No. 90

STATE OF MICHIGAN

Journal of the Senate

98th Legislature

REGULAR SESSION OF 2015

Senate Chamber, Lansing, Thursday, October 8, 2015.

10:00 a.m.

The Senate was called to order by the President pro tempore, Senator Tonya Schuitmaker.

The roll was called by the Secretary of the Senate, who announced that a quorum was present.

Ananich—excused Hopgood—present Pavlov—present

Bieda—present Horn—present Proos—present

Booher—present Hune—present Robertson—present

Brandenburg—present Johnson—excused Rocca—present

Casperson—present Jones—present Schmidt—present

Colbeck—present Knezek—present Schuitmaker—present

Emmons—present Knollenberg—present Shirkey—present

Green—present Kowall—present Smith—present

Gregory—present MacGregor—present Stamas—present

Hansen—present Marleau—present Warren—present

Hertel—present Meekhof—present Young—present

Hildenbrand—present Nofs—present Zorn—present

Hood—present O’Brien—present

Senator Virgil K. Smith of the 4th District offered the following invocation:

Today I will read the meditation and prayer for the day from my Twenty-Four Hours A Day book:

“Pray and keep praying until it brings peace and serenity and a feeling of communion with One who is near and ready to help. The thought of God is balm for our hates and fears. In praying to God, we find healing for hurt feelings and resentments. In thinking of God, doubts and fears leave us. Instead of those doubts and fears, there will flow into our hearts such faith and love that is beyond the power of material things to give, and such peace that the world can neither give nor take away. With God, we can have the tolerance to live and let live.”

Now the prayer for the day: “I pray that I may have true tolerance and understanding. I pray that I may keep striving for those difficult things.”

In the name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.

The President pro tempore, Senator Schuitmaker, led the members of the Senate in recital of the Pledge of Allegiance.

Motions and Communications

Senator Warren entered the Senate Chamber.

The following communications were received:

Department of State

Administrative Rules

Notices of Filing

October 1, 2015

In accordance with the provisions of Section 46(1) of Act 306, Public Acts of 1969, as amended, and Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs and the State Office of Regulatory Reinvention filed Administrative Rule #2015-049-ED (Secretary of State Filing #15-10-02) on this date at 3:25 p.m. for the Department of Education, entitled “Special Education Programs and Services.”

These rules become effective immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44 or 45a(6) of 1969 PA 306. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.

October 1, 2015

In accordance with the provisions of Section 46(1) of Act 306, Public Acts of 1969, as amended, and Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs and the State Office of Regulatory Reinvention filed Administrative Rule #2015-046-ED (Secretary of State Filing #15-10-01) on this date at 3:26 p.m. for the Department of Education, entitled “Standards for Issuance of Work Permits.”

These rules become effective immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44 or 45a(6) of 1969 PA 306. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.

October 6, 2015

In accordance with the provisions of Section 46(1) of Act 306, Public Acts of 1969, as amended, and Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs and the State Office of Regulatory Reinvention filed Administrative Rule #2013-093-LR (Secretary of State Filing #15-10-03) on this date at 1:23 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, entitled “Cemetery Regulation - General Rules.”

These rules become effective immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44 or 45a(6) of 1969 PA 306. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.

Sincerely,

Ruth Johnson

Secretary of State

Robin L. Houston, Departmental Supervisor

Office of the Great Seal

The communications were referred to the Secretary for record.

The following communication was received:

Office of Senator Steven M. Bieda

October 7, 2015

Per Senate Rule 1.110(c), I am requesting that my name be added as a co‑sponsor to Senate Bill 514, which was introduced on September 24, 2015, by Senator Dave Robertson and is currently in the Senate Committee on Finance.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact my office. Thank you.

Sincerely,

Steve Bieda

State Senator

9th District

The communication was referred to the Secretary for record.

The Secretary announced that the following House bills were received in the Senate and filed on Wednesday, October 7:

House Bill Nos. 4209 4210 4461 4462 4685 4827

The Secretary announced the enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor on Wednesday, October 7, for his approval the following bills:

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 65 at 3:08 p.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 66 at 3:10 p.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 67 at 3:12 p.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 64 at 3:14 p.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 134 at 3:16 p.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 144 at 3:18 p.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 358 at 3:20 p.m.

The Secretary announced that the following bills were printed and filed on Wednesday, October 7, and are available at the Michigan Legislature website:

Senate Bill Nos. 541 542 543 544

House Bill Nos. 4936 4937 4938 4939 4940 4941 4942 4943 4944 4945 4946

Senator Kowall moved that Senators Hildenbrand, Emmons and Casperson be temporarily excused from today’s session.

The motion prevailed.

Senator Hood moved that Senator Young be temporarily excused from today’s session.

The motion prevailed.

Senator Hood moved that Senators Ananich and Johnson be excused from today’s session.

The motion prevailed.

Messages from the Governor

The following messages from the Governor were received and read:

September 30, 2015

I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointments to office:

Autism Council

Anthony J. Ianni of 39668 Kartar Lane, Novi, Michigan 48375, county of Oakland, representing individuals with ASD or an individual who is a family member of an individual with ASD, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring September 30, 2019.

Diane Heinzelman of 1792 Hunters Ridge, Petoskey, Michigan 49770, county of Emmet, representing ISDs, local school districts or transition coordinators, succeeding herself, is reappointed for a term expiring September 30, 2019.

