NEVADA LEGISLATURE
Sixty-ninth Session, 1997
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ASSEMBLY DAILY JOURNAL
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THE FIFTIETH DAY
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Carson City (Monday), March 10, 1997
Assembly called to order at 11:08 a.m.
Mr. Speaker presiding.
Roll called.
All present.
Prayer by the Chaplain, Father Jerry Hanley.
Yahweh, Father, God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. All we have comes from You. We ask Your blessings on those chosen to serve your people that they may perform their task for our good and for the welfare of the people of Nevada. We pray especially for those who have no voice that can be heard amid the cry for comfort and position. Nourish and protect this state and this Assembly. Amen.
Pledge of allegiance to the Flag.
Assemblyman Perkins moved that further reading of the Journal be dispensed with, and the Speaker and Chief Clerk be authorized to make the necessary corrections and additions.
Motion carried.
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
Mr. Speaker:
Your Committee on Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Mining, to which was referred Assembly Bill No. 77, has had the same under consideration, and begs leave to report the same back with the recommendation: Re-refer to the Committee on Ways and Means.
Marcia de Braga,
Chairman
Mr. Speaker:
Your Committee on Transportation, to which was referred Assembly Bill No. 135, has had the same under consideration, and begs leave to report the same back with the recommendation: Do pass.
Vonne Chowning,
Chairman
MOTIONS, RESOLUTIONS AND NOTICES
By Assemblymen de Braga, Ohrenschall, Carpenter, Parks, Segerblom, Neighbors, Bache, Lee, Braunlin, Mortenson, Tiffany, Berman, Amodei, Lambert, Giunchigliani, Anderson, Collins, Manendo, Arberry, Marvel, Price, Nolan, Krenzer, Evans, Sandoval, Cegavske, Chowning, Ernaut, Hettrick, Freeman, Koivisto, Gustavson, Hickey, Perkins, Buckley, Williams, Von Tobel, Goldwater, Herrera, Humke and Dini:
Assembly Concurrent Resolution No. 6--Directing the Legislative Commission to conduct an interim study to determine methods for the development of a global market for products of the State of Nevada.
Whereas, The economy of this state would benefit by the development of global markets which would provide a more diversified opportunity in which to export and market products of the State of Nevada; and
Whereas, It is beneficial to the State of Nevada to foster a sustainable and profitable economy through the export of food and agricultural products and other products of Nevada's businesses; and
Whereas, There exists a potential for developing international trade, as the State of Nevada has particular geographical advantages as a gateway to the growing markets for international trade in the Pacific Basin, which contains at least half of the World's population; and
Whereas, The North American Free Trade Agreement has improved incentives for buying within the North American region and ensured that North American producers receive the primary benefits of all newly established tariff preferences; and
Whereas, Nevada's agricultural business and other business would benefit from assistance in awareness and participation in the global marketplace; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of Nevada, the Senate Concurring, That the Legislative Commission is hereby directed to conduct an interim study to determine methods to develop a global market for products from the State of Nevada; and be it further
Resolved, That the study must include, but is not limited to, an examination of:
1. What products are currently exported from the State of Nevada to other countries;
2. Whether there is a surplus of certain products produced in the State of Nevada and whether a demand exists for those products in other countries;
3. The costs associated with the marketing and exportation of products;
4. The manner in which other states are involved in the marketing and exportation of products; and
5. Laws and regulations affecting the marketing and exportation of products; and be it further
Resolved, That the Legislative Commission shall submit a report of its findings and any recommendations for legislation to the 70th session of the Nevada Legislature.
Assemblywoman de Braga moved that the resolution be referred to the Concurrent Committees on Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Mining and Elections, Procedures, and Ethics.
Motion carried.
Assembly Concurrent Resolution No. 2.
Assemblywoman Buckley moved the adoption of the resolution.
Remarks by Assemblywoman Buckley.
Resolution adopted as amended.
INTRODUCTION, FIRST READING AND REFERENCE
By the Committee on Transportation:
Assembly Bill No. 246--An Act relating to state highways; providing for the designation of Six-Mile Canyon Road in Storey and Lyon counties as a state highway; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
Assemblyman Chowning moved that the bill be referred to the Committee on Transportation.
Motion carried.
By Assemblyman Amodei:
Assembly Bill No. 247--An Act making an appropriation to the State Public Works Board for the construction of an Urban Hi-Tech Learning Center at Carson High School; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
Assemblyman Amodei moved that the bill be referred to the Committee on Ways and Means.
Motion carried.
MOTIONS, RESOLUTIONS AND NOTICES
Assemblyman Williams moved that Assembly Bill No. 39 be taken from the General File and placed on the Chief Clerk's desk.
Motion carried.
