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COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
!iriztathit Journal THURSDAY, JUNE 309 2011
SESSION OF 2011 195TH OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY
No. 50
SENATE
HOUSE MESSAGES
THURSDAY, June 30, 2011
HOUSE CONCURS IN SENATE AMENDMENTS TO HOUSE BILLS
The Senate met at 10 a.m., Eastern Daylight Saving Time. The PRESIDENT (Lieutenant Governor Jim Cawley) in the Chair. PRAYER The following prayer was offered by the Honorable JOHN R. GORDNER: Shall we pray. Dear Heavenly Father, on this last day of June, as we gather here today, we have had a busy month. We have had a busy few weeks. We have done a lot of business that, hopefully, is pleasing in Your sight. While You make each of Your children different, and we are different ourselves with various constituencies and various opinions on issues, and while we disagree on some things, we can do it in a way that is not disagreeable. I am pleased that over this time period, we have kept up a level of decorum, congeniality, and camaraderie. Dear Heavenly Father, as we approach this Fourth of July weekend and the recognition of the independence of this great country of which we are part--and the paintings behind us represent the beginning of our nation and the preservation of our nation--we thank You for those freedoms that we have in this country that we sometimes take for granted, for there are countries and people in the world today who do not have the freedoms that we have. We are thankful for them, and we think of things in the past week that we have enjoyed - freedom of assembly, freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and even though we sometimes find challenges in it, freedom of the press. Dear Heavenly Father, we should make sure that during this holiday weekend, we pause and think of those freedoms, thankful that You have blessed us to be a part of this wonderful country with this wonderful tradition and history, and pray that we can continue to be a vital part of it here in this General Assembly and in this Senate. We pray that You will be with us through this day in everything that we do. In Your heavenly name, amen.
The Clerk of the House of Representatives informed the Senate that the House has concurred in amendments made by the Senate to HB 15, HB 38, HB 463, HB 488, HB 1336 and HB 1485. HOUSE CONCURS IN SENATE BILLS The Clerk of the House of Representatives returned to the Senate SB 302, SB 606, SB 728, SB 1056, SB 1057, SB 1058, SB 1059, SB 1060 and SB 1061 with the information the House has passed the same without amendments. SENATE BILLS RETURNED WITH AMENDMENTS The Clerk of the House of Representatives returned to the Senate SB 101 and SB 260, with the information the House has passed the same with amendments in which the concurrence of the Senate is requested. The PRESIDENT. Pursuant to Senate Rule XIII, section 6, these bills will be referred to the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations. HOUSE BILLS FOR CONCURRENCE The Clerk of the House of Representatives presented to the Senate the following bills for concurrence, which were referred to the committees indicated: June 29, 2011 HB 247 and 1630 -- Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. HB 651 -- Committee on State Government. HB 720 -- Committee on Banking and Insurance. HB 1691 -- Committee on Environmental Resources and Energy. BILLS INTRODUCED AND REFERRED
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by those assembled.)
The PRESIDENT laid before the Senate the following Senate Bills numbered, entitled, and referred as follows, which were read by the Clerk:
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Senator BLAKE presented to the Chair SB 1085, entitled: An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, in fiscal affairs, further providing for authorization of hotel tax. Which was committed to the Committee on LOCAL GOVERNMENT, June 30, 2011. Senators FARNESE, BROWNE, FONTANA, COSTA, RAFFERTY, ERICKSON, FOLMER, BREWSTER, HUGHES, WOZNIAK and FERLO presented to the Chair SB 1101, entitled: An Act amending Title 68 (Real and Personal Property) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in seller disclosures, providing for notice of title insurance, legal representation and liens. Which was committed to the Committee on CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE, June 30, 2011. Senators FARNESE, FONTANA, COSTA, RAFFERTY, ERICKSON, BREWSTER, HUGHES, WOZNIAK and FERLO presented to the Chair SB 1103, entitled: An Act providing for procedures for recording of deeds. Which was committed to the Committee on LOCAL GOVERNMENT, June 30, 2011. Senators McILHINNEY, RAFFERTY, KASUNIC, STACK, ALLOWAY, MENSCH, D. WHITE, FONTANA, YAW, TARTAGLIONE, HUGHES, FOLMER, BROWNE and FERLO presented to the Chair SB 1141, entitled: An Act amending the act of November 29, 2004 (P.L.1282, No.158), known as the Manufactured Housing Improvement Act, expanding the coverage of the act to relocated housing. Which was committed to the Committee on URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING, June 30, 2011. Senator HUGHES presented to the Chair SB 1145, entitled: An Act amending Title 68 (Real and Personal Property) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for residential real estate sellers to provide an energy audit of property and for duties of the State Real Estate Commission. Which was committed to the Committee on URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING June 30, 2011. Senators BLAKE, SOLOBAY, BREWSTER, COSTA, FARNESE, BOSCOLA, YUDICHAK, LEACH and HUGHES presented to the Chair SB 1166, entitled: An Act amending the act of June 26, 2001 (P.L.755, No.77), known as the Tobacco Settlement Act, further providing for the Tobacco Settlement Investment Board. Which was committed to the Committee on PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE, June 30,2011. Senators PILEGGI, ERICKSON, RAFFERTY, GREENLEAF, DINNIMAN, McILHINNEY, TARTAGLIONE, TOMLINSON, BROWNE and FERLO presented to the Chair SB 1176, entitled:
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An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, imposing a tax on natural gas drilling and using that tax to reduce taxes on senior citizens. Which was committed to the Committee on FINANCE, June 30, 2011. Senators WAUGH, ERICKSON and MENSCH presented to the Chair SB 1185, entitled: An Act amending the act of June 24, 1931 (P.L.1206, No.331), known as The First Class Township Code, providing for appointment of township treasurers and election of tax collectors; further defining the duties and authority of the board of township commissioners; and making repeals. Which was committed to the Committee on LOCAL GOVERNMENT, June 30, 2011. Senators WAUGH, ERICKSON and MENSCH presented to the Chair SB 1186, entitled: An Act amending the act of May 25, 1945 (P.L.1050, No.394), known as the Local Tax Collection Law, providing for a transition from township treasurers to tax collectors in first class townships; and making editorial changes. Which was committed to the Committee on LOCAL GOVERNMENT, June 30, 2011. Senators ERICKSON, M. WHITE, FERLO and YUDICHAK presented to the Chair SB 1187, entitled: An Act providing options, subject to voter approval, for political subdivisions to impose taxes on earned income and net profits and personal income for the purpose of reducing real property taxes; authorizing a county sales and use tax; and providing for disbursement of sales tax revenues. Which was committed to the Committee on FINANCE, June 30, 2011. Senators ALLOWAY, SCHWANK, WAUGH and PICCOLA presented to the Chair SB 1188, entitled: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in grounds and buildings, further providing for work to be done under contract let on bids and exception. Which was committed to the Committee on EDUCATION, June 30, 2011. Senators BREWSTER, STACK, WASHINGTON, FONTANA, COSTA, FERLO and YUDICHAK presented to the Chair SB 1189, entitled: An Act amending Titles 53 (Municipalities Generally) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the Municipal Police Recruitment and Retention Program and for law enforcement enhancement surcharge. Which was committed to the Committee on LAW AND JUSTICE, June 30, 2011. Senators DINNTMAN, FOLMER, ALLOWAY, ARGALL, BRUBAKER, EICHELBERGER, RAFFERTY and WAUGH presented to the Chair SB 1190, entitled: A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for oath of office. Which was committed to the Committee on STATE GOVERNMENT, June 30, 2011.
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LEGISLATIVE LEAVES The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Delaware, Senator Pileggi. Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I request a temporary Capitol leave for Senator Mcllhinney, and a legislative leave for Senator Don White. The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Allegheny, Senator Costa. Senator COSTA. Mr. President, I request temporary Capitol leaves for Senator Stack and Senator Tartaglione, and a legislative leave for Senator Williams. The PRESIDENT. Senator Pileggi requests a temporary Capitol leave for Senator Mcllhinney, and a legislative leave for Senator Don White. Senator Costa requests temporary Capitol leaves for Senator Stack and Senator Tartaglione, and a legislative leave for Senator Williams. Without objection, the leaves will be granted.
LEAVE OF ABSENCE Senator PILEGGI asked and obtained a leave of absence for Senator PIPPY, for today's Session, for personal reasons.
SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION WEEKLY RECESS Senator PILEGGI offered the following resolution, which was read as follows: In the Senate, June 30, 2011 RESOLVED, (the House of Representatives concurring), Pursuant to Article II, Section 14, of the Pennsylvania Constitution, that when the Regular Session of the Senate recesses this week, it reconvene on Monday, September 19, 2011, unless sooner recalled by the President Pro Tempore of the Senate; and be it further RESOLVED, Pursuant to Article II, Section 14, of the Pennsylvania Constitution, that when the Regular Session of the House of Representatives recesses this week, it reconvene on Monday, September 19, 2011, unless sooner recalled by the Speaker of the House of Representatives. On the question, Will the Senate adopt the resolution?
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A majority of the Senators having voted "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate present the same to the House of Representatives for concurrence.
PERMISSION TO ADDRESS The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from Berks, Senator Schwank. Senator SCHWANK. Mr. President, I bring sad news from Berks County this morning. Last evening, a deputy sheriff in Berks County was killed while serving a warrant. Deputy Sheriff Kyle Pagerly was killed last night in the line of duty. He was a 2001 graduate of Wilson High School and an Army veteran who had been with our sheriffs department since 2006. He was also a lieutenant in the Spring Township Fire Company, as well as a canine officer trainer. He was a wonderful young man, and this is a significant loss to us in Berks County, and to the people of Pennsylvania as well. We have lost a hero. On behalf of my fellow Senators from Berks County--and I know they will join me in offering some remarks--Senator Argall, Senator Rafferty, and Senator Folmer, I ask that the Senate join us in a moment of silence for Deputy Sheriff Pagerly. Thank you. (Whereupon, the Senate en bloc stood in a moment of silence in solemn respect to the memory of Deputy Sheriff KYLE PAGERLY.)
RECESS The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Delaware, Senator Pileggi. Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I request a recess of the Senate for the purpose of a Republican caucus to be held in the Majority Caucus Room immediately. The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Allegheny, Senator Costa. Senator COSTA. Mr. President, Senate Democrats will meet in the rear of the Chamber for a caucus as well. Thank you. The PRESIDENT For purposes of Republican and Democratic caucuses, without objection, the Senate stands in recess.
AFTER RECESS
The yeas and nays were required by Senator P1LEGGI and were as follows, viz:
The PRESIIMNG OFFICER (Senator John C. Rafferty, Jr.) in the Chair.
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The PRESIDING OFFICER. The time of recess having expired, the Senate will come to order.
Alloway Argall Baker Blake Boscola Brewster Browne Brubaker Corman Costa Dinniman Earl Eichelberger
Erickson Famese Ferlo Folmer Fontana Gordner Greenleaf Hughes Kasunic Kitchen Leach Mdllhinney Mensch
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CALENDAR BILL ON CONCURRENCE IN HOUSE AMENDMENTS SENATE CONCURS IN HOUSE AMENDMENTS
SB 151 (Pr. No. 1426) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: An Act amending the act of January 8, 1960 (1959 P.L.2119, No.787), known as the Air Pollution Control Act, further providing for disposition of fees, fines and civil penalties.
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On the question, Will the Senate concur in the amendments made by the House to Senate Bill No. 151?
CONSIDERATION OF CALENDAR RESUMED
Senator BROWNE. Mr. President, I move that the Senate do concur in the amendments made by the House to Senate Bill No. 151.
BILL OVER IN ORDER TEMPORARILY
On the question, Will the Senate agree to the motion?
THIRD CONSIDERATION CALENDAR
HB 1696 -- Without objection, the bill was passed over in its order temporarily at the request of Senator BROWNE. NONPREFERRED APPROPRIATION BILLS ON THIRD CONSIDERATION AND FINAL PASSAGE
LEGISLATIVE LEAVES The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Lehigh, Senator Browne. Senator BROWNE. Mr. President, I request temporary Capitol leaves for Senator Pileggi, Senator Scarnati, and Senator Corman. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Senator Browne requests temporary Capitol leaves for Senator Pileggi, Senator Scarnati, and Senator Corman. Without objection, the leaves will be granted. LEGISLATIVE LEAVES CANCELLED The PRESIDING OFFICER. Senator Mcllhinney, Senator Tartaglione, and Senator Stack have returned, and their temporary Capitol leaves are cancelled.
