Legislature(1999 - 2000)
1999-01-21 Senate Journal
Full Journal pdf1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0037 SENATE JOURNAL ALASKA STATE LEGISLATURE TWENTY-FIRST LEGISLATURE - FIRST SESSION Juneau, Alaska Third Day Pursuant to adjournment the Senate was called to order by President Pearce at 11:02 a.m. The roll showed nineteen members present. Senator Ward was excused from a call of the Senate. The prayer was offered by the Chaplain, Pastor Wayne Coggins of the Cornerstone Family Ministries. Senator Hoffman moved and asked unanimous consent that the prayer be spread. Without objection, it was so ordered. Heavenly Father, the question has been posed that if the worlds one-hundred best worriers were presented with a serious problem, locked in a room and allowed to do their best worrying, what would be the result? After all of their wringing of hands and furrowing of brows, the results would be . . . nothing . . . for worry without action produces nothing. We thank You, Lord, that You have a better idea for us in dealing with our problems. Our part is to roll up our sleeves and work hard, both individually and collectively, as though the outcome depends on us, yet all the while humbly and earnestly praying as though the outcome depends on You. Help us, Lord, to work and pray with equal intensity, and not waste a moment in unproductive worry. In Jesus Name, Amen. Senator Wilken led the Senate in the Pledge of Allegiance. 37 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0038 Certification Senator Mackie moved and asked unanimous consent that the journal for the second legislative day and Senate and House Joint Journal Supplement No. 1 be approved as certified by the Secretary. Without objection, it was so ordered. Communications The following reports are on file in the Office of the Secretary of the Senate: Advisory Opinions 98-01 through 98-03 rendered by the Select Committee on Legislative Ethics, Twentieth Alaska Legislature Volume XXI, July 23, 1997 - July 14, 1998 from Shirley McCoy, Chair in accordance with AS 24.60.150(a)(2) Public Decisions 98-02 through 98-04 issued by the Select Committee on Legislative Ethics, Twentieth Alaska Legislature Volume V, February 12, 1997 - December 10, 1998 from Shirley McCoy, Chair in accordance with AS 24.60.150(a)(2) State of Colorado, House Joint Resolution 98-1033 regarding title IV of the Federal Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act from Judith M. Rodrigue, Chief Clerk of the Colorado House of Representatives State of Alaska Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, Fiscal Year ended June 30, 1998 from Department of Administration, Division of Finance in accordance with AS 37.05.210 Alaska Commercial Fishing and Agriculture Bank, 1998 Annual Report from Edward E. Crane, President in accordance with AS 44.81.200 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0039 Commercial Fisheries Entry Commission, Synopsis of 1997 Annual Report from Marlene Johnson and Mary McDowell, Commissioners; and Bruce Twomley, Chairman in accordance with AS 16.43.980 Report available electronically: www.cfec.state.ak.us Executive Summary, Changes in the Distribution of Alaskas Commercial Fisheries Entry Permits, 1975-1997 CFEC Report Number 98-5N-EXEC, June 1998 from Al Tingley, Research Analyst, Commercial Fisheries Entry Commission Alaska Energy Authority Certification of Capital Reserve Funds Requirement from Wilson Hughes, Chairman and D. Randy Simmons, Executive Director in accordance with AS 44.83.110(f) Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority Certification of Capital Reserve Funds Requirement from Wilson Hughes, Chairman and D. Randy Simmons, Executive Director in accordance with AS 44.88.105(d) Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority Finance Plan for the Acquisition of Snettisham Hydroelectric Project, July 1998 from D. Randy Simmons, Executive Director in accordance with AS 44.88.173 Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority, Annual Review of Assets from D. Randy Simmons, Executive Director in accordance with AS 44.88.205 Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute, FY 97 Annual Report from Barbara Belknap, Executive Director in accordance with AS 16.51.100(5) 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0040 National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform State Laws, Annual Report from Deborah E. Behr, Alaska Uniform Law Commissioner, Department of Law Terminal Redevelopment Project, International Airport Revenue Bond, Construction Fund Report from Joseph L. Perkins, P.E., Commissioner, Department of Transportation and Public Facilities in accordance with AS 37.15.420 Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation 1998 Annual Report from Byron I. Mallott, Executive Director in accordance with AS 44.88.210 1998 Alaska Hire and Purchasing Report from Richard Campbell, President, BP Exploration (Alaska), Inc. in accordance with Chapter 139, SLA 1996 Alaska Science & Technology Foundation, 1998 Annual Report from Jamie Kenworthy, Executive Director in accordance with AS 07.17.090 The following Budget and Audit Reports were received from Pat Davidson, Legislative Auditor, in accordance with AS 24.20.311 and are on file in the Office of the Secretary of the Senate: The Unabridged and The Condensed 1998 Annual Reports of the Legislative Budget and Audit Committee State of Alaska Single Audit for the Fiscal Year ended June 30, 1997 Department of Commerce and Economic Development, Alaska Railroad Corporation, Review of Selected Contracts, August 12, 1998 Department of Commerce and Economic Development, Division of Tourism, Contracting Procedures, August 13, 1998 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0041 Department of Commerce and Economic Development, Division of Occupational Licensing, Board of Pharmacy, August 25, 1998 Department of Commerce and Economic Development, Division of Occupational Licensing, Real Estate Surety Fund, September 9, 1998 Department of Education, Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education, Review of Management Practices, Student Financial Aid Division, September 11, 1998 Department of Health and Social Services, Division of Family and Youth Services, Child Protective Services, Custody and Termination Decisions for Selected Cases, August 11, 1998 Department of Natural Resources, Division of Agriculture, Matanuska Maid, September 30, 1998 Department of Commerce and Economic Development, Alaska Science and Technology Foundation Grant Procedures, September 30, 1998 Department of Commerce and Economic Development, Division of Occupational Licensing, Board of Marine Pilots, November 18, 1998 Department of Environmental Conservation, Division of Facility Construction and Operation, Village Safe Water Program, Rural Sanitation 2005 Action Plan, October 2, 1998 Department of Fish and Game, Sport Fish Revenue Review, November 10, 1998 Department of Labor, Employment Security Division, Reorganization and Consolidation of Agency Operations, December 8, 1998 Standing Committee Reports Judiciary Committee Reports dated January 20 were received stating: 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0042 In accordance with AS 24.60.130, the Senate Judiciary Committee reviewed the following with regard to confirmation of the appointments by the Chief Justice: Mr. Curt D. Wallace Select Committee on Legislative Ethics Mr. H. Conner Thomas Select Committee on Legislative Ethics The reports were signed by Senator Taylor, Chair, Senators Halford, Donley, Torgerson, Ellis. Senator Mackie moved that Curt D. Wallace be confirmed as a Public Member to the Select Committee on Legislative Ethics. The question being: Shall Curt D. Wallace be confirmed as a Public Member to the Select Committee on Legislative Ethics? The roll was taken with the following result: Shall Curt D. Wallace be confirmed as a member to the Select Committee on Legislative Ethics? YEAS: 19 NAYS: 0 EXCUSED: 1 ABSENT: 0 Yeas: Adams, Donley, Ellis, Elton, Green, Halford, Hoffman, Kelly Pete, Kelly Tim, Leman, Lincoln, Mackie, Miller, Parnell, Pearce, Phillips, Taylor, Torgerson, Wilken Excused: Ward and so, Curt D. Wallace was confirmed by the Senate. Senator Mackie moved that H. Conner Thomas be confirmed as a Public Member to the Select Committee on Legislative Ethics. The question being: Shall H. Conner Thomas be confirmed as a Public Member to the Select Committee on Legislative Ethics? The roll was taken with the following result: 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0043 Shall H. Conner Thomas be confirmed as a member to the Select Committee on Legislative Ethics YEAS: 19 NAYS: 0 EXCUSED: 1 ABSENT: 0 Yeas: Adams, Donley, Ellis, Elton, Green, Halford, Hoffman, Kelly Pete, Kelly Tim, Leman, Lincoln, Mackie, Miller, Parnell, Pearce, Phillips, Taylor, Torgerson, Wilken Excused: Ward and so, H. Conner Thomas was confirmed by the Senate. The Secretary was requested to notify the House. Rules Committee Report dated January 20 was received stating: In Compliance with AS 24.10.030 and Uniform Rule 3(a), the Senate Rules Committee hereby reports its nomination of Nancy Quinto to serve as Secretary of the Senate for the Twenty-first Legislature and recommends election by the Senate. The report was signed by Senator Tim Kelly, Chair, Senators Leman, Miller, Pearce, Ellis. Senator Tim Kelly moved and asked unanimous consent that the Rules Committee Report be adopted. Without objection, it was so ordered, thereby confirming Nancy Quinto as Secretary of the Senate. Introduction and Reference of Senate Resolutions SJR 3 SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 3 BY SENATOR TAYLOR, Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Alaska relating to the repeal of regulations by the legislature. 