OF THE
House Chamber, Lansing, Tuesday, October 21, 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—excused | McFall—present | Schuette—present |
Andrews—excused | 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—present | 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—excused |
Brixie—present | Hope—present | Outman—present | Tisdel—present |
Bruck—present | 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.—excused | Kelly—present | Pohutsky—present | Wegela—present |
Carter, T.—present | 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—present |
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
Pastor Benjamin Oliviera, Senior Pastor of New Era Reformed Church in New Era, offered the following invocation:
“Heavenly Father,
You are the Creator of all things, the heavens above and the earth below. You are great and Your kingdom is an everlasting Kingdom. There is none like You, Lord! You give all of us life and breath and everything else. In You Lord, we live and move and have our being. You appoint the times and the seasons so that we would seek You in all that we do. So today Lord, we seek You. Lord, You have called us all here today. We give You thanks!
I pray for these men and women, representatives of the people for the state of Michigan. I pray for their work and the decisions before them. I ask Father by Your power and by the Spirit that they would find solutions together for the benefit of the people of this great state that You have given us. I ask that they would not do what is right in their own eyes but what is right in Your eyes Lord. They will need Your Spirit to see what is good and pleasing to You. So Father, open eyes and hearts to what is good and pleasing to You.
Father, may You also open minds and hearts to the good news of Your Son, Jesus. Even more important than this work today before this body is the eternal destiny of all here. In Your boundless grace and compassion, awaken them to faith in Jesus, for there is no other name by which we are saved.
Grant them wisdom and accomplish Your good purposes through this body today and in the weeks to
come. I pray this in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen.”
Rep. Fitzgerald moved that Reps. Andrews, Brenda Carter, Foreman and Whitsett be excused from today’s
session.
The motion prevailed.
Rep. Posthumus moved that Rep. Thompson be excused from today’s session.
The motion prevailed.
The Speaker assumed the Chair.
Motions and Resolutions
By unanimous consent the House considered House Resolution No. 187 out of numerical order.
The Speaker, on behalf of the entire membership of the House of Representatives, offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 187.
A resolution of tribute for LaMar Lemmons Jr., former member of the Michigan House of Representatives. Whereas, It is with great sorrow that the members of this legislative body learned about the passing of LaMar Lemmons Jr. He will be remembered as a dedicated public servant and leader who loyally served his constituents in the Second Representative District, which consisted of the northern part of Detroit in Wayne
County; and
Whereas, LaMar Lemmons Jr. was born in Savage, Mississippi on June 23, 1936 to LaMar Sr. and Lucille Lemmons. After attending Detroit Public Schools, he loyally served his country for four years in the United States Air Force, including a stint at Ashiya Air Force Base in Japan. After being honorably discharged from military service, he returned to Detroit and attended the Detroit Institute of Technology. Mr. Lemmons worked on the assembly line at the Ford Motor Company but later moved to the Eppert Oil Company, from which he retired after a long and storied career. He later became the founder and President of Lemmons Transportation, a company he ran with his son LaMar Lemmons III; and
Whereas, LaMar Lemmons Jr. was first elected to the House of Representatives in 2004, where he faithfully served his constituents, and all of Michigan’s residents, dutifully until his retirement in 2010. During his tenure, he was a member of the committees on Commerce; Energy and Technology; Family and Children Services; Insurance; Military and Veterans Affairs and Homeland Security; and Senior Health, Security and Retirement. He also served as a member of the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules and the Michigan Legislative Black Caucus. As a member of one of the few father-son teams to serve in the Michigan House of Representatives at the same time, he served alongside his son, LaMar Lemmons III from 2005 to 2006; and
Whereas, LaMar Lemmons Jr. is survived by his devoted wife, Celestine; four children, LaMar III, Robert, Kenny, and Keey; a loving sister, Irma Jean Martin; and a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, family, and friends. His parents and daughter, Deborah, preceded him in death; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this resolution of tribute for LaMar Lemmons Jr., former member of the Michigan House of Representatives; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the family of LaMar Lemmons Jr. as evidence of our lasting esteem for his memory.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution, The resolution was adopted by unanimous standing vote.
Announcement by the Clerk of Printing and Enrollment
The Clerk announced that the following bills had been reproduced and made available electronically on Thursday, October 16:
House Bill No. 5098
Senate Bill Nos. 606 607 608 609 610 611 612 613 614 615
The Clerk announced that the following Senate bills had been received on Tuesday, October 21:
Senate Bill Nos. 277 330 456 596
Reports of Standing Committees
The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, by Rep. Outman, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4089, entitled
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by
adding section 16e.
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. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Hope, Koleszar, Grant, Miller and Wilson
Nays: None
The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, by Rep. Outman, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4351, entitled
A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled “Michigan memorial highway act,” (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2092) by
adding section 1087.
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. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Hope, Koleszar, Grant, Miller and Wilson
Nays: None
The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, by Rep. Outman, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4845, 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 promote safe and efficient travel for motor vehicle drivers, bicyclists, pedestrians, and other legal users of roads, streets, and highways; 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, local 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; to investigate and study the tolling of roads, streets, highways, or bridges; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending section 11c (MCL 247.661c), as amended by 2015 PA 182.
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. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Hope, Koleszar, Grant and Wilson
Nays: Rep. Miller
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, October 21, 2025
Present: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Hope, Koleszar, Grant, Miller and Wilson
Absent: Rep. Andrews Excused: Rep. Andrews
The Committee on Finance, by Rep. Tisdel, Chair, reported
House Bill No. 4799, entitled
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” by amending section 44b
(MCL 211.44b), as added by 1994 PA 297.
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.
Favorable Roll Call
To Report Out:
Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona and Schuette Nays: Rep. Paiz
COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE REPORT
The following report, submitted by Rep. Tisdel, Chair, of the Committee on Finance, was received and read:
Meeting held on: Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Present: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona, Schuette, Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley, Breen, Young and Paiz
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, October 21, 2025
Present: Reps. Smit, Fox, Outman, Alexander, Hoadley, Pavlov, Wooden, Koleszar and Xiong
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, October 21, 2025
Present: Reps. Schmaltz, Wozniak, Fox, Johnsen, Pavlov, Woolford, Young, Byrnes, Rheingans and Xiong Absent: Rep. Thompson
Excused: Rep. Thompson
Messages from the Senate
Senate Bill No. 277, entitled
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled “General sales tax act,” by amending section 25 (MCL 205.75), as
amended by 2025 PA 17.
