No. 46
STATE OF MICHIGAN
Journal of the Senate
99th Legislature
REGULAR SESSION OF 2017
Senate Chamber, Lansing, Tuesday, May 16, 2017.
10:00 a.m.
The Senate was called to order by the President, Lieutenant Governor Brian N. Calley.
The roll was called by the Secretary of the Senate, who announced that a quorum was present.
Ananich—present Hood—present O’Brien—present
Bieda—present Hopgood—present Pavlov—present
Booher—present Horn—present Proos—present
Brandenburg—present Hune—present Robertson—present
Casperson—present Johnson—present Rocca—present
Colbeck—present Jones—present Schmidt—present
Conyers—present Knezek—present Schuitmaker—present
Emmons—present Knollenberg—present Shirkey—present
Green—present Kowall—present Stamas—present
Gregory—present MacGregor—present Warren—present
Hansen—present Marleau—present Young—excused
Hertel—present Meekhof—present Zorn—present
Hildenbrand—present Nofs—present
Senator John M. Proos of the 21st District offered the following invocation:
Heavenly Father, we come to You today as men and women of faith, trusting that our prayers of thanksgiving and our prayers of desperate wanting and need will be fulfilled. We are grateful for the beauty of the morning sun, grateful for the joyous laughter that our families and loved ones bring to each of us, and we are especially grateful that You have placed us all in Your loving care.
In today’s Gospel word from John 14, Father, You remind us of Your blessed Son’s words, “My peace I give you, My peace I leave you.” No more important words can be spoken this morning as each of us seek Your peace, Your care, Your comfort, and Your guidance in our daily actions with all that we encounter throughout our day. Please bring peace to our broken world; please bring peace to our nation; please bring peace to our great state; and please bring peace to our hearts in all that we say, in all that we do, and with everyone we encounter today.
Lord Father, this week—a week that we remember the men and women in law enforcement and our first responders—please bring Your loving care to those who have fallen and peace to their families.
We ask all of this through Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God forever and ever. Amen.
The President, Lieutenant Governor Calley, led the members of the Senate in recital of the Pledge of Allegiance.
Motions and Communications
Senators Brandenburg, Meekhof and Hildenbrand entered the Senate Chamber.
Senator Kowall moved that Senator Casperson be temporarily excused from today’s session.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Hood moved that Senator Young be excused from today’s session.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Kowall moved that rule 3.902 be suspended to allow the guests of Senator Meekhof admittance to the Senate floor.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Senator Kowall moved that the rules be suspended and that the following bill, now on Committee Reports, be placed on the General Orders calendar for consideration today:
Senate Bill No. 359
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The Secretary announced the enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor on Thursday, May 11, for his approval the following bills:
Enrolled Senate Bill No. 129 at 11:04 a.m.
Enrolled Senate Bill No. 102 at 11:06 a.m.
Enrolled Senate Bill No. 46 at 11:08 a.m.
Enrolled Senate Bill No. 118 at 11:10 a.m.
Enrolled Senate Bill No. 202 at 11:12 a.m.
The Secretary announced that the following bills were printed and filed on Wednesday, May 10, and are available at the Michigan Legislature website:
Senate Bill Nos. 370 371 372 373 374 375 376 377
The Secretary announced that the following bills were printed and filed on Thursday, May 11, and are available at the Michigan Legislature website:
House Bill Nos. 4594 4595 4596 4597 4598 4599 4600 4601 4602 4603 4604 4605 4606 4607
4608 4609 4610 4611
Messages from the Governor
The following messages from the Governor were received and read:
April 18, 2017
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointments to office:
Michigan Apple Committee
Michael Dietrich of 1201 Wilson Road, Conklin, Michigan 49403, county of Ottawa, representing District 3, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring April 1, 2020.
Damon Glei of 1457 Hickory Road, Hillsdale, Michigan 49242, county of Hillsdale, representing District 2, succeeding himself, is reappointed for a term expiring April 1, 2020.
Jeremy Shank of 29261 Peavine Street, Dowagiac, Michigan 49047, county of Cass, representing District 1, succeeding Gary Barley, is appointed for a term expiring April 1, 2020.
