THIRTIETH DAY
NOON SESSION
Senate Chamber, Olympia, Tuesday, February 10, 2009
The Senate was called to order at 12:00 noon by President Owen. No roll call was taken.
MOTION
On motion of Senator Eide, the reading of the Journal of the previous day was dispensed with and it was approved.
MOTION
There being no objection, the Senate advanced to the first order of business.
REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES
February 9, 2009
SB 5074 Prime Sponsor, Senator Marr: Concerning scoliosis screening in schools. Reported by Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators McAuliffe, Chair; Kauffman, Vice Chair, Early Learning; Oemig, Vice Chair, K-12; King; Brandland; Hobbs; Jarrett; McDermott and Tom.
MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Senator Roach.
MINORITY recommendation: That it be referred without recommendation. Signed by Senator Holmquist.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 6, 2009
SB 5152 Prime Sponsor, Senator Kline: Creating a legislative task force on statutory construction. Reported by Committee on Judiciary
MAJORITY recommendation: That Substitute Senate Bill No. 5152 be substituted therefor, and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Senators Kline, Chair; Regala, Vice Chair; McCaslin; Carrell; Hargrove; Kohl-Welles; Roach and Tom.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 6, 2009
SB 5160 Prime Sponsor, Senator Kline: Concerning service of notice from seizing law enforcement agencies. Reported by Committee on Judiciary
MAJORITY recommendation: That Substitute Senate Bill No. 5160 be substituted therefor, and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Senators Kline, Chair; Regala, Vice Chair; McCaslin; Carrell; Kohl-Welles; Roach and Tom.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 9, 2009
SB 5165 Prime Sponsor, Senator Jarrett: Implementing a transfer of development rights program. Reported by Committee on Government Operations & Elections
MAJORITY recommendation: That Substitute Senate Bill No. 5165 be substituted therefor, and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Senators Fairley, Chair; Oemig, Vice Chair; McDermott; Pridemore and Swecker.
MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Senator Benton.
MINORITY recommendation: That it be referred without recommendation. Signed by Senator Roach.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 9, 2009
SB 5178 Prime Sponsor, Senator Haugen: Concerning historic cemeteries and graves. Reported by Committee on Government Operations & Elections
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Fairley, Chair; Oemig, Vice Chair; Roach; McDermott; Pridemore and Swecker.
MINORITY recommendation: That it be referred without recommendation. Signed by Senator Benton.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 9, 2009
SB 5179 Prime Sponsor, Senator Haugen: Concerning the revaluation of property impacted by government restrictions. Reported by Committee on Government Operations & Elections
MAJORITY recommendation: That Substitute Senate Bill No. 5179 be substituted therefor, and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Senators Fairley, Chair; Oemig, Vice Chair; Roach; Benton; McDermott; Pridemore and Swecker.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 9, 2009
SB 5235 Prime Sponsor, Senator Kohl-Welles: Modifying motor vehicle warranty provisions. Reported by Committee on Labor, Commerce & Consumer Protection
MAJORITY recommendation: That Substitute Senate Bill No. 5235 be substituted therefor, and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Senators Kohl-Welles, Chair; Keiser, Vice Chair; Holmquist; Franklin; Honeyford; King and Kline.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 6, 2009
SB 5263 Prime Sponsor, Senator Hargrove: Prohibiting devices in schools that are designed to administer to a person or an animal an electric shock, charge, or impulse. Reported by Committee on Judiciary
MAJORITY recommendation: That Substitute Senate Bill No. 5263 be substituted therefor, and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Senators Kline, Chair; Regala, Vice Chair; McCaslin; Carrell; Hargrove; Kohl-Welles; Roach and Tom.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 9, 2009
SB 5271 Prime Sponsor, Senator Oemig: Modifying provisions relating to candidate filing. Reported by Committee on Government Operations & Elections
MAJORITY recommendation: That Substitute Senate Bill No. 5271 be substituted therefor, and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Senators Fairley, Chair; Oemig, Vice Chair; Roach; McDermott; Pridemore and Swecker.
MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Senator Benton.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 9, 2009
SB 5340 Prime Sponsor, Senator Prentice: Concerning internet and mail order sales of tobacco products. Reported by Committee on Labor, Commerce & Consumer Protection
MAJORITY recommendation: That Substitute Senate Bill No. 5340 be substituted therefor, and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Senators Kohl-Welles, Chair; Keiser, Vice Chair; Holmquist; Franklin; King and Kline.
