THE NINETY-SECOND DAY
Carson City(Monday), May 7, 2001
Senate called to order at 11:40 a.m.
President pro Tempore Jacobsen presiding.
Roll called.
All present.
Prayer by the Chaplain, Reverend Ruth Hanusa.
Dear God, we pray for all who work in this place:
for Republicans and Democrats, who together express the will of the people;
for law-makers and lobbyists, conservatives and liberals, majorities and minorities;
for those who argue for special cause, and those who seek to decide for the common good;
for cleaners and receptionists, for coffee-makers and ushers, for pages and guards;
for those who fill water glasses, those who haul reams of paper, those who update journals;
for recorders and reporters;
for drafters and crafters;
for talkers and baulkers;
for the powerful and the peons;
for those who polish floors and those who polish words;
for those who keep the calendar and those who keep the peace;
for those who stick to their guns and those who change their minds.
For all these we pray, O God. May they never weary in well doing. Guide them, bless them, sustain them by Your Grace.
Amen.
Pledge of allegiance to the Flag.
Senator Raggio moved that further reading of the Journal be dispensed with, and the President pro Tempore and Secretary be authorized to make the necessary corrections and additions.
Motion carried.
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
Mr. President pro Tempore:
Your Committee on Finance, to which was re-referred Senate Bill No. 505, has had the same under consideration, and begs leave to report the same back with the recommendation: Do pass.
William J. Raggio, Chairman
Mr. President pro Tempore:
Your Committee on Human Resources and Facilities, to which were referred Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 24; Assembly Concurrent Resolution No. 7, has had the same under consideration, and begs leave to report the same back with the recommendation: Be adopted.
Raymond D. Rawson, Chairman
MESSAGES FROM THE ASSEMBLY
Assembly Chamber, Carson City, May 4, 2001
To the Honorable the Senate:
I have the honor to inform your honorable body that the Assembly on this day passed Senate Bills Nos. 17, 118.
Also, I have the honor to inform your honorable body that the Assembly on this day adopted Assembly Concurrent Resolution No. 2.
Patricia R. Williams
Assistant Chief Clerk of the Assembly
MOTIONS, RESOLUTIONS AND NOTICES
By Senators Raggio, Amodei, Care, Carlton, Coffin, Jacobsen, James, Mathews, McGinness, Neal, O'Connell, O'Donnell, Porter, Rawson, Rhoads, Schneider, Shaffer, Titus, Townsend, Washington, Wiener; Assemblymen Anderson, Angle, Arberry, Bache, Beers, Berman, Brower, Brown, Buckley, Carpenter, Cegavske, Chowning, Claborn, Collins, de Braga, Dini, Freeman, Gibbons, Giunchigliani, Goldwater, Gustavson, Hettrick, Humke, Koivisto, Lee, Leslie, Manendo, Marvel, McClain, Mortenson, Neighbors, Nolan, Oceguera, Ohrenschall, Parks, Parnell, Perkins, Price, Smith, Tiffany, Von Tobel and Williams:
Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 37—Commending a recipient of the 2001 Prudential Spirit of Community Award, Jennifer Johansson.
Whereas, Jennifer Johansson, an esteemed resident of Reno and a student at Bishop Manogue High School, recently received national recognition for exemplary volunteer service as a recipient of the 2001 Prudential Spirit of Community Award; and
Whereas, This prestigious award, presented by The Prudential Insurance Company of America in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals, honors young volunteers across America who have demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to serving their communities by showing personal initiative and leadership in providing volunteer service; and
Whereas, Jennifer Johansson earned this award by giving generously of her time and energy to raise money to fight Iodine Deficiency Disorder, the leading cause of mental retardation among poor and uneducated people around the world; and
Whereas, By demonstrating exceptional leadership qualities and outstanding service to her community, Jennifer Johansson serves as an inspiration and role model to the young people of the State of Nevada; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of Nevada, the Assembly Concurring, That the members of the 71st session of the Nevada Legislature do hereby commend Jennifer Johansson for her leadership and initiative, and congratulate her for receiving the Prudential Spirit of Community Award; and be it further
Resolved, That the Nevada Legislature commends Jennifer Johansson for her generosity of spirit and selfless endeavors in volunteering her time to the residents of her community and the State of Nevada; and be it further
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate prepare and transmit a copy of this resolution to Jennifer Johansson.