HB 1727 (Pr. No. 2192) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: A Supplement to the act of July 28, 1966 (3rd Sp.Sess., P.L.87, No.3), known as the University of Pittsburgh--Commonwealth Act, making appropriations for carrying the same into effect; and providing for a basis for payments of such appropriations, for a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure. Considered the third time and agreed to, On the question, Shall the bill pass finally? The yeas and nays were taken agreeably to the provisions of the Constitution and were as follows, viz:
And the question recurring, Will the Senate agree to the motion?
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The yeas and nays were required by Senator BROWNE and were as follows, viz: YEA-49 Alloway Argall Baker Blake Boscola Brewster Browne Brubaker Corman Costa Dinniman Eanil Eichelberger
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One Piccola Pileggi Rafferty Robbins Scarnati Schwank Smucker Solobay Stack Tartaglione Tomlinson Vance
Vogel Ward Washington Waugh White Donald White Mary Jo Williams Wozniak Yaw Yudichak
NAY-0 A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted 'aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate inform the House of Representatives accordingly.
LEGISLATIVE LEAVE CANCELLED The PRESIDING OFFICER. Senator Don White has returned, and his legislative leave is cancelled.
Alloway Argall Baker Blake Boscola Brewster Browne Brubaker Corman Costa Dinniman Earl! Eichelberger
Erickson Farnese Ferlo Folmer Fontana Gordner Greenleaf Hughes Kasunic Kitchen Leach Mdlihinney Mensch
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Vogel Ward Washington Waugh White Donald White Mary Jo Williams Wozniak Yaw Yudichak
NAY-0 A constitutional two-thirds majority of all the Senators having voted "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate return said bill to the House of Representatives with information that the Senate has passed the same without amendments.
HB 1728 (Pr. No. 2193) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: A Supplement to the act of November 30, 1965 (P.L.843, No.355), known as the Temple University--Commonwealth Act, making appropriations for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of such appropriations; and providing a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure.
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Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate return said bill to the House of Representatives with information that the Senate has passed the same without amendments.
Considered the third time and agreed to, On the question, Shall the bill pass finally? The yeas and nays were taken agreeably to the provisions of the Constitution and were as follows, viz:
HB 1730 (Pr. No. 2195) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled:
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A Supplement to the act of July 7, 1972 (P.L.743, No.176), known as the Lincoln University-Commonwealth Act, making an appropriation for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of the appropriation; and providing a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure.
Alloway Argall Baker Blake Boscola Brewster Browne Brubaker Corman Costa Dinniman Earl Eichelberger
Erickson Farnese Ferlo Folmer Fontana Gordner Greenleaf Hughes Kasunic Kitchen Leach Mcllhinney Mensch
One Piccola Pileggi Rafferty Robbins Scarnati Schwank Smucker Solobay Stack Tartaglione Tomlinson Vance
Vogel Ward Washington Waugh White Donald White Mary Jo Williams Wozniak Yaw Yudichak
Considered the third time and agreed to, On the question, Shall the bill pass finally? The yeas and nays were taken agreeably to the provisions of the Constitution and were as follows, viz:
NAY-0 YEA-49 A constitutional two-thirds majority of all the Senators having voted aye,' the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate return said bill to the House of Representatives with information that the Senate has passed the same without amendments.
HB 1729 (Pr. No. 2194) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: An Act making appropriations to the Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania.
Alloway Argall Baker Blake Boscola Brewster Browne Brubaker Corman Costa Dinniman EarIl Eichelberger
Erickson Farnese Ferlo Folmer Fontana Gordner Greenleaf Hughes Kasunic Kitchen Leach Mdllhinney Mensch
One Piccola Pileggi Rafferty Robbins Scarnati Schwank Smucker Solobay Stack Tartaglione Tomlinson Vance
Vogel Ward Washington Waugh White Donald White Many Jo Williams Wozniak Yaw Yudichak
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Considered the third time and agreed to, On the question, Shall the bill pass finally? The yeas and nays were taken agreeably to the provisions
of the Constitution and were as follows, viz:
A constitutional two-thirds majority of all the Senators having voted 'aye,' the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate return said bill to the House of Representatives with information that the Senate has passed the same without amendments.
YEA-49 Alloway Argall Baker Blake Boscola Brewster Browne Brubaker Corman Costa Dinniman Earl Eichelberger
Erickson Farnese Ferlo Folmer Fontana Gordner Greenleaf Hughes Kasunic Kitchen Leach Mdllhinney Mensch
One Piccola Pileggi Rafferty Robbins Scarnati Schwank Smucker Solobay Stack Tartaglione Tomlinson Vance
Vogel Ward Washington Waugh White Donald White Mary Jo Williams Wozniak Yaw Yudichak
HB 1731 (Pr. No. 2222) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: A Supplement to the act of April 1, 1863 (P.L.213, No.227), entitled "An act to accept the grant of Public Lands, by the United States, to the several states, for the endowment of Agricultural Colleges,' making appropriations for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of such appropriations, for a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure; and making an appropriation from a restricted account within the Agricultural College Land Scrip Fund. Considered the third time and agreed to,
NAY-0 A constitutional two-thirds majority of all the Senators having voted 'aye," the question was determined in the affirmative.
On the question, Shall the bill pass finally?
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The yeas and nays were taken agreeably to the provisions of the Constitution and were as follows, viz: YEA-49 Alloway Argall Baker Blake Boscola Brewster Browne Brubaker Corman Costa Dinniman Earli Eichelberger
Erickson Farnese Ferlo Folmer Fontana Gordner Greenleaf Hughes Kasunic Kitchen Leach Mcllhinney Mensch
One Piccola Pileggi Rafferty Robbins Scamati Schwank Smucker Solobay Stack Tartaglione Tomlinson Vance
Vogel Ward Washington Waugh White Donald White Mary Jo Williams Wozniak Yaw Yudichak
dad thought it would be a good idea for he and Tom Malone to play a little joke on me. So, they put me in jail for a little while, and my dad said to me in the car a little while later, you do not want to be there anymore, do you? I appreciate the support of the Senate in adopting House Bill No. 66. Thank you. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair thanks the gentleman from Lackawanna County for his refreshing and frank comments. And the question recurring, Shall the bill pass finally? The yeas and nays were taken agreeably to the provisions of the Constitution and were as follows, viz: YEA-49
NAY-0 A constitutional two-thirds majority of all the Senators having voted "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate return said bill to the House of Representatives with information that the Senate has passed the same without amendments. BILL OVER IN ORDER
Alloway Argall Baker Blake Boscola Brewster Browne Brubaker Corman Costa Dinniman EarlI Eichelberger
Erickson Farnese Ferlo Folmer Fontana Gordner Greenleaf Hughes Kasunic Kitchen Leach Mctlhinney Mensch
HB 9 -- Without objection, the bill was passed over in its order at the request of Senator BROWNE. BILLS ON THIRD CONSIDERATION AND FINAL PASSAGE HB 66 (Pr. No. 30) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: An Act designating a bridge on that portion of S.R. 1012 over the Lackawanna River, Archbald Borough, Lackawanna County, as the Police Chief Thomas J. Malone Memorial Bridge. Considered the third time and agreed to, On the question, Shall the bill pass finally? The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Lackawanna, Senator Blake. Senator BLAKE. Mr. President, I rise proudly to speak on House Bill No. 66, which was developed and introduced by my friend, the dean of the House delegation from Lackawanna County, Representative Staback. This bill will establish the name of a bridge in my hometown for Police Chief Thomas J. Malone. He was an authority figure, a law enforcement official of great esteem and dignity. He actually served as the chief of the Archbald Borough Police Department for 35 years, and as president of the Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Association. I have to admit something to the Members of the Senate. I was not going to go on the record, but I have to admit that Chief Malone actually put me in jail once. I was 10 years old at the time, and it was in the borough building back home. My
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NAY-0 A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate return said bill to the House of Representatives with information that the Senate has passed the same without amendments. HB 345 (Pr. No. 300) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for burial details for veterans. Considered the third time and agreed to, On the question, Shall the bill pass finally? The yeas and nays were taken agreeably to the provisions of the Constitution and were as follows, viz: YEA-49 Alloway Argall Baker Blake Boscola Brewster Browne Brubaker
Erickson Farnese Ferlo Folmer Fontana Gordner Greenleaf Hughes
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On the question, Shall the bill pass finally? The yeas and nays were taken agreeably to the provisions of the Constitution and were as follows, viz:
NAY-0 YEA-49 A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate return said bill to the House of Representatives with information that the Senate has passed the same without amendments.
HB 399 (Pr. No. 365) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: An Act designating the Shenango River Bridge, which carries State Route 322 over the Shenango River in Jamestown Borough, Mercer County, as the Staff Sergeant David M. Veverka Veterans Memorial Bridge. Considered the third time and agreed to, On the question, Shall the bill pass finally? The yeas and nays were taken agreeably to the provisions of the Constitution and were as follows, viz:
Alloway Argall Baker Blake Boscola Brewster Browne Brubaker Corman Costa Dinniman EarlI Eichelberger
Erickson Farnese Ferlo Folmer Fontana Gordner Greenleaf Hughes Kasunic Kitchen Leach Mdllhmney Mensch
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NAY-0 A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate return said bill to the House of Representatives with information that the Senate has passed the same with amendments in which concurrence of the House is requested. BILL OVER IN ORDER
YEA-49 Alloway Argall Baker Blake Boscola Brewster Browne Brubaker Corman Costa Dinniman Earli Eichelberger
Erickson Farnese Ferlo Folmer Fontana Gordner Greenleaf Hughes Kasunic Kitchen Leach Mcllhinney Mensch
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NAY-0 A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate return said bill to the House of Representatives with information that the Senate has passed the same without amendments.
HB 562 (Pr. No. 2092) -- The Senate proceeded to consid-
HB 712 -- Without objection, the bill was passed over in its order at the request of Senator BROWNE. BILL ON THIRD CONSIDERATION AND FINAL PASSAGE
1111917 (Pr. No. 980) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: An Act designating the bridge carrying State Route 2014 over the Beaverdam Branch of the Juniata River in Hollidaysburg Borough, Blair County, as the Sgt. 1st Class Daniel Lightner Memorial Bridge. Considered the third time and agreed to, On the question, Shall the bill pass finally? The yeas and nays were taken agreeably to the provisions of the Constitution and were as follows, viz:
eration of the bill, entitled: YEA-49 An Act amending the act of June 30, 1981 (P.L.128, No.43), known as the Agricultural Area Security Law, further providing for definitions and for purchase of agricultural conservation easements; and abrogating a regulation. Considered the third time and agreed to, And the amendments made thereto having been printed as required by the Constitution,
Alloway Argall Baker Blake Boscola Brewster Browne Brubaker
Erickson Farnese Ferlo Folmer Fontana Gordner Greenleaf Hughes
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An Act amending the act of May 24, 1956 (1955, P.L.1674, No.566), entitled "An act authorizing council of any incorporated town to create the office of town manager, and prescribe his powers and duties," further providing for the office of town manager and for powers and duties of a town manager. Considered the third time and agreed to,
A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate return said bill to the House of Representatives with information that the Senate has passed the same without amendments.
The yeas and nays were taken agreeably to the provisions of the Constitution and were as follows, viz:
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HB 960 -- Without objection, the bill was passed over in its order temporarily at the request of Senator BROWNE. BILLS ON THIRD CONSIDERATION AND FINAL PASSAGE
HB 1219 (Pr. No. 1329) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: An Act designating a bridge on that portion of State Route 2011 over the East Branch of Sideling Hill Creek, Monroe Township, Bedford County, as the Donald H. Clark Memorial Bridge. Considered the third time and agreed to, On the question, Shall the bill pass finally? The yeas and nays were taken agreeably to the provisions of the Constitution and were as follows, viz: YEA-49 Alloway Argall Baker Blake Boscola Brewster Browne Brubaker Corman Costa Dinniman Earl Eichelberger
Erickson Farnese Ferlo Folmer Fontana Gordner Greenleaf Hughes Kasunic Kitchen Leach Mdllhinney Mensch
One Piccola Pileggi Rafferty Robbins Scarnati Schwank Smucker Solobay Stack Taitaglione Tomlinson Vance
Vogel Ward Washington Waugh White Donald White Mary Jo Williams Wozniak Yaw Yudichak
On the question, Shall the bill pass finally?
Alloway Argall Baker Blake Boscola Brewster Browne Brubaker Corman Costa Dinniman Earil Eichelberger
Erickson Farnese Ferlo Folmer Fontana Gordner Greenleaf Hughes Kasunic Kitchen Leach Mdllhinney Mensch
Orie Piccola Pileggi Rafferty Robbins Scamati Schwank Smucker Solobay Stack
Vogel Ward Washington Waugh White Donald White Many Jo Williams Wozniak Yaw Yudichak
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A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate return said bill to the House of Representatives with information that the Senate has passed the same without amendments.
