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FIFTY EIGHTH LEGISLATURE - REGULAR SESSION

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FIRST DAY

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House Chamber, Olympia, Monday, January 13, 2003

             The House was called to order at 12:00 Noon by Chief Clerk Zehnder.

             The flags were escorted to the rostrum by the Washington State Patrol Color Guard. Chief Clerk Zehnder led the Chamber in the Pledge of Allegiance. The National Anthem was sung by Jose Bernardo Rubio, of Vancouver, a sophomore at the University of Washington. Prayer was offered by Father John Scott, Professor of American History, St. Martin's College, Lacey.

             "Oh Lord our God, we pray today in earnest and diverse ways for our legislators as they convene to carry out the people’s business for the betterment of the State of Washington. Give them both wisdom and a spirit of cooperation. And by their patience and energy, may they work together, and combine their many insights and talents so as to better the lives of all the citizens of our Evergreen State. With prudence and foresight may our legislators strive earnestly and successfully during their session for the true betterment of our State’s citizens and sojourners.

             To you Oh God we offer praise and thanksgiving both now and always. Amen."

             The Chief Clerk requested a moment of silence in memory of former Representative Maryann Mitchell.

             Chief Clerk Zehnder requested Representatives Delvin and Eickmeyer escort Chief Justice Gerry Alexander of the Supreme Court of the State of Washington to the Rostrum.

MESSAGES FROM THE SECRETARY OF STATE

The Honorable Speaker of the House of Representatives

Legislature of the State of Washington

Olympia Washington

             We respectfully transmit for your consideration the following bills which have been partially vetoed by the Governor, together with the official veto message setting forth his objection to the section or items of the bills, as required by Article III, section 12, of the Washington State Constitution:

Substitute House Bill No. 1268

Substitute House Bill No. 1444

Second Substitute House Bill No. 1531

Substitute House Bill No. 1759

Engrossed Substitute House Bill No. 2326

House Bill No. 2332

Second Substitute House Bill No. 2346

Substitute House Bill No. 2366

Second Substitute House Bill No. 2403

Engrossed Substitute House Bill No. 2451

Substitute House Bill No. 2502

Substitute House Bill No. 2648

Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill No. 2671

Engrossed Substitute House Bill No. 2866

Engrossed House Bill No. 2901

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of the State of Washington this 13^th day of January, 2003.

SAM S. REED

Secretary of State

The Honorable Speaker of the House of Representatives

Legislature of the State of Washington

Olympia, Washington

             I, Sam Reed, Secretary of State of the State of Washington, do hereby certify that according to the provisions of RCW 29.62.130, I have canvassed the returns of the 1,808,720 votes cast by the 3,209,648 registered voters of the state for and against the referendum which was submitted to the vote of the people at the state general election held on 5^th day of November, 2002, as received from the County Auditors.

WA State Propositions Referendum Bill, 53

The legislature passed Engrossed House Bill 2901 (EBB 2901) concerning unemployment insurance [and voters have filed a sufficient referendum petition on parts of this bill]. This bill would revise laws regarding unemployment insurance for employers, including establishing new employer rate classes, increasing some taxable wage bases, and imposing surcharges if certain contingencies occur.

             Approved          665,760

             Rejected            966,901

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have set my hand and affixed the official seal of the state of Washington, this 10^th day of January 2003.

SAM S. REED

Secretary of State

The Honorable Speaker of the House of Representatives

Legislature of the State of Washington

Olympia, Washington

             I, Sam Reed, Secretary of State of the State of Washington, do hereby certify that according to the provisions of RCW 29.62.130, I have canvassed the returns of the 1,808,720 votes cast by the 3,209,648 registered voters of the state for and against the initiatives and resolution which were submitted to the vote of the people at the state general election held on 5 ^th day of November, 2002, as received from the County Auditors.

WA State Propositions Initiative to the People, 776

"Initiative Measure No. 776 concerns state and local government charges on motor vehicles. This measure would require license tab fees to be $30 per year for motor vehicles, including light trucks. Certain local-option vehicle excise taxes and fees used for roads and transit would be repealed.

Should this measure be enacted into law?"

             Yes      901,478

             No        849,986

WA State Propositions Initiative to the People, 790

"Initiative Measure No. 790 concerns law enforcement officers’ and firefighters’ retirement system, plan 2. This measure would place management of the law enforcement officers’ and fire fighters’ retirement system, plan 2, in a board of trustees consisting of six plan participants, three employer representatives, and two legislators."

Should this measure be enacted into law?"

             Yes      903,113

             No        800,105

WA State Propositions Referendum Measure, 51

"The Legislature has passed House Bill No. 2969, financing transportation improvements through transportation fees and taxes. This bill would increase highway capacity, public transportation, passenger and freight rail, and transportation financing accountability through increased fuel excise taxes, sales taxes on vehicles, and weight fees on trucks and large vehicles.

Should this Bill be:"

             Approved          674,724

             Rejected            1,081,580

WA State Propositions Senate Joint Resolution, 4220

"The Legislature has proposed a constitutional amendment on fire protection property tax levies. This amendment would permit property tax levy propositions for fire protection districts to be submitted to voters for periods up to four years, or six years for fire facility construction, rather than annually.

Should this constitutional amendment be:"

             Approved          1,173,499

             Rejected            498,145

The Honorable Speaker of the House of Representatives

Legislature of the State of Washington

Olympia, Washington

Mr. Speaker:

             I, Sam Reed, Secretary of State of the State of Washington, do hereby certify that the following is a full, true, and correct list of persons elected to the office of State Representative at the State General Election held in the State of Washington on the fifth day of November, 2003, as shown by the official returns of said election now on file in the office of the Secretary of State:

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have set my hand and affixed the official seal of the state of Washington, this 13th day of January 2003.

SAM S. REED

Secretary of State

MESSAGE FROM COWLITZ COUNTY

December 18, 2002

The Honorable Gary Locke

Governor of the State of Washington

Legislative Building

Olympia WA 98504-0002

Dear Governor Locke:

             The Boards of County Commissioners of Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Pacific and Wahkiakum counties did meet jointly at 2:30 p.m., December 17, 2002, at the Cowlitz County Administration Building, Commissioners' Hearing Room, 207 Fourth Avenue North, Kelso, Washington, to select a successor for the House seat vacated by the resignation of Mark Doumit (D), in the 19th Legislative District.

             Pursuant to Article II, Section 15 of the Washington State Constitution as amended by Amendment 52, the Boards of Commissioners of Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Pacific and Wahkiakum counties appointed Brian Blake to fill the 19th Legislative District House of Representatives vacancy created by the resignation of Mark Doumit. Enclosed is the resolution of appointment.

By Direction,

Board of County Commissioners of Cowlitz County, Washington

Vickie Musgrove

Clerk of the Board

RESOLUTION FILLING VACANT HOUSE

POSITION IN 19TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT

SJR 02-002

             WHEREAS, Representative Mark Doumit has submitted his resignation for his position as representative for the 19th Legislative District and that position is now vacant; and

             WHEREAS, the State Democratic Central Committee has submitted a list of three names for consideration by the Joint Boards of Commissioners for Cowlitz County, Wahkiakum County, Pacific County, and Grays Harbor County; and

             WHEREAS, the Joint Boards of County Commissioners for Cowlitz County, Wahkiakum County, Pacific County, and Grays Harbor County have convened in joint session and duly considered the three names submitted by the State Democratic Central Committee, now, therefore:

             IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by Joint Boards of County Commissioners for the counties of the 19th Legislative District meeting in special session, that Brian Blake be and is hereby appointed to fill the vacant position of Representative for the 19th Legislative District.

             IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED that the clerk of the joint board forward this resolution to the Governor and the Secretary of State.

             APPROVED this 17th day of December, 2002.

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COWLITZ COUNTY, WASHINGTON

             Jeff M. Rasmussen, Chairman

             George Raiter, Commissioner

             J. Bill Lehning, Commissioner

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF PACIFIC COUNTY, WASHINGTON

             Norman B. Cuffel, Chairman

             Pat Hamilton, Commissioner

             Jon Kaino, Commissioner

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF GRAYS HARBOR COUNTY, WASHINGTON

             Bob Beerbower, Chairman

             Dennis Morrisette, Commissioner

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF WAHKIAKUM COUNTY, WASHINGTON

             George A. Trott, Chairman

             Daniel L. Cothern, Commissioner

             Thomas M. Doumit, Commissioner

             The Clerk called the roll and a quorum was present.

OATH OF OFFICE

             Chief Justice Gerry Alexander administered the Oath of Office to the members. Sam S. Reed, Secretary of State certified that the Oaths of Office were administered and congratulated the members. The Certificates of Office were distributed to the members.

             Secretary of State Sam Reed: "Thank you very much. It is indeed an honor to be here on the opening day of session. For many of you, this is day one of an entirely new chapter of your life. Do well, work hard, meet new friends, reach out for solutions to difficult problems and represent your constituents to the best of your ability. As your Secretary of State it is an honor to present to each of you your certificate of election. Cherish this paper because frankly you have worked mighty hard to get it. I have had the privilege to represent our nation a couple of times overseas as an election observer. One experience was in Uganda after what Idi Amin had done to destroy that nation. Everywhere I went around that country, when people found out I was an American, they grasped my hand with two hands and said "America, America". That is what this means and remember this heritage as you serve during this session. This is a short time in the history of human experience that we have had this concept of a representative democracy. Wear it well.

             Thank you and congratulations."

RESOLUTION

            HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 2003-4600, By Representatives Kessler and DeBolt

            BE IT RESOLVED, By the House of Representatives of the State of Washington, That permanent Rules for the House of Representatives, Fifty-eighth Legislature, be adopted as follows:

                                    PERMANENT RULES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

                                                                FIFTY-EIGHTH LEGISLATURE

                                                                                  2003-2004

                                                                                  Definitions

          Rule 1. "Absent" means an unexcused failure to attend.

          "Term" means the two-year term during which the members as a body may act.

          "Session" means a constitutional gathering of the house in accordance with Article 2 § 12 of the state Constitution.

          "Committee" means any standing, conference, joint, or select committee as so designated by rule or resolution.

          "Bill" means bill, joint memorial, joint resolution, or concurrent resolution unless the context indicates otherwise.

