FORTY-FOURTH DAY

NOON SESSION

Senate Chamber, Olympia, February 21, 2006

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 20, 2006

HB 1763 Prime Sponsor, Sullivan, B.: Repealing RCW 68.50.560. Reported by Committee on Health & Long-Term Care

MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Keiser, Chair; Thibaudeau, Vice Chair; Deccio, Franklin, Johnson, Kastama and Parlette

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 20, 2006

ESHB 1850 Prime Sponsor, Committee on Health Care: Creating a retired volunteer medical worker license. Reported by Committee on Health & Long-Term Care

MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators Keiser, Chair; Thibaudeau, Vice Chair; Brandland, Deccio, Franklin, Johnson, Kastama, Kline and Parlette

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 20, 2006

2SHB 2342 Prime Sponsor, Committee on Appropriations: Establishing a health care declarations registry. Reported by Committee on Health & Long-Term Care

MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Keiser, Chair; Thibaudeau, Vice Chair; Deccio, Franklin, Johnson, Kastama, Kline and Parlette

MINORITY recommendation: Without recommendation. Signed by Senator Brandland

Passed to Committee on Ways & Means.

February 20, 2006

SHB 2463 Prime Sponsor, Committee on Health Care: Modifying dental licensure provisions. Reported by Committee on Health & Long-Term Care

MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators Keiser, Chair; Thibaudeau, Vice Chair; Brandland, Deccio, Franklin, Johnson, Kastama, Kline and Parlette

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES

GUBERNATORIAL APPOINTMENTS

February 20, 2006

SGA 9410 TERESA PAN, reappointed October 1, 2005, for the term ending September 30, 2010, as Member, Board of Trustees, Bates Technical College District No. 28. Reported by Committee on Early Learning, K-12 & Higher Education

MAJORITY recommendation: That said appointment be confirmed. Signed by Senators McAuliffe, Chair; Pridemore, Vice Chair, Higher Education; Weinstein, Vice Chair, Early Learning & K-12; Berkey, Eide, Kohl-Welles, Rasmussen, Rockefeller and Shin

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 20, 2006

SGA 9414 YVONNE BIANCHI, appointed October 1, 2005, for the term ending September 30, 2010, as Member, Board of Trustees, Technical College District #25 (Bellingham). Reported by Committee on Early Learning, K-12 & Higher Education

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 20, 2006

SGA 9415 WILLIAM J. MCDOWELL, reappointed February 10, 2005, for the term ending September 30, 2008, as Member, Board of Trustees, Wenatchee Valley Community College District No. 15. Reported by Committee on Early Learning, K-12 & Higher Education

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

MOTION

On motion of Senator Eide, all measures listed on the Standing Committee report were referred to the committees as designated.

MOTION

On motion of Senator Eide, the Senate advanced to the third order of business.

MESSAGES FROM THE STATE OFFICES

February 17, 2006

STATE OF WASHINGTON

Olympia, Washington 98504-5000

Mr. Thomas Hoemann

Secretary of the Senate

P.O. Box 40482

Olympia, Washington 98504-0482

Dear Mr. Hoemann:

Enclosed is DSHS - Contain Per Capita Cost of Adoption Report. This report is mandated under Chapter 518, Laws of 2005, Section 202(6).

If you have any questions about the report, please call 360-902-7936.

Sincerely,

Robin Arnold-Williams, Secretary

The DSHS - Contain Per Capita Cost of Adoption Report is on file in the Office of the Secretary of the Senate.

MESSAGES FROM THE STATE OFFICES

February 17, 2006

STATE OF WASHINGTON

Olympia, Washington 98504-5000

Mr. Thomas Hoemann

Secretary of the Senate

P.O. Box 40482

Olympia, Washington 98504-0482

Dear Mr. Hoemann:

Enclosed is DSHS - Implementation of Enhancement Program Report. This report is mandated under Chapter 518, Laws of 2005, Section 202(7).

If you have any questions about the report, please call 360-902-7906.

Sincerely,

Robin Arnold-Williams, Secretary

The DSHS - Implementation of Enhancement Program Report is on file in the Office of the Secretary of the Senate.

