No. 56

STATE OF MICHIGAN

Journal of the Senate

103rd Legislature

REGULAR SESSION OF 2025

Senate Chamber, Lansing, Tuesday, June 17, 2025.

10:00 a.m.

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

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—excused

Bellino—present Huizenga—present Polehanki—present

Brinks—present Irwin—present Runestad—excused

Bumstead—excused Johnson—present Santana—present

Camilleri—present Klinefelt—present Shink—excused

Cavanagh—present Lauwers—excused Singh—present

Chang—present Lindsey—excused Theis—excused

Cherry—present McBroom—excused Victory—excused

Daley—excused McCann—excused Webber—present

Damoose—excused McMorrow—present Wojno—excused

Geiss—present

Senator Mark E. Huizenga of the 30th District offered the following invocation:

Heavenly Father, today as we congregate in this chamber, we know the troubles our world faces. We hear the news from the wars stretching across the Middle East, and we can only offer prayers. We have heard this weekend of the sadness of our friends in Minnesota who have lost a colleague. Lord, we do not know why this bad happens, but we take solace from the words of Isaiah 41:10, which states, “I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.”

Lord, guide us as we do Your work. In Your name we pray. Amen.

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

Motions and Communications

Senator Bellino moved that Senators Bumstead, Daley, Damoose, Lauwers, McBroom, Outman, Runestad, Theis, Victory and Lindsey be excused from today’s session.

The motion prevailed.

The following communications were received:

Department of State

Administrative Rules

Notices of Filing

May 7, 2025

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 #2024-007-LR (Secretary of State Filing #25‑05-05) on this date at 10:17 a.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Uniform System of Accounts for Major and Nonmajor Electric Utilities.”

These rules become effective on January 1, 2025. (By authority conferred on the Michigan public service commission by section 5 of 1919 PA 419, MCL 460.55)

May 7, 2025

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 #2024-011-LP (Secretary of State Filing #25‑05-06) on this date at 11:50 a.m. for the Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential entitled, “Licensing Rules for Child Care Center.”

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 7, 2025

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 #2021-073-LR (Secretary of State Filing #25‑05-07) on this date at 1:16 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Speech-Language Pathology - General Rules.”

May 7, 2025

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 #2022-062-LR (Secretary of State Filing #25‑05-08) on this date at 2:23 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Pharmacy – Program for Utilization of Unused Prescription Drugs.”

May 7, 2025

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 #2022-067-LR (Secretary of State Filing #25‑05-09) on this date at 3:01 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Nursing Home Administrators - General Rules.”

May 7, 2025

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 #2023-032-LR (Secretary of State Filing #25‑05-10) on this date at 3:31 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Real Estate Appraisers – General Rules.”

May 7, 2025

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 #2023-035-LR (Secretary of State Filing #25‑05-11) on this date at 3:56 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Chiropractic – General Rules.”

May 8, 2025

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 #2023-036-LR (Secretary of State Filing #25‑05-12) on this date at 11:17 a.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery – General Rules.”

May 8, 2025

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 #2023-047-LR (Secretary of State Filing #25‑05-13) on this date at 11:35 a.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Architects – General Rules.”

May 8, 2025

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 #2023-048-LR (Secretary of State Filing #25‑05-14) on this date at 12:07 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Professional Engineers – General Rules.”

May 8, 2025

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 #2023-049-LR (Secretary of State Filing #25‑05-15) on this date at 12:39 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Professional Surveyors – General Rules.”

May 9, 2025

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 #2023-058-LR (Secretary of State Filing #25‑05-17) on this date at 11:45 a.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Podiatric Medicine and Surgery - General Rules.”

May 9, 2025

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 #2023-058-LR (Secretary of State Filing #25‑05-18) on this date at 12:20 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Optometry - General Rules.”

May 12, 2025

In accordance with the provisions of Section 46(1) of Act 306, Public Acts of 1969, as amended, and Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2024-018-ST (Secretary of State Filing #25-05-19) on this date at 1:29 p.m. for the Department of State, entitled “Conduct of Election Recounts.”

