STATE OF MICHIGAN
Journal of the Senate
102nd Legislature
REGULAR SESSION OF 2023
Senate Chamber, Lansing, Wednesday, June 7, 2023.
10:00 a.m.
The Senate was called to order by the President, Lieutenant Governor Garlin D. Gilchrist II.
The roll was called by the Secretary of the Senate, who announced that a quorum was present.
Albert—present Hauck—present Moss—present
Anthony—present Hertel—present Nesbitt—present
Bayer—present Hoitenga—present Outman—present
Bellino—present Huizenga—present Polehanki—present
Brinks—present Irwin—present Runestad—present
Bumstead—present Johnson—present Santana—present
Camilleri—present Klinefelt—present Shink—present
Cavanagh—present Lauwers—present Singh—present
Chang—present Lindsey—present Theis—present
Cherry—present McBroom—present Victory—present
Daley—present McCann—present Webber—present
Damoose—present McDonald Rivet—present Wojno—present
Geiss—present McMorrow—present
Senator Mallory McMorrow of the 8th District offered the following invocation:
All-powerful God, You are present in the whole universe and in the smallest of Your creatures. You embrace with Your tenderness all that exists. Pour out upon us the power of Your love, that we may protect life and beauty. Fill us with peace, that we may live as brothers and sisters, harming no one.
O God of the poor, help us to rescue the abandoned and forgotten of this earth, so precious in your eyes. Bring healing to our lives, that we may protect the world and not prey on it, that we may sow beauty, not pollution and destruction. Touch the hearts of those who look only for gain at the expense of the poor and the earth. Teach us to discover the worth of each thing, to be filled with awe and contemplation, to recognize that we are profoundly united with every creature as we journey towards Your infinite light.
We thank You for being with us each day. Encourage us, we pray, in our struggle for justice, love and peace. Amen
The President, Lieutenant Governor Gilchrist, led the members of the Senate in recital of the Pledge of Allegiance.
Motions and Communications
The following communications were received:
Department of State
Administrative Rules
Notices of Filing
March 22, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2021-044-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑03-10) on this date at 10:48 a.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Medicine – General Rules.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
March 22, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2021-054-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑03-11) on this date at 11:10 a.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery – General Rules.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
March 22, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2021-057-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑03-12) on this date at 12:00 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Veterinary Medicine – General Rules.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
March 22, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2021-095-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑03-13) on this date at 3:16 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Podiatric Medicine and Surgery – General Rules.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
March 22, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2021-096-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑03-14) on this date at 4:11 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Respiratory Care – General Rules.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
March 23, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2021-081-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑03-15) on this date at 11:08 a.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Nurse Aide, Nurse Aide Trainer, and Nurse Aide Training Program, Certificate of Registration and Permit Program.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
March 23, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2021-043-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑03-16) on this date at 11:51 a.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Genetic Counseling – General Rules.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
March 23, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2021-078-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑03-17) on this date at 1:18 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Athletic Training – General Rules.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
March 23, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2022-017-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑03-18) on this date at 1:49 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Public Health Code – General Rules.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
March 23, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2022-022-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑03-19) on this date at 2:08 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Sanitarians Registration – General Rules.”
These rules become effective immediately after filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
March 23, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2022-023-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑03-20) on this date at 2:58 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Landscape Architects – General Rules.”
These rules become effective immediately after filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
March 23, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2022-004-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑03-21) on this date at 3:14 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Physician’s Assistants – General Rules.”
These rules become effective immediately after filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
March 29, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #20-081-HS (Secretary of State Filing #23‑03‑22) on this date at 1:51 p.m. for the Department of Health and Human Services entitled, “EMS Personnel Licensing and Education.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
March 29, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2022-030-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑03-24) on this date at 3:22 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Chiropractic – General Rules.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
March 29, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2022-032-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑03-25) on this date at 4:11 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Audiology – General Rules.”
These rules take effect immediately upon
filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or
45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233,
24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days
after filing with the Secretary of State.
April 10, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2021-03-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑04-01) on this date at 12:39 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Consumer Standards and Billing Practices for Electric and Natural Gas Service.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
April 10, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2021-076-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑04-02) on this date at 12:49 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Service Quality and Reliability Standards for Electric Distribution Systems.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
April 10, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2021-077-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑04-03) on this date at 12:56 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Technical Standards for Electric Service.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
April 18, 2023
In accordance with the provisions of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2022-018-EQ (Secretary of State Filing #23‑04-04) on this date at 9:35 a.m. for the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy entitled, “Air Pollution Control – Part 6. Emission Limitations and Prohibitions – Existing Sources of Volatile Organic Compound Emissions.”
