Legislature(2001 - 2002)
2001-01-10 Senate Journal
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Full Journal pdf2001-01-10 Senate Journal Page 0039 I urge your prompt and favorable consideration of this bill. Sincerely, /s/ Tony Knowles Governor SB 24 SENATE BILL NO. 24 BY THE SENATE RULES COMMITTEE BY REQUEST OF THE GOVERNOR, entitled: "An Act giving notice of and approving the entry into, and the issuance of certificates of participation for, a lease-purchase agreement for a seafood and food safety laboratory facility; and providing for an effective date." was read the first time and referred to the State Affairs, Resources, and Finance Committees. The following fiscal information was published today: Fiscal Note No. 1, Department of Environmental Conservation Fiscal Note No. 2, Department of Revenue Fiscal Note No. 3, Department of Administration Governor's transmittal letter dated January 10: Dear President Halford: The state's food safety laboratory plays a vital role in protecting the health of Alaskans. It tests finfish, shellfish and dairy products to be certain they're safe for human consumption, certifies private drinking water laboratories, and works with commercial processors in developing food products. The laboratory facility is now outdated and woefully inadequate. In addition, the current lease will soon expire, requiring the facility to be relocated. The Legislature has recognized the need for replacement through previous planning and design appropriations. This bill I transmit today is the next and final step in providing Alaskans with a