HB 1449 (Pr. No. 1739) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: An Act amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P.L. 1656, No.581), known as The Borough Code, further providing for the office of borough manager and for powers and duties of a borough manager. Considered the third time and agreed to, On the question, Shall the bill pass finally? The yeas and nays were taken agreeably to the provisions of the Constitution and were as follows, viz:
NAY-0 YEA-49 A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate return said bill to the House of Representatives with information that the Senate has passed the same without amendments.
HB 1448 (Pr. No. 1738) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled:
Alloway Argall Baker Blake Boscola Brewster Browne Brubaker Corman
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BILL ON SECOND CONSIDERATION HB 378 (Pr. No. 342) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled:
NAY-0 A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate return said bill to the House of Representatives with information that the Senate has passed the same without amendments. HB 1549 (Pr. No. 2221) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No. 130), known as The County Code, in names and corporate powers and classification of counties, further providing for counties divided into nine classes; and, in prothonotary, clerks of court, clerk of orphan's court, register of wills, recorder of deeds, further providing for how offices to be held.
On the question, Shall the bill pass finally?
BILLS OVER IN ORDER HB 389, SB 626, SB 634, SB 717 and SB 896 -- Without objection, the bills were passed over in their order at the request of Senator BROWNE. BILL REREFERRED
An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, imposing a natural gas impact fee and providing for a model zoning ordinance.
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Considered the second time and agreed to, Ordered, To be printed on the Calendar for third consideration.
SB 1100 (Pr. No. 1328) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled:
Considered the third time and agreed to,
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An Act amending the act of August 5, 1941 (P.L.752, No.286), known as the Civil Service Act, further providing for definitions and for the State Civil Service Commission.
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NAY-0 A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate return said bill to the House of Representatives with information that the Senate has passed the same without amendments.
Upon motion of Senator BROWNE, and agreed to by voice vote, the bill was rereferred to the Committee on Appropriations. BILLS OVER IN ORDER SB 1177 and HB 1683 -- Without objection, the bills were passed over in their order at the request of Senator BROWNE. THIRD CONSIDERATION CALENDAR RESUMED HB 1696 CALLED UP HB 1696 (Pr. No. 2260) -- Without objection, the bill, which previously went over in its order temporarily, was called up, from page 1 of the Third Consideration Calendar, by Senator BROWNE. BILL REREPORTED FROM COMMITTEE AS AMENDED ON THIRD CONSIDERATION AND FINAL PASSAGE
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HB 1696 (Pr. No. 2260) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled:
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An Act providing for a temporary moratorium of court-ordered countywide reassessments and for reforms based upon study.
HB 140 -- Without objection, the bill was passed over in its order at the request of Senator BROWNE.
Considered the third time and agreed to, And the amendments made thereto having been printed as required by the Constitution,
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On the question, Shall the bill pass finally? The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Allegheny, Senator Ferlo. Senator FERLO. Mr. President, very briefly, I just want to go on record stating my opposition to the bill. It is bad public policy, unfair to the taxpayers and residents of Allegheny County whom I represent, and more importantly, and equally so, it is unconstitutional on its face as being special legislation. Thank you.
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TOM CORBE1T Governor On the question, Will the Senate advise and consent to the nomination?
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In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Harris Gubernick, 1064 Jefferson Court, Warrington 18976, Bucks County, Twelfth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Board of Pardons, to serve until November 30, 2011, [data missing], vice The Honorable John E. Wetzel, Chambersburg, resigned.
The yeas and nays were required by Senator ROBBINS and were as follows, viz:
And the question recurring, Shall the bill pass finally?
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A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted 'aye,' the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate return said bill to the House of Representatives with information that the Senate has passed the same with amendments in which concurrence of the House is requested.
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A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Governor be informed accordingly. EXECUTIVE SESSION RISES Senator ROBBINS. Mr. President, I move that the Executive Session do now rise. The motion was agreed to by voice vote.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS SENATE RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED Senator KASUNIC, by unanimous consent, offered Senate Resolution No. 162, entitled:
EXECUTIVE SESSION Motion was made by Senator ROBBINS, That the Senate do now resolve itself into Executive Session for the purpose of considering a certain nomination made by the Governor. Which was agreed to by voice vote.
A Resolution congratulating the Borough of South Connellsville, Fayette County, on its 100th anniversary. On the question, Will the Senate adopt the resolution?
NOMINATION TAKEN FROM THE TABLE Senator ROBBINS. Mr. President, I call from the table a certain nomination and ask for its consideration. The Clerk read the nomination as follows: MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF PARDONS May 5, 2011 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:
The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Fayette, Senator Kasunic. Senator KASUNIC. Mr. President, my resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Borough of South Connellsville, Fayette County. South Connellsville Borough became incorporated in 1911. The community was named after Zachariah Connell, who settled with his family on the east bank of the Youghiogheny River in 1770. By the late 1880s, South Connellsville became a hub for manufacturing and in-
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dustrial plants, a blessing that has sustained the community and our region over the years. Also, Mr. President, I would be remiss if I did not mention that notable author Tamora Pierce is a South Connellsville native. The community is proud of its heritage, and I ask for a unanimous vote on this resolution commemorating the 100th anniversary of South Connellsville Borough. And the question recurring, Will the Senate adopt the resolution? A voice vote having been taken, the question was determined in the affirmative. Senators WAUGH, BROWNE, ALLOWAY, ARGALL, BAKER, BRUBAKER, CORMAN, EARLL, EICHELBERGER, ERICKSON, FOLMER, GORDNER, GREENLEAF, McILHINNEY, MENSCH, ORIE, PICCOLA, PILEGGI, PIPPY, RAFFERTY, ROBBINS, SCARNATI, SMUCKER, TOMLINSON, VANCE, VOGEL, WARD, D. WHITE, M. WHITE and YAW, by unanimous consent, offered Senate Resolution No. 163, entitled: A Resolution honoring the life of former State Fire Commissioner and former Harrisburg Fire Chief Charles A. 'Chet" Henry, who died on June 25, 2011. On the question, Will the Senate adopt the resolution? The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from York, Senator Waugh. Senator WAUGH. Mr. President, as co-chair of the Fire and Emergency Services Caucus, I offer this resolution honoring, and noting with sadness, the passing of the Commonwealths very first State Fire Commissioner, Chief Charles A.--all of us knew him as "Chet'--Henry, of Lemoyne. He died last Saturday, June 25. Commissioner Henry was born right here in Harrisburg, in 1927, and grew up in the Shipoke neighborhood. He served two separate tours in the United States Navy during World War II. After returning home in 1963, Chief Henry started what would be noted by all as a stellar career with the Harrisburg Fire Department. He rose through the ranks, from rookie on the tailboard of an engine, to battalion chief, assistant chief, and finally finished his career with the Harrisburg Fire Department as chief of the department. Chief Henry obtained credentials in a wide variety of coursework at the U.S. Fire Academy, the Philadelphia Fire Academy, and the Pittsburgh Fire Academy, and he served as a fire instructor with our very own Pennsylvania State Fire Academy. While chief in Harrisburg, he served on then-Governor Milton Shapp's much-heralded and, frankly, often still referred to today, the Pennsylvania Commission on Fire Prevention and Control, which in 1974 rendered that famous report, "Pennsylvania Burning." Any of the Members or folks listening who have never had an opportunity, take a look at it. You can get it online, like anything else today. It was a guide that was prepared in 1974 to outline concerns in our State with fire prevention, fire control, and fire suppression techniques of the day. Honestly, it is
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still used quite often today. A lot of what was put together, then under Chief Henry's oversight, is used as a model, even some 37 years later. In 1977, Governor Shapp appointed him as the Commonwealth's very first State Fire Commissioner. He worked tirelessly in taking the pulse of fire service throughout our State by personally visiting our Commonwealth's fire companies and firefighter associations in all 67 counties. The Commissioner also forged business, insurance, and educational alliances and acted as a catalyst for all fire-related entities in the Commonwealth. His carefully cultivated relationships with the U.S. Fire Administration and the National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg led to valuable grant rewards to our State in the fields of master planning, organizational design, fire prevention education, and arson detection. All who ever worked with him knew that he brought such a wealth of knowledge to the position and such a sense of what was needed at that point in time in Pennsylvania's fire programs, particularly in the discipline of fire prevention, which, under his command, was noticed and recognized at the national level. After giving many hundreds of unforgettable speeches and presentations throughout our Commonwealth, he was then sought out to give his motivational fire/EMS-related speeches throughout the country. Keynoting a Fallen Firefighter ceremony at the National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg; speaking from a church pulpit in Philadelphia where Ben Franklin, father of our nation's first fire company, had once spoken was one of his personal favorite events. I can tell you, whether he was speaking to a vast audience in Washington, D.C., under the spotlight of the Capitol Dome, or to several dozen emergency responders and firefighters standing on the platform of a fire truck in rural Pennsylvania, he spoke with the same sincerity, intensity, and straight-up commonsense approach. Four years later, after his appointment as our first State Fire Commissioner in 1981, Governor Dick Thornburgh combined and transferred fire-related entities from other departments and created, for the first time in our State, the Office of Fire Safety Services within PEMA. That prudent, yet to many, dramatic, move awarded the State Fire Commissioner's Office not only the responsibilities of Fire Commissioner, but the additional responsibilities of our State Fire Academy in Lewistown, and our VLAP, the Volunteer Loan Assistant Program, a very successftal program with which we are all familiar. In fact, the Commissioner set the bar high for all future Fire Commissioners as he organized and managed this new challenge. It is still in place today, and is doing very well under the direction of current Commissioner Mann. Commissioner Chief Henry served as one of the first directors of the United States Fire Institute based in Washington, D.C. He was director of the International Association of Fire Service Instructors. He was a member of the State Firefighters' Association, the Dauphin County Firemen's Association, and he was a life member of the Pennsylvania Pump Primers Association. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 o'clock on July 9 at the Cathedral Parish of Saint Patrick on State Street, right here in Harrisburg. I note that Commissioner Mann has put out an alert to all fire departments, both career and volun-
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teer, asking that each and every one try to send at least one individual to attend the ceremony in honor of Commissioner Henry. Mr. President, if I may, on behalf of all Members of the Senate, offer sincere condolences to his family and to his many friends. We are thankful for Commissioner Henry's defining contribution to our State's fire, EMS, and rescue services, and to the safety and welfare to which he dedicated himself for all citizens, not only in our Commonwealth, but across this nation. I will leave this resolution open at the desk, asking all Members to sign. In fact, we will add all Members, unless we hear otherwise. Thank you very much. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Washington, Senator Solobay. Senator SOLOBAY. Mr. President, I also rise to concur with the wonderful and very true comments that my colleague from York County has just described for our good friend, and now passed, Fire Chief Chet Henry. The fingerprint of all the great and wonderful things that go on in emergency services in Pennsylvania is because of that gentleman. He will be sorely missed. I, too, ask that the Members of the Senate sign onto this resolution and send best wishes to his family in their time of loss. And the question recurring, Will the Senate adopt the resolution? (Whereupon, the Senate en bloc stood in a moment of silence in solemn respect to the memory of former State Fire Commissioner CHARLES A. "CHET" HENRY.) The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair declares the resolution unanimously adopted. Senators DINNIMAN, PICCOLA, STACK, RAFFERTY, WOZNIAK, ORIE, FERLO, SOLOBAY, D. WHITE, WAUGH, PILEGGI, FONTANA, ALLOWAY, McILHINNEY, SCHWANK, VANCE, PIPPY, FARNESE, BROWNE, COSTA, EARLL and TARTAGLIONE, by unanimous consent, offered Senate Resolution No. 164, entitled: A Resolution recognizing the holiday beginning with Rosh Hashanah and concluding with Yom Kippur. On the question, Will the Senate adopt the resolution? The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Chester, Senator Dinniman. Senator DINNIMAN. Mr. President, the calendar has not changed, but the problem is that we often come back here, as you know, either after or immediately before the Jewish holidays, and it is difficult for us to get our resolutions of congratulations to Jewish institutions and to the community at that time. So, I am simply asking that we do what we always do, to wish the Jewish community a happy new year and a good fast for the Day of Atonement. Then we can have these resolutions prepared, so we can present them when the holiday occurs, when we ourselves are often not here. Thank you, Mr. President.
