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“Yes Sir,” Capitol Recognizes West Virginia Air and Army National Guard Today

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Today in the Captiol Rotunda, many people were dressed in green – Military Green that is. Members of the West Virginia Air and Army National Guard were on hand to showcase their many specializations as well as to be recognized for their dedication to the United States, West Virginia, and their home communities.

Both the Air and Army National Guard are made up of many members who specialize in specific, and sometimes unique fields. Pictured above, Senior Master Sergeant Judy and Captain Warren of the WV CERF-P Team, demonstrate the Level B Chemical Protective Suit, a vital piece of equipment in their respective field. Members of the West Virginia National Guard’s Chemical, Biological, Radiological/Nuclear and Explosive Enhanced Response Force Package protect the citizens of our state and nation and maintain a state of readiness to respond to nuclear, biological and chemical threats.

Throughout the rotunda, booths were set up to showcase the areas of specialization that each branch has to offer. Members can work in a variety of interesting fields that include, medical, aviation, military police, engineer, and public affairs. Each specialization consists of training in a number of specific areas, such as the use of night vision goggles (NVGs), as being demonstrated here.

Senate Completes Legislation on 12 Bills, 16 Advanced to 3rd Reading

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Today in the Senate, 16 bills passed, 12 of which became completed legislation. The additional four bills that passed, contained amendments which will first have to be agreed upon by the House before becoming completed legislation.

Of those bills completing legislation, House Bill 3189 adds three representatives total from the Legislature and Supreme Court of Appeals to the Capitol Building Commission.
All of these additional members are non-voting with one being appointed by the President of the Senate, one by the Speaker of the House of Delegates and one member by the Supreme Court of Appeals. This addition will bring the total number of Capitol Building Commission members from six to nine.

Sixteen bills advanced to third reading today. Of those bills advancing, House Bill 2920 would eliminate the felony conviction for a second or subsequent conviction of petit larceny.

The following committees will meet today:

Health and Human Resources – 1:00 p.m. – 451M

Banking and Insurance – 2:00 p.m. – 208W

Education – 2:00 p.m. – 451M

Finance – 3:00 p.m. – 451M

Judiciary – 3:00 p.m. – 208W

The following committees will meet tomorrow:

Rules Committee – 10:45 a.m. – 219M

Natural Resources (Subcommittee) – 1:00 p.m. – 208W

Natural Resources – 1:30 p.m. – 208W

Government Organization – 2:00 p.m. – 208W

The Senate is in recess until 5:00 p.m. today.

House Recesses Until Evening for Committee Meetings

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Nine bills were presented on third reading in the house today. Senate Bill 405 would require petitions for grandparent visitation to be filed in family court when an action involving that child, or his or her parents, is pending in family court. Senate Bill 612 would relate to willful nonpayment of child support. Senate Bill 719 would allow certain police officers to keep a weapon after retirement. Senate Bill 153, Senate Bill 370, Senate Bill 405 and Senate Bill 612 were communicated to the Senate for its approval.
The other five bills passed on third reading completed legislative action and were sent to the Governor for approval.

Thirteen bills were presented on second reading. Senate Bill 532 would create the WV SAFE Mortgage Licensing Act. Senate Bill 595 would relate to assignment of child support obligations. Senate Bill 672 would create the Mental Health Stabilization Act of 2009. These bills will be presented on third reading tomorrow to be voted on by members.

Twenty-four bills were presented on first reading today. Senate Bill 239 would allow a majority vote for certain metro government approval. Senate Bill 408 would relate to model health plans for uninsurable individuals. Senate Bill 521 would include telecommunications devices as jail contraband. Senate Bill 695 would relate to payment for certain state employees’ unused sick leave. These bills will be presented on second reading tomorrow for amendments.

The following committees will meet today:

Education – 1:30 p.m. – 434M
Government Organization – 1:30 p.m. – 215E
Finance – 2:00 p.m. – 460M
Judiciary – 2:00 p.m. – 410M

The following committees will meet tomorrow:

Finance – 2:00 p.m. – House Chamber
Health and Human Resources – 4:00 p.m. – 215E
Stimulus Utilization – 4:00 p.m. – 460M

The House will recess until 5:00 p.m.

Senate Reconvenes to Receive Committee Reports, 11 Bills Advance to 2nd Reading

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The Senate met in a brief evening session Monday at 5:00 p.m. to receive reports from standing committees. All reports received were taken up for immediate consideration, and all bills involved were presented on first reading and advanced.