MINORITY recommendation: That it be referred without recommendation. Signed by Senator Honeyford.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 9, 2009
SB 5346 Prime Sponsor, Senator Keiser: Concerning administrative procedures for payors and providers of health care services. Reported by Committee on Health & Long-Term Care
MAJORITY recommendation: That Substitute Senate Bill No. 5346 be substituted therefor, and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Senators Keiser, Chair; Franklin, Vice Chair; Pflug; Becker; Fairley; Marr; Murray and Parlette.
Passed to Committee on Ways & Means.
February 9, 2009
SB 5355 Prime Sponsor, Senator Haugen: Regarding initial levy rates for rural county library districts. Reported by Committee on Government Operations & Elections
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Fairley, Chair; Oemig, Vice Chair; McDermott; Pridemore and Swecker.
MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Senators Roach and Benton.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 9, 2009
SB 5359 Prime Sponsor, Senator Oemig: Preventing rejection of ballots that have voter identifying marks. Reported by Committee on Government Operations & Elections
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Fairley, Chair; Oemig, Vice Chair; McDermott; Pridemore and Swecker.
MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Senators Roach and Benton.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 9, 2009
SB 5378 Prime Sponsor, Senator Eide: Regarding accreditation of digital learning programs. Reported by Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators McAuliffe, Chair; Kauffman, Vice Chair, Early Learning; Oemig, Vice Chair, K-12; King; Brandland; Holmquist; Jarrett; McDermott and Tom.
MINORITY recommendation: That it be referred without recommendation. Signed by Senator Roach.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 9, 2009
SB 5406 Prime Sponsor, Senator Keiser: Concerning the standard health questionnaire. Reported by Committee on Health & Long-Term Care
MAJORITY recommendation: That Substitute Senate Bill No. 5406 be substituted therefor, and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Senators Keiser, Chair; Franklin, Vice Chair; Pflug; Becker; Fairley; Marr; Murray and Parlette.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 9, 2009
SB 5480 Prime Sponsor, Senator Delvin: Creating the Washington health care discount plan organization act. Reported by Committee on Health & Long-Term Care
MAJORITY recommendation: That Substitute Senate Bill No. 5480 be substituted therefor, and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Senators Keiser, Chair; Franklin, Vice Chair; Pflug; Becker; Fairley; Marr; Murray and Parlette.
Passed to Committee on Ways & Means.
February 9, 2009
SB 5481 Prime Sponsor, Senator Marr: Concerning veterans' burials. Reported by Committee on Government Operations & Elections
MAJORITY recommendation: That Substitute Senate Bill No. 5481 be substituted therefor, and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Senators Fairley, Chair; Oemig, Vice Chair; Roach; Benton; McDermott; Pridemore and Swecker.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 9, 2009
SB 5497 Prime Sponsor, Senator Marr: Concerning telemedicine. Reported by Committee on Health & Long-Term Care
MAJORITY recommendation: That Substitute Senate Bill No. 5497 be substituted therefor, and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Senators Keiser, Chair; Franklin, Vice Chair; Pflug; Becker; Fairley; Marr; Murray and Parlette.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 9, 2009
SB 5498 Prime Sponsor, Senator Jarrett: Changing the requirements for graduating without a certificate of academic achievement or a certificate of individual achievement. Reported by Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators McAuliffe, Chair; Kauffman, Vice Chair, Early Learning; Oemig, Vice Chair, K-12; King; Brandland; Hobbs; Holmquist; Jarrett; McDermott and Roach.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 9, 2009
SB 5547 Prime Sponsor, Senator Hargrove: Concerning respite care. Reported by Committee on Health & Long-Term Care
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Keiser, Chair; Franklin, Vice Chair; Pflug; Becker; Fairley; Marr; Murray and Parlette.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 6, 2009
SB 5623 Prime Sponsor, Senator Kline: Revising the documentation necessary to challenge acknowledgment of paternity. Reported by Committee on Judiciary
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Kline, Chair; Regala, Vice Chair; McCaslin; Carrell; Kohl-Welles; Roach and Tom.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 9, 2009
SB 5731 Prime Sponsor, Senator Keiser: Distributing health plan information. Reported by Committee on Health & Long-Term Care
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Keiser, Chair; Franklin, Vice Chair; Pflug; Becker; Fairley; Marr; Murray and Parlette.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 9, 2009
SB 5751 Prime Sponsor, Senator Murray: Regarding the issuance of licenses to practice dentistry. Reported by Committee on Health & Long-Term Care
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Keiser, Chair; Franklin, Vice Chair; Pflug; Becker; Fairley; Marr; Murray and Parlette.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
February 9, 2009
SB 5752 Prime Sponsor, Senator Marr: Regarding cost recovery in disciplinary proceedings involving dentists. Reported by Committee on Health & Long-Term Care
MAJORITY recommendation: That Substitute Senate Bill No. 5752 be substituted therefor, and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Senators Keiser, Chair; Franklin, Vice Chair; Pflug; Becker; Fairley; Marr; Murray and Parlette.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
MOTION
On motion of Eide, all measures listed on the Standing Committee report were referred to the committees as designated with the exception of Senate Bill No. 5340 which was referred to the Committee on Rules.
