State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations
JOURNAL
-OF THE-
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
JANUARY SESSION of the General Assembly begun and held at the State House in the City of Providence on Tuesday, the second day of January in the year of Our Lord two thousand and one.
Volume 128, No. 35
Wednesday, April 11, 2001
Thirty-fifth Day
The House of Representatives meets at the State House in Providence, Wednesday, April 11, 2001, and is called to order at 4:07 o'clock P.M., by the Honorable John B. Harwood, Speaker.
The roll is called and a quorum is declared present with 94 members present and 6 members absent as follows:
The Honorable Speaker presents Representative Fleury, who delivers the Invocation and leads the membership in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
(For Invocation, see Appendix, this Journal.)
APPROVAL OF RECORD
By unanimous consent, the House Journal of Tuesday, April 10, 2001, is approved as printed.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Representative Suzanne M. Henseler will be unable to attend session today, Wednesday, April
11,2001.
Also:
STATE OF RHODE ISLAND AND PROVIDENCE PLANTATIONS
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
April 11, 2001
I hereby appoint Representative Donald Reilly as Vice Chair to the Joint Committee on Economic Development.
JOHN B. HARWOOD
Speaker
Received and ordered to be placed on file.
Also:
STATE OF RHODE ISLAND AND PROVIDENCE PLANTATIONS
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
April 11, 2001
I hereby appoint the following Representatives to the Joint Committee on Economic Development:
Representative Bruce Long
Representative Donald Reilly
Representative Peter Lewiss
Representative Elizabeth Dennigan
Representative Joseph Trillo
Representative John Barr
JOHN B. HARWOOD
Speaker
Received and ordered to be placed on file.
COMMUNICATION FROM THE SENATE
A message from the Honorable Senate transmits with announcement of passage, of the following measure:
(01-S 478) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to insurance-
workers' compensation insurance.
Representative Faria requests unanimous consent for immediate consideration.
There is no objection.
The bill marked Substitute "A" is read and passed, in concurrence, and the original bill indefinitely postponed, on motion of Representative Faria, seconded by Representative Martineau, and by unanimous consent, on a roll call vote, 68 members voting in the affirmative and 0 members voting in the negative as follows:
By unanimous consent, (01-S 478) (Substitute "A") on the Clerk's desk, is ordered to be transmitted to His Excellency, the Governor forthwith.
COMMUNICATION FROM THE SENATE
A message from the Honorable Senate transmits with announcement of passage, of the following measures:
(01-H 6165) (Substitute "A") An Act authorizing the Chariho Regional School District to issue not to exceed in the aggregate $55,160,000 general obligation bonds and/or notes to finance the construction or renovations (as set forth below) and the improvement, alteration, repair, furnishing and equipping of the following schools and school facilities in the Regional School District: (I) not to exceed $40,500,000 to finance the construction of a new high school, (II) not to exceed $4,360,000 to finance the renovation of a portion of the existing high school to convert the high school into an elementary school, (III) not to exceed $2,500,000 to finance additions to and renovations of the Ashaway School, (IV) not to exceed $2,800,000 to finance additions to and renovations of the Hope Valley School, (V) not to exceed $2,900,000 to finance the renovation of the Charlestown School, (VI) not to exceed $2,100,000 to finance the renovation of the Richmond School and repealing section 13(1) of the regional school district's enabling legislation, which assures certain students matriculation in certain elementary schools in the Regional School District.
Representative Kennedy requests unanimous consent for immediate consideration.
There is no objection.
The bill marked Substitute "A" is read and passed, in concurrence, and the original bill indefinitely postponed, on motion of Representative Kennedy, seconded by Representative McNamara, and by unanimous consent, on a roll call vote, 74 members voting in the affirmative and 0 members voting in the negative as follows:
(01-S 911) An Act to vacate the forfeiture or revocation of the charter of Naturally Beautiful Nails, Inc.
Read and referred to the Committee on Corporations.
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
TRANSFER OF BILLS
Representative Kennedy, for the Committee on Corporations, reports back the following measures, with recommendation of transfer to the Committee on Finance:
(01-H 5235) An Act relating to internet access.
Received and referred to the Committee on Finance.
(01-H 5345) An Act relating to health insurance - co-payments.
Received and referred to the Committee on Finance.
(01-H 5344) An Act relating to cities and towns.
Received and referred to the Committee on Finance.
(01-H 5363) An Act relating to insurance -selective contracting.
Received and referred to the Committee on Finance.
(01-H 5406) An Act relating to outdoor advertising.
Received and referred to the Committee on Finance.
(01-H 5463) An Act relating to commercial law - undesired telephone solicitations.
Received and referred to the Committee on Finance.
(01-H 5751) An Act relating to cities and towns - regulation of newspaper and magazine vending machines - public sidewalks.
Received and referred to the Committee on Finance.
(01-H 5764) An Act relating to taxation
exemption of persons sixty-five (65) years and over.
Received and referred to the Committee on Finance.
(01-H -5765) An Act relating to medical service corporations.
Received and referred to the Committee on Finance.
(01-H 5787) An Act relating to public utilities and carriers-
regulatory powers of administration.
