COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL

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1 COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2013 SESSION OF TH OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY No. 67 HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The House convened at 11 a.m., e.d.t. THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE (JOHN MAHER) PRESIDING PRAYER The SPEAKER pro tempore. The prayer will be offered by Bishop James Darrell Robinson, Yesha Ministries, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. BISHOP JAMES DARRELL ROBINSON, Guest Chaplain of the House of Representatives, offered the following prayer: Let us pray: Dear God and Father, we thank You for this great opportunity to gather in this great House. We pray, God, that Your spirit would guide us and lead us. We pray, God, that You would give us wisdom in this session and in our government. Lord, we pray that You would come in and fix the unfixable; move, God, the unmovable. God, we need You to fix things that we are not capable of fixing. We pray, God, that You would touch every Representative and touch every public official. We pray, God, that You would give us strength, Lord God, to handle all those difficult issues. Lord, we are facing issues not just on the State level but on the government level and, Lord, we need to implore Your wisdom once again. Lord, help us to come together. Help our hearts and our minds to meet. Father, we need wisdom. Lord, You said if any man lacks wisdom, let them ask You. We are asking You, Lord God, to give us the wisdom so that we might deal with our transportation issues, God, wisdom that we might deal with our educational issues, wisdom, God, that we might deal with the violence and that we might deal with those things, Lord God, that are destroying our communities. We pray, God, that You might touch our leaders, God, and give them the ability to work together. We need peace, Lord. We need peace in our hearts. We need peace in our minds. We need peace in the White House. We need peace in this House. We need peace in the houses of America, God. Give us this peace that we need. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by members and visitors.) JOURNAL APPROVAL POSTPONED The SPEAKER pro tempore. Without objection, the approval of the Journal of Monday, October 21, 2013, will be postponed until printed. BILLS REPORTED FROM COMMITTEES, CONSIDERED FIRST TIME, AND TABLED HB 207, PN 2558 (Amended) By Rep. MARSICO An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for autopsies. JUDICIARY. HB 710, PN 2559 (Amended) By Rep. MARSICO An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, further providing for authority to control, for liquefied ammonia gas, precursors and chemicals and for promulgation of regulations. JUDICIARY. HB 1154, PN 1411 By Rep. MARSICO An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, further providing for the offenses of harassment, stalking and threat to use weapons of mass destruction. JUDICIARY. HB 1334, PN 2556 (Amended) By Rep. DiGIROLAMO An Act amending the act of September 9, 1965 (P.L.497, No.251), known as the Newborn Child Testing Act, providing for Newborn Child Screening Program Account, for newborn child screening fee and for mandated screening and follow-up. HUMAN SERVICES. HB 1420, PN 2557 (Amended) By Rep. DiGIROLAMO An Act providing for newborn child pulse oximetry screening. HUMAN SERVICES. HB 1654, PN 2274 By Rep. DiGIROLAMO An Act amending the act of September 9, 1965 (P.L.497, No.251), known as the Newborn Child Testing Act, further providing for newborn child screening and follow-up program.

2 1808 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL HOUSE OCTOBER 22 HUMAN SERVICES. HB 1662, PN 2560 (Amended) By Rep. MARSICO An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in dispositions independent of letters, further providing for payments to family and funeral directors. JUDICIARY. HB 1747, PN 2555 (Amended) By Rep. TAYLOR An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for definitions, for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions, for retail dispensers' restrictions on purchases and sales, for breweries and for unlawful acts relative to liquor, malt and brewed beverages and licensees. LIQUOR CONTROL. HB 1778, PN 2540 By Rep. MARSICO An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in judicial boards and commissions, further providing for composition of jury selection commission; in facilities and supplies, further providing for county judicial center or courthouse; and, in juries and jurors, further providing for challenging compliance with selection procedures. JUDICIARY. SB 731, PN 1514 (Amended) By Rep. MARSICO An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for burglary, for robbery, for grading of theft offenses and for the offense of retail theft. JUDICIARY. BILL REPORTED AND REREFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION HB 1261, PN 1614 By Rep. MARSICO An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, further providing for aggravated assault. Reported from Committee on JUDICIARY with request that it be rereferred to Committee on TRANSPORTATION. The SPEAKER. Without objection, the bill will be so rereferred. BILL REPORTED AND REREFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON CONSUMER AFFAIRS SB 688, PN 672 By Rep. MARSICO An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, defining the offense of theft of secondary metal; and prescribing penalties. Reported from Committee on JUDICIARY with request that it be rereferred to Committee on CONSUMER AFFAIRS. The SPEAKER. Without objection, the bill will be so rereferred. SENATE MESSAGE RECESS RESOLUTION FOR CONCURRENCE The clerk of the Senate, being introduced, presented the following extract from the Journal of the Senate, which was read as follows: In the Senate, October 21, 2013 RESOLVED, (the House of Representatives concurring), Pursuant to Article II, Section 14 of the Pennsylvania Constitution, that when the Senate recesses this week, it reconvene on Tuesday, November 12, 2013, unless sooner recalled by the President Pro Tempore of the Senate; and be it further RESOLVED, Pursuant to Article II, Section 14 of the Pennsylvania Constitution, that when the House of Representatives recesses this week, it reconvene on Tuesday, November 12, 2013, unless sooner recalled by the Speaker of the House of Representatives. Ordered, That the clerk present the same to the House of Representatives for its concurrence. Will the House concur in the resolution of the Senate? Resolution was concurred in. Ordered, That the clerk inform the Senate accordingly. HOUSE BILLS INTRODUCED AND REFERRED No By Representatives KNOWLES, CUTLER, CAUSER, DUNBAR, ROCK, KAUFFMAN, AUMENT, METCALFE, SONNEY, BARRAR, EVERETT, HESS, LUCAS, GIBBONS, MILLARD, MOUL, OBERLANDER, MARSICO, R. MILLER, M. K. KELLER, SWANGER, FEE, BLOOM, TALLMAN, BENNINGHOFF, COX, SANKEY, GILLEN, GOODMAN, FARRY, MENTZER, MICOZZIE and DENLINGER An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in public assistance, further providing for eligibility for persons with drug-related felonies. Referred to Committee on HUMAN SERVICES, October 22, No By Representatives METCALFE, ROCK, BLOOM, GROVE, O'BRIEN, SACCONE, BARRAR, TALLMAN, LAWRENCE, EVERETT, GILLEN and MCGINNIS An Act imposing limitations on political subdivisions relating to the increase of real property taxes. Referred to Committee on FINANCE, October 22, 2013.