Amy L. Matthews of 13728 Cottage Drive, Grand Haven, Michigan 49417, county of Ottawa, representing state-funded initiatives, succeeding herself, is reappointed for a term expiring September 30, 2019.

Jeff DeLay of 2405 Sunray Court, Davision, Michigan 48423, county of Genesee, representing adult service agencies and/or providers from a PIHP or CMHSP Authority, succeeding Scott Gilman, is appointed for a term expiring September 30, 2019.

September 30, 2015

I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointments to office:

Chair - State Boundary Commission

David J. Doyle of 3776 Meridian Road, Okemos, Michigan 48864, county of Ingham, is appointed for a term expiring at the pleasure of the Governor.

State Boundary Commission

Pamela A. Jarvis of 737 E. Charles, Hastings, Michigan 49058, county of Barry, succeeding Dennis Schornack, is appointed for a term expiring November 15, 2016.

David J. Doyle of 3776 Meridian Road, Okemos, Michigan 48864, county of Ingham, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring November 15, 2018.

September 30, 2015

I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointments to office:

Michigan Community Service Commission

Kriste K. Etue of 4782 Pines Eagles Drive, Brighton, Michigan 48116, county of Livingston, representing experts in the delivery of human, educational, environmental, or public safety services to communities and persons, succeeding David Andrews, is appointed for a term expiring October 1, 2018.

Ami Michelle Rabideau of 3000 Hall Street, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49506, county of Kent, representing experts in the delivery of human, educational, environmental, or public safety services to communities and persons, succeeding Janet Lawson, is appointed for a term expiring October 1, 2018.

Heidi E. Magyar of 6411 West Tyrrell Road, Laingsburg, Michigan 48848, county of Shiawassee, representing experts in the delivery of human, educational, environmental, or public safety services to communities and persons, succeeding LaMont Campbell, is appointed for a term expiring October 1, 2018.

Julie A. Calley of 10198 Butler Road, Portland, Michigan 48875, county of Ionia, representing local government, succeeding herself, is reappointed for a term expiring October 1, 2018.

David J. Price of 514 Fulton Place, Lansing, Michigan 48915, county of Ingham, representing experts in the delivery of human, educational, environmental, or public safety services to communities and persons, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring October 1, 2018.

Robert S. Collier of 710 Cardinal Drive, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49506, county of Kent, representing community-based agencies, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring October 1, 2018.

Robert T. Kolt of 1165 Woodwind Trail, Haslett, Michigan 48840, county of Ingham, representing individuals with experience in promoting service and volunteerism among older adults, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring October 1, 2018.

John T. Truscott of 920 Nicole Circle, Okemos, Michigan 48864, county of Ingham, representing business, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring October 1, 2018.

September 30, 2015

Please be advised of the following appointments to office:

Early Childhood Investment Corporation

Jason A. Gold of 536 Terrace Lane, Ypsilanti, Michigan 48198, county of Washtenaw, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring July 22, 2019.

Beverly H. Burns of 1135 Shelby Street, #2602, Detroit, Michigan 48226, county of Wayne, succeeding herself, is reappointed for a term expiring July 22, 2019.

Sincerely,

Rick Snyder

Governor

The appointments were referred to the Committee on Government Operations.

By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of

General Orders

Senator Kowall moved that the Senate resolve itself into the Committee of the Whole for consideration of the General Orders calendar.

The motion prevailed, and the President pro tempore, Senator Schuitmaker, designated Senator Horn as Chairperson.

After some time spent therein, the Committee arose; and the Assistant President pro tempore, Senator O’Brien, having assumed the Chair, the Committee reported back to the Senate, favorably and without amendment, the following bills:

Senate Bill No. 409, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending section 7340c (MCL 333.7340c), as added by 2014 PA 217.

Senate Bill No. 410, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 13m of chapter XVII (MCL 777.13m), as amended by 2014 PA 218.

Senate Bill No. 424, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending section 7410 (MCL 333.7410), as amended by 2006 PA 552.

Senate Bill No. 303, entitled

A bill to amend 1937 PA 215, entitled “An act to authorize municipalities to own or control cemetery or burial grounds; to provide for perpetual care and maintenance; to provide for endowment and perpetual care funds; and to permit municipalities to authorize the creation of joint cemetery associations,” by amending section 1 (MCL 128.1), as amended by 1980 PA 366.

Senate Bill No. 372, entitled

A bill to amend 1966 PA 291, entitled “Firefighters training council act,” by amending section 9 (MCL 29.369), as amended by 2013 PA 166.

The bills were placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.

During the Committee of the Whole, Senators Casperson, Hildenbrand and Emmons entered the Senate Chamber.

By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of

Messages from the House

Senate Bill No. 298, entitled

A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending sections 50a and 502c (MCL 750.50a and 750.502c), section 50a as added by 1994 PA 42 and section 502c as amended by 1998 PA 38.

The House of Representatives has substituted (H-1) the bill.

The House of Representatives has passed the bill as substituted (H-1), ordered that it be given immediate effect and pursuant to Joint Rule 20, inserted the full title.

Pending the order that, under rule 3.202, the bill be laid over one day,

Senator Kowall moved that the rule be suspended.

