The House was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by the Speaker (Representative Moeller 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 Molly Sullivan and Josh Gonzalez. The Speaker (Representative Moeller presiding) led the Chamber in the Pledge of Allegiance. The prayer was offered by Reverend Greg Asimakoupoulos, Evangelical Covenant Church, Mercer Island, Washington.

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

RESOLUTIONS

HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 2013-4627, by Representatives Chopp, DeBolt, Alexander, Angel, Appleton, Bergquist, Blake, Buys, Carlyle, Chandler, Clibborn, Cody, Condotta, Crouse, Dahlquist, Dunshee, Fagan, Farrell, Fey, Fitzgibbon, Freeman, Goodman, Green, Habib, Haigh, Haler, Hansen, Hargrove, Harris, Hawkins, Hayes, Holy, Hope, Hudgins, Hunt, Hunter, Hurst, Jinkins, Johnson, Kagi, Kirby, Klippert, Kochmar, Kretz, Kristiansen, Liias, Lytton, MacEwen, Magendanz, Manweller, Maxwell, McCoy, Moeller, Morrell, Morris, Moscoso, Nealey, O'Ban, Orcutt, Ormsby, Orwall, Overstreet, Parker, Pedersen, Pettigrew, Pike, Pollet, Reykdal, Riccelli, Roberts, Rodne, Ross, Ryu, Santos, Sawyer, Schmick, Scott, Seaquist, Sells, Shea, Short, Smith, Springer, Stanford, Stonier, Sullivan, Takko, Tarleton, Taylor, Tharinger, Upthegrove, Van De Wege, Vick, Walsh, Warnick, Wilcox, Wylie, and Zeiger

WHEREAS, The State of Washington has a long history of agricultural sustainability and the production of many highly valued crops; and

WHEREAS, Washington is home to a forty-six billion dollar food and agriculture industry that has played a significant role in creating one hundred sixty thousand jobs and currently stands at over thirteen percent of the state's economy; and

WHEREAS, Washington agriculture maintains a strong national and global trade presence and is a national leader in exporting highly sought products to the world's largest foreign markets; and

WHEREAS, The agricultural industry has demonstrated its continuous dedication to domestic trade and local development by providing its abundant products to wholesale and retail markets around the country while also sustaining strong community markets and working to provide nutritious food to assist Washington's most vulnerable citizens; and

WHEREAS, The food processing industry is a vital component of agriculture and works in tandem with farmers to extend the shelf life of Washington's food and ensure that domestic and international consumers receive attractive, marketable, and safe food products from the state's agricultural industry; and

WHEREAS, High-quality agricultural research has provided leadership in discovering and applying knowledge that contributes to a safe and abundant food, fiber, and energy supply while enhancing the sustainability of agricultural and natural resource systems; and

WHEREAS, The importance of a positive governmental relationship with the agricultural community was recognized from Washington's earliest days as a territory, with agricultural laws passed during the Territorial Assembly's first session in 1854; and

WHEREAS, In 1913, the Department of Agriculture was created to implement laws and regulations and facilitate the growth of the agricultural industry in Washington State; and

WHEREAS, After a century, the Department of Agriculture continues to be relevant in response to the changing needs of the state and the agricultural community by including responsibilities that provide solutions to modern day industry challenges and embracing continuous quality improvement principles and respect for people in order that the citizens and agricultural industry across the state receive a high return on their investment;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the members of the Washington State House of Representatives hereby recognize and commend the partnership between the agricultural industry and the Department of Agriculture and their collective commitment to ensure the health and safety of Washington's citizens, crops, livestock, and environment; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the members of the House of Representatives acknowledge the extraordinary history and heritage of the Department of Agriculture and join it in celebrating its one hundredth anniversary on June 10, 2013, which honors the Department and the agricultural community for their service to the state's citizens, economy, and environment.

The Speaker (Representative Moeller presiding) stated the question before the House to be adoption of House Resolution No. 4627.

HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 4627 was adopted.

HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 2013-4636, by Representatives Jinkins, Short, Kretz, Cody, Kagi, and Morrell

WHEREAS, Mary C. Selecky began her distinguished public health career as the Administrator of the Northeast Tri-County Health District in Colville, Washington, a post Mary held for 20 years; and

WHEREAS, While working at the local level, Mary served as president of the Washington State Association of Local Public Health Officials; and

WHEREAS, In 1989, Mary played a foundational role in the formation of the Washington State Department of Health; and

WHEREAS, Mary served as Secretary of the Department of Health for nearly 15 years, serving three Governors, and was instrumental in developing Washington's nationally recognized Public Health Improvement Partnership; and

WHEREAS, Building on her success at the local and state levels, Mary has proved an influential leader at the federal level as well, serving two terms as the president of the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials and receiving the 2010 American Medical Association's Nathan Davis Award for Outstanding Government Service; and

WHEREAS, Recently, as a result of Mary's leadership, the Washington State Department of Health is one of the first two state health departments in the nation to achieve national accreditation status; and

WHEREAS, Mary is recognized and appreciated by her staff, colleagues, local officials, legislators, and friends, regardless of their political affiliation, philosophical persuasion, or policy position, as a passionate, trusted, witty, and thoughtful champion of public health; and

WHEREAS, This year Mary will retire from her role as Secretary, leaving a professional legacy of higher state immunization rates, improved patient safety, a state agency that is trusted and credible, and one of the strongest local-state public health relationships in the nation;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Washington State House of Representatives honor Mary C. Selecky for her unwavering dedication to improving the health and safety of the people of Washington State and for the outstanding example and high standard she has set for those who will serve after her; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be transmitted by the Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives to the esteemed Mary C. Selecky.

The Speaker (Representative Moeller presiding) stated the question before the House to be adoption of House Resolution No. 4636.

HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 4636 was adopted.

MESSAGES FROM THE SENATE

March 26, 2013

MR. SPEAKER: The President has signed ENGROSSED SECOND SUBSTITUTE SENATE BILL NO. 5802 and the same is herewith transmitted.

Hunter G. Goodman, Secretary

March 26, 2013

MR. SPEAKER:

The President has signed:

HOUSE BILL NO. 1319

HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 4404

and the same are herewith transmitted.

Hunter G. Goodman, Secretary

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

REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES

March 26, 20130)

SB 5056 Prime Sponsor, Senator Honeyford: Allowing a person to apply for a work permit for the employment of minors without completing a new master application under certain circumstances. Reported by Committee on Labor & Workforce Development

MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives Sells, Chair; Manweller, Ranking Minority Member; Condotta, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Green; Holy; Moeller; Ormsby and Short.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

March 25, 20130)

SB 5220 Prime Sponsor, Senator Conway: Addressing membership on city disability boards. Reported by Committee on Appropriations

MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended.

Strike everything after the enacting clause and insert the following:

"Sec. 1. RCW 41.26.110 and 2005 c 66 s 1 are each amended to read as follows:

(1) All claims for disability shall be acted upon and either approved or disapproved by either type of disability board authorized to be created in this section.

(a) Each city having a population of twenty thousand or more shall establish a disability board having jurisdiction over all members employed by those cities and composed of the following five members: Two members of the city legislative body to be appointed by the mayor; one active or retired firefighter employed by or retired from the city to be elected by the firefighters employed by or retired from the city who are subject to the jurisdiction of the board; one active or retired law enforcement officer employed by or retired from the city to be elected by the law enforcement officers employed by or retired from the city who are subject to the jurisdiction of the board; and one member from the public at large who resides within the city to be appointed by the other four members designated in this subsection. Only those active or retired firefighters and law enforcement officers who are subject to the jurisdiction of the board have the right to elect under this section. All firefighters and law enforcement officers employed by or retired from the city are eligible for election. Each of the elected members shall serve a two year term. If there are either no firefighters or law enforcement officers under the jurisdiction of the board eligible to vote, a second eligible employee representative shall be elected by the law enforcement officers or firefighters eligible to vote. The members appointed pursuant to this subsection shall serve for two year terms: PROVIDED, That cities of the first class only, shall retain existing ((~~firemen's~~)) firefighters' pension boards established pursuant to RCW 41.16.020 and existing boards of trustees of the relief and pension fund of the police department as established pursuant to RCW 41.20.010 which such boards shall have authority to act upon and approve or disapprove claims for disability by firefighters or law enforcement officers as provided under the Washington law enforcement officers' and firefighters' retirement system act.