April 24, 2017
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointments to office:
Michigan Strategic Fund Board of Directors
Paul V. Gentilozzi of 2521 Walmar Street, Lansing, Michigan 48917, county of Eaton, nominee of the Speaker of the House, succeeding Daniel Botge, is appointed for a term expiring at the pleasure of the Governor.
Stephen J. Hicks of 935 Bishop Wood Road, Marquette, Michigan 49855, county of Marquette, is appointed for a term expiring February 28, 2021.
April 28, 2017
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointment to office:
Certificate of Need Commission
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, 2020.
April 28, 2017
I respectfully submit to the Senate the following appointment to office:
Michigan Tax Tribunal
Preeti Pasricha Gadola of 2220 Cider Mill Drive, East Lansing, Michigan 48823, county of Ingham, representing attorneys, succeeding herself, is reappointed for a term expiring June 30, 2021.
Sincerely,
Rick Snyder
Governor
The appointments were referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of
Resolutions
Senator Kowall moved that consideration of the following concurrent resolution be postponed for today:
Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 10
The motion prevailed.
Senator Zorn offered the following resolution:
Senate Resolution No. 60.
A resolution to recognize the Bicentennial of Monroe County.
Whereas, The county of Monroe, Michigan’s second oldest county created on July 14, 1817, and named in honor of President James Monroe, the 5th President of the United States; and
Whereas, The county of Monroe is endowed with rich historical and natural resources, built on a strong agricultural base, home to innovative industries, and populated with a dedicated citizenry; and
Whereas, Monroe County is active in the preservation and presentation of its history by recognizing such significant sites such as the River Raisin National Battlefield Park, Dundee Old Mill Museum, Navarre Anderson Trading Post, and the General George Armstrong Custer Equestrian statue; and
Whereas, Today, Monroe County is acknowledged as a transportation hub including the largest highway gateway into Michigan, home to Michigan’s First Road and having the state’s only international port on Lake Erie; and
Whereas, Monroe County is made up of 14 townships—the first Michigan county to divide into townships; and
Whereas, Ash Township is a rich agricultural community that was established in 1837 with the Village of Carleton to follow in 1872, and is the home to a mixture of residential and agricultural lands; and
Whereas, Bedford Township is the site of Banner Oak School, built in 1871, and is on the Michigan State Register of Historic Sites; and
Whereas, Berlin Township contains Pointe Mouillee State Game Area; and
Whereas, Dundee Township is the site of the Dundee Old Mill, which over the years has served as a grist mill, hydro-electric power plant, Ford factory, fabricating factory, and museum; and
Whereas, Erie Township pioneers were of French Canadian ancestry, with many current residents being descendants of these families; and
Whereas, The proud legacy of Exeter Township is farming. Modest residential growth in the rural community continues to be steady due to its central location between the major employment centers of Toledo, Ann Arbor and Detroit; and
Whereas, Frenchtown Township is home to Sterling State Park and Detroit Edison’s Fermi II Nuclear Plant; and
Whereas, Ida Township is the home of the Christmas in Ida Festival and Parade of Lights; and
Whereas, The LaSalle Township area contained a settlement along Otter Creek which was established by French pioneers in 1794, and this makes LaSalle Township one of the earliest settled areas in Monroe County; and
Whereas, London Township is home to London Methodist Church, one of the oldest churches in the county; and
Whereas, The city of Monroe, also named in honor of President James Monroe, is home to the River Raisin National Battlefield Park, the only National Park dedicated to telling the story of the War of 1812; and
Whereas, Monroe Charter Township was formed by an executive act of Governor Lewis Cass on May 4, 1818 and was one of the five original townships organized in Monroe county; and
Whereas, Raisinville Township pioneer settlers were the first citizens to fully organize a school district and construct the first public school in Michigan Territory; and
Whereas, Summerfield Township is traversed by the River Raisin, and is a rich agricultural community that produces world class produce; and
Whereas, Whiteford Township is an agricultural community; has a newly established disc golf course that will be a top course in the area; and fields for soccer, baseball, and walking trails go through a portion of Ayvar Prairie with wetland habitat where many species of birds can be seen; and
Whereas, The year 2017 will mark the 200th Anniversary of the creation of Monroe County; and
Whereas, The state of Michigan acknowledges the importance of Monroe County’s history; and
Whereas, In preparation for this anniversary, Monroe County initiated a bicentennial coordination committee which has evolved into the Monroe County Bicentennial Alliance, comprised of citizens and organizations from across the county giving freely and generously of their time to commemorate this milestone in the history of Monroe County; and
Whereas, The Monroe County Bicentennial Alliance adopted the mission of celebrating and facilitating a year-long tribute to the Bicentennial of Monroe County; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, That the members of the legislative body support the mission and recognize the efforts of the Monroe County Bicentennial Alliance and its constituent members for their cooperative coordination of programs and special events to raise awareness and to create a greater appreciation of Monroe County during its bicentennial celebration throughout 2017.
