No. 60

STATE OF MICHIGAN

 

JOURNAL

OF THE

House  of  Representatives

 

103rd Legislature

REGULAR  SESSION  OF  2025

 

 

 

 

House Chamber, Lansing, Tuesday, June 24, 2025.

 

1:30 p.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.

 

Alexander—present

Foreman—present

McFall—present

Schuette—present

Andrews—present

Fox—present

McKinney—present

Scott—present

Aragona—present

Frisbie—present

Meerman—present

Skaggs—present

Arbit—present

Glanville—present

Mentzer—present

Slagh—present

BeGole—present

Grant—excused

Miller—present

Smit—present

Beson—present

Green, P.—present

Morgan—present

Snyder—present

Bierlein—present

Greene, J.—present

Mueller—present

St. Germaine—present

Bohnak—present

Hall—present

Myers-Phillips—present

Steckloff—present

Bollin—present

Harris—present

Neeley—present

Steele—present

Borton—present

Herzberg—present

Neyer—present

Tate—present

Breen—present

Hoadley—present

O’Neal—present

Thompson—present

Brixie—present

Hope—present

Outman—present

Tisdel—present

Bruck—excused

Hoskins—present

Paiz—present

Tsernoglou—present

Byrnes—present

Jenkins-Arno—present

Paquette—present

VanderWall—present

Carra—present

Johnsen—present

Pavlov—present

VanWoerkom—present

Carter, B.—present

Kelly—present

Pohutsky—present

Wegela—present

Carter, T.—excused

Koleszar—present

Posthumus—present

Weiss—present

Cavitt—present

Kuhn—present

Prestin—present

Wendzel—present

Coffia—present

Kunse—present

Price—present

Whitsett—excused

Conlin—present

Liberati—present

Puri—present

Wilson—excused

DeBoer—present

Lightner—present

Rheingans—present

Witwer—present

DeBoyer—present

Linting—present

Rigas—present

Wooden—present

DeSana—present

Longjohn—present

Robinson—present

Woolford—present

Dievendorf—present

MacDonell—present

Rogers—present

Wortz—present

Edwards—present

Maddock—present

Roth—present

Wozniak—present

Fairbairn—present

Markkanen—present

Schmaltz—present

Xiong—present

Farhat—present

Martin—present

Schriver—present

Young—present

Fitzgerald—present

Martus—present

 

 

 

e/d/s = entered during session

Rep. Matt Maddock, from the 51st District, offered the following invocation:

 

“Heavenly Father, Lord Jesus Christ, we thank You for the gift of life and liberty, and for leaders who are guided not by polls or power, but by conviction and conscience. Grant strength and clarity to those who labor for peace, who defend the innocent, and who seek justice even when it is difficult. We pray for courage among those willing to restore truth, accountability, and mercy. Let this chamber be led by those who honor You in both word and deed, may all know Your blessed name and sacred truth. May everyone find the peace and eternal salvation You offer and which You provided to us while on the cross at Calvary. May our nation once again be known for choosing, doing, and praising what is right over what is easy. In Jesus’ Name we pray, Amen.”

 

 

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Rep. Fitzgerald moved that Reps. Tyrone Carter, Grant, Whitsett and Wilson be excused from today’s session.

The motion prevailed.

 

Rep. Posthumus moved that Rep. Bruck be excused from today’s session.

The motion prevailed.

 

 

Motions and Resolutions

 

 

Reps. Woolford, Kunse, Schuette, Robinson, Hoadley, DeBoyer, Tate, Meerman, Alexander, Fox and Witwer offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 134.

A resolution to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps.

Whereas, The United States Marine Corps was founded on November 10th, 1775, in Tun Tavern, Philadelphia to augment naval forces in the Revolutionary War, prior even to the founding of the United States; and

Whereas, The greatest weapon on earth is the Marine and his rifle; and

Whereas, The Marine Corps motto Semper Fidelis, Latin for “Always Faithful,” reflects an eternal and collective commitment to success in battle, the progress of our Nation, and the steadfast loyalty each Marine has to the Marines they fight alongside; and

Whereas, The Marines have exemplified the highest standards of honor, courage, and commitment, and continue to forge this legacy of bravery and selfless dedication to our nation and its Constitution today; and

Whereas, Marines have exhibited exemplary bravery and sacrifice in defense of our freedoms in countless battles throughout our nation’s history; and