May 12, 2025

In accordance with the provisions of Section 46(1) of Act 306, Public Acts of 1969, as amended, and Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2024-019-ST (Secretary of State Filing #25-05-20) on this date at 2:19 p.m. for the Department of State, entitled “Electronic Voting Systems.”

May 12, 2025

In accordance with the provisions of Section 46(1) of Act 306, Public Acts of 1969, as amended, and Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2024-035-ST (Secretary of State Filing #25-05-21) on this date at 2:39 p.m. for the Department of State, entitled “Board of State Canvassers Procedures.”

May 12, 2025

In accordance with the provisions of Section 46(1) of Act 306, Public Acts of 1969, as amended, and Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2023-055-ST (Secretary of State Filing #25-05-22) on this date at 3:07 p.m. for the Department of State, entitled “Visual Standards For Motor Vehicle Driver’s Licenses.”

May 15, 2025

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 #2022-013-HS (Secretary of State Filing #25‑05-23) on this date at 1:08 p.m. for the Department of Health and Human Services entitled, “Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Reporting.”

Sincerely,

Jocelyn Benson

Secretary of State

Lashana Threlkeld, Departmental Supervisor

Office of the Great Seal

The communications were referred to the Secretary for record.

Senator Singh moved that Senator Geiss be temporarily excused from today’s session.

The motion prevailed.

Senator Singh moved that Senators McCann, Shink and Wojno be excused from today’s session.

The motion prevailed.

Recess

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

The motion prevailed, the time being 10:03 a.m.

12:38 p.m.

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

During the recess, Senator Geiss entered the Senate Chamber.

By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of

Introduction and Referral of Bills

Senator Bellino introduced

Senate Bill No. 425, entitled

A bill to amend 1966 PA 331, entitled “Community college act of 1966,” by amending sections 161 and 163 (MCL 389.161 and 389.163), section 161 as amended by 2023 PA 186 and section 163 as amended by 2015 PA 130.

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

Senator Bellino introduced

Senate Bill No. 426, entitled

A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” by amending sections 703, 705, and 711 (MCL 206.703, 206.705, and 206.711), section 703 as amended by 2016 PA 158, section 705 as amended by 2011 PA 192, and section 711 as amended by 2018 PA 118.

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

Senators Lauwers, Runestad, Irwin, Johnson and McBroom introduced

Senate Bill No. 427, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled “Open meetings act,” by amending section 11 (MCL 15.271).

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

Senator Santana introduced

Senate Bill No. 428, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending sections 7303a, 17001, 17011, 17501, and 17511 (MCL 333.7303a, 333.17001, 333.17011, 333.17501, and 333.17511), section 7303a as amended by 2019 PA 43, section 17001 as amended by 2018 PA 624, sections 17011 and 17511 as amended by 2006 PA 398, and section 17501 as amended by 2018 PA 524, and by adding sections 16325a, 17034, 17034a, 17034b, 17534, 17534a, and 17534b.

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

Senator Damoose introduced

Senate Bill No. 429, entitled

A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending sections 810a, 8151, and 8176 (MCL 600.810a, 600.8151, and 600.8176), section 810a as amended by 2011 PA 300, section 8151 as amended by 2012 PA 33, and section 8176 as amended by 2022 PA 7, and by adding section 8165.

The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety.

Senators Chang and Anthony introduced

Senate Bill No. 430, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending section 7401 (MCL 333.7401), as amended by 2016 PA 548.

The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety.

Senators Anthony and Chang introduced

Senate Bill No. 431, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 13m of chapter XVII (MCL 777.13m), as amended by 2016 PA 549.

The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety.

Senators Victory, Anthony and Chang introduced

Senate Bill No. 432, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 1 of chapter XI (MCL 771.1), as amended by 2019 PA 165.

The bill was read a first and second time by title and referred to the Committee on Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety.

House Bill No. 4192, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending section 3122 (MCL 324.3122), as amended by 2023 PA 140.

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

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

House Bill No. 4257, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 11502 and 11503 (MCL 324.11502 and 324.11503), as amended by 2022 PA 243.

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

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

House Bill No. 4265, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 11506 and 11568 (MCL 324.11506 and 324.11568), section 11506 as amended by 2022 PA 244 and section 11568 as added by 2022 PA 249.