Senator Raggio moved the adoption of the resolution.
Remarks by Senator Raggio.
Senator Raggio requested that his remarks be entered in the Journal.
Thank you, Mr. President pro Tempore. There are a limited number of students in America who qualify and receive this national recognition. The young lady who is with us today, Jennifer Johansson, is a recipient of the 2001 Prudential Spirit of Community Award which is an award sponsored by the Prudential Insurance Company in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals. This young lady is a student at Bishop Manogue High School in Reno. She earned this award, not only as an outstanding student but also by giving her time to fight Iodine Deficiency Disorder. As the resolution indicates, this is one of the leading causes of mental retardation among the underprivileged in the world. It is an unusual effort, and one that deserves significant recognition. When one of our own students receives this prestigious award, it is important we commend her for her work. This is an appropriate recognition for a talented young lady with exceptional leadership who is a role model for all of those in school. I urge you to join with me to recognize her.
Resolution adopted.
Senator Raggio moved that all rules be suspended and that Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 37 be immediately transmitted to the Assembly.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. President pro Tempore announced that if there were no objections, the Senate would recess subject to the call of the Chair.
Senate in recess at 11:50 a.m.
SENATE IN SESSION
At 11:52 a.m.
President pro Tempore Jacobsen presiding.
Quorum present.
By Senators Raggio, Amodei, Care, Carlton, Coffin, Jacobsen, James, Mathews, McGinness, Neal, O'Connell, O'Donnell, Porter, Rawson, Rhoads, Schneider, Shaffer, Titus, Townsend, Washington, Wiener; Assemblymen Dini, Anderson, Angle, Arberry, Bache, Beers, Berman, Brower, Brown, Buckley, Carpenter, Cegavske, Chowning, Claborn, Collins, de Braga, Freeman, Gibbons, Giunchigliani, Goldwater, Gustavson, Hettrick, Humke, Koivisto, Lee, Leslie, Manendo, Marvel, McClain, Mortenson, Neighbors, Nolan, Oceguera, Ohrenschall, Parks, Parnell, Perkins, Price, Smith, Tiffany, Von Tobel and Williams:
Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 38—Memorializing former lobbyist Lee Smith.
Whereas, The members of the Nevada Legislature note with sadness the passing of Leland Geary Smith on September 12, 1999; and
Whereas, Born on August 31, 1928, in Hayward, California, Leland Geary Smith lived in California until after his graduation from Stanford University, which followed his service in the United States Army during World War II; and
Whereas, A resident of Nevada for over 40 years, Lee Smith had access and connections to people at all levels and in all locations throughout the state who trusted and supported him when he called on them to help with his countless campaigns and charitable causes; and
Whereas, Lee Smith’s knowledge of politics, his great respect for the contribution mining has made in creating and sustaining Nevada and his deep conviction in promoting only what was in the best interest of the state created the combination that made him a well-known and respected lobbyist; and
Whereas, From the beginning, in his work with the Nevada Mining Association, Lee Smith stressed the need for education of legislators, regulators and the general public to increase awareness of the importance of mining and its economic impact on this state, and to promote this understanding, he constantly prodded the mining industry to conduct tours of their facilities for both friends and foes of mining; and
Whereas, Holding a deep commitment to the idea that persons in business and industry have knowledge and abilities that are valuable to young people throughout their school years, Lee Smith worked to create opportunities that would enable industry to contribute to the educational system of Nevada; and
Whereas, Because of his strong belief in the important role of education in promoting industry and creating the best life possible for the residents of Nevada, Lee Smith was a strong supporter and active participant in the Mackay School of Mines, the University of Nevada, Reno, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, the Desert Research Institute and the Boys and Girls Club of Truckee Meadows and he also served on the President’s Advisory Board of the Community College of Southern Nevada; and
Whereas, One of Lee Smith’s greatest contributions was his involvement in the founding and continuing development of the McCaw School of Mines in Henderson, an interactive learning center that seeks to spark in elementary school students an interest in and enthusiasm for the history and economic contributions of mining in Nevada and exposes them to the current and varied employment opportunities in the industry of mining; and
Whereas, Lee Smith has been memorialized by a mine named in his honor at the Anglo Gold Jerritt Canyon Joint Venture site, and is survived by his sons, John, Steve and Sean, all of Reno, a brother, Jack, of Hayward, and two grandsons; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of Nevada, the Assembly Concurring, That the members of the 71st session of the Nevada Legislature extend their deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Leland Geary Smith; and be it further
Resolved, That Lee Smith will be remembered for his infectious laugh, his positive outlook on life and his genuine interest in each person he met, as well as for his contributions in joining the worlds of politics, industry and education in the State of Nevada; and be it further
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate prepare and transmit a copy of this resolution to Lee Smith’s sons, John, Steve and Sean Smith.