3 2013 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL HOUSE 1809 No By Representatives CONKLIN, SANKEY, V. BROWN, BROWNLEE, CLAY, COHEN, D. COSTA, DAVIDSON, DAVIS, DeLUCA, HAGGERTY, KIRKLAND, KORTZ, KULA, MAHONEY, MOLCHANY, MURT, NEILSON, PASHINSKI, SCHLOSSBERG, SWANGER, TRUITT and WATSON An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in protection from abuse, further providing for relief; and making editorial changes. Referred to Committee on JUDICIARY, October 22, No By Representatives SCHLOSSBERG, BISHOP, NEILSON, HAGGERTY, FARINA, MILLARD, SANTARSIERO, SCHREIBER, BIZZARRO, ROZZI, FLYNN, SNYDER, HARKINS, MURT, MCNEILL, BROWNLEE, CLYMER, SABATINA, KINSEY, READSHAW, MULLERY, WHITE, THOMAS, V. BROWN and D. COSTA An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions, for registry and for public Internet website; and providing for requirement for individuals using social networking websites. Referred to Committee on JUDICIARY, October 22, No By Representatives MASSER, EMRICK, HENNESSEY, ROZZI, LUCAS, MUSTIO, MILLARD, HEFFLEY, SONNEY, FARINA, SCHLEGEL CULVER, DiGIROLAMO, KAUFFMAN, KORTZ, KAVULICH, HAHN, O'NEILL, STERN, KULA, CALTAGIRONE, MAJOR, C. HARRIS, COHEN, TOBASH, EVERETT, MURT, ROCK, SANKEY, MIRABITO, BENNINGHOFF, YOUNGBLOOD, MILNE, GINGRICH, BROOKS and HARHART An Act designating Route 11 in Montour County as Veterans Highway. Referred to Committee on TRANSPORTATION, October 22, No By Representatives SNYDER, HAGGERTY, COHEN, BRIGGS, GROVE, MUSTIO, P. COSTA, O'BRIEN, PASHINSKI, CARROLL, GOODMAN, KULA, MAHONEY, KORTZ, MIRABITO, NEUMAN, FREEMAN, MUNDY, D. COSTA, REESE, OBERLANDER, CALTAGIRONE, MOLCHANY, DELISSIO, GIBBONS, KIRKLAND, KIM and EVERETT An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, further providing for authorization of hotel tax. Referred to Committee on TOURISM AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT, October 22, No By Representatives STEPHENS, VEREB, SCHLOSSBERG, ROZZI, COHEN, SWANGER, GODSHALL, WATSON, MURT, REED, DELOZIER, HARPER, SAYLOR and PARKER An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in preemptions, providing for protection for victims of crime. Referred to Committee on LOCAL GOVERNMENT, October 22, No By Representatives TOBASH and MAHER An Act amending Title 3 (Agriculture) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in weights and measures, further providing for potatoes. Referred to Committee on AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS, October 22, No By Representatives YOUNGBLOOD, CRUZ, O'BRIEN, V. BROWN, BROWNLEE, COHEN, WATSON, CALTAGIRONE, KINSEY, THOMAS, HARPER, W. KELLER, McGEEHAN and PASHINSKI An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for establishment of State Gaming Fund and net slot machine revenue distribution. Referred to Committee on GAMING OVERSIGHT, October 22, SENATE BILLS FOR CONCURRENCE The clerk of the Senate, being introduced, presented the following bills for concurrence: SB 1046, PN 1304 Referred to Committee on LOCAL GOVERNMENT, October 22, SB 1081, PN 1354 Referred to Committee on LOCAL GOVERNMENT, October 22, SB 1082, PN 1355 Referred to Committee on LOCAL GOVERNMENT, October 22, SB 1090, PN 1423 Referred to Committee on GAME AND FISHERIES, October 22, LEAVES OF ABSENCE The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from York County, the majority whip, Representative Saylor, who requests a leave of absence for the Representative from Schuylkill County, Representative KNOWLES, for the day. Without objection, the leave is so granted.

