WEBVTT 00:00:00.000 --> 00:00:46.324 align:middle line:90% 00:00:46.324 --> 00:00:48.490 align:middle line:84% Question now comes on the adoption of the amendment. 00:00:48.490 --> 00:00:51.420 align:middle line:84% The Chair recognizes Mr. Lyons of Andover. 00:00:51.420 --> 00:01:30.620 align:middle line:90% 00:01:30.620 --> 00:01:32.602 align:middle line:84% Mr. Speaker, I just want to clarify there 00:01:32.602 --> 00:01:33.810 align:middle line:90% is no further amendment here. 00:01:33.810 --> 00:01:35.500 align:middle line:84% This is one we're going to vote on. 00:01:35.500 --> 00:01:37.380 align:middle line:90% Thank you, Mr. Speaker. 00:01:37.380 --> 00:01:41.110 align:middle line:84% Mr. Speaker, what this is an adoption tax credit. 00:01:41.110 --> 00:01:44.680 align:middle line:84% The amendment is put forward to encourage adoption 00:01:44.680 --> 00:01:46.850 align:middle line:84% in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. 00:01:46.850 --> 00:01:51.880 align:middle line:84% It allows for for a $1,000 tax credit. 00:01:51.880 --> 00:01:56.370 align:middle line:84% And it also allows for some expenses associated 00:01:56.370 --> 00:02:00.820 align:middle line:84% with the adoption to be written off as part of an individual's 00:02:00.820 --> 00:02:01.820 align:middle line:90% income tax. 00:02:01.820 --> 00:02:04.510 align:middle line:84% I would ask that when we take this vote, Mr. Speaker, 00:02:04.510 --> 00:02:07.503 align:middle line:84% we take it with a call of the yeas and nays. 00:02:07.503 --> 00:02:08.919 align:middle line:84% Mr. Lyons asked when the matter is 00:02:08.919 --> 00:02:10.810 align:middle line:84% taken, it be taken by a call of the yeas and nays. 00:02:10.810 --> 00:02:12.232 align:middle line:84% Those joining with him will rise. 00:02:12.232 --> 00:02:13.690 align:middle line:84% The monitors will return the count. 00:02:13.690 --> 00:02:15.110 align:middle line:90% First division. 00:02:15.110 --> 00:02:17.044 align:middle line:90% First division, 0. 00:02:17.044 --> 00:02:17.710 align:middle line:90% Second division. 00:02:17.710 --> 00:02:18.550 align:middle line:90% 16. 00:02:18.550 --> 00:02:19.150 align:middle line:90% 16. 00:02:19.150 --> 00:02:20.940 align:middle line:84% Sufficient number having risen, when the matter is taken, 00:02:20.940 --> 00:02:23.360 align:middle line:84% it will be taken by a call of the yeas and nays. 00:02:23.360 --> 00:02:25.980 align:middle line:84% Chair recognizes Mr. Lyons of Andover. 00:02:25.980 --> 00:02:28.620 align:middle line:84% Thank you very much, Mr. Speaker. 00:02:28.620 --> 00:02:31.330 align:middle line:84% I would urge that my colleagues consider this. 00:02:31.330 --> 00:02:33.380 align:middle line:84% I think this is a very important issue. 00:02:33.380 --> 00:02:36.090 align:middle line:84% It's one to encourage adoption within the Commonwealth. 00:02:36.090 --> 00:02:38.720 align:middle line:84% It's a short amount of money, which 00:02:38.720 --> 00:02:42.860 align:middle line:84% I think could have some immense rewards down the road. 00:02:42.860 --> 00:02:46.420 align:middle line:84% Thank you very much, Mr. Speaker. 00:02:46.420 --> 00:02:50.440 align:middle line:84% Chair recognizes Miss O'Connell of Taunton. 00:02:50.440 --> 00:02:55.510 align:middle line:84% Mr. Speaker, I stand in favor of this most worthy amendment. 00:02:55.510 --> 00:02:59.750 align:middle line:84% My former legislative aide adopted two babies 00:02:59.750 --> 00:03:02.270 align:middle line:84% when she was with me-- two newborn babies. 00:03:02.270 --> 00:03:06.000 align:middle line:84% She adopted one year and one the next year. 00:03:06.000 --> 00:03:09.330 align:middle line:84% And they were both born addicted to drugs. 00:03:09.330 --> 00:03:13.830 align:middle line:84% But she and her husband scrimped and saved and sacrificed 00:03:13.830 --> 00:03:15.840 align:middle line:90% to adopt those babies. 00:03:15.840 --> 00:03:20.670 align:middle line:84% And there are so many needy babies and children out there 00:03:20.670 --> 00:03:24.100 align:middle line:84% that people would be more than willing to adopt. 00:03:24.100 --> 00:03:27.230 align:middle line:84% But they just need that little extra help. 00:03:27.230 --> 00:03:31.110 align:middle line:84% I hope you'll join me and the representative from Andover 00:03:31.110 --> 00:03:32.410 align:middle line:90% in supporting this amendment. 00:03:32.410 --> 00:03:35.274 align:middle line:90% 00:03:35.274 --> 00:03:37.440 align:middle line:84% Roll call having been ordered, the roll call machine 00:03:37.440 --> 00:03:38.130 align:middle line:90% is now open. 00:03:38.130 --> 00:03:39.700 align:middle line:90% Remain open for three minutes. 00:03:39.700 --> 00:03:41.190 align:middle line:84% Court officer, some of the members 00:03:41.190 --> 00:03:42.770 align:middle line:84% indicated roll call is in progress. 00:03:42.770 --> 00:11:21.522 align:middle line:90% 00:11:21.522 --> 00:11:23.230 align:middle line:84% Have all members voted who wish to do so? 00:11:23.230 --> 00:11:26.910 align:middle line:90% Have all members voted? 00:11:26.910 --> 00:11:29.900 align:middle line:90% 00:11:29.900 --> 00:11:31.140 align:middle line:90% Time for voting has expired. 00:11:31.140 --> 00:11:32.750 align:middle line:84% The clerk will display the tally. 00:11:32.750 --> 00:11:35.580 align:middle line:84% On this matter, 47 members vote in the affirmative. 00:11:35.580 --> 00:11:37.010 align:middle line:90% 110, the negative. 00:11:37.010 --> 00:11:38.770 align:middle line:90% The amendment is not adopted. 00:11:38.770 --> 00:11:58.110 align:middle line:90% 00:11:58.110 --> 00:12:00.210 align:middle line:84% Mr. Jones of North Reading offers an amendment 00:12:00.210 --> 00:12:01.030 align:middle line:90% in the hands of the clerk. 00:12:01.030 --> 00:12:02.446 align:middle line:84% The clerk will read the amendment. 00:12:02.446 --> 00:12:07.060 align:middle line:90% 00:12:07.060 --> 00:12:09.090 align:middle line:90% Amendment number 270. 00:12:09.090 --> 00:12:11.550 align:middle line:84% Representative Jones of North Reading and other members 00:12:11.550 --> 00:12:15.120 align:middle line:84% of the House move to amend the bill by adding the following 00:12:15.120 --> 00:12:15.840 align:middle line:90% sections. 00:12:15.840 --> 00:12:19.340 align:middle line:84% Section 38AA of chapter 63 of the general laws 00:12:19.340 --> 00:12:21.180 align:middle line:84% as appearing in the 2014 official edition 00:12:21.180 --> 00:12:22.530 align:middle line:90% is hereby amended by striking-- 00:12:22.530 --> 00:12:23.780 align:middle line:84% If there be no objection, the clerk 00:12:23.780 --> 00:12:25.200 align:middle line:84% will dispense with the reading of the paper. 00:12:25.200 --> 00:12:26.390 align:middle line:90% The Chair has none. 00:12:26.390 --> 00:12:28.600 align:middle line:90% Question now on the amendment. 00:12:28.600 --> 00:12:30.780 align:middle line:90% All those in favor say aye. 00:12:30.780 --> 00:12:32.140 align:middle line:90% All those opposed, nay. 00:12:32.140 --> 00:12:33.140 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 00:12:33.140 --> 00:12:34.480 align:middle line:90% The amendment is adopted. 00:12:34.480 --> 00:19:07.547 align:middle line:90% 00:19:07.547 --> 00:19:09.880 align:middle line:84% Question now is on ordering the bill to a third reading. 00:19:09.880 --> 00:19:11.122 align:middle line:90% All those in favor, say aye. 00:19:11.122 --> 00:19:12.080 align:middle line:90% All those opposed, nay. 00:19:12.080 --> 00:19:12.940 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 00:19:12.940 --> 00:25:01.330 align:middle line:84% The bill is ordered to a third reading. 00:25:01.330 --> 00:25:16.420 align:middle line:90% 00:25:16.420 --> 00:25:19.910 align:middle line:84% The Committee on Rules [INAUDIBLE] for the order 00:25:19.910 --> 00:25:23.610 align:middle line:84% filed by Speaker DeLeo establishing a Joint Special 00:25:23.610 --> 00:25:25.140 align:middle line:84% Committee to make an investigation 00:25:25.140 --> 00:25:26.780 align:middle line:84% and study relative to establishing 00:25:26.780 --> 00:25:32.480 align:middle line:84% a suitable memorial to the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther 00:25:32.480 --> 00:25:35.740 align:middle line:90% King, Jr. House number 3652. 00:25:35.740 --> 00:25:39.860 align:middle line:84% The committees on Rules reports recommending that the order 00:25:39.860 --> 00:25:40.700 align:middle line:90% ought to be adopted. 00:25:40.700 --> 00:25:48.680 align:middle line:90% 00:25:48.680 --> 00:25:51.310 align:middle line:84% Mr. Kulik of Worthington moves suspension of the rules. 00:25:51.310 --> 00:25:52.950 align:middle line:90% All those in favor, say aye. 00:25:52.950 --> 00:25:54.590 align:middle line:90% All those opposed, any. 00:25:54.590 --> 00:25:55.650 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 00:25:55.650 --> 00:25:57.510 align:middle line:90% Rules are suspended. 00:25:57.510 --> 00:26:00.310 align:middle line:84% Question now comes on adoption of the order. 00:26:00.310 --> 00:26:05.250 align:middle line:90% 00:26:05.250 --> 00:26:08.690 align:middle line:84% Mr. Kulik asked for roll call on this matter. 00:26:08.690 --> 00:26:10.710 align:middle line:84% Those voting in favor with him will rise. 00:26:10.710 --> 00:26:12.168 align:middle line:84% The monitors will return the count. 00:26:12.168 --> 00:26:14.570 align:middle line:90% First division, seven. 00:26:14.570 --> 00:26:17.520 align:middle line:90% Second division. 00:26:17.520 --> 00:26:18.070 align:middle line:90% Six. 00:26:18.070 --> 00:26:18.570 align:middle line:90% Six. 00:26:18.570 --> 00:26:20.410 align:middle line:90% Third division. 00:26:20.410 --> 00:26:22.020 align:middle line:90% Third division. 00:26:22.020 --> 00:26:22.810 align:middle line:90% 15. 00:26:22.810 --> 00:26:23.390 align:middle line:90% 15. 00:26:23.390 --> 00:26:26.840 align:middle line:84% Sufficient number having arisen, roll call machine is now open. 00:26:26.840 --> 00:26:28.410 align:middle line:90% Remain open for three minutes. 00:26:28.410 --> 00:26:30.210 align:middle line:84% Court officer, summon the members. 00:26:30.210 --> 00:26:42.200 align:middle line:84% Indicate a roll call is in progress. 00:26:42.200 --> 00:26:57.710 align:middle line:90% 00:26:57.710 --> 00:27:00.020 align:middle line:84% On the previous roll call, Mr. Lewis of Framingham 00:27:00.020 --> 00:27:01.741 align:middle line:84% asked unanimous consent to be recorded. 00:27:01.741 --> 00:27:02.990 align:middle line:90% Does the Chair have objection? 00:27:02.990 --> 00:27:04.390 align:middle line:90% The Chair his none. 00:27:04.390 --> 00:27:08.270 align:middle line:84% On roll call number 831, Jack Patrick Lewis answers present. 00:27:08.270 --> 00:27:22.590 align:middle line:90% 00:27:22.590 --> 00:27:24.760 align:middle line:84% Chair would like to indicate to the members 00:27:24.760 --> 00:27:27.610 align:middle line:84% to please stay in the chamber for an additional roll 00:27:27.610 --> 00:27:29.360 align:middle line:90% call on chapter 90 funding. 00:27:29.360 --> 00:28:06.000 align:middle line:90% 00:28:06.000 --> 00:28:08.000 align:middle line:90% [GAVEL] 00:28:08.000 --> 00:28:10.400 align:middle line:84% Chair would indicate to the members 00:28:10.400 --> 00:28:12.830 align:middle line:84% that they should check with the clerk's office 00:28:12.830 --> 00:28:19.490 align:middle line:84% to sign a disclosure relative to GIC when it comes up. 00:28:19.490 --> 00:28:24.670 align:middle line:84% So all members should go to the clerk's office 00:28:24.670 --> 00:28:28.900 align:middle line:84% and sign a disclosure form with regard to GIC insurance. 00:28:28.900 --> 00:28:52.080 align:middle line:84% We will advise the members as to when 00:28:52.080 --> 00:28:53.860 align:middle line:84% it's available at the clerk's office. 00:28:53.860 --> 00:30:10.190 align:middle line:90% 00:30:10.190 --> 00:30:11.880 align:middle line:84% Just to remind the members to please 00:30:11.880 --> 00:30:15.580 align:middle line:84% stay within the chamber for a chapter 90 roll call vote. 00:30:15.580 --> 00:31:42.400 align:middle line:90% 00:31:42.400 --> 00:31:44.390 align:middle line:84% Have all members voted who wish to do so? 00:31:44.390 --> 00:31:46.030 align:middle line:90% Have all members voted? 