No. 45
STATE OF MICHIGAN
JOURNAL
OF THE
House of Representatives
92nd Legislature
REGULAR SESSION OF 2004
House Chamber, Lansing, Thursday, May 20, 2004.
10:00 a.m.
The House was called to order by the Speaker Pro Tempore.
The roll was called by the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who announced that a quorum was present.
Accavitti--present Garfield--present Meisner--present Sheen--present
Acciavatti--present Gieleghem--present Meyer--present Sheltrown--present
Adamini--present Gillard--present Middaugh--excused Shulman--present
Amos--present Gleason--present Milosch--present Smith--present
Anderson--present Hager--present Minore--present Spade--present
Bieda--present Hardman--present Moolenaar--present Stahl--present
Bisbee--present Hart--present Mortimer--present Stakoe--present
Bradstreet--present Hood--present Murphy--present Stallworth--present
Brandenburg--present Hoogendyk--present Newell--present Steil--present
Brown--present Hopgood--present Nitz--present Stewart--present
Byrum--present Howell--present Nofs--present Tabor--present
Casperson--present Huizenga--present O'Neil--present Taub--present
Caswell--present Hummel--present Palmer--present Tobocman--present
Caul--present Hune--present Palsrok--present Vagnozzi--present
Cheeks--present Hunter--present Pappageorge--excused Van Regenmorter--present
Clack--present Jamnick--present Pastor--present Vander Veen--present
Condino--present Johnson, Rick--present Phillips--present Voorhees--present
Daniels--excused Johnson, Ruth--present Plakas--present Walker--present
Dennis--present Julian--present Pumford--present Ward--present
DeRoche--present Koetje--present Reeves--present Waters--present
DeRossett--present Kolb--present Richardville--present Wenke--present
Drolet--present Kooiman--present Rivet--present Whitmer--present
Ehardt--present LaJoy--present Robertson--present Williams--present
Elkins--present LaSata--present Rocca--present Wojno--present
Emmons--present Law--present Sak--present Woodward--present
Farhat--present Lipsey--present Shackleton--present Woronchak--present
Farrah--present McConico--present Shaffer--present Zelenko--present
Gaffney--present
e/d/s = entered during session
Rep. Scott Hummel, from the 93rd District, offered the following invocation:
"A quote from Ben Franklin, 'I have lived sir, a long time, and the longer I live, the more convincing proofs I see of this truth, that God governs in the affairs of men.' - The Heavens are telling the Glory of God; and the firmament displays his handiwork. Day to day the Heavens pour forth speech, and night to night declare knowledge. There is no speech, nor are there words, their voice is not heard; yet the voice of the heavens goes out through all the earth, and their words to the end of the world. The law of the Lord is perfect reviving the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple; the precepts of the Lord are right rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the Lord is radiant enlightening the eyes. Let the words of our mouths and the meditations of our hearts be acceptable in Your sight, O Lord, our rock and our redeemer. As we govern today, may we be reminded that You govern in our affairs. Amen."
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Rep. Waters moved that Rep. Daniels be excused from today's session.
The motion prevailed.
Rep. Palmer moved that Reps. Middaugh and Pappageorge be excused from today's session.
The motion prevailed.
Second Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 5494, entitled
A bill to create the Michigan law enforcement officers memorial monument fund; to establish a commission to govern the monument fund; to prescribe the purpose of the monument fund; to prescribe the powers and duties of the commission and certain state departments and officers; and to provide for dissolution of the commission and monument fund.
Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-1) previously recommended by the Committee on Judiciary,
The substitute (H-1) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Julian moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
Rep. Richardville moved that the bill be placed on its immediate passage.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
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Rep. Waters moved that Rep. Whitmer be excused temporarily from today's session.
The motion prevailed.
Rep. Nitz moved that Rep. Ehardt be excused temporarily from today's session.
The motion prevailed.
By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of
Third Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 5494, entitled
A bill to create the Michigan law enforcement officers memorial monument fund; to establish a commission to govern the monument fund; to prescribe the purpose of the monument fund; to prescribe the powers and duties of the commission and certain state departments and officers; and to provide for dissolution of the commission and monument fund.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 375 Yeas--104
Accavitti Garfield McConico Sheen
Acciavatti Gieleghem Meisner Sheltrown
Adamini Gillard Meyer Shulman
Amos Gleason Milosch Smith
Anderson Hager Minore Spade
Bieda Hardman Moolenaar Stahl
Bisbee Hart Mortimer Stakoe
Bradstreet Hood Murphy Stallworth
Brandenburg Hoogendyk Newell Steil
Brown Hopgood Nitz Stewart
Byrum Howell Nofs Tabor
Casperson Huizenga O'Neil Taub
Caswell Hummel Palmer Tobocman
Caul Hune Palsrok Vagnozzi
Cheeks Hunter Pastor Van Regenmorter
Clack Jamnick Phillips Vander Veen
Condino Johnson, Rick Plakas Voorhees
Dennis Johnson, Ruth Pumford Walker
DeRoche Julian Reeves Ward
DeRossett Koetje Richardville Waters
Drolet Kolb Rivet Wenke
Elkins Kooiman Robertson Williams
Emmons LaJoy Rocca Wojno
Farhat LaSata Sak Woodward
Farrah Law Shackleton Woronchak
Gaffney Lipsey Shaffer Zelenko
Nays--0
In The Chair: Julian
The question being on agreeing to the title of the bill,
Rep. Richardville moved to amend the title to read as follows:
A bill to create the Michigan law enforcement officers memorial monument fund; to establish a commission to govern the monument fund; to prescribe the purpose of the monument fund; to prescribe the powers and duties of the commission and certain state departments and officers; to provide for penalties; and to provide for dissolution of the commission and monument fund. The motion prevailed.
The House agreed to the title as amended.
Rep. Richardville moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
Reps. Hardman, Woronchak, Stewart, Rocca, Gieleghem, Drolet, Shulman, Phillips, Rick Johnson, Minore, Zelenko, Kolb, Jamnick, Spade, Lipsey, Bisbee, Murphy, Koetje, Hager, Hummel, Newell, Dennis, Howell, Williams, Rivet, Pumford, Ruth Johnson, Sheltrown, Shackleton, Adamini, Brown, Palmer, Hunter, Farrah, LaJoy, Hopgood, Law, Brandenburg, Bieda, Meisner, Wojno, Acciavatti, Clack, Condino, DeRoche, Taub, Accavitti, Amos, Hune, Gleason, Robertson, Milosch, Shaffer, Ward, Byrum, Emmons, Steil, Nitz, Stahl, Sheen, Elkins, Moolenaar, Palsrok, Walker, Gillard and Casperson were named co-sponsors of the bill.
Second Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 5446, entitled
A bill to amend 1945 PA 282, entitled "An act to provide for county planning; the creation, organization, powers and duties of county planning commissions," by amending section 2 (MCL 125.102).
Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-1)* previously recommended by the Committee on Local Government and Urban Policy,
The substitute (H-1)* was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Ward moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 2, line 12, after "or" by inserting "an administrative".
The motion prevailed and the amendment was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Ward moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
Rep. Richardville moved that the bill be placed on its immediate passage.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of
Third Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 5446, entitled
A bill to amend 1945 PA 282, entitled "An act to provide for county planning; the creation, organization, powers and duties of county planning commissions," by amending section 2 (MCL 125.102).
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 376 Yeas--82
Accavitti Gleason Minore Smith
Acciavatti Hager Moolenaar Spade
Amos Hardman Mortimer Stakoe
Anderson Hart Murphy Stallworth
Bieda Hood Newell Steil
Bisbee Hopgood Nitz Stewart
Brandenburg Howell Nofs Tabor
Brown Hune O'Neil Tobocman
Byrum Hunter Palsrok Vagnozzi
Casperson Jamnick Phillips Van Regenmorter
Caswell Johnson, Rick Plakas Walker
Cheeks Julian Pumford Ward
Clack Koetje Reeves Waters
Condino Kolb Richardville Wenke
Dennis Kooiman Robertson Whitmer
DeRossett LaJoy Rocca Williams
Emmons Law Sak Wojno
Farhat Lipsey Shackleton Woodward
Farrah McConico Shaffer Woronchak
Gaffney Meisner Shulman Zelenko
Gieleghem Meyer
Nays--24
Adamini Elkins Johnson, Ruth Sheen
Bradstreet Garfield LaSata Sheltrown
Caul Gillard Milosch Stahl
DeRoche Hoogendyk Palmer Taub
Drolet Huizenga Pastor Vander Veen
Ehardt Hummel Rivet Voorhees
In The Chair: Julian
The House agreed to the title of the bill.