Of those bills advancing to second reading, House Bill 2952 would clarify that a terroristic threat is a felony regardless of intent to actually commit the threatened act, and penalize as such. Under this bill, persons found guilty would be fined between $5,000 and $25,000, confined in a state correctional facility between one and three years, or both.

The following committees will meet tomorrow:

Energy, Industry, and Mining – 9:00 a.m. – 208W

Education (Subcommittee – Innovation Zones) – 10:00 a.m. – 219M

Government Organization – 10:00 a.m. – 208W

Rules Committee – 10:45 a.m. – 219M

Health and Human Resources – 1:00 p.m. – 451M

Banking and Insurance – 2:00 p.m. – 208W

Education – 2:00 p.m. – 451M

Finance – 3:00 p.m. – 451M

Judiciary – 3:00 p.m. – 208W

The Senate will reconvene tomorrow at 11:00 a.m.

House Reconvenes to Hear Committee Reports

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The House reconvened on Monday to finish hearing the reports from the afternoon committee meetings. Several reports were forwarded to the Finance or Judiciary Committees for secondary reference.

The following committees will meet tonight:

Finance – 6:00 p.m. – 460M
Judiciary – 6:00 p.m. – 215E

The following committees will meet tomorrow:

Education – 8:30 a.m. – 434M
Government Organization – 8:30 p.m. – 215E
Judiciary – 9:00 a.m. – 410M

The House will reconvene at 11:00 a.m. tomorrow.

Senate Honors WVU Athletic Director, Twenty Bills Advance to Third Reading

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Today in the Senate, members adopted a resolution that honors the prominent career of Ed Pastilong, Athletic Director at West Virginia University. Senate Resolution 52 honors Moundsville native Ed Pastilong and his career in college athletics that spans nearly four decades.

One bill completed legislation in the Senate today. House Bill 2904 authorizes rules for the Higher Education Policy Commission and the West Virginia Council for Community and Technical College Education, including rules regarding Guidelines for Governing Boards in Employing and Evaluating Presidents, Employing and Evaluating Presidents, the Medical Student Loan Program, the West Virginia Higher Education Grant Program, the Research Trust Fund Program, Accountability System, Performance Indicators and Finance.

Twenty bills advanced to third reading. Of those bills advancing, House Bill 2069 would increase the faculty senate allotment for classroom teachers and librarians from $50 to $100, to be spent on academic materials, supplies or equipment to enhance instruction.

House Bill 3229 would establish the Science and Research Council to provide expertise and policy guidance in science and research to the state, its agencies and state institutions of higher education regarding federal programs.

The following committees will meet today:

Natural Resources – 1:00 p.m. – 208W

Pensions – 2:00 p.m. – 451M

Finance – 3:00 p.m. – 451M

Judiciary – 3:00 p.m. – 208W

The Senate is in recess until 5:00 p.m. today.

House Celebrates Life of Former House Finance Clerk

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In the House today, members stood in remembrance as House Concurrent Resolution 45 was adopted. House Concurrent Resolution 45 requests the Division of Highways to name the 36th Street Bridge in Charleston as the “Bob Basil Memorial Bridge.”

Bob Basil had a 35-year career in public service within the state, serving in positions within the Auditor’s Office, the Budget Office and Legislative Auditor’s Office. During legislative sessions, he served as Clerk of the House Finance Committee. In 1996, he was recognized for his accomplishments by the House and as an “Outstanding West Virginian” by former Governor Gaston Caperton. After his retirement, he volunteered his help for the next 20 years to the Finance Committee and helped explain the budget process to new members of the committee.

Ten bills were presented on third reading today. Among these were Senate Bill 384, which would authorize the Department of Transportation to take control of certain highway emergencies and Senate Bill 284, which relates to Viatical Settlements Act. Senate Bill 259, Senate Bill 487, Senate Bill 572, Senate Bill 587, and Senate Bill 588 completed legislative action and were sent to the Governor for approval. All other bills passed on third reading were communicated to the Senate for its approval.

Nine bills were presented on second reading. Senate Bill 405 would relate to grandparents’ visitation. Senate Bill 612 would relate to willful nonpayment of child support. Senate Bill 719 would allow certain police officers to keep a weapon after retirement. These bills and six others will be presented on third reading tomorrow.

