Speaker Lyons: "Good afternoon, Illinois. Your House of Representatives will come to order. Members are asked to please be at their desks. We'll be led today in prayer by Reverend Luis Rivera who is the pastor of the Church of Apostolic Road in Capron, Illinois. Reverend Rivera is the guest of Representative Jack Franks. Members and guests are asked to please refrain from starting their laptops and to turn off all cell phones, and pagers and our guests are asked… also asked to rise for the invocation and for the Pledge of Allegiance. Reverend Rivera."
"Thank you. Let us pray. Eternal God, we come before You, Lord, in this special day. A day, Lord, that You have made. We ask You, God, to shower us with Your blessings. Shower us with Your wisdom. We ask in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, bless each and every one of us, Amen."
"Representative Mike Zalewski, will you lead us in the Pledge."
"I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."
"We'll consider a Motion to send a cab for Reverend Rivera to do that at least twice a week. Roll Call for Attendance. Leader Barbara Flynn Currie, Democrats."
"Thank you, Speaker. Please let the record reflect the excused absences of Representatives Collins, Dugan, Careen Gordon, Harris, and Osterman." 09600044.doc 1 STATE OF ILLINOIS 96th GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 44th Legislative Day 4/23/2009
"Thank you, Leader. Michael Bost, the GOP."
"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Let the record reflect that Representative Mulligan is excused today on the Republican side of the aisle."
"Thank you, Representative. Mr. Clerk, take the record. There are 112 Members present. There is a quorum present to do the work for the people of the State of Illinois. Mr. Clerk."
Clerk Mahoney: "Committee Reports. Representative Howard, Chairperson from the Committee on Judiciary - Criminal Law, to which the following measure/s was/were referred, action taken on April 23, 2009, reported the same back with the following recommendation/s: 'do pass Short Debate' is Senate Bill 42, Senate Bill 62, Senate Bill 211, Senate Bill 243, Senate Bill 1708, Senate Bill 1710, Senate Bill 1818; 'do pass as amended Short Debate' is Senate Bill 145; 'recommends be adopted' is House Joint Resolution 24. Representative Verschoore, Chairperson from the Committee on Counties & Townships, to which the following measure/s was/were referred, action taken on April 23, 2009, reported the same back with the following recommendation/s: 'do pass Short Debate' is Senate Bill 1379, and Senate Bill 1527. Referred to the House Committee on Rules is House Resolution 294, House Resolution 295, and House Resolution 296."
"Representative Bob Flider, for what purpose do you seek recognition, Sir?"
"Mr. Speaker, a point of personal privilege."
"Please proceed." 09600044.doc 2 STATE OF ILLINOIS 96th GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 44th Legislative Day 4/23/2009
"Yes, Mr. Speaker, Ladies and Gentlemen of the House, Representative Mitchell and I have some very special guests here today and they are behind me in the gallery. Today is Student Advocacy Day and we have students from Richland Community College in Decatur are here with us today. Please give them a warm Springfield welcome."
Speaker Lyons: "Welcome to Springfield. Enjoy your day. Representative Black, for what purpose do you seek recognition, Sir?"
"Mr. Speaker, if I can have the attention of the Body. It has come to my attention that your side of the aisle has once again made an oversight… a terrible oversight, that I intend to correct, with your permission."
"I don’t know if you have our permission, but please proceed, Repre…"
"I don’t know who voted 'no', but we didn’t call for a vote. They're out of order. Throw them out. All right? Ladies and Gentlemen of the House, it has come to my attention that once again those of you on the Democrat side of the aisle refuse to acknowledge the anniversary of Speaker Michael Madigan's birthday. I… yes, I, on the other hand, sent him a birthday card. And I think you should join me in wishing Speaker Madigan a very happy birthday that he celebrated on April the 19th and I would hope that you not overlook that momentous day next year. And thank you, Mr. Speaker. When you need something done of kindness and compassion and recognizing the talent and milestones of our Members, both Republican and Democrat, 09600044.doc 3 STATE OF ILLINOIS 96th GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 44th Legislative Day 4/23/2009 you can always call on the Republicans to do that. It was my pleasure to do so. Thank you."
