SIXTIETH LEGISLATURE - REGULAR SESSION

FIFTIETH DAY

House Chamber, Olympia, Monday, February 26, 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 a Sergeant at Arms Color Guard, Pages Christopher Hawthorne and Jesse Ridenour. The Speaker (Representative Lovick presiding) led the Chamber in the Pledge of Allegiance. Prayer was offered by Reverend Carol McKinley, Olympia Unitarian Universalist Congregation.

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

RESOLUTION

HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 2007-4623, by Representatives Moeller, Kirby, Hunt, Curtis, Fromhold, Kelley, Roberts, Clibborn, Kenney, Morrell, Goodman, Appleton, Cody, Van De Wege, Schual-Berke, Simpson, Blake, Pettigrew, Takko, McCoy, Morris, Chopp, Lovick, Ormsby, Barlow, Grant, Lantz, Campbell, Dunshee, Sommers, Ericks, Eddy, B. Sullivan, Miloscia, Williams, Darneille, McIntire, Hudgins, Rolfes, Hasegawa, Chase, McDermott, P. Sullivan, Wallace, Seaquist, Pedersen, Kagi, O'Brien, Pearson, Chandler, Condotta, Newhouse, Anderson, Bailey, Orcutt, Dunn, Kretz, Haler, Ahern, Walsh, Rodne, Strow, McCune and Ross

WHEREAS, January 23, 2007, marks the sesquicentennial of the City of Vancouver, Washington; and

WHEREAS, Vancouver has played a prominent role in the history of the State with notable events including the founding of Fort Vancouver in 1825, which served as the capital of the Hudson's Bay Company's Northwest fur trading empire; the first military post in the Pacific Northwest, Vancouver Barracks, which served as the headquarters of the United States military for the region, being home to Officers Row; the first "neighborhood" in the Pacific Northwest; serving as the landing site, at Pearson Airfield, of the first transpolar flight; and the location of the Kaiser Shipyards, begun in 1942, to support the World War II efforts; and

WHEREAS, Through Vancouver Barracks, the City has been home to some of the most notable figures in military history including General George C. Marshall, General Ulysses S. Grant, and General Oliver Otis Howard; and

WHEREAS, America's Vancouver has been, in the past, and continues to be, a forward thinking, innovative community that was home to the first street lights and telephones in the Northwest, the first county library system in the State, the location of the first Hilton hotel in the world with a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification, and whose award-winning trails system has helped earn it a designation as one of the most walkable cities in the United States; and

WHEREAS, Vancouver is currently the 4th largest city in the State and serves as a social and economic hub for Southwest Washington; and

WHEREAS, The City of Vancouver plans a yearlong series of events to celebrate its 150th anniversary kicked off by the Mayor's State of the City address on January 23rd and including a community picnic, a citywide bike ride with the Mayor, and a special 150th exhibit at the Clark County Historic Museum;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the State of Washington congratulate America's Vancouver on reaching its 150th Anniversary; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives to the City of Vancouver.

Representative Moeller moved the adoption of the resolution.

Representatives Moeller and Dunn spoke in favor of the adoption of the resolution.

HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 4623 was adopted.

MESSAGE FROM THE SENATE

February 23, 2007

Mr. Speaker:

The Senate has passed:

ENGROSSED SENATE BILL NO. 5166,

SENATE BILL NO. 5273,

SUBSTITUTE SENATE BILL NO. 5391,

SENATE BILL NO. 5408,

SUBSTITUTE SENATE BILL NO. 5435,

ENGROSSED SUBSTITUTE SENATE BILL NO. 5456,

and the same are herewith transmitted.

Thomas Hoemann, Secretary

INTRODUCTION & FIRST READING

HB 2356 by Representatives Curtis, Haler, Schindler and Ericksen

AN ACT Relating to replacing school impact fees and providing additional revenue to high growth school districts; amending RCW 82.45.060 and 82.02.090; adding a new section to chapter 43.08 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 28A.300 RCW; and creating a new section.

Referred to Committee on Appropriations.

HB 2357 by Representatives McIntire and Fromhold

AN ACT Relating to school districts' use of state forest revenues; and amending RCW 79.64.110 and 28A.320.330.

Referred to Committee on Capital Budget.

