State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations
Journal of the Senate
JANUARY SESSION of the General Assembly begun and held at the State House in the City of Providence on Tuesday, the seventh day of January in the year of Our Lord two thousand and three.
Volume 130, No.42
Wednesday, April 30, 2003
Forty-second Day
The Senate meets pursuant to adjournment and is called to order by the Honorable William V. Irons, President of the Senate, at 4:18 o'clock P.M.
The roll is called and a quorum is declared present with 36 Senators present and 2 Senators absent as follows:
The Honorable President, by unanimous consent, presents Senator Connors, to deliver the invocation.
(See Appendix for Invocation)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
The Honorable President, by unanimous consent, presents Senator Connors, to lead the Senate in the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
APPROVAL OF RECORD
The Senate Journal of Tuesday, April 29, 2003 proceedings is read in part.
Upon suggestion of Senator Connors, and by unanimous consent, further reading of the Journal is dispensed with and the Journal approved as recorded.
GUESTS
Upon suggestion ofSenate Majority Leader Montalbano and Senators Perry, Paiva Weed, Alves, Sosnowski, Gallo, Walaska, Roberts, Celona, McCaffrey, Algiere, Breene, Blais, Bates, Gibbs, Raptakis, Cote, Lenihan, Lanzi, Damiani, McBurney, Revens, Goodwin, Ruggerio and Tassoni, and by unanimous consent, the Honorable President welcomes to the Chamber the 2003 recipients of the Feinstein International Award for Caring, Kerri Marie Gaccione, Westerly High School; Michael Faltus, Bishop Hendricken High School; Mariana Santos, Barrington High School; Matthew Higgins, Bishop Hendricken High School; Adam Hunter Peck, Scituate High School; Brittany Breidenbach, Exeter-West Greenwich High School; Jennifer Coutu, Exeter-West Greenwich High School; Elizabeth A. Rouleau, Exeter-West Greenwich High School; Cristina Mary Muzzi, Bishop Keough Regional High School; Daniela G. Mansella, LaSalle Academy; Keyla Marie Hamilton, Woonsocket High School; Albert J. Jennings, East Providence High School; Jennifer M. Williams, East Providence High School; Chantel E. Adalio, East Providence High School; Carole Anne Patriquin, East Providence High School; Tracey Lynn Raposo, East Providence High School; Keila Regina Veiga, East Providence High School; Kelly Ann Crane, Cranston Area Career and Technical Center; Mary Elizabeth Dolan, Middletown High School; Tammy Marie Orsini, Bishop Keough Regional High School; Vivek Amrut Patel, Moses Brown School; Pamela J. Campellone, St. Mary Academy; Jacqueline Marie DiSanto, Moses Brown School; Hamed Lahijani, East Greenwich High School; Sheri Beth Kaplan, East Greenwich High School; Dustin Coleman, Bishop Hendricken High School; Matthew Peter D'Amico, East Greenwich High School; Zara Khan, East Greenwich High School; Matthew McGarry, Bishop Hendricken High School; Kyle O'Neil, Bishop Hendricken High School; Stephanie K. Lynch, East Greenwich High School; Thomas J. Elias, Bishop Hendricken High School; Patrik J. Chougule, East Greenwich High School; Dorcas N. Annoh, Tolman High School; Michael Garcia, Davies Technical High School; Georgia Carol Zadi, Tolman High School; Kristin Marie Benson, Warwick Veterans Memorial High School; David Joseph Corrigan, Bishop Hendricken High School; Matthew Robert Cate, Pilgrim High School; Kimberlie Yvonne Densmore, Pilgrim High School; Neil Hodge, Warwick Veterans Memorial High School; Toni Marie DiNobile, Bishop Keough Regional High School; Kathryn Freess, Rogers High School; Ryan Michael O'Sullivan, Rogers High School; Max Benjamin Jaffe, Moses Brown School; Alexa M. Triot, East Greenwich High School; James Walters, Bishop Hendricken High School; James Long, Bishop Hendricken High School; Elyse Kara Monti, East Greenwich High School; Michael S. Winters, East Greenwich High School; Douglas Robert Evasick, East Greenwich High School; Annemarie Gronau, Coventry High School; Irina Kalinia, East Greenwich High School; Matthew Onorato, Bishop Hendricken High School; Anthony James Conard, Cranston High School East; Laura Marie Marciano, LaSalle Academy; Jacqueline Suzanne Knee, South Kingstown High School; Joseph R. Tashash, Smithfield High School; Katie Lynn Vespia, Smithfield High School; Meghan M. Bannon, Warwick Veterans Memorial High School; Matthew McGuire, Warwick Veterans Memorial High School; Lisa A. Plante, Warwick Veterans Memorial High School; and Ashley E. Robshaw, Warwick Veterans Memorial High School.
