No. 34

STATE OF MICHIGAN

Journal of the Senate

97th Legislature

REGULAR SESSION OF 2014

Senate Chamber, Lansing, Tuesday, April 22, 2014.

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—present Hood—present Pappageorge—present

Anderson—present Hopgood—present Pavlov—present

Bieda—present Hune—present Proos—present

Booher—present Hunter—present Richardville—present

Brandenburg—present Jansen—present Robertson—present

Casperson—present Johnson—present Rocca—present

Caswell—present Jones—present Schuitmaker—present

Colbeck—present Kahn—present Smith—present

Emmons—present Kowall—present Walker—present

Green—present Marleau—present Warren—present

Gregory—present Meekhof—present Whitmer—present

Hansen—present Moolenaar—present Young—present

Hildenbrand—present Nofs—present

Chaplain Jeff Pustelak, United States Navy (Ret.), of West Bloomfield offered the following invocation:

Almighty God, we approach Your throne of grace today with humble hearts, acknowledging our dependence on You and Your wisdom; giving thanks for the freedom that You have blessed us with. Your Word says that all petitions, prayers, intercession, and thanksgiving should be made for all people—for kings and all those in authority—that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.

So, Father, I pray specifically for these chosen men and women, that today and every day, they would seek Your wisdom, and the decisions that are made here would be based on truth and for the good of the people. Grant that the power that has been entrusted to this Senate by You and a free people be used with wisdom and integrity. May the confidence of these men and women not be seen as arrogance or turn into pride. May they ever remember the good intentions that led them to seek their positions, and may they seize the opportunities of every day to make a lasting difference for the people of the state of Michigan.

Dear God, we acknowledge that our freedom was paid for by the sacrifices of many. Remind the people of this state and nation of freedom’s cost. God, we pray that You would strengthen and protect our military, police, firefighters, and all who choose to serve their fellow citizens. Support them in times of strife, and bless them with rest in times of peace. Give them courage and loyalty, and grant that in all things they may serve with honor.

Instill in each of us an understanding of the responsibility we have to future generations, and give us the courage to commit to creating a positive legacy from this moment forward. We ask all this in Your precious name. Amen.

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

Motions and Communications

Senator Hunter moved that Senators Young, Johnson, Hopgood and Hood be temporarily excused from today’s session.

The motion prevailed.

Senator Meekhof moved that Senators Booher, Brandenburg, Green and Walker be temporarily excused from today’s session.

The motion prevailed.

The following communications were received and read:

Office of the Auditor General

March 27, 2014

Enclosed is a copy of the following audit report:

Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s Report on Internal Control, Compliance, and Other Matters.

April 1, 2014

Enclosed is a copy of the following audit report:

Performance audit of Bridges Integrated Automated Eligibility Determination System Decision Tables and Benefit Calculations for Selected Public Assistance Programs, Department of Human Services and Department of Technology, Management, and Budget.

April 4, 2014

Enclosed is a copy of the following audit report:

Financial audit of the Transition in the Office of State Treasurer, Department of Treasury, as of October 31, 2013.

April 8, 2014

Enclosed is a copy of the following audit report:

Internal Control, Compliance, and Other Matters of the Michigan Strategic Fund.

April 10, 2014

Enclosed is a copy of the following audit report:

Performance audit of the Bureau of Fire Services and State Fire Marshal, Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.

April 18, 2014

Enclosed is a copy of the following audit report:

Performance audit of the Prisoner Intake Process, Department of Corrections.

Sincerely,

Thomas H. McTavish, C.P.A.

Auditor General

The audit reports were referred to the Committee on Government Operations.

The following communications were received:

Department of State

Administrative Rules

Notices of Filing

March 20, 2014

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 #2012-112-LR (Secretary of State Filing #14-03-03) on this date at 5:07 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, entitled “Task Force on Physician’s Assistants - 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.

March 20, 2014

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 #2013-032-LR (Secretary of State Filing #14-03-04) on this date at 5:09 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, entitled “Bureau of Health Care Services - General Rules.”

March 20, 2014

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 #2013-048-LR (Secretary of State Filing #14-03-05) on this date at 5:11 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, entitled “Part 432. Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response.”

March 20, 2014

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 #2013-113-LR (Secretary of State Filing #14-03-06) on this date at 5:13 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, entitled “Michigan Fireworks Safety General Rules.”

April 3, 2014

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 #2013-083-LR (Secretary of State Filing #14-04-01) on this date at 4:17 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, entitled “Part 10. Lifting and Digging Equipment.”

April 3, 2014

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 #2013-084-LR (Secretary of State Filing #14-04-02) on this date at 4:19 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, entitled “Part 14. Tunnels, Shafts, Caissons and Cofferdams.”

April 3, 2014

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 #2013-085-LR (Secretary of State Filing #14-04-03) on this date at 4:21 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, entitled “Part 26. Steel Erection.”

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:

Michigan Strategic Fund Board

March 31, 2014

Attached you will find the 21st Century Jobs Trust Fund Report for fiscal year 2013, as required in MCL 125.2088n of the Michigan Strategic Fund Act and the 21st Century Jobs Trust Fund legislation.

If you have any questions regarding this report, please contact James McBryde in our Office of Governmental Affairs at 517.335.1847.

Michael A. Finney

Chairperson

The communication was referred to the Secretary for record.

The following communication was received:

Unemployment Insurance Agency

April 4, 2014

Pursuant to MCL 421.281, the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Unemployment Insurance Agency, submits its annual report concerning shared work plans covered under sections 28b through 28m of the Michigan Employment Security Act, being MCL 421.1 et. seq.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.

Sincerely,

Shaun Thomas

Director

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 Thursday, March 27:

House Bill Nos. 4135 4601 4936 4957 5064 5072 5240 5241 5257

The Secretary announced that the following House bills were received in the Senate and filed on Thursday, April 17:

House Bill Nos. 5192 5195

The Secretary announced the enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor on Thursday, March 27, for his approval the following bills:

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 575 at 1:38 p.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 576 at 1:40 p.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 577 at 1:42 p.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 578 at 1:44 p.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 805 at 4:18 p.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 810 at 4:20 p.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 811 at 4:22 p.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 809 at 4:24 p.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 806 at 4:26 p.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 807 at 4:28 p.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 808 at 4:30 p.m.

The Secretary announced the enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor on Friday, March 28, for his approval the following bills:

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 821 at 11:35 a.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 822 at 11:37 a.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 824 at 11:39 a.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 825 at 12:16 p.m.

The Secretary announced the enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor on Monday, March 31, for his approval the following bills:

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 641 at 11:42 a.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 719 at 11:44 a.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 823 at 11:46 a.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 826 at 11:48 a.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 827 at 11:50 a.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 828 at 11:52 a.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 829 at 11:54 a.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 830 at 11:56 a.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 820 at 11:58 a.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 547 at 3:30 p.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 548 at 3:32 p.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 549 at 3:34 p.m.

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 551 at 3:36 p.m.

The Secretary announced the enrollment printing, certification and filing with the Secretary of State on Monday, March 31, of the following joint resolution:

Enrolled Senate Joint Resolution V at 4:15 p.m.

The Secretary announced the enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor on Tuesday, April 1, for his approval the following bill:

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 780 at 10:17 a.m.

The Secretary announced that the following bills were printed and filed on Thursday, March 27, and are available at the Michigan Legislature website:

Senate Bill No. 890

House Bill Nos. 5428 5429 5430 5431 5432

The Secretary announced that the following bills and joint resolution were printed and filed on Friday, March 28, and are available at the Michigan Legislature website:

Senate Bill Nos. 891 892 893 894 895 896 897 898

House Bill Nos. 5433 5434 5435 5436 5437 5438 5439 5440

House Joint Resolution EE

The Secretary announced that the following bills were printed and filed on Friday, April 18, and are available at the Michigan Legislature website:

House Bill Nos. 5441 5442 5443 5444 5445 5446 5447 5448 5449 5450 5451 5452 5453 5454

5455 5456 5457 5458 5459 5460

Senator Meekhof moved that the rules be suspended and that the following bills, now on Committee Reports, be placed on the General Orders calendar for consideration today:

Senate Bill No. 873

Senate Bill No. 874

Senate Bill No. 875

Senate Bill No. 876

Senate Bill No. 877

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

Senator Meekhof moved that the following bill, now on the order of General Orders, be referred to the Committee on Energy and Technology:

Senate Bill No. 757, entitled

A bill to create the security act for nuclear energy; and to clarify the rights and duties of officers providing security at nuclear generating facilities.

The motion prevailed.

Recess

Senator Meekhof moved that the Senate recess subject to the call of the Chair.

The motion prevailed, the time being 10:07 a.m.

11:04 a.m.