Senator Raggio moved the adoption of the resolution.
Remarks by Senators Raggio, O'Connell, Shaffer, Titus, Schneider, Neal and Porter.
Senator Raggio requested that the following remarks be entered in the Journal.
Senator Raggio:
As usual, this resolution bears the names of all the Senators. Each one of us knew Lee Smith personally. It was with sadness we learned last September that Lee had died. We knew he had been ill, but his death was unexpected. It came as a shock to each of us.
Over the years, Lee was one of the fixtures at the Legislature. There are lobbyists, and there are lobbyists, but Lee ranked with the best. Lee Smith was not only a lobbyist, he was a contributor, a friend and someone who helped to make this process what it is today. Lee Smith could be counted on to assist, whether it was an issue in which he was involved or not. He was a gentleman at all times. I do not know anyone who ever had an unkind word to say about Lee Smith. He would help on efforts involving the Legislative process. If any legislator had a personal problem or a concern, Lee could be counted on to offer his help and assistance.
On a personal note, he was extremely kind to my late wife when she was experiencing illness. I looked to him for a lot of support. It was with great sadness I learned he was ill and had died. I think it is appropriate; it was suggested by many here to have this resolution; it is a combined thought. We should take a moment to honor his memory, to offer our condolences to his family and ask the good Lord to keep an eye on Lee. I know he is probably watching us and is up there with the likes of George Vargas, Jim Joyce and others who have graced these halls. If there is a 1-10 ranking for lobbyists, then Lee is an 11. I would ask that we all join, today, and remember Lee Smith, a gentleman, a person who cared and contributed a great deal to our efforts here.
Senator O'Connell:
Thank you, Mr. President, I would like to add a “me too” to everything the Majority Leader has said. To his sons, I say, I certainly do support this resolution in honor of your father. He was a gentleman, a dear friend and is sorely missed.
Senator Shaffer:
Thank you, Mr. President. I, like many in this body today, remember Lee vividly. He was a kind man. Coming out of southern Nevada, we do not have an abundance of mines to visit or to know much about. I met Lee in 1985 when he gave me a good education on the mining industry and how it affects our State and the nation. One thing about Lee, if I ever wanted to know what was happening in that industry, all I had to do was give him a call. He was current on what was happening, and he was way ahead of many in predicting what would happen. He treated my wife, Sharon, and me well. We would see him frequently when he would come to southern Nevada. He always had a kind word for everyone. I never heard him say anything derogatory about anyone no matter whether it was his enemy or a dear friend. He always spoke well of everyone. I hope he knows we are talking about him today.
Senator Titus:
Thank you, Mr. President pro Tempore. Lee Smith was a delightful man who protected the mining industry but did it in a fair, open-minded and compromising, rather than confrontational, manner. Perhaps, that is why he was so successful and so well liked and respected. He also was extremely generous, and I thank him for his contributions to the Gordon McCaw School mining project, which is in my district and has brought both joy and knowledge to many young people in southern Nevada.
Senator Schneider:
Thank you, Mr. President. I, too, rise in support of this resolution. I would like to relate a story to you about Lee. Several years ago, Dr. Janet Daubler approached me at a reception and asked who in the mining industry would be interested in helping her develop a School of Mines in Las Vegas. I told her there was only one person to talk to and that would be Lee. I introduced her to Lee Smith. That is all I did, and the school just grew out of the ground. Lee went to people in the mining industry and said, “This is what we have to do. We have to get involved with this school and help fund this.” Just on his word, the school grew. That is the type of respect Lee had from his industry. I would like to say to Sean and his brothers that I really miss him.
