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The House assembled at 12:00 Noon.

Deliberations were opened with prayer by the Chaplain of the House of Representatives, the Rev. Dr. Alton C. Clark as follows:

Lord God, as we return to our weekly routine, we pray for people throughout the world: for those that prosper that they may give thanks to You; for those that struggle that they might not hope in vain; for the poor that they might have enough to live; and for all people that they might know God. Give us the vision to see all creation as a gift of Your never-failing love and to receive it with gratitude and to use it aright.

Accept, Heavenly Father, our unending praise and thanksgiving for all Your blessings to us. Amen.

Pursuant to Rule 6.3, the House of Representatives was led in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America by the SPEAKER.

After corrections to the Journal of the proceedings of Friday, the SPEAKER ordered it confirmed.

Rep. CROMER moved that when the House adjourns, it adjourn in memory of Mr. Tony Gallant of East Columbia, which was agreed to.

The following were received and referred to the appropriate committee for consideration.

Document No. 1710
Promulgated By Department of Education
Free Textbooks (Amend)
Received By Speaker January 24, 1994
Referred to House Committee on Education and Public Works
120 Day Review Expiration Date May 24, 1994

Document No. 1713
Promulgated By Department of Education
Parent-Oriented Education Programs (Repealed in its Entirety)
Parent/Family Literacy Programs (Replaces)
Received By Speaker January 20, 1994
Referred to House Committee on Education and Public Works
120 Day Review Expiration Date May 20, 1994

Document No. 1714
Promulgated By Department of Education
Child Development Programs (Repealed in its Entirety)
Received By Speaker January 20, 1994
Referred to House Committee on Education and Public Works
120 Day Review Expiration Date May 20, 1994

Document No. 1715
Promulgated By Department of Education
Half-Day Child Development Programs for Four-Year-Olds (Amend)
Half-Day Child Development Programs
Received By Speaker January 20, 1994
Referred to House Committee on Education and Public Works
120 Day Review Expiration Date May 20, 1994

Document No. 1716
Promulgated By Department of Education
State Funded Remedial Education Programs (Repealed in its Entirety)
Academic Assistance Programs (Grades 4-12)
Received By Speaker January 20, 1994
Referred to House Committee on Education and Public Works
120 Day Review Expiration Date May 20, 1994

The following was received.
Columbia, S.C., January 20, 1994
Mr. Speaker and Members of the House:

The Senate respectfully informs your Honorable Body that it concurs in the amendments proposed by the House to S. 703:
S. 703 -- Senator Reese: A BILL TO AMEND SECTION 50-25-1330, CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, RELATING TO WATERCRAFT MOTOR RESTRICTIONS ON LAKE H. TAYLOR BLALOCK, SO AS TO REVISE THE MOTOR HORSEPOWER RESTRICTION APPLICABLE TO PONTOON BOATS GREATER THAN SIXTEEN FEET IN LENGTH FROM THIRTY-FIVE TO FORTY.
and has ordered the Bill Enrolled for Ratification.

Very respectfully,
President

Received as information.

Dear Mr. Speaker and Members of the House:

I am hereby returning without my approval H. 3200, R-280, an Act:
TO REPEAL SECTION 50-17-670, CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, RELATING TO REGISTRATION NUMBERS ON LICENSED SHRIMP TRAWLERS; AND TO AMEND SECTION 50-17- 105, RELATING TO THE PROHIBITION ON THE DISPLAY OF DOLPHINS AND WHALES, SO AS TO DELETE THE PROHIBITION AND PROVIDE CIRCUMSTANCES UNDER WHICH IT IS LAWFUL TO DISPLAY DOLPHINS AND WHALES.
My veto is based on significant concerns that I have regarding this legislation, concerns which I believe to be shared by many members of the General Assembly. First and foremost, I am concerned that this bill may have failed to receive the benefit of a full and fair hearing during the legislative process. Specifically, H. 3200, when introduced, served only to repeal Section 50-17-670 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, "RELATING TO REGISTRATION NUMBERS ON LICENSED SHRIMP TRAWLERS." After this bill had received three readings in the House and two readings in the Senate, an unrelated amendment was added effecting a repeal of our state's prohibition on the public display of dolphins and whales. This amendment was attached in a legislative maneuver that caught many legislators by surprise. In fact, it appears that many votes were cast for this bill by those who were not fully aware of its contents.

South Carolina's marine mammal protection law, which prohibits the public display of dolphins or whales, serves a valuable purpose. By enacting this forward-thinking legislation, we have taken a strong stand against the inhumane treatment of marine mammals, and I will not sign a bill which would repeal our marine mammal protection law without a specific reason, particularly when it appears that this bill failed to have been fully and fairly debated in the legislature.