MOTION
On motion of Senator Eide, the Senate advanced to the third order of business.
GUBERNATORIAL APPOINTMENTS
February 9, 2009
TO THE HONORABLE, THE SENATE OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
Ladies and Gentlemen:
I have the honor to submit the following appointment, subject to your confirmation.
DENNY HECK, appointed January 2, 2009, for the term ending September 30, 2010, as Member, Board of Trustees, The Evergreen State College.
Sincerely,
CHRISTINE O. GREGOIRE, Governor
Referred to Committee on Higher Education & Workforce Development.
MOTION
On motion of Senator Eide, the appointee listed on the Gubernatorial Appointment report was referred to the committee as designated.
MOTION
On motion of Senator Eide, the Senate advanced to the fifth order of business.
INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING
SB 5954 by Senators Pridemore, Kastama, Delvin and Shin
AN ACT Relating to creating community facilities districts; amending RCW 84.52.052; adding new sections to chapter 84.52 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 82.02 RCW; adding a new title to the Revised Code of Washington; and creating new sections.
Referred to Committee on Economic Development, Trade & Innovation.
SB 5955 by Senators Oemig, Delvin, Hewitt and Brandland
AN ACT Relating to locating underground facilities; amending RCW 19.122.020 and 19.122.030; adding a new section to chapter 19.122 RCW; and prescribing penalties.
Referred to Committee on Environment, Water & Energy.
SB 5956 by Senators Schoesler, Shin, Stevens, Zarelli, Marr and Benton
AN ACT Relating to voluntary participation in a state or national animal identification system; and adding a new section to chapter 16.57 RCW.
Referred to Committee on Agriculture & Rural Economic Development.
SB 5957 by Senators Jacobsen and Fraser
AN ACT Relating to the department of natural resources' authority to manage urban commercial lands; amending RCW 79.17.010, 79.17.020, 79.17.200, 79.19.010, and 79.19.020; adding a new section to chapter 79.10 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 79.19 RCW; and creating new sections.
Referred to Committee on Natural Resources, Ocean & Recreation.
AN ACT Relating to vision screening of school children; amending RCW 28A.210.020; and creating a new section.
Referred to Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education.
SB 5959 by Senators Shin, Kauffman, McAuliffe, Fraser, Jarrett and Kohl-Welles
AN ACT Relating to residency requirements for the state need grant; and amending RCW 28B.92.010.
Referred to Committee on Higher Education & Workforce Development.
SB 5960 by Senators Regala, Fraser and Kline
AN ACT Relating to authorizing cities and counties to levy and collect certain additional taxes; amending RCW 82.14.450; adding a new chapter to Title 82 RCW; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
Referred to Committee on Ways & Means.
SB 5961 by Senators Prentice and Hewitt
AN ACT Relating to reducing the business and occupation tax burden on the newspaper industry; amending RCW 82.04.280, 82.04.280, 35.102.150, and 82.08.806; amending 2006 c 300 s 12 (uncodified); reenacting and amending RCW 82.04.260, 82.32.590, and 82.32.600; adding a new section to chapter 82.32 RCW; providing an effective date; providing a contingent effective date; providing a contingent expiration date; and declaring an emergency.
Referred to Committee on Ways & Means.
