Legislature(2003 - 2004)
2003-02-19 House Journal
Full Journal pdf2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0235 HOUSE JOURNAL ALASKA STATE LEGISLATURE TWENTY-THIRD LEGISLATURE -- FIRST SESSION Juneau, Alaska Wednesday February 19, 2003 Thirtieth Day Pursuant to adjournment the House was called to order by Speaker Kott at 10:07 a.m. Roll call showed 37 members present. Representatives Heinze and Stevens had been previously excused from a call of the House today. Representative Coghill moved and asked unanimous consent that Representative Masek be excused from a call of the House today. There being no objection, it was so ordered. The invocation was offered by the Chaplain, Bishop Ron Martinson of the Alaska Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Representative Fate moved and asked unanimous consent that the invocation be spread on the journal. There being no objection, it was so ordered. I invite you to join with me in prayer. Good and gracious God, We come before You in prayer this morning asking for Your blessing to rest upon all of us as we seek to carry out the responsibilities of our elected offices or the duties of our position. May each of us find sufficient satisfaction through what we do to continue serving with a sense of fulfillment. 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0236 In this world where war seems so near we dare to ask for peace -- peace for ourselves, our state, our nation, and our world. Give to the leaders of all nations the desire for peace, the wisdom to seek the ways of peace, and the resolve to bring about a just peace for all people. Help us not to give up on the possibility of peace even as words of war flow from our newspapers and television sets. Let peace come, O Lord, and let it begin with us. In a world where poverty touches so many we would ask that we may have minds that are set on solutions for the poor, hearts that flow with generosity to aid the poor, and backs that are willing to bear the burdens of the poor. We ask that You would be with the poor of our communities, state, nation, and world that they might not be overlooked or forgotten, but that we might do our best to be just and humane in all our dealings and decisions which deal with the poor, the homeless, the hungry, and the powerless. Give us the courage to do what is right, just, and fair even though it may not be popular or politically correct. For I ask this through the Name of the one whom I serve, Jesus Christ. Amen. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Representative Gruenberg. CERTIFICATION OF THE JOURNAL Representative Coghill moved and asked unanimous consent that the journal for the 29th legislative day be approved as certified by the Chief Clerk. There being no objection, it was so ordered. 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0237 MESSAGES FROM THE GOVERNOR A letter dated February 19, 2003, was read stating that, in accordance with Article III, section 25 of the Alaska Constitution, the Governor submits the following names for legislative confirmation of appointment to the positions set out below. The following appointments were referred to the State Affairs Committee: Commissioner - Department of Administration Mike Miller Appointed: 02/01/2003 Commissioner - Department of Public Safety Bill Tandeske Appointed: 02/03/2003 The following appointment was referred to the Transportation Committee: Commissioner - Department of Transportation and Public Facilities Mike Barton Appointed: 02/18/2003 The letter further stated that, in accordance with AS 39.05.080, the Governor submits the following names for legislative confirmation of appointment to the boards and commissions set out below. The following appointment was referred to the Finance Committee: Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority Board of Trustees John F. Malone - Bethel Appointed: 03/03/1995 Reappointed: 07/18/2002 Term Expires: 03/01/2007 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0238 The following appointments were referred to the Health, Education & Social Services Committee: Board of Education and Early Development Esther Cox - Anchorage Appointed: 02/13/2003 Term Expires: 03/01/2005 Patsy DeWitt - Juneau Appointed: 02/13/2003 Term Expires: 03/01/2007 Professional Teaching Practices Commission Craig Baker - Kodiak Appointed: 02/19/2003 Term Expires: 03/01/2005 Vivian L. Dailey - Fairbanks Appointed: 02/19/2003 Term Expires: 03/01/2005 Kimberly Jockusch - Anchorage Appointed: 02/19/2003 Term Expires: 03/01/2004 Lawrence Lee Oldaker - Auke Bay Appointed: 01/28/2000 Reappointed: 11/26/2002 Term Expires: 03/01/2005 The following appointments were referred to the Judiciary Committee: Judicial Council Bill Gordon - Fairbanks Appointed: 05/18/2003 Term Expires: 05/18/2009 Violent Crimes Compensation Board LeRoy Barker - Anchorage Appointed: 02/19/2003 Term Expires: 03/01/2005 Gerad G. Godfrey - Valdez Appointed: 02/19/2003 Term Expires: 03/01/2004 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0239 The following appointments were referred to the Labor & Commerce Committee: Alaska State Board of Public Accountancy Dan F. Kennedy - Wasilla Appointed: 04/25/2003 Term Expires: 04/25/2007 Laura Welles - Kenai Appointed: 04/25/2003 Term Expires: 04/25/2007 Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Michael W. Gordon - Anchorage Appointed: 02/19/2003 Term Expires: 03/01/2005 State Board of Registration for Architects, Engineers, and Land Surveyors Robert E. Gilfilian - Anchorage Appointed: 03/01/2003 Term Expires: 06/30/2006 Kimberly Mills - Homer Appointed: 02/12/2003 Term Expires: 06/30/2006 Board of Barbers and Hairdressers Diana L. Straub - Wasilla Appointed: 02/19/2003 Term Expires: 03/01/2006 Board of Chiropractic Examiners Sean C. Siegel - Anchorage Appointed: 11/16/1998 Reappointed: 08/12/2002 Term Expires: 03/01/2006 Board of Dental Examiners Dr. David L. Eichler - North Pole Appointed: 03/01/2003 Term Expires: 03/01/2007 Dr. Robert E. Warren - Anchorage Appointed: 03/01/2003 Term Expires: 03/01/2007 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0240 Board of Dispensing Opticians Roberta Rawcliffe - Wasilla Appointed: 02/19/1999 Reappointed: 07/18/2002 Term Expires: 06/14/2006 Board of Marine Pilots Captain David A. Anderson - Ketchikan Appointed: 07/18/2002 Term Expires: 03/01/2005 Robert J. Arts - Anchorage Appointed: 10/31/2002 Term Expires: 03/01/2004 Les Cronk - Ketchikan Appointed: 10/31/2002 Term Expires: 03/01/2006 State Medical Board Dr. G. Bert Flaming - Glennallen Appointed: 02/12/2003 Term Expires: 01/12/2004 Debra I. Joslin - Delta Junction Appointed: 02/12/2003 Term Expires: 03/01/2005 Dr. John Troxel - Anchorage Appointed: 02/12/2003 Term Expires: 04/21/2006 Board of Certified Direct-Entry Midwives Mila Cosgrove - Juneau Appointed: 11/20/2002 Term Expires: 03/01/2006 Board of Examiners in Optometry Thomas N. Carter - Fairbanks Appointed: 12/11/1998 Reappointed: 07/18/2002 Term Expires: 03/01/2006 Dr. John C. Cobbett - North Pole Appointed: 09/11/1998 Reappointed: 07/18/2002 Term Expires: 03/01/2006 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0241 State Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Board Mary Ann Paul - Eagle River Appointed: 11/22/2002 Term Expires: 09/01/2006 Board of Professional Counselors Stephanie I. Friese - Anchorage Appointed: 02/19/2003 Term Expires: 03/01/2006 Anne L. Henry - Juneau Appointed: 11/16/1998 Reappointed: 08/28/2002 Term Expires: 03/01/2006 Board of Certified Real Estate Appraisers Steve MacSwain - Anchorage Appointed: 02/19/2003 Term Expires: 06/30/2006 Board of Veterinary Examiners Dr. Timothy L. Bowser - Soldotna Appointed: 02/19/2003 Term Expires: 03/01/2004 Dr. James L. Morris - Wasilla Appointed: 01/02/1997 Reappointed: 11/26/2002 Term Expires: 03/01/2004 Workers Compensation Board Sally Ann Carey - Anchorage Appointed: 10/31/2002 Term Expires: 03/01/2005 Curtis Hall - Anchorage Appointed: 03/01/2003 Term Expires: 03/01/2005 Royce R. Rock - Anchorage Appointed: 02/19/2003 Term Expires: 03/01/2005 Dale R. Walaszek - Kasilof Appointed: 03/01/2003 Term Expires: 03/01/2006 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0242 The following appointments were referred to the Resources Committee: Oil and Gas Conservation Commission Sarah H. Palin - Wasilla Appointed: 02/19/2003 Term Expires: 12/31/2008 Randy Ruedrich - Anchorage Appointed: 02/19/2003 Term Expires: 12/31/2006 The following appointments were referred to the State Affairs Committee: State Commission for Human Rights Lester Lunceford - Whittier Appointed: 02/19/2003 Term Expires: 03/01/2005 Grace Merkes - Sterling Appointed: 02/19/2003 Reappointed: 03/01/2003 Term Expires: 03/01/2008 Robert B. Sawyer Jr. - Fairbanks Appointed: 02/19/2003 Term Expires: 01/31/2008 Personnel Board Paulette M. Simpson - Juneau Appointed: 02/11/2003 Term Expires: 03/20/2008 Alaska Public Offices Commission Larry D. Wood - Anchorage Appointed: 08/20/2002 Reappointed: 03/01/2003 Term Expires: 03/01/2008 Resumes for the appointments are on file in the Chief Clerk's office. 