HB 2358 by Representatives Rolfes, Strow, Appleton, Seaquist, Van De Wege, Lantz, Flannigan, Roberts, Cody, Green and Eickmeyer

AN ACT Relating to state ferries; amending RCW 47.06.140, 47.60.290, and 47.60.330; adding new sections to chapter 47.60 RCW; repealing RCW 47.60.150 and 47.60.326; and providing an expiration date.

Referred to Committee on Transportation.

HB 2359 by Representatives Ericks and O'Brien

AN ACT Relating to the disposal of certain property owned by the University of Washington; and creating a new section.

Referred to Committee on Capital Budget.

HB 2360 by Representative Alexander

AN ACT Relating to funds subject to the state expenditure limit; amending RCW 43.135.025; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.

Referred to Committee on Appropriations.

HB 2361 by Representative Conway

AN ACT Relating to collective bargaining for certain employees of institutions of higher education and related boards; and adding a new section to chapter 41.56 RCW.

Referred to Committee on Commerce & Labor.

HB 2362 by Representatives Roach, Ericks and Strow

AN ACT Relating to prohibiting the possession of body armor by felons; adding a new chapter to Title 9 RCW; and prescribing penalties.

Referred to Committee on Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness.

HJM 4019 by Representatives Chase, Hurst, Kenney, Conway, McCoy, B. Sullivan, Hunt, Williams and Eickmeyer

Requesting an alternative to Fast Track Trade Authority.

Referred to Committee on Community & Economic Development & Trade.

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

REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES

February 22, 2007

HB 1001 Prime Sponsor, Representative Lovick: Combating auto theft. Reported by Committee on Human Services

MAJORITY recommendation: The second substitute bill be substituted therefor and the second substitute do pass and do not pass the substitute bill by Committee on Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness. Signed by Representatives Dickerson, Chairman; Roberts, Vice Chairman; Ahern, Ranking Minority Member; Walsh, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; McCoy and O'Brien.

MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Representatives Bailey and Darneille.

Referred to Committee on Appropriations.

February 23, 2007

HB 1031 Prime Sponsor, Representative Morris: Changing provisions concerning electronic devices. Reported by Committee on Technology, Energy & Communications

MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives Morris, Chairman; McCoy, Vice Chairman; Crouse, Ranking Minority Member; McCune, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Eddy; Hudgins; Hurst; Takko and Van De Wege.

MINORITY recommendation: Without recommendation. Signed by Representatives Ericksen and Hankins.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 21, 2007

HB 1103 Prime Sponsor, Representative Campbell: Concerning health professions. Reported by Committee on Appropriations

MAJORITY recommendation: The second substitute bill be substituted therefor and the second substitute do pass and do not pass the substitute bill by Committee on Health Care & Wellness. 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; P. Sullivan and Walsh.

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 and Priest.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HB 1201 Prime Sponsor, Representative Roberts: Extending medicaid coverage for foster care youth who reach age eighteen. Reported by Committee on Appropriations

MAJORITY recommendation: The second substitute bill be substituted therefor and the second substitute do pass and do not pass the substitute bill by Committee on Health Care & Wellness. Signed by Representatives Sommers, Chairman; Dunshee, Vice Chairman; Alexander, Ranking Minority Member; Bailey, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Buri; Chandler; Cody; Conway; Darneille; 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.

MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Representatives Anderson and Dunn.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 21, 2007

HB 1242 Prime Sponsor, Representative Morrell: Creating a voluntary adult family home certification program. Reported by Committee on Appropriations

MAJORITY recommendation: The second substitute bill be substituted therefor and the second substitute do pass and do not pass the substitute bill by Committee on Health Care & Wellness. Signed by Representatives Sommers, Chairman; Dunshee, Vice Chairman; Alexander, Ranking Minority Member; Bailey, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Anderson; Buri; Cody; Conway; Darneille; Ericks; Fromhold; Grant; Haigh; Haler; Hinkle; Hunt; Hunter; Kagi; Kenney; Kessler; Linville; McDermott; McDonald; McIntire; Morrell; Pettigrew; Priest; Schual-Berke; Seaquist; P. Sullivan and Walsh.

MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Representatives Alexander, Ranking Minority Member; Bailey, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Buri; Chandler; Dunn; Hinkle and Kretz.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HB 1259 Prime Sponsor, Representative B. Sullivan: Allowing the parks and recreation commission to deny or revoke the issuance of a park pass in certain circumstances. Reported by Committee on Agriculture & Natural Resources

MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives B. Sullivan, Chairman; Blake, Vice Chairman; Kretz, Ranking Minority Member; Warnick, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Dickerson; Eickmeyer; Grant; Hailey; Kagi; Lantz; McCoy; Newhouse; Orcutt; Strow and Van De Wege.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HB 1294 Prime Sponsor, Representative B. Sullivan: Providing an exemption from special fuel taxes for regional transit authorities. Reported by Committee on Transportation

MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives Clibborn, Chairman; Jarrett, Ranking Minority Member; Appleton; Campbell; Dickerson; Eddy; 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; Armstrong; Ericksen; Hailey and Kristiansen.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HB 1313 Prime Sponsor, Representative Eddy: Transferring the authority to intervene on behalf of railroad shippers to the department of transportation. Reported by Committee on Transportation

MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Representatives Schindler, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Armstrong; Ericksen; Hailey and Kristiansen.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HB 1337 Prime Sponsor, Representative Kenney: Requiring insurance coverage for colorectal cancer screening. 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; Campbell; 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 and Curtis.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HB 1343 Prime Sponsor, Representative Takko: Adding a physical examination requirement for certificate of ownership applications. Reported by Committee on Transportation

MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives Clibborn, Chairman; Jarrett, Ranking Minority Member; Schindler, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Appleton; Armstrong; Campbell; Dickerson; Eddy; Ericksen; Hailey; Hankins; Hudgins; Lovick; Rodne; Rolfes; Sells; Simpson; Springer; Takko; Wallace and Wood.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HB 1371 Prime Sponsor, Representative Appleton: Addressing traffic infractions involving rental vehicles. Reported by Committee on Transportation

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HB 1375 Prime Sponsor, Representative B. Sullivan: Creating a joint legislative task force on aerospace manufacturing. Reported by Committee on Community & Economic Development & Trade

MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives Kenney, Chairman; Pettigrew, Vice Chairman; Bailey, Ranking Minority Member; McDonald, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Chase; Darneille; Haler; Rolfes and P. Sullivan.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 21, 2007

HB 1424 Prime Sponsor, Representative McCoy: Authorizing the department of ecology to adopt rules regulating certain rainwater collection facilities. Reported by Committee on Agriculture & Natural Resources

MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Representatives Kretz, Ranking Minority Member; Warnick, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Hailey; Newhouse; Orcutt and Strow.

Referred to Committee on Appropriations.

February 21, 2007

HB 1453 Prime Sponsor, Representative Grant: Directing the department of ecology to approve changes in the point of diversion under a water right. Reported by Committee on Agriculture & Natural Resources

MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives B. Sullivan, Chairman; Blake, Vice Chairman; Kretz, Ranking Minority Member; Warnick, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Eickmeyer; Grant; Hailey; Lantz; Newhouse; Orcutt; Strow and Van De Wege.

MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Representatives Dickerson and McCoy.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HB 1553 Prime Sponsor, Representative Hinkle: Establishing a controlled substances prescription monitoring program. 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; Campbell; Condotta; Curtis; Green; Moeller; Pedersen and Seaquist.

MINORITY recommendation: Without recommendation. Signed by Representative Schual-Berke.

Referred to Committee on Appropriations.

February 20, 2007

HB 1595 Prime Sponsor, Representative Appleton: Expanding the protection of shellfish in Puget Sound. Reported by Committee on Select Committee on Puget Sound

MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives Upthegrove, Chairman; Eickmeyer, Vice Chairman; O'Brien; Rolfes and Springer.

MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Representatives Sump, Ranking Minority Member; Walsh, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Pearson.

Referred to Committee on Appropriations.

February 22, 2007

HB 1651 Prime Sponsor, Representative Fromhold: Creating the boating activities program. Reported by Committee on Agriculture & Natural Resources

MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives B. Sullivan, Chairman; Blake, Vice Chairman; Warnick, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Dickerson; Eickmeyer; Grant; Hailey; Kagi; Lantz; McCoy and Van De Wege.

MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Representatives Kretz, Ranking Minority Member; Newhouse; Orcutt and Strow.

Referred to Committee on Appropriations.

February 22, 2007

HB 1715 Prime Sponsor, Representative Chase: Assisting manufacturers. Reported by Committee on Community & Economic Development & Trade

MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives Kenney, Chairman; Pettigrew, Vice Chairman; Bailey, Ranking Minority Member; McDonald, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Chase; Darneille; Haler; Rolfes and P. Sullivan.

Referred to Committee on Appropriations.

February 22, 2007

HB 1784 Prime Sponsor, Representative Kenney: Eliminating limitations on the investment of certain state moneys. Reported by Committee on Capital Budget

MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives Fromhold, Chairman; Ormsby, Vice Chairman; McDonald, Ranking Minority Member; Newhouse, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Blake; Chase; Dunshee; Eickmeyer; Goodman; Hankins; Kelley; McCune; Orcutt; Pearson; Pedersen; Schual-Berke; Sells; Skinner and Strow.

MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Representatives Hasegawa.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HB 1797 Prime Sponsor, Representative O'Brien: Automating the reporting requirements for ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, and phenylpropanolamine sales by establishing a state repository. 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 22, 2007

HB 1820 Prime Sponsor, Representative Dickerson: Reducing air pollution through the licensing and use of medium-speed electric vehicles. Reported by Committee on Transportation

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HB 1848 Prime Sponsor, Representative Curtis: Requiring identification from health services applicants. Reported by Committee on Health Care & Wellness

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HB 1849 Prime Sponsor, Representative Flannigan: Preserving the use of design-build construction on certain transportation projects. Reported by Committee on Transportation

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HB 1850 Prime Sponsor, Representative Pedersen: Limiting the sale or use of prescription information. Reported by Committee on Health Care & Wellness

MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives Cody, Chairman; Morrell, Vice Chairman; Barlow; Campbell; Green; Moeller; Pedersen; Schual-Berke and Seaquist.

MINORITY recommendation: Without recommendation. Signed by Representatives Hinkle, Ranking Minority Member; Alexander, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Condotta.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HB 1853 Prime Sponsor, Representative Cody: Concerning case management services for dangerous mentally ill offenders. 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; Campbell; Condotta; Green; Moeller; Pedersen; Schual-Berke and Seaquist.

Referred to Committee on Appropriations.

February 23, 2007

HB 1857 Prime Sponsor, Representative McCoy: Regulating utility pole attachments. Reported by Committee on Technology, Energy & Communications

MINORITY recommendation: Without recommendation. Signed by Representatives McCune, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Hankins; Takko and Van De Wege.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HB 1993 Prime Sponsor, Representative Barlow: Modifying credentialing standards for counselors. Reported by Committee on Health Care & Wellness

Referred to Committee on Appropriations.

February 23, 2007

HB 2034 Prime Sponsor, Representative Jarrett: Providing a civil cause of action for victims of motor vehicle theft. Reported by Committee on Judiciary

MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives Lantz, Chairman; Goodman, Vice Chairman; Rodne, Ranking Minority Member; Warnick, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Ahern; Kirby; Moeller; Pedersen and Williams.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HB 2055 Prime Sponsor, Representative Flannigan: Concerning traumatic brain injuries. Reported by Committee on Human Services

MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives Dickerson, Chairman; Roberts, Vice Chairman; Ahern, Ranking Minority Member; Walsh, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Bailey; Darneille; McCoy and O'Brien.

Referred to Committee on Appropriations.

February 22, 2007

HB 2056 Prime Sponsor, Representative Lantz: Requiring recycling receptacles at official gatherings and sports facilities. Reported by Committee on Agriculture & Natural Resources

MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Representatives Kretz, Ranking Minority Member; Warnick, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Newhouse and Orcutt.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HB 2057 Prime Sponsor, Representative Lovick: Addressing identity theft. Reported by Committee on Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness

Referred to Committee on Appropriations.

February 21, 2007

HB 2082 Prime Sponsor, Representative Chandler: Establishing the field of dreams program. Reported by Committee on Higher Education

MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives Wallace, Chairman; Sells, Vice Chairman; Hasegawa; McIntire and Sommers.

