SIXTIETH LEGISLATURE - REGULAR SESSION
FORTY THIRD DAY
House Chamber, Olympia, Monday, February 19, 2007
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 the Seattle Nisei Veterans Committee Color Guard. The Speaker (Representative Lovick presiding) led the Chamber in the Pledge of Allegiance. Prayer was offered by Reverend Matsu Bayashi, Seattle Buddhist Church.
Reading of the Journal of the previous day was dispensed with and it was ordered to stand approved.
RESOLUTION
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 2007-4622, by Representatives Santos, Hasegawa, Hunter, Rolfes, Skinner, Hankins and Conway
WHEREAS, On February 19, 1942, President Franklin D. Roosevelt issued Executive Order 9066, which authorized the forced assembly, evacuation, and internment of approximately 12,000 Japanese-Americans residing in the state of Washington; and
WHEREAS, The order for assembly and detention at Camp Harmony in Puyallup, Washington, prior to evacuation and subsequent internment, caused Japanese-Americans from the state of Washington to lose millions of dollars in property and assets, to suffer immeasurable physical and psychological damage, and to be deprived of their constitutional liberties without due process of law; and
WHEREAS, The alleged purpose of this drastic course of action was to prevent Japanese-Americans, all of whom were deemed disloyal and untrustworthy, from committing acts of espionage and sabotage against the United States during its involvement in World War II; and
WHEREAS, An overwhelming number of Japanese-Americans from the state of Washington responded to questions of their loyalty and patriotism by volunteering from within barbed wire camps to serve in the United States Military Intelligence Service and the United States Army's 442nd Regimental Combat Team, the latter of which became the most decorated unit of its size in American history with seven Presidential Unit Citations, 21 Congressional Medals of Honor, 52 Distinguished Service Crosses, 1 Distinguished Service Medal, 588 Silver Stars, 4,000 Bronze Stars, 9,486 Purple Hearts, and a total of 18 decorations from France and Italy; and
WHEREAS, A few equally patriotic Japanese-Americans, such as Gordon Hirabayashi, then a student at the University of Washington, were willing to face imprisonment to seek justice by challenging the constitutionality of the evacuation and internment orders; and
WHEREAS, Through the fact-finding work of the Commission on Wartime Relocation and Internment of Civilians, the United States Congress later found that "there was no military or security reason for the internment" of individuals of Japanese ancestry and that the internment "was caused by racial prejudice, war hysteria, and a failure of political leadership"; and
WHEREAS, Japanese-American internees from the state of Washington endured economic, physical, and psychological hardship and suffered in silence for more than forty years before the state of Washington provided monetary redress and reparations to municipal and state employees;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives, along with the people of Washington, pause to acknowledge the sixty-fifth anniversary of the signing of Executive Order 9066, to recognize the Japanese-American internees and WWII veterans from the state of Washington, to honor their patience, heroism, sacrifice, and patriotic loyalty, and to remember the lessons and blessings of liberty and justice for all; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives to the Nisei Veterans Committee, the Military Intelligence Service - Northwest Association, the Japanese-American Citizens League, and the Japanese-American Cultural & Community Center.
Representative Santos moved the adoption of the resolution.
Representatives Santos, Strow, Hasegawa and Buri spoke in favor of the adoption of the resolution.
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 4622 was adopted.
The Speaker (Representative Lovick presiding) recognized members of the Japanese American Citizens League. The House of Representatives also welcomed Senator Chris Marr, Mike Gregoire and Director of Veterans Affairs John Lee.