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

During the recess, Senators Brandenburg, Walker, Booher, Green, Hopgood, Young, Johnson and Hood entered the Senate Chamber.

Messages from the Governor

The following messages from the Governor were received:

Date: March 26, 2014

Time: 9:10 p.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 610 (Public Act No. 63), being

An act to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “An act to revise, consolidate, codify, and add to the statutes relating to crimes; to define crimes and prescribe the penalties and remedies; to provide for restitution under certain circumstances; to provide for the competency of evidence at the trial of persons accused of crime; to provide immunity from prosecution for certain witnesses appearing at criminal trials; to provide for liability for damages; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts inconsistent with or contravening any of the provisions of this act,” by amending section 224b (MCL 750.224b), as amended by 2008 PA 196.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on March 27, 2014, at 12:00 p.m.)

Respectfully,

Rick Snyder

Governor

Date: March 28, 2014

Time: 8:01 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 810 (Public Act No. 77), being

An act to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “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,” by amending section 43515 (MCL 324.43515), as added by 1995 PA 57.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on March 28, 2014, at 10:36 a.m.)

Date: March 28, 2014

Time: 8:03 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 809 (Public Act No. 76), being

An act to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “An act to revise, consolidate, and codify the laws relating to criminal procedure and to define the jurisdiction, powers, and duties of courts, judges, and other officers of the court under the provisions of this act; to provide laws relative to the rights of persons accused of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for the arrest of persons charged with or suspected of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for bail of persons arrested for or accused of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for the examination of persons accused of criminal offenses; to regulate the procedure relative to grand juries, indictments, informations, and proceedings before trial; to provide for trials of persons complained of or indicted for criminal offenses and ordinance violations and to provide for the procedure in those trials; to provide for judgments and sentences of persons convicted of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to establish a sentencing commission and to prescribe its powers and duties; to provide for procedure relating to new trials and appeals in criminal and ordinance violation cases; to provide a uniform system of probation throughout this state and the appointment of probation officers; to prescribe the powers, duties, and compensation of probation officers; to provide penalties for the violation of the duties of probation officers; to provide for procedure governing proceedings to prevent crime and proceedings for the discovery of crime; to provide for fees of officers, witnesses, and others in criminal and ordinance violation cases; to set forth miscellaneous provisions as to criminal procedure in certain cases; to provide penalties for the violation of certain provisions of this act; and to repeal all acts and parts of acts inconsistent with or contravening any of the provisions of this act,” by amending sections 20a, 21a, and 36 of chapter VIII and section 15g of chapter XVII (MCL 768.20a, 768.21a, 768.36, and 777.15g), section 20a of chapter VIII as amended by 2006 PA 655, section 21a of chapter VIII as amended by 1994 PA 56, section 36 of chapter VIII as amended by 2002 PA 245, and section 15g of chapter XVII as amended by 2008 PA 16.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on March 28, 2014, at 10:34 a.m.)

Date: March 28, 2014

Time: 8:23 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 805 (Public Act No. 72), being

An act to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled “An act to codify, revise, consolidate, and classify the laws relating to mental health; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials and certain private agencies and individuals; to regulate certain agencies and facilities providing mental health services; to provide for certain charges and fees; to establish civil admission procedures for individuals with mental illness or developmental disability; to establish guardianship procedures for individuals with developmental disability; to establish procedures regarding individuals with mental illness or developmental disability who are in the criminal justice system; to provide for penalties and remedies; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending sections 100b, 134a, 504, 515, 932, 1001a, 1003, 1003a, 1003b, 1003c, 1004, 1005d, and 1006 (MCL 330.1100b, 330.1134a, 330.1504, 330.1515, 330.1932, 330.2001a, 330.2003, 330.2003a, 330.2003b, 330.2003c, 330.2004, 330.2005d, and 330.2006), section 100b as amended by 2012 PA 500, section 134a as amended by 2010 PA 293, section 515 as amended by 1995 PA 290, sections 1001a, 1003a, 1003b, 1004, 1005d, and 1006 as amended and section 1003c as added by 1993 PA 252, and section 1003 as amended by 2007 PA 112.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on March 28, 2014, at 10:26 a.m.)

Date: March 28, 2014

Time: 8:25 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 806 (Public Act No. 73), being

An act to amend 1979 PA 218, entitled “An act to provide for the licensing and regulation of adult foster care facilities; to provide for the establishment of standards of care for adult foster care facilities; to prescribe powers and duties of the department of social services and other departments; to prescribe certain fees; to prescribe penalties; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts,” by amending section 34b (MCL 400.734b), as amended by 2010 PA 292.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on March 28, 2014, at 10:28 a.m.)

Date: March 28, 2014

Time: 8:27 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 807 (Public Act No. 74), being

An act to amend 1984 PA 233, entitled “An act to authorize certain organizations to enter into prudent purchaser agreements with health care providers; to control health care costs, assure appropriate utilization of health care services, and maintain quality of health care; to provide for the regulation of certain organizations, health care providers, health care facilities, and prudent purchaser arrangements; to establish a joint legislative committee to investigate the degree of competition in the health care coverage market in this state; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state officers and agencies,” by amending section 2 (MCL 550.52).

(Filed with the Secretary of State on March 28, 2014, at 10:30 a.m.)

Date: March 28, 2014

Time: 8:29 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 808 (Public Act No. 75), being

An act to amend 1980 PA 350, entitled “An act to provide for the incorporation of nonprofit health care corporations; to provide their rights, powers, and immunities; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state officers relative to the exercise of those rights, powers, and immunities; to prescribe certain conditions for the transaction of business by those corporations in this state; to define the relationship of health care providers to nonprofit health care corporations and to specify their rights, powers, and immunities with respect thereto; to provide for a Michigan caring program; to provide for the regulation and supervision of nonprofit health care corporations by the commissioner of insurance; to prescribe powers and duties of certain other state officers with respect to the regulation and supervision of nonprofit health care corporations; to provide for the imposition of a regulatory fee; to regulate the merger or consolidation of certain corporations; to prescribe an expeditious and effective procedure for the maintenance and conduct of certain administrative appeals relative to provider class plans; to provide for certain administrative hearings relative to rates for health care benefits; to provide for the creation of and the powers and duties of certain nonprofit corporations for the purpose of receiving and administering funds for the public welfare; to provide for certain causes of action; to prescribe penalties and to provide civil fines for violations of this act; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending section 410 (MCL 550.1410), as amended by 1998 PA 24.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on March 28, 2014, at 10:32 a.m.)

Date: March 28, 2014

Time: 8:31 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 811 (Public Act No. 78), being

An act to amend 1981 PA 180, entitled “An act to create a commission on services to the aging within the executive office of the governor; to create an office of services to the aging as an autonomous entity within the department of management and budget; to authorize the designation of area agencies on services to the aging and to prescribe their powers and duties; to establish certain programs relating to older persons; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state departments, officers, and agencies; to create funds; to provide penalties; to repeal certain acts and parts of acts; and to repeal certain parts of this act on specific dates,” by amending section 6 (MCL 400.586), as amended by 1987 PA 35.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on March 28, 2014, at 10:38 a.m.)

Respectfully,

Brian Calley

Acting and Lieutenant Governor

Date: March 28, 2014

Time: 12:42 p.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 825 (Public Act No. 81), being

An act to amend 2012 PA 408, entitled “An act to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled “An act to provide for the levy, assessment, and collection of a specific excise tax on the storage, use, or consumption in this state of tangible personal property and certain services; to appropriate the proceeds of that tax; to prescribe penalties; and to make appropriations,” by amending sections 3, 19, and 21 (MCL 205.93, 205.109, and 205.111), section 3 as amended by 2007 PA 103, section 19 as added by 2004 PA 172, and section 21 as amended by 2010 PA 37, and by adding sections 2c and 10a,” by amending enacting sections 1 and 2.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on March 28, 2014, at 2:38 p.m.)

Date: March 28, 2014

Time: 1:18 p.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 822 (Public Act No. 80), being

An act to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled “An act to provide for the levy, assessment, and collection of a specific excise tax on the storage, use, or consumption in this state of tangible personal property and certain services; to appropriate the proceeds of that tax; to prescribe penalties; and to make appropriations,” by amending sections 3, 19, and 21 (MCL 205.93, 205.109, and 205.111), section 3 as amended by 2007 PA 103, section 19 as added by 2004 PA 172, and section 21 as amended by 2010 PA 37, and by adding sections 2c and 10a.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on March 28, 2014, at 2:36 p.m.)