Upon suggestion of Senators Alves and Polisena, and by unanimous consent, the Honorable President welcomes to the Chamber Chief Charles Hall, Battalion Chief Wayne Willette, Firefighter Scott Baughan, Firefighter Scott Perkins, and Firefighter Al Zinno, who are here as part of the 2003 Feinstein International Award for Caring.
Upon suggestion of Senator Walaska, and by unanimous consent, the Honorable President welcomes to the Chamber Gabriela Hinth.
Upon suggestion of Senator Gibbs, and by unanimous consent, the Honorable President welcomes to the Chamber Alyssa Parella of Bristol, niece of Senator Parella.
APPOINTMENT BY THE GOVERNOR
The Honorable President presents the following communication from His Excellency, the Governor, transmitting the following appointment and requesting the advice and consent of the Senate thereto:
STATE OF RHODE ISLAND AND PROVIDENCE PLANTATIONS
EXECUTIVE CHAMBER, PROVIDENCE
Donald L. Carcieri
Governor
April 16, 2003
To the Honorable, the Senate:
I have the honor to inform you that in accordance with the provisions of Section 42-130-5 of the Rhode Island General Laws, I have made the following appointment to the Rhode Island Rural Development Council:
Devon Danz Preston of Westerly
(Representative of Not-for-Profit Business
Located in Rural Community)
VICE
Ernest Balasco
(resigned)
for a term expiring July 1, 2003.
To this appointment, I respectfully request your advice and consent.
Sincerely,
DONALD L. CARCIERI
Governor
Read and referred to the Committee on Environment and Agriculture.
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES COMMITTEE ON HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Senator Roberts, from the Committee on Health and Human Services, reports back, with recommendation of passage of the following measure:
(03-S 134) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to criminal offenses - children.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
COMMITTEE ON FINANCIAL SERVICES,
TECHNOLOGY AND REGULATORY ISSUES
Senator Walaska, from the Committee on Financial Services, Technology and Regulatory Issues, reports back, with recommendation of passage of the following measures:
(03-S 198) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to administrative procedures.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(03-S 260) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to commercial law - interest and usury.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(03-S 558) An Act relating to mortgage loan appraisers.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(03-H 5024) (Substitute "A") Joint Resolution creating a special legislative commission to study the issue of registering vehicles online.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
Senator McCaffrey, from the Committee on Judiciary, reports back, with recommendation of passage of the following measures:
(03-S 65) An Act relating to motor vehicle offenses.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(03-S 452) An Act relating to criminal offenses - assaults.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(03-S 464) An Act relating to criminal offenses - children.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(03-S 674) An Act relating to criminal offenses - public utilities.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(03-S 693) An Act relating to indictments, informations and complaints.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
COMMITTEE ON ENVIRONMENT
AND AGRICULTURE
Senator Sosnowski, from the Committee on Environment and Agriculture, reports back, with recommendation of passage of the following measure:
(03-S 983) (Substitute "A") Senate Resolution creating a special Senate commission to study the health effects of toxic mold.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION
Senator Issa, from the Committee on Education, reports back, with recommendation of passage of the following measures:
(03-S 217) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to education - the Rhode Island Student Investment Initiative.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(03-S 272) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to education - health and safety of pupils.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(03-S 595) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to education - certification of teachers.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
COMMITTEE ON CONSTITUTIONAL
AND GAMING ISSUES
Senator Goodwin, from the Committee on Constitutional and Gaming Issues, reports back, with recommendation of passage of the following measures:
(03-S 276) (Substitute "A") Joint Resolution providing for bi-partisan preparatory commission to assemble information on constitutional questions in preparation for a vote by the qualified electors on the holding of a Constitutional Convention in accordance with Article XIV Section 2 of the Rhode Island Constitution.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
(03-S 1001) An Act relating to animals and animal husbandry - dog licenses.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Calendar.
