STATE OF MICHIGAN
JOURNAL
OF THE
House of Representatives
101st Legislature
REGULAR SESSION OF 2021
House Chamber, Lansing, Wednesday, September 22, 2021.
10:00 a.m.
The House was called to order by the Speaker Pro Tempore.
The roll was called by the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who announced that a quorum was present.
Aiyash—present Damoose—present LaFave—present Roth—present
Albert—present Eisen—present LaGrand—present Sabo—present
Alexander—present Ellison—present Lasinski—present Schroeder—excused
Allor—present Farrington—present Liberati—present Scott—present
Anthony—present Filler—present Lightner—present Shannon—present
Beeler—present Fink—present Lilly—absent Slagh—present
Bellino—present Frederick—present Maddock—present Sneller—present
Berman—present Garza—present Manoogian—present Sowerby—present
Beson—present Glenn—present Marino—excused Steckloff—present
Bezotte—present Green—present Markkanen—present Steenland—present
Bolden—present Griffin—present Martin—present Stone—present
Bollin—present 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—excused 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—excused 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. Tim Sneller, from the 50th District, offered the following invocation:
“At the end of the civil war and the beginning of his second term, Abraham Lincoln spoke these words; ‘With malice toward none; with charity for all; with firmness in the right, as God gives us to see the right, let us strive on to finish the work we are in; to bind up the nation’s wounds... to do all which may achieve and cherish a just and lasting peace among ourselves and with all nations. ‘
Lincoln delivered these words at a time when the country was deeply divided. We find ourselves in a similar situation today. As we come together today, let us take moment to appreciate and recognize those next to us, those across the aisle, and those we represent. We will not always see eye to eye or agree with those sitting next to us, but we must respect and appreciate that we are in this chamber to serve the needs of those who elected us.
While we stand in this chamber where so many have come together before us, let us work together to serve the people of Michigan. The work done here spans generations. Long after we are gone, every bill, resolution, and decision to come from this chamber will remain. Let us serve our communities with an eye toward those who have the least and struggle most. Only then, can we find just and lasting peace.”
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Rep. Rabhi moved that Reps. Jones and Peterson be excused from today’s session.
The motion prevailed.
Rep. Frederick moved that Reps. Marino and Schroeder be excused from today’s session.
The motion prevailed.
Reports of Select Committees
The Speaker laid before the House the conference report relative to
House Bill No. 4400, entitled
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The state school aid act of 1979,” by amending sections 236, 236b, 236c, 241, 245, 245a, 252, 256, 263, 264, 265a, 265b, 267, 268, 269, 270, 270c, 274, 275d, 275f, 275g, 275h, 276, 277, 278, 279, 280, 281, 282, 285, and 286 (MCL 388.1836, 388.1836b, 388.1836c, 388.1841, 388.1845, 388.1845a, 388.1852, 388.1856, 388.1863, 388.1864, 388.1865a, 388.1865b, 388.1867, 388.1868, 388.1869, 388.1870, 388.1870c, 388.1874, 388.1875d, 388.1875f, 388.1875g, 388.1875h, 388.1876, 388.1877, 388.1878, 388.1879, 388.1880, 388.1881, 388.1882, 388.1885, and 388.1886), sections 236, 236b, 236c, 241, 245, 245a, 256, 263, 264, 265b, 267, 268, 269, 270, 276, 277, 278, 279, 280, 281, and 282 as amended and sections 270c, 275f, 275g, and 275h as added by 2020 PA 165, section 252 as amended by 2019 PA 162, sections 265a and 274 as amended and section 275d as added by 2019 PA 62, section 285 as amended by 2012 PA 201, and section 286 as amended by 2015 PA 85, and by adding sections 264a and 275j; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
(The conference report was reported by the conference committee on September 21.)
(For conference report, see House Journal No. 73, p. 1418.)
