Legislature(2009 - 2010)SENATE FINANCE 532
04/17/2009 09:00 AM Senate FINANCE
| Audio | Topic |
|---|---|
| Start | |
| HB221 | |
| HB78 | |
| HB63 | |
| HB123 | |
| Adjourn |
* first hearing in first committee of referral
+ teleconferenced
= bill was previously heard/scheduled
+ teleconferenced
= bill was previously heard/scheduled
| += | HB 113 | TELECONFERENCED | |
| += | HB 121 | TELECONFERENCED | |
| += | HB 221 | TELECONFERENCED | |
| + | HB 63 | TELECONFERENCED | |
| + | HB 123 | TELECONFERENCED | |
| + | HB 78 | TELECONFERENCED | |
| + | TELECONFERENCED |
SENATE FINANCE COMMITTEE
April 17, 2009
9:25 a.m.
9:25:23 AM
CALL TO ORDER
Co-Chair Stedman called the Senate Finance Committee meeting
to order at 9:25 a.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT
Senator Lyman Hoffman, Co-Chair
Senator Bert Stedman, Co-Chair
Senator Charlie Huggins, Vice-Chair
Senator Johnny Ellis
Senator Donny Olson
Senator Joe Thomas
MEMBERS ABSENT
None
ALSO PRESENT
Konrad Jackson, Staff, Representative Kurt Olson; Pat
Davidson, Legislative Auditor, Legislative Audit Division,
Legislative Affairs Agency; Crystal Koeneman, Staff,
Representative Fairclough;
PRESENT VIA TELECONFERENCE
None.
SUMMARY
CSHB 63(FIN)
"An Act relating to the Council on Domestic
Violence and Sexual Assault."
CSHB 63 was REPORTED out of Committee with a "do
pass" recommendation and with two previously
published zero fiscal notes: FN1 (COR) and FN3
(DHS); and one previously published fiscal impact
note: FN2 (DPS).
HB 78 "An Act extending the termination date of the
Board of Public Accountancy; and providing for an
effective date."
HB 78 was REPORTED out of Committee with a "do
pass" recommendation and with previously published
fiscal impact note: FN1 (CED).
CSHB 113(FIN) am
"An Act making supplemental appropriations,
capital appropriations, and other appropriations;
amending appropriations; making appropriations to
capitalize funds; and providing for an effective
date."
CSHB 113(FIN) was heard and HELD in Committee for
further consideration.
CSHB 121(FIN)
"An Act relating to and authorizing certain
municipalities to provide a property tax credit
for an improvement that aids in improving air
quality."
CSHB 121 was was heard and HELD in Committee for
further consideration.
CSHB 123(FIN) am
"An Act relating to the membership and voting
privileges of members of the Statewide Suicide
Prevention Council; extending the termination date
of the Statewide Suicide Prevention Council; and
providing for an effective date."
CSHB 123 was REPORTED out of Committee with a "do
pass" recommendation and with two previously
published fiscal impact notes from the Department
of Health and Social Services: FN1 and FN2.
CSHB 221(L&C)
"An Act relating to the state's participation in
the federal Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System
and Registry, and to mortgage lending regulation
and licensing; and providing for an effective
date."
CSHB 221 (L&C) was REPORTED out of Committee with
a "do pass" recommendation and with a previously
published fiscal note: FN1 (CED).
9:25:38 AM
CS FOR HOUSE BILL NO. 221(L&C)
"An Act relating to the state's participation in the
federal Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and
Registry, and to mortgage lending regulation and
licensing; and providing for an effective date."
9:26:36 AM
Co-Chair Stedman noted the Department of Commerce, Community
and Economic Development's fiscal note for $98 thousand in
program receipts.
Co-Chair Hoffman MOVED to report CSHB 221 out of Committee
with individual recommendations and the accompanying fiscal
note. There being NO OBJECTION, it was so ordered.
CSHB 221 (L&C) was REPORTED out of Committee with a "do
pass" recommendation and with a previously published fiscal
note: FN1 (CED).
HOUSE BILL NO. 78
"An Act extending the termination date of the Board of
Public Accountancy; and providing for an effective
date."
