SIXTIETH LEGISLATURE - REGULAR SESSION
THIRTY FIRST DAY
House Chamber, Olympia, Wednesday, February 7, 2007
The House was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by the Speaker (Representative Lovick presiding).
Reading of the Journal of the previous day was dispensed with and it was ordered to stand approved.
INTRODUCTION & FIRST READING
HB 2062 by Representatives Simpson, Orcutt, Dunshee, Fromhold, Strow, Chase, O'Brien, Sells, Ormsby, Curtis, B. Sullivan, Haler, Takko, Hankins, Ericks, McCoy, Pettigrew, Armstrong, Quall, Williams, Chandler and Bailey; by request of Lieutenant Governor
AN ACT Relating to authorizing the creation of a public speedway authority; amending RCW 36.38.010, 35.21.280, 36.70A.110, 47.42.025, 70.107.080, 39.04.010, 84.33.140, 76.09.060, 35.13.005, 35.13.180, 36.94.020, 36.94.030, 35.91.020, 84.34.037, and 36.96.010; reenacting and amending RCW 82.29A.130; adding new sections to chapter 82.14 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 82.08 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 82.12 RCW; adding a new chapter to Title 36 RCW; creating new sections; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
Referred to Committee on Finance.
HB 2063 by Representatives Fromhold, Hinkle, Morrell, Bailey, Simpson, Curtis, Grant and Ormsby
AN ACT Relating to certificate of capital authorization; and amending RCW 74.46.803 and 74.46.807.
Referred to Committee on Appropriations.
HB 2064 by Representatives Ormsby, Priest, Quall, Jarrett, Haler, P. Sullivan, Fromhold, Schual-Berke, Orcutt, Hunter, Linville, Kenney, Conway, Wood, Simpson and Hudgins
AN ACT Relating to developing integrated academic and career and technical field of study programs; creating new sections; and providing an expiration date.
Referred to Committee on Education.
HB 2065 by Representatives Kristiansen, Sells, Jarrett, Wallace, B. Sullivan, Campbell, Strow, Hailey, Kretz, Anderson, Buri, McCune, Rodne, Linville, Pearson, Hurst, O'Brien, Newhouse, Roach, Bailey, Wood, Rolfes, Kelley and Ormsby
AN ACT Relating to prioritizing tuition waivers for war veterans; and amending RCW 28B.15.910.
Referred to Committee on Higher Education.
HB 2066 by Representatives Hunt, Campbell, Upthegrove and Schual-Berke; by request of Department of Health
AN ACT Relating to clarifying regulatory authority for large on-site sewage systems; amending RCW 70.05.070, 43.20.050, 90.48.162, 90.48.110, and 36.94.010; adding new sections to chapter 70.118 RCW; adding a new chapter to Title 70 RCW; creating a new section; and prescribing penalties.
Referred to Committee on Select Committee on Environmental Health.
HB 2067 by Representative B. Sullivan
AN ACT Relating to improving the clarity of the Washington clean air act by increasing readability through policy neutral changes; amending RCW 70.94.011, 70.94.015, 70.94.017, 70.94.030, 70.94.035, 70.94.037, 70.94.040, 70.94.041, 70.94.053, 70.94.055, 70.94.069, 70.94.070, 70.94.081, 70.94.085, 70.94.091, 70.94.092, 70.94.093, 70.94.094, 70.94.096, 70.94.097, 70.94.100, 70.94.120, 70.94.130, 70.94.141, 70.94.142, 70.94.151, 70.94.153, 70.94.154, 70.94.155, 70.94.157, 70.94.161, 70.94.162, 70.94.163, 70.94.165, 70.94.170, 70.94.181, 70.94.200, 70.94.205, 70.94.211, 70.94.230, 70.94.240, 70.94.260, 70.94.262, 70.94.331, 70.94.332, 70.94.335, 70.94.350, 70.94.370, 70.94.380, 70.94.385, 70.94.390, 70.94.395, 70.94.400, 70.94.405, 70.94.410, 70.94.420, 70.94.422, 70.94.425, 70.94.430, 70.94.431, 