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0243 MESSAGES FROM THE SENATE A message dated February 18, 2003, was read stating the Senate has accepted the House invitation to meet in joint session at 11:00 a.m., March 31, 2003, to hear an address by U. S. Senator Ted Stevens. COMMUNICATIONS The following were received: Dept. of Community & Economic Development Alaska Local Boundary Commission Unorganized Areas of Alaska that Meet Borough Incorporation Standards February 2003 (as required by Chapter No. 53, SLA 2002) Dept. of Education & Early Development Office of the Commissioner Annual Report on Progress Toward High Academic Performance February 15, 2003 (as required by AS 14.03.078) Alaska Judicial Council Twenty-First Report: 2001-2002 to the Legislature and Supreme Court January 2003 (as required by Article IV, Section 9, Alaska Constitution) REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES HB 14 The State Affairs Committee has considered: HOUSE BILL NO. 14 "An Act relating to an absence from the state while providing care for a terminally ill grandparent for purposes of determining eligibility for a permanent fund dividend; and providing for an effective date." 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0244 The report was signed by Representative Weyhrauch, Chair, with the following individual recommendations: Do pass (3): Lynn, Dahlstrom, Weyhrauch Amend (3): Gruenberg, Seaton, Berkowitz The following fiscal note(s) apply: 1. Zero, Dept. of Revenue HB 14 was referred to the Finance Committee. HB 20 The State Affairs Committee has considered: HOUSE BILL NO. 20 "An Act relating to reemployment of and benefits for retired teachers and principals, including those who participated in retirement incentive programs, and to the employment as teachers of members of the public employees' retirement system who participated in a retirement incentive program; and providing for an effective date." and recommends it be replaced with: CS FOR HOUSE BILL NO. 20(STA) "An Act relating to reemployment of and benefits for retired teachers or employees, including those who participated in retirement incentive programs, and to the employment as teachers of members of the public employees' retirement system who participated in a retirement incentive program; and providing for an effective date." The report was signed by Representative Weyhrauch, Chair, with the following individual recommendations: Do pass (3): Gruenberg, Lynn, Dahlstrom 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0245 No recommendation (3): Seaton, Berkowitz, Weyhrauch The following fiscal note(s) apply to CSHB 20(STA): 1. Zero, Dept. of Administration HB 20 was referred to the Finance Committee. REPORTS OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES HCR 6 The House Special Committee on Fisheries has considered: HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 6 Extending the termination date of the Joint Legislative Salmon Industry Task Force until 2005. and recommends it be replaced with: CS FOR HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 6(FSH) Relating to the continuation of the Joint Legislative Salmon Industry Task Force until 2004. The report was signed by Representative Seaton, Chair, with the following individual recommendations: Do pass (6): Berkowitz, Guttenberg, Kott, Samuels, Wilson, Seaton The following fiscal note(s) apply to CSHCR 6(FSH): 1. Zero, Legislative Agency HCR 6 was referred to the Finance Committee and later waived. INTRODUCTION OF CITATIONS The following citations were introduced and referred to the Rules Committee for placement on the calendar: 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0246 Honoring - Dean Larson, Retirement from the WCHL Anchorage Aces By Representative McGuire In Memoriam - Sara Elaine Atwood By Senator Stevens; Representative Heinze INTRODUCTION, FIRST READING, AND REFERENCE OF HOUSE RESOLUTIONS HCR 8 HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 8 by Representatives Kapsner, Meyer, Cissna, Heinze, and Kerttula: Requesting the Governor to declare March 16 - 22, 2003, to