Sincerely,
Carroll A. Campbell, Jr.
Governor

The SPEAKER ordered the Veto printed in the Journal.

Rep. WILLIAMS, from the Committee on Invitations and Memorial Resolutions, submitted a favorable report, on:

Invitation of The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce for a reception, February 1, 1994, 6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. at the Capital City Club.

The invitation was accepted.

Rep. WILLIAMS, from the Committee on Invitations and Memorial Resolutions, submitted a favorable report, on:

Invitation of Probate Judges' Association of South Carolina for breakfast, February 2, 1994, 8:30 A.M. - 10:00 A.M. in the lower lobby of the State House and for a drop-in, 6:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. at the Marriott Hotel.

The invitation was accepted.

Rep. WILLIAMS, from the Committee on Invitations and Memorial Resolutions, submitted a favorable report, on:

Invitation of South Carolina School Boards Association for a luncheon, February 2, 1994, 12:30 P.M. at the Moore Building on the State Fairgrounds.

The invitation was accepted.

Invitation of The Arc of S.C., S.C. Autism Society, S.C. Association of Independent Head Injury Groups, et al. for a drop-in, February 3, 1994, 9:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M. in the first floor lobby of the State House.

The invitation was accepted.

Rep. WILLIAMS, from the Committee on Invitations and Memorial Resolutions, submitted a favorable report, on:

Invitation of S.C. Pest Control Association for a wine and cheese social, February 8, 1994, 6:30 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. at the Sheraton Hotel.

The invitation was accepted.

Rep. WILLIAMS, from the Committee on Invitations and Memorial Resolutions, submitted a favorable report, on:

Invitation of the S.C. Vocational Association and the S.C. Vocational Directors Association for lunch, February 9, 1994, 12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. in the lower lobby of the State House.

The invitation was accepted.

Rep. WILLIAMS, from the Committee on Invitations and Memorial Resolutions, submitted a favorable report, on:

Invitation of Carolinas AGC for a reception, February 9, 1994, 6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. at the Marriott Hotel.

The invitation was accepted.

Rep. WILLIAMS, from the Committee on Invitations and Memorial Resolutions, submitted a favorable report, on:

Invitation of the Municipal Association of S.C. for a reception, February 15, 1994, 6:00 P.M. - 7:30 P.M. at the Marriott Hotel.

The invitation was accepted.

Rep. WILLIAMS, from the Committee on Invitations and Memorial Resolutions, submitted a favorable report, on:

Invitation of the S.C. Department of Archives and History for coffee and pastries, February 16, 1994, 8:30 A.M. - 10:30 A.M. in Room 208 Blatt Building.

The invitation was accepted.

Invitation of the S.C. Association of Counties for a reception, February 16, 1994, 6:00 P.M. - 7:30 P.M. at the Embassy Suites Hotel.

The invitation was accepted.

Rep. WILLIAMS, from the Committee on Invitations and Memorial Resolutions, submitted a favorable report, on:

Invitation of the S.C. Association of Christian Schools for breakfast, February 17, 1994, 7:45 A.M. - 8:45 A.M. in the Wilson and Jackson Rooms of the Holiday Inn Hotel.

The invitation was accepted.

Rep. WILLIAMS, from the Committee on Invitations and Memorial Resolutions, submitted a favorable report, on:

Invitation of the S.C. Farm Bureau Federation for a banquet, February 22, 1994, 6:00 P.M. at the Ellison Building, State Fairgrounds.

The invitation was accepted.

Rep. WILLIAMS, from the Committee on Invitations and Memorial Resolutions, submitted a favorable report, on:

Invitation of the Electric Cooperatives of South Carolina for a reception, February 23, 1994, 6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. at the Marriott Hotel.

The invitation was accepted.

On motion of Rep. SHISSIAS, with unanimous consent, the following was taken up for immediate consideration:

H. 4586 -- Reps. Shissias, Corning and Scott: A HOUSE RESOLUTION TO CONGRATULATE THE RICHLAND NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL "CAVALIERS" BOYS FOOTBALL TEAM OF RICHLAND COUNTY ON WINNING THE CLASS AAAA, DIVISION II STATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP FOR 1993, AND ALLOW THE TEAM AND COACHES THE PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 26, 1994, AT A TIME TO BE DETERMINED BY THE SPEAKER.

Whereas, the Richland Northeast High School "Cavaliers" Football Team of Richland County recently captured the Class AAAA, Division II State Football Championship for 1993; and

Whereas, this fantastic come-from-behind victory crowned the unbelievable 1993 season with a heart-stopping interception by sophomore linebacker Ryan Kendall which secured the win; and

Whereas, led by its fine Head Coach Joe Wingard, the team arose to the occasion with its tough perseverance; and

Whereas, the Richland Northeast Football Team has added another chapter in its rich school history epitomized by its never-say-quit attitude. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

That the House of Representatives of the State of South Carolina, by this resolution, congratulates the Richland Northeast "Cavaliers" Football Team of Richland County on winning the Class AAAA, Division II State Football Championship.