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

The question being on concurring in the substitute made to the bill by the House,

The substitute was concurred in, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:

Roll Call No. 411 Yeas—35

Bieda Hertel Kowall Rocca

Booher Hildenbrand MacGregor Schmidt

Brandenburg Hood Marleau Schuitmaker

Casperson Hopgood Meekhof Shirkey

Colbeck Horn Nofs Smith

Emmons Hune O’Brien Stamas

Green Jones Pavlov Warren

Gregory Knezek Proos Zorn

Hansen Knollenberg Robertson

Nays—0

Excused—3

Ananich Johnson Young

Not Voting—0

In The Chair: O’Brien

The question being on concurring in the committee recommendation to give the bill immediate effect,

The recommendation was concurred in, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.

The Senate agreed to the full title.

The bill was referred to the Secretary for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.

Senate Bill No. 299, entitled

A bill to amend 1970 PA 207, entitled “An act to exempt certain dogs from license fees,” by amending the title and section 1 (MCL 287.291), the title as amended by 1981 PA 74 and section 1 as amended by 2000 PA 4.

The House of Representatives has passed the bill and ordered that the bill be given immediate effect.

The question being on concurring in the committee recommendation to give the bill immediate effect,

The recommendation was concurred in, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.

The bill was referred to the Secretary for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.

By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of

Third Reading of Bills

Senator Kowall moved that the following bills be placed at the head of the Third Reading of Bills calendar:

Senate Bill No. 153

House Bill No. 4239

House Bill No. 4517

Senate Bill No. 239

Senate Bill No. 477

Senate Bill No. 453

The motion prevailed.

Senator Young entered the Senate Chamber.

The following bill was read a third time:

Senate Bill No. 153, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending sections 625a and 625c (MCL 257.625a and 257.625c), section 625a as amended by 2015 PA 11 and section 625c as amended by 2014 PA 315.

The question being on the passage of the bill,

Senator Proos offered the following amendment:

1. Amend page 7, line 20, after “the” by striking out “medical examiner” and inserting “LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER”.

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

The question being on the passage of the bill,

The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:

Roll Call No. 412 Yeas—30

Bieda Hertel Kowall Proos

Booher Hildenbrand MacGregor Robertson

Brandenburg Hopgood Marleau Rocca

Casperson Horn Meekhof Schmidt

Colbeck Hune Nofs Schuitmaker

Emmons Jones O’Brien Shirkey

Green Knezek Pavlov Zorn

Hansen Knollenberg

Nays—5

Gregory Stamas Warren Young

Smith

Excused—2

Ananich Johnson

Not Voting—1

Hood

In The Chair: O’Brien

The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.

The following bill was read a third time:

House Bill No. 4239, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending section 40111 (MCL 324.40111), as amended by 2015 PA 24.

The question being on the passage of the bill,

The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:

Roll Call No. 413 Yeas—36

Bieda Hertel Kowall Rocca

Booher Hildenbrand MacGregor Schmidt

Brandenburg Hood Marleau Schuitmaker

Casperson Hopgood Meekhof Shirkey

Colbeck Horn Nofs Smith

Emmons Hune O’Brien Stamas

Green Jones Pavlov Warren

Gregory Knezek Proos Young

Hansen Knollenberg Robertson Zorn

Nays—0

Excused—2

Ananich Johnson

Not Voting—0

In The Chair: O’Brien

The question being on concurring in the committee recommendation to give the bill immediate effect,

The recommendation was concurred in, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.

Pursuant to Joint Rule 20, the full title of the act shall be inserted to read as follows:

“An act to protect the environment and natural resources of the state; to codify, revise, consolidate, and classify laws relating to the environment and natural resources of the state; to regulate the discharge of certain substances into the environment; to regulate the use of certain lands, waters, and other natural resources of the state; to protect the people’s right to hunt and fish; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials; to provide for certain charges, fees, assessments, and donations; to provide certain appropriations; to prescribe penalties and provide remedies; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,”.

The Senate agreed to the full title.

The following bill was read a third time:

House Bill No. 4517, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” by amending section 863 (MCL 380.863).

The question being on the passage of the bill,

The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:

Roll Call No. 414 Yeas—36

Bieda Hertel Kowall Rocca

Booher Hildenbrand MacGregor Schmidt

Brandenburg Hood Marleau Schuitmaker

Casperson Hopgood Meekhof Shirkey

Colbeck Horn Nofs Smith

Emmons Hune O’Brien Stamas

Green Jones Pavlov Warren

Gregory Knezek Proos Young

Hansen Knollenberg Robertson Zorn

Nays—0

Excused—2

Ananich Johnson

Not Voting—0

In The Chair: O’Brien

The question being on concurring in the committee recommendation to give the bill immediate effect,

The recommendation was concurred in, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.

Pursuant to Joint Rule 20, the full title of the act shall be inserted to read as follows:

“An act to provide a system of public instruction and elementary and secondary schools; to revise, consolidate, and clarify the laws relating to elementary and secondary education; to provide for the organization, regulation, and maintenance of schools, school districts, public school academies, intermediate school districts, and other public school entities; to prescribe rights, powers, duties, and privileges of schools, school districts, public school academies, intermediate school districts, and other public school entities; to provide for the regulation of school teachers and certain other school employees; to provide for school elections and to prescribe powers and duties with respect thereto; to provide for the levy and collection of taxes; to provide for the borrowing of money and issuance of bonds and other evidences of indebtedness; to establish a fund and provide for expenditures from that fund; to provide for and prescribe the powers and duties of certain state departments, the state board of education, and certain other boards and officials; to provide for licensure of boarding schools; to prescribe penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,”.