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And the question recurring, Will the Senate adopt the resolution? A voice vote having been taken, the question was determined in the affirmative. RECESS The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Lehigh, Senator Browne. Senator BROWNE. Mr. President, I request that the Senate do now recess to the call of the President pro tempore. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, the Senate stands in recess to the call of the President pro tempore. AFTER RECESS The PRESIDENT (Lieutenant Governor Jim Cawley) in the Chair. The PRESIDENT. The time of recess having expired, the Senate will come to order. LEGISLATIVE LEAVE CANCELLED The PRESIDENT. Senator Pileggi has returned, and his temporary Capitol leave is cancelled. HOUSE MESSAGES HOUSE CONCURS IN SENATE AMENDMENTS TO HOUSE AMENDMENTS TO SENATE BILL The Clerk of the House of Representatives informed the Senate that the House has concurred in amendments made by the Senate to House amendments to SB 1062. HOUSE CONCURS IN SENATE AMENDMENTS TO HOUSE BILLS The Clerk of the House of Representatives informed the Senate that the House has concurred in amendments made by the Senate to HB 78 and HB 1352. HOUSE CONCURS IN SENATE BILLS The Clerk of the House of Representatives returned to the Senate SB 791 and SB 1007, with the information the House has passed the same without amendments. SENATE BILL RETURNED WITH AMENDMENTS The Clerk of the House of Representatives returned to the Senate SB 552, with the information the House has passed the same with amendments in which the concurrence of the Senate is requested. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Pursuant to Senate Rule XIII, section 6, this bill will be referred to the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations.
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The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Delaware, Senator Pileggi. Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I request temporary Capitol leaves for Senator Gordner and Senator Tomlinson. The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Allegheny, Senator Costa. Senator COSTA. Mr. President, I ask for a temporary Capitol leave for Senator Leach, and a legislative leave for Senator Washington. The PRESIDENT. Senator Pileggi requests temporary Capitol leaves for Senator Gordner and Tomlinson. Senator Costa requests a temporary Capitol leave for Senator Leach, and a legislative leave for Senator Washington. Without objection, the leaves will be granted. LEAVE CHANGED The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Delaware, Senator Pileggi. Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I request that Senator Pippy's leave be changed from personal leave to legislative leave. The PRESIDENT. Senator Pileggi requests that Senator Pippy's leave be changed from personal leave to legislative leave. Without objection, the leave will be changed. CONSIDERATION OF CALENDAR RESUMED THIRD CONSIDERATION CALENDAR RESUMED
On the question, Shall the bill pass finally? The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Allegheny, Senator Costa. Senator COSTA. Mr. President, before we call the roll, I just want to inform our Members that House Bill No. 960 represents the Welfare Code. We had conversation and discussion on the Senate floor yesterday. A number of our Members on this side of the aisle were very concerned about a number of aspects which are part of this bill. Again, I ask for a negative vote, and ask that the remarks that we made yesterday carry forward to today day as well. The PRESIDENT. Without objection, so noted. And the question recurring, Shall the bill pass finally? The yeas and nays were taken agreeably to the provisions of the Constitution and were as follows, viz: YEA-35 Alloway Argall Baker Boscola Browne Brubaker Coman Earl Eichelberger
Erickson Folmer Gordner Greenleaf Mdllhinney Mensch One Piccola Pileggi
HB 960 CALLED UP HR 960 (Pr. No. 2258) -- Without objection, the bill, which previously went over in its order temporarily, was called up, from page 3 of the Third Consideration Calendar, by Senator PILEGGI. BILL ON THIRD CONSIDERATION AND FINAL PASSAGE HB 960 (Pr. No. 2258) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in public assistance, adding definitions; providing for fraud detection system, for administration of assistance programs and for copayments for subsidized child care; further providing for determination of eligibility; providing for verification system and for eligibility for persons with drug-related felonies; further providing for persons eligible for medical assistance, for medical assistance payments for institutional care, for reimbursement for certain medical assistance items and services, for payments for readmissions to a hospital paid through diagnosis-related groups and for medical assistance benefit packages, coverage, copayments, premiums and rates; in Statewide quality care assessment, further providing for the definition of "net patient revenue,' for implementation, for calculation and notice of assessments under certain conditions, for restricted account limitations and for conditions for certain payments; and providing for inmate medical costs. Considered the third time and agreed to, And the amendments made thereto having been printed as required by the Constitution,
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A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate return said bill to the House of Representatives with information that the Senate has passed the same with amendments in which concurrence of the House is requested. LEGISLATIVE LEAVES CANCELLED The PRESIDENT. Senator Corman has returned, and his temporary Capitol leave is cancelled. RECESS The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Delaware, Senator Pileggi. Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I request a recess of the Senate for purposes of a meeting of the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations to be held in the Rules room immediately, to be followed by a Republican caucus to the held in the Majority Caucus Room. The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Allegheny, Senator Costa.
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Senator COSTA. Mr. President, at the conclusion of the meeting of the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations, we will have a Democratic caucus in the rear of the Chamber. The PRESIDENT. For purposes of a meeting of the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations to be held immediately in the Rules room, to be followed by Republican and Democratic caucuses, without objection, the Senate stands in recess.
AFTER RECESS The PRESIDENT. The time of recess having expired, the Senate will come to order.
HOUSE MESSAGE SENATE BILL RETURNED WITH AMENDMENTS The Clerk of the House of Representatives returned to the Senate SB 907, with the information the House has passed the same with amendments in which the concurrence of the Senate is requested. The PRESIDENT. Pursuant to Senate Rule XIII, section 6, this bill will be referred to the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations.
BILLS REPORTED FROM COMMITTEE Senator PILEGGI, from the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations, reported the following bills: SB 101 (Pr. No. 1427) (Rereported) (Concurrence) An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for a penalty. SB 260 (Pr. No. 1400) (Rereported) (Concurrence) An Act amending the act of November 29, 1990 (P.L.585, No.148), known as the Confidentiality of HIV-Related Information Act, further providing for legislative intent, for consent to HIV-related tests and for counseling. SB 552 (Pr. No. 1442) (Rereported) (Concurrence) An Act amending the act of December 18, 2001 (P.L.949, No.114), known as the Workforce Development Act, providing for industry partnerships.
LEGISLATIVE LEAVE The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Delaware, Senator Pileggi. Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I request a legislative leave for Senator One. The PRESIDENT. Senator Pileggi requests a legislative leave for Senator One. Without objection, the leave will be granted.
LEGISLATIVE LEAVES CANCELLED The PRESIDENT. Senator Scarnati and Senator Gordner have returned, and their temporary Capitol leaves are cancelled.
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SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS SUPPLEMENTAL CALENDAR No. 1 BILLS ON CONCURRENCE IN HOUSE AMENDMENTS SENATE CONCURS IN HOUSE AMENDMENTS SB 101 (Pr. No. 1427) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for a penalty. On the question, Will the Senate concur in the amendments made by the House to Senate Bill No. 101? Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I move that the Senate do concur in the amendments made by the House to Senate Bill No. 101. On the question, Will the Senate agree to the motion? The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Lancaster, Senator Smucker. Senator SMUCKER. Mr. President, serving the public interest does not always mean carving out groundbreaking reform. As is demonstrated by Senate Bill No. 101, strengthening a significant, durable good government law is a substantial victory for taxpayers. Approval of a sunshine penalties bill is a successful conclusion to 25 years of effort by sunshine advocates. A law that is a foundational piece for open government finally has teeth put into it. The Sunshine Law guarantees public access to open meetings, and the opportunity for public comment becomes more meaningful. The penalty provision is intended, first and foremost, to improve compliance. It does this, in part, by providing incentives for prosecution of intentional violations. An outrageous exercise in secret action in Lancaster County triggered this legislation, and now we will deliver a remedy that should work to prevent similar offenses. This will not change things in many jurisdictions where good faith compliance is general practice, but there are yet too many jurisdictions where sunshine is treated as a casual suggestion rather than an ironclad requirement. That problem is real, and this solution is practical, reasonable, and responsible. This is the third Session in which the Senate has passed such a bill. Gib Armstrong started the push, and I picked up the cause. This time, a bill has come back from the House in good shape. The difference this year is that Representative Vereb stepped up as a champion, pressing for quick action and adding an amendment that affirms intentional violations of sunshine are serious offenses. Credit goes to various newspapers for carrying compelling editorials pushing this legislation and making sure the spotlight never shifted away. In recent days, Mr. President, we have cast a series of tough votes with substantial opposition, no matter which way we decided matters. Here is one that is clearly right, clearly under-
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standable, clearly in the public interest, and clearly a worthy accomplishment. Today, I thank my colleagues for supporting this bill in the past, and again, I ask for an affirmative vote. Thank you, Mr. President. And the question recurring, Will the Senate agree to the motion?
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Rafferty Robbins Scarnati Schwank Smucker Solobay Stack Tartaglione Tomlinson
Vance Vogel Ward Washington Waugh White Donald White Mary Jo Williams Wozniak Yaw Yudichak
A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate inform the House of Representatives accordingly. SENATE CONCURS IN HOUSE AMENDMENTS
SB 552 (Pr. No. 1442) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: An Act amending the act of December 18, 2001 (P.L.949, No. 114), known as the Workforce Development Act, providing for industry partnerships.
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On the question, Will the Senate concur in the amendments made by the House to Senate Bill No. 552?
A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate inform the House of Representatives accordingly.
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No. 552. On the question, Will the Senate agree to the motion?
SB 260 (Pr. No. 1400) -- The Senate proceeded to considThe yeas and nays were required by Senator PILEGGI and were as follows, viz:
eration of the bill, entitled: An Act amending the act of November 29, 1990 (P.L.585, No.148), known as the Confidentiality of HIV-Related Information Act, further providing for legislative intent, for consent to HIV-related tests and for counseling. On the question, Will the Senate concur in the amendments made by the House to Senate Bill No. 260? Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I move that the Senate do concur in the amendments made by the House to Senate Bill No. 260. On the question, Will the Senate agree to the motion?
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The yeas and nays were required by Senator PILEGGI and were as follows, viz:
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A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate inform the House of Representatives accordingly.
RECESS The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Delaware, Senator Pileggi.
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Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I request a recess of the Senate for the purpose of a meeting of the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations to be held in the Rules room immediately. The PRESIDENT. For the purpose of a meeting of the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations, without objection, the Senate stands in recess.
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AFTER RECESS
SB 419 (Pr. No. 1405) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled:
The PRESIDENT. The time of recess having expired, the Senate will come to order.
HOUSE MESSAGE SENATE BILL RETURNED WITH AMENDMENTS The Clerk of the House of Representatives returned to the Senate SB 419, with the information the House has passed the same with amendments in which the concurrence of the Senate is requested. The PRESIDENT. Pursuant to Senate Rule XIII, section 6, this bill will be referred to the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations.
BILLS REPORTED FROM COMMITTEE Senator PILEGGI, from the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations, reported the following bills:
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An Act amending the act of December 22, 1983 (P.L.306, No.84), known as the Board of Vehicles Act, providing for the definition of "area of responsibility"; further providing for reimbursement for all parts and service required by the manufacturer or distributor and reimbursement audits; providing for area of responsibility; further providing for grounds for disciplinary proceedings; and making a related repeal. On the question, Will the Senate concur in the amendments made by the House to Senate Bill No. 419? Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I move that the Senate do concur in the amendments made by the House to Senate Bill No. 419. On the question, Will the Senate agree to the motion? LEGISLATIVE LEAVE CANCELLED
SB 419 (Pr. No. 1405) (Rereported) (Concurrence) An Act amending the act of December 22, 1983 (P.L.306, No.84), known as the Board of Vehicles Act, providing for the definition of 'area of responsibility"; further providing for reimbursement for all parts and service required by the manufacturer or distributor and reimbursement audits; providing for area of responsibility; further providing for grounds for disciplinary proceedings; and making a related repeal. SB 907 (Pr. No. 1452) (Rereported) (Concurrence) An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, providing for time for filing returns for certain sales and use taxpayers; establishing a restricted account within the Agricultural College Land Scrip Fund; in borrowing for capital facilities, further providing for definitions, for Neighborhood Improvement Zone Fund, for Keystone Opportunity Zone and for duration and providing for Commonwealth pledges and for confidentiality, providing for financially distressed municipalities and for Keystone Special Development Zones; in education tax credits, making an editorial change and providing for Department of Revenue and for Department of Community and Economic Development; in special funds, further providing for funding and reviving and further providing for investments; providing for 2011-2012 budget implementation and restrictions; in general budget implementation, further providing for executive offices and for the Auditor General, providing for Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority Accounts, further providing for the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency, repealing provisions related to the Legislative Department, providing for the Catastrophic Loss Benefits Continuation Fund and further providing for the State Gaming Fund; in 2010-2011 budget implementation, further providing for the Department of Education; providing for audits; and making related repeals.
The PRESIDENT. Senator Tomlinson has returned, and his temporary Capitol leave is cancelled. And the question recurring, Will the Senate agree to the motion? The yeas and nays were required by Senator PILEGGI and were as follows, viz: YEA-50 Alloway Argall Baker Blake Boscola Brewster Browne Brubaker Corman Costa Dinniman Earl Eichelberger
Erickson Farnese Ferlo Folmer Fontana Gordner Greenleaf Hughes Kasunic Kitchen Leach Mdllhinney Mensch
One Piccola Pileggi Pippy Rafferty Robbins Scarnati Schwank Smucker Solobay Stack Tartaglione Tomlinson
Vance Vogel Ward Washington Waugh White Donald White Mary Jo Williams Wozniak Yaw Yudichak
NAY-0 A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate inform the House of Representatives accordingly.