                                                                   Chief Clerk to Call to Order

          Rule 2. It shall be the duty of the chief clerk of the previous term to call the house to order and to conduct the proceedings until a speaker is chosen.

                                                                          Election of Officers

          Rule 3. The house shall elect the following officers at the commencement of each term: Its presiding officer, who shall be styled speaker of the house; a speaker pro tempore, who shall serve in absence or in case of the inability of the speaker; and a chief clerk of the house. Such officers shall hold office during all sessions until the convening of the succeeding term: PROVIDED, HOWEVER, That any of these offices may be declared vacant by the vote of a constitutional majority of the house, the members voting viva voce and their votes shall be entered on the journal. If any office is declared vacant, the house shall fill such vacant office as hereinafter provided. In all elections by the house a constitutional majority shall be required, the members shall vote viva voce and their votes shall be entered on the journal. (Art. II § 27)

                                                              Powers and Duties of the Speaker

          Rule 4. The speaker shall have the following powers and duties:

          (A) The speaker shall take the chair and call the house to order precisely at the hour appointed for meeting and if a quorum be present, shall cause the journal of the preceding day to be read and shall proceed with the order of business.

          (B) The speaker shall preserve order and decorum, and in case of any disturbance or disorderly conduct within the chamber or legislative area, shall order the sergeant at arms to suppress the same and may order the sergeant at arms to remove any person creating any disturbance within the house chamber or legislative area.

          (C) The speaker may speak to points of order in preference to other members, arising from the seat for that purpose, and shall decide all questions of order subject to an appeal to the house by any member, on which appeal no member shall speak more than once without leave of the house.

          (D) The speaker shall sign all bills in open session. (Art. II § 32)

          (E) The speaker shall sign all writs, warrants, and subpoenas issued by order of the house, all of which shall be attested to by the chief clerk.

          (F) The speaker shall have the right to name any member to perform the duties of the chair, but such substitution shall neither extend beyond adjournment nor authorize the representative so substituted to sign any documents requiring the signature of the speaker.

          (G) The speaker, in open session, shall appoint committee chairs from the majority party of the house and shall appoint members to committees in the same ratio as the membership of the respective parties of the house, unless otherwise provided by law or house rules.

          (H) The speaker shall serve as chair of the rules committee.

          (I) The speaker shall have charge of and see that all officers, attaches, and clerks perform their respective duties.

          (J) The speaker pro tempore shall exercise the duties, powers, and prerogatives of the speaker in the event of the speaker's death, illness, removal, or inability to act until the speaker's successor shall be elected.

                                                                                 Chief Clerk

          Rule 5. The chief clerk shall perform the usual duties pertaining to the office, and shall hold office until a successor has been elected.

          The chief clerk shall employ, upon the recommendation of the employment committee and, subject to the approval of the speaker, all other house employees; the hours of duty and assignments of all house employees shall be under the chief clerk's directions and instructions, and they may be dismissed by the chief clerk with the approval of the speaker. The speaker shall sign and the chief clerk shall countersign all payrolls and vouchers for all expenses of the house and appropriately transmit the same. In the event of the chief clerk's death, illness, removal, or inability to act, the speaker may appoint an acting chief clerk who shall exercise the duties and powers of the chief clerk until the chief clerk's successor shall be elected.

                                                                          Duties of Employees

          Rule 6. Employees of the house shall perform such duties as are assigned to them by the chief clerk. Under no circumstances shall the compensation of any employee be increased for past services. No house employee shall seek to influence the passage or rejection of proposed legislation.

                                                                       Admission to the House

          Rule 7. It shall be the general policy of the house to keep the chamber clear as follows:

          (A) The sergeant at arms shall admit only the following individuals to the wings and adjacent areas of the house chamber for the period of time beginning one-half hour prior to convening and ending one-half hour following the adjournment of the house's daily session:

          The governor or designees, or both;

          Members of the senate;

          State elected officials;

          Officers and authorized employees of the legislature;

          Former members of the house who are not advocating any pending or proposed legislation;

          Representatives of the press;

          Other persons with the consent of the speaker.

          (B) Only members, pages, sergeants at arms, and clerks are permitted on the floor while the house is in session.

          (C) Lobbying in the house chamber or in any committee room or lounge room is prohibited when the house or committee is in session unless expressly permitted by the house or committee. Anyone violating this rule will forfeit his or her right to be admitted to the house chamber or any of its committee rooms.

                                                                      Absentees and Courtesy

          Rule 8. No member shall be absent from the service of the house without leave from the speaker. When the house is in session, only the speaker shall recognize visitors and former members.

                                                 Bills, Memorials and Resolutions - Introductions

          Rule 9. Any member desiring to introduce a bill shall file the same with the chief clerk. Bills filed by 10:00 a.m. shall be introduced at the next daily session, in the order filed: PROVIDED, That if such introduction is within the last ten days of a regular session, it cannot be considered without a direct vote of two-thirds (2/3) of all the members elected to each house with such vote recorded and entered upon the journal. (Art. II § 36)

          Any member or member-elect may prefile a bill with the chief clerk commencing twenty (20) days before any session. Prefiled bills shall be introduced on the first legislative day.

          All bills shall be endorsed with a statement of the title and the name of the member or members introducing the same. The chief clerk shall attach to all bills a substantial cover bearing the title and sponsors and shall number each bill in the order filed. All bills shall be printed unless otherwise ordered by the house.

          Any bill introduced at any session during the term shall be eligible for action at all subsequent sessions during the term.

                                                                             Reading of Bills

          Rule 10. Every bill shall be read on three separate days: PROVIDED, That this rule may be temporarily suspended at any time by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of the members present; and that on and after the fifth day prior to the day of adjournment sine die of any session, as determined pursuant to Article II, Section 12 of the state Constitution or concurrent resolution, or on and after the third day prior to the day a bill must be reported from the house as established by concurrent resolution, this rule may be suspended by a majority vote.

          (A) FIRST READING. The first reading of a bill shall be by title only, unless a majority of the members present demand a reading in full.

          After the first reading the bill shall be referred to an appropriate committee.

          Upon being reported out of committee, all bills shall be referred to the rules committee, unless otherwise ordered by the house.

          The rules committee may, by majority vote, refer any bill in its possession to a committee for further consideration. Such referral shall be reported to the house and entered in the journal under the fifth order of business.

          (B) SECOND READING. Upon second reading, the bill number and short title and the last line of the bill shall be read unless a majority of the members present shall demand its reading in full. The bill shall be subject to amendment section by section. No amendment shall be considered by the house until it has been sent to the chief clerk's desk in writing, distributed to the desk of each member, and read by the clerk. All amendments adopted during second reading shall be securely fastened to the original bill. All amendments rejected by the house shall be passed to the minute clerk, and the journal shall show the disposition of such amendments.

          When no further amendments shall be offered, the speaker shall declare the bill has passed its second reading.

          (C) SUBSTITUTE BILLS. When a committee reports a substitute for an original bill with the recommendation that the substitute bill do pass, it shall be in order to read the substitute the first time and have the same printed. A motion for the substitution shall not be in order until the second reading of the original bill.

          (D) THIRD READING. Only the last line of bills shall be read on third reading unless a majority of the members present demand a reading in full. No amendments to a bill shall be received on third reading but it may be referred or recommitted for the purpose of amendment.

          (E) SUSPENSION CALENDAR. Bills may be placed on the second reading suspension calendar by the rules committee if at least two minority party members of the rules committee join in such motion. Bills on the second reading suspension calendar shall not be subject to amendment or substitution except as recommended in the committee report. When a bill is before the house on the suspension calendar, the question shall be to adopt the committee recommendations and advance the bill to third reading. If the question fails to receive a two-thirds vote of the members present, the bill shall be referred to the rules committee for second reading.

          (F) HOUSE RESOLUTIONS. House resolutions shall be filed with the chief clerk who shall transmit them to the rules committee. If a rules committee meeting is not scheduled to occur prior to a time necessitated by the purpose of a house resolution, the majority leader and minority leader by agreement may waive transmission to the rules committee to permit consideration of the resolution by the house. The rules committee may adopt house resolutions by a sixty percent majority vote of its entire membership or may, by a majority vote of its members, place them on the motions calendar for consideration by the house.

          (G) CONCURRENT RESOLUTIONS. Reading of concurrent resolutions may be advanced by majority vote.

                                                                                Amendments

          Rule 11. The right of any member to offer amendments to proposed legislation shall not be limited except as provided in Rule 10(E) and as follows:

          (A) AMENDMENTS TO BE OFFERED IN PROPER FORM. The chief clerk shall establish the proper form for amendments and all amendments offered shall bear the name of the member who offers the same, as well as the number and section of the bill to be amended.

          (B) COMMITTEE AMENDMENTS. When a bill is before the house on second reading, amendments adopted by committees and recommended to the house shall be acted upon by the house before any amendments that may be offered from the floor.

          (C) SENATE AMENDMENTS TO HOUSE BILLS. A house bill, passed by the senate with amendment or amendments which shall change the scope and object of the bill, upon being received in the house, shall be referred to the appropriate committee and shall take the same course as for original bills unless a motion not to concur is adopted prior to the bill being referred to committee.

          (D) AMENDMENTS TO BE GERMANE. No motion or proposition on a subject different from that under consideration shall be admitted under color of amendment; and no bill or resolution shall at any time be amended by annexing thereto or incorporating therein any other bill or resolution pending before the house.

          (E) SCOPE AND OBJECT NOT TO BE CHANGED. No amendment to any bill shall be allowed which shall change the scope and object of the bill. This objection may be raised at any time an amendment is under consideration. The speaker may allow the person raising the objection and the mover of the amendment to provide brief arguments as to the merits of the objection. (Art. II § 38)

          (F) NO AMENDMENT BY REFERENCE. No act shall ever be revised or amended without being set forth at full length. (Art. II § 37)

          (G) TITLE AMENDMENTS. The subject matter portion of a bill title shall not be amended in committee or on second reading. Changes to that part of the title after the subject matter statement shall either be presented with the text amendment or be incorporated by the chief clerk in the engrossing process.

                                                                               Final Passage

          Rule 12. Rules relating to bills on final passage are as follows:

          (A) RECOMMITMENT BEFORE FINAL PASSAGE. A bill may be recommitted at any time before its final passage.