Assemblywoman de Braga moved that Assembly Bill No. 77 be re-referred to the Committee on Ways and Means.
Motion carried.
GENERAL FILE AND THIRD READING
Assembly Bill No. 18.
Bill read third time.
Remarks by Assemblymen Giunchigliani and Freeman.
Roll call on Assembly Bill No. 18:
Yeas--42.
Nays--None.
Assembly Bill No. 18 having received a constitutional majority, Mr. Speaker declared it passed, as amended.
Bill ordered transmitted to the Senate.
Assembly Bill No. 60.
Bill read third time.
Remarks by Assemblywoman Buckley.
Roll call on Assembly Bill No. 60:
Yeas--42.
Nays--None.
Assembly Bill No. 60 having received a constitutional majority, Mr. Speaker declared it passed.
Bill ordered transmitted to the Senate.
Assembly Bill No. 69.
Bill read third time.
Remarks by Assemblymen Lee, Evans, Price, Bache, Giunchigliani, Collins and Segerblom.
Roll call on Assembly Bill No. 69:
Yeas--37.
Nays--Buckley, Evans, Giunchigliani, Sandoval, Segerblom--5.
Assembly Bill No. 69 having received a constitutional majority, Mr. Speaker declared it passed, as amended.
Bill ordered transmitted to the Senate.
Assembly Bill No. 74.
Bill read third time.
Remarks by Assemblymen Buckley, Goldwater and Carpenter.
Roll call on Assembly Bill No. 74:
Yeas--42.
Nays--None.
Assembly Bill No. 74 having received a constitutional majority, Mr. Speaker declared it passed, as amended.
Bill ordered transmitted to the Senate.
Assembly Bill No. 79.
Bill read third time.
Remarks by Assemblymen Buckley and Arberry.
Assemblywoman Buckley moved that Assembly Bill No. 79 be taken from the General File and placed on the Chief Clerk's desk.
Motion carried.
Assembly Bill No. 122.
Bill read third time.
Remarks by Assemblymen Lambert, Giunchigliani and Price.
Roll call on Assembly Bill No. 122:
Yeas--41.
Nays--Anderson.
Assembly Bill No. 122 having received a constitutional majority, Mr. Speaker declared it passed, as amended.
Bill ordered transmitted to the Senate.
Assembly Bill No. 127.
Bill read third time.
Remarks by Assemblymen Tiffany and Collins.
Roll call on Assembly Bill No. 127:
Yeas--42.
Nays--None.
Assembly Bill No. 127 having received a constitutional majority, Mr. Speaker declared it passed, as amended.
Bill ordered transmitted to the Senate.
Assembly Bill No. 141.
Bill read third time.
Remarks by Assemblyman Perkins.
Roll call on Assembly Bill No. 141:
Yeas--42.
Nays--None.
Assembly Bill No. 141 having received a constitutional majority, Mr. Speaker declared it passed, as amended.
Bill ordered transmitted to the Senate.
MOTIONS, RESOLUTIONS AND NOTICES
Assemblyman Perkins moved that Assembly Bills Nos. 144, 148, 162, 189 be taken from the General File and placed on the General File for the next legislative day.
REMARKS FROM THE FLOOR
Assemblyman Perkins requested that the following remarks be entered in the Journal.
Assemblyman Perkins:
Today, as everybody is probably aware, we have many Girl Scouts with us. Particularly from my perspective, Mr. Speaker, I am very proud and honored to have two Girl Scouts with me as well as to see the group that we have in our Chambers. With today's problems and social ills, it's always very wonderful to see an organization that is able to focus and direct young people's attention towards good things, and I for one would like to congratulate the Girl Scouts and their organization for being here today.
Assemblywoman Freeman:
I would like to join our Majority Leader in his welcome to all of those in our Chamber today. I have a few brief remarks to make.
Margaret Meade told us never to doubt that a small group of dedicated individuals can change the world. She said, "Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." Margaret Meade might well have been speaking of the groups here today for Grassroots Lobby Days. Thirty-seven organizations and more than 150 individuals have gathered here to share their viewpoints with us. These are the "movers and shakers" of grassroots campaigns, representing thousands of members of their organizations throughout the state.
Since 1991, Nevada Women's Lobby has coordinated this visit to the legislature to encourage citizen involvement in the legislative process.
Seated with us on the floor today are young women who will create the world of the future. The Girl Scout Councils arranged their "Day at the Legislature" to coincide with Grassroots Lobby Days. This is a visual reminder that the decisions we make today will influence the lives of these young women and the families of the future.
Let us welcome the members of all the organizations today.