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0044 SJR 3 was read the first time and referred to the State Affairs and Finance Committees. SJR 4 SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 4 BY SENATORS TIM KELLY, Pete Kelly, Relating to a national ballistic missile defense system. was read the first time and referred to the State Affairs and Finance Committees. Introduction and Reference of Senate Bills SB 30 SENATE BILL NO. 30 BY THE SENATE RULES COMMITTEE BY REQUEST OF THE GOVERNOR, entitled: An Act making appropriations for the operating and loan program expenses of state government, for certain programs, and to capitalize funds; making appropriations under art. IX, sec. 17(c), Constitution of the State of Alaska, from the constitutional budget reserve fund; and providing for an effective date. was read the first time and referred to the Finance Committee. Governors transmittal letter dated January 20: Dear President Pearce: The reality of current record-low oil prices dictates decisive action to balance Alaska's budget. But we learned from the oil price crash of the mid-1980s that it is also essential to maintain economic stability. I believe a responsible FY 2000 budget must: 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0045 SB 30 Strengthen, build and diversify our economy; Reduce costs through efficiencies, consolidations, new technology, user pay, and, where appropriate, service reductions; and Continue progress in improving our schools and the well being of our children. My proposed $2.3 billion FY2000 budget cuts $13.5 million from FY1999 -- absorbing critical increases such as $23.6 million for schools and the University, $15 million for corrections and public safety, and millions in inflation costs. The operating budget uses welfare reform savings and a new, sustainable source of revenue to continue commitments we jointly made last year in child health and protection. The recent settlement with the tobacco industry will bring in $22 million next year and $23-28 million each year until at least 2025, avoiding an additional draw on the Constitutional Budget Reserve. In the long term, these initiatives will help balance Alaska's budget by strengthening our economy and averting costly social problems. It is therefore consistent with my proposal for Alaskas Balanced Budget Plan. As we look at ways to reduce state spending, it's important to remember that even with a $1,500 dividend, spending in FY2000 would be $186 less per person than in FY1979. And according to figures released last month by the National Association of State Budget Officers, Alaska is alone in all the states in cutting its general fund budget over the past four years. In fact, the average four-year increase among the states is 21.7%, while we cut our budget 2.8%. 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0046 SB 30 We must ensure the FY2000 budget is consistent with a plan that balances the general fund budget before our Constitutional Budget Reserve is depleted. I pledge to work cooperatively with you and local government officials to involve the public in the hard decisions ahead. Sincerely, /s/ Tony Knowles Governor SB 31 SENATE BILL NO. 31 BY THE SENATE RULES COMMITTEE BY REQUEST OF THE GOVERNOR, entitled: An Act making appropriations for the operating and capital expenses of the states integrated comprehensive mental health program; and providing for an effective date. was read the first time and referred to the Health, Education and Social Services and Finance Committees. Governors transmittal letter dated January 20: Dear President Pearce: As part of the budget package I present to the Legislature today, I am transmitting this separate appropriation bill for the states integrated, comprehensive mental health program. This bill includes both operating and capital appropriations. As required by statute, I have attached a report of the differences between my proposed budget and the recommendations of the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority. 