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SEVENTY-FOURTH DAY
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MORNING SESSION
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Senate Chamber, Olympia, Thursday, March 25, 1993
The Senate was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by President Pritchard. The Secretary called the roll and announced to the President that all Senators were present except Senators Linda Smith and von Reichbauer. On motion of Senator Oke, Senators Linda Smith and von Reichbauer were excused.
The Sergeant at Arms Color Guard, consisting of Pages Lucy Ruesto and Roland Watson, presented the Colors. Jim Cammack, a member of the Bahi Faith of Olympia, offered the prayer.
MOTION
On motion of Senator Jesernig, the reading of the Journal of the previous day was dispensed with and it was approved.
REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES
March 19, 1993
SB 5680 Prime Sponsor, Senator Winsley: Funding the office of minority and women's business enterprises. Reported by Committee on Ways and Means
MAJORITY recommendation: That Substitute Senate Bill No. 5680 be substituted therefor, and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Senators Rinehart, Chairman; Spanel, Vice Chairman; Bauer, Gaspard, Jesernig, Moyer, Niemi, Quigley, Snyder, Sutherland, Talmadge, Williams, and Wojahn.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 22, 1993
SB 5958 Prime Sponsor, Senator Rinehart: Modifying financial responsibility for juvenile offenders. Reported by Committee on Ways and Means
MAJORITY recommendation: That Substitute Senate Bill No. 5958 be substituted therefor, and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Senators Rinehart, Chairman; Spanel, Vice Chairman; Bauer, Cantu, Hochstatter, Jesernig, McDonald, Moyer, Pelz, Quigley, Roach, Snyder, Sutherland, West, and Wojahn.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 24, 1993
EHB 1022 Prime Sponsor, Representative Morris: Adjusting the membership of the sentencing guidelines commission. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Hargrove, McCaslin, Nelson, Niemi, Roach, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
HB 1025 Prime Sponsor, Representative Ludwig: Regarding the limitation of actions brought by prisoners. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Quigley, Vice Chairman; Hargrove, McCaslin, Nelson, Niemi, Rinehart, Roach, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
EHB 1033 Prime Sponsor, Representative H. Meyers: Establishing a procedure for developing local jail industries programs. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Quigley, Vice Chairman; Hargrove, McCaslin, Nelson, Niemi, Rinehart, Roach, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
HB 1035 Prime Sponsor, Representative Appelwick: Correcting double amendments relating to support obligations. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Quigley, Vice Chairman; Hargrove, McCaslin, Nelson, Niemi, Rinehart, Roach, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
SHB 1051 Prime Sponsor, House Committee on Judiciary: Providing for restitution for certain emergency responses. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Quigley, Vice Chairman; Hargrove, McCaslin, Nelson, Niemi, Rinehart, Roach, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
HB 1058 Prime Sponsor, Representative Franklin: Providing for public hospital district chaplains. Reported by Committee on Health and Human Services
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators Talmadge, Chairman; Deccio, Franklin, McAuliffe, McDonald, Moyer, Prentice, Quigley, and Winsley.
MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass as amended. Signed by Senator Niemi.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
HB 1068 Prime Sponsor, Representative Padden: Providing for registration of transfer on death securities. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Quigley, Vice Chairman; Hargrove, McCaslin, Nelson, Niemi, Rinehart, Roach, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
SHB 1072 Prime Sponsor, House Committee on Judiciary: Changing provisions relating to guardians ad litem. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Hargrove, McCaslin, Nelson, Niemi, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
HB 1075 Prime Sponsor, Representative Padden: Updating references in probate and trust law to the Internal Revenue Code. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Quigley, Vice Chairman; Hargrove, McCaslin, Nelson, Niemi, Rinehart, Roach, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
HB 1076 Prime Sponsor, Representative Ludwig: Allowing a personal representative with nonintervention powers to determine time and manner of distributing income. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Quigley, Vice Chairman; Hargrove, McCaslin, Nelson, Niemi, Rinehart, Roach, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
SHB 1077 Prime Sponsor, House Committee on Judiciary: Providing for the revocation of nonprobate asset arrangements for divorce or invalidation of marriage. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Quigley, Vice Chairman; Hargrove, McCaslin, Nelson, Niemi, Rinehart, and Roach.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
HB 1078 Prime Sponsor, Representative Appelwick: Regulating the passing of interests at death. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Quigley, Vice Chairman; Hargrove, McCaslin, Nelson, Niemi, Rinehart, Roach, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
HB 1079 Prime Sponsor, Representative Appelwick: Correcting an error in procedure for review of eminent domain judgments. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Quigley, Vice Chairman; Hargrove, McCaslin, Nelson, Niemi, Rinehart, Roach, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
ESHB 1084 Prime Sponsor, House Committee on Judiciary: Changing provisions relating to jury source lists. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended and be referred to Committee on Ways and Means. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Quigley, Vice Chairman; Hargrove, McCaslin, Nelson, Niemi, Rinehart, and Spanel.
