The House was called to order at 9:55 a.m. by the Speaker (Representative Morris presiding).

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

RESOLUTIONS

HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 4674, by Representatives Angel, White, Orwall, Rolfes, Kenney, Ormsby, Warnick, Kessler, Sells, Appleton, Finn, Carlyle, Dammeier, Hinkle, Seaquist, Goodman, and Roberts

WHEREAS, Traumatic brain injury is a serious national public health epidemic that, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, strikes an estimated 1.4 million; and

WHEREAS, Annually, traumatic brain injury claims more than 50,000 lives and leaves more than 80,000 individuals with lifelong disabilities; and

WHEREAS, Traumatic brain injury ranks as the leading cause of death and disability in children and young adults; and

WHEREAS, The Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center reports that traumatic brain injury is the "signature injury" for troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, with more than two-thirds of blast-injured veterans identified as having a brain injury; and

WHEREAS, Prevention is the only known cure; and

WHEREAS, In partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Health Resources and Services Administration and the Defense Brain and Spinal Cord Association of Washington strive to increase brain injury awareness, thus making prevention and safety measures part of the American culture in an effort to decrease the number of brain injuries;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives recognize and honor the efforts of the Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Health Resources and Services Administration, Defense Brain and Spinal Cord Association of Washington, and all organizations and individuals to increase brain injury awareness, decrease the number of brain injuries, and assist in various ways those who suffer brain injuries, and urge all citizens to educate themselves and take the necessary precautions to ensure their own safety and that of their loved ones.

The Speaker (Representative Morris presiding) stated the question before the House to be adoption of House Resolution No. 4674.

HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 4674 was adopted.

HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 4680, by Representative Kessler

WHEREAS, The 4-H Youth Development Program of Washington State University Extension has assisted the young people in Washington develop essential "life skills" since it was established in 1902; and

WHEREAS, The program centers on teaching young people to become productive members of society by fostering citizenship, science, math, and technology literacy, health and wellness, communication, and decision-making skills; and

WHEREAS, Over 75,000 young people and 10,000 adult volunteers throughout Washington participated in 4-H Youth Development Programs in 2009; and

WHEREAS, These programs helped participants learn about a wide variety of subjects including science, family living, applied arts, and government activism; and

WHEREAS, These programs work with traditional community clubs and reach youth through urban groups, special interest groups, nutrition programs, after-school programs, camping, and interagency learning experiences; and

WHEREAS, More than 300 4-H members from around the state are currently visiting the State Capitol as part of an annual statewide educational program called "4-H Know Your Government"; and

WHEREAS, The 4-H Know Your Government program focused this year on lobbying and how it impacts the legislative process and affects our views of democracy; and

WHEREAS, 4-H will continue its dedication to empower young people to become active global citizens and realize the value, significance, and responsibility of taking part in local, regional, state, national, and international community issues;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the members of the House of Representatives recognize the 4-H Youth Development Program for its many contributions to the youth of Washington and the betterment of our communities; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives to Pat Boyes, the State 4-H Director for the Washington State University Extension 4-H Youth Development Program.

The Speaker (Representative Morris presiding) stated the question before the House to be adoption of House Resolution No. 4680.

HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 4680 was adopted.

INTRODUCTIONS AND FIRST READING

HB 3175 by Representative Darneille

AN ACT Relating to transferring the office of minority and women's business enterprises into the department of commerce; amending RCW 39.19.020, 39.19.030, 39.19.041, 39.19.060, 39.19.250, 42.17.2401, and 43.63A.690; creating a new section; repealing RCW 41.06.082; and providing an effective date.

Referred to Committee on General Government Appropriations.

HB 3176 by Representatives Hunter, Hasegawa, Ericks, Conway, Springer, Hunt, Darneille, Williams, Upthegrove, White, Roberts, Appleton, Nelson, Carlyle and Ormsby

AN ACT Relating to increasing state revenues to preserve funding for education, public safety, health care, and safety net services for elderly, disabled, and vulnerable people by preventing abusive tax avoidance transactions, narrowing or eliminating certain tax preferences, and providing equitable tax treatment; amending RCW 82.04.220, 82.04.2907, 82.04.460, 82.32.090, 82.12.020, 82.45.033, 82.45.070, 82.45.080, 82.45.100, 82.45.220, 43.07.390, 82.04.4292, 82.04.423, 82.04.4266, 82.04.250, 82.04.250, 82.04.298, 82.04.334, 82.04.4463, 82.08.806, 82.32.545, 82.32.550, 82.32.630, 82.32.632, 82.45.195, 35.102.150, 48.14.080, 82.48.010, 82.48.020, 82.48.030, 82.48.070, 82.48.080, 82.48.110, 82.16.050, 82.12.0254, 82.45.010, 82.45.080, and 82.32.145; reenacting and amending RCW 82.04.260, 82.04.261, 82.04.440, 82.04.360, and 82.45.010; adding new sections to chapter 82.04 RCW; adding new sections to chapter 82.32 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 82.08 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 82.12 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 82.48 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 82.16 RCW; creating new sections; repealing RCW 82.08.0273, 82.04.062, 82.08.890, 82.12.890, and 82.04.44525; providing effective dates; providing an expiration date; and declaring an emergency.

Referred to Committee on Finance.

SSB 5295 by Senate Committee on Government Operations & Elections (originally sponsored by Senators Kline, Oemig, Rockefeller, Holmquist, King, Hatfield and Hobbs)

AN ACT Relating to the unanimous recommendations of the public records exemptions accountability committee; amending RCW 70.05.170, 42.56.380, 41.04.362, 28C.18.020, 79A.25.150, 42.56.330, and 42.56.250; reenacting and amending RCW 42.56.360; adding a new section to chapter 42.56 RCW; and repealing RCW 41.04.364.

Referred to Committee on State Government & Tribal Affairs.

SB 6196 by Senators Hobbs, Hewitt, Pridemore, Shin, Roach, Kilmer, Franklin, Swecker, Fairley, King, Benton, Keiser, Rockefeller, Tom, Kohl-Welles, Kline and Kauffman

AN ACT Relating to military leave for public employees; and amending RCW 38.40.060.

Referred to Committee on State Government & Tribal Affairs.

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

There being no objection, the House advanced to the eighth order of business.

There being no objection, the Committee on Financial Institutions & Insurance was relieved of HOUSE BILL NO. 1684, and the bill was referred to the Committee on Rules.

There being no objection, the House advanced to the eleventh order of business.

There being no objection, the House adjourned until 10:00 a.m., February 5, 2010, the 26th Day of the Regular Session.

FRANK CHOPP, Speaker

BARBARA BAKER, Chief Clerk

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3175

Introduction & 1st Reading............................................................................................................................................................................ 1

3176

4674 Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness

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Adopted......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 1

4680 Recognizing 4-H Youth Development Programs

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