Rep. Richardville moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of
Reports of Standing Committees
The Committee on Government Operations, by Rep. Koetje, Chair, reported
House Resolution No. 258.
A resolution to condemn remarks made by Betsy DeVos saying Michigan workers' wages are too high and calling for right-to-work laws.
(For text of resolution, see House Journal No. 42, p. 955.)
With the recommendation that the following substitute (H-2) be adopted and that the resolution then be adopted.
Substitute for House Resolution No. 258.
A resolution to urge Michigan's United States Senators and Representatives to call upon all presidential candidates and Congress to leave Corporate Average Fuel Economy standards unchanged.
Whereas, The Michigan economy remains strongly related to the vigor of the automobile industry. Pending proposals to raise the mileage requirements under the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFÉ) program represent a serious threat to manufacturing jobs throughout our entire state; and
Whereas, Governmental regulations should not replace the innovations of the marketplace, which ultimately will bring the best long-term response to fuel and safety issues. Domestic automakers have responded to public demand, and light trucks now make up a major portion of annual sales. Major increase in CAFÉ requirements would restrict or eliminate many of the most popular makes of vehicles and erode the long-term health of the state's principal industry. At the same time, vehicle safety would likely suffer significantly, as cars become lighter to meet new mileage requirements; and
Whereas, John Kerry has taken a leadership role in efforts to force more stringent CAFÉ requirements. He has taken a lead on legislation that would force dramatically higher mileage--to an average 36 miles per gallon from the current fleet average of 24 miles per gallon. Such an increase would seriously jeopardize the jobs of tens of thousands of Michigan residents and the economic future of our state; and
Whereas, The Governor of this state should stand up for our citizens and their jobs and work against any proposals to increase CAFÉ standards; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we urge, in the strongest possible terms, Michigan's United States Senators and Representatives to call upon Congress and all presidential candidates to leave Corporate Average Fuel Economy standards unchanged; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the Office of the Governor, the President of the United States Senate, the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, and the members of the Michigan congressional delegation.
The resolution and substitute were laid over one day under the rules.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Koetje, Drolet and Howell
Nays: Reps. Tobocman and Lipsey
The Committee on Government Operations, by Rep. Koetje, Chair, reported
House Concurrent Resolution No. 58.
A concurrent resolution to condemn remarks made by Betsy DeVos saying Michigan workers' wages are too high and calling for right-to-work laws.
(For text of concurrent resolution, see House Journal No. 42, p. 957.)
With the recommendation that the following substitute (H-2) be adopted and that the concurrent resolution then be adopted.
Substitute for House Concurrent Resolution No. 58.
A concurrent resolution to urge Michigan's United States Senators and Representatives to call upon all presidential candidates and Congress to leave Corporate Average Fuel Economy standards unchanged.
Whereas, The Michigan economy remains strongly related to the vigor of the automobile industry. Pending proposals to raise the mileage requirements under the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFÉ) program represent a serious threat to manufacturing jobs throughout our entire state; and
Whereas, Governmental regulations should not replace the innovations of the marketplace, which ultimately will bring the best long-term response to fuel and safety issues. Domestic automakers have responded to public demand, and light trucks now make up a major portion of annual sales. Major increase in CAFÉ requirements would restrict or eliminate many of the most popular makes of vehicles and erode the long-term health of the state's principal industry. At the same time, vehicle safety would likely suffer significantly, as cars become lighter to meet new mileage requirements; and
Whereas, John Kerry has taken a leadership role in efforts to force more stringent CAFÉ requirements. He has taken a lead on legislation that would force dramatically higher mileage--to an average 36 miles per gallon from the current fleet average of 24 miles per gallon. Such an increase would seriously jeopardize the jobs of tens of thousands of Michigan residents and the economic future of our state; and
Whereas, The Governor of this state should stand up for our citizens and their jobs and work against any proposals to increase CAFÉ standards; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring), That we urge, in the strongest possible terms, Michigan's United States Senators and Representatives to call upon Congress and all presidential candidates to leave Corporate Average Fuel Economy standards unchanged; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the Office of the Governor, the President of the United States Senate, the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, and the members of the Michigan congressional delegation.
The concurrent resolution and substitute were laid over one day under the rules.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Koetje, Drolet and Howell
Nays: Reps. Tobocman and Lipsey
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Koetje, Chair, of the Committee on Government Operations, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Thursday, May 20, 2004
Present: Reps. Koetje, Drolet, Howell, Tobocman and Lipsey
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Rep. Nitz moved that Rep. DeRoche be excused temporarily from today's session.
The motion prevailed.
Second Reading of Bills
Senate Bill No. 943, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending sections 1169 and 1507 (MCL 380.1169 and 380.1507), as amended by 1993 PA 335, and by adding section 1507b.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Hummel moved to substitute (H-2) the bill.
The motion prevailed and the substitute (H-2) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Spade moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 4, line 23, after "district." by striking out the balance of the line through "district." on line 27 and inserting "The board of a school district is encouraged to ensure that at least 1/2 of the members of the advisory board are parents who have a child attending a school operated by the school district.".
The question being on the adoption of the amendment offered by Rep. Spade,
Rep. Spade demanded the yeas and nays.
The demand was supported.
The question being on the adoption of the amendment offered by Rep. Spade,
The amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 377 Yeas--48
Accavitti Gillard McConico Sheltrown
Adamini Gleason Meisner Smith
Anderson Hardman Minore Spade
Bieda Hood Murphy Stallworth
Brown Hopgood O'Neil Tobocman
Byrum Hunter Phillips Vagnozzi
Cheeks Jamnick Plakas Waters
Clack Julian Pumford Whitmer
Condino Kolb Reeves Williams
Dennis LaSata Rivet Wojno
Elkins Law Sak Woodward
Gieleghem Lipsey Shackleton Zelenko
Nays--56
Acciavatti Garfield Milosch Shulman
Amos Hager Moolenaar Stahl
Bisbee Hart Mortimer Stakoe
Bradstreet Hoogendyk Newell Steil
Brandenburg Howell Nitz Stewart
Casperson Huizenga Nofs Tabor
Caswell Hummel Palmer Taub
Caul Hune Palsrok Van Regenmorter
DeRossett Johnson, Rick Pastor Vander Veen
Drolet Johnson, Ruth Richardville Voorhees
Ehardt Koetje Robertson Walker
Emmons Kooiman Rocca Ward
Farhat LaJoy Shaffer Wenke
Gaffney Meyer Sheen Woronchak
In The Chair: Julian
Rep. Hummel moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 3, line 26, after "class." by inserting "If a class is part of a course, then the requirements of this subsection may be met for the entire course by notifying the pupil's parent or guardian in advance of the course and the content of the course, giving the pupil's parent or guardian a prior opportunity to review the materials to be used in the course, and notifying the pupil's parent or guardian of his or her right to have the pupil excused from the course.".
The motion prevailed and the amendment was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Richardville moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
Rep. Richardville moved that the bill be placed on its immediate passage.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of
Third Reading of Bills
Senate Bill No. 943, entitled
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending sections 1169 and 1507 (MCL 380.1169 and 380.1507), as amended by 1993 PA 335, and by adding section 1507b.
The bill was read a third time.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
Rep. Drolet moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 4, line 26, after "by" by striking out "the" and inserting "a" .
The motion was seconded.
The question being on the adoption of the amendment offered by Rep. Drolet,
Rep. Gieleghem demanded the yeas and nays.
The demand was supported.