Referred to Committee on Ways and Means.
March 24, 1993
SHB 1108 Prime Sponsor, House Committee on State Government: Extending the filing period for local nonpartisan offices when no candidate or one candidate files for an office. Reported by Committee on Government Operations
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Haugen, Chairman; Drew, Vice Chairman; Loveland, Oke, Owen, and Winsley.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 22, 1993
EHB 1115 Prime Sponsor, House Committee on Human Services: Allowing law enforcement agencies to have access to children's records in cases of reported child abuse and neglect. Reported by Committee on Health and Human Services
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators Talmadge, Chairman; Wojahn, Vice Chairman; Deccio, Erwin, Franklin, Fraser, McAuliffe, Moyer, Niemi, Prentice, Quigley, Sheldon, L. Smith, and Winsley.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
SHB 1118 Prime Sponsor, House Committee on Judiciary: Classifying the criminal use of explosives. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Quigley, Vice Chairman; Hargrove, McCaslin, Nelson, Niemi, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
HB 1130 Prime Sponsor, Representative Ludwig: Modifying furlough notification requirements. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Quigley, Vice Chairman; Hargrove, Niemi, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
ESHB 1157 Prime Sponsor, House Committee on Human Services: Specifying a procedure for emancipation of minors. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Hargrove, Nelson, Niemi, Rinehart, Roach, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
HB 1188 Prime Sponsor, Representative Morton: Requiring delivery of a copy of a lien document to the owner of the property subject to the lien. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Quigley, Vice Chairman; Hargrove, McCaslin, Nelson, Niemi, Rinehart, Roach, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
SHB 1195 Prime Sponsor, House Committee on Judiciary: Allowing a person to dictate the disposition of his or her remains. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Hargrove, McCaslin, Nelson, Niemi, Roach, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
HB 1204 Prime Sponsor, Representative Leonard: Including certain juveniles who are the subject of proceedings under chapter 13.34 RCW in the definition of "at-risk juvenile sex offenders". Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Hargrove, McCaslin, Nelson, Niemi, Roach, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 24, 1993
HB 1218 Prime Sponsor, Representative Ludwig: Changing requirements for claims against local governmental agencies. Reported by Committee on Government Operations
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Haugen, Chairman; Drew, Vice Chairman; Loveland, Oke, Owen, and Winsley.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
EHB 1228 Prime Sponsor, Representative Jones: Allowing information exchange of all agencies, including schools, with youth in their care. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Hargrove, McCaslin, Nelson, Niemi, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 24, 1993
EHB 1238 Prime Sponsor, Representative R. Johnson: Requiring notice be given to various parties before release from confinement of a juvenile who has committed stalking. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; McCaslin, Nelson, Niemi, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 24, 1993
HB 1315 Prime Sponsor, Representative H. Myers: Specifying the uses for the tax on the sale of real property. Reported by Committee on Government Operations
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators Haugen, Chairman; Drew, Vice Chairman; Loveland, Oke, and Winsley.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 24, 1993
ESHB 1320 Prime Sponsor, House Committee on Natural Resources and Parks: Modifying the forest fire protection assessment. Reported by Committee on Natural Resources
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Owen, Chairman; Hargrove, Vice Chairman; Amondson, Erwin, Franklin, Haugen, Oke, Snyder, and Spanel.
Referred to Committee on Ways and Means.
