WEBVTT 00:00:00.000 --> 00:00:03.479 align:middle line:90% [MUSIC PLAYING] 00:00:03.479 --> 00:00:16.898 align:middle line:90% 00:00:16.898 --> 00:00:19.910 align:middle line:90% [GAVEL BANGING] 00:00:19.910 --> 00:00:22.220 align:middle line:90% Please take your seats. 00:00:22.220 --> 00:00:24.847 align:middle line:84% Members and guests, please take your seats. 00:00:24.847 --> 00:00:33.370 align:middle line:84% [AUDIO OUT] Hear ye, hear ye, hear ye. 00:00:33.370 --> 00:00:36.490 align:middle line:84% Under Article 64 as amended by Article 82 of the amendments 00:00:36.490 --> 00:00:38.800 align:middle line:84% to the Constitution of Massachusetts, 00:00:38.800 --> 00:00:40.600 align:middle line:84% the General Court shall assemble every year 00:00:40.600 --> 00:00:42.437 align:middle line:84% on the first Wednesday in January. 00:00:42.437 --> 00:00:44.020 align:middle line:84% And the terms of representatives shall 00:00:44.020 --> 00:00:46.810 align:middle line:84% begin on the first Wednesday in January succeeding 00:00:46.810 --> 00:00:50.350 align:middle line:84% their election and extend to the first Wednesday in January 00:00:50.350 --> 00:00:52.130 align:middle line:84% in the third year following their election 00:00:52.130 --> 00:00:55.510 align:middle line:84% and until a successor is chosen and qualified. 00:00:55.510 --> 00:00:58.030 align:middle line:84% Section 3 of chapter 3 of the General Laws 00:00:58.030 --> 00:00:59.800 align:middle line:84% provides that on the first Wednesday 00:00:59.800 --> 00:01:01.870 align:middle line:84% in January following a state election, 00:01:01.870 --> 00:01:05.170 align:middle line:84% between the hours of 10:00 in the forenoon and 12:00 at noon, 00:01:05.170 --> 00:01:07.768 align:middle line:84% the persons whose names have been returned as members elect 00:01:07.768 --> 00:01:09.310 align:middle line:84% of the House of Representatives shall 00:01:09.310 --> 00:01:12.880 align:middle line:84% be called to order by the oldest senior member present, who 00:01:12.880 --> 00:01:15.100 align:middle line:84% shall be the presiding officer of the House 00:01:15.100 --> 00:01:19.810 align:middle line:84% until a speaker is chosen or the House otherwise determines. 00:01:19.810 --> 00:01:23.020 align:middle line:84% An examination of the records in the Office of the Clerk House 00:01:23.020 --> 00:01:25.900 align:middle line:84% discloses that Representative Elect Angelo M. 00:01:25.900 --> 00:01:28.930 align:middle line:84% Scaccia of Readville section of the city of Boston 00:01:28.930 --> 00:01:32.830 align:middle line:84% and the 14th Suffolk district, who served in the House 00:01:32.830 --> 00:01:36.970 align:middle line:84% from 1973 to 1978 inclusive and also from 1981 00:01:36.970 --> 00:01:41.000 align:middle line:84% to 2018 inclusive, is such senior member-- 00:01:41.000 --> 00:01:43.540 align:middle line:84% although he tells me not the oldest. 00:01:43.540 --> 00:01:45.790 align:middle line:84% But he is the oldest senior member. 00:01:45.790 --> 00:01:48.190 align:middle line:84% And accordingly, I have the honor 00:01:48.190 --> 00:01:50.980 align:middle line:84% of turning the gavel over to Representative Elect 00:01:50.980 --> 00:01:53.710 align:middle line:84% Scaccia, the Dean of the Massachusetts 00:01:53.710 --> 00:01:55.570 align:middle line:84% House of Representatives membership, who 00:01:55.570 --> 00:01:58.510 align:middle line:84% will preside and be your presiding officer 00:01:58.510 --> 00:02:01.270 align:middle line:90% until a speaker is chosen. 00:02:01.270 --> 00:02:02.789 align:middle line:90% Representative Scaccia. 00:02:02.789 --> 00:02:07.779 align:middle line:90% [AUDIO OUT] 00:02:07.779 --> 00:02:11.272 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 00:02:11.272 --> 00:02:26.741 align:middle line:90% 00:02:26.741 --> 00:02:30.270 align:middle line:90% [GAVEL BANGING] 00:02:30.270 --> 00:02:33.810 align:middle line:84% The first annual session of the House of Representatives 00:02:33.810 --> 00:02:38.010 align:middle line:84% of the 191st General Court of the Commonwealth 00:02:38.010 --> 00:02:41.760 align:middle line:84% of Massachusetts will now come to order. 00:02:41.760 --> 00:02:42.694 align:middle line:90% Thank you. 00:02:42.694 --> 00:02:47.840 align:middle line:90% 00:02:47.840 --> 00:02:53.140 align:middle line:84% Before we do anything, I know you folks up 00:02:53.140 --> 00:02:57.250 align:middle line:84% there have done yeoman work to send 00:02:57.250 --> 00:03:00.520 align:middle line:90% these folks down here to us. 00:03:00.520 --> 00:03:04.960 align:middle line:84% And I see folks down here who have sent us 00:03:04.960 --> 00:03:08.020 align:middle line:90% 160 beautiful reps. 00:03:08.020 --> 00:03:11.050 align:middle line:84% I want you to get up and hug and squeeze. 00:03:11.050 --> 00:03:13.060 align:middle line:90% That's what I do as an Italian. 00:03:13.060 --> 00:03:15.760 align:middle line:90% But whatever you want to do. 00:03:15.760 --> 00:03:17.130 align:middle line:90% Talk to your face. 00:03:17.130 --> 00:03:20.595 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 00:03:20.595 --> 00:03:54.280 align:middle line:90% 00:03:54.280 --> 00:04:00.540 align:middle line:84% We had a caucus downstairs, and I left behind the podium. 00:04:00.540 --> 00:04:02.790 align:middle line:84% And the court officer explained to me, 00:04:02.790 --> 00:04:05.010 align:middle line:84% if you do that once again, you are no 00:04:05.010 --> 00:04:08.400 align:middle line:90% longer the presiding officer. 00:04:08.400 --> 00:04:11.550 align:middle line:84% So I hope we only take about four hours 00:04:11.550 --> 00:04:14.490 align:middle line:84% up here before I have to relieve myself. 00:04:14.490 --> 00:04:25.740 align:middle line:90% 00:04:25.740 --> 00:04:39.220 align:middle line:90% [MUTED] 00:04:39.220 --> 00:04:42.940 align:middle line:84% First order of business is the prayer. 00:04:42.940 --> 00:04:49.500 align:middle line:84% And Reverend Ronald Coyne, who is my pastor in three 00:04:49.500 --> 00:04:53.670 align:middle line:84% parishes in Hyde Park and Milton-- 00:04:53.670 --> 00:04:57.860 align:middle line:84% and I had Reverend Coyne here four years ago, 00:04:57.860 --> 00:05:02.560 align:middle line:84% and this body received him remarkably well. 00:05:02.560 --> 00:05:07.180 align:middle line:84% And I said it that day, and I want to say it again. 00:05:07.180 --> 00:05:11.060 align:middle line:84% When we think of profiles in courage, 00:05:11.060 --> 00:05:16.400 align:middle line:84% we often think of the actions of an individual in the context 00:05:16.400 --> 00:05:19.420 align:middle line:90% of a political arena. 00:05:19.420 --> 00:05:22.030 align:middle line:84% Father Coyne, to me, is a profile 00:05:22.030 --> 00:05:29.270 align:middle line:84% in courage in a different arena, a religious institution. 00:05:29.270 --> 00:05:33.430 align:middle line:84% He was amongst a small minority of pastors 00:05:33.430 --> 00:05:37.600 align:middle line:84% that spoke up against certain practices 00:05:37.600 --> 00:05:41.620 align:middle line:84% of our beloved institution that he 00:05:41.620 --> 00:05:44.436 align:middle line:90% had committed himself to serve. 00:05:44.436 --> 00:05:52.350 align:middle line:84% It cost him his parish and his position, for a while. 00:05:52.350 --> 00:05:55.560 align:middle line:84% We are reminded, Father, that when you challenge 00:05:55.560 --> 00:05:58.920 align:middle line:84% the establishment in an effort to right a wrong, 00:05:58.920 --> 00:06:02.700 align:middle line:84% it often results in personal setbacks. 00:06:02.700 --> 00:06:05.550 align:middle line:84% However, we are also assured that change 00:06:05.550 --> 00:06:08.670 align:middle line:84% is the only thing that remains a constant, 00:06:08.670 --> 00:06:15.760 align:middle line:84% and exile is never forever in any religious or political 00:06:15.760 --> 00:06:17.500 align:middle line:90% institution. 00:06:17.500 --> 00:06:22.600 align:middle line:84% Father Coyne was ordained in 1973. 00:06:22.600 --> 00:06:27.370 align:middle line:84% He lives in my section of the city, Roslindale, West Roxbury, 00:06:27.370 --> 00:06:28.720 align:middle line:90% and Hyde Park. 00:06:28.720 --> 00:06:32.860 align:middle line:84% He served three decades in the church in Boston parishes 00:06:32.860 --> 00:06:35.800 align:middle line:90% from Mattapan to Charlestown. 00:06:35.800 --> 00:06:38.830 align:middle line:84% Then he went out to the suburbs in Weymouth and Randolph. 00:06:38.830 --> 00:06:41.980 align:middle line:84% And thank God he came back again to the city. 00:06:41.980 --> 00:06:47.420 align:middle line:84% He's been our pastor of the Blue Hills Catholic Collaborative 00:06:47.420 --> 00:06:53.470 align:middle line:84% since January of 2014, serving, as I said, 00:06:53.470 --> 00:06:56.350 align:middle line:84% most precious blood in Hyde Park, St. Pius in Milton 00:06:56.350 --> 00:06:59.300 align:middle line:90% and St. Anne's in Readville. 00:06:59.300 --> 00:07:03.420 align:middle line:84% Reverend Coyne, could you give to us 00:07:03.420 --> 00:07:05.494 align:middle line:90% some words of encouragement? 00:07:05.494 --> 00:07:14.890 align:middle line:90% 00:07:14.890 --> 00:07:16.610 align:middle line:90% Thank you, Angelo. 00:07:16.610 --> 00:07:18.400 align:middle line:84% And what a privilege for me once again 00:07:18.400 --> 00:07:22.420 align:middle line:90% to be invited to pray with you. 00:07:22.420 --> 00:07:24.220 align:middle line:84% Personally, I don't believe that words 00:07:24.220 --> 00:07:26.635 align:middle line:90% are the only way of praying. 00:07:26.635 --> 00:07:28.010 align:middle line:84% In fact, there's a big difference 00:07:28.010 --> 00:07:31.850 align:middle line:84% between saying prayers and praying. 00:07:31.850 --> 00:07:34.670 align:middle line:84% As I've matured in my faith, I now 00:07:34.670 --> 00:07:38.210 align:middle line:84% realize that for me, praying is becoming 00:07:38.210 --> 00:07:42.250 align:middle line:84% more aware of God's presence in my life. 00:07:42.250 --> 00:07:46.150 align:middle line:84% No religion or single word can capture God. 00:07:46.150 --> 00:07:49.540 align:middle line:84% So we have many faith traditions which attempt 00:07:49.540 --> 00:07:52.330 align:middle line:90% to accompany us on this quest. 00:07:52.330 --> 00:07:54.560 align:middle line:90% I happen to be Catholic. 00:07:54.560 --> 00:07:58.550 align:middle line:84% Some of you may also be Catholic or belong to another faith 00:07:58.550 --> 00:08:02.660 align:middle line:84% tradition, or possibly have no religious affiliation 00:08:02.660 --> 00:08:04.640 align:middle line:90% at this time. 00:08:04.640 --> 00:08:08.000 align:middle line:84% And some may identify as humanists. 00:08:08.000 --> 00:08:12.320 align:middle line:84% Religion at its best attempts to acquaint us 00:08:12.320 --> 00:08:15.180 align:middle line:84% with God's presence in our world. 00:08:15.180 --> 00:08:18.540 align:middle line:84% If someone asks me if I believe in God, 00:08:18.540 --> 00:08:24.080 align:middle line:84% the first thing I say to them is, what do you mean by God? 00:08:24.080 --> 00:08:28.730 align:middle line:84% After they explain that, my answer may be no, 00:08:28.730 --> 00:08:32.260 align:middle line:84% I don't believe in that concept of God. 00:08:32.260 --> 00:08:36.230 align:middle line:84% Then I explain what I do mean by God. 00:08:36.230 --> 00:08:40.610 align:middle line:84% So today I believe that God is love. 00:08:40.610 --> 00:08:44.440 align:middle line:84% And whenever I experience love, I experience God. 00:08:44.440 --> 00:08:48.560 align:middle line:84% And I also believe today that God is life itself. 00:08:48.560 --> 00:08:52.900 align:middle line:84% And whenever I experienced life, I experience God. 00:08:52.900 --> 00:08:55.630 align:middle line:90% So I no longer fear God. 00:08:55.630 --> 00:09:00.060 align:middle line:90% I now encounter God every day. 00:09:00.060 --> 00:09:02.790 align:middle line:84% Today as we gather at the Statehouse in Massachusetts 00:09:02.790 --> 00:09:05.160 align:middle line:84% with our elected officials, we pray 00:09:05.160 --> 00:09:08.650 align:middle line:90% that we may lead by example. 00:09:08.650 --> 00:09:12.850 align:middle line:84% As long as we accept sexism, belief that one gender is 00:09:12.850 --> 00:09:16.360 align:middle line:84% superior to another, denominationalism, belief 00:09:16.360 --> 00:09:20.380 align:middle line:84% that one religion is superior to another, or racism, belief 00:09:20.380 --> 00:09:23.120 align:middle line:84% that one culture is superior to another, 00:09:23.120 --> 00:09:25.960 align:middle line:90% we will never be at peace. 