MINORITY recommendation: Without recommendation. Signed by Representatives Anderson, Ranking Minority Member; Buri, Assistant Ranking Minority Member.

Referred to Committee on Appropriations.

February 22, 2007

HB 2086 Prime Sponsor, Representative Conway: Creating a joint legislative task force to review the underground economy in the construction industry. Reported by Committee on Commerce & Labor

MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives Conway, Chairman; Wood, Vice Chairman; Condotta, Ranking Minority Member; Chandler, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Crouse; Green; Moeller and Williams.

Referred to Committee on Appropriations.

February 21, 2007

HB 2087 Prime Sponsor, Representative Fromhold: Regarding the certification and recertification of health care facilities. 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; Chandler; Cody; Conway; Darneille; Ericks; Fromhold; Grant; Haigh; Haler; Hinkle; Hunt; Hunter; Kagi; Kenney; Kessler; Kretz; Linville; McDermott; McDonald; McIntire; Morrell; Pettigrew; Schual-Berke; Seaquist; P. Sullivan and Walsh.

MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Representatives Buri and Dunn.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HB 2221 Prime Sponsor, Representative Pettigrew: Providing assistance for disadvantaged contractors. Reported by Committee on Community & Economic Development & Trade

Referred to Committee on Appropriations.

February 22, 2007

HB 2275 Prime Sponsor, Representative Kessler: Regarding funding of state parks. Reported by Committee on Agriculture & Natural Resources

MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives B. Sullivan, Chairman; Blake, Vice Chairman; Kretz, Ranking Minority Member; Warnick, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Eickmeyer; Grant; Hailey; Kagi; Lantz; McCoy; Newhouse; Orcutt; Strow and Van De Wege.

Referred to Committee on Appropriations.

February 22, 2007

HJM 4003 Prime Sponsor, Representative Chase: Requesting the abolition of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act. Reported by Committee on Agriculture & Natural Resources

MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives B. Sullivan, Chairman; Blake, Vice Chairman; Warnick, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Eickmeyer; Grant; Lantz; McCoy; Newhouse; Strow and Van De Wege.

MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Representatives Kretz, Ranking Minority Member; Hailey and Orcutt.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HJM 4005 Prime Sponsor, Representative Moeller: Requesting that Congress enact a universal health care system. Reported by Committee on Health Care & Wellness

MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives Cody, Chairman; Morrell, Vice Chairman; Barlow; Moeller; Pedersen; Schual-Berke and Seaquist.

MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Representatives Hinkle, Ranking Minority Member; Alexander, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Campbell and Condotta.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HJM 4006 Prime Sponsor, Representative Blake: Requesting the federal government consider ways to increase the amount of timber and fiber removed from federal land in Washington. Reported by Committee on Agriculture & Natural Resources

MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives B. Sullivan, Chairman; Blake, Vice Chairman; Kretz, Ranking Minority Member; Warnick, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Eickmeyer; Grant; Hailey; Kagi; Lantz; McCoy; Newhouse; Orcutt; Strow and Van De Wege.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HJM 4011 Prime Sponsor, Representative Kessler: Requesting federal legislation to preserve the use and access of pack and saddle stock animals on public lands. Reported by Committee on Agriculture & Natural Resources

MAJORITY recommendation: The substitute bill be substituted therefor and the substitute bill do pass. Signed by Representatives B. Sullivan, Chairman; Blake, Vice Chairman; Kretz, Ranking Minority Member; Warnick, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Eickmeyer; Grant; Hailey; Lantz; McCoy; Newhouse; Orcutt; Strow and Van De Wege.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HJM 4014 Prime Sponsor, Representative Morrell: Requesting that Congress amend the Tax Reform Act of 1954, Medicaid, and Medicare and grant authority on allocation of health care dollars. Reported by Committee on Health Care & Wellness

MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives Cody, Chairman; Morrell, Vice Chairman; Barlow; Campbell; Moeller; Pedersen; Schual-Berke and Seaquist.

MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Representatives Hinkle, Ranking Minority Member; Alexander, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Condotta.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HJM 4016 Prime Sponsor, Representative Seaquist: Requesting that Congress reauthorize the State Children's Health Insurance Program. Reported by Committee on Health Care & Wellness

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

HJR 4215 Prime Sponsor, Representative Kenney: Eliminating prohibitions on the investment of certain state moneys. Reported by Committee on Capital Budget

MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Representatives Hasegawa.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 21, 2007

HCR 4404 Prime Sponsor, Representative Kenney: Approving the 2006 update to the state comprehensive plan for workforce training. Reported by Committee on Higher Education

MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives Wallace, Chairman; Sells, Vice Chairman; Anderson, Ranking Minority Member; Buri, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Hasegawa; McIntire and Sommers.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 23, 2007

SSB 5089 Prime Sponsor, Representative Committee On Ways & Means: Conforming Washington's tax structure to the streamlined sales and use tax agreement. Reported by Committee on Finance

MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives Hunter, Chairman; Hasegawa, Vice Chairman; Condotta, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Conway; Ericks; McIntire and Santos.

MINORITY recommendation: Do not pass. Signed by Representatives Orcutt, Ranking Minority Member; Roach.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

February 22, 2007

SSB 5191 Prime Sponsor, Representative Committee On Judiciary: Modifying missing persons provisions. Reported by Committee on Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness

MAJORITY recommendation: 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.

There being no objection, the bills, memorials and resolutions listed on the day's committee reports sheet under the fifth order of business were referred to the committees so designated.

SECOND READING

HOUSE BILL NO. 1598, by Representatives Kretz, Ericks, Blake, Pettigrew, Armstrong, Warnick, Sump, Upthegrove, Newhouse, Kristiansen and Condotta

Requiring recipients of money from the salmon recovery funding board to agree to disclose information regarding the funding in compliance with chapter 42.56 RCW.

The bill was read the second time.

There being no objection, the rules were suspended, the second reading considered the third and the bill was placed on final passage.

Representatives Kretz and B. Sullivan spoke in favor of passage of the bill.

The Speaker (Representative Lovick presiding) stated the question before the House to be the final passage of House Bill No. 1598.

MOTIONS

On motion of Representative Santos, Representative Flannigan was excused. On motion of Representative Schindler, Representatives Crouse, DeBolt and Hankins were excused. Representative Campbell was excused.

ROLL CALL

The Clerk called the roll on the final passage of House Bill No. 1598 and the bill passed the House by the following vote: Yeas - 93, Nays - 0, Absent - 0, Excused - 5.

Voting yea: Representatives Ahern, Alexander, Anderson, Appleton, Armstrong, Bailey, Barlow, Blake, Buri, Chandler, Chase, Clibborn, Cody, Condotta, Conway, Curtis, Darneille, Dickerson, Dunn, Dunshee, Eddy, Eickmeyer, Ericks, Ericksen, Fromhold, Goodman, Grant, Green, Haigh, Hailey, Haler, Hasegawa, Hinkle, Hudgins, Hunt, Hunter, Hurst, Jarrett, Kagi, Kelley, Kenney, Kessler, Kirby, Kretz, Kristiansen, Lantz, Linville, Lovick, McCoy, McCune, McDermott, McDonald, McIntire, Miloscia, Moeller, Morrell, Morris, Newhouse, O'Brien, Orcutt, Ormsby, Pearson, Pedersen, Pettigrew, Priest, Quall, Roach, Roberts, Rodne, Rolfes, Ross, Santos, Schindler, Schual-Berke, Seaquist, Sells, Simpson, Skinner, Sommers, Springer, Strow, B. Sullivan, P. Sullivan, Sump, Takko, Upthegrove, Van De Wege, Wallace, Walsh, Warnick, Williams, Wood and Mr. Speaker - 93.

Excused: Representatives Campbell, Crouse, DeBolt, Flannigan and Hankins - 5.

HOUSE BILL NO. 1598, having received the necessary constitutional majority, was declared passed.

HOUSE BILL NO. 1680, by Representatives Hunter, Haler, P. Sullivan, Priest, Hurst, Conway, Schual-Berke, Haigh and Simpson; by request of LEOFF Plan 2 Retirement Board

Addressing transfers of service credit for emergency medical technicians under the law enforcement officers' and firefighters' retirement system plan 2.

The bill was read the second time.