March 22, 1993
SHB 1336 Prime Sponsor, House Committee on Revenue: Allowing property owned by nonprofit organizations to be used for certain activities without loss of property tax exemption. Reported by Committee on Ways and Means
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Rinehart, Chairman; Spanel, Vice Chairman; Bauer, Cantu, Hochstatter, Jesernig, McDonald, Moyer, Pelz, Quigley, Roach, Snyder, Sutherland, Talmadge, West, and Wojahn.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
SHB 1428 Prime Sponsor, House Committee on Energy and Utilities: Removing the expiration date and correcting references for the Washington telephone assistance program. Reported by Committee on Energy and Utilities
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators Sutherland, Chairman; Jesernig, Vice Chairman; Amondson, Hochstatter, McCaslin, Owen, Vognild, West, and Williams.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
HB 1447 Prime Sponsor, Representative Appelwick: Authorizing the filing of foreign judgments in district court. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Quigley, Vice Chairman; Hargrove, Niemi, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 24, 1993
EHB 1484 Prime Sponsor, Representative King: Creating a wildlife violator compact. Reported by Committee on Natural Resources
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Owen, Chairman; Hargrove, Vice Chairman; Amondson, Franklin, Haugen, Oke, Snyder, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
SHB 1532 Prime Sponsor, House Committee on Health Care: Creating an interim permit for physical therapist licensure candidates. Reported by Committee on Health and Human Services
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Talmadge, Chairman; Wojahn, Vice Chairman; Deccio, Franklin, Fraser, McAuliffe, McDonald, Moyer, Niemi, Prentice, Quigley, and Winsley.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
HB 1535 Prime Sponsor, Representative Johanson: Authorizing counties to charge a fee for juvenile court diversion services. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Hargrove, McCaslin, Nelson, Niemi, Roach, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
SHB 1544 Prime Sponsor, House Committee on Judiciary: Requiring that criminal penalties set by cities and counties be the same as those set in state law. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Quigley, Vice Chairman; Hargrove, McCaslin, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
SHB 1545 Prime Sponsor, House Committee on Judiciary: Changing provisions relating to municipal courts. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Quigley, Vice Chairman; McCaslin, Niemi, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 24, 1993
SHB 1578 Prime Sponsor, House Committee on Corrections: Revising provisions relating to offenders under the jurisdiction of the department of corrections. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Hargrove, McCaslin, Nelson, Niemi, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 22, 1993
HB 1651 Prime Sponsor, Representative Anderson: Removing the sunset provisions from the naturopathy statutes. Reported by Committee on Health and Human Services
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Talmadge, Chairman; Wojahn, Vice Chairman; Deccio, Erwin, Franklin, Fraser, McAuliffe, Moyer, Niemi, Prentice, Quigley, Sheldon, L. Smith, and Winsley.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 24, 1993
ESHB 1662 Prime Sponsor, House Committee on Trade, Economic Development and Housing: Reauthorizing the community economic revitalization board. Reported by Committee on Trade, Technology and Economic Development
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators Skratek, Chairman; Sheldon, Vice Chairman; Bluechel, Deccio, Erwin, M. Rasmussen, and Williams.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 24, 1993
SHB 1678 Prime Sponsor, House Committee on Appropriations: Continuing funding for Operation New Market. Reported by Committee on Trade, Technology and Economic Development
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Skratek, Chairman; Sheldon, Vice Chairman; Bluechel, Deccio, Erwin, M. Rasmussen, and Williams.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 24, 1993
ESHB 1776 Prime Sponsor, House Committee on Trade, Economic Development and Housing: Creating the office of science and technology. Reported by Committee on Trade, Technology and Economic Development
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended and be referred to Committee on Ways and Means. Signed by Senators Skratek, Chairman; Sheldon, Vice Chairman; Bluechel, Deccio, Erwin, M. Rasmussen, and Williams.
Referred to Committee on Ways and Means.