"Thank you, Mr. Black. And I'll remember that kindness and from the bottom your heart stuff in the middle of a different argument on your part. But always hear… always good to hear from you, Mr. Black. David Reis, for what purpose do you seek recognition?"
"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. A point of personal privilege."
"Please proceed."
"At the appropriate time, when we'll be recognizing the first week of May as the Children's Interstitial Lung Disease Week and we have some representatives today from the Respiratory Health Association and the Children's Interstitial Lung Disease Child Foundation. And this is a growing problem. It's very hard to diagnose in very young children: one, two, three years old. And it can affect and scar their lung tissue for the rest of their lives. And it's… it was an honor for Senator Jones and I to go to their home and see their young grandchild. But we just want to bring awareness to this growing disease and bring awareness and attention to the fact that much more research needs to be done with that. So, will you please join me in recognizing these two groups today."
Speaker Lyons: "Welcome to Springfield. Enjoy your day. Representative Cavaletto, for what purpose do you seek recognition, Sir?"
"Personal privilege."
"Please proceed." 09600044.doc 4 STATE OF ILLINOIS 96th GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 44th Legislative Day 4/23/2009
"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I would like to introduce to you Dr. Underwood and his wife Roxie, President of the Kaskaskia College, Centralia, Illinois. Welcome to the Capitol."
"Welcome to the Capitol, Sir. Enjoy your day. Representative Ron Stephens, for what purpose do you seek recognition, Sir?"
"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. We are joined today by the outgoing student trustee and the incoming student trustee for Kaskaskia College. And both of these gentlemen are academic all-Americans. I'd like to introduce Trent Giardini and Jacob Streuter from Kaskaskia College. Thank you."
"Welcome Kaskaskia College. Enjoy your day. Representative Anthony DeLuca, for what purpose do you seek recognition, Sir?"
"Personal privilege."
"Please proceed."
"I would like to recognize the president and students from Prairie State Community College, not only located in my district but also in the City of Chicago Heights where I am mayor. So, please welcome them. Thank you for being here."
"Prairie State, welcome. Have a great day in the Capitol. I'll preface this Members by saying we are not adjourning, but I'll ask the Clerk for the Agreed Resolutions."
"On the Order of Agreed Resolutions is House Resolution 297, offered by Representative Eddy. House 09600044.doc 5 STATE OF ILLINOIS 96th GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 44th Legislative Day 4/23/2009 Resolution 298, offered by Representative Cole. House Resolution 299, offered by Representative Cole. House Resolution 300, offered by Representative Chapa LaVia. House Resolution 301, offered by Representative Chapa LaVia. House Resolution 302, offered by Representative Cross. House Resolution 303, offered by Representative Froehlich. And House Resolution 304, offered by Representative Madigan."
"Representative Currie moves for the adoption of the Agreed Resolutions. All those in favor signify by saying 'yes; those opposed say 'no'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Agreed Resolutions are adopted. Adjournment Resolution, Mr. Clerk."
Clerk Mahoney: "House Joint Resolution 49, offered by Representative Currie. RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-SIXTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, THE SENATE CONCURRING HEREIN, that when the two Houses adjourn on Thursday, April 23, 2009, the House of Representatives stands adjourned until Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 12:00; and the Senate stands adjourned until Tuesday, April 28, 2009."
"Representative Currie moves for the adoption of the Adjournment Resolution. All those in favor signify by saying 'yes; those opposed say 'no'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Resolution is adopted. So, Ladies and Gentlemen, we're going to try to move some Bills off the Calendar. So, if you have your Calendars in front of you, on Page 3, on the Order of Senate Bills- 09600044.doc 6 STATE OF ILLINOIS 96th GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 44th Legislative Day 4/23/2009 Second Readings, we're going to go through the list. If you're ready to move your Bill to Third Reading, please let me know. I'll follow through the… the starting on page 3. Representative Sandy Pihos. Sandy, you have… on page 3 of the Calendar you have Senate Bill 35 on Second Reading. Do you wish to move that Bill to Third Reading? What's the status of the Bill, Mr. Clerk?"