00:31:46.030 --> 00:31:47.730 align:middle line:90% Time for voting has expired. 00:31:47.730 --> 00:31:49.130 align:middle line:84% The clerk will display the tally. 00:31:49.130 --> 00:31:52.504 align:middle line:84% In this matter, 156 members voted in the affirmative, none 00:31:52.504 --> 00:31:53.170 align:middle line:90% in the negative. 00:31:53.170 --> 00:31:58.880 align:middle line:90% 00:31:58.880 --> 00:31:59.850 align:middle line:90% The order is adopted. 00:31:59.850 --> 00:32:19.652 align:middle line:90% 00:32:19.652 --> 00:32:20.610 align:middle line:90% House will be in order. 00:32:20.610 --> 00:32:23.196 align:middle line:90% 00:32:23.196 --> 00:32:24.570 align:middle line:84% Following [INAUDIBLE] bill having 00:32:24.570 --> 00:32:25.540 align:middle line:84% been rightly and totally prepared 00:32:25.540 --> 00:32:27.570 align:middle line:84% is now before the House for final passage. 00:32:27.570 --> 00:32:31.600 align:middle line:84% House 3648, an act providing for the financing 00:32:31.600 --> 00:32:34.780 align:middle line:84% of certain improvements to municipal roads and bridges. 00:32:34.780 --> 00:32:36.530 align:middle line:90% Roll call required. 00:32:36.530 --> 00:32:38.450 align:middle line:84% The roll call machine is now open. 00:32:38.450 --> 00:32:40.260 align:middle line:90% Remain open for three minutes. 00:32:40.260 --> 00:32:41.930 align:middle line:84% Court officers, some of the members 00:32:41.930 --> 00:32:43.740 align:middle line:84% indicate a roll call is in progress. 00:32:43.740 --> 00:36:35.790 align:middle line:90% 00:36:35.790 --> 00:36:37.510 align:middle line:84% Have all members voted who wish to do so? 00:36:37.510 --> 00:36:41.446 align:middle line:90% 00:36:41.446 --> 00:36:42.570 align:middle line:90% Time for voting is expired. 00:36:42.570 --> 00:36:44.000 align:middle line:84% The clerk will display the tally. 00:36:44.000 --> 00:36:46.930 align:middle line:84% On this matter, 156 members vote in the affirmative, 00:36:46.930 --> 00:36:47.930 align:middle line:90% none in the negative. 00:36:47.930 --> 00:36:52.520 align:middle line:84% The bill is passed to be enacted. 00:36:52.520 --> 00:36:55.040 align:middle line:84% Mr. Donahue of Worcester asks unanimous consent 00:36:55.040 --> 00:36:57.460 align:middle line:90% to be recorded on roll call 32. 00:36:57.460 --> 00:36:58.720 align:middle line:90% Chair objection? 00:36:58.720 --> 00:37:00.860 align:middle line:90% Chair has none. 00:37:00.860 --> 00:37:04.676 align:middle line:84% Roll call number 32, Daniel Donahue, yes. 00:37:04.676 --> 00:40:20.102 align:middle line:90% 00:40:20.102 --> 00:40:21.810 align:middle line:84% Chair would like to take this opportunity 00:40:21.810 --> 00:40:25.010 align:middle line:84% to introduce to the right of the rostrum Dr. Robert 00:40:25.010 --> 00:40:28.690 align:middle line:84% Littleton, Jr, recipient today of the distinguished Alumni 00:40:28.690 --> 00:40:32.640 align:middle line:84% Service Award from UMass Amherst Alumni Association. 00:40:32.640 --> 00:40:36.760 align:middle line:84% Dr. Littleton is the founder and CEO of numerous human service 00:40:36.760 --> 00:40:39.000 align:middle line:84% agencies, including the Evergreen 00:40:39.000 --> 00:40:43.140 align:middle line:84% Center and the Criterion Center Enrichment located in Milford. 00:40:43.140 --> 00:40:45.490 align:middle line:84% He's here with his wife, Wendy Littleton [INAUDIBLE] 00:40:45.490 --> 00:40:47.970 align:middle line:84% and his daughter Brooks Littleton. 00:40:47.970 --> 00:40:48.530 align:middle line:90% Welcome. 00:40:48.530 --> 00:40:50.613 align:middle line:84% They're the guests of Representative Brian Murray. 00:40:50.613 --> 00:40:58.780 align:middle line:90% 00:40:58.780 --> 00:41:03.890 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 00:41:03.890 --> 00:41:06.720 align:middle line:84% Miss Barber of Somerville asks unanimous consent 00:41:06.720 --> 00:41:11.700 align:middle line:84% to be recorded on roll call number 32 and 33. 00:41:11.700 --> 00:41:12.620 align:middle line:90% Chair objection? 00:41:12.620 --> 00:41:13.700 align:middle line:90% Chair has none. 00:41:13.700 --> 00:41:16.550 align:middle line:84% Mr. Stanley of Waltham asks unanimous consent 00:41:16.550 --> 00:41:19.080 align:middle line:84% to be recorded on roll call number 33. 00:41:19.080 --> 00:41:20.150 align:middle line:90% Chair objection? 00:41:20.150 --> 00:41:21.670 align:middle line:90% Chair has none. 00:41:21.670 --> 00:41:24.930 align:middle line:84% Roll call number 32, Christine Barber, yes. 00:41:24.930 --> 00:41:27.840 align:middle line:84% Roll call 33, Christine Barber, yes. 00:41:27.840 --> 00:41:29.280 align:middle line:90% Thomas Stanley, yes. 00:41:29.280 --> 00:41:32.280 align:middle line:90% 00:41:32.280 --> 00:41:34.770 align:middle line:90% [GAVEL] 00:41:34.770 --> 00:41:41.220 align:middle line:84% Chair would like to announce that at 4:30 in room 348, 00:41:41.220 --> 00:41:45.880 align:middle line:84% we will be doing Social Services and Veterans Affairs. 00:41:45.880 --> 00:41:52.520 align:middle line:84% Room 348 at 4:30, Social Services and Veteran's Affairs. 00:41:52.520 --> 00:44:23.550 align:middle line:90% 00:44:23.550 --> 00:44:25.850 align:middle line:84% Mr. Heroux of Attleboro asks unanimous consent 00:44:25.850 --> 00:44:27.400 align:middle line:84% to be recorded in the last roll call. 00:44:27.400 --> 00:44:28.440 align:middle line:90% Chair hear objection? 00:44:28.440 --> 00:44:30.100 align:middle line:90% Chair has none. 00:44:30.100 --> 00:44:32.350 align:middle line:84% Roll call number 33, Paul Heroux, yes. 00:44:32.350 --> 00:45:00.840 align:middle line:90% 00:45:00.840 --> 00:45:03.900 align:middle line:84% Chair would like to once again announce to the members 00:45:03.900 --> 00:45:10.735 align:middle line:84% that in room 348 at 4:30 will be Veteran Affairs and Social 00:45:10.735 --> 00:45:11.235 align:middle line:90% Services. 00:45:11.235 --> 00:51:57.152 align:middle line:90% 00:51:57.152 --> 00:51:58.110 align:middle line:90% House will be in order. 00:51:58.110 --> 00:51:59.818 align:middle line:84% Message from His Excellency the Governor. 00:51:59.818 --> 00:52:09.751 align:middle line:90% 00:52:09.751 --> 00:52:11.500 align:middle line:84% A message from His Excellency the Governor 00:52:11.500 --> 00:52:13.850 align:middle line:84% recommending legislation relative to financing 00:52:13.850 --> 00:52:16.050 align:middle line:84% the reduction and preservation of housing 00:52:16.050 --> 00:52:17.950 align:middle line:84% for low and moderate-income residents 00:52:17.950 --> 00:52:19.460 align:middle line:84% was filed in the Office of the Clerk 00:52:19.460 --> 00:52:23.377 align:middle line:90% this afternoon at 3:46 PM. 00:52:23.377 --> 00:52:25.210 align:middle line:84% The message from His Excellency the Governor 00:52:25.210 --> 00:52:26.709 align:middle line:84% will go to the Committee on Housing. 00:52:26.709 --> 00:52:37.904 align:middle line:90% 00:52:37.904 --> 00:52:38.820 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] Committee. 00:52:38.820 --> 00:52:51.837 align:middle line:90% 00:52:51.837 --> 00:52:53.920 align:middle line:84% The Committee on Rules and the Committees on Rules 00:52:53.920 --> 00:52:55.628 align:middle line:84% are the two branches acting concurrently, 00:52:55.628 --> 00:52:58.020 align:middle line:84% reports recommending that Joint Rule 12 be suspended 00:52:58.020 --> 00:53:01.797 align:middle line:84% on the petition of Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr. for legislation 00:53:01.797 --> 00:53:03.630 align:middle line:84% to establish a sick leave bank for Elizabeth 00:53:03.630 --> 00:53:05.904 align:middle line:84% C. Cox, an employee of the Department 00:53:05.904 --> 00:53:08.070 align:middle line:84% of Public Health to the Committee on Public Service. 00:53:08.070 --> 00:53:10.690 align:middle line:90% 00:53:10.690 --> 00:53:13.950 align:middle line:84% Mr. Mariano of Quincy moves suspension of the rules. 00:53:13.950 --> 00:53:15.450 align:middle line:90% All those in favor say aye. 00:53:15.450 --> 00:53:16.612 align:middle line:90% All those opposed, nay. 00:53:16.612 --> 00:53:17.320 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 00:53:17.320 --> 00:53:18.490 align:middle line:90% Rules are suspended. 00:53:18.490 --> 00:53:20.990 align:middle line:84% Question now is on suspension of Joint Rule 12. 00:53:20.990 --> 00:53:22.192 align:middle line:90% All those in favor say aye. 00:53:22.192 --> 00:53:23.150 align:middle line:90% All those opposed, nay. 00:53:23.150 --> 00:53:24.020 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 00:53:24.020 --> 00:53:25.355 align:middle line:90% Joint Rule 12 is suspended. 00:53:25.355 --> 00:54:03.470 align:middle line:90% 00:54:03.470 --> 00:54:05.490 align:middle line:84% Chair has been informed that a calendar item 00:54:05.490 --> 00:54:10.490 align:middle line:84% number 9, House 3600, has been released 00:54:10.490 --> 00:54:12.890 align:middle line:84% by the Committee and bill is on the third reading. 00:54:12.890 --> 00:54:15.690 align:middle line:84% Mr. Dempsey of Haverhill moves suspension of the rules. 00:54:15.690 --> 00:54:16.815 align:middle line:90% All those in favor say aye. 00:54:16.815 --> 00:54:17.773 align:middle line:90% All those opposed, nay. 00:54:17.773 --> 00:54:18.580 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 00:54:18.580 --> 00:54:20.060 align:middle line:90% Rules are suspended. 00:54:20.060 --> 00:54:23.529 align:middle line:90% 00:54:23.529 --> 00:54:24.070 align:middle line:90% Brief recess. 00:54:24.070 --> 00:54:55.800 align:middle line:90% 00:54:55.800 --> 00:54:56.460 align:middle line:90% Third reading. 00:54:56.460 --> 00:54:59.320 align:middle line:90% 00:54:59.320 --> 00:55:01.420 align:middle line:84% That act making appropriations for the fiscal year 00:55:01.420 --> 00:55:04.975 align:middle line:84% 2018 to provide for the maintenance of the departments, 00:55:04.975 --> 00:55:06.350 align:middle line:84% boards, commissions, institutions 00:55:06.350 --> 00:55:07.940 align:middle line:84% certain activities in the Commonwealth 00:55:07.940 --> 00:55:10.480 align:middle line:84% for interest, sinking fund, and serial bond requirements, 00:55:10.480 --> 00:55:12.105 align:middle line:84% and for certain permanent improvements. 00:55:12.105 --> 00:55:19.824 align:middle line:90% 00:55:19.824 --> 00:55:21.240 align:middle line:84% This has been passed [INAUDIBLE].. 00:55:21.240 --> 00:55:22.740 align:middle line:84% The House will be in a brief recess. 00:55:22.740 --> 00:55:49.720 align:middle line:84% Chair would like to inform the members that at 7:15 it 00:55:49.720 --> 00:55:53.100 align:middle line:84% will be Housing and Mental Health 00:55:53.100 --> 00:56:03.250 align:middle line:90% and Disabilities in room 348. 00:56:03.250 --> 00:56:04.815 align:middle line:90% In room 348 at 7:15. 00:56:04.815 --> 00:58:35.650 align:middle line:90% 00:58:35.650 --> 00:58:39.310 align:middle line:84% Chair would like to inform the members that at 6:05 00:58:39.310 --> 00:58:41.660 align:middle line:84% in the Members Lounge will be dinner. 00:58:41.660 --> 00:58:44.360 align:middle line:90% Dinner will be served at 6:05. 00:58:44.360 --> 00:58:48.320 align:middle line:84% And, once again, at 7:15 in room 348 00:58:48.320 --> 00:58:51.055 align:middle line:84% will be Housing, Mental Health and Disabilities. 00:58:51.055 --> 00:58:58.370 align:middle line:90% 00:58:58.370 --> 00:59:00.150 align:middle line:84% Miss Haddad of Somerset now moves 00:59:00.150 --> 00:59:05.260 align:middle line:84% that the House stand in recess till the hour of 7:30. 00:59:05.260 --> 00:59:06.712 align:middle line:90% All those in favor say aye. 00:59:06.712 --> 00:59:07.670 align:middle line:90% All those opposed, nay. 00:59:07.670 --> 00:59:08.310 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 00:59:08.310 --> 00:59:10.393 align:middle line:84% The House stands in recess until the hour of 7:30. 00:59:10.393 --> 00:59:27.360 align:middle line:90% 00:59:27.360 --> 00:59:28.190 align:middle line:90% [MUSIC PLAYING] 00:59:28.190 --> 00:59:29.560 align:middle line:90% The House will come to order. 00:59:29.560 --> 00:59:33.157 align:middle line:84% Mr. Dempsey of Haverhill offers a consolidated amendment 00:59:33.157 --> 00:59:34.240 align:middle line:90% in the hands of the clerk. 