          (B) FINAL PASSAGE. No bill shall become a law unless on its final passage the vote be taken by yeas and nays, the names of the members voting for and against the same be entered on the journal of each house, and a majority of the members elected to each house be recorded thereon as voting in its favor. (Art. II § 22)

          (C) BILLS PASSED - CERTIFICATION. When a bill passes, it shall be certified to by the chief clerk, said certification to show the date of its passage together with the vote thereon.

                                                         Hour of Meeting, Roll Call and Quorum

          Rule 13. (A) HOUR OF MEETING. The speaker shall call the house to order each day of sitting at 10:00 A.M., unless the house shall have adjourned to some other hour.

          (B) ROLL CALL AND QUORUM. Before proceeding with business, the roll of the members shall be called and the names of those absent or excused shall be entered on the journal. A majority of all the members elected must be present to constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. In the absence of a quorum, seven members with the speaker, or eight members in the speaker's absence, having chosen a speaker pro tempore, shall be authorized to demand a call of the house and may compel the attendance of absent members in the manner provided in Rule 21(B). For the purpose of determining if a quorum be present, the speaker shall count all members present, whether voting or not. (Art. II § 8)

          (C) The house shall adjourn not later than 10:00 P.M. of each working day. This rule may be suspended by a majority vote.

                                                          Daily Calendar and Order of Business

          Rule 14. The rules relating to the daily calendar and order of business are as follows:

          (A) DAILY CALENDAR. Business of the house shall be disposed of in the following order:

          First: Roll call, presentation of colors, prayer, and approval of the journal of the preceding day.

          Second: Introduction of visiting dignitaries.

          Third: Messages from the senate, governor, and other state officials.

          Fourth: Introduction and first reading of bills, memorials, joint resolutions, and concurrent resolutions.

          Fifth: Committee reports.

          Sixth: Second reading of bills.

          Seventh: Third reading of bills.

          Eighth: Floor resolutions and motions.

          Ninth: Presentation of petitions, memorials, and remonstrances addressed to the Legislature.

          Tenth: Introduction of visitors and other business to be considered.

          Eleventh: Announcements.

          (B) UNFINISHED BUSINESS. The unfinished business at which the house was engaged preceding adjournment shall not be taken up until reached in regular order, unless the previous question on such unfinished business has been ordered prior to said adjournment.

          (C) EXCEPTIONS. Exceptions to the order of business are as follows:

          (1) The order of business may be changed by a majority vote of those present.

          (2) By motion under the eighth order of business, a bill in the rules committee may be placed on the calendar by the affirmative vote of a majority of all members of the house.

          (3) House resolutions and messages from the senate, governor, or other state officials may be read at any time.

Motions

          Rule 15. Rules relating to motions are as follows:

          (A) MOTIONS TO BE ENTERTAINED OR DEBATED. No motion shall be entertained or debated until announced by the speaker and every motion shall be deemed to have been seconded. A motion shall be reduced to writing and read by the clerk, if desired by the speaker or any member, before it shall be debated and by the consent of the house may be withdrawn before amendment or action.

          (B) MOTIONS IN ORDER DURING DEBATE. When a motion has been made and seconded and stated by the chair, the following motions are in order, in the rank named:

          (C) THE EFFECT OF POSTPONEMENT - MOTIONS TO POSTPONE OR COMMIT. Once decided, no motion to postpone to a day certain, to commit, or to postpone indefinitely shall again be allowed on the same day and at the same stage of the proceedings. When a question has been postponed indefinitely, it shall not again be introduced during the session. The motion to postpone indefinitely may be made at any stage of the bill except when on first reading.

          (D) MOTIONS DECIDED WITHOUT DEBATE. A motion to adjourn, to recess, to lay on the table and to call for the previous question shall be decided without debate.

          All incidental motions shall be decided without debate, except that members may speak to points of order and appeal as provided in Rule 22.

          A motion for suspension of the rules shall not be debatable except that the mover of the motion may briefly explain the purpose of the motion and one member may briefly state the opposition to the motion.

          (E) MOTION TO ADJOURN. A motion to adjourn shall always be in order, except when the house is voting or is working under the call of the house; but this rule shall not authorize any member to move for adjournment when another member has the floor.

          Members Right to Debate

          Rule 16. The methods by which a member may exercise his or her right to debate are as follows:

          (A) RECOGNITION OF MEMBER. When any member desires to speak in debate or deliver any matter to the house, the member shall rise and respectfully address the speaker and pause until recognized.

          (B) ORDER OF SPEAKING. When two or more members arise at once, the speaker shall name the one who is to speak.

          (C) LIMITATION OF DEBATE. No member shall speak longer than ten (10) minutes without consent of the house: PROVIDED, That on and after the fifth day prior to the day of adjournment sine die of any session, as determined pursuant to Article II, Section 12 of the state Constitution or concurrent resolution, or on and after the third day prior to the day a bill must be reported from the house as established by concurrent resolution, no member shall speak more than three (3) minutes without the consent of the house. No member shall speak more than twice on the same question without leave of the house: PROVIDED, That the chair of the committee or the mover of the question may close debate if it is consistent with Rule 18 (Previous Question).

                                                                              Rules of Debate

          Rule 17. The rules for debate in the house are as follows:

          (A) QUESTION OF PRIVILEGE. Any member may rise to a question of privilege and explain a personal matter, by leave of the speaker, but the member shall not discuss any pending question in such explanations.

          (B) WITHDRAWAL OF MOTION, BILL, ETC. After a motion is stated by the speaker or a bill, memorial, resolution, petition, or remonstrance is read by the clerk, it shall be deemed to be in possession of the house, but may be withdrawn by consent of the house at any time before decision or amendment.

          (C) READING OF A PAPER. When the reading of any paper is called for and is objected to by any member, it shall be determined by a vote of the house.

          (D) DISTRIBUTION OF MATERIALS. Any materials of any nature distributed to the members' desks on the floor shall be subject to approval by the speaker and shall bear the name of at least one member granting permission for the distribution. This shall not apply to materials normally distributed by the chief clerk.

          (E) ORDER OF QUESTIONS. All questions, whether in committee or in the house, shall be propounded in the order in which they are named except that in filling blanks, the largest sum and the longest time shall be put first.

          (F) DIVISION OF POINTS OF DEBATE. Any member may call for a division of a question which shall be divided if it embraces subjects so distinct that one being taken away a substantive proposition shall remain for the decision of the house; but a motion to strike out and to insert shall not be divided. The rejection of a motion to strike out and to insert one proposition shall not prevent a motion to strike out and to insert a different proposition.

          (G) DECORUM OF MEMBERS. While the speaker is putting the question, no member shall walk across or out of the house; nor when a member is speaking shall any member entertain private discourse or pass between the speaking member and the rostrum.

          (H) REMARKS CONFINED. A member shall confine all remarks to the question under debate and avoid personalities. No member shall impugn the motive of any member's vote or argument.

          (I) EXCEPTION TO WORDS SPOKEN IN DEBATE. If any member be called to order for words spoken in debate, the person calling the member to order shall repeat the words excepted to and they shall be taken down in writing at the clerk's table. No member shall be held in answer or be subject to the censure of the house for words spoken in debate if any other member has spoken before exception to them shall have been taken.

          (J) TRANSGRESSION OF RULES - APPEAL. If any member, in speaking or otherwise, transgresses the rules of the house the speaker shall, or any member may, call the member to order, in which case the member so called to order shall immediately sit down unless permitted to explain; and the house shall, if appealed to, decide the case without debate; if there be no appeal, the decision of the chair shall prevail.

          If the decision be in favor of the member called to order, the member shall be at liberty to proceed; if otherwise, and the case shall require it, the member shall be liable to the censure of the house.

                                                           Ending of Debate - Previous Question

          Rule 18. The previous question may be ordered by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of the members present on all recognized motions or amendments which are debatable.

          The previous question is not debatable and cannot be amended.

          The previous question shall be put in this form: "Representative __________ demands the previous question. As many as are in favor of ordering the previous question will say 'Aye'; as many as are opposed will say 'No'."

          The results of the motion are as follows: If determined in the negative, the consideration goes on as if the motion had never been made; if decided in the affirmative it shall have the effect of cutting off all debate and bringing the house to a direct vote upon the motion or amendment on which it has been ordered: PROVIDED HOWEVER, That when a bill is on final passage or when the motion to postpone indefinitely is pending, one of the sponsors of the bill or the chair of the committee may have the privilege of closing debate after the previous question has been ordered.

          If an adjournment is had after the previous question is ordered, the motion or proposition on which the previous question was ordered shall be put to the house immediately following the approval of the journal on the next working day, thus making the main question privileged over all other business, whether new or unfinished.

                                                                                     Voting

          Rule 19. (A) PUTTING OF QUESTION. The speaker shall put the question in the following form: "The question before the house is (state the question). As many as are in favor say 'Aye'; and after the affirmative vote is expressed, "as many as are opposed say 'No'."

          (B) ALL MEMBERS TO VOTE. Every member who was in the house when the question was put shall vote unless, for special reasons, excused by the house.

          All motions to excuse a member shall be made before the house divides or before the call for yeas and nays is commenced; and any member requesting to be excused from voting may make a brief and verbal statement of the reasons for making such request, and the question shall then be taken without further debate.

          Upon a division and count of the house on the question, only members at their desks within the bar of the house shall be counted.

          (C) CHANGE OF VOTE. When the electric roll call machine is used, no member shall be allowed to vote or change a vote after the speaker has locked the roll call machine. When an oral roll call is taken, no member shall be allowed to vote or change a vote after the result has been announced.

          (D) PRIVATE INTEREST. No member shall vote on any question which affects that member privately and particularly. A member who has a private interest in any bill or measure proposed or pending before the legislature shall disclose the fact to the house of which he is a member, and shall not vote thereon. (Art. II § 30)

          (E) INTERRUPTION OF ROLL CALL. Once begun, the roll call may not be interrupted. No member or other person shall visit or remain at the clerk's desk while the yeas and nays are being called.

          (F) YEAS AND NAYS - RECORDED VOTES. Upon the final passage of any bill, the vote shall be taken by yeas and nays and shall be recorded by the electric voting system: PROVIDED, HOWEVER, That an oral roll call shall be ordered when demanded by one-sixth (1/6) of the members present. (Art. II § 21)

          The speaker may vote last when the yeas and nays are called.