9:27:59 AM
KONRAD JACKSON, STAFF, REPRESENTATIVE KURT OLSON, reviewed
the legislation. He stated that the Legislative Audit
Division reviewed the actions of the board and recommended a
four year extension. In the future, some of the board's
services may be outsourced and changes to the board's
structure might be instituted. The board may also pursue new
statutes and regulations. Therefore, a shorter extension
period was chosen.
Co-Chair Stedman noted the Department of Commerce, Community
and Economic Development's fiscal note for $99.4 thousand.
9:29:18 AMAT EASE
9:29:46 AMRECONVENED
Senator Olson asked for a description of the service
agreement or to briefly explain what services might be
outsourced.
PAT DAVIDSON, LEGISLATIVE AUDITOR, LEGISLATIVE AUDIT
DIVISION, LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS AGENCY, responded that in
order to achieve efficiencies the board is discussing
delegating services such as: management of the CPA exam;
evaluation of applicants; and continuing education services.
Senator Olson asked if investigations concerning criminal
activity or malpractice will be outsourced. Ms. Davidson
explained that investigations are a function of the
division. The board evaluates the results of the
investigations and that function will not be outsourced.
9:32:27 AM
Senator Thomas cited correspondence from the Department of
Commerce, Community and Economic Development and the
Department of Administration regarding the board's vacant
positions. He asked if the vacancies have been filled. Ms.
Davidson answered that she did not know the current status
of the board positions.
Senator Thomas noted the division's second recommendation to
reduce professional licensing fees. He asked if the fees
will be reduced since the board is carrying a cumulative
balance. Ms. Davidson responded that she did not know the
board's response to the recommendation.
Co-Chair Hoffman MOVED to report HB 78 out of Committee with
individual recommendations and the accompanying fiscal note.
There being NO OBJECTION, it was so ordered.
HB 78 was REPORTED out of Committee with a "do pass"
recommendation and with previously published fiscal impact
note from the Department of Commerce, Community and Economic
Development.
CS FOR HOUSE BILL NO. 63(FIN)
"An Act relating to the Council on Domestic Violence
and Sexual Assault."
9:34:52 AM
Co-Chair Hoffman MOVED to ADOPT work draft LS0138\M
Co-Chair Stedman OBJECTED.
CRYSTAL KOENEMAN, STAFF, REPRESENTATIVE FAIRCLOUGH,
explained the changes to the legislation reflected in the
work draft. She pointed out that the legislation as
transmitted to the Senate, specified in Section 4, that the
executive director of the council will be an exempt position
while the director's staff will be part of the classified
service. The Senate State Affairs Committee changed Section
4, to include the executive director and staff in exempt
service. Version M changes the section back to the House
version.
Co-Chair Stedman WITHDREW his OBJECTION
Ms. Koeneman reviewed the legislation. She explained that
the legislation changed the composition of the council. The
bill increases the public members from three to four. One of
the public members must be from a rural area. The
commissioner of the Department of Corrections or a designee
from the department will be added to the board. The member's
term of office is changed from two to three years in order
to preside over a complete budget cycle. The legislation
allows but does not require the governor to consult with the
Alaska Network on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault when
appointing public members. Employees of the state of Alaska
may not be members of the council. The legislation expanded
the definition of "rural area" to include a population
between 3500 and 7500. The requirement for a quorum is now
five members. Finally, new members will be appointed within
thirty days of the effective date of the legislation.
9:39:37 AM
Co-Chair Stedman pointed out the three fiscal notes: the
zero fiscal notes from the Department of Corrections and the
Department of Health and Social Services, and the fiscal
note for the Department of Public Safety in the amount of
$7.9 thousand.
Co-Chair Hoffman MOVED to report CSHB 63 out of Committee
with individual recommendations and the accompanying fiscal
notes. There being NO OBJECTION, it was so ordered.
CSHB 63 was REPORTED out of Committee with a "do pass"
recommendation and with two previously zero fiscal notes and
one previously published fiscal impact note from the
Department of Public Safety.