MESSAGES FROM THE STATE OFFICES

February 20, 2006

STATE OF WASHINGTON

Olympia, Washington 98504-5000

Mr. Thomas Hoemann

Secretary of the Senate

P.O. Box 40482

Olympia, Washington 98504-0482

Dear Mr. Hoemann:

Enclosed is DSHS - Incarcerated Parents Report. This report is mandated under Chapter 403, Laws of 2005, Section 2(1).

If you have any questions about the report, please call 360-902-0251.

Sincerely,

Robin Arnold-Williams, Secretary

The DSHS - Incarcerated Parents Report is on file in the Office of the Secretary of the Senate.

MESSAGES FROM THE STATE OFFICES

February 17, 2006

STATE OF WASHINGTON

Olympia, Washington 98504-5000

Mr. Thomas Hoemann

Secretary of the Senate

P.O. Box 40482

Olympia, Washington 98504-0482

Dear Mr. Hoemann:

Enclosed is Washington State Lottery Commission Audit Report.

If you have any questions about the report, please call 360-902-0370.

Sincerely,

Brian Sonntag, State Auditor

The Washington State Lottery Commission Audit Report is on file in the Office of the Secretary of the Senate.

MESSAGES FROM THE STATE OFFICES

February 17, 2006

STATE OF WASHINGTON

Olympia, Washington 98504-5000

Mr. Thomas Hoemann

Secretary of the Senate

P.O. Box 40482

Olympia, Washington 98504-0482

Dear Mr. Hoemann:

Enclosed is Washington State Fruit Commission Audit Report.

If you have any questions about the report, please call 360-902-0370.

Sincerely,

Brian Sonntag, State Auditor

The Washington State Fruit Commission Audit Report is on file in the Office of the Secretary of the Senate.

MESSAGES FROM THE STATE OFFICES

February 17, 2006

STATE OF WASHINGTON

Olympia, Washington 98504-5000

Mr. Thomas Hoemann

Secretary of the Senate

P.O. Box 40482

Olympia, Washington 98504-0482

Dear Mr. Hoemann:

Enclosed is Washington State Fruit Commission Audit Report. This report is mandated under .

If you have any questions about the report, please call 360-902-0370.

Sincerely,

Brian Sonntag, State Auditor

The Washington State Fruit Commission Audit Report is on file in the Office of the Secretary of the Senate.

MESSAGES FROM THE STATE OFFICES

February 17, 2006

STATE OF WASHINGTON

Olympia, Washington 98504-5000

Mr. Thomas Hoemann

Secretary of the Senate

P.O. Box 40482

Olympia, Washington 98504-0482

Dear Mr. Hoemann:

Enclosed is Office of the Treasurer Audit Report. This report is mandated under RCW 43.09.310.

If you have any questions about the report, please call 360-902-0370.

Sincerely,

Brian Sonntag, State Auditor

The Office of the Treasurer Audit Report is on file in the Office of the Secretary of the Senate.

MESSAGE FROM THE GOVERNOR

GUBERNATORIAL APPOINTMENTS

February 21, 2006

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.

AMY BRAGDON, appointed January 30, 2006, for the term ending January 30, 2009, as Member of the State Board of Education.

Sincerely,

CHRISTINE O. GREGOIRE, Governor

Referred to Committee on Early Learning, K-12 & Higher Education.

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 eighth order of business.

MOTION

Senator Spanel moved adoption of the following resolution:

SENATE RESOLUTION

8723

By Senators Spanel, Haugen, Stevens and Rasmussen

WHEREAS, Every April, the tulips are in bloom, celebrating the beginning of spring; and

WHEREAS, The beautiful Skagit Valley is the Northwest's tulip capital and the number 1 producer of tulip bulbs in North America; and

WHEREAS, The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival kicks off the festival season in Washington; and

WHEREAS, Nearly half a million people visited the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival last year, participating in the joy and excitement of the event, and contributing to the economy of the Skagit Valley; and

WHEREAS, This year's 23rd annual festival will run from April 1 through 30, focusing on the communities of Sedro Woolley, Burlington, Anacortes, La Conner, Mount Vernon, Concrete, and Conway; and

WHEREAS, Visitors will be greeted by more than 750 acres of tulips reflecting all the vibrant colors of the rainbow, by the fullness of life in the valley, and by its wonderful people; and