Received and referred to the Committee on Finance.
(01-H 5796) An Act relating to airports and landing fields.
Received and referred to the Committee on Finance.
(01-H 5805) An Act relating to assessment of back taxes on real estate used by new residents.
Received and referred to the Committee on Finance.
(01-H 5806) An Act relating to uniform commercial code leases.
Received and referred to the Committee on Finance.
(01-H 6088) An Act relating to towns and cities - district management authorities.
Received and referred to the Committee on Finance.
(01-H 6109) An Act relating to towns and cities - zoning ordinances.
Received and referred to the Committee on Finance.
(01-H 5508) An Act relating to town highways.
Received and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Representative Flaherty, for the Committee on Judiciary, reports back the following measures, with recommendation of transfer to the Committee on Finance:
(01-H 5829) An Act relating to motor and other vehicles - registration of vehicles.
Received and referred to the Committee on Finance.
(01-H 6055) An Act relating to disorderly conduct - unreasonable noise levels.
Received and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Representative Faria, for the Committee on Labor, reports back the following measures, with recommendation of transfer to the Committee on Finance:
(01-H 6082) An Act relating to labor and labor relations.
Received and referred to the Committee on Finance.
(01-H 6233) An Act relating to labor and labor relations-
ex-offenders' employment program.
Received and referred to the Committee on Finance.
COMMITTEE ON CORPORATIONS
Representative Kennedy, for the Committee on Corporations, reports back the following measures, with recommendation of passage:
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5295) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to transportation of beverages.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5299) An Act relating to pharmacies.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5347) An Act relating to insurance -genetic testing.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5405) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to state affairs and government - Economic Development Corporation.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5466) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to computer crime - cyberstalking.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5499) An Act relating to regulation of business practices-
new motor vehicle dealerships.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5505) An Act relating to corporations, associations and partnerships.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5509) An Act relating to insurance agents' continuing education requirements.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5781) (Substitute "A") House Resolution relating to businesses and professions - public accountancy.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5789 as amended) An Act relating to commercial law-
registration and protection of trademarks.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5928) An Act relating to alcoholic beverages licenses generally.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5990 as amended) An Act relating to public utilities and carriers.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5993) An Act relating to waters and navigation - alcohol boating safety.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 6275) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to levy and assessment of local taxes - town of Middletown.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5151) An Act relating to property mortgages of real property.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5727) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to public utilities and carriers - CATV.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5752) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to financial institutions - creation and expansion.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5767) (Substitute "A") Joint Resolution relating to insurance.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5770 as amended) An Act relating to fire safety - inspection fees.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5773) An Act relating to Coastal Resources Management Council.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5959) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to insurance-
the protected cell companies act.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 6118) An Act relating to taxation -property subject to taxation.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
COMMITTEE ON HEALTH, EDUCATION AND WELFARE
Representative Cambio, for the Committee on Health, Education and Welfare, reports back the following measures, with recommendation of passage:
(01-H 5283) An Act relating to emergency medical transportation services.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5284) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to health and safety.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5291) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to child abuse-
shaken baby syndrome.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5307) An Act relating to operators' and chauffeurs' licenses.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5320) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5378) (Substitute "A" as amended) An Act relating to education - student identification numbers.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5380 as amended) Joint Resolution requesting the Rhode Island Department of Health to promote annual check-ups and screening for prostate and colorectal cancer.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5390) House Resolution creating a special House commission to study the use of finger imaging technology to combat fraud in state programs.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5415) House Resolution creating a special House commission to study alternatives to animal euthanasia by carbon monoxide poisoning.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5866) An Act relating to veterinary practice.
Received and ordered to be placed on the
Calendar.