70.94.435, 70.94.440, 70.94.450, 70.94.455, 70.94.457, 70.94.460, 70.94.470, 70.94.473, 70.94.475, 70.94.477, 70.94.480, 70.94.483, 70.94.510, 70.94.521, 70.94.527, 70.94.528, 70.94.531, 70.94.534, 70.94.537, 70.94.541, 70.94.544, 70.94.547, 70.94.551, 70.94.600, 70.94.610, 70.94.620, 70.94.630, 70.94.640, 70.94.650, 70.94.651, 70.94.654, 70.94.656, 70.94.660, 70.94.665, 70.94.670, 70.94.690, 70.94.700, 70.94.710, 70.94.715, 70.94.720, 70.94.725, 70.94.730, 70.94.743, 70.94.745, 70.94.750, 70.94.755, 70.94.760, 70.94.765, 70.94.775, 70.94.780, 70.94.785, 70.94.800, 70.94.820, 70.94.850, 70.94.875, 70.94.880, 70.94.892, 70.94.901, 70.94.960, 70.94.970, 70.94.996, 1.16.030, 28B.130.010, 43.01.225, 43.01.230, 43.01.240, 43.21B.110, 43.21B.310, 43.21B.300, 43.21C.0381, 43.21K.020, 43.41.140, 43.42.070, 46.08.172, 46.68.020, and 52.12.150; reenacting and amending RCW 70.94.152; adding a new chapter to Title 70 RCW; creating new sections; recodifying RCW 70.94.011, 70.94.030, 70.94.331, 70.94.040, 70.94.181, 70.94.035, 70.94.200, 70.94.205, 70.94.335, 70.94.157, 70.94.370, 70.94.420, 70.94.510, 70.94.033, 70.94.440, 70.94.015, 70.94.017, 70.94.960, 70.94.630, 70.94.544, 70.94.053, 70.94.081, 70.94.055, 70.94.390, 70.94.400, 70.94.069, 70.94.070, 70.94.120, 70.94.100, 70.94.141, 70.94.130, 70.94.142, 70.94.091, 70.94.092, 70.94.093, 70.94.094, 70.94.096, 70.94.385, 70.94.097, 70.94.380, 70.94.230, 70.94.170, 70.94.085, 70.94.240, 70.94.600, 70.94.405, 70.94.410, 70.94.262, 70.94.260, 70.94.395, 70.94.151, 70.94.152, 70.94.153, 70.94.154, 70.94.155, 70.94.161, 70.94.162, 70.94.163, 70.94.850, 70.94.892, 70.94.710, 70.94.715, 70.94.720, 70.94.725, 70.94.730, 70.94.450, 70.94.455, 70.94.457, 70.94.470, 70.94.460, 70.94.473, 70.94.477, 70.94.475, 70.94.041, 70.94.483, 70.94.480, 70.94.650, 70.94.656, 70.94.660, 70.94.670, 70.94.690, 70.94.700, 70.94.665, 70.94.745, 70.94.755, 70.94.743, 70.94.780, 70.94.750, 70.94.765, 70.94.775, 70.94.651, 70.94.654, 70.94.800, 70.94.820, 70.94.875, 70.94.880, 70.94.521, 70.94.037, 70.94.527, 70.94.528, 70.94.531, 70.94.534, 70.94.537, 70.94.541, 70.94.547, 70.94.551, 70.94.555, 70.94.996, 70.94.165, 70.94.970, 70.94.350, 70.94.425, 70.94.430, 70.94.431, 70.94.435, 70.94.785, 70.94.211, 70.94.332, 70.94.422, 70.94.610, 70.94.620, 70.94.640, 70.94.645, 70.94.760, and 70.94.901; decodifying RCW 70.94.025, 70.94.445, 70.94.902, 70.94.904, 70.94.905, 70.94.906, 70.94.911, and 70.94.950; and repealing RCW 70.94.860, 70.94.057, 70.94.068, 70.94.095, 70.94.110, 70.94.143, 70.94.221, 70.94.231, 70.94.453, 70.94.463, 70.94.467, 70.94.805, 70.94.524, 70.94.980, and 70.94.990.
Referred to Committee on Agriculture & Natural Resources.
HB 2068 by Representatives Rodne, Priest, Dunn, Hinkle, Sump, Roach, McCune, Hailey, Ahern, Kretz, Warnick, Crouse, Armstrong, Newhouse, Condotta, Ross, Schindler, Pearson, Haler, Kristiansen, Bailey, Chandler, Strow and Alexander
AN ACT Relating to limiting the power of eminent domain; amending RCW 8.04.070, 8.08.020, 8.12.030, 8.20.070, 8.25.010, and 8.25.020; and adding a new chapter to Title 8 RCW.
Referred to Committee on Judiciary.
HB 2069 by Representative Dickerson
AN ACT Relating to partial confinement; and amending RCW 9.94A.728.
Referred to Committee on Human Services.
HB 2070 by Representatives O'Brien, Goodman and Pearson
AN ACT Relating to exceptional sentences; and amending RCW 9.94A.537.
Referred to Committee on Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness.