Respectfully,

Rick Snyder

Governor

Date: April 1, 2014

Time: 8:34 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 823 (Public Act No. 87), being

An act to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “An act to provide for the assessment of rights and interests, including leasehold interests, in property and the levy and collection of taxes on property, and for the collection of taxes levied; making those taxes a lien on the property taxed, establishing and continuing the lien, providing for the sale or forfeiture and conveyance of property delinquent for taxes, and for the inspection and disposition of lands bid off to the state and not redeemed or purchased; to provide for the establishment of a delinquent tax revolving fund and the borrowing of money by counties and the issuance of notes; to define and limit the jurisdiction of the courts in proceedings in connection with property delinquent for taxes; to limit the time within which actions may be brought; to prescribe certain limitations with respect to rates of taxation; to prescribe certain powers and duties of certain officers, departments, agencies, and political subdivisions of this state; to provide for certain reimbursements of certain expenses incurred by units of local government; to provide penalties for the violation of this act; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending sections 9f, 9m, and 19 (MCL 211.9f, 211.9m, and 211.19), section 9f as amended by 2012 PA 399, section 9m as amended by 2013 PA 154, and section 19 as amended by 2013 PA 153, and by adding section 27e.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on April 1, 2014, at 1:40 p.m.)

Date: April 1, 2014

Time: 8:36 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 824 (Public Act No. 88), being

An act to amend 2002 PA 48, entitled “An act to create a telecommunication rights-of-way oversight authority; to provide for fees; to prescribe the powers and duties of municipalities and certain state agencies and officials; to provide for penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending sections 2 and 3 (MCL 484.3102 and 484.3103).

(Filed with the Secretary of State on April 1, 2014, at 1:42 p.m.)

Date: April 1, 2014

Time: 8:38 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 826 (Public Act No. 89), being

An act to amend 2012 PA 401, entitled “An act to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “An act to provide for the assessment of rights and interests, including leasehold interests, in property and the levy and collection of taxes on property, and for the collection of taxes levied; making those taxes a lien on the property taxed, establishing and continuing the lien, providing for the sale or forfeiture and conveyance of property delinquent for taxes, and for the inspection and disposition of lands bid off to the state and not redeemed or purchased; to provide for the establishment of a delinquent tax revolving fund and the borrowing of money by counties and the issuance of notes; to define and limit the jurisdiction of the courts in proceedings in connection with property delinquent for taxes; to limit the time within which actions may be brought; to prescribe certain limitations with respect to rates of taxation; to prescribe certain powers and duties of certain officers, departments, agencies, and political subdivisions of this state; to provide for certain reimbursements of certain expenses incurred by units of local government; to provide penalties for the violation of this act; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” (MCL 211.1 to 211.155) by adding section 9m,” by amending enacting section 1.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on April 1, 2014, at 1:44 p.m.)

Date: April 1, 2014

Time: 8:40 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 827 (Public Act No. 90), being

An act to amend 2012 PA 402, entitled “An act to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “An act to provide for the assessment of rights and interests, including leasehold interests, in property and the levy and collection of taxes on property, and for the collection of taxes levied; making those taxes a lien on the property taxed, establishing and continuing the lien, providing for the sale or forfeiture and conveyance of property delinquent for taxes, and for the inspection and disposition of lands bid off to the state and not redeemed or purchased; to provide for the establishment of a delinquent tax revolving fund and the borrowing of money by counties and the issuance of notes; to define and limit the jurisdiction of the courts in proceedings in connection with property delinquent for taxes; to limit the time within which actions may be brought; to prescribe certain limitations with respect to rates of taxation; to prescribe certain powers and duties of certain officers, departments, agencies, and political subdivisions of this state; to provide for certain reimbursements of certain expenses incurred by units of local government; to provide penalties for the violation of this act; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” (MCL 211.1 to 211.155) by adding section 9o,” by amending enacting section 1.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on April 1, 2014, at 1:46 p.m.)

Date: April 1, 2014

Time: 8:42 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 828 (Public Act No. 91), being

An act to amend 2012 PA 403, entitled “An act to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “An act to provide for the assessment of rights and interests, including leasehold interests, in property and the levy and collection of taxes on property, and for the collection of taxes levied; making those taxes a lien on the property taxed, establishing and continuing the lien, providing for the sale or forfeiture and conveyance of property delinquent for taxes, and for the inspection and disposition of lands bid off to the state and not redeemed or purchased; to provide for the establishment of a delinquent tax revolving fund and the borrowing of money by counties and the issuance of notes; to define and limit the jurisdiction of the courts in proceedings in connection with property delinquent for taxes; to limit the time within which actions may be brought; to prescribe certain limitations with respect to rates of taxation; to prescribe certain powers and duties of certain officers, departments, agencies, and political subdivisions of this state; to provide for certain reimbursements of certain expenses incurred by units of local government; to provide penalties for the violation of this act; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” (MCL 211.1 to 211.155) by adding section 9n,” by amending enacting section 1.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on April 1, 2014, at 1:48 p.m.)

Date: April 1, 2014

Time: 8:44 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 829 (Public Act No. 92), being

An act to levy a specific tax on certain personal property; to provide for the administration, collection, and distribution of the specific tax; to provide for an exemption from that specific tax; to impose certain duties on persons and certain state departments; to impose penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on April 1, 2014, at 1:50 p.m.)

Date: April 1, 2014

Time: 8:46 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 830 (Public Act No. 93), being

An act to levy a tax on certain personal property; to provide for the administration, collection, and distribution of the tax; to impose certain duties on persons and certain state departments; to impose penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on April 1, 2014, at 1:52 p.m.)

Date: April 1, 2014

Time: 11:25 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 821 (Public Act No. 86), being

An act to create a metropolitan authority; to prescribe the powers, duties, and jurisdictions of the metropolitan authority; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state officials; to levy, collect, and distribute a tax; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on April 1, 2014, at 1:38 p.m.)

Date: April 3, 2014

Time: 11:16 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 575 (Public Act No. 95), being

An act to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “An act to protect and promote the public health; to codify, revise, consolidate, classify, and add to the laws relating to public health; to provide for the prevention and control of diseases and disabilities; to provide for the classification, administration, regulation, financing, and maintenance of personal, environmental, and other health services and activities; to create or continue, and prescribe the powers and duties of, departments, boards, commissions, councils, committees, task forces, and other agencies; to prescribe the powers and duties of governmental entities and officials; to regulate occupations, facilities, and agencies affecting the public health; to regulate health maintenance organizations and certain third party administrators and insurers; to provide for the imposition of a regulatory fee; to provide for the levy of taxes against certain health facilities or agencies; to promote the efficient and economical delivery of health care services, to provide for the appropriate utilization of health care facilities and services, and to provide for the closure of hospitals or consolidation of hospitals or services; to provide for the collection and use of data and information; to provide for the transfer of property; to provide certain immunity from liability; to regulate and prohibit the sale and offering for sale of drug paraphernalia under certain circumstances; to provide for the implementation of federal law; to provide for penalties and remedies; to provide for sanctions for violations of this act and local ordinances; to provide for an appropriation and supplements; to repeal certain acts and parts of acts; to repeal certain parts of this act; and to repeal certain parts of this act on specific dates,” by amending sections 16231 and 16232 (MCL 333.16231 and 333.16232), as amended by 2013 PA 268, and by adding section 16216a.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on April 3, 2014, at 3:22 p.m.)

Date: April 3, 2014

Time: 11:18 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 576 (Public Act No. 96), being

An act to establish supplemental conflict of interest standards for members of regulatory bodies in the department of licensing and regulatory affairs; to require disclosure of certain interests; to provide grounds for removal of members of regulatory bodies; to provide a process for raising and determining possible conflicts of interest; and to provide for voiding certain actions taken in violation of this act.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on April 3, 2014, at 3:24 p.m.)

Date: April 3, 2014

Time: 11:20 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 577 (Public Act No. 97), being

An act to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “An act to protect and promote the public health; to codify, revise, consolidate, classify, and add to the laws relating to public health; to provide for the prevention and control of diseases and disabilities; to provide for the classification, administration, regulation, financing, and maintenance of personal, environmental, and other health services and activities; to create or continue, and prescribe the powers and duties of, departments, boards, commissions, councils, committees, task forces, and other agencies; to prescribe the powers and duties of governmental entities and officials; to regulate occupations, facilities, and agencies affecting the public health; to regulate health maintenance organizations and certain third party administrators and insurers; to provide for the imposition of a regulatory fee; to provide for the levy of taxes against certain health facilities or agencies; to promote the efficient and economical delivery of health care services, to provide for the appropriate utilization of health care facilities and services, and to provide for the closure of hospitals or consolidation of hospitals or services; to provide for the collection and use of data and information; to provide for the transfer of property; to provide certain immunity from liability; to regulate and prohibit the sale and offering for sale of drug paraphernalia under certain circumstances; to provide for the implementation of federal law; to provide for penalties and remedies; to provide for sanctions for violations of this act and local ordinances; to provide for an appropriation and supplements; to repeal certain acts and parts of acts; to repeal certain parts of this act; and to repeal certain parts of this act on specific dates,” by amending sections 16221, 16222, 16226, and 16227 (MCL 333.16221, 333.16222, 333.16226, and 333.16227), sections 16221, 16222, and 16226 as amended by 2013 PA 268 and section 16227 as amended by 1993 PA 79.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on April 3, 2014, at 3:26 p.m.)