4 1810 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL HOUSE OCTOBER 22 The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Clinton County, who reports that there are no requests for leave from the Democratic side of the aisle. The Chair thanks the gentleman. Knowles LEAVES CANCELED 1 MASTER ROLL CALL The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair is about to take the master roll call. The Chair will proceed with the master roll call. Members will proceed to vote. PRESENT 201 Adolph English Kirkland Petri ADDITIONS 0 EXCUSED 1 The SPEAKER pro tempore. The yeas are 201; the nays are zero. A quorum is present. GUESTS INTRODUCED The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair will be proceeding with recognizing some special guests today. Located to the left of the Speaker, a guest of Representative Jordan Harris, is former State Representative but now Philadelphia Councilman Kenyatta Johnson. Representative, welcome back to the hall of the House or the hallway behind the House, as the case may be. Also located to the left of the rostrum is the Greene County Fair Queen, Chelsey Wilson. Chelsey is here today with her mother, Amy Wilson. They are guests of Representative Snyder. Welcome to the hall of the House. Also to the left of the rostrum, the Chair welcomes Nicole McCord, who was recently chosen as the very first York County Fair Queen. Nicole is seated with her mother, Trudy Grove; and her grandparents, Daniel and Judy Grove. Welcome to the hall of the House. And seated in the rear are the York County Fair's general manager, Michael Froehlich; and the fair board president, Gene Schenck, who are old friends, and welcome to the hall of the House. They are guests of Representative Saylor. Also in the rear of the House, the Chair welcomes Dawn Wolford and her son, Aidan. They are guests of Representative Simmons. Welcome. Also in the rear of the House, the Chair welcomes Taylor Lindline, an intern with Representative Rozzi. Welcome. Located in the well of the House, the Chair welcomes guest page Austin Ellis, a senior at Octorara High School. Austin is here with his father, Stephen Ellis, who is seated in the rear of the House. They are guests of Representative Lawrence. Welcome. Located in the rear of the House, the Chair welcomes members of the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity. They are guests today of Representative Kinsey. Welcome. In the rear of the House, we also welcome Eugene Ruddy, a Dunmore police officer. With him is fellow officer Bill Bonavoglia. They are guests of Representative Haggerty. Welcome to the hall of the House. The Chair also welcomes the family of Brian Brown, the former police chief of Bell Acres Borough in Allegheny County. We are pleased to welcome his wife, Dawn; sons Brian and Alexander; his parents, Stanley and Judith Brown; and his aunt, Joyce Clayton. They are guests of Representative Matzie. Welcome. FILMING PERMISSION The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair would like to share, for the information of the members, that permission is being granted to photographer Sue Mills to, beyond the House floor, take still photos until the conclusion of remarks, in connection with HR 492. Knowles

5 2013 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL HOUSE 1811 UNCONTESTED CALENDAR RESOLUTIONS PURSUANT TO RULE 35 Mr. D. COSTA called up HR 369, PN 2044, entitled: A Resolution recognizing October 29, 2013, as "Psoriasis Day" in Pennsylvania on behalf of the many individuals who suffer from psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Mr. KINSEY called up HR 492, PN 2451, entitled: A Resolution designating October 22, 2013, as "Kappa Alpha Psi Day" in Pennsylvania. Mr. PETRI called up HR 515, PN 2532, entitled: A Resolution designating the month of October 2013 as "Dysautonomia Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania. Will the House adopt the resolutions? YEAS 201 Adolph English Kirkland Petri Knowles NAYS 0 EXCUSED 1 The majority having voted in the affirmative, the question was determined in the affirmative and the resolutions were adopted. STATEMENT BY MR. KINSEY The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair would like to recognize Representative Kinsey, who would like to speak under unanimous consent in connection with HR 492, which was just adopted. FILMING PERMISSION The SPEAKER pro tempore. Prior to proceeding with Representative Kinsey, the Chair would like to interject that permission has been granted to James E. Andrews to undertake still photography on the floor of the House until HR 492's comments are completed. STATEMENT BY MR. KINSEY CONTINUED The SPEAKER pro tempore. Representative Kinsey, you are in order to proceed. Thank you. Mr. KINSEY. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I want to thank my colleagues for their unanimous support of HR 492 recognizing October 22, 2013, as "Kappa Alpha Psi Day" in the State of Pennsylvania. Headquartered in Philadelphia, with more than 600 graduate and undergraduate chapters across the nation and the world, Kappa Alpha Psi operates programs ranging from youth mentoring, college preparation, and senior support services through their Guide Right program. Kappa Alpha Psi was founded on January 5, 1911, by 10 Black students at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana. Originally known as Kappa Alpha Nu, the name was changed in Kappa Alpha Psi is a major supporter of the United Negro College Fund, Habitat for Humanity, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. In addition, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity is a member of the National Pan-Hellenic Council and the North-American Interfraternity Conference. Mr. Speaker, I have been a member of Kappa Alpha Psi for over 30 years, and I am proud to speak today of the virtues of this great organization. I want to thank the brothers who came