00:09:25.960 --> 00:09:29.260 align:middle line:84% We live in a wonderful world, a beautiful country, 00:09:29.260 --> 00:09:31.130 align:middle line:90% and a great state. 00:09:31.130 --> 00:09:35.390 align:middle line:84% A healthy future for all and our strength as a society 00:09:35.390 --> 00:09:39.290 align:middle line:84% lies not in our tolerance of gender and orientation 00:09:39.290 --> 00:09:43.500 align:middle line:84% differences but on how we respect and embrace them. 00:09:43.500 --> 00:09:45.800 align:middle line:84% Our strength as a society lies not 00:09:45.800 --> 00:09:48.860 align:middle line:84% in our tolerance of other cultures and languages 00:09:48.860 --> 00:09:53.540 align:middle line:84% and nationalities but on how we respect and embrace them. 00:09:53.540 --> 00:09:55.880 align:middle line:84% And our strength as a society lies 00:09:55.880 --> 00:09:59.660 align:middle line:84% not in our tolerance of other religions and faith traditions 00:09:59.660 --> 00:10:03.810 align:middle line:84% but on how we respect and embrace them. 00:10:03.810 --> 00:10:07.490 align:middle line:84% So as the legislators take their oath of office, 00:10:07.490 --> 00:10:11.150 align:middle line:84% may they be blessed with passion and compassion 00:10:11.150 --> 00:10:14.420 align:middle line:84% for all God's people and God's creation. 00:10:14.420 --> 00:10:18.800 align:middle line:84% May each elected official realize that in Massachusetts, 00:10:18.800 --> 00:10:22.940 align:middle line:84% if love is to overcome hate, it is our responsibility. 00:10:22.940 --> 00:10:26.420 align:middle line:84% In Massachusetts, if education is to overcome ignorance, 00:10:26.420 --> 00:10:28.910 align:middle line:90% it is our responsibility. 00:10:28.910 --> 00:10:32.300 align:middle line:84% In Massachusetts, if equality is to overcome classism, 00:10:32.300 --> 00:10:34.550 align:middle line:90% it is our responsibility. 00:10:34.550 --> 00:10:38.270 align:middle line:84% In Massachusetts, if inclusion is to overcome exclusion, 00:10:38.270 --> 00:10:40.430 align:middle line:90% it is our responsibility. 00:10:40.430 --> 00:10:44.130 align:middle line:84% And in Massachusetts, if justice is overcome poverty, 00:10:44.130 --> 00:10:46.560 align:middle line:90% it is our responsibility. 00:10:46.560 --> 00:10:49.410 align:middle line:84% We pray that those in this chamber 00:10:49.410 --> 00:10:52.830 align:middle line:84% may begin the new year, 2019, determined 00:10:52.830 --> 00:10:55.770 align:middle line:84% to enhance the quality of life for all of those who 00:10:55.770 --> 00:10:58.510 align:middle line:90% are citizens of the Bay State. 00:10:58.510 --> 00:11:03.760 align:middle line:84% May we all be aware of how powerful our words can be so 00:11:03.760 --> 00:11:05.680 align:middle line:84% that we no longer speak about others 00:11:05.680 --> 00:11:08.650 align:middle line:84% as people with disabilities but as 00:11:08.650 --> 00:11:11.320 align:middle line:90% those with different abilities. 00:11:11.320 --> 00:11:14.950 align:middle line:84% Let us no longer describe someone as the least among us 00:11:14.950 --> 00:11:19.210 align:middle line:84% but rather as those among us with the least opportunities. 00:11:19.210 --> 00:11:23.450 align:middle line:84% Small changes can have a lasting impact. 00:11:23.450 --> 00:11:24.980 align:middle line:84% And I will conclude with the words 00:11:24.980 --> 00:11:30.250 align:middle line:90% of a song that says it all. 00:11:30.250 --> 00:11:34.710 align:middle line:84% "This is my song, O God of all the nations, a song of peace 00:11:34.710 --> 00:11:37.750 align:middle line:90% for lands afar and mine. 00:11:37.750 --> 00:11:41.180 align:middle line:84% This is my home, the country where my heart is. 00:11:41.180 --> 00:11:44.970 align:middle line:84% Here are my hopes, my dreams, my holy shrine. 00:11:44.970 --> 00:11:46.670 align:middle line:84% But other hearts in other lands are 00:11:46.670 --> 00:11:51.800 align:middle line:84% beating with hopes and dreams as true and high as mine. 00:11:51.800 --> 00:11:54.740 align:middle line:84% My country's skies are bluer than the ocean, 00:11:54.740 --> 00:11:58.210 align:middle line:84% and sunlight beams on cloverleaf and pine. 00:11:58.210 --> 00:12:01.720 align:middle line:84% But other lands have sunlight too, and clover, 00:12:01.720 --> 00:12:05.340 align:middle line:84% and skies are everywhere as blue as mine. 00:12:05.340 --> 00:12:09.780 align:middle line:84% O hear my song, thou God of all the nations, a song of peace 00:12:09.780 --> 00:12:12.979 align:middle line:90% for their land and for mine." 00:12:12.979 --> 00:12:13.479 align:middle line:90% Amen. 00:12:13.479 --> 00:12:21.210 align:middle line:90% 00:12:21.210 --> 00:12:26.190 align:middle line:84% As Father would say, life is love, or reverse it, 00:12:26.190 --> 00:12:28.110 align:middle line:90% love is life. 00:12:28.110 --> 00:12:34.270 align:middle line:84% And this priest, when he gives sermons on Sunday, 00:12:34.270 --> 00:12:39.920 align:middle line:84% there are standing Os from the people in the pews. 00:12:39.920 --> 00:12:43.280 align:middle line:84% And he has revitalized the Catholic faith 00:12:43.280 --> 00:12:46.250 align:middle line:90% like no other person I know. 00:12:46.250 --> 00:12:51.210 align:middle line:84% Mr. Rogers of Norwood moves that the prayer 00:12:51.210 --> 00:12:54.860 align:middle line:90% be spread across the record. 00:12:54.860 --> 00:12:55.990 align:middle line:90% Is there objection? 00:12:55.990 --> 00:12:57.380 align:middle line:90% Chair hears none. 00:12:57.380 --> 00:12:58.340 align:middle line:90% The motion is adopted. 00:12:58.340 --> 00:13:04.530 align:middle line:90% 00:13:04.530 --> 00:13:11.610 align:middle line:84% My next duty is to have my fellow colleagues join us 00:13:11.610 --> 00:13:15.810 align:middle line:84% at the podium with the Pledge of Allegiance. 00:13:15.810 --> 00:13:21.900 align:middle line:84% These are five individuals who continue, to this day, 00:13:21.900 --> 00:13:28.020 align:middle line:84% to serve in the armed forces of the United States of America. 00:13:28.020 --> 00:13:29.940 align:middle line:84% And I'll start with the oldest folks, 00:13:29.940 --> 00:13:32.910 align:middle line:84% and get down to the younger ones. 00:13:32.910 --> 00:13:36.450 align:middle line:84% Harold Naughton of Clinton, Major 00:13:36.450 --> 00:13:39.480 align:middle line:84% in the United States Army National Guard. 00:13:39.480 --> 00:13:42.960 align:middle line:84% Jerald Parisella of Beverly, Lieutenant Colonel 00:13:42.960 --> 00:13:46.120 align:middle line:84% in the United States Army Reserves. 00:13:46.120 --> 00:13:49.860 align:middle line:84% John Velis of Westfield, Captain in the United States Army 00:13:49.860 --> 00:13:51.290 align:middle line:90% Reserves. 00:13:51.290 --> 00:13:55.110 align:middle line:84% Jon Santiago of Boston, Captain in the United States Army 00:13:55.110 --> 00:13:56.400 align:middle line:90% Reserves. 00:13:56.400 --> 00:13:59.400 align:middle line:84% And Patrick Kearney of Scituate, Ensign 00:13:59.400 --> 00:14:02.780 align:middle line:84% in the United States Naval Reserves. 00:14:02.780 --> 00:14:03.280 align:middle line:90% Gentlemen. 00:14:03.280 --> 00:14:06.738 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 00:14:06.738 --> 00:14:29.425 align:middle line:90% 00:14:29.425 --> 00:14:30.800 align:middle line:84% Ladies and gentlemen, colleagues. 00:14:30.800 --> 00:14:33.680 align:middle line:84% It's an honor and a distinguished pleasure 00:14:33.680 --> 00:14:35.840 align:middle line:84% to be standing here in front of you today, 00:14:35.840 --> 00:14:38.900 align:middle line:84% not only those of us that are still active reservists, 00:14:38.900 --> 00:14:43.100 align:middle line:84% actively drilling, but in behalf of our fellow colleagues 00:14:43.100 --> 00:14:47.720 align:middle line:84% that are veterans and have served this country. 00:14:47.720 --> 00:14:51.690 align:middle line:84% We would ask you at this time to think of the several hundred 00:14:51.690 --> 00:14:57.140 align:middle line:84% thousand of your brothers and sisters, fathers and daughters, 00:14:57.140 --> 00:15:01.610 align:middle line:84% mothers and sons, that are serving in faraway places, 00:15:01.610 --> 00:15:03.620 align:middle line:84% at the tip of the spear, and allowing 00:15:03.620 --> 00:15:08.840 align:middle line:84% us to be here today and exalt in the result of this democracy. 00:15:08.840 --> 00:15:13.490 align:middle line:84% And we are pleasured to have one of those warriors who has just 00:15:13.490 --> 00:15:18.200 align:middle line:84% recently returned to us after his second tour in Afghanistan. 00:15:18.200 --> 00:15:20.974 align:middle line:84% The gentleman from Westfield, Mr. Velis. 00:15:20.974 --> 00:15:24.926 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE AND CHEERING] 00:15:24.926 --> 00:15:39.750 align:middle line:90% 00:15:39.750 --> 00:15:44.820 align:middle line:84% We are also joined and represented 00:15:44.820 --> 00:15:49.890 align:middle line:84% by the future of our armed forces in this chamber today 00:15:49.890 --> 00:15:55.760 align:middle line:84% with the father of Midshipman Carolyn Dooley, the gentleman 00:15:55.760 --> 00:16:00.980 align:middle line:84% from Norfolk, and by my son, Harrison Naughton, Midshipman, 00:16:00.980 --> 00:16:04.070 align:middle line:84% second-class United States Naval Academy. 00:16:04.070 --> 00:16:06.230 align:middle line:84% We want to thank them for their service 00:16:06.230 --> 00:16:08.133 align:middle line:84% as they go forward on behalf of our country. 00:16:08.133 --> 00:16:11.584 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 00:16:11.584 --> 00:16:17.500 align:middle line:90% 00:16:17.500 --> 00:16:22.150 align:middle line:84% We'd now ask you to join us in the Pledge of Allegiance. 00:16:22.150 --> 00:16:25.190 align:middle line:84% I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United 00:16:25.190 --> 00:16:29.780 align:middle line:84% States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, 00:16:29.780 --> 00:16:33.040 align:middle line:84% one nation under God, indivisible, 00:16:33.040 --> 00:16:36.692 align:middle line:84% with liberty and justice for all. 00:16:36.692 --> 00:16:39.177 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 00:16:39.177 --> 00:16:40.171 align:middle line:90% It's the photographer. 00:16:40.171 --> 00:16:41.662 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 00:16:41.662 --> 00:16:42.656 align:middle line:90% Where is it? 00:16:42.656 --> 00:17:23.470 align:middle line:90% 00:17:23.470 --> 00:17:26.920 align:middle line:84% Please continue standing for the National Anthem 00:17:26.920 --> 00:17:32.740 align:middle line:84% by the Burncoat High School Quadrivium Chorus of Worcester, 00:17:32.740 --> 00:17:36.722 align:middle line:90% guests of Representative O'Day. 00:17:36.722 --> 00:17:37.730 align:middle line:90% Are they here? 00:17:37.730 --> 00:17:38.728 align:middle line:90% OK. 00:17:38.728 --> 00:17:43.428 align:middle line:90% [MUTED] 00:17:43.428 --> 00:17:44.720 align:middle line:90% [MUSIC - "THE NATIONAL ANTHEM"] 00:17:44.720 --> 00:17:50.240 align:middle line:84% --(SINGING) you see, by the dawn's early light what 00:17:50.240 --> 00:17:57.330 align:middle line:84% so proudly we hailed at the twilight's last gleaming? 00:17:57.330 --> 00:18:02.860 align:middle line:84% Whose broad stripes and bright stars through the perilous 00:18:02.860 --> 00:18:07.755 align:middle line:84% fight, o'er the ramparts we watched 00:18:07.755 --> 00:18:11.400 align:middle line:90% were so gallantly streaming? 00:18:11.400 --> 00:18:18.370 align:middle line:84% And the rockets' red glare, the bombs bursting in air, 00:18:18.370 --> 00:18:25.480 align:middle line:84% gave proof through the night that our flag was still there. 00:18:25.480 --> 00:18:35.230 align:middle line:84% O say does that star-spangled banner yet wave o'er 00:18:35.230 --> 00:18:48.404 align:middle line:84% the land of the free and the home of the brave? 00:18:48.404 --> 00:18:52.356 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 00:18:52.356 --> 00:19:17.570 align:middle line:90% 00:19:17.570 --> 00:19:22.970 align:middle line:84% Once again, continue to stand for a moment of silence. 00:19:22.970 --> 00:19:28.580 align:middle line:84% Representatives of the 190th General Court who passed away 00:19:28.580 --> 00:19:31.170 align:middle line:90% in the last session. 