Senator Neal:
Mr. President pro Tempore, I, like many others, had a grand experience with Lee Smith while he served here as a lobbyist. Lee had a way of getting next to you, even though you might disagree with him, but it would not stop him from coming by and talking to you and telling you about his issues. I know over the years, during which he served as a lobbyist, representing the mines, we had many occasions where I disagreed with him on issues. I sometimes voted against issues that he was concerned about. But it did not stop him from coming by and talking to me and even inviting my wife and me out to dinner. He knew how to get to you. He said, “Joe, when your wife comes up here next time, be sure to let her know that we would like to take you and her out to dinner.” Three or four times over the years that did happen, and my wife respected Lee. He was the only lobbyist she knew.
I, too, was saddened to hear of his death because over the years, and particularly during the election before last, we became very friendly. He would come to Las Vegas, and we would have lunch. He would talk about many things, and we shared many ideas. As the time rolled on, I respected him and his ideas. I began to vote with him a lot, which did not happen in the early days when we first met. I support this resolution because it is respectful of a person who was respectful of a process, who, as some have indicated, did not come to you in a confrontational way but soft spoken to let you know what his issue was and how it could help the State. That is what he was about. I appreciated knowing him.
Senator Porter:
Thank you, Mr. President. I, too, rise in support of Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 38. I had the opportunity of meeting Lee when I was Mayor of Boulder City, a decade or more ago. I thought Lee was the mining industry. He was the only individual who would spend time with all the communities splitting the issues and challenges. I never dreamed a decade ago that I would be working with Lee and with my wife, Laurie, at Gordon McCaw School of Mines where Laurie was the school librarian. We spent a lot of time together, Lee covering issues.
Growing up in Iowa, we had this story that if you lived in a small town and talked to a city slicker, they would say, “We don’t need farmers because we buy our groceries at Safeway.” The same thing was true with mining. He would share with me how people forgot about the importance of mining to our economy, to our country and to the world. He would say the same thing the farmers said, “A lot of people say they don’t need miners because they can go to the store and buy all of the products they need.” Lee had a major impact on our lives and our family. I share in honoring Lee Smith far more than as a former lobbyist but as a friend of Nevada and as a friend of mine.
Resolution adopted.
Senator Raggio moved that all rules be suspended and that Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 38 be immediately transmitted to the Assembly.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. President pro Tempore announced that if there were no objections, the Senate would recess subject to the call of the Chair.
Senate in recess at 12:09 p.m.
SENATE IN SESSION
At 12:10 p.m.
President pro Tempore Jacobsen presiding.
Quorum present.
Assembly Concurrent Resolution No. 2.
Senator Rawson moved that the resolution be referred to the Committee on Human Resources and Facilities.
Motion carried.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Senator James requested that Assembly Bills Nos. 155, 266, 427, 542, be taken from the Consent Calendar and placed on the Second Reading File.
Assembly Bills Nos. 11, 98, 100, 181, 406, 570.
Bills read by number.
Roll call on Assembly Bills Nos. 11, 98, 100, 181, 406, 570:
Yeas—21.
Nays—None.
Assembly Bills Nos. 11, 98, 100, 181, 406, 570 having received a constitutional majority, Mr. President pro Tempore declared them passed.
Bills ordered transmitted to the Assembly.
SECOND READING AND AMENDMENT
Assembly Bill No. 259.
Bill read second time and ordered to third reading.
Assembly Bill No. 361.
Bill read second time.
The following amendment was proposed by the Committee on Taxation:
Amendment No. 653.
Amend section 1, page 1, by deleting lines 4 through 12 and inserting:
“(a) Shall, on or before February 16 of each year, file with the department a statement showing the gross yield and claimed net proceeds from each geographically separate operation where a mineral is extracted by that person during the calendar year immediately preceding the year in which the statement is filed.”.
Amend section 1, page 1, by deleting lines 18 and 19 and inserting:
“(a) Show the claimed deductions from the gross yield in the”.
