Neal—present Wakeman—present
Calley—present Hood—present Outman—present Weiss—present
Cambensy—present Hope—present Paquette—present Wendzel—present
Camilleri—present Hornberger—present Peterson—present Wentworth—present
Carra—present Howell—present Pohutsky—present Whiteford—present
Carter, B—present Huizenga—present Posthumus—present Whitsett—present
Carter, T—present Johnson, C—present Puri—present Witwer—present
Cavanagh—present Johnson, S—present Rabhi—present Wozniak—present
Cherry—present Jones—present Reilly—present Yancey—present
Clemente—present Kahle—present Rendon—present Yaroch—present
Clements—present Koleszar—present Rogers—present Young—present
Coleman—present Kuppa—present
e/d/s = entered during session
Rep. Darrin Camilleri, from the 23rd District, offered the following invocation:
“‘PRAYER OF THE FARM WORKERS’ STRUGGLE
Show me the suffering of the most miserable;
So I will know my people’s plight.
Free me to pray for others;
For You are present in every person.
Help me take responsibility for my own life;
So that I can be free at last.
Grant me courage to serve others;
For in service there is true life.
Give me honesty and patience;
So that I can work with other workers.
Bring forth song and celebration;
So that the Spirit will be alive among us.
Let the Spirit flourish and grow;
So that we will never tire of the struggle.
Let us remember those who have died for justice;
For they have given us life.
Help us love even those who hate us;
So we can change the world.
Amen.’
– César E. Chávez.”
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The Speaker called the Speaker Pro Tempore to the Chair.
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Rep. Frederick moved that Rep. Bollin be excused from today’s session.
The motion prevailed.
Motions and Resolutions
Reps. Griffin, Breen, Garza, Haadsma, Sneller, Steckloff and Witwer offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 48.
A resolution to declare March 2021 as Athletic Trainer Month in the state of Michigan.
Whereas, Athletic trainers have a long history of providing quality health care for many types of patients and have acquired specific knowledge and skills through their nationally regulated educational processes; and
Whereas, Over 1,600 athletic trainers are licensed in the state of Michigan to provide healthcare services including risk management and injury prevention, clinical evaluation and assessment, immediate care and treatment, and the rehabilitation and reconditioning of an individual’s injury or illness, or both. These services are provided under the direction of, on the prescription of, or in collaboration with a physician; and
Whereas, The National Athletic Trainers Association is the professional organization serving more than 45,000 certified athletic trainers, students of athletic training, and other health care professionals worldwide that provide healthcare services in professional and Olympic sports, colleges and universities, high schools, clinics, rural and urban hospitals, urgent and ambulatory care centers, corporate and industrial settings, performing arts centers, military branches, police and fire departments and physician practices; and
Whereas, Leading organizations concerned with athletic training and health care have joined together in a common desire to raise public awareness of the importance of the athletic training profession and to emphasize the importance of quality health care within the aforementioned settings. Such an effort will promote the athletic training profession and provide compassionate health care for all; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representative, That the members of this legislative body declare March 2021 as Athletic Trainer Month in the state of Michigan.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
House Resolution No. 49.
A resolution to declare March 8, 2021, as International Women’s Day in the state of Michigan.