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

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

House Bill No. 4356, entitled

A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled “Michigan election law,” by amending section 509bb (MCL 168.509bb), as added by 1994 PA 441.

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

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

House Bill No. 4394, entitled

A bill to amend 1979 PA 152, entitled “State license fee act,” by amending sections 17 and 25 (MCL 338.2217 and 338.2225), as amended by 2023 PA 131.

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

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

House Bill No. 4395, entitled

A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled “Occupational code,” by amending sections 1117 and 1217 (MCL 339.1117 and 339.1217), section 1117 as amended by 2003 PA 207 and section 1217 as amended by 2020 PA 20.

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

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

House Bill No. 4579, entitled

A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The state school aid act of 1979,” by amending sections 201 and 206 (MCL 388.1801 and 388.1806), as amended by 2024 PA 120.

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

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

House Bill No. 4580, entitled

A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The state school aid act of 1979,” by amending sections 236 and 241 (MCL 388.1836 and 388.1841), as amended by 2024 PA 120.

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

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

By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of

General Orders

Senator Singh 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 Moss, designated Senator Chang as Chairperson.

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

Senate Bill No. 20, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 454, entitled “Truth in renting act,” by amending section 6 (MCL 554.636).

Senate Bill No. 21, entitled

A bill to amend 1978 PA 454, entitled “Truth in renting act,” by amending sections 3 and 4 (MCL 554.633 and 554.634), section 3 as amended by 1998 PA 72.

Senate Bill No. 22, entitled

A bill to amend 1972 PA 348, entitled “An act to regulate relationships between landlords and tenants relative to rental agreements for rental units; to regulate the payment, repayment, use and investment of security deposits; to provide for commencement and termination inventories of rental units; to provide for termination arrangements relative to rental units; to provide for legal remedies; and to provide penalties,” by amending section 9 (MCL 554.609).

Senate Bill No. 269, entitled

A bill to amend 1945 PA 327, entitled “Aeronautics code of the state of Michigan,” by amending section 135 (MCL 259.135), as amended by 1982 PA 466.

Senate Bill No. 223, entitled

A bill to amend 1969 PA 224, entitled “An act to license and regulate dealers that deliver, transport, board, buy, or sell dogs or cats for laboratory research purposes; to regulate research facilities that use dogs or cats for laboratory research; to require research facilities to offer laboratory animals no longer needed for laboratory research to certain animal protection shelters for adoption before euthanizing; to require research facilities to submit annual reports; to provide immunity from civil liability under certain conditions; to create certain funds; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending section 11a (MCL 287.391a), as added by 2023 PA 314.

The bills were 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. 154, entitled

A bill to prohibit certain conduct at or near a health facility and prescribe penalties; to provide remedies; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities.

Substitute (S-2).

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

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

Senate Bill No. 155, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 13n of chapter XVII (MCL 777.13n), as amended by 2023 PA 63.

Substitute (S-2).

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

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

Senate Bill No. 19, entitled

A bill to amend 1846 RS 66, entitled “Of estates in dower, by the curtesy, and general provisions concerning real estate,” by amending section 39 (MCL 554.139).

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. 158, entitled

A bill to regulate the online sale of tickets for entertainment events; and to prohibit certain methods, acts, and practices in the sale or purchase of tickets for entertainment events.

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. 159, entitled

A bill to provide for certain investigations for violating the event online ticket sales act; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and departments; and to prescribe civil sanctions and provide certain remedies.

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.

Recess

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

The motion prevailed, the time being 12:51 p.m.

1:30 p.m.

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

By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of

Motions and Communications

Senator Singh moved that the Committee on Government Operations be discharged from further consideration of the following bill:

Senate Bill No. 424, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 295, entitled “Sex offenders registration act,” by amending sections 4, 5, and 8c (MCL 28.724, 28.725, and 28.728c), sections 4 and 5 as amended by 2020 PA 295 and section 8c as amended by 2011 PA 18.

The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, and the bill was placed on the order of General Orders.