The Senate agreed to the full title.

The following bill was read a third time:

Senate Bill No. 239, entitled

A bill to prohibit a local unit of government from enacting an ordinance or rule that regulates a dog based solely on breed, perceived breed, or type; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain local governmental entities.

The question being on the passage of the bill,

The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:

Roll Call No. 415 Yeas—25

Bieda Hildenbrand Knollenberg O’Brien

Booher Hopgood Kowall Proos

Casperson Horn MacGregor Robertson

Green Hune Marleau Schmidt

Gregory Jones Meekhof Schuitmaker

Hansen Knezek Nofs Smith

Hertel

Nays—11

Brandenburg Hood Shirkey Young

Colbeck Pavlov Stamas Zorn

Emmons Rocca Warren

Excused—2

Ananich Johnson

Not Voting—0

In The Chair: O’Brien

The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.

Protests

Senators Warren and Young, under their constitutional right of protest (Art. 4, Sec. 18), protested against the passage of Senate Bill No. 239.

Senator Warren moved that the statement she made during the discussion of the bill be printed as her reasons for voting “no.”

The motion prevailed.

Senator Warren’s statement, in which Senator Young concurred, is as follows:

I rise to give my “no” vote explanation on Senate Bill No. 239. Like many of you have received as well, I have received tremendous communication about this bill in my office over the last couple of weeks from very passionate advocates on both sides: Families who told horror stories of having loved ones be the victims of vicious dog attacks and dog owners who talk about their pets as part of their family and bring a passion to the discussion that is admirable. That said, throughout the last several years here on this floor and across the dome on the other side, we have had a number of pieces of sweeping policy that infringe on local control and diminish our local units of government and their elected representatives’ authority to address unique concerns of their own community.

I have very significant concerns that this legislation will continue this alarming trend of negatively impacting our community leaders’ ability to protect public safety and potentially overturning local ordinances approved by the voters, once again circumventing the will of the people. Currently in Michigan, at least 27 jurisdictions have policies like this in place. These communities are as diverse as Alma, Dearborn Heights, Kingsford, Saginaw, and in my district, Ypsilanti Township. Twenty-seven jurisdictions have said for the good of our citizens and for the values of our community, we think putting in place policies and ordinances that deal with animals in a breed-specific way—some are banned, some are not banned, and some like in my community have sterilization policies—our communities have said this is what we want to do at the local level.

With that in mind, today, I oppose this bill not as a result of any assumptions about any type or breed of dog, but rather because I firmly believe that our community leaders must retain the authority to address these matters at the local level. Senate Bill No. 239, should it pass today and receive appropriate support in the House and be signed into the law by the Governor, would make all of these local ordinances ineffective and unenforceable immediately. For that reason, Madam President and colleagues, I will be voting “no” on Senate Bill No. 239. In the interest of protecting local control and our local officials’ right to pass policies for our communities and for our citizens, I hope you will join me.

The following bill was read a third time:

Senate Bill No. 477, entitled

A bill to amend 2001 PA 266, entitled “Grade A milk law of 2001,” by amending section 6 (MCL 288.476), as amended by 2008 PA 136.

The question being on the passage of the bill,

The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:

Roll Call No. 416 Yeas—36

Bieda Hertel Kowall Rocca

Booher Hildenbrand MacGregor Schmidt

Brandenburg Hood Marleau Schuitmaker

Casperson Hopgood Meekhof Shirkey

Colbeck Horn Nofs Smith

Emmons Hune O’Brien Stamas

Green Jones Pavlov Warren

Gregory Knezek Proos Young

Hansen Knollenberg Robertson Zorn

Nays—0

Excused—2

Ananich Johnson

Not Voting—0

In The Chair: O’Brien

The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.

The following bill was read a third time:

Senate Bill No. 453, entitled

A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending section 8501 (MCL 600.8501), as amended by 1988 PA 135.

The question being on the passage of the bill,

The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:

Roll Call No. 417 Yeas—31

Bieda Hildenbrand MacGregor Rocca

Booher Hood Marleau Schmidt

Brandenburg Hopgood Meekhof Schuitmaker

Casperson Horn Nofs Shirkey

Colbeck Hune O’Brien Smith

Emmons Jones Pavlov Stamas

Green Knollenberg Proos Zorn

Hansen Kowall Robertson

Nays—5

Gregory Knezek Warren Young

Hertel

Excused—2

Ananich Johnson

Not Voting—0

In The Chair: O’Brien

The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.

By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of

Resolutions

Senator Kowall moved that consideration of the following resolutions be postponed for today:

House Concurrent Resolution No. 3

Senate Resolution No. 76

The motion prevailed.

Senator Green offered the following resolution:

Senate Resolution No. 102.

A resolution to proclaim October 11-17, 2015, as Cooperative Week.