These rules become effective immediately after filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
April 25, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2020-095-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑04-05) on this date at 9:48 a.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Electric Interconnection and Net Metering Standards.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
April 25, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2020-096-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑04-06) on this date at 10:31 a.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Interconnection and Distributed Generation Standards.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
April 26, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2021-058-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑04-07) on this date at 9:13 a.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Counseling – General Rules.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
April 26, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2021-085-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑04-08) on this date at 9:52 a.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Occupational Therapists – General Rules.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
April 26, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2019-101-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑04-09) on this date at 3:28 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Skilled Trades Regulation Rules.”
These rules become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
April 26, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2019-106-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑04-10) on this date at 3:32 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “State Plumbing Board Rules.”
These rules become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
April 26, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2019-109-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑04-11) on this date at 3:36 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Building Officials, Plan Reviewers, and Inspector Rules.”
These rules become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
April 26, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2019-110-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑04-12) on this date at 3:39 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Electrical Administrative Board General Rules.”
These rules become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
April 26, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2019-115-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑04-13) on this date at 3:42 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Michigan Boiler Rules.”
These rules become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
April 26, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2019-126-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑04-14) on this date at 3:44 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Board of Mechanical Rules.”
These rules become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
April 27, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2021-052-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑04-15) on this date at 11:25 a.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Real Estate Appraisers – General Rules.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44 or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
May 1, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2022-015-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑05-01) on this date at 10:47 a.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Physical Therapy – General Rules.”
These rules become effective immediately after filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
May 1, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2022-025-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑05-02) on this date at 1:57 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Architects – General Rules.”
These rules become effective immediately after filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
May 2, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2022-026-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑05-03) on this date at 9:55 a.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Professional Engineers – General Rules.”
These rules become effective immediately after filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
May 2, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2022-027-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑05-04) on this date at 1:33 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Professional Surveyors – General Rules.”
These rules become effective immediately after filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
May 4, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2023-001-NR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑05-05) on this date at 11:55 a.m. for the Department of Natural Resources entitled, “Use of Trawls.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
May 16, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2021-089-CR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑05-06) on this date at 10:04 a.m. for the Department of Civil Rights entitled, “Organization, Practice, and Procedure.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244 or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with Secretary of State.
May 19, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2021-093-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑05-07) on this date at 10:14 a.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Central Fill Pharmacies.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
May 19, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2022-049-LR (Secretary of State Filing #23‑05-08) on this date at 11:04 a.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Optometry – General Rules.”
These rules take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
May 19, 2023
In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2022-020-HS (Secretary of State Filing #23‑05-09) on this date at 12:59 p.m. for the Department of Health and Human Services entitled, “EMS Life Support Agencies and Medical Control.”
These rules take effect 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State.
Sincerely,
Jocelyn Benson
Secretary of State
Lashana Threlkeld, Departmental Supervisor
Office of the Great Seal
The communications were referred to the Secretary
for record.
The following communication was received:
Office of Senator Rosemary Bayer
June 6, 2023
Per Senate Rule 1.110(c), I am requesting that my name be added as a co-sponsor to Senate Bill 366 by Senator Sean McCann on June 6th, 2023.
Sincerely,
Rosemary K. Bayer
13th Senate District
State Senator
The communication was referred to the Secretary for record.
The following communication was received:
Office of Senator Veronica Klinefelt
June 6, 2023
Per Senate Rule 1.110(d) I am requesting that my name be removed as co-sponsor from Senate Bill 17, which was introduced on January 17, 2023, and referred to the Senate Committee on Local Government.
Sincerely,
State Senator Veronica Klinefelt
District 11
The communication was referred to the Secretary for record.