RESOLUTIONS
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 2007-4620, by Representatives Seaquist, McDonald, Hunt and Hankins
WHEREAS, Washington is the only state named for an American president, George Washington, the father of our country, and as such, we Washingtonians hold the presidency and presidents in especially high regard; and
WHEREAS, For many years our state and nation have set aside the third Monday in February to celebrate Presidents' Day, which honors former presidents of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS, Both February 12th, the actual birthday of President Abraham Lincoln, and February 22nd, the actual birthday of President George Washington, were kept and observed, until 1971, as the anniversaries of the births of these two great American presidents; and
WHEREAS, Presidents' Day, for many citizens, remains a time for specifically honoring the accomplishments of Washington, the first American president, and Lincoln, the 16th American president; and
WHEREAS, It was in 1968 when federal legislation, the "Monday Holidays Act," was passed to install the Presidents' Day celebration that we have come to know and respect; and
WHEREAS, Although traditionalists cling to the notion that Presidents' Day remains a time for celebrating the specific legacies of Presidents Washington and Lincoln, nontraditionalists are very welcome to embrace the fact that former Presidents John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, John Quincy Adams, Martin Van Buren, Andrew Johnson, Ulysses Grant, James Garfield, and Teddy Roosevelt, as well as the presidents of later decades, are honored in numerous commemorations across the country; and
WHEREAS, In 1985, the Washington state legislature singled out the third Monday in February as a day for commemorating the births of Presidents Washington and Lincoln; and
WHEREAS, It is recognized that this diverse, wonderful land of ours has been fashioned into an uplifting, multicultural quilt thanks to the tireless efforts of our forefathers, especially George Washington and Abraham Lincoln; and
WHEREAS, The first eight American presidents, comprising almost a fifth of our 43 presidents to date, did not begin their lives as Americans because there was no America when they were born, thus in a special way our reputation as a land of opportunity was established; and
WHEREAS, No Presidents' Day celebration would be complete without appropriate recognition for the invaluable service of the first ladies in our American presidential history; and
WHEREAS, The first ladies of our nation have not only provided citizens with role models who exemplify what it means to be an American but icons such as Dolly Madison, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Jacqueline Kennedy have served as symbols of strength in times of adversity throughout our history;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the state of Washington salute and celebrate Presidents' Day 2007, a time for recognizing and paying tribute to the tireless dedication of our former presidents and first ladies; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, In recognition of the fact that any young person can grow up to be President of the United States of America, That copies of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives to the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction for effective distribution among the schools of Washington state to help our young people strengthen their knowledge of our presidents and first ladies.
Representative Seaquist moved the adoption of the resolution.
Representatives Seaquist, McCune and McDonald spoke in favor of the adoption of the resolution.
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 4620 was adopted.
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 2007-4615, by Representatives Kessler, Sump, Rolfes, Skinner, Hankins and Conway
WHEREAS, The 4-H Youth Development Program of Washington State University Extension has assisted the young people of Washington in developing essential "life skills" since it was established in 1902; and
WHEREAS, The program centers on teaching young people to become productive members of society by fostering citizenship, science, math and technology literacy, health and wellness, communication, and decision-making skills; and
WHEREAS, Over 80,000 young people and nearly 10,000 adult volunteers throughout Washington participated in 4-H Youth Development Programs in 2006; and
WHEREAS, These programs helped participants learn about a wide variety of subjects including science, family living, applied arts, and government activism; and
WHEREAS, These programs work with traditional community clubs and reach youth through urban groups, special interest groups, nutrition programs, after school programs, camping, and interagency learning experiences; and
WHEREAS, More than 300 4-H members from around the state are currently visiting the State Capital as part of an annual statewide education program titled "4-H Know Your Government"; and
WHEREAS, The 4-H Know Your Government program focused this year on the media's influence and relationship with the political process and bettering the understanding of the issues related to pivotal political happenings; and
WHEREAS, 4-H will continue its dedication to empowering young people to become active global citizens and realize the value, significance, and responsibility of taking part in local, regional, state, national, and international community issues;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives recognize the 4-H Youth Development Program for its many contributions to the youth of Washington and the betterment of our communities; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives to Pat Boyes, the State 4-H Director for the Washington State University Extension 4-H Youth Development Program.
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 4615 was adopted.
MESSAGES FROM THE SENATE
February 16, 2007
Mr. Speaker:
The Senate has passed:
ENGROSSED SUBSTITUTE SENATE BILL NO. 5040,
ENGROSSED SENATE BILL NO. 5063,
ENGROSSED SUBSTITUTE SENATE BILL NO. 5267,
and the same are herewith transmitted.
Thomas Hoemann, Secretary
February 19, 2007
Mr. Speaker:
The Senate has passed:
SUBSTITUTE SENATE BILL NO. 5193,
SENATE JOINT MEMORIAL NO. 8008,
and the same are herewith transmitted.