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0047 SB 31 Alaska has made great progress in serving mental health settlement beneficiaries and emphasizing community-based services. This proposed FY2000 mental health bill continues that progress with state general funds and Trust Authority receipts. In addition, Alaska Housing Finance Corporation receipts are used for housing-related capital projects. This bill is a comprehensive package that has been developed through a positive and productive working relationship between my Administration, members of the Board of Trustees, and their staff. We look forward to working with the Legislature to support these proposed investments for Trust beneficiaries. Sincerely, /s/ Tony Knowles Governor Attachment In accordance with AS 37.14.003(b) a report of the differences between the Governors proposed budget and the recommendations of the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority was attached. SB 32 SENATE BILL NO. 32 BY THE SENATE RULES COMMITTEE BY REQUEST OF THE GOVERNOR, entitled: An Act making and amending capital appropriations and reappropriations and capitalizing funds; and providing for an effective date. was read the first time and referred to the Finance Committee. Governors transmittal letter dated January 20: 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0048 SB 32 Dear President Pearce: Whether oil prices are high or low, Alaska has very basic capital construction needs which cannot be ignored. In fact, we have every reason to ensure that our states economy is strengthened with wise investments in our public infrastructure. The capital budget I am proposing for FY2000 focuses on transportation, public safety, education, economic development, and health. Fortunately for us in these times of low oil prices, $641 million of the total $921 million proposal would be paid with federal funds, a $55 million increase over what we are receiving this year. In acknowledgement of our current fiscal situation, I reduced the general fund portion of the budget from $85.4 million to $81.5 million. Alaska Housing Finance Corporation's (AHFCs) share of the capital budget remains at $52 million. Last year, the Legislature appropriated AHFCs dividend to the education formula and bond debt. Similarly, I recommend that we use Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority's FY2000 dividend of $18.8 million to fund the community capital matching grants program and economic development projects such as matching federal funds for harbor improvements. Alaska's good fortune in getting significantly higher federal funding for highways can be secured only if the required state matching funds are raised. I have already announced my proposal for an aggressive investment in transportation to be funded with a moderate increase in the highway motor fuel tax. Even with the increase, Alaska's tax rate (which has remained 8 cents since 1961) would still be lower than in forty-five other states. Although considerable progress was made last session in funding deferred maintenance and K-12 construction and major maintenance projects with AHFC bonds, we still need to fund the remaining projects on the statewide priority lists. We could consider another bond package to accomplish this if, and only if, we are able to implement a balanced budget plan that will assure ourselves and bond investors our state finances are on solid ground. 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0049 SB 32 I look forward to working with you on a capital program for FY2000 that is fiscally responsible and works toward further economic growth throughout Alaska. Sincerely, /s/ Tony Knowles Governor SB 33 SENATE BILL NO. 33 BY SENATOR WARD, entitled: An Act relating to the Task Force on Privatization; and providing for an effective date. was read the first time and referred to the State Affairs and Finance Committees. SB 34 SENATE BILL NO. 34 BY SENATOR ELLIS, entitled: An Act relating to tattooing and body piercing; and providing for an effective date. was read the first time and referred to the Labor and Commerce and Finance Committees. SB 35 SENATE BILL NO. 35 BY SENATOR PEARCE, entitled: An Act extending the termination date of the Board of Marine Pilots. was read the first time and referred to the Labor and Commerce and Finance Committees. 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0050 SB 36 SENATE BILL NO. 36 BY SENATOR WARD, entitled: An Act relating to state procurement of certain computer-related contracts. was read the first time and referred to the State Affairs and Finance Committees. SB 37 SENATE BILL NO. 37 BY THE SENATE RULES COMMITTEE BY REQUEST OF THE GOVERNOR, entitled: An Act relating to immunity for certain claims against the state, a municipality, or agents, officers, or employees of either, arising out of or in connection with the year 2000 date change; and providing for an effective date. was read the first time and referred to the Judiciary and Finance Committees. Zero fiscal note published today from Department of Administration. Governors transmittal letter dated January 20: Dear President Pearce: As part of the state's thorough efforts to prepare for the