(01-H 5870) An Act relating to health and safety - notification of fire fighters, police officers and emergency medical technicians after exposure to infectious diseases.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5876) An Act relating to the illegal sale of tobacco products to children.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5878) House Resolution creating a special House commission to study the impact of and feasibility of an education program regarding risks to pregnant women in handling paints, solvents and other common chemicals.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5882) An Act relating to criminal offenses -children.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5888) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to health and safety - rights of nursing home patients.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5889) An Act relating to Mental Health, Retardation and Hospitals - licensing of facilities and programs.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5890) An Act relating to parental succession - retarded persons.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5891) An Act relating to Mental Health, Retardation and Hospitals.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5899) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to education.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5900 as amended) An Act relating to health and safety-
home care patient rights.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5902) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to health and safety - licensing of health care facilities.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5907) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to health and safety - latex gloves safety act.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5911 as amended) An Act relating to health and safety-
lead poisoning prevention act.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5920) (Substitute A An Act relating to civil rights.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5924) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to education-
health and safety of pupils.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5970) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to businesses and professions - physical therapy.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5972) An Act relating to health and safety - laboratories.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5978) House Resolution relating to businesses and professions-
license procedure for social workers.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5981) An Act relating to health and safety - laboratories.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 6078) An Act relating to food and drugs - uniform controlled substances act.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 6199 as amended) Joint Resolution requesting the Director of the Department of Human Services to conduct a feasibility study of adding smoking cessation therapy as a Medicaid benefit.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
Representative Flaherty, for the Committee on Judiciary, reports back the following measures, with recommendation of passage:
(01-H 5588) An Act relating to court and civil procedures-
wrongful death.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5637) An Act relating to courts and civil procedure-
wrongful death.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5949) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to highways.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5953) An Act relating to mental health law - Mental Health, Retardation and Hospitals.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
COMMITTEE ON LABOR
Representative Faria, for the Committee on Labor, reports back the following measures, with recommendation of passage:
(01-H 5088) An Act relating to the labor relations act.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5188) Joint Resolution extending the reporting date of the special legislative commission to study the feasibility of allowing unionized classified employees at all higher education institutions to be able to negotiate directly with Rhode Island Board of Governors.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5265) House Resolution creating a permanent House commission to study the sport of boxing.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5348) An Act relating to labor and labor relations-
workplace violence prevention act.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5670 as amended) An Act relating to labor and labor relations.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5965) An Act relating to businesses and
professions - barbers, hairdressers, cosmeticians, manicurists and estheticians.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 6053) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to electricians.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 6104) (Substitute An Act relating to
education - school committees and superintendents.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 6251) An Act relating to public officers and employees-
retirement system - contributions and benefits.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 6293) An Act relating to labor and labor relations-
pipefitters and refrigeration technicians, fire protection sprinkler fitters, contractors, journeyperson sprinkler fitters, sheet metal contractors, journey person sheet metal workers, and oil heat contractors.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL LEGISLATION
Representative Coderre, for the Committee on Special Legislation, reports back the following measures, with recommendation of passage:
(01-H 5852) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to alcoholic beverages.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(01-H 5860) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to elections.
Received and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
GUESTS
Representatives Gallison and Anguilla welcomes to the House as guests, the Bristol Warren Junior Huskies: Rob Andreozzi, Danny "Skip" Egan, Nathan Gallison, Nick Ambrose, Steve Morra, Matt Rencurell, Bobby Larisa, Jim DeCastro, Brett Morra, Matt Ciociola, Adam Cabral, Matt UrBarr, Amy Costa, Tyler Tannock, Michael Dennis, Corey Sousa, Ben Costa, Ryan Anderson, John Cruz, Chris O'Brien, Nick Teixeira, Coach Chuck Cruz, Coach Joe Tavares, Coach Steve Sousa, and Coach Rick Sousa.
NEW BUSINESS
Representative Almeida introduces (01-H 6324) An Act relating to protection from retaliation.
Read and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
Representative Moura, Palumbo, Lally, Montanaro and Lanzi introduces (01-H 6325) An Act relating to businesses and professions- plumbers.
Read and referred to the Committee on Labor.
Representatives Moura and Faria introduce (01-H 6326) An Act relating to businesses and professions - auto body repair.
Read and referred to the Committee on Labor.
Representatives Naughton, Carter, Lowe, Henseler, Malik and several other members of the House introduce (01-H 6327) An Act relating to fish and wildlife - Narragansett Bay oyster restoration act.
Read and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Representatives Coderre, Benson, Winfield, Lanzi and Carter introduce (01-H 6328) An Act relating to military affairs and defense.
Read and referred to the Committee on Corporations,
Representatives Winfield and Hogan introduce (01-H 6329) An Act relating to the Greenville Water District.
Read and referred to the Committee on Corporations.
Representative Garvey introduces (01-H 6330) An Act relating to underground storage tanks.
Read and referred to the Committee on Corporations.
Representatives McNamara, Aiken and Naughton introduce (01-H 6331) House Resolution congratulating Warwick's Promise/ Warwick's Future First as they begin their initiative to put Warwick's Young People First.
Representative McNamara requests unanimous consent for immediate consideration.
There is no objection.
Read and passed, on motion of Representative McNamara, seconded by the entire House of Representatives, and by unanimous consent, on a voice vote.
Representatives Cerra, Brien and McNamara introduce (01-H 6332) House Resolution recognizing the dedication of the Piazza Guglielmo Marconi in the town of Johnston.
Representative Cerra requests unanimous consent for immediate consideration.
There is no objection.
Read and passed, on motion of Representative Cerra, seconded by the entire House of Representatives, and by unanimous consent, on a voice vote.
Representatives Menard and Barr introduce (01-H 6333) An Act to vacate the forfeiture or revocation of the charter of Rhode Island Cheerleading Coaches Association, Inc.
Representative Menard requests unanimous consent for immediate consideration.
There is no objection.
Read and passed, on motion of Representative Menard, seconded by the entire House of Representatives, and by unanimous consent, on a roll call vote, 77 members voting in the affirmative and 0 members voting in the negative as follows:
Representative Garvey introduces (01-H 6334) House Resolution expressing profound sympathy on the passing of Everett E. Cook.
Representative Garvey requests unanimous consent for immediate consideration.
There is no objection.
Read and passed, on motion of Representative Garvey, seconded by the entire House of Representatives, and by unanimous consent, on a rising vote.
Representatives Lewiss, Thompson, Kennedy and Shanley introduce (01-H 6335) House Resolution respectfully requesting the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority to investigate the feasibility of adding an additional bus route from Providence to Westerly.
