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sjd-21st day
Charleston, W. Va., Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Pending the reading of the Journal of Monday, January 28, 2008,
Eng. Com. Sub. for House Bill No. 3215--A Bill to amend and reenact §18B-1-2 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended; and to amend and reenact §18B-3C-8 of said code, all relating to defined terms; statewide network of independently accredited community and technical colleges; removing the administrative link between Shepherd University and Blue Ridge Community and Technical College; designating Blue Ridge Community and Technical College as a free-standing community and technical college; and deleting obsolete provisions.
Eng. House Bill No. 4072--A Bill to amend and reenact the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, by adding thereto a new section, designated §30-13-25, relating to regulatory board review of the Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.
Eng. House Bill No. 4073--A Bill to amend and reenact §30-31-15 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, relating to regulatory board review of the West Virginia Board of Examiners in Counseling.
Eng. House Bill No. 4078--A Bill to amend and reenact º29-8-2, º29-8-3, º29-8-4 and º29-8-5 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, all relating to the termination of the Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park Commission; exempting the termination of the commission from the wind down provisions of §4-10-12; and providing for the transfer of all remaining property and authority of the commission to the Division of Natural Resources.
Eng. House Bill No. 4085--A Bill to amend and reenact §30-36- 20 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, relating to regulatory board review of the West Virginia Acupuncture Board.
Senate Bill No. 7, Establishing Flood Protection Planning Council.
On motion of Senator Fanning, the bill (S. B. No. 7) contained in the foregoing report from the Committee on Natural Resources was then referred to the Committee on Finance.
Senate Bill No. 334, Creating senior status family court judges panel.
Com. Sub. for Senate Bill No. 334 (originating in the Committee on the Judiciary)--A Bill to amend and reenact §51-2A-19 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, relating to creating a panel of senior status family court judges; providing temporary assignment of such judges; and providing for reasonable payment.
Senate Bill No. 335, Authorizing Supreme Court to appoint senior status magistrate assistants.
Com. Sub. for Senate Bill No. 335 (originating in the Committee on the Judiciary)--A Bill to amend and reenact §50-1-6a and §50-1-9b of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, all relating to providing for reasonable payment for senior status magistrates; authorizing the Supreme Court of Appeals to create a panel of senior status magistrate assistants; and providing for reasonable payment.
The bills (Com. Sub. for S. B. Nos. 334 and 335), under the original double committee references, were then referred to the Committee on Finance.
House Concurrent Resolution No. 7, Supporting the efforts of the Town of Matewan to obtain National Park status for the Matewan Historic Landmark District.
Senate Bill No. 478--A Bill to amend and reenact §49-7-33 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, relating to payment for professional services by the Department of Health and Human Resources pursuant to a court order.
By Senators Barnes, Love, Green and Hall:
Senate Bill No. 479--A Bill to amend and reenact §15-2B-6 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended; and to amend said code by adding thereto thirteen new sections, designated §15-2B-14, §15-2B-15, §15-2B-16, §15-2B-17, §15-2B-18, §15-2B-19, §15-2B-20, §15-2B-21, §15-2B-22, §15-2B-23, §15-2B-24, §15-2B-25 and §15-2B-26, all relating to the collection of DNA samples from persons arrested for certain felonies.
By Senators Edgell, Wells, Green, Hall, Plymale, Foster, Hunter, McKenzie, Jenkins, Kessler and Deem:
Senate Bill No. 480--A Bill to amend and reenact §18A-4-2a of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, relating to payment of National Board for Professional Teaching Standards salary bonus to holders subsequently employed in certain administrative and instructional leadership positions.
Senate Bill No. 481--A Bill to amend and reenact §27-5-2 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, relating to authority of physician assistants to conduct examinations in the mental health hygiene process.
By Senators Edgell, Hunter, McCabe, White, Kessler and Plymale:
Senate Bill No. 482--A Bill to amend the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, by adding thereto a new article, designated §22-5A-1, §22-5A-2, §22-5A-3, §22-5A-4, §22-5A-5, §22-5A-6, §22-5A-7, §22-5A-8, §22-5A-9, §22-5A-10 and §22-5A-11; to amend and reenact §22-6-6 and §22-6-9 of said code; to amend and reenact §22-7-3, §22-7-5 and §22-7-7 of said code; and to amend said code by adding thereto a new section, designated §22-7-9, all relating to rights, administration and enforcement of oil and gas wells; and surface owner bill of rights.