The Senate has passed the bill.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Tourism.
Senate Bill No. 330, entitled
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending section 1307a
(MCL 600.1307a), as amended by 2023 PA 308. 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. 456, 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). The Senate has passed the bill.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
Senate Bill No. 596, entitled
A bill to amend 1984 PA 431, entitled “The management and budget act,” (MCL 18.1101 to 18.1594) by
adding section 364.
The Senate has passed the bill.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
Communications from State Officers
The following communications from the Secretary of State were received and read:
Notices of Filing Administrative Rules
September 19, 2025 In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2024-060-LR (Secretary of State Filing #25-09-04) on this date at 10:08 A.M. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
entitled, “Sanitarians Registration – General Rules”.
These rules become effective immediately after filing with the secretary of state unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the secretary of state.
September 29, 2025 In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2024-054-LR (Secretary of State Filing #25-09-05) on this date at 11:11 A.M. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
entitled, “Accountancy – General Rules”.
These rules become effective immediately after filing with the secretary of state unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the secretary of state.
October 2, 2025 In accordance with the requirements of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and Rules filed Administrative Rule #2023-031-LR (Secretary of State Filing #25-10-01) on this date at 10:07 A.M. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
entitled, “Board of Midwifery”.
These rules become effective immediately after filing with the secretary of state unless adopted under section 33, 44, or 45a(9) of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.233, 24.244, or 24.245a. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the secretary of state.
Sincerely, Jocelyn Benson Secretary of State
Lashana Threlkeld, Departmental Supervisor Office of the Great Seal
The communications were referred to the Clerk.
The following communication from the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy was received and read:
October 16, 2025 In accordance with Sections 17303(9) and 17317(9) of Part 173, Electronics, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended, attached is the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy’s (EGLE) Biennial Report on the Electronic Waste Recycling Fund Revenue and
Expenses for fiscal years 2024 and 2025.
If you need further information, please contact Tracy Kecskemeti, Acting Division Director, Materials Management Division, at 248-200-6469 or KecskemetiT@Michigan.gov; or you may contact me at 517-243-6195.
Phillip D. Roos, Director
The communication was referred to the Clerk.
Introduction of Bills
Reps. Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Aragona and Liberati introduced
House Bill No. 5099, entitled
A bill to amend 1985 PA 106, entitled “State convention facility development act,” by amending sections 10
and 20 (MCL 207.630 and 207.640), as amended by 2022 PA 276.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Economic Competitiveness.
Reps. Aragona and Tyrone Carter introduced
House Bill No. 5100, entitled
A bill to amend 2008 PA 554, entitled “Regional convention facility authority act,” by amending section 11
(MCL 141.1361), as amended by 2009 PA 63.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Economic Competitiveness.
Rep. Aragona introduced
House Bill No. 5101, entitled
A bill to amend 1996 PA 381, entitled “Brownfield redevelopment financing act,” by amending sections 2
and 14a (MCL 125.2652 and 125.2664a), as amended by 2023 PA 90.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Economic Competitiveness.
Announcements by the Clerk
October 16, 2025
Received from the Auditor General a copy of the:
Performance audit on the Michigan Sex Offender Registries, Michigan Department of State Police (551-0595-24), October 2025.
Scott E. Starr Clerk of the House
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 bill had been received on Tuesday, October 21:
Senate Bill No. 276
Messages from the Senate
Senate Bill No. 276, entitled
A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 40111a, 43520, 43521, 43522, 43523a, 43523b, 43524, 43525b, 43525c, 43527a, 43527b, 43528,
43528a, 43528b, 43529, 43531, 43532, 43532a, 43533, 43535, 43540a, 43540c, 43546, and 43553
(MCL 324.40111a, 324.43520, 324.43521, 324.43522, 324.43523a, 324.43523b, 324.43524, 324.43525b,
324.43525c, 324.43527a, 324.43527b, 324.43528, 324.43528a, 324.43528b, 324.43529, 324.43531,
324.43532, 324.43532a, 324.43533, 324.43535, 324.43540a, 324.43540c, 324.43546, and 324.43553),
section 40111a as amended by 2015 PA 265, section 43520 as amended by 2024 PA 96, section 43521 as amended by 2009 PA 69, section 43522 as amended by 1996 PA 585, section 43523a as amended by 2018 PA 3, sections 43523b, 43527a, and 43527b as added and sections 43524, 43528, 43528a, 43528b, 43529, 43531, 43535, and 43553 as amended by 2013 PA 108, section 43525b as amended by 2016 PA 462, section 43525c as amended by 2021 PA 6, section 43532 as amended by 2020 PA 271, section 43532a as amended by 2020 PA 270, section 43533 as amended by 2016 PA 463, section 43540a as amended by 2018 PA 237, section 43540c as added by 2005 PA 117, and section 43546 as amended by 2004 PA 587, and by adding section 503d.The Senate has passed the bill.
The bill was read a first time by its title and referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Tourism.
The Speaker called the Speaker Pro Tempore to the Chair.
Second Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 4484, entitled
A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled “The social welfare act,” (MCL 400.1 to 400.119b) by adding
section 109z.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Fox moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills. The motion prevailed.
House Bill No. 4690, entitled
A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code” by amending section 479a
(MCL 750.479a), as amended by 2012 PA 60.
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. Linting moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
House Bill No. 4691, entitled
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code” by amending section 602a
(MCL 257.602a), as amended by 1999 PA 73.
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. Mueller moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
House Bill No. 4422, entitled
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled “Michigan liquor control code of 1998” by amending section 205
(MCL 436.1205), as amended by 2022 PA 142.
Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-1) previously recommended by the Committee on Rules,
The substitute (H-1) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor. Rep. Wendzel moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills. The motion prevailed.
House Bill No. 4823, entitled
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled “Michigan liquor control code of 1998” by amending sections 105,
303, 526, 607, 609b, and 1025 (MCL 436.1105, 436.1303, 436.1526, 436.1607, 436.1609b, and 436.2025),
section 105 as amended by 2022 PA 226, section 303 as amended by 2018 PA 154, section 526 as amended
by 2020 PA 111, section 607 as amended by 2018 PA 417, section 609b as added by 2016 PA 81, and
section 1025 as amended by 2019 PA 131, and by adding section 412.
Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-1) previously recommended by the Committee on Rules,
The substitute (H-1) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor. Rep. Aragona moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills. The motion prevailed.
House Bill No. 4824, entitled
A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled “Michigan liquor control code of 1998” by amending section 105
(MCL 436.1105), as amended by 2022 PA 226, and by adding section 604.
Was read a second time, and the question being on the adoption of the proposed substitute (H-3) previously recommended by the Committee on Rules,
The substitute (H-3) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor. Rep. Bierlein moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills.
The motion prevailed.
House Bill No. 4045, entitled
A bill to enact the uniform public expression protection act; and to provide protections and remedies to persons sued for exercising rights to expression and other constitutionally protected rights.
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. Hope 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
Motions and Resolutions
By unanimous consent the House considered House Resolution No. 184 out of numerical order.
Reps. Woolford, Robinson, Kelly, Kunse, Jaime Greene, Maddock, Alexander, Cavitt, BeGole, Rigas, Schmaltz, Outman, Johnsen, Bruck and VanderWall offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 184.
A resolution to urge the United States Congress to swiftly pass House Bill 1156, the Pandemic Unemployment Fraud Enforcement Act, to ensure that federal and state authorities have sufficient time to hold fraudsters accountable and recover stolen taxpayer funds.
Whereas, During COVID-19, states across the country saw unprecedented levels of fraud in pandemic unemployment programs. These programs were targeted by organized crime rings and fraudsters, with losses estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars nationwide; and
Whereas, Michigan was not immune from fraudulent claims for pandemic unemployment benefits. A 2021 report estimated that the state’s Unemployment Insurance Agency paid 8.4 to 8.51 billion dollars in potentially fraudulent unemployment benefits during COVID-19. This included 2.7 to 2.8 billion dollars paid in claims involving likely imposter fraud and 5.6 to 5.7 billion dollars paid in claims involving likely intentional misrepresentation fraud. In December 2023, the Office of the Auditor General found that between January 2020 and October 2022, Michigan paid out 245.1 million dollars to individuals potentially ineligible for benefits, including those who were incarcerated, deceased, or residing in long-term care facilities; and
Whereas, The statute of limitations on federal prosecutions for non-capital offenses is five years. However, pandemic unemployment fraud cases involve a multitude of layers, including identify theft, interstate crime, and money laundering schemes. These actions can take years to investigate and prosecute properly – five years is simply not enough time; and
Whereas, The Pandemic Unemployment Fraud Enforcement Act seeks to extend the statute of limitations for prosecuting fraud in pandemic unemployment programs from five years to ten years. Extending the statute of limitations will give investigators more time to track down fraud and recover misused funds. Without extended enforcement, many cases will expire before justice can be served; and
Whereas, Extending enforcement authority protects taxpayers from the long-term financial harm of these crimes. Honest taxpayers should not be forced to carry the burden of government mismanagement and criminal fraud. Every dollar recovered is a dollar that can go towards schools, infrastructure, and families in need. Ensuring fraud is punished strengthens public confidence in government safety-net programs for families who truly need help; and
Whereas, Combating fraud should not be a partisan issue. Both parties should agree that protecting taxpayers and enforcing the law are fundamental responsibilities of government. By adopting this resolution, this chamber will not only demonstrate leadership in demanding accountability at the federal level, but it will also show that it stands with taxpayers; and
Whereas, Passing the Pandemic Unemployment Fraud Enforcement Act will be about accountability in government programs and deterring future acts of fraud, and it will protect taxpayer dollars and restore trust in public assistance programs. A longer enforcement window sends a strong message – fraud against taxpayers will be pursued relentlessly; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we urge the United States Congress to swiftly pass House Bill 1156, the Pandemic Unemployment Fraud Enforcement Act, to ensure that federal and state authorities have sufficient time to hold fraudsters accountable and recover stolen taxpayer funds; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to 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 was referred to Committee on Government Operations.
Rep. Posthumus moved that Rule 71 be suspended and the resolution be considered at this time. The motion prevailed, 3/5 of the members present voting therefor.
Reps. Aragona, DeBoyer, Pavlov, Prestin, Harris, St. Germaine, Wozniak, Roth, Beson, Schmaltz, Frisbie, Markkanen, Bohnak, Johnsen, DeSana, McFall, Linting, Borton, Cavitt, Maddock, Liberati, Herzberg, VanderWall, Thompson, Fox and Schuette offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 183.
A resolution to declare October 2025 as Italian-American Appreciation Month in the state of Michigan.
Whereas, The state of Michigan recognizes the importance of celebrating our country’s rich Italian heritage and the significant contributions of Italian-Americans communities to our history, culture, and growth as a nation; and
Whereas, Columbus Day has long been observed as a day to honor the spirit of exploration, discovery, and perseverance that has shaped the United States and inspired generations of Americans; and
Whereas, Christopher Columbus, a visionary navigator and courageous explorer, opened the door to a new era of discovery, courage, and progress, embodying the spirit of adventure and determination that continues to inspire generations of Americans; and
Whereas, The holiday also serves as a celebration of the Italian-American community, whose traditions,
values, and hard work have greatly influenced Michigan’s culture, economy, and civic life; and
Whereas, Italian immigration has played a vital role in shaping strong neighborhoods, parishes, and cultural institutions, while also contributing significantly to the growth of industry, small business, and public service in our state; and
Whereas, Italian immigrants and their descendants have enriched Michigan through their dedication to family, faith, and community, leaving a lasting mark on the arts, labor, media, politics, and education; and
Whereas, The celebration of Columbus Day highlights not only the broader American vision, but also the unique story of Italian immigration to Michigan, reminding us of the resilience, determination, and pride of those who left their homeland to build a better future; and
Whereas, Michigan, with its proud and active Italian-American community, joins states and communities across the nation in recognizing Columbus Day as a symbol of exploration, resilience, cultural heritage, and the enduring contributions of Italian immigrants; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare October 2025 as Italian-American Appreciation Month in the state of Michigan. We recognize this month as a celebration of the achievements and contributions of Italian-Americans and Italian immigrants who have helped build and strengthen our state and country.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution, The resolution was adopted.