Representative Lewiss requests unanimous consent for immediate consideration.
There is no objection.
Read and passed, on motion of Representative Lewiss, seconded by the entire House of Representatives, and by unanimous consent, on a voice vote.
Minority Leader Watson rises on a point of order for explanations of all immediate considerations that come before the membership for a vote. Majority Leader Martineau agrees.
CALENDAR
From the Calendar are taken:
1. (01-H5332) An Act relating to domestic relations - child support lien act.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
Representative Flaherty moves passage of the act, seconded by Representatives Cicilline, Carroll, Aiken, Anguilla and Shavers.
By unanimous consent, Representative Winfield, seconded by Representatives Cicilline and Carroll, offers the following written motion to amend:
FLOOR AMENDMENT
TO
(01-H 5332)
Mr. Speaker:
I hereby move to amend (01-H 5332) entitled "AN ACT RELATING TO DOMESTIC RELATIONS - CHILD SUPPORT LIEN ACT" as follows:
On page 1, line 15 by inserting after the word "include" the words "but not be limited to".
On page 1, line 15 by inserting after the word "personal" the word injury".
Respectfully submitted,
THOMAS J. WINFIELD Representative, District 69
The motion to amend is read and prevails on a roll call vote, 76 members voting in the affirmative and 0 members voting in the negative as follows:
2. (01-H5613) An Act relating to adoption of children.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
Representative Aiken moves passage of the act, seconded by Representatives Carroll, Cicilline and Anguilla.
By unanimous consent, Representative Aiken, seconded by Representatives Carroll, Cicilline and Anguilla, offers the following written motion to amend:
FLOOR AMENDMENT
TO
(01-H 5613)
Mr. Speaker:
I hereby move to amend (01-H 5613) entitled "AN ACT RELATING TO ADOPTION OF CHILDREN" as follows:
By deleting all of the language following the enactment clause and substituting therefore the following:
"SECTION 1. Section 15-7-14.1 of the General Laws in Chapter 15-7 entitled "Adoption of Children" is hereby amended to read as follows:
15-7-14.1. DECREE OF OPEN ADOPTION. -
(a) At the time an adoption decree is entered, the court entering the decree may grant post-adoption visitation, contact and/or conveyance of information privileges (subsequently referred to as "Post-adoption privileges") under subsection (b) to a birth parent who:
(1) has consented to an adoption or voluntarily terminated the parent-child relationship(STRIKE: .); or,
(2) has had his/her parental rights involuntarily terminated pursuant to section 16-7-7(2) (i), (iii), (iv), or (vii) and has properly filed a timely appeal thereof which is pending and the child was not in a preadoptive home prior to the granting of the termination of parental rights petition by the family court.
(b) A court may grant post-adoption privileges if:
(1) The court determines that the best interests of the child would be served by granting post-adoption privileges;
(2) The court finds there is a significant emotional attachment between the child and the birth parent;
(3) (STRIKE: Each adoptive parent consents to the granting of post adoption privileges;)
(4) The adoptive parents-and the birth parents jointly negotiate and execute a post-adoption privileges agreement which is approved and filed (STRIKE: the agreement) with the family court;
(5) The department of children, youth, and families and the child's court appointed special advocate or the guardian ad litem if one has been appointed pursuant to section 40-11-12 recommends that the post-adoption privileges agreement be approved by the court; or if the adoption petition is being sponsored by a licensed child placing agency other than the department of children, youth, and families, the licensed child placing agency sponsoring the adoption makes a recommendation that the post-adoption privileges agreement be approved by the court.
(6) Consent to the post-adoption privileges is obtained from the child, if the child is at least twelve (12) years of age; and
(7) The post-adoption privileges agreement is approved by the court.
(c) A post-adoption privileges agreement filed under subsection (b)(4) must contain the following provisions:
(1) Acknowledgement by the birth parents that the adoption is irrevocable, even if the adopted parents do not abide by the post-adoption privileges agreement.
(2) An acknowledgement by the adoptive parents that the agreement grants the birth parents the right to seek to enforce the post-adoption privileges set forth in the agreement.
(d) A birth parent or an adoptive parent may file a petition with the court entering the adoption decree for the following purposes:
(1) To modify the post-adoption privileges agreement;
(2) To compel a birth parent or adoptive parent to comply with the post-adoption privileges agreement;
(e) The court may not award monetary damages as a result of the filing of a petition under subsection (d).
(f) The court may void or modify a post-adoption privileges agreement approved under this section at any time before or after the adoption if the court determines after a hearing that the best interests of the child require the voiding or modification of the agreement. Before the court:
(1) Voids or modifies an agreement; or
(2) Hears a motion to compel compliance with an agreement approved under this section; the court shall give notice and an opportunity to be heard to the licensed, child placement agency that sponsored the adoption and to the child's court appointed special advocate (CASA) or court appointed guardian ad litem if one had been appointed prior to the finalization of the adoption.
(g) A court may not revoke a decree of adoption because a birth parent or an adoptive parent fails to comply with a post-adoption privileges agreement approved by the court under this section.