(b) Each county shall establish a disability board having jurisdiction over all members employed by or retired from an employer within the county and not employed by a city in which a disability board is established. The county disability board so created shall be composed of five members to be chosen as follows: One member of the legislative body of the county to be appointed by the county legislative body; one member of a city or town legislative body located within the county which does not contain a city disability board established pursuant to ((~~subsection (1)~~))(a) of this subsection to be chosen by a majority of the mayors of such cities and towns within the county which does not contain a city disability board; one active firefighter or retired firefighter employed by or retired from an employer within the county to be elected by the firefighters employed or retired from an employer within the county who are not employed by or retired from a city in which a disability board is established and who are subject to the jurisdiction of that board; one law enforcement officer or retired law enforcement officer employed by or retired from an employer within the county to be elected by the law enforcement officers employed in or retired from an employer within the county who are not employed by or retired from a city in which a disability board is established and who are subject to the jurisdiction of that board; and one member from the public at large who resides within the county but does not reside within a city in which a city disability board is established, to be appointed by the other four members designated in this subsection. However, in counties with a population less than sixty thousand, the member of the disability board appointed by a majority of the mayors of the cities and towns within the county that do not contain a city disability board must be a resident of one of the cities and towns but need not be a member of a city or town legislative body. Only those active or retired firefighters and law enforcement officers who are subject to the jurisdiction of the board have the right to elect under this section. All firefighters and law enforcement officers employed by or retired from an employer within the county who are not employed by or retired from a city in which a disability board is established are eligible for election. All members appointed or elected pursuant to this subsection shall serve for two year terms. If there are no firefighters under the jurisdiction of the board eligible to vote, a second eligible employee representative shall be elected by the law enforcement officers eligible to vote. If there are no law enforcement officers under the jurisdiction of the board eligible to vote, a second eligible representative shall be elected by the firefighters eligible to vote.

(2) The members of both the county and city disability boards shall not receive compensation for their service upon the boards but the members shall be reimbursed by their respective county or city for all expenses incidental to such service as to the amount authorized by law.

(3) The disability boards authorized for establishment by this section shall perform all functions, exercise all powers, and make all such determinations as specified in this chapter."

Correct the title.

Signed by Representatives Hunter, Chair; Ormsby, Vice Chair; Alexander, Ranking Minority Member; Chandler, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Wilcox, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Buys; Cody; Dahlquist; Dunshee; Fagan; Green; Haigh; Haler; Harris; Hudgins; Hunt; Jinkins; Kagi; Maxwell; Morrell; Parker; Pedersen; Pettigrew; Pike; Ross; Schmick; Seaquist; Springer; Sullivan and Taylor.

Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.

March 26, 20130)

SSB 5754 Prime Sponsor, Committee on Ways & Means: Concerning integrated career learning opportunities and employment training for at-risk youth. Reported by Committee on Labor & Workforce Development

MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Representatives Sells, Chair; Manweller, Ranking Minority Member; Condotta, Assistant Ranking Minority Member; Green; Holy; Moeller; Ormsby and Short.

Referred to Committee on Appropriations.

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

The Speaker assumed the chair.

SIGNED BY THE SPEAKER

The Speaker signed ENGROSSED SECOND SUBSTITUTE SENATE BILL NO. 5802.

The Speaker called upon Representative Moeller to preside.

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., March 28, 2013, the 74th Day of the Regular Session.

FRANK CHOPP, Speaker

BARBARA BAKER, Chief Clerk