COMMITTEE ON LABOR
Senator Badeau, from the Committee on Labor, reports back, with recommendation that the Senate give its Advice and Consent to the following appointments: Reappointment of Laurence E. Ryan, Jr. of East Providence (Representing electrical/telecommunication technicians) to the Board of Examination and Licensing of Telecommunications Systems Contractors, Technicians, and Installers for a term expiring August 1, 2009.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Consent Calendar.
Reappointment of Nathaniel J. Rendine Esquire (Representative of Labor) to the Labor and Training Board of Review for a term expiring February 1, 2009.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Consent Calendar.
Reappointment of Joseph V. Mulvey of Cranston (Representing Labor) to the Rhode Island State Labor Relations Board for a term expiring August 1, 2008.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Consent Calendar.
Reappointment of Frank J. Montanaro of Cranston (Representing Labor) to the Rhode Island State Labor Relations Board for a term expiring August 1, 2008.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Consent Calendar.
Reappointment of Walter J. Lanni of Cranston (Representing Management) to the Rhode Island State Labor Relations Board for a term expiring August 1, 2008.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Consent Calendar.
Reappointment of Gerald S. Goldstein of Cranston (Representing Management/Local Government) to the Rhode Island State Labor Relations Board for a term expiring August 1, 2008.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Consent Calendar.
Reappointment of Elizabeth S. Dolan of North Kingstown (Representing Management) to the Rhode Island State Labor Relations Board for a term expiring August 1, 2008.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Consent Calendar.
Reappointment of John Capobianco of Cranston (Representing Labor) to the Rhode Island State Labor Relations Board for a term expiring August 1, 2008.
Read and ordered to be placed on the Consent Calendar.
TRANSFER OF BILL
Senator Walaska, in accordance with Senate Rule 6.14, moves to transfer the following bill from the Committee on Financial Services, Technology and Regulatory Issues to the Committee on Finance:
(03-H 6261) An Act relating to taxation - town of Scituate.
Read and referred to the Committee on Finance.
NEW BUSINESS
Senator Ruggerio presents (03-S 1035) An Act to vacate the forfeiture or revocation of the charter of Marrich Incorporated.
Senator Ruggerio requests unanimous consent for immediate consideration.
Unanimous consent for immediate consideration is granted.
Upon motion of Senator Ruggerio, seconded by Senator Alves, and by unanimous consent, read and passed, under suspension of the rules, upon a voice vote.
CONSENT CALENDAR
In order for the day is taken up as follows:
Upon motion of Senator Ruggerio, seconded by Senator Paiva Weed, the following measures on today's Consent Calendar, by unanimous consent, are read and passed, upon a voice vote:
1. Reappointment of Douglas A. Sgarro of Barrington to the Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation for a term expiring February 1, 2007.
2. (03-S928) Senate Resolution proclaiming April 3, 2003, as "Rhode Island Pay Equity Day".
NOW PRESIDING
The Honorable President yields the rostrum to the Honorable John C. Revens, Jr., President Pro Tempore, at 4:40 o'clock P.M.
CALENDAR
In order for the day is taken up as follows:
1. (03-S1011) (Substitute "A") An Act enabling the Rhode Island Lottery Commission to enter into a master contract with GTech.
Committee on Finance recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
The Honorable President Irons moves passage, seconded bySenate Majority Leader Montalbano and Senators Alves, Goodwin, Polisena, Walaska, Parella, Blais, Felag and many more.
Senate Majority Leader Montalbano and Senators Raptakis, Blais, Polisena, Breene, Algiere, Lenihan, Walaska and Celona discuss the act.