Whereas, The nickname “Devil Dog” was bestowed upon the Marines by German soldiers at the Battle of Belleau Wood in June of 1918 due to the menacing appearance of Marines as they attacked a hill occupied by German forces; and

Whereas, The Blood Stripes worn down the outside leg seams of trousers on the dress uniforms of Marine Officers, Staff Noncommissioned Officers, and Noncommissioned Officers commemorate the courage and tenacious fighting of the men who fought in the Battle of Chapultepec in September of 1847; and

Whereas, The nickname “Leatherneck” was also bestowed upon the Marines in reference to the leather stock once worn around the neck by Marines to protect from slashing blades and to keep the head and neck erect when in uniform; and

Whereas, The Mameluke Swords carried by Marine Officers represent a rich legacy of fighting by those who our Nation trusts to win, after a Mameluke chieftain in North Africa presented the sword to Lieutenant Presley O’Bannon in 1805; and

Whereas, The NCO Swords carried by Marine Noncommission Officers and Staff Noncommissioned Officers were first bestowed to Noncommissioned Officers by the 6th Commandant, Colonel John Harris, in recognition of their leadership in combat; and

Whereas, The fighting spirit of each and every Marine continues to flourish and ensure the defense of our nation against enemies both foreign and domestic; and

Whereas, Michigan has a proud history of contributions to the Marine Corps. In 1922, Detroit became home to a volunteer Marine Corps Reserve company, laying the foundation for what would become the 1st Battalion, 24th Marines; and

Whereas, The 1st Battalion, 24th Marines distinguished itself in pivotal World War II battles, including Kwajalein, Tinian, Saipan, and Iwo Jima. They continued their valorous service during Operation Iraqi Freedom. During their deployment to Fallujah, Iraq, the 1st Battalion, 24th Marines played a pivotal role in counterinsurgency operations, contributing to the stabilization and rebuilding efforts in the region; and

Whereas, The 1st Battalion, 24th Marines is headquartered at Selfridge Air National Guard Base in Harrison Township and has companies throughout the Midwest, including Battle Creek and Lansing; and

Whereas, Corporal Duane E. Dewey, born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Korean War where he instinctively shielded his fellow Marines by throwing himself onto an enemy grenade that came close to their position. Despite being injured in a recent night attack, Cpl. Dewey absorbed the full blast to protect those around him; and

Whereas, Private First Class Dewayne T. Williams, a Michigan Marine, displayed extraordinary heroism and self-sacrifice during a firefight with enemy forces, shielding his fellow Marines from a grenade blast by throwing himself on it, saving their lives at the cost of his own. Pfc. Williams was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor in recognition of his valor above and beyond the call of duty; and

Whereas, Corporal Harold Schultz, a native of Detroit, was later identified as one of the six Marines who proudly raised the American flag atop Mount Suribachi during the Battle of Iwo Jima, a powerful symbol of courage, sacrifice, and the unbreakable spirit of our Marines in World War II; and

Whereas, The steadfast commitment, courage, and sacrifice of United States Marines have made the Marine Corps an indispensable force in defending freedom, safeguarding the nation, and upholding the principles of ordered liberty; and

Whereas, As the United States Marine Corps commemorates its 250th anniversary, it is fitting to recognize and honor the contributions of Michigan’s Marines, past and present, who have played a vital role in upholding the freedoms and values of our nation; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That members of this legislative body commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps; and, be it further

Resolved, That we express our deepest gratitude to all Marines for their unwavering service and sacrifice.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

 

Rep. Posthumus moved that consideration of the resolution be postponed for the day.

The motion prevailed.

 

 

Second Reading of Bills

 

 

House Bill No. 4493, entitled

A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled “Food law,” by amending section 4105 (MCL 289.4105), as amended by 2016 PA 188.

The bill was read a second time.

Rep. Thompson moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.

The motion prevailed.

 

 

House Bill No. 4214, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code” by amending sections 601b and 682 (MCL 257.601b and 257.682), section 601b as amended by 2011 PA 60 and section 682 as amended by 2024 PA 161.

Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-1) previously recommended by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure,

The substitute (H-1) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.

Rep. Paquette moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.

The motion prevailed.

 

 

House Bill No. 4367, entitled

A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1138a.