Date: April 3, 2014

Time: 11:22 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 578 (Public Act No. 98), being

(Filed with the Secretary of State on April 3, 2014, at 3:28 p.m.)

Respectfully,

Brian Calley

Acting and Lieutenant Governor

Date: April 7, 2014

Time: 9:20 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 719 (Public Act No. 115), being

(Filed with the Secretary of State on April 11, 2014, at 2:49 p.m.)

Date: April 7, 2014

Time: 9:22 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 641 (Public Act No. 106), being

An act to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled “An act to revise, consolidate, and classify the laws of this state regarding the regulation of certain occupations and to regulate certain persons and activities relative to those occupations; to create a board for each of those occupations; to establish the powers and duties of certain departments and agencies and the boards of each occupation; to provide for the promulgation of rules; to provide for certain fees; to provide for penalties and civil fines; to establish rights, relationships, and remedies of certain persons under certain circumstances; to provide immunity from certain civil liability for certain entities and certain related occupations under certain circumstances; to repeal certain parts of this act on a specific date; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts,” by amending sections 2502a, 2504, and 2508 (MCL 339.2502a, 339.2504, and 339.2508), section 2502a as added by 2002 PA 611, section 2504 as amended by 2003 PA 196, and section 2508 as amended by 1988 PA 16, and by adding section 2504a.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on April 10, 2014, at 4:04 p.m.)

Date: April 7, 2014

Time: 9:24 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 820 (Public Act No. 107), being

(Filed with the Secretary of State on April 10, 2014, at 4:06 p.m.)

Date: April 7, 2014

Time: 9:32 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 547 (Public Act No. 101), being

An act to amend 1962 PA 174, entitled “An act to enact the uniform commercial code, relating to certain commercial transactions in or regarding personal property and contracts and other documents concerning them, including sales, commercial paper, bank deposits and collections, letters of credit, bulk transfers, warehouse receipts, bills of lading, other documents of title, investment securities, leases, and secured transactions, including certain sales of accounts, chattel paper and contract rights; to provide for public notice to third parties in certain circumstances; to regulate procedure, evidence and damages in certain court actions involving such transactions, contracts or documents; to make uniform the law with respect thereto; to make an appropriation; to provide penalties; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts,” by amending sections 3103, 3106, 3116, 3119, 3305, 3309, 3312, 3416, 3417, 3419, 3602, 3604, and 3605 (MCL 440.3103, 440.3106, 440.3116, 440.3119, 440.3305, 440.3309, 440.3312, 440.3416, 440.3417, 440.3419, 440.3602, 440.3604, and 440.3605), section 3103 as amended by 2012 PA 86 and sections 3106, 3116, 3119, 3305, 3416, 3417, 3419, 3602, 3604, and 3605 as amended and sections 3309 and 3312 as added by 1993 PA 130.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on April 10, 2014, at 3:54 p.m.)

Date: April 7, 2014

Time: 9:34 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 548 (Public Act No. 102), being

An act to amend 2000 PA 305, entitled “An act to authorize and provide the terms and conditions under which information and signatures can be transmitted, received, and stored by electronic means,” by amending section 16 (MCL 450.846).

(Filed with the Secretary of State on April 10, 2014, at 3:56 p.m.)

Date: April 7, 2014

Time: 9:36 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 549 (Public Act No. 103), being

An act to amend 1962 PA 174, entitled “An act to enact the uniform commercial code, relating to certain commercial transactions in or regarding personal property and contracts and other documents concerning them, including sales, commercial paper, bank deposits and collections, letters of credit, bulk transfers, warehouse receipts, bills of lading, other documents of title, investment securities, leases, and secured transactions, including certain sales of accounts, chattel paper and contract rights; to provide for public notice to third parties in certain circumstances; to regulate procedure, evidence and damages in certain court actions involving such transactions, contracts or documents; to make uniform the law with respect thereto; to make an appropriation; to provide penalties; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts,” by amending sections 4104, 4207, 4208, 4212, 4301, and 4403 (MCL 440.4104, 440.4207, 440.4208, 440.4212, 440.4301, and 440.4403), section 4104 as amended by 2012 PA 87 and sections 4207, 4208, 4212, 4301, and 4403 as amended by 1993 PA 130.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on April 10, 2014, at 3:58 p.m.)

Date: April 7, 2014

Time: 9:38 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 551 (Public Act No. 104), being

An act to amend 1962 PA 174, entitled “An act to enact the uniform commercial code, relating to certain commercial transactions in or regarding personal property and contracts and other documents concerning them, including sales, commercial paper, bank deposits and collections, letters of credit, bulk transfers, warehouse receipts, bills of lading, other documents of title, investment securities, leases, and secured transactions, including certain sales of accounts, chattel paper and contract rights; to provide for public notice to third parties in certain circumstances; to regulate procedure, evidence and damages in certain court actions involving such transactions, contracts or documents; to make uniform the law with respect thereto; to make an appropriation; to provide penalties; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts,” by amending sections 9625 and 9626 (MCL 440.9625 and 440.9626), as added by 2000 PA 348.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on April 10, 2014, at 4:00 p.m.)

Date: April 7, 2014

Time: 9:50 a.m.

To the President of the Senate:

Sir—I have this day approved and signed

Enrolled Senate Bill No. 780 (Public Act No. 114), being

An act to make, supplement, and adjust appropriations for certain capital outlay projects for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2014; to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations; and to prescribe certain conditions for the appropriations.

(Filed with the Secretary of State on April 11, 2014, at 2:47 p.m.)

Respectfully,

Rick Snyder

Governor

The following messages from the Governor were received and read:

March 18, 2014

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

State Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision

Joseph F. Burke of 313 Mapleridge Street, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48103, county of Washtenaw, representing the judicial branch, succeeding William Collette, is appointed for a term expiring October 31, 2014.

March 18, 2014

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

Advisory Council on Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Elizabeth Kobylak of 1938 Canary Court, Troy, Michigan 48084, county of Oakland, representing deaf and hard of hearing individuals, succeeding herself, is reappointed for a term expiring January 18, 2017.

David L. Barbour of 307 Linda Vista Road, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48103, county of Washtenaw, representing individuals knowledgeable in the field of deafness, succeeding Robert Anthony, is appointed for a term expiring January 18, 2017.

Carole M. Mehling of 114 E. Coolidge Avenue, Ironwood, Michigan 49938, county of Gogebic, representing deaf and hard of hearing individuals, succeeding Nancy Asher, is appointed for a term expiring January 18, 2017.

Kathleen Mitchell of 18616 Ruth Street, Melvindale, Michigan 48122, county of Wayne, representing individuals knowledgeable in the field of deafness, succeeding Helmi Lepisto, is appointed for a term expiring January 18, 2017.

March 18, 2014

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

Governor’s Task Force on Child Abuse and Neglect

Danita A. Echols of P.O. Box 32774, Detroit, Michigan 48232, county of Wayne, representing child protective services agencies, succeeding Danielle Loupee, is appointed for a term expiring December 31, 2014.

March 26, 2014

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

Midwest U.S. - Japan Association Board

Mark P. Kinsler of 4886 Tall Pines Court, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, county of Kent, representing the general public, succeeding Doug J. Smith, is appointed for a term expiring December 31, 2014.

March 26, 2014

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

Michigan Veterans Trust Fund Board of Trustees

Jason B. Biber of 5295 Mountain Road, Brighton, Michigan 48116, county of Livingston, representing Veterans of Foreign Wars, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring February 25, 2017.

Charles F. Kosal of 1681 Ottawa Trail Court, Oxford, Michigan 48371, county of Oakland, representing veterans, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring February 25, 2017.

Shawn M. Wilson of 2485 Eilliott Avenue, Lincoln Park, Michigan 48146, county of Wayne, representing Disabled American Veterans, succeeding Ronald Schrieber, is appointed for a term expiring February 25, 2017.

March 27, 2014

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

Michigan Board of Massage Therapy

Beth A. Miazga of 42490 East Huron River Drive, Belleville, Michigan 48118, county of Wayne, representing professional members, succeeding Bilky Joda-Miller, is appointed for a term expiring December 31, 2017.