00:19:31.170 --> 00:19:35.310 align:middle line:84% Representative Gailanne Cariddi, the gentle lady 00:19:35.310 --> 00:19:37.520 align:middle line:90% from North Adams. 00:19:37.520 --> 00:19:40.340 align:middle line:84% Representative Christopher Walsh, 00:19:40.340 --> 00:19:43.110 align:middle line:90% the gentleman from Framingham. 00:19:43.110 --> 00:19:48.930 align:middle line:84% Representative Peter Kocot, the gentleman from North Hampton. 00:19:48.930 --> 00:19:54.040 align:middle line:84% And Representative James Miceli, the gentleman from Wilmington. 00:19:54.040 --> 00:20:02.800 align:middle line:90% 00:20:02.800 --> 00:20:04.000 align:middle line:90% Thank you so very much. 00:20:04.000 --> 00:20:04.820 align:middle line:90% You can be seated. 00:20:04.820 --> 00:20:22.180 align:middle line:90% 00:20:22.180 --> 00:20:27.670 align:middle line:84% Congratulations to all on your successful elections. 00:20:27.670 --> 00:20:35.660 align:middle line:84% A grateful welcome to the members of the Class of 2019. 00:20:35.660 --> 00:20:39.640 align:middle line:84% A hearty welcome back to those who 00:20:39.640 --> 00:20:43.200 align:middle line:84% find the work of this institution 00:20:43.200 --> 00:20:50.690 align:middle line:84% paramount in their lives and in the lives of those they serve. 00:20:50.690 --> 00:20:56.090 align:middle line:84% History tells us we are the oldest and most hallowed 00:20:56.090 --> 00:21:02.190 align:middle line:84% institution of democracy, crafted by long ago 00:21:02.190 --> 00:21:08.420 align:middle line:84% peers, most of whom had little or no prior knowledge 00:21:08.420 --> 00:21:14.370 align:middle line:84% of government, never mind how to run one. 00:21:14.370 --> 00:21:20.610 align:middle line:84% I direct your attention to the mural on the wall behind me. 00:21:20.610 --> 00:21:23.600 align:middle line:90% 00:21:23.600 --> 00:21:24.970 align:middle line:90% Both of them, I guess. 00:21:24.970 --> 00:21:27.410 align:middle line:90% Right over here. 00:21:27.410 --> 00:21:28.850 align:middle line:90% To my left, your right. 00:21:28.850 --> 00:21:33.830 align:middle line:90% 00:21:33.830 --> 00:21:38.850 align:middle line:84% They proposed a document in 1780. 00:21:38.850 --> 00:21:43.740 align:middle line:84% And after much input and debate, it 00:21:43.740 --> 00:21:49.060 align:middle line:84% became the Constitution of this Commonwealth. 00:21:49.060 --> 00:21:54.730 align:middle line:84% Tested by time, inhaled as the greatest work 00:21:54.730 --> 00:21:58.660 align:middle line:84% produced by free people for the enjoyment 00:21:58.660 --> 00:22:02.650 align:middle line:90% of peace, freedom, and liberty. 00:22:02.650 --> 00:22:07.950 align:middle line:84% Today, we once again proceed to fill 00:22:07.950 --> 00:22:15.690 align:middle line:84% the shoes of our predecessors in this, the 191st biennium 00:22:15.690 --> 00:22:18.780 align:middle line:90% of the General Court. 00:22:18.780 --> 00:22:25.790 align:middle line:84% It's a big job, a demanding job, a full-time job. 00:22:25.790 --> 00:22:30.920 align:middle line:84% But one you are capable of doing. 00:22:30.920 --> 00:22:34.610 align:middle line:84% If you were not, your constituents 00:22:34.610 --> 00:22:38.690 align:middle line:90% would not have sent you here. 00:22:38.690 --> 00:22:51.370 align:middle line:84% Let me take a minute to speak directly to the Class of 2019. 00:22:51.370 --> 00:22:58.580 align:middle line:84% We want you, we need you, to roll up your sleeves, 00:22:58.580 --> 00:23:05.000 align:middle line:84% dig into the shoes of the day, and offer your insights. 00:23:05.000 --> 00:23:08.260 align:middle line:90% We want you to plow new ground. 00:23:08.260 --> 00:23:16.660 align:middle line:84% Trust me, no one has yet has cornered the idea market. 00:23:16.660 --> 00:23:25.330 align:middle line:84% And never, never, never be afraid to air your ideas. 00:23:25.330 --> 00:23:32.200 align:middle line:84% Use your God-given talents and gifts to make it so. 00:23:32.200 --> 00:23:37.210 align:middle line:84% The future of this House is made stable 00:23:37.210 --> 00:23:43.450 align:middle line:84% when the new are made welcome in our herd. 00:23:43.450 --> 00:23:49.420 align:middle line:84% You have a unique, special role to play in this House. 00:23:49.420 --> 00:23:55.930 align:middle line:84% And we will delight in seeing you fulfill it. 00:23:55.930 --> 00:24:03.540 align:middle line:84% You have the opportunity to make this institution greater 00:24:03.540 --> 00:24:05.698 align:middle line:90% than it is. 00:24:05.698 --> 00:24:10.510 align:middle line:84% It is this chamber that has it all. 00:24:10.510 --> 00:24:13.600 align:middle line:84% We are the closest to the people. 00:24:13.600 --> 00:24:18.430 align:middle line:84% We are laden with expertise and experience. 00:24:18.430 --> 00:24:23.700 align:middle line:84% We can attain heights never seen before 00:24:23.700 --> 00:24:27.990 align:middle line:90% if we dare to tap into them. 00:24:27.990 --> 00:24:32.470 align:middle line:84% If we encourage and utilize our potential, 00:24:32.470 --> 00:24:36.440 align:middle line:90% the possibilities are endless. 00:24:36.440 --> 00:24:42.770 align:middle line:84% The power of acquired knowledge is only as potent 00:24:42.770 --> 00:24:48.680 align:middle line:84% when paired with the twin virtues of hard work 00:24:48.680 --> 00:24:50.950 align:middle line:90% and humility. 00:24:50.950 --> 00:24:58.680 align:middle line:84% Don't waste this golden gift given to us. 00:24:58.680 --> 00:25:03.450 align:middle line:84% Now let us begin this journey of opportunity 00:25:03.450 --> 00:25:07.710 align:middle line:84% as we climb to greater heights to serve 00:25:07.710 --> 00:25:14.390 align:middle line:84% the people of this great Commonwealth together. 00:25:14.390 --> 00:25:20.060 align:middle line:84% For it is together when we succeed. 00:25:20.060 --> 00:25:25.520 align:middle line:84% It is together where we may fail. 00:25:25.520 --> 00:25:28.640 align:middle line:84% It will be together we best serve 00:25:28.640 --> 00:25:32.940 align:middle line:84% the people of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. 00:25:32.940 --> 00:25:34.339 align:middle line:90% Thank you very much. 00:25:34.339 --> 00:25:37.762 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 00:25:37.762 --> 00:25:48.031 align:middle line:90% 00:25:48.031 --> 00:25:52.887 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 00:25:52.887 --> 00:25:54.220 align:middle line:90% House will be in a brief recess. 00:25:54.220 --> 00:26:09.550 align:middle line:90% 00:26:09.550 --> 00:26:12.620 align:middle line:84% I don't have any jib sheets on the US senators, 00:26:12.620 --> 00:26:14.170 align:middle line:90% so I don't know what to say. 00:26:14.170 --> 00:26:16.630 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 00:26:16.630 --> 00:26:20.074 align:middle line:90% [MUTED] 00:26:20.074 --> 00:26:29.940 align:middle line:90% 00:26:29.940 --> 00:26:35.780 align:middle line:84% The biggest enjoyment I get on this opening day 00:26:35.780 --> 00:26:44.290 align:middle line:84% is introducing three men who, for the last 50 years, 00:26:44.290 --> 00:26:49.000 align:middle line:90% have made this House what it is. 00:26:49.000 --> 00:26:54.670 align:middle line:84% And the first individual was the 79th speaker of the House 00:26:54.670 --> 00:26:59.590 align:middle line:90% from 1969 to 1975. 00:26:59.590 --> 00:27:03.550 align:middle line:84% He was the Secretary of Administration and Finance 00:27:03.550 --> 00:27:07.270 align:middle line:84% from 1981 to '83 under Governor Ed King. 00:27:07.270 --> 00:27:09.860 align:middle line:90% 00:27:09.860 --> 00:27:15.246 align:middle line:84% And from 1975 to 2004, was the President of the Holyoke 00:27:15.246 --> 00:27:15.996 align:middle line:90% Community College. 00:27:15.996 --> 00:27:20.390 align:middle line:90% 00:27:20.390 --> 00:27:30.361 align:middle line:84% His main accomplishment in life was Chapter 766, 00:27:30.361 --> 00:27:36.520 align:middle line:84% first in the nation, special educational law. 00:27:36.520 --> 00:27:40.230 align:middle line:84% And since then, copied by every state. 00:27:40.230 --> 00:27:43.190 align:middle line:90% 00:27:43.190 --> 00:27:50.410 align:middle line:84% This people, this legislation, put everyone 00:27:50.410 --> 00:27:51.475 align:middle line:90% on an equal footing. 00:27:51.475 --> 00:27:55.140 align:middle line:90% 00:27:55.140 --> 00:27:58.410 align:middle line:84% It didn't matter where you came from, 00:27:58.410 --> 00:28:02.710 align:middle line:84% what you did, what your capabilities were. 00:28:02.710 --> 00:28:09.845 align:middle line:84% This law allowed public schools to treat everyone equally. 00:28:09.845 --> 00:28:13.380 align:middle line:90% 00:28:13.380 --> 00:28:19.090 align:middle line:84% Again, copied by everyone in the United States of America. 00:28:19.090 --> 00:28:22.840 align:middle line:84% The dean of the speakers, David Bartley. 00:28:22.840 --> 00:28:26.284 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 00:28:26.284 --> 00:28:47.970 align:middle line:90% 00:28:47.970 --> 00:28:52.910 align:middle line:84% The next two gentlemen are my very personal friends. 00:28:52.910 --> 00:28:59.600 align:middle line:84% Elected first in 1983, speaker of the house in 1996. 00:28:59.600 --> 00:29:03.600 align:middle line:84% Served as speaker for over eight years. 00:29:03.600 --> 00:29:08.150 align:middle line:84% Former President of the Massachusetts Biotechnology 00:29:08.150 --> 00:29:10.090 align:middle line:90% Council. 00:29:10.090 --> 00:29:14.365 align:middle line:84% Talk radio host at WRKO for many, many years. 00:29:14.365 --> 00:29:17.310 align:middle line:90% 00:29:17.310 --> 00:29:22.600 align:middle line:84% This gentleman created the state's rainy day fund. 00:29:22.600 --> 00:29:26.970 align:middle line:84% And let me tell you, I've been here a while. 00:29:26.970 --> 00:29:29.710 align:middle line:90% It's still raining outside, OK? 00:29:29.710 --> 00:29:34.440 align:middle line:84% And we have been using the money that he set aside 00:29:34.440 --> 00:29:37.920 align:middle line:90% for years and years and years. 00:29:37.920 --> 00:29:44.050 align:middle line:84% And that's why this Commonwealth has a triple A rating. 00:29:44.050 --> 00:29:44.690 align:middle line:90% Who knows? 00:29:44.690 --> 00:29:45.782 align:middle line:90% But it's close, huh? 00:29:45.782 --> 00:29:46.282 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 00:29:46.282 --> 00:29:46.782 align:middle line:90% A-plus. 00:29:46.782 --> 00:29:47.620 align:middle line:90% A-plus. 00:29:47.620 --> 00:29:52.030 align:middle line:84% Never needed to use 9C cuts under this gentleman 00:29:52.030 --> 00:29:55.820 align:middle line:84% because he always had a balanced budget. 00:29:55.820 --> 00:29:57.209 align:middle line:90% Thomas Finneran. 00:29:57.209 --> 00:30:01.201 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 00:30:01.201 --> 00:30:19.170 align:middle line:90% 00:30:19.170 --> 00:30:23.440 align:middle line:84% And last but not least, the 84th speaker 00:30:23.440 --> 00:30:28.690 align:middle line:84% of the House, who turned the reins of power 00:30:28.690 --> 00:30:32.490 align:middle line:84% over to our present officeholder. 00:30:32.490 --> 00:30:38.464 align:middle line:84% The architect of Massachusetts health care law, which-- 00:30:38.464 --> 00:30:44.280 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 00:30:44.280 --> 00:30:49.830 align:middle line:84% --which was the model for the federal Affordable Care Act. 00:30:49.830 --> 00:30:54.210 align:middle line:84% 97% of the people in Massachusetts 00:30:54.210 --> 00:30:57.750 align:middle line:90% are now covered under this law. 00:30:57.750 --> 00:31:04.140 align:middle line:84% And he single-handedly was the one who put it in place. 00:31:04.140 --> 00:31:08.040 align:middle line:84% He's the architect of Massachusetts' move 00:31:08.040 --> 00:31:15.980 align:middle line:84% to install solar and wind as our primary sources of energy. 00:31:15.980 --> 00:31:18.890 align:middle line:84% And he will go down in history as one 00:31:18.890 --> 00:31:24.290 align:middle line:84% who brought justice to the civil rights of our citizens. 00:31:24.290 --> 00:31:25.190 align:middle line:90% Sal DiMasi. 00:31:25.190 --> 00:31:29.142 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 00:31:29.142 --> 00:31:53.360 align:middle line:90% 00:31:53.360 --> 00:31:54.950 align:middle line:84% Elizabeth, you don't mind if I just 00:31:54.950 --> 00:32:01.730 align:middle line:84% say a word or two about the senior, yet junior, US senator? 