The question being on the adoption of the amendment offered by Rep. Drolet,
The amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 378 Yeas--8
Bradstreet Garfield Kooiman Van Regenmorter
Drolet Hoogendyk Pastor Voorhees
Nays--97
Accavitti Gillard Meyer Sheltrown
Acciavatti Gleason Milosch Shulman
Adamini Hager Minore Smith
Amos Hardman Moolenaar Spade
Anderson Hart Mortimer Stahl
Bieda Hood Murphy Stakoe
Bisbee Hopgood Newell Stallworth
Brandenburg Howell Nitz Steil
Brown Huizenga Nofs Stewart
Byrum Hummel O'Neil Tabor
Casperson Hune Palmer Taub
Caswell Hunter Palsrok Tobocman
Caul Jamnick Phillips Vagnozzi
Cheeks Johnson, Rick Plakas Vander Veen
Clack Johnson, Ruth Pumford Walker
Condino Julian Reeves Ward
Dennis Koetje Richardville Waters
DeRossett Kolb Rivet Wenke
Ehardt LaJoy Robertson Whitmer
Elkins LaSata Rocca Williams
Emmons Law Sak Wojno
Farhat Lipsey Shackleton Woodward
Farrah McConico Shaffer Woronchak
Gaffney Meisner Sheen Zelenko
Gieleghem
In The Chair: Julian
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was then passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 379 Yeas--99
Accavitti Garfield Meisner Shulman
Acciavatti Gieleghem Meyer Smith
Adamini Gillard Milosch Spade
Amos Gleason Moolenaar Stahl
Anderson Hager Mortimer Stakoe
Bieda Hardman Murphy Stallworth
Bisbee Hart Newell Steil
Bradstreet Hood Nitz Stewart
Brandenburg Hoogendyk O'Neil Tabor
Brown Howell Palmer Taub
Byrum Huizenga Palsrok Tobocman
Casperson Hummel Pastor Vagnozzi
Caswell Hune Phillips Van Regenmorter
Caul Hunter Plakas Vander Veen
Cheeks Jamnick Pumford Voorhees
Clack Johnson, Rick Reeves Walker
Dennis Johnson, Ruth Richardville Ward
DeRossett Julian Rivet Waters
Drolet Koetje Robertson Wenke
Ehardt Kooiman Rocca Whitmer
Elkins LaJoy Sak Williams
Emmons LaSata Shackleton Wojno
Farhat Law Shaffer Woodward
Farrah Lipsey Sheen Woronchak
Gaffney McConico Sheltrown
Nays--6
Condino Kolb Nofs Zelenko
Hopgood Minore
In The Chair: Julian
Pursuant to Joint Rule 20, the full title of the act shall be inserted to read as follows:
"An act to provide a system of public instruction and elementary and secondary schools; to revise, consolidate, and clarify the laws relating to elementary and secondary education; to provide for the organization, regulation, and maintenance of schools, school districts, public school academies, intermediate school districts, and other public school entities; to prescribe rights, powers, duties, and privileges of schools, school districts, public school academies, intermediate school districts, and other public school entities; to provide for the regulation of school teachers and certain other school employees; to provide for school elections and to prescribe powers and duties with respect thereto; to provide for the levy and collection of taxes; to provide for the borrowing of money and issuance of bonds and other evidences of indebtedness; to establish a fund and provide for expenditures from that fund; to provide for and prescribe the powers and duties of certain state departments, the state board of education, and certain other boards and officials; to provide for licensure of boarding schools; to prescribe penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,"
The House agreed to the full title.
Rep. Richardville moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
Second Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 5478, entitled
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled "The state school aid act of 1979," by amending section 166a (MCL 388.1766a), as amended by 2003 PA 158.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Palmer moved to substitute (H-4) the bill.
The motion prevailed and the substitute (H-4) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Palmer moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 2, line 9, after "class." by inserting "If a class is part of a course, then the requirements of this subsection may be met for the entire course by notifying the pupil's parent or guardian in advance of the course and the content of the course, giving the pupil's parent or guardian a prior opportunity to review the materials to be used in the course, and notifying the pupil's parent or guardian of his or her right to observe instruction in the course and to have the pupil excused from the course.".
2. Amend page 2, line 15, after "class" by inserting "or course, as applicable,".
3. Amend page 6, line 7, after ""class"" by striking out "means that term" and inserting "and "course" mean those terms".
The motion prevailed and the amendments were adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Stahl moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
Rep. Richardville moved that the bill be placed on its immediate passage.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of
Third Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 5478, entitled
A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled "The state school aid act of 1979," by amending section 166a (MCL 388.1766a), as amended by 2003 PA 158.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 380 Yeas--98
Accavitti Gillard Meyer Sheltrown
Acciavatti Gleason Milosch Shulman
Adamini Hager Moolenaar Spade
Amos Hardman Mortimer Stahl
Anderson Hart Murphy Stakoe
Bieda Hood Newell Stallworth
Bisbee Hoogendyk Nitz Steil
Bradstreet Hopgood Nofs Stewart
Brown Howell O'Neil Tabor
Byrum Huizenga Palmer Taub
Casperson Hummel Palsrok Tobocman
Caul Hune Pastor Vagnozzi
Cheeks Hunter Phillips Van Regenmorter
Clack Jamnick Plakas Vander Veen
Dennis Johnson, Rick Pumford Voorhees
DeRossett Johnson, Ruth Reeves Walker
Drolet Julian Richardville Ward
Ehardt Koetje Rivet Waters
Elkins Kooiman Robertson Wenke
Emmons LaJoy Rocca Whitmer
Farhat LaSata Sak Williams
Farrah Law Shackleton Wojno
Gaffney Lipsey Shaffer Woodward
Garfield McConico Sheen Woronchak
Gieleghem Meisner
Nays--7
Brandenburg Condino Minore Zelenko
Caswell Kolb Smith
In The Chair: Julian
The House agreed to the title of the bill.
Rep. Richardville moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
Second Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 5502, entitled
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act," by amending sections 2, 3, 3a, 4, 4a, 4d, 4f, 4o, 5, 6, 6a, 8, 9, 9a, 10, 11, and 14 (MCL 205.92, 205.93, 205.93a, 205.94, 205.94a, 205.94d, 205.94f, 205.94o, 205.95, 205.96, 205.96a, 205.98, 205.99, 205.99a, 205.100, 205.101, and 205.104), sections 2 and 4 as amended by 2002 PA 669, section 3 as amended by 2003 PA 27, section 3a as amended by 2002 PA 455, section 4d as amended by 2000 PA 328, section 4f as amended by 1998 PA 266, sections 4o, 8, and 9a as added by 1999 PA 117, section 5 as amended by 2002 PA 580, section 6 as amended by 2003 PA 24, section 6a as added by 2002 PA 511, section 10 as amended by 1998 PA 366, section 11 as added by 2000 PA 153, and section 14 as amended by 1986 PA 41, and by adding sections 2b, 3c, 12, 13, 14a, 14b, 17, 19, and 20; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-1) previously recommended by the Committee on Tax Policy,
The substitute (H-1) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Wenke moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
Rep. Richardville moved that the bill be placed on its immediate passage.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
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Rep. Waters moved that Rep. Stallworth be excused temporarily from today's session.
The motion prevailed.
By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of
Third Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 5502, entitled
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act," by amending sections 2, 3, 3a, 4, 4a, 4d, 4f, 4o, 5, 6, 6a, 8, 9, 9a, 10, 11, and 14 (MCL 205.92, 205.93, 205.93a, 205.94, 205.94a, 205.94d, 205.94f, 205.94o, 205.95, 205.96, 205.96a, 205.98, 205.99, 205.99a, 205.100, 205.101, and 205.104), sections 2 and 4 as amended by 2002 PA 669, section 3 as amended by 2003 PA 27, section 3a as amended by 2002 PA 455, section 4d as amended by 2000 PA 328, section 4f as amended by 1998 PA 266, sections 4o, 8, and 9a as added by 1999 PA 117, section 5 as amended by 2002 PA 580, section 6 as amended by 2003 PA 24, section 6a as added by 2002 PA 511, section 10 as amended by 1998 PA 366, section 11 as added by 2000 PA 153, and section 14 as amended by 1986 PA 41, and by adding sections 2b, 3c, 12, 13, 14a, 14b, 17, 19, and 20; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 381 Yeas--78
Accavitti Gieleghem McConico Shaffer
Adamini Gillard Meisner Sheltrown
Anderson Gleason Meyer Shulman
Bieda Hager Minore Smith
Brown Hardman Moolenaar Spade
Byrum Hart Mortimer Steil
Casperson Hood Murphy Stewart
Caswell Hopgood Newell Tabor
Caul Howell Nitz Taub
Cheeks Huizenga O'Neil Tobocman
Clack Hunter Palsrok Vagnozzi
Condino Jamnick Phillips Vander Veen
Dennis Johnson, Rick Plakas Walker
DeRossett Julian Pumford Waters
Ehardt Koetje Reeves Wenke
Elkins Kolb Richardville Whitmer
Emmons LaJoy Rivet Williams
Farhat LaSata Sak Wojno
Farrah Law Shackleton Zelenko
Gaffney Lipsey
Nays--26
Acciavatti Hoogendyk Palmer Stakoe
Amos Hummel Pastor Van Regenmorter
Bisbee Hune Robertson Voorhees
Bradstreet Johnson, Ruth Rocca Ward
Brandenburg Kooiman Sheen Woodward
Drolet Milosch Stahl Woronchak
Garfield Nofs
In The Chair: Julian
The House agreed to the title of the bill.