HB 2071 by Representatives Eickmeyer, Upthegrove, Blake, Flannigan and Rolfes
AN ACT Relating to the state's management of resources in Hood Canal's aquatic rehabilitation zone one; amending RCW 79.135.220 and 79.135.230; adding a new section to chapter 77.65 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 77.12 RCW; and creating a new section.
Referred to Committee on Select Committee on Puget Sound.
HB 2072 by Representatives Wallace, Haigh, McDermott, Hunter, Sells, Linville, Pedersen, Kenney, Moeller, Morrell, O'Brien, Conway, Eddy, Goodman, Simpson, Hudgins and Ormsby
AN ACT Relating to increasing access to higher education; amending RCW 28B.92.060, 28B.92.080, 28B.15.820, 28B.50.030, and 28B.76.250; adding new sections to chapter 28B.15 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 28B.92 RCW; adding new sections to chapter 28B.50 RCW; adding a new chapter to Title 28B RCW; creating new sections; making appropriations; providing an expiration date; and declaring an emergency.
Referred to Committee on Higher Education.
HB 2073 by Representatives Conway, Wood, Kenney, Moeller, Simpson and Ormsby; by request of Governor Gregoire
AN ACT Relating to a pilot program for vocational rehabilitation services; amending RCW 51.32.095; adding a new section to chapter 51.32 RCW; creating a new section; providing an effective date; and providing an expiration date.
Referred to Committee on Commerce & Labor.
HB 2074 by Representatives Hinkle and Walsh
AN ACT Relating to requesting the court to determine if a termination petition is appropriate when a parent fails to contact a child or indicates an unwillingness to care for the child; amending RCW 13.34.180; adding a new section to chapter 13.34 RCW; and creating a new section.
Referred to Committee on Early Learning & Children's Services.
HB 2075 by Representatives Hinkle and Walsh
AN ACT Relating to termination of parental rights petitions; and amending RCW 13.34.132.
Referred to Committee on Early Learning & Children's Services.
HB 2076 by Representatives Conway, Williams, Condotta, Newhouse and Ormsby
AN ACT Relating to wine and beer tasting; creating a new section; and providing an expiration date.
Referred to Committee on Commerce & Labor.
HB 2077 by Representatives Bailey, Curtis, Schindler, Kretz, Warnick, Hailey, Strow, Ericksen, Roach, Newhouse and Kristiansen
AN ACT Relating to greater accountability for growth management hearings boards; amending RCW 36.70A.260 and 36.70A.320; and repealing RCW 36.70A.340 and 36.70A.345.
Referred to Committee on Local Government.
HB 2078 by Representatives Bailey, Curtis, Schindler, DeBolt, Kretz, Warnick, Hailey, Strow, Chandler, Ericksen, Roach, Newhouse and Kristiansen
AN ACT Relating to encouraging agricultural activities in counties and cities planning under the growth management act; and amending RCW 36.70A.060.
Referred to Committee on Local Government.
HB 2079 by Representatives McDermott, Ormsby, Williams, Simpson and Hunt
AN ACT Relating to use of agency shop fees; amending RCW 42.17.760; and declaring an emergency.
Referred to Committee on State Government & Tribal Affairs.
HB 2080 by Representatives Hunter, Fromhold, Jarrett, Sommers, Anderson, Haigh, Rodne, Kenney, Moeller and Ormsby
AN ACT Relating to equalization of certificated instructional staff salary allocations; amending RCW 28A.400.205; adding new sections to chapter 28A.400 RCW; creating new sections; and declaring an emergency.
Referred to Committee on Appropriations.
HB 2081 by Representatives Van De Wege, Blake, Moeller, McCoy, Takko and Hudgins
AN ACT Relating to tax credits for cogeneration facilities; and adding a new chapter to Title 82 RCW.
Referred to Committee on Technology, Energy & Communications.
HB 2082 by Representatives Chandler, Wallace, Grant, Buri, Miloscia, Kretz and Newhouse
AN ACT Relating to establishing the field of dreams program; amending RCW 28B.95.060; reenacting and amending RCW 43.79A.040; adding a new section to chapter 28B.95 RCW; and adding a new chapter to Title 28B RCW.
Referred to Committee on Higher Education.
HB 2083 by Representatives Ericks, Haler, Hasegawa, Morrell, Walsh, Green, Darneille, Kenney, Pettigrew, Kagi, Bailey, Schual-Berke, McDermott, Linville, Lantz, P. Sullivan, Upthegrove, McCoy, Blake, Moeller, Sells, Hinkle, O'Brien, Simpson and Ormsby
AN ACT Relating to early intervention services for children who are four years old; and amending RCW 28A.155.065.