00:32:01.730 --> 00:32:07.280 align:middle line:84% Because I've known him since he started in this House 00:32:07.280 --> 00:32:09.971 align:middle line:90% 16 years ago. 00:32:09.971 --> 00:32:13.310 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 00:32:13.310 --> 00:32:16.660 align:middle line:90% 00:32:16.660 --> 00:32:18.910 align:middle line:84% Ed Markey is an American politician 00:32:18.910 --> 00:32:21.460 align:middle line:84% serving as the junior United States senator 00:32:21.460 --> 00:32:25.780 align:middle line:90% from Massachusetts since 2013. 00:32:25.780 --> 00:32:28.330 align:middle line:84% He was the United States representative 00:32:28.330 --> 00:32:31.660 align:middle line:84% for Massachusetts' 7th congressional district 00:32:31.660 --> 00:32:37.738 align:middle line:90% from 1976 to 2013. 00:32:37.738 --> 00:32:38.780 align:middle line:90% God, you've got to be old 00:32:38.780 --> 00:32:39.280 align:middle line:90% Whoo. 00:32:39.280 --> 00:32:42.125 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 00:32:42.125 --> 00:32:47.660 align:middle line:84% He has spent his time focusing on energy policy, Chairman 00:32:47.660 --> 00:32:50.810 align:middle line:84% of the House Select Committee on Energy Independence and Global 00:32:50.810 --> 00:32:52.370 align:middle line:90% Warming. 00:32:52.370 --> 00:32:55.970 align:middle line:84% There's a lot of newer reps who would 00:32:55.970 --> 00:33:00.890 align:middle line:84% like to talk to you because that's their issue. 00:33:00.890 --> 00:33:04.820 align:middle line:84% In 2013, after John Kerry was appointed United States 00:33:04.820 --> 00:33:09.050 align:middle line:84% Secretary of Service, he was elected to serve the balance. 00:33:09.050 --> 00:33:11.530 align:middle line:84% He's the eighth most senior member. 00:33:11.530 --> 00:33:16.080 align:middle line:84% And in 2014, was elected to a full six year Senate term. 00:33:16.080 --> 00:33:18.770 align:middle line:84% He is the dean of the Massachusetts 00:33:18.770 --> 00:33:22.910 align:middle line:84% congressional delegation and the second longest serving member 00:33:22.910 --> 00:33:26.870 align:middle line:84% of Congress from New England behind Senator Patrick 00:33:26.870 --> 00:33:29.120 align:middle line:90% Leahy of Vermont. 00:33:29.120 --> 00:33:31.709 align:middle line:84% Senator, thank you for your presence today. 00:33:31.709 --> 00:33:35.621 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 00:33:35.621 --> 00:33:51.280 align:middle line:90% 00:33:51.280 --> 00:33:55.300 align:middle line:84% Senator Liz Warren, they gave me nothing about you. 00:33:55.300 --> 00:34:06.290 align:middle line:84% But let me tell you, you're the senior United States senator 00:34:06.290 --> 00:34:11.639 align:middle line:84% who won a great election this past year. 00:34:11.639 --> 00:34:19.500 align:middle line:84% You also are going on to bigger and better things later. 00:34:19.500 --> 00:34:23.699 align:middle line:84% I appreciate what you have done in the short time you have 00:34:23.699 --> 00:34:26.850 align:middle line:90% been our United States senator. 00:34:26.850 --> 00:34:32.010 align:middle line:84% Another individual who has brought equality 00:34:32.010 --> 00:34:36.420 align:middle line:84% in so many issues to the people of this state 00:34:36.420 --> 00:34:40.320 align:middle line:84% and to the people of the United States of America. 00:34:40.320 --> 00:34:43.380 align:middle line:84% Senator, I wish you the best in the future. 00:34:43.380 --> 00:34:45.641 align:middle line:90% Senator Elizabeth Warren. 00:34:45.641 --> 00:34:49.078 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE AND CHEERING] 00:34:49.078 --> 00:35:10.220 align:middle line:90% 00:35:10.220 --> 00:35:11.210 align:middle line:90% One last one. 00:35:11.210 --> 00:35:14.570 align:middle line:90% 00:35:14.570 --> 00:35:18.600 align:middle line:84% I think I know this kid fairly well. 00:35:18.600 --> 00:35:20.710 align:middle line:90% The son of immigrants. 00:35:20.710 --> 00:35:25.670 align:middle line:84% And he won election to this body in 1997 00:35:25.670 --> 00:35:31.970 align:middle line:84% and served here until 2014 as my seatmate. 00:35:31.970 --> 00:35:36.847 align:middle line:84% He's gone, and Marty, I'm still in the same seat. 00:35:36.847 --> 00:35:39.470 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 00:35:39.470 --> 00:35:42.760 align:middle line:84% He and Representative Malia led the fight 00:35:42.760 --> 00:35:48.880 align:middle line:84% to treat addiction, primarily as a health care issue. 00:35:48.880 --> 00:35:54.540 align:middle line:84% And it took he and Representative Malia years 00:35:54.540 --> 00:36:00.960 align:middle line:84% to change this body, which then changed the other body. 00:36:00.960 --> 00:36:06.900 align:middle line:84% And now it is law in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. 00:36:06.900 --> 00:36:11.880 align:middle line:84% He's a progressive, pragmatic problem solver. 00:36:11.880 --> 00:36:16.320 align:middle line:84% He fights for every corner and community in the city. 00:36:16.320 --> 00:36:20.650 align:middle line:84% He's a lifelong champion of working people. 00:36:20.650 --> 00:36:24.806 align:middle line:84% He is now the 54th mayor of the city of Boston. 00:36:24.806 --> 00:36:25.758 align:middle line:90% Whoo. 00:36:25.758 --> 00:36:29.090 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 00:36:29.090 --> 00:36:34.790 align:middle line:90% He is America's mayor of mayors. 00:36:34.790 --> 00:36:37.200 align:middle line:84% His milestones since he started there 00:36:37.200 --> 00:36:41.000 align:middle line:84% include the nation's first municipal Office of Recovery 00:36:41.000 --> 00:36:45.920 align:middle line:84% Services to prevent and treat substance abuse, the city's 00:36:45.920 --> 00:36:48.770 align:middle line:84% first cultural plan in a generation 00:36:48.770 --> 00:36:53.440 align:middle line:84% to restore Boston's identity as an arts leader. 00:36:53.440 --> 00:36:58.670 align:middle line:84% And in a sign of strong fiscal management in economic policy, 00:36:58.670 --> 00:37:04.460 align:middle line:84% the city's first perfect AAA bond ratings, 00:37:04.460 --> 00:37:09.080 align:middle line:84% unlocking unprecedented investments in parks, 00:37:09.080 --> 00:37:12.850 align:middle line:90% libraries, and public safety. 00:37:12.850 --> 00:37:14.540 align:middle line:90% A great kid. 00:37:14.540 --> 00:37:18.900 align:middle line:84% I was happy that he left here, because for 16 and 1/2 years, 00:37:18.900 --> 00:37:23.294 align:middle line:84% I sat next to him and he was the biggest pain blah, blah, blah. 00:37:23.294 --> 00:37:26.250 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 00:37:26.250 --> 00:37:32.190 align:middle line:84% He would jump up in this chamber no matter what the debate 00:37:32.190 --> 00:37:34.890 align:middle line:90% was and get involved. 00:37:34.890 --> 00:37:37.500 align:middle line:84% And I knew then that he was going on 00:37:37.500 --> 00:37:39.820 align:middle line:90% to bigger and better things. 00:37:39.820 --> 00:37:42.420 align:middle line:84% And he's causing an uproar in the city of Boston, 00:37:42.420 --> 00:37:44.370 align:middle line:90% let me tell you, for the good. 00:37:44.370 --> 00:37:46.059 align:middle line:90% Martin J Walsh. 00:37:46.059 --> 00:37:49.552 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 00:37:49.552 --> 00:38:05.021 align:middle line:90% 00:38:05.021 --> 00:38:06.019 align:middle line:90% How am I doing? 00:38:06.019 --> 00:38:14.540 align:middle line:90% 00:38:14.540 --> 00:38:18.290 align:middle line:84% Last group of individuals I am going to talk about, 00:38:18.290 --> 00:38:20.430 align:middle line:90% very quickly too. 00:38:20.430 --> 00:38:25.470 align:middle line:84% These are the people who make this institution run, 00:38:25.470 --> 00:38:28.510 align:middle line:84% and you can understand when I mention 00:38:28.510 --> 00:38:32.040 align:middle line:90% their years of longevity. 00:38:32.040 --> 00:38:40.000 align:middle line:84% Ray Amaru, 60 years of public participation in this, 00:38:40.000 --> 00:38:42.377 align:middle line:90% the House of Representatives. 00:38:42.377 --> 00:38:43.210 align:middle line:90% Ray, are you around? 00:38:43.210 --> 00:38:44.040 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 00:38:44.040 --> 00:38:44.709 align:middle line:90% There you are. 00:38:44.709 --> 00:38:48.132 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 00:38:48.132 --> 00:39:02.820 align:middle line:90% 00:39:02.820 --> 00:39:07.290 align:middle line:84% Next to me is Gene DiPersio, who's in his 49th year. 00:39:07.290 --> 00:39:12.060 align:middle line:84% And he's fantastic because if someone's 00:39:12.060 --> 00:39:14.490 align:middle line:84% up here that doesn't know anybody down there, 00:39:14.490 --> 00:39:16.320 align:middle line:90% he knows everyone's name. 00:39:16.320 --> 00:39:18.210 align:middle line:90% He helps everybody all the time. 00:39:18.210 --> 00:39:19.600 align:middle line:90% Gene DiPersio. 00:39:19.600 --> 00:39:23.100 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 00:39:23.100 --> 00:39:36.190 align:middle line:90% 00:39:36.190 --> 00:39:38.350 align:middle line:84% My dear friend, who pretty much came 00:39:38.350 --> 00:39:42.520 align:middle line:84% in with me, who runs the position down there that's 00:39:42.520 --> 00:39:44.050 align:middle line:90% closest to me. 00:39:44.050 --> 00:39:46.150 align:middle line:90% He's been here for 46 years. 00:39:46.150 --> 00:39:47.370 align:middle line:90% Joe Quinn. 00:39:47.370 --> 00:39:50.370 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 00:39:50.370 --> 00:39:51.870 align:middle line:90% 00:39:51.870 --> 00:40:02.870 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 00:40:02.870 --> 00:40:09.320 align:middle line:84% Last but not least, the clerk of the House of Representatives 00:40:09.320 --> 00:40:11.920 align:middle line:84% who just got renominated down there. 00:40:11.920 --> 00:40:14.030 align:middle line:84% And now if you can convince some Republicans, 00:40:14.030 --> 00:40:17.570 align:middle line:90% you'll be the clerk again. 00:40:17.570 --> 00:40:20.810 align:middle line:90% 55 years of continued service. 00:40:20.810 --> 00:40:25.760 align:middle line:84% Imagine having to stand here for I don't know how long 00:40:25.760 --> 00:40:31.070 align:middle line:84% and advise this House what is proper or improper. 00:40:31.070 --> 00:40:32.180 align:middle line:90% Steve James. 00:40:32.180 --> 00:40:35.617 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE AND CHEERING] 00:40:35.617 --> 00:40:54.280 align:middle line:90% 00:40:54.280 --> 00:40:57.090 align:middle line:84% Communication from the Secretary of the Commonwealth. 00:40:57.090 --> 00:40:59.468 align:middle line:90% 00:40:59.468 --> 00:41:02.010 align:middle line:84% Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Secretary of the Commonwealth, 00:41:02.010 --> 00:41:04.430 align:middle line:84% State House, Boston, January 2, 2019. 00:41:04.430 --> 00:41:06.180 align:middle line:84% To the honorable House of Representatives, 00:41:06.180 --> 00:41:08.680 align:middle line:84% I have the honor to lay before you the returns of votes cast 00:41:08.680 --> 00:41:11.040 align:middle line:84% at the election held in this Commonwealth on the 6th day 00:41:11.040 --> 00:41:13.290 align:middle line:84% of November 2018 for representative 00:41:13.290 --> 00:41:15.062 align:middle line:84% and General Court in the several districts 00:41:15.062 --> 00:41:17.520 align:middle line:84% together with schedules showing the number of ballots which 00:41:17.520 --> 00:41:20.617 align:middle line:84% appear to have been cast for each person voted for. 00:41:20.617 --> 00:41:22.200 align:middle line:84% These returns have been duly canvassed 00:41:22.200 --> 00:41:23.912 align:middle line:84% by the governor and council and are now 00:41:23.912 --> 00:41:26.370 align:middle line:84% transmitted for examination by the House of Representatives 00:41:26.370 --> 00:41:29.940 align:middle line:84% as required by the Constitution and General Laws. 00:41:29.940 --> 00:41:32.340 align:middle line:84% Very truly yours, William Francis Galvin, 00:41:32.340 --> 00:41:33.925 align:middle line:90% Secretary of the Commonwealth. 