00:59:34.240 --> 00:59:35.656 align:middle line:84% The clerk will read the amendment. 00:59:35.656 --> 00:59:40.430 align:middle line:90% 00:59:40.430 --> 00:59:44.610 align:middle line:84% This is consolidated amendment B as in boy. 00:59:44.610 --> 00:59:47.610 align:middle line:84% Constitutional officers, state administration, 00:59:47.610 --> 00:59:49.450 align:middle line:90% and transportation. 00:59:49.450 --> 00:59:51.890 align:middle line:84% All of the amendments within the category 00:59:51.890 --> 00:59:53.390 align:middle line:90% have been accounted for. 00:59:53.390 --> 00:59:58.650 align:middle line:90% In fiscal note, $3,228,441. 00:59:58.650 --> 01:00:02.050 align:middle line:84% Mr. Dempsey of Haverhill moves to amend the bill on section 2 01:00:02.050 --> 01:00:08.560 align:middle line:84% and item 05401900 by striking out the figures $1,806,000 01:00:08.560 --> 01:00:12.470 align:middle line:84% and 109, inserting in place of the figures $1,906,109. 01:00:12.470 --> 01:00:15.762 align:middle line:84% Further amendment of the bill in said section 2-- 01:00:15.762 --> 01:00:17.220 align:middle line:84% If there be no objection, the clerk 01:00:17.220 --> 01:00:19.030 align:middle line:84% will dispense with the further reading of the amendment. 01:00:19.030 --> 01:00:20.070 align:middle line:90% Does Chair have objection? 01:00:20.070 --> 01:00:20.778 align:middle line:90% Chair hears none. 01:00:20.778 --> 01:05:05.060 align:middle line:90% House will come to order. 01:05:05.060 --> 01:05:08.270 align:middle line:84% Question comes on adoption of the consolidated amendment. 01:05:08.270 --> 01:05:12.660 align:middle line:84% Chair recognizes Mr. Kocot of Northamptom. 01:05:12.660 --> 01:05:16.720 align:middle line:90% 01:05:16.720 --> 01:05:17.910 align:middle line:90% Thank you, Madam Chair. 01:05:17.910 --> 01:05:21.785 align:middle line:84% I rise in support of the consolidated amendment dealing 01:05:21.785 --> 01:05:23.910 align:middle line:84% with constitutional officers, state administration, 01:05:23.910 --> 01:05:25.060 align:middle line:90% and transportation. 01:05:25.060 --> 01:05:27.410 align:middle line:84% And in particular, I'd like to focus 01:05:27.410 --> 01:05:30.940 align:middle line:84% on the significant increases in funding 01:05:30.940 --> 01:05:32.890 align:middle line:90% for our constitutional officers. 01:05:32.890 --> 01:05:38.010 align:middle line:84% We have a sizable increase in the line items for our AG. 01:05:38.010 --> 01:05:41.770 align:middle line:84% And in that capacity, she oversees everything 01:05:41.770 --> 01:05:46.680 align:middle line:84% from being a consumer advocate, victim and witness advocate. 01:05:46.680 --> 01:05:50.260 align:middle line:84% She has a high-tech crime unit and is also 01:05:50.260 --> 01:05:55.320 align:middle line:84% implementing the new reform of the public records, a law which 01:05:55.320 --> 01:05:57.570 align:middle line:90% this body passed last year. 01:05:57.570 --> 01:05:59.970 align:middle line:84% We have significant increases in the office of the IG. 01:05:59.970 --> 01:06:04.400 align:middle line:84% And he is currently involved in several major investigations, 01:06:04.400 --> 01:06:06.950 align:middle line:84% which seek to save taxpayer dollars. 01:06:06.950 --> 01:06:09.020 align:middle line:84% And we have a significant increase 01:06:09.020 --> 01:06:11.660 align:middle line:84% in the Office of Campaign and Political Finance. 01:06:11.660 --> 01:06:14.160 align:middle line:84% And in that capacity, the current director 01:06:14.160 --> 01:06:17.710 align:middle line:84% has been very active in terms of trying to make sure 01:06:17.710 --> 01:06:20.840 align:middle line:84% that all campaign contributions are transparent, 01:06:20.840 --> 01:06:23.550 align:middle line:84% that we get dark money out of our system. 01:06:23.550 --> 01:06:27.120 align:middle line:84% And I think this is a very important investment for all 01:06:27.120 --> 01:06:28.890 align:middle line:90% of us and all taxpayers. 01:06:28.890 --> 01:06:31.070 align:middle line:84% When there is a vote on this, Madam Chair, 01:06:31.070 --> 01:06:33.170 align:middle line:84% I would like to call for the yeas and nays. 01:06:33.170 --> 01:06:39.552 align:middle line:90% 01:06:39.552 --> 01:06:41.260 align:middle line:84% For what purpose does the gentleman rise? 01:06:41.260 --> 01:06:43.957 align:middle line:90% 01:06:43.957 --> 01:06:44.540 align:middle line:90% Oh, I'm sorry. 01:06:44.540 --> 01:06:48.917 align:middle line:90% 01:06:48.917 --> 01:06:51.250 align:middle line:84% The gentleman has asked for a call of the yeas and nays. 01:06:51.250 --> 01:06:52.830 align:middle line:84% Those joining with him will stand 01:06:52.830 --> 01:06:54.550 align:middle line:84% and the monitors will return the count. 01:06:54.550 --> 01:06:56.650 align:middle line:90% First division. 01:06:56.650 --> 01:06:57.180 align:middle line:90% Six. 01:06:57.180 --> 01:06:57.370 align:middle line:90% Six. 01:06:57.370 --> 01:06:58.036 align:middle line:90% Second division. 01:06:58.036 --> 01:07:00.900 align:middle line:90% 01:07:00.900 --> 01:07:03.600 align:middle line:90% Second division? 01:07:03.600 --> 01:07:09.470 align:middle line:90% 12 [INAUDIBLE] 01:07:09.470 --> 01:07:10.590 align:middle line:90% 12. 01:07:10.590 --> 01:07:13.586 align:middle line:84% Sufficient number having risen, when this matter is called 01:07:13.586 --> 01:07:15.210 align:middle line:84% it will be done with the yeas and nays. 01:07:15.210 --> 01:07:29.800 align:middle line:90% 01:07:29.800 --> 01:07:32.300 align:middle line:84% For what purpose does the gentleman rise? 01:07:32.300 --> 01:07:33.830 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 01:07:33.830 --> 01:07:37.000 align:middle line:84% What is the gentleman's point of parliamentary inquiry? 01:07:37.000 --> 01:07:42.200 align:middle line:84% Under the rules, does a consolidated amendment 01:07:42.200 --> 01:07:44.110 align:middle line:84% require a roll call under the rules 01:07:44.110 --> 01:07:48.670 align:middle line:84% or does a request need to be made from the floor? 01:07:48.670 --> 01:07:50.520 align:middle line:90% The Chair will answer that. 01:07:50.520 --> 01:07:56.680 align:middle line:84% You are correct that under the rules a roll call is required. 01:07:56.680 --> 01:08:01.670 align:middle line:84% But we're giving the Chairman the latitude of also asking 01:08:01.670 --> 01:08:04.530 align:middle line:90% that that be done as well. 01:08:04.530 --> 01:08:06.230 align:middle line:90% Madam Speaker. 01:08:06.230 --> 01:08:08.450 align:middle line:84% For what purpose does the gentleman rise? 01:08:08.450 --> 01:08:12.939 align:middle line:84% The Chair recognizes Mr. Jones of North Reading. 01:08:12.939 --> 01:08:13.980 align:middle line:90% Thank you, Madam Speaker. 01:08:13.980 --> 01:08:15.460 align:middle line:84% And I appreciate the explanation. 01:08:15.460 --> 01:08:17.590 align:middle line:84% I was just trying to give the Chair an opportunity 01:08:17.590 --> 01:08:20.109 align:middle line:84% to highlight the significant rules reform that was 01:08:20.109 --> 01:08:24.389 align:middle line:90% undertaken by the leadership. 01:08:24.389 --> 01:08:25.430 align:middle line:90% Thank you, Madam Speaker. 01:08:25.430 --> 01:08:29.830 align:middle line:84% I would move to amend consolidated amendment B 01:08:29.830 --> 01:08:36.600 align:middle line:84% by inserting after the words 0810-000 the following-- 01:08:36.600 --> 01:08:40.270 align:middle line:84% provided that no additional funding over the fiscal 2017 01:08:40.270 --> 01:08:42.080 align:middle line:84% appropriation shall be made available 01:08:42.080 --> 01:08:45.740 align:middle line:84% until an appropriate response is provided to the 57 and 82 01:08:45.740 --> 01:08:50.399 align:middle line:84% legislators whose correspondence was dated July 23, 2016 01:08:50.399 --> 01:08:56.569 align:middle line:90% and July 28, 2016, respectively. 01:08:56.569 --> 01:08:58.720 align:middle line:90% House will be in a brief recess. 01:08:58.720 --> 01:11:16.960 align:middle line:90% 01:11:16.960 --> 01:11:19.107 align:middle line:84% Mr. Jones has submitted a further amendment 01:11:19.107 --> 01:11:20.190 align:middle line:90% in the hands of the clerk. 01:11:20.190 --> 01:11:21.606 align:middle line:84% The clerk will read the amendment. 01:11:21.606 --> 01:11:25.190 align:middle line:90% 01:11:25.190 --> 01:11:28.670 align:middle line:84% Mr. Jones of North Reading moves a further amendment 01:11:28.670 --> 01:11:34.280 align:middle line:84% to the consolidated amendment B by inserting after the words 01:11:34.280 --> 01:11:37.240 align:middle line:90% 018040 the following-- 01:11:37.240 --> 01:11:41.190 align:middle line:84% provided that no additional funding over fiscal year 2017 01:11:41.190 --> 01:11:42.900 align:middle line:84% appropriation shall be made available 01:11:42.900 --> 01:11:47.650 align:middle line:84% until an appropriation response is provided for the 57 and 82 01:11:47.650 --> 01:11:50.260 align:middle line:84% legislators whose correspondence was 01:11:50.260 --> 01:11:53.310 align:middle line:84% dated July 23, 2016 and July 28, 2016, 01:11:53.310 --> 01:11:55.400 align:middle line:90% respectively, and further. 01:11:55.400 --> 01:11:57.400 align:middle line:84% Question comes on the adoption of the amendment. 01:11:57.400 --> 01:11:58.590 align:middle line:90% All those in favor, say aye. 01:11:58.590 --> 01:11:59.380 align:middle line:90% Opposed, no. 01:11:59.380 --> 01:12:00.590 align:middle line:90% The nos have it. 01:12:00.590 --> 01:12:04.320 align:middle line:90% The amendment is not adopted. 01:12:04.320 --> 01:12:06.790 align:middle line:84% Gentleman doubts the vote and asks 01:12:06.790 --> 01:12:08.220 align:middle line:90% for calls of the yeas and nays. 01:12:08.220 --> 01:12:09.760 align:middle line:84% Those joining with him will stand, 01:12:09.760 --> 01:12:11.410 align:middle line:84% and the monitors will return the count. 01:12:11.410 --> 01:12:14.431 align:middle line:90% First division? 01:12:14.431 --> 01:12:14.930 align:middle line:90% 0. 01:12:14.930 --> 01:12:17.730 align:middle line:90% Second division? 01:12:17.730 --> 01:12:19.270 align:middle line:90% 16. 01:12:19.270 --> 01:12:21.610 align:middle line:84% Sufficient number having arisen, the yeas and nays 01:12:21.610 --> 01:12:24.740 align:middle line:90% will be called forthwith. 01:12:24.740 --> 01:12:26.480 align:middle line:84% For what purpose does the gentleman rise? 01:12:26.480 --> 01:12:30.080 align:middle line:84% [INAUDIBLE] consolidated amendment [INAUDIBLE].. 01:12:30.080 --> 01:12:31.610 align:middle line:84% The amendment was already called, 01:12:31.610 --> 01:12:33.740 align:middle line:84% and there was a roll call pending. 01:12:33.740 --> 01:12:37.150 align:middle line:90% Question comes on the roll call. 01:12:37.150 --> 01:12:39.280 align:middle line:84% Court officers will please summons the members 01:12:39.280 --> 01:12:42.130 align:middle line:84% and indicate to them that a roll call is in progress 01:12:42.130 --> 01:12:43.900 align:middle line:84% and will remain open for three minutes. 01:12:43.900 --> 01:14:36.870 align:middle line:90% 01:14:36.870 --> 01:14:39.590 align:middle line:84% The Chair would announce that any representatives 01:14:39.590 --> 01:14:46.800 align:middle line:84% interested in the category of Public Health 01:14:46.800 --> 01:14:50.640 align:middle line:84% should report to room 348 at 8:30. 01:14:50.640 --> 01:14:54.370 align:middle line:84% So once again, anyone with amendments or interest 01:14:54.370 --> 01:14:59.705 align:middle line:84% in the category of Public Health will be in 348 at 8:30. 01:14:59.705 --> 01:19:33.710 align:middle line:90% 01:19:33.710 --> 01:19:35.490 align:middle line:84% Have all members voted who wish to do so? 01:19:35.490 --> 01:19:47.120 align:middle line:90% 01:19:47.120 --> 01:19:49.280 align:middle line:84% Have all members voted who wish to do so? 01:19:49.280 --> 01:19:51.350 align:middle line:90% Time for voting has expired. 01:19:51.350 --> 01:19:53.730 align:middle line:84% The clerk will display the tally. 01:19:53.730 --> 01:19:58.010 align:middle line:84% In this matter, 35 have voted in the affirmative, 01:19:58.010 --> 01:20:01.930 align:middle line:90% 117 in the negative. 