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BILL ON CONCURRENCE IN HOUSE AMENDMENTS SENATE CONCURS IN HOUSE AMENDMENTS SB 907 (Pr. No. 1452) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No. 176), known as The Fiscal Code, providing for time for filing returns for certain sales and use taxpayers; establishing a restricted account within the Agricultural College Land Scrip Fund; in borrowing for capital facilities, further providing for definitions, for Neighborhood Improvement Zone Fund, for Keystone Opportunity Zone and for duration and providing for Commonwealth pledges and for confidentiality, providing for financially distressed municipalities and for Keystone Special Development Zones; in education tax credits, making an editorial change and providing for Department of Revenue and for Department of Community and Economic Development; in special funds, further providing for funding and reviving and further providing for investments; providing for 2011-2012 budget implementation and restrictions; in general budget implementation, further providing for executive offices and for the Auditor General, providing for Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority Accounts, further providing for the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency, repealing provisions related to the Legislative Department, providing for the Catastrophic Loss Benefits Continuation Fund and further providing for the State Gaming Fund; in 2010-2011 budget implementation, further providing for the Department of Education; providing for audits; and making related repeals. On the question, Will the Senate concur in the amendments made by the House to Senate Bill No. 907? Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I move that the Senate do concur in the amendments made by the House to Senate Bill No. 907. On the question, Will the Senate agree to the motion? The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Allegheny, Senator Costa. Senator COSTA. Mr. President, I want to inform our Members that Senate Bill No. 907 represents the Fiscal Code legislation that we talked about in caucus earlier, and more importantly, it represents the document that came out of the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations without the Marcellus Shale language. Senate Democrats have talked for quite a while about the imposition of a Marcellus Shale local impact fee that would drive out resources back to our local communities for infrastructure purposes, as well as addressing environmental concerns. Mr. President, that measure failed in committee. It is unfortunate. We were hoping we would be able to have a conversation along those lines as part of this budget. We think it is essential that that conversation should have taken place now as part of this budget process. We are disappointed along those lines. Mr. President, there are a number of items that are part and parcel of Senate Bill No. 907, again, the Fiscal Code. We rec-
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ognize that there are some good things in here, but overwhelmingly, the majority of things, we believe, are not appropriate and not worthy of an affirmative vote. A lot of the language in here is part of the budget process and implementation of the budget against which we voted, and takes steps that are too Draconian with respect to expenditures. We think that this Fiscal Code allows for the implementation of a budget which we think is not appropriate for Pennsylvania residents. So for all those reasons, I ask the Members for a negative vote. The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Chester, Senator Dinniman. Senator DINNIMAN. Mr. President, I would like to concur with my Leader. We were hopeful that we could get a bipartisan Marcellus Shale vote out of here. While our budget has been cut significantly, we are failing to utilize income that could help our school kids, that could help those who are ill, that could help preserve and protect our environment. I know there is a commitment, and I believe the commitment is real, to deal with these issues at another time. But, it is very disappointing to many of us in this body that we are not, through an impact fee on the Marcellus Shale, providing sufficient funding for Growing Greener, for protecting our environment, for helping our schools, for taking care of so many needs of Pennsylvania. So I, too, cannot vote for the Fiscal Code, in many ways as a protest, since it does not include what is most important, a Marcellus Shale impact fee that would protect our environment and protect the health and well-being of the people of the Commonwealth. Thank you, Mr. President. The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Luzerne, Senator Yudichak. Senator YUDICHAK. Mr. President, I know the hour is late. I want to concur with my Leader and colleague from the southeast. It is very disheartening that the Marcellus Shale impact fee is not part of this Fiscal Code, part of this budget, part of this legislative process as we move forward. I would like to offer my extended remarks for the record. The PRESIDENT. The remarks will be spread upon the record. (The following prepared remarks were made part of the record at the request of the gentleman from Luzerne, Senator YUDICHAK:) Mr. President, here we are. Another budget season has come and gone without action on a fair and responsible impact fee on the Marcellus Shale industry. Over the past few weeks, I have stressed not only the importance of an impact fee, but the overwhelming support for an impact fee in Pennsylvania. The people of PA, Democrats and Republicans in the General Assembly, and the Marcellus Shale industry itself, have all recognized that the time has come to get a responsible Marcellus Shale impact fee done. And still we wait. Over the past few months, I have worked closely with my colleagues on the other side of the aisle to build consensus around a fair impact fee that would protect our environment while still fostering the tremendous economic potential of the Marcellus Shale industry. We have made great progress, and with the skillful leadership of the Senator from Jefferson County and the Chairwoman from Venango County, we passed a unanimous Marcellus Shale impact fee out of the Committee on Environmental Resources and Energy. While the bill was a small step, it was still a step in the right direction. In addition to Senate action, many good ideas have been offered by Members of the House. The consensus is there. Democrats and Republicans have worked together to get a responsible Marcellus Shale impact fee done in conjunction with this year's budget, yet here
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we stand on the final day of another fiscal year with no opportunity to put a responsible Marcellus Shale policy in place to protect our environment and create jobs. The Senate Democrats have worked in good faith with our colleagues, both in the House and the Senate, and will continue to do so today and every day to get a Marcellus Shale fee done. The people of PA have waited too long-over 3 years-for action on a responsible Marcellus Shale policy. Three years, another budget, and still no action. Allowing this opportunity to slip away again gives credence to the old adage: in Harrisburg, after all is said and done, a lot more is said than done. The time has come for PA to enact a responsible Marcellus Shale impact fee, and I press for that action today. Thank you, Mr. President. The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Delaware, Senator Pileggi. Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I ask for an affirmative vote. Obviously, the issue of the Marcellus Shale gas tax is not before us in this bill. This bill is necessary to implement the General Appropriation bill, which we passed earlier as part of the budget package. I ask for an affirmative vote. The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Philadelphia, Senator Farnese. Senator FARNESE. Mr. President, just briefly on this issue, my delegation chair, Senator Kitchen, and I have spoken about this, and as individuals from Philadelphia, we care very deeply about the Marcellus Shale issue. We think it should be in the Fiscal Code. We think the time to do it is right now. I just want to give credit to Members such as Senator Yudichak, Senator Ferlo, and Senator Dinniman, who have spoken about it, and of course, all Senate Democrats, who have articulated arguments for the Marcellus Shale for the last 6 months. We think the time to do it is now, and again, Pennsylvanians should realize this is not an industry that is in its infancy. It has been around almost 9 years. The time to do it is right now, and remember, it is time for everybody in Pennsylvania to pay their fair share, including, but not limited to, those who will extract millions of dollars from this industry. Thank you, Mr. President. And the question recurring, Will the Senate agree to the motion? The yeas and nays were required by Senator PILEGGI and were as follows, viz: YEA-33 Alloway Argall Baker Blake Boscola Browne Brubaker Corman Earl
Eichelberger Erickson Folmer Gordner Greenleaf Mdllhinney Mensch One Piccola
Pileggi Pippy Rafferty Robbins Scarnati Smucker Tomlinson Vance Vogel
Ward Waugh White Donald White Mary Jo Wozniak Yaw
Fontana Hughes Kasunic Kitchen Leach
Schwank Solobay Stack Tartaglione Washington
A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate inform the House of Representatives accordingly.
BILLS SIGNED The PRESIDENT (Lieutenant Governor Jim Cawley) in the presence of the Senate signed the following bills: SB 101, SB 151, SB 260, SB 302, SB 419, SB 552, SB 606, SB 728, SB 791, SB 907, SB 1007, SB 1056, SB 1057, SB 1058, SB 1059, SB 1060, SB 1061, SB 1062, HB 15, HB 38, HB 66, HB 67, HB 78, HB 345, HB 399, HB 463, HB 488, HB 917, HB 1219, HB 1336, HB 1352, HB 1448, HB 1449, HB 1485, HB 1549, HB 1727, HB 1728, HB 1729, HB 1730 and HB 1731.
RECESS The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Delaware, Senator Pileggi. Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I request a recess of the Senate to the call of the President pro tempore, and ask that the Republican Members gather at the Leader's desk. The PRESIDENT. Without objection, the Senate stands in recess to the call of the President pro tempore.
AFTER RECESS The PRESIDENT. The time of recess having expired, the Senate will come to order.
HOUSE MESSAGES SENATE BILLS RETURNED WITH AMENDMENTS The Clerk of the House of Representatives returned to the Senate SB 330 and SB 448, with the information the House has passed the same with amendments in which the concurrence of the Senate is requested. The PRESIDENT. Pursuant to Senate Rule XIII, section 6, these bills will be referred to the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations.
MOTION PURSUANT TO SENATE RULE XI The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Delaware, Senator Pileggi. Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, pursuant to Senate Rule XI.8(d), I move that the Session continue beyond 11 p.m. for the purpose of continuing the Senate's consideration of Senate Bill No. 330 and Senate Bill No. 448. The PRESIDENT. Senator Pileggi moves to suspend Senate Rule XI.8(d) in order to allow further consideration of Senate Bill No. 330 and Senate Bill No. 448 past 11 p.m. On the question, Will the Senate agree to the motion?
NAY-17 Brewster Costa Dinniman Farnese Fenlo
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Williams Yudichak
The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Allegheny, Senator Costa. Senator COSTA. Mr. President, I ask for a negative vote on this motion.
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And the question recurring, Will the Senate agree to the motion?
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The yeas and nays were required by Senator PILEGGI and were as follows, viz:
Erickson Folmer Greenleaf Mcllhinney Mensch One Piccola
Pileggi Pippy
Rafferty Robbins Scarnati Smucker Tomlinson
Vance Vogel Ward Waugh White Donald White Mary Jo Yaw
NAY-21 Blake Boscola Brewster Brubaker Costa Dinniman
Farnese Ferlo Fontana Hughes Kasunic Kitchen
Leach Schwank Solobay Stack Tartaglione Washington
Senator PILEGGI, from the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations, reported the following bills: SB 330 (Pr. No. 1459) (Rereported) (Concurrence)
YEA-28 Alloway Argall Baker Browne Corman EarIl Eichelberger
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Williams Wozniak Yudichak
An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L. 1873, No. 1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, further providing for public referendum requirements and for installment payment of school real property taxes. SB 448 (Pr. No. 1458) (Rereported) (Concurrence) An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in provisions relating to minors, further providing for the offense of purchase, consumption, possession or transportation of liquor or malt or brewed beverages.
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A majority of all the Senators having voted "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. The PRESIDENT. The motion passes.
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SB 448 (Pr. No. 1458) - The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled:
The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Delaware, Senator Pileggi. Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I request a recess of the Senate for the purpose of a meeting of the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations to be held in the Rules room immediately. The PRESIDENT. For the purpose of a meeting of the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations to be held immediately, without objection, the Senate stands in recess.
AFTER RECESS The PRESIDENT. The time of recess having expired, the Senate will come to order.
LEGISLATIVE LEAVE The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Delaware, Senator Pileggi. Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I request a legislative leave for Senator Piccola. The PRESIDENT. Senator Pileggi requests a legislative leave for Senator Piccola. Without objection, the leave will be granted.
LEAVE OF ABSENCE Senator PILEGGI asked and obtained a leave of absence for Senator GORDNER, for the remainder of today's Session, for personal reasons.
LEGISLATIVE LEAVE CANCELLED The PRESIDENT. Senator Pippy has returned, and his legislative leave is cancelled.
An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in provisions relating to minors, further providing for the offense of purchase, consumption, possession or transportation of liquor or malt or brewed beverages. On the question, Will the Senate concur in the amendments made by the House to Senate Bill No. 448? Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I move that the Senate do concur in the amendments made by the House to Senate Bill No. 448. On the question, Will the Senate agree to the motion? The yeas and nays were required by Senator PILEGGI and were as follows, viz: YEA-49 Alloway Argall Baker Blake Boscola Brewster Browne Brubaker Corman Costa Dinniman Earl! Eichelberger
Erickson Famese Ferlo Folmer Fontana Greenleaf Hughes Kasunic Kitchen Leach Mcllhinney Mensch One
Piccola Pileggi Pippy
Rafferty Robbins Scarnati Schwank Smucker Solobay Stack Tartaglione Tomlinson Vance NAY-0
Vogel Ward Washington Waugh White Donald White Mary Jo Williams Wozniak Yaw Yudichak
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A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate inform the House of Representatives accordingly. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS SUPPLEMENTAL CALENDAR No.3 BILL ON CONCURRENCE IN HOUSE AMENDMENTS SENATE CONCURS IN HOUSE AMENDMENTS
The yeas and nays were required by Senator PILEGGI and were as follows, viz: YEA-32 Alloway Argall Baker Boscola Browne Brubaker Cot-man Dinniman
Earl Eichelberger Erickson Folmer Greenleaf Mcllhinney Mensch One
SB 330 (Pr. No. 1459) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L. 1873, No. 1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, further providing for public referendum requirements and for installment payment of school real property taxes.