6 1812 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL HOUSE OCTOBER 22 out today, the brothers who took time out of their busy schedule to be here today as we honor Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity. The motto of Kappa Alpha Psi is "Phi Nu Pi." Achievement in every field of human endeavor is our goal. Keeping with this theme, Mr. Speaker, Kappa Alpha Psi has consistently advanced the ideas of its founding members with achievers in the fields of science, arts, education, sports, entertainment, and yes, politics; members such as the late Ralph Abernathy, Wilt Chamberlain, Arthur Ashe, Rev. Leon Sullivan, Tavis Smiley, Cedric the Entertainer, just to name a few. As role models and mentors in our community, Kappa Alpha Psi members are keenly aware of the importance in their mission. Whenever you come across a Kappa man, you will find a deep-rooted commitment to community, family, and intellectual advancement. Their work is truly evident in all reaches of human achievement. For that and more it is my humble privilege to offer Kappa Alpha Psi Day. So I want to thank my colleagues. Thank you, Mr. Speaker, and I want to thank my brothers from Kappa Alpha Psi. Thank you very much. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair thanks the gentleman. STATEMENT BY MR. PETRI The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under unanimous consent, the Chair recognizes the gentleman from Bucks County, Representative Petri, for remarks concerning HR 515 that was just adopted. Mr. PETRI. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I would like to thank the members for recognizing October 2013 as "Dysautonomia Awareness Month." This disease is an umbrella term which includes a number of malfunctions of the autoimmune system and the automatic nervous system. It can show up as either a primary or a secondary issue and affects respiration, heart rate, blood pressure, digestion, and temperature control. Mr. Speaker, one of my constituents is one of the 12 million people who have been identified as having an even more unique disease, and that is postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome. There is currently no cure, and today we are recognizing awareness of this debilitating disease. Mr. Speaker, it has been said that in the next 10 years we will have more discoveries related to medical cures than we have had in the last 100 years. So our medical research in Pennsylvania is top-notch, but it starts with awareness, and I want to thank the members for making me aware and making each other aware of this rare disease. Thank you. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair thanks the gentleman. CALENDAR RESOLUTIONS PURSUANT TO RULE 35 Mr. HAGGERTY called up HR 509, PN 2518, entitled: A Resolution recognizing Patrol Officer Eugene J. Ruddy of Dunmore Borough, Lackawanna County, for his record of service to this Commonwealth. Will the House adopt the resolution? The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman, Representative Haggerty, on the question of HR 509. Mr. HAGGERTY. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Thank you for having these two fine gentlemen here today, Officer Gene Ruddy and Patrolman Bill Bonavoglia, and their families. Mr. Speaker, on September 21 at 2 a.m., Gene Ruddy was patrolling the town of Dunmore, as he does most nights, and he smelled smoke and turned around to an apartment complex. When he got out of his vehicle and returned to the apartment complex, he saw a fire that was out of control. He was all alone. Officer Ruddy immediately entered the building. When the firefighters arrived on the scene, 10 minutes after they arrived they said that the heat inside was at a temperature of over 1,000 degrees. Mr. Ruddy was in there all alone in complete darkness, crawling through hallways, hearing voices. He saved eight people that evening. Mr. Speaker, he saved an infant and he saved an 8-year-old child. At home that night Mr. Ruddy and Mr. Bonavoglia's families were sleeping an 8-year-old child, a 9-year-old, and a 2-year-old child. These officers went above and beyond the call of duty, and I would like all of the State Representatives here today who served in law enforcement to say thank you to you for everything you have done, and for the more than 100 cosponsors that you gave to Officer Gene Ruddy and Officer Bill Bonavoglia for their call above and beyond. Thank you so much. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair thanks the gentleman. On the question recurring, Will the House adopt the resolution? YEAS 201 Adolph English Kirkland Petri

7 2013 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL HOUSE 1813 Knowles NAYS 0 EXCUSED 1 The majority having voted in the affirmative, the question was determined in the affirmative and the resolution was adopted. Mr. GREINER called up HR 521, PN 2537, entitled: A Resolution honoring the historic achievement of preserving 100,000 acres of farmland in Lancaster County and expressing gratitude for the hard work of members of the Lancaster County Agricultural Preserve Board, Lancaster Farmland Trust and the community for supporting ongoing preservation efforts. Will the House adopt the resolution? The SPEAKER pro tempore. On the question of the resolution, the Chair recognizes the prime sponsor, the gentleman from Lancaster County, Representative Greiner. Mr. GREINER. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ask my colleagues here in the House for passage of HR 521, and more importantly, to thank those countless individuals who have donated their time, talents, and efforts to preserve farmland in Lancaster County. Today marks a historic milestone: 100,000 acres of farmland preserved in Lancaster County, the first county in the entire country to accomplish such a task. Agriculture is at the heart of my district and it is at the heart of so many of our districts across the Commonwealth, and it is truly the soul of Lancaster County. Each year our farmers in Lancaster add over $1 billion to our local economy and are responsible for feeding millions of people. Seven million tourists from across the nation and world come to appreciate our agricultural heritage in Lancaster County. Farmland preservation is a noble cause, one deserving of our attention here in Harrisburg and in our home districts. I am proud to be a supporter at the personal level. We are truly blessed in Lancaster County to have such a dedicated staff at the Agricultural Preserve Board, the Farmland Trust, as well as countless other people who support and continue to preserve our agricultural heritage. We thank and honor them for reaching a truly remarkable milestone of 100,000 acres of farmland preservation in Lancaster County. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair thanks the gentleman. On the question recurring, Will the House adopt the resolution? YEAS 201 Adolph English Kirkland Petri