          When the vote is by electric voting machine or by oral roll call on any question, it shall be entered upon the journal of the house. A recorded vote may be compelled by one-sixth (1/6) of the members present. A request for a recorded vote must be made before the vote is commenced.

          (G) TIE VOTE, QUESTION LOSES. In case of an equal division, the question shall be lost.

          (H) DIVISION. If the speaker is in doubt, or if division is

called for by any member, the house shall divide.

                                                                             Reconsideration

          Rule 20. Notice of a motion for reconsideration on the final passage of bills shall be made on the day the vote to be reconsidered was taken and before the house has voted to transmit the bill to the senate.

          Reconsideration of the votes on the final passage of bills must be taken on the next working day after such vote was taken: PROVIDED, That on and after the fifth day prior to the day of adjournment sine die of any session, as determined pursuant to Article II, Section 12 of the state Constitution, or concurrent resolution, or on and after the third day prior to the day a bill must be reported from the house as established by concurrent resolution, then reconsideration of votes on the final passage of bills must be taken on the same day as the original vote was taken.

          A motion to reconsider an amendment may be made at any time the bill remains on second reading.

          Any member who voted on the prevailing side may move for reconsideration or give notice thereof.

          A motion to reconsider can be decided only once when decided in the negative.

          When a motion to reconsider has been carried, its effect shall be to place the original question before the house in the exact position it occupied before it was voted upon.

                                                                            Call of the House

          Rule 21. One-sixth (1/6) of the members present may demand a call of the house at any time before the house has divided or the voting has commenced by yeas and nays.

          (A) DOORS TO BE CLOSED. When call of the house has been ordered, the sergeant at arms shall close and lock the doors, and no member shall be allowed to leave the chamber: PROVIDED, That the rules committee shall be allowed to meet, upon request of the speaker, while the house stands at ease: AND PROVIDED FURTHER, That the speaker may permit members to use such portions of the fourth floor as may be properly secured.

          (B) SERGEANT AT ARMS TO BRING IN THE ABSENTEES. The clerk shall immediately call a roll of the members and note the absentees, whose names shall be read and entered upon the journal in such manner as to show who are excused and who are absent without leave.

          The clerk shall furnish the sergeant at arms with a list of those who are absent without leave, and the sergeant at arms shall proceed to bring in such absentees; but arrests of members for absence shall not be made unless ordered by a majority of the members present.

          (C) HOUSE UNDER CALL. While the house is under a call, no business shall be transacted except to receive and act on the report of the sergeant at arms; and no other motion shall be in order except a motion to proceed with business under the call of the house, a motion to excuse absentees, or a motion to dispense with the call of the house. The motion to proceed with business under the call of the house and the motion to excuse absent members shall not be adopted unless a majority of the members elected vote in favor thereof. The motion to dispense with the call of the house may be adopted by a majority of the members present.

                                                                 Appeal from Decision of Chair

          Rule 22. The decision of the chair may be appealed from by any member, on which appeal no member shall speak more than once unless by leave of the house. In all cases of appeal, the question shall be: "Shall the decision of the chair stand as the judgment of the house?"

                                                                         Standing Committees

          Rule 23. The standing committees of the house and the number of members that shall serve on each committee shall be as follows:

          1. Agriculture & Natural Resources. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

          2. Appropriations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

          3. Capital Budget. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

          4. Children & Family Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

          5. Commerce & Labor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

          6. Criminal Justice & Corrections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

          7. Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

          8. Finance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

          9. Financial Institutions & Insurance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

          10. Fisheries, Ecology & Parks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

          11. Health Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

          12. Higher Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

          13. Judiciary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

          14. Juvenile Justice & Family Law. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

          15. Local Government. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

          16. Rules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

          17. State Government. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

          18. Technology, Telecommunications & Energy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

          19. Trade & Economic Development. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

          20. Transportation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Committee members shall be selected by each party's caucus. The majority party caucus shall select all committee chairs.

                                                                         Duties of Committees

          Rule 24. House committees shall operate as follows:

          (A) NOTICE OF COMMITTEE MEETING. The chief clerk shall make public the time, place and subjects to be discussed at committee meetings. All public hearings held by committees shall be scheduled at least five (5) days in advance and shall be given adequate publicity: PROVIDED, That when less than eight (8) days remain for action on a bill, the Speaker may authorize a reduction of the five-day notice period when required by the circumstances, including but not limited to the time remaining for action on the bill, the nature of the subject, and the number of prior hearings on the subject.

          (B) COMMITTEE QUORUM. A majority of any committee shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business.

          (C) SESSION MEETINGS. No committee shall sit while the house is in session without special leave of the speaker.

          (D) DUTIES OF STANDING COMMITTEES.

          (1) Only such bills as are included on the written notice of a committee meeting may be considered at that meeting except upon the vote of a majority of the entire membership of the committee to consider another bill.

          (2) A majority recommendation of a committee must be signed by a majority of the entire membership of the committee in a regularly called meeting before a bill, memorial, or resolution may be reported out: PROVIDED, That by motion under the eighth order of business, a majority of the members elected to the house may relieve a committee of a bill and place it on the second reading calendar.

          Majority recommendations of a committee can only be "do pass," "do pass as amended," or that "the substitute bill be substituted therefor and that the substitute bill do pass."

          (3) Members of the committee not concurring in the majority report may prepare a written minority report containing a recommendation of "do not pass" or "without recommendation," which shall be signed by those members of the committee subscribing thereto, and submitted with the majority report.

          (4) All committee reports shall be spread upon the journal. The journal of the house shall contain an exact copy of all committee reports, together with the names of the members signing such reports.

          (5) Every vote to report a bill out of committee shall be taken by the yeas and nays, and the names of the members voting for and against, as well as the names of members absent, shall be recorded on the committee report ((and spread upon the journal)). Any member may call for a recorded vote, which shall include the names of absent members, on any substantive question before the committee. A copy of all recorded committee votes shall be kept by the chief clerk and shall be available for public inspection.

          (6) All bills having a direct appropriation shall be referred to the appropriate fiscal committee before their final passage. For purposes of this subsection, fiscal committee means the appropriations, capital budget, finance, and transportation committees.

          (7) No standing committee shall vote by secret written ballot on any issue.

          (8) During its consideration of or vote on any bill, resolution, or memorial, the deliberations of any standing committee of the house of representatives shall be open to the public.

          (9) A standing committee to which a bill was originally referred shall, prior to voting the bill out of committee, consider whether the bill authorizes rule-making powers or requires the exercise of rule-making powers and, if so, consider:

          (a) The nature of the new rule-making powers; and

          (b) To which agencies the new rule-making powers would be delegated and which agencies, if any, may have related rule-making powers.

                                               Standing Committees - Expenses - Subpoena Power

          Rule 25. Regardless of whether the legislature is in session, members of the house may receive from moneys appropriated for the legislature, reimbursement for necessary travel expenses, and payments in lieu of subsistence and lodging for conducting official business of the house.

          The standing committees of the house may have the powers of subpoena, the power to administer oaths, and the power to issue commissions for the examination of witnesses in accordance with the provisions of chapter 44.16 RCW. Before a standing committee of the house may issue any process, the committee chairperson shall submit for approval of the executive rules committee a statement of purpose setting forth the name or names of those subject to process. The process shall not be issued prior to approval by the executive rules committee. The process shall be limited to the named individuals.

                                                                                 Vetoed Bills

          Rule 26. Veto messages of the governor shall be read in the house and entered upon the journal. It shall then be in order to proceed to reconsider the bill, refer it, lay it on the table, or postpone its consideration to a day certain.

          The merits of the bill may be debated before the vote is taken, but the vote on a vetoed bill cannot be reconsidered.

          In case of a bill containing several sections or items, one or more of which has been objected to by the governor, each section or item so objected to shall be voted upon separately by the house. Action by the house upon all vetoed bills shall be endorsed upon the bill and certified by the speaker.

          Vetoed bills originating in the house, which have not been passed notwithstanding the veto of the governor, shall remain in the custody of the officers of the house until the close of the term, after which they shall be filed with the secretary of state.

                                                                  Suspension of Compensation

          Rule 27. (1) Any member of the house of representatives convicted and sentenced for any felony punishable by death or by imprisonment in a Washington state penal institution shall, as of the time of sentencing, be denied the legislative salary for future service and be denied per diem, compensation for expenses, office space facilities, and assistance. Any member convicted of a felony and sentenced therefor under any federal law or the law of any other state shall, as of the time of sentencing, be similarly denied such salary, per diem, expenses, facilities, and assistance if either (a) such crime would also constitute a crime punishable under the laws of Washington by death or by imprisonment in a state penal institution, or (b) the conduct resulting in the conviction and sentencing would also constitute a crime punishable under the laws of Washington by death or by imprisonment in a state penal institution.

          (2) At any time, the house may vote by a constitutional majority to restore the salary, per diem, expenses, facilities, and assistance denied a member under subsection (1). If the conviction of a member is reversed, then the salary, per diem, and expense amounts denied the member since sentencing shall be forthwith paid, and the member shall thereafter have the rights and privileges of other members.

                                                                                    Smoking

          Rule 28. Smoking of cigarettes, pipes, or cigars shall not be permitted at any public meeting of any committee of the house of representatives or within House facilities.

          "No smoking" signs shall be posted so as to give notice of this rule.

                                                                         Parliamentary Rules

          Rule 29. The rules of parliamentary practice comprised in Reed's Parliamentary Rules shall govern all cases in which they are not inconsistent with the standing rules and orders of the house.

                                                                   Standing Rules Amendment

          Rule 30. Any standing rule may be rescinded or changed by a majority vote of the members elected: PROVIDED, That the proposed change or changes be submitted at least one day in advance in writing to the members together with notice of the consideration thereof. Any standing rule may be suspended temporarily by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of the members present except as provided in Rule 10.

                                                                   Rules to Apply for Assembly

          Rule 31. The permanent house rules adopted at the beginning of the term are to govern all acts of the house during the course of the term unless amended or repealed.

                                                                          Legislative Mailings

          Rule 32. The House of Representatives directs the house executive rules committee to adopt procedures and guidelines to ensure that all legislative mailings at public expense are for legitimate legislative purposes.