be Inhalants and Poisons Awareness Week. was read the first time and referred to the Health, Education & Social Services Committee. INTRODUCTION, FIRST READING, AND REFERENCE OF HOUSE BILLS HB 28 SPONSOR SUBSTITUTE FOR HOUSE BILL NO. 28 by Representatives KOHRING and ROKEBERG, entitled: "An Act relating to adjustments to royalty reserved to the state to encourage otherwise uneconomic production of oil and gas; and providing for an effective date." was read the first time and referred to the House Special Committee on Oil & Gas and the Resources and Finance Committees. HB 30 SPONSOR SUBSTITUTE FOR HOUSE BILL NO. 30 by Representatives Stevens and Wilson, entitled: 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0247 "An Act relating to the Alaska teacher recruitment loan repayment program; and providing for an effective date." was read the first time and referred to the House Special Committee on Education and the Health, Education & Social Services and Finance Committees. The following Governor's bill is out of numerical sequence because the number was preassigned. HB 100 HOUSE BILL NO. 100 by the House Rules Committee by request of the Governor, entitled: "An Act making supplemental and other appropriations; amending appropriations; and providing for an effective date." was read the first time and referred to the Finance Committee. The Governor's transmittal letter dated February 18, 2003, follows: "Dear Speaker Kott: Today I am transmitting two supplemental appropriation bills for Fiscal Year 2003. This bill is sometimes referred to as the 'fast track' supplemental bill because it includes items that have particularly tight time requirements that are not accommodated by the usual passage of supplemental appropriations later in the spring. As you know, the Legislature's staff estimated the expected supplemental would total $140 million. The two bills we are submitting total $63.3 million. Our goal was to include general fund supported requests for circumstances that were not within management's control, such as disasters, caseload growth in formula- driven programs, and increased fuel costs. We are also requesting Federal funds of $19.8 million to begin three urgently needed highway projects sooner than waiting for the Fiscal Year 2004 capital budget. Two of the fast track supplemental requests 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0248 are due to programs that were short-funded in last year's budget: subsidized adoptions and foster care special needs. The subsidized adoption program was funded $2 million less than the department's projection. It now appears that a total of $2.8 million more will be needed this year to meet state obligations to parents who have adopted children with special needs. The foster care special needs program was short-funded $445,300, while now, due to additional caseload growth, a total of $615,300 is required. I request that you put this bill on a 'fast track' for final action in early March. Sincerely yours, /s/ Frank H. Murkowski Governor" HB 108 HOUSE BILL NO. 108 by Representative Foster, entitled: "An Act relating to establishing a screening, tracking, and intervention program related to the hearing ability of newborns and infants; providing an exemption to licensure as an audiologist for certain persons performing hearing screening tests; relating to insurance coverage for newborn and infant hearing screening; and providing for an effective date." was read the first time and referred to the Health, Education & Social Services and Finance Committees. HB 109 HOUSE BILL NO. 109 by the House State Affairs Committee, entitled: "An Act relating to the limitation on payment of state treasury warrants; and providing for an effective date." was read the first time and referred to the State Affairs and Finance Committees. 