Whereas, March 8, 2021, marks the 110th anniversary of the celebration of International Women’s Day. Originally began in response to terrible working conditions and exploitation, 15,000 women took to the streets in New York protesting the terrible working conditions they endured. It is celebrated on March 8 of every year; and
Whereas, International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the economic, political, and social achievements of women in the past, present, and future. It is a day when women are recognized for their achievements, regardless of divisions, whether national, ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic, or political. It is an occasion for looking back on past struggles and accomplishments and, more importantly, for looking ahead to the untapped potential and opportunities that await future generations of women; and
Whereas, In different regions the focus of the celebrations ranges from general celebration of respect, appreciation, and love towards women to a celebration for women’s economic, political, and social achievements; and
Whereas, The earliest Women’s Day observance was held in 1909 in New York and was organized in remembrance of the strike of the International Ladies’ Garment Workers Union. At the second International Women’s Conference in 1910, the first International Women’s Day was officially established to promote equal rights, including suffrage, for women. The following year, International Women’s Day was marked by over a million people in Austria, Denmark, Germany, and Switzerland. The efforts of early European pioneers led to women gaining the right to vote and to hold public office and the establishment of many early prohibitions against employment sex discrimination; and
Whereas, In 1975, during the United Nations (UN) International Year for Women, the UN held its first official celebration of International Women’s Day. Two years later, in December 1977, the General Assembly adopted a resolution proclaiming a United Nations Day for Women’s Rights and International Peace to be observed by member states. In adopting this resolution, the General Assembly recognized the role of women in peace efforts and development and urged an end to discrimination and an increase of support for women’s full and equal participation; and
Whereas, Beginning in 1996, International Women’s Day organizers began adopting a theme to each year’s celebrations that reinforces its commitment to women’s rights and world peace. Successful campaigns centered on such themes as “Celebrating the Past, Planning for the Future” (1996) and “Women in Decision-Making” (2006); and
Whereas, Presidents of the United States have consecutively declared March to be Women’s History Month since 1988 after the National Women’s History Project petitioned the United States Congress in 1987 for recognition of Women’s History Month, and have since announced the 2021 theme of “Valiant Women of the Vote: Refusing to be Silenced continues to celebrate the Suffrage Centennial”; and
Whereas, On the occasion of 2010 International Women’s Day, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) drew attention to the hardships displaced women endure by spreading awareness of the displacement of populations as one of the gravest consequences of today’s armed conflicts; and
Whereas, There are more than 3.8 billion women in the world today. Women around the world participate in the political, social, and economic life of their communities, play a critical role in providing and caring for their families, contribute substantially to the growth of economies, and, as both farmers and caregivers, play an important role in advancing food security for their communities; and
Whereas, The advancement of women is a public policy priority for our country and the state of Michigan and the ability of women to realize their full potential is critical to the ability of a country and state to achieve strong and lasting economic growth and social stability; and
Whereas, 2020 saw an historic shattering of a glass ceiling with the election of Kamala Harris as the first female Vice-President of the United States. The hope is that someday soon the ultimate glass ceiling will be shattered with the election of the first female U.S. President; and
Whereas, Although strides have been made in recent decades, women around the world continue to face significant obstacles in all aspects of their lives, including underrepresentation in all aspects of public life, denial of basic human rights, and discrimination; and
Whereas, Despite some achievements by individual women leaders, women
around the world are still vastly underrepresented in high level positions and
in national and local legislatures and governments and, according to the
Inter-Parliamentary Union, women account for only 25 percent of national
parliamentarians; and
Whereas, Women remain underrepresented in conflict prevention and conflict resolution efforts, despite proven successes by women in conflict-affected regions in moderating violent extremism, resolving disputes through non-violent mediation and negotiation, and stabilizing their societies by improving access to peace and security services, institutions, and decision-making venues; and
Whereas, March 8 is recognized each year as International Women’s Day, a global day to celebrate the economic, political, and social achievements of women past, present, and future, and a day to recognize the obstacles that women still face in the struggle for equal rights and opportunities; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare March 8, 2021, as International Women’s Day in the state of Michigan. We support the goals of International Women’s Day, recognize that the empowerment of women is inextricably linked to the potential of countries to generate economic growth, sustainable democracy, and inclusive security, honor the women in the United States and around the world who have worked throughout history to ensure that women are guaranteed equality and basic human rights, reaffirm the movement’s commitment to ending discrimination and violence against women and girls, to ensuring the safety and welfare of women and girls, and to pursuing policies that guarantee the basic human rights of women and girls worldwide, and encourage the people of Michigan to observe International Women’s Day with appropriate programs and activities.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
Reps. Rogers, Steckloff, Puri, Sneller, Brixie, Weiss, Morse, Breen, Wozniak, Lightner, Whiteford, Beson, Cambensy, Brabec, Neeley, Aiyash, Rabhi, Young, Lasinski, Stone, Shannon, Sowerby, Garza, Hertel, Hood, Haadsma, O’Neal, Borton, Cavanagh, Scott, Slagh, LaGrand, Anthony, Manoogian, Bolden, Kuppa, Bezotte, Kahle, Hope, Liberati, Sabo and Witwer offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 50.
A resolution to honor the 100th anniversary of the American Physical Therapy Association.