The question being on the adoption of the conference report,
The conference report was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Aiyash Damoose Kuppa Scott
Albert Eisen LaFave Shannon
Alexander Ellison LaGrand Slagh
Allor Farrington Lasinski Sneller
Anthony Filler Liberati Sowerby
Beeler Frederick Lightner Steckloff
Bellino Garza Manoogian Steenland
Beson Glenn Markkanen Stone
Bezotte Green Martin Tate
Bolden Griffin Morse Thanedar
Bollin Haadsma Mueller Tisdel
Borton Hall Neeley VanSingel
Brabec Hammoud O’Malley VanWoerkom
Breen Hauck O’Neal Wakeman
Brixie Hertel Outman Weiss
Calley Hoitenga Paquette Wendzel
Cambensy Hood Pohutsky Wentworth
Camilleri Hope Posthumus Whiteford
Carter, B Hornberger Puri Whitsett
Carter, T Howell Rabhi Witwer
Cavanagh Huizenga Rendon Wozniak
Cherry Johnson, C Rogers Yancey
Clemente Kahle Roth Yaroch
Clements Koleszar Sabo Young
Coleman
Nays—8
Berman Carra Johnson, S Meerman
Brann Fink Maddock Reilly
In The Chair: Hornberger
The Speaker laid before the House the conference report relative to
Senate Bill No. 82, entitled
A bill to make appropriations for the legislature, the executive, the department of the attorney general, the department of state, the department of treasury, the department of technology, management, and budget, the department of civil rights, and certain other state purposes for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022; to place conditions on the appropriations; to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations; to provide for the disposition of fees and other income received by the state agencies; and to declare the effect of this act.
(The conference report was received from the Senate on September 21.)
(For conference report, see House Journal No. 73, p. 1452.)
The question being on the adoption of the conference report,
The conference report was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Aiyash Coleman Koleszar Scott
Albert Damoose Kuppa Shannon
Alexander Eisen LaFave Slagh
Allor Ellison LaGrand Sneller
Anthony Farrington Lasinski Sowerby
Beeler Filler Liberati Steckloff
Bellino Fink Lightner Steenland
Beson Frederick Manoogian Stone
Bezotte Garza Markkanen Tate
Bolden Glenn Martin Thanedar
Bollin Green Morse Tisdel
Borton Griffin Mueller VanSingel
Brabec Haadsma Neeley VanWoerkom
Brann Hall O’Malley Wakeman
Breen Hammoud O’Neal Weiss
Brixie Hauck Outman Wendzel
Calley Hertel Paquette Wentworth
Cambensy Hoitenga Pohutsky Whiteford
Camilleri Hood Posthumus Whitsett
Carter, B Hope Puri Witwer
Carter, T Hornberger Rabhi Wozniak
Cavanagh Howell Rendon Yancey
Cherry Huizenga Rogers Yaroch
Clemente Johnson, C Roth Young
Clements Kahle Sabo
Nays—6
Berman Johnson, S Meerman Reilly
Carra Maddock
In The Chair: Hornberger
By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of
Motions and Resolutions
The Speaker laid before the House
House Resolution No. 160.
A resolution to welcome Afghan refugees to the state of Michigan.
(The resolution was introduced and postponed for the day on September 14, see House Journal No. 72, p. 1402.)
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The motion prevailed.
Reps. Camilleri, Brabec, Breen, Cavanagh, Cherry, Clemente, Kuppa, Morse, Rabhi, Rogers, Sneller, Sowerby, Steenland and Young offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 162.
A resolution to declare September 22, 2021, as Maltese American Heritage Day in the state of Michigan.
Whereas, Malta is a country in the central Mediterranean Sea with a rich and unique history dating back thousands of years. Because of its strategic location, this archipelago of six islands has been a naval asset for centuries and was also instrumental in World War II. After coming under siege by Axis powers, the ensuing Allied offensive to regain the island was successful and was instrumental in the following North African campaign. Malta would eventually gain its independence from the United Kingdom on September 21, 1964, and became a republic in 1974. Today, Malta is a unitary multiparty republic, with a parliament consisting of a unicameral House of Representatives; and
Whereas, Despite its small geographic size, Malta is the fourth most densely populated country in Europe and the eighth most in the world, with a population of nearly 450,000 spread across approximately 121 square miles. Among other unique attributes, Malta boasts three UNESCO heritage sites, delicious cuisine, world-renowned diving and other recreational opportunities on its stunning coastline, and some of the oldest freestanding structures in the world; and
Whereas, The United States is fortunate to be home to more than 42,000 Maltese Americans. According to a 2017 study, over 13,000 Michiganders are Maltese immigrants or children of Maltese immigrants, making the Metro Detroit area the largest concentration of Maltese Americans in the nation. Michiganders of Maltese descent, from the auto workers that helped build Michigan into an industrial powerhouse to the entrepreneurs who opened restaurants that are still serving the Metro Detroit community today, have employed the Maltese values of creativity, perseverance, and relentless hard work to build a better future for their families and the communities they call home. Both the state of Michigan and the United States of America have been enriched by the contributions of Maltese Americans in all facets of life, including the arts, sciences, business, education, and philanthropy; and
Whereas, Maltese American residents are proudly served in Michigan by the Maltese American Benevolent Society in Detroit and the Maltese American Community Club in Dearborn; and
Whereas, Michigan views cultural diversity as a strength and welcomes the opportunity to honor our fellow Michiganders of Maltese descent for their lasting and expanding imprint upon our state; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare September 22, 2021, as Maltese American Heritage Day in the state of Michigan. We encourage all citizens to celebrate the individual and collective contributions of Maltese Americans to this state and to this country.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
Reps. Hall, Breen, Kuppa, Rogers and Steenland offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 163.