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0249 HB 110 HOUSE BILL NO. 110 by the House Rules Committee by request of the Governor, entitled: "An Act making supplemental and other appropriations; amending appropriations; making appropriations to capitalize funds; and providing for an effective date." was read the first time and referred to the Finance Committee. The Governor's transmittal letter dated February 18, 2003, follows: "Dear Speaker Kott: I am transmitting to you today two supplemental appropriation bills for Fiscal Year 2003. Issues requiring attention on an expedited basis are in a separate 'fast track' bill. This bill includes supplemental needs with less immediate timing requirements. Initial projections by the Legislature were that the Administration would be requesting a $140 million general fund supplemental package. In contrast, we are submitting a combined package (both 'fast track' and regular) that totals $63.3 million in general funds. This is a result of our Administration's commitment to doing all we can to manage programs within the budget approved by the Legislature. As you may recall, some of the supplemental requests are the result of legislative decisions made last session in which low case formula projections were reduced and some programs, such as the Office of Public Advocacy and Public Defender Agency were not funded for a full year. In some instances, we have been able to cover shortfalls in one area by excess appropriations in another. For instance, based on current estimates of general funds needed for the foundation formula, $6.7 million can be transferred to cover other supplemental needs. The general fund capitalization of the debt retirement fund may also be reduced for two reasons: 1) the amount available for school debt reimbursement from the public school fund is higher than anticipated, and 2) the actual amount of school debt reimbursement is lower than anticipated. 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0250 The Administration's goal is to limit future supplemental requests to circumstances that were unanticipated and not within management's control. To that end, we look forward to working with you on the funding levels for the Fiscal Year 2004 operating budget. Sincerely, /s/ Frank H. Murkowski Governor" HB 111 HOUSE BILL NO. 111 by the House Rules Committee by request of the Governor, entitled: "An Act extending the termination date of the Regulatory Commission of Alaska; and providing for an effective date." was read the first time and referred to the Labor & Commerce and Finance Committees. The following fiscal note(s) apply: 1. Fiscal, Dept. of Community & Economic Development The Governor's transmittal letter dated February 18, 2003, follows: "Dear Speaker Kott: Under the authority of art. III, sec. 18, of the Alaska Constitution, I am transmitting a bill that would extend the life of the Regulatory Commission of Alaska (RCA) to avoid its termination on June 30, 2003. The bill also includes a provision for an immediate effective date. It is important to pass this bill before the RCA's termination date. The RCA regulates utilities statewide and intrastate pipelines. The continued operation of the RCA is essential to ensure that Alaskan consumers have reliable and affordable utility services and to assure a stable business environment for utilities and pipelines. 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0251 Failure to extend the commission this session would significantly interfere with its work. Though the sunset Act provides for a 'wind down' year, the commission would have to redirect its time and energy to plan for closing its operations. Failure to extend the RCA would leave the regulated utilities as well as consumers in a state of confusion and uncertainty. I urge your prompt and favorable action on this measure. Sincerely yours, /s/ Frank H. Murkowski Governor" HB 112 HOUSE BILL NO. 112 by the House Rules Committee by request of the Governor, entitled: "An Act relating to the authority of the Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority to issue bonds; and providing for an effective date." was read the first time and referred to the Finance Committee. The following fiscal note(s) apply: 1. Zero, Dept. of Community & Economic Development The Governor's transmittal letter dated February 18, 2003, follows: "Dear Speaker Kott: Under the authority of art. III, sec. 18, of the Alaska Constitution, I am transmitting a bill that would extend the sunset on the Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority's (Authority) bonding authorization until July 1, 2007. The bill would extend the Authority's bonding authorization for development projects of $10,000,000 or less. The Authority's general bonding authorization will expire June 30, 2003, unless extended. 