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The Senate returned to the House with concurrence the following:

H. 4975 -- Reps. Davenport, Cromer, Allison, Lanford, Lee, Walker, Littlejohn, D. Smith and Wells: A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION EXTENDING THE BEST WISHES AND HEARTY CONGRATULATIONS OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA TO OUR CURRENT MISS SOUTH CAROLINA, AMANDA ELIZABETH SPIVEY, OF SPARTANBURG COUNTY, ON THE SPECIAL OCCASION OF "MISS SOUTH CAROLINA APPRECIATION DAY", APRIL 30, 1996.

At 11:55 A.M. the House in accordance with the motion of Rep. STUART adjourned in memory of Hulley (Glen) Shumpert of Pelion, to meet at 10:00 A.M. tomorrow.

Indicates Matter Stricken
Indicates New Matter

The House assembled at 10:00 A.M.

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

O Lord our God, we thank You for the blessings of this great land; for the fruits of its soil, for water and all the untold resources of the earth, for opportunities for work and play, for freedom of speech and freedom of worship. And as we thank You for these and all Your blessings and as we recognize ourselves as stewards of these blessings, we pray for Your guidance in all our actions. Make our Nation great in its greatness in our use as trustees of Your blessings. Make us ready for the discipline and self-control demanded of the age in which we serve, as we "show forth Your loving kindness in the morning and Your faithfulness every night." (Psalm 92:2) Amen.

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

The following Bills were taken up, read the third time, and ordered sent to the Senate.

H. 4012 -- Reps. Townsend, Trotter and Stille: A BILL TO AMEND THE CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, BY ADDING ARTICLE 71 TO CHAPTER 3, TITLE 56, SO AS TO PROVIDE FOR THE ISSUANCE OF A SPECIAL LICENSE PLATE FOR FOREST PRODUCT HAULERS; TO AMEND SECTION 56-3-120, RELATING TO EXEMPTIONS FROM REGISTERING AND LICENSING VEHICLES, SO AS TO EXEMPT CERTAIN KNUCKLEBOOM LOADERS FROM REGISTRATION AND LICENSING; TO AMEND SECTION 56-5-4090, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO THE LENGTH OF LOAD ON CERTAIN POLE TRAILERS AND CARRIERS, SO AS TO DELETE RESTRICTIONS TO THE HOURS CERTAIN VEHICLES CAN TRAVEL ON THE STATE'S HIGHWAYS; TO AMEND SECTION 56-5-4630, RELATING TO THE ATTACHMENT OF A LAMP OR FLAG ON LOADS EXTENDING CERTAIN LENGTHS BEYOND THE BED OR BODY OF A MOTOR VEHICLE, SO AS TO

H. 4976 -- Reps. Rhoad and Cave: A BILL TO AMEND SECTION 16-11-110, CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, RELATING TO ARSON, SO AS TO PROVIDE A SEPARATE PENALTY FOR ARSON OF A BUILDING OF WORSHIP.

H. 4818 -- Reps. Harrison, Sheheen, Whatley, Tucker, Spearman, Rice, Herdklotz, Seithel, Young-Brickell, Stuart, Wilkins, Knotts, Klauber, Wofford, Fleming, Chamblee, D. Smith, Sandifer, Cain, Riser, Meacham, Cato, Robinson, H. Brown and Wright: A BILL TO AMEND SECTION 20-7-600, AS AMENDED, CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, RELATING TO TAKING A CHILD INTO CUSTODY FOR VIOLATING THE LAW, SO AS TO INCLUDE AN ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT FOR DETENTION IN A SECURE JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITY AND TO PROVIDE SPECIFIC TIME FRAMES FOR REVIEW OF A JUVENILE IN A DETENTION FACILITY; TO AMEND SECTION 20-7-780, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO CONFIDENTIALITY OF JUVENILE RECORDS, FINGERPRINTS, AND PHOTOGRAPHS, SO AS TO EXPAND THE CIRCUMSTANCES UNDER WHICH A JUVENILE MAY BE FINGERPRINTED AND TO EXPAND THE USE OF FINGERPRINTS; AND TO AMEND SECTION 20-7-2170, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO COMMITMENT OF CHILDREN TO THE DEPARTMENT OF JUVENILE JUSTICE AND TRANSFER TO THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, SO AS TO EXPAND THE CONDITIONS UNDER WHICH THE COURT MAY WAIVE THE TEMPORARY COMMITMENT OF A CHILD TO THE DEPARTMENT FOR EVALUATION.