SECTION 2. This act shall take effect upon passage."
Respectfully submitted,
DENISE C. AIKEN
Representative, District 35
The motion to amend is read and prevails on a roll call vote, 76 members voting in the affirmative and 0 members voting in the negative as follows:
3. (01-H5131) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to health and safety - safe haven for infants act.
Committee on Finance recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A.
Representative Giannini moves passage of the act, seconded by Representatives George, Simonian, Pires, Cambio, Benson, Coelho, Dennigan, Cicilline, Vieira, Shavers, Aiken, McNamara, Rose, McCauley, Williams, Cerra, Abdullah-Odiase and Schadone.
By unanimous consent, Representative Cicilline, seconded by Representatives George, Simonian, Pires, Cambio, Benson, Coelho, Dennigan, Vieira, Shavers, Aiken, McNamara, Rose, McCauley, Williams, Cerra, Abdullah-Odiase and Schadone, offers the following written motion to amend:
FLOOR AMENDMENT
TO
(01-H 5131) (Substitute "A")
Mr. Speaker:
I hereby move to amend (01-H 5131) (Substitute "A") entitled "AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY - SAFE HAVEN FOR INFANTS ACT" as follows:
1. On page 3, line 15, by deleting the word "section" and substituting in place thereof the words "Sections 11-2-1 and."
Respectfully submitted,
DAVID N. CICILLINE
Representative, District 4
The motion to amend is read and prevails on a roll call vote, 82 members voting in the affirmative and 0 members voting in the negative as follows:
The bill marked Substitute "A" is read and passed, as amended, and the original bill indefinitely postponed, on a roll call vote, 79 members voting in the affirmative and 0 members voting in the negative as follows:
Representatives Levesque and Cicilline discuss the act, as amended.
The bill marked Substitute "A" is read and passed, as amended, and the original bill indefinitely postponed, on a roll call vote, 79 members voting in the affirmative and 0 members voting in the negative as follows:
5. (01-H5042) An Act relating to domestic relations - child custody.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
Read, and by unanimous consent, ordered to be placed on the bottom of the Calendar as item number 9A.
6. (01-H5434) An Act relating to courts and civil procedure-
procedure generally - causes of action.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
Read and passed, on motion of Representative Anguilla, seconded by Representatives Giannini, Hogan, W.H. Murphy and Shanley, on a roll call vote, 82 members voting in the affirmative and 0 members voting in the negative as follows:
7. (01-H5191) An Act relating to real estate probate practice and procedure.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
Read and passed, on motion of Representative Flaherty, seconded by Representatives Menard, Cicilline, Shavers, Lewiss, Hogan and Anguilla, on a roll call vote, 81 members voting in the affirmative and 0 members voting in the negative as follows:
8. (01-H5952) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to criminal offenses - children.
Committee on Judiciary recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
Representative Flaherty moves passage of the act, seconded by Representatives Benson, Cicilline and W.H. Murphy.
Representatives Pisaturo and Flaherty discuss the act.
The bill marked Substitute "A" is read and passed, and the original bill indefinitely postponed, on a roll call vote, 71 members voting in the affirmative and 9 members voting in the negative as follows:
9. (01-H5592) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to statutes and statutory construction.
Committee on Judiciary recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A.
Representative Flaherty moves passage of the
act, seconded by Representatives Menard and Cicilline.
Representative Abdullah-Odiase discusses the act and requests that it be held on the desk after its passage.
There is no objection.
The bill marked Substitute "A" is read and passed, and the original bill indefinitely postponed, on a roll call vote, 80 members voting in the affirmative and 0 members voting in the negative as follows:
9A. (01-H 5042) An Act relating to domestic relations - child custody.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
Representative Williamson moves passage of the act, seconded by Representative W.J. Murphy.
By unanimous consent, Representative Williamson, seconded by Representatives W.J. Murphy, Aiken and McNamara, offers the following written motion to amend:
FLOOR AMENDMENT
TO
(01-H 5042)
Mr. Speaker:
I hereby move to amend (01-H 5042) entitled "AN ACT RELATING TO DOMESTIC RELATIONS - CHILD CUSTODY" as follows:
On page 14, line 18, after the word "similar", by adding the word "procedural";
On page 14, line 19, after the word "without", by adding the word "first";
On page 14, at the end of line 26, by adding the following language: "A record includes notes or transcripts of a court reporter who listened to the conference call between the courts or an electronic recording of the communication between the courts.";
On page 24, line 32, by deleting the word "will" and inserting in place thereof the word "may";
On page 25, line 27, by deleting the word "shall" and inserting in place thereof the word "may";
On page 26, line 26, by deleting the word "shall" and inserting in place thereof the word "may";
On page 26, line 29, by deleting after the word "proceedings" the comma and inserting a period in place thereof and also be deleting the words "unless the party";
On page 26, by deleting line 30.
Respectfully submitted,
TIMOTHY A. WILLIAMSON Representative, District
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The motion to amend is read and prevails on a roll call vote, 84 members voting in the affirmative and 0 members voting in the negative as follows:
Majority Leader Martineau announces that there will be no session tomorrow, Thursday, April 12, 2001. The House will reconvene on Tuesday, April 24, 2001.