00:41:33.925 --> 00:41:44.710 align:middle line:90% 00:41:44.710 --> 00:41:49.450 align:middle line:84% Mr. Mahoney of Worcester refers that this communication-- 00:41:49.450 --> 00:41:51.160 align:middle line:90% Be referred to as special-- 00:41:51.160 --> 00:41:53.350 align:middle line:84% --be referred to as special commission in the House. 00:41:53.350 --> 00:41:54.920 align:middle line:90% Those in favor, say aye. 00:41:54.920 --> 00:41:55.420 align:middle line:90% Aye. 00:41:55.420 --> 00:41:57.640 align:middle line:90% Those opposed? 00:41:57.640 --> 00:41:59.764 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 00:41:59.764 --> 00:42:04.744 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] and Mr. [INAUDIBLE]. 00:42:04.744 --> 00:42:07.240 align:middle line:84% [INAUDIBLE] orders of their duty. 00:42:07.240 --> 00:42:10.440 align:middle line:84% Mr. Mahoney of Worcester offers an order 00:42:10.440 --> 00:42:13.590 align:middle line:90% which the clerk will read. 00:42:13.590 --> 00:42:15.330 align:middle line:84% Ordered that the returns of votes 00:42:15.330 --> 00:42:17.288 align:middle line:84% of the representatives of the several districts 00:42:17.288 --> 00:42:19.538 align:middle line:84% of the Commonwealth be referred to a special committee 00:42:19.538 --> 00:42:20.720 align:middle line:90% to consist of three members. 00:42:20.720 --> 00:42:24.560 align:middle line:90% 00:42:24.560 --> 00:42:25.500 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 00:42:25.500 --> 00:42:26.000 align:middle line:90% Yes. 00:42:26.000 --> 00:42:27.057 align:middle line:90% Yes. 00:42:27.057 --> 00:42:28.890 align:middle line:84% The question comes in adoption of the order. 00:42:28.890 --> 00:42:32.720 align:middle line:84% Question comes on the adoption of the order. 00:42:32.720 --> 00:42:33.990 align:middle line:90% The chair will appoint Mr.-- 00:42:33.990 --> 00:42:35.481 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 00:42:35.481 --> 00:42:39.220 align:middle line:84% The chair will appoint Mr. Mahoney of Worcester, 00:42:39.220 --> 00:42:44.622 align:middle line:84% Gordon of Bedford, and Boldyga of Southwick. 00:42:44.622 --> 00:42:45.580 align:middle line:90% Question comes on that. 00:42:45.580 --> 00:42:46.810 align:middle line:90% All those in favor, say aye. 00:42:46.810 --> 00:42:47.950 align:middle line:90% Aye. 00:42:47.950 --> 00:42:49.522 align:middle line:90% Opposed, no. 00:42:49.522 --> 00:42:50.230 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 00:42:50.230 --> 00:43:00.960 align:middle line:84% [MUTED] Mr. Mahoney and the committee, 00:43:00.960 --> 00:43:02.390 align:middle line:90% would they come forward, please? 00:43:02.390 --> 00:43:07.886 align:middle line:90% 00:43:07.886 --> 00:43:11.870 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 00:43:11.870 --> 00:43:34.280 align:middle line:90% 00:43:34.280 --> 00:43:38.182 align:middle line:90% House will be in a brief recess. 00:43:38.182 --> 00:43:39.131 align:middle line:90% Angie? 00:43:39.131 --> 00:43:39.631 align:middle line:90% Angelo? 00:43:39.631 --> 00:43:43.500 align:middle line:90% 00:43:43.500 --> 00:43:44.970 align:middle line:90% You're doing great so far. 00:43:44.970 --> 00:43:47.390 align:middle line:84% Lean in a little closer to the mic. 00:43:47.390 --> 00:43:47.980 align:middle line:90% That's one. 00:43:47.980 --> 00:43:53.788 align:middle line:84% And two, you haven't forgotten your family, have you? 00:43:53.788 --> 00:43:58.225 align:middle line:90% 00:43:58.225 --> 00:44:01.669 align:middle line:90% You didn't-- come on. 00:44:01.669 --> 00:44:02.169 align:middle line:90% Jesus. 00:44:02.169 --> 00:44:14.500 align:middle line:90% 00:44:14.500 --> 00:44:16.411 align:middle line:90% Can you folks hear me up there? 00:44:16.411 --> 00:44:19.297 align:middle line:90% No. 00:44:19.297 --> 00:44:20.740 align:middle line:90% Let's start all over. 00:44:20.740 --> 00:44:24.120 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 00:44:24.120 --> 00:44:25.821 align:middle line:84% You mean you didn't hear the speech? 00:44:25.821 --> 00:44:26.321 align:middle line:90% No. 00:44:26.321 --> 00:44:31.390 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 00:44:31.390 --> 00:44:31.890 align:middle line:90% All right. 00:44:31.890 --> 00:44:34.466 align:middle line:84% I'm going to go back from the beginning, how's that? 00:44:34.466 --> 00:44:38.440 align:middle line:84% [MUTED] The speaker is doing this to me. 00:44:38.440 --> 00:44:39.460 align:middle line:90% That's what's happening. 00:44:39.460 --> 00:44:44.973 align:middle line:84% [CHUCKLE] [MUTED] --report of a committee. 00:44:44.973 --> 00:44:51.010 align:middle line:90% 00:44:51.010 --> 00:44:52.940 align:middle line:84% The special committee of the House to which 00:44:52.940 --> 00:44:55.920 align:middle line:84% was referred the returns of votes for representatives 00:44:55.920 --> 00:44:58.250 align:middle line:84% in several representative districts of the Commonwealth 00:44:58.250 --> 00:45:01.190 align:middle line:84% reports thereon that the person's name therein 00:45:01.190 --> 00:45:04.278 align:middle line:90% had been duly elected. 00:45:04.278 --> 00:45:07.690 align:middle line:84% Mr. Mahoney moves suspension of the rules. 00:45:07.690 --> 00:45:11.500 align:middle line:84% Mr. Mahoney of Worcester moves suspension of the rules. 00:45:11.500 --> 00:45:13.210 align:middle line:90% All those in favor, say aye. 00:45:13.210 --> 00:45:14.122 align:middle line:90% Opposed, no. 00:45:14.122 --> 00:45:14.830 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 00:45:14.830 --> 00:45:16.208 align:middle line:90% The rules are suspended. 00:45:16.208 --> 00:45:18.000 align:middle line:84% Question comes on acceptance of the report. 00:45:18.000 --> 00:45:20.010 align:middle line:84% Question comes on the acceptance of the report. 00:45:20.010 --> 00:45:21.360 align:middle line:90% All those in favor, say aye. 00:45:21.360 --> 00:45:22.260 align:middle line:90% Aye. 00:45:22.260 --> 00:45:23.620 align:middle line:90% Those opposed, no. 00:45:23.620 --> 00:45:24.400 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 00:45:24.400 --> 00:45:27.506 align:middle line:90% The report is accepted. 00:45:27.506 --> 00:45:29.482 align:middle line:90% This next thing is for the-- 00:45:29.482 --> 00:45:51.250 align:middle line:90% an order-- [MUTED] 00:45:51.250 --> 00:45:55.480 align:middle line:84% Mr. Rogers of Norwood offers an order that the clerk will read. 00:45:55.480 --> 00:46:00.090 align:middle line:90% 00:46:00.090 --> 00:46:02.090 align:middle line:84% Ordered that a special committee be appointed 00:46:02.090 --> 00:46:03.840 align:middle line:84% to wait upon his Excellency, the governor, 00:46:03.840 --> 00:46:06.210 align:middle line:84% and inform him that a quorum of the members 00:46:06.210 --> 00:46:08.550 align:middle line:84% elect of the House of Representatives have assembled 00:46:08.550 --> 00:46:10.980 align:middle line:84% and that they are ready to take the oaths and affirmations 00:46:10.980 --> 00:46:12.240 align:middle line:90% of qualification. 00:46:12.240 --> 00:46:15.000 align:middle line:90% 00:46:15.000 --> 00:46:16.980 align:middle line:84% Question comes in the adoption of the order. 00:46:16.980 --> 00:46:18.780 align:middle line:90% All those in favor, say aye. 00:46:18.780 --> 00:46:20.110 align:middle line:90% Those opposed, no. 00:46:20.110 --> 00:46:20.920 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 00:46:20.920 --> 00:46:23.550 align:middle line:90% The order is adopted. 00:46:23.550 --> 00:46:28.430 align:middle line:84% The chair will appoint the following individuals to serve. 00:46:28.430 --> 00:46:30.750 align:middle line:90% Mr. Kearney of Scituate. 00:46:30.750 --> 00:46:33.140 align:middle line:90% Mr. Rogers of Norwood. 00:46:33.140 --> 00:46:35.630 align:middle line:90% Ms. Robinson of Framingham. 00:46:35.630 --> 00:46:38.210 align:middle line:90% Mr. Hecht of Watertown. 00:46:38.210 --> 00:46:40.460 align:middle line:90% Ms. Campbell of Methuen. 00:46:40.460 --> 00:46:42.530 align:middle line:90% Ms. Keefe of Worcester. 00:46:42.530 --> 00:46:44.960 align:middle line:90% Mr. Silvia of Fall River. 00:46:44.960 --> 00:46:47.210 align:middle line:90% Mr. Wong of Saugus. 00:46:47.210 --> 00:46:49.730 align:middle line:90% Mr. Garballey of Arlington. 00:46:49.730 --> 00:46:51.950 align:middle line:90% Mr. Holmes of Boston. 00:46:51.950 --> 00:46:54.200 align:middle line:90% Mr. Dooley of Norfolk. 00:46:54.200 --> 00:46:59.030 align:middle line:84% Mr. DuBois-- Madam DuBois of Brockton. 00:46:59.030 --> 00:47:01.240 align:middle line:90% Mr. Cullinane of Boston. 00:47:01.240 --> 00:47:03.230 align:middle line:90% Ms. Garry of Dracut. 00:47:03.230 --> 00:47:05.600 align:middle line:90% Ms. Fiola of Fall River. 00:47:05.600 --> 00:47:07.730 align:middle line:90% Mr. D'Emilia of Bridgewater. 00:47:07.730 --> 00:47:10.070 align:middle line:90% Mr. Finn of West Springfield. 00:47:10.070 --> 00:47:12.920 align:middle line:90% Mr. Howitt of Seekonk. 00:47:12.920 --> 00:47:15.440 align:middle line:90% Ms. Gifford of Wareham. 00:47:15.440 --> 00:47:18.150 align:middle line:90% Mr. Williams of Springfield. 00:47:18.150 --> 00:47:20.210 align:middle line:90% Mr. Hunt of Boston. 00:47:20.210 --> 00:47:22.310 align:middle line:90% Mr. Walsh of Peabody. 00:47:22.310 --> 00:47:25.908 align:middle line:90% And Mr. Chan of Quincy. 00:47:25.908 --> 00:47:28.740 align:middle line:84% All members, please form in the well of the House. 00:47:28.740 --> 00:47:31.450 align:middle line:84% All members, please form in the well of the house. 00:47:31.450 --> 00:47:34.432 align:middle line:90% You don't need-- [MUTED] 00:47:34.432 --> 00:47:37.911 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 00:47:37.911 --> 00:48:11.760 align:middle line:90% 00:48:11.760 --> 00:48:14.100 align:middle line:84% The committee will proceed under the guidance 00:48:14.100 --> 00:48:15.600 align:middle line:90% of the Sergeant of Arms. 00:48:15.600 --> 00:48:19.030 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 00:48:19.030 --> 00:48:22.460 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 00:48:22.460 --> 00:48:54.800 align:middle line:90% 00:48:54.800 --> 00:48:55.800 align:middle line:90% Hey, Angie? 00:48:55.800 --> 00:49:00.680 align:middle line:84% So far, you're getting 4 out of 5 stars. 00:49:00.680 --> 00:49:01.676 align:middle line:90% Don't blow it. 00:49:01.676 --> 00:49:19.604 align:middle line:90% [MUTED] 00:49:19.604 --> 00:49:23.090 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 00:49:23.090 --> 00:50:10.930 align:middle line:90% 00:50:10.930 --> 00:50:12.280 align:middle line:90% House will come to order. 00:50:12.280 --> 00:50:15.680 align:middle line:84% While we await the return of the committee, 00:50:15.680 --> 00:50:18.130 align:middle line:90% we have a musical interlude. 00:50:18.130 --> 00:50:24.022 align:middle line:90% 00:50:24.022 --> 00:50:27.950 align:middle line:90% [MUSIC - "GOD BLESS AMERICA"] 00:50:27.950 --> 00:50:30.896 align:middle line:90% 00:50:30.896 --> 00:50:40.094 align:middle line:84% (SINGING) God bless America, land that I love. 00:50:40.094 --> 00:50:47.140 align:middle line:84% Stand beside her and guide her through the night 00:50:47.140 --> 00:50:51.324 align:middle line:90% with the light from above. 00:50:51.324 --> 00:50:57.120 align:middle line:84% From the mountains, to the prairies, 00:50:57.120 --> 00:51:07.646 align:middle line:84% to the oceans white with foam, God bless America, 00:51:07.646 --> 00:51:13.748 align:middle line:90% my home sweet home. 00:51:13.748 --> 00:51:25.230 align:middle line:84% God bless America, my home sweet home. 00:51:25.230 --> 00:51:28.660 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 00:51:28.660 --> 00:51:35.520 align:middle line:90% 00:51:35.520 --> 00:51:36.990 align:middle line:90% Beautiful job. 00:51:36.990 --> 00:51:37.970 align:middle line:90% Beautiful. 00:51:37.970 --> 00:51:45.350 align:middle line:90% 00:51:45.350 --> 00:51:48.620 align:middle line:84% Chairman will ask that all representatives 00:51:48.620 --> 00:51:51.020 align:middle line:84% and their guests remain in their seats. 00:51:51.020 --> 00:51:55.100 align:middle line:90% 00:51:55.100 --> 00:51:56.810 align:middle line:84% And while there is a minute, I'd like 00:51:56.810 --> 00:52:04.550 align:middle line:84% to introduce a young lady that I met 47 years ago, who has 00:52:04.550 --> 00:52:07.550 align:middle line:90% been my guide and inspiration. 00:52:07.550 --> 00:52:09.538 align:middle line:90% My wife, Sandra. 