March 22, 1993
HB 1790 Prime Sponsor, Representative Patterson: Authorizing public works board project loans. Reported by Committee on Ways and Means
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Rinehart, Chairman; Spanel, Vice Chairman; Bauer, Cantu, Hochstatter, Jesernig, McDonald, Moyer, Pelz, Snyder, Sutherland, Talmadge, West, and Wojahn.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 24, 1993
ESHB 1818 Prime Sponsor, House Committee on Appropriations: Providing for military dependent communities. Reported by Committee on Trade, Technology and Economic Development
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators Skratek, Chairman; Sheldon, Vice Chairman; Bluechel, Deccio, Erwin, M. Rasmussen, and Williams.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 22, 1993
ESHB 1862 Prime Sponsor, House Committee on Revenue: Permitting a special excise tax on hotel, motel, roominghouse, and trailer camp charges for a trade recreation agricultural center in Pasco. Reported by Committee on Ways and Means
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators Rinehart, Chairman; Spanel, Vice Chairman; Bauer, Jesernig, McDonald, Moyer, Pelz, Quigley, Snyder, Sutherland, Talmadge, West, and Wojahn.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 22, 1993
HB 1956 Prime Sponsor, Representative Cothern: Requiring computerized collection of health insurance coverage provided by certain state entities. Reported by Committee on Health and Human Services
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Talmadge, Chairman; Wojahn, Vice Chairman; Deccio, Erwin, Franklin, Fraser, McAuliffe, Moyer, Niemi, Prentice, Quigley, Sheldon, L. Smith, and Winsley.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 22, 1993
HB 2032 Prime Sponsor, Representative Appelwick: Authorizing counties with a population of one million or more to have family court and mental health commissioners. Reported by Committee on Law and Justice
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators A. Smith, Chairman; Hargrove, McCaslin, Nelson, Niemi, and Spanel.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
EHJM 4000 Prime Sponsor, Representative Locke: Honoring Homer M. Hadley. Reported by Committee on Transportation
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Vognild, Chairman; Loveland, Vice Chairman; Skratek, Vice Chairman; Barr, Drew, Haugen, Nelson, Oke, Prince, M. Rasmussen, and Winsley.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 22, 1993
HJM 4008 Prime Sponsor, Representative Mastin: Requesting a full deduction for sales taxes on federal tax returns. Reported by Committee on Ways and Means
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Rinehart, Chairman; Spanel, Vice Chairman; Bauer, Cantu, Hochstatter, Jesernig, McDonald, Moyer, Pelz, Quigley, Roach, Snyder, Sutherland, Talmadge, West, and Wojahn.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 24, 1993
HJM 4016 Prime Sponsor, Representative Valle: Requesting the federal government to enhance the promotion of mathematics, science, and technology. Reported by Committee on Trade, Technology and Economic Development
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Skratek, Chairman; Sheldon, Vice Chairman; Bluechel, Deccio, Erwin, M. Rasmussen, and Williams.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 23, 1993
HJR 4200 Prime Sponsor, Representative Franklin: Amending the Constitution to permit municipalities and state agencies to employ chaplains. Reported by Committee on Health and Human Services
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators Talmadge, Chairman; Deccio, Franklin, McAuliffe, McDonald, Moyer, Prentice, Quigley, and Winsley.
MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass as amended. Signed by Senator Niemi.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES
GUBERNATORIAL APPOINTMENTS
March 19, 1993
GA 9267 LAWRENCE KENNEY, appointed March 15, 1993, for a term ending March 1, 1999, as a member of the Tax Appeals Board.
Reported by Committee on Ways and Means
MAJORITY recommendation: That said appointment be confirmed. Signed by Senators Rinehart, Chairman; Spanel, Vice Chairman; Bauer, Gaspard, Hargrove, Jesernig, Niemi, Pelz, Quigley, Snyder, Talmadge, Williams, and Wojahn.
Passed to Committee on Rules.
March 24, 1993
GA 9283 THOMAS M. BURNS, reappointed February 19, 1993, for a term ending January 4, 1997, as a member of the Personnel Board.
Reported by Committee on Government Operations
MAJORITY recommendation: That said appointment be confirmed. Signed by Senators Haugen, Chairman; Loveland, Oke, Owen, and Winsley.
Passed to Committee on Rules.
INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING
SB 5964 by Senator Sutherland
AN ACT Relating to the building code council; amending RCW 19.27.042, 19.27.085, 19.27.113, 19.27.120, 19.27.170, 19.27.180, 19.27.190, 19.27.192, 19.27.470, 19.27.480, 19.27A.020, 19.27A.025, 19.27A.045, 29.57.030, 35.68.076, 43.22.480, 70.92.130, 70.92.140, 70.92.150, 70.94.455, 70.94.457, 70.162.030, and 90.76.020; reenacting and amending RCW 19.27.031 and 19.27.060; adding a new section to chapter 19.27 RCW; and repealing RCW 19.27.035, 19.27.070, 19.27.074, 19.27.078, 19.27.175, and 19.27A.050.
Referred to Committee on Energy and Utilities.
SB 5965 by Senator Sutherland
AN ACT Relating to transferring the Washington state energy office to the department of community development; amending RCW 43.21F.025, 43.21F.035, and 42.17.2401; and creating new sections.
Referred to Committee on Energy and Utilities.
MOTION
On motion of Senator Hargrove, the following resolution was adopted:
SENATE RESOLUTION 1993-8624
By Senator Hargrove
WHEREAS, For many years it has been the custom of the city of Port Townsend to arrange an annual program calling attention to the beauty of our State Flower, the Rhododendron; and
WHEREAS, This is an event that pays appropriate tribute to the Rhododendron, which blooms in such great profusion during the months of May and June; and
WHEREAS, The city will observe its fifty-eighth annual Rhododendron Festival during the week of May 8 through 16, 1993;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Senate of the state of Washington request that Mike Lowry, Governor of the state of Washington, proclaim the week of May 8 through 16, 1993, as Rhododendron Week in Washington and request the citizens of Washington State to study the beauty and significance of this flower, and whenever possible to join the residents of the city of Port Townsend and Jefferson County as they honor the stately Rhododendron.
INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS
The President introduced the following Rhododendron Festival Royalty candidates who were seated on the rostrum: Kari Dills, Erin Meacham, Adrienne Olson and Amanda Steurer.
MOTION
On motion of Senator Wojahn, the following resolution was adopted:
SENATE RESOLUTION 1993-8619
By Senators Wojahn and Rasmussen
WHEREAS, Many Washington state women have demonstrated leadership and provided direction as positive role models for Washington citizens; and
WHEREAS, Exceptional coaching enhances positive self-esteem and the development of pride and confidence; and
WHEREAS, Washington women coaches have encouraged, motivated, and enhanced the lives of our state's citizens by opening doors for participation in athletics; and
WHEREAS, These individuals have selflessly dedicated time, energy, emotions, and efforts into the sports arena, and successfully provided exceptional environments for all athletes; and
WHEREAS, Womens' athletics is one of the most effective avenues available for women in the United States to develop self-discipline, initiative, confidence, and leadership skills; and
WHEREAS, Female athletes need women role models as coaches, administrators, and athletic directors. There are many outstanding women serving in these positions including: Barbara Hedges as the University of Washington's Athletic Director, Chris Gobrecht as head womens' basketball coach at the University of Washington, Doris Heritage Brown with the Seattle Pacific University Athletic Department, Dr. Sue Durrant with Washington State University, Sandy Neeley with Everett Community College, Marie Sather with Western Washington University, and Joann Neil as a Federal Way High School coach; and
WHEREAS, These and other women have exercised remarkable leadership by: Encouraging females to enroll in coaching courses, administration courses, officiating courses, and in athletic training programs in college; have spent extra time to work with and teach young women who are interested in learning about coaching, athletic training, officiating, and athletic administration; and created networks among women coaches, officials, sports information directors, and athletic directors to promote the interest of females in all aspects of sport;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, In recognition of the outstanding leadership of women in athletic leadership positions, the Washington State Senate honor the female coaches, administrators, and athletic directors in Washington State.