SB 5962 by Senators Prentice, Hewitt, Pridemore and Kilmer
AN ACT Relating to reducing the business and occupation tax rate on the business of printing, and of publishing newspapers, magazines, or periodicals; amending RCW 82.04.280, 82.04.280, 35.102.150, 82.08.806, 82.08.820, 82.08.820, and 82.12.020; amending 2006 c 300 s 12 (uncodified); reenacting and amending RCW 82.04.260, 82.04.050, 82.32.590, and 82.32.600; adding a new section to chapter 82.32 RCW; providing effective dates; providing a contingent effective date; providing an expiration date; providing a contingent expiration date; and declaring an emergency.
Referred to Committee on Ways & Means.
SB 5963 by Senators Kohl-Welles, Holmquist, King, Honeyford, Keiser, Franklin, Kline, Hewitt, Marr, Parlette, McCaslin, Schoesler and Morton
AN ACT Relating to unemployment insurance; amending RCW 50.29.021, 50.29.025, and 50.20.050; and creating new sections.
Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce & Consumer Protection.
SB 5964 by Senators McDermott, Hargrove, Tom and Shin
AN ACT Relating to asbestos-related liabilities and consumer and worker injuries; adding a new chapter to Title 23 RCW; and declaring an emergency.
Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce & Consumer Protection.
SB 5965 by Senators Schoesler, Sheldon, Hobbs, King and Benton
AN ACT Relating to the burden of proof for corrections to property tax valuations made by public officials; and amending RCW 84.40.0301.
Referred to Committee on Government Operations & Elections.
AN ACT Relating to the state environmental policy act; and creating new sections.
Referred to Committee on Environment, Water & Energy.
SJM 8012 by Senators Fraser, Kohl-Welles, Prentice, Fairley, Berkey, Franklin, Regala, Marr, Shin, Eide, Kastama, Murray, Haugen, Oemig, McDermott and Kline
Urging adoption of a treaty fighting discrimination against women.
Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce & Consumer Protection.
MOTION
On motion of Senator Eide, all measures listed on the Introduction and First Reading report were referred to the committees as designated with the exception of Senate Joint Memorial No. 8012 which was referred to the Committee on Labor, Commerce & Consumer Protection.
MOTION
On motion of Senator Eide, the Senate advanced to the eighth order of business.
MOTION
Senator Eide moved adoption of the following resolution:
SENATE RESOLUTION
8625
By Senator Eide
WHEREAS, Alzheimer's Disease affects 5.2 million people in the United States, and is the sixth leading cause of death among its citizens; and
WHEREAS, Alzheimer's is a progressive and fatal brain disease destroying brain cells, and is the most common form of dementia touching both the lives of those with the disease as well as their family and friends; and
WHEREAS, The Washington Alzheimer's Association was started in 1978 by family and friends who came together for the support of their loved ones affected by this disease; and
WHEREAS, The Alzheimer's Association envisions a world without Alzheimer's Disease through the advancement of research, provides and enhances care and support for all affected, and reduces the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health; and
WHEREAS, The Alzheimer's Association has enhanced the lives of millions worldwide and within our own neighborhoods;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the members of the Washington State Senate acknowledge and honor the Alzheimer's Association, whose resilience, kindness, and determination enrich the lives of hundreds of thousands of Alzheimer's patients and their loved ones around the state, and has helped contribute to the betterment and well-being of Washington state.
Senator Eide spoke in favor of adoption of the resolution.
The President declared the question before the Senate to be the adoption of Senate Resolution No. 8625.
The motion by Senator Eide carried and the resolution was adopted by voice vote.
INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS
The President welcomed and introduced members of the Alzheimer's Association who were seated in the gallery.
MOTION
Senator Shin moved adoption of the following resolution:
SENATE RESOLUTION
8617
By Senators Shin, Kauffman, Berkey, Delvin, Holmquist, Honeyford, and Eide
WHEREAS, Haryong Lee serves as Consul-General of the Republic of Korea in Seattle; and
WHEREAS, Consul-General Haryong Lee's international diplomatic service has enhanced the State of Washington; and
WHEREAS, Consul-General Haryong Lee's previous service includes being the Director for Economic Affairs and Press Secretary to the President; and
WHEREAS, Consul-General Haryong Lee spent time researching and teaching public policy and economics at many distinguished institutions such as Seoul National University and Claremont Institute; and
WHEREAS, In Seattle, as well as his other postings across the globe, Consul-General Haryong Lee was embraced by all people of Korean descent, and showed tremendous dedication to the same; and
WHEREAS, Consul-General Haryong Lee has contributed indefatigably to help make Korean-American Day a success; and
WHEREAS, Consul-General Haryong Lee's immense knowledge of his nation and the United States has led to increased trade and cultural relations between the Republic of Korea and Washington; and
WHEREAS, Consul-General Haryong Lee and the Korean-American community maintain close ties between the United States and the Republic of Korea, at the same time, continue to establish and strengthen its relationship with the State of Washington; and
WHEREAS, The State of Washington owes recognition to Consul-General Haryong Lee for the tremendous work he continues to do in Seattle; and
WHEREAS, Consul-General Haryong Lee continues to go above and beyond the duties of his position to maintain and expand the crucial economic and cultural relations between the Republic of Korea and Washington;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Washington State Senate honor Consul-General Haryong Lee for his service to the Republic of Korea and Washington, his diplomatic nature, extreme kindness, and understanding of the crucial relationship between our peoples; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Secretary of the Senate to Consul-General Haryong Lee and the Korean Consulate in Seattle.
