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I would like to be placed on record as being opposed to H. 4360.

Rep. GILDA COBB-HUNTER

I would like to be placed on record as being opposed to H. 4360.

Rep. LUCILLE S. WHIPPER

Rep. KELLEY moved that the House recur to the morning hour, which was agreed to.

The following Bills were introduced, read the first time, and referred to appropriate committees:

H. 4586 -- Rep. Kelley: A BILL TO AMEND THE CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, BY ADDING SECTION 8-17-375 SO AS TO ESTABLISH A SEPARATE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE FOR DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION EMPLOYEES EXEMPTED FROM THE GENERAL STATE EMPLOYEES GRIEVANCE PROCESS; BY ADDING SECTION 57-1-360 SO AS TO DIRECT THE COMMISSION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO FOSTER THE CREATION OF PRIVATE/PUBLIC PARTNERSHIPS

Referred to Committee on Education and Public Works.

H. 4587 -- Reps. Jennings, J. Harris and Kinon: A BILL TO CREATE THE MARLBORO COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BOARD, PROVIDE FOR THE APPOINTMENT AND TERMS OF THE MEMBERS, POWERS, AND MEETINGS OF THE BOARD; AND REPEAL ACT 280 OF 1957 RELATING TO THE CREATION OF THE MARLBORO COUNTY INDUSTRIAL AND AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT BOARD.

On motion of Rep. JENNINGS, with unanimous consent, the Bill was ordered placed on the Calendar without reference.

H. 4588 -- Reps. Keyserling, Whatley, G. Brown, Wilder, S. Whipper, Lloyd, J. Hines, McCraw, Canty, L. Whipper, J. Brown, Byrd, M. Hines and Phillips: A BILL TO AMEND SECTION 17-1-40, CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, RELATING TO DESTRUCTION OF CRIMINAL RECORDS AFTER DISCHARGE, DISMISSAL, OR FINDING OF INNOCENCE OF A PERSON, SO AS TO REQUIRE THE PRESIDING JUDGE TO ISSUE AN ORDER TO THE MUNICIPAL, COUNTY, OR STATE LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY THAT INITIATED THE ACTION AGAINST THE PERSON TO DESTROY THE PERSON'S CRIMINAL RECORD AND TO SEND A COPY OF THE ORDER TO THE PERSON AGAINST WHOM THE CHARGES WERE BROUGHT, AND TO REQUIRE THE LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY TO INFORM THE PERSON THAT HIS CRIMINAL RECORD HAS BEEN DESTROYED.

Referred to Committee on Judiciary.

H. 4589 -- Reps. Limehouse, Hallman, Cotty, Hutson, Fulmer, Felder, Knotts and Witherspoon: A BILL TO AMEND SECTION 56-5-1210,

Referred to Committee on Judiciary.

Rep. J. BROWN moved that the House do now adjourn, which was adopted.

At 10:55 A.M. the House in accordance with the motion of Rep. CROMER adjourned in memory of Sara Niske of Columbia, 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:

Our Father God, with a new day more opportunities come from Your good and gracious hand. Keep us aware that each of us has an important part to play in the business of this day. As we go forward in it, may its fleeting hours remind us that life is too short to be little. So upon those who have been entrusted with leadership in government, pour, we pray, a double portion of Your guidance and wisdom. Make us worthy of the past and equal to the present.

Undergird us with Your strength, and keep clear before us Your beckoning hand. We pray to a good and gracious God. 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. 4267 -- Reps. Cato and A. Young: A BILL TO AMEND THE CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, BY ADDING SECTION 38-73-515 SO AS TO PROVIDE THAT INSURERS ISSUING A WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE POLICY SHALL OFFER, AS A PART OF THE POLICY OR AS AN OPTIONAL ENDORSEMENT TO THE POLICY, DEDUCTIBLES OPTIONAL TO THE POLICYHOLDER FOR BENEFITS PAYABLE UNDER TITLE 42, WORKERS' COMPENSATION, AND PROVIDE FOR RELATED AND INCIDENTAL MATTERS.

H. 4369 -- Reps. Cato, Kirsh, Riser, Vaughn and Meacham: A BILL TO AMEND THE CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, BY ADDING SECTION 41-39-40 SO AS TO PROVIDE FOR THE VOLUNTARY WITHHOLDING OF STATE AND FEDERAL INCOME TAXES FROM UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION.

At 10:15 A.M. the House in accordance with the ruling of the SPEAKER adjourned to meet at 12:00 Noon, Tuesday, February 13.

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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:

Our Father God, Who knows every secret of our hearts - all that we fear and all for which we hope - draw near to us in these moments of prayer and remain close to us throughout this day. Compel us to be fair and just in all our dealings. Make our motives above suspicion. Cause us to make our word our bond. Let us be kind in our criticism of others and slow to judge, knowing that some day we will be judged by Him to Whom all hearts are open and from Whom no secrets are hidden.