Pending the order that, under rule 3.204, the resolution be referred to the Committee on Government Operations,
Senator Kowall moved that the rule be suspended.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The resolution was adopted.
Senators Bieda, Booher, Brandenburg, Gregory, Hansen, Hopgood, Kowall, MacGregor, Marleau, Pavlov, Proos and Schmidt were named co‑sponsors of the resolution.
Senator Casperson entered the Senate Chamber.
Senator Meekhof offered the following resolution:
Senate Resolution No. 61.
A resolution to commemorate May 16, 2017, as Chaldean American Day.
Whereas, 130,000 Chaldeans, the largest population outside of Iraq, reside in the state of Michigan; and
Whereas, Since migrating to America during the 1920s, Chaldeans have continued to use their strong work ethic to contribute to the growth of Michigan through the establishment of more than 15,000 Chaldean-owned businesses across the state; and
Whereas, The Chaldean population has consistently proven their entrepreneurial spirit with nearly 60 percent of the community owning at least one business and 80 percent of all food stores in the Detroit area alone; and
Whereas, The population of Chaldean Americans continues to grow in the state of Michigan, since the Iraqi Chaldean refugees began migrating in search of better economic, political, and religious opportunities; and
Whereas, The Chaldean American community works to help the refugees adjust and become contributing citizens to the Great Lakes State through business, philosophy, language, and cuisine; and
Whereas, The Chaldean Community Foundation provides social services to more than 8,000 people annually at its Sterling Heights and Southfield offices, by advancing the needs of the Chaldean American community and the communities in which they live and work through education, charitable giving, and advocacy; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, That the members of this legislative body commemorate May 16, 2017, as Chaldean American Day. We acknowledge the contributions of this innovative and entrepreneurial community as an important part of Michigan’s diverse history; and be it further
Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be transmitted to the Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce as evidence of our highest esteem.
Pending the order that, under rule 3.204, the resolution be referred to the Committee on Government Operations,
Senator Kowall moved that the rule be suspended.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The resolution was adopted.
Senators Bieda, Booher, Brandenburg, Casperson, Conyers, Gregory, Hansen, Hood, Hopgood, Knollenberg, Kowall, MacGregor, Marleau, Pavlov, Proos, Rocca, Schmidt and Zorn were named co‑sponsors of the resolution.
Senator Meekhof asked and was granted unanimous consent to make a statement and moved that the statement be printed in the Journal.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Meekhof’s statement is as follows:
It is my pleasure to introduce a resolution to commemorate May 16, 2017, as Chaldean American Day. Michigan is home to 130,000 Chaldeans, the largest population outside of Iraq. Since immigrating to Michigan in the 1920s, Chaldeans have woven themselves into the fabric of our state. 60 percent of the individuals in the Chaldean community own at least one business, and 80 percent of all food stores are owned by Chaldeans in Detroit alone. The Chaldean community also plays a valuable, intangible role, adding to Michigan’s culture through their unique and robust history, cuisine, art, and language. The community has also played a monumental role in the refugee population that has been relocated to southeast Michigan and helped them integrate into American life.
We sincerely appreciate the contributions, entrepreneurism, and history of Michigan’s Chaldean community. Please help we welcome the Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce President, Martin Manna, who is joining me on the floor today.
Senator Kowall moved that rule 3.902 be suspended to allow the guests of Senator Hildenbrand admittance to the Senate floor, including the center aisle.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Senator Kowall moved that rule 3.901 be suspended to allow photographs to be taken from the Senate floor.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Recess
Senator Kowall moved that the Senate recess subject to the call of the Chair.