Rep. Richardville moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
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Rep. Sheen, having reserved the right to explain his protest against the passage of the bill, made the following statement:
"Mr. Speaker and members of the House:
This Streamline Tax System, even though it promises to protect states' sovereignty, may serve as a vehicle to both control and subjugate states' rights, especially in respect to controlling their ability to regulate and control the taxation of their citizens. The Tenth Amendment states, 'The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.' I do not want to be a party to the relinquishment or federalization of these rights and responsibilities. I have some additional concerns as follows:
The current agreement could create additional taxation of items not currently taxed under Michigan law, which I find unacceptable.
The passage of this legislation would set up a multi-state agency to collect state taxes, which would be like the IRS. This could set up the framework for a National Sales Tax, as it will have to be approved by Congress. What will prevent them from deciding to change this agreement at some future date, or federalizing and taking control of these taxing powers in the future.
Since 1996, I have advocated that Michigan should be at the table to have input into the current and future decisions made by the states that are creating the voluntary streamline sales tax system. I am no longer confident that the majority of those appointed would represent my view of limited government and taxation.
My next concern rests in what happens next. Michigan's decision to join the twenty other states at the streamlined sales tax table means that we not only accept the current agreement, but also the future changes. Granted, we could reject the final agreement, however as I stated in my previous concern, I have grave doubts about the future actions and outcomes which will come forth from the Michigan delegation.
As the bill is written, only the State Treasurer can initiate withdrawal from this agreement, the State Legislature has no say or control in this decision. I attempted to insert the Legislature into this decision making process and it was rejected. The Legislature should never allow its decision making power to be abrogated and removed.
Michigan will be the 21st state to join the Streamlined Tax Plan. This will put Michigan at a competitive disadvantage to those states, which are not participating, which are also the majority. Michigan does not anymore economic impediments at this time. Currently, many Michigan internet companies are being courted by other states, not apart of this agreement. This will hurt the Michigan economy and cost jobs, as well as hurt our state in the future consideration of new technology companies.
For these reasons as well as others I can not vote in favor of this legislation."
Rep. Drolet, having reserved the right to explain his protest against the passage of the bill, made the following statement:
"Mr. Speaker and Members of the House:
The state is hungry and this vote gives it an unprecedented chance to feast on the taxpayer. The goal of this tax increase is to suck $440 billion from the economy over the next ten years. Those voting in favor of this measure are complicit in reversing one-third of the federal tax relief package of 2001. It's no wonder the President is not in favor of this money grab.
Nobody ever wants to admit that they voted to raise taxes. We tell ourselves that we are just 'streamlining' the process by which we collect the tax. But, when we ask ourselves why this is necessary, we discover that the U.S. Supreme Court is standing in the way of the state's desire to take this money. If this legislation does not pass, money stays in the pockets of the Michigan taxpayers that we are supposed to be fighting for. Government needs this law in place before it can go after that wealth. Changing laws so as to generate more tax dollars is called RAISING TAXES!
In addition to the tax increase, this bill seeks to create another IRS-like data collection agency. Nothing prevents the real IRS from someday using it to assess a federal sales tax.
Supporters call it voluntary, as if Michigan and other states can collude to raise taxes in a vacuum. Meanwhile, the governor of Colorado is refusing to join this collusion and promises to make his state a haven for tax refugees. If this tax scheme is truly voluntary, then there will be nothing to stop Michigan consumers from evading this law and purchasing in Colorado, and there will be a powerful incentive for Michigan e-commerce retailers to move to Colorado and sell those goods. The end result is that Michigan will lose both jobs and the tax dollars that we are so greedily pursuing.
The alternative is that this scheme becomes mandatory that eventually we get Congress to force states such as Colorado to comply and collect our sales taxes for us. In that case, we have the national sales tax that the supporters say is not going to happen, and we are still stuck with the loss of revenue from the taxpayers.
Either we lose jobs or we get a national sales tax. The supporters can't have it both ways. Either way, we are putting a shackle around the future and negating the tax relief of the past. No government has ever taxed its way to prosperity. It's too bad this one hasn't learned that lesson."
Second Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 5503, entitled
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General sales tax act," by amending sections 1, 2, 2a, 3, 4, 4a, 4e, 4f, 4g, 4i, 4j, 4k, 4m, 4o, 4p, 4q, 4r, 4s, 4t, 4u, 4w, 4x, 5b, 6, 8, 9, 10, 17, and 23 (MCL 205.51, 205.52, 205.52a, 205.53, 205.54, 205.54a, 205.54e, 205.54f, 205.54g, 205.54i, 205.54j, 205.54k, 205.54m, 205.54o, 205.54p, 205.54q, 205.54r, 205.54s, 205.54t, 205.54u, 205.54w, 205.54x, 205.55b, 205.56, 205.58, 205.59, 205.60, 205.67, and 205.73), section 1 as amended by 2000 PA 390, sections 2 and 23 as amended by 1993 PA 325, section 2a as added by 1984 PA 228, section 3as amended by 2002 PA 457, section 4 as amended by 1998 PA 267, sections 4a, 4j, and 4q as amended and sections 4r, 4t, 4u, and 4w as added by 1999 PA 116, section 4g as amended by 2000 PA 417, section 4i as added by 1982 PA 23, section 4k as added by 1986 PA 42, section 4m as added by 1993 PA 238, section 4o as added by 1994 PA 156, section 4p as added by 1998 PA 274, section 4s as added by 1999 PA 105, section 4x as amended by 2001 PA 40, section 5b as added by 2002 PA 510, section 6 as amended by 1998 PA 453, section 9 as amended by 1998 PA 365, section 10 as added by 2000 PA 149, and section 17 as amended by 2001 PA 102, and by adding sections 1a, 4d, 4h, 6b, 11, 12, 18, 19, 20, and 21; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-1) previously recommended by the Committee on Tax Policy,
The substitute (H-1) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Byrum moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
Rep. Richardville moved that the bill be placed on its immediate passage.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of
Third Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 5503, entitled
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General sales tax act," by amending sections 1, 2, 2a, 3, 4, 4a, 4e, 4f, 4g, 4i, 4j, 4k, 4m, 4o, 4p, 4q, 4r, 4s, 4t, 4u, 4w, 4x, 5b, 6, 8, 9, 10, 17, and 23 (MCL 205.51, 205.52, 205.52a, 205.53, 205.54, 205.54a, 205.54e, 205.54f, 205.54g, 205.54i, 205.54j, 205.54k, 205.54m, 205.54o, 205.54p, 205.54q, 205.54r, 205.54s, 205.54t, 205.54u, 205.54w, 205.54x, 205.55b, 205.56, 205.58, 205.59, 205.60, 205.67, and 205.73), section 1 as amended by 2000 PA 390, sections 2 and 23 as amended by 1993 PA 325, section 2a as added by 1984 PA 228, section 3 as amended by 2002 PA 457, section 4 as amended by 1998 PA 267, sections 4a, 4j, and 4q as amended and sections 4r, 4t, 4u, and 4w as added by 1999 PA 116, section 4g as amended by 2000 PA 417, section 4i as added by 1982 PA 23, section 4k as added by 1986 PA 42, section 4m as added by 1993 PA 238, section 4o as added by 1994 PA 156, section 4p as added by 1998 PA 274, section 4s as added by 1999 PA 105, section 4x as amended by 2001 PA 40, section 5b as added by 2002 PA 510, section 6 as amended by 1998 PA 453, section 9 as amended by 1998 PA 365, section 10 as added by 2000 PA 149, and section 17 as amended by 2001 PA 102, and by adding sections 1a, 4d, 4h, 6b, 11, 12, 18, 19, 20, and 21; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 382 Yeas--78
Accavitti Gieleghem McConico Shaffer
Adamini Gillard Meisner Sheltrown
Anderson Gleason Meyer Shulman
Bieda Hager Minore Smith
Brown Hardman Moolenaar Spade
Byrum Hart Mortimer Steil
Casperson Hood Murphy Stewart
Caswell Hopgood Newell Tabor
Caul Howell Nitz Taub
Cheeks Huizenga O'Neil Tobocman
Clack Hunter Palsrok Vagnozzi
Condino Jamnick Phillips Vander Veen
Dennis Johnson, Rick Plakas Walker
DeRossett Julian Pumford Waters
Ehardt Koetje Reeves Wenke
Elkins Kolb Richardville Whitmer
Emmons LaJoy Rivet Williams
Farhat LaSata Sak Wojno
Farrah Law Shackleton Zelenko
Gaffney Lipsey
Nays--26
Acciavatti Hoogendyk Palmer Stakoe
Amos Hummel Pastor Van Regenmorter
Bisbee Hune Robertson Voorhees
Bradstreet Johnson, Ruth Rocca Ward
Brandenburg Kooiman Sheen Woodward
Drolet Milosch Stahl Woronchak
Garfield Nofs
In The Chair: Julian
The House agreed to the title of the bill.