So be with us this day and every day as we travel the journey of life. 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. ALLISON moved that when the House adjourns, it adjourn in memory of Coley B. Prather, relative of Rep. LANFORD, of Socastee, which was agreed to.

February 12, 1996
Mr. Speaker and Members of the House:

I am hereby returning without my signature H. 3161, R. 230, an Act:

TO AMEND ACT 388 OF 1969, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO THE CREATION OF THE GLENDALE AREA FIRE DISTRICT IN SPARTANBURG COUNTY, SO AS TO INCREASE THE BOARD OF FIRE CONTROL FROM THREE TO FIVE.

For the above reason, I am returning H. 3161, R. 230, without my signature.

Sincerely,
David M. Beasley

The SPEAKER ordered the veto printed in the Journal.

February 12, 1996
Mr. Speaker and Members of the House:

I am hereby returning without my signature H. 4473, R. 237, an Act:

TO AMEND ACT 879 OF 1960, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO THE CREATION OF THE CROFT FIRE DISTRICT IN SPARTANBURG COUNTY, SO AS TO INCREASE THE BOARD OF FIRE CONTROL FROM THREE TO FIVE AND DECREASE FROM SIX TO FOUR YEARS THE LENGTH OF THE TERM OF THE COMMISSIONERS.

This veto is based upon my belief that H. 4473, R. 237 of 1996, is unconstitutional. Article VIII, Section 7 of the South Carolina Constitution states that "[n]o laws for a specific county shall be enacted."

For the above reason, I am returning H. 4473, R. 237, without my signature.

Sincerely,
David M. Beasley

The SPEAKER ordered the veto printed in the Journal.

February 12, 1996
Mr. Speaker and Members of the House:

I am hereby returning without my signature H. 4217, R. 233, an Act:

TO REPEAL ACT 467 OF 1969 RELATING TO EXTENDING THE JURISDICTION OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF THE TOWN OF JEFFERSON IN CHESTERFIELD COUNTY TO INCLUDE CERTAIN AREAS OUTSIDE THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF JEFFERSON.

This veto is based upon my belief that H. 4217, R. 233 of 1996, is unconstitutional. Article VIII, Section 10 of the South Carolina Constitution states that "[n]o laws for a specific municipality shall be enacted."

For the above reason, I am returning H. 4217, R. 233, without my signature.

Sincerely,
David M. Beasley

The SPEAKER ordered the veto printed in the Journal.

The following was received.
Columbia, S.C., February 8, 1996
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. 870:

S. 870 -- Senators Leventis and Land: A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION TO REQUEST THE SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO DESIGNATE AND NAME THE BRIDGE ON PINEWOOD ROAD AT ITS INTERSECTION WITH McCRAY'S MILL ROAD IN SUMTER IN HONOR OF R. J. CHIC MATHIS HIGHWAY.
Very respectfully,
President

Received as information.

The following were taken up for immediate consideration and accepted.

May 26, 1995
The Honorable Rick Quinn
Chairman, House Invitations Committee
503-A Blatt Building
Columbia, South Carolina 29201

Dear Rep. Quinn:

I am writing to request that the South Carolina Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers' Annual Legislative Reception be placed on the House of Representatives Calendar. The reception is scheduled for Wednesday, March 6, 1996, from 6:30 - 9:00 P.M. at Columbia's Adam's Mark Hotel at the corner of Main and Hampton Streets.

We are looking forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,
Marvin M. Bryant, Chair
Symposium Planning Committee

June 21, 1995
The Honorable Rick Quinn
Chairman, House Invitations Committee
503-A Blatt Building
Columbia, South Carolina 29201

Dear Rep. Quinn:

I am writing to say the SCSBA would like to be put on the House Calendar for Wednesday, March 6, 1996, for a Day at the Capitol. School board members, superintendents and others will be visiting the capitol in the morning, and the legislators are invited to return with them to the Capital City Club for lunch.

Please send confirmation.

Sincerely,
Ora Lee Davidson
Secretary to General Counsel

Dear Rep. Quinn:

On behalf of the 9,000 members of the South Carolina Association of Realtors, I would like to invite the members of the House of Representatives to our annual Mid-Day Capitol Conference Legislative Reception on Wednesday, March 13, 1996, at the Adam's Mark Hotel. This reception will begin immediately after the House recesses for lunch at about 12:45 P.M. and last until 2:30 P.M.

We ask that you please include this event on the House Calendar, and we look forward to having the members of the House join us.

Sincerely,
Jeannine B. Kees, President

August 25, 1995
The Honorable Rick Quinn
Chairman, House Invitations Committee
503-A Blatt Building
Columbia, South Carolina 29201

Dear Rep. Quinn:

The South Carolina Probate Judges' Association is pleased to extend this invitation to members of the House of Representatives to attend a reception in honor of all members of the legislature. The reception will be from 6:00 to 7:00 P.M. on Tuesday, March 5, 1996, at the Adam's Mark Hotel in Columbia.

I would appreciate your placing this event on the official House Calendar, and I look forward to seeing you in March.

Very truly yours,
William J. Wylie, Jr.

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