                                                                                     Liquor

          Rule 33. The House of Representatives shall strictly adhere to the liquor laws of the state of Washington, including provisions relating to banquet and special occasion permits. The proper permits must always be obtained before consumption of liquor in any house facility.

          Representative Kessler moved the adoption of the resolution.

          Representatives Kessler and DeBolt spoke in favor of the adoption of the resolution.

          HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 4600 was adopted.

ELECTION OF THE SPEAKER

          Representative Linville: "Madam Chief Clerk, it is an honor and a privilege to nominate Frank Chopp for Speaker of the Washington State House of Representatives.

          I am supporting Frank because he is a man of experience, action and leadership for whom the phrase, "working together for one Washington" is not a hollow slogan, but a plan of action for our state. Frank grew up in Bremerton where he became a champion for hard working citizens and good jobs. As CEO of the Fremont Public Association, he has managed budgets, personnel and development and advocated for our state's most vulnerable citizens.

          In 1996 he was elected to his first legislative leadership position. Frank has a track record of getting things done because he believes in action; whether it is preventing an enormous increase in unemployment insurance, enacting a patient’s bill or rights, funding improvements to educational salaries and class size or passing agriculture and water packages to help our rural areas.

          Frank has demonstrated the ability to work across party lines, geographic and economic divides and social and cultural differences. Frank’s skills will serve us well as we enter this difficult session. This is a session where challenge and opportunity will go together to increase the public’s confidence in the effectiveness of their government, to enhance the quality of life in our communities and to ensure a robust economy for our citizens.

          Finally, Frank and I belong to the Croatian Caucus. Membership benefits include racing around a hall carrying a whole lamb that Frank roasted and learning ethnic dances that rival any aerobics program, if you can survive. Zivio Frank.

          I ask the members of this body to join me in electing Representative Frank Chopp, Speaker of the House."

          Representative Cox: "It is a privilege and honor to nominate Representative Cathy McMorris as Speaker of the House of Representatives.

          My friend and colleague from the 7^th District has the experience, the talent and the temperament to serve as a distinguished leader of this institution. During our recent reorganization, our caucus recognized in her a leader who not only is inclusive, thorough and thoughtful, but one who instinctively balances gentleness with people and firmness on issues. Today, she serves as the first woman, and among the youngest in our state’s history, to lead either caucus in the House of Representatives. Regardless of how we vote, I would hope you would join me in congratulating her for the example she has set by choosing to make a difference in her community and our state.

          These facts are a tribute to her leadership, but they are not the reason I stand here today to offer her name as a nominee for Speaker. While younger than most of us, Representative McMorris has served in this body now for a decade, after being a legislative assistant. She knows the needs of staff, as well as members, and has a profound respect for both. She has experience bringing lawmakers together to reach resolution on critical and emotional issues in her years as committee chair and co-chair. And she brings a knowledgeable, fresh and visionary approach to decision-making.

          I know personally the depth of Representative McMorris' motivation to make a positive difference in our state, and what she has sacrificed to take on this responsibility. She is poised to use her leadership abilities to accomplish a number of goals we can all agree are critical. Specifically, she is committed to enacting reforms that will preserve and create jobs for families. These jobs will enhance prosperity and improve the economy throughout Washington. She is also dedicated to restoring the people’s trust in state government. And she will work with all members to serve our seniors, students and those who feel disenfranchised. Her example as a person and her success in achieving positive results through the legislative process demonstrate to young and old that every citizen can make a difference by serving with integrity, honesty and compassion.

          Representative McMorris offers not only fresh leadership, but gives this institution a positive and hopeful spirit as we take on the enormous challenges of the session. I’m pleased to make this nomination and I ask you to support Cathy McMorris as Speaker of the House. "

POINT OF PERSONAL PRIVILEGE

          Representative McMorris: "Ladies and gentlemen of the House, I rise to respectfully withdraw my name for consideration as Speaker. As they say at the Academy Awards, it's an honor just to be nominated. Instead, I urge the body to give its support once again to Speaker Chopp."

MOTIONS

          Representative Kessler moved the nominations for the Office of Speaker of the House of Representatives be closed and the motion was carried.

          Representative Kessler moved that the rules be suspended, and that by a voice vote of the House, Representative Frank Chopp be elected Speaker of the House of Representatives. The motion was carried.

          Representative Linville escorted Speaker-elect Frank Chopp to the Rostrum. Chief Justice Alexander administered the Oath of Office to Speaker Chopp.

SPEAKER'S COMMENTS

          Speaker Chopp: "Thank you, Kelli. The people of the 42nd district are lucky to have you representing them. I appreciate your kind words. Thank you.

          This is not only the first day of a new session. It is the first day of an entirely new set of dynamics in the Legislature, with new leadership and new ideas at the table.

          I’d like to start off by congratulating one of these new leaders, the Republican leader: Cathy McMorris. We also have twenty new Representatives in the House. Last year we welcomed our new members to the People’s House. This year let’s welcome them to the People’s Portable.

          While I’m at it let me recognize my wife Nancy Long, and my Mom, Anne Brozovich Chopp.

          As we start this session I am reminded of the Chinese proverb that says "the person who says it cannot be done should not interrupt the person doing it." As we move into this session, you are going to be surrounded by

doomsday predictions and long lists of tough choices. Despite all of that we need to keep our focus on getting the job done. And we will!

          What you see as you look ahead to this session depends on what you look for. If you are looking for problems, they are there. But these are not problems without solutions. The work of this body is to choose the solutions that best serve the people of our state.

          Finding our way to agreement on the best solutions will require all of us to think and behave differently. It means we can’t waste time labeling solutions as Republican or Democrat. It means we can’t assume that the ideas of new members take a back seat. It means we can’t afford to rehash the past and let the future slip out of view. It means we must all Work Together for One Washington.

          We are all here to provide the citizens of this state with the most effective and efficient government. And we all want to increase jobs and business development opportunities. Now, certainly, the details about how we do these things get complicated, but today, lets not forget that we are all here for these same results.

About the economy: One way to improve the lives of our people is to provide leadership for our economy. Democrats and Republicans, the House, the Senate and the Governor all agree that we need to continue the work we have started on the recommendations of the Governor’s Competitiveness Council. Last session, we passed several pieces of legislation. Already we have created one of the best worker-retraining programs in the nation. This is critical since a well-honed economy depends on a well-trained workforce that matches the needs of employers. As we make progress on the Council’s recommendations for improving education and transportation and removing obstacles to economic development it is important not to forget all the things about Washington state that have made it home to some of the world’s greatest businesses.

          1.               Washington is the leading state in the nation in the creation of new companies.

          2.               And we’re in the top ten of all states in the Small Business Survival Index for 2002.

          3.               We’re one of the nation’s five top centers for biotechnology companies.

          4.               In our state, we have the second leading high tech capital in the United States!

          5.               We’re fourth in exports.

          6.               In our tremendously productive agricultural industry, Washington state has been declared by the International Wine Spectator magazine as the wine region of the year. Guess what, we’re the best in the world!

          7.               Close to home and also of great importance, Washington has the highest proportion of residents with high school diplomas, in the nation.

That’s what we should be telling people about doing business in Washington state.

          We need to be sure that the conditions that led to the development of Microsoft, Starbucks, Nordstrom, and Costco – and many, many smaller businesses – are maintained and enhanced. We are pleased to see an extension of some unemployment benefits at the federal level. But unemployment benefits can never match the benefits of employment. We need more jobs that pay a wage that allow people to live long and prosper.

          As we work to improve the business climate, we must remember the workers who are weathering this economic storm. And we will!

          About education: It is important not to let short term thinking harm the long term future of our schools. We should be tremendously proud of what Washington’s teachers and schools are doing to improve education. And we are! We must not reverse this progress! We are seeing rising test scores, and parents, teachers, administrators and school employees are pulling together to make our schools better. It is possible to make progress in education, despite our budget problems.

          For example, we should consider the proposal made by former Governors Dan Evans and Booth Gardner to build the schools and colleges that tomorrow’s students will need. We often talk about stretching our tax dollars. Well, one way to do it is to take advantage of the lowest interest rates in 30 years!

          About the budget: When we address this challenge part of the solution is obvious:

          1.               Find innovative ways to squeeze more value out of every tax dollar.

          2.               Cut back programs that are a low priority.

          3.               Search out opportunities to consolidate programs.

          4.               Use state revenues to leverage federal dollars.

          The truth is, there are many ways we can improve the lives of Washington’s people without increasing state spending. For example, prescription drug reform is one thing we can do for our budget and for our citizens.

          But even if we do all these things and seize every possible opportunity to provide state services faster, better, and cheaper – we will still face difficult budget cuts and deferrals of important programs.

          As we look at the margins of our budget, let us remember those who live at the margins of our society:

          1.               the disabled,

          2.               the mentally ill

          3.               the homeless families,

          4.               the elderly living in home and nursing care.

          As members of this House, we have a fundamental and moral responsibility to our fellow members of humanity.

          So, as we re-examine the core functions of government, we must remember the heart of government.

          There are some who say the voters rejected the recent gas tax proposal because they don’t trust government. And there’s some truth to that. That’s why we should make our next steps in transportation a showcase of how to build trust in government.

          Our transportation committee intends to start with legislation to make our Department of Transportation more accountable, more efficient, and more responsive to what the public wants.

          And let’s not forget that we are making some progress in transportation. For example, we are building one of the largest and most important transportation projects in state history – the second Tacoma Narrows Bridge. And we did it with public financing, and with public control, saving hundreds of millions of dollars over time. This project will improve capacity, benefit the economy, and save lives.

          As we work together to further address our transportation challenges and all of the challenges facing us, let us try to find a clear vision through our windshield, not just the rear view mirror.

          It takes creativity and hard work to see things as they are but still believe that you can work for positive change. Our choice is, as a Ziggy cartoon once said, "You can complain because roses have thorns, or you can rejoice because thorns have roses."

          Let’s get to work!"

POINT OF PERSONAL PRIVILEGE

          Representative McMorris: "Thank you Mr. Speaker. I would like to extend my congratulations. I would like to pledge to our friends across the aisle, to you personally, Mr. Speaker, and to the citizens of the State that this caucus – the House Republicans – intends to be proactively involved in the problem-solving necessary to put our State back on track.