8 1814 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL HOUSE OCTOBER 22 Knowles NAYS 0 EXCUSED 1 The majority having voted in the affirmative, the question was determined in the affirmative and the resolution was adopted. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair is about to take up two condolence resolutions and urges members at this time to please take your seats. Ms. YOUNGBLOOD called up HR 505, PN 2482, entitled: A Resolution expressing condolences on the death of William Herbert Gray, III of Philadelphia, and honoring his life and contributions to the citizens of this Commonwealth. Will the House adopt the resolution? The SPEAKER pro tempore. On the question of the resolution, the Chair recognizes the gentlelady, Representative Youngblood. Ms. YOUNGBLOOD. Mr. Speaker, I am going to keep my remarks brief. Most of what I would like to say has already been said previously when we had the Hon. William H. Gray here in the House of Representatives. Bill Gray was a legend in his time. We were fortunate to have had an opportunity to walk in the light that he cast for all humanity. I am grateful that this House had the privilege to honor Rev. Congressman William H. Gray last year while he was still with us to express to him personally our gratitude and appreciation. Andrea, Justin, and Andrew, thank you for making this trip to be here today. You know all too well that your husband and father was an inspiration to so many of us, and we know that his legacy did not end but continues through you and your family. I also want to thank Reverend Johnson from Bright Hope Baptist Church for being here today. It is a tough job to follow in the footsteps of a truly inspirational man, but you have accepted the challenge and have continued the good work that Rev. William H. Gray started for the people in Philadelphia. There is no doubt that Reverend Gray will be sorely missed, but we all have the opportunity to continue his work and to walk in the light that he has cast for all humanity. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Thank you very much, Representative Youngblood. As a sign of respect, members and guests will please rise for a moment of silence. (Whereupon, the members of the House and all visitors stood in a moment of silence in solemn respect to the memory of Hon. William H. Gray.) On the question recurring, Will the House adopt the resolution? YEAS 201 Adolph English Kirkland Petri Knowles NAYS 0 EXCUSED 1 The majority having voted in the affirmative, the question was determined in the affirmative and the resolution was adopted.

9 2013 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL HOUSE 1815 GUESTS INTRODUCED The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under unanimous consent, the Chair recognizes Representative Youngblood to introduce members of the family of Representative Gray who were able to be with us today. Ms. YOUNGBLOOD. Mrs. Andrea Gray, this is the wife of the late William H. Gray; Justin Gray, his son; and Andrew Gray, the other son. Thank you. STATEMENT BY MAJORITY LEADER The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the majority leader under unanimous consent. Please proceed. Mr. TURZAI. Thank you, under unanimous consent. Thank you to the Gray family so much for being here today, and we are honored to support this resolution for such a great individual. We know the leadership he showed in moving forward for civil rights and equal rights for every citizen in the United States as a Congressman, as the head of the United Negro College Fund, and in his ministry. Thank you very, very much on behalf of the entire chamber for taking time to be with us on this special occasion. And to Representative Youngblood, we are honored, we are honored to support your resolution. Thank you. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair thanks the gentleman. STATEMENT BY MR. MARKOSEK The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes, also under unanimous consent, the gentleman from Allegheny County, Representative Markosek, in lieu of the minority leader. Mr. MARKOSEK. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. On behalf of Democratic Leader Dermody and the rest of the Democratic Caucus, I, too, would like to wish the family of William Gray our greatest sympathy from our caucus, and certainly thank the lady, Chairman Youngblood, for her efforts in putting together this wonderful resolution to honor the life of such a great man. We are glad that you are here. We are happy that you are here. We wish to see you again under happier circumstances. And we certainly wish, from our caucus, our greatest sympathies to you. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair thanks the gentleman. SUPPLEMENTAL CALENDAR A RESOLUTION PURSUANT TO RULE 35 Mr. MATZIE called up HR 524, PN 2554, entitled: A Resolution expressing condolences on the passing of Brian B. Brown, Police Chief of Bell Acres Borough, Allegheny County, who died on September 7, Will the House adopt the resolution? The SPEAKER pro tempore. On the question of the resolution, the Chair recognizes the gentleman from Allegheny County, Representative Matzie. Mr. MATZIE. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I rise today obviously in support of this resolution to express our condolences as the House of Representatives to the family of Brian Brown, chief of the Bell Acres Police Department, who passed away all too soon on September 7, Chief Brown dedicated his life to serving and protecting the community of Bell Acres and enhancing the quality of life for everyone in the community. He served Bell Acres in their police department for nearly 20 years; first, as a part-time officer before joining the force full-time and eventually working his way to chief. He will be remembered as a devoted family man, a computer whiz, a helpful neighbor, and a fiercely loyal friend. I will always have a reminder of Brian every time I see a red Mustang, because of him driving up and down the hill in his red Mustang. Besides his service to the community through the police department, Chief Brown also was a parishioner of Good Samaritan Catholic Church, a member of the F.O.P. (Fraternal Order of Police), the Masonic Lodge Oakdale No. 669, and the Western Pennsylvania Chiefs' of Police Association. Although he was extremely dedicated to the residents of Bell Acres and its community organizations, there is one group of people he put above all others, and that is his family. Earlier the Speaker recognized his family who is in attendance here today in the rear of the House. Chief Brown leaves his wife, Dawn; his two sons, Brian and Alexander. His parents are here with us today as well, Mr. and Mrs. Brown, and his aunt. He also left behind his maternal grandmother and his many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was a public servant his entire life. Chief Brown served his community and this Commonwealth faithfully, and of course, we are proud to recognize him today all too soon at the young age of 42. Please know, to the family, that personally you are in my thoughts and prayers still and will remain there, and are in the thoughts and prayers of all. While this is a difficult day for you, it is also a day for us to honor his memory, his service, his love of family, and his love of country. I ask for an affirmative vote. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair thanks the gentleman. On the question recurring, Will the House adopt the resolution? YEAS 201 Adolph English Kirkland Petri