MOTION
On motion of Senator McCaslin, the following resolution was adopted:
SENATE RESOLUTION 1993-8620
By Senator McCaslin
WHEREAS, The degree of competition and interest in girls' and womens' basketball is growing in the state of Washington at all scholastic levels; and
WHEREAS, The state high school girls' tournaments completed March 13, 1993, demonstrated with spirited play and exemplary sportsmanship the appeal of the sport among the players, students, parents, and fans of Washington; and
WHEREAS, The most difficult accomplishment in the world of sports is to live up to the high expectations created by an undefeated record and to successfully advance to the ultimate goal of a tournament championship; and
WHEREAS, The members of the Central Valley Bears Girls' Basketball Team are Lindsay Donaldson, Lisa Lentz, Laura Fralich, Aimee Turner, Alicia Lyon, Emily Spear, Kristen Hepton, Suzanne Boots, Reagan McClement, Tanya Kirk, Joey Asan, and Jacqueline Clark; and
WHEREAS, The Central Valley High School Bears Girls' Basketball Team from the Spokane Valley triumphed on March 13 in the Class AAA championship game and by winning 44-35 over a worthy opponent from Snohomish High School, thereby completed a perfect season record of twenty-nine wins and no losses; and
WHEREAS, The Central Valley Bears, under the leadership of Coach Dale Poffenroth and Assistant Coach Judy Walters, have brought distinction and pride to Central Valley High School, its students, its supporters, and the entire community;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That in recognition of the outstanding accomplishments of team members and the coach, the Senate honor the Central Valley Girls' Basketball Team.
MOTION
On motion of Senator Sutherland, the following resolution was adopted:
SENATE RESOLUTION 1993-8622
By Senator Sutherland
WHEREAS, The State Class AA Girls Basketball Tournament traditionally showcases exceptionally talented high school teams from throughout the state; and
WHEREAS, The Prairie High School Falcons have an outstanding academic and athletic tradition; and
WHEREAS, The Falcons capped an excellent 1993 season by winning the Class AA state basketball title on Saturday, March 13, 1993; and
WHEREAS, The Falcons showed their courage and fortitude by snapping the fifty-six game winning streak of the defending state champions in the semi-final game; and
WHEREAS, The final game showcased the exceptional talent of the team, in an exciting 46-44 last second victory; and
WHEREAS, The entire community has rallied around this team, and the school, in appreciation of the outstanding academic and athletic tradition of all of its teams; and
WHEREAS, The Falcons displayed their prominent team spirit, athletic skill, intensity, and determination in winning the state crown;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Senate of the state of Washington recognize winning team members Shawna Rosa, Missy Moss, Danielle Dettore, Beth Hamrick, Brook Spence, Mandy Lapsley, Aimee Brockway, Angie Bennett, Sonja Curtis, Rose Adkins, Kelly Bradstreet, and Lisa Maylone; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Senate also recognize and applaud the leadership of Coach Al Aldridge, Assistant Coaches Steve Rhodes and Tracy Grimes, Athletic Director Dennis Gillingham, Team Managers Malene Schjoening, Terri Donaldson, and Nicole Nelson, and Principal Charles Elliott; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Secretary of the Senate to the Falcons Head Coach, Al Aldridge, Prairie High School's Principal, Charles Elliott, and to the Student Body President at Prairie High School.
MOTION
On motion of Senator Sutherland, the following resolution was adopted:
SENATE RESOLUTION 1993-8623
By Senators Sutherland and Bauer
WHEREAS, The Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges Womens' Basketball Tournament traditionally showcases exceptionally talented community college teams from throughout the Northwest; and
WHEREAS, The Clark College Penguins have an outstanding academic and athletic tradition; and
WHEREAS, The Penguins capped an excellent 1993 season by winning the Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges basketball title on Saturday, March 6, 1993; and
WHEREAS, The Clark College Penguins finished the 1993 season with a perfect 33-0 record to become the first Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges team ever to go unbeaten in a season; and
WHEREAS, The final game showcased the exceptional talent of the team, in an exciting 66-60 victory; and
WHEREAS, The entire community has rallied around this team, and the college, in appreciation of the outstanding academic and athletic tradition of all of its teams; and
WHEREAS, The Penguins displayed their prominent team spirit, athletic skill, intensity, and determination in winning the Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges Championship;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Senate of the state of Washington recognize winning team members Amy Carter, Dracy Church, Janie Hogan Corbett, Jennifer Ferres, Shari Di Leasy, Liz Linster, Ann Phillips, Jennifer Rhone, Shannon Taylor, and Jennifer Kuykendall; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Senate also recognize and applaud the leadership of Head Coach Ken Trapp, Assistant Coaches Randy Myers, David Waldow, and Erin Tharp, Athletic Director Roger Daniels, and President Dr. Joe Johnson; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Secretary of the Senate to the Penguins Head Coach, Ken Trapp, Clark College President, Dr. Joe Johnson, and to the Student Body President at Clark College.