Senator Singh 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. 73

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

Senator Singh moved that the rules be suspended and that the following bill, now on the order of General Orders, be placed on the General Orders calendar for consideration today:

Senate Bill No. 424

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

By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of

General Orders

Senator Singh 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 Moss, designated Senator Chang as Chairperson.

Senate Bill No. 69, entitled

A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by adding section 6d.

Senate Bill No. 70, entitled

A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by adding section 115.

Senate Bill No. 274, entitled

A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by adding section 111.

House Bill No. 4003, entitled

A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by adding section 1073b.

House Bill No. 4046, entitled

A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by adding section 11d.

The bills were 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. 235, entitled

A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” (MCL 206.1 to 206.847) by adding section 678.

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. 236, entitled

A bill to create a sustainable aviation fuel incentive program; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to provide for the certification of certain tax credits and incentives; and to prescribe penalties.

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. 73, entitled

A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled “Michigan liquor control code of 1998,” by amending section 513 (MCL 436.1513), as amended by 2024 PA 115.

Substitute (S-2).

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

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

Senate Bill No. 424, entitled

The following are the amendments recommended by the Committee of the Whole:

1. Amend page 12, line 26, after “under” by striking out “consistent with”.

2. Amend page 13, line 2 after “under” by striking out “consistent with”.

3. Amend page 16, line 24, after “adjudication” by inserting “or conviction”.

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

By unanimous consent the Senate returned to the order of

Motions and Communications

Senator Singh 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. 424

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

Third Reading of Bills

Senator Singh moved that the Senate proceed to consideration of the following bill:

Senate Bill No. 424

The motion prevailed.

The following bill was read a third time:

Senate Bill No. 424, entitled

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. 166 Yeas—20

Albert Cherry Huizenga Nesbitt

Anthony Geiss Johnson Polehanki

Bellino Hauck Klinefelt Santana

Brinks Hertel McMorrow Singh

Camilleri Hoitenga Moss Webber

Nays—4

Bayer Cavanagh Chang Irwin

Excused—13

Bumstead Lindsey Outman Theis

Daley McBroom Runestad Victory

Damoose McCann Shink Wojno

Lauwers

Not Voting—0

In The Chair: Moss

The Senate agreed to the title of the bill.

By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of

Resolutions

Senator Singh moved that rule 3.204 be suspended to permit immediate consideration of the following resolution:

Senate Resolution No. 60

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

Senators Cavanagh and Camilleri offered the following resolution:

Senate Resolution No. 60.

A resolution to recognize June 23-29, 2025, as Grassroots Week.

Whereas, Grassroots Week is a week to appreciate, highlight, and honor precinct delegates and grassroots leaders throughout the state of Michigan; and

Whereas, A healthy democracy requires participation from every person; and

Whereas, The term “grassroots” refers to movements which mobilize masses to participate in politics; and

Whereas, Grassroots movements are often organized by everyday people rather than elected leaders; and

Whereas, Precinct delegates represent the smallest level of organization in our districting system; and

Whereas, These delegates must be residents of their precinct and act as the link between their community and their elected party; and

Whereas, Precinct delegates are often the principal organizers of grassroots work in their neighborhoods, calling upon their network of connections to move forward a worthy cause; and

Whereas, Delegates commit themselves to many important duties, including registering their neighbors to vote and electing candidates in party conventions, supporting the preferences of their precinct; and

Whereas, Precinct delegates and grassroots organizers deserve recognition for their sacrifice of time, energy, and passion, all of which are essential for building participation in our democracy; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate, That the members of this legislative body recognize June 23-29, 2025, as Grassroots Week. We salute the service of precinct delegates and grassroots leaders across the state; and be it further

Resolved, That we encourage every Michigan resident to express their gratitude for precinct delegates’ active engagement in our democratic process.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted.

Senators Bayer, Chang and McMorrow were named co-sponsors of the resolution.

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

The motion prevailed.

Senator Cavanagh’s statement is as follows:

Today, I rise in support of my resolution—Senate Resolution No. 60—declaring June 23-29, 2025, as Grassroots Week here in the state of Michigan. The term “grassroots” refers to movements that mobilize masses to participate in politics and our democracy. A grassroots movement is in action when everyday people are the leaders of change.