By Senators Barnes, Sprouse, Sypolt, Boley and Deem:
Senate Bill No. 483--A Bill to amend the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, by adding thereto a new section, designated §29-22B-1715, relating to the prohibition of operating a video lottery game or video lottery terminal between six a.m and one p.m. on Sundays; exceptions; and establishment of criminal penalties.
Senate Bill No. 484--A Bill to amend and reenact §62-6-6a of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, relating to the disposition of prisoners.
Senate Bill No. 485--A Bill to amend the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, by adding thereto a new section, designated §33-42-9, relating to requiring that every woman seeking an abortion be given the opportunity to see an ultrasound image of the fetus; prescribing a criminal penalty for violations of said section; and providing that nothing in said section can be construed as approving of abortion.
By Senators Barnes and Hall:
Senate Bill No. 486--A Bill to amend and reenact §18A-3-2a of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, relating to the qualifications of certified professional educators to be state athletic coaches and other extracurricular activity coaches.
Senate Bill No. 487--A Bill to amend and reenact §5A-3B-1 and §5A-3B-2 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, all relating to authorizing counties and municipalities to enter into contracts for energy-savings contracts.
Senate Bill No. 488--A Bill to amend and reenact §33-42-3 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, relating to providing that when any body part of an unborn child is outside the mother's womb, the child is born and is considered a citizen of the state with same rights and privileges under the law as any other citizen.
Senate Bill No. 489--A Bill to amend the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, by adding thereto a new section, designated §33-42-9, relating to ensuring that medical workers have the right to refuse to participate in any abortion-related activity without fear of disciplinary action or dismissal; and prescribing criminal penalties for violations of section.
Senators Edgell, Wells, Green, Hall, Plymale, Foster, Jenkins, Hunter, Stollings and Kessler offered the following resolution:
Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 32-- Requesting the Joint Committee on Government and Finance study methods of implementing daily physical education classes for all students in a cost- efficient manner, as well as methods of promoting adequate sleep for all students.
Whereas, Subcommittee A of the Joint Standing Committee on Education heard testimony on the costs and benefits of requiring daily physical education for all students during the 2007-2008 interim period; and
Whereas, The testimony indicated that medical costs attributed to obesity in West Virginia are $588 million annually; and
Whereas, The testimony indicated that physical activity is a proven strategy for obesity prevention; and
Whereas, Inadequate sleep could make it more difficult for students to participate in daily physical education classes and more difficult for students to learn; and
Whereas, Subcommittee A of the Joint Standing Committee on Education recommended that further study be conducted during the 2008-2009 interim period on implementing daily physical education classes in a cost-efficient manner while promoting adequate sleep for all students; therefore, be it
That the Joint Committee on Government and Finance is hereby requested to study methods of implementing daily physical education classes for all students in a cost-efficient manner, as well as methods of promoting adequate sleep for all students; and, be it
Senators Bailey, Love and Hunter offered the following resolution:
Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 33-- Requesting the Joint Committee on Government and Finance study feasibility of a four-day work week, consisting of 10-hour days, for city, county and state employees.
Whereas, Normal business hours limit citizens' ability to access their government because citizens of this state are working during those hours, too; and
Whereas, The rising cost of gas prices puts a strain on government employees finances. Limiting the number of times they must drive to work will leave more income at their disposal; therefore, be it
That the Joint Committee on Government and Finance is hereby requested to study the feasibility of a four-day work week, consisting of 10-hour days for city, county and state employees; and, be it
Senate Resolution No. 10--Designating January 29, 2008, as "West Virginia State Grange Day".
Whereas, Voluntary association with the Grange not only provides the benefits of economic and political cooperation for its members, but also elevates their character by providing social, cultural and educational programs, along with opportunities for personal growth; and
Whereas, The Grange increases the influence of each of its members by giving them an opportunity to serve their community through projects and programs that make a difference in the lives of children, youth and neighbors in need of assistance; and
That the Senate hereby designates January 29, 2008, as "West Virginia State Grange Day"; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Clerk is hereby requested to forward a copy of this resolution to the appropriate representatives of the West Virginia State Grange.
Senators Bailey, Tomblin (Mr. President), Boley, Caruth, Chafin, Deem, Edgell, Facemyer, Fanning, Foster, Green, Guills, Hall, Helmick, Hunter, Jenkins, Kessler, Love, McCabe, McKenzie, Minard, Oliverio, Plymale, Prezioso, Sprouse, Stollings, Sypolt, Wells, White and Yoder offered the following resolution:
Senate Resolution No. 11-- Designating January 29, 2008, as "Community Action Day".