MOTION
On motion of Senator Cantu, the following resolution was adopted:
SENATE RESOLUTION 1993-8626
By Senator Cantu
WHEREAS, The high level of competition and the enduring tradition of boys' high school basketball is well established in the state of Washington; and
WHEREAS, The state high school boys' AAA basketball championship tournament completed March 13, 1993, demonstrated with spirited play and exemplary sportsmanship the appeal of the sport among the players, students, parents, and fans of Washington; and
WHEREAS, The most difficult accomplishment in the world of sports is to live up to the high expectations and to reach the ultimate goal of a tournament championship; and
WHEREAS, The members of the Mercer Island Islanders' Boys' Basketball Team are David Arigbabu, Terik Brown, Jason Cooper, Grant Farmer, Bobby Fielder, Markus Hallgrimson, Jamal Hill, Steve Howard, Albert Jones, Jeff Knoll, Javier Marin, Keith Passe, Landon Porter, Matt Schreck, Nate Snyder, and Peter Spear; and
WHEREAS, The Mercer Island High School Islanders' Boys' Basketball Team triumphed on March 13 in the Class AAA championship game and by winning 59-54 over a worthy opponent from Ferris High School, thereby completed a championship season; and
WHEREAS, The Mercer Island Islanders, under the leadership of Coach Ed Pepple, and Assistant Coaches Omar Parker, Aaron Clifford, Bob Sagerson, and Scott Reid, have brought distinction and pride to Mercer Island High School, its students, its supporters, and the entire community;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That in recognition of the outstanding accomplishments of team members and the coach, the Senate honor the Mercer Island High School Boys' Basketball Team.
MOTION
On motion of Senator McDonald, the following resolution was adopted:
SENATE RESOLUTION 1993-8627
By Senator McDonald, Gaspard, Sutherland and Rasmussen
WHEREAS, On March 22, 1993, Washington State Patrol Officer Steven L. Frink tragically lost his life in the line of duty following a motorcycle accident the Thursday before; and
WHEREAS, Steven Frink was born in Norfolk, Nebraska, thirty-nine years ago, attended Kent Ridge High School in Kent and earned an Associate of Arts degree from Green River Community College; and
WHEREAS, Trooper Frink, began his career on June 28, 1985, as a cadet assigned to Bellevue Communications, was enrolled in the Washington State Patrol Academy on August 17, 1985, was commissioned as a Washington State Trooper on December 20, 1985, and on January 1, 1987, was assigned to Motorcycles in Bellevue; and
WHEREAS, Steve Frink answered the call of his country as an Army reservist and was activated by the United States Army during Operation Desert Storm in 1991, after which he returned to duty with the State Patrol; and
WHEREAS, Officer Frink served the people of the state of Washington with courage, honor, and distinction and was the pride of his family and friends; and
WHEREAS, All Washington citizens acknowledge and appreciate the invaluable service all members of the Washington State Patrol provide and all citizens mourn the loss of any trooper in the line of duty;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Washington State Senate joins with the people of our state in paying tribute to the courageous life and distinguished career of Officer Steven L. Frink; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the members of the Washington State Senate do hereby express our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Steven L. Frink; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be transmitted by the Secretary of the Senate to Mrs. Gayle Frink and her two children Kari and Christian, and to Chief Roger Bruett of the Washington State Patrol.
MOMENT OF SILENCE
At the request of Senator McDonald, the members stood for a moment of silence in memory of Washington State Patrol Officer Steven L. Frink.