01:20:01.930 --> 01:20:04.137 align:middle line:84% The further amendment is not adopted. 01:20:04.137 --> 01:20:05.470 align:middle line:90% House will be in a brief recess. 01:20:05.470 --> 01:23:26.970 align:middle line:90% 01:23:26.970 --> 01:23:29.207 align:middle line:84% Mr. Honan of Boston asks for unanimous consent 01:23:29.207 --> 01:23:31.040 align:middle line:84% to be recorded in on the previous roll call. 01:23:31.040 --> 01:23:32.320 align:middle line:90% Does the Chair hear objection? 01:23:32.320 --> 01:23:33.320 align:middle line:90% Chair hears none. 01:23:33.320 --> 01:23:35.615 align:middle line:84% Roll call number 34, Kevin Honan, no. 01:23:35.615 --> 01:24:24.790 align:middle line:90% 01:24:24.790 --> 01:24:28.560 align:middle line:84% Roll call having been ordered on the consolidated amendment, 01:24:28.560 --> 01:24:30.420 align:middle line:90% it will be called forthwith. 01:24:30.420 --> 01:24:33.150 align:middle line:84% Court officers will please remind the members 01:24:33.150 --> 01:24:34.910 align:middle line:84% that there is a roll call in progress 01:24:34.910 --> 01:24:37.120 align:middle line:84% and will remain open for three minutes. 01:24:37.120 --> 01:24:38.000 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 01:24:38.000 --> 01:24:40.640 align:middle line:84% For what purpose does the gentleman rise? 01:24:40.640 --> 01:24:43.440 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] for five minutes. 01:24:43.440 --> 01:24:49.670 align:middle line:84% I'm asking to speak on the consolidated amendment. 01:24:49.670 --> 01:24:51.920 align:middle line:84% The roll call has already been called, representative. 01:24:51.920 --> 01:24:52.461 align:middle line:90% Five minutes. 01:24:52.461 --> 01:24:58.180 align:middle line:90% 01:24:58.180 --> 01:25:01.150 align:middle line:84% I was asking for your attention and you simply 01:25:01.150 --> 01:25:02.730 align:middle line:90% ignored [INAUDIBLE]. 01:25:02.730 --> 01:25:04.869 align:middle line:84% We did not hear you up here, sir. 01:25:04.869 --> 01:25:05.660 align:middle line:90% You cannot hear me? 01:25:05.660 --> 01:25:08.550 align:middle line:84% And please, the Chair was not ignoring you. 01:25:08.550 --> 01:25:09.560 align:middle line:90% You were not heard. 01:25:09.560 --> 01:25:12.590 align:middle line:90% 01:25:12.590 --> 01:25:14.090 align:middle line:84% The House will be in a brief recess. 01:25:14.090 --> 01:26:48.270 align:middle line:90% 01:26:48.270 --> 01:27:06.990 align:middle line:84% The Chair asks unanimous consent to have no action 01:27:06.990 --> 01:27:08.350 align:middle line:90% on the previous roll call. 01:27:08.350 --> 01:27:09.600 align:middle line:90% Does the Chair hear objection? 01:27:09.600 --> 01:27:10.950 align:middle line:90% Chair hears none. 01:27:10.950 --> 01:27:14.290 align:middle line:84% Question comes on adoption of the consolidated amendment. 01:27:14.290 --> 01:27:15.610 align:middle line:90% The Chair recognizes Mrs. [? 01:27:15.610 --> 01:27:18.525 align:middle line:90% Delions ?] of Andover. 01:27:18.525 --> 01:27:23.561 align:middle line:90% 01:27:23.561 --> 01:27:25.310 align:middle line:84% Thank you for the courtesy, Madam Speaker. 01:27:25.310 --> 01:27:26.550 align:middle line:90% I appreciate it. 01:27:26.550 --> 01:27:30.485 align:middle line:84% So I am up speaking against the consolidated amendment. 01:27:30.485 --> 01:27:33.280 align:middle line:90% 01:27:33.280 --> 01:27:35.210 align:middle line:84% And included in the consolidated amendment 01:27:35.210 --> 01:27:42.900 align:middle line:84% is section 2, line item 15990840, 01:27:42.900 --> 01:27:45.480 align:middle line:84% it appears to be $4 million going 01:27:45.480 --> 01:27:48.136 align:middle line:90% to the treasurer's department. 01:27:48.136 --> 01:27:51.820 align:middle line:90% 01:27:51.820 --> 01:27:54.530 align:middle line:84% And I call that in my amendment which 01:27:54.530 --> 01:27:58.180 align:middle line:84% I did not have an opportunity, because I was here late, 01:27:58.180 --> 01:28:00.930 align:middle line:90% to pull it. 01:28:00.930 --> 01:28:05.170 align:middle line:84% Tries to zero that line item out. 01:28:05.170 --> 01:28:09.610 align:middle line:84% It seems to me that given the fact that we in Massachusetts 01:28:09.610 --> 01:28:16.200 align:middle line:84% are experiencing an incredible epidemic where there 01:28:16.200 --> 01:28:25.440 align:middle line:84% are so many people that we all know that are dying, 01:28:25.440 --> 01:28:28.170 align:middle line:84% I believe that we need to slow down 01:28:28.170 --> 01:28:33.020 align:middle line:84% the process when it comes to what we do on this marijuana 01:28:33.020 --> 01:28:34.090 align:middle line:90% legislation. 01:28:34.090 --> 01:28:38.320 align:middle line:84% Now, I appreciate the fact that there have been five meetings. 01:28:38.320 --> 01:28:40.770 align:middle line:84% I don't know whether we've had a report yet, 01:28:40.770 --> 01:28:45.150 align:middle line:84% but I think by putting this $4 million in now, 01:28:45.150 --> 01:28:47.470 align:middle line:84% we're letting this go down the road 01:28:47.470 --> 01:28:50.070 align:middle line:84% without the necessary oversight that I think 01:28:50.070 --> 01:28:53.820 align:middle line:90% this legislature should do. 01:28:53.820 --> 01:28:57.160 align:middle line:84% If you take a look at how bad this epidemic is 01:28:57.160 --> 01:29:01.290 align:middle line:84% and whether you think marijuana has an impact or not, 01:29:01.290 --> 01:29:03.600 align:middle line:84% I think at this point in time what 01:29:03.600 --> 01:29:07.310 align:middle line:84% we have to do is err on the side of safety 01:29:07.310 --> 01:29:12.190 align:middle line:84% and on the side that maybe, just maybe, by increasing 01:29:12.190 --> 01:29:16.000 align:middle line:84% the amount of marijuana that's on the street at a time 01:29:16.000 --> 01:29:18.750 align:middle line:84% when this epidemic is just exploding still, 01:29:18.750 --> 01:29:20.450 align:middle line:90% that it could be a mistake. 01:29:20.450 --> 01:29:22.480 align:middle line:90% It could be a mistake. 01:29:22.480 --> 01:29:24.740 align:middle line:90% I urge my colleagues-- 01:29:24.740 --> 01:29:26.860 align:middle line:90% I urge my colleagues-- 01:29:26.860 --> 01:29:31.380 align:middle line:84% every single one of us knows somebody. 01:29:31.380 --> 01:29:35.700 align:middle line:84% Every one of us knows somebody who's 01:29:35.700 --> 01:29:37.980 align:middle line:84% died because of this terrible epidemic. 01:29:37.980 --> 01:29:42.560 align:middle line:84% People will tell you marijuana isn't the problem. 01:29:42.560 --> 01:29:45.960 align:middle line:84% Well, I can tell you firsthand that I 01:29:45.960 --> 01:29:51.640 align:middle line:84% know that marijuana does create problems among young people. 01:29:51.640 --> 01:29:53.690 align:middle line:84% It's the last thing we ought to be 01:29:53.690 --> 01:29:56.190 align:middle line:90% doing without proper oversight. 01:29:56.190 --> 01:29:59.230 align:middle line:84% And I would urge you to vote against 01:29:59.230 --> 01:30:00.540 align:middle line:90% this consolidated amendment. 01:30:00.540 --> 01:30:01.998 align:middle line:84% Thank you very much, Madam Speaker. 01:30:01.998 --> 01:30:11.260 align:middle line:90% 01:30:11.260 --> 01:30:13.830 align:middle line:84% Question comes on adoption of the consolidated amendment. 01:30:13.830 --> 01:30:16.680 align:middle line:84% Roll call having been ordered, it will be called forthwith. 01:30:16.680 --> 01:30:18.820 align:middle line:84% Court officers will please summons the members 01:30:18.820 --> 01:30:20.770 align:middle line:84% and indicate that a roll call is in progress 01:30:20.770 --> 01:30:22.430 align:middle line:84% and will remain open for three minutes. 01:30:22.430 --> 01:33:30.410 align:middle line:90% 01:33:30.410 --> 01:33:32.160 align:middle line:84% Have all members voted who wish to do so? 01:33:32.160 --> 01:33:38.170 align:middle line:90% 01:33:38.170 --> 01:33:40.430 align:middle line:84% Have all members voted who wish to do so? 01:33:40.430 --> 01:33:42.510 align:middle line:90% Time for voting has expired. 01:33:42.510 --> 01:33:44.420 align:middle line:84% The clerk will display the tally. 01:33:44.420 --> 01:33:49.460 align:middle line:84% In this matter, 125 have indicated in the affirmative, 01:33:49.460 --> 01:33:51.510 align:middle line:90% 28 in the negative. 01:33:51.510 --> 01:33:55.300 align:middle line:84% The consolidated amendment is adopted. 01:33:55.300 --> 01:33:56.845 align:middle line:90% House will be in a brief recess. 01:33:56.845 --> 01:33:59.890 align:middle line:90% 01:33:59.890 --> 01:34:57.180 align:middle line:90% House will to come to order. 01:34:57.180 --> 01:34:59.810 align:middle line:90% 01:34:59.810 --> 01:35:01.847 align:middle line:84% Mr. Jones of North Reading offers an amendment 01:35:01.847 --> 01:35:02.930 align:middle line:90% in the hands of the clerk. 01:35:02.930 --> 01:35:06.020 align:middle line:84% The clerk will read the amendment. 01:35:06.020 --> 01:35:07.777 align:middle line:90% Amendment number 275. 01:35:07.777 --> 01:35:10.360 align:middle line:84% Mr. Jones of North Reading and other members of the House move 01:35:10.360 --> 01:35:13.350 align:middle line:84% to amend the bill by adding the following section-- 01:35:13.350 --> 01:35:17.170 align:middle line:84% there shall be an educational mandate task force to review-- 01:35:17.170 --> 01:35:18.690 align:middle line:84% If there be no objection, the clerk 01:35:18.690 --> 01:35:20.710 align:middle line:84% will dispense with the further reading of the amendment. 01:35:20.710 --> 01:35:22.050 align:middle line:90% Does the chair hear objection? 01:35:22.050 --> 01:35:23.100 align:middle line:90% Chair hears none. 01:35:23.100 --> 01:35:25.210 align:middle line:84% Question comes on adoption of the amendment. 01:35:25.210 --> 01:35:27.110 align:middle line:84% All those in favor say aye, opposed no. 01:35:27.110 --> 01:35:27.950 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 01:35:27.950 --> 01:35:29.000 align:middle line:90% The amendment is adopted. 01:35:29.000 --> 01:36:28.360 align:middle line:90% 01:36:28.360 --> 01:36:31.000 align:middle line:84% Ms. Hogan of Stow asks unanimous consent 01:36:31.000 --> 01:36:32.780 align:middle line:84% to be recorded on the previous roll call. 01:36:32.780 --> 01:36:34.029 align:middle line:90% Does the Chair hear objection? 01:36:34.029 --> 01:36:34.760 align:middle line:90% Chair hears none. 01:36:34.760 --> 01:36:37.890 align:middle line:84% Roll call number 35, Kate Hogan, yes. 01:36:37.890 --> 01:36:52.110 align:middle line:90% 01:36:52.110 --> 01:36:54.840 align:middle line:84% Mr. Moran of Lawrence asks for unanimous consent 01:36:54.840 --> 01:36:56.950 align:middle line:84% to be recorded on the previous two roll calls. 01:36:56.950 --> 01:36:58.200 align:middle line:90% Does the Chair hear objection? 01:36:58.200 --> 01:36:58.940 align:middle line:90% Chair hears none. 01:36:58.940 --> 01:37:03.040 align:middle line:90% 01:37:03.040 --> 01:37:08.280 align:middle line:84% On roll call number 34, Frank Moran, no. 01:37:08.280 --> 01:37:12.620 align:middle line:84% Roll call number 35, Frank Moran, yes. 01:37:12.620 --> 01:37:31.730 align:middle line:90% 01:37:31.730 --> 01:37:34.710 align:middle line:84% Mr. Gonzalez of Springfield asks unanimous consent 01:37:34.710 --> 01:37:36.440 align:middle line:84% to be recorded on the previous roll call. 01:37:36.440 --> 01:37:37.610 align:middle line:90% Does the Chair hear objection? 01:37:37.610 --> 01:37:38.318 align:middle line:90% Chair hears none. 01:37:38.318 --> 01:37:40.890 align:middle line:90% 01:37:40.890 --> 01:37:44.585 align:middle line:84% On roll call number 35, Carlos Gonzalez, yes. 01:37:44.585 --> 01:38:40.420 align:middle line:90% 01:38:40.420 --> 01:38:41.907 align:middle line:84% Ms. O'Connell offers an amendment 01:38:41.907 --> 01:38:42.990 align:middle line:90% in the hands of the clerk. 01:38:42.990 --> 01:38:44.406 align:middle line:84% The clerk will read the amendment. 01:38:44.406 --> 01:38:52.330 align:middle line:90% 01:38:52.330 --> 01:38:54.850 align:middle line:90% Amendment number 663. 