The following Bill was read the third time, passed and, having received three readings in both Houses, it was ordered that the title be changed to that of an Act, and that it be enrolled for ratification.

S. 273 -- Senators Richter, Courtney, Rose, O'Dell, Hayes, Elliott, Reese and Giese: A BILL TO AMEND SECTION 12-37-220, CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, RELATING TO THE ASSESSMENT OF PROPERTY TAXES, SO AS TO PROVIDE THAT SURVIVING SPOUSES OF LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS, AS DEFINED IN SECTION 23-6-400(D)(1), KILLED IN THE LINE OF DUTY SHALL RECEIVE THE SAME PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION AS SURVIVING SPOUSES OF SERVICEMEN KILLED IN THE LINE OF DUTY.

At 10:20 A.M. the House in accordance with the ruling of the SPEAKER adjourned to meet at 12:00 Noon, Tuesday, April 30.

Indicates Matter Stricken
Indicates New Matter

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:

Eternal and never changing God, the Answer to out deepest needs and the Source of our loftiest aspirations, and Who alone can lift our hearts and minds out of our darkest fears, lead us into the light and liberty of Your presence. In our weakness, sustain us; in our strength, discipline us; in our despondency, cheer us; in our doubts, give us the assurance of Your presence. Give us ability for hard tasks, and light when we find ourselves in the valley of despair. May we never doubt Your greatness and goodness, but cling to You with an unwavering faith and an unending confidence.

Lord, in Your mercy, hear our prayer. 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. STODDARD moved that when the House adjourns, it adjourn in memory of Frances L. Willis of Laurens, which was agreed to.

The following was received.
Columbia, S.C., April 25, 1996
Mr. Speaker and Members of the House:

The Senate respectfully informs your Honorable Body that it has appointed Senator Wilson (to replace Senator Stilwell) of the Committee of Conference on the part of the Senate on S. 90:

S. 90 -- Senators Wilson, Rose, Giese and Elliott: A BILL TO AMEND SECTION 16-11-330, AS AMENDED, CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, RELATING TO THE CRIMES OF ARMED ROBBERY AND ATTEMPTED ARMED ROBBERY, SO AS

Received as information.

The following was received.
Columbia, S.C., April 30, 1996
Mr. Speaker and Members of the House:

The Senate respectfully invites your Honorable Body to attend in the Senate Chamber at 1:00 P.M. today for the purpose of Ratifying Acts.

Very respectfully,
President

On motion of Rep. FELDER the invitation was accepted.

April 23, 1996
Mr. Speaker and Members of the House:

I am transmitting herewith an appointment for confirmation. This appointment is made with the "advice and consent of the General Assembly," and is, therefore submitted for your consideration.

Respectfully,
David M. Beasley
Governor

Initial Appointment, State Ethics Commission, with term to commence July 1, 1994, and to expire July 1, 1999:

At-Large:

Mr. Richard Kent Porth, 3 Panorama Drive, Lexington, S.C. 29072 VICE H. Bowen Woodruff (resigned)

The following was received from the Senate.

Columbia, S.C., April 25, 1996
Mr. Speaker and Members of the House:

The Senate respectfully informs your Honorable Body that it nonconcurs in the amendments proposed by the House to S. 1117:

S. 1117 -- Education Committee: A BILL TO AMEND TITLE 59, CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, RELATING TO EDUCATION, BY ADDING CHAPTER 144 SO AS TO ENACT THE "PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITIES ASSISTANCE ACT", TO MAKE FUNDS AVAILABLE TO CONSTRUCT AND RENOVATE PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITIES, AND TO AUTHORIZE THE ISSUANCE OF SCHOOL REVENUE BONDS FOR SPECIFIED PURPOSES IN CONNECTION THEREWITH.
Very respectfully,
President

On motion of Rep. TOWNSEND, the House insisted upon its amendments.