The motion prevailed, the time being 10:11 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
The Senate was called to order by the President pro tempore, Senator Schuitmaker.
During the recess, Senator Hildenbrand introduced the Lowell High School Red Arrows Varsity Wrestling Team, Division II State Champions, and Coach R.J. Boudro; and presented them with a Special Tribute.
Coach Boudro responded briefly.
By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of
General Orders
Senator Kowall moved that the Senate resolve itself into the Committee of the Whole for consideration of the General Orders calendar.
The motion prevailed, and the President pro tempore, Senator Schuitmaker, designated Senator Stamas 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. 338, entitled
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 16g of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16g), as amended by 2012 PA 195.
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. 337, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” (MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by adding section 136.
Substitute (S-3).
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. 368, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” (MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by adding section 136.
Substitute (S-5).
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. 369, entitled
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 16g of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16g), as amended by 2012 PA 195.
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. 359, entitled
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending sections 9m and 9n (MCL 211.9m and 211.9n), as amended by 2016 PA 108.
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.
By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of
Messages from the House
Senator Kowall moved that consideration of the following bill be postponed for today:
Senate Bill No. 35
The motion prevailed.
Senate Bill No. 113, entitled
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled “An act to provide for the raising of additional public revenue by prescribing certain specific taxes, fees, and charges to be paid to the state for the privilege of engaging in certain business activities; to provide, incident to the enforcement thereof, for the issuance of licenses to engage in such occupations; to provide for the ascertainment, assessment and collection thereof; to appropriate the proceeds thereof; and to prescribe penalties for violations of the provisions of this act,” by amending section 4d (MCL 205.54d), as amended by 2014 PA 53.
(Enrollment was vacated on May 10 and House amendment received. For text of amendment, see Senate Journal No. 45, p. 607.)
The question being on concurring in the amendment made to the bill by the House,
The amendment was concurred in, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 179 Yeas—31
Ananich Hansen Knezek Proos
Bieda Hertel Knollenberg Robertson
Booher Hildenbrand Kowall Schmidt
Brandenburg Hood MacGregor Shirkey
Casperson Hopgood Marleau Stamas
Conyers Horn Meekhof Warren
Green Johnson Nofs Zorn
Gregory Jones O’Brien
Nays—6
Colbeck Hune Rocca Schuitmaker
Emmons Pavlov
Excused—1
Young
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The bill was referred to the Secretary for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.
Senate Bill No. 114, entitled
A bill 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,” (MCL 205.91 to 205.111) by adding section 4dd.
(Enrollment was vacated on May 10 and House amendment received. For text of amendment, see Senate Journal No. 45, p. 607.)
The question being on concurring in the amendment made to the bill by the House,
The amendment was concurred in, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 180 Yeas—31
Ananich Hansen Knezek Proos
Bieda Hertel Knollenberg Robertson
Booher Hildenbrand Kowall Schmidt
Brandenburg Hood MacGregor Shirkey
Casperson Hopgood Marleau Stamas
Conyers Horn Meekhof Warren
Green Johnson Nofs Zorn
Gregory Jones O’Brien
Nays—6
Colbeck Hune Rocca Schuitmaker
Emmons Pavlov
Excused—1
Young
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The bill was referred to the Secretary for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.
Senate Bill No. 115, entitled
A bill to amend 1996 PA 376, entitled “An act to create and expand certain renaissance zones; to foster economic opportunities in this state; to facilitate economic development; to stimulate industrial, commercial, and residential improvements; to prevent physical and infrastructure deterioration of geographic areas in this state; to authorize expenditures; to provide exemptions and credits from certain taxes; to create certain obligations of this state and local governmental units; to require disclosure of certain transactions and gifts; to provide for appropriations; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local departments, agencies, and officials,” by amending section 9 (MCL 125.2689), as amended by 2011 PA 315.
(Enrollment was vacated on May 10 and House amendment received. For text of amendment, see Senate Journal No. 45, p. 607.)
The question being on concurring in the amendment made to the bill by the House,
The amendment was concurred in, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 181 Yeas—31
Ananich Hansen Knezek Proos
Bieda Hertel Knollenberg Robertson
Booher Hildenbrand Kowall Schmidt
Brandenburg Hood MacGregor Shirkey
Casperson Hopgood Marleau Stamas
Conyers Horn Meekhof Warren
Green Johnson Nofs Zorn
Gregory Jones O’Brien
Nays—6
Colbeck Hune Rocca Schuitmaker
Emmons Pavlov
Excused—1
Young
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The bill was referred to the Secretary for enrollment printing and presentation to the Governor.