10 1816 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL HOUSE OCTOBER 22 Knowles NAYS 0 EXCUSED 1 The majority having voted in the affirmative, the question was determined in the affirmative and the resolution was adopted. BILLS REPORTED FROM COMMITTEE, CONSIDERED FIRST TIME, AND TABLED HB 810, PN 2577 (Amended) By Rep. CLYMER An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for testing for controlled substances for prospective employees. EDUCATION. HB 1734, PN 2442 By Rep. CLYMER An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in interscholastic athletics accountability, further providing for department duties and providing for expiration. EDUCATION. SB 46, PN 1056 By Rep. CLYMER An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in preliminary provisions, providing for employment history review. EDUCATION. STATEMENT BY MR. TALLMAN The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Adams County, Representative Tallman, under unanimous consent. Mr. TALLMAN. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Just real quickly, a lot of you people have been praying for my son. He got home safely from the Middle East late last night, jumped on by his three daughters, and I just appreciate the concern expressed over his year deployment. Thank you. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair thanks the gentleman. GUESTS INTRODUCED The SPEAKER pro tempore. Located in the rear of the House, the Chair welcomes a group of religious leaders representing more than 15,000 residents of Philadelphia. STATEMENT BY MR. HARRIS The SPEAKER pro tempore. And under unanimous consent, the Chair recognizes the gentleman from Philadelphia, Representative Harris. Mr. J. HARRIS. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, today I have the honor of welcoming more than 30 faith leaders who represent churches and mosques throughout my district to Harrisburg to sit in on this session. Later they will be sitting in on the Senate, and they will also be meeting with leadership and learning a whole lot about connecting what we have in Harrisburg to all of the different churches and religious organizations throughout my district. It is important and imperative for me to have them here today, as this group of faith leader represents more than 15,000 of my constituents in the 186th Legislative District. If it had not been, in my opinion, for many of these faith leaders, many of the things that government would not be able to do would not get done in my community. They are more than faith leaders; they are community leaders, and they do a lot of great work throughout the district. So, Mr. Speaker, if it would please the Speaker, I would love for all of the members of the faith community from the 186th District to stand, and I ask that the House welcomes them here. So if we could all stand, in the back. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair thanks the gentleman. Mr. J. HARRIS. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. RULES COMMITTEE MEETING The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the majority leader, the gentleman from Allegheny County, Representative Turzai.

11 2013 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL HOUSE 1817 Mr. TURZAI. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. We will have an immediate meeting of the Rules Committee in the majority leader's office. It is room 110, the majority leader's office, in the conference room, an immediate meeting of Rules. Thank you. The SPEAKER pro tempore. There will be an immediate meeting of the Rules Committee in room 110, majority leader's office. APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Delaware County, the Appropriations chairman, Representative Adolph. Mr. ADOLPH. Thank you very much, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, following the Rules Committee, there will be a House Appropriations Committee meeting in the majority caucus room. Thank you. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair thanks the gentleman. There will be a House Appropriations Committee meeting in the majority caucus room following the Rules Committee meeting. REPUBLICAN CAUCUS The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentlelady, the chair of the Republican Caucus, Representative Major, for an announcement. Ms. MAJOR. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I would like to announce Republicans will caucus at 12:30. I would ask our Republican members to please report to our caucus room at 12:30. We would be prepared to come back on the floor at 2 p.m. Thank you. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair thanks the lady. DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the minority caucus chairman, the gentleman from Allegheny County, Representative Frankel, for an announcement. Mr. FRANKEL. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Democrats will caucus at 12:30. Democrats will caucus at 12:30. FORMER MEMBER WELCOMED The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair would like to extend another greeting to our former colleague from Philadelphia, former Representative Kenyatta Johnson, now Philadelphia councilman. Welcome back to the hall of the House. When we introduced you before, you were in the hallway of the House. Welcome. RECESS The SPEAKER pro tempore. The House will stand in recess until 2 p.m., unless sooner recalled by the Chair. AFTER RECESS The time of recess having expired, the House was called to order. THE SPEAKER (SAMUEL H. SMITH) PRESIDING LEAVE OF ABSENCE CANCELED The SPEAKER. The Speaker returns to leaves of absence and recognizes the presence of the gentleman from Schuylkill County, Mr. Knowles, on the floor of the House. Without objection, his name will be added back to the master roll call. BILLS REREPORTED FROM COMMITTEE HB 890, PN 2553 By Rep. ADOLPH An Act amending the act of April 6, 1937 (P.L.200, No.51), known as the Pawnbrokers License Act, further providing for definitions, for identity of pledger and for pawn ticket; providing for hold orders and related procedures; and further providing for sale of pledge and for penalties. APPROPRIATIONS. HB 1285, PN 2429 By Rep. ADOLPH An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, providing for the State Geospatial Coordinating Board. APPROPRIATIONS. HB 1296, PN 2422 By Rep. ADOLPH An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for burglary. APPROPRIATIONS. HB 1502, PN 2508 By Rep. ADOLPH An Act amending the the act of October 24, 2012, (P.L.1209, No.151), known as the Child Labor Act, further providing for definitions and for occupations and establishment. APPROPRIATIONS. SB 732, PN 1489 By Rep. ADOLPH An Act amending the act of December 22, 1983 (P.L.306, No.84), known as the Board of Vehicles Act, further providing for reimbursement for parts and service and for unlawful acts by manufacturers or distributors. APPROPRIATIONS.