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Piccola Pileggi Pippy Rafferty Robbins Scarnati Smucker Tomlinson
Vance Vogel Ward Waugh White Donald White Mary Jo Wozniak Yaw
NAY- 17 Blake Brewster Costa Farnese Ferlo
Fontana Hughes Kasunic Kitchen Leach
Schwank Solobay Stack Tartaglione Washington
Williams Yudichak
On the question, Will the Senate concur in the amendments made by the House to Senate Bill No. 330?
A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate inform the House of Representatives accordingly.
Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I move that the Senate do concur in the amendments made by the House to Senate Bill No. 330.
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On the question, Will the Senate agree to the motion? The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Allegheny, Senator Costa. Senator COSTA. Mr. President, very briefly, Senate Bill No. 330 represents legislation dealing with the Taxpayer Relief Act that deals with the back-end referendum that we heard so much about these last several hours. I ask for a negative vote. While this legislation provides three exceptions to the back-end referendum provisions, the way that the exceptions are crafted and written are very narrowly drawn, and we believe that they are inappropriate at this time. We think they limit the ability of school districts to be able to address the administration and operations of school districts, particularly as it relates to the difficult times they may have going forward. So, for this and a variety of reasons, and given the fact it is this late hour, I ask for a negative vote. The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Delaware, Senator Pileggi. Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I ask for an affirmative vote. This bill allows for the three most commonly requested exceptions to the need for a referendum. They include pensions, special education costs, and some forms of debt. We have agreed to continue to work to refine the exception process in this bill as we come into the fall part of this year, but this is a step forward in what we are trying to do to get costs under control at local school districts. I ask for an affirmative vote. And the question recurring, Will the Senate agree to the motion?
The PRESIDENT laid before the Senate the following resolutions, which were read, considered, and adopted by voice vote: Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Reverend Dr. William Harter, Dr. Barbara K. Mistick, Chief Warrant Officer Thomas H. Wagner, Sr., Jennifer L. Weaver, Heidi Renee Benner, Phyline Adams, Cody H. Herald, John M. Macaulay, Jr., Joseph Buchheit, C.S. Davidson, Inc., of Gettysburg and to the Franklin County Area Development Corporation by Senator Alloway. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Mr. and Mrs. Earl Keiper, Mr. and Mrs. Mike Siliekus, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Hafer, Sr., Honorable John E. Domalakes, James A. Denis, Malcolm Eugene Eubert, Meridith-Ann Emily Beam, Edward R. Kane, Paul Bubbenmoyer, Calen Keith Foose, Helen Mitchell, Anna Conniff, Mary Jane Hindman, Emily Stemmler, Lisa Mahall, Clair Newswanger, Ed Tray, Andy Matsko, Zachary Shiner, Michael Rehrig, Emma DeAngelo, Casey Caravan Schneck, Matthew Zemanik, Andrew J. Leibenguth, Lucas Donald Bricker, Joshua Adam Miller, Joseph Anthony Mattes, Hart Farms of Ringtown, VISION Signs of Pine Grove, Schuylkill County's VISION of Pottsville, Clowns of America, International, citizens of Norwegian Township and to Schuylkill Headwaters Association, Inc., by Senator Argall. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Reverend and Mrs. Kenneth Carder, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kubasti, Mr. and Mrs. Dick Sutton, Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Shinko, Mr. and Mrs. John Duesler, Sr., Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Dunn, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Gawelko, Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Westawski, Mr. and Mrs. Manny Savignano, Mr. and Mrs. David Melan, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Egbert, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Oakley, Mr. and Mrs. Tom McGlynn, Mr. and Mrs. David Enslin, Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Baer, Mr. and Mrs. William Mohn, Mr. and Mrs.
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Paul Drosinski, Mr. and Mrs. Severn Newberry, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Hudak, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Herbert, Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Zelinka, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Remick, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Gasper, Todd Stephens, Anthony Herzog, Andrea Whyte, Joseph J. Romanoski, Michael Thomas Kiwak, Robert Weidow, Dorothy Major Baker, Caleb Matthew Jeffrey Durham, Joseph F. Nolan, Frances Evans, Leon Charles Pettus, Matthew Englert, Misericordia University of Dallas, Mountain Top on the Move, White Mills Volunteer Fire Department and to the Sisters of Mercy by Senator Baker. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Soper and to Frank Wolfe, Sr., by Senators Baker and Yudichak. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Rob Howell and to the West End Fair by Senator Baker and others. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Bruce Yankelitis II, Anthony Polito, Joseph Seymour, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 5544 of Jessup and to the volunteers of Serving Seniors, Inc., by Senator Blake. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Mr. and Mrs. Richard Frederick, Mr. and Mrs. Neal A. Lamana, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Corpora, Jr., Alexander James Badillo, Allen Kane Rutan, Gertrude Kunsman, Alex Christian Luck, Edwin Sipler Hart 1V, Tomacene Nickens, Mary Ellen Convalescent Home of Hellertown, Hero Electric of Hellertown and to the Northampton Country Club of Easton by Senator Boscola. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Dr. Debbie Salas-Lopez by Senators Boscola, Browne, and Mensch. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to the Honorable Linda Wallach Miller, William B. Cramer and to the Northampton County Conservation District by Senator Boscola and others. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Reverend Dr. Asa Roberts, Sr., Frank H. Bole, Anthony Michael Smith, Michael Kelly, Patricia Ulakovich and to Matthew E. Schultz by Senator Brewster. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Ross, Mr. and Mrs. John Muth, Hannah Harwich, Sean Erich Nicholson, Kevin Ronald Nicholson, Alexander Jeffrey Wilson, T'fer James Keinert, Jon Qin, Kevin Patrick Jones, Scott David Carpency, Andrew Nuez, Michael GenHou-Tom, Robert John Facella, Keegan Amal Boyle, Billy Reimert, Dale Durrell Hoffman III, Carolyn Rosetta Allen, Eric Michael Crossen, Gross McGinley, LLP, of Allentown, Hispanic American Organization of Allentown, Arsha Vidya Gurukulam of Saylorsburg, City of Allentown's Water Filtration Plant and to the 213th Regional Support Group of the First Defenders/Allen Infantry of Allentown by Senator Browne. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Janice Mary Snyder by Senators Browne and Boscola. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Dr. F. Javier Cevallos, Nancy Serulneck, Nick Lacko, Jodie Steiner, Phuong Hoang, Baum School of Art of Allentown, Miracle League of the Lehigh Valley and to the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce Women's Business Council by Senator Browne and others. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Mr. and Mrs. George Dissinger, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Drenner, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Forrest, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Krushinski,
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Mr. and Mrs. Donald Weaver, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Summers, Mr. and Mrs. Millard Eppig, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Roth, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Shenk, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Snyder, Mr. and Mrs. Lester Good, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Smith, Mr. and Mrs. J. Paul Hostetter, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Wolfe, Mr. and Mrs. Herman Horst, Mr. and Mrs. Don Price, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Lehman, Mr. and Mrs. Jake Echternach, Mr. and Mrs. David Daugherty, Mr. and Mrs. John Butzer, Nickolas C. Armstrong, Mildred Hambleton, Kurt Hamson, Romaine Bonner, Romaine Davidson, Intercourse Fire Company Station 4-4, Lititz Family Medicine and to the Garden Spot High School FFA Team by Senator Brubaker. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Brigadier General Jerry G. Beck, Jr., by Senators Brubaker, Robbins, and Solobay. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Sieber, Mr. and Mrs. Robert William Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Paul A. Kauffman, Mr. and Mrs. Glen E. Hetrick, Mr. and Mrs. Larry Treaster, Mr. and Mrs. William Booher, Mr. and Mrs. Ronald J. Stuber, Sr., Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E. McNabb, Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Stewart, Mr. and Mrs. Clifford E. Goss, Jr., Flora Dunn, Abraham Ross Rovansek, Logan James Eppley, Willis L. Goss, Zechariah Daniel Meyer, Thomas J. Buchko, Nick Heister, James Jake Bent, Mitchell Andrew Kepner, Taylor Sherwood, Jacob Done, Junction Fire Company of Lewistown, Lewistown Middle School Technology Student Association Team, Strodes Mills Middle School Technology Student Association Team and to the State College High School Technology Student Association Team by Senator Corman. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Granatire, Daniel Spittel, Nicholas Joseph Olimpi, Clara Jeroski, Janice Gladden, Daniel Bickerton, 1KM Incorporated of Pittsburgh and to the National Association for Regulatory Administration by Senator Costa. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Sergeant David J. Boyle, Chief William S. Demski, Donovan James Robinson, Margaret Irene Smith, Andre Cuebas, Larry McDevitt, Chief Michael J. Carroll, James Tipton, Richard L. Grothmann, Ralph Verno, Jerry S. Fokas, Jr., Stephen H. Fitzgerald, Andrew Wascho, Robert Smith, Dorothy U Bell, James A. Lindsay IV, Sheridan William Toaltoan, Steven Matthew Walton, Road-Con, Inc., of West Chester, Chester County Chapter of the National Gerontological Nursing Association, Francis Hall Insurance Services of West Chester, Women's Library Club of Spring City, Open Hearth, Inc., of Spring City, Women's Referral Network of Exton, Davlyn Manufacturing Company, Inc., of Spring City, Paoli-BerwynMalvern Lions Club, Christ the King Deaf Church of West Chester, Spring City Lions Club and to the citizens of the Borough of Modena by Senator Dinniman. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Albert E. Trexler by Senators Dinniman and Browne. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Christopher J. Bernard by Senators Dinniman and Erickson. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to citizens of the Borough of Kennett Square by Senators Dinniman and Pileggi. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Sean Ryan Keelan by Senators Dinniman and Rafferty.