Third Reading of Bills
Senator Kowall moved that the rules be suspended and that the following bill, now on the order of Third Reading of Bills, be placed on its immediate passage:
Senate Bill No. 359
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 238, entitled
A bill to amend 1939 PA 21, entitled “Regulatory loan act,” by amending section 12 (MCL 493.12), as amended by 2002 PA 393.
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. 182 Yeas—32
Bieda Gregory Jones Proos
Booher Hansen Knollenberg Robertson
Brandenburg Hertel Kowall Rocca
Casperson Hildenbrand MacGregor Schmidt
Colbeck Hopgood Marleau Schuitmaker
Conyers Horn Meekhof Shirkey
Emmons Hune Nofs Stamas
Green Johnson Pavlov Zorn
Nays—5
Ananich Knezek O’Brien Warren
Hood
Excused—1
Young
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 4167, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending section 719 (MCL 257.719), as amended by 2015 PA 208.
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. 183 Yeas—37
Ananich Hansen Knezek Proos
Bieda Hertel Knollenberg Robertson
Booher Hildenbrand Kowall Rocca
Brandenburg Hood MacGregor Schmidt
Casperson Hopgood Marleau Schuitmaker
Colbeck Horn Meekhof Shirkey
Conyers Hune Nofs Stamas
Emmons Johnson O’Brien Warren
Green Jones Pavlov Zorn
Gregory
Nays—0
Excused—1
Young
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 manufacturers, the manufacturers of certain devices, the manufacturers of automated technology, upfitters, owners, and operators of vehicles and service of process on residents and nonresidents; to regulate the introduction and use of certain evidence; to regulate and certify the manufacturers of certain devices; to provide for approval and certification of installers and servicers of certain devices; 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.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 333, entitled
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending sections 8031 and 8035 (MCL 600.8031 and 600.8035), as added by 2012 PA 333.
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 Knezek Proos
Bieda Hertel Knollenberg Robertson
Booher Hildenbrand Kowall Rocca
Brandenburg Hood MacGregor Schmidt
Casperson Hopgood Marleau Schuitmaker
Colbeck Horn Meekhof Shirkey
Conyers Hune Nofs Stamas
Emmons Johnson O’Brien Warren
Green Jones Pavlov Zorn
Gregory
Nays—0
Excused—1
Young
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 98, entitled
A bill to amend 2008 PA 549, entitled “Michigan promise zone authority act,” by amending section 4 (MCL 390.1664), as added by 2016 PA 9.
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—35
Ananich Hansen Knezek Proos
Bieda Hertel Knollenberg Robertson
Booher Hildenbrand Kowall Rocca
Brandenburg Hood MacGregor Schmidt
Casperson Hopgood Marleau Schuitmaker
Conyers Horn Meekhof Stamas
Emmons Hune Nofs Warren
Green Johnson O’Brien Zorn
Gregory Jones Pavlov
Nays—2
Colbeck Shirkey
Excused—1
Young
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 4219, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending section 451c (MCL 750.451c), as added by 2014 PA 334.
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—37
Ananich Hansen Knezek Proos
Bieda Hertel Knollenberg Robertson
Booher Hildenbrand Kowall Rocca
Brandenburg Hood MacGregor Schmidt
Casperson Hopgood Marleau Schuitmaker
Colbeck Horn Meekhof Shirkey
Conyers Hune Nofs Stamas
Emmons Johnson O’Brien Warren
Green Jones Pavlov Zorn
Gregory
Nays—0
Excused—1
Young
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, 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,”.
The Senate agreed to the full title.
The following bill was read a third time:
House Bill No. 4288, entitled
A bill to amend 2015 PA 255, entitled “Uniform interstate family support act,” by amending section 204 (MCL 552.2204).