Referred to Committee on Early Learning & Children's Services.
HB 2084 by Representatives Pearson, Kristiansen, Curtis, Ross, Ahern, Rodne, McCune, Schindler, Warnick, Newhouse, Orcutt, O'Brien, Hailey, Roach and Bailey
AN ACT Relating to improving state supervision of felony offenders in the community; amending RCW 9.94A.737 and 9.94A.631; adding new sections to chapter 72.09 RCW; creating a new section; and prescribing penalties.
Referred to Committee on Human Services.
HB 2085 by Representatives P. Sullivan and Moeller
AN ACT Relating to the confinement of animals; amending RCW 16.52.185; adding a new section to chapter 16.52 RCW; prescribing penalties; and providing an effective date.
Referred to Committee on Judiciary.
HB 2086 by Representatives Conway, Hankins, Hasegawa, B. Sullivan, O'Brien, Simpson, Blake, Wood, McCoy, Ericks, Linville, Campbell, Wallace, Hudgins, Hunt, Williams, Green, Kenney, Moeller, Sells, Appleton, Morrell, Hurst, Van De Wege, Rolfes and Ormsby
AN ACT Relating to creating a joint legislative task force to review the underground economy in the construction industry; creating new sections; and providing an expiration date.
Referred to Committee on Commerce & Labor.
HB 2087 by Representatives Fromhold, Hinkle, Cody and Moeller
AN ACT Relating to certification and recertification of health care facilities; and adding a new section to chapter 43.70 RCW.
Referred to Committee on Appropriations.
HB 2088 by Representatives Darneille, Pettigrew, Ericks, Kenney, O'Brien, Appleton, Campbell, Pedersen, Linville, Moeller, Green, Schual-Berke, Simpson and Ormsby
AN ACT Relating to supporting the needs of children who have been in foster care; amending RCW 43.31.465; reenacting and amending RCW 74.13.031; and adding a new section to chapter 74.13 RCW.
Referred to Committee on Early Learning & Children's Services.
HB 2089 by Representatives Moeller, Conway, Strow, Green, Haler, Seaquist, Chase, Appleton, McDermott, Ormsby, Fromhold, Kessler, Sells, Simpson, P. Sullivan, Kenney, Van De Wege, Campbell and Hudgins
AN ACT Relating to prohibiting the use of state funds provided for long-term care services from being used to assist, promote, or deter union organization; amending RCW 74.39A.007, 74.39A.080, 70.128.160, and 74.42.580; and adding a new section to chapter 74.39A RCW.
Referred to Committee on Commerce & Labor.
HB 2090 by Representatives Dickerson, Dunn and Kenney
AN ACT Relating to the Washington family policy council; and amending RCW 70.190.010.
Referred to Committee on Early Learning & Children's Services.
HB 2091 by Representatives Miloscia and Springer
AN ACT Relating to performance measures in countywide planning policies for the purpose of growth management planning; and amending RCW 36.70A.030 and 36.70A.210.
Referred to Committee on Local Government.
HB 2092 by Representatives Miloscia and Springer
AN ACT Relating to modifying the buildable lands requirements of the department of community, trade, and economic development; and amending RCW 36.70A.215.
Referred to Committee on Local Government.
HB 2093 by Representatives Miloscia and O'Brien
AN ACT Relating to accommodating projected urban growth in large counties by wage decile; and amending RCW 36.70A.110 and 43.62.035.
Referred to Committee on Local Government.
HB 2094 by Representatives Conway, Appleton, Green, Kagi, Moeller, Sells, Morrell, Van De Wege and Ormsby
AN ACT Relating to the taxpayer health care fairness act; adding a new section to chapter 49.60 RCW; adding a new chapter to Title 49 RCW; and prescribing penalties.
Referred to Committee on Commerce & Labor.
HB 2095 by Representatives Jarrett, Priest and Moeller
AN ACT Relating to creating performance-based compensation pilot projects for staff in public schools; amending RCW 28A.400.200, 28A.400.205, and 41.59.935; adding a new section to chapter 28A.400 RCW; creating a new section; and providing an expiration date.
Referred to Committee on Education.
HB 2096 by Representatives B. Sullivan, P. Sullivan, Morrell, McCoy, Simpson and Ormsby
AN ACT Relating to providing incentives for the preservation of manufactured/mobile home communities; amending RCW 43.185A.050; adding a new section to chapter 43.185A RCW; adding a new section to chapter 43.180 RCW; adding a new chapter to Title 82 RCW; and creating a new section.