Senator Shin spoke in favor of adoption of the resolution.
The President declared the question before the Senate to be the adoption of Senate Resolution No. 8617.
The motion by Senator Shin carried and the resolution was adopted by voice vote.
MOTION
Senator Hatfield moved adoption of the following resolution:
SENATE RESOLUTION
8624
By Senators Hatfield, Schoesler, Pflug, Parlette, Ranker, Jacobsen, Morton, Stevens, Fraser, Hargrove, Regala, and Hobbs
WHEREAS, The 4-H Youth Development Program of Washington State University Extension has assisted the young people in Washington to develop 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 75,000 young people and 10,000 adult volunteers throughout Washington participated in 4-H Youth Development Programs in 2008; 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 capitol as part of an annual statewide educational program titled "4-H Know Your Government"; and
WHEREAS, The 4-H Know Your Government program focused this year on the judicial system, including how a citizen functions within it, and how the process affects our views of democracy; and
WHEREAS, 4-H will continue its dedication to empower 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 members of the Washington State Senate 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 copies of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Secretary of the Senate to Pat Boyes, State 4-H Director for the Washington State University Extension 4-H Youth Development Program.
Senators Hatfield and Schoesler spoke in favor of adoption of the resolution.
The President declared the question before the Senate to be the adoption of Senate Resolution No. 8624.
The motion by Senator Hatfield carried and the resolution was adopted by voice vote.
MOTION
Senator Regala moved adoption of the following resolution:
SENATE RESOLUTION
8627
By Senators Regala, Kastama, Tom, McDermott, Keiser, Kline, Hewitt, Prentice, Fraser, Kohl-Welles, Hargrove, Oemig, and Berkey
WHEREAS, Everyone remembers someone special – a neighbor, teacher, relative, or friend who broadened our horizons and made a big difference in our lives; and
WHEREAS, One way to return the favor is to mentor a child; and
WHEREAS, Every adult has something to offer, and a few hours a couple of times a month can make a big difference in a child's life; and
WHEREAS, Research has shown that children engaged in the one-to-one, professionally supported mentoring programs of Big Brothers Big Sisters are more likely to finish high school and less likely to begin using drugs and alcohol, skip school, or be involved in violence; and
WHEREAS, Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies have provided thousands of children with mentoring matches and has a vision to provide successful mentoring relationships for all children who need and want them, contributing to better schools, brighter futures, and stronger communities for all; and
WHEREAS, The Big Brothers Big Sisters Network in Washington State, including Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Columbia NW, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Inland NW, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Snohomish County, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Thurston County, Big Brothers Big Sisters of NW Washington, and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Whidbey Island are sponsoring Lead Big! Big Brothers Big Sisters Advocacy Day on February 16th, 2009;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Washington State Senate does hereby honor the Big Brothers Big Sisters on their Advocacy Day, February 16, 2009, and encourage all citizens, businesses, public and private agencies, religious and educational institutions to support mentoring and give young people in our community the gift of time and friendship through Big Brothers Big Sisters or other mentoring programs in our community.
Senator Regala spoke in favor of adoption of the resolution.
The President declared the question before the Senate to be the adoption of Senate Resolution No. 8627.
The motion by Senator Regala carried and the resolution was adopted by voice vote.
MOTION
At 12:17 p.m., on motion of Senator McDermott, the Senate adjourned until 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 11, 2009.
BRAD OWEN, President of the Senate
THOMAS HOEMANN, Secretary of the Senate