          We have identified two goal for the upcoming session: One, we want to create jobs for our families and two, restore the people's trust in state government.

          Our State is in crisis. Our unemployment is among the highest in the nation. Families are hurting and unable to find work. Our health care costs are rising while the options available for families to find care have diminished. And the citizens have told us that they don't trust government enough yet to spend an additional nine cents at the gas pump to help get them out of traffic.

          And yet, I stand here to convey a message of hope and confidence in our ability to address the needs of families. Why? Because I believe it is in times of crisis that our common ground comes more clearly into focus.

          I come from the heart of northeastern Washington and I've worked, I've attended school and I've traveled all across this State. I see more similarities than differences in the issues that families everywhere are facing. They want job security, improved quality of life, the best education possible for their kids, prosperity, safe neighborhoods and healthy families. We want to reach out, address issues that matter most and solve problems.

          Above all, we have to be honest about these issues. We have to be straightforward in our approach – with each other and with the citizens. We need a genuine dialogue advantage. We must make positive and meaningful changes in the everyday lives of the people of this State.

          Let's show the citizens we are worthy of their trust and that we are capable of doing the job they sent us here to do. We can create incredible momentum toward positive change and a return to prosperity.

          Thank you."

ELECTION OF SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE

          Representative Kagi: "Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I am very honored to nominate Representative John Lovick as Speaker Pro Tempore this afternoon. For four years serving in this body and for twenty nine years serving as a state patrolman, John has demonstrated that he is a man of character and of great integrity. He has also demonstrated tremendous respect for this institution and for the decorum of the House. When he gave a speech from the floor of the House four years ago when he was sworn in, John gave us a picture of why he holds this body in particular regard. He spoke of going to the polls in Louisiana with his grandmother many years ago and watching his grandmother pay a poll tax. It was an amazing statement of where we have been and how far we have come. His grandmother is here today. It is wonderful that John's grandmother and family can be here to celebrate this historic swearing in.

          John Lovick brings a very rich history to the Speaker Pro Tem position but most of all he inspires the best of us by setting a high standard of civil discourse and of mutual respect. He represents the best this country has to offer and I am very honored to place his name in nomination.”

MOTIONS

          Representative Kessler moved that the nominations for the Office of Speaker Pro Tempore of the House of Representatives be closed. The motion carried.

          Representative Kessler moved that the rules be suspended, and that by a voice vote of the House, Representative John Lovick be elected to the position of Speaker Pro Tempore of the House of Representatives. The motion was carried.

          Representative Kagi escorted Speaker Pro Tempore Lovick to the Rostrum. Chief Justice Alexander administered the Oath of Office to Speaker Pro Tempore Lovick.

SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE COMMENTS

          Speaker Pro Tempore John Lovick: "Speaker Chopp, Representative McMorris, Chief Clerk. Thank you colleagues for this honor today. I am truly honored. I would also thank my predecessor Representative Val Ogden. I know we will all dearly miss her.

          I would like to thank a few people. My grandmother, who is here today, used to tell me when I was kid that behind every man is a good woman. In this case, there are three great women behind me. First of all, I would like introduce my wife Karen. We have five kids and one point five grandchildren. Second, I would also like to thank Mrs. Hazel Gershowitz. Hazel’s husband was my commander in the Coast Guard. She has played the most vital role in my life; she took me into her home many years ago when I came to Washington from Louisiana. I cannot tell you the great things she has done for me. Thank you Hazel for all you have contributed to my life.

          And lastly, my special guest, my grandmother, Elsie Lee Lovick. I watched with great amazement as my grandmother raised me from the day I was born until I left and joined the Coast Guard in 1968. And I have to tell you, Grandmother, I know you paid a tremendous price for the privileges and honors I receive today. I want you to know that you have always been the wind beneath my wings and you are my hero. Everything I am and all that I will be in my life is because of you. Thank you so very much.

          I want to tell you my grandmother brought us threw some very tough times. We are facing some tough times this session. Maybe the worst in two decades. After a long period of economic expansion we have a huge budget shortfall and one of the highest unemployment rates in the nation. As we consider what to do with our State budget, our education system, our health care programs and social services, let us remember Hubert Humphrey's words. Hubert Humphrey died twenty five years ago today. Humphrey once said 'let the moral test of government is how it treats those who are in the dawn of life, the children; those who are in the twilight of life, the elderly and those who are in the shadow of life, the sick, the needy and the handicapped.' Each and everyone of us want the same things that my grandmother worked hard for all of these years – a better life for our families. As we begin this session we must remember that it is indeed our job to help individuals and families make a better life for future generations.

          Thank you very much and may God bless you and may God continue to bless America."

ELECTION OF CHIEF CLERK

          Representative Kenney: "Thank you, Mr. Speaker. It gives me great pleasure to nominate Cindy Zehnder as Chief Clerk of the Washington State House of Representatives.

          The Chief Clerk plays an important role in the successful operations of the House of Representatives. Responsibilities include administrative and committee support, staff, budget, security and facilities. Cindy brings unique capabilities to this role, having served as co-Chief Clerk and then Chief Clerk. She has proven abilities in the development and implementation of policy, extensive negotiation experience in both the public and private sectors with an in-depth knowledge of media and public relations. Her skills in strategic planning, information technology and quality improvement are positive contributions.

          Cindy has demonstrated her leadership skill in working with diverse groups and individuals, especially this group—all 98 of us—which in itself can be a challenge. I had the pleasure of meeting Cindy in our other lives (a number of years ago) and I always admired her ability to stay cool under pressure (not that there is any pressure in this job) and also her ability to listen and work together with others to find solutions to the issue at hand.

          Cindy’s great laugh and sense of humor remind us not only that laughter is good for the soul, but there are times we shouldn’t take ourselves too seriously. She has been a great Chief Clerk and I am proud to support the nomination of Cindy Zehnder as Chief Clerk of the House and I hope you will, too!

          Thank you."

          Representative Kessler moved the nominations for Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives be closed. The motion carried.

          Representative Kessler moved that the rules be suspended and that by a voice vote, Cynthia Zehnder be elected as Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives. The motion carried.

          Representative Kenney escorted Cynthia Zehnder to the Rostrum.    Chief Justice Alexander administered the Oath of Office to Cynthia Zehnder.

CHIEF CLERK'S COMMENTS

          Chief Clerk Zehnder: "Thank you. And thank you Representative Kenney and Chief Justice Alexander.

          Mr. Speaker, Representative McMorris, Members of the House – thank you for the honor of serving as your Chief Clerk.

          I would like to acknowledge, if I may Mr. Speaker, the wonderful staff of the House of Representatives whose hard work and dedication have made it possible for all of us to succeed. In particular, I would like to thank our Deputy Chief Clerk, Bill Wegeleben, and our Facilities Director, Sharon Hayward, whose tireless efforts and endless goodwill make it look so easy.

          Finally, I want to express my appreciation to each of you. Your commitment, your energy and your extraordinary dedication to the public good make it all worthwhile.

          Thank you."

          The Speaker thanked Chief Justice Alexander for administering the oaths of office and requested Representatives Delvin and Eickmeyer escort the Chief Justice from the Chamber.

RESOLUTION

          HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 2003-4601, By Representatives Kessler and DeBolt

          BE IT RESOLVED, That the Speaker of the House of Representatives appoint a committee of four members of the House of Representatives to notify the Senate that the House of Representatives is now organized and ready to conduct business.

          Representative Kessler moved the adoption of the resolution.

          Representative Kessler spoke in favor of the adoption of the resolution.

          HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 4601 was adopted.

          The Speaker appointed a special committee to notify the Senate the House was organized and ready to do business: Representatives Darneille, Holmquist, Rockefeller and Talcott.

INTRODUCTION & FIRST READING

HB 1000              by Representatives Sullivan, Cooper, Chase, O'Brien, Haigh and Nixon

          AN ACT Relating to metropolitan municipal corporations; and amending RCW 35.58.320.,

          Referred to Committee on Local Government.

HB 1001              by Representatives Lantz, Chase, Ruderman, Fromhold, Dickerson, Conway, Schindler, Veloria, O'Brien, Kenney, Campbell, Nixon and Darneille

          AN ACT Relating to voyeurism; amending RCW 9A.44.115 and 9A.04.080; and prescribing penalties.,

          Referred to Committee on Judiciary.

HB 1002              by Representatives Hunt, Berkey, Cooper, Romero, Linville, Chase, Kagi, Wood, Simpson, Morrell, Rockefeller, Ruderman, Fromhold, Dickerson, Conway, Kessler, Cody, Jarrett, Veloria, O'Brien, Campbell, McDermott, Clibborn, Sullivan, Nixon, McIntire, Lantz, Moeller and Hudgins

          AN ACT Relating to mercury reduction and education; adding a new chapter to Title 70 RCW; and prescribing penalties.,

          Referred to Committee on Fisheries, Ecology & Parks.

HB 1003              by Representatives Morris, Linville, Wood, Anderson, Conway, O'Brien, Kenney and Sullivan

          AN ACT Relating to investing in technology and biotechnical research and technology transfer; reenacting and amending RCW 43.79A.040; adding a new section to chapter 28B.20 RCW; and adding a new chapter to Title 70 RCW.,

          Referred to Committee on Technology, Telecommunications & Energy.

HB 1004              by Representatives Morris and Sullivan

          AN ACT Relating to energy; amending RCW 82.16.020, 82.16.050, 82.16.053, 82.16.055, and 35.21.870; adding a new section to chapter 82.16 RCW; repealing RCW 82.12.022 and 82.14.230; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.,

          Referred to Committee on Technology, Telecommunications & Energy.

HB 1005              by Representatives Morris, Linville, Wood, Anderson, Fromhold, Conway, Kessler, O'Brien, Kenney, Haigh, Schual-Berke and Sullivan

          AN ACT Relating to the joint task force on long-term energy supply; amending RCW 43.21F.015 and 43.21F.090; creating new sections; and providing an expiration date.,

          Referred to Committee on Technology, Telecommunications & Energy.

HB 1006              by Representatives Morris and Sullivan

          AN ACT Relating to utility relocation costs; and amending RCW 81.112.100.,

          Referred to Committee on Technology, Telecommunications & Energy.

HB 1007              by Representatives Morris, Linville, Conway, Sullivan and Upthegrove

          AN ACT Relating to a permitting bill of rights; and adding a new section to chapter 1.20 RCW.,

          Referred to Committee on State Government.