transition into a new millennium, I am transmitting this bill to protect the state and municipalities from liability claims for damages in connection with year 2000 (Y2K) computer software and processor failures. This bill is not meant to interfere with an individual's right to receive statutorily mandated services or entitlements. In the event of an error associated with the Y2K date change, that individual will continue to have recourse through administrative procedures to rectify the error. However, as explained in the findings, the magnitude of preparations for Y2K is unprecedented in the relatively young world of computer technology. Although the state and local governments 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0051 SB 37 are working diligently to smoothly transition their computer systems into the year 2000, it may be expected that, despite these best efforts, some failures might occur. Under this bill, the state, municipalities, and their agents would be immune from liability for certain damages arising before the year 2006. Meanwhile, I can assure the Legislature and the public the state of Alaska is taking extensive efforts to attempt to make our move into the twenty-first century one without interruptions in public services. Sincerely, /s/ Tony Knowles Governor SB 38 SENATE BILL NO. 38 BY THE SENATE RULES COMMITTEE BY REQUEST OF THE GOVERNOR, entitled: An Act relating to certain audits regarding oil and gas royalty and net profits and to audits regarding costs relating to exploration incentive credits and oil and gas exploration licenses; and providing for an effective date. was read the first time and referred to the Resources and Finance Committees. Fiscal notes published today from Department of Revenue, Department of Natural Resources. Governors transmittal letter dated January 20 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0052 SB 38 Dear President Pearce: In the interest of improving efficiency within our state government, as well as between government and industry, I am transmitting this bill to transfer oil and gas royalty audit functions from the Department of Revenue (DOR) to the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). It makes sense to put the audit duties in the same department that administers, enforces, and is therefore most knowledgeable with, the oil and gas leasing program. Ironically, the audit functions used to rest with DNR, but were switched to DOR in 1980 based on a legislative audit report. The recommendation stated cost savings would be achieved by having one staff of auditors review both tax and royalty compliance information. Since 1980, however, the state has entered into royalty settlements with the major North Slope producers and has made changes to its tax regulations. As a result, there is no longer as much overlap between royalty and tax audits. In addition, separating DNR's duty to administer and enforce oil and gas contracts, agreements, and leases from the department's ability to conduct audits leading to possible enforcement actions, has resulted in inefficiencies and other problems. The bill specifically authorizes DNR to audit reports and costs relating to exploration incentive credits and oil and gas licenses. It also grants DNR audit powers commensurate to those of DOR currently, including the right to subpoena information for audit purposes. The two departments would be allowed to exchange confidential information obtained in the course of their respective audits; a breach of confidentiality by any agency employee would be a felony offense. This bill takes a sensible step in how the state does business with the oil and gas industry. Sincerely, /s/ Tony Knowles Governor 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0053 SB 39 SENATE BILL NO. 39 BY THE SENATE RULES COMMITTEE BY REQUEST OF THE GOVERNOR, entitled: An Act relating to the motor fuel tax; and providing for an effective date. was read the first time and referred to the Transportation and Finance Committees. Fiscal notes published today from Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, Department of Revenue. Governors transmittal letter dated January 20: Dear President Pearce: In order for Alaska's economy to grow and diversify, we must improve our transportation infrastructure. With additional funds available under the new federal transportation law, the state can secure $400 million in federal highway construction dollars each year for the next five years by meeting the required $50.6 million state match. We can meet the state match for this enormous opportunity with a reasonable user-pays motor fuels tax increase of nine cents per gallon, as proposed in this bill I transmit today. At the current eight cents per gallon, Alaska's gas taxes