The bill was read a second time.

Rep. Woolford moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.

The motion prevailed.

House Bill No. 4396, entitled

A bill to amend 1988 PA 13, entitled “Juvenile diversion act,” by amending section 9 (MCL 722.829), as amended by 2023 PA 287.

The bill was read a second time.

Rep. Lightner moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.

The motion prevailed.

 

 

House Bill No. 4426, entitled

A bill to amend 1963 PA 181, entitled “Motor carrier safety act of 1963,” by amending section 2d (MCL 480.12d), as amended by 2011 PA 160.

The bill was read a second time.

Rep. Borton moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.

The motion prevailed.

 

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of

Announcement by the Clerk of Printing and Enrollment

 

The Clerk announced that the following Senate bills had been received on Tuesday, June 24:

Senate Bill Nos.        73    106    216    217

 

 

Reports of Standing Committees

 

 

The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, by Rep. Outman, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 4415, entitled

A bill to amend 1909 PA 283, entitled “An act to revise, consolidate, and add to the laws relating to the establishment, opening, discontinuing, vacating, closing, altering, improvement, maintenance, and use of the public highways and private roads; the condemnation of property and gravel therefor; the building, repairing and preservation of bridges; maintaining public access to waterways under certain conditions; setting and protecting shade trees, drainage, and cutting weeds and brush within this state; providing for the election or appointment and defining the powers, duties, and compensation of state, county, township, and district highway officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies,” by amending section 10 (MCL 224.10), as amended by 2020 PA 286.

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.

 

 

Favorable Roll Call

 

To Report Out:

Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Hope, Koleszar, Andrews and Miller

Nays: None

 

 

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

 

The following report, submitted by Rep. Outman, Chair, of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was received and read:

Meeting held on: Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Present: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Hope, Koleszar, Andrews and Miller

Absent: Reps. Bruck, Grant and Wilson

Excused: Reps. Bruck, Grant and Wilson

 

 

The Committee on Families and Veterans, by Rep. Schmaltz, Chair, reported

House Bill No. 4362, entitled

A bill to amend 2012 PA 176, entitled “Mozelle senior or vulnerable adult medical alert act,” by amending the title and section 5 (MCL 28.715).

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill then pass.

The bill was referred to the order of Second Reading of Bills.

Favorable Roll Call

 

To Report Out:

Yeas: Reps. Schmaltz, Wozniak, Fox, Johnsen, Thompson, Pavlov, Woolford, Young, Byrnes, Rheingans and Xiong

Nays: None

 

 

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

 

The following report, submitted by Rep. Schmaltz, Chair, of the Committee on Families and Veterans, was received and read:

Meeting held on: Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Present: Reps. Schmaltz, Wozniak, Fox, Johnsen, Thompson, Pavlov, Woolford, Young, Byrnes, Rheingans and Xiong

 

 

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

 

The following report, submitted by Rep. Smit, Chair, of the Committee on Election Integrity, was received and read:

Meeting held on: Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Present: Reps. Smit, Fox, Outman, Alexander, Hoadley, Pavlov, Wooden, Koleszar and Xiong

 

 

COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT

 

The following report, submitted by Rep. DeBoyer, Chair, of the Committee on Oversight, was received and read:

Meeting held on: Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Present: Reps. DeBoyer, Bierlein, Meerman, Paquette, Carra, Jaime Greene, Rigas, Schriver, Woolford, Miller, Pohutsky, Conlin, MacDonell, Mentzer, Tsernoglou and Wegela

Absent: Rep. Bruck

Excused: Rep. Bruck

 

 

Messages from the Senate

 

 

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.

The Senate has passed the bill.

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

 

 

Senate Bill No. 106, entitled

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

The Senate has passed the bill.

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

 

 

Senate Bill No. 216, entitled

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” by amending sections 303, 320a, 601c, 653a, and 907 (MCL 257.303, 257.320a, 257.601c, 257.653a, and 257.907), section 320a as amended by 2023 PA 39, section 601c as added by 2001 PA 103, section 653a as amended by 2018 PA 349, and section 907 as amended by 2024 PA 164, and by adding sections 79g and 79h; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

The Senate has passed the bill.

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

Senate Bill No. 217, entitled

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 12e of chapter XVII (MCL 777.12e), as amended by 2011 PA 59.