We recognize June 23rd as the start of Grassroots Week in honor of the day that civil rights leaders joined Detroit city officials and community leaders, including Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and then-mayor of Detroit Jerome Cavanagh—my grandfather—as they led the Detroit Walk to Freedom to protest widespread racial injustices. This was one of the biggest, largest, civil rights demonstrations in Michigan’s history, drawing 125,000 participants.

This resolution highlights the never-ending work of our precinct delegates, who are grassroots leaders who rarely receive appreciation for the essential work they do year-round to build civic engagement in our communities. Especially in times like these, when human dignity is at the forefront of our national conversation, we are reminded that movements grounded in peace, compassion, and empathy are the power that holds us together. Thank you, and I ask my colleagues to support my resolution.

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

The motion prevailed.

Senator Santana’s statement is as follows:

I don’t want to cry, so I’m not going to cry—no crying in baseball.

This is a very somber but exciting moment for me as well as our team, the Santana team. We are losing someone who is an anchor, and also a north star in our office. Nick Cook has been with me for over eight years, which sometimes is unheard of in this building. I am very honored that Lisa Keith had the wherewithal to tell Nick back when we were in the House that I had a position open—actually, I fired my whole staff that day. It was one of those moments when you realize that sometimes who you bring on for the campaign may not necessarily work, as far as actually the governance of the positions which we hold so dearly in this chamber and what we do here in this building every day for the people of Michigan. I just want to say that Nick is somebody who is special, and I thank God every day that he came to work for me as well as for the people of the district.

Everything that happened before Nick—we never talked about because, quite frankly, it didn’t matter once he got in the office. He is a hard charger and somebody who I could always lean on, get counsel from, and support. You all in this chamber probably have your own experiences with Nick as well, as far as just being someone who is a great listener, someone who definitely just added value to this institution each and every day. I am grateful—grateful, grateful, grateful—for being a stubborn Senator, and oftentimes hearing it over and over again, even if it took years for me to do what he was actually advising me to do. I’m grateful for his leadership. I’m grateful for the fact that his family has lent him to us for eight-plus years. I have seen his family grow. I’ve seen Nick evolve as an individual and as a father. I’m grateful to Cassie, his wife; his children—Ben, Addie, Sophie, Delilah, and Bella; and I’m grateful to the Cook family just in general, because it takes true leadership in order to be able to serve the public. I do feel that, although I’m the one elected to office, it does take a true team of individuals with excellent skills to help support the efforts of running government.

Nick has a great story. He has served our country as an Army major and two-time Iraq War veteran. He is a graduate of West Point, and just somebody who really has just been excellent in every way. I am very sad today to be up here giving this speech. I will just say that, but I do think it’s important to honor people for the work they have provided, not only to us as Senators but also to the public as well. I don’t want to get somber. I know my husband is also grateful for your leadership and dedication to me as a Senator because I know we’ve had some ups and downs, but we’ve always gotten through them. Anybody who will roll with the Santanas is a great person, because let me tell you, I will remember that Senate campaign. We were going through it—the first one—and Nick was there through and through up until 3 a.m. when he called and said, You won. I’m just grateful, grateful, grateful, and I am truly going to miss him. It’s going to be hard to replace him in our office, because when you have excellent people, it’s just difficult to replace someone like Nick Cook.

Thank you for your service to this institution, but more importantly, thank you for your service to the 2nd District. I am truly honored to have had you around for eight-plus years. Thank you.

By unanimous consent the Senate proceeded to the order of

Statements

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

The motion prevailed.

Senator Anthony’s statement is as follows:

Every year, the Michigan House and Senate are tasked with crafting a fiscally responsible budget that keeps our state running—and we’re given a deadline of July 1. We’ve stuck to that schedule here in the Senate. We passed our budgets over a month ago, right on time. While meeting a deadline may sound trivial, it’s more important than ever. As chaos and uncertainty come from our so-called leaders in Washington, D.C., many of whom decide to vote to slash Medicaid funding and other critical programs for Michigan residents who want predictability. Our people want assurances in this moment. But unfortunately, the House Republicans have chosen a different path—one marked by delay, disarray, and disregard for the urgency of the moment.