The bill marked Substitute "A" is read and passed, and the original bill indefinitely postponed, upon a roll call vote with 35 Senators voting in the affirmative and 1 Senator voting in the negative as follows:
The Honorable President Pro Tempore yields the rostrum to the Honorable William V. Irons, President of the Senate at 5:30 o'clock P.M.
CALENDAR
2. (03-S821) An Act relating to taxation - property subject to taxation.
Committee on Commerce, Housing and Municipal Government recommends passage.
Senator Gibbs moves passage, seconded by Senators Blais, Paiva Weed and others.
The act is read and passed, by unanimous consent, upon a roll call vote with 31 Senators voting in the affirmative and 0 Senators voting in the negative as follows:
Committee on Commerce, Housing and Municipal Government recommends passage.
Senator Tassoni moves passage, seconded by Senator Celona.
The act is read and passed, by unanimous consent, upon a roll call vote with 31 Senators voting in the affirmative and 0 Senators voting in the negative as follows:
4. (03-S137) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to insurance.
Committee on Financial Services, Technology and Regulatory Issues recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
Senator Bates moves passage, seconded by Senators Blais and Walaska.
The bill marked Substitute "A" is read and passed, and the original bill indefinitely postponed, by unanimous consent, upon a roll call vote with 31 Senators voting in the affirmative and 0 Senators voting in the negative as follows:
5. (03-S279) An Act relating to banking law - dishonored checks.
Committee on Financial Services, Technology and Regulatory Issues recommends passage.
Senator Walaska moves passage, seconded by Senators Bates and Ciccone.
The act is read and passed, by unanimous consent, upon a roll call vote with 30 Senators voting in the affirmative, 0 Senators voting in the negative and 1 Senator abstaining as follows:
6. (03-S281) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to insurance - federal riot reinsurance reimbursement fund.
Committee on Financial Services, Technology and Regulatory Issues recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
Senator Walaska moves passage, seconded by Senator Bates.
The bill marked Substitute "A" is read and passed, and the original bill indefinitely postponed, by unanimous consent, upon a roll call vote with 31 Senators voting in the affirmative and 0 Senators voting in the negative as follows:
7. (03-S402) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to regulating oversight.
Committee on Financial Services, Technology and Regulatory Issues recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
Senator Bates moves passage, seconded by Senator Walaska.
The bill marked Substitute "A" is read and passed, and the original bill indefinitely postponed, by unanimous consent, upon a roll call vote with 29 Senators voting in the affirmative, 0 Senators voting in the negative and 2 Senators abstaining as follows:
Committee on Financial Services, Technology and Regulatory Issues recommends passage.
Senator Bates moves passage, seconded by Senator Walaska.
The act is read and passed, by unanimous consent, upon a roll call vote with 29 Senators voting in the affirmative, 0 Senators voting in the negative and 2 Senators abstaining as follows:
10. (03-S433) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to insurance - insurance premium finance agreements.
Committee on Financial Services, Technology and Regulatory Issues recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
Senator Bates moves passage, seconded by Senator Walaska.
The bill marked Substitute "A" is read and passed, and the original bill indefinitely postponed, by unanimous consent, upon a roll call vote with 31 Senators voting in the affirmative and 0 Senators voting in the negative as follows:
Upon suggestion ofSenate Majority Leader Montalbano, and without objection, the remainder of the Calendar is deferred to tomorrow.
FROM THE
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
A message from the House of Representatives transmits with announcement of passage:
(03-H 6351) (Substitute "A" as amended) An Act enabling the Rhode Island Lottery Commission to enter into a master contract with GTech.
Senate Majority Leader Montalbano requests unanimous consent for immediate consideration.
Unanimous consent for immediate consideration is granted.
Upon motion ofSenate Majority Leader Montalbano, seconded by Senator Ruggerio, and by unanimous consent, read and passed, in concurrence, upon a roll call vote with 31 Senators voting in the affirmative and 0 Senators voting in the negative as follows:
By unanimous consent, all matters on the Clerk's desk are ordered to be transmitted to His Excellency, the Governor or to the Honorable House of Representatives forthwith.
ADJOURNMENT
Upon motion ofSenate Majority Leader Montalbano, seconded by Senator Algiere, the Senate adjourns at 6:27 o'clock P.M.