The Senate has passed the bill.

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

 

 

Introduction of Bills

 

 

Reps. Brenda Carter and Fitzgerald introduced

House Bill No. 4666, entitled

A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled “The insurance code of 1956,” by amending section 2082 (MCL 500.2082).

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

 

 

Rep. Lightner introduced

House Bill No. 4667, entitled

A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” (MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by adding section 411y.

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

 

 

Rep. Lightner introduced

House Bill No. 4668, entitled

A bill to require large developers to implement safety and security protocols to manage critical risks of foundation models; to prescribe the duties of large developers; to provide protection for certain employees; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities; and to prescribe civil sanctions and provide remedies.

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

 

 

Announcements by the Clerk

 

 

     June 18, 2025

Received from the Auditor General a copy of the:

·         Report on internal control, compliance, and other matters of the Liquor Purchasing Revolving Fund, Michigan Liquor Control Commission, Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (641-0161-24), Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2023.

 

June 19, 2025

Received from the Auditor General a copy of the:

·         Report on Internal Control, Compliance, and Other Matters of the Michigan Veterans’ Facility Authority (512-0101-25), Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2024.

                                                                                  Scott E. Starr

                                                                                       Clerk of the House

 

By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of

Third Reading of Bills

 

 

House Bill No. 4262, 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.

Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays as follows:

Roll Call No. 159                                   Yeas—104

 

 

Alexander                          Fox                          McFall                                   Schriver

Andrews                           Frisbie                     McKinney                              Schuette

Aragona                            Glanville                  Meerman                               Scott

Arbit                                 Green, P.                  Mentzer                                 Skaggs

BeGole                              Greene, J.                 Miller                                     Slagh

Beson                                Hall                         Morgan                                  Smit

Bierlein                             Harris                      Mueller                                  Snyder

Bohnak                             Herzberg                  Myers-Phillips                        St. Germaine

Bollin                                Hoadley                   Neeley                                   Steckloff

Borton                               Hope                       Neyer                                     Steele

Breen                                Hoskins                   O’Neal                                   Tate

Brixie                                Jenkins-Arno            Outman                                  Thompson

Byrnes                              Johnsen                   Paiz                                        Tisdel

Carter, B.                           Kelly                       Paquette                                 Tsernoglou

Cavitt                                Koleszar                  Pavlov                                   VanderWall

Coffia                                Kuhn                       Pohutsky                                VanWoerkom

Conlin                               Kunse                      Posthumus                             Wegela

DeBoer                              Liberati                    Prestin                                   Weiss

DeBoyer                            Lightner                   Price                                      Wendzel

DeSana                              Linting                     Puri                                        Witwer

Dievendorf                        Longjohn                 Rheingans                              Wooden

Edwards                            MacDonell               Rigas                                      Woolford

Fairbairn                           Maddock                 Robinson                               Wortz

Farhat                                Markkanen              Rogers                                   Wozniak

Fitzgerald                          Martin                     Roth                                       Xiong

Foreman                            Martus                     Schmaltz                                Young

 

 

                                                               Nays—1

 

 

Carra                                                                                                              

 

 

In The Chair: Smit

 

 

The House agreed to the title of the bill.

Rep. Posthumus moved that the bill be given immediate effect.

The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.

 

 

House Bill No. 4263, 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.

Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays as follows:

 

 

Roll Call No. 160                                   Yeas—104

 

 

Alexander                          Fox                          McFall                                   Schriver

Andrews                           Frisbie                     McKinney                              Schuette

Aragona                            Glanville                  Meerman                               Scott

Arbit                                 Green, P.                  Mentzer                                 Skaggs

BeGole                              Greene, J.                 Miller                                     Slagh

Beson                                Hall                         Morgan                                  Smit

Bierlein                             Harris                      Mueller                                  Snyder

Bohnak                             Herzberg                  Myers-Phillips                        St. Germaine

Bollin                                Hoadley                   Neeley                                   Steckloff

Borton                               Hope                       Neyer                                     Steele

Breen                                Hoskins                   O’Neal                                   Tate

Brixie                                Jenkins-Arno            Outman                                  Thompson

Byrnes                              Johnsen                   Paiz                                        Tisdel

Carter, B.                           Kelly                       Paquette                                 Tsernoglou

Cavitt                                Koleszar                  Pavlov                                   VanderWall