Mr. Speaker, I have a list here of 26 organizations who are core sponsors today, and I'd like to enter these into the record: The Action Network; American Association of University Women; Americans for Mental Health; Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada; Church Women United; Great Basin Primary Care Association; League of Women Voters; Maternal and Child Health Care Coalition; NAACP; UNLV Chapter; Nathan Adelson Hospice; National Association of Social Workers; Nevada Chapter; Nevada Nurses Association; Nevada Women's Political Caucus; NEW Project; Nevada Federation of Business and Professional Women; Nevada School Counselors Association; Nevada Women's Lobby; Planned Parenthoods in Nevada; Progressive Leadership Alliance of Nevada; Religious Alliance in Nevada; Progressive Leadership Alliance of Nevada; Religious Alliance in Nevada; Republican Women of Incline Village; Soroptimists International; Tahoe Women's Services; Toiyabe Sierra Club; UNLV and UNR students; Washoe Family Care.
Assemblywoman Koivisto:
I also want to reiterate how important it is that we recognize the theme of this year's Grassroots Lobby Days: Today's Decisions, Tomorrow's Heritage, and that we remain mindful of this throughout the 1997 Session as we make decisions which will influence the lives of future generations. These young women sharing the floor with us today are counting on us to continue to make Nevada a state where all citizens have opportunities to succeed and where all families and individuals are valued.
Assemblywoman Giunchigliani:
As a former Girl Scout, I was quite shocked today to learn that one of the young ladies sitting with me happened to be one of my former students from when I taught at K.O. Knudson, so it was serendipitous.
GUESTS EXTENDED PRIVILEGE OF ASSEMBLY FLOOR
On request of Assemblyman Close, the privilege of the floor of the Assembly Chamber for this day was extended to Joseph D. Cracraft.
On request of Assemblyman Dini, the privilege of the floor of the Assembly Chamber for this day was extended to the Girl Scouts, Danielle Brunelle, Stephanie Busby, Amber Carroll, Michelle Crevelt, Callie Dunlap, Erin Elliott, Sarah Etnire, Amanda Foster, Lindsey Frakes, Veronica Gaar, Ashley Goff, Rachel Helms, Amber Howard, Jessica Keenan, Shannon Lawton, Sarah Leavitt, Genevieve Ludwig, Crystal McConnell, Joshlynn McDowell, Kimberly McGuigan, Susan Malnar, Marion Nelson, Jodie Neyman, Julia Marie Noehl, Pesla Palmer, Elizabeth Patat, Brittany Rickling, Lisa Sanderson, Jaimie Schroter, Mona Shah, Joanna Herring, Tzeltel Volberding, Teresa Silva, Kristine Wilkerson, Elyse Jolly, Lacie Geiszler, Katie Silva, Patricia Bryan, Karrie Parmen, Sharon Minney, Stephanie Fish, Janet Palmer, LeeAnn Morris-Quam, Kimberly Hess, Keren Mendoza, Kristen Robinson, Coleche Manos, Lolita Manos, Dennise Howard, Casey Lutz, Robin Knutson, Tawnya Webster, Katie Berdan, Mandy Heslington, Kirsten Jensen, Allison Root, Jackie Norse, Crystal Willis, Alanna Williss, Megan Gilman, Erin Robson, Ali Moosberg, Betsy Talas, Holly Ludwig, Ashley Wade, Aja Stewart, Diane Carter, Kristy Johnson, Mary Johnson, Gina Rossman, JoAnne Foster, Theresa Williams, Laurine Prinvale, Nicole Prinvale, Jeanette Bye, Lindsay Clark, Katie Kehoe, Laura Hickman, Jenna Howard, Christina Rodarte, Kelly Fleischmann, Kristine Brown, Bianca Sciotto, Erica Hernandez, Paulette Hernandez, Anna Prior, Melissa Mansfield, Terri Izatt, Mollie Young, Rhonda Johnson, Ella Trujillo, Beverley Liggett, Nicole Swenson, Jean Bye, Andrea Small, Sandy Clark, Susan James, Lindsey Edwards, Megan Whitaker and Linda Swenson.
On request of Assemblyman Gustavson, the privilege of the floor of the Assembly Chamber for this day was extended to Cynthia Bunch, Diana Lombardo, Diana Mae Long, Stephanie Poland, Pat Van Betten, Ethelda Thelen, Dorothy Button and Sita Swamy.
On request of Assemblyman Segerblom, the privilege of the floor of the Assembly Chamber for this day was extended to Katie Shipp.
Assemblyman Perkins moved that the Assembly adjourn until Wednesday, March 12, 1997 at 11 a.m., and that it do so in memory of the former Speaker of the Assembly, Cyril Bastian.
Motion carried.
Assembly adjourned at 12:06 p.m.
Approved: Joseph E. Dini, Jr.
Speaker of the Assembly
Attest: Linda B. Alden
Chief Clerk of the Assembly