"Senate Bill 35, a Bill for an Act concerning education. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading. Representative Al Riley, on Page 3 of the Calendar, you have Senate Bill 51. Do you wish to move that Bill, Representative? Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 51, a Bill for an Act concerning State Government. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading. Representative Jay Hoffman, on page 3 of the Calendar, you have Senate Bill 75. Do you wish to move that Bill to Third Reading? Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 75, a Bill for an Act concerning transportation. Second Reading. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading. Debbie Mell, you have, on page 3 of the Calendar, Senate Bill 100. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk." 09600044.doc 7 STATE OF ILLINOIS 96th GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 44th Legislative Day 4/23/2009
"Senate Bill 100, a Bill for an Act concerning civil law. Second Reading. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading. Representative Debbie Graham, on Page 4 of the Calendar, you have Senate Bill 133. Out of the record. Representative Elaine Nekritz, you have Senate Bill 154. Elaine? Representative Elaine Nekritz, you have Senate Bill 154. You wish to move that Bill? Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 154, a Bill for an Act concerning civil law. Second Reading. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading. Representative Michael Smith, you have Senate Bill 187. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 187, a Bill for an Act concerning education. Second Reading. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading. Representative Jay Hoffman, you have Senate Bill 204. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 204, a Bill for an Act concerning higher education. Second Reading. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading. Representative Al Riley, Senate Bill 206, Representative? Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 206, a Bill for an Act concerning finance. Second Reading. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading. Connie Howard, you have Senate Bill 231. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk." 09600044.doc 8 STATE OF ILLINOIS 96th GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 44th Legislative Day 4/23/2009
"Senate Bill 231, a Bill for an Act concerning public aid. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading. Representative Sandy Pihos, you have Senate Bill 269. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 269, a Bill for an Act concerning education. Second Reading. Amendment #1 was adopted in committee. No Floor Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading. Representative Sid Mathias, you have Senate Bill 1053, Sid. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1053, a Bill for an Act concerning civil law. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading, Mr. Clerk. Representative Jim Watson, you have Senate Bill 1276. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1276, a Bill for an Act concerning education. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading. Representative Jakobsson, for what purpose do you seek recognition?"
"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I rise on a point of personal privilege."
"Proceed, Representative."
"I would like to welcome the students… the eigth- grade students from Campus Middle School. The Campus Middle School is located in Urbana and students are from Urbana and Champaign and some of the surrounding 09600044.doc 9 STATE OF ILLINOIS 96th GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 44th Legislative Day 4/23/2009 communities. They're in the balcony… just about right above me. So, let's please give them a round of applause."
"Representative Yarbrough, you have a Senate Bill 1330. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1330, a Bill for an Act concerning State Government. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading. Representative Mike Zalewski, you have Senate Bill 1333. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1333, a Bill for an Act concerning government. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading. Representative John D'Amico, you have Senate Bill 1341. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1341, a Bill for an Act concerning civil law. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. Amendment #1 was adopted in committee. No Floor Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading. Representative Paul Froehlich, you have Senate Bill 1372. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1372, a Bill for an Act in relation to State Government. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Committee Amendments. No Floor Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading. Representative Elaine Nekritz, Senate Bill 1389. Elaine, 1389? Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk." 09600044.doc 10 STATE OF ILLINOIS 96th GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 44th Legislative Day 4/23/2009
"Senate Bill 1389, a Bill for an Act concerning business. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading. Representative Danny Reitz, you have Senate Bill… out of the record. Representative Barbara Flynn Currie on Senate Bill 1404. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1404, a Bill for an Act concerning State Government. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading. Representative Lou Lang, on page 5 of the Calendar, you have Senate Bill 1453. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1453, a Bill for an Act concerning education. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading. Representative Will Davis, for what purpose do you seek recognition. Sir?" Davis, W.: "A point of personal privilege, Mr. Speaker."
"Please proceed, Representative." Davis, W.: "Thank you very much. Ladies and Gentlemen, as we all know there are a lot of individuals down here from community colleges and their lobby day advocating for increased funding for community college. Well, I'd like to ask you to join me in recognizing, right above my head behind me, Patrice Burton and students from South Suburban College who are also here advocating for increased funding for community college students. Please give them a great round of applause." 09600044.doc 11 STATE OF ILLINOIS 96th GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 44th Legislative Day 4/23/2009
"Welcome South Suburban College. Enjoy your day. Representative Rich Brauer, you have Senate Bill 1461. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1461, a Bill for an Act concerning veterans. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
Speaker Lyons: "Third Reading. Representative David Reis, Senate Bill 1467. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1467, a Bill for an Act concerning transportation. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. Amendment #1 was adopted in committee. No Floor Amendments. No Motions filed."
