In a recent session of the House, several key legislative actions were taken, including the introduction of multiple bills and the approval of significant measures by Governor Gretchen Whitmer.

The session commenced with the clerk announcing the availability of several bills, including House Bills 5820 through 5826, and a series of Senate Bills received on June 20th, notably Senate Bills 378495, 705, 771, 897, and 926 through 935.

Labor Committee Chair Representative Hosmer reported on House Bill 5736, recommending the adoption of a substitute version before passing the bill. Similarly, Senate Bill 571 was reported by Chair Representative Hodgman, with a recommendation for the adoption of a substitute and subsequent passage.

The Senate also returned House Bill 5028, which has been passed and is now referred for further processing. Additionally, House Bill 4718 was passed by the Senate with a substitute, and it will lie over for one day as per the rules.

Governor Whitmer communicated the approval and signing of House Bill 4154 and House Bill 4360, which have now become Public Acts 62 and 64, respectively. Furthermore, she established a Gun Violence Prevention Task Force within the Department of Health and Human Services through Executive Order 2024-4, highlighting a proactive approach to addressing gun violence in the state.

The session concluded with the receipt of financial statements from the state budget office, detailing revenue limitations and local government funding. The House then stood at ease, marking a pause in proceedings as legislators prepare for upcoming discussions and decisions.