Instead of passing a comprehensive plan, we received a handful of educator-related budgets weeks before the July 1 deadline. So we haven’t received any indication about where they stand on road funding, human services, environmental protections, and other critical programs on behalf of Michigan citizens. Because they’re not passing their entire budget, we are left trying to figure out and evaluate where they actually stand and what it means for Michigan’s balance sheet. Nonetheless, let’s take a moment to break down what we can evaluate—what the House Republican budgets meant for Michigan students. It’s not great.

At first glance, you’ll see a $12,000 per-pupil funding. That sounds great, but how did they come up with such a big number? Well, I’ll tell you: In order to do that, they had to slash dedicated funding for literacy supports, for career and technical education for rural and isolated schools, and for early childhood programs such as Head Start, while they also eliminated school meals for kids, meaning more students will go to school hungry. They gut funding for school-based health centers that provide vision, hearing, and dental screenings for our kids, not to mention cutting all the programs critical for attracting and retaining educators. To top it all off, House leaders are using over $1 billion in one-time dollars to prop up a plan and fund ongoing K-12 expenses—a gimmick that leaves our schools vulnerable for years to come. Just think about that—using one‑time dollars to fund ongoing expenses.

At the end of the day, this budget is designed for the headlines, not to solve the problems facing our schools, our teachers, and our families. The Senate has done its job. The Governor has done her job. We each have put forward a comprehensive budget that actually invests in our people.

In our budget, we’re not only able to extend a $10,000 per-pupil allowance, we’re also able to fund critical programs so that every child—regardless of their zip code—has access to safe schools, good educators, and the opportunities they need to thrive. Because we know our students deserve the supports that we have, we were able to do that within our means.

It’s time for the House to get serious and bring forward a comprehensive budget that doesn’t shortchange our students or play political games with their futures. The people of Michigan are counting on us. I’m here each and every day in Lansing, ready to negotiate. We’re asking the House to step up in the time that we have left.

Senator Nesbitt’s statement is as follows:

Mr. President, I’d like to speak to you today about three words: Taxation without representation. Eliminating this oppressive concept was at the core of our nation’s founding. July 4 is coming up pretty soon. Yet it is alive and well for the people of the 35th District. That is because, over 164 days ago, Governor Whitmer failed to give over a quarter-million people in the Great Lakes Bay Region—Midland, Bay, Saginaw—their voice back. This has sparked outrage among the people of the Great Lakes Bay area, and has even caused a split among Democratic leaders. Over the weekend, the Attorney General said she believes the people of the 35th District “deserve to be represented.” The Lieutenant Governor has said they know the people of the 35th District are ready to have their voice back in the Senate.

I’m delighted to say, Mr. President, that this week––this week––the Lieutenant Governor has the chance to do something about it. The Governor is currently out of the country again, making Lieutenant Governor Gilchrist the Acting Governor. If he truly believes the 270,000 Michiganders of the 35th District deserve to have a voice, then he should use his time as Acting Governor to call that special election. The time for excuses is over; the time for action is now. Mr. Lieutenant Governor, prove that your values are more than just talking points and call the special election in the Great Lakes Bay area.

Announcements of Printing and Enrollment

The Secretary announced that the following House bills were received in the Senate and filed on Friday, June 13:

House Bill Nos. 4192 4257 4265 4356 4394 4395 4579 4580

The Secretary announced that the following bills were printed and filed on Tuesday, June 10, and are available on the Michigan Legislature website:

House Bill Nos. 4582 4583 4584 4585 4586 4587 4588 4589 4590 4591 4592 4593 4594 4595 4596 4597 4598 4599 4600 4601 4602 4603 4604 4605 4606 4607 4608 4609 4610 4611 4612 4613 4614 4615 4616 4617 4618 4619 4620 4621 4622 4623 4624 4625 4626 4627 4628 4629 4630 4631 4632 4633 4634 4635 4636 4637 4638 4639 4640 4641

The Secretary announced that the following bills were printed and filed on Thursday, June 12, and are available on the Michigan Legislature website:

House Bill Nos. 4642 4643 4644 4645 4646 4647 4648 4649 4650 4651 4652 4653

The Secretary announced that the following bills were printed and filed on Friday, June 13, and are available on the Michigan Legislature website:

Senate Bill Nos. 414 415 416 417 418 419 420 421 422 423 424

Committee Reports

The Committee on Regulatory Affairs reported

Senate Bill No. 73, entitled

A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled “Michigan liquor control code of 1998,” by amending section 513 (MCL 436.1513), as amended by 2024 PA 115.