Whereas, Cooperatives are businesses that are owned and democratically governed by their members and exist solely to serve their members’ interests; and

Whereas, Cooperative enterprises help build and sustain healthy communities in Michigan, promote jobs, and enhance the quality of life for those in our state and throughout the country; and

Whereas, Agricultural cooperatives play a vital role in the strong agricultural industry in Michigan; and

Whereas, More than 29,000 cooperatives operate in the United States, making a substantial contribution to the economy by generating over 2 million jobs, with annual sales of $652 billion and possessing assets of $3 trillion; and

Whereas, Cooperatives dedicate substantial human and financial resources to serve their communities beyond their core business functions, including charitable giving to meet the needs of underserved populations and investment in community development that generates jobs and income and helps create vital services; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate, That we hereby proclaim October 11-17, 2015, as Cooperative Week in the state of Michigan. May cooperatives from all industries reaffirm their member-service mission, their commitment to community, and pledge continued active involvement in the communities in which their members live and work.

Pending the order that, under rule 3.204, the resolution be referred to the Committee on Government Operations,

Senator Kowall moved that the rule be suspended.

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

The resolution was adopted.

Senators Bieda, Booher, Emmons, Hansen, Horn, Kowall, MacGregor, Marleau, Pavlov, Schmidt and Zorn were named co‑sponsors of the resolution.

Senators MacGregor, O’Brien, Booher, Hertel, Young, Zorn, Nofs, Brandenburg, Knollenberg, Horn, Hansen and Marleau offered the following resolution:

Senate Resolution No. 103.

A resolution to commemorate October 12-16, 2015, as Credit Union Week.

Whereas, Credit unions have been organized in Michigan since 1934. They have a proud tradition of innovation and leadership among the nation’s credit unions. The Michigan credit union movement is one of growth, progress, and success; and

Whereas, Michigan credit unions are rooted in the communities in which they serve, whether supporting local charities, offering financial education seminars, or operating student-run credit union branches in schools. They do this voluntarily, because as not-for-profit member-owned financial cooperatives, credit unions recognize that social responsibility is an integral part of their mission; and

Whereas, Credit unions in Michigan continually demonstrate their ability to improve the lives of individuals, families, and communities and have done so for generations, following the credit union philosophy of “People Helping People”; and

Whereas, Michigan credit unions remain informed through the assistance of the Michigan Credit Union League & Affiliates, which has focused exclusively on serving its members throughout its history; a commitment that is concisely expressed in its mission statement: “The Michigan Credit Union League will strengthen the credit union community and its image by providing advocacy on important issues, coordinating cooperative initiatives and by providing high-quality solutions that help credit unions succeed and enrich the lives of their members”; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate, That the members of this legislative body commemorate October 12-16, 2015, as Credit Union Week in the state of Michigan. We honor Michigan credit unions as they celebrate Credit Union Week.

Pending the order that, under rule 3.204, the resolution be referred to the Committee on Government Operations,

Senator Kowall moved that the rule be suspended.

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

The resolution was adopted.

Senators Bieda, Emmons, Jones, Kowall, Pavlov, Schmidt and Stamas were named co‑sponsors of the resolution.

Senators Schmidt and Casperson offered the following resolution:

Senate Resolution No. 105.

A resolution to encourage the President and Congress of the United States and the U.S. Office of Management and Budget to support plans to upgrade the Soo Locks at Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, and approve the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ request to fund preparation of an Economic Reevaluation Report.

Whereas, The Soo Locks at Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, are of the utmost importance to Michigan and play a critical role in our nation’s economy and security. Each year, approximately 10,000 Great Lakes vessels, carrying 80 million tons of iron ore, coal, grain, and other cargo, safely and efficiently traverse the locks. Nearly 80 percent of domestic iron ore, the primary material used to manufacture steel, travels from mines in Minnesota and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula through the Soo Locks; and

Whereas, Only one of the four Soo Locks is large enough to accommodate the modern vessels that commonly traverse the Great Lakes. Seventy percent of cargo is carried on these large ships that can only pass through the Poe Lock. The remainder of cargo goes through the smaller MacArthur Lock, with the smallest 100-year-old Davis and Sabin locks rarely used; and

Whereas, The reliance on one lock poses a serious risk to national security and the economies of the state of Michigan and the United States. A long-term outage of the Poe Lock due to lock failure or terrorist attack could cripple the economy and disrupt steel production in the United States. It is estimated that a 30-day outage would result in economic losses of $160 million; and

Whereas, Upgrades to the Soo Locks are needed to ensure national security and unfettered commerce through the Great Lakes. To this end, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has requested funding to conduct a study crucial to moving forward with the construction of a second, large lock. The Economic Reevaluation Report would examine the economic benefits and costs of replacing the Davis and Sabin locks with a lock similar in size to the current Poe Lock; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate, That we encourage the President and Congress of the United States and the U.S. Office of Management and Budget to support plans to upgrade the Soo Locks at Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, and approve the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ reprogramming request to fund an Economic Reevaluation Report for replacing the Davis and Sabin locks; and be it further

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

Pending the order that, under rule 3.204, the resolution be referred to the Committee on Government Operations,

Senator Kowall moved that the rule be suspended.

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

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

Senator Kowall moved that the resolution be referred to the Committee on Economic Development and International Investment.

The motion prevailed.

Senators Bieda, Booher, Emmons, Hansen, Horn, Jones, Kowall, MacGregor, Marleau, Pavlov, Stamas and Zorn were named co‑sponsors of the resolution.

Introduction and Referral of Bills

Senator Green introduced

Senate Bill No. 552, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 3101 and 3122 (MCL 324.3101 and 324.3122), section 3101 as amended by 2006 PA 97 and section 3122 as amended by 2015 PA 82.