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. 187 Yeas—35
Ananich Gregory Jones Proos
Bieda Hansen Knezek Robertson
Booher Hertel Knollenberg Rocca
Brandenburg Hildenbrand Kowall Schmidt
Casperson Hood MacGregor Shirkey
Colbeck Hopgood Marleau Stamas
Conyers Horn Meekhof Warren
Emmons Hune Nofs Zorn
Green Johnson Pavlov
Nays—2
O’Brien Schuitmaker
Excused—1
Young
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 make uniform the laws relating to support enforcement; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,”.
The Senate agreed to the full title.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 359, entitled
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending sections 9m and 9n (MCL 211.9m and 211.9n), as amended by 2016 PA 108.
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. 188 Yeas—37
Ananich Hansen Knezek Proos
Bieda Hertel Knollenberg Robertson
Booher Hildenbrand Kowall Rocca
Brandenburg Hood MacGregor Schmidt
Casperson Hopgood Marleau Schuitmaker
Colbeck Horn Meekhof Shirkey
Conyers Hune Nofs Stamas
Emmons Johnson O’Brien Warren
Green Jones Pavlov Zorn
Gregory
Nays—0
Excused—1
Young
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: Schuitmaker
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of
Introduction and Referral of Bills
Senators Knollenberg, MacGregor, Jones, Hune and Kowall introduced
Senate Bill No. 378, entitled
A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending sections 20106, 20156, 20173a, and 21311 (MCL 333.20106, 333.20156, 333.20173a, and 333.21311), section 20106 as amended by 2015 PA 104, section 20156 as amended by 2006 PA 195, section 20173a as amended by 2014 PA 66, and section 21311 as amended by 2004 PA 74, and by adding sections 21302 and 21311a.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform.
Senators Bieda, Jones, Conyers, Gregory, Johnson and Warren introduced
Senate Bill No. 379, entitled
A bill to amend 1972 PA 230, entitled “Stille-DeRossett-Hale single state construction code act,” by amending section 4d (MCL 125.1504d), as added by 2008 PA 376.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform.
Senator Hildenbrand introduced
Senate Bill No. 380, entitled
A bill to amend 2014 PA 86, entitled “Local community stabilization authority act,” by amending sections 14, 15, 16, and 17 (MCL 123.1354, 123.1355, 123.1356, and 123.1357), sections 14 and 17 as amended by 2016 PA 124.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Statements
Senator Bieda asked and was granted unanimous consent to make a statement and moved that the statement be printed in the Journal.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Bieda’s statement is as follows:
I rise to commemorate National Peace Officers Memorial Day. Yesterday, communities across our nation honored the men and women in blue who lost their lives while serving their country. Today, I want to take a moment to remember each and every one of those 394 peace officers and to recognize their courage and sacrifice to serve and protect.
More specifically, I want to remember the Michigan peace officers who had their lives cut short. Our state lost seven phenomenal officers this past year. It’s become an unfortunate reality that our police officers suit up each morning without knowing whether or not they’re going to make it home that night. But still, they put on that uniform every day and proudly display their badge because they believe, like many of us, that they will make a difference in their communities. While we take time to remember these officers today, I want us to also commit to doing what is necessary to keep them safe in the future.
A moment of silence was observed in memory of peace officers who lost their lives in the past year.
Committee Reports
The Committee on Finance reported
Senate Bill No. 184, entitled
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” (MCL 206.1 to 206.713) by adding section 277.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Jack M. Brandenburg
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Brandenburg, Robertson, Knollenberg, Casperson, Proos, Bieda and Warren
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Finance reported
Senate Bill No. 359, entitled
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending sections 9m and 9n (MCL 211.9m and 211.9n), as amended by 2016 PA 108.