Rep. Richardville moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
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Rep. Sheen, having reserved the right to explain his protest against the passage of the bill, made the following statement:
"Mr. Speaker and members of the House:
This Streamline Tax System, even though it promises to protect states' sovereignty, may serve as a vehicle to both control and subjugate states' rights, especially in respect to controlling their ability to regulate and control the taxation of their citizens. The Tenth Amendment states, 'The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.' I do not want to be a party to the relinquishment or federalization of these rights and responsibilities. I have some additional concerns as follows:
The current agreement could create additional taxation of items not currently taxed under Michigan law, which I find unacceptable.
The passage of this legislation would set up a multi-state agency to collect state taxes, which would be like the IRS. This could set up the framework for a National Sales Tax, as it will have to be approved by Congress. What will prevent them from deciding to change this agreement at some future date, or federalizing and taking control of these taxing powers in the future.
Since 1996, I have advocated that Michigan should be at the table to have input into the current and future decisions made by the states that are creating the voluntary streamline sales tax system. I am no longer confident that the majority of those appointed would represent my view of limited government and taxation.
My next concern rests in what happens next. Michigan's decision to join the twenty other states at the streamlined sales tax table means that we not only accept the current agreement, but also the future changes. Granted, we could reject the final agreement, however as I stated in my previous concern, I have grave doubts about the future actions and outcomes which will come forth from the Michigan delegation.
As the bill is written, only the State Treasurer can initiate withdrawal from this agreement, the State Legislature has no say or control in this decision. I attempted to insert the Legislature into this decision making process and it was rejected. The Legislature should never allow its decision making power to be abrogated and removed.
Michigan will be the 21st state to join the Streamlined Tax Plan. This will put Michigan at a competitive disadvantage to those states, which are not participating, which are also the majority. Michigan does not anymore economic impediments at this time. Currently, many Michigan internet companies are being courted by other states, not apart of this agreement. This will hurt the Michigan economy and cost jobs, as well as hurt our state in the future consideration of new technology companies.
For these reasons as well as others I can not vote in favor of this legislation."
Second Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 5504, entitled
A bill to provide for a streamlined system of sales and use tax collection; to prescribe the requirements necessary for this state to adopt a multistate agreement; to provide for a board with certain powers and duties; to provide for the registration of sellers who select a model of collection and remittance; to forgive liability of collection of sales and use taxes on past transactions for certain sellers; to assure privacy of buyers; and to prescribe certain powers and duties of state officials and state departments.
Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-2) previously recommended by the Committee on Tax Policy,
The substitute (H-2) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Sheen moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 6, line 24, after "treasurer" by inserting "or the state legislature by resolution".
The motion prevailed and the amendment was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Condino moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
Rep. Richardville moved that the bill be placed on its immediate passage.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of
Third Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 5504, entitled
A bill to provide for a streamlined system of sales and use tax collection; to prescribe the requirements necessary for this state to adopt a multistate agreement; to provide for a board with certain powers and duties; to provide for the registration of sellers who select a model of collection and remittance; to forgive liability of collection of sales and use taxes on past transactions for certain sellers; to assure privacy of buyers; and to prescribe certain powers and duties of state officials and state departments.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 383 Yeas--78
Accavitti Gieleghem McConico Shaffer
Adamini Gillard Meisner Sheltrown
Anderson Gleason Meyer Shulman
Bieda Hager Minore Smith
Brown Hardman Moolenaar Spade
Byrum Hart Mortimer Steil
Casperson Hood Murphy Stewart
Caswell Hopgood Newell Tabor
Caul Howell Nitz Taub
Cheeks Huizenga O'Neil Tobocman
Clack Hunter Palsrok Vagnozzi
Condino Jamnick Phillips Vander Veen
Dennis Johnson, Rick Plakas Walker
DeRossett Julian Pumford Waters
Ehardt Koetje Reeves Wenke
Elkins Kolb Richardville Whitmer
Emmons LaJoy Rivet Williams
Farhat LaSata Sak Wojno
Farrah Law Shackleton Zelenko
Gaffney Lipsey
Nays--26
Acciavatti Hoogendyk Palmer Stakoe
Amos Hummel Pastor Van Regenmorter
Bisbee Hune Robertson Voorhees
Bradstreet Johnson, Ruth Rocca Ward
Brandenburg Kooiman Sheen Woodward
Drolet Milosch Stahl Woronchak
Garfield Nofs
In The Chair: Julian
The House agreed to the title of the bill.
Rep. Richardville moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
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Rep. Sheen, having reserved the right to explain his protest against the passage of the bill, made the following statement:
"Mr. Speaker and members of the House:
Streamlined Sales Tax No Vote Explanation
This Streamline Tax System, even though it promises to protect states' sovereignty, may serve as a vehicle to both control and subjugate states' rights, especially in respect to controlling their ability to regulate and control the taxation of their citizens. The Tenth Amendment states, 'The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.' I do not want to be a party to the relinquishment or federalization of these rights and responsibilities. I have some additional concerns as follows:
The current agreement could create additional taxation of items not currently taxed under Michigan law, which I find unacceptable.
The passage of this legislation would set up a multi-state agency to collect state taxes, which would be like the IRS. This could set up the framework for a National Sales Tax, as it will have to be approved by Congress. What will prevent them from deciding to change this agreement at some future date, or federalizing and taking control of these taxing powers in the future.
Since 1996, I have advocated that Michigan should be at the table to have input into the current and future decisions made by the states that are creating the voluntary streamline sales tax system. I am no longer confident that the majority of those appointed would represent my view of limited government and taxation.
My next concern rests in what happens next. Michigan's decision to join the twenty other states at the streamlined sales tax table means that we not only accept the current agreement, but also the future changes. Granted, we could reject the final agreement, however as I stated in my previous concern, I have grave doubts about the future actions and outcomes which will come forth from the Michigan delegation.
Michigan will be the 21st state to join the Streamlined Tax Plan. This will put Michigan at a competitive disadvantage to those states, which are not participating, which are also the majority. Michigan does not need anymore economic impediments at this time. Currently, many Michigan internet companies are being courted by other states, not apart of this agreement. This will hurt the Michigan economy and cost jobs, as well as hurt our state in the future consideration of new technology companies.
For these reasons as well as others I can not vote in favor of this legislation."