Speaker Lyons: "Third Reading. Representative Bill Black, Senate Bill 1472. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1472, a Bill for an Act concerning finance. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading. Mr. Black, the Chair recognizes the Gentleman from Vermilion."
"Thank you very much, Mr. Speaker. For purposes of a Motion."
"State your Motion, Sir."
"Yes. I'd like Senate Bill 1472 put on the Agreed Bill List."
"…take that under consideration. Thank you, Mr. Black."
"All right. Thank you." 09600044.doc 12 STATE OF ILLINOIS 96th GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 44th Legislative Day 4/23/2009
Speaker Lyons: "Very good mood today, Mr. Black. Representative Beth Coulson, you have Senate Bill 1487. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1487, a Bill for an Act concerning professional regulation. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
Speaker Lyons: "Third Reading. Representative Pihos… Representative Pihos, you have Senate Bill 1507. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1507, a Bill for an Act concerning professional regulation. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading. Representative Paul Froehlich, you have Senate Bill 1541. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1541, a Bill for an Act concerning transportation. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading. Sandy Pihos, you're a busy Lady today on Second Readings. Senate Bill 1590. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1590, a Bill for an Act concerning civil law. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
Speaker Lyons: "Third Reading. Representative Mike Tryon… Representative Tryon, you have Senate Bill 1592. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1592, a Bill for an Act concerning government. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed." 09600044.doc 13 STATE OF ILLINOIS 96th GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 44th Legislative Day 4/23/2009
"Third Reading. Representative Mark Walker, you have Senate Bill 1624. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1624, a Bill for an Act concerning education. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No… no Committee Amendments. No Floor Amendments. However, notes have been requested and not yet received."
“Hold that Bill on the Order of Second Reading. Representative Debbie Mell, you have Senate Bill 1628. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1628, a Bill for an Act concerning children. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
“Third Reading. Representative Lou Lang, Senate Bill 1631. Lou, 1631? Out of the record. Representative Julie Hamos, you have Senate Bill 1632. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1632, a Bill for an Act concerning insurance. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
"Third Reading. Representative Betsy Hannig, you have Senate Bill 1736. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1736, a Bill for an Act concerning regulation. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
“Third Reading. Jack Franks, you have Senate Bill 1737. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1737, a Bill for an Act concerning finance. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. Amendment 09600044.doc 14 STATE OF ILLINOIS 96th GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 44th Legislative Day 4/23/2009 #1 was adopted in State Government Administration Committee. No Floor Amendments. No Motions filed."
“Third Reading. Representative Mike Smith, on the top of page 7 of the Calendar, you have Senate Bill 1828. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1828, a Bill for an Act concerning education. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
“Third Reading. Representative Fortner, you have Senate Bill 1883, Michael. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1883, a Bill for an Act concerning education. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
“Third Reading. Representative Feigenholtz, we have Senate Bill 212. What's your pleasure? Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 212, a Bill for an Act concerning public health. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. Amendment #1 was adopted in committee. No Floor Amendments. No Motions filed."
“Third Reading. Representative David Miller, Senate Bill 325. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 325, a Bill for an Act concerning education. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
“Third Reading. Representative Danny Reitz on Senate Bill 1269, Dan. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk." 09600044.doc 15 STATE OF ILLINOIS 96th GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 44th Legislative Day 4/23/2009
Senate Bill 1269, a Bill for an Act concerning safety. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
“Third Reading. Representative Reitz on Senate Bill 1393. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1393, a Bill for an Act concerning public aid. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
“Third Reading. Representative Marlow Colvin on Senate Bill 1412. Marlow, Senate Bill 1412. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1412, a Bill for an Act concerning education. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
“Third Reading. Representative Dan Reitz on Senate Bill 1538. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1538, a Bill for an Act concerning State Government. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
“Third Reading. Representative Mendoza, you have Senate Bill 1612. Do you wish to move that Bill? Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1612, a Bill for an Act concerning employment. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
“Third Reading. Representative Frank Mautino, you have Senate Bill 1897. Read the Bill Mr. Clerk." 09600044.doc 16 STATE OF ILLINOIS 96th GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 44th Legislative Day 4/23/2009
"Senate Bill 1897, a Bill for an Act concerning transportation. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
“Third Reading. Representative Kathy Ryg, for what purpose do you seek recognition, Ma'am?"