12 1818 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL HOUSE OCTOBER 22 BILL ON CONCURRENCE REPORTED FROM COMMITTEE HB 421, PN 2415 By Rep. TURZAI An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in contributions, further providing for establishment and maintenance of employer's reserve accounts, for relief from charges and for reciprocal agreements; in compensation, further providing for qualifications required to secure compensation and for ineligibility for compensation; in penalties, further providing for false statements and representations to obtain or increase compensation and for recovery and recoupment of compensation; and, in shared-work program, further providing for definitions, for application to approve shared-work plan, for sharedwork plan requirements and for expiration. RULES. CALENDAR CONTINUED BILLS ON SECOND CONSIDERATION The House proceeded to second consideration of HB 1574, PN 2502, entitled: An Act amending the act of December 29, 1972 (P.L.1701, No.364), known as the Health Maintenance Organization Act, further providing for purpose, for definitions, for required services, for board of directors, for contracts with practitioners, hospitals and insurance companies, for right to serve or benefits when outside the state, for supervision and for reports and examinations; and providing for applicability to limited liability companies. Will the House agree to the bill on second consideration? The House proceeded to second consideration of HB 1575, PN 2503, entitled: An Act amending Title 15 (Corporations and Unincorporated Associations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for purposes of limited liability companies. Will the House agree to the bill on second consideration? The House proceeded to second consideration of HB 21, PN 114, entitled: An Act amending the act of July 9, 1976 (P.L.817, No.143), known as the Mental Health Procedures Act, in criminal justice determinations, further providing for incompetence and for procedure. Will the House agree to the bill on second consideration? The House proceeded to second consideration of HB 1529, PN 2039, entitled: An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.103, No.69), known as The Second Class Township Code, further providing for filing and recording of ordinances. Will the House agree to the bill on second consideration? The House proceeded to second consideration of HB 1530, PN 2040, entitled: An Act amending the act of June 24, 1931 (P.L.1206, No.331), known as The First Class Township Code, further providing for filing and recording of ordinances. Will the House agree to the bill on second consideration? The House proceeded to second consideration of HB 1617, PN 2228, entitled: An Act amending the act of May 25, 1945 (P.L.1050, No.394), known as the Local Tax Collection Law, further providing for collection by legal representatives of deceased tax collectors. Will the House agree to the bill on second consideration? The House proceeded to second consideration of HB 1425, PN 1859, entitled: An Act amending the act of May 3, 1933 (P.L.242, No.86), referred to as the Cosmetology Law, providing for authorization of school of cosmetology as institution of postsecondary education. Will the House agree to the bill on second consideration? The House proceeded to second consideration of HB 1426, PN 1860, entitled: An Act amending the act of June 19, 1931 (P.L.589, No.202), referred to as the Barbers' License Law, providing for authorization of barber school as institution of postsecondary education. Will the House agree to the bill on second consideration?

13 2013 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL HOUSE 1819 The House proceeded to second consideration of SB 277, PN 1497, entitled: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for commercial driver's license qualification standards. Will the House agree to the bill on second consideration? The House proceeded to second consideration of HB 1644, PN 2267, entitled: An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in municipal authorities, further providing for purposes and powers. Will the House agree to the bill on second consideration? The House proceeded to second consideration of HB 162, PN 2504, entitled: An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in adoption, further providing for definitions and for original birth record. Will the House agree to the bill on second consideration? Mr. BENNINGHOFF offered the following amendment No. A03999: Amend Bill, page 4, line 2, by striking out "60" and inserting 180 Will the House agree to the amendment? The SPEAKER. On that question, the Speaker recognizes the gentleman from Centre County, Mr. Benninghoff. Mr. BENNINGHOFF. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. This is a technical amendment. When we sent the bill to LRB (Legislative Reference Bureau), they had put in 60 days, and we are changing it from 60 to 180 days. I would appreciate the members' support. Thank you. On the question recurring, Will the House agree to the amendment? YEAS 202 Adolph English Knowles Petri Kirkland NAYS 0 The majority having voted in the affirmative, the question was determined in the affirmative and the amendment was agreed to. Will the House agree to the bill on second consideration as amended? Mr. LAWRENCE offered the following amendment No. A04009: Amend Bill, page 1, line 2, by inserting after "providing " for definitions and Amend Bill, page 1, lines 6 and 7, by striking out all of said lines and inserting Section 1. The definition of "summary of original birth record" in section 2911 of Title 23 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes is