Thomas Hoemann, Secretary
INTRODUCTION & FIRST READING
HB 2288 by Representatives Hasegawa, Santos, Buri, Cody, Condotta and Schual-Berke
AN ACT Relating to improving the administration of taxes by implementing weight-based taxation for moist snuff; amending RCW 82.26.010, 82.26.020, and 82.26.030; adding a new section to chapter 82.26 RCW; and creating a new section.
Referred to Committee on Finance.
HB 2289 by Representatives Ericks, Morris, O'Brien and Ormsby
AN ACT Relating to utilizing information technology; adding a new section to chapter 43.105 RCW; creating a new section; and providing an expiration date.
Referred to Committee on Technology, Energy & Communications.
HB 2290 by Representatives Roach, Morrell, Williams, O'Brien, Ericks, Priest, Hurst, Ormsby and Simpson
AN ACT Relating to providing educational options for students with autism; adding a new section to chapter 28A.155 RCW; and creating a new section.
Referred to Committee on Education.
HB 2291 by Representatives Kenney, Dickerson, Flannigan, Schual-Berke, Hasegawa, O'Brien, Ormsby and Simpson
AN ACT Relating to penalties for engaging in the commercial sexual abuse of minors; amending RCW 9.68A.001, 9.68A.100, 19.138.340, 9A.88.140, 9.68A.105, 9A.88.120, and 9A.88.070; reenacting and amending RCW 9.94A.533 and 9.94A.515; adding new sections to chapter 9.68A RCW; creating new sections; and prescribing penalties.
Referred to Committee on Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness.
HB 2292 by Representatives Simpson and Ormsby
AN ACT Relating to private residential fire sprinklers; and creating a new section.
Referred to Committee on Local Government.
HB 2293 by Representatives Kelley and Green
AN ACT Relating to a minimum term of no more than thirty days for a small loan; and amending RCW 31.45.073.
Referred to Committee on Insurance, Financial Services & Consumer Protection.
HB 2294 by Representatives Santos, Williams and Ericks
AN ACT Relating to small loan training and investigations; amending RCW 31.45.110; reenacting and amending RCW 43.79A.040; and adding new sections to chapter 31.45 RCW.
Referred to Committee on Insurance, Financial Services & Consumer Protection.
HB 2295 by Representatives Seaquist, Rolfes, Lantz, Appleton, Haigh, Eickmeyer, Kessler and Van De Wege
AN ACT Relating to assessing the higher education needs of the Olympic and Kitsap peninsulas; and creating a new section.
Referred to Committee on Higher Education.
HB 2296 by Representatives Hasegawa, Ormsby, Sells and Hunt
AN ACT Relating to information included in the voters' pamphlet; and adding a new section to chapter 29A.32 RCW.
Referred to Committee on State Government & Tribal Affairs.
HB 2297 by Representatives Roach, McDonald, Ross, Rodne, McCune, Dunn and Clibborn
AN ACT Relating to a regulatory surcharge under the insurance code; and amending RCW 48.18.170, 48.18.180, 48.02.190, and 48.14.040.
Referred to Committee on Insurance, Financial Services & Consumer Protection.
HB 2298 by Representatives Ericks, Springer, Morrell, Seaquist, Williams, Van De Wege, Hasegawa, Buri, Haler, McDonald, Pettigrew, Walsh, Bailey, Hunter, Linville, Roach, Santos, Rolfes, Green, Sells, Kenney, McCoy, O'Brien, Hinkle, Goodman, Ormsby, Kelley and Simpson
AN ACT Relating to tuition and fee assistance for teachers seeking additional education; adding a new section to chapter 28B.15 RCW; and creating a new section.
Referred to Committee on Higher Education.
HB 2299 by Representative Williams
AN ACT Relating to retailer licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages; amending RCW 66.44.310, 66.24.400, 66.08.180, 66.08.220, 66.20.010, 66.20.310, 66.24.410, and 66.24.440; reenacting and amending RCW 66.04.010 and 66.24.420; adding a new section to chapter 66.24 RCW; and providing an effective date.
Referred to Committee on Commerce & Labor.