Whereupon, the Chair appointed Reps. TOWNSEND, STILLE and VAUGHN to the Committee of Conference on the part of the House and a message was ordered sent to the Senate accordingly.

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

Document No. 1986
Promulgated By Board of Education
43-201.2. School Grants (Repeal)
Received By Speaker April 25, 1996
Referred to House Committee on Education and Public Works
120 Day Review Expiration Date August 23, 1996
(Subject to Sine Die Revision)

Document No. 1988
Promulgated By Board of Education
43-201.5. Competitive School Innovation Grants Program (Repeal)
Received By Speaker April 26, 1996
Referred to House Committee on Education and Public Works
120 Day Review Expiration Date August 24, 1996
(Subject to Sine Die Revision)

Document No. 1990
Promulgated By Board of Education
43-166. Student and School Safety (Amend)
Received By Speaker April 26, 1996
Referred to House Committee on Education and Public Works
120 Day Review Expiration Date August 24, 1996

Document No. 1991
Promulgated By Board of Education
43-170. Annual Budget Deadlines and Schedules (Repeal)
Received By Speaker April 26, 1996
Referred to House Committee on Education and Public Works
120 Day Review Expiration Date August 24, 1996

Document No. 1992
Promulgated By Board of Education
43-171. State Aid (Repeal)
Received By Speaker April 26, 1996
Referred to House Committee on Education and Public Works
120 Day Review Expiration Date August 24, 1996
(Subject to Sine Die Revision)

Document No. 1994
Promulgated By Board of Education
43-173. Financial Reports and Statements (Repeal)
Received By Speaker April 26, 1996
Referred to House Committee on Education and Public Works
120 Day Review Expiration Date August 24, 1996
(Subject to Sine Die Revision)

Document No. 1995
Promulgated By Board of Education
43-174. Accounting and Reporting Inventories (Repeal)
Received By Speaker April 26, 1996
Referred to House Committee on Education and Public Works
120 Day Review Expiration Date August 24, 1996
(Subject to Sine Die Revision)

Document No. 1996
Promulgated By Board of Education
43-175. Audits (Repeal)
Received By Speaker April 26, 1996
Referred to House Committee on Education and Public Works
120 Day Review Expiration Date August 24, 1996
(Subject to Sine Die Revision)

Document No. 1997
Promulgated By Board of Education
43-269. Criteria for the Promotion of Students to the Next Higher Grade (Repeal)
Received By Speaker April 26, 1996
Referred to House Committee on Education and Public Works
120 Day Review Expiration Date August 24, 1996
(Subject to Sine Die Revision)

Document No. 1999
Promulgated By Board of Education
43-182. Emergency Drills (Repeal)
Received By Speaker April 26, 1996
Referred to House Committee on Education and Public Works
120 Day Review Expiration Date August 24, 1996
(Subject to Sine Die Revision)

Document No. 2000
Promulgated By Board of Education
43-184. Student Transportation Management (Repeal)
Received By Speaker April 26, 1996
Referred to House Committee on Education and Public Works
120 Day Review Expiration Date August 24, 1996
(Subject to Sine Die Revision)

Document No. 2001
Promulgated By Board of Education
43-185. Bus Conduct (Repeal)
Received By Speaker April 29, 1996
Referred to House Committee on Education and Public Works
120 Day Review Expiration Date August 27, 1996
(Subject to Sine Die Revision)

Document No. 2002
Promulgated By Board of Education
43-186. Student Transportation Records (Repeal)
Received By Speaker April 29, 1996
Referred to House Committee on Education and Public Works
120 Day Review Expiration Date August 27, 1996
(Subject to Sine Die Revision)

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