HB 1008              by Representatives Morris, Dickerson, Kagi, Conway, Lovick, Linville, Chase, Anderson, O'Brien, Kenney and McDermott

          AN ACT Relating to the creation of a license plate emblem to benefit orca whale research; adding a new section to chapter 77.12 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 43.300 RCW; and creating a new section.,

          Referred to Committee on Transportation.

HB 1009              by Representatives Dickerson, Delvin, Skinner, Kagi, Chase, Wood, Sommers, Miloscia, Conway, Cody, O'Brien, Kenney, Schual-Berke, McDermott and Lovick

          AN ACT Relating to video and computer games depicting violence against public law enforcement officers; adding a new section to chapter 9.91 RCW; creating a new section; and prescribing penalties.,

          Referred to Committee on Juvenile Justice & Family Law.

HB 1010              by Representatives Dickerson, Delvin, Kenney, Sullivan and Darneille

          AN ACT Relating to discharge of a minor from a mental health facility; and amending RCW 71.34.046.,

          Referred to Committee on Juvenile Justice & Family Law.

HB 1011              by Representatives Bush, O'Brien, Armstrong, Chase, Mielke, Delvin, Hunt, Quall, Boldt, Pearson, Sump, Miloscia, Cox, Ruderman, Roach, Lovick, Schindler, Shabro, Woods, Buck, Benson, McMahan, Schoesler, Schual-Berke, Talcott, Anderson, Kagi, Rockefeller, Condotta, Conway, Alexander, Kenney, Campbell, Sullivan and Nixon

          AN ACT Relating to prohibiting the use of voluntary intoxication as a defense against a criminal charge; and amending RCW 9A.16.090 and 9A.08.010.,

          Referred to Committee on Judiciary.

HB 1012              by Representatives Bush, Veloria, Miloscia, Kirby, Kenney, Dunshee and Conway

          AN ACT Relating to residential landlord-tenant relationships; and amending RCW 59.18.060 and 4.28.080.,

          Referred to Committee on Judiciary.

HB 1013              by Representatives Morris, Miloscia, Eickmeyer, Linville, Chase, Anderson, Ruderman, Mielke, Conway, Bush, Haigh and Sullivan

          AN ACT Relating to the utilities and transportation commission; creating new sections; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.,

          Referred to Committee on Technology, Telecommunications & Energy.

HB 1014              by Representatives Nixon, Anderson and Mielke

          AN ACT Relating to paper size of initiative and referendum petitions; and amending RCW 29.79.080.,

          Referred to Committee on State Government.

HB 1015              by Representatives Nixon and Woods

          AN ACT Relating to safety rest areas; amending RCW 47.12.125 and 47.12.244; adding a new section to chapter 47.38 RCW; and creating a new section.,

          Referred to Committee on Transportation.

HB 1016              by Representative Nixon

          AN ACT Relating to the revocation of juvenile driving privileges; amending RCW 9A.56.030, 9A.56.040, and 9A.56.070; and adding a new section to chapter 46.20 RCW.,

          Referred to Committee on Juvenile Justice & Family Law.

HB 1017              by Representatives Nixon, Kagi, Wood, Anderson, Ruderman, Sullivan and Lantz

          AN ACT Relating to covering loads of dirt, sand, and gravel; and amending RCW 46.61.655.,

          Referred to Committee on Transportation.

HB 1018              by Representatives Nixon and O'Brien

          AN ACT Relating to use tax on motor homes; and amending RCW 82.12.0251.,

          Referred to Committee on Finance.

HB 1019              by Representatives Nixon, Ruderman, Lantz, Woods and Upthegrove

          AN ACT Relating to protection of identification of persons who pay tolls electronically; and reenacting and amending RCW 42.17.310.,

          Referred to Committee on State Government.

HB 1020              by Representative Nixon

          AN ACT Relating to perfecting certain time periods under chapter 50.32 RCW; and adding a new section to chapter 50.32 RCW.,

          Referred to Committee on Commerce & Labor.

HB 1021              by Representatives Nixon and Mielke

          AN ACT Relating to inspection of political candidates' contributions and expenditures; and amending RCW 42.17.080.,

          Referred to Committee on State Government.

HB 1022              by Representative Nixon

          AN ACT Relating to establishing prosecutors pro tem; adding a new section to chapter 36.27 RCW; and creating a new section.,

          Referred to Committee on Judiciary.

HB 1023              by Representatives Nixon and Anderson

          AN ACT Relating to interest and penalties on delinquent property taxes; and amending RCW 84.56.020.,

          Referred to Committee on Finance.

HB 1024              by Representative Nixon

          AN ACT Relating to waterbody-specific recreational fishing rules; and amending RCW 77.08.010, 77.04.090, and 77.12.047.,

          Referred to Committee on Fisheries, Ecology & Parks.

HB 1025              by Representatives Nixon, Wood and Mielke

          AN ACT Relating to hunting and fishing; amending RCW 77.32.070, 77.15.070, 77.15.140, 77.15.170, 77.15.230, 77.15.280, 77.15.380, 77.15.390, 77.15.400, 77.15.430, and 77.15.440; adding a new section to chapter 77.32 RCW; creating a new section; and prescribing penalties.,

          Referred to Committee on Fisheries, Ecology & Parks.

HB 1026              by Representatives Nixon, Mielke, Schindler and Woods

          AN ACT Relating to the privatization of the state's retail and wholesale liquor sales; amending RCW 66.04.010, 66.08.020, 66.08.050, 66.08.150, 66.24.010, 66.16.010, 66.16.040, 66.16.060, 66.16.070, 66.16.080, 66.16.100, 66.16.110, 66.20.010, 66.20.160, 66.20.170, 66.20.180, 66.20.190, 66.20.200, 66.20.210, 66.44.150, 66.24.440, 66.24.540, 66.24.410, 66.08.030, 66.12.110, and 66.12.120; adding a new chapter to Title 66 RCW; creating a new section; repealing RCW 66.16.030 and 66.16.090; and providing an effective date.,

          Referred to Committee on Commerce & Labor.

HB 1027              by Representative Nixon

          AN ACT Relating to services available to WorkFirst recipients; and amending RCW 74.08A.290.,

          Referred to Committee on Children & Family Services.

HB 1028              by Representatives Dickerson, Delvin, Kagi, O'Brien, Kenney and Upthegrove

          AN ACT Relating to a study by the institute for public policy to create a system to encourage investment in proven intervention and prevention programs for at-risk youth; creating a new section; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.,

          Referred to Committee on Juvenile Justice & Family Law.

HB 1029              by Representatives McDonald, Simpson, Pearson, Condotta, Mielke, Shabro, O'Brien, Bush, Sump, Campbell and Woods

          AN ACT Relating to property tax relief for senior citizens and persons retired because of physical disability; amending RCW 84.36.381 and 84.36.383; and creating a new section.,

          Referred to Committee on Finance.

HB 1030              by Representatives McDonald, Pearson, Shabro, Bush, Nixon and Woods

          AN ACT Relating to voyeurism; amending RCW 9A.44.115 and 9A.04.080; and prescribing penalties.,

          Referred to Committee on Judiciary.

HB 1031              by Representatives Lovick, O'Brien, Sullivan and Lantz

          AN ACT Relating to payment of traffic infraction and misdemeanor penalties; amending RCW 46.64.025; and reenacting and amending RCW 46.63.110.,

          Referred to Committee on Judiciary.

HB 1032              by Representatives Veloria, Eickmeyer, Linville, Chase, Hatfield, Fromhold, McCoy, Conway, Kessler, Cody, Jarrett, Murray, Kenney, Schual-Berke, Clibborn, Lovick, Upthegrove and McIntire; by request of Governor Locke

          AN ACT Relating to funding for the community economic revitalization board; amending 2002 c 242 s 1 (uncodified); reenacting and amending RCW 43.84.092; adding a new section to chapter 43.84 RCW; and providing an effective date.,

          Referred to Committee on Trade & Economic Development.

HB 1033              by Representatives Kirby, Cooper, Sullivan and Lantz

          AN ACT Relating to clarifying the restrictions concerning occupational licenses; and reenacting and amending RCW 46.20.391.,

          Referred to Committee on Judiciary.

HB 1034              by Representatives Morris, Linville, Anderson, Mielke, Conway, Kenney, Haigh, Sullivan and Upthegrove

          AN ACT Relating to technology product development incentives; amending RCW 82.63.005, 82.04.4452, 82.63.020, and 82.63.030; adding new sections to chapter 43.131 RCW; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.,

          Referred to Committee on Technology, Telecommunications & Energy.

HB 1035              by Representatives Morris, Linville, Simpson, Anderson, O'Brien, Haigh, Sullivan and Hudgins

          AN ACT Relating to authorizing a business and occupation tax credit for corporations establishing headquarters in this state; adding a new section to chapter 82.04 RCW; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.,

          Referred to Committee on Trade & Economic Development.

HB 1036              by Representatives Hatfield, Woods, Simpson, Cooper, Rockefeller and Mielke

          AN ACT Relating to department of licensing agent and subagent provisions; and amending RCW 46.01.230.,

          Referred to Committee on Transportation.

HB 1037              by Representatives Gombosky, Cairnes, Linville, Wood, Mielke, Sullivan and Nixon

          AN ACT Relating to exempting retail sales of food and beverages from the litter tax that are consumed indoors on the seller's premises; and amending RCW 82.19.050.,

          Referred to Committee on Finance.

HB 1038              by Representatives Simpson, Cooper, Chase, O'Brien and Upthegrove

          AN ACT Relating to insurance for victims of malicious harassment; amending RCW 49.60.030; and adding a new section to chapter 48.30 RCW.,

          Referred to Committee on Financial Institutions & Insurance.

HB 1039              by Representatives Simpson and Chase

          AN ACT Relating to vesting of short subdivisions; amending RCW 58.17.033; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.,

          Referred to Committee on Local Government.

HB 1040              by Representatives O'Brien, Schoesler, Dickerson, Chandler, Kagi, Talcott, Kenney, Morris, Veloria, Chase, Rockefeller, Benson, Campbell, Sullivan and Darneille

          AN ACT Relating to removing the statute of limitations on childhood sexual abuse civil cases; and amending RCW 4.16.340.,

          Referred to Committee on Judiciary.