CSHB 63 was REPORTED out of Committee with a "do pass"
recommendation and with two previously published zero fiscal
notes: FN1 (COR) and FN3 (DHS); and one previously published
fiscal impact note: FN2 (DPS).
CS FOR HOUSE BILL NO. 123(FIN) am
"An Act relating to the membership and voting
privileges of members of the Statewide Suicide
Prevention Council; extending the termination date of
the Statewide Suicide Prevention Council; and providing
for an effective date."
9:41:03 AM
Co-Chair Steadman spoke to the two fiscal notes for the
Department of Health and Social Services: FN1 in the amount
of $46.3 thousand to fund a half position, and FN2 in the
amount of $82.8 thousand for travel and supply costs.
Representative Fairclough explained that the legislation
extends the Suicide Prevention Council. She added that
Alaska has the worst rates of suicide in the nation. Rural
Alaskans and Alaska Natives have a disproportionately high
suicide rate. The council is working on a strategic plan for
suicide prevention in the state.
9:43:33 AM
Senator Olson questioned the effectiveness of the council.
Representative Fairclough answered that the council has
implemented strategies of public outreach to help people
identify at risk populations. She felt that the council's
operation was dysfunctional solely because of the structure.
The council contained four voting members from the
legislature, which created a quorum challenge. The council
was unable to take decisive action when necessary. She
stated that Senator Davis helped implement changes to make
the legislative members non-voting so a quorum can be
reached and solutions can be advanced.
Co-Chair Hoffman MOVED to report CSHB 123 out of Committee
with individual recommendations and the accompanying fiscal
note. There being NO OBJECTION, it was so ordered.
CSHB 123 was REPORTED out of Committee with a "do pass"
recommendation and with two previously published fiscal
impact notes from the Department of Health and Social
Services: FN1 and FN2.
9:43:55 AMRECESSED
3:19:38 PMRECONVENED
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 3:19 PM.
| Document Name | Date/Time | Subjects |
|---|---|---|
| 02_HB78_Sponsor_Statement.pdf |
SFIN 4/17/2009 9:00:00 AM |
HB 78 |
| 04_HB78_LBA_Audit_Summary__08-20056-09.pdf |
SFIN 4/17/2009 9:00:00 AM |
HB 78 |
| ANDVSALETTER.pdf |
SFIN 4/17/2009 9:00:00 AM |
HB 63 |
| CDVSATASKFORCE.pdf |
SFIN 4/17/2009 9:00:00 AM |
HB 63 |
| CouncilDVSA LETTER.pdf |
SFIN 4/17/2009 9:00:00 AM |
HB 63 |
| CSHB63 Sectional Analysis - Electronic.doc |
SFIN 4/17/2009 9:00:00 AM |
HB 63 |
| CSHB63 Sponsor Statement - Electronic.doc |
SFIN 4/17/2009 9:00:00 AM |
HB 63 |
| CSHB123 Explanation of Changes - Electronic.doc |
SFIN 4/17/2009 9:00:00 AM |
HB 123 |
| HB123 Backup.pdf |
SFIN 4/17/2009 9:00:00 AM |
HB 123 |
| HB_123_Legislative_Audit_06-20055-08[1].pdf |
SFIN 4/17/2009 9:00:00 AM |
HB 123 |
| 05_HB78_LBA_Full_Audit_Report__08-20056-09.pdf |
SFIN 4/17/2009 9:00:00 AM |
HB 78 |
| Hb 121 Amendment Work Draft SCS HB121 FIN.pdf |
SFIN 4/17/2009 9:00:00 AM |
HB 121 |
| HB123 Sponsor Statement - Electronic.doc |
SFIN 4/17/2009 9:00:00 AM |
HB 123 |
| House Bill 123 sectional - Electronic.doc |
SFIN 4/17/2009 9:00:00 AM |
HB 123 |
| SCS HB63 Version M.pdf |
SFIN 4/17/2009 9:00:00 AM |
HB 63 |
| SCSforCSHB121(FIN)TWORK DRAFT.pdf |
SFIN 4/17/2009 9:00:00 AM |
HB 121 |