01:38:54.850 --> 01:38:56.462 align:middle line:84% Representative O'Connell of Taunton 01:38:56.462 --> 01:38:57.920 align:middle line:84% and other members of the House move 01:38:57.920 --> 01:39:01.350 align:middle line:84% to amend the bill by adding the following section-- 01:39:01.350 --> 01:39:03.310 align:middle line:84% there shall be established a commission 01:39:03.310 --> 01:39:06.260 align:middle line:84% for the purpose of investigating and studying 01:39:06.260 --> 01:39:07.670 align:middle line:90% college affordability. 01:39:07.670 --> 01:39:08.832 align:middle line:90% The commission shall-- 01:39:08.832 --> 01:39:10.290 align:middle line:84% If there be no objection, the clerk 01:39:10.290 --> 01:39:12.170 align:middle line:84% will dispense with the further reading of the amendment. 01:39:12.170 --> 01:39:13.470 align:middle line:90% Does the Chair hear objection? 01:39:13.470 --> 01:39:14.760 align:middle line:90% Chair hears none. 01:39:14.760 --> 01:39:17.360 align:middle line:84% Chair recognizes Ms. O'Connell of Taunton. 01:39:17.360 --> 01:39:31.650 align:middle line:90% 01:39:31.650 --> 01:39:34.480 align:middle line:84% Thank you, Madam Speaker and through you to the members. 01:39:34.480 --> 01:39:37.360 align:middle line:84% The rising cost of college is something 01:39:37.360 --> 01:39:41.100 align:middle line:84% we've been discussing for years and years and something 01:39:41.100 --> 01:39:43.540 align:middle line:84% that we see families and students strapped 01:39:43.540 --> 01:39:45.910 align:middle line:90% with more and more debt. 01:39:45.910 --> 01:39:49.740 align:middle line:84% This amendment simply creates a commission 01:39:49.740 --> 01:39:54.890 align:middle line:84% to study the affordability at public and private colleges. 01:39:54.890 --> 01:39:59.640 align:middle line:84% And it brings together people from all sectors and interests 01:39:59.640 --> 01:40:03.220 align:middle line:84% to study a variety of different things 01:40:03.220 --> 01:40:08.030 align:middle line:84% like expenditures, expense accounts, bonuses, stipends. 01:40:08.030 --> 01:40:10.440 align:middle line:84% And I would remind you that this is probably 01:40:10.440 --> 01:40:13.360 align:middle line:84% pretty important to folks in your district 01:40:13.360 --> 01:40:17.380 align:middle line:84% who are strapped with thousands and thousands of dollars 01:40:17.380 --> 01:40:20.550 align:middle line:90% in student loans and debts. 01:40:20.550 --> 01:40:25.930 align:middle line:84% And it's a well-rounded study, and it is a desperately needed 01:40:25.930 --> 01:40:30.460 align:middle line:84% study, particularly as we hear more and more stories coming 01:40:30.460 --> 01:40:34.370 align:middle line:84% out about the UMass university system and the trouble 01:40:34.370 --> 01:40:36.320 align:middle line:90% that they are in right now. 01:40:36.320 --> 01:40:39.050 align:middle line:84% And yet we've known about that for years. 01:40:39.050 --> 01:40:42.650 align:middle line:84% No corrective action has been taken. 01:40:42.650 --> 01:40:47.380 align:middle line:84% Just over the past decade, across the five campuses, 01:40:47.380 --> 01:40:54.550 align:middle line:84% debt has gone from $1 billion to almost $3 billion, 01:40:54.550 --> 01:40:57.490 align:middle line:84% and payment for debts has tripled. 01:40:57.490 --> 01:41:00.920 align:middle line:84% But at the same time, the assistance deferred maintenance 01:41:00.920 --> 01:41:05.780 align:middle line:84% has grown from $2.7 billion to $3.3 billion. 01:41:05.780 --> 01:41:10.390 align:middle line:84% Also in the past decade, staffing has increased 29%. 01:41:10.390 --> 01:41:14.330 align:middle line:84% And the budget for employee salaries and fringe benefits 01:41:14.330 --> 01:41:19.640 align:middle line:90% grew by 2/3 over that period. 01:41:19.640 --> 01:41:21.230 align:middle line:90% Costs are out of control. 01:41:21.230 --> 01:41:25.530 align:middle line:84% It is at a crisis right now for families that are struggling. 01:41:25.530 --> 01:41:29.930 align:middle line:84% And it really is our duty to dig in, find out why, and fix it. 01:41:29.930 --> 01:41:32.300 align:middle line:84% Everyone keeps asking the question, 01:41:32.300 --> 01:41:34.500 align:middle line:90% why are college costs so high? 01:41:34.500 --> 01:41:37.080 align:middle line:84% But no one seems to be able to answer it. 01:41:37.080 --> 01:41:39.900 align:middle line:84% And we can't expect the taxpayers 01:41:39.900 --> 01:41:43.610 align:middle line:84% to just keep giving more and more money when we give them 01:41:43.610 --> 01:41:45.420 align:middle line:90% no answers. 01:41:45.420 --> 01:41:47.440 align:middle line:84% And by the way, this is an amendment 01:41:47.440 --> 01:41:49.970 align:middle line:84% we really can all agree on because we all 01:41:49.970 --> 01:41:53.820 align:middle line:84% agreed on it last year when it passed unanimously 01:41:53.820 --> 01:41:54.850 align:middle line:90% in this budget. 01:41:54.850 --> 01:41:57.100 align:middle line:84% It was the right thing to do last year. 01:41:57.100 --> 01:42:00.490 align:middle line:84% It was the right thing to do for families, for our constituents, 01:42:00.490 --> 01:42:02.660 align:middle line:84% and it is the right thing to do this year. 01:42:02.660 --> 01:42:06.030 align:middle line:84% I hope you'll join me in adopting this amendment. 01:42:06.030 --> 01:42:10.660 align:middle line:84% And I ask for a call of the yeas and nays. 01:42:10.660 --> 01:42:13.400 align:middle line:84% Gentlelady asks for a call of the yeas and nays. 01:42:13.400 --> 01:42:14.880 align:middle line:84% Those joining with her will stand, 01:42:14.880 --> 01:42:16.800 align:middle line:84% and the monitors will return the count. 01:42:16.800 --> 01:42:17.500 align:middle line:90% First division? 01:42:17.500 --> 01:42:19.360 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 01:42:19.360 --> 01:42:21.390 align:middle line:90% Second division? 01:42:21.390 --> 01:42:21.890 align:middle line:90% 16. 01:42:21.890 --> 01:42:24.330 align:middle line:84% Sufficient number having arisen, the yeas and nays 01:42:24.330 --> 01:42:25.620 align:middle line:90% will be called. 01:42:25.620 --> 01:42:28.070 align:middle line:84% Court officers will please summons the members 01:42:28.070 --> 01:42:30.600 align:middle line:84% and indicate to them that a roll call is in progress 01:42:30.600 --> 01:42:32.440 align:middle line:84% and will remain open for three minutes. 01:42:32.440 --> 01:43:43.380 align:middle line:90% 01:43:43.380 --> 01:43:46.120 align:middle line:84% Mr. Cassidy of Brockton asks unanimous consent 01:43:46.120 --> 01:43:49.380 align:middle line:84% to be recorded on roll call number 35. 01:43:49.380 --> 01:43:51.040 align:middle line:90% Does Chair hear objection? 01:43:51.040 --> 01:43:54.020 align:middle line:90% Chair hears none. 01:43:54.020 --> 01:43:56.590 align:middle line:84% I'm sorry that was roll call number 34. 01:43:56.590 --> 01:44:01.270 align:middle line:84% On roll call number 34, Gerard Cassidy, no. 01:44:01.270 --> 01:44:04.030 align:middle line:84% Mr. Rushing of Boston asks unanimous consent 01:44:04.030 --> 01:44:06.131 align:middle line:84% to be recorded on the previous two roll calls. 01:44:06.131 --> 01:44:07.380 align:middle line:90% Does the Chair hear objection? 01:44:07.380 --> 01:44:08.920 align:middle line:90% Chair hears none. 01:44:08.920 --> 01:44:11.590 align:middle line:84% On roll call number 34, Byron Rushing, no. 01:44:11.590 --> 01:44:14.325 align:middle line:84% Roll call number 35, Byron Rushing, yes. 01:44:14.325 --> 01:44:45.970 align:middle line:90% 01:44:45.970 --> 01:44:48.450 align:middle line:84% Ms. Garlick of Needham asks unanimous consent 01:44:48.450 --> 01:44:51.650 align:middle line:84% to be recorded on roll calls number 34 and 35. 01:44:51.650 --> 01:44:52.830 align:middle line:90% Does Chair hear objection? 01:44:52.830 --> 01:44:53.890 align:middle line:90% Chair hears none. 01:44:53.890 --> 01:44:57.590 align:middle line:84% Roll call number 34, Denise Garlick, no. 01:44:57.590 --> 01:45:00.925 align:middle line:84% Roll call number 35, Denise Garlick, yes. 01:45:00.925 --> 01:46:03.432 align:middle line:90% 01:46:03.432 --> 01:46:05.140 align:middle line:84% Have all members voted who wish to do so? 01:46:05.140 --> 01:46:07.770 align:middle line:90% 01:46:07.770 --> 01:46:10.790 align:middle line:84% Have all members voted who wish to do so? 01:46:10.790 --> 01:46:28.410 align:middle line:90% 01:46:28.410 --> 01:46:29.790 align:middle line:90% Time for voting has expired. 01:46:29.790 --> 01:46:31.850 align:middle line:84% The clerk will display the tally. 01:46:31.850 --> 01:46:35.500 align:middle line:84% In this matter, 38 have voted in the affirmative, 01:46:35.500 --> 01:46:37.130 align:middle line:90% 120 in the negative. 01:46:37.130 --> 01:46:38.450 align:middle line:90% The amendment is not adopted. 01:46:38.450 --> 01:46:45.900 align:middle line:90% 01:46:45.900 --> 01:46:47.617 align:middle line:84% Mr. Diehl of Whitman offers an amendment 01:46:47.617 --> 01:46:48.700 align:middle line:90% in the hands of the clerk. 01:46:48.700 --> 01:46:50.116 align:middle line:84% The clerk will read the amendment. 01:46:50.116 --> 01:46:58.450 align:middle line:90% 01:46:58.450 --> 01:47:02.404 align:middle line:90% Amendment number 810. 01:47:02.404 --> 01:47:04.570 align:middle line:84% Mr. Diehl of Whitman moves to amend a bill by adding 01:47:04.570 --> 01:47:05.760 align:middle line:90% the following section-- 01:47:05.760 --> 01:47:08.090 align:middle line:84% the special Education Advisory Council 01:47:08.090 --> 01:47:11.020 align:middle line:84% shall be tasked with drafting regulations 01:47:11.020 --> 01:47:14.460 align:middle line:84% on the training and licensing of special education advisers 01:47:14.460 --> 01:47:17.180 align:middle line:84% to be referred to the Department of Elementary and Secondary 01:47:17.180 --> 01:47:18.727 align:middle line:90% Education. 01:47:18.727 --> 01:47:20.560 align:middle line:84% Question comes on adoption of the amendment. 01:47:20.560 --> 01:47:22.640 align:middle line:84% Chair recognizes Mr. Diehl of Whitman. 01:47:22.640 --> 01:47:26.940 align:middle line:90% 01:47:26.940 --> 01:47:29.410 align:middle line:84% Thank you, Madam Speaker and through you to the members. 01:47:29.410 --> 01:47:32.760 align:middle line:84% I rise to speak in favor of amendment number 810 01:47:32.760 --> 01:47:35.020 align:middle line:84% relative to special education advisers 01:47:35.020 --> 01:47:38.740 align:middle line:84% or they can be called consultants or advocates here 01:47:38.740 --> 01:47:40.210 align:middle line:90% in the state of Massachusetts. 01:47:40.210 --> 01:47:43.181 align:middle line:84% Special education advisers, consultants, advocates, 01:47:43.181 --> 01:47:45.430 align:middle line:84% whatever you want to call them, perform important work 01:47:45.430 --> 01:47:47.400 align:middle line:84% related to education of our young people 01:47:47.400 --> 01:47:48.460 align:middle line:90% with special needs. 01:47:48.460 --> 01:47:51.040 align:middle line:84% However, right now they do not need a license 01:47:51.040 --> 01:47:53.020 align:middle line:84% from the Department of Elementary and Secondary 01:47:53.020 --> 01:47:55.910 align:middle line:84% Education to perform that important work. 01:47:55.910 --> 01:47:58.820 align:middle line:84% There are no standardized services, fees, 01:47:58.820 --> 01:48:02.950 align:middle line:84% nor accreditation for these advisors, consultants, 01:48:02.950 --> 01:48:06.300 align:middle line:84% advocates who engage our school districts to develop 01:48:06.300 --> 01:48:08.020 align:middle line:90% IEPs for their clients. 01:48:08.020 --> 01:48:10.580 align:middle line:84% I believe it's important to the safety and education 01:48:10.580 --> 01:48:12.590 align:middle line:84% of our special needs students to make sure 01:48:12.590 --> 01:48:14.830 align:middle line:84% that the people performing this work 01:48:14.830 --> 01:48:16.450 align:middle line:90% meet certain minimal standards. 01:48:16.450 --> 01:48:18.600 align:middle line:84% That's why I proposed this amendment. 