Reps. Young, Breen, Glanville, Longjohn, MacDonell, Mentzer, Miller, Morgan, Myers-Phillips, Paiz, Paquette, Rheingans, Rigas, Rogers, Schuette, Skaggs, Witwer and Xiong offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 185.
A resolution to declare October 2025 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the state of Michigan. Whereas, According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV), Domestic Violence
Awareness Month was launched nationwide in October 1981 by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV) as a way to connect and unite individuals and organizations working on domestic violence issues and raise awareness for those issues; and
Whereas, NCADV defines domestic violence as the willful intimidation, physical assault, battery, sexual assault, and/or other abusive behavior as part of a systematic pattern of power and control perpetrated by one intimate partner against another. It includes physical violence, sexual violence, psychological violence, and emotional abuse; and
Whereas, Domestic violence impacts individuals in every community of our state, regardless of age, economic status, sexual orientation, gender, race, religion, or nationality; and
Whereas, Perpetrators of domestic violence intentionally engage in a pattern of behavior to exert coercive control in intimate partner relationships, violating the fundamental human rights of those they abuse; and
Whereas, According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 41 percent of women have experienced and reported domestic violence during their lifetime. In 2018, Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) accounted for 20 percent of all violent crimes. In Michigan, 69,763 incidents of domestic violence were reported to police in 2022, according to the Michigan State Police Criminal Justice Information Center, with the majority of incidents occurring between intimate or formerly intimate partners; and
Whereas, The economic cost to the individual and society is substantial. The CDC estimates that the lifetime economic cost associated with medical services for IPV-related injuries, lost productivity from paid work, criminal justice, and other costs, is $3.6 trillion; and
Whereas, While throughout the last three decades, much progress has been made to support domestic violence victims and survivors and to hold abusers accountable, continued awareness, education, and action are crucial to intervention in and prevention of domestic violence; and
Whereas, The recent murder of Latricia Green at her workplace at Henry Ford Hospital by her ex-husband illustrates we have much work to do. She only received a Personal Protection (PPO) on her second attempt, but it was never served to her ex-husband; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare October 2025 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution,
Rep. Young moved to substitute (H-1) the resolution as follows:
Substitute for House Resolution No. 185.
A resolution to declare October 2025 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the state of Michigan. Whereas, According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV), Domestic Violence
Awareness Month was launched nationwide in October 1981 by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV) as a way to connect and unite individuals and organizations working on domestic violence issues and raise awareness for those issues; and
Whereas, NCADV defines domestic violence as the willful intimidation, physical assault, battery, sexual assault, and/or other abusive behavior as part of a systematic pattern of power and control perpetrated by one intimate partner against another. It includes physical violence, sexual violence, psychological violence, and emotional abuse; and
Whereas, Domestic violence impacts individuals in every community of our state, regardless of age, economic status, sexual orientation, gender, race, religion, or nationality; and
Whereas, Perpetrators of domestic violence intentionally engage in a pattern of behavior to exert coercive control in intimate partner relationships, violating the fundamental human rights of those they abuse; and
Whereas, According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 41 percent of women have experienced and reported domestic violence during their lifetime. In 2018, Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) accounted for 20 percent of all violent crimes. In Michigan, 69,763 incidents of domestic violence were reported to police in 2022, according to the Michigan State Police Criminal Justice Information Center, with the majority of incidents occurring between intimate or formerly intimate partners; and
Whereas, The economic cost to the individual and society is substantial. The CDC estimates that the lifetime economic cost associated with medical services for IPV-related injuries, lost productivity from paid work, criminal justice, and other costs, is $3.6 trillion; and
Whereas, While throughout the last three decades, much progress has been made to support domestic violence victims and survivors and to hold abusers accountable, continued awareness, education, and action are crucial to intervention in and prevention of domestic violence; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare October 2025 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.
The motion prevailed and the substitute (H-1) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution, The resolution was adopted.
Reps. Bohnak, Breen, Morgan, Paiz, Rogers and Skaggs offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 186.
A resolution to declare October 16, 2025, as Community Dispute Resolution Day in the state of Michigan. Whereas, Alternative dispute resolution covers mediation, arbitration, facilitation, restorative practices,
collaborative decision-making, and other effective ways to address conflict; and
Whereas, The conflict resolution process enables individuals, families, communities, organizations, and businesses to enhance communication and develop solutions that address the needs and interests of all parties involved; and
Whereas Conflict resolution is taught and practiced by individuals across Michigan and around the world in schools, community colleges, universities, law schools, and graduate programs, both as a method for resolving disputes and as a pathway to fostering a more peaceful society; and
Whereas, Community-based programs serve an essential role in resolving neighborhood and community conflicts in a fair and equitable manner, thereby strengthening local relationships and reducing the burden of costly litigation on both the parties and the courts; and
Whereas, Michigan Public Act 260 of 1988, known as the Community Dispute Resolution Act, authorized the creation of Community Dispute Resolution Centers across the state, to operate under the oversight and administration of the Michigan Supreme Court and the Michigan Community Mediation Association; and
Whereas, The State Court Administrative Office’s Office of Dispute Resolution oversees and supports sixteen centers across Michigan that provide conciliation, mediation, and other forms of alternative dispute resolution to citizens, schools, and businesses throughout the state; and
Whereas, Thousands of dedicated professionals and volunteers have served as mediators, facilitators, and conciliators in a wide range of cases, helping parties reach mutually satisfactory resolutions efficiently and at reduced cost; and
Whereas, Recognizing these efforts offers an important opportunity to raise public awareness of peaceful and constructive methods for resolving interpersonal and intergroup conflicts of all kinds; now, therefore, be it Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare October 16, 2025, as Community Dispute Resolution Day in Michigan. We recognize Marquette Alger Resolution Service and the other fifteen mediation centers in the state for 32 years of providing mediation services to Michigan
citizens.
The question being on the adoption of the resolution, The resolution was adopted.
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 Bill No. 4361.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor. The bill was placed on the order of Second Reading of Bills.
