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FIFTY EIGHTH LEGISLATURE - REGULAR SESSION

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SEVENTY FIRST DAY

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House Chamber, Olympia, Monday, March 24, 2003

The House was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by the Speaker (Representative Lovick presiding). The Clerk called the roll and a quorum was present.

The flags were escorted to the rostrum by a Sergeant at Arms Color Guard, Pages Zachary Schlegel and Stephanie Swan. The Speaker (Representative Lovick presiding) led the Chamber in the Pledge of Allegiance. Prayer was offered by Reverend Jim Erlandson, Community of Christ, Olympia.

Reading of the Journal of the previous day was dispensed with and it was ordered to stand approved.

RESOLUTIONS

HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 2003-4636, By Representatives Jarrett, Delvin, Orcutt, Kristiansen, Cox, Tom, Alexander, McMahan, Bailey, Shabro, Skinner, Ahern, Mielke, Schindler, Benson, Roach, Schoesler, Holmquist, Nixon, Woods, McDonald, Priest, Clements and Boldt

WHEREAS, Sports participation has become an integral part of American life ingrained into the consciousness of society; and

WHEREAS, Sporting events have components essential to their continued success, such as the players, coaches, and fans; and

WHEREAS, Many sports officials volunteer their time or receive only minimal compensation and participate out of a sheer love of the game and to teach children who play the game the valuable lessons that are learned through participating in sports, including sportsmanship, teamwork, and complying with the rules of the game to achieve a common goal; and

WHEREAS, It is critical that there are a sufficient number of qualified sports officials to enforce the rules of the game and judge potential disputes between participants on the field; and

WHEREAS, Sports officials act as on-field judges for their respective sports and as neutral participants who have no stake in the outcome of the game; and

WHEREAS, Sports officials who give their time and energy to officiate games deserve our collective respect and must have our collective assistance in creating a safe and secure environment for our children to play; and

WHEREAS, Young people observe both the good and bad behavior of their sports heroes, other athletes, coaches, and fans and often emulate that behavior in either a positive or negative manner; and

WHEREAS, As a society, we must act on the belief that respect for authority is critical to living, working, and playing together in a civil society governed by the rule of law;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the state of Washington express its appreciation to all those sports officials in recreational programs, who do all they can to promote sports as a beacon to highlight positive behavior and the need for good sportsmanship and fair play.

House Resolution No. 4636 was adopted.

HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 2003-4642, By Representatives Pearson and Kristiansen

WHEREAS, It is the policy of the Washington State Legislature to recognize excellence in all fields of endeavor; and

WHEREAS, High school wrestling has a long tradition of molding the student athlete of today into a leader of tomorrow and embraces the values of team, sacrifice, in addition to pride in community and self; and

WHEREAS, An inspirational example of excellence and camaraderie was shown by the Sedro-Woolley's 2003 Wrestling Team that won a second straight Team State Championship with a victory at the Washington Mat Classic; and

WHEREAS, Sedro-Woolley's seventh State Championship, finishing with 125 points and defeating second place Buckley by 32.5 points in Mat Classic XV, shall remain as a historic example of Washington Prep Wrestling greatness; and

WHEREAS, Jonny Wicker helped lead Sedro-Woolley to this victory by claiming the individual crown in the 152 pound weight class, his second straight individual championship; and

WHEREAS, The 2003 Sedro-Woolley High School Wrestling Championship Team members were Nathan Decker, Jacob Evans, Jonny Wicker, Daniel Kilcup, Steven Scott, Zach Olson, Tanner McCoy, Ryan Ringhouse, Andrew Chapman, TJ Morris, Patrick O'Neil, Patrick Janicki, Andy Goedl, Jehra Moore, Ethan Sandelin, and Brad Hayes; and

WHEREAS, The 2003 Sedro-Woolley High School Wrestling Championship Team was led by Head Coach Jay Breckinridge, Assistant Coach Jack Hurd, Assistant Coach Rick Tingley, and Volunteer Coach Dave Grenier; and

WHEREAS, The support and encouragement of the athletes by the families and the spirit shown by the school and community were an integral part in this championship season;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Washington State House of Representatives recognize and honor the accomplishments of the Sedro-Woolley Wrestling Team in their State Championship season of 2002-2003 and congratulate the team members, coaches, family, students, and community that made such an accomplishment possible; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives to members and coaches of the Sedro-Woolley Wrestling Team, Athletic Director Todd Torgeson, and to School Principal Mary Walker.

House Resolution No. 4642 was adopted.

INTRODUCTION & FIRST READING

HB 2227 by Representatives Wallace, Rockefeller, Murray, Simpson, Hunter and Conway

AN ACT Relating to transportation-related performance audits; amending RCW 44.28.088; adding a new section to chapter 44.28 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 44.40 RCW; adding a new chapter to Title 44 RCW; creating new sections; and declaring an emergency.

Referred to Committee on Transportation.

SSB 5975 by Senate Committee on Technology & Communications (originally sponsored by Senators Reardon, Esser, Poulsen, Finkbeiner and Schmidt)

AN ACT Relating to coordinating emergency communications systems by forming the state interoperability executive committee; amending RCW 43.105.041; reenacting and amending RCW 43.105.020; adding new sections to chapter 43.105 RCW; creating a new section; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.

Referred to Committee on Technology, Telecommunications and Energy.

There being no objection, the bills and memorial listed on the day's introduction sheet under the fourth order of business were referred to the committees so designated.

REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES

March 21, 2003

SSB 5088 Prime Sponsor, Senate Committee On Natural Resources, Energy & Water: Recognizing that the use of certain land in Tacoma, for school purposes, is valid and meets the requirements of section 2, chapter 123, Laws of 1907. Reported by Committee on Agriculture & Natural Resources

MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives Linville, Chairman; Rockefeller, Vice Chairman; Schoesler, Ranking Minority Member; Kristiansen, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Chandler; Eickmeyer; Hunt; McDermott; Orcutt; Quall and Sump.