Also:
Majority Leader Martineau announces that the desk will remain open in order to receive Committee Reports.
Also:
Representative Long congratulates Maureen Amaral, wife of Representative Amaral, on the birth of their daughter.
Also:
Representative Kennedy announces that the Committee on Corporations will meet today at 5:15 o'clock P.M. in Room 203 of the State House.
Also:
Representative Hetherington announces that the Committee on Health, Education and Welfare will meet today at 5:15 o'clock P.M. in Room 135 of the State House.
Also:
Representative Giannini announces that the Committee on Finance will meet today at 5:15 o'clock P.M., and tomorrow, Thursday, April 12, 2001 at 2:00 o'clock P.M. in Room 35 of the State House.
Also:
Representative Faria announces that the Committee on Labor will meet today at the rise of the House in Room 201 of the State House.
Also:
Representative Flaherty announces that the Committee on Judiciary will meet today at the rise of the House in Room 205 of the State House.
TRANSMITTAL
By unanimous consent, all matters on the Clerk's desk, with the exception of (01-H 5592) (Substitute "A"), are ordered to be transmitted to His Excellency, the Governor, and to the Honorable Senate forthwith.
ADJOURNMENT
At 4:14 o'clock P.M. on motion of Representative Reilly, and as a further mark of respect to the memory of John J. Manning, Jr.; on motion of Representative Barr, and as a further mark of respect to the memory of Henry Tenczar; on motion of Representative Knickle, and as a further mark of respect to the memory of Albert Charbonneau; on motion of Representative Cicilline, and as a further mark of respect to the memory of Dr. Hani Zaki; on motion of Representative Menard, and as a further mark of respect to the memory of William Caron, seconded by Representatives Martineau and Watson, the House adjourns, on a unanimous rising vote.
LINDA McELROY
Recording Clerk
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INVOCATION
REPRESENTATIVE RICHARD E. FLEURY
Lord, we have been sent to these positions of responsibility by the people. Make us mindful that we are their servants. Give us the wisdom and energy to serve them honestly and well.Amen.
TRANSMITTED TO THE GOVERNOR
(01-H 6165) (Substitute "A") An Act authorizing the Chariho Regional School District to issue not to exceed in the aggregate $55,160,000 general obligation bonds and/or notes to finance the construction or renovations (as set forth below) and the improvement, alteration, repair, furnishing and equipping of the following schools and school facilities in the Regional School District: (I) not to exceed $40,500,000 to finance the construction of a new high school, (II) not to exceed $4,360,000 to finance the renovation of a portion of the existing high school to convert the high school into an elementary school, (III) not to exceed $2,500,000 to finance additions to and renovations of the Ashaway School, (IV) not to exceed $2,800,000 to finance additions to and renovations of the Hope Valley School, (V) not to exceed $2,900,000 to finance the renovation of the Charlestown School, (VI) not to exceed $2,100,000 to finance the renovation of the Richmond School and repealing section 13(1) of the regional school district's enabling legislation, which assures certain students matriculation in certain elementary schools in the Regional School District.
(01-S 478) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to insurance-
workers' compensation insurance.
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CALENDAR
In order for Wednesday, April 25, 2001:
1. (01-H 5477) An Act relating to businesses and professions-
pipefitters - refrigeration technicians - fire protection sprinkler fitters -sheet metal workers - oil heat contractors.
Committee on Labor recommends passage.
2. (01-H5417) An Act relating to holidays and days of special observance.
Committee on Special Legislation recommends passage.
3. (01-H6119) An Act relating to animals and animal husbandry.
Committee on Special Legislation recommends passage.
4. (01-H5850) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to elections.
Committee on Special Legislation recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
5. (01-H5077) An Act relating to courts and civil procedure-
procedure generally.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
6. (01-H 5427) An Act relating to property -condominium ownership.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
7. (01-H5436) (Substitute "A' ') An Act relating to property.
Committee on Judiciary recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A.
8. (01-H5583) An Act relating to courts and civil procedure-
levy and sale on execution.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
9. (01-H5596) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to motor vehicle offenses.
Committee on Judiciary recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A.
10. (01-H5598) An Act relating to the courts
- traffic tribunal.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
11. (01-H5600) An Act relating to traffic tribunal.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
12. (01-H5602) An Act relating to criminal procedure.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
13. (01-H5603) An Act relating to state affairs and government-
Department of Attorney General.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
14. (01-H5947) An Act relating to domestic relations divorce and separation.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
15. (01-H6001) An Act relating to law practice.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
16. (01-H6010) An Act relating to courts and civil procedure-
Family Court.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
17. (01-H6106) An Act relating to parole.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
18. (01-H6138) An Act relating to state affairs
and government - Rhode Island Police Accreditation Advisory Commission act.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
19. (01-H6168) An Act relating to criminal offenses - fraud and false dealing.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
20. (01-H6219) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to criminal procedure - sentencing to life imprisonment without parole.