Second Reading of Bills
Pending the Second Reading of
House Bill No. 4361, entitled
A bill to amend 1939 PA 3, entitled “An act to provide for the regulation and control of public and certain private utilities and other services affected with a public interest within this state; to provide for alternative energy suppliers; to provide for licensing; to include municipally owned utilities and other providers of energy under certain provisions of this act; to create a public service commission and to prescribe and define its powers and duties; to abolish the Michigan public utilities commission and to confer the powers and duties vested by law on the public service commission; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to provide for the continuance, transfer, and completion of certain matters and proceedings; to abolish automatic adjustment clauses; to prohibit certain rate increases without notice and hearing; to qualify residential energy conservation programs permitted under state law for certain federal exemption; to create a fund; to encourage the utilization of resource recovery facilities; to prohibit certain acts and practices of providers of energy; to allow for the securitization of stranded costs; to reduce rates; to provide for appeals; to provide appropriations; to declare the effect and purpose of this act; to prescribe remedies and penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts,” by amending section 10p (MCL 460.10p), as amended by 2016 PA 341.
Rep. Posthumus moved that the bill be re-referred to the Committee on Energy. The motion prevailed.
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 Bill No. 4363.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor. The bill was placed on the order of Second Reading of Bills.
Second Reading of Bills
Pending the Second Reading of
House Bill No. 4363, entitled
A bill to repeal 2024 PA 68, entitled “Homeowners’ energy policy act,” (MCL 559.301 to 559.317)
Rep. Posthumus moved that the bill be re-referred to the Committee on Energy. The motion prevailed.
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 Bill No. 4486.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor. The bill was placed on the order of Second Reading of Bills.
Second Reading of Bills
Pending the Second Reading of
House Bill No. 4486, entitled
A bill to prohibit municipalities from imposing a ban on the use of natural gas or the installation of natural gas infrastructure; to provide for the powers and duties of certain local governmental officers and entities; and to provide that certain local ordinances, resolutions, or policies are void and unenforceable.
Rep. Posthumus moved that the bill be re-referred to the Committee on Energy. The motion prevailed.
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 Bill No. 4526.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor. The bill was placed on the order of Second Reading of Bills.
Second Reading of Bills
Pending the Second Reading of
House Bill No. 4526, entitled
A bill to amend 1980 PA 87, entitled “The uniform condemnation procedures act,” by amending section 6
(MCL 213.56), as amended by 1996 PA 474.
Rep. Posthumus moved that the bill be re-referred to the Committee on Energy. The motion prevailed.
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 Bill No. 4590.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor. The bill was placed on the order of Second Reading of Bills.
Second Reading of Bills
Pending the Second Reading of
House Bill No. 4590, entitled
A bill to amend 2008 PA 295, entitled “Clean and renewable energy and energy waste reduction act,” by
amending section 5 (MCL 460.1005), as amended by 2023 PA 235, and by adding part 9. Rep. Posthumus moved that the bill be re-referred to the Committee on Energy.
The motion prevailed.
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 Bill No. 4709.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor. The bill was placed on the order of Second Reading of Bills.
Second Reading of Bills
Pending the Second Reading of
House Bill No. 4709, entitled
A bill to amend 2008 PA 295, entitled “Clean and renewable energy and energy waste reduction act,”
(MCL 460.1001 to 460.1232) by amending the title, as amended by 2023 PA 235, and by adding section 55. Rep. Posthumus moved that the bill be re-referred to the Committee on Energy.
The motion prevailed.
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 Bill No. 4787.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor. The bill was placed on the order of Second Reading of Bills.
Second Reading of Bills
Pending the Second Reading of
House Bill No. 4787, entitled
A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” (MCL 211.1 to 211.155) by adding
section 7yy.
Rep. Posthumus moved that the bill be referred to the Committee on Energy. The motion prevailed.
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 Bill No. 4788.
The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor. The bill was placed on the order of Second Reading of Bills.
Second Reading of Bills
Pending the Second Reading of
House Bill No. 4788, entitled
A bill to provide for the exemption of certain property from certain taxes; to levy and collect a specific tax on the owners of certain property; to provide for the disposition of the tax; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities; and to provide penalties.
Rep. Posthumus moved that the bill be referred to the Committee on Energy. The motion prevailed.
Pending the Second Reading of
House Bill No. 4346, entitled
A bill to amend 2019 PA 152, entitled “Lawful internet gaming act,” by amending section 15
(MCL 432.315).
Rep. Posthumus moved that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed.
Pending the Second Reading of
House Bill No. 4347, entitled
A bill to amend 1995 PA 279, entitled “Horse racing law of 1995,” by amending sections 2 and 20
(MCL 431.302 and 431.320), section 2 as amended by 2016 PA 271 and section 20 as amended by
2019 PA 153.
Rep. Posthumus moved that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed.
House Bill No. 4375, entitled
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled “Use tax act,” by amending section 2 (MCL 205.92), as amended by
2023 PA 94.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Frisbie moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 7, line 19, after “is” by striking out the balance of the subparagraph and inserting “easily carried and can store, transmit, or process data, such as smartphones, cellular phones, laptops, tablets, smartwatches, gaming consoles, digital cameras, fitness trackers, portable media players, digital audio players, personal digital assistants, pagers, cameras, and electronic readers.”.
The motion prevailed and the amendment was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Weiss moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 10, following line 21, by inserting:
“Sec. 21. (1) Except as otherwise provided in this section, all money received and collected under this act must be deposited by the department in the state treasury to the credit of the general fund, to be disbursed only by appropriations by the legislature.
The collections from the use tax imposed at the additional rate of 2% approved by the electors on March 15, 1994 must be deposited in the state school aid fund.
In addition to the money deposited in the state school aid fund under subsection (2), from the money received and collected under this act for the state share, an amount equal to the sum of the following, as determined by the department, must be deposited in the state school aid fund:
All revenue lost under the state education tax act, 1993 PA 331, MCL 211.901 to 211.906, as a result of the exemption of personal property under sections 9m, 9n, and 9o of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.9m, 211.9n, and 211.9o.
All revenue lost from basic school operating mills as a result of the exemption of personal property under sections 9m, 9n, and 9o of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.9m, 211.9n, and 211.9o.
All revenue lost to the state school aid fund as a result of the exemption under section 4(1)(gg).
All revenue lost to the state school aid fund as a result of the exemption under section 4cc. A person that claims an exemption under section 4cc shall report the purchase price of the data center equipment as that term is defined in section 4cc and any other information necessary to determine the amount of revenue lost to the state school aid fund as a result of the exemption under section 4cc annually on a form at the time and in a manner prescribed by the department. The report required under this subdivision must not include any remittance for tax and does not constitute a return or otherwise alleviate the person’s obligations under section 6.