Messages from the House
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The state school aid act of 1979,” by amending sections 3, 4, 6, 6a, 11, 11a, 11j, 11k, 11m, 11s, 11x, 15, 19, 20, 20d, 20f, 21f, 21h, 22a, 22b, 22c, 22d, 22m, 22p, 23a, 24, 24a, 25f, 25g, 26a, 26b, 26c, 26d, 27a, 27b, 27c, 28, 31a, 31d, 31f, 31j, 31n, 31p, 31aa, 32d, 32n, 32p, 32t, 35a, 35d, 39, 39a, 41, 41b, 51a, 51c, 51d, 51e, 51g, 53a, 54, 54b, 54d, 55, 56, 61a, 61b, 61c, 61d, 62, 65, 67, 67a, 67d, 74, 81, 94, 94a, 95b, 97a, 98, 99h, 99s, 99t, 99u, 99x, 99ee, 101, 104, 104f, 104h, 107, 121, 147, 147a, 147b, 147c, 147e, 152a, 152b, and 163 (MCL 388.1603, 388.1604, 388.1606, 388.1606a, 388.1611, 388.1611a, 388.1611j, 388.1611k, 388.1611m, 388.1611s, 388.1611x, 388.1615, 388.1619, 388.1620, 388.1620d, 388.1620f, 388.1621f, 388.1621h, 388.1622a, 388.1622b, 388.1622c, 388.1622d, 388.1622m, 388.1622p, 388.1623a, 388.1624, 388.1624a, 388.1625f, 388.1625g, 388.1626a, 388.1626b, 388.1626c, 388.1626d, 388.1627a, 388.1627b, 388.1627c, 388.1628, 388.1631a, 388.1631d, 388.1631f, 388.1631j, 388.1631n, 388.1631p, 388.1631aa, 388.1632d, 388.1632n, 388.1632p, 388.1632t, 388.1635a, 388.1635d, 388.1639, 388.1639a, 388.1641, 388.1641b, 388.1651a, 388.1651c, 388.1651d, 388.1651e, 388.1651g, 388.1653a, 388.1654, 388.1654b, 388.1654d, 388.1655, 388.1656, 388.1661a, 388.1661b, 388.1661c, 388.1661d, 388.1662, 388.1665, 388.1667, 388.1667a, 388.1667d, 388.1674, 388.1681, 388.1694, 388.1694a, 388.1695b, 388.1697a, 388.1698, 388.1699h, 388.1699s, 388.1699t, 388.1699u, 388.1699x, 388.1699ee, 388.1701, 388.1704, 388.1704f, 388.1704h, 388.1707, 388.1721, 388.1747, 388.1747a, 388.1747b, 388.1747c, 388.1747e, 388.1752a, 388.1752b, and 388.1763), sections 3, 6, 6a, 11a, 11j, 11k, 11m, 11s, 15, 20, 20d, 20f, 21f, 21h, 22a, 22c, 22d, 22m, 22p, 24, 24a, 25f, 25g, 26a, 26b, 26c, 26d, 28, 31a, 31d, 31j, 31n, 31p, 32d, 32p, 35a, 35d, 39, 41, 51d, 51g, 54b, 54d, 55, 61a, 61b, 61c, 61d, 62, 65, 67, 67a, 74, 81, 94, 94a, 95b, 97a, 98, 99h, 99s, 99t, 99u, 99x, 101, 104, 104f, 104h, 107, 147, 147a, 147b, 147e, 152a, and 152b as amended and sections 11x, 27a, 27b, 27c, 31aa, 32n, 32t, 41b, 51e, 67d, and 99ee as added by 2022 PA 144, sections 4 and 19 as amended by 2021 PA 48, sections 11, 22b, 31f, 39a, 51a, 51c, 53a, 54, and 147c as amended by 2023 PA 3, section 23a as amended by 2020 PA 22, section 56 as amended by 2022 PA 212, section 121 as amended by 2006 PA 342, and section 163 as amended by 2021 PA 15, and by adding sections 11v, 11z, 12a, 12c, 23g, 27g, 27k, 27l, 27n, 27o, 27p, 27q, 30d, 31k, 31l, 31ff, 32e, 32m, 33, 35k, 35l, 35m, 61j, 61k, 61l, 61m, 67f, 74b, 97g, 98d, 99a, 99b, 99c, 99d, 99e, 99f, 99g, 99n, 99ff, 99gg, 99hh, and 99ii; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Weiss, Morgan and DeBoer as conferees to join with Senators Camilleri, Polehanki and Bumstead.
The bill was referred to the Conference
Committee.