01:48:18.600 --> 01:48:21.820 align:middle line:84% Under amendment 810, the Special Education Advisory Council 01:48:21.820 --> 01:48:24.430 align:middle line:84% will be tasked with drafting regulations 01:48:24.430 --> 01:48:27.770 align:middle line:84% on the training and licensing of special education advisers 01:48:27.770 --> 01:48:30.380 align:middle line:84% or consultants or advocates, which would be referred 01:48:30.380 --> 01:48:32.670 align:middle line:84% to the Department of Elementary and Secondary 01:48:32.670 --> 01:48:34.140 align:middle line:90% Education for action. 01:48:34.140 --> 01:48:35.360 align:middle line:90% Thank you, Madam Speaker. 01:48:35.360 --> 01:48:36.859 align:middle line:84% And I ask that when a vote be taken, 01:48:36.859 --> 01:48:38.940 align:middle line:84% it be taken by a call of the yeas and nays. 01:48:38.940 --> 01:48:40.810 align:middle line:84% Gentleman moves that when the vote be taken, 01:48:40.810 --> 01:48:42.130 align:middle line:84% it be done with the yeas and nays. 01:48:42.130 --> 01:48:43.580 align:middle line:84% Those joining with him will stand, 01:48:43.580 --> 01:48:45.490 align:middle line:84% and the monitors will return the count. 01:48:45.490 --> 01:48:47.511 align:middle line:90% First division. 01:48:47.511 --> 01:48:48.010 align:middle line:90% 0. 01:48:48.010 --> 01:48:48.510 align:middle line:90% 0. 01:48:48.510 --> 01:48:49.991 align:middle line:90% Second division? 01:48:49.991 --> 01:48:50.490 align:middle line:90% 16. 01:48:50.490 --> 01:48:50.990 align:middle line:90% 16. 01:48:50.990 --> 01:48:53.630 align:middle line:84% Sufficient number having arisen, the yeas and nays 01:48:53.630 --> 01:48:55.070 align:middle line:90% will be called forthwith. 01:48:55.070 --> 01:48:57.230 align:middle line:84% Court officers, please summons the members, 01:48:57.230 --> 01:49:00.450 align:middle line:84% indicate to them that a roll call is in progress 01:49:00.450 --> 01:49:02.140 align:middle line:84% and will remain open for three minutes. 01:49:02.140 --> 01:50:12.540 align:middle line:90% 01:50:12.540 --> 01:52:25.340 align:middle line:84% Have all members voted who wish to do so? 01:52:25.340 --> 01:52:28.930 align:middle line:90% 01:52:28.930 --> 01:52:30.760 align:middle line:84% Have all members voted who wish to do so? 01:52:30.760 --> 01:52:32.530 align:middle line:90% Time for voting has expired. 01:52:32.530 --> 01:52:34.440 align:middle line:84% The clerk will display the tally. 01:52:34.440 --> 01:52:37.630 align:middle line:84% In this matter, 27 have voted in the affirmative, 01:52:37.630 --> 01:52:39.650 align:middle line:90% 131 in the negative. 01:52:39.650 --> 01:52:41.230 align:middle line:90% The amendment is not adopted. 01:52:41.230 --> 01:53:01.270 align:middle line:90% 01:53:01.270 --> 01:53:03.467 align:middle line:84% Mr. Lyons of Andover offers an amendment 01:53:03.467 --> 01:53:04.550 align:middle line:90% in the hands of the clerk. 01:53:04.550 --> 01:53:05.966 align:middle line:84% The clerk will read the amendment. 01:53:05.966 --> 01:53:10.230 align:middle line:90% 01:53:10.230 --> 01:53:12.510 align:middle line:90% Amendment number 886. 01:53:12.510 --> 01:53:15.260 align:middle line:84% Representative Lyons of Andover and Lombardo of Billerica 01:53:15.260 --> 01:53:20.320 align:middle line:84% move to amend the bill in section 2, an item, 1233 2350 01:53:20.320 --> 01:53:25.732 align:middle line:84% by striking out the figures $1,061,783,475. 01:53:25.732 --> 01:53:27.190 align:middle line:84% If there be no objection, the clerk 01:53:27.190 --> 01:53:29.100 align:middle line:84% will dispense with the further reading of the amendment. 01:53:29.100 --> 01:53:30.280 align:middle line:90% Does the Chair hear objection? 01:53:30.280 --> 01:53:31.020 align:middle line:90% Chair hears none. 01:53:31.020 --> 01:53:32.853 align:middle line:84% Question comes on adoption of the amendment. 01:53:32.853 --> 01:53:34.910 align:middle line:84% Chair recognizes Mr. Lyons of Andover. 01:53:34.910 --> 01:53:56.040 align:middle line:90% 01:53:56.040 --> 01:53:58.340 align:middle line:90% Thank you, Madam Speaker. 01:53:58.340 --> 01:54:01.820 align:middle line:90% I speak to an amendment of-- 01:54:01.820 --> 01:54:04.720 align:middle line:84% we have a plan that we've got before the legislature 01:54:04.720 --> 01:54:16.320 align:middle line:84% regarding MassHealth and certain parts of MassHealth 01:54:16.320 --> 01:54:17.570 align:middle line:90% that we hope to reform. 01:54:17.570 --> 01:54:20.320 align:middle line:84% And we hope to have some savings from it. 01:54:20.320 --> 01:54:22.690 align:middle line:84% And the reason I have to talk to this amendment 01:54:22.690 --> 01:54:26.285 align:middle line:84% now is because it's part of our overall plan. 01:54:26.285 --> 01:54:27.660 align:middle line:84% And the amendment would basically 01:54:27.660 --> 01:54:29.480 align:middle line:84% increase whatever savings that we 01:54:29.480 --> 01:54:32.980 align:middle line:84% were able to generate through the two areas 01:54:32.980 --> 01:54:35.450 align:middle line:84% that we're working on-- would be redirected 01:54:35.450 --> 01:54:37.970 align:middle line:90% to the local communities. 01:54:37.970 --> 01:54:40.810 align:middle line:84% So I would ask Madam Speaker that when 01:54:40.810 --> 01:54:44.540 align:middle line:84% we take a vote on this, we vote on it with a call of the yeas 01:54:44.540 --> 01:54:45.190 align:middle line:90% and nays. 01:54:45.190 --> 01:54:48.730 align:middle line:90% Madam Speaker, thank you. 01:54:48.730 --> 01:54:50.464 align:middle line:84% Gentleman moves that when this is called, 01:54:50.464 --> 01:54:51.880 align:middle line:84% it be done with the yeas and nays. 01:54:51.880 --> 01:54:53.310 align:middle line:84% Those joining with him will stand, 01:54:53.310 --> 01:54:54.934 align:middle line:84% and the monitors will return the count. 01:54:54.934 --> 01:54:56.860 align:middle line:90% First division? 01:54:56.860 --> 01:54:57.360 align:middle line:90% 0. 01:54:57.360 --> 01:54:57.860 align:middle line:90% 0. 01:54:57.860 --> 01:54:58.650 align:middle line:90% Second division? 01:54:58.650 --> 01:54:59.320 align:middle line:90% 16. 01:54:59.320 --> 01:54:59.900 align:middle line:90% 16. 01:54:59.900 --> 01:55:02.350 align:middle line:84% Sufficient number having arisen, the yeas and nays 01:55:02.350 --> 01:55:03.540 align:middle line:90% will be called forthwith. 01:55:03.540 --> 01:55:06.000 align:middle line:84% The court officers will please summons the members, 01:55:06.000 --> 01:55:09.820 align:middle line:84% indicate to them that a roll call is in progress 01:55:09.820 --> 01:55:11.480 align:middle line:84% and will remain open for three minutes. 01:55:11.480 --> 01:55:24.760 align:middle line:90% 01:55:24.760 --> 01:55:26.230 align:middle line:84% The Chair will remind the members 01:55:26.230 --> 01:55:30.920 align:middle line:84% that anyone who is interested in the category of Public Health, 01:55:30.920 --> 01:59:26.160 align:middle line:84% they are meeting as we speak in room 348. 01:59:26.160 --> 01:59:27.950 align:middle line:84% Have all members voted who wish to do so? 01:59:27.950 --> 01:59:56.060 align:middle line:90% 01:59:56.060 --> 01:59:58.030 align:middle line:84% Have all members voted who wish to do so? 01:59:58.030 --> 01:59:59.800 align:middle line:90% Time for voting has expired. 01:59:59.800 --> 02:00:01.175 align:middle line:84% The clerk will display the tally. 02:00:01.175 --> 02:00:05.180 align:middle line:90% 02:00:05.180 --> 02:00:09.030 align:middle line:84% In this matter, 11 have voted in the affirmative, and 130 02:00:09.030 --> 02:00:09.840 align:middle line:90% in the negative. 02:00:09.840 --> 02:00:11.720 align:middle line:90% The amendment is not adopted. 02:00:11.720 --> 02:00:29.250 align:middle line:90% [AUDIO OUT] 02:00:29.250 --> 02:00:32.960 align:middle line:84% Ms. Vincent of Revere asks unanimous consent 02:00:32.960 --> 02:00:34.690 align:middle line:84% to be recorded on the previous roll call. 02:00:34.690 --> 02:00:35.940 align:middle line:90% Does the Chair hear objection? 02:00:35.940 --> 02:00:38.300 align:middle line:90% The Chair hears none. 02:00:38.300 --> 02:00:40.680 align:middle line:84% Roll Call number 38, RoseLee Vincent, no. 02:00:40.680 --> 02:00:52.800 align:middle line:90% 02:00:52.800 --> 02:00:55.390 align:middle line:90% [AUDIO OUT] 02:00:55.390 --> 02:00:58.310 align:middle line:84% Mr. Crocker of Barnstable asks unanimous consent 02:00:58.310 --> 02:00:59.950 align:middle line:84% to be recorded on a previous roll call. 02:00:59.950 --> 02:01:01.199 align:middle line:90% Does the Chair hear objection? 02:01:01.199 --> 02:01:03.570 align:middle line:90% The Chair hears none. 02:01:03.570 --> 02:01:09.760 align:middle line:84% On Roll Call number 38, William Crocker, yes. 02:01:09.760 --> 02:01:14.900 align:middle line:90% 02:01:14.900 --> 02:01:21.930 align:middle line:90% [AUDIO OUT] 02:01:21.930 --> 02:01:24.604 align:middle line:84% Mr. Dempsey of Haverhill offers a consolidated amendment. 02:01:24.604 --> 02:01:26.020 align:middle line:84% The clerk will read the amendment. 02:01:26.020 --> 02:01:32.860 align:middle line:90% [AUDIO OUT] 02:01:32.860 --> 02:01:37.150 align:middle line:84% Consolidated Amendment "A" in the category 02:01:37.150 --> 02:01:39.430 align:middle line:90% of Education and Local Aid. 02:01:39.430 --> 02:01:42.010 align:middle line:84% Mr. Dempsey of Haverhill, all of the amendments 02:01:42.010 --> 02:01:44.840 align:middle line:84% have been accounted for within the category. 02:01:44.840 --> 02:01:48.320 align:middle line:84% Amendment number 423 has been recategorized to legislation 02:01:48.320 --> 02:01:49.210 align:middle line:90% on budget. 02:01:49.210 --> 02:01:52.480 align:middle line:90% Fiscal note, $16,695,861. 02:01:52.480 --> 02:01:55.460 align:middle line:84% Mr. Dempsey of Haverhill and others move to amend the bill 02:01:55.460 --> 02:01:58.670 align:middle line:84% in Section Two by inserting after item 1599-7104 02:01:58.670 --> 02:02:02.230 align:middle line:84% the following two items, 1599-7114 will reserve 02:02:02.230 --> 02:02:03.612 align:middle line:90% for costs associated UMass-- 02:02:03.612 --> 02:02:05.070 align:middle line:84% If there be no objection, the clerk 02:02:05.070 --> 02:02:06.860 align:middle line:84% will dispense with a further reading of any amendment. 02:02:06.860 --> 02:02:08.109 align:middle line:90% Does the Chair hear objection? 02:02:08.109 --> 02:02:10.930 align:middle line:90% The Chair hears none. 02:02:10.930 --> 02:02:13.035 align:middle line:84% Question comes on adoption of the amendment. 02:02:13.035 --> 02:02:15.560 align:middle line:90% 02:02:15.560 --> 02:02:16.717 align:middle line:90% Roll call being required. 02:02:16.717 --> 02:02:18.175 align:middle line:84% Roll call will be called forthwith. 02:02:18.175 --> 02:02:21.080 align:middle line:90% 02:02:21.080 --> 02:02:21.720 align:middle line:90% Wait a minute. 02:02:21.720 --> 02:02:22.220 align:middle line:90% No no no. 02:02:22.220 --> 02:02:28.890 align:middle line:90% 02:02:28.890 --> 02:02:29.390 align:middle line:90% [AUDIO OUT] 02:02:29.390 --> 02:02:32.514 align:middle line:90% The Chair is in error. 02:02:32.514 --> 02:02:33.930 align:middle line:84% Pending adoption of the amendment, 02:02:33.930 --> 02:02:36.650 align:middle line:84% the Chair recognizes Ms. Peisch issue of Wellesley. 02:02:36.650 --> 02:02:39.110 align:middle line:84% As the lady approaches the microphone, 02:02:39.110 --> 02:02:42.510 align:middle line:84% Mr. Silvia of Fall River and Ms. Peake of Provincetown 02:02:42.510 --> 02:02:45.090 align:middle line:84% ask unanimous consent to be recorded on the previous roll 02:02:45.090 --> 02:02:45.670 align:middle line:90% call. 02:02:45.670 --> 02:02:47.100 align:middle line:90% Does the Chair hear objection? 02:02:47.100 --> 02:02:49.360 align:middle line:90% The Chair hears none. 02:02:49.360 --> 02:02:52.290 align:middle line:84% On Roll Call number 38, Sarah Peake yes. 02:02:52.290 --> 02:02:54.280 align:middle line:90% Alan Silvia, yes. 02:02:54.280 --> 02:03:11.760 align:middle line:90% [AUDIO OUT] 02:03:11.760 --> 02:03:15.690 align:middle line:84% The clerk will recall Mr. Silvia of Fall River, 02:03:15.690 --> 02:03:18.780 align:middle line:90% Ms. Peake of Provincetown. 