"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Point of personal privilege."
“Please proceed."
"Thank you. I'd like to ask my colleagues to join me in welcoming the Montessori School of Lake Forest, 8th year students. These students represent a number of communities in our area and their teacher is the daughter of Representative Naomi Jakobsson. So, we want to welcome them to Springfield."
“Welcome to Springfield. Enjoy your day at the Capitol. Representative Kathy Ryg, you have Senate Bill 40. Do you wish to move that Bill? Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 40, a Bill for an Act concerning persons with disabilities. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
“Third Reading. Representative Rich Brauer, for what purpose do you seek recognition, Sir?"
"Personal privilege."
“Please proceed."
"Ladies and Gentlemen of the House, please join Representative Hannig, Representative Poe, and myself in welcoming students from the Lincoln Land Community College… government here today in Springfield. Thank you." 09600044.doc 17 STATE OF ILLINOIS 96th GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 44th Legislative Day 4/23/2009
Speaker Lyons: “Welcome to the Capitol. Enjoy your day. Representative Art Turner… Representative David Miller, you had Senate Bill 2223. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 223, a Bill for an Act concerning employment. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
“Third Reading. Representative Emily McAsey, you have Senate Bill 1675 on the Order of Second Reading. Would you like to move that to Third? Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."
"Senate Bill 1675, a Bill for an Act concerning education. Second Reading of this Senate Bill. No Amendments. No Motions filed."
“Third Reading. Representative Michael Smith."
"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I would like to move that we suspend the posting requirements so that House Resolution 219 could be heard in the Labor Committee this afternoon."
“You've heard the Gentleman's Motion. All those in favor of the Motion signify by saying 'yes'; those opposed say 'no'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Motion is so moved. Mr. Clerk, for an announcement."
Clerk Mahoney: "Committee announcement. The House Labor Committee with meet immediately after Session. Labor will meet immediately after Session in Room 118 of the Capitol Building. Labor will meet immediately after Session."
“And now, seeing no further business to come before the House of Representatives, Representative Currie moves that the House stand adjourned 'til the hour of 12 09600044.doc 18 STATE OF ILLINOIS 96th GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 44th Legislative Day 4/23/2009 p.m. on Tuesday, April 28. Allowing perfunctory time for the Clerk, all those in favor of adjournment signify by saying 'yes'; those opposed say 'no'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the House stands adjourned 'til the hour of 12 p.m. on Tuesday, April 28. Have a safe weekend, everybody. Labor Committee you have a committee meeting immediately following our adjournment."
"House Perfunctory Session will come to order. Introduction and reading of House Bills-First Reading. House Bill 4439, offered by Representative Senger, a Bill for an Act concerning public employee benefits. House Bill 4440, offered by Representative Senger, a Bill for an Act concerning public employee benefits. House Bill 4441, offered by Representative Senger, a Bill for an Act concerning public employee benefits. House Bill 4442, offered by Representative Mathias, a Bill for an Act concerning revenue. House Bill 4443, offered by Representative Cavaletto, a Bill for an Act concerning revenue. Senate Bills-First Reading. Senate Bill 590, offered by Representative Smith, a Bill for an Act concerning local government. Senate Bill 1975, offered by Representative Bradley, a Bill for an Act concerning revenue. Senate Bill 149, offered by Representative Pihos, a Bill for an Act concerning regulation. Senate Bill 1716, offered by Representative Fritchey, a Bill for an Act concerning civil law. Senate Bill 2009, offered by Representative Rose, a Bill for an Act concerning education. There being no further business, the House Perfunctory Session will stand adjourned." 09600044.doc 19