There being no objection, the rules were suspended, the second reading considered the third and the bill was placed on final passage.

Representatives Hunter and Haler spoke in favor of passage of the bill.

The Speaker (Representative Lovick presiding) stated the question before the House to be the final passage of House Bill No. 1680.

ROLL CALL

The Clerk called the roll on the final passage of House Bill No. 1680 and the bill passed the House by the following vote: Yeas - 93, Nays - 0, Absent - 0, Excused - 5.

Excused: Representatives Campbell, Crouse, DeBolt, Flannigan and Hankins - 5.

HOUSE BILL NO. 1680, having received the necessary constitutional majority, was declared passed.

HOUSE BILL NO. 1682, by Representatives Dickerson, O'Brien, Roberts, Ormsby and Green; by request of Department of Social and Health Services

Increasing the length of confinement for a parole violation committed by certain juvenile sex offenders.

The bill was read the second time.

There being no objection, Substitute House Bill No. 1682 was substituted for House Bill No. 1682 and the substitute bill was placed on the second reading calendar.

SUBSTITUTE HOUSE BILL NO. 1682 was read the second time.

There being no objection, the rules were suspended, the second reading considered the third and the bill was placed on final passage.

Representatives Dickerson and Ahern spoke in favor of passage of the bill.

The Speaker (Representative Lovick presiding) stated the question before the House to be the final passage of Substitute House Bill No. 1682.

ROLL CALL

The Clerk called the roll on the final passage of Substitute House Bill No. 1682 and the bill passed the House by the following vote: Yeas - 93, Nays - 1, Absent - 0, Excused - 4.

Voting yea: Representatives Ahern, Alexander, Anderson, Appleton, Armstrong, Bailey, Barlow, Blake, Buri, Campbell, Chandler, Chase, Clibborn, Cody, Condotta, Conway, Curtis, Dickerson, Dunn, Dunshee, Eddy, Eickmeyer, Ericks, Ericksen, Fromhold, Goodman, Grant, Green, Haigh, Hailey, Haler, Hasegawa, Hinkle, Hudgins, Hunt, Hunter, Hurst, Jarrett, Kagi, Kelley, Kenney, Kessler, Kirby, Kretz, Kristiansen, Lantz, Linville, Lovick, McCoy, McCune, McDermott, McDonald, McIntire, Miloscia, Moeller, Morrell, Morris, Newhouse, O'Brien, Orcutt, Ormsby, Pearson, Pedersen, Pettigrew, Priest, Quall, Roach, Roberts, Rodne, Rolfes, Ross, Santos, Schindler, Schual-Berke, Seaquist, Sells, Simpson, Skinner, Sommers, Springer, Strow, B. Sullivan, P. Sullivan, Sump, Takko, Upthegrove, Van De Wege, Wallace, Walsh, Warnick, Williams, Wood and Mr. Speaker - 93.

Voting nay: Representative Darneille - 1.

Excused: Representatives Crouse, DeBolt, Flannigan and Hankins - 4.

SUBSTITUTE HOUSE BILL NO. 1682, having received the necessary constitutional majority, was declared passed.

STATEMENT FOR THE JOURNAL

I intended to vote YEA on SUBSTITUTE HOUSE BILL NO. 1682.

JEANNIE DARNEILLE, 27^th District

SECOND READING

HOUSE BILL NO. 1679, by Representatives Ericks, Hinkle, Conway, Buri, McDonald, Hurst, Haigh and Simpson; by request of LEOFF Plan 2 Retirement Board

Determining membership on the law enforcement officers' and firefighters' retirement system plan 2 board.

The bill was read the second time.

There being no objection, Substitute House Bill No. 1679 was substituted for House Bill No. 1679 and the substitute bill was placed on the second reading calendar.

SUBSTITUTE HOUSE BILL NO. 1679 was read the second time.

There being no objection, the rules were suspended, the second reading considered the third and the bill was placed on final passage.

Representatives Ericks and Hinkle spoke in favor of passage of the bill.

The Speaker (Representative Lovick presiding) stated the question before the House to be the final passage of Substitute House Bill No. 1679.

ROLL CALL

The Clerk called the roll on the final passage of Substitute House Bill No. 1679 and the bill passed the House by the following vote: Yeas - 94, Nays - 0, Absent - 0, Excused - 4.

