As voices of the Glenville State Choir filled the chamber, the Senate reconvened today at 11 a.m.
They advanced 16 bills to third reading, including Senate Bill 443, which would require those convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol and who are on probation, paroled or on other conditional release for that offense to participate in the Motor Vehicle Test and Lock Program. The bill establishes conditions for participation in the program. The bill also provides a sentencing court with the authority to set eligibility requirements for participation in the program.
The Senate also adopted House Resolution 33 , which declared February 19, 2010 Higher Education Day. Many of West Virginia’s colleges presented displays throughout the Capitol Building.
The following committees will meet Monday:
Pensions- 2 p.m. 451M
Judiciary- 3 p.m. 208W
Finance- 3 p.m. 451M
The Senate will reconvene Monday at 11 a.m.