A resolution to declare September 27-October 1, 2021, as Independent Food Retailers Week in the state of Michigan.
Whereas, Independent Food Retailers Week provides a time to celebrate the food retail industry and its dedication to the public in their delivery of services to our state even in the midst of a global pandemic; and
Whereas, The retail food industry is comprised of grocers, specialty food markets, convenience stores, and pharmacies along with many other businesses providing access to food at retail in their communities; and
Whereas, According to a 2016 study, this industry contributes an estimated gross total of $24.8 billion to Michigan’s economy through its direct sales, indirect economic impact on other industries, and employment; and
Whereas, The retail food industry directly supported 198,000 full and part time jobs along with an additional 75,000 indirect jobs; and
Whereas, Businesses in the food retail industry contribute nearly $900 million in state and local taxes to state and local governments; and
Whereas, As we celebrate Food Retailers Week in Michigan, we acknowledge the many contributions these businesses and their employees make to our state; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare September 27-October 1, 2021, as Independent Food Retailers Week in the state of Michigan.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
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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.
Announcement by the Clerk of Printing and Enrollment
The Clerk announced that the following bills had been reproduced and made available electronically on Tuesday, September 21:
House Bill Nos. 5303 5304 5305 5306 5307 5308 5309 5310 5311 5312 5313 5314 5315 5316 5317 5318 5319 5320 5321
Senate Bill Nos. 646 647 648
The Clerk announced that the following bills had been reproduced and made available electronically on Wednesday, September 22:
Senate Bill
Nos. 649 650 651 652 653
Reps. Hall, Yancey, Bezotte, Roth, Filler, O’Malley, Hauck, Scott, Breen, Witwer, Coleman, Hertel, Young, Steckloff, Sabo, Brixie, Steenland, Tyrone Carter and Wozniak introduced
House Bill No. 5322, entitled
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled “General sales tax act,” by amending sections 12 and 18 (MCL 205.62 and 205.68), section 12 as amended by 2018 PA 167 and section 18 as amended by 2014 PA 108.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Tax Policy.
House Bill No. 5323, entitled
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled “Use tax act,” by amending sections 14a and 14b (MCL 205.104a and 205.104b), section 14a as amended by 2014 PA 109 and section 14b as amended by 2018 PA 168.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Tax Policy.
House Bill No. 5324, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending section 2030 (MCL 324.2030), as amended by 2010 PA 32.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
House Bill No. 5325, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending sections 14, 248a, and 248d (MCL 257.14, 257.248a, and 257.248d), sections 14 and 248a as amended and section 248d as added by 2012 PA 498.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform.
Reps. Outman, Green, Howell, Markkanen, Beeler, Wozniak and O’Malley introduced
House Bill No. 5326, entitled
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending section 27 (MCL 211.27), as amended by 2019 PA 116.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Tax Policy.
House Bill No. 5327, entitled
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” by amending section 67 (MCL 250.1067), as added by 2003 PA 195.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Transportation.
House Bill No. 5328, entitled
A bill to amend 2013 PA 240, entitled “Michigan state capitol historic site act,” by amending section 6 (MCL 4.1946).
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
House Bill No. 5329, entitled
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending section 10g (MCL 211.10g), as added by 2018 PA 660.