02:03:18.780 --> 02:03:22.530 align:middle line:84% On Roll Call 38, Sarah Peake, no. 02:03:22.530 --> 02:03:24.070 align:middle line:90% Alan Silvia, no. 02:03:24.070 --> 02:03:28.470 align:middle line:90% 02:03:28.470 --> 02:03:31.700 align:middle line:90% Ms. Barber of Sommerville. 02:03:31.700 --> 02:03:34.360 align:middle line:90% Mr.-- 02:03:34.360 --> 02:03:42.330 align:middle line:90% [AUDIO OUT] 02:03:42.330 --> 02:03:49.780 align:middle line:84% Mr. Cassidy of Brockton, Mr. Lewis of Framingham, 02:03:49.780 --> 02:03:51.920 align:middle line:84% Ms. Poirier of North Attleborough 02:03:51.920 --> 02:03:54.391 align:middle line:84% ask unanimous consent to be recorded on the previous roll 02:03:54.391 --> 02:03:54.890 align:middle line:90% call. 02:03:54.890 --> 02:03:57.020 align:middle line:90% Does the Chair hear objection? 02:03:57.020 --> 02:04:00.087 align:middle line:90% [AUDIO OUT] 02:04:00.087 --> 02:04:01.170 align:middle line:90% Does Chair hear objection? 02:04:01.170 --> 02:04:01.878 align:middle line:90% Chair hears none. 02:04:01.878 --> 02:04:04.780 align:middle line:90% 02:04:04.780 --> 02:04:09.240 align:middle line:84% On roll call number 38, Gerard Cassidy, no. 02:04:09.240 --> 02:04:11.050 align:middle line:90% Christine Barber, no. 02:04:11.050 --> 02:04:13.640 align:middle line:90% Jack Patrick Lewis, no. 02:04:13.640 --> 02:04:16.550 align:middle line:84% Mrs. Poirier of North Attleborough, yes. 02:04:16.550 --> 02:04:20.200 align:middle line:90% 02:04:20.200 --> 02:04:21.740 align:middle line:90% Elizabeth Poirier, no. 02:04:21.740 --> 02:04:27.500 align:middle line:90% [AUDIO OUT] 02:04:27.500 --> 02:04:31.579 align:middle line:84% Chair recognizes Ms. Peisch of Wellesley. 02:04:31.579 --> 02:04:32.620 align:middle line:90% Thank you, Madam Speaker. 02:04:32.620 --> 02:04:33.995 align:middle line:84% And through you to the members, I 02:04:33.995 --> 02:04:36.337 align:middle line:84% rise in support of the consolidated education 02:04:36.337 --> 02:04:38.670 align:middle line:84% amendment for the Department of Early Education and Care 02:04:38.670 --> 02:04:41.910 align:middle line:84% in the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. 02:04:41.910 --> 02:04:45.380 align:middle line:84% This amendment demonstrates the House's continued commitment 02:04:45.380 --> 02:04:46.067 align:middle line:90% to education. 02:04:46.067 --> 02:04:48.150 align:middle line:84% I would like to thank the Speaker and the Chairman 02:04:48.150 --> 02:04:51.810 align:middle line:84% of Ways and Means for their strong support of the House 02:04:51.810 --> 02:04:53.550 align:middle line:90% commitment to education. 02:04:53.550 --> 02:04:57.680 align:middle line:84% I'd just like to take a minute to highlight what the education 02:04:57.680 --> 02:05:02.430 align:middle line:84% budget does in this year's FY18 budget. 02:05:02.430 --> 02:05:09.210 align:middle line:84% We increase Chapter 70 Local Aid by over $105 million dollars, 02:05:09.210 --> 02:05:12.640 align:middle line:84% a $14.9 million increase over the governor's budget. 02:05:12.640 --> 02:05:16.460 align:middle line:84% We take the first step towards funding the most significant 02:05:16.460 --> 02:05:19.270 align:middle line:84% recommendation of the Foundation Budget Review Commission 02:05:19.270 --> 02:05:23.360 align:middle line:84% by increasing funding for the health care benefits component 02:05:23.360 --> 02:05:25.480 align:middle line:84% of the Foundation Budget Review Commission 02:05:25.480 --> 02:05:28.040 align:middle line:84% for employees and retired teachers. 02:05:28.040 --> 02:05:30.960 align:middle line:84% In addition, we generously fund a pothole account 02:05:30.960 --> 02:05:34.570 align:middle line:84% to take into account those communities that 02:05:34.570 --> 02:05:37.890 align:middle line:84% have had some issues relative to low-income students 02:05:37.890 --> 02:05:40.620 align:middle line:84% accounting due to a change in the federal government's 02:05:40.620 --> 02:05:45.140 align:middle line:84% requirement for free and reduced lunch eligibility. 02:05:45.140 --> 02:05:49.110 align:middle line:84% In addition to that, we have increased the METCO budget 02:05:49.110 --> 02:05:52.330 align:middle line:84% substantially over both the governor's budget 02:05:52.330 --> 02:05:54.660 align:middle line:90% and our prior year's budget. 02:05:54.660 --> 02:05:58.360 align:middle line:84% And in addition to that, we have greatly increased 02:05:58.360 --> 02:06:01.010 align:middle line:84% after-school grants, Safe and Supportive School, 02:06:01.010 --> 02:06:09.050 align:middle line:84% state aid to regional libraries, as well as 02:06:09.050 --> 02:06:13.840 align:middle line:84% the Center for the Book, which I know many of you 02:06:13.840 --> 02:06:14.930 align:middle line:90% are interested in. 02:06:14.930 --> 02:06:19.010 align:middle line:84% I strongly urge your support for the consolidated amendment, 02:06:19.010 --> 02:06:23.900 align:middle line:84% which continues what I think is the strong support 02:06:23.900 --> 02:06:25.930 align:middle line:84% for public education in Massachusetts 02:06:25.930 --> 02:06:28.760 align:middle line:84% so that we can continue to lead the country in this area. 02:06:28.760 --> 02:06:30.220 align:middle line:90% Thank you. 02:06:30.220 --> 02:06:34.753 align:middle line:84% The Chair recognizes Mr. Scibak of Southampton. 02:06:34.753 --> 02:06:39.030 align:middle line:90% 02:06:39.030 --> 02:06:42.399 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 02:06:42.399 --> 02:06:43.440 align:middle line:90% Thank you, Madam Speaker. 02:06:43.440 --> 02:06:46.370 align:middle line:84% I would like to thank Chairman Dempsey and the Speaker 02:06:46.370 --> 02:06:48.650 align:middle line:84% for support for higher education funding, 02:06:48.650 --> 02:06:50.590 align:middle line:84% despite this difficult fiscal year. 02:06:50.590 --> 02:06:53.014 align:middle line:84% This House Budget provides nearly a million dollars 02:06:53.014 --> 02:06:54.680 align:middle line:84% for state scholarships and financial aid 02:06:54.680 --> 02:06:58.237 align:middle line:84% line-item over what was appropriated an FY17. 02:06:58.237 --> 02:07:00.070 align:middle line:84% We're providing an increase in state funding 02:07:00.070 --> 02:07:02.060 align:middle line:84% for the operation of the University of Massachusetts, 02:07:02.060 --> 02:07:04.185 align:middle line:84% our community colleges, and our state universities, 02:07:04.185 --> 02:07:06.100 align:middle line:90% again, over the FY17 levels. 02:07:06.100 --> 02:07:08.100 align:middle line:84% We increased funding for dual enrollment 02:07:08.100 --> 02:07:10.340 align:middle line:84% from the $750,000 as were initially 02:07:10.340 --> 02:07:12.050 align:middle line:84% proposed to $1 million, which makes 02:07:12.050 --> 02:07:13.879 align:middle line:84% it possible for high school students 02:07:13.879 --> 02:07:15.670 align:middle line:84% to get a head start in college and increase 02:07:15.670 --> 02:07:17.480 align:middle line:84% the likelihood that they'll be ready for, 02:07:17.480 --> 02:07:18.600 align:middle line:90% and succeed in college. 02:07:18.600 --> 02:07:21.100 align:middle line:84% We increased funding for the Inclusive Concurrent Enrollment 02:07:21.100 --> 02:07:23.590 align:middle line:84% program, provide funding and restore it 02:07:23.590 --> 02:07:25.490 align:middle line:84% for the Nursing and Allied Health program, 02:07:25.490 --> 02:07:28.450 align:middle line:84% provide $200,000 for a partnership between the state 02:07:28.450 --> 02:07:30.090 align:middle line:84% universities and community colleges 02:07:30.090 --> 02:07:32.720 align:middle line:84% to undertake collaborative efforts to increase efficiency 02:07:32.720 --> 02:07:33.820 align:middle line:90% and reduce costs. 02:07:33.820 --> 02:07:35.860 align:middle line:84% And we authorize the Board of Higher Education 02:07:35.860 --> 02:07:38.490 align:middle line:84% to join an interstate reciprocity agreement that 02:07:38.490 --> 02:07:40.940 align:middle line:84% will allow Massachusetts colleges to offer 02:07:40.940 --> 02:07:42.960 align:middle line:84% online education in other states, 02:07:42.960 --> 02:07:46.360 align:middle line:84% and allow these degree-granting institutions 02:07:46.360 --> 02:07:48.901 align:middle line:84% to offer their own online programs in Massachusetts. 02:07:48.901 --> 02:07:50.650 align:middle line:84% In another year where money remains tight, 02:07:50.650 --> 02:07:52.150 align:middle line:84% we're moving forward in our efforts. 02:07:52.150 --> 02:07:54.690 align:middle line:84% And I, like my colleague before me, 02:07:54.690 --> 02:07:58.770 align:middle line:84% urge favorable vote on the consolidated amendment. 02:07:58.770 --> 02:08:01.260 align:middle line:90% Thank you. 02:08:01.260 --> 02:08:03.490 align:middle line:84% Chair recognizes Mr. Cabral of New Bedford. 02:08:03.490 --> 02:08:06.110 align:middle line:84% While the gentleman approaches the microphone, 02:08:06.110 --> 02:08:11.282 align:middle line:84% Mr. Ultrino of Malden asks unanimous consent 02:08:11.282 --> 02:08:12.990 align:middle line:84% to be recorded on the previous roll call. 02:08:12.990 --> 02:08:14.073 align:middle line:90% The Chair hears objection? 02:08:14.073 --> 02:08:15.040 align:middle line:90% The Chair hears none. 02:08:15.040 --> 02:08:18.110 align:middle line:84% On Roll Call number 38, Steven Ultrino, no. 02:08:18.110 --> 02:08:30.560 align:middle line:90% [AUDIO OUT] 02:08:30.560 --> 02:08:33.710 align:middle line:84% Chair recognizes Mr. Cabral of New Bedford. 02:08:33.710 --> 02:08:36.270 align:middle line:84% Madam Speaker, through you to the members, 02:08:36.270 --> 02:08:40.340 align:middle line:84% I rise in support of the consolidated amendment. 02:08:40.340 --> 02:08:45.400 align:middle line:84% But I wanted to really take the unrestricted local aid 02:08:45.400 --> 02:08:47.530 align:middle line:84% and begin a conversation with all of you. 02:08:47.530 --> 02:08:52.180 align:middle line:84% I've been working as the chair on the Gateway Cities 02:08:52.180 --> 02:08:55.020 align:middle line:84% Legislative Caucus, and we've been doing a lot of work 02:08:55.020 --> 02:08:59.910 align:middle line:84% over the last several years, [INAUDIBLE] several sessions, 02:08:59.910 --> 02:09:06.160 align:middle line:84% in trying to really affect the local aid that we receive, 02:09:06.160 --> 02:09:08.660 align:middle line:90% our communities receive. 02:09:08.660 --> 02:09:12.490 align:middle line:84% As you know, a few years back, the Federal Reserve Bank 02:09:12.490 --> 02:09:17.490 align:middle line:84% of Boston did a study and came up with a white paper, 02:09:17.490 --> 02:09:19.280 align:middle line:84% and made some recommendations that we 02:09:19.280 --> 02:09:22.630 align:middle line:84% should consider changing the way we 02:09:22.630 --> 02:09:25.530 align:middle line:90% provide unrestricted local aid. 02:09:25.530 --> 02:09:27.480 align:middle line:84% We should take into consideration 02:09:27.480 --> 02:09:29.320 align:middle line:84% what they call in their white paper, 02:09:29.320 --> 02:09:32.920 align:middle line:84% in their study, the municipal gap, which 02:09:32.920 --> 02:09:36.970 align:middle line:84% is the ability of the community to raise its own revenues 02:09:36.970 --> 02:09:43.020 align:middle line:84% and the so-called fixed costs to that community. 02:09:43.020 --> 02:09:47.600 align:middle line:84% So in reality, creating a real formula. 02:09:47.600 --> 02:09:53.060 align:middle line:84% A real formula that takes into consideration 02:09:53.060 --> 02:09:57.560 align:middle line:84% the ability of that community to raise revenue on its own, 02:09:57.560 --> 02:10:01.170 align:middle line:84% and the expenses that each one of those communities 02:10:01.170 --> 02:10:03.220 align:middle line:90% are saddled with. 02:10:03.220 --> 02:10:05.610 align:middle line:84% As you know presently, the way we do it, 02:10:05.610 --> 02:10:09.670 align:middle line:84% whatever percentage we could increase local aid by, 02:10:09.670 --> 02:10:13.400 align:middle line:84% we just add to the previous amount 02:10:13.400 --> 02:10:17.230 align:middle line:84% that that community receives on the previous fiscal year. 02:10:17.230 --> 02:10:20.980 align:middle line:84% Presently, the budget before us, the recommendation 02:10:20.980 --> 02:10:25.190 align:middle line:84% is 3.9% increase on local aid, which means, 02:10:25.190 --> 02:10:27.850 align:middle line:90% in total, $39 million dollars. 