HB 2300 by Representatives Hasegawa, Jarrett, Wallace, B. Sullivan, Kenney, Hunter, Goodman, Dunshee, Chase, Ormsby, Kelley and Simpson
AN ACT Relating to college textbooks; and adding a new section to chapter 28B.10 RCW.
Referred to Committee on Higher Education.
HB 2301 by Representatives Chase and McDermott
AN ACT Relating to disturbances of spawning beds; adding a new section to chapter 77.95 RCW; and prescribing penalties.
Referred to Committee on Agriculture & Natural Resources.
HB 2302 by Representative Santos
AN ACT Relating to interpretive or policy statements by the insurance commissioner; amending RCW 34.05.230 and 34.05.630; and adding a new section to chapter 48.02 RCW.
Referred to Committee on Insurance, Financial Services & Consumer Protection.
HB 2303 by Representatives Hudgins, Hasegawa, Kenney, O'Brien, Eickmeyer, Priest, Fromhold, Haigh, Kessler, Upthegrove, Quall and Dickerson
AN ACT Relating to the creation of a future bilingual teacher mentoring and training program; adding new sections to chapter 28A.300 RCW; and creating a new section.
Referred to Committee on Education.
There being no objection, the bills 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 14, 2007
HB 1102 Prime Sponsor, Representative Campbell: Modifying property tax exemption provisions for veterans of the armed forces. Reported by Committee on Finance
MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives Hunter, Chairman; Hasegawa, Vice Chairman; Orcutt, Ranking Minority Member; Condotta, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Conway; Ericks; Roach and Santos.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 14, 2007
HB 1269 Prime Sponsor, Representative Quall: Modifying provisions relating to superior court judicial positions. Reported by Committee on Appropriations
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives Sommers, Chairman; Dunshee, Vice Chairman; Alexander, Ranking Minority Member; Bailey, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Anderson; Buri; Chandler; Cody; Conway; Darneille; Dunn; Ericks; Fromhold; Grant; Haigh; Haler; Hinkle; Hunt; Hunter; Kagi; Kenney; Kessler; Kretz; Linville; McDermott; McDonald; McIntire; Morrell; Pettigrew; Priest; Schual-Berke; Seaquist; P. Sullivan and Walsh.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 16, 2007
HB 1304 Prime Sponsor, Representative Kagi: Modifying commercial motor vehicle carrier provisions. Reported by Committee on Transportation
MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives Clibborn, Chairman; Jarrett, Ranking Minority Member; Appleton; Armstrong; Campbell; Curtis; Dickerson; Eddy; Hailey; Hankins; Hudgins; Lovick; Rodne; Rolfes; Sells; Simpson; Springer; B. Sullivan; Takko; Upthegrove; Wallace and Wood.
MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Representatives Schindler, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Ericksen and Kristiansen.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 15, 2007
HB 1333 Prime Sponsor, Representative Hinkle: Concerning child welfare protections. Reported by Committee on Early Learning & Children's Services
MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives Kagi, Chairman; Haler, Ranking Minority Member; Walsh, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Appleton; Hinkle; Pettigrew and Roberts.
Referred to Committee on Appropriations.
February 15, 2007
HB 1334 Prime Sponsor, Representative Hinkle: Requiring the petitioner in a child welfare case to provide the court with relevant documentation. Reported by Committee on Early Learning & Children's Services
MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives Kagi, Chairman; Haler, Ranking Minority Member; Walsh, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Appleton; Hinkle; Pettigrew and Roberts.
Referred to Committee on Appropriations.
February 15, 2007
HB 1361 Prime Sponsor, Representative Miloscia: Dedicating existing revenue to infrastructure funding. Reported by Committee on Local Government
MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives Simpson, Chairman; Eddy, Vice Chairman; Schindler, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Ross; B. Sullivan and Takko.
Referred to Committee on Appropriations.
February 14, 2007
HB 1396 Prime Sponsor, Representative Flannigan: Providing a single ballot proposition for regional transportation investment districts and regional transit authorities at the 2007 general election. Reported by Committee on Transportation
MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives Clibborn, Chairman; Jarrett, Ranking Minority Member; Schindler, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Appleton; Armstrong; Campbell; Curtis; Dickerson; Eddy; Ericksen; Hailey; Hankins; Hudgins; Kristiansen; Lovick; Rodne; Rolfes; Sells; Springer; B. Sullivan; Takko; Upthegrove; Wallace and Wood.