Charlie Franklin of 21102 Greenview Road, Southfield, Michigan 48075, county of Oakland, representing professional members, succeeding Harold Rudnianin, is appointed for a term expiring December 31, 2017.

March 28, 2014

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

Michigan Asparagus Marketing Advisory Board

Eric C. Herrygers of 1261 N. 136th Avenue, Hart, Michigan 49420, county of Oceana, representing northern-central Michigan growers, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring November 13, 2016.

Sarah Greiner of 1690 E. Polk Road, Hart, Michigan 49420, county of Oceana, representing northern-central Michigan growers, succeeding herself, is reappointed for a term expiring November 13, 2016.

March 28, 2014

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

Certificate of Need Commission

Kathleen M. Cowling of 3400 Midland Road, Saginaw, Michigan 48603, county of Saginaw, representing Republicans and individuals licensed under Part 175 to engage in the practice of medicine, succeeding herself, is reappointed for a term expiring April 9, 2017.

Suresh K. Mukherji of 18394 Clairmont Circle E, Northville, Michigan 48167, county of Wayne, representing Republicans and physicians licensed under part 170 or 175 representing a school of medicine or osteopathic medicine, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring April 9, 2017.

March 28, 2014

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

Correctional Officers’ Training Council

Matthew Fedorchuk of 4401 Oakwood Drive, Okemos, Michigan 48864, county of Ingham, representing state personnel director, succeeding Diane Earls, is appointed for a term expiring March 29, 2017.

Bonita J. Hoffner of 865 Pleasant Ridge Drive, Quincy, Michigan 49082, county of Branch, representing the Department of Corrections, succeeding Sherry Burt, is appointed for a term expiring March 29, 2017.

March 28, 2014

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

Michigan Task Force on Physician’s Assistants

CaShawnda L. Range of 43060 Pond Bluff Drive, Belleville, Michigan 48111, county of Wayne, representing physician’s assistants, succeeding Michael Claussen, is appointed for a term expiring December 31, 2014.

March 28, 2014

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

Self-Insurers’ Security, Second Injury Fund, Silicosis, Dust Disease, and Logging Industry Compensation Fund Board of Trustees

Michael T. Reid of 2333 Eldorado Drive, S.E., East Grand Rapids, Michigan 49506, county of Kent, representing the insurance industry, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring April 30, 2018.

March 28, 2014

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

Michigan Board of Speech Language Pathology

Christopher A. Mills of 3407 Olderidge Drive, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49525, county of Kent, representing the general public, succeeding Mary Callaghan Lynch, is appointed for a term expiring December 31, 2015.

March 28, 2014

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

State Tax Commission

William H. Morris of 1538 Strathcona Drive, Detroit, Michigan 48203, county of Wayne, an Independent, succeeding Robert Naftaly, is appointed for a term commencing April 13, 2014, and expiring December 27, 2017.

Sincerely,

Rick Snyder

Governor

April 3, 2014

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

Board of Law Examiners

Donna Rose Robinson Milhouse of 18615 Oak Drive, Detroit, Michigan 48221, county of Wayne, succeeding Harold Hood, is appointed for a term expiring June 30, 2014.

April 3, 2014

Please be advised of the following appointment to office:

City of Pontiac Receivership Transition Advisory Board

Robert G. Burgess of 4302 Stoneleigh Road, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 48302, county of Oakland, representing the Director of the Department of Technology, Management and Budget, succeeding Robert Daddow, is appointed for a term commencing April 16, 2014, and expiring at the pleasure of the Governor.

In addition to the duties assigned to a Receivership Transition Advisory Board by Section 23(5) of Public Act 436 of 2012, the Local Financial Stability and Choice Act, the Pontiac Receivership Transition Advisory Board shall perform the following duties:

1. Fulfill the Board responsibilities outlined in Emergency Manager Order No. S-334.

2. Recommend amendments, modifications, repeal, or termination of Emergency Manager Order No. S-334, or any other Pontiac Emergency Manager orders, to the Treasurer of the State of Michigan. Recommended amendments, modifications, repeal, or termination of Emergency Manager Orders must be approved by the Treasurer before any such modification becomes effective.

3. Conduct a formal annual evaluation of the City’s operational and financial progress by identifying strengths, weaknesses, benchmarks achieved, and benchmarks not yet achieved, including a list of specific recommendations, potential resources available to assist City officials, and any other constructive feedback that informs City officials, residents, and other stakeholders concerning how the City can promote and ensure its long-term sustainability.

Finally, pursuant to Section 22(4) of the Act, I impose upon the City the following conditions which must be satisfied before it is removed from receivership, unless subsequently waived by me:

1. The implementation of financial best practices as adopted by the financial officials’ association.

2. After study by the Mayor and the City Council and in consultation with the Receivership Transition Advisory Board, the City shall enact changes in the current charter through charter amendments or charter revision that are consistent with applicable model charters and model charter amendments and in the City’s best financial interests.

3. The completion by City officials of financial and managerial training to ensure that official responsibilities are properly discharged.

Sincerely,

Brian Calley

Acting and Lieutenant Governor

April 18, 2014

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

Michigan Council for the Arts and Cultural Affairs

Aaron P. Dworkin of 3651 Barton Farm Drive, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48105, county of Washtenaw, succeeding DeAnn Nixon, is appointed for a term expiring September 1, 2014.

April 18, 2014

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

Michigan State Housing Development Authority

Deborah Muchmore of 8822 W. Lakespointe Drive, Laingsburg, Michigan 48848, county of Shiawassee, an Independent, succeeding Kate Schmid, is appointed for a term expiring March 10, 2018.

Carl L. English of 32425 Bingham Road, Bingham Farms, Michigan 48025, county of Oakland, a Republican, succeeding Anthony Lentych, is appointed for a term expiring March 10, 2018.

Tyrone Hamilton of 231 Main Street, Belleville, Michigan 48111, county of Wayne, representing a resident member, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring March 10, 2018.

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 Meekhof 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 Booher as Chairperson.

After some time spent therein, the Committee arose; and the President pro tempore, Senator Schuitmaker, having resumed the Chair, the Committee reported back to the Senate, favorably and without amendment, the following bill:

Senate Bill No. 875, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 72101 and 72102 (MCL 324.72101 and 324.72102), as amended by 2010 PA 46.

The bill was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.

The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:

Senate Bill No. 664, entitled

A bill to amend 1975 PA 148, entitled “Debt management act,” by amending the title and sections 2, 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, and 20 (MCL 451.412, 451.414, 451.415, 451.416, 451.421, 451.422, 451.423, 451.424, 451.425, 451.426, 451.427, 451.428, 451.429, and 451.430), sections 2, 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, and 19 as amended by 2000 PA 255.

Substitute (S-2).

The Senate agreed to the substitute recommended by the Committee of the Whole, and the bill as substituted was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.

The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:

Senate Bill No. 873, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 72103, 72104, 72112, and 72114 (MCL 324.72103, 324.72104, 324.72112, and 324.72114), sections 72103, 72104, and 72112 as added by 1995 PA 58 and section 72114 as added by 2010 PA 45; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

Substitute (S-1).

The Senate agreed to the substitute recommended by the Committee of the Whole, and the bill as substituted was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.

The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:

Senate Bill No. 874, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 1301, 72107, 72108, and 72109 (MCL 324.1301, 324.72107, 324.72108, and 324.72109), section 1301 as amended by 2013 PA 87, sections 72107 and 72109 as added by 1995 PA 58, and section 72108 as amended by 2004 PA 325.

Substitute (S-1).

The Senate agreed to the substitute recommended by the Committee of the Whole, and the bill as substituted was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.

The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:

Senate Bill No. 876, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 72105, 72105a, and 72106 (MCL 324.72105, 324.72105a, and 324.72106), sections 72105 and 72106 as added by 1995 PA 58 and section 72105a as amended by 2010 PA 46.

Substitute (S-1).

The Senate agreed to the substitute recommended by the Committee of the Whole, and the bill as substituted was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.

The Committee of the Whole reported back to the Senate, favorably and with a substitute therefor, the following bill:

Senate Bill No. 877, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 72110, 72110a, and 72115 (MCL 324.72110, 324.72110a, and 324.72115), section 72110 as amended by 2013 PA 248, section 72110a as added by 2010 PA 46, and section 72115 as added by 2010 PA 45.

Substitute (S-2).

The Senate agreed to the substitute recommended by the Committee of the Whole, and the bill as substituted was placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.

Resolutions

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

Senate Resolution No. 34

Senate Resolution No. 123

The motion prevailed.

The question was placed on the adoption of the following resolution consent calendar:

Senate Resolution No. 132

Senate Resolution No. 133

The resolution consent calendar was adopted.