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

Senator Jones introduced

Senate Bill No. 553, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” by amending sections 681, 684, 687, 1711, 1724a, and 1731 (MCL 380.681, 380.684, 380.687, 380.1711, 380.1724a, and 380.1731), sections 681 and 684 as amended by 2007 PA 45, sections 687, 1724a, and 1731 as amended by 2004 PA 415, and section 1711 as amended by 2008 PA 1, and by adding section 640.

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

Senators Schuitmaker and Horn introduced

Senate Bill No. 554, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 16206.

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

Senators Schuitmaker and Horn introduced

Senate Bill No. 555, entitled

A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled “Occupational code,” by amending section 210 (MCL 339.210).

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

Senator Horn introduced

Senate Bill No. 556, entitled

A bill to amend 2005 PA 210, entitled “Commercial rehabilitation act,” by repealing section 16 (MCL 207.856).

The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Economic Development and International Investment.

House Bill No. 4209, entitled

A bill to license and regulate medical marihuana growers, processors, provisioning centers, secure transporters, and safety compliance facilities; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities; to create a medical marihuana licensing board; to create an advisory panel; to provide immunity from prosecution for marihuana-related offenses for persons engaging in marihuana-related activities in compliance with this act; to prescribe civil fines and sanctions and provide remedies; to provide for taxes, fees, and assessments; to make an appropriation; and to require the promulgation of rules.

The House of Representatives has passed the bill and ordered that it be given immediate effect.

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

House Bill No. 4210, entitled

A bill to amend 2008 IL 1, entitled “Michigan medical marihuana act,” by amending sections 3, 4, 6, and 7 (MCL 333.26423, 333.26424, 333.26426, and 333.26427), sections 3 and 4 as amended by 2012 PA 512 and section 6 as amended by 2012 PA 514, and by adding sections 4a and 4b.

The House of Representatives has passed the bill by a 3/4 vote and ordered that it be given immediate effect.

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

House Bill No. 4461, entitled

A bill to amend 1941 PA 122, entitled “An act to establish the revenue collection duties of the department of treasury; to prescribe its powers and duties as the revenue collection agency of this state; to prescribe certain powers and duties of the state treasurer; to establish the collection duties of certain other state departments for money or accounts owed to this state; to regulate the importation, stamping, and disposition of certain tobacco products; to provide for the transfer of powers and duties now vested in certain other state boards, commissions, departments, and offices; to prescribe certain duties of and require certain reports from the department of treasury; to provide procedures for the payment, administration, audit, assessment, levy of interests or penalties on, and appeals of taxes and tax liability; to prescribe its powers and duties if an agreement to act as agent for a city to administer, collect, and enforce the city income tax act on behalf of a city is entered into with any city; to provide an appropriation; to abolish the state board of tax administration; to prescribe penalties and provide remedies; and to declare the effect of this act,” by amending section 30 (MCL 205.30), as amended by 2014 PA 424.

The House of Representatives has passed the bill.

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

House Bill No. 4462, entitled

A bill to amend 1964 PA 284, entitled “City income tax act,” by amending section 43 of chapter 2 (MCL 141.643), as amended by 1996 PA 478.

The House of Representatives has passed the bill.

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

House Bill No. 4685, entitled

A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled “General sales tax act,” by amending section 6a (MCL 205.56a), as amended by 2013 PA 1.

The House of Representatives has passed the bill.

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

House Bill No. 4827, entitled

A bill to establish a system to track marihuana and marihuana products in commercial trade; to monitor compliance with laws authorizing commercial traffic in medical marihuana; to identify threats to health from particular batches of marihuana or medical marihuana; to require persons engaged in commercial trade to submit certain information for entry into the system; to provide the powers and duties of certain state departments and agencies; and to provide for sanctions.

The House of Representatives has passed the bill and ordered that it be given immediate effect.

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

Statements

Senator Bieda asked and was granted unanimous consent to make a statement and moved that the statement be printed in the Journal.

The motion prevailed.

Senator Bieda’s statement is as follows:

I wanted to take a couple of minutes to congratulate a group beginning its 150th anniversary celebration, our friends at the Michigan State Medical Society. The 150th anniversary reaffirms its mission of promoting a health care environment to enhance the health of Michigan citizens through science, quality, and ethics in the practice of medicine. The world-class members are in leading positions; scholars and researchers help address issues locally and globally.

Michigan State Medical Society’s institutional commitment to public service ignites passion with its members and puts health and wellness to work in communities statewide and across the globe. MSMS represents 15,000 physicians across the state of Michigan, and as they kick off their anniversary, I ask that my colleagues join me in congratulating them and wishing them the best for the next 150 years.

Committee Reports

The Committee on Commerce reported

Senate Bill No. 492, entitled

A bill to amend 1974 PA 269, entitled “Franchise investment law,” (MCL 445.1501 to 445.1546) by adding section 4b.

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Wayne A. Schmidt

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Schmidt, Kowall, MacGregor and Nofs

Nays: Senator Hertel

The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Commerce reported

Senate Bill No. 493, entitled

A bill to amend 1969 PA 317, entitled “Worker’s disability compensation act of 1969,” (MCL 418.101 to 418.941) by adding section 120.