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Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Brendan J. Scully, Brent A. Manti and to Luke Poniatowski by Senator EarlI. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Zachary Richard Byers, Mildred Amelia Germano, Ethel Mae Vaughn, Sandra L. Jablonski, Thomas P. Foley, Chester Grissinger, Ryan Grealey Nyce, Vicki Kay Smith Brown, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Bedford Memorial of Everett and to the citizens of the Borough of Hollidaysburg by Senator Eichelberger. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Patrick H. O'Neill, Patricia Yantis, Maureen Muihall and to the East Lansdowne Fire Company by Senator Erickson. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Zachary Hanly, Wayne Spilove, Christine Sessoms and to the 19681969 Mike Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division, and to the Center for Literacy by Senator Farnese. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Mr. and Mrs. Paul Tallarom and to William Marconi Lodge of Leechburg by Senator Ferlo. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Captain Michael W. Goodwin, Master Sergeant Barry W. Rissmiller, Bradley Schwenk, Karen Groh, Gail P. Nourse, Matthew Deibler and to Edward L. Kendall III by Senator Folmer. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Erb by Senators Folmer and Solobay. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Dr. Mark F. Lepore, Shawn Barger and the late K-9 Dolpho, Brandon King O'Toole, James G Klingensmith, Zachary Michael Blank and to UCP/CLASS of Pittsburgh by Senator Fontana. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Margaret J. Forbes by Senators Fontana and Costa. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Mr. and Mrs. George Kroutch, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Thomas II, Mr. and Mrs. James Reil, Mr. and Mrs. William Parise, Sr., Mr and Mrs. Robert John, Nate Truckenmiller, Luke Truckenmiller, Harlan Schreffler, Joseph P. Gonya, Benjamin M. Shemory, Lulu St. Clare Roberts, Neil Clifford Barnes, Zachary R. Klingler, Sean Patrick Gregory, Kolby Miklos Latranyi, Earl Jacob Malick HI, Dorothy Singer, Millersburg Fire Company No. 1 and to Furmano Foods of Northumberland by Senator Gordner. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to the Honorable George E. Saurman, Anna Folsom Rorer, Marsha Hogan, Gerard Gray, Anna Renz, Michael Forbes, Lucile Thomee, Brian Joseph Matylewicz, Christopher M. Bauer, Kenneth Ambrose, Jacob Ryan Unger, Adam Sempowski, Sula Vetterani, Brian Adam, David J. Yost, Jesse P. Gehringer, citizens of the City of Philadelphia, Gwynedd Estates of Ambler and to the Ambler Kiwanis Club by Senator Greenleaf. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Reverend Joe E. Nock, Dr. Denise Ray, Shawn Friel, Gerald Thomas Bartholomew, Jr., Nicholas David Stahl and to the African Episcopal Church of Saint Thomas Gospel Choir of Philadelphia by Senator Hughes. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Zachary Klorczyk, Mary Sydoriak, Mia Sabatini, Mark Gulino, Brian Campbell, Ray Luckey, Jr., Nathan Knox, Jeff Guthrie, Robert Merlin, Jason Sproul, Tina Wingrove, Sonya Lowry, Mary Dinning, Patricia A. Brant, Alice Mankovich Scoles, Charles
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Scoles, Nicholas Scott Hamilton, Rose M. Sopkovec, Pat Ballon, Joel A. Sprowls, Agnes Rock and to the Fairchance Volunteer Fire Department by Senator Kasunic. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to the Stonycreek-Conemaugh River Improvement Project of Windber by Senators Kasunic and Wozniak. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to the Reverend and Mrs. Robert J. Lovett, Sr., Reverend Dr. Dominique Joachim, Sr., Wilmer Clarence Mitten, Robert Eskind, Carol Finney, Maxine Westbrooks, Philadelphia Stand Down, Yorktown Community Organization, Inc., of Philadelphia, Haven Peniel United Methodist Church of Philadelphia and to the B.M. Oakley Memorial Temple Church of God in Christ of Philadelphia by Senator Kitchen. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Jeremy Eckstein, Mark Leitch, Evan DeSantola, Darryl Seligman, Walker Mills, Kenneth M. Rothweiler, Laura Feldman, John Wojton, Matthew K. Matcovich, Anna Wells Clapsaddle, Davis Pearson, Lillian A. Gambone, Sara Spedden Senior, Michael Lindsay, James Swinton, Jr., Holly Savage, Erich John Riedlmeier, Ida Smith and to the Main Line Art Center by Senator Leach. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Dr. Lorna Michelson, Jacob Lipson, Karen Moyer, Joseph L. Peischl, Karli Schilling, Frederick E. Leuz, Jerry Ewers, Frank Buckner, Bill Bradley, Kathleen Braznock Aarons, Marjorie Angert, Philip H. Angle, Frank Arcade, John Paul Eliff IV, Peter William Jaggard, Andrew D. Servin, Adam T. Servin, Alexander R. Servin, Alexander J. Chernicoff, Jacob S. Bauer, T. Garrison Lovely, Jacob Grudberg, Andrew P. Hunt, Matthew William Roberto, Luke Neal, Lawrence Hamacher, Anna Lyons, Bucks County Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and to the Bucks County Conservation District by Senator Mcllhinney. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to A Woman's Place of Doylestown and to the Bucks County Conservation District by Senator Mcllhinney and others. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Dale Simmons, Mr. and Mrs. James Seislove, Dr. Stacey B. Zaremba, Chief Grant D. Boyer, Jennifer E. Boyer, Tyler N. Knittle, Carol Ann Brokate, Rose Bassoline, Kathryn Jacobs, Jesse V. Gerhart, Skyelur Festa, Alexander D. Jordan, Samuel E. Tate, Mason Dylan Spangler, Joshua Michael Andrews, Nathaniel J. Belzner, Ryan Christopher Garvey, Isaac Michael Rice and to the Coopersburg Historical Society by Senator Mensch. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Annette E. Sinkler, Lori Kiimko and to Charliese King by Senators Mensch and Boscola. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to the Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit of Emmaus by Senators Mensch and Browne. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Dr. Daniel H. Weiss, Ryan McGibbon, Daniel J. Reavy, Martin K. Till and to the Paralegal Association of the Bar Association of Lehigh County by Senator Mensch and others. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Petrilli, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Raible, Mr. and Mrs. Robert DeMarte, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Legge, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wood, Reverend Edward R. Schleicher, Sister
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Kathleen Hoerster, Sister Kathleen Angel, Sister Hilary Hooks, Sister Maria Milagros Torres Melendez, Sister Mary Jane Beatty, Sister Ann Grace Lennex, Sister Ann Pairn, Sister Irma Mae Boonie, Sister Genevieve Brandstetter, Sister Lu Haidnick, Sister Mary Salvatore Leo, Reverend Daniel Corli, Dr. Donald Tylinski, Aaron Thomas Schmelzer, Christine Marty, Julie Graham, Geza Doctor, Elizabeth Clark Smith, John Barczynski, Janet S. Walsh, James Aaron Fetterman, L. Patrick Hassey, Dave Weinerth, Neil Gordon, Paul Joseph Swank, Kurt Russell Schoffstall, Kurt Beatty, Justin Schmiedel, Sharon Volpe, Waples Corner Mariner, Andrew Lingenfelter, Joseph Nicholas Giancola, Greg Morris, Jessica Zapf, David O'Keefe, Celebrate and Share of Oakmont, Hampton High School Robotics Club of Allison Park, Sewickley Senior Mens Club, Evans City Middle School Science and Language Arts Olympiads Team, North Hills Senior High School Marching Band, Saint Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Church of McKees Rocks, Ross Park Mall of Pittsburgh, North Allegheny Senior High School, Hampton High School, Shaler Township Garden Club, citizens of the Borough of Franklin Park and to the Serious Fun of Memphis Softball Team of Glenshaw by Senator One. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Gavin O'Donnell by Senators One and Blake. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Reverend David M. Screven, Reverend Norma J. Allen, Charles Boettinger, James Clarence Cooper, Frank A. Pinto, Izanne Leonard-Haak, Ann Francis Surovy Hurley, Merry-Grace Majors, April L. Betz, Nauman, Smith, Shissler and Hall, LLP, of Harrisburg, and to Pratt and Whitney Amercon of Middletown by Senator Piccola. Congratulations of the Senate were extended Mr. and Mrs. Robert Kane, Collin J. Brackin, Sean Tait, Michael Austin Wadsley, Chris Koetas, Nancy Rife Weber, Michael Manino, Nottingham Presbyterian Church, citizens of Birmingham Township and to the Brandywine River Museum of Chadds Ford by Senator Pileggi. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Delaware County Chamber of Commerce and to Cheyney University of Pennsylvania by Senators Pileggi and Erickson. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Thomas Riley by Senator Pileggi and others. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Mr. and Mrs. William N. Kohler, Mr. and Mrs. Lee S. Weber, Mr. and Mrs. Robert P. Pastorius, Thomas Michael Lizik, Christopher Wade Profeta, Caleb Robert Smith, Roy Scott Rothenberger, Karl Thomas Egeland, Aaron Michael Sproul, Stephen Vincent Haywiser, Jared M. Gallegos, Nicholas Joseph Olimpi, Dorothy Elizabeth Fitzgerald, Pleasant Valley Elementary School and to the Upper St. Clair High School Competitive Cheerleading Squad by Senator Pippy. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to the Honorable Michael A. Vereb, Pat Wyatt, Andrew D. Crew, Benjamin Luke Kershner, Brandon Grant, Charles Thurston, Joey Lee, Kevin Tyler Westlake, Matthew John Burdy, Justin Allen Deemer, James Clarence Stevenson, Philip C. Bishop, Eli Ramsay, Joshua Henry Meck, Jason Dean Stanko, Deborah A. Riegner, William Sharon, Wentz's United Church of Christ of Lansdale, Saint Eleanor Parish of Collegeville, Limerick
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Fire Company, Station 54, citizens of West Norriton Township and to Monarch Fire Company No. 1 by Senator Rafferty. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to the citizens of the Borough of South Coatesville by Senators Rafferty and Dinniman. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Mr. and Mrs. Michael DePaul, Honorable Francis J. Fomelli, Honorable A. Michael Rossi, Jr., Honorable Anthony J. Vardaro, Daniel George Stoffel, Veda Gerasimek, Kaitlynne Kline, Jeremy Greer, Justin Hoffman, William H. Romine, Jr., G Leo Winger, Mary Rose DePaul, Connor S. Lucas, Charles Bartholomew, Maeghan Moss, Larndo L. Hedrick, Cia Cianci, Linda J. Camlin, De'mond Davis-White, Cody Jacob Karcher, George Arden Hughes, Charles William Blair, John A. Crick, Gary Steen, Lauren Lubarski, Nancy Carol Faulds, Lester Garth Faulds, Anderson Coach and Travel of Greenville, Hickory High School Boys 400-Meter Relay Team, Rotary Club of Meadville and to the Northwestern Rural Electric Cooperative Association, Inc., of Cambridge Springs, by Senator Robbins. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Mr. and Mrs. Jim Salvamoser, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sonnie, Mr. and Mrs. Dallas McDowell, Mr. and Mrs. John Reese, Mr. and Mrs. George Carlini, Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Pyne, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Edinger, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Lecker, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Erich, Mr. and Mrs. John Weber, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Mehok, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Kline, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Caggeso, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Arthur Holtz, Mr. and Mrs. Vaughn Owens, Zachary J. Brinkley, Derek Keith Smith, Timothy Marcus Heatherdale, Dylan Cleveland, Community Education Council of Elk and Cameron Counties, Dubois Area Jaycees, Paradise School and to the citizens of the Borough of Lewis Run by Senator Scarnati. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Sergeant First Class David L. Zerbe, Anthony E. Maccarone, Brian Christopher Selman, Ian T. Moody, Steven W. Kasopsky, Dean R. Clissa, Gail E. Shiner, Thomas Charles Berger, P.D. Gantert, John L. Bonino, Eli Paul Ramsay, John David Selkirk, Matthew Calvin Beekman, Blake C. Wagner, William A. Parks, Noel M. Bond, members of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit of Reading, Mentors for Berks Youth of Reading, management and staff of Security Guards, Inc., of Wyomissing, Blue Mountain Region of the Sports Car Club of America, Pennsylvania Hillclimb Association, citizens of Reading and Berks Counties, Puerto Rican Latin Association of Reading and Berks County, Oley Valley Community Fair Association and community volunteers, members of the Bern Reformed United Church of Christ of Leesport, Berks County Convention Center Authority, SMG Management, Hopewell Big Woods Partnership of Elverson, Reading Area Community College, Gilmore Henne Community Fund and to Crystal Cave Park owners, management and employees, of Kutztown, by Senator Schwank. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to The Rodale Institute of Kutztown by Senators Schwank and Browne. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to the Balthaser family of Leesport by Senators Schwank and Folmer.
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Congratulations of the Senate were extended to the first responders and service members of the attacks on September 11th by Senators Schwank and Rafferty. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Connor R. McCauley, Jason Green, Daniel Wohlberg, Douglas K. Sing, Wheatland-Conestoga Chapter of the American Business Women's Association and to the Lancaster County Shrine Club by Senator Smucker. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Maloy, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Dunn, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Zrimm, Mr. and Mrs. George Thomas Bright, Mr. and Mrs. Mike Krajacic, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Glaum, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Cowden, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Zukauckas, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Murray, Mr. and Mrs. John Bernard, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Galati, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Sheller, Mr. and Mrs. Emerson Snee, Mr. and Mrs. Burson Plants, Mr. and Mrs. Harris Helmantoler, Mr. and Mrs. Phil Lopresti, Mr. and Mrs. James Ramey, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Caldwell, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Scandale, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Burdell Brock, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Cieply, Mr. and Mrs. Gaylord Henry, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Baker, Mr. and Mrs. Charles R. Schulte, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Toth, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Gashel, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Steinmiller, Sr., Mr. and Mrs. Sam Hall, Mr. and Mrs. Bernard McCulley, Honorable John Lignelli, Brigadier General Jerry G Beck, Jr., Laurie Popeck, Hunter Lohr, Braxton McCollum, Lala Dicks, John Stavroulakis, Altabella Lombardi Severine, Daniel Scott, Kim Malinky, Bessie M. Greco, John Baumgarten, Alma Ellen Chase Balser Dunkle, Lisa WherryBeard, Timothy Joseph Grebeck, Morgan Barnes, Scott Cowden, Shawn Geiger, John Allison, Shane Harvey, Chris Sidick, Ruth DeWeese Fuller, Mike Nackoul, Louis S. Folino, Carol Sue Dragone Walters, Mary Lewis, Tri Community Ambulance of Monongahela, Carroll Township Police Department, Valley Inn Volunteer Fire Department, Gallatin Sunnyside Volunteer Fire Department, Carroll Township Fire Department, Bunola Volunteer Fire Department, New Eagle Volunteer Fire Department, Monongahela Volunteer Fire Department, Finleyville Volunteer Fire Department, Forward Township Police Department, Monongahela Police Department, AllClad Metalcrafters of Canonsburg, National Pike Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Aquatech International Corporation of Canonsburg, citizens of the City of Monessen and to the Frazier-Simplex Shooting Team by Senator Solobay. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to the Ken Wiltz, Washington County Farm Bureau, Salatino's River House Caf of Charleroi, MarBill Diamonds and Jewelry of Belle Vernon and to the Charleroi Food Pantry by Senators Solobay and Kasunic. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Dr. Ann Weaver Hart, Asbet Balanian, Wayne Spilove and to Paul Costello by Senator Stack. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Angel Flores, Fred Endrikat, Joe Gardener, Rich Romano, Michael Rauch, Charles Tizol, Frank Rivera, Julianne Rossie Mejia Feliz, Raymond Yabor, Edward J. Radetich, Jr., Ted Kirsch, Richard W. Bloomingdale, Robert Trzcinski, Shawn Patrick Kates, Stuart W. Davidson, Michael Mills, Michelle Winkis, Mater Dolorosa Parish of Philadelphia and to the survivors of the fire aboard the USS Forrestal by Senator Tartaglione.