A bill to make appropriations for the state transportation department for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Puri, Morgan and Steele as conferees to join with Senators Klinefelt, Hertel and Bumstead.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of education for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Weiss, Morgan and DeBoer as conferees to join with Senators Bayer, Klinefelt and Bumstead.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to make, supplement, adjust, and consolidate appropriations for the department of labor and economic opportunity for the fiscal years ending September 30, 2023 and September 30, 2024; to provide for certain conditions on appropriations; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Snyder, Martus and VanWoerkom as conferees to join with Senators Cavanagh, McDonald Rivet and Bumstead.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of licensing and regulatory affairs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Skaggs, Brixie and Schuette as conferees to join with Senators Cavanagh, Santana and Bumstead.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to make and supplement appropriations for the department of military and veterans affairs for the fiscal years ending September 30, 2023 and September 30, 2024; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Morgan, Wilson and Cavitt as conferees to join with Senators Hertel, Klinefelt and Bumstead.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of environment, Great Lakes, and energy for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Hood, McKinney and Beson as conferees to join with Senators Irwin, Singh and Bumstead.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The
state school aid act of 1979,” by amending sections 236, 236b, 236c, 236j,
236k, 241, 248, 248a, 251, 252, 254, 256, 263, 264, 268, 269, 270c, 275, 276,
277, 278, 279, 280, 281, 282, and 283 (MCL 388.1836, 388.1836b, 388.1836c,
388.1836j, 388.1836k, 388.1841, 388.1848, 388.1848a, 388.1851, 388.1852,
388.1854, 388.1856, 388.1863, 388.1864, 388.1868, 388.1869, 388.1870c,
388.1875, 388.1876, 388.1877, 388.1878, 388.1879, 388.1880, 388.1881, 388.1882,
and 388.1883), sections 236, 236j, and 251 as amended and sections 248 and
248a as added by 2022 PA 212, sections 236b, 236c, 241, 252, 256, 263, 264,
268, 269, 270c, 275, 276, 277, 278, 279, 280, 281, and 282 as amended and
section 236k as added by 2022 PA 144, section 254 as amended by 2017 PA 108,
and section 283 as amended by 2019 PA 62, and by adding sections 236l,
236m, 241a, 241b, 241c, 241d, 275k, and 284a; and to repeal acts and parts of
acts.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Steckloff, Morgan and Kuhn as conferees to join with Senators McCann, Irwin and Bumstead.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The state school aid act of 1979,” by amending sections 201, 202a, 206, 207a, 207b, 207c, 219, 229a, and 230 (MCL 388.1801, 388.1802a, 388.1806, 388.1807a, 388.1807b, 388.1807c, 388.1819, 388.1829a, and 388.1830), sections 201, 202a, 206, 207a, 207b, 207c, 229a, and 230 as amended by 2022 PA 144 and section 219 as amended by 2016 PA 249, and by adding sections 216c, 217a, and 217b; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
The House of Representatives has appointed Representatives Steckloff, Morgan and Kuhn as conferees to join with Senators McCann, Irwin and Bumstead.
The bill was referred to the Conference Committee.
By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of
Introduction and Referral of Bills
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by adding section 109.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Senators Chang, McBroom, Irwin, Shink, Santana, Wojno, Bayer, Victory, Bellino and Huizenga introduced
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” (MCL 760.1 to 777.69) by adding section 34a to chapter IX.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety.
Senators McBroom, Chang, Irwin, Shink, Santana, Bellino, Bayer, Victory and Huizenga introduced
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” (MCL 760.1 to 777.69) by adding section 34b to chapter IX.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety.
Senator Singh introduced
A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled “The insurance code of 1956,” by amending section 1204c (MCL 500.1204c), as amended by 2017 PA 67.
The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Finance, Insurance, and Consumer Protection.
Senator Singh introduced
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending section 7b (MCL 211.7b), as amended by 2013 PA 161.
The
bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on
Finance, Insurance, and Consumer Protection.
By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of
General Orders
The motion prevailed, and the President, Lieutenant Governor Gilchrist, designated Senator Cherry as Chairperson.
After some time spent therein, the Committee arose; and the President, Lieutenant Governor Gilchrist, having resumed the Chair, the Committee reported back to the Senate, favorably and without amendment, the following bills:
Senate Bill No. 103, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding sections 48714a and 48714b.
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding sections 43528c and 43528d.
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending section 40113a (MCL 324.40113a), as amended by 2016 PA 382.
The bills were placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
Senate Bill No. 169, entitled
A bill to amend 1947 PA 336, entitled “An act to prohibit strikes by certain public employees; to provide review from disciplinary action with respect thereto; to provide for the mediation of grievances and the holding of elections; to declare and protect the rights and privileges of public employees; to require certain provisions in collective bargaining agreements; to prescribe means of enforcement and penalties for the violation of the provisions of this act; and to make appropriations,” (MCL 423.201 to 423.217) by adding section 11a.
Substitute (S-2).
By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of
Messages from the House
A bill to make appropriations for the department of state police for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives Morgan, Wilson and Cavitt as conferees.
The message was referred to the Secretary for record.
A bill to make appropriations for the judiciary for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives Wilson, Weiss and Lightner as conferees.
The message was referred to the Secretary
for record.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of corrections for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives O’Neal, McKinney and Slagh as conferees.
The message was referred to the Secretary for record.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of insurance and financial services for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives Skaggs, Brixie and Schuette as conferees.