Senators Pappageorge, Bieda, Hansen, Brandenburg, Marleau and Proos offered the following resolution:

Senate Resolution No. 132.

A resolution designating April 2014 as Michigan Student Athlete Cardiac Awareness Month.

Whereas, The state of Michigan has lost at least 58 students to sudden cardiac arrest and related causes since December 1999; and

Whereas, The students lost include 15-year-old Kimberly Anne Gillary, a student of Troy Athens High School, who suffered a sudden cardiac arrest in a high school water polo game at Birmingham Groves High School on April 1, 2000; Kayla Stanford, a student at Ypsilanti East Middle School, who suffered a cardiac arrest after completing track practice on March 29, 2006; Thomas Noah Smith, a student of Flushing High School, who suffered a sudden cardiac arrest on January 29, 2011; and Wes Leonard, a student at Fennville High school, who suffered a sudden cardiac arrest after scoring the winning basket in a basketball game on March 4, 2011; and

Whereas, The families of Kimberly Anne Gillary, Kayla Stanford, Thomas Noah Smith, and Wes Leonard have established foundations (the “Foundations”) in the memory of their lost sons and daughters to try to prevent other families from losing children to sudden cardiac arrest at school; and

Whereas, The Foundations have donated more than 750 automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to high schools and intermediate schools in the state of Michigan and have provided training to teachers and staff on the use of an AED and in CPR; and

Whereas, Approximately 75 percent of all Michigan high schools now have at least one AED on site due to the efforts of the Foundations established by the families; and

Whereas, There have been at least seven lives saved at Michigan schools, including six students, as a result of AEDs donated by the Foundations and other concerned organizations; and

Whereas, As a result of the efforts of the Foundations, the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH), and the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA), there is increased awareness of the importance of more effective pre-participation screening of our high school student athletes and having AEDs readily available in our high schools; and

Whereas, The Foundations have worked with the Michigan Department of Community Health to develop the MI HEARTSafe School program to encourage Michigan high schools to receive certification as a Michigan HEARTSafe School; and

Whereas, The Michigan Legislature has enacted legislation to amend MCL 29.19, 2014 PA 12, to require the governing body of any school in Michigan that operates any of grades kindergarten to 12 to adopt and implement a cardiac emergency response plan for the school; and

Whereas, Governor Snyder signed the law on February 25, 2014, thereby establishing that it is the public policy of the sate of Michigan that schools be adequately prepared to respond to a cardiac emergency on school property; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate, That April 2014 is hereby designated as Michigan Student Athlete Cardiac Awareness Month; and be it further

Resolved, That the people of the state of Michigan are encouraged to become more aware of the importance of improved pre-participation screening of our student athletes and the preparedness of our citizenry and public employees to respond to the sudden cardiac arrest of our sons and daughters while entrusted to our public schools in the course of their education; and be it further

Resolved, That the State Board of Education be urged to include provisions in policies and regulations for AED training in student health education courses and for regular AED drills, so that students and staff will be better prepared to use AEDs to save lives in schools and other public places; and be it further

Resolved, That the State Board of Education advise schools to facilitate the education of students and their families to identify situations where students may be at risk; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to The Kimberly Anne Gillary Foundation, The KAYLA Foundation, the Thomas Smith Memorial Foundation, the Wes Leonard Heart Team, the Michigan Department of Community Health, the Michigan High School Athletic Association, and the State Board of Education as a symbol of our support.

Senators Anderson, Green, Hopgood, Hunter, Jones, Kowall and Richardville were named co‑sponsors of the resolution.

Senator Ananich offered the following resolution:

Senate Resolution No. 133.

A resolution commemorating May 2014 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.

Whereas, Michigan has 237,719 registered motorcycles and 480,274 individuals who have operator licenses with a motorcycle endorsement; and

Whereas, The safe operation of a motorcycle requires the use of special skills developed through a combination of training and expertise and the use of good judgment, plus a thorough knowledge of traffic laws and licensing requirements; and

Whereas, The use of proper protective riding apparel is an important part of a motorcycle operator’s responsibility; and

Whereas, Motorcycle safety awareness promotion is a cooperative effort to decrease the number of injuries and fatalities associated with motorcycling; and

Whereas, The promotion of motorcycle rider education programs available through the Michigan Department of State, including recommendations that operators wear the proper gear in addition to driving their vehicles defensively and cautiously, is intended to reduce the number of crashes; and

Whereas, The emergence of spring is synonymous with the return of motorcycle mavens to our state’s roadways. Throughout Michigan, motorcyclists have been on the cutting edge of promoting the wise and sensible use of this enjoyable mode of travel. Indeed, the disproportionate number of motorcycle fatalities makes it vitally important to encourage motorcyclists to understand and practice the highest degree of safety. It is also important to remind other drivers that highway safety is beneficial to all parties traveling on public roadways; and

Whereas, Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month encourages motorcycle operators to don proper protective riding attire; maintain their motorcycles at a high level of safe operating conditions; abide by the laws of the road; and implement operating techniques providing an additional standard of safety. Additionally, car and truck drivers are informed of the fact that motorcyclists are resuming their travels on our public roadways, and each is encouraged to be exceptionally vigilant and watchful when approaching or passing a motorcycle on the highway; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate, That the members of this legislative body declare May 2014 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in the state of Michigan. We encourage all of Michigan’s citizens to participate in the aims and goals of this effort.

Senators Anderson, Bieda, Brandenburg, Green, Hansen, Hopgood, Hunter, Jones, Kowall, Marleau, Proos and Richardville were named co‑sponsors of the resolution.

Introduction and Referral of Bills

Senator Robertson introduced

Senate Bill No. 899, entitled

A bill to amend 1972 PA 160, entitled “An act to allow units and subdivisions of government to make agreements; and to provide for costs of administration of agreements,” by amending section 1 (MCL 211.731).

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

Senator Brandenburg introduced

Senate Bill No. 900, entitled

A bill to amend 1969 PA 317, entitled “Worker’s disability compensation act of 1969,” by amending sections 352 and 391 (MCL 418.352 and 418.391), as amended by 2007 PA 190.

The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Reforms, Restructuring and Reinventing.

Senators Johnson, Anderson, Bieda, Jones, Young, Nofs, Hopgood, Gregory, Whitmer, Hunter, Warren, Hune, Kowall, Emmons, Rocca, Hood, Proos, Ananich, Colbeck, Smith and Hildenbrand introduced

Senate Bill No. 901, entitled

A bill to create the sexual assault kit evidence submission act; to provide for the collection of sexual assault kit evidence; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local government departments and agencies; to establish certain procedures regarding the collection, handling, and disposition of sexual assault kit evidence; and to prohibit the exclusion of sexual assault kit evidence under certain circumstances.

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

Senators Pappageorge, Marleau and Jones introduced

Senate Bill No. 902, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” by amending section 1233 (MCL 380.1233), as amended by 2000 PA 288.

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

Senator Hildenbrand introduced

Senate Bill No. 903, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” (MCL 257.1 to 257.923) by adding section 811z.

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

House Bill No. 4135, entitled

A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending section 7cc (MCL 211.7cc), as amended by 2014 PA 40.

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 Finance.

House Bill No. 4601, entitled

A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2080) by adding section 71.

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 Transportation.

House Bill No. 4936, entitled

A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2080) by adding section 83.

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 Transportation.

House Bill No. 4957, entitled

A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2080) by adding section 1068.

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 Transportation.

House Bill No. 5064, entitled

A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2080) by adding section 84.

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 Transportation.

House Bill No. 5072, entitled

A bill to amend 1993 PA 69, entitled “An act to designate certain highways within this state as Michigan heritage routes; to provide procedures for additions, deletions, or changes to these routes; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies,” by amending the title and sections 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, and 8 (MCL 247.951, 247.952, 247.954, 247.956, 247.957, and 247.958) and by adding section 7a; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

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 Transportation.

House Bill No. 5192, entitled

A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled “The insurance code of 1956,” by amending section 838a (MCL 500.838a), as added by 2006 PA 671.

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 Insurance.

House Bill No. 5195, entitled

A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled “Food law,” by amending section 7115 (MCL 289.7115), as amended by 2007 PA 114.

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 Agriculture.

House Bill No. 5240, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 24 of chapter VII (MCL 767.24), as amended by 2012 PA 363.

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 Families, Seniors and Human Services.

House Bill No. 5241, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 295, entitled “Sex offenders registration act,” by amending section 2 (MCL 28.722), as amended by 2011 PA 17.

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 Families, Seniors and Human Services.

House Bill No. 5257, entitled

A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2080) by adding section 81.

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 Transportation.

By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of

Messages from the House

Senator Meekhof moved that consideration of the following bill be postponed temporarily:

House Bill No. 4369

The motion prevailed.