00:52:09.538 --> 00:52:13.031 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 00:52:13.031 --> 00:52:31.000 align:middle line:90% 00:52:31.000 --> 00:52:34.158 align:middle line:84% My son Michael and my daughter Amy. 00:52:34.158 --> 00:52:37.651 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 00:52:37.651 --> 00:56:00.245 align:middle line:90% 00:56:00.245 --> 00:56:03.738 align:middle line:90% [GAVEL BANGING] 00:56:03.738 --> 00:56:11.137 align:middle line:90% 00:56:11.137 --> 00:56:12.720 align:middle line:84% Chair recognizes the Sergeant of Arms. 00:56:12.720 --> 00:56:16.213 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 00:56:16.213 --> 00:56:41.662 align:middle line:90% 00:56:41.662 --> 00:56:45.155 align:middle line:90% [GAVEL BANGING] 00:56:45.155 --> 00:56:48.180 align:middle line:90% 00:56:48.180 --> 00:56:51.376 align:middle line:84% Chair recognizes the Sergeant of Arms. 00:56:51.376 --> 00:56:56.156 align:middle line:84% [INAUDIBLE] The honorable committee of the House. 00:56:56.156 --> 00:56:58.080 align:middle line:84% The honorable committee of the house. 00:56:58.080 --> 00:57:01.470 align:middle line:84% And meet the honorable committee of the house. 00:57:01.470 --> 00:57:04.935 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE AND CHEERING] 00:57:04.935 --> 00:57:30.180 align:middle line:90% 00:57:30.180 --> 00:57:33.645 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 00:57:33.645 --> 00:57:39.150 align:middle line:90% 00:57:39.150 --> 00:57:45.270 align:middle line:84% Chair recognizes Mr. Kearney of-- 00:57:45.270 --> 00:57:48.160 align:middle line:90% Mr. Speaker, committee report. 00:57:48.160 --> 00:57:48.660 align:middle line:90% Gentlemen-- 00:57:48.660 --> 00:57:50.490 align:middle line:84% The committee that you put together 00:57:50.490 --> 00:57:53.315 align:middle line:84% has executed its duties faithfully. 00:57:53.315 --> 00:57:54.690 align:middle line:84% And His Excellency, the governor, 00:57:54.690 --> 00:58:00.280 align:middle line:84% waits outside the chamber to administer the oath of office. 00:58:00.280 --> 00:58:01.640 align:middle line:90% Why, thank you, Mr. Kearney. 00:58:01.640 --> 00:58:04.660 align:middle line:84% We can have the governor wait a while, OK? 00:58:04.660 --> 00:58:06.530 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 00:58:06.530 --> 00:58:11.210 align:middle line:84% But before I dissolve the committee, Mr. Kearney, 00:58:11.210 --> 00:58:17.760 align:middle line:84% I want to tell you why I chose you to lead this. 00:58:17.760 --> 00:58:22.980 align:middle line:84% It is because I met you for the first time 00:58:22.980 --> 00:58:26.910 align:middle line:84% 23 years ago in this very chamber. 00:58:26.910 --> 00:58:33.448 align:middle line:84% You were obviously not a member then, but you were within one. 00:58:33.448 --> 00:58:35.320 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 00:58:35.320 --> 00:58:39.100 align:middle line:84% And that woman, your mother, served this House 00:58:39.100 --> 00:58:45.310 align:middle line:84% with great distinction from 1995 to 2003. 00:58:45.310 --> 00:58:48.820 align:middle line:84% She was the first woman in Massachusetts history 00:58:48.820 --> 00:58:51.990 align:middle line:84% to give birth while in office, making you, 00:58:51.990 --> 00:58:57.670 align:middle line:84% sir, the first child of such a member today. 00:58:57.670 --> 00:59:04.480 align:middle line:84% Sir, through you, this House makes history once again, 00:59:04.480 --> 00:59:08.140 align:middle line:84% with the first mother/son representatives 00:59:08.140 --> 00:59:10.830 align:middle line:84% to serve the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. 00:59:10.830 --> 00:59:14.750 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE AND CHEERING] 00:59:14.750 --> 00:59:31.420 align:middle line:90% 00:59:31.420 --> 00:59:36.625 align:middle line:84% Thank you for a job well done, and I dissolve the committee. 00:59:36.625 --> 00:59:37.583 align:middle line:90% Excellent job, Patrick. 00:59:37.583 --> 00:59:38.166 align:middle line:90% Excellent job. 00:59:38.166 --> 00:59:39.260 align:middle line:90% Nicely done. 00:59:39.260 --> 00:59:40.608 align:middle line:90% Awesome job. 00:59:40.608 --> 00:59:44.101 align:middle line:90% [MUTED] 00:59:44.101 --> 01:00:00.069 align:middle line:90% 01:00:00.069 --> 01:00:03.562 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 01:00:03.562 --> 01:00:33.003 align:middle line:90% 01:00:33.003 --> 01:00:35.520 align:middle line:90% [GAVEL BANGING] 01:00:35.520 --> 01:00:36.750 align:middle line:90% House will come to order. 01:00:36.750 --> 01:00:40.120 align:middle line:90% House will come to order. 01:00:40.120 --> 01:00:43.760 align:middle line:84% Chair recognizes the Sergeant of Arms. 01:00:43.760 --> 01:00:49.205 align:middle line:84% Let this be heard, his Excellency, Charles Baker of 01:00:49.205 --> 01:00:50.195 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE]. 01:00:50.195 --> 01:00:54.155 align:middle line:84% The Honorable Karyn Polito, Lieutenant Governor 01:00:54.155 --> 01:00:55.640 align:middle line:90% of the Commonwealth. 01:00:55.640 --> 01:00:58.610 align:middle line:84% The Honorable Maura Healey, Attorney General 01:00:58.610 --> 01:00:59.600 align:middle line:90% of the Commonwealth. 01:00:59.600 --> 01:01:03.560 align:middle line:84% The Honorable Deborah Goldberg, Treasurer of the Commonwealth. 01:01:03.560 --> 01:01:07.025 align:middle line:84% The Honorable Suzanne Bump, Auditor of the Commonwealth. 01:01:07.025 --> 01:01:09.500 align:middle line:90% And the honorable [INAUDIBLE]. 01:01:09.500 --> 01:01:10.985 align:middle line:90% 01:01:10.985 --> 01:01:13.460 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 01:01:13.460 --> 01:01:17.915 align:middle line:90% 01:01:17.915 --> 01:01:19.960 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 01:01:19.960 --> 01:01:23.220 align:middle line:84% Admit the Honorable Governor of the Commonwealth, 01:01:23.220 --> 01:01:27.240 align:middle line:84% Charles Baker, the Honorable Lieutenant Governor 01:01:27.240 --> 01:01:30.090 align:middle line:84% of the Commonwealth, Karyn Polito, 01:01:30.090 --> 01:01:31.890 align:middle line:84% the Honorable Secretary of State, 01:01:31.890 --> 01:01:36.580 align:middle line:84% William Galvin, the Honorable Attorney General, Maura Healey, 01:01:36.580 --> 01:01:39.678 align:middle line:84% the Honorable Treasurer, Deborah Goldberg, 01:01:39.678 --> 01:01:43.164 align:middle line:84% the Honorable Auditor, Suzanne Bump, 01:01:43.164 --> 01:01:45.156 align:middle line:84% and the Honorable Governor's council. 01:01:45.156 --> 01:01:48.642 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 01:01:48.642 --> 01:03:44.834 align:middle line:90% 01:03:44.834 --> 01:03:48.313 align:middle line:90% [MUTED] 01:03:48.313 --> 01:04:15.648 align:middle line:90% 01:04:15.648 --> 01:04:19.127 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 01:04:19.127 --> 01:05:05.348 align:middle line:90% 01:05:05.348 --> 01:05:07.900 align:middle line:90% [GAVEL BANGING] 01:05:07.900 --> 01:05:08.970 align:middle line:90% House will come to order. 01:05:08.970 --> 01:05:16.080 align:middle line:90% 01:05:16.080 --> 01:05:18.380 align:middle line:84% It is my pleasure to introduce the Governor 01:05:18.380 --> 01:05:21.877 align:middle line:84% of the Commonwealth, Charles Baker, Jr. 01:05:21.877 --> 01:05:25.356 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 01:05:25.356 --> 01:05:31.320 align:middle line:90% 01:05:31.320 --> 01:05:33.308 align:middle line:90% Thank you. 01:05:33.308 --> 01:05:34.302 align:middle line:90% Thank you. 01:05:34.302 --> 01:05:41.780 align:middle line:90% 01:05:41.780 --> 01:05:43.220 align:middle line:84% I'm just going to start by wishing 01:05:43.220 --> 01:05:44.420 align:middle line:90% everybody a happy new year-- 01:05:44.420 --> 01:05:46.295 align:middle line:84% I'm sure that already happened-- and tell you 01:05:46.295 --> 01:05:49.010 align:middle line:84% how much the Lieutenant Governor and I look forward 01:05:49.010 --> 01:05:52.410 align:middle line:84% to working with all of you who are present here today, 01:05:52.410 --> 01:05:55.790 align:middle line:84% as well as those who might not be. 01:05:55.790 --> 01:05:58.100 align:middle line:84% As Karyn and I were walking down the hallway, 01:05:58.100 --> 01:06:00.410 align:middle line:84% we were talking about the fact that this 01:06:00.410 --> 01:06:03.680 align:middle line:84% is a little bit of a page turner every few years that we 01:06:03.680 --> 01:06:05.570 align:middle line:90% do at the start of a session. 01:06:05.570 --> 01:06:08.430 align:middle line:84% And it comes with all kinds of hope and possibility. 01:06:08.430 --> 01:06:10.430 align:middle line:84% And we look forward to having the chance to work 01:06:10.430 --> 01:06:13.160 align:middle line:84% with all of you on the very many issues 01:06:13.160 --> 01:06:15.360 align:middle line:84% that the people of the Commonwealth care about. 01:06:15.360 --> 01:06:18.710 align:middle line:84% And with that, I would ask all of those of you who were 01:06:18.710 --> 01:06:24.650 align:middle line:84% elected in November to serve in this august body to raise 01:06:24.650 --> 01:06:25.400 align:middle line:90% your right hands. 01:06:25.400 --> 01:06:29.104 align:middle line:90% 01:06:29.104 --> 01:06:32.690 align:middle line:84% And now I'm going to ask you to repeat after me, which 01:06:32.690 --> 01:06:34.211 align:middle line:90% you never have to do again. 01:06:34.211 --> 01:06:36.920 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 01:06:36.920 --> 01:06:38.466 align:middle line:90% I, state your name. 01:06:38.466 --> 01:06:40.330 align:middle line:90% [INTERPOSING VOICES] 01:06:40.330 --> 01:06:41.570 align:middle line:90% Do you solemnly swear. 01:06:41.570 --> 01:06:43.190 align:middle line:90% Do solemnly swear. 01:06:43.190 --> 01:06:45.290 align:middle line:84% That I will bear true faith and allegiance. 01:06:45.290 --> 01:06:47.270 align:middle line:84% That I will bear true faith and allegiance. 01:06:47.270 --> 01:06:49.160 align:middle line:84% To the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. 01:06:49.160 --> 01:06:51.120 align:middle line:84% To the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. 01:06:51.120 --> 01:06:52.970 align:middle line:84% And will support the Constitution thereof. 01:06:52.970 --> 01:06:55.860 align:middle line:84% And will support the Constitution thereof. 01:06:55.860 --> 01:06:56.650 align:middle line:90% So help me God. 01:06:56.650 --> 01:06:58.070 align:middle line:90% So help me God. 01:06:58.070 --> 01:06:59.060 align:middle line:90% I, state your name. 01:06:59.060 --> 01:07:01.290 align:middle line:90% [INTERPOSING VOICES] 01:07:01.290 --> 01:07:02.900 align:middle line:90% Do solemnly swear and affirm. 01:07:02.900 --> 01:07:05.030 align:middle line:90% Do solemnly swear and affirm. 01:07:05.030 --> 01:07:07.040 align:middle line:84% That I will faithfully and impartially. 01:07:07.040 --> 01:07:09.380 align:middle line:84% That I will faithfully and impartially. 01:07:09.380 --> 01:07:10.880 align:middle line:90% Discharge and perform. 01:07:10.880 --> 01:07:12.690 align:middle line:90% Discharge and perform. 01:07:12.690 --> 01:07:14.430 align:middle line:90% All the duties incumbent on me. 01:07:14.430 --> 01:07:16.710 align:middle line:90% All the duties incumbent on me. 01:07:16.710 --> 01:07:19.410 align:middle line:84% As a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives. 01:07:19.410 --> 01:07:22.740 align:middle line:84% As a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives. 01:07:22.740 --> 01:07:25.470 align:middle line:84% According to the best of my abilities and understanding. 01:07:25.470 --> 01:07:28.950 align:middle line:84% According to the best of my abilities and understanding. 01:07:28.950 --> 01:07:29.820 align:middle line:90% Agreeably. 01:07:29.820 --> 01:07:31.020 align:middle line:90% Agreeably. 01:07:31.020 --> 01:07:33.510 align:middle line:84% To the rules and regulations of the Constitution. 01:07:33.510 --> 01:07:36.360 align:middle line:84% To the rules and regulations of the Constitution. 01:07:36.360 --> 01:07:37.800 align:middle line:84% And the laws of this Commonwealth. 01:07:37.800 --> 01:07:39.300 align:middle line:84% And the laws of this Commonwealth. 01:07:39.300 --> 01:07:40.230 align:middle line:90% So help me God. 01:07:40.230 --> 01:07:41.850 align:middle line:90% So help me God. 01:07:41.850 --> 01:07:42.900 align:middle line:90% I, state your name. 01:07:42.900 --> 01:07:44.830 align:middle line:90% [INTERPOSING VOICES] 01:07:44.830 --> 01:07:45.960 align:middle line:90% Do solemnly swear. 