The message was referred to the Secretary for record.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of agriculture and rural development for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives Brixie, Martus and Borton as conferees.
The message was referred to the Secretary for record.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of natural resources for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives Brixie, Martus and Borton as conferees.
The message was referred to the Secretary for record.
A bill to make appropriations for the legislature, the executive, the department of the attorney general, the department of state, the department of treasury, the department of technology, management, and budget, the department of civil rights, and certain other state purposes for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024; to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations; to provide for the disposition of fees and other income received by the state agencies; and to declare the effect of this act.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives Brabec, Hood and Bollin as conferees.
The message was referred to the Secretary for record.
A bill to make appropriations for the department of health and human services for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
The House of Representatives has nonconcurred in the Senate substitute (S-1) and appointed Representatives Morse, Martus and Phil Green as conferees.
The message was referred to the Secretary for record.
Third Reading of Bills
Senator Singh moved that the Senate proceed to consideration of the following bill:
Senate Bill No. 22
The motion prevailed.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 22, entitled
A bill to amend 1945 PA 327, entitled “Aeronautics code of the state of Michigan,” by amending section 80f (MCL 259.80f), as added by 2001 PA 225.
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. 324 Yeas—34
Albert Cherry Lauwers Polehanki
Anthony Daley McBroom Runestad
Bayer Damoose McCann Santana
Bellino Geiss McDonald Rivet Shink
Brinks Hertel McMorrow Singh
Bumstead Huizenga Moss Victory
Camilleri Irwin Nesbitt Webber
Cavanagh Johnson Outman Wojno
Chang Klinefelt
Nays—4
Hauck Hoitenga Lindsey Theis
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: President
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 251, entitled
A bill to amend 1982 PA 432, entitled “Motor bus transportation act,” by amending section 15 (MCL 474.115), as amended by 2016 PA 349.
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. 325 Yeas—38
Albert Daley Lauwers Polehanki
Anthony Damoose Lindsey Runestad
Bayer Geiss McBroom Santana
Bellino Hauck McCann Shink
Brinks Hertel McDonald Rivet Singh
Bumstead Hoitenga McMorrow Theis
Camilleri Huizenga Moss Victory
Cavanagh Irwin Nesbitt Webber
Chang Johnson Outman Wojno
Cherry Klinefelt
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: President
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 235, entitled
A bill to designate February 1 of each year as “Blue Star Mother’s Day”.
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. 326 Yeas—38
Albert Daley Lauwers Polehanki
Anthony Damoose Lindsey Runestad
Bayer Geiss McBroom Santana
Bellino Hauck McCann Shink
Brinks Hertel McDonald Rivet Singh
Bumstead Hoitenga McMorrow Theis
Camilleri Huizenga Moss Victory
Cavanagh Irwin Nesbitt Webber
Chang Johnson Outman Wojno
Cherry Klinefelt
Nays—0
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: President
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 339, entitled
A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending section 764c (MCL 168.764c), as amended by 2018 PA 120.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
Senator McBroom offered the following amendment:
1. Amend page 3, line 27, after “only” by striking out “for election purposes” and inserting “by authorized individuals who have access to the qualified voter file or by individuals authorized by the secretary of state to maintain the electronic tracking system,”.
The amendment was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows:
Roll Call No. 327 Yeas—22
Anthony Cherry McBroom Polehanki
Bayer Geiss McCann Santana
Brinks Hertel McDonald Rivet Shink
Camilleri Huizenga McMorrow Singh
Cavanagh Irwin Moss Wojno
Chang Klinefelt
Nays—16
Albert Damoose Lauwers Runestad
Bellino Hauck Lindsey Theis
Bumstead Hoitenga Nesbitt Victory
Daley Johnson Outman Webber
Excused—0
Not Voting—0
In The Chair: President
The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.
Protests
Senators Johnson and Bellino, under their constitutional right of protest (Art. 4, Sec. 18), protested against the passage of Senate Bill No. 339.
Senator Johnson moved that the statement she made during the discussion of the bill be printed as her reasons for voting “no.”
The motion prevailed.
Senator Johnson’s statement, in which Senator Bellino concurred, is as follows:
I support the concept of this legislation; in fact, during my time as Michigan’s Secretary of State I created the system that allows voters to track the status of their absentee ballots online in the Michigan Voter Information Center. I also started a tracking system for Oakland County during my time as the Oakland County Clerk/Register of Deeds. I don’t have a problem with voters providing their e-mail addresses or telephone numbers in order to receive updates in real time if they would like to opt-in to this service.