Senate Bill No. 622, entitled

A bill to amend 2012 PA 474, entitled “An act to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled “An act to provide for the levy, assessment, and collection of a specific excise tax on the storage, use, or consumption in this state of tangible personal property and certain services; to appropriate the proceeds of that tax; to prescribe penalties; and to make appropriations,” by amending sections 3a, 4, and 4o (MCL 205.93a, 205.94, and 205.94o), section 3a as amended by 2012 PA 299, section 4 as amended by 2008 PA 314, and section 4o as amended by 2010 PA 115,” by amending enacting section 1.

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.

Recess

Senator Meekhof moved that the Senate recess subject to the call of the Chair.

The motion prevailed, the time being 11:22 a.m.

11:30 a.m.

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

Third Reading of Bills

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

House Bill No. 5154

House Bill No. 5155

House Bill No. 4781

Senate Bill No. 444

The motion prevailed.

The following bill was read a third time:

House Bill No. 5154, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending sections 1, 4, 7, 11a, 11b, and 13 of chapter VI (MCL 766.1, 766.4, 766.7, 766.11a, 766.11b, and 766.13), section 4 as amended by 1994 PA 167, section 11a as added by 2004 PA 20, and section 11b as added by 2007 PA 89.

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. 184 Yeas—37

Ananich Hansen Kahn Richardville

Anderson Hildenbrand Kowall Robertson

Bieda Hood Marleau Rocca

Booher Hopgood Meekhof Schuitmaker

Brandenburg Hune Moolenaar Smith

Casperson Hunter Nofs Walker

Colbeck Jansen Pappageorge Warren

Emmons Johnson Pavlov Whitmer

Green Jones Proos Young

Gregory

Nays—1

Caswell

Excused—0

Not Voting—0

In The Chair: Schuitmaker

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 revise, consolidate, and codify the laws relating to criminal procedure and to define the jurisdiction, powers, and duties of courts, judges, and other officers of the court under the provisions of this act; to provide laws relative to the rights of persons accused of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for the arrest of persons charged with or suspected of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for bail of persons arrested for or accused of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to provide for the examination of persons accused of criminal offenses; to regulate the procedure relative to grand juries, indictments, informations, and proceedings before trial; to provide for trials of persons complained of or indicted for criminal offenses and ordinance violations and to provide for the procedure in those trials; to provide for judgments and sentences of persons convicted of criminal offenses and ordinance violations; to establish a sentencing commission and to prescribe its powers and duties; to provide for procedure relating to new trials and appeals in criminal and ordinance violation cases; to provide a uniform system of probation throughout this state and the appointment of probation officers; to prescribe the powers, duties, and compensation of probation officers; to provide penalties for the violation of the duties of probation officers; to provide for procedure governing proceedings to prevent crime and proceedings for the discovery of crime; to provide for fees of officers, witnesses, and others in criminal and ordinance violation cases; to set forth miscellaneous provisions as to criminal procedure in certain cases; to provide penalties for the violation of certain provisions of this act; and to repeal all acts and parts of acts inconsistent with or contravening any of the provisions of this act,”.

The Senate agreed to the full title.

The following bill was read a third time:

House Bill No. 5155, entitled

A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending sections 8311 and 8511 (MCL 600.8311 and 600.8511), section 8511 as amended by 2008 PA 95; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

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. 185 Yeas—38

Ananich Gregory Kahn Richardville

Anderson Hansen Kowall Robertson

Bieda Hildenbrand Marleau Rocca

Booher Hood Meekhof Schuitmaker

Brandenburg Hopgood Moolenaar Smith

Casperson Hune Nofs Walker

Caswell Hunter Pappageorge Warren

Colbeck Jansen Pavlov Whitmer

Emmons Johnson Proos Young

Green Jones

Nays—0

Excused—0

Not Voting—0

In The Chair: Schuitmaker

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 revise and consolidate the statutes relating to the organization and jurisdiction of the courts of this state; the powers and duties of the courts, and of the judges and other officers of the courts; the forms and attributes of civil claims and actions; the time within which civil actions and proceedings may be brought in the courts; pleading, evidence, practice, and procedure in civil and criminal actions and proceedings in the courts; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to provide remedies and penalties for the violation of certain provisions of this act; to repeal all acts and parts of acts inconsistent with or contravening any of the provisions of this act; 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. 4781, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending section 306 (MCL 257.306), as amended by 2011 PA 159.

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. 186 Yeas—38

Ananich Gregory Kahn Richardville

Anderson Hansen Kowall Robertson

Bieda Hildenbrand Marleau Rocca

Booher Hood Meekhof Schuitmaker

Brandenburg Hopgood Moolenaar Smith

Casperson Hune Nofs Walker

Caswell Hunter Pappageorge Warren

Colbeck Jansen Pavlov Whitmer

Emmons Johnson Proos Young

Green Jones

Nays—0

Excused—0

Not Voting—0

In The Chair: Schuitmaker

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 for the registration, titling, sale, transfer, and regulation of certain vehicles operated upon the public highways of this state or any other place open to the general public or generally accessible to motor vehicles and distressed vehicles; to provide for the licensing of dealers; to provide for the examination, licensing, and control of operators and chauffeurs; to provide for the giving of proof of financial responsibility and security by owners and operators of vehicles; to provide for the imposition, levy, and collection of specific taxes on vehicles, and the levy and collection of sales and use taxes, license fees, and permit fees; to provide for the regulation and use of streets and highways; to create certain funds; to provide penalties and sanctions for a violation of this act; to provide for civil liability of owners and operators of vehicles and service of process on residents and nonresidents; to regulate the introduction and use of certain evidence; to provide for the levy of certain assessments; to provide for the enforcement of this act; to provide for the creation of and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies; to impose liability upon the state or local agencies; to provide appropriations for certain purposes; to repeal all other acts or parts of acts inconsistent with this act or contrary to this act; and to repeal certain parts of this act on a specific date,”.

The Senate agreed to the full title.

By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of

Statements

Senators Caswell and Johnson asked and were granted unanimous consent to make statements and moved that the statements be printed in the Journal.

The motion prevailed.

Senator Caswell’s statement is as follows:

To the members of the chamber, I would like to feed back some information to you on a bill that I think most of you supported a year ago. That bill was to extend foster care to kids up to the age of 21, if they were going to school and trying to better themselves. I am very happy to announce that because of this particular bill that you all helped pass, one of the earliest individuals who was involved with it has now been accepted at Harvard Medical School. That’s the kind of impact that you’ve had on individuals.

Senator Johnson’s statement is as follows:

Colleagues, I rise today to address this body’s ongoing consideration of passing House Bill No. 4369, expanding the failed Education Achievement Authority, and to share some important information from the real teachers and parents who are already being adversely affected by it.

Since Republican legislators are considering expanding the EAA without taking the time to hear from those individuals, my colleagues—both Senator Hopgood and Senator Young—and I decided to hold a special hearing of our own this morning to indeed take testimony from teachers, experts in education, current and former EAA teachers and faculty, and the guardian of an EAA student. What we heard today was alarming but not surprising. Considering the avalanche of bad press the EAA has been getting over the past year, from student abuse and bad test scores to inflated executive salaries and financial mismanagement, everyone in this room and in this building should be aware of the numerous and growing problems with the EAA. Yet our Republican colleagues continue to disregard the EAA’s failures and blindly push towards expansion.

While you meet behind closed doors and try to get the votes, you’re still missing the real issues people are concerned about; issues we heard about today. We heard about the drastic, almost inconceivable decline in MEAP proficiency. We heard about physical student abuse. We heard about deplorable disregard for special education and individual student needs. We heard about untrained, exploited, and ignored teachers. We heard about a systemic lack of education resources, from everything as basic as paper and pencils as well as computers. We heard about flagrant dismissal of protocols, rules, teacher concerns, parental complaints, and student needs. Throughout, we heard about millions in financial resources that have been supposedly committed to EAA schools that never made it to the classrooms, seeming instead to disappear into someone’s pockets.

Does this sound like a program that should be continued, let alone be expanded? I don’t think so, and I urge my colleagues across the aisle to abandon House Bill No. 4369 and the ill-advised expansion of the floundering EAA.

Committee Reports

The Committee on Local Government and Elections reported

Senate Bill No. 680, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending section 30111b (MCL 324.30111b), as added by 2012 PA 56.

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.

David B. Robertson

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Robertson, Meekhof, Brandenburg and Young

Nays: None

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

The Committee on Families, Seniors and Human Services reported

House Bill No. 4656, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 90, entitled “Youth employment standards act,” by amending section 16 (MCL 409.116).