Amend section 1, page 2, lines 4 and 5 by deleting: “subparagraph (1) of paragraph (a) of”.
Amend section 1, page 2, by deleting lines 9 through 14.
Amend sec. 5, page 5, by deleting line 7 and inserting:
“Sec. 5. NRS 362.145 is hereby repealed.”.
Amend the text of repealed sections by deleting the text of NRS 362.115.
Senator McGinness moved the adoption of the amendment.
Remarks by Senator McGinness.
Amendment adopted.
Bill ordered reprinted, engrossed and to third reading.
Assembly Bill No. 400.
Bill read second time and ordered to third reading.
Assembly Bill No. 535.
Bill read second time and ordered to third reading.
Assembly Bill No. 582.
Bill read second time and ordered to third reading.
Assembly Bill No. 586.
Bill read second time and ordered to third reading.
Assembly Joint Resolution No. 12.
Resolution read second time and ordered to third reading.
Assembly Joint Resolution No. 13 of the 70th Session.
Resolution read second time and ordered to third reading.
Assembly Bill No. 155.
Bill read second time and ordered to third reading.
Assembly Bill No. 266.
Bill read second time and ordered to third reading.
Assembly Bill No. 427.
Bill read second time and ordered to third reading.
Assembly Bill No. 542.
Bill read second time and ordered to third reading.
GENERAL FILE AND THIRD READING
Senate Bill No. 367.
Bill read third time.
The following amendment was proposed by the Committee on Finance:
Amendment No. 648.
Amend section 1, page 1, line 3, before “pregnancies” by inserting: “early sexual activity and”.
Amend section 1, page 1, by deleting line 13.
Amend section 1, page 1, line 14, by deleting “(6)” and inserting “(5)”.
Amend section 1, page 1, line 15, by deleting “(7)” and inserting “(6)”.
Amend section 1, page 1, by deleting line 16 and inserting:
“(7) One representative of a faith-based organization;
(8) One parent who resides in this state, is not employed by the state or a local government and is not qualified to be appointed to the state partnership pursuant to subparagraphs (1) to (6), inclusive, or (9) of this paragraph;
(9) One person who represents a child-placing agency licensed pursuant to NRS 127.250;
(10) Two persons who represent different populations with high rates of teen pregnancy, as determined by the administrator; and”.
Amend section 1, page 1, line 17, by deleting “(9)” and inserting “(11)”.
Amend section 1, page 2, line 9, by deleting “(8),” and inserting “(10),”.
Amend sec. 5, page 3, line 2, after “to” by inserting: “prevent or delay early sexual activity and”.
Amend sec. 5, page 3, by deleting lines 7 through 11 and inserting:
“(a) A social marketing campaign that is designed to prevent or delay early sexual activity or reduce the rate of pregnancies among unmarried teenage girls in Nevada, or both, and targets populations with the highest rates of teen pregnancy.
(b) A social marketing campaign that is designed to prevent or delay early sexual activity or reduce the rate of pregnancies among unmarried teenage girls in Nevada, or both, and targets adult”.
Amend sec. 6, page 3, line 25, by deleting “with appropriate” and inserting: “with:
(1) Appropriate”.
Amend sec. 6, page 3, between lines 27 and 28, by inserting:
“(2) Instruction on the laws of this state that are applicable to the local project, including, without limitation, the provisions of NRS 389.065.”.
Amend sec. 6, page 3, by deleting line 38 and inserting: “prevent or delay early sexual activity or reduce the rate of pregnancies among unmarried teenage girls in Nevada, or both,”.
Amend sec. 6, page 3, by deleting lines 41 and 42 and inserting: “extensive evaluation, proven to be successful in preventing or delaying early sexual activity or reducing the rate of pregnancies among unmarried teenage girls in Nevada, or both; or”.
Amend sec. 6, page 3, by deleting line 45 and inserting: “prevent or delay early sexual activity or reduce the rate of pregnancies among unmarried teenage girls in Nevada, or both.”.
Amend sec. 7, page 4, by deleting line 3 and inserting: “preventing or delaying early sexual activity or reducing the rate of pregnancies among unmarried teenage girls in Nevada, or both.”.