Committee on Judiciary recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
21. (01-H6220) An Act relating to motor and other vehicles-
suspension or revocation of licenses.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
22. (01-H5997) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to state affairs and government - Rhode Island Justice Commission.
Committee on Judiciary recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
23. (01-H5630) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to insurance unfair claims settlement practices act.
Committee on Judiciary recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A.
24. (01-H5315) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to courts and civil procedure - jury lists.
Committee on Judiciary recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
25. (01-H5397) An Act relating to causes of action.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
26. (01-H5398) An Act relating to uniform fraudulent transfer act.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
27. (01-H5439) An Act relating to criminals
- correctional institutions - parole.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
28. (01-H5629) An Act relating to motor and other vehicles registration of vehicles.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
29. (01-H5636) An Act relating to criminal procedure.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
30. (01-H5816) An Act relating to inheritance tax liens.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
31. (01-H5817) An Act relating to Probate Courts.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
32. (01-H6125) An Act relating to District Court.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
33. (01-H6191) An Act relating to food and drugs - uniform controlled substances act.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
34. (01-H6301) An Act relating to alcoholic beverages.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
35. (01-H5587 as amended) An Act relating to motor and other vehicles - mobile and manufactured home lot rental increases.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage as amended.
36. (01-H5008) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to health maintenance organizations.
Committee on Corporations recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
37. (01-H5057) (substitute "A") An Act relating to health insurance coverage.
Committee on Corporations recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
38. (01-H 5358) (Substitute "A") House Resolution relating to the Board of Dental Examiners.
Committee on Corporations recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
39. (01-H5300) An Act relating to financial
institutions - community obligations and
banking offenses.
Committee on Corporations recommends passage.
40. (01-H5497) An Act relating to the licensing of health care facilities.
Committee on Corporations recommends passage.
41. (01-H 5298) House Resolution creating a special House commission to study high speed rail service between T.F. Green State Airport and Quonset Point.
Committee on Corporations recommends passage.
42. (01-H5152) An Act relating to lost or missing children.
Committee on Corporations recommends passage.
43. (01-H5954) An Act relating to public utilities and carriers-
Public Transit Authority.
Committee on Corporations recommends passage.
44. (99-S866) An Act reinstating or restoring forfeited or revoked corporate charters.
Committee on Corporations recommends passage in concurrence.
45. (99-S878) An Act reinstating or restoring forfeited or revoked corporate charters.
Committee on Corporations recommends passage in concurrence.
46. (01-H5991) An Act relating to state affairs and government-
energy facility siting act.
Committee on Corporations recommends passage.
47. (01-H5992) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to waters and navigation.
Committee on Corporations recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
48. (01-H6051) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to taxation.
Committee on Corporations recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
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CALENDAR
In order for Thursday, April 26, 2001:
1. (01-H5852) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to alcoholic beverages.
Committee on Special Legislation recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
2. (01-H5860) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to elections.
Committee on Special Legislation recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
3. (01-H5088) An Act relating to the labor relations act.
Committee on Labor recommends passage.
4. (01-H 5188) Joint Resolution extending the reporting date of the special legislative commission to study the feasibility of allowing unionized classified employees at all higher education institutions to be able to negotiate directly with Rhode Island Board of Governors.
Committee on Labor recommends passage.
5. (01-H5265) House Resolution creating a permanent House commission to study the sport of boxing.
Committee on Labor recommends passage.
6. (01-H5348) An Act relating to labor and
labor relations - workplace violence prevention act.
Committee on Labor recommends passage.
7. (01-H5670 as amended) An Act relating to labor and labor relations.
Committee on Labor recommends passage as amended.
8. (01-H5965) An Act relating to businesses
and professions - barbers, hairdressers, cosmeticians, manicurists and estheticians.
Committee on Labor recommends passage.
9. (01-H6053) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to electricians.
Committee on Labor recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A.
10. (01-H6104) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to education-
school committees and superintendents.
Committee on Labor recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
11. (01-H6251) An Act relating to public officers and employees-
retirement system -contributions and benefits.
Committee on Labor recommends passage.
12. (01-H 6293) An Act relating to labor and labor relations-
pipefitters and refrigeration technicians, fire protection sprinkler fitters, contractors, journeyperson sprinkler fitters, sheet metal contractors, journey person sheet metal workers, and oil heat contractors.
Committee on Labor recommends passage.
13. (01-H5283) An Act relating to emergency medical transportation services.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends passage.
14. (01-H5284) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to health and safety.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare
recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
15. (01-H5291) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to child abuse shaken baby syndrome.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
16. (01-H5307) An Act relating to operators' and chauffeurs' licenses.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends passage.
17. (01-H5320) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
18. (01-H5378) (Substitute "A" as amended) An Act relating to education - student identification numbers.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A" as amended.
19. (01-H 5380 as amended) Joint Resolution requesting the Rhode Island Department of Health to promote annual check-ups and screening for prostate and colorectal cancer.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends passage as amended.
20. (01-H 5390) House Resolution creating a special House commission to study the use of finger imaging technology to combat fraud in state programs.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends passage.