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

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

Judith K. Emmons

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Emmons, Rocca, Nofs and Gregory

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Committee on Families, Seniors and Human Services submitted the following:

Meeting held on Wednesday, March 26, 2014, at 3:00 p.m., Room 210, Farnum Building

Present: Senators Emmons (C), Rocca, Nofs and Gregory

The Committee on Health Policy reported

Senate Bill No. 690, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending sections 17801, 17820, 17822, and 17824 (MCL 333.17801, 333.17820, 333.17822, and 333.17824), sections 17801 and 17820 as amended and section 17824 as added by 2009 PA 55 and section 17822 as amended by 2005 PA 281.

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.

James A. Marleau

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Marleau, Robertson, Emmons, Hune, Jones, Warren, Johnson and Ananich

Nays: None

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

The Committee on Health Policy reported

Senate Bill No. 691, entitled

A bill to amend 1980 PA 350, entitled “The nonprofit health care corporation reform act,” by amending sections 502 and 502a (MCL 550.1502 and 550.1502a), as amended by 2009 PA 225.

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.

James A. Marleau

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Marleau, Robertson, Emmons, Hune, Jones, Warren, Johnson and Ananich

Nays: None

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

The Committee on Health Policy reported

Senate Bill No. 692, entitled

A bill to amend 1984 PA 233, entitled “Prudent purchaser act,” by amending section 3 (MCL 550.53), as amended by 2009 PA 224.

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.

James A. Marleau

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Marleau, Robertson, Emmons, Hune, Jones, Warren, Johnson and Ananich

Nays: None

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

The Committee on Health Policy reported

Senate Bill No. 693, entitled

A bill to amend 1969 PA 317, entitled “Worker’s disability compensation act of 1969,” by amending section 315 (MCL 418.315), as amended by 2011 PA 266.

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.

James A. Marleau

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Marleau, Robertson, Emmons, Hune, Jones, Warren, Johnson and Ananich

Nays: None

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

The Committee on Health Policy reported

Senate Bill No. 694, entitled

A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled “The insurance code of 1956,” by amending sections 3107b, 3405, 3475, and 3631 (MCL 500.3107b, 500.3405, 500.3475, and 500.3631), section 3107b as amended by 2009 PA 222 and sections 3405, 3475, and 3631 as amended by 2009 PA 227.

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.

James A. Marleau

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Marleau, Robertson, Emmons, Hune, Jones, Warren, Johnson and Ananich

Nays: None

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

The Committee on Health Policy reported

House Bill No. 4962, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding part 58A.

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

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

James A. Marleau

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Marleau, Robertson, Emmons, Hune, Jones, Schuitmaker, Warren, Johnson and Ananich

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Committee on Health Policy submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, March 27, 2014, at 9:00 a.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower

Present: Senators Marleau (C), Robertson, Emmons, Hune, Jones, Schuitmaker, Warren, Johnson and Ananich

The Committee on Outdoor Recreation and Tourism reported

Senate Resolution No. 126.

A resolution to recognize the multifaceted importance of trails in Michigan and to celebrate the individuals and organizations who develop, maintain, advocate for, and promote this important resource within our state.

(For text of resolution, see Senate Journal No. 27, p. 370.)

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

1. Amend the resolution, following the seventh Whereas clause, by inserting:

“Whereas, Equestrian groups have worked tirelessly to improve and maintain trails throughout the state in order to provide reasonable access, protect natural resources, and provide high-quality recreation opportunities for citizens throughout the state; and”.

Goeffrey M. Hansen

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Hansen, Hildenbrand, Meekhof, Casperson, Moolenaar, Young and Hopgood

Nays: None

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

The Committee on Outdoor Recreation and Tourism reported

Senate Bill No. 873, entitled

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.

Goeffrey M. Hansen

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Hansen, Hildenbrand, Meekhof, Casperson, Moolenaar, Young and Hopgood

Nays: None

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

The Committee on Outdoor Recreation and Tourism reported

Senate Bill No. 874, entitled

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.

Goeffrey M. Hansen

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Hansen, Hildenbrand, Meekhof, Casperson, Moolenaar, Young and Hopgood

Nays: None

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

The Committee on Outdoor Recreation and Tourism reported

Senate Bill No. 875, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 72101 and 72102 (MCL 324.72101 and 324.72102), as amended by 2010 PA 46.

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

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

Goeffrey M. Hansen

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Hansen, Hildenbrand, Meekhof, Casperson, Moolenaar, Young and Hopgood

Nays: None

The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.

The Committee on Outdoor Recreation and Tourism reported

Senate Bill No. 876, entitled

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.

Goeffrey M. Hansen

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Hansen, Hildenbrand, Meekhof, Casperson, Moolenaar, Young and Hopgood

Nays: None

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

The Committee on Outdoor Recreation and Tourism reported

Senate Bill No. 877, entitled

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.

Goeffrey M. Hansen

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Hansen, Hildenbrand, Meekhof, Casperson, Moolenaar, Young and Hopgood

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 Outdoor Recreation and Tourism submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, March 27, 2014, at 12:30 p.m., Room 110, Farnum Building

Present: Senators Hansen (C), Hildenbrand, Meekhof, Casperson, Moolenaar, Young and Hopgood

The Committee on Regulatory Reform reported

Senate Bill No. 878, entitled

A bill to amend 1972 PA 382, entitled “Traxler-McCauley-Law-Bowman bingo act,” by amending sections 2, 3, 3a, 4, 4a, 8, 9, 10, 11b, 11c, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, and 19 (MCL 432.102, 432.103, 432.103a, 432.104, 432.104a, 432.108, 432.109, 432.110, 432.111b, 432.111c, 432.112, 432.113, 432.114, 432.115, 432.116, 432.118, and 432.119), sections 2 and 9 as amended by 2008 PA 401, sections 3, 4a, and 12 as amended by 2012 PA 189, sections 3a, 8, 10, and 11b as amended by 2006 PA 427, sections 4, 13, 14, 15, 16, and 18 as amended and section 11c as added by 1999 PA 108, and section 19 as amended by 1995 PA 263, and by adding article 2; to designate sections 1 to 20 as article 1; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

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.

Tory Rocca

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Rocca, Jones, Hune, Pavlov, Johnson 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 Regulatory Reform submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, March 27, 2014, at 1:00 p.m., Room 210, Farnum Building

Present: Senators Rocca (C), Jones, Hune, Meekhof, Pavlov, Johnson and Warren

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Subcommittee on State Police and Military Affairs submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, March 27, 2014, at 3:00 p.m., Rooms 402 and 403, Capitol Building

Present: Senators Colbeck (C), Pappageorge and Gregory

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Subcommittee on Judiciary submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, March 27, 2014, at 4:25 p.m., Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

Present: Senators Proos (C), Schuitmaker and Johnson

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Subcommittee on Department of Community Health submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, April 22, 2014, at 9:00 a.m., Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

Present: Senators Moolenaar (C), Caswell, Booher and Gregory

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Subcommittee on Department of Corrections submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, April 22, 2014, at 9:00 a.m., Room 405, Capitol Building

Present: Senators Proos (C), Walker and Anderson

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Subcommittee on Department of Natural Resources submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, April 22, 2014, at 9:30 a.m., Room 110, Farnum Building

Present: Senators Green (C), Walker and Booher

Excused: Senator Hopgood

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Subcommittee on Department of Environmental Quality submitted the following:

Meeting held on Tuesday, April 22, 2014, at 9:45 a.m., Room 110, Farnum Building

Present: Senators Green (C), Walker and Booher

Excused: Senator Hopgood

Scheduled Meetings

Appropriations - Wednesday, April 23, 1:00 p.m.; Thursday, April 24, 10:30 a.m. or later immediately following session; and Friday, April 25, 9:00 a.m., Senate Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373-1760)

Subcommittee -

State Police and Military Affairs - Thursday, April 24, 3:00 p.m., Rooms 402 and 403, Capitol Building (373-2768)

Finance - Wednesdays, April 23 (CANCELED) and April 30, 12:30 p.m., Room 210, Farnum Building (373-5307)

Health Policy - Thursday, April 24, 2:30 p.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower (373-5323)

Michigan Law Revision Commission - Tuesday, May 13, 9:00 a.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower (373-0212)

Natural Resources, Environment and Great Lakes - Thursday, April 24, 8:30 a.m., Room 210, Farnum Building (373‑5314)

Senate Fiscal Agency Board of Governors - Thursday, April 24, 8:30 a.m., Room S-324, Capitol Building (373-2768)

Senator Meekhof moved that the Senate adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 11:48 a.m.

The President pro tempore, Senator Schuitmaker, declared the Senate adjourned until Wednesday, April 23, 2014, at 10:00 a.m.

CAROL MOREY VIVENTI

Secretary of the Senate

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