SENATE BILL REPORT

SJM 8017

BYSenators DeJarnatt, Smith, Sutherland, Bauer, Newhouse, Sellar, Hayner, Benitz, Hansen and Barr

Resolving to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the discovery of the Columbia river.

Senate Committee on Environment & Natural Resources

Senate Hearing Date(s):January 23, 1990

Majority Report:     Do pass.

     Signed by Senators Metcalf, Chairman; Amondson, Vice Chairman; Barr, Benitz, DeJarnatt, Kreidler, Owen, Patterson, Sutherland.

Senate Staff:Ross Antipa (786-7413)

                March 3, 1990

House Committe on Commerce & Labor

AS PASSED SENATE, FEBRUARY 5, 1990

BACKGROUND:

Captain Robert Gray discovered the Columbia River in 1792.  In 1992 a celebration will be held to honor the 200th year since exploration occurred.

SUMMARY:

The citizens of Washington and Oregon are informed of the upcoming celebration and urged to share in the fun of the event.

Appropriation:  none

Revenue:   none

Fiscal Note:    none requested

Senate Committee - Testified:   David Nicandri, Washington State Historical Society (pro)

HOUSE AMENDMENT:

The celebration is coordinated with the Washington State Historical Society, the Oregon State Historical Society, and the International Committee for the celebration of the Maritime Bicentennial.