Whereas, Reconstruction aides, strong women who were the predecessors to current physical therapists, were integral to the recovery of many World War I soldiers and demonstrated their value as medical professionals and war heroes, showing that those who would eventually be known as physical therapists had a major role to play in the future of America’s health; and
Whereas, Mary McMillan, a reconstruction aide, was elected in 1921 as the first president of the American Women’s Physical Therapeutic Association; and
Whereas, The Michigan chapter of the American Physiotherapy Association (APA) had its start in October 1923 when the Detroit Physiotherapy Group held its first meeting at which Helen King was elected as Chairman; and
Whereas, The Michigan chapter of the APA was formally established in 1930, the same year the APA convention (which was held in conjunction with the American Medical Association Convention) was held in Detroit with assistance from the Michigan Chapter; and
Whereas, Emma Vogel initiated the first War emergency training course of World War II at Walter Reed General Hospital in 1941, consisting of six months of concentrated didactic instruction followed by six months of supervised practice at a military hospital; and
Whereas, Lucy Blair was a part of Dr. Jonas Salk’s national response to the polio epidemic in the early 1950s, serving as the staff coordinator for physical therapists; and
Whereas, The first physical therapy education program in Michigan began in 1952 at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor and the effort to launch a two-year graduate education program for physical therapists began at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio in 1960; and
Whereas, The first two classes of physical therapist assistants entered the workforce after graduating in 1969 from education programs at Miami-Dade Community College in Florida and St. Mary’s Junior College in Minnesota (now St. Catherine University) and the first class of Michigan physical therapist assistants graduated in 1973 from Kellogg Community College in Battle Creek; and
Whereas, The first physical therapy department at a Historically Black College or University was established at Howard University in 1974; and
Whereas, APTA in 1978 launched the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy, which gained national recognition by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation as the sole entity that grants specialized accreditation status to qualified entry-level education programs for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants; and
Whereas, The first doctor
of physical therapy students graduated from Creighton University in 1996. As of
2015, all physical therapists are educated at the clinical doctoral level
including those who graduate from the seven physical therapy education programs
in Michigan; and
Whereas, The vision of the physical therapy profession is: transforming society by optimizing movement to improve the human experience; and
Whereas, The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services indicates that more than 80% of adults and adolescents do not get enough physical activity and that regular activity is one of the most important ways to improve health. This makes physical therapists and physical therapist assistants critical to health services teams as movement experts who improve quality of life by addressing pain or chronic conditions that limit participation in activities, and by reducing the risk for chronic diseases, enhancing fitness, and preventing injuries through hands-on care, patient education, and prescribed movement based on rigorous research; and
Whereas, Physical therapists and physical therapist assistants treat people where they are, providing care to people in many settings, including hospitals, private practices, outpatient clinics, homes, schools, sports teams, fitness facilities, the U.S. Armed Services, veterans’ facilities, work settings, and nursing homes; and
Whereas, Physical therapists and physical therapist assistants treat individuals across the lifespan and have clinical expertise in 18 specialty areas: Acute Care, Aquatics, Cardiovascular and Pulmonary, Clinical Electrophysiology and Wound Management, Education, Federal, Geriatrics, Hand and Upper Extremity, Health Policy and Administration, Home Health, Neurology, Oncology, Orthopedics, Pediatrics, Pelvic Health, Private Practice, Research, and Sports; and
Whereas, Physical therapy is effective in reducing pain, such as low back pain. This is evidenced by a growing body of research for physical therapist treatment of low back pain that includes a 2018 study published in Health Services Research showing that physical therapy as a first-line approach not only saves money but also dramatically reduces the chance of receiving a prescription for dangerous opioids; and
Whereas, Students of physical therapy are being educated to address the health care needs of Americans for another 100 years; and
Whereas, APTA has worked hard to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts for the association and the physical therapy profession; and
Whereas, Physical therapists and physical therapist assistants have faced the challenge of the COVID-19 pandemic head on, treating the most vulnerable, building on their proud history of work in the polio pandemic, and playing an essential role in treating people who are beginning to recover from the most severe effects of the novel coronavirus, both during their time in the hospital and after they leave, for as long as it takes to improve function; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body honor the 100th anniversary of the American Physical Therapy Association. We honor the APTA for its dedication to improving the health of society over the past 100 years and recognize that the organization and its members in Michigan are essential partners to meeting the future health and wellness needs of our country.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
Reports of Standing Committees
The Committee on Government Operations, by Rep. Mueller, Chair, reported
House Resolution No. 40.