Be it further resolved that the team and its coaches be granted the privilege of the floor of the House of Representatives at a time to be determined by the Speaker on Wednesday, January 26, 1994, for the purpose of being recognized and congratulated.

Be it further resolved that copies of this resolution be forwarded to Joe Wingard, Head Coach and to Ron Hill, Principal of Richland Northeast High School.

The Resolution was adopted.

The following was introduced:

H. 4587 -- Reps. Rogers, Waites, Neal, Scott, Cromer, Byrd and J. Brown: A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION TO EXPRESS THE SYMPATHY OF THE MEMBERS OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY TO THE FRIENDS AND FAMILY OF DR. EDWARD EUGENE TAYLOR OF RICHLAND COUNTY WHO DIED IN OCTOBER OF 1993.

The Concurrent Resolution was agreed to and ordered sent to the Senate.

The following was introduced:

H. 4588 -- Reps. Harvin, Cobb-Hunter, H. Brown, Wofford and Law: A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING THE

The Concurrent Resolution was agreed to and ordered sent to the Senate.

The following was introduced:

H. 4589 -- Reps. Harrell, J. Bailey, Barber, Breeland, Fulmer, Gonzales, Hallman, Holt, Hutson, Inabinett, Whipper and R. Young: A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION TO CONGRATULATE ORANGE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN CHARLESTON ON BEING CHOSEN A STATEWIDE WINNER OF THE PALMETTO'S FINEST AWARD.

The Concurrent Resolution was agreed to and ordered sent to the Senate.

On motion of Rep. J. BROWN, with unanimous consent, the following was taken up for immediate consideration:

S. 1013 -- Senator Mitchell: A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION TO CONGRATULATE MISS KIMBERLY AIKEN OF COLUMBIA UPON BEING CHOSEN MISS AMERICA 1994 AND TO EXTEND AN INVITATION TO MISS AIKEN TO ADDRESS A JOINT SESSION OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY AT 10:30 A.M. ON THURSDAY, MARCH 3, 1994.

Whereas, Miss Kimberly Aiken of Columbia competed in the Miss South Carolina Pageant; and

Whereas, Miss Aiken competed against many other young talented women representing areas of the State; and

Whereas, in July, 1993, Miss Aiken was selected by a panel of judges chosen from across the country to serve as Miss South Carolina and represent the State in the Miss America Pageant; and

Whereas, the eighteen-year-old Columbia native is the daughter of Charles and Valerie Aiken; and

Whereas, she is a graduate of Columbia High School and a sophomore at the University of South Carolina; and

Whereas, Miss Aiken has represented the State well with her poise, grace, talent, humility, and spirit of dedicated service to mankind; and

Whereas, Miss Aiken founded the Homeless Education and Resource Organization (HERO) to provide education and assistance to help homeless people help themselves; and

Whereas, she competed against forty-nine other women representing their states and exuded beauty, confidence, maturity, intelligence, and talent; and

Whereas, her rendition of "Summertime" from Porgy and Bess during the talent segment received applause from halfway through the selection; and

Whereas, her beauty, grace and poise were evident throughout the evening during the physical fitness and evening gown portions; and

Whereas, her dedication to helping others and her intelligence was demonstrated to the judges during the interview segment; and

Whereas, on September 18, 1993, in Atlantic City, Miss Aiken was the judges' choice for a modern Miss America; and

Whereas, she is the fifth African American to have the honor and distinction to wear the jeweled tiara representing Miss America; and

Whereas, she is the first Miss South Carolina to become Miss America since 1957; and

Whereas, she has overcome the biases against her displayed by her own fellow South Carolinians; and

Whereas, this State could benefit from her goals; and

Whereas, the members of the General Assembly want to hear her speak on the issues confronting her and the State and want to invite her to speak to a joint session at her convenience and at the convenience of the Speaker of the House and the President of the Senate. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the Senate, the House of Representatives concurring:

That the members of the General Assembly congratulate Miss Kimberly Aiken of Columbia upon being chosen Miss America 1994 and invite her to address a joint session of the General Assembly at 10:30 A.M. on Thursday, March 3, 1994.

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to Miss America 1994, Kimberly Aiken; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Aiken, her parents; Mr. Joe Sanders, Executive Director of the Miss South Carolina Pageant and the President of the National Association of Miss America State Pageants.

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