However, I do feel that we need to protect the privacy of their personal information. I don’t think Michigan voters would want the personal information they share to receive updates about their absentee ballot to be shared or used for other purposes. I appreciate the work of the sponsor and the committee chair in adding some additional language to address this concern, but I don’t feel that the current version before this body goes near far enough. Without any definition of what an official purpose is and without restricting who can access or use this information, I feel it leaves the door open for uses or disclosures of this personal information that Michigan residents would not want, and that could extend well beyond the scope of what’s required in Proposal 2 of 2022.
For this reason I will be voting “no” on this bill today and I would urge my colleagues to do the same.
The motion prevailed.
Senator McBroom’s statement is as follows:
Mr. President, the bill before us seeks to implement Proposal 2’s language regarding ballot tracking and I thought we had good hearings on the issue and that colleagues of mine raised some important concerns regarding who had access to people’s private information, addresses, and e-mails, which are to be submitted to the clerks in order for them to be able to communicate back to people during the tracking process. There was concern about who would have that information, who would have access to that information, those concerns have continued after the committee vote and so I’ve been able to work with the chairman and other members to try and reach a way to guarantee that information is protected and utilized only by the appropriate people.
My amendment seeks to do that by referencing those who are authorized by the clerk or the Secretary of State to utilize the qualified voter file which would be our election workers at our clerks’ offices, at the bureau, and also people who are developing the software who need access in order to work on the programming but don’t have any interaction with voters. This has been a difficult amendment to try and put together. I appreciate the work and would appreciate members’ support.
Senator Moss’ statement is as follows:
I appreciate the comments of the vice chair of the committee and have a great deal of respect for her history in this space and the things she did for our county and as Secretary of State. I will note that we were very accommodating to her concerns that were incredibly valid that were brought up in committee, and in committee we adopted an amendment she supported to ensure that a voter’s personal information that is utilized to inform them of their ballot’s status is not subjected to FOIA and the amendment just offered and adopted in a bipartisan vote on the floor just now further protects the sanctity of that voter’s personal information by ensuring that only people who have access to the qualified voter file and would have reason to access this information keep it sacred. I believe her concerns were taken care of with the amendment both in committee and on the floor, and I think we have a very good product to ensure this app that is mandated by the adoption of Proposal 2 will help voters and instill the confidence in our voting system that when they request an absentee ballot application, they know where it is; when it comes to them, they know where it is when it’s received; and when they request a ballot and that ballot comes to them, they know where it is throughout the system.
This helps instill faith that when you request a ballot and you return it, it is received and it is counted and we’ve come up with a very good piece of legislation to achieve that. I’m looking forward to hearing the remarks of the bill sponsor on this very important piece of Proposal 2 that—as a reminder—was supported by 60 percent of voters in Michigan last fall and excited for the passage of this legislation to implement it.
Senator Runestad’s statement is as follows:
My objection to this bill is similar to what Senator Johnson expressed in her comments—that what we’re talking about is not just codifying the amendment adopted but some very, very specific language related to being able to track your absentee ballot. That includes e-mails, cell phones, very, very sensitive information, and also very valuable information to the political system.
We have a situation where from just talking with Senator Johnson the Secretary of State basically is going to be the person designating who is going to be official. I was trying to find out, is there a memorandum of understanding preventing those official individuals or entities from sharing that data? I don’t have any concern that that is being protected. You’re talking about getting people to say, Wow, I’m going to be able to track my absentee ballot, I’m going to give this sensitive personal information, my cell phone, my e-mail, with the understanding that that’s not going to be sold off to somebody and I absolutely have no assurance from the way this is written that that will not happen, so I will be a “no” vote.
Senator McMorrow’s statement is as follows:
I rise in support of Senate Bill No. 339 and ask that you join me in supporting this important piece of legislation that codifies into statute the will of the voters in 2022. I am incredibly grateful to my colleague and her work as Secretary of State for establishing our current ballot tracking system—the Michigan Voter Information Center, available at Michigan.gov/vote—where voters can already go in, type in their information, and track their ballot.
What voters by a 60-percent margin changed our State Constitution to require is an updated ballot tracking system that allows any resident to opt in voluntarily to receive updates via text or via e-mail on the status of your absentee ballot. This is something that people across the political spectrum support. I’m grateful to my colleagues as well for raising the issues of personal contact information being sensitive data, so we offered a substitute in committee as well as the amendment we just adopted here on the floor to ensure that contact information is exempt from FOIA, to ensure that it’s only used for election purposes, and in the language noted by my colleague here and the committee chair, was offered on a bipartisan basis to ensure this information is only used for official purposes. Here in Michigan, I think we can be very proud that election officials from both parties throughout our state’s history have recognized and honored the official sanctity of elections, used our data for official purposes, and will continue to do so, as well as all of the election officials across our state.