All revenue lost to the state school aid fund as a result of the exclusion under section 2(1)(f)( xv)
and (xvi).
Money received and collected under this act for the local community stabilization share is not state funds, must not be credited to the state treasury, and must be transmitted to the authority for deposit in the treasury of the authority, to be disbursed by the authority only as authorized under the local community stabilization authority act, 2014 PA 86, MCL 123.1341 to 123.1362. The local community stabilization share is a local tax, not a state tax, and money received and collected for the local community stabilization share is money of the authority and not money of this state.
Beginning October 1, 2016 and the first day of each calendar quarter thereafter, from the money received and collected under this act for the state share, an amount equal to the collections for the calendar quarter that is 2 calendar quarters immediately preceding the current calendar quarter of the tax imposed under this act at the additional rate of 2% approved by the electors on March 15, 1994 from the use, storage, or consumption of aviation fuel must be distributed as follows:
An amount equal to 35% of the collections of the tax imposed at a rate of 2% on the use, storage, or consumption of aviation fuel must be deposited in the state aeronautics fund and must be expended, on appropriation, only for those purposes authorized in the aeronautics code of the state of Michigan, 1945 PA 327, MCL 259.1 to 259.208.
An amount equal to 65% of the collections of the tax imposed at a rate of 2% on the use, storage, or consumption of aviation fuel must be deposited in the qualified airport fund and must be expended, on appropriation, only for those purposes authorized under section 35 of the aeronautics code of the state of Michigan, 1945 PA 327, MCL 259.35.
The department shall, on an annual basis, reconcile the amounts distributed under subsection (5) during each fiscal year with the amounts actually collected for a particular fiscal year and shall make any necessary adjustments, positive or negative, to the amounts to be distributed for the next successive calendar quarter that begins January 1. The state treasurer or the state treasurer’s designee shall annually provide to the operator of each qualified airport a report of the reconciliation performed under this subsection. The reconciliation report is subject to the confidentiality restrictions and penalties provided in section 28(1)(f) of 1941 PA 122, MCL 205.28.
Beginning with the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024 and each fiscal year thereafter, from the money received and collected under this act for the state share, $75,000,000.00 must be deposited into the local government reimbursement fund created in section 3a of the Michigan trust fund act, 2000 PA 489, MCL 12.253a.
As used in this section:
“Aviation fuel” means fuel as that term is defined in section 4 of the aeronautics code of the state of
Michigan, 1945 PA 327, MCL 259.4.
“Qualified airport” means that term as defined in section 109 of the aeronautics code of the state of
Michigan, 1945 PA 327, MCL 259.109.
“Qualified airport fund” means the qualified airport fund created in section 34(2) of the aeronautics
code of the state of Michigan, 1945 PA 327, MCL 259.34.
“State aeronautics fund” means the state aeronautics fund created in section 34(1) of the aeronautics
code of the state of Michigan, 1945 PA 327, MCL 259.34.
“State school aid fund” means the state school aid fund established in section 11 of article IX of the state constitution of 1963.”.
The motion did not prevail and the amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Rep. Brixie moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 7, line 17, after “purchaser.” by inserting “In addition to the money received and collected under this act for the local community stabilization share under section 21(4), an amount equal to the revenue lost to the local community stabilization share as a result of the exclusion under this subparagraph must be transmitted to the authority for deposit in the treasury of the authority, to be disbursed by the authority only as authorized under the local community stabilization authority act, 2014 PA 86, MCL 123.1341 to 123.1362.”.
The motion did not prevail and the amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Rep. Frisbie moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills. The motion prevailed.
House Bill No. 4376, entitled
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled “General sales tax act,” by amending section 1 (MCL 205.51), as
amended by 2023 PA 20.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Snyder moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 6, line 19, after “is” by striking out the balance of the subparagraph and inserting “easily carried and can store, transmit, or process data, such as smartphones, cellular telephones, laptops, tablets, smartwatches, gaming consoles, digital cameras, fitness trackers, portable media players, digital audio players, personal digital assistants, pagers, cameras, and electronic readers.”.
The motion prevailed and the amendment was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Weiss moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 9, following line 9, by inserting:
“Sec. 25. (1) All money received and collected under this act must be deposited by the department in the
state treasury to the credit of the general fund, except as otherwise provided in this section.
Fifteen percent of the collections of the tax imposed at a rate of 4% must be distributed to cities, villages, and townships pursuant to the Glenn Steil state revenue sharing act of 1971, 1971 PA 140, MCL 141.901 to 141.921.
Sixty percent of the collections of the tax imposed at a rate of 4% must be deposited in the state school aid fund and distributed as provided by law. In addition, all of the collections of the tax imposed at the additional rate of 2% approved by the electors on March 15, 1994 must be deposited in the state school aid fund.
Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, not less than 27.9% of 25% of the collections of the general sales tax imposed at a rate of 4% directly or indirectly on fuels sold to propel motor vehicles upon highways, on the sale of motor vehicles, and on the sale of the parts and accessories of motor vehicles by new and used car businesses, used car businesses, accessory dealer businesses, and gasoline station businesses as classified by the department must be deposited each year into the comprehensive transportation fund. For the
fiscal year ending September 30, 2021 only, the amount deposited into the comprehensive transportation fund under this subsection must be reduced by $18,000,000.00 and that $18,000,000.00 must be deposited into the transportation administration collection fund.
Beginning October 1, 2016 and the first day of each calendar quarter thereafter, an amount equal to the collections for the calendar quarter that is 2 calendar quarters immediately preceding the current calendar quarter of the tax imposed under this act at the additional rate of 2% approved by the electors on March 15, 1994 from the sale at retail of aviation fuel must be distributed as follows:
An amount equal to 35% of the collections of the tax imposed at a rate of 2% on the sale at retail of aviation fuel must be deposited in the state aeronautics fund and must be expended, on appropriation, only for those purposes authorized in the aeronautics code of the state of Michigan, 1945 PA 327, MCL 259.1 to 259.208.
An amount equal to 65% of the collections of the tax imposed at a rate of 2% on the sale at retail of aviation fuel must be deposited in the qualified airport fund and must be expended, on appropriation, only for those purposes authorized under section 35 of the aeronautics code of the state of Michigan, 1945 PA 327, MCL 259.35.