Coffia                                Kuhn                       Pohutsky                                VanWoerkom

Conlin                               Kunse                      Posthumus                             Wegela

DeBoer                              Liberati                    Prestin                                   Weiss

DeBoyer                            Lightner                   Price                                      Wendzel

DeSana                              Linting                     Puri                                        Witwer

Dievendorf                        Longjohn                 Rheingans                              Wooden

Edwards                            MacDonell               Rigas                                      Woolford

Fairbairn                           Maddock                 Robinson                               Wortz

Farhat                                Markkanen              Rogers                                   Wozniak

Fitzgerald                          Martin                     Roth                                       Xiong

Foreman                            Martus                     Schmaltz                                Young

 

 

                                                               Nays—1

 

 

Carra                                                                                                              

 

 

In The Chair: Smit

 

 

The House agreed to the title of the bill.

Rep. Posthumus moved that the bill be given immediate effect.

The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.

 

 

Rep. Posthumus moved that House Bill No. 4493 be placed on its immediate passage.

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

 

House Bill No. 4493, entitled

A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled “Food law,” by amending section 4105 (MCL 289.4105), as amended by 2016 PA 188.

Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays as follows:

 

 

Roll Call No. 161                                   Yeas—101

 

 

Alexander                          Fox                          Martus                                   Schmaltz

Andrews                           Frisbie                     McFall                                   Schriver

Aragona                            Glanville                  McKinney                              Schuette

Arbit                                 Green, P.                  Meerman                               Scott

BeGole                              Greene, J.                 Mentzer                                 Slagh

Beson                                Hall                         Miller                                     Smit

Bierlein                             Harris                      Morgan                                  Snyder

Bohnak                             Herzberg                  Mueller                                  St. Germaine

Bollin                                Hoadley                   Myers-Phillips                        Steckloff

Borton                               Hope                       Neeley                                   Steele

Breen                                Hoskins                   Neyer                                     Tate

Byrnes                              Jenkins-Arno            O’Neal                                   Thompson

Carra                                 Johnsen                   Outman                                  Tisdel

Carter, B.                           Kelly                       Paquette                                 Tsernoglou

Cavitt                                Koleszar                  Pavlov                                   VanderWall

Coffia                                Kuhn                       Pohutsky                                VanWoerkom

Conlin                               Kunse                      Posthumus                             Weiss

DeBoer                              Liberati                    Prestin                                   Wendzel

DeBoyer                            Lightner                   Price                                      Witwer

DeSana                              Linting                     Puri                                        Wooden

Dievendorf                        Longjohn                 Rheingans                              Woolford

Edwards                            MacDonell               Rigas                                      Wortz

Fairbairn                           Maddock                 Robinson                               Wozniak

Farhat                                Markkanen              Rogers                                   Xiong

Fitzgerald                          Martin                     Roth                                       Young

Foreman                                                                                                        

 

 

                                                               Nays—4

 

 

Brixie                                Paiz                         Skaggs                                   Wegela

 

 

In The Chair: Smit

 

 

The House agreed to the title of the bill.

Rep. Posthumus 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

Motions and Resolutions

 

 

Rep. Posthumus moved that Rule 41 be suspended.

The motion prevailed, 3/5 of the members present voting therefor.

 

Rep. Posthumus moved that the Committee on Government Operations be discharged from further consideration of House Resolution No. 128.

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

 

 

The Speaker laid before the House

House Resolution No. 128, entitled

A resolution to encourage county sheriffs and local law enforcement agencies throughout the state of Michigan to enter into 287(g) agreements with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to enhance immigration enforcement and public safety.

(For text of resolution, see House Journal No. 56, p. 700.)

(The resolution was discharged from the Committee on Government Operations on June 24.)

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

 

 

Point of Order

 

 

Rep. Fitzgerald requested a ruling of the Chair on the germaneness of an outside event and if it should be included in debate.

The Chair ruled the speaker was germane in debate.

The question being on the adoption of the resolution,

The resolution was adopted.

 

 

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Rep. Mueller moved that the House adjourn.

The motion prevailed, the time being 4:05 p.m.

 

The Speaker Pro Tempore declared the House adjourned until Wednesday, June 25, at 1:30 p.m.

 

 

SCOTT E. STARR

Clerk of the House of Representatives