Thirteen bills were presented on first reading. Senate Bill 532 would create the WV SAFE Mortgage Licensing Act. Senate Bill 595 would relate to assignment of child support obligations. Senate Bill 672 would create the Mental Health Stabilization Act of 2009.

The following committees will meet today:

Banking and Insurance – 12:00 p.m. – 252E
Judiciary – 12:30 p.m. – 410M
Education – 1:30 p.m. – 434M
Government Organization – 1:30 p.m. – 215E
Finance – 2:00 p.m. – 460M
Health and Human Resources – 4:00 p.m. – 215E
Finance – 5:30 p.m. – 460M

The House will recess until 5:00 p.m. on Monday.

Hot Dog Eating Contest Raises Breast Cancer Awareness

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The West Virginia Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure raised over $1,500 today with their hot dog sale at the Capitol. From 11-1:30 p.m., guests received chips, a drink, a dessert and a hot dog loaded with all the fixin’s for a donation of $5.

Crowds gathered outside of the Senate Chamber as Legislative members and staff competed in a fierce hot dog eating contest. Organizers held a raffle for guests to bet on who they thought would win. Each participant rolled up their sleeves as they had only two minutes to finish five hot dogs. Some dipped their dogs in water, others slathered on condiments to try and edge out the competition. Senator Dave Sypolt from Preston County was victorious. He also won the raffle and donated the prize money back to the Race for the Cure.

The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Series raises significant funds and awareness across the country for the fight against breast cancer, celebrates survivorship and honors those who have lost the battle with the disease.

The Susan G. Komen West Virginia Race for the Cure plays a critical role in raising needed funds to allow the West Virginia Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure to make grants in our local communities. Up to 75 percent of the money raised stays in West Virginia to fund education, treatment and screening programs for underserved populations.

On May 2, 2009 the WV Race for the Cure will start at the Capitol Complex. For more information about volunteering and registration, visit www.komenwv.org

Friday Brings Bill Advancement in Senate

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Today in the Senate, one bill advanced to third reading and 10 to second reading. The bill advanced to third, House Bill 2904, would authorize rules for higher education, including rules for the Higher Education Policy Commission, West Virginia Council for Community and Technical College Education, guidelines for Governing Boards in Employing and Evaluating Presidents, the Medical Student Loan Program, the West Virginia Higher Education Grant Program, the Research Trust Fund Program, Accountability System, and Finance.

Of those bills advancing to second reading, House Bill 2069 would increase the faculty senate allotment for classroom teachers and librarians from $50 to $100, to be spent on academic materials, supplies or equipment to enhance instruction.

The following committees will meet today:

Judiciary – 12:30 p.m. – 208W

The following committees will meet Monday, April 6th:

Natural Resources – 1:00 p.m. – 208W

Pensions – 2:00 p.m. – 451M

Finance – 3:00 p.m. – 451M

Judiciary – 3:00 p.m. – 208W

The Senate will reconvene Monday, April 6th at 11:00 a.m.

Five Bills Complete Legislative Action in House

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Seven bills were presented on third reading today. Of these, Senate Bill 321 would modify the certificate of need process. Senate Bill 341 would transfer juvenile justice database administration to the Supreme Court. Senate Bill 346 would correct code reference related to bear tagging. All of these bills, except for Senate Bill 263 and Senate Bill 307 have completed legislative action and have been communicated to the Governor. Senate Bill 263 and Senate Bill 307 have been referred back to the Senate for approval.

Ten bills were presented on second reading today. Among these were Senate Bill 384, which would authorize the Department of Transportation to take control of certain highway emergencies and Senate Bill 284, which relates to Viatical Settlements Act. These bills and eight others will be presented on third reading tomorrow.

Nine bills were presented on first reading today. Senate Bill 405 would relate to grandparents’ visitation. Senate Bill 612 would relate to willful nonpayment of child support.

The following committees will meet today:

Finance – 1:15 p.m. – 460M
Judiciary – 12:45 p.m. – 410M

The following committees will meet on Sunday:

Judiciary – 4:00 p.m. – 410M

The following committees will meet Monday:

Roads and Transportation – 10:00 a.m. – 215E
Education – 1:30 p.m. – 430M
Health and Human Resources – 4:00 p.m. – 215E

The House will reconvene at 11:00 a.m. on Monday.

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