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Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Lieutenant Patrick McGinty, Petty Officer Third Class Jason Epp, Chief Joseph C. Costello, Theresa Brennan, Daniel Maloney, Sr., Thomas Sandor Buscher, Ryan James Carlin, Jared Kozak, Derek Schlosser, Bobby DeNucci, Jr., Brian Stoll, William F Killian, Susan Atkinson, Lincoln Elementary School, Kiwanis Club of Levittown-Bristol, Resurrection Lutheran Church and to the Bristol Riverside Theatre by Senator Tomlinson. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to David Zellis and to the Bucks County Chapter of the Korean War Veterans Association by Senator Tomlinson and others. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Ross, Mr. and Mrs. Marlin Lippert, Mr. and Mrs. Royce Haas, Mr. and Mrs. Lowell Hassinger, Mr. and Mrs. Barton Carpenter, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Kiinepeter, Mr. and Mrs. Albert F. Farabelli, Mr. and Mrs. Dreher L. Richards, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Fry, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Lehman, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Nast, Scott C. Peilman, William F. Mumma, John J. Heinze, Daniel R. Kraft, J. Franklin Reed, Donald Strohman III, Joan C. Hamm, George A. Pollin IV, Glenn Adams, Tom Gruschow, Lille Brown, Benjamin F. West, Marilyn E. Striano, Christine Leukus, Donald N. McCoy, Mechanicsburg Area CROP Walk Committee, Shippensburg Civic Club, Trinity High School Boys' Track and Field Team and to the Trinity High School Boys' 4x400-Meter Relay Team by Senator Vance. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to the Pennsylvania Council of Churches of Harrisburg by Senators Vance and Piccola. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Harvey H. Lighty by Senators Vance and Robbins. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Chief Ralph Pallante, Jean Ezzo, David T. Emanuel, Albert J. Sieger III, First United Methodist Church of Aliquippa, citizens of the City of New Castle, Beaver County Conservation District and to Riverside High School Baseball Team by Senator Vogel. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Helen Mae Evans, Andrea Redinger, Matthew Shipman and to Adelphoi Village of Latrobe by Senator Ward. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Reverend Herbert Nathaniel Gibbons, Sr., Janet Ryder, Mildred Calloway and to the American Women's Heritage Society by Senator Washington. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Brady Stevenson, Zachary Russell, Kyle Noel, Jacob Crosson, Erinn Whitlock, Danyiell L. Newman, Kyle W. Brooks, Anthony S. Nguyen, William F Wright II, Stephen L. Strausbaugh, Ryan M. Klinedinst, Seth M. Miller, Cameron R. Pearlman, Sandra Repman, Jacob Ingram, Horace J. Throne, Dean 0. Philip, Hanover Exchange Club, Guthrie Memorial Library of Hanover and to the Hanover Area Family YMCA Girls' Gymnastics Team by Senator Waugh. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Dr. and Mrs. James Garrettson, Mr. and Mrs. Wilbert Woods, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Galbraith, Mr. and Mrs. William Flickinger II, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Crissman, Viola Bowser, Robert S. Marcus, Robert W. Barto, Liam D. Keating, Michael J. Donnelly, Walker Motor Company of Kittanning, Clark Metal Products of Blairsville and to Indiana Wesleyan School of Dixonville by Senator D. White.
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Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Mr. and Mrs. Frank McWilliams, Mr. and Mrs. Lee Lauer, Mr. and Mrs. Barry Boughner, Mr. and Mrs. John Deible, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Myers, Mr. and Mrs. Lester W. DuPont, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Murray, Mr. and Mrs. H. Eugene Bums, Mr. and Mrs. George Overmoyer, Mr. and Mrs. John Dilley, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Fesenmyer, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Beary, Mr. and Mrs. Will Barns, Joshua Michael Lencer, Bonnie Hawk, Jane Judson, Ryan Noif and to the Butler County Conservation District by Senator M.J. White. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Bishop Terrence Priester, Cynthia Clements-Cobb, Robert L. King and to the Quaker City Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., by Senator Williams. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Mr. and Mrs. Dean L. Bowman, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Donn R. Mosser, Sr., Mr. and Mrs. Walter J. Myers, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Miller. Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Pipan, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Filia, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Krumenacker, Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Haddix, Mr. and Mrs. Terry L. Banfill, Mr. and Mrs. John Kasper, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Myers, Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Robine, Sr., Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Ondrejik, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Telenko, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Garman, Sr., Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Repko, Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Figart, Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Rager, Sr., Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Weyandt, Mr. and Mrs. Walter P. Hessler, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Laichak, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest L. Kerstetter, Mr. and Mrs. Ronald C. Berry, Derek John Waksmunski, David Pederson, Donald E. Stringfellow, members and coaches of the Keystone Little League Major Division 11- and 12-Year-Old Baseball Team, Saint Benedict Church and School, Polish National Alliance Moxham Lodge No. 1327 of Johnstown and to the Kiwanis Club of Mill Hall by Senator Wozniak. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Mr. and Mrs. William J. Matalavage, Mr. and Mrs. Wade Strong, Mr. and Mrs. Dave Wiggins, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hammond, Mr. and Mrs. Donald L. Hillyard, Mr. and Mrs. David L.C. Albert. Mr. and Mrs. James DeVore, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Kenneth Stroble, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Marvin H. Willits, Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Hal C. Gee, Sr., Mr. and Mrs. Robert Rung, Mr. and Mrs. Warren Roberts, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Stark, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Rolls, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Higgins, Mr. and Mrs. Russell W. Branton, Mr. and Mrs. Dan Brown, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Cillo, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Raupers, Mr. and Mrs. David Melan, Tyler J. Thompson. Nathanial M.R. Hemenway, Burton Adams, Lincoln Edward Davidson, Andrew J. Baish, Margaret Allis, Herbert M. Preston, Daniel F. Warner and to Jersey Shore Hospital by Senator Yaw. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Jane Ann Condu, Ronald J. Blisard, Sharon Forsey, John Rudeski, Travis Temarantz, Kim Bell, Derek Marouchoc, David Marouchoc, Greater Hazleton Area Polonaise Society, Kovatch Ford, Northeast Regional Cancer Institute, Fraternal Order of Eagles, Aerie No. 1965, Greater Wyoming Area Senior League Baseball Team, Greater Wyoming Area 9 to 10 Year Old Softball Team, Saint John the Baptist Orthodox Catholic Church of Nanticoke and to the Pocono Mountain Regional Police Department by Senator Yudichak.
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CONDOLENCE RESOLUTIONS The PRESIDENT laid before the Senate the following resolutions, which were read, considered, and adopted by voice vote: Condolences of the Senate were extended to Frank Caputo by Senators Fontana and Pippy. Condolences of the Senate were extended to the family of the late Honorable John M. Feeney, Jr., by Senator One. Condolences of the Senate were extended to the family of the late Albert Frederick Bryan by Senator Pileggi. Condolences of the Senate were extended to the family of the late John A. Caltagirone by Senator Schwank. POSTHUMOUS CITATIONS The PRESIDENT laid before the Senate the following citations, which were read, considered, and adopted by voice vote: A posthumous citation honoring the late Chief Master Sergeant Richard Loy Etchberger was extended to the family by Senator Argall. A posthumous citation honoring the late Joe Polaski and to the late Harry A. Roberts were extended to the families by Senator Browne. A posthumous citation honoring the late Khachadour Garabedian was extended to the family by Senators Leach and Erickson. Posthumous citations honoring the late Michael J. Crawshaw and the late Michael Czerwien were extended to the families by Senator One. A posthumous citation honoring the late Michael Horrocks was extended to the family by Senator Piccola. A posthumous citation honoring the late Harry Manley Cooper was extended to the family by Senator Tartaglione. A posthumous citation honoring the late Doug Farrington was extended to the family by Senator Waugh. JOURNALS APPROVED The PRESIDENT. The Journals of the Sessions of June 8, 2011, June 13, 2011, June 14, 2011, June 15, 2011, and June 17, 2011, are now in print. The Clerk proceeded to read the Journals of the Sessions of June 8, 2011, June 13, 2011, June 14, 2011, June 15, 2011, and June 17, 2011, when, on motion of Senator PILEGGI, and agreed to by voice vote, further reading was dispensed with and the Journals were approved. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE GOVERNOR NOMINATIONS REFERRED TO COMMITTEE The PRESIDENT laid before the Senate the following communications in writing from His Excellency, the Governor of the Commonwealth, which were read as follows and referred to the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations: MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF MASSAGE THERAPY June 30, 2011 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:
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In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Catherine Campbell (Public Member), 324 Blacklatch Lane, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Massage Therapy, to serve until October 9, 2014, or until her successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice Toni L. Felice, Cranberry Township, whose term expired. TOM CORBETI' Governor MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF MASSAGE THERAPY June 30, 2011 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In conformity with law, 1 have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, William F. Vogel, 4018 Cole Avenue, Allison Park 15101, Allegheny County, Fortieth Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the State Board of Massage Therapy, to serve until October 9, 2014, or until his successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period. TOM CORBETF Governor HOUSE MESSAGES HOUSE CONCURS IN SENATE AMENDMENTS TO HOUSE BILLS The Clerk of the House of Representatives informed the Senate that the House has concurred in amendments made by the Senate to HB 562, HB 960 and HB 1696. HOUSE AMENDS WEEKLY RECESS RESOLUTION SENATE CONCURS IN HOUSE AMENDMENT The Clerk of the House of Representatives presented an extract from the Journal of the House for concurrence, which was read as follows: In the House of Representatives, June 30, 2011 RESOLVED, That when the House of Representatives adjourns this week it reconvene on Monday, September 26, 2011, unless sooner recalled by the Speaker of the House of Representatives. On the question, Will the Senate concur in the amendment to the Senate Concurrent Resolution? Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I move that the Senate do concur in the House amendment to the weekly recess resolution. On the question, Will the Senate agree to the motion? A voice vote having been taken, the question was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate inform the House of Representatives accordingly.
HOUSE BILLS FOR CONCURRENCE The Clerk of the House of Representatives presented to the Senate the following bills for concurrence, which were referred to the committees indicated: June 30, 2011 HB 816 and 1525 -- Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. HB 1174 and 1500 -- Committee on Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness. GENERAL COMMUNICATION ANNUAL LIST OF EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS RECEIVING CONTRIBUTIONS FROM BUSINESSES The PRESIDENT laid before the Senate the following communication, which was read by the Clerk as follows: COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA Department of Revenue Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17128-1100 June 30, 2011 Mr. Mark R. Corrigan Secretary of the Senate Senate of Pennsylvania 462 Main Capitol Harrisburg, PA 17120 Dear Mr. Corrigan: In accordance with the provisions of Act 4 of 2001, the Department of Revenue is to provide a list of all Scholarship Organizations, Educational Improvement Organizations and Pre-Kindergarten Scholarship Organizations receiving contributions from business firms granted a tax credit to the General Assembly June 30 of each year. The enclosed lists represent the organizations in each category and the total tax credit granted. If you have any questions regarding this account, please contact me at (717) 783-3680. Sincerely, DANIEL MEUSER Secretary of Revenue The PRESIDENT. This report will be filed in the Library. BILLS SIGNED The PRESIDENT (Lieutenant Governor Jim Cawley) in the presence of the Senate signed the following bills: SB 330, SB 448, HB 562, HB 960 and HB 1696. REMAINING CALENDAR TABLED The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Delaware, Senator Pileggi. Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I move that all bills remaining on the Calendar be laid upon the table.
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The PRESIDENT. Senator Pileggi moves that all bills remaining on the Calendar be laid upon the table. A voice vote having been taken, the question was determined in the affirmative.
RECESS The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Delaware, Senator Pileggi. Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I move that the Senate do now recess until Monday, September 19, 2011, at 1 p.m., Eastern Daylight Saving Time, unless sooner recalled by the President pro tempore. The motion was agreed to by voice vote. The Senate recessed at 11:16 p.m., Eastern Daylight Saving Time.
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