With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Jack M. Brandenburg
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Brandenburg, Robertson, Knollenberg, Casperson, Proos, Bieda 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 Finance submitted the following:
Meeting held on Tuesday, May 9, 2017, at 2:30 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building
Present: Senators Brandenburg (C), Robertson, Knollenberg, Casperson, Proos, Bieda and Warren
The Committee on Regulatory Reform reported
Senate Bill No. 37, entitled
A bill to amend 1915 PA 31, entitled “Youth tobacco act,” by amending the title and sections 1, 2, and 4 (MCL 722.641, 722.642, and 722.644), as amended by 2006 PA 236.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Tory Rocca
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Rocca, Jones, Knollenberg, Kowall, MacGregor, Hune, Warren, Hertel and Johnson
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Regulatory Reform reported
House Bill No. 4081, entitled
A bill to amend 1972 PA 382, entitled “Traxler-McCauley-Law-Bowman bingo act,” (MCL 432.101 to 432.120) by adding article 2.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
Tory Rocca
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Rocca, Jones, Knollenberg, Kowall, MacGregor, Hune, Warren, Hertel and Johnson
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Committee on Regulatory Reform submitted the following:
Meeting held on Wednesday, May 10, 2017, at 1:00 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building
Present: Senators Rocca (C), Jones, Knollenberg, Kowall, MacGregor, Hune, Warren, Hertel and Johnson
The Committee on Appropriations reported
Senate Bill No. 258, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 390, entitled “Emergency management act,” by amending section 19 (MCL 30.419), as amended by 2013 PA 110.
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
David S. Hildenbrand
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Hildenbrand, MacGregor, Hansen, Stamas, Knollenberg, Booher, Shirkey, Proos, Nofs, Green, Marleau, Gregory, Hopgood, Hertel, Knezek and Young
Nays: None
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Appropriations reported
Senate Bill No. 259, entitled
A bill to amend 1986 PA 102, entitled “An act to establish a grant program for certain part-time, independent students in this state; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and institutions of higher education,” by amending sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 (MCL 390.1281, 390.1282, 390.1283, 390.1284, 390.1285, 390.1286, 390.1287, and 390.1288), section 3 as amended by 2004 PA 180.
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 S. Hildenbrand
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Hildenbrand, MacGregor, Hansen, Stamas, Knollenberg, Shirkey, Proos, Nofs, Green, Marleau, Gregory, Hopgood, Hertel, Knezek and Young
Nays: None
The bill and the substitute recommended by the committee were referred to the Committee of the Whole.
The Committee on Appropriations reported
Senate Bill No. 260, entitled
A bill to amend 2015 PA 45, entitled “Higher education authorization and distance education reciprocal exchange act,” by amending section 7 (MCL 390.1697).
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
The committee further recommends that the bill be given immediate effect.
David S. Hildenbrand
Chairperson
To Report Out:
Yeas: Senators Hildenbrand, MacGregor, Hansen, Stamas, Knollenberg, Booher, Proos, Nofs, Green, Marleau, Gregory, Hopgood, Hertel, Knezek and Young
Nays: Senator Shirkey
The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Committee on Appropriations submitted the following:
Meeting held on Wednesday, May 10, 2017, at 2:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building
Present: Senators Hildenbrand (C), MacGregor, Hansen, Stamas, Knollenberg, Booher, Shirkey, Proos, Nofs, Green, Marleau, Gregory, Hopgood, Hertel, Knezek and Young
Scheduled Meetings
Agriculture - Thursday, May 18, 8:30 a.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (373-1721)
Appropriations - Wednesday, May 17, 2:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373‑5307)
Subcommittees -
Capital Outlay - Wednesday, May 17, 4:00 p.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (373‑2768)
Corrections - Wednesday, May 17, 3:30 p.m., Rooms 402 and 403, Capitol Building (373-2768)
Commerce - Wednesday, May 17, 8:30 a.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (373-5312)
Economic Development and International Investment - Thursday, May 18, 1:30 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (373-5323)
Education -
Subcommittee -
Michigan Merit Curriculum - Thursday, May 18, 3:00 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (373-5314)
Energy and Technology - Thursday, May 18, 12:30 p.m., Senate Hearing Room, Ground Floor, Boji Tower (373-1721)
Michigan Law Revision Commission - Thursday, May 18, 11:00 a.m., Legislative Council Conference Room, 3rd Floor, Boji Tower (373-0212)
Natural Resources - Wednesday, May 17, 12:30 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (373-1721)
Regulatory Reform - Wednesday, May 17, 1:00 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (373-5323)
Transportation - Thursday, May 18, 9:00 a.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (373-5312)
Senator Kowall moved that the Senate adjourn.
The motion prevailed, the time being 11:30 a.m.
The President pro tempore, Senator Schuitmaker, declared the Senate adjourned until Wednesday, May 17, 2017, at 10:00 a.m.
JEFFREY F. COBB
Secretary of the Senate
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