MINORITY recommendation: Without recommendation. Signed by Representatives Simpson.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 15, 2007
HB 1397 Prime Sponsor, Representative Campbell: Revising the definition of massage therapy to include manipulation or pressure inside the mouth or oral cavity. 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; Condotta; Green; Moeller; Pedersen; Schual-Berke and Seaquist.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 14, 2007
HB 1482 Prime Sponsor, Representative Takko: Retaining the distribution of city hardship assistance program funds to cities and towns for street maintenance. Reported by Committee on Transportation
MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives Clibborn, Chairman; Jarrett, Ranking Minority Member; Schindler, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Appleton; Armstrong; Campbell; Curtis; Dickerson; Eddy; Ericksen; Hailey; Hankins; Hudgins; Kristiansen; Lovick; Rodne; Rolfes; Sells; Simpson; Springer; B. Sullivan; Takko; Upthegrove; Wallace and Wood.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 15, 2007
HB 1601 Prime Sponsor, Representative Rolfes: Creating the children's environmental health and protection advisory council. Reported by Committee on Select Committee on Environmental Health
MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives Campbell, Chairman; Hudgins, Vice Chairman; Newhouse, Ranking Minority Member; Sump, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Chase; Hailey; Hunt; Morrell and Wood.
Referred to Committee on Appropriations.
February 15, 2007
HB 1607 Prime Sponsor, Representative O'Brien: Revising corrections personnel training provisions. Reported by Committee on Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness
MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives O'Brien, Chairman; Hurst, Vice Chairman; Pearson, Ranking Minority Member; Ross, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Ahern; Goodman and Lovick.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 15, 2007
HB 1751 Prime Sponsor, Representative Eddy: Revising the penalty provisions for the crime of indecent exposure. Reported by Committee on Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness
MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives O'Brien, Chairman; Hurst, Vice Chairman; Pearson, Ranking Minority Member; Ross, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Ahern; Goodman and Lovick.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 15, 2007
HB 1761 Prime Sponsor, Representative Linville: Accelerating the cleanup of Puget Sound and hazardous waste and waste sites in the state. Reported by Committee on Select Committee on Environmental Health
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives Campbell, Chairman; Hudgins, Vice Chairman; Newhouse, Ranking Minority Member; Sump, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Chase; Hailey; Hunt; Morrell and Wood.
Referred to Committee on Capital Budget.
February 15, 2007
HB 1789 Prime Sponsor, Representative Kagi: Minimizing threats to the environment caused by leaking home heating oil tanks. Reported by Committee on Insurance, Financial Services & Consumer Protection
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives Kirby, Chairman; Kelley, Vice Chairman; Roach, Ranking Minority Member; Strow, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Hurst; Rodne; Santos and Simpson.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 15, 2007
HB 1817 Prime Sponsor, Representative Kirby: Adding an additional payment plan option for small loans. Reported by Committee on Insurance, Financial Services & Consumer Protection
MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives Kirby, Chairman; Kelley, Vice Chairman; Roach, Ranking Minority Member; Strow, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Hurst; Rodne; Santos and Simpson.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 15, 2007
HB 1880 Prime Sponsor, Representative Wallace: Creating the skills-based economic growth program. Reported by Committee on Higher Education
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended.
On page 2, line 19, after "(viii)" insert "Apprenticeship programs;
(ix)"
Renumber the remaining subsection consecutively and correct any internal references accordingly.
On page 2, line 6, after "authorizes a" strike "pilot"
On page 2, line 6, after "which" strike "three"
On page 2, line 9, after "council" strike "selected for the pilot program"
On page 3, beginning on line 19, after "(1)" strike all material through "criteria." on line 26, and insert "Workforce development councils may submit an application to participate in the skills-based economic growth program under this section. The board shall review the applications to ensure they meet the criteria for the program."
Renumber the subsections consecutively and correct any internal references accordingly.