The department shall, on an annual basis, reconcile the amounts distributed under subsection (5) during each fiscal year with the amounts actually collected for a particular fiscal year and shall make any necessary adjustments, positive or negative, to the amounts to be distributed for the next successive calendar quarter that begins January 1. The state treasurer or the state treasurer’s designee shall annually provide to the operator of each qualified airport a report of the reconciliation performed under this subsection. The reconciliation report is subject to the confidentiality restrictions and penalties provided in section 28(1)(f) of 1941 PA 122, MCL 205.28.
An amount equal to the collections of the tax imposed at a rate of 4% under this act from the sale at retail of computer software must be deposited in the Michigan health initiative fund created in section 5911 of the public health code, 1978 PA 368, MCL 333.5911, and must be considered in addition to, and is not intended as a replacement for any other money appropriated to the department of health and human services. The funds deposited in the Michigan health initiative fund on an annual basis must not be less than
$9,000,000.00 or more than $12,000,000.00.
In addition to the money deposited in the state school aid fund under subsection (3), from the collections of the tax imposed at a rate of 4% under this act, an amount equal to the sum of the following, as determined by the department, must be deposited into the state school aid fund:
All revenue lost to the state school aid fund as a result of the exemption under section 4a(1)(u).
All revenue lost to the state school aid fund as a result of the exemption under section 4ee. A person that claims an exemption under section 4ee shall report the sales price of the data center equipment as that term is defined in section 4ee and any other information necessary to determine the amount of revenue lost to the state school aid fund as a result of the exemption under section 4ee annually on a form at the time and in a manner prescribed by the department. The report required under this subdivision must not include any remittance for tax, and does not constitute a return or otherwise alleviate any obligations under section 6.
All revenue lost to the state school aid fund as a result of the exclusion under section 1(1)(d)( xv)
and (xvi).
All revenue lost to the state school aid fund as a result of both of the following:
The exemption under section 4gg.
The exemption under section 4gg of the use tax act, 1937 PA 94, MCL 205.94gg.
The balance in the state general fund shall be disbursed only on an appropriation or appropriations by the legislature.
As used in this section:
“Aviation fuel” means fuel as that term is defined in section 4 of the aeronautics code of the state of
Michigan, 1945 PA 327, MCL 259.4.
“Comprehensive transportation fund” means the comprehensive transportation fund created in section 10b
of 1951 PA 51, MCL 247.660b.
“Qualified airport” means that term as defined in section 109 of the aeronautics code of the state of
Michigan, 1945 PA 327, MCL 259.109.
“Qualified airport fund” means the qualified airport fund created in section 34(2) of the aeronautics
code of the state of Michigan, 1945 PA 327, MCL 259.34.
“State aeronautics fund” means the state aeronautics fund created in section 34(1) of the aeronautics
code of the state of Michigan, 1945 PA 327, MCL 259.34.
“State school aid fund” means the state school aid fund established in section 11 of article IX of the state
constitution of 1963.
“Transportation administration collection fund” means the transportation administration collection fund created in section 810b of the Michigan vehicle code, 1949 PA 300, MCL 257.810b.”.
The motion did not prevail and the amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Rep. Brixie moved to amend the bill as follows:
1. Amend page 6, line 17, after “purchaser.” by inserting “In addition to the money distributed to cities, villages, and townships under section 25(2), from the collections of the tax imposed at the rate of 4% under this act, an amount equal to the revenue lost to cities, villages, and townships as a result of the exclusion under this subparagraph must be distributed to cities, villages, and townships pursuant to the Glenn Steil state revenue sharing act of 1971, 1971 PA 140, MCL 141.901 to 141.921.”.
The motion did not prevail and the amendment was not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Rep. Snyder moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills. The motion prevailed.
Rep. Posthumus moved that Rep. Wortz be excused temporarily from today’s session.
The motion prevailed.
By unanimous consent the House returned to the order of
Third Reading of Bills
Rep. Posthumus moved that House Bill No. 4375 be placed on its immediate passage. The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
House Bill No. 4375, entitled
A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled “Use tax act,” by amending section 2 (MCL 205.92), as amended by
2023 PA 94.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays as follows:
Roll Call No. 253 Yeas—71
Alexander | Fitzgerald | Maddock | Schuette |
Aragona | Fox | Markkanen | Skaggs |
Arbit | Frisbie | Martin | Slagh |
BeGole | Green, P. | McFall | Smit |
Beson | Greene, J. | Meerman | Snyder |
Bierlein | Hall | Miller | St. Germaine |
Bohnak | Harris | Mueller | Steckloff |
Bollin | Herzberg | Neyer | Steele |
Borton | Hoadley | Outman | Tate |
Bruck | Hoskins | Paquette | Tisdel |
Carra | Jenkins-Arno | Pavlov | Tsernoglou |
Carter, T. | Johnsen | Posthumus | VanderWall |
Cavitt | Kelly | Prestin | VanWoerkom |
DeBoer | Kuhn | Rigas | Wendzel |
DeBoyer | Kunse | Robinson | Witwer |
DeSana | Liberati | Roth | Woolford |
Fairbairn | Lightner | Schmaltz | Wozniak |
Farhat | Linting | Schriver |
Nays—33
Breen | Hope | Myers-Phillips | Rogers |
Brixie | Koleszar | Neeley | Scott |
Byrnes | Longjohn | O’Neal | Wegela |
Coffia | MacDonell | Paiz | Weiss |
Conlin | Martus | Pohutsky | Wilson |
Dievendorf | McKinney | Price | Wooden |
Edwards | Mentzer | Puri | Xiong |
Glanville | Morgan | Rheingans | Young |
Grant |
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. Glanville, having reserved the right to explain her protest against the passage of the bill, made the following statement:
“Mr. Speaker and members of the House:
While I support the trade-in tax exemption. I am voting no on this bill because the amendment to protect any loss to school funding was not adopted. This amendment would not only support the intent of providing tax relief to consumers but also protect schools from any potential loss of funding by guaranteeing such loss would be back filled via other revenues. Our schools, our students, our future deserve a fully funded education system.”