A resolution to urge the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to allow school districts the flexibility to exclude immediate family members of participants in school athletic events from venue capacity limits.
(For text of resolution, see House Journal No. 15, p. 183.)
With the recommendation that the following substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the resolution then be adopted.
Substitute for House Resolution No. 40.
A resolution to urge the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to allow school districts the flexibility to exclude immediate family members of participants in school athletic events from venue capacity limits.
Whereas, The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has limited the number of spectators that may attend school athletic events to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The limits depend on the size of the venue and the type of seating available, with density limits and hard caps on the number of spectators; and
Whereas, The strict capacity restrictions
have created situations where there are limits on how many family members of an
athlete can attend an event. In families with younger siblings needing supervision,
if the entire family is not allowed to attend, only one parent may be able to
attend sporting events if child care arrangements cannot be made or are not
financially feasible. In families with only one parent, an athlete may have no
family members to support them; and
Whereas, The capacity limits do not allow many districts to accommodate every family’s situation and ensure that every athlete can have a family member in attendance to support them; and
Whereas, The support of family members at athletic events and the ability of parents to attend their children’s athletic events are important. While well-intended, the MDHHS’s current order does not account for every family situation and does not provide an opportunity for school districts to fully meet the needs of athletes and their families. The safety of spectators and athletes should still be achievable while allowing for a more flexible policy; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we urge the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to allow school districts the flexibility to exclude immediate family members of participants in school athletic events from venue capacity limits if appropriate social distancing measures can be implemented; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the Governor of Michigan and the Director of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Mueller, VanWoerkom, Hauck and Cherry
Nays: None
The Committee on Government Operations, by Rep. Mueller, Chair, reported
House Resolution No. 41.
A resolution to condemn the government of the People’s Republic of China for their treatment and arbitrary detention of the Uyghur people.
(For text of resolution, see House Journal No. 15, p. 184.)
With the recommendation that the resolution be adopted.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Mueller, VanWoerkom, Hauck, Cherry and Rabhi
Nays: None
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Mueller, Chair, of the Committee on Government Operations, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Thursday, March 4, 2021
Present: Reps. Mueller, VanWoerkom, Hauck, Cherry and Rabhi
The Speaker laid before the House
House Resolution No. 40.
A resolution to urge the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to allow school districts the flexibility to exclude immediate family members of participants in school athletic events from venue capacity limits.
(For text of resolution, see House Journal No. 15, p. 183.)
(The resolution was reported by the Committee on Government Operations on March 4, with substitute (H-1).)
(For substitute, see today’s Journal, p. 243.)
The question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-1) recommended by the Committee,
The substitute (H-1) was adopted, a majority of the members present voting therefor.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
The Speaker laid before the House
House Resolution No. 41.
A resolution to condemn the government of the People’s Republic of China for their treatment and arbitrary detention of the Uyghur people.
(For text of resolution, see House Journal No. 15, p. 184.)
(The resolution was reported by the Committee on Government Operations on March 4.)
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
Messages from the Senate
Senate Bill No. 1, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending section 2253 (MCL 333.2253), as amended by 2006 PA 157, and by adding section 2253a.
The Senate has passed the bill.
The bill was read a first time by its title.
Pending the reference of the bill to a committee,
Rep. Frederick moved that Rules 41 and 42 be suspended.
The motion prevailed, 3/5 of the members present voting therefor.
Rep. Frederick moved that the bill be placed on the order of Second Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
Second Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 4053, entitled
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2091) by adding section 104.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. VanWoerkom moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
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Rep. Frederick moved that House Committees be given leave to meet during the balance of today’s session.
The motion prevailed.