Referred to Committee on Housing.
HJR 4222 by Representatives Rodne, Priest, Dunn, Hinkle, Ahern, Kretz, Warnick, Crouse, Armstrong, Newhouse, Ericksen, Condotta, Hailey, Roach, Ross, Schindler, Pearson, McCune, Haler, Kristiansen, Bailey, Chandler, Strow and Alexander
Limiting the power of eminent domain.
Referred to Committee on Judiciary.
There being no objection, the bills and resolution listed on the day's introduction sheet under the fourth order of business were referred to the committees so designated.
REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES
February 5, 2007
HB 1120 Prime Sponsor, Representative Cody: Providing a health coverage buy-in program for families with children with disabilities. Reported by Committee on Health Care & Wellness
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives Cody, Chairman; Morrell, Vice Chairman; Hinkle, Ranking Minority Member; Alexander, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Barlow; Campbell; Condotta; Green; Moeller; Pedersen; Schual-Berke and Seaquist.
Referred to Committee on Appropriations.
February 5, 2007
HB 1172 Prime Sponsor, Representative Kagi: Evaluating the seminary building at Saint Edward state park. Reported by Committee on Agriculture & Natural Resources
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives B. Sullivan, Chairman; Blake, Vice Chairman; Kretz, Ranking Minority Member; Warnick, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Dickerson; Eickmeyer; Grant; Hailey; Kagi; Lantz; McCoy; Newhouse; Orcutt; Strow and Van De Wege.
Passed to Committee on Capital Budget.
February 5, 2007
HB 1179 Prime Sponsor, Representative Hasegawa: Allowing part-time students at postsecondary institutions to qualify for a state need grant. Reported by Committee on Higher Education
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives Wallace, Chairman; Sells, Vice Chairman; Anderson, Ranking Minority Member; Buri, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Hasegawa; Jarrett; McIntire and Sommers.
Referred to Committee on Appropriations.
February 5, 2007
HB 1201 Prime Sponsor, Representative Roberts: Extending medicaid coverage for foster care youth who reach age eighteen. Reported by Committee on Health Care & Wellness
MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives Cody, Chairman; Morrell, Vice Chairman; Hinkle, Ranking Minority Member; Alexander, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Barlow; Campbell; Condotta; Green; Moeller; Pedersen; Schual-Berke and Seaquist.
Referred to Committee on Appropriations.
February 5, 2007
HB 1224 Prime Sponsor, Representative Kelley: Regarding cost savings on course materials for community and technical college students. Reported by Committee on Higher Education
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives Wallace, Chairman; Sells, Vice Chairman; Buri, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Hasegawa; Jarrett; McIntire and Sommers.
MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Representatives Anderson, Ranking Minority Member.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 5, 2007
HB 1242 Prime Sponsor, Representative Morrell: Creating a voluntary adult family home certification program. Reported by Committee on Health Care & Wellness
MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives Cody, Chairman; Morrell, Vice Chairman; Hinkle, Ranking Minority Member; Alexander, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Barlow; Campbell; Condotta; Green; Moeller; Pedersen; Schual-Berke and Seaquist.
Referred to Committee on Appropriations.
February 5, 2007
HB 1247 Prime Sponsor, Representative Morrell: Concerning eligibility for long-term care services. Reported by Committee on Health Care & Wellness
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives Cody, Chairman; Morrell, Vice Chairman; Hinkle, Ranking Minority Member; Alexander, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Barlow; Campbell; Condotta; Green; Moeller; Pedersen; Schual-Berke and Seaquist.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 5, 2007
HB 1250 Prime Sponsor, Representative Orcutt: Conducting a pilot project to provide the fish and wildlife commission with independent biological information. Reported by Committee on Agriculture & Natural Resources
MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives B. Sullivan, Chairman; Blake, Vice Chairman; Kretz, Ranking Minority Member; Warnick, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Dickerson; Eickmeyer; Grant; Hailey; Kagi; Lantz; McCoy; Newhouse; Orcutt; Strow and Van De Wege.
Referred to Committee on Appropriations.
February 5, 2007
HB 1305 Prime Sponsor, Representative Kretz: Repealing the statutes regulating food lockers. Reported by Committee on Agriculture & Natural Resources
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives B. Sullivan, Chairman; Blake, Vice Chairman; Kretz, Ranking Minority Member; Warnick, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Dickerson; Eickmeyer; Grant; Hailey; Kagi; Lantz; McCoy; Newhouse; Orcutt; Strow and Van De Wege.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 5, 2007
HB 1311 Prime Sponsor, Representative Grant: Continuing the small farm direct marketing assistance program. Reported by Committee on Agriculture & Natural Resources
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives B. Sullivan, Chairman; Blake, Vice Chairman; Kretz, Ranking Minority Member; Warnick, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Dickerson; Eickmeyer; Grant; Hailey; Kagi; Lantz; McCoy; Newhouse; Orcutt; Strow and Van De Wege.