02:10:27.850 --> 02:10:31.710 align:middle line:84% Well, let me give you a little example of what 02:10:31.710 --> 02:10:33.840 align:middle line:84% happens if we keep that system going, 02:10:33.840 --> 02:10:35.990 align:middle line:84% which is not a formula of anything. 02:10:35.990 --> 02:10:39.650 align:middle line:84% Doesn't take into consideration any restrictions 02:10:39.650 --> 02:10:41.520 align:middle line:84% or any abilities on that community. 02:10:41.520 --> 02:10:44.470 align:middle line:84% This is what happens when we don't have a formula that 02:10:44.470 --> 02:10:48.240 align:middle line:84% really makes sense that is fair, that takes into consideration 02:10:48.240 --> 02:10:50.930 align:middle line:84% the needs of that community and their own ability 02:10:50.930 --> 02:10:52.500 align:middle line:90% to raise money. 02:10:52.500 --> 02:10:56.050 align:middle line:84% For example, we are adding $39 million 02:10:56.050 --> 02:10:59.310 align:middle line:84% of additional unrestricted local aid. 02:10:59.310 --> 02:11:06.370 align:middle line:84% Out of those $39 million dollars, the city of Boston 02:11:06.370 --> 02:11:13.320 align:middle line:84% is going to get 18% of the $39 million, 02:11:13.320 --> 02:11:22.650 align:middle line:84% while my community is going to get 2.2% of the $39 million. 02:11:22.650 --> 02:11:32.070 align:middle line:84% City of Brockton is going to get 2.01% of the $39 million. 02:11:32.070 --> 02:11:38.020 align:middle line:84% Cambridge is going to get 2.07%, almost as much 02:11:38.020 --> 02:11:42.860 align:middle line:84% as Brockton gets and almost how much New Bedford gets, 02:11:42.860 --> 02:11:44.790 align:middle line:90% as an example. 02:11:44.790 --> 02:11:52.010 align:middle line:84% Now, if we were to funnel the $39 million 02:11:52.010 --> 02:11:58.330 align:middle line:84% through the formula, that scenario would change. 02:11:58.330 --> 02:12:03.060 align:middle line:84% And there is a direct correlation 02:12:03.060 --> 02:12:09.150 align:middle line:84% between the local aid that each community receives 02:12:09.150 --> 02:12:12.720 align:middle line:84% and the property taxes that we pay on that community. 02:12:12.720 --> 02:12:15.910 align:middle line:84% In my community, for example, in the city of New Bedford, 02:12:15.910 --> 02:12:23.670 align:middle line:90% the residential rate is $16.69. 02:12:23.670 --> 02:12:27.720 align:middle line:90% The commercial rate is $36.03 02:12:27.720 --> 02:12:30.910 align:middle line:84% Now, let's go back to Boston, to the capital of the state. 02:12:30.910 --> 02:12:36.340 align:middle line:84% The residential tax rate is $11.29, 02:12:36.340 --> 02:12:41.990 align:middle line:84% and their commercial rate is $25 versus $36 in New Bedford. 02:12:41.990 --> 02:12:44.700 align:middle line:90% 02:12:44.700 --> 02:12:46.560 align:middle line:90% Think about that. 02:12:46.560 --> 02:12:47.290 align:middle line:90% Think about that. 02:12:47.290 --> 02:12:49.827 align:middle line:90% 02:12:49.827 --> 02:12:51.410 align:middle line:84% Actually, someone who lives in Boston, 02:12:51.410 --> 02:12:54.960 align:middle line:84% or has a house that has the median value of that house 02:12:54.960 --> 02:12:57.460 align:middle line:84% in Boston, or the median value of that house in New Bedford, 02:12:57.460 --> 02:13:00.570 align:middle line:84% they actually pay less property taxes in Boston 02:13:00.570 --> 02:13:02.900 align:middle line:90% that they pay in New Bedford. 02:13:02.900 --> 02:13:07.300 align:middle line:84% In Cambridge, for example they pay even less than half 02:13:07.300 --> 02:13:11.940 align:middle line:84% than I would pay, or you would pay, in New Bedford. 02:13:11.940 --> 02:13:14.590 align:middle line:84% So if we were to actually to change this and adopt 02:13:14.590 --> 02:13:18.150 align:middle line:84% an actual formula that makes sense, it's not my formula, 02:13:18.150 --> 02:13:20.850 align:middle line:84% it's a formula developed by the Federal Reserve Bank, 02:13:20.850 --> 02:13:23.740 align:middle line:84% we would begin to change these things. 02:13:23.740 --> 02:13:26.290 align:middle line:84% But it's a long conversation that I want to start with you. 02:13:26.290 --> 02:13:28.590 align:middle line:84% And I hope today, we begin that conversation. 02:13:28.590 --> 02:13:31.850 align:middle line:84% I know we need to take a vote on this week by 9:00, 02:13:31.850 --> 02:13:36.310 align:middle line:84% so I don't have much time to actually continue down 02:13:36.310 --> 02:13:38.030 align:middle line:84% this line in this conversation with you. 02:13:38.030 --> 02:13:40.010 align:middle line:84% Because I think, if I keep talking just 02:13:40.010 --> 02:13:43.000 align:middle line:84% to myself and to a half dozen folks here, 02:13:43.000 --> 02:13:45.640 align:middle line:84% that will never change this formula. 02:13:45.640 --> 02:13:48.690 align:middle line:84% The problem is, today, we don't have a formula. 02:13:48.690 --> 02:13:51.410 align:middle line:84% We need to have a formula that makes sense and takes 02:13:51.410 --> 02:13:54.120 align:middle line:84% into consideration the needs of the community. 02:13:54.120 --> 02:13:59.570 align:middle line:84% Madam Speaker, I hope the consolidated amendment passes. 02:13:59.570 --> 02:14:00.100 align:middle line:90% Thank you. 02:14:00.100 --> 02:14:03.160 align:middle line:84% Roll call, having been ordered, will be called forthwith. 02:14:03.160 --> 02:14:05.400 align:middle line:84% Court officers will please summon the members 02:14:05.400 --> 02:14:07.840 align:middle line:84% and indicate that a roll call is in progress, 02:14:07.840 --> 02:14:09.660 align:middle line:84% and will remain open for three minutes. 02:14:09.660 --> 02:14:27.080 align:middle line:90% 02:14:27.080 --> 02:14:27.580 align:middle line:90% [AUDIO OUT] 02:14:27.580 --> 02:14:31.190 align:middle line:84% On the previous roll call, Representative Kuros 02:14:31.190 --> 02:14:33.701 align:middle line:84% of Oxbridge asks unanimous consent to be recorded. 02:14:33.701 --> 02:14:34.950 align:middle line:90% Does the Chair hear objection? 02:14:34.950 --> 02:14:38.000 align:middle line:90% The Chair hears none. 02:14:38.000 --> 02:14:40.850 align:middle line:84% Mr. Cantwell of Marshfield also ask unanimous consent 02:14:40.850 --> 02:14:44.030 align:middle line:84% to be recorded on the previous roll calls 02:14:44.030 --> 02:14:49.240 align:middle line:84% On Roll Call number 38, Kevin Kuros, yes. 02:14:49.240 --> 02:14:51.080 align:middle line:90% James Cantwell, no. 02:14:51.080 --> 02:15:04.070 align:middle line:90% [AUDIO OUT] 02:15:04.070 --> 02:15:06.810 align:middle line:84% As members are entering the chamber, 02:15:06.810 --> 02:15:09.440 align:middle line:84% the Chair would like to inform the members that, 02:15:09.440 --> 02:15:13.600 align:middle line:84% at 10:30 tomorrow morning, Health and Human Services 02:15:13.600 --> 02:15:18.380 align:middle line:84% and Elder Affairs will be meeting in Room 348. 02:15:18.380 --> 02:15:21.730 align:middle line:84% So any representative with an interest or amendments 02:15:21.730 --> 02:15:25.070 align:middle line:84% in Health and Human Services and Elder Affairs, 02:15:25.070 --> 02:15:29.050 align:middle line:84% you should meet in Room 348 at 10:30. 02:15:29.050 --> 02:16:05.480 align:middle line:90% [AUDIO OUT] 02:16:05.480 --> 02:16:08.370 align:middle line:84% Ms Hogan of Stow, Mr. Murray of Milford, 02:16:08.370 --> 02:16:11.011 align:middle line:84% asks unanimous consent to be recorded on the previous roll 02:16:11.011 --> 02:16:11.510 align:middle line:90% call. 02:16:11.510 --> 02:16:12.440 align:middle line:90% Chair hears objection? 02:16:12.440 --> 02:16:13.250 align:middle line:90% Chair hears none. 02:16:13.250 --> 02:16:16.560 align:middle line:84% Roll Call number 38, Brian Murray, no. 02:16:16.560 --> 02:16:17.620 align:middle line:90% Kate Hogan, no. 02:16:17.620 --> 02:17:08.370 align:middle line:90% [AUDIO OUT] 02:17:08.370 --> 02:17:10.690 align:middle line:84% Ms. Campbell of Methuen asks unanimous consent 02:17:10.690 --> 02:17:13.143 align:middle line:84% to be recorded on the previous roll calls. 02:17:13.143 --> 02:17:14.059 align:middle line:90% Chair hears objection? 02:17:14.059 --> 02:17:15.660 align:middle line:90% Chair hears none. 02:17:15.660 --> 02:17:18.879 align:middle line:84% Linda Dean Campbell on roll call number 38, no. 02:17:18.879 --> 02:17:44.332 align:middle line:90% [AUDIO OUT] 02:17:44.332 --> 02:17:46.040 align:middle line:84% Have all members voted who wish to do so? 02:17:46.040 --> 02:19:08.910 align:middle line:90% [AUDIO OUT] 02:19:08.910 --> 02:19:11.684 align:middle line:84% Mr. Schmid of Westport asks unanimous consent 02:19:11.684 --> 02:19:13.309 align:middle line:84% to be recorded on a previous roll call. 02:19:13.309 --> 02:19:14.280 align:middle line:90% Does the Chair hear objection. 02:19:14.280 --> 02:19:15.260 align:middle line:90% Chair hears none. 02:19:15.260 --> 02:19:17.299 align:middle line:84% Roll Call number 38, Paul Schmid, no. 02:19:17.299 --> 02:21:36.920 align:middle line:90% [AUDIO OUT] 02:21:36.920 --> 02:21:39.120 align:middle line:84% Have all members voted who wish to do so? 02:21:39.120 --> 02:21:40.860 align:middle line:90% Time for voting has expired. 02:21:40.860 --> 02:21:42.580 align:middle line:84% The clerk will display the tally. 02:21:42.580 --> 02:21:46.030 align:middle line:84% In this matter, 158 have voted in the affirmative, 02:21:46.030 --> 02:21:50.350 align:middle line:90% none in the negative. 02:21:50.350 --> 02:21:51.980 align:middle line:84% The consolidated amendment is passed. 02:21:51.980 --> 02:21:52.479 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 02:21:52.479 --> 02:21:53.050 align:middle line:90% Yes. 02:21:53.050 --> 02:21:55.350 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 02:21:55.350 --> 02:21:57.740 align:middle line:84% Ms. Garlick of Needham ask unanimous consent 02:21:57.740 --> 02:21:59.640 align:middle line:84% to be recorded on the previous roll call. 02:21:59.640 --> 02:22:00.890 align:middle line:90% Does the Chair hear objection? 02:22:00.890 --> 02:22:01.610 align:middle line:90% Chair hears none. 02:22:01.610 --> 02:22:03.850 align:middle line:84% Roll Call number 38, Denise Garlick, no. 02:22:03.850 --> 02:23:12.190 align:middle line:90% [AUDIO OUT] 02:23:12.190 --> 02:23:14.680 align:middle line:84% The Chair will announce that the House will 02:23:14.680 --> 02:23:22.470 align:middle line:84% recess and roll calls will resume at 12:00 noon tomorrow. 02:23:22.470 --> 02:23:28.830 align:middle line:84% So one more time, at 10:30, Human Services and Elders 02:23:28.830 --> 02:23:31.650 align:middle line:90% will be heard in Room 348. 02:23:31.650 --> 02:23:35.230 align:middle line:84% And the House will now stand in recess, with roll calls 02:23:35.230 --> 02:23:36.640 align:middle line:90% tomorrow-- 02:23:36.640 --> 02:23:43.330 align:middle line:84% will stand in recess until 10:30 roll call. 02:23:43.330 --> 02:23:48.170 align:middle line:84% Mr. Hill of Ipswich moves that the house stand in recess 02:23:48.170 --> 02:23:52.230 align:middle line:84% to the hour of 10:30 AM, and roll calls will begin at noon. 02:23:52.230 --> 02:23:53.577 align:middle line:90% All those in favor say "aye." 02:23:53.577 --> 02:23:54.160 align:middle line:90% Opposed, "no." 02:23:54.160 --> 02:23:54.951 align:middle line:90% The "ayes" have it. 02:23:54.951 --> 02:23:56.380 align:middle line:90% The House now stands in recess. 02:23:56.380 --> 02:24:32.700 align:middle line:90% [AUDIO OUT] 02:24:32.700 --> 02:24:37.860 align:middle line:84% If there be no objection, the Chair will call Mr. Linsky 02:24:37.860 --> 02:24:41.937 align:middle line:84% and Mr. Rushing on the previous roll call 02:24:41.937 --> 02:24:43.020 align:middle line:90% Does Chair hear objection? 02:24:43.020 --> 02:24:45.350 align:middle line:90% Chair hears none. 02:24:45.350 --> 02:24:49.300 align:middle line:84% On roll call number 38, David Paul Linsky, no. 02:24:49.300 --> 02:24:51.020 align:middle line:90% [AUDIO OUT] 02:24:51.020 --> 02:27:34.165 align:middle line:90%