By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of
Announcement by the Clerk of Printing and Enrollment
The Clerk announced that the following bills had been reproduced and made available electronically on Wednesday, March 3:
House Bill Nos. 4423 4424 4425 4426 4427 4428
The Clerk announced that the following bills had been reproduced and made available electronically on Thursday, March 4:
Senate Bill Nos. 199 200 201 202 203 204 205 206 207
The Clerk announced that the following Senate bills had been received on Thursday, March 4:
Reports of Standing Committees
The Committee on Insurance, by Rep. Rendon, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4171, entitled
A bill to amend 1969 PA 317, entitled “Worker’s disability compensation act of 1969,” by amending section 405 (MCL 418.405), as amended by 2014 PA 515.
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. Rendon, Berman, Kahle, LaFave, Hall, Bezotte, Clements, Posthumus, Tisdel, Brenda Carter, Anthony, Bolden, Coleman, Stone, Breen and Steenland
Nays: None
The Committee on Insurance, by Rep. Rendon, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4172, entitled
A bill to amend 1969 PA 317, entitled “Worker’s disability compensation act of 1969,” by amending section 405 (MCL 418.405), as amended by 2014 PA 515.
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. Rendon, Berman, Kahle, LaFave, Hall, Bezotte, Clements, Posthumus, Tisdel, Brenda Carter, Anthony, Bolden, Coleman, Stone, Breen and Steenland
Nays: None
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Rendon, Chair, of the Committee on Insurance, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Thursday, March 4, 2021
Present: Reps. Rendon, Berman, Kahle, LaFave, Hall, Meerman, Bezotte, Clements, Posthumus, Tisdel, Brenda Carter, Anthony, Bolden, Coleman, Stone, Breen and Steenland
The Committee on Health Policy, by Rep. Kahle, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4346, entitled
A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled “The insurance code of 1956,” (MCL 500.100 to 500.8302) by adding section 3406v.
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. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Mueller, Beeler, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Pohutsky, Whitsett and Morse
Nays: Reps. Filler and Fink
The Committee on Health Policy, by Rep. Kahle, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4356, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending sections 5553, 5555, 5557, and 5561 (MCL 333.5553, 333.5555, 333.5557, and 333.5561), as added by 2014 PA 269.
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. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller, Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Whitsett and Neeley
Nays: Reps. Pohutsky, Stone and Morse
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Kahle, Chair, of the Committee on Health Policy, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Wednesday, March 3, 2021
Present: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller, Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Whitsett, Neeley and Morse
The Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation, by Rep. Howell, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4050, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled “Freedom of information act,” by amending section 13 (MCL 15.243), as amended by 2018 PA 68.
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. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Marino, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy and Aiyash
Nays: None
The Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation, by Rep. Howell, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4123, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 5301, 5403, and 5405 (MCL 324.5301, 324.5403, and 324.5405), section 5301 as amended by 2012 PA 560 and sections 5403 and 5405 as added by 1997 PA 26.
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. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Marino, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy and Aiyash
Nays: None
The Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation, by Rep. Howell, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4363, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 2104, 2132, and 2165 (MCL 324.2104, 324.2132, and 324.2165), sections 2104 and 2132 as amended by 2018 PA 238 and section 2165 as added by 2018 PA 240.
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. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Marino, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy and Aiyash
Nays: None
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Howell, Chair, of the Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Thursday, March 4, 2021
Present: Reps. Howell, Markkanen, LaFave, Marino, Eisen, Wakeman, Sowerby, Cambensy and Aiyash
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Alexander, Chair, of the Committee on Agriculture, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Thursday, March 4, 2021
Present: Reps. Alexander, Posthumus, Bellino, Rendon, Filler, Carra, Garza, Cambensy, Hope, Witwer and Puri
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Griffin, Chair, of the Committee on Workforce, Trades, and Talent, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Thursday, March 4, 2021
Present: Reps. Griffin, Martin, Howell, Farrington, Eisen, Markkanen, Sabo, Hope and O’Neal
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Lilly, Chair, of the Committee on Rules and Competitiveness, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Thursday, March 4, 2021
Present: Reps. Lilly, Clements, Calley, Schroeder, Wendzel, Damoose, Posthumus, Anthony, Hertel, Sneller and Kuppa
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Steven Johnson, Chair, of the Committee on Oversight, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Thursday, March 4, 2021
Present: Reps. Steven Johnson, Outman, Hoitenga, Reilly, O’Malley, Wozniak, Brixie, LaGrand and Young
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Kahle, Chair, of the Committee on Health Policy, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Thursday, March 4, 2021
Present: Reps. Kahle, Meerman, Whiteford, Alexander, Allor, Hauck, Filler, Mueller, Beeler, Fink, Roth, Tisdel, Witwer, Clemente, Pohutsky, Stone, Whitsett, Neeley and Morse
Messages from the Senate
House Bill No. 4048, entitled
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “An act to make appropriations to aid in the support of the public schools, the intermediate school districts, community colleges, and public universities of the state; to make appropriations for certain other purposes relating to education; to provide for the disbursement of the appropriations; to authorize the issuance of certain bonds and provide for the security of those bonds; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state departments, the state board of education, and certain other boards and officials; to create certain funds and provide for their expenditure; to prescribe penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending sections 11, 21f, 31n, and 167 (MCL 388.1611, 388.1621f, 388.1631n, and 388.1767), sections 11 and 31n as amended by 2020 PA 165, section 21f as amended by 2020 PA 147, and section 167 as amended by 2013 PA 122, and by adding sections 11n, 11o, 11r, 23b, 23c, 23d, 23e, and 104a.