Second Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 5505, entitled
A bill to impose taxes and create credits and refundable credits to modify and equalize the impact of changes made to the general sales tax act and use tax act necessary to bring those taxes into compliance with the streamlined sales tax agreement so this state may participate in the streamlined sales tax system and governing board; to prescribe certain powers and duties of certain state departments; and to provide for the disbursement of certain proceeds.
Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-1) previously recommended by the Committee on Tax Policy,
The substitute (H-1) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Koetje moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
Rep. Richardville moved that the bill be placed on its immediate passage.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of
Third Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 5505, entitled
A bill to impose taxes and create credits and refundable credits to modify and equalize the impact of changes made to the general sales tax act and use tax act necessary to bring those taxes into compliance with the streamlined sales tax agreement so this state may participate in the streamlined sales tax system and governing board; to prescribe certain powers and duties of certain state departments; and to provide for the disbursement of certain proceeds.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays, as follows:
Roll Call No. 384 Yeas--78
Accavitti Gieleghem McConico Shaffer
Adamini Gillard Meisner Sheltrown
Anderson Gleason Meyer Shulman
Bieda Hager Minore Smith
Brown Hardman Moolenaar Spade
Byrum Hart Mortimer Steil
Casperson Hood Murphy Stewart
Caswell Hopgood Newell Tabor
Caul Howell Nitz Taub
Cheeks Huizenga O'Neil Tobocman
Clack Hunter Palsrok Vagnozzi
Condino Jamnick Phillips Vander Veen
Dennis Johnson, Rick Plakas Walker
DeRossett Julian Pumford Waters
Ehardt Koetje Reeves Wenke
Elkins Kolb Richardville Whitmer
Emmons LaJoy Rivet Williams
Farhat LaSata Sak Wojno
Farrah Law Shackleton Zelenko
Gaffney Lipsey
Nays--26
Acciavatti Hoogendyk Palmer Stakoe
Amos Hummel Pastor Van Regenmorter
Bisbee Hune Robertson Voorhees
Bradstreet Johnson, Ruth Rocca Ward
Brandenburg Kooiman Sheen Woodward
Drolet Milosch Stahl Woronchak
Garfield Nofs
In The Chair: Julian
The House agreed to the title of the bill.
Rep. Richardville moved that the bill be given immediate effect.
The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
______
Rep. Sheen, having reserved the right to explain his protest against the passage of the bill, made the following statement:
"Mr. Speaker and members of the House:
Streamlined Sales Tax No Vote Explanation
This Streamline Tax System, even though it promises to protect states' sovereignty, may serve as a vehicle to both control and subjugate states' rights, especially in respect to controlling their ability to regulate and control the taxation of their citizens. The Tenth Amendment states, "The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people." I do not want to be a party to the relinquishment or federalization of these rights and responsibilities. I have some additional concerns as follows:
The current agreement could create additional taxation of items not currently taxed under Michigan law, which I find unacceptable.
The passage of this legislation would set up a multi-state agency to collect state taxes, which would be like the IRS. This could set up the framework for a National Sales Tax, as it will have to be approved by Congress. What will prevent them from deciding to change this agreement at some future date, or federalizing and taking control of these taxing powers in the future.
Since 1996, I have advocated that Michigan should be at the table to have input into the current and future decisions made by the states that are creating the voluntary streamline sales tax system. I am no longer confident that the majority of those appointed would represent my view of limited government and taxation.
My next concern rests in what happens next. Michigan's decision to join the twenty other states at the streamlined sales tax table means that we not only accept the current agreement, but also the future changes. Granted, we could reject the final agreement, however as I stated in my previous concern, I have grave doubts about the future actions and outcomes which will come forth from the Michigan delegation.
Michigan will be the 21st state to join the Streamlined Tax Plan. This will put Michigan at a competitive disadvantage to those states, which are not participating, which are also the majority. Michigan does not need anymore economic impediments at this time. Currently, many Michigan internet companies are being courted by other states, not apart of this agreement. This will hurt the Michigan economy and cost jobs, as well as hurt our state in the future consideration of new technology companies.
For these reasons as well as others I can not vote in favor of this legislation."
By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of
Reports of Standing Committees
The Speaker laid before the House
House Concurrent Resolution No. 58.
A concurrent resolution to condemn remarks made by Betsy DeVos saying Michigan workers' wages are too high and calling for right-to-work laws.
(For text of concurrent resolution, see House Journal No. 42, p. 957.)
(The concurrent resolution was reported by the Committee on Government Operations on May 20, with substitute (H-2), consideration of which, under the rules, was postponed until May 25.)
(For substitute, see today's Journal, p. 1037.)
Rep. Richardville moved that Rule 77 be suspended and the concurrent resolution be considered at this time.
The motion prevailed, 3/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-2) recommended by the Committee,
The substitute (H-2) was adopted, a majority of the members present voting therefor.
The question being on the adoption of the concurrent resolution,
Rep. Richardville moved that the concurrent resolution be referred to the Committee on House Television and Oversight.
The motion prevailed.
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Rep. Richardville moved that House Committees be given leave to meet during the balance of today's session.
The motion prevailed.
By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of
Motions and Resolutions
Reps. Richardville, Wojno, Accavitti, Amos, Anderson, Bieda, Bradstreet, Brandenburg, Byrum, Casperson, Caswell,Caul, Clack, Condino, Dennis, DeRossett, Ehardt, Elkins, Emmons, Farhat, Farrah, Garfield, Gieleghem, Gillard, Gleason, Hager, Hardman, Hoogendyk, Hopgood, Huizenga, Hummel, Jamnick, Koetje, LaJoy, LaSata, Law, Lipsey, McConico, Meyer, Milosch, Minore, Murphy, Palmer, Pastor, Plakas, Pumford, Rivet, Rocca, Sak, Shackleton, Shaffer, Sheltrown, Shulman, Smith, Spade, Stakoe, Steil, Stewart, Tabor, Taub, Tobocman, Vagnozzi, Vander Veen, Voorhees, Waters, Woodward, Woronchak and Zelenko offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 264.
A resolution commemorating June 6, 2004, as World War II Veterans Survivors Day in the state of Michigan.
Whereas, It is with great respect that we proudly commemorate June 6, 2004, as World War II Veterans Survivors Day. As we remember the many sacrifices that our veterans made during World War II, it is only right that we give thanks to all those who gave so much for the sake of freedom. Over 16 million U.S. armed forces personnel served in World War II between December 1, 1941 and December 31, 1946. Many of these Americans made the supreme sacrifice. Over 292,000 U.S. soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines were killed in battle and another 114,000 service personnel died serving during other efforts to preserve the freedom we all enjoy today; and
Whereas, The sacrifices made by our service men and women during World War II can not be overstated. In September 1940, the Congress, by a very narrow margin, approved the first peacetime draft and by years end the first Michigan draftees were inducted. Approximately 670,000 Michigan men and women served in the armed forces during World War II. In fact, the average length of active duty by U.S. military service personnel was 33 months and almost three-fourths of all individuals served an average length of 16 months overseas. Of the over 16 million service personnel who served, fewer than 4 million still survive; and
Whereas, The average age of World War II veterans is 80 years old and according to the 2000 census 11.6% were still employed. In addition, an estimated 210,000 of our World War II veterans are women. These facts demonstrate the strength and endurance of our veterans and are an inspiration to us all; and
Whereas, Many World War II veterans will visit the newly constructed National World War II Memorial in Washington D.C. This memorial is a fitting and most deserved tribute for our veterans and may it serve as a solemn reminder of those who fought for the cause of freedom; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body commemorate June 6, 2004, as World War II Veterans Survivors Day in the state of Michigan; and be it further
Resolved, That we remember in our hearts those who gave their lives and express our gratitude to the many surviving veterans who live in the United States.
Pending the reference of the resolution to a committee,
Rep. Richardville moved that Rule 77 be suspended and the resolution be considered at this time.