This is an incredible day and a step forward for voters in the next election and I encourage a “yes” vote.
By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of
Resolutions
A resolution to urge the United States Congress to allocate $425 million for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative in the Fiscal Year 2024 budget.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
Senator Johnson offered the following resolution:
Senate Resolution No. 57.
A resolution to designate May 2023 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.
Whereas, Michigan has 187,402 registered motorcycles and 536,512 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, 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 advocacy 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 motorcycle 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 enthusiasts to our state’s roadways. Throughout Michigan, motorcyclists have been on the cutting edge of supporting the wise and sensible use of this enjoyable mode of travel; and
Whereas, Indeed, the disproportionate number of motorcycle fatalities make 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 wear proper protective riding attire, maintain their motorcycles using safety and maintenance checks found in the owner’s manual, abide by the laws of the road, and implement operating techniques providing an additional standard of safety; and
Whereas, Car and truck drivers are informed of the fact that motorcyclists are resuming their travels on our public roadways and each is advised 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 designate May 2023 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness. We
encourage all of Michigan’s citizens to participate in the aims and goals of
this effort.
Senator Singh moved that the rule be suspended.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Senators Geiss and Santana were named co-sponsors of the resolution.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Johnson’s statement is as follows:
I rise to ask my colleagues to support this Senate resolution commemorating Motorcycle Safety Month in Michigan. Michigan has over 187,000 registered motorcycles, and more than 536,000 people who have an operator license with a motorcycle endorsement on it.
As a motorcycle rider myself, I understand why. There’s nothing quite like the feel of the open road ahead of you, and the wind on your face. It’s one of the most exhilarating ways to experience our Pure Michigan summers. But, as hundreds of thousands of motorcycle riders return to our roads this summer, safety should be at the top of everyone’s mind.
Unfortunately, motorcycle riding does come with risks that result in a disproportionate share of injuries and fatalities on our roadways. However, there are many steps motorcycle riders and other motorists can take to reduce those risks and increase safety. Wearing proper gear, performing recommended safety and maintenance checks, abiding by the laws of the road, and learning and implementing proper operating techniques can all help motorcycle riders prevent accidents and injuries. At the same time, other motorists should always be alert for motorcycles, especially as we enter this very warm summer travel season. And, remember, “Look Twice. Save a Life.”
We have a number of members from ABATE of Michigan with us here in Lansing today for their Capitol Day, and I’ve appreciated all their support as Secretary of State. Mr. President, would you have them rise? ABATE stands for “American Bikers Aiming Toward Education” and they’re a nonprofit in our state that works to preserve the rights of motorcyclists and promotes safe operating practices for all Michigan motorcyclists.
I would appreciate my colleagues’ support on this important resolution, and again urge everyone on our roadways this summer to “Look Twice. Save a Life.”
By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of
Statements
The motion prevailed.
Senator Runestad’s statement is as follows:
As we are all very well aware, Michigan is the least-transparent state in the nation. Transparency and sunshine are the antiseptic to corruption. Since we are the least‑transparent state, I think it’s safe to say we are likely the most-corrupt state in the nation, as Craig Mauger’s article I read this morning about the cannabis scandal and lack of FOIA opportunities demonstrates. The long-suffering people here in this state have been clamoring for years, demanding to open the dark recesses of our state for public viewing.
However, session after session, swinging from Republican to Democrat and back again, nothing ever seems to change. The most recent example is the highly‑extravagant trip taken by our Attorney General with her wife and another couple—a big campaign donor who owns a vast law firm operation in Michigan. Our Attorney General has been loudly opining, lamenting, and bemoaning her perceived low pay she receives as Attorney General. Yet, at the same time apparently has this vast disposable income that would require somewhere in the range of about $25,000 for a four day tropical getaway with her wife and law firm pals. A wildly unaffordable extravagance for most citizens in the state of Michigan. The Attorney General said she paid her own way for this trip but has produced no evidence.
The bigger concern—as I see it—for the general public is what potential state business was discussed before, during and after the trip regarding the call for the investigation into the Nassar compensation plan by the Neumann Law Firm relating to our tax-funded Michigan State University that Dana Nessel was copied on? Was there discussion on the vacation regarding the formal request for all Nassar records from MSU by the Attorney General after she returned from the trip? The problem is we simply don’t know. We do know that Attorney General Nessel did take the lavish island vacation at Turks and Caicos with her prominent campaign donor who owns a law firm in the state of Michigan. Everything else is shrouded in secrecy from the voters who would like to assess for themselves whether the connections and expenditures were appropriate.