The Senate has concurred in the House amendment to the Senate substitute (S-1).
The bill was referred to the Clerk for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.
A bill to amend 1927 PA 372, entitled “An act to regulate and license the selling, purchasing, possessing, and carrying of certain firearms, gas ejecting devices, and electro-muscular disruption devices; to prohibit the buying, selling, or carrying of certain firearms, gas ejecting devices, and electro-muscular disruption devices without a license or other authorization; to provide for the forfeiture of firearms and electro-muscular disruption devices under certain circumstances; to provide for penalties and remedies; to provide immunity from civil liability under certain circumstances; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies; to prohibit certain conduct against individuals who apply for or receive a license to carry a concealed pistol; to make appropriations; to prescribe certain conditions for the appropriations; and to repeal all acts and parts of acts inconsistent with this act,” by amending sections 5b and 5l (MCL 28.425b and 28.425l), as amended by 2017 PA 95.
The Senate has passed the bill.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Military, Veterans and Homeland Security.
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The state school aid act of 1979,” by amending section 163 (MCL 388.1763), as amended by 2020 PA 165.
The Senate has passed the bill.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Education.
A bill to amend 2020 PA 220, entitled “Industrial hemp growers act,” by amending sections 103, 211, 301, 303, 305, 307, 309, 311, 401, 403, 405, 407, 503, 505, 509, 511, 601, 603, 605, 607, and 609 (MCL 333.29103, 333.29211, 333.29301, 333.29303, 333.29305, 333.29307, 333.29309, 333.29311, 333.29401, 333.29403, 333.29405, 333.29407, 333.29503, 333.29505, 333.29509, 333.29511, 333.29601, 333.29603, 333.29605, 333.29607, and 333.29609) and by adding section 602 and chapter VIII; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
The Senate has passed the bill.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Agriculture.
Notices
Mr. Gary L. Randall, Clerk
Michigan House of Representatives
PO Box 30014
Lansing, MI 48909
Dear Mr. Clerk,
Pursuant to Public Act 173 of 2006, I am appointing the following individual to the Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Commission for a term ending December 31, 2022.
Representative Jack O’Malley, Lake Ann
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
Jason Wentworth
Speaker
Michigan
House of Representatives
“Mr. Speaker and members of the House:
I do not vote in any hostage exchanges. Our families are trying to decide whether to send their children to school, and mostly not knowing if the schools are safe to attend. HB# 4048 is a challenge against Governor Whitmer. This is nothing less than a manipulative ploy that really is unconscionable!!!”
Introduction of Bills
House Bill No. 4429, entitled
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2091) by adding section 8b.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Transportation.
House Bill No. 4430, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 5146.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
House Bill No. 4431, entitled
A bill to amend 1972 PA 382, entitled “Traxler-McCauley-Law-Bowman bingo act,” by amending section 3 (MCL 432.103), as amended by 2019 PA 159.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform.
House Bill No. 4432, entitled
A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled “The social welfare act,” by amending section 22 (MCL 400.22), as added by 2018 PA 447.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Health Policy.