01:07:45.960 --> 01:07:47.430 align:middle line:90% Do solemnly swear. 01:07:47.430 --> 01:07:49.050 align:middle line:84% That I will support the Constitution 01:07:49.050 --> 01:07:49.925 align:middle line:90% of the United States. 01:07:49.925 --> 01:07:51.570 align:middle line:84% That I will support the Constitution 01:07:51.570 --> 01:07:53.040 align:middle line:90% of the United States. 01:07:53.040 --> 01:07:54.390 align:middle line:90% Congratulations, and good luck. 01:07:54.390 --> 01:07:57.855 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 01:07:57.855 --> 01:08:40.425 align:middle line:90% 01:08:40.425 --> 01:08:41.979 align:middle line:90% [GAVEL BANGING] 01:08:41.979 --> 01:08:45.010 align:middle line:90% House will come to order. 01:08:45.010 --> 01:08:46.290 align:middle line:90% House will come to order. 01:08:46.290 --> 01:08:50.620 align:middle line:90% 01:08:50.620 --> 01:08:56.189 align:middle line:84% The Secretary of State will be passing throughout the chamber 01:08:56.189 --> 01:08:58.410 align:middle line:90% a little piece of paper. 01:08:58.410 --> 01:09:03.029 align:middle line:84% Make sure you put your name on that little piece of paper 01:09:03.029 --> 01:09:06.279 align:middle line:84% because if you don't, you won't get paid. 01:09:06.279 --> 01:09:07.660 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 01:09:07.660 --> 01:09:09.840 align:middle line:90% All right. 01:09:09.840 --> 01:09:14.040 align:middle line:84% Governor, Lieutenant Governor, while I have you here, 01:09:14.040 --> 01:09:15.475 align:middle line:90% just a few words. 01:09:15.475 --> 01:09:18.870 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 01:09:18.870 --> 01:09:20.810 align:middle line:90% 01:09:20.810 --> 01:09:29.380 align:middle line:84% I want to thank you for what you did to the financial dilemma 01:09:29.380 --> 01:09:37.220 align:middle line:84% this House and this Commonwealth was in before you got here. 01:09:37.220 --> 01:09:41.529 align:middle line:84% We were in a deficit, a huge deficit. 01:09:41.529 --> 01:09:44.601 align:middle line:84% And you, in four years, have turned it into a surplus. 01:09:44.601 --> 01:09:47.340 align:middle line:90% 01:09:47.340 --> 01:09:56.440 align:middle line:84% You alone put in a budget, 100 million extra dollars 01:09:56.440 --> 01:10:00.760 align:middle line:84% for mental health, the first time that was ever, 01:10:00.760 --> 01:10:04.640 align:middle line:84% ever done from the corner office. 01:10:04.640 --> 01:10:09.280 align:middle line:84% You, Governor, tackled, and I mean 01:10:09.280 --> 01:10:12.980 align:middle line:90% tackled, the opioid addiction. 01:10:12.980 --> 01:10:19.150 align:middle line:90% 72,000 people last year-- 01:10:19.150 --> 01:10:25.240 align:middle line:84% year before now-- died in the United States 01:10:25.240 --> 01:10:27.550 align:middle line:90% of opioid overdoses. 01:10:27.550 --> 01:10:30.610 align:middle line:90% 72,000 people. 01:10:30.610 --> 01:10:33.370 align:middle line:84% 4,000 people in Massachusetts have 01:10:33.370 --> 01:10:38.410 align:middle line:90% died over the past two years. 01:10:38.410 --> 01:10:42.340 align:middle line:84% It certainly didn't get you any votes, Governor. 01:10:42.340 --> 01:10:45.160 align:middle line:84% But I'll tell you, it was the right issue 01:10:45.160 --> 01:10:48.140 align:middle line:90% to tackle at the right time. 01:10:48.140 --> 01:10:52.690 align:middle line:84% And you put your heart and soul into that. 01:10:52.690 --> 01:10:59.060 align:middle line:84% And lastly, most important, times are tough out there. 01:10:59.060 --> 01:11:03.500 align:middle line:84% There's this divisiveness in the United States of America, 01:11:03.500 --> 01:11:08.890 align:middle line:84% and even in parts of Massachusetts. 01:11:08.890 --> 01:11:15.910 align:middle line:84% You brought people together to work on issues, 01:11:15.910 --> 01:11:18.070 align:middle line:90% to solve issues. 01:11:18.070 --> 01:11:20.860 align:middle line:84% And that to me is the greatest thing 01:11:20.860 --> 01:11:25.010 align:middle line:84% you could have done for the people of Massachusetts. 01:11:25.010 --> 01:11:31.370 align:middle line:84% By the way, somebody told me you got 71% of the vote. 01:11:31.370 --> 01:11:36.500 align:middle line:84% I know you got 35%, and Karyn got the other 36% for you. 01:11:36.500 --> 01:11:38.150 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 01:11:38.150 --> 01:11:40.160 align:middle line:84% But Governor, I want to thank you, 01:11:40.160 --> 01:11:43.250 align:middle line:84% and I think the House members want to thank you, too, 01:11:43.250 --> 01:11:45.770 align:middle line:84% for what you and the Lieutenant Governor 01:11:45.770 --> 01:11:47.828 align:middle line:84% have done for the past four years. 01:11:47.828 --> 01:11:51.314 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 01:11:51.314 --> 01:11:53.306 align:middle line:90% And I'm too old to be a judge. 01:11:53.306 --> 01:12:14.720 align:middle line:90% 01:12:14.720 --> 01:12:19.400 align:middle line:84% Members and guests are asked to remain standing as the-- 01:12:19.400 --> 01:12:20.120 align:middle line:90% Sergeant of Arms. 01:12:20.120 --> 01:12:25.730 align:middle line:84% --Sergeant of Arms escorts the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, 01:12:25.730 --> 01:12:28.460 align:middle line:84% and all the constitutional officers 01:12:28.460 --> 01:12:31.880 align:middle line:84% and the governor's council from this chamber. 01:12:31.880 --> 01:12:33.806 align:middle line:90% God bless you for coming. 01:12:33.806 --> 01:12:37.774 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 01:12:37.774 --> 01:12:48.190 align:middle line:90% 01:12:48.190 --> 01:12:51.662 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 01:12:51.662 --> 01:16:47.083 align:middle line:90% 01:16:47.083 --> 01:16:49.578 align:middle line:90% [GAVEL BANGING] 01:16:49.578 --> 01:16:51.650 align:middle line:90% Look at this thing. 01:16:51.650 --> 01:16:54.950 align:middle line:90% House will come to order. 01:16:54.950 --> 01:16:56.870 align:middle line:84% Representatives will take their seats, 01:16:56.870 --> 01:16:58.830 align:middle line:90% their guests take their seats. 01:16:58.830 --> 01:17:02.260 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 01:17:02.260 --> 01:17:16.010 align:middle line:90% 01:17:16.010 --> 01:17:19.280 align:middle line:90% House will come to order. 01:17:19.280 --> 01:17:21.170 align:middle line:84% Representatives will take their seats, 01:17:21.170 --> 01:17:24.094 align:middle line:84% their guests will take their seats. 01:17:24.094 --> 01:17:27.552 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 01:17:27.552 --> 01:17:44.380 align:middle line:90% 01:17:44.380 --> 01:17:50.620 align:middle line:84% Court officers will clear the aisles, seat the members 01:17:50.620 --> 01:17:51.790 align:middle line:90% and their guests. 01:17:51.790 --> 01:17:55.283 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 01:17:55.283 --> 01:18:11.750 align:middle line:90% 01:18:11.750 --> 01:18:15.243 align:middle line:90% [GAVEL BANGING] 01:18:15.243 --> 01:18:39.240 align:middle line:90% 01:18:39.240 --> 01:18:48.310 align:middle line:84% The Imam Abdur Rahman Ahmad will deliver a prayer to us 01:18:48.310 --> 01:18:50.230 align:middle line:90% this afternoon. 01:18:50.230 --> 01:18:55.660 align:middle line:84% At the age of nine, he completed memorizing the holy Quran. 01:18:55.660 --> 01:19:01.810 align:middle line:84% From 2008 to 2015, he was the Imam 01:19:01.810 --> 01:19:07.010 align:middle line:84% of Masjid As-Saffat in Trenton, New Jersey. 01:19:07.010 --> 01:19:10.870 align:middle line:84% He now serves as the Imam and resident 01:19:10.870 --> 01:19:17.270 align:middle line:84% scholar of the Islamic Center of New England in Sharon. 01:19:17.270 --> 01:19:17.770 align:middle line:90% Imam? 01:19:17.770 --> 01:19:23.241 align:middle line:90% 01:19:23.241 --> 01:19:24.658 align:middle line:84% (WHISPERING) Thanks for having me. 01:19:24.658 --> 01:19:31.570 align:middle line:90% 01:19:31.570 --> 01:19:34.698 align:middle line:90% So we are on schedule. 01:19:34.698 --> 01:19:38.590 align:middle line:90% Good afternoon. 01:19:38.590 --> 01:19:41.630 align:middle line:84% We heard that I memorized the whole Quran, the whole 600 01:19:41.630 --> 01:19:42.130 align:middle line:90% pages. 01:19:42.130 --> 01:19:44.457 align:middle line:84% So I would just want to share the first chapter. 01:19:44.457 --> 01:19:47.080 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 01:19:47.080 --> 01:19:50.690 align:middle line:90% It's actually only seven verses. 01:19:50.690 --> 01:19:52.240 align:middle line:90% [NON-ENGLISH SPEECH] 01:19:52.240 --> 01:20:28.010 align:middle line:90% 01:20:28.010 --> 01:20:30.150 align:middle line:84% In the name of God, the most compassionate, 01:20:30.150 --> 01:20:31.950 align:middle line:90% the most merciful. 01:20:31.950 --> 01:20:36.330 align:middle line:84% All praise be to God, Lord of the universe, 01:20:36.330 --> 01:20:38.490 align:middle line:84% most compassionate, and most merciful, 01:20:38.490 --> 01:20:41.160 align:middle line:90% Lord of the day of judgment. 01:20:41.160 --> 01:20:45.870 align:middle line:84% You alone do we worship, and you alone do we turn to for help. 01:20:45.870 --> 01:20:48.330 align:middle line:84% Guide us to the straight way, the way 01:20:48.330 --> 01:20:51.060 align:middle line:84% of those on whom you have bestowed 01:20:51.060 --> 01:20:54.630 align:middle line:84% your favors and your grace, not the way 01:20:54.630 --> 01:20:57.960 align:middle line:84% of those who have earned your anger nor 01:20:57.960 --> 01:21:01.425 align:middle line:90% of those who have gone astray. 01:21:01.425 --> 01:21:04.010 align:middle line:90% 01:21:04.010 --> 01:21:06.400 align:middle line:84% That was the translation of the chapter that I read, 01:21:06.400 --> 01:21:08.730 align:middle line:90% the first chapter. 01:21:08.730 --> 01:21:10.340 align:middle line:90% I'll make a short prayer. 01:21:10.340 --> 01:21:15.440 align:middle line:84% O Lord, we seek your protection and we entrust you 01:21:15.440 --> 01:21:22.310 align:middle line:84% with our religion, our faith, ourselves, our wealth, 01:21:22.310 --> 01:21:27.620 align:middle line:84% our Commonwealth, our family, and our country, and all 01:21:27.620 --> 01:21:30.000 align:middle line:90% that you have given us. 01:21:30.000 --> 01:21:35.990 align:middle line:84% O Lord, place us and them in your protection, your safety, 01:21:35.990 --> 01:21:43.940 align:middle line:84% your security, and your sanctuary 01:21:43.940 --> 01:21:50.240 align:middle line:84% from any rebellious Satan and any obstinate tyrant 01:21:50.240 --> 01:21:54.830 align:middle line:84% and any oppressor and from every envious person 01:21:54.830 --> 01:21:58.850 align:middle line:90% and the evil of every evil-doer. 01:21:58.850 --> 01:22:01.700 align:middle line:84% Indeed, you are capable of all things. 01:22:01.700 --> 01:22:08.630 align:middle line:84% O Lord, protect us from all the causes of regret. 01:22:08.630 --> 01:22:11.390 align:middle line:84% You are the Hearer of all applications. 01:22:11.390 --> 01:22:14.540 align:middle line:84% O Lord, enable us to remove the difficulties of the people 01:22:14.540 --> 01:22:16.160 align:middle line:90% around the world. 01:22:16.160 --> 01:22:19.400 align:middle line:84% Enable us to show compassion towards them. 01:22:19.400 --> 01:22:23.720 align:middle line:84% Inspire in us guidance in our affairs 01:22:23.720 --> 01:22:28.890 align:middle line:84% and deliver us from the evils within ourselves. 01:22:28.890 --> 01:22:31.350 align:middle line:90% Unite our hearts upon guidance. 01:22:31.350 --> 01:22:34.215 align:middle line:84% Instill the love of your creation in our hearts. 01:22:34.215 --> 01:22:37.380 align:middle line:90% 01:22:37.380 --> 01:22:42.330 align:middle line:84% Give us leaders the wisdom and ability to guide our nation 01:22:42.330 --> 01:22:45.150 align:middle line:90% and the world out of crisis. 01:22:45.150 --> 01:22:51.480 align:middle line:84% O God, as we heard, how many thousand people are suffering? 01:22:51.480 --> 01:22:54.540 align:middle line:84% O God, cure the sick among your creation 01:22:54.540 --> 01:22:59.310 align:middle line:84% and be sufficient for us in all of our affairs. 