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0252 Allowing that authorization to expire would severely restrict the Authority's ability to assist in key development projects. In a time of dwindling state resources, this bill would further the Authority's mission to forge public-private partnerships that can strengthen the state's economic base. I urge your prompt and favorable action on this measure. Sincerely, /s/ Frank H. Murkowski Governor" HB 113 HOUSE BILL NO. 113 by the House Rules Committee by request of the Governor, entitled: "An Act extending the renewal period for oil discharge prevention and contingency plans; and providing for an effective date." was read the first time and referred to the House Special Committee on Oil & Gas and the Resources and Finance Committees. The following fiscal note(s) apply: 1. Zero, Dept. of Environmental Conservation The Governor's transmittal letter dated February 18, 2003, follows: "Dear Speaker Kott: Under the authority of art. III, sec. 18, of the Alaska Constitution, I am transmitting a bill extending the renewal period for oil discharge prevention and contingency plans under AS 46.04.030 and 46.04.055 from three years to five years. AS 46.04.030 requires that all operators of oil terminals, pipelines, exploration or production facilities, tank vessels, and oil barges have 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0253 an approved oil discharge prevention and contingency plan in order to operate. AS 46.04.055 requires that operators of nontank vessels over 400 gross tons and railroad tank cars transporting oil also have an approved oil discharge prevention and contingency plan. Current law requires that these contingency plans be renewed every three years. In contrast, federal oil spill response plans are reviewed and renewed every five years. However, there is no requirement that state contingency plans match the federal renewal cycle. A five-year renewal period will streamline the review for both the state and industry, while maintaining Alaska's strong oil spill prevention and response standards. Focusing on the actual testing of oil spill prevention and response readiness through in-the-field inspections, drills, and exercises is our most effective means of ensuring spill prevention and response readiness. I urge your prompt and favorable action on this measure. Sincerely, /s/ Frank H. Murkowski Governor" HB 114 HOUSE BILL NO. 114 by the House Rules Committee by request, entitled: "An Act relating to the issuance of a search warrant." was read the first time and referred to the Judiciary Committee. HB 115 HOUSE BILL NO. 115 by Representative Kerttula, entitled: "An Act extending the termination date of the Alaska Minerals Commission." was read the first time and referred to the Resources and Finance Committees. 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0254 HB 116 HOUSE BILL NO. 116 by Representative Masek, entitled: "An Act exempting supervisory employees of small businesses from the overtime wage requirement." was read the first time and referred to the Labor & Commerce Committee. CONSIDERATION OF THE DAILY CALENDAR SECOND READING OF HOUSE BILLS HB 12 The following was read the second time: HOUSE BILL NO. 12 "An Act relating to harassment." with the: Journal Page JUD RPT CS(JUD) NT 5DP 180 LETTER OF INTENT WITH JUD REPORT 181 FN1: ZERO(LAW) 181 FN2: ZERO(DPS) 181 FN3: INDETERMINATE(ADM) 181 Representative Coghill moved and asked unanimous consent that the following committee substitute be adopted in lieu of the original bill: CS FOR HOUSE BILL NO. 12(JUD) "An Act relating to the crime of harassment committed by use of electronic communication." There being no objection, it was so ordered. Amendment No. 1 was offered by Representative Berkowitz: Page 1, line 14, following "physical injury": Insert "or sexual contact" 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0255 Representative Berkowitz moved and asked unanimous consent that Amendment No. 1 be adopted. Representative Meyer objected and withdrew the objection. There being no further objection, Amendment No. 1 was adopted. Representative Coghill moved and asked unanimous consent that CSHB 12(JUD) am be considered engrossed, advanced to third reading, and placed on final passage. There being no objection, it was so ordered. CSHB 12(JUD) am was read the third time. The question being: "Shall CSHB 12(JUD) am pass the House?" The roll was taken with the following result: CSHB 12(JUD) am Third Reading Final Passage YEAS: 37 NAYS: 0 EXCUSED: 3 ABSENT: 0 Yeas: Anderson, Berkowitz, Chenault, Cissna, Coghill, Crawford, Croft, Dahlstrom, Fate, Foster, Gara, Gatto, Gruenberg, Guttenberg, Harris, Hawker, Holm, Joule, Kapsner, Kerttula, Kohring, Kookesh, Kott, Lynn, McGuire, Meyer, Morgan, Moses, Rokeberg, Samuels, Seaton, Stoltze, Weyhrauch, Whitaker, Williams, Wilson, Wolf Excused: Heinze, Masek, Stevens And so, CSHB 12(JUD) am passed the House. Representative Coghill moved and asked unanimous consent that the House adopt the House Judiciary Committee letter of intent (page 181). There being no objection, it was so ordered. CSHB 12(JUD) am was referred to the Chief Clerk for engrossment. 