WHEREAS, This year's Tulip Festival ambassadors will ably and personably perform their responsibilities as representatives of this festival; and

WHEREAS, Highlights of the event include the Kiwanis Club's 18th Annual Salmon Barbeque, the 26th Annual Tulip Pedal bike ride, the Anacortes Quilt Walk, the Downtown Mount Vernon Street Fair, the first Hospice Tour de Fleur, and much more;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Washington State Senate salute all the communities of the Skagit Valley, their chambers of commerce, the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Ambassadors, and the Tulip Festival Committee; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Senate commend the community leaders and corporate sponsors for the success of this important event and encourage citizens from across Washington to take the time to enjoy this spectacular display; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Secretary of the Senate to the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Executive Director Cindy Verge and the Tulip Festival Ambassadors.

Senator Spanel spoke in favor of adoption of the resolution.

The President declared the question before the Senate to be the adoption of Senate Resolution No. 8723.

The motion by Senator Spanel carried and the resolution was adopted by voice vote.

MOTION

Senator Delvin moved adoption of the following resolution:

SENATE RESOLUTION

8711

By Senator Delvin

WHEREAS, On December 2, 2005, the Prosser High School Mustangs became one of the first teams in the state of Washington to compete for the football state championship for a 6th time; and

WHEREAS, The Prosser High School Mustangs had a season record of 13-2 and advanced to the State Championship Game; and

WHEREAS, On November 19, 2005, on their way to the state championship game, the Prosser High School Mustangs defeated the four-time defending class 3A champions with a 38-35 victory over the Bellevue Wolverines at Neil F. Lampson Field in Kennewick; and

WHEREAS, The Prosser High School Mustangs were expected by many to be brushed aside by the nationally recognized Wolverines; however, due to their skill and determination they defeated the Wolverines and brought a much deserved win to Eastern Washington; and

WHEREAS, The ironclad determination of the Prosser High School Mustangs' defense held the Wolverines to just 289 yards, almost 100 yards below their season average; and

WHEREAS, The Prosser High School Mustangs Coaching Staff, led by Head Coach Tom Moore, provided invaluable leadership, motivation, and direction to the players; and

WHEREAS, With senior leadership provided by Tylan Watkins, Adrian Washington, Travis Fanciullo, Danny Lochrie, Ivan Merino, Nick Long, Nick Edwards, David Starkey, Chris Shepherd, Jake Martin, Jaycobb Gagner, Ty Hartley, Cameron Brophy, Chad Don, and Trent Crabtree, the Prosser High School Mustangs have won the Mid-Valley League title 18 of the last 19 years; and

WHEREAS, The Prosser High School Mustangs dominated All League and All Area selections led by seniors - Nick Edwards, Jake Martin, Ty Hartley, Danny Lochrie, Ivan Merino, Cameron Brophy, juniors – Kellen Moore, Bobby Humphreys, Jared Hancock, Nick Boydson, Cody Frank, Josh Beck, and sophomore – Cody Bruns; and

WHEREAS, The Prosser High School Mustangs' Quarterback Kellen Moore set the state records for completions, yardage, and touchdowns in a single season; and

WHEREAS, Every senior on the Prosser High School Mustangs team has completed 20 or more hours of community service as part of their School to Life Program; and

WHEREAS, In addition to Prosser High School having a fantastic football year, it also showed a significant increase in the percentage of students who passed the WASL, with a 20-percent increase in reading, a 12.9-percent increase in math, and a 12.5-percent increase in writing;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Washington State Senate recognize and congratulate all the Prosser High School Mustangs team members, coaches, staff, faculty, students, parents, and the community for the extraordinary job well done and for their incredible achievements; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Secretary of the Senate to the Prosser Superintendent Ray Tolcacher, Principals Kevin Lusk and Kelly Thorson, Athletic Director Casey Gant, Coach Tom Moore and his Assistant Coaches, and each member of the Prosser High School Mustangs Football Team.

Senator Delvin spoke in favor of adoption of the resolution.

The President declared the question before the Senate to be the adoption of Senate Resolution No. 8711.

The motion by Senator Delvin carried and the resolution was adopted by voice vote.

MOTION

At 12:06 p.m., on motion of Senator Eide, the Senate adjourned until 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 22, 2006.