Whereas, Community action agencies in West Virginia work to assist low-income citizens; and
Whereas, Community action agencies have been serving low- income families throughout the 55 counties for more than 35 years; and
That the Senate hereby designates January 29, 2008, as "Community Action Day"; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Senate invites all members of the Legislature and all citizens of West Virginia to join in recognizing the value and importance of community action programs in West Virginia; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Clerk is hereby requested to forward a copy of this resolution to the West Virginia Community Action Partnership.
Senator Jenkins presented a petition from Cindy Dixon and sixteen faculty and staff members of Prichard Elementary School, supporting Senate Bill No. 68 (Providing one-time option for certain Defined Contribution Retirement System members to opt in to State Teachers Retirement System).
Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 34 (originating in the Committee on Rules)-- Amending the Joint Rules of the Senate and House of Delegates.
When the Legislature is not sitting in regular session, upon receipt of an application, petition or related document from a county commission by the Clerk of Senate and the Clerk of the House of Delegates, it shall be processed as a regular order of business at the next regular session following receipt of the application, petition or related document.
If an application or petition to reform, alter or modify a county commission filed with the Legislature is determined to have an unconstitutional provision, then the President or Speaker may: (a) Request that the application or petition be corrected and resubmitted; or (b) the Legislature may make changes necessary to meet the constitutional objection. A corrected application or petition may be processed by the Legislature if there is sufficient time remaining in the session for full consideration. If any request by the Legislature to correct an application or petition prevents full consideration of that application or petition during the session in which it would have been considered, the House and the Senate may process the corrected application or petition at the next regular session.
Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 31, Requesting Division of Highways name bridge in Delbarton, Mingo County, "Thomas Elbert Muncy, Jr., Memorial Bridge".
Senate Resolution No. 8, Expressing support for West Virginia University Institute of Technology.
At the request of Senator White, and by unanimous consent, the resolution was taken up for immediate consideration, reference to a committee dispensed with, and adopted.
Eng. Senate Bill No. 72, Expanding Route 2 and Interstate 68 Authority territory.
On the passage of the bill, the yeas were: Bailey, Barnes, Boley, Bowman, Caruth, Deem, Edgell, Facemyer, Fanning, Foster, Green, Guills, Hall, Helmick, Hunter, Jenkins, Love, McCabe, Minard, Plymale, Sprouse, Stollings, Sypolt, Unger, Wells, White, Yoder and Tomblin (Mr. President)--28.
The nays were: Chafin, Kessler, McKenzie, Oliverio and Prezioso--5.
So, a majority of all the members present and voting having voted in the affirmative, the President declared the bill (Eng. S. B. No. 72) passed with its title.
Eng. Senate Bill No. 236, Eliminating obsolete election language.
So, a majority of all the members present and voting having voted in the affirmative, the President declared the bill (Eng. S. B. No. 236) passed with its title.
Eng. Senate Bill No. 270, Eliminating provisions requiring circuit clerks handle and disburse inmate moneys.
So, a majority of all the members present and voting having voted in the affirmative, the President declared the bill (Eng. S. B. No. 270) passed with its title.
Com. Sub. for Senate Bill No. 234, Creating Maternal Mortality Review Team.
Senate Bill No. 459, Authorizing rules of School Building Authority and Higher Education Policy Commission.
Remarks were made by Senators Prezioso, Kessler, Jenkins, Yoder, Hunter, Caruth and Plymale.
Thereafter, at the request of Senator Edgell, and by unanimous consent, the remarks by Senator Kessler were ordered printed in the Appendix to the Journal.
At the request of Senator Barnes, and by unanimous consent, the remarks by Senator Yoder were ordered printed in the Appendix to the Journal.
At the request of Senator Hunter, unanimous consent being granted, the remarks by Senator Prezioso were ordered printed in the Appendix to the Journal.
At the request of Senator Hall, and by unanimous consent, the remarks by Senators Hunter and Caruth were ordered printed in the Appendix to the Journal.
At the request of Senator Unger, the name of Senator Unger was removed as a sponsor of Senate Bill No. 456, (Authorizing Department of Environmental Protection promulgate legislative rule relating to antidegradation implementation procedures), Senate Bill No. 457 (Authorizing Ethics Commission promulgate legislative rule relating to solicitation and receipt of gifts and charitable contributions by public employees and officials) and Senate Bill No. 458 (Authorizing Lottery Commission promulgate legislative rule relating to racetrack table games).
On motion of Senator Chafin, the Senate adjourned until tomorrow, Wednesday, January 30, 2008, at 11 a.m.