HJM 4000           by Representatives Morris, Kenney, Conway, Lovick, Linville, Anderson and O'Brien

          Supporting regional infrastructure security.

          Referred to Committee on Technology, Telecommunications & Energy.

HJM 4001           by Representatives Nixon, Mielke, Benson and Woods

          Requesting a federal waiver to allow private rest areas.

          Referred to Committee on Transportation.

HJM 4002           by Representative Nixon

          Requesting the supreme court to allow the legislature to appropriate the funds it deems necessary for criminal defense assistance.

          Referred to Committee on Judiciary.

HJM 4003           by Representatives Wallace, Morris, Kenney, Conway, Eickmeyer, Linville and Wood

          Requesting increased borrowing authority for the Bonneville Power Administration.

          Referred to Committee on Technology, Telecommunications & Energy.

HCR 4400           by Representatives Kessler and DeBolt

          Notifying the Governor that the Legislature is organized.

HCR 4401           by Representatives Kessler and DeBolt

          Calling Joint Sessions of the Legislature.

          There being no objection, HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 4400 was read the first time, the rules were suspended and the concurrent resolution was placed on the Second Reading calendar.

          There being no objection, the House advanced to the sixth order of business.

SECOND READING

          HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 4400, by Representatives Kessler and DeBolt

              Notifying the Governor that the Legislature is organized.

            The concurrent resolution was read the second time.

            There being no objection, the rules were suspended, the second reading considered the third and the concurrent resolution was placed on final adoption.

            Representative Kessler spoke in favor of adoption of the concurrent resolution.

            Speaker Chopp stated the question before the House to be the final adoption of House Concurrent Resolution No. 4400.

            HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 4400 was declared adopted.

            The Speaker appointed a special committee to join with a special committee from the Senate to notify the Governor the Legislature was organized and ready to do business: Representatives Ruderman and Roach.

            There being no objection, the House reverted to the fourth order of business.

            There being no objection, HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 4401 was read the first time, the rules were suspended and the concurrent resolution was placed on the Second Reading calendar.

SECOND READING

            HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 4401, by Representatives Kessler and DeBolt

            Calling Joint Sessions of the Legislature.

            The concurrent resolution was read the second time.

            On motion of Representative Kessler, the rules were suspended, the second reading considered the third and the concurrent resolution was placed on final adoption.

            Representative Kessler spoke in favor of adoption of the concurrent resolution.

            Speaker Chopp stated the question before the House to be the final adoption of House Concurrent Resolution No. 4401.

            HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 4401 was declared adopted.

            The Sergeant at Arms notified the Speaker a delegation from the Senate was at the door and requesting admission to the House. The Speaker requested the Sergeant at Arms admit the Senate delegation and escort them to the bar of the House. Senators Ken Jacobsen, Dave Schmidt, Mark Doumit, Luke Esser, Aaron Reardon and Joyce Mulliken addressed the Chamber. The Sergeant at Arms escorted the Senate delegation out of the Chamber.

            The Sergeant at Arms announced the House delegation to the Senate had returned. The Speaker requested they be escorted to the Rostrum. Representatives Talcott, Darneille, Holmquist and Rockefeller reported to the House.

MESSAGE FROM THE SENATE

January 13, 2003

Mr. Speaker:

            The Senate has adopted SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 8400, and the same is herewith transmitted.

Milt H. Doumit, Secretary

            There being no objection, the House reverted to the fourth order of business.

INTRODUCTION & FIRST READING

SCR 8400             by Senators West and Brown

            Establishing cutoff dates for the 2003 regular session.

            There being no objection, SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 8400 was read the first time, the rules were suspended and the concurrent resolution was placed on the Second Reading calendar.

            There being no objection, the House advanced to the sixth order of business.

SECOND READING

            SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 8400, By Senators West and Brown

              Establishing cutoff dates for the 2003 regular session.

              The concurrent resolution was read the second time.

              On motion of Representative Kessler, the rules were suspended, the second reading considered the third and the concurrent resolution was placed on final adoption.

              Representative Kessler spoke in favor of adoption of the concurrent resolution.

              Speaker Chopp stated the question before the House to be the final adoption of Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 8400.

              SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 8400 was declared adopted.

              There being no objection, the House reverted to the fourth order of business.

              On motion of Representative Kessler, the bills, memorials and resolutions listed on the day's introduction sheet under the fourth order of business were referred to the committees so designated.

MESSAGES FROM THE SENATE

January 13, 2003

Mr. Speaker:

              The Senate has adopted HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 4401, and the same is herewith transmitted.

Milt H. Doumit, Secretary

January 13, 2003

Mr. Speaker:

              The Senate has adopted HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 4400, and the same is herewith transmitted.

Milt H. Doumit, Secretary

              The Sergeant at Arms announced the House delegation to the Governor's had returned. The Speaker requested they be escorted to the Rostrum. Representatives Ruderman and Roach reported to the House.

              There being no objection, the House advanced to the eleventh order of business.

COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS

              The Speaker announced the following committee assignments:

Agriculture & Natural Resources (13) -- Linville, Chair; Rockefeller, Vice Chair; *Schoesler; **Holmquist; **Kristiansen; Chandler; Eickmeyer; Grant; Hunt; McDermott; Orcutt; Quall; Sump

Appropriations (27) -- Sommers, Chair; Fromhold, Vice Chair; *Sehlin; **Pearson; Alexander; Boldt; Buck; Clements; Cody; Conway; Cox; DeBolt; Dunshee; Grant; Hunter; Kagi; Kenney; Kessler; Linville; McDonald; McIntire; Miloscia; Pflug; Ruderman; Schual-Berke; Sump; Talcott

Capital Budget (25) -- Dunshee, Chair; Hunt, Vice Chair; *Alexander; **Priest; Armstrong; Benson; Blake; Bush; Chase; Flannigan; Hankins; Hinkle; Kirby; Lantz; Mastin; McIntire; Morrell; Murray; Newhouse; O'Brien; Orcutt; Schoesler; Simpson; Veloria; Woods

Children & Family Services (9) -- Kagi, Chair; Darneille, Vice Chair; *Boldt; **Roach; Bailey; Dickerson; Miloscia; Pettigrew; Shabro

Commerce & Labor (9) -- Conway, Chair; Wood, Vice Chair; *Chandler; **Condotta; Crouse; Holmquist; Hudgins; Kenney; McCoy

Criminal Justice & Corrections (7) -- O'Brien, Chair; Darneille, Vice Chair; *Mielke; **Ahern; Kagi; Lovick; Pearson

Education (11) -- Quall, Chair; McDermott, Vice Chair; *Talcott; **Tom; Anderson; Cox; Haigh; Hunter; McMahan; Rockefeller; Santos

Finance (9) -- Gombosky, Chair; McIntire, Vice Chair; *Cairnes; **Orcutt; Ahern; Conway; Morris; Roach; Santos

Financial Institutions & Insurance (11) -- Schual-Berke, Chair; Simpson, Vice Chair; *Benson; **Newhouse; Cairnes; Carrell; Cooper; Hatfield; Hunter; Roach; Santos

Fisheries, Ecology & Parks (9) -- Cooper, Chair; Berkey, Vice Chair; *Sump; **Hinkle; Buck; Hatfield; O'Brien; Pearson; Upthegrove

Health Care (13) -- Cody, Chair; Morrell, Vice Chair; *Pflug; **Bailey; Alexander; Benson; Campbell; Clibborn; Darneille; Edwards; Moeller; Schual-Berke; Skinner

Higher Education (15) -- Kenney, Chair; Fromhold, Vice Chair; *Cox; **Priest; Berkey; Boldt; Buck; Chase; Clements; Condotta; Gombosky; Jarrett; Lantz; McCoy; Morrell

Judiciary (9) -- Lantz, Chair; Moeller, Vice Chair; *Carrell; **McMahan; Campbell; Flannigan; Kirby; Lovick; Newhouse

Juvenile Justice & Family Law (7) -- Dickerson, Chair; Pettigrew, Vice Chair; *Delvin; Carrell; Eickmeyer; Hinkle; Upthegrove

Local Government (11) -- Romero, Chair; Upthegrove, Vice Chair; *Schindler; **Jarrett; Ahern; Berkey; Clibborn; Edwards; Ericksen; Mielke; Moeller

Rules (19) -- Chopp, Chair; *McMorris; Bush; Clements; DeBolt; Eickmeyer; Grant; Haigh; Hatfield; Hunt; Jarrett; Kessler; Kirby; Lovick; McDonald; Pearson; Ruderman; Santos; Woods

State Government (9) -- Haigh, Chair; Miloscia, Vice Chair; *Armstrong; **Shabro; Hunt; McDermott; Nixon; Tom; Wallace

Technology, Telecommunications & Energy (17) -- Morris, Chair; Ruderman, Vice Chair; Sullivan, Vice Chair; *Crouse; **Nixon; Anderson; Blake; Bush; DeBolt; Delvin; Hudgins; Kirby; McMahan; Romero; Tom; Wallace; Wood

Trade & Economic Development (11) -- Veloria, Chair; Eickmeyer, Vice Chair; *Skinner; **McDonald; Blake; Chase; Condotta; Kristiansen; McCoy; Pettigrew; Priest

Transportation (29) -- Murray, Chair; Simpson, Vice Chair; Rockefeller, Vice Chair; *Ericksen; **Jarrett; Anderson; Armstrong; Bailey; Campbell; Clibborn; Cooper; Dickerson; Edwards; Flannigan; Hankins; Hatfield; Hudgins; Kristiansen; Lovick; Mielke; Morris; Nixon; Romero; Schindler; Shabro; Sullivan; Wallace; Wood; Woods

*            Ranking Minority Member

**          Asst. Ranking Minority Member

              The Sergeant of Arms reported that the delegation from the Governor's had returned with a message.

MOTION

              On motion of Representative Kessler, the House adjourned until 9:55 a.m., January 14, 2003, the 2^nd Day of the Regular Session. Members are requested to assemble at 3:30 p.m. at the Worthington Center, St. Martin’s College, Lacey for Joint Session. The purpose is to receive the Governor’s State of the State address.

FRANK CHOPP, Speaker                                                                                  CYNTHIA ZEHNDER, Chief Clerk