are now the lowest in the nation. Even after the proposed increase, forty-five states would have higher rates. We would still be well below the 23.4 cent average for large western states. In fact, had the tax rate been indexed for inflation when it was last raised in 1961, it would currently be 43 cents per gallon. Under existing law, revenue from the motor fuel tax used on roads and highways is deposited in a highway fuel tax account in the general fund. Under the bill, that account is renamed the highway construction and maintenance account. Its recommended use is, first, for planning, design, and construction of highway projects, ferries, 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0054 SB 39 and ferry terminals and, second, for secondary road paving and deferred maintenance projects. This bill would not affect taxes on aviation or marine fuel nor the current seasonal tax reduction allowed for gasohol users. This proposal represents a modest, user-pays approach to leveraging valuable federal highway dollars. The benefit to Alaska would be multiplied many times over. Sincerely, /s/ Tony Knowles Governor SB 40 SENATE BILL NO. 40 BY THE SENATE RULES COMMITTEE BY REQUEST OF THE GOVERNOR, entitled: An Act relating to eligibility for the longevity bonus; and providing for an effective date. was read the first time and referred to the State Affairs, Health, Education and Social Services, Judiciary and Finance Committees. Fiscal notes published today from Department of Administration, Department of Health and Social Services. Zero fiscal note published today from Department of Health and Social Services. Governors transmittal letter dated January 20: Dear President Pearce: As part of my Administration's effort to reduce state spending and address our budget gap, I am reintroducing a bill that would set income limits on eligibility for the longevity bonus. These limits would be set so that only those senior citizens in upper income brackets who least rely on the bonus would no longer be eligible for the program. I asked the Twentieth Alaska Legislature to consider this proposal, and still believe it is a responsible approach to our need to cut state spending. 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0055 SB 40 This bill would limit the longevity bonus to those senior citizens with gross incomes of less than $60,000 a year or, for married seniors, a combined annual gross income of $80,000. Although the 1993 amendments to the bonus statutes closed the program to any new applicants as of January 1, 1997, the savings over the next few years produced by this change are relatively small. By contrast, the plan presented in this bill would reduce program costs by about eight percent annually, equating to some $4.6 million in FY00. Another $1.6 million would be saved annually in accompanying "hold harmless" provisions of the Adult Public Assistance budget because the federal government will not count the longevity bonus against public assistance payments if the bonus carries an income restriction -- such as that contained in this bill. This proposal does not "needs base" the bonus program, which some seniors oppose believing that equates to welfare. Approximately ninety-two percent of seniors currently on the program, or more than 20,000 people, would see no change in their bonuses. The relatively high income level of $60,000 means the bonus would not be limited to just those seniors with lower incomes, but would continue to recognize the contributions of our Alaska seniors. This bill considers only income, not assets, so recipients with moderate incomes would continue to receive the bonus even if they own valuable but non-liquid assets, such as homestead property or a residence that has greatly increased in value over the years. Also, a senior made ineligible for the bonus by this law would be reinstated to the program if his or her income later dropped below the cutoff levels. This proposal is a logical approach to trimming our budget gap without terminating essential programs and services to our residents. I urge your consideration of this measure. Sincerely, /s/ Tony Knowles Governor 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0056 Unfinished Business Senator Leman moved and asked unanimous consent that he be excused from a call of the Senate on January 22. Without objection, Senator Leman was excused. Senator Miller moved and asked unanimous consent that he be excused from a call of the Senate from 12:00 noon on January 22 through morning plane time January 25. Without objection, Senator Miller was excused. Senator Mackie moved and asked unanimous consent that he be excused from a call of the Senate on January 29. Without objection, Senator Mackie was excused. Senator Tim Kelly, Rules Committee Chair, introduced the 1999 Chamber Staff as follows: Sergeant at Arms Ian Fisk Assistant Sergeant at Arms Chris Blalock Senate Pages Kristen Moen Tammy Davis Amber Kiesel Ken Divelbess Angela Robinson Announcements Announcements are at the end of the journal. 