The Attorney General’s trip to the tropical island is only one of the many examples of influential and powerful lavishing of state elected officials with goodies, potentially in exchange for anything and everything the power brokers may need. For instance, we have two organizations—FairVote and the Institute for Research on Presidential Elections—paying all-expense seminars to exotic, warm-weather locations including Scottsdale, Arizona; South Florida; Puerto Rico; Las Vegas; St. Croix in the Virgin Islands, and other fabulous donations. These trips are sponsored by National Popular Vote, which is pushing legislation being voted on in committee this very week, but uses these arms-length organizations to pay the freight so that no records are disclosed.
Without a doubt, Michigan simply must implement some ethical guidelines. We need some transparency—some set of rules to renew Michiganders trust in their government. So today, I have introduced a bill that requires individuals and organizations—exempting close family members—to disclose reporting of meals, gifts, perks over $50, and all trips and vacations paid over $500 by a person or entity who may desire to influence an receiving official. The legislation will help put an end to the political shenanigans we have seen doled out by the rich and powerful interest peddlers. I am sure the voters of the state of Michigan would be shocked to know this is not already law.
Our constituents—the people of the state of Michigan—must be able to discern the true potential scope that may present a conflict of interest by our elected officials. Our current disclosure rules are simply inconsistent with the ethical standards that Michigan’s public service should follow to restore trust to the Michigan voter. So colleagues, I ask you to join me in supporting my legislation.
Senator McBroom’s statement is as follows:
Mr. President, to you and to my colleagues, today is a very special day at the Capitol for a few folks like myself and Senator Daley because we are celebrating milk. We are celebrating dairy farmers and their contribution. Dairy farmers are the ultimate foundation and bedrock of economics because we are the ultimate price takers. We don’t even know what they are giving us for our milk until about a month after it’s already gone. We have the most perishable product of all different agricultural products, meaning we have no ability to store it and to try and leverage marketplaces. Yet dairy—for thousands of years—has been a staple in human diets; a valuable source of nutrients, protein, vitamins, calcium, and also a delicious part of many of our meals. Today, out on the Capitol lawn, there will be many different dairy products that I encourage members—and yourself, Mr. President—to stop by and sample, and meet some of the dairy farmers who will be here.
Michigan is in the top 10 for dairy production in our nation, and yet dairy farms across Michigan have continued to diminish and falter in recent years—where we used to have more than 10,000 farms, we now number 1,000 or less. In the Upper Peninsula, less than 60 of us remain. Meanwhile, dairy farms—despite what you might believe about their size and scope—are over 95 percent owned by families, usually individual families or multi-generation families such as mine, and the average dairy farm size in Michigan is still under 120 cows.
Dairy farmers take particular pride, not just in their ability to raise animals and food and provide healthy nutrition for the public, but in raising their families in a way that instills a hard work ethic and a responsible perspective on respecting life and land. So I encourage members to celebrate dairy with me today and visit the displays out on the lawn.
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Committee Reports
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Committee on Housing and Human Services submitted the following:
Meeting held on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at 12:00 noon, Room 403, 4th Floor, Capitol Building
Present: Senators Irwin (C), Santana, Cavanagh, Bayer, Shink, Chang, Cherry, Geiss, Lindsey, Hoitenga and Damoose
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Committee on Education submitted the following:
Meeting held on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at 1:30 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building
Present: Senators Polehanki (C), Geiss, Chang, Camilleri, McDonald Rivet, Damoose and Johnson
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Committee on Local Government submitted the following:
Meeting held on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at 1:30 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building
Present: Senators Klinefelt (C), Wojno, Moss, Bayer, Shink, Hoitenga and Daley
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The Committee on Natural Resources and Agriculture submitted the following:
Meeting held on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building
Present: Senators Shink (C), Cherry, Singh, Polehanki, Daley, Victory and Hoitenga
Civil Rights, Judiciary and Public Safety – Thursday, June 8, 12:00 noon, Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5312
Economic and Community Development – Thursday, June 8, 12:00 noon, Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-1721
Elections and Ethics – Thursday, June 8, 8:30 a.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-1721
Local Government – Tuesday, June 13, 1:30 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5312
Senator Singh moved that the Senate adjourn.
The motion prevailed, the time being 10:51 a.m.
The President, Lieutenant Governor Gilchrist, declared the Senate adjourned until Thursday, June 8, 2023, at 10:00 a.m.
DANIEL OBERLIN
Secretary of the Senate