RAYMOND T. HOYAS, JR.
Secretary of the Senate
Appendix
INVOCATION
SENATOR DANIEL P. CONNORS
God, grant us the light, that we may know the wisdom which Thou alone can give. Guide us with your truth and help us to serve well our fellow Rhode Islanders. Amen.
Appendix
CONSENT CALENDAR
In order for Thursday, May 1, 2003:
1. Reappointment of Laurence E. Ryan, Jr. of East Providence (Representing electrical/telecommunication technicians) to the Board of Examination and Licensing of Telecommunications Systems Contractors, Technicians, and Installers for a term expiring August 1, 2009.
Committee on Labor recommends that the Senate give its Advice and Consent to this Reappointment.
2. Reappointment of Nathaniel J. Rendine Esquire (Representative of Labor) to the Labor and Training Board of Review for a term expiring February 1, 2009.
Committee on Labor recommends that the Senate give its Advice and Consent to this Reappointment.
3. Reappointment of Joseph V. Mulvey of Cranston (Representing Labor) to the Rhode Island State Labor Relations Board for a term expiring August 1, 2008.
Committee on Labor recommends that the Senate give its Advice and Consent to this Reappointment.
4. Reappointment of Frank J. Montanaro of Cranston (Representing Labor) to the Rhode Island State Labor Relations Board for a term expiring August 1, 2008.
Committee on Labor recommends that the Senate give its Advice and Consent to this Reappointment.
5. Reappointment of Walter J. Lanni of Cranston (Representing Management) to the Rhode Island State Labor Relations Board for a term expiring August 1, 2008.
Committee on Labor recommends that the Senate give its Advice and Consent to this Reappointment.
6. Reappointment of Gerald S. Goldstein of Cranston (Representing Management/Local Government) to the Rhode Island State Labor Relations Board for a term expiring August 1, 2008.
Committee on Labor recommends that the Senate give its Advice and Consent to this Reappointment.
7. Reappointment of Elizabeth S. Dolan of North Kingstown (Representing Management) to the Rhode Island State Labor Relations Board for a term expiring August 1, 2008.
Committee on Labor recommends that the Senate give its Advice and Consent to this Reappointment.
8. Reappointment of John Capobianco of Cranston (Representing Labor) to the Rhode Island State Labor Relations Board for a term expiring August 1, 2008.
Committee on Labor recommends that the Senate give its Advice and Consent to this Reappointment.
RAYMOND T. HOYAS, JR.
Secretary of the Senate
Wednesday, April 30, 2003
Appendix
CALENDAR
In order for Thursday, May 1, 2003:
1. (03-S434) An Act relating to state affairs and government - Department of Business Regulation.
Committee on Financial Services, Technology and Regulatory Issues recommends passage.
2. (03-S435) An Act relating to insurance - producer licensing act.
Committee on Financial Services, Technology and Regulatory Issues recommends passage.
3. (03-S436) An Act relating to financial institutions - licensed activities.
Committee on Financial Services, Technology and Regulatory Issues recommends passage.
4. (03-S437) An Act relating to securities.
Committee on Financial Services, Technology and Regulatory Issues recommends passage.
5. (03-S559) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to financial institutions - licensed activities and regulating oversight.
Committee on Financial Services, Technology and Regulatory Issues recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
6. (03-S841) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to fiduciaries - uniform management of institutional funds.
Committee on Financial Services, Technology and Regulatory Issues recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
7. (03-S843) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to public utilities and carriers.
Committee on Financial Services, Technology and Regulatory Issues recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
8. (03-S911) An Act relating to insurance - producer licensing act.
Committee on Financial Services, Technology and Regulatory Issues recommends passage.
9. (03-S270) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to food and drugs - fruits and vegetables generally.
Committee on Environment and Agriculture recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
10. (03-S28) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to health and safety - sanitation standards for bathing beaches.
Committee on Health and Human Services recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
11. (03-S105) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to health and safety.
Committee on Health and Human Services recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
12. (03-S318) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to health and safety - Department of Health.
Committee on Health and Human Services recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
13. (03-S883) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to abused and neglected children.