21. (01-H 5415) House Resolution creating a special House commission to study alternatives to animal euthanasia by carbon monoxide poisoning.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends passage.
22. (01-H5866) An Act relating to veterinary practice.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends passage.
23. (01-H 5870) An Act relating to health and safety - notification of fire fighters, police officers and emergency medical technicians after exposure to infectious diseases.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends passage.
24. (01-H5876) An Act relating to the illegal sale of tobacco products to children.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends passage.
25. (01-H 5878) House Resolution creating a special House commission to study the impact of and feasibility of an education program regarding risks to pregnant women in handling paints, solvents and other common chemicals.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends passage.
26. (01-H5882) An Act relating to criminal offenses - children.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends passage.
27. (01-H5888) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to health and safety - rights of nursing home patients.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
28. (01-H5889) An Act relating to Mental Health, Retardation and Hospitals - licensing of facilities and programs.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends passage.
29. (01-H5890) An Act relating to parental succession - retarded persons.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends passage.
30. (01-H5891) An Act relating to Mental Health, Retardation and Hospitals.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends passage.
31. (01-H5899) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to education.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
32. (01-H5900 as amended) An Act relating to health and safety - home care patient rights.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends passage as amended.
33. (01-H5902) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to health and safety - licensing of health care facilities.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
34. (01-H5907) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to health and safety - latex gloves safety act.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
35. (01-H5911 as amended) An Act relating to health and safety - lead poisoning prevention act.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends passage as amended.
36. (01-H5920) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to civil rights.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
37. (01-H5924) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to education-
health and safety of pupils.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
38. (01-H 5970) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to businesses and professions - physical therapy.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
39. (01-H5972) An Act relating to health and safety - laboratories.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends passage.
40. (01-H5978) House Resolution relating to businesses and professions - license procedure for social workers.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends passage.
41. (01-H5981) An Act relating to health and safety - laboratories.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends passage.
42. (01-H6078) An Act relating to food and
drugs uniform controlled substances act.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends passage.
43. (01-H 6199 as amended) Joint Resolution requesting the Director of the Department of Human Services to conduct a feasibility study of adding smoking cessation therapy as a Medicaid benefit.
Committee on Health, Education and Welfare recommends passage as amended.
44. (01-H5588) An Act relating to court and civil procedures wrongful death.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
45. (01-H5637) An Act relating to courts and civil procedure-
wrongful death.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
46. (01-H5949) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to highways.
Committee on Judiciary recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
47. (01-H5953) An Act relating to mental health law - Mental Health, Retardation and Hospitals.
Committee on Corporations recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
49. (01-H5295) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to transportation of beverages.
Committee on Corporations recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
50. (01-H5299) An Act relating to pharmacies.
Committee on Corporations recommends passage.
51. (01-H5347) An Act relating to insurance
- genetic testing.
Committee on Corporations recommends passage.
52. (01-H 5405) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to state affairs and government -Economic Development Corporation.
Committee on Corporations recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
53. (01-H5466) (Substitute "A") An Act
relating to computer crime - cyberstalking.
Committee on Corporations recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
54. (01-H5499) An Act relating to regulation of business practices new motor vehicle dealerships.
Committee on Corporations recommends passage.
55. (01-H5505) An Act relating to corporations, associations and partnerships.
Committee on Corporations recommends passage.
56. (01-H5509) An Act relating to insurance
- agents' continuing education requirements.
Committee on Corporations recommends passage.
57. (01-H5781) (Substitute "A") House Resolution relating to businesses and professions - public accountancy.
Committee on Corporations recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
58. (01-H5789 as amended) An Act relating to commercial law registration and protection of trademarks.
Committee on Corporations recommends passage as amended.
59. (01-H5928) An Act relating to alcoholic beverages licenses generally.
Committee on Corporations recommends passage.
60. (01-H5990 as amended) An Act relating to public utilities and carriers.
Committee on Corporations recommends passage as amended.
61. (01-H5993) An Act relating to waters and navigation-
alcohol boating safety.
Committee on Corporations recommends passage.
62. (01-H6275) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to levy and assessment of local taxes -town of Middletown.
Committee on Corporations recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
63. (01-H5151) An Act relating to property -mortgages of real property.
Committee on Corporations recommends passage.
64. (01-H5727) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to public utilities and carriers - CATV.
Committee on Corporations recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
65. (01-H 5752) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to financial institutions - creation and expansion.
Committee on Corporations recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
66. (01-H5767) (Substitute "A") Joint
Resolution relating to insurance.
Committee on Corporations recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
67. (01-H5770 as amended) An Act relating to fire safety-
inspection fees.
Committee on Corporations recommends passage as amended.
68. (01-H5773) An Act relating to Coastal Resources Management Council.
Committee on Corporations recommends passage.
69. (01-H5959) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to insurance-
the protected cell companies act.
Committee on Corporations recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
70. (01-H6118) An Act relating to taxation -property subject to taxation.
Committee on Corporations recommends passage.
LOUIS D'ANTUONO
Clerk of the House
Wednesday, April 11, 2001
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