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0057 Adjournment Senator Mackie moved and asked unanimous consent that the Senate stand in adjournment until 11:00 a.m., January 22, 1999. Without objection, the Senate adjourned at 11:33 a.m. Nancy Quinto Secretary of the Senate January 1999 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0058 Announcements Americans with Disabilities Act Notice - Persons with disabilities who require special accommodation or alternative communication formats to access committee meetings may contact the appropriate committee office or the Legislative Information Office in their community. Reasonable advance notice is needed to accommodate the request. For further information, call the ADA Coordinator at 465-3854 Voice/465-4980 TDD. SENATE STANDING COMMITTEES + indicates teleconference COMMUNITY & REGIONAL AFFAIRS FAHRENKAMP RM 203 Jan 25 Monday 01:30 PM ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING Jan 27 Wednesday 01:30 PM NO MEETING SCHEDULED Jan 29 Friday 01:30 PM NO MEETING SCHEDULED ---------------------------------------- FINANCE SENATE FINANCE 532 Jan 21 Thursday 09:00 AM OVERVIEW OF GOVERNORS PROPOSED FY 2000 OPERATING BUDGET, ANNALEE MCCONNELL, DIRECTOR OMB Jan 21 Thursday 04:00 PM PRESENTATION BY ALASKA PERMANENT FUND CORPPORATION CAPITAL MARKETS OUTLOOK JOINT (S) & (H) FINANCE COMMITTEE Jan 22 Friday 09:00 AM SB 28INCREASE IN PROGRAM RECEIPTS Jan 25 Monday 09:00 AM OVERVIEW OF THE GOVERNORS FY 2000 PROPOSED BUDGET 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0059 FINANCE Jan 26 Tuesday 09:00 AM SB 28INCREASE IN PROGRAM RECEIPTS -SB 31 & SB 32 CAPITAL BUDGET OVERVIEWS, MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET, ANNALEE MCCONNEL -WATER AND SANITATION CAPITAL PROJECTS, DEPT OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION, DAN EASTON Jan 27 Wednesday 09:00 AM OVERVIEW BY DIVISION OF LEGISLATIVE AUDIT PAT DAVIDSON, LEGISLATIVE AUDITOR Jan 28 Thursday 09:00 AM SB 31 & SB 32 CAPITAL BUDGET OVERVIEWS DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION OVERVIEW JOSEPH PERKINS, COMMISSIONER Jan 29 Friday 09:00 AM SB 31 & SB 32 CAPITAL BUDGET OVERVIEWS DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION STATEWIDE TRANSPOR- TATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM JOSEPH PERKINS, COMMISSIONER ALASKA HOUSING FINANCE CORPORATION OVERVIEW DANIEL FAUSKE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ---------------------------------------- HEALTH, EDUCATION & SOCIAL SERVICES FAHRENKAMP RM 203 Jan 21 Thursday 03:30 PM -- MEETING CANCELLED -- Jan 26 Tuesday 03:30 PM HESS ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING Jan 28 Thursday 03:30 PM TO BE ANNOUNCED ---------------------------------------- 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0060 JUDICIARY BELTZ ROOM 211 Jan 22 Friday 01:30 PM + SB 3CRIMES OF MURDER & CHILD MURDERS + SB 4OFFICE OF VICTIMS ADVOCACY Jan 25 Monday 01:30 PM SB 2CIVIL COMMITMENT OF SEXUAL PREDATORS SJR 2CONST. AM: PRISONERS RIGHTS BILLS PREVIOUSLY SCHEDULED Jan 27 Wednesday 01:30 PM NO MEETING SCHEDULED Jan 29 Friday 01:30 PM SB 24REGULATIONS: ADOPTION & JUDICIAL REVIEW BILLS PREVIOUSLY SCHEDULED ---------------------------------------- LABOR & COMMERCE FAHRENKAMP RM 203 Jan 26 Tuesday 01:30 PM NO MEETING SCHEDULED Jan 28 Thursday 01:30 PM NO MEETING SCHEDULED ---------------------------------------- RESOURCES BUTROVICH ROOM 205 Jan 25 Monday 03:00 PM SB 6DISPOSALS OF STATE LAND SB 7INCREASE LAND GRANT TO UNIV. OF ALASKA Jan 27 Wednesday 03:00 PM + BRIEFING: GLACIER BAY NATIONAL PARK AND PROPOSED FEDERAL RULES BILLS PREVIOUSLY SCHEDULED Jan 29 Friday 03:00 PM SB 12FOREST PRACTICES: STREAMS/TRIBUTARIES BILLS PREVIOUSLY SCHEDULED ---------------------------------------- 1999-01-21 Senate Journal Page 0061 STATE AFFAIRS BELTZ ROOM 211 Jan 26 Tuesday 03:30 PM NO MEETING SCHEDULED Jan 28 Thursday 03:30 PM SB 33TASK FORCE ON PRIVATIZATION SB 36YEAR 2000 COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENT SJR 3REPEAL OF REGULATIONS BY LEGISLATURE ---------------------------------------- TRANSPORTATION BUTROVICH ROOM 205 Jan 26 Tuesday 01:30 PM NO MEETING SCHEDULED Jan 28 Thursday 01:30 PM OVERVIEW: DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION OTHER MEETINGS ANCHORAGE CAUCUS SENATE FINANCE 532 Jan 28 Thursday 12:00 PM ORGANIZATIONAL DISCUSSION, ELECTION OF CO-CHAIRS. IF (S) OR (H) FLOOR SESSIONS CONTINUE PAST 12:15 PM, THE MEETING TIME CHANGES TO 5 PM THAT AFTERNOON