Amend the title of the bill, first line, after “activities to” by inserting: “prevent or delay early sexual activity and”.
Amend the summary of the bill to read as follows:
Senator Raggio moved the adoption of the amendment.
Remarks by Senator Raggio.
Amendment adopted.
Bill ordered reprinted, engrossed and to third reading.
Senate Bill No. 569.
Bill read third time.
Roll call on Senate Bill No. 569:
Yeas—21.
Nays—None.
Senate Bill No. 569 having received a constitutional majority, Mr. President pro Tempore declared it passed.
Bill ordered transmitted to the Assembly.
Assembly Bill No. 13.
Bill read third time.
Remarks by Senators Neal and Rawson.
Roll call on Assembly Bill No. 13:
Yeas—21.
Nays—None.
Assembly Bill No. 13 having received a constitutional majority, Mr. President pro Tempore declared it passed.
Bill ordered transmitted to the Assembly.
Assembly Bill No. 38.
Bill read third time.
Roll call on Assembly Bill No. 38:
Yeas—21.
Nays—None.
Assembly Bill No. 38 having received a constitutional majority, Mr. President pro Tempore declared it passed.
Bill ordered transmitted to the Assembly.
Assembly Bill No. 55.
Bill read third time.
Roll call on Assembly Bill No. 55:
Yeas—21.
Nays—None.
Assembly Bill No. 55 having received a constitutional majority, Mr. President pro Tempore declared it passed.
Bill ordered transmitted to the Assembly.
Assembly Bill No. 62.
Bill read third time.
Remarks by Senators Neal and James.
Senator O'Connell disclosed that her husband is chairman of a bank.
Roll call on Assembly Bill No. 62:
Yeas—21.
Nays—None.
Assembly Bill No. 62 having received a constitutional majority, Mr. President pro Tempore declared it passed.
Bill ordered transmitted to the Assembly.
Assembly Bill No. 126.
Bill read third time.
Roll call on Assembly Bill No. 126:
Yeas—21.
Nays—None.
Assembly Bill No. 126 having received a constitutional majority, Mr. President pro Tempore declared it passed.
Bill ordered transmitted to the Assembly.
Assembly Bill No. 148.
Bill read third time.
Remarks by Senators Neal, Wiener and James.
Roll call on Assembly Bill No. 148:
Yeas—21.
Nays—None.
Assembly Bill No. 148 having received a constitutional majority, Mr. President pro Tempore declared it passed.
Bill ordered transmitted to the Assembly.
Assembly Bill No. 203.
Bill read third time.
Roll call on Assembly Bill No. 203:
Yeas—21.
Nays—None.
Assembly Bill No. 203 having received a constitutional majority, Mr. President pro Tempore declared it passed.
Bill ordered transmitted to the Assembly.
Assembly Bill No. 204.
Bill read third time.
Remarks by Senators Neal and Townsend.
Roll call on Assembly Bill No. 204:
Yeas—21.
Nays—None.
Assembly Bill No. 204 having received a constitutional majority, Mr. President pro Tempore declared it passed.
Bill ordered transmitted to the Assembly.
Assembly Bill No. 290.
Bill read third time.
Roll call on Assembly Bill No. 290:
Yeas—21.
Nays—None.
Assembly Bill No. 290 having received a two-thirds majority, Mr. President pro Tempore declared it passed.
Bill ordered transmitted to the Assembly.
Assembly Bill No. 301.
Bill read third time.
Remarks by Senators Neal and Rhoads.
Roll call on Assembly Bill No. 301:
Yeas—21.
Nays—None.
Assembly Bill No. 301 having received a constitutional majority, Mr. President pro Tempore declared it passed.
Bill ordered transmitted to the Assembly.
Assembly Bill No. 310.
Bill read third time.
Roll call on Assembly Bill No. 310:
Yeas—21.
Nays—None.
Assembly Bill No. 310 having received a two-thirds majority, Mr. President pro Tempore declared it passed.
Bill ordered transmitted to the Assembly.
Assembly Bill No. 335.
Bill read third time.
Roll call on Assembly Bill No. 335:
Yeas—21.
Nays—None.