On page 3, beginning on line 27, after "council" strike "selected to participate in the pilot" and insert "participating in the"
On page 3, line 33, after "council" strike "selected as a pilot" and insert "participating in the"
On page 4, line 5, after "the" strike "pilot"
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Signed by Representatives Wallace, Chairman; Sells, Vice Chairman; Anderson, Ranking Minority Member; Buri, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Hasegawa; Jarrett; McIntire; Roberts and Sommers.
Referred to Committee on Appropriations.
February 15, 2007
HB 1922 Prime Sponsor, Representative Pedersen: Creating an independent youth housing program. Reported by Committee on Housing
MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives Miloscia, Chairman; Springer, Vice Chairman; Dunn, Ranking Minority Member; Kelley; McCune; Ormsby and Schindler.
Referred to Committee on Appropriations.
February 14, 2007
HB 1960 Prime Sponsor, Representative Williams: Changing travel reimbursement provisions affecting judges of the court of appeals. Reported by Committee on Appropriations
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives Sommers, Chairman; Dunshee, Vice Chairman; Cody; Conway; Darneille; Ericks; Fromhold; Grant; Haigh; Hunt; Hunter; Kagi; Kenney; Kessler; Linville; McDermott; McIntire; Morrell; Pettigrew; Schual-Berke; Seaquist and P. Sullivan.
MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Representatives Alexander, Ranking Minority Member; Bailey, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Anderson; Buri; Chandler; Dunn; Haler; Hinkle; Kretz; McDonald; Priest and Walsh.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 15, 2007
HB 1966 Prime Sponsor, Representative Curtis: Clarifying the authority of physician assistants to sign and attest to documents. 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; Condotta; Green; Moeller; Pedersen; Schual-Berke and Seaquist.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 15, 2007
HB 2015 Prime Sponsor, Representative Schual-Berke: Licensing genetic counselors. 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; Barlow; Green; Moeller; Pedersen; Schual-Berke and Seaquist.
MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Representatives Hinkle, Ranking Minority Member; Alexander, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Condotta.
Referred to Committee on Appropriations.
February 15, 2007
HB 2054 Prime Sponsor, Representative Goodman: Reporting identity theft cases. Reported by Committee on Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness
MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives O'Brien, Chairman; Hurst, Vice Chairman; Pearson, Ranking Minority Member; Ross, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Ahern; Goodman and Lovick.
Referred to Committee on Appropriations.
February 15, 2007
HB 2099 Prime Sponsor, Representative Cody: Establishing activities to support the certificate of need program. Reported by Committee on Health Care & Wellness
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives Cody, Chairman; Morrell, Vice Chairman; Barlow; Green; Moeller; Pedersen; Schual-Berke and Seaquist.
MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Representatives Hinkle, Ranking Minority Member; Alexander, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Condotta.
Referred to Committee on Appropriations.
February 15, 2007
HB 2100 Prime Sponsor, Representative Cody: Establishing a statewide health resources strategy. 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; Barlow; Green; Moeller; Pedersen; Schual-Berke and Seaquist.
MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Representatives Hinkle, Ranking Minority Member; Alexander, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Condotta.
Referred to Committee on Appropriations.
February 14, 2007
HB 2147 Prime Sponsor, Representative Kristiansen: Providing vocational rehabilitation services for volunteer firefighters and reserve officers. Reported by Committee on Appropriations
MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives Sommers, Chairman; Dunshee, Vice Chairman; Alexander, Ranking Minority Member; Bailey, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Anderson; Buri; Chandler; Cody; Conway; Darneille; Dunn; Ericks; Fromhold; Grant; Haigh; Haler; Hinkle; Hunt; Hunter; Kagi; Kenney; Kessler; Kretz; Linville; McDermott; McDonald; McIntire; Morrell; Pettigrew; Priest; Schual-Berke; Seaquist; P. Sullivan and Walsh.
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.
There being no objection, the House advanced to the eleventh order of business.
There being no objection, the House adjourned until 9:55 a.m., February 20, 2007, the 44th Day of the Regular Session.
FRANK CHOPP, Speaker
RICHARD NAFZIGER, Chief Clerk