House Bill No. 4433, entitled
A bill to repeal 1945 PA 302, entitled “An act authorizing the governor to proclaim a state of emergency, and to prescribe the powers and duties of the governor with respect thereto; and to prescribe penalties,” (MCL 10.31 to 10.33).
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
House Bill No. 4434, entitled
A bill to amend 1936 (Ex Sess) PA 1, entitled “Michigan employment security act,” by amending sections 2 and 32b (MCL 421.2 and 421.32b), section 2 as amended by 2011 PA 268 and section 32b as amended by 2011 PA 269, and by adding section 32e.
The
bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on
Workforce, Trades, and Talent.
House Bill No. 4435, entitled
A bill to amend 1936 (Ex Sess) PA 1, entitled “Michigan employment security act,” by amending section 62 (MCL 421.62), as amended by 2017 PA 231.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Workforce, Trades, and Talent.
House Bill No. 4436, entitled
A bill to amend 1936 (Ex Sess) PA 1, entitled “Michigan employment security act,” by amending section 62 (MCL 421.62), as amended by 2017 PA 231.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Workforce, Trades, and Talent.
House Bill No. 4437, entitled
A bill to amend 1984 PA 431, entitled “The management and budget act,” by amending section 287 (MCL 18.1287), as amended by 2001 PA 71.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Workforce, Trades, and Talent.
House Bill No. 4438, entitled
A bill to amend 1936 (Ex Sess) PA 1, entitled “Michigan employment security act,” by amending section 62 (MCL 421.62), as amended by 2017 PA 231.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Workforce, Trades, and Talent.
House Bill No. 4439, entitled
A bill to amend 1936 (Ex Sess) PA 1, entitled “Michigan employment security act,” (MCL 421.1 to 421.75) by adding section 6h.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Workforce, Trades, and Talent.
House Bill No. 4440, entitled
A bill to amend 1936 (Ex Sess) PA 1, entitled “Michigan employment security act,” by amending section 10 (MCL 421.10), as amended by 2016 PA 517.
The
bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Workforce,
Trades, and Talent.
House Bill No. 4441, entitled
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” by amending section 30 (MCL 206.30), as amended by 2020 PA 65.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Workforce, Trades, and Talent.
House Bill No. 4442, entitled
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” (MCL 600.101 to 600.9947) by adding section 5830.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Workforce, Trades, and Talent.
House Bill No. 4443, 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.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform.
House Bill No. 4444, 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.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform.
House Bill No. 4445, entitled
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled “Michigan liquor control code of 1998,” by amending section 518 (MCL 436.1518), as amended by 2010 PA 279.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform.
House Bill No. 4446, entitled
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” (MCL 211.1 to 211.155) by adding section 7yy.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Local Government and Municipal Finance.
House Bill No. 4447, entitled
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending sections 555, 821, 822, and 8202 (MCL 600.555, 600.821, 600.822, and 600.8202), sections 555 and 8202 as amended by 2016 PA 31, section 821 as amended by 2018 PA 6, and section 822 as amended by 2003 PA 40.
The
bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on
Judiciary.
Reps. Steven Johnson, Slagh, Bezotte, Martin and LaFave introduced
House Bill No. 4448, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 390, entitled “Emergency management act,” by amending section 3 (MCL 30.403), as amended by 2002 PA 132.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Oversight.
Reps. Berman, Brann and Whitsett introduced
House Bill No. 4449, entitled
A bill to amend 1993 PA 23, entitled “Michigan limited liability company act,” by amending sections 909 and 1101 (MCL 450.4909 and 450.5101), section 909 as amended by 2002 PA 686 and section 1101 as amended by 2019 PA 70.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Rules and Competitiveness.
Reps. Posthumus, Fink, Outman, Beeler, Bezotte, Carra, Roth, O’Malley, Beson and Hoitenga introduced
House Bill No. 4450, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending sections 2253 and 2453 (MCL 333.2253 and 333.2453), section 2253 as amended by 2006 PA 157.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
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Rep. Steckloff moved that the House adjourn.
The motion prevailed, the time being 1:15 p.m.
The Speaker Pro Tempore declared the House adjourned until Tuesday, March 9, at 1:30 p.m.
GARY L. RANDALL
Clerk of the House of Representatives