Voting yea: Representatives Ahern, Alexander, Anderson, Appleton, Armstrong, Bailey, Barlow, Blake, Buri, Campbell, Chandler, Chase, Clibborn, Cody, Condotta, Conway, Curtis, Darneille, Dickerson, Dunn, Dunshee, Eddy, Eickmeyer, Ericks, Ericksen, Fromhold, Goodman, Grant, Green, Haigh, Hailey, Haler, Hasegawa, Hinkle, Hudgins, Hunt, Hunter, Hurst, Jarrett, Kagi, Kelley, Kenney, Kessler, Kirby, Kretz, Kristiansen, Lantz, Linville, Lovick, McCoy, McCune, McDermott, McDonald, McIntire, Miloscia, Moeller, Morrell, Morris, Newhouse, O'Brien, Orcutt, Ormsby, Pearson, Pedersen, Pettigrew, Priest, Quall, Roach, Roberts, Rodne, Rolfes, Ross, Santos, Schindler, Schual-Berke, Seaquist, Sells, Simpson, Skinner, Sommers, Springer, Strow, B. Sullivan, P. Sullivan, Sump, Takko, Upthegrove, Van De Wege, Wallace, Walsh, Warnick, Williams, Wood and Mr. Speaker - 94.

Excused: Representatives Crouse, DeBolt, Flannigan and Hankins - 4.

SUBSTITUTE HOUSE BILL NO. 1679, having received the necessary constitutional majority, was declared passed.

RESOLUTION

HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 2007-4627, by Representatives Hudgins, Pedersen, Dickerson, McDermott, Miloscia, O'Brien, Priest and Sommers

WHEREAS, The Northwest Boychoir is comprised of approximately 150 boys ages 6 to 13 from 17 cities, 3 counties, and 80 public and private schools in the Puget Sound region; and

WHEREAS, The Northwest Boychoir has been designated as Washington State's official Singing Ambassadors by Governors Gregoire, Locke, Lowry, Spellman, and Gardner; and

WHEREAS, The Northwest Boychoir is the official boychoir for the Seattle Symphony and Seattle Opera, and performs with Orchestra Seattle, the Seattle Philharmonic, the Seattle Chamber Players, and Seattle Choral Company; and

WHEREAS, The Northwest Boychoir has performed for the Mariners, the Sonics, the Sounders, the Boeing Museum of Flight, and scores of schools, retirement homes, and community events across Washington State; and

WHEREAS, The Northwest Boychoir has traveled the world, putting a song in the hearts of people from Westminster Abbey to National Cathedral in Washington, D.C.; and

WHEREAS, The Northwest Boychoir was invited to sing with New York Metropolitan Opera tenor Carl Tanner on his nationally released Christmas CD in 2006; and

WHEREAS, The Northwest Boychoir collaborated with Music of Remembrance on the production of the United States premier of the children's opera Brundibar which was performed by children in the Terazin concentration camp during World War II, followed by a studio recording of the work, which was released nationally in 2006; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Joseph Crnko, now in his 23rd year as Music Director, and the staff of professional musicians and educators of the Northwest Boychoir are engaged in teaching a rigorous curriculum of music theory, voice production, sight singing, and performance skills, as well as the development of high standards and artistic excellence; and

WHEREAS, The Northwest Boychoir is regarded as one of the nation's premier boychoirs, due to their musical sophistication, rich tonal quality, dedication to exacting perfection, and extensive performance schedule; and

WHEREAS, The Northwest Boychoir has, for 35 years, trained thousands of young singers, and positively shaped lives of the region's youth by teaching important lessons in personal commitment, the value of teamwork, and diligence;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives hereby recognize the talented young men of the Northwest Boychoir, who faithfully rehearse many hours each week for the love of singing and the pursuit of musical excellence, and musically express the vitality and quality of life unique to the Pacific Northwest; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives to the Northwest Boychoir.

Representative Hudgins moved the adoption of the resolution.

Representative Hudgins spoke in favor of the adoption of the resolution.

HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 4627 was adopted.

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 27, 2007, the 51st Day of the Regular Session.

FRANK CHOPP, Speaker

RICHARD NAFZIGER, Chief Clerk