Assembly Bill No. 335 having received a constitutional majority, Mr. President pro Tempore declared it passed.
Bill ordered transmitted to the Assembly.
Assembly Bill No. 621.
Bill read third time.
Senator O'Connell disclosed that her husband is a realtor and broker.
Senator O'Donnell disclosed that he is a broker.
Senator Townsend disclosed that his wife is a broker.
Roll call on Assembly Bill No. 621:
Yeas—21.
Nays—None.
Assembly Bill No. 621 having received a constitutional majority, Mr. President pro Tempore declared it passed.
Bill ordered transmitted to the Assembly.
Assembly Bill No. 656.
Bill read third time.
Roll call on Assembly Bill No. 656:
Yeas—21.
Nays—None.
Assembly Bill No. 656 having received a constitutional majority, Mr. President pro Tempore declared it passed.
Bill ordered transmitted to the Assembly.
Assembly Joint Resolution No. 6.
Resolution read third time.
Roll call on Assembly Joint Resolution No. 6:
Yeas—21.
Nays—None.
Assembly Joint Resolution No. 6 having received a constitutional majority, Mr. President pro Tempore declared it passed.
Resolution ordered transmitted to the Assembly.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Consideration of Assembly Amendments
Senate Bill No. 203.
The following Assembly amendment was read:
Amendment No. 642.
Amend sec. 4, page 2, line 10, by deleting “for children”.
Senator McGinness moved that the Senate concur in the Assembly amendment to Senate Bill No. 203.
Remarks by Senator McGinness.
Motion carried by a constitutional majority.
Bill ordered enrolled.
Signing of Bills and Resolutions
There being no objections, the President pro Tempore and Secretary signed Senate Bills Nos. 45, 50, 52, 281, 300; Senate Joint Resolution No. 14.
REMARKS FROM THE FLOOR
Senator Carlton requested that her remarks be entered in the Journal.
Thank you, Mr. President pro Tempore. I neglected last Friday to give the highlights of the annual softball game. The Palazzolo Management Team has successfully completed their fourth win. The score was 16 to 7 and was very decisive. We, proportionately, had fewer ringers than the other side had. A majority of the Senators did attend the game and many played, it was a bipartisan effort.
Senator Titus requested that her remarks be entered in the Journal.
Thank you, Mr. President pro Tempore. Today, we passed Senate Bill No. 569 concerning emergency phone service for some of the rural counties. We heard concern in the committee about the constitutionality of parts of the bill based on a recent Ninth Circuit decision. I did not want to hold up passage of the bill because this is the last day for the waiver, but I would like for the record to note that we should watch for that potential problem when the bill is discussed in the Assembly.
GUESTS EXTENDED PRIVILEGE OF SENATE FLOOR
On request of Senator Raggio, the privilege of the floor of the Senate Chamber for this day was extended to Sharon Johansson, Nils R. Johansson, Patricia A. McQuartie, Thomas T. McQuartie, Christopher T. McQuartie, John Smith, Steve Smith and Sean Smith.
On request of Senator Washington, the privilege of the floor of the Senate Chamber for this day was extended to the following students from Legacy Christian School: Adam Avilla, Ryan Carlile, J. P. Inversin, Bo-Young Park, Mark Palmer, Ryan Thran, Alex York, Naomi Adams, Roshanna Elwing, Zach Tams, Jason Smith, Bill Sherman, Kyle Hodgkins, Joe Paschall, Josh Thompson, Crystal Rider, Brianna Johnson, Eun-Young Kim, Heather Miller, Natalie Zumwalt, Patrick Hotchkiss, Paul Pedroza, Molly Parks, Lia Luchesi, Chris Friederich; chaperones: Mrs. Avilla, Mrs. Pratt, Mrs. Tams, Mrs. Thompson, Mr. Timko, Hye-Ryun Kim, Nick Timko; and teacher: Steve Lakin.
Senator Raggio moved that the Senate adjourn until Wednesday, May 9, 2001 at 11 a.m.
Motion carried.
Senate adjourned at 1:06 p.m.
Approved:Lawrence E. Jacobsen
President pro Tempore of the Senate
Attest: Claire J. Clift
Secretary of the Senate