MOTION
On motion of Senator Gaspard, the following resolution was adopted:
SENATE RESOLUTION 1993-8628
By Senators Gaspard, Wojahn, Franklin, Rasmussen, Winsley and von Reichbauer
WHEREAS, Clyde Hupp's commitment to public service has spanned more than forty years, benefitted countless lives, and enriched the people of the state of Washington; and
WHEREAS, Clyde Hupp's leadership on the Pierce County Central Labor Council and the Washington State Labor Council has inspired trust, respect, and affection across a broad spectrum of business, labor, and political leaders; and
WHEREAS, Clyde Hupp's tireless efforts as a member and past chair of the L.H. Bates General Advisory Council have contributed to significant improvements in the curriculum and facilities of L.H. Bates Technical College; and
WHEREAS, Clyde Hupp's outstanding service on the State Board for Community and Technical Colleges and the Governor's Advisory Committee on Investment in Human Capital has helped to enhance the opportunities for training of our state's workforce; and
WHEREAS, Clyde Hupp's distinguished tenure as Vice-President and President of United Way of Washington, and as a respected leader of the Tacoma Urban League Board of Directors, signify his lifelong commitment to community service; and
WHEREAS, Clyde Hupp's renowned fairness, honesty, integrity, sincerity, ability, and likability is a tribute to his character and an inspiration to others; and
WHEREAS, Clyde Hupp has announced his decision to retire as Secretary-Treasurer of the Pierce County Central Labor Council, where his excellent leadership will be long remembered and sorely missed;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Washington State Senate recognize and honor Clyde Hupp and hereby declare and proclaim March 26, 1993, as Clyde Hupp Day, and urge all citizens to join in this observance; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Secretary of the Senate to Clyde Hupp, his wife Lula Mae, and to his daughters, Marilou Gadley and Barbara McCulloch.
Senators Gaspard, Rasmussen, Franklin, Wojahn and Winsley spoke to Senate Resolution 1993-8628.
INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS
The President introduced Mr. Clyde Hupp and Mr. John Thompson, his successor as Secretary-Treasurer of the Pierce County Central Labor Council, who were seated on the rostrum.
MOTION
On motion of Senator Pelz, the following resolution was adopted:
SENATE RESOLUTION 1993-8629
By Senators Pelz and Rasmussen
WHEREAS, It is important to recognize the special abilities of all students; and
WHEREAS, Through the arts, students develop imagination, initiative, creativity, self-expression, self-confidence, and aesthetic sensitivity; and
WHEREAS, The arts are an essential part of the human experience, providing communication across cultures and providing an historical record; and
WHEREAS, Because of the arts, many students who may otherwise lose interest in school, become invigorated in learning because of the opportunity to pursue the arts; and
WHEREAS, The Twentieth Annual High School Art Show is being conducted by the Superintendent of Public Instruction on Thursday, March 25, 1993, recognizing the talents of our students, supporting arts education in our schools and communities, and marking the beginning of "A Year Dedicated to Arts Education, 1993-94";
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Washington State Senate hereby recognizes the contribution of the arts to education and honors the winners of the Twentieth Annual High School Art Show and their teachers; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Secretary of the Senate to Superintendent of Public Instruction Judith Billings, and through her to the state winners of the 1993 High School Art Show.
MOTION
On motion of Senator Jesernig, the Senate reverted to the sixth order of business.
MOTION
On motion of Senator Jesernig, the following bills remaining on the second reading calendar were referred to the Committee on Rules:
SB 5085 Hydraulic project approval
2SSB 5203 Employment/training services
SB 5305 School/library elections
SB 5342 Alcohol used as fuel tx crdt
SB 5347 Agricultural labor relations
SB 5400 Campaign contribtns/spending
SB 5468 Public assist/businesses
SB 5476 HIV testing/juven sex offndr
SB 5506 Administrative rule making
SB 5587 Nonprofit organ property tax
SB 5614 Commercial crab fishery
SB 5648 Alien offenders/deportation
SB 5662 Metals mining
SB 5668 Assistance to businesses
SB 5742 Transportation facilities
SB 5755 State flags and mementos
SB 5760 Bail bond agents
SB 5777 Trickle irrigation systems
SB 5786 Public housing authorities
SB 5816 Auto insurnc territory ratng
SB 5848 Orchard crops/consignment
SB 5862 Competitive strategies task
SJM 8019 International trade agreemnts
SJR 8209 School/library elections
MOTION
At 10:38 a.m., on motion of Senator Jesernig, the Senate adjourned until 12:00 noon, Friday, March 26, 1993.
JOEL PRITCHARD, President of the Senate
MARTY BROWN, Secretary of the Senate