14 1820 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL HOUSE OCTOBER 22 amended and the section is amended by adding a definition to read: Definitions. The following words and phrases when used in this subchapter shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise: "Noncertified copy of original birth record." A summary of original birth record, similar in form to a certified copy of an original birth record and consisting of only the names and ages of the birth parents, the date and county of the birth of the child and the name of the child given at birth. ["Summary of original birth record." The summary of original birth record, consisting of only the names and ages of the birth parents, the date and county of the birth of the child and the name of the child given at birth.] Section 2. Section 2937 of Title 23 is amended to read: Amend Bill, page 2, line 28, by striking out "COPY OF THE SUMMARY" and inserting noncertified copy Amend Bill, page 2, line 30, by striking out "COPY OF THE SUMMARY" and inserting noncertified copy Amend Bill, page 3, lines 16 and 17, by striking out "COPY OF THE SUMMARY" and inserting noncertified copy Amend Bill, page 3, line 24, by striking out "COPY OF THE SUMMARY" and inserting noncertified copy Amend Bill, page 3, line 29, by striking out "2" and inserting 3 Will the House agree to the amendment? The SPEAKER. On that question, the Speaker recognizes the gentleman from Chester County, Mr. Lawrence. Mr. LAWRENCE. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. This amendment is a relatively small change to the legislation. It changes the word "summary" to "noncertified copy," and it is agreed to with the sponsor of the legislation. On the question recurring, Will the House agree to the amendment? YEAS 202 Adolph English Knowles Petri Kirkland NAYS 0 The majority having voted in the affirmative, the question was determined in the affirmative and the amendment was agreed to. On the question recurring, Will the House agree to the bill on second consideration as amended? Bill as amended was agreed to. (Bill as amended will be reprinted.) BILLS ON THIRD CONSIDERATION The House proceeded to third consideration of SB 379, PN 1279, entitled: An Act providing for benevolent gestures relating to medical professional liability insurance. Will the House agree to the bill on third consideration? (Bill analysis was read.) The SPEAKER. This bill has been considered on three different days and agreed to and is now on final passage. The question is, shall the bill pass finally? Agreeable to the provisions of the Constitution, the yeas and nays will now be taken.

15 2013 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL HOUSE 1821 YEAS 202 Adolph English Knowles Petri Kirkland NAYS 0 The majority required by the Constitution having voted in the affirmative, the question was determined in the affirmative and the bill passed finally. Ordered, That the clerk return the same to the Senate with the information that the House has passed the same without amendment. The House proceeded to third consideration of HB 1706, PN 2513, entitled: An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in emergency services, changing implementing authority from the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency to the Office of the State Fire Commissioner; further providing for assistance to volunteer fire companies, ambulance service and rescue squads and for powers and duties; and making editorial changes. Will the House agree to the bill on third consideration? (Bill analysis was read.) The SPEAKER. This bill has been considered on three different days and agreed to and is now on final passage. The question is, shall the bill pass finally? Agreeable to the provisions of the Constitution, the yeas and nays will now be taken. YEAS 202 Adolph English Knowles Petri

16 1822 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL HOUSE OCTOBER 22 Kirkland NAYS 0 The majority required by the Constitution having voted in the affirmative, the question was determined in the affirmative and the bill passed finally. Ordered, That the clerk present the same to the Senate for concurrence. RESOLUTION Mr. TALLMAN called up HR 44, PN 2432, entitled: A Resolution encouraging the National Fire Protection Association to consider economic impact, to include additional active firefighters and to allow for more fire department and emergency medical services input. Will the House adopt the resolution? YEAS 202 Adolph English Knowles Petri Kirkland NAYS 0 The majority having voted in the affirmative, the question was determined in the affirmative and the resolution was adopted. BILL ON THIRD CONSIDERATION The House proceeded to third consideration of SB 680, PN 1503, entitled: An Act providing for the capital budget for the fiscal year ; itemizing public improvement projects, furniture and equipment projects, transportation assistance projects, redevelopment assistance capital projects, flood control projects, Keystone Recreation, Park and Conservation Fund projects, State forestry bridge projects, State ATV/Snowmobile Fund projects, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission projects, Manufacturing Fund projects, Oil and Gas Lease Fund projects, Environmental Stewardship Fund projects, highway bridge projects and State Stores Fund current revenue projects to be constructed or acquired or assisted by the Department of General Services, the Department of Community and Economic Development, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, the Department of Environmental Protection, the Department of Transportation or the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, together with their estimated financial costs; authorizing the incurring of debt without the approval of the electors for the purpose of financing the projects to be constructed, acquired or assisted by the Department of General Services, the Department of Community and Economic Development, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, the Department of Environmental Protection, the Department of Transportation or the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission; stating the estimated useful life of the projects; and making appropriations. Will the House agree to the bill on third consideration? The SPEAKER. On that question, the Speaker recognizes the gentleman from Delaware County, Mr. Adolph, who offers up technical amendment A04194, which the clerk will read; excuse me, that is 4191, amendment A On the question recurring, Will the House agree to the bill on third consideration?