The bill was read a first time by its title and
referred to the Committee on Local Government and Municipal Finance.
House Bill No. 5330, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding part 192.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
Reps. Yaroch, Eisen, Allor, Wozniak, Markkanen, Meerman, Paquette, Damoose and Rendon introduced
House Bill No. 5331, entitled
A bill to amend 1964 PA 170, entitled “An act to make uniform the liability of municipal corporations, political subdivisions, and the state, its agencies and departments, officers, employees, and volunteers thereof, and members of certain boards, councils, and task forces when engaged in the exercise or discharge of a governmental function, for injuries to property and persons; to define and limit this liability; to define and limit the liability of the state when engaged in a proprietary function; to authorize the purchase of liability insurance to protect against loss arising out of this liability; to provide for defending certain claims made against public officers, employees, and volunteers and for paying damages sought or awarded against them; to provide for the legal defense of public officers, employees, and volunteers; to provide for reimbursement of public officers and employees for certain legal expenses; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending section 7 (MCL 691.1407), as amended by 2013 PA 173.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Commerce and Tourism.
Reps. Yaroch, Eisen, Allor, Wozniak, Markkanen, Meerman, Damoose and Rendon introduced
House Bill No. 5332, entitled
A bill to provide remedies for employees who sustain personal injury because of employer-mandated vaccinations against COVID-19; and to provide protection from liability for employers that do not mandate vaccinations against COVID-19 for employees.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Commerce and Tourism.
House Bill No. 5333, entitled
A bill to prohibit the expenditure of state money and use of state resources to implement or enforce certain federal laws related to COVID-19.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of
Reports of Select Committees
House Bill No. 4400, entitled
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The state school aid act of 1979,” by amending sections 201, 206, 207a, 207b, 207c, 209, 209a, 210b, 220, 222, 223, 226b, 226d, 229, 229a, 230, 236, 236b, 236c, 241, 245, 245a, 256, 259, 260, 263, 264, 265, 265b, 267, 268, 269, 270c, 274, 274d, 275d, 275f, 275g, 275h, 275i, 276, 277, 278, 279, 280, 281, 281a, 282, 285, 286, and 291 (MCL 388.1801, 388.1806, 388.1807a, 388.1807b, 388.1807c, 388.1809, 388.1809a, 388.1810b, 388.1820, 388.1822, 388.1823, 388.1826b, 388.1826d, 388.1829, 388.1829a, 388.1830, 388.1836, 388.1836b, 388.1836c, 388.1841, 388.1845, 388.1845a, 388.1856, 388.1859, 388.1860, 388.1863, 388.1864, 388.1865, 388.1865b, 388.1867, 388.1868, 388.1869, 388.1870c, 388.1874, 388.1874d, 388.1875d, 388.1875f, 388.1875g, 388.1875h, 388.1875i, 388.1876, 388.1877, 388.1878, 388.1879, 388.1880, 388.1881, 388.1881a, 388.1882, 388.1885, 388.1886, and 388.1891), sections 201, 206, 207a, 207b, 207c, 209, 209a, 222, 223, 229, 229a, 230, 236, 236b, 236c, 241, 245, 245a, 256, 263, 264, 265, 265b, 267, 268, 269, 276, 277, 278, 279, 280, 281, and 282 as amended and sections 226b, 226d, 259, 260, 270c, 275f, 275g, 275h, 275i, and 281a as added by 2020 PA 165, section 210b as amended by 2019 PA 52, section 220 as amended by 2016 PA 249, section 274 as amended and section 275d as added by 2019 PA 62, section 274d as amended by 2018 PA 265, sections 285 and 291 as amended by 2012 PA 201, and section 286 as amended by 2015 PA 85, and by adding sections 201e, 210g, 210h, 226f, 226g, 236h, 236i, 275j, and 286b; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
(For text of conference report, see House Journal No. 73, p. 1418.)
The Senate has adopted the report of the Committee of Conference and ordered that the bill be given immediate effect.
The bill was referred to the Clerk for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.
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Rep. Hauck moved that the House adjourn.
The motion prevailed, the time being 12:05 p.m.
The Speaker Pro Tempore declared the House adjourned until Thursday, September 23, at 12:00 Noon.
GARY L. RANDALL
Clerk of the House of Representatives