Referred to Committee on Appropriations.
February 5, 2007
HB 1408 Prime Sponsor, Representative Orcutt: Concerning conversion of forest land to nonforestry uses. Reported by Committee on Agriculture & Natural Resources
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives B. Sullivan, Chairman; Blake, Vice Chairman; Kretz, Ranking Minority Member; Warnick, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Dickerson; Eickmeyer; Grant; Hailey; Kagi; Lantz; McCoy; Newhouse; Orcutt; Strow and Van De Wege.
Referred to Committee on Appropriations.
February 5, 2007
HB 1416 Prime Sponsor, Representative Grant: Extending an asparagus exception to the standards for fruits and vegetables. Reported by Committee on Agriculture & Natural Resources
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives B. Sullivan, Chairman; Blake, Vice Chairman; Kretz, Ranking Minority Member; Warnick, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Dickerson; Eickmeyer; Grant; Hailey; Kagi; Lantz; McCoy; Newhouse; Orcutt; Strow and Van De Wege.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
There being no objection, the bills listed on the day's committee reports sheet under the fifth order of business were referred to the committees so designated.
RESOLUTION
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 2007-4611, by Representatives DeBolt, Alexander, Clibborn and Conway
WHEREAS, There are over 210 local Chambers of Commerce in the state of Washington representing approximately 60,000 small businesses and employing over 2,900,000 citizens; and
WHEREAS, Washington State Chambers of Commerce raise over 30,000,000 dollars annually for local community enrichment projects, involving more than 15,000 volunteers who generously give their time and talent; and
WHEREAS, Washington State Chambers of Commerce manage more than 3,000,000 visitor and relocation inquiries each year, and at the same time serve over 40,000 businesses that seek information about expanding their companies in our state; and
WHEREAS, Chambers of Commerce across Washington state have served their local communities with distinction, dedication, and dignity, enhancing the state's economy and improving the quality of life for its citizens;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the State of Washington officially recognize the invaluable work that local Chambers of Commerce provide to both the economy and citizens of this state; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives to the United States Chamber of Commerce in Washington, D.C.
Representative DeBolt moved the adoption of the resolution.
Representatives DeBolt and Clibborn spoke in favor of the adoption of the resolution.
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 4611 was adopted.
Mark Frydrychowski, Session Legislative Assistant to Senator Swecker gifted the Chamber with a selection of classic guitar music.
The Speaker (Representative Lovick presiding) called the House to order.
The Sergeant at Arms announced that the Senate had arrived. The Speaker (Representative Lovick presiding) requested that the Sergeant at Arms of the House and the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate escort President Pro Tempore Rosa Franklin, Majority Caucus Chair Harriet Spanel, Vice President Pro Tempore Paull Shin and Minority Floor Leader Mark Schoesler to seats on the Rostrum. The Senators were invited to seats within the Chamber.
The Speaker (Representative Lovick presiding) called upon President Pro Tempore Franklin to preside over the Joint Session.
President Pro Tempore Franklin called the Joint Session to order. The Clerk called the roll of the House and Senate and a quorum was present.
President Pro Tempore Franklin introduced the State elected officials: Secretary of State Sam Reed and State Treasurer Mike Murphy.
The Clerk called the roll of the former members who were in attendance: Rick Bender, Bill Brumsickle, Don Carlson, Barbara Cothern, Richard King, Bill Kiskaddon, R.H. "Bob" Lewis, former Secretary of State Ralph Munro, Gary Nelson, Cathy Pearsall-Stipeck, Paul Sanders, Rollie Schmitten, Gary Strannigan, Art Wang, William E. "Bill" Young and Hal Zimmerman.
The Flags were escorted to the Rostrum by the Olympia Marine Corps League Color Guard. President Pro Tempore Franklin led the Chamber in the Pledge of Allegiance.
President Pro Tempore Franklin announced the purpose of the joint session was to conduct memorial services in memory of departed former members of the Legislature. On behalf of the Senate and the House of Representatives, President Pro Tempore Franklin extend a welcome to all the family members who were present. President Pro Tempore Franklin turned the gavel over to Speaker Pro Tempore Lovick to conduct the service.