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Wayne A. Schmidt

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Schmidt, Kowall, MacGregor and Nofs

Nays: Senator Hertel

The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Committee on Commerce submitted the following:

Meeting held on Wednesday, October 7, 2015, at 8:30 a.m., Room 210, Farnum Building

Present: Senators Schmidt (C), Kowall, MacGregor, Nofs and Hertel

The Committee on Finance reported

Senate Bill No. 234, entitled

A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” by amending sections 651, 655, and 657 (MCL 206.651, 206.655, and 206.657), section 651 as amended by 2011 PA 171 and sections 655 and 657 as added by 2011 PA 38.

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

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Jack M. Brandenburg

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Brandenburg, Robertson, Knollenberg, Casperson, Bieda and Warren

Nays: None

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Finance reported

Senate Bill No. 368, entitled

A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” by amending section 30 (MCL 206.30), as amended by 2012 PA 597.

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Jack M. Brandenburg

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Brandenburg, Robertson, Knollenberg, Casperson, Proos, Bieda and Warren

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Finance reported

Senate Bill No. 428, entitled

A bill to establish the American Red Cross Michigan fund in the department of treasury; to provide for the distribution of the money from the fund; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain agencies and officials; and to provide for appropriations.

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Jack M. Brandenburg

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Brandenburg, Robertson, Knollenberg, Casperson, Bieda and Warren

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Finance reported

Senate Bill No. 429, entitled

A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” by amending section 435 (MCL 206.435), as amended by 2013 PA 92.

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

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Jack M. Brandenburg

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Brandenburg, Robertson, Knollenberg, Casperson, Bieda and Warren

Nays: None

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Finance reported

House Bill No. 4464, entitled

A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled “General sales tax act,” by amending section 4g (MCL 205.54g), as amended by 2013 PA 211.

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Jack M. Brandenburg

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Brandenburg, Robertson, Knollenberg, Casperson, Bieda and Warren

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Finance reported

House Bill No. 4465, entitled

A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled “Use tax act,” by amending section 4d (MCL 205.94d), as amended by 2008 PA 439.

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Jack M. Brandenburg

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Brandenburg, Robertson, Knollenberg, Casperson, Bieda and Warren

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Finance reported

House Bill No. 4495, entitled

A bill to amend 2001 PA 34, entitled “Revised municipal finance act,” by amending section 701 (MCL 141.2701), as amended by 2002 PA 500.

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Jack M. Brandenburg

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Brandenburg, Robertson, Knollenberg, Casperson, Bieda and Warren

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Committee on Finance submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, October 6, 2015, at 2:30 p.m., Room 210, Farnum Building

Present: Senators Brandenburg (C), Robertson, Knollenberg, Casperson, Proos, Bieda and Warren

The Committee on Education reported

Senate Bill No. 491, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” by amending sections 1233b and 1531i (MCL 380.1233b and 380.1531i), section 1233b as amended by 1995 PA 289 and section 1531i as added by 2009 PA 202.

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

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Phillip J. Pavlov

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Pavlov, Knollenberg, Booher and Colbeck

Nays: Senator Knezek

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Education reported

House Bill No. 4059, entitled

A bill to amend 1980 PA 300, entitled “The public school employees retirement act of 1979,” by amending section 61 (MCL 38.1361), as amended by 2012 PA 464.

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-5) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Phillip J. Pavlov

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Pavlov, Knollenberg, Booher, Colbeck and Knezek

Nays: None

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Committee on Education submitted the following:

Meeting held on Wednesday, October 7, 2015, at 8:30 a.m., Room 110, Farnum Building

Present: Senators Pavlov (C), Knollenberg, Booher, Colbeck and Knezek

The Committee on Judiciary reported

Senate Resolution No. 75.

A resolution recognizing June 19, 2015, as Juneteenth.

(For text of resolution, see Senate Journal No. 60, p. 1342.)

With the recommendation that the following amendment be adopted and that the resolution then be adopted:

1. Amend the resolution by striking out all of the ninth Whereas clause and inserting:

“Whereas, Even 150 years after emancipation, Africans in America continue to experience the lasting economic and social effects of 246 years of slavery followed by decades of further oppression; now, therefore, be it”.

Rick Jones

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Jones, Schuitmaker and Bieda

Nays: Senator Colbeck

The resolution and the amendment recommended by the committee were placed on the order of Resolutions.

The Committee on Judiciary reported

Senate Bill No. 175, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 12f of chapter XVII (MCL 777.12f), as amended by 2014 PA 220.

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

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Rick Jones

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Jones, Schuitmaker and Rocca

Nays: Senator Colbeck

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Judiciary reported

Senate Bill No. 176, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending sections 20d, 212, 304, 319, 625k, and 625l (MCL 257.20d, 257.212, 257.304, 257.319, 257.625k, and 257.625l), section 20d as added by 2008 PA 462, section 212 as amended by 2002 PA 534, section 304 as amended by 2013 PA 226, section 319 as amended by 2012 PA 306, and sections 625k and 625l as amended by 2008 PA 461.

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

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Rick Jones

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Jones, Schuitmaker, Rocca and Bieda

Nays: Senator Colbeck

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Judiciary reported

Senate Bill No. 207, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending sections 43a and 625a (MCL 257.43a and 257.625a), section 43a as added and 625a as amended by 2014 PA 315.