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0256 LEGISLATIVE CITATIONS Representative Coghill moved and asked unanimous consent that the House approve the citations on the calendar. There being no objection, the following citations were approved and sent to enrolling: In Memoriam - Ruth Alison Lister By Representatives Guttenberg, Kott, Anderson, Berkowitz, Chenault, Cissna, Coghill, Croft, Dahlstrom, Foster, Gara, Gatto, Gruenberg, Harris, Hawker, Joule, Kapsner, Kerttula, Masek, McGuire, Meyer, Morgan, Samuels, Seaton, Whitaker, Williams, Wilson, Wolf In Memoriam - Percy John Blatchford By Representatives Wolf, Kott, Anderson, Berkowitz, Chenault, Cissna, Coghill, Croft, Dahlstrom, Fate, Foster, Gara, Gatto, Gruenberg, Guttenberg, Harris, Hawker, Joule, Kapsner, Kerttula, Kohring, Masek, McGuire, Meyer, Morgan, Samuels, Seaton, Williams, Wilson UNFINISHED BUSINESS HCR 6 The Speaker waived the Finance Committee referral for the following at the request of Representative Williams, Co-chair: HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 6 Extending the termination date of the Joint Legislative Salmon Industry Task Force until 2005. HCR 6 was removed from the Finance Committee and referred to the Rules Committee for placement on the calendar. Representative Coghill moved and asked unanimous consent that the following members be excused from a call of the House. There being no objection, the members were excused as noted: Representative Fate - from 6:00 p.m., February 20 to 10:00 p.m., February 21, 2003 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0257 Representative Samuels - from 6:00 p.m., February 20 to a.m., plane time, February 24, 2003 HB 12 Representatives Samuels and Wilson added their names as cosponsors to: CS FOR HOUSE BILL NO. 12(JUD) am "An Act relating to the crime of harassment committed by use of electronic communication." HB 92 Representative Kerttula added her name as cosponsor to: HOUSE BILL NO. 92 "An Act relating to reports by members of the clergy and custodians of clerical records who have reasonable cause to suspect that a child has suffered harm as a result of child abuse or neglect." HB 102 Representative Gatto added his name as cosponsor to: HOUSE BILL NO. 102 "An Act relating to concealed deadly weapons." HB 107 Representatives Masek, Anderson, Samuels, Lynn, Coghill, Wolf, Heinze, Gatto, Holm, Harris, and Kott added their names as cosponsors to: HOUSE BILL NO. 107 "An Act relating to an optional group of persons eligible for medical assistance who require treatment for breast or cervical cancer; relating to cost sharing by those recipients under the medical assistance program; and providing for an effective date." 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0258 ENGROSSMENT HB 12 CSHB 12(JUD) am was engrossed, signed by the Speaker and Chief Clerk and transmitted with a House letter of intent to the Senate for consideration. ANNOUNCEMENTS House committee schedules are published daily under separate cover. Majority Caucus Speaker's Chamber upon adj., 2/19 The following meetings today have been changed as indicated: Health, Education & Social Services Committee LOCATION CHANGED TO: House Finance 519 Fish Caucus CHANGED TO: 12:00 p.m., 2/20 ADJOURNMENT Representative Coghill moved and asked unanimous consent that the House adjourn until 10:00 a.m., February 21, 2003. There being no objection, the House adjourned at 11:39 a.m. Suzi Lowell Chief Clerk 2003-02-19 House Journal Page 0259 HOUSE JOURNAL INDEX HB 12 254-255, 257-258 HB 14 243-244 HB 20 244-245 HB 28 246 HB 30 246-247 HB 92 257 HB 100 247-248 HB 102 257 HB 107 257 HB 108 248 HB 109 248 HB 110 249-250 HB 111 250-251 HB 112 251-252 HB 113 252-253 HB 114 253 HB 115 253 HB 116 254 HCR 6 245, 256 HCR 8 246