A citation was issued during the morning session to honor students, teachers and families who participate in home schooling and were commended for their service and dedication during Home Schooling Day at the Legislature.
House Resolution 28, which honors the late Charles E. “Tate” Lohr, was also adopted. Lohr was a former member of the House of Delegates from Mercer County and was remembered for his efforts and hard work during his time in the Legislature.
Members of the House voted and passed four bills, including House Bill 4047, which would prohibit using a cell phone or text messaging while driving except when using a hands-free device or in the case of an emergency and House Bill 4304, which would revise the Anatomical Gift Act.
In addition, the House took up Senate Bill 704, which would regulate viatical life insurance settlements, for immediate consideration and was read for a first time.
The following committees will meet today:
Industry & Labor, Economic Development & Small Business – 1:30 p.m. – 215E
Roads & Transportation – 2:00 p.m. – 215E
Rules – 2:15 p.m. – Speaker’s Office
The Constitutional Revision meeting for 2:00 p.m. was canceled.
The House is in recess until 2:30 this afternoon.