01:22:59.310 --> 01:23:00.513 align:middle line:90% Amen. 01:23:00.513 --> 01:23:01.013 align:middle line:90% Amen. 01:23:01.013 --> 01:23:01.995 align:middle line:90% Thank you. 01:23:01.995 --> 01:23:07.890 align:middle line:90% 01:23:07.890 --> 01:23:15.710 align:middle line:84% Mr. Rogers of Norwood moves that the prayer of the Imam 01:23:15.710 --> 01:23:19.090 align:middle line:90% be spread across the record. 01:23:19.090 --> 01:23:20.350 align:middle line:90% All those in favor, say aye. 01:23:20.350 --> 01:23:21.860 align:middle line:90% Aye. 01:23:21.860 --> 01:23:22.680 align:middle line:90% Opposed, no. 01:23:22.680 --> 01:23:24.420 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 01:23:24.420 --> 01:23:28.015 align:middle line:84% The prayer is spread across the record. 01:23:28.015 --> 01:23:29.495 align:middle line:90% This is the order of the-- 01:23:29.495 --> 01:23:29.995 align:middle line:90% Speaker. 01:23:29.995 --> 01:23:30.870 align:middle line:90% (WHISPERING) Speaker. 01:23:30.870 --> 01:23:42.865 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 01:23:42.865 --> 01:23:46.380 align:middle line:84% Mr. Mariano of Quincy offers a order 01:23:46.380 --> 01:23:48.210 align:middle line:90% in the hands of the clerk. 01:23:48.210 --> 01:23:51.840 align:middle line:90% The clerk will read the order. 01:23:51.840 --> 01:23:54.120 align:middle line:84% Ordered that the House proceeds to the election 01:23:54.120 --> 01:23:56.430 align:middle line:84% of a speaker without nominations that the election be 01:23:56.430 --> 01:23:58.027 align:middle line:90% held in the following manner. 01:23:58.027 --> 01:23:59.610 align:middle line:84% The roll shall be called by the clerk. 01:23:59.610 --> 01:24:02.790 align:middle line:84% And each member present, in response to his/her name, 01:24:02.790 --> 01:24:05.130 align:middle line:84% shall arise and announce the name of the member 01:24:05.130 --> 01:24:07.241 align:middle line:90% for whom he/she votes. 01:24:07.241 --> 01:24:10.680 align:middle line:90% 01:24:10.680 --> 01:24:13.080 align:middle line:84% Question comes on the adoption of that order. 01:24:13.080 --> 01:24:14.340 align:middle line:90% All those in favor, say aye. 01:24:14.340 --> 01:24:15.210 align:middle line:90% Aye. 01:24:15.210 --> 01:24:16.270 align:middle line:90% Opposed, no. 01:24:16.270 --> 01:24:17.110 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 01:24:17.110 --> 01:24:18.120 align:middle line:90% The order is adopted. 01:24:18.120 --> 01:24:20.044 align:middle line:90% Clerk will call the roll. 01:24:20.044 --> 01:24:21.970 align:middle line:90% Clerk will call the roll. 01:24:21.970 --> 01:24:24.630 align:middle line:90% Clerk will call the roll. 01:24:24.630 --> 01:24:26.070 align:middle line:90% James Arciero? 01:24:26.070 --> 01:24:27.370 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:24:27.370 --> 01:24:29.120 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:24:29.120 --> 01:24:30.742 align:middle line:90% Brian M. Ashe? 01:24:30.742 --> 01:24:33.460 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] Robert DeLeo. 01:24:33.460 --> 01:24:35.080 align:middle line:90% Robert A DeLeo. 01:24:35.080 --> 01:24:36.850 align:middle line:90% Bruce J Ayers? 01:24:36.850 --> 01:24:38.020 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:24:38.020 --> 01:24:40.050 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:24:40.050 --> 01:24:41.200 align:middle line:90% Ruth B. Balser? 01:24:41.200 --> 01:24:43.150 align:middle line:90% Rob DeLeo. 01:24:43.150 --> 01:24:44.060 align:middle line:90% Robert A DeLeo. 01:24:44.060 --> 01:24:45.370 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 01:24:45.370 --> 01:24:47.230 align:middle line:90% Christine P. Barber? 01:24:47.230 --> 01:24:48.580 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:24:48.580 --> 01:24:50.860 align:middle line:90% Robert A DeLeo. 01:24:50.860 --> 01:24:53.350 align:middle line:90% John D. Barret? 01:24:53.350 --> 01:24:54.350 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:24:54.350 --> 01:24:56.420 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:24:56.420 --> 01:24:58.340 align:middle line:90% F. Jay Barrows? 01:24:58.340 --> 01:25:00.020 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. 01:25:00.020 --> 01:25:04.422 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Jennifer E. Benson? 01:25:04.422 --> 01:25:05.660 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:25:05.660 --> 01:25:07.400 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:25:07.400 --> 01:25:09.980 align:middle line:90% Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr.? 01:25:09.980 --> 01:25:11.210 align:middle line:90% Bradley Jones. 01:25:11.210 --> 01:25:15.524 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. David Biele? 01:25:15.524 --> 01:25:16.400 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:25:16.400 --> 01:25:18.950 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:25:18.950 --> 01:25:20.540 align:middle line:90% Natalie M. Blais? 01:25:20.540 --> 01:25:21.980 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:25:21.980 --> 01:25:25.040 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:25:25.040 --> 01:25:27.818 align:middle line:90% Nicholas L. Boldyga? 01:25:27.818 --> 01:25:29.310 align:middle line:90% Bradley Jones, Jr. 01:25:29.310 --> 01:25:33.610 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Paul Brodeur? 01:25:33.610 --> 01:25:34.588 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:25:34.588 --> 01:25:35.130 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:25:35.130 --> 01:25:38.400 align:middle line:90% 01:25:38.400 --> 01:25:40.236 align:middle line:90% Antonio F.D. Cabral? 01:25:40.236 --> 01:25:41.940 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:25:41.940 --> 01:25:43.350 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:25:43.350 --> 01:25:44.220 align:middle line:90% Dan Cahill? 01:25:44.220 --> 01:25:45.900 align:middle line:90% Rob DeLeo. 01:25:45.900 --> 01:25:47.580 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:25:47.580 --> 01:25:49.096 align:middle line:90% Linda Dean Campbell? 01:25:49.096 --> 01:25:50.030 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:25:50.030 --> 01:25:51.630 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:25:51.630 --> 01:25:53.115 align:middle line:90% Peter L. Capano? 01:25:53.115 --> 01:25:54.390 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:25:54.390 --> 01:25:57.030 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:25:57.030 --> 01:25:58.800 align:middle line:90% Daniel R. Carey? 01:25:58.800 --> 01:26:00.030 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:26:00.030 --> 01:26:02.640 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:26:02.640 --> 01:26:04.740 align:middle line:90% Gerard J. Cassidy? 01:26:04.740 --> 01:26:05.640 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:26:05.640 --> 01:26:06.900 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:26:06.900 --> 01:26:08.714 align:middle line:90% Tackey Chan? 01:26:08.714 --> 01:26:09.630 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:26:09.630 --> 01:26:11.550 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:26:11.550 --> 01:26:12.997 align:middle line:90% Michelle Ciccolo? 01:26:12.997 --> 01:26:14.190 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:26:14.190 --> 01:26:15.930 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:26:15.930 --> 01:26:17.160 align:middle line:90% Mike Connolly? 01:26:17.160 --> 01:26:18.600 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:26:18.600 --> 01:26:19.620 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:26:19.620 --> 01:26:21.069 align:middle line:90% Edward F. Coppinger? 01:26:21.069 --> 01:26:28.610 align:middle line:90% 01:26:28.610 --> 01:26:29.110 align:middle line:90% William-- 01:26:29.110 --> 01:26:31.430 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 01:26:31.430 --> 01:26:32.880 align:middle line:90% William Crocker, Jr.? 01:26:32.880 --> 01:26:35.940 align:middle line:90% 01:26:35.940 --> 01:26:38.130 align:middle line:90% William L. Crocker, Jr.? 01:26:38.130 --> 01:26:39.120 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. 01:26:39.120 --> 01:26:45.131 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Claire D. Cronin? 01:26:45.131 --> 01:26:46.604 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:26:46.604 --> 01:26:47.586 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:26:47.586 --> 01:26:51.514 align:middle line:90% 01:26:51.514 --> 01:26:52.987 align:middle line:90% Brief recess. 01:26:52.987 --> 01:26:55.450 align:middle line:90% Brief recess. 01:26:55.450 --> 01:26:57.166 align:middle line:90% House will be in a brief recess. 01:26:57.166 --> 01:27:01.648 align:middle line:90% 01:27:01.648 --> 01:27:05.632 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 01:27:05.632 --> 01:27:15.600 align:middle line:90% 01:27:15.600 --> 01:27:17.865 align:middle line:90% Daniel R. Cullinane? 01:27:17.865 --> 01:27:19.140 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:27:19.140 --> 01:27:21.120 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:27:21.120 --> 01:27:22.430 align:middle line:90% Mark J. Cusack? 01:27:22.430 --> 01:27:23.413 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:27:23.413 --> 01:27:24.080 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:27:24.080 --> 01:27:26.640 align:middle line:90% 01:27:26.640 --> 01:27:28.350 align:middle line:90% Josh S. Cutler? 01:27:28.350 --> 01:27:29.310 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:27:29.310 --> 01:27:31.170 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:27:31.170 --> 01:27:33.010 align:middle line:90% Michael S. Day? 01:27:33.010 --> 01:27:33.935 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:27:33.935 --> 01:27:35.670 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:27:35.670 --> 01:27:37.710 align:middle line:90% Marjorie C. Decker? 01:27:37.710 --> 01:27:39.000 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:27:39.000 --> 01:27:39.810 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:27:39.810 --> 01:27:42.450 align:middle line:90% 01:27:42.450 --> 01:27:44.220 align:middle line:90% David F. DeCoste? 01:27:44.220 --> 01:27:45.510 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. 01:27:45.510 --> 01:27:49.393 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Robert A. DeLeo? 01:27:49.393 --> 01:27:51.120 align:middle line:90% Rob DeLeo. 01:27:51.120 --> 01:27:54.690 align:middle line:84% Robert A. DeLeo votes for Robert A. DeLeo. 01:27:54.690 --> 01:27:57.420 align:middle line:90% 01:27:57.420 --> 01:27:59.163 align:middle line:90% Angelo L. D'Emilia? 01:27:59.163 --> 01:28:00.565 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. 01:28:00.565 --> 01:28:04.231 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Marcos Devers? 01:28:04.231 --> 01:28:06.490 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:28:06.490 --> 01:28:08.790 align:middle line:90% Robert A DeLeo. 01:28:08.790 --> 01:28:09.982 align:middle line:90% Mindy Domb? 01:28:09.982 --> 01:28:11.310 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:28:11.310 --> 01:28:13.590 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:28:13.590 --> 01:28:15.530 align:middle line:90% Daniel M. Donahue? 01:28:15.530 --> 01:28:16.760 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:28:16.760 --> 01:28:19.200 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:28:19.200 --> 01:28:20.895 align:middle line:90% Paul J. Donato? 01:28:20.895 --> 01:28:22.380 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:28:22.380 --> 01:28:23.205 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:28:23.205 --> 01:28:26.670 align:middle line:90% 01:28:26.670 --> 01:28:28.330 align:middle line:90% Shawn Dooley? 01:28:28.330 --> 01:28:30.090 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. 01:28:30.090 --> 01:28:34.875 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. William J. Driscoll, Jr.? 01:28:34.875 --> 01:28:36.270 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:28:36.270 --> 01:28:38.230 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:28:38.230 --> 01:28:40.012 align:middle line:90% Michelle M. DuBois? 01:28:40.012 --> 01:28:41.340 align:middle line:90% Rob DeLeo. 01:28:41.340 --> 01:28:43.890 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:28:43.890 --> 01:28:45.774 align:middle line:90% Peter J. Durant? 01:28:45.774 --> 01:28:47.070 align:middle line:90% Bradley [INAUDIBLE]. 01:28:47.070 --> 01:28:51.852 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Carolyn C. Dykema? 01:28:51.852 --> 01:28:53.328 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:28:53.328 --> 01:28:54.312 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:28:54.312 --> 01