Father Benedict Auer, St. Martin's University gave the Invocation: "The other morning, Mount Rainier had a shadow against the clouds in the sky, which is unique and happens only on certain rare mornings. The ability to see this shadow is even rarer because the shadow is often covered by gray cloudiness, and you miss it. But this year, it was visible in a pink and salmon colored sky. Today we invoke the Creator of the beauty of this state and our country as we memorialize those individuals who have served our State so well.
Creator of all that is seen and unseen, we come together to remember, for as Joseph Campbell wrote, "To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die." We know we carry with us all those who shaped our lives either directly or indirectly. We are all on a quest or search for truth, while some of us recognize this better than others. This morning, we honor those who saw this pilgrimage clearer than any of us, and committed themselves to changing and caring for our state in all its needs.
Our State stands as a monument to those who have represented us and dedicated themselves to our service. Together as community we uplift and care for each other. In some people this service is greater than others. The British poet, Christina Rossetti, reminded us in the nineteenth century:
"Remember me when I am gone away.
Gone far away into the silent land;
When you can no more hold my hand.
Nor I half turn to go yet turning stay."
This day we remember. We recall. We see with our ears and hear with our hearts. We see through a glass darkly, but we recognize their departure and mourn their leaving, but as the author of The Little Prince, Antoine de Saint-Exupery wrote, "Higher Education & Workforce Education or she who has gone, so we cherish their memory. They abide in us, more potent, nay, more present than the living person."
It is with deep gratitude that we remember and honor departed members of this Legislature who have made their transition, passing from this earthly life. We grieve, but as Shakespeare wrote in Macbeth: "Give sorrow words; the grief that does not speak whispers the fraught hearts and bids it break." At this time, we give sorrow words. We are thankful for each of these persons, their dedication speaks to everyone. Their example of leadership and commitment spurs us on to imitate their examples.
A native American explanation captures our purpose today:
"You shall ask
What good are dead leaves
And I will tell you
They nourish the sore earth.
You shall ask
What reason is there for winter
And I will tell you
To bring about new leaves.
You shall ask
Why are the leaves so green
And I will tell you
Because they are rich with life.
You shall ask
Why must summer end
And I will tell you
So that the leaves will die."
The cycle of life is a gift from you, O Great Creator of all things. Hebrew Scriptures tells us:
"For everything there is a season
A time to be born and a time to die;
A time to plant and a time to pluck what is planted;
A time to break down and a time to build up;
A time to weep and a time to laugh;
A time to mourn and a time to dance;
For everything there is a season,
And a time for every matter under heaven."
Today we remember and thank the Creator of all those sent to us who served and cared for us. We offer gratitude for the uniqueness of all who you created, O Divine Creator, and knowing our lives will never be the same because of these people. As the Medieval Mystic, Meister Eckhart wrote: "The greatest prayer you can say is thank you."
Thank you and Amen."
The Olympia High School Concert Choir under the direction of Dan Schwartz sang "Song of Triumph."
Mr. Speaker (Representative Lovick presiding): "We are assembled today to pay tribute to the lives and services of the distinguished former members of the Washington State Senate and House of Representatives who have passed from among us. The people of our State are grateful for their service. The Sixtieth Legislature of the State of Washington conveys its respects to those deceased legislators.
They once sat in the hallowed chambers of the House and Senate; answered roll calls on sometimes critical perplexing bills, attended committee meetings, above all else, served to the best of their abilities to make our State a better and more enjoyable place to live. While their journey in this life is completed, their achievements, records and valued services have been recorded in the journals of the Senate and House, and are now and forevermore a permanent part of the history of the State of Washington.
We express our sympathies to the bereaved families and their friends and also share with them on this memorable occasion the fond and happy memories of these legislators, who served well beyond their call of duty and responsibilities and truly loved this great State. They have indeed left a legacy of dedicated service that will remain forever etched in our hearts, our memories and our Legislative records."
Speaker Pro Tempore Lovick and President Pro Tempore Franklin called the roll of the deceased former members of the Senate and House of Representatives assisted by Candlelight pages, Brittany Warner and Aiden Borer.
