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Journal of the Senate 99Th Legislature REGULAR SESSION of 2018 No. 80 STATE OF MICHIGAN Journal of the Senate 99th Legislature REGULAR SESSION OF 2018 Senate Chamber, Lansing, Tuesday, December 18, 2018. 10:00 a.m. The Senate was called to order by the President, Lieutenant Governor Brian N. Calley. The roll was called by the Secretary of the Senate, who announced that a quorum was present. Ananich—present Hollier—present O’Brien—present Bieda—present Hood—present Pavlov—present Booher—present Hopgood—present Proos—present Brandenburg—present Horn—present Robertson—present Casperson—present Hune—present Rocca—present Colbeck—present Jones—present Schmidt—present Conyers—present Knezek—present Schuitmaker—present Emmons—present Knollenberg—present Shirkey—present Green—present Kowall—present Stamas—present Gregory—present MacGregor—present Warren—present Hansen—present Marleau—present Young—present Hertel—present Meekhof—present Zorn—present Hildenbrand—present Nofs—present 2278 JOURNAL OF THE SENATE [December 18, 2018] [No. 80 Senator Rick Jones of the 24th District offered the following invocation: Heavenly Father, please watch over us this week. Guide us as we work for the great state of Michigan and all of the citizens. Watch over the men and women serving in our Armed Forces here and overseas. Keep them safe and bring them home. In Jesus’ name. Amen. The President, Lieutenant Governor Calley, led the members of the Senate in recital of the Pledge of Allegiance. Motions and Communications Senators Brandenburg, Hopgood, Conyers, Booher and Schuitmaker entered the Senate Chamber. Senator Kowall moved that Senators Green, Hildenbrand, Hune, Knollenberg, Nofs and Stamas be temporarily excused from today’s session. The motion prevailed. Senator Bieda moved that Senators Ananich, Hood, Hollier and Young be temporarily excused from today’s session. The motion prevailed. Senator Kowall moved that a respectful message be sent to the House of Representatives requesting the return of the following bill: House Bill No. 4333 The motion prevailed. Senator Nofs entered the Senate Chamber. Senator Meekhof asked and was granted unanimous consent to make a statement and moved that the statement be printed in the Journal. The motion prevailed. Senator Meekhof’s statement is as follows: As we close this season in the Legislature, many of us have staffers who are moving on. That’s true of Penny Blair who has been a great public servant here for a very, very long time. What I’m going to read doesn’t do justice to the type of work and the service that she has provided this state. Let it be known, it is a great honor and distinct privilege to congratulate Penny Blair on her retirement from the Michigan Legislature. After an exceptional career spanning 35 years, beginning her time in the House of Representatives in 1981, Penny then joined my staff in 2007 where she has worked tirelessly on behalf of not only Ottawa County, but the entire state’s constituents. As a longstanding constituent relations staffer, Penny’s professionalism on behalf of the Michigan Senate has contributed an immense deal to the institution and the people of the state. Her ability to connect with constituents and dedicate herself to resolving their issues is unmatched. Her patience, empathy, and commitment is unparalleled and she has truly made a difference in countless lives. Those who have been lucky enough to work along Penny can attest to her constant cheerful demeanor and positive attitude. As an endless source of optimism and willing to lend a hand wherever it is needed, a bright smile, Penny is truly a joy to work beside and will be dearly missed in her retirement. She’s honored and loved by her son, Dan; her daughter-in-law, Amy; grandkids, Jack and Rachel; her brother, and many more. When she’s not serving the people of this great state, you can find her painting, supporting her grandchildren at their sporting events, working in her garden, lounging in her cottage in beautiful Grand Haven, or her condo in St. Pete in Florida. “ In Special Tribute, therefore, this document is signed and dedicated to honor Penny Blair for her outstanding service to the state of Michigan over the course of her remarkable career.” I will miss her as well as the Michigan Senate will miss her dearly. We recognize how well-deserved this new journey of retirement is for Penny. She is truly one of a kind. “May she know of our sincere admiration and affection for her and our hope for her retirement that’s filled with family, health, and happiness.” Members, would you help me congratulate Penny Blair? No. 80] [December 18, 2018] JOURNAL OF THE SENATE 2279 The following communication was received and read: Office of the Auditor General December 11, 2018 Enclosed is a copy of the following report: • Performance audit report on the Michigan Agency for Energy, Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (641-0171-18). Sincerely, Doug Ringler Auditor General The audit report was referred to the Committee on Government Operations. The following communications were received: Department of State Administrative Rules Notices of Filing December 11, 2018 In accordance with the provisions of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget and the State Office of Regulatory Reinvention filed Administrative Rule #2018-044-LR (Secretary of State Filing #18-12-02) on this date at 4:01 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “General Industry Safety and Health Standard, Part 310. Lead in General Industry.” These rules become effective immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under sec tions 33, 44, or 45a(6) of 1969 PA 306. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State. December 11, 2018 In accordance with the provisions of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget and the State Office of Regulatory Reinvention filed Administrative Rule #2018-045-LR (Secretary of State Filing #18-12-03) on this date at 4:09 p.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “Construction Safety and Health Standard, Part 603. Lead Exposure in Construction.” These rules become effective immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under sec tions 33, 44, or 45a(6) of 1969 PA 306. Rules adopted under these sections become effective 7 days after filing with the Secretary of State. December 12, 2018 In accordance with the provisions of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget and the State Office of Regulatory Reinvention filed Administrative Rule #2018-075-LR (Secretary of State Filing #18-12-04) on this date at 11:55 a.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “General Industry and Construction Safety and Health Standard, Part 470. Employee Medical Records and Trade Secrets.” These rules become effective immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under sec tions 33, 44, or 45a(6) of the Administrative Procedures Act of 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. December 12, 2018 In accordance with the provisions of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget and the State Office of Regulatory Reinvention filed Administrative Rule #2018-076-LR (Secretary of State Filing #18-12-05) on this date at 11:55 a.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “General Industry and Construction Safety and Health Standard, Part 308. Inorganic Arsenic.” These rules become effective immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under sec tions 33, 44, or 45a(6) of the Administrative Procedures Act of 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. December 12, 2018 In accordance with the provisions of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Department of Technology, Management 2280 JOURNAL OF THE SENATE [December 18, 2018] [No. 80 and Budget and the State Office of Regulatory Reinvention filed Administrative Rule #2018-077-LR (Secretary of State Filing #18-12-06) on this date at 11:55 a.m. for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs entitled, “General Industry and Construction Safety and Health Standard, Part 304. Ethylene Oxide.” These rules become effective immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State unless adopted under sec tions 33, 44, or 45a(6) of the Administrative Procedures Act of 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. December 12, 2018 In accordance with the provisions of Section 46 of Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, being MCL 24.246, and paragraph 16 of Executive Order 1995-6, this is to advise you that the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget and the State Office of Regulatory Reinvention filed Administrative Rule #2018-078-LR (Secretary of State Filing #18-12-07) on this date at 11:55 a.m.
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