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

Jeremy Moss

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators Moss, Polehanki, McCann, Wojno, Santana, Hertel, Hauck, Webber, Lauwers and Bellino

Nays: None

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

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Committee on Regulatory Affairs submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 8:30 a.m., Room 403, 4th Floor, Capitol Building

Present: Senators Moss (C), Polehanki, McCann, Wojno, Santana, Hertel, Hauck, Webber, Lauwers and Bellino

Excused: Senator Singh

The Committee on Energy and Environment reported

Senate Bill No. 246, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending sections 11102, 11103, 11104, 11108, 11109, 11110, 11125, 11132, 11514b, 11525a, 62501, and 62509 (MCL 324.11102, 324.11103, 324.11104, 324.11108, 324.11109, 324.11110, 324.11125, 324.11132, 324.11514b, 324.11525a, 324.62501, and 324.62509), sections 11102 and 11125 as amended by 2010 PA 357, section 11104 as amended and section 11132 as added by 2018 PA 688, section 11108 as amended by 2013 PA 73, section 11109 as added by 2018 PA 689, section 11110 as amended by 1995 PA 61, section 11514b as amended by 2022 PA 245, section 11525a as amended by 2023 PA 140, section 62501 as amended by 1998 PA 467, and section 62509 as amended by 2004 PA 325, and by adding sections 11122, 62508b, and 62509d; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

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

Sean McCann

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators McCann, Singh, Bayer, Shink, Hertel, Camilleri, Chang and Polehanki

Nays: Senators Damoose, Hauck and Bellino

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

The Committee on Energy and Environment reported

Senate Bill No. 247, entitled

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending section 62506a (MCL 324.62506a), as added by 1996 PA 168.

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

Sean McCann

Chairperson

To Report Out:

Yeas: Senators McCann, Singh, Bayer, Shink, Hertel, Camilleri, Chang and Polehanki

Nays: Senators Damoose, Hauck and Bellino

The bill was referred to the Committee of the Whole.

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Committee on Energy and Environment submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 1:30 p.m., Room 403, 4th Floor, Capitol Building

Present: Senators McCann (C), Singh, Bayer, Shink, Hertel, Camilleri, Chang, Polehanki, Damoose, Hauck and Bellino

Excused: Senators Lauwers and Outman

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Committee on Labor submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 8:30 a.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Cherry (C), Cavanagh and Albert

Excused: Senator Camilleri

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Committee on Appropriations submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building

Present: Senators Anthony (C), McCann, Cherry, Bayer, Santana, Shink, Irwin, Hertel, Camilleri, Klinefelt, McMorrow, Cavanagh, Bumstead, Albert, Damoose, Huizenga, Outman and Theis

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Committee on Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety submitted the following:

Meeting held on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 12:00 noon, Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Chang (C), Shink, Wojno, Irwin and Santana

Excused: Senators Runestad and Johnson

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture and Natural Resources submitted the following:

Joint meeting held on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 12:30 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Cherry (C), Shink, Singh, Bumstead and Theis

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

The Committee on Natural Resources and Agriculture submitted the following:

Joint meeting held on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 12:30 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building

Present: Senators Shink (C), Cherry, Singh and Polehanki

Excused: Senators Daley, Victory and Hoitenga

Scheduled Meetings

Finance, Insurance, and Consumer Protection – Wednesday, June 18, 12:30 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373‑5314

Health Policy – Wednesday, June 18, 12:30 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373‑5323

Oversight – Wednesday, June 18, 2:00 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373‑5314

Senator Singh moved that the Senate adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 2:01 p.m.

The President pro tempore, Senator Moss, declared the Senate adjourned until Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.

DANIEL OBERLIN

Secretary of the Senate