Member District and Years served
Russell Austin Jr. 33rd District
House 1980-81
Memorialized by Representative Shay Schual-Berke
Robert C. Bailey 19th District
House 1951-57, Senate 1957-77
Memorialized by Senator Brian Hatfield
H. Stan Bradley 31st District
House 1971-73
Memorialized by Representative Larry Seaquist
George W. Clarke 41st District
House 1967-71, Senate 1971-85
Memorialized by Representative Fred Jarrett
Hubert F. Donohue 9th, 11th District
Senate 1973-81
Memorialized by Representative Phyllis Kenney
Martin J. Durkan 31st, 47th District
House 1957-58, Senate 1959-1975
Memorialized by Representative Pat Sullivan
Ruth Fisher 27th District
House 1983-2002
Memorialized by Representative Jeannie Darneille
Herb Hadley 18th District
House 1963-1965
Memorialized by Representative Ed Orcutt
Dick Hemstad 22nd District
Senate 1981-1985
Memorialized by Representative Gary Alexander
Geraldine McCormick 5th District
House 1969-82
Memorialized by Senator Chris Marr
Art Moreau 42nd District
House 1975-79
Memorialized by Senator Dale Brandland
Curtis Smith 13th District
House 1979-90
Memorialized by Representative Maralyn Chase
Thomas Allen Swayze Jr. 26th District
House 1965-73
Memorialized by Senator Derek Kilmer
Jim West 6th District
House 1983-87, Senate 1987-2003
Memorialized by Senator Mike Hewitt
Walter Williams 43rd District
House 1961-62, Senate 1963-70
Memorialized by Senator Tracey Eide
Rabbi Dan Bridge, Rabbi Emeritus, Hillel, Foundation for Jewish Life, University of Washington gave the Memorial Prayer: "In speaking of people of greatness, Sir Isaac Newton quoted Bernard of Chartes claiming that we stand on the shoulders of giants. Today we call out the names and we light these candles, the names of Washington State legislators to reminder ourselves that we are here only because we are able to stand on their shoulders. Today we are in this hall of great promise to remember first, to remember the emptiness, the sadness left in the spaces they occupied in our lives, and in the life of this great State. And secondly we stand here to remember their legacies. Rabbi Bernard Raskas describes the impact of a person's life. "What is this immortality in which I believe. I believe that a person lives in his or her family. I believe in the immortality of friends and helpfulness. And I believe that there is a form of immortality in the institutions we build and the causes we espouse."
And thirdly, we light these candles as a memory but also so that we can be inspired – we the people who stand on the shoulders of these legislators – those who came before us. They have certainty lifted us up. I pray we will remember to be inspired by their lives. And that we will be moved – moved enough to act as their hands in a world to which they no longer belong – a world that needs so much fixing.
A prayer the Jewish Reform Movement reads "May the nobility in lives and the high ideals they cherish endure in our thoughts and live on in our deeds. "May we make the memories a blessing."
The Olympia High School Chamber Choir, directed by Dan Schwartz sang "Set me as a Seal".
The Olympia Marine Corps League Detachment Color Guard presented of Flag. Sergeant Michelle Wheeler, 133rd Army National Guard Band played "Taps".
Pastor Phil Rue, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Olympia gave the closing prayer: "Oh mighty and most gracious God, it is in Your heart to love and to seek the wholeness of all of the creation. We give You thanks for those whom You have worked in and through, and who have reflected that grace and whom we honor this day.
We are grateful for their contributions. We are grateful for their legacy. As You have called us to love justice, to love kindness and to walk humbly before You, we thank You for that reflection, and what they have given to us. We ask and we pray that Your spirit would be infused within us. Look over us that we might know Your justice, that we might act with compassion and care, that we might know the wisdom of walking humbly before You and each other. Continue to place within the leaders of this great State the conviction of those things that are dear and precious, and the wisdom to know our fallibilities. And the ability to work together.
Let your blessing be upon those who have loved those we honor this day. Let your blessing be here in this place where decisions are made, where there is service and concern for the people who are represented. Help us always to remember the calling that is ours as we continue to serve in this place. Grant us your grace to love, to serve, to care.
We pray this in your great name. Amen."
"Amazing Grace" was played on the bagpipes by Lieutenant Keith Huntley of the Washington State Patrol.
Speaker Pro Tempore Lovick returned the gavel to President Pro Tempore Franklin who thanked the members of the Memorial Committee and everyone who participated in the day's ceremony.
On motion of Representative Kessler, the Joint Session was dissolved. President Pro Tempore Franklin turned the gavel over to Speaker Pro Tempore Lovick who asked the Sergeant at Arms of the House and Senate to escort President Pro Tempore Franklin, Majority Caucus Chair Harriet Spanel, Vice President Pro Tempore Paull Shin and Minority Floor Leader Mark Schoesler from the Rostrum and the senators from the Chamber.
There being no objection, the House advanced to the eleventh order of business.
MOTION
On motion of Representative Kessler, the House adjourned until 9:55 a.m., February 8, 2007, the 32nd Day of the Regular Session.
FRANK CHOPP, Speaker
RICHARD NAFZIGER, Chief Clerk