Committee on Health and Human Services recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
14. (03-S1033) An Act relating to domestic relations - solemnization of marriages.
Ordered on the Calendar.
15. (03-S192) An Act relating to taxation - sales tax.
Committee on Finance recommends passage.
16. (03-S197) An Act relating to taxation - personal income tax.
Committee on Finance recommends passage.
17. (03-S741) An Act relating to state affairs and government - jobs development act.
Committee on Finance recommends passage.
18. (03-S915) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to public utilities and carriers - taxicabs and limited public motor vehicles.
Committee on Finance recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
19. (03-S888) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to alcoholic beverages.
Committee on Constitutional and Gaming Issues recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
20. (03-S544) An Act relating to taxation - levy and assessment of local taxes - Bristol.
Committee on Commerce, Housing and Municipal Government recommends passage.
21. (03-S987) An Act relating to motor and other vehicles - lighting equipment and reflectors.
Committee on Commerce, Housing and Municipal Government recommends passage.
22. (03-S136) An Act relating to businesses and professions - health clubs.
Committee on Health and Human Services recommends passage.
23. (03-S393) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to Board of Medical Licensure and Discipline.
Committee on Health and Human Services recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
24. (03-S671) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to health and safety - licensing of health care facilities.
Committee on Health and Human Services recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
25. (03-S708) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to domestic relations - marriage licenses.
Committee on Health and Human Services recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
26. (03-S810) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to businesses and professions - Board of Medical Licensure and Discipline
Committee on Health and Human Services recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
27. (03-S16 as amended) An Act relating to privileges and immunities of militiamen.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage as amended.
28. (03-S379) An Act relating to criminal procedure - arrest.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
29. (03-S380) An Act relating to Human Services - public assistance act.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
30. (03-S660) An Act relating to education - health and safety of pupils.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
31. (03-S663) An Act relating to criminal offenses - impersonation and identity fraud.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
Appendix
CALENDAR
In order for Tuesday, May 6, 2003:
1. (03-S276) (Substitute "A") Joint Resolution providing for bi-partisan preparatory commission to assemble information on constitutional questions in preparation for a vote by the qualified electors on the holding of a Constitutional Convention in accordance with Article XIV Section 2 of the Rhode Island Constitution.
Committee on Constitutional and Gaming Issues recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
2. (03-S1001) An Act relating to animals and animal husbandry - dog licenses.
Committee on Constitutional and Gaming Issues recommends passage.
3. (03-S217) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to education - the Rhode Island Student Investment Initiative.
Committee on Education recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
4. (03-S272) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to education - health and safety of pupils.
Committee on Education recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
5. (03-S595) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to education - certification of teachers.
Committee on Education recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
6. (03-S983) (Substitute "A") Senate Resolution creating a special Senate commission to study the health effects of toxic mold.
Committee on Environment and Agriculture recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
7. (03-S198) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to administrative procedures.
Committee on Financial Services, Technology and Regulatory Issues recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
8. (03-S260) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to commercial law - interest and usury.
Committee on Financial Services, Technology and Regulatory Issues recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
9. (03-S558) An Act relating to mortgage loan appraisers.
Committee on Financial Services, Technology and Regulatory Issues recommends passage.
10. (03-H5024) (Substitute "A") Joint Resolution creating a special legislative commission to study the issue of registering vehicles online.
Committee on Financial Services, Technology and Regulatory Issues recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
11. (03-S134) (Substitute "A") An Act relating to criminal offenses - children.
Committee on Health and Human Services recommends indefinite postponement of the original bill and passage of Substitute "A".
12. (03-S65) An Act relating to motor vehicle offenses.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
13. (03-S452) An Act relating to criminal offenses - assaults.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
14. (03-S464) An Act relating to criminal offenses - children.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
15. (03-S674) An Act relating to criminal offenses - public utilities.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
16. (03-S693) An Act relating to indictments, informations and complaints.
Committee on Judiciary recommends passage.
RAYMOND T. HOYAS, JR.
Secretary of the Senate
Wednesday, April 30, 2003
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