NOON SESSION
Senate Chamber, Olympia, Monday, March 30, 2015
The Senate was called to order at 12:00 o’clock noon by the President Pro Tempore, Senator Roach presiding. No roll call was taken.
MOTION
On motion of Senator Fain, 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
March 27, 2015
SHB 1089 Prime Sponsor, Committee on State Government: Adding adherence to state wage payment laws to the state's responsible bidder criteria. Reported by Committee on Commerce & Labor
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Braun, Vice Chair; Hasegawa, Ranking Minority Member; Conway; Keiser; King and Warnick.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 27, 2015
EHB 1091 Prime Sponsor, Representative Van De Wege: Concerning the unauthorized interference of ticket sales over the internet. Reported by Committee on Commerce & Labor
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators Braun, Vice Chair; Hasegawa, Ranking Minority Member; Conway; Keiser; King and Warnick.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 27, 2015
HB 1124 Prime Sponsor, Representative Takko: Permitting the sampling of beer and wine at locations licensed to serve beer and wine for on-premises consumption. Reported by Committee on Commerce & Labor
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators Braun, Vice Chair; Hasegawa, Ranking Minority Member; Conway; Keiser; King and Warnick.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 27, 2015
HB 1342 Prime Sponsor, Representative Bergquist: Permitting the sale of cider in microbrewery tasting rooms. Reported by Committee on Commerce & Labor
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Braun, Vice Chair; Hasegawa, Ranking Minority Member; Conway; Keiser; King and Warnick.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 27, 2015
EHB 1422 Prime Sponsor, Representative Scott: Concerning misrepresentation of a floral product business's geographic location. (REVISED FOR ENGROSSED: Concerning misrepresentation of a floral product business's geographic location and advertising requirements for floral product businesses.) Reported by Committee on Commerce & Labor
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators Braun, Vice Chair; Hasegawa, Ranking Minority Member; Conway; Keiser; King and Warnick.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 27, 2015
HB 1595 Prime Sponsor, Representative Senn: Changing the definition of labor hours for the purposes of the apprenticeship utilization statute. Reported by Committee on Commerce & Labor
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Braun, Vice Chair; Hasegawa, Ranking Minority Member; Conway; Keiser; King and Warnick.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 27, 2015
SHB 1604 Prime Sponsor, Committee on Labor: Creating a work group on occupational disease exposure for firefighters. Reported by Committee on Commerce & Labor
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Braun, Vice Chair; Hasegawa, Ranking Minority Member; Conway; Keiser; King and Warnick.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 27, 2015
SHB 1749 Prime Sponsor, Committee on Labor: Concerning contractor registration requirements for owners of property. Reported by Committee on Commerce & Labor
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass. Signed by Senators Braun, Vice Chair; Hasegawa, Ranking Minority Member; Conway; Keiser; King and Warnick.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
March 27, 2015
E2SHB 1807 Prime Sponsor, Committee on Appropriations: Assisting small businesses licensed to sell spirits in Washington state. Reported by Committee on Commerce & Labor
MAJORITY recommendation: Do pass as amended. Signed by Senators Braun, Vice Chair; Hasegawa, Ranking Minority Member; Conway; Keiser; King and Warnick.
Passed to Committee on Rules for second reading.
MOTION
On motion of Senator Fain, all measures listed on the Standing Committee report were referred to the committees as designated.
MOTION
On motion of Senator Fain, the Senate advanced to the fifth order of business.
INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING
SB 6087 by Senators Hobbs, Mullet and Chase
AN ACT Relating to increasing the minimum hourly wage; amending RCW 49.46.020 and 49.46.120; adding new sections to chapter 49.46 RCW; and providing an effective date.
Referred to Committee on Commerce & Labor.
MOTION
On motion of Senator Fain, the measure listed on the Introduction and First Reading report was referred to the committee as designated.
MOTION
On motion of Senator Fain, the Senate advanced to the eighth order of business.
MOTION
Senator Fain moved adoption of the following resolution:
SENATE RESOLUTION
8651
By Senator Fain
WHEREAS, Kent Pride works to create awareness and diversity in the Kent Valley; and
WHEREAS, Through Kent Pride, a unique group of community members work to achieve a common goal in order to increase open-mindedness and acceptance; and
WHEREAS, Kent Pride promotes the value of equality for all in a positive atmosphere at the Kent Pride Parade; and
WHEREAS, Kent Pride adds a unique dimension to the culture and vision of Kent; and
WHEREAS, The vision of Kent Pride maintains long-term goals of unity and expression within the City of Kent; and
WHEREAS, Kent Pride highlights the contributions of a distinctive group to the community in a welcoming and expressive manner; and
WHEREAS, Kent's residents and their diversity have played an influential role in helping to create a multifaceted community that makes Kent a dynamic place to live;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Senate recognize Kent Pride for their commitment to increasing awareness and community involvement in the Kent Valley.
The President Pro Tempore declared the question before the Senate to be the adoption of Senate Resolution No. 8651.
The motion by Senator Fain carried and the resolution was adopted by voice vote.
MOTION
Senator Rolfes moved adoption of the following resolution:
SENATE RESOLUTION
8649
By Senators Kohl-Welles, Pedersen, Fraser, Billig, Parlette, Padden, Hewitt, Becker, Hill, Keiser, Hatfield, Hasegawa, Conway, Ericksen, Pearson, Dammeier, Frockt, O'Ban, Warnick, Brown, Nelson, Braun, Dansel, Rolfes, Liias, Jayapal, and Roach
WHEREAS, People of all ethnic and cultural heritage live in Washington State, sharing their traditions, histories, and cultures with the citizens of our state; and
WHEREAS, The State of Washington recognizes the great cultural contributions made by the many generations and individuals of Norwegian descent residing in our state, particularly in Ballard; and
WHEREAS, Since 1889, the greater Seattle area and beyond have joined in celebrating Norway's Constitution Day on the 17th of May by hosting a 17th of May, or "Syttende Mai," Festival and parade in Ballard to honor the day in 1814 when Norway declared its independence by signing its constitution, making this the 126th anniversary of the Festival; and
WHEREAS, The Ballard 17th of May parade is one of the largest ethnic parades in the United States, and the largest 17th of May parade outside of Oslo, Norway; and
WHEREAS, On the 17th of May the Ballard community will join together to participate in a wide range of cultural festivities and events in celebration of all that is Norwegian;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Washington State Senate honor Norway's Constitution Day, May 17, 2015, and encourage all citizens of Washington State to join in celebrating the culture and heritage of Norway.
Senator Rolfes spoke in favor of adoption of the resolution.
The President Pro Tempore declared the question before the Senate to be the adoption of Senate Resolution No. 8649.
The motion by Senator Rolfes carried and the resolution was adopted by voice vote.
MOTION
At 12:05 p.m., on motion of Senator Fain, the Senate adjourned until 11:00 o’clock a.m. Tuesday, March 31, 2015.
BRAD OWEN, President of the Senate
HUNTER G. GOODMAN, Secretary of the Senate
1089-S
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1091-E
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1124
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1342
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1595
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6087
Introduction & 1st Reading..................................................... 2
8649
Adopted.................................................................................. 2
Introduced.............................................................................. 2
8651
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Introduced.............................................................................. 2