Rep. Posthumus moved that House Bill No. 4376 be placed on its immediate passage. The motion prevailed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
House Bill No. 4376, entitled
A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled “General sales tax act,” by amending section 1 (MCL 205.51), as
amended by 2023 PA 20.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays as follows:
Roll Call No. 254 Yeas—71
Alexander | Fitzgerald | Maddock | Schuette |
Aragona | Fox | Markkanen | Skaggs |
Arbit | Frisbie | Martin | Slagh |
BeGole | Green, P. | McFall | Smit |
Beson | Greene, J. | Meerman | Snyder |
Bierlein | Hall | Miller | St. Germaine |
Bohnak | Harris | Mueller | Steckloff |
Bollin | Herzberg | Neyer | Steele |
Borton | Hoadley | Outman | Tate |
Bruck | Hoskins | Paquette | Tisdel |
Carra | Jenkins-Arno | Pavlov | Tsernoglou |
Carter, T. | Johnsen | Posthumus | VanderWall |
Cavitt | Kelly | Prestin | VanWoerkom |
DeBoer | Kuhn | Rigas | Wendzel |
DeBoyer | Kunse | Robinson | Witwer |
DeSana | Liberati | Roth | Woolford |
Fairbairn | Lightner | Schmaltz | Wozniak |
Farhat | Linting | Schriver |
Nays—33
Breen | Hope | Myers-Phillips | Rogers |
Brixie | Koleszar | Neeley | Scott |
Byrnes | Longjohn | O’Neal | Wegela |
Coffia | MacDonell | Paiz | Weiss |
Conlin | Martus | Pohutsky | Wilson |
Dievendorf | McKinney | Price | Wooden |
Edwards | Mentzer | Puri | Xiong |
Glanville Grant | Morgan | Rheingans | Young |
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. Glanville, having reserved the right to explain her protest against the passage of the bill, made the following statement:
“Mr. Speaker and members of the House:
While I support the trade-in tax exemption. I am voting no on this bill because the amendment to protect any loss to school funding was not adopted. This amendment would not only support the intent of providing tax relief to consumers but also protect schools from any potential loss of funding by guaranteeing such loss would be back filled via other revenues. Our schools, our students, our future deserve a fully funded education system.”
Second Reading of Bills
House Bill No. 4747, entitled
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” by amending section 30 (MCL 206.30), as
amended by 2023 PA 4.
The bill was read a second time.
Rep. Hoskins moved to amend the bill as follows:
Amend page 8, line 18, after “not” by inserting “prohibited under section 2 of article VIII of the state constitution of 1963 or”.
Amend page 9, line 11, after “was” by inserting “in violation of section 2 of article VIII of the state constitution of 1963 or”.
The motion did not prevail and the amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Rep. Weiss moved to amend the bill as follows:
Amend page 24, following line 18, by inserting:
“(12) In addition to the money deposited in the state school aid fund under section 51, from the revenue collected under this part, an amount equal to the sum of the revenue lost to the state school aid fund as a result of the exclusions under section 1(1)(d)(xvi) of the general sales tax act, 1933 PA 167, MCL 205.75, and section 2(1)(f)(xvi) of the use tax act, 1937 PA 94, MCL 205.111, must be deposited into the state school aid fund.” and renumbering the remaining subsection.
Amend page 24, following line 23, by inserting:
“(c) “State school aid fund” means the state school aid fund established in section 11 of article IX
of the state constitution of 1963.” and relettering the remaining subdivision.
The motion did not prevail and the amendments were not adopted, a majority of the members serving not voting therefor.
Rep. Tisdel moved to substitute (H-1) the bill.
The motion prevailed and the substitute (H-1) was adopted, a majority of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Tisdel moved that the bill be placed on the order of Third Reading of Bills. The motion prevailed.
Rep. Posthumus 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. 4747, entitled
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967,” by amending section 30 (MCL 206.30), as
amended by 2023 PA 4.
Was read a third time and passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, by yeas and nays as follows:
Roll Call No. 255 Yeas—72
Alexander | Farhat | Maddock | Schuette |
Aragona | Fitzgerald | Markkanen | Skaggs |
Arbit | Fox | Martin | Slagh |
BeGole | Frisbie | Meerman | Smit |
Beson | Green, P. | Mentzer | Snyder |
Bierlein | Greene, J. | Miller | St. Germaine |
Bohnak | Hall | Mueller | Steckloff |
Bollin | Harris | Neyer | Steele |
Borton | Herzberg | Outman | Tisdel |
Breen | Hoadley | Paquette | Tsernoglou |
Bruck | Jenkins-Arno | Pavlov | VanderWall |
Carra | Johnsen | Posthumus | VanWoerkom |
Cavitt | Kelly | Prestin | Wendzel |
Conlin | Kuhn | Rigas | Witwer |
DeBoer | Kunse | Robinson | Wooden |
DeBoyer | Liberati | Roth | Woolford |
DeSana | Lightner | Schmaltz | Wozniak |
Fairbairn | Linting | Schriver | Xiong |
Nays—32
Brixie | Hope | Morgan | Rheingans |
Byrnes | Hoskins | Myers-Phillips | Rogers |
Carter, T. | Koleszar | Neeley | Scott |
Coffia | Longjohn | O’Neal | Tate |
Dievendorf | MacDonell | Paiz | Wegela |
Edwards | Martus | Pohutsky | Weiss |
Glanville | McFall | Price | Wilson |
Grant | McKinney | Puri | Young |
In The Chair: Smit
The question being on agreeing to the title of the bill,
Rep. Posthumus moved to amend the title to read as follows:
A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled “Income tax act of 1967” by amending section 30 (MCL 206.30), as
amended by 2025 PA 24. The motion prevailed.
The House agreed to the title as amended.
Rep. Posthumus moved that the bill be given immediate effect. The motion prevailed, 2/3 of the members serving voting therefor.
Rep. Glanville, having reserved the right to explain her protest against the passage of the bill, made the following statement:
“Mr. Speaker and members of the House:
While I support the intent of this bill, the amendment to backfill any potential loss to school funding was not adopted. This amendment would be a win win - allowing Michiganders to take advantage of additional savings vehicles AND protect school funding.”
Rep. Johnsen moved that the House adjourn. The motion prevailed, the time being 4:45 p.m.
The Speaker Pro Tempore declared the House adjourned until Wednesday, October 22, at 1:30 p.m.
SCOTT E. STARR
Clerk of the House of Representatives