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

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Rick Jones

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Jones, Schuitmaker, Rocca, Colbeck and Bieda

Nays: None

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Judiciary reported

Senate Bill No. 357, entitled

A bill to amend 1974 PA 300, entitled “Motor vehicle service and repair act,” by amending sections 2 and 10 (MCL 257.1302 and 257.1310), section 2 as amended by 1988 PA 254 and section 10 as amended by 2000 PA 366, and by adding sections 6a and 10a.

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

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Rick Jones

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Jones, Schuitmaker, Rocca and Bieda

Nays: Senator Colbeck

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Judiciary reported

Senate Bill No. 434, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending section 625a (MCL 257.625a), as amended by 2015 PA 11, and by adding sections 43b and 625p.

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

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Rick Jones

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Jones, Schuitmaker, Rocca, Colbeck and Bieda

Nays: None

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Judiciary reported

Senate Bill No. 516, entitled

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 1, 5b, 8, and 12a (MCL 28.421, 28.425b, 28.428, and 28.432a), section 1 as amended by 2015 PA 25, section 5b as amended by 2015 PA 16, section 8 as amended by 2015 PA 3, and section 12a as amended by 2006 PA 559.

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

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Rick Jones

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Jones, Schuitmaker, Colbeck and Bieda

Nays: None

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Judiciary reported

Senate Bill No. 531, entitled

A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” (MCL 600.101 to 600.9947) by adding section 176 and chapter 19A.

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

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Rick Jones

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Jones, Schuitmaker, Rocca, Colbeck and Bieda

Nays: None

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Judiciary reported

Senate Bill No. 532, entitled

A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” (MCL 600.101 to 600.9947) by adding section 176.

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

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Rick Jones

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Jones, Schuitmaker, Rocca, Colbeck and Bieda

Nays: None

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Judiciary reported

Senate Bill No. 533, entitled

A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” (MCL 600.101 to 600.9947) by adding section 1988.

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

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Rick Jones

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Jones, Schuitmaker, Rocca, Colbeck and Bieda

Nays: None

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Judiciary reported

House Bill No. 4159, entitled

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 section 5o (MCL 28.425o), as amended by 2014 PA 206.

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-4) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Rick Jones

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Jones, Schuitmaker, Colbeck and Bieda

Nays: None

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Committee on Judiciary submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, October 6, 2015, at 3:00 p.m., Room 110, Farnum Building

Present: Senators Jones (C), Schuitmaker, Rocca, Colbeck and Bieda

The Committee on Natural Resources reported

Senate Bill No. 400, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending the heading of part 121 and sections 12101, 12102, 12102a, 12103, 12105, 12107, 12109, 12111, 12112, 12113, 12114, 12115, 12116, and 12117 (MCL 324.12101, 324.12102, 324.12102a, 324.12103, 324.12105, 324.12107, 324.12109, 324.12111, 324.12112, 324.12113, 324.12114, 324.12115, 324.12116, and 324.12117), sections 12101, 12102, 12105, 12107, 12111, and 12113 as amended by 2008 PA 8, section 12102a as amended by 2008 PA 153, sections 12103, 12109, and 12112 as amended by 2014 PA 286, sections 12114 and 12116 as amended by 1998 PA 140, and section 12115 as amended by 2004 PA 587.

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

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Thomas A. Casperson

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Casperson, Pavlov, Robertson, Stamas and Warren

Nays: None

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Natural Resources reported

Senate Bill No. 401, entitled

A bill to amend 1998 PA 138, entitled “Hazardous materials transportation act,” by amending sections 2 and 3 (MCL 29.472 and 29.473), section 2 as amended by 2013 PA 74.

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

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Thomas A. Casperson

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Casperson, Pavlov, Robertson, Stamas and Warren

Nays: None

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Natural Resources reported

Senate Bill No. 402, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 13c of chapter XVII (MCL 777.13c), as amended by 2006 PA 59.

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

The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.

Thomas A. Casperson

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Casperson, Pavlov, Robertson, Stamas and Warren

Nays: None

The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Committee on Natural Resources submitted the following:

Meeting held on Wednesday, October 7, 2015, at 12:30 p.m., Room 210, Farnum Building

Present: Senators Casperson (C), Pavlov, Robertson, Stamas and Warren

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Committee on Transportation submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, October 8, 2015, at 8:30 a.m., Room 210, Farnum Building

Present: Senators Casperson (C), Horn, Pavlov, Marleau and Hopgood

Scheduled Meetings

Appropriations -

Subcommittee -

K-12, School Aid, Education - Wednesday, October 14, 8:30 a.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373-2768)

Economic Development and International Investment - Thursday, October 15, 1:30 p.m., Room 210, Farnum Building (373-5323)

Education - Tuesday, October 13, 12:00 noon, Room 110, Farnum Building (373-5314)

Finance - Tuesday, October 13, 2:30 p.m., Room 210, Farnum Building (373-5323)

Regulatory Reform - Wednesday, October 14, 1:00 p.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower (373-5323)

State Drug Treatment Court Advisory Committee - Tuesday, October 20, 10:00 a.m., Legislative Council Conference Room, 3rd Floor, Boji Tower (373-0212)

Senator Kowall moved that the Senate adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 10:44 a.m.

The Assistant President pro tempore, Senator O’Brien, declared the Senate adjourned until Tuesday, October 13, 2015, at 10:00 a.m.

JEFFREY F. COBB

Secretary of the Senate

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