The motion prevailed, 3/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
Reps. Wojno, Richardville, Accavitti, Amos, Anderson, Bieda, Bradstreet, Brandenburg, Brown, Byrum, Casperson, Caul, Clack, Condino, Dennis, DeRossett, Ehardt, Elkins, Emmons, Farhat, Farrah, Garfield, Gieleghem, Gillard, Gleason, Hager, Hardman, Hoogendyk, Hopgood, Huizenga, Hummel, Jamnick, Koetje, LaJoy, LaSata, Law, Lipsey, McConico, Meyer, Milosch, Minore, Murphy, Palmer, Pastor, Plakas, Pumford, Rivet, Rocca, Sak, Shackleton, Shaffer, Sheltrown, Shulman, Smith, Spade, Stakoe, Steil, Stewart, Tabor, Taub, Tobocman, Vagnozzi, Vander Veen, Voorhees, Waters, Woodward, Woronchak and Zelenko offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 265.
A resolution commemorating the 60th anniversary of D-Day on June 6, 2004, in the state of Michigan.
Whereas, It is with great respect that we are proud to join with the world in remembering those heroes who stormed the beaches of Normandy, France on June 6, 1944. As we commemorate the 60th anniversary of "the longest day," it is only right that we give thanks to all those who sacrificed so much for the sake of freedom. For many, the first step on the soil of the European continent was their last. For others, the events of that day, and those that followed, were to shape the rest of their lives; and
Whereas, D-Day was the greatest mustering of land, sea, and air forces ever to have been attempted. The assault, planned in secrecy and staged when even the elements had turned against the Allied forces, was a turning point not only for World War II, but also for America's place in the world. At 6:30 a.m., the land assault began with American troops hitting Omaha and Utah Beaches and within the hour, British and Canadian troops landed on Gold, Juno, and Sword Beaches. Since Americans comprised the largest element of the invading forces, they also suffered some of the greatest losses, by day's end 250,000 allied troops were assembled on the five beaches, but the price was steep, with 10,000 allied soldiers killed or wounded; and
Whereas, D-Day was the start of the greatest offensive to wrest Europe from the hands of a despot. It was the beginning of the end, and Hitler's one last ditch stand in the Ardennes Forest was to prove once and for all that American courage and determination have no equal, and soon the continent would be freed; and
Whereas, D-Day was also a deadline. While conditions for the invasion were far from favorable, time was of the essence. The Allies had to establish a presence on the continent to balance the Russian influence driving to Berlin from the east and to head off another era of European domination by an equally unwanted and harsh regime. It was indeed a day that America and Americans, as well as their comrades-in-arms, proved their mettle. The row upon row of white crosses on the ridge above the beaches stand as solemn reminders of this long day and of those who fought for the cause of freedom; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body commemorate the 60th anniversary of D-Day on June 6, 2004, in the state of Michigan; and be it further
Resolved, That we remember in our hearts those who gave their lives and express our gratitude to the many surviving veterans who live in the Great Lake State.
Pending the reference of the resolution to a committee,
Rep. Richardville moved that Rule 77 be suspended and the resolution be considered at this time.
The motion prevailed, 3/5 of the members present voting therefor.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
The resolution was adopted.
Reports of Standing Committees
The Committee on Judiciary, by Rep. Howell, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 5763, entitled
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending sections 6023 and 6027 (MCL 600.6023 and 600.6027), section 6023 as amended by 1998 PA 61.
With the recommendation that the substitute (H-2) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The bill and substitute were referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills and laid over one day under the rules.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Howell, LaSata, Bradstreet, Koetje, Voorhees, Gaffney, Garfield, Lipsey and Bieda
Nays: None
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Howell, Chair, of the Committee on Judiciary, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Thursday, May 20, 2004
Present: Reps. Howell, LaSata, Bradstreet, Koetje, Voorhees, Gaffney, Garfield, Lipsey and Bieda
Absent: Reps. Van Regenmorter, Pappageorge, Wenke, Adamini, Condino and Smith
Excused: Reps. Van Regenmorter, Pappageorge, Wenke, Adamini, Condino and Smith
The Committee on Local Government and Urban Policy, by Rep. Ward, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4106, entitled
A bill to amend 1987 PA 96, entitled "The mobile home commission act," by amending the title and sections 30c and 30g (MCL 125.2330c and 125.2330g) and by adding section 30i.
With the recommendation that the substitute (H-2) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The bill and substitute were referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills and laid over one day under the rules.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Ward, Robertson, Hager, Stakoe, Wenke, Jamnick and Accavitti
Nays: None
The Committee on Local Government and Urban Policy, by Rep. Ward, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4111, entitled
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The general property tax act," by amending section 2a (MCL 211.2a), as amended by 1982 PA 539.
With the recommendation that the substitute (H-3) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The bill and substitute were referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills and laid over one day under the rules.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Ward, Robertson, Hager, Stakoe, Wenke, Jamnick and Accavitti
Nays: None
The Committee on Local Government and Urban Policy, by Rep. Ward, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4868, entitled
A bill to establish and protect the rights of manufactured home park tenants; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain agencies and departments; and to provide remedies and penalties.
With the recommendation that the substitute (H-5) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The bill and substitute were referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills and laid over one day under the rules.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Ward, Robertson, Hager, Stakoe, Wenke, Jamnick, Tobocman and Accavitti
Nays: None
The Committee on Local Government and Urban Policy, by Rep. Ward, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4869, entitled
A bill to allow and protect the rights of manufactured home park tenants to organize a manufactured home owners association.
With the recommendation that the substitute (H-4) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The bill and substitute were referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills and laid over one day under the rules.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Ward, Robertson, Hager, Stakoe, Wenke, Jamnick, Tobocman and Accavitti
Nays: None
The Committee on Local Government and Urban Policy, by Rep. Ward, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4879, entitled
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General sales tax act," (MCL 205.51 to 205.78) by adding section 4cc.
With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The bill and substitute were referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills and laid over one day under the rules.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Ward, Robertson, Hager, Stakoe, Wenke, Jamnick and Accavitti
Nays: None
The Committee on Local Government and Urban Policy, by Rep. Ward, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4880, entitled
A bill to provide for the exemption of certain manufactured housing property from certain taxes; to levy and collect a specific tax upon the owners of certain manufactured housing property; to provide for the disposition of the specific tax; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain local government officials; to provide penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
With the recommendation that the substitute (H-6) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The bill and substitute were referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills and laid over one day under the rules.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Ward, Robertson, Hager, Stakoe, Wenke, Jamnick and Accavitti
Nays: None
The Committee on Local Government and Urban Policy, by Rep. Ward, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4882, entitled
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act," by amending sections 3 and 4g (MCL 205.93 and 205.94g), section 3 as amended by 2002 PA 669 and section 4g as added by 1985 PA 66, and by adding section 4w.
With the recommendation that the substitute (H-2) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The bill and substitute were referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills and laid over one day under the rules.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Ward, Robertson, Hager, Stakoe, Wenke, Jamnick and Accavitti
Nays: None
The Committee on Local Government and Urban Policy, by Rep. Ward, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 5035, entitled
A bill to amend 1987 PA 96, entitled "The mobile home commission act," by amending section 3 (MCL 125.2303).
With the recommendation that the substitute (H-4) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The bill and substitute were referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills and laid over one day under the rules.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Ward, Robertson, Hager, Stakoe, Wenke, Jamnick, Tobocman and Accavitti
Nays: None
The Committee on Local Government and Urban Policy, by Rep. Ward, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 5844, entitled
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," by amending section 508 (MCL 206.508), as amended by 1990 PA 283.
With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The bill and substitute were referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills and laid over one day under the rules.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Ward, Robertson, Hager, Stakoe, Wenke, Jamnick and Accavitti
Nays: None
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Ward, Chair, of the Committee on Local Government and Urban Policy, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Thursday, May 20, 2004
Present: Reps. Ward, Robertson, DeRossett, Hager, Stakoe, Wenke, Jamnick, Tobocman and Accavitti
Absent: Reps. Drolet and Hardman
Excused: Reps. Drolet and Hardman
The Committee on Transportation, by Rep. DeRossett, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 5008, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 226 (MCL 257.226), as amended by 2002 PA 642.
Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.
The bill was referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills and laid over one day under the rules.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. DeRossett, Casperson, Hummel, Hune, Huizenga, LaJoy, Robertson, Anderson, Jamnick, Gleason, Tobocman, Murphy and Elkins
Nays: None
The Committee on Transportation, by Rep. DeRossett, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 5230, entitled
A bill to amend 1951 PA 51, entitled "An act to provide for the classification of all public roads, streets, and highways in this state, and for the revision of that classification and for additions to and deletions from each classification; to set up and establish the Michigan transportation fund; to provide for the deposits in the Michigan transportation fund of specific taxes on motor vehicles and motor vehicle fuels; to provide for the allocation of funds from the Michigan transportation fund and the use and administration of the fund for transportation purposes; to set up and establish the truck safety fund; to provide for the allocation of funds from the truck safety fund and administration of the fund for truck safety purposes; to set up and establish the Michigan truck safety commission; to establish certain standards for road contracts for certain businesses; to provide for the continuing review of transportation needs within the state; to authorize the state transportation commission, counties, cities, and villages to borrow money, issue bonds, and make pledges of funds for transportation purposes; to authorize counties to advance funds for the payment of deficiencies necessary for the payment of bonds issued under this act; to provide for the limitations, payment, retirement, and security of the bonds and pledges; to provide for appropriations and tax levies by counties and townships for county roads; to authorize contributions by townships for county roads; to provide for the establishment and administration of the state trunk line fund, critical bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds; to provide for the deposits in the state trunk line fund, critical bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds of money raised by specific taxes and fees; to provide for definitions of public transportation functions and criteria; to define the purposes for which Michigan transportation funds may be allocated; to provide for Michigan transportation fund grants; to provide for review and approval of transportation programs; to provide for submission of annual legislative requests and reports; to provide for the establishment and functions of certain advisory entities; to provide for conditions for grants; to provide for the issuance of bonds and notes for transportation purposes; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials; to provide for the making of loans for transportation purposes by the state transportation department and for the receipt and repayment by local units and agencies of those loans from certain specified sources; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by amending section 20a (MCL 247.670a), as amended by 2002 PA 498.
With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
The bill and substitute were referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills and laid over one day under the rules.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. DeRossett, Casperson, Hummel, DeRoche, Gaffney, Hune, Huizenga, LaJoy, Anderson, Gleason, Tobocman, Murphy and Elkins
Nays: None
The Committee on Transportation, by Rep. DeRossett, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 5762, entitled
A bill to amend 1951 PA 51, entitled "An act to provide for the classification of all public roads, streets, and highways in this state, and for the revision of that classification and for additions to and deletions from each classification; to set up and establish the Michigan transportation fund; to provide for the deposits in the Michigan transportation fund of specific taxes on motor vehicles and motor vehicle fuels; to provide for the allocation of funds from the Michigan transportation fund and the use and administration of the fund for transportation purposes; to set up and establish the truck safety fund; to provide for the allocation of funds from the truck safety fund and administration of the fund for truck safety purposes; to set up and establish the Michigan truck safety commission; to establish certain standards for road contracts for certain businesses; to provide for the continuing review of transportation needs within the state; to authorize the state transportation commission, counties, cities, and villages to borrow money, issue bonds, and make pledges of funds for transportation purposes; to authorize counties to advance funds for the payment of deficiencies necessary for the payment of bonds issued under this act; to provide for the limitations, payment, retirement, and security of the bonds and pledges; to provide for appropriations and tax levies by counties and townships for county roads; to authorize contributions by townships for county roads; to provide for the establishment and administration of the state trunk line fund, critical bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds; to provide for the deposits in the state trunk line fund, critical bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds of money raised by specific taxes and fees; to provide for definitions of public transportation functions and criteria; to define the purposes for which Michigan transportation funds may be allocated; to provide for Michigan transportation fund grants; to provide for review and approval of transportation programs; to provide for submission of annual legislative requests and reports; to provide for the establishment and functions of certain advisory entities; to provide for conditions for grants; to provide for the issuance of bonds and notes for transportation purposes; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials; to provide for the making of loans for transportation purposes by the state transportation department and for the receipt and repayment by local units and agencies of those loans from certain specified sources; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by amending section 1a (MCL 247.651a).
With the recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. DeRossett, Casperson, Hummel, DeRoche, Gaffney, Hune, Huizenga, LaJoy, Anderson, Jamnick, Gleason and Elkins
Nays: None
The recommendation was concurred in and the bill was referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
The Committee on Transportation, by Rep. DeRossett, Chair, reported
Senate Bill No. 1160, entitled
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled "Michigan memorial highway act," (MCL 250.1001 to 250.1100) by adding section 82.
Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.
The bill was referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills and laid over one day under the rules.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. DeRossett, Casperson, Hummel, DeRoche, Gaffney, Hune, Huizenga, LaJoy, Robertson, Anderson, Jamnick, Gleason, Tobocman, Murphy and Elkins
Nays: None
The Committee on Transportation, by Rep. DeRossett, Chair, reported
Senate Bill No. 1179, entitled
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled "Michigan memorial highway act," (MCL 250.1001 to 250.1100) by adding section 74.
Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.
The bill was referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills and laid over one day under the rules.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. DeRossett, Casperson, Hummel, DeRoche, Gaffney, Hune, Huizenga, LaJoy, Robertson, Ward, Anderson, Jamnick, Gleason, Tobocman, Murphy and Elkins
Nays: None
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. DeRossett, Chair, of the Committee on Transportation, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Thursday, May 20, 2004
Present: Reps. DeRossett, Casperson, Hummel, DeRoche, Gaffney, Hune, Huizenga, LaJoy, Robertson, Ward, Anderson, Jamnick, Gleason, Tobocman, Murphy and Elkins
Absent: Rep. Adamini
Excused: Rep. Adamini
Announcement by the Clerk of Printing and Enrollment
The Clerk announced that the following bills had been printed and placed upon the files of the members on Thursday, May 20:
House Bill Nos. 5926 5927
The Clerk announced that the following Senate bills had been received on Thursday, May 20:
Senate Bill Nos. 918 1025
By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of
Messages from the Senate
Senate Bill No. 918, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," (MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by adding section 539j.
The Senate has passed the bill.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Criminal Justice.
Senate Bill No. 1025, entitled
A bill to create a child protection registry; to prohibit the sending of certain communications to registered contact points; to proscribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and officials; to create a fund and provide for fees; and to provide for penalties and remedies.
The Senate has passed the bill.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Energy and Technology.
Introduction of Bills
Reps. Condino and Howell introduced
House Bill No. 5928, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending sections 350a and 430 (MCL 750.350a and 750.430), section 350a as amended by 1996 PA 14 and section 430 as amended by 2003 PA 235.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
Reps. Koetje, Wenke, Acciavatti and Tabor introduced
House Bill No. 5929, entitled
A bill to amend 1917 PA 156, entitled "An act authorizing cities, villages, counties, townships and school districts to operate systems of public recreation and playgrounds," by amending section 2 (MCL 123.52).
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Tax Policy.
Reps. Robertson, Milosch, Voorhees, Shaffer, Wenke, Julian and Hune introduced
House Bill No. 5930, entitled
A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," (MCL 500.100 to 500.8302) by adding section8115a.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Insurance.
Reps. Robertson, Milosch, Voorhees, Shaffer, Wenke, Julian and Hune introduced
House Bill No. 5931, entitled
A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending section 834 (MCL 500.834), as amended by 2000 PA 378.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Insurance.
Reps. Lipsey, Howell, Meisner, Condino, Jamnick, Clack, Law, Kolb, Brown, Adamini, Accavitti, Gleason, Gillard, Gieleghem, Bieda, Woodward, Vagnozzi, Spade, Minore, Hopgood, Zelenko and Anderson introduced
House Bill No. 5932, entitled
A bill to amend 1925 PA 289, entitled "An act to create and maintain a fingerprint identification and criminal history records division within the department of state police; to require peace officers, persons in charge of certain institutions, and others to make reports respecting juvenile offenses, crimes, and criminals to the state police; to require the fingerprinting of an accused by certain persons; and to provide penalties and remedies for a violation of this act," by amending section 3 (MCL 28.243), as amended by 2002 PA 694.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
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Rep. Gaffney moved that the House adjourn.
The motion prevailed, the time being 1:30 p.m.
The Speaker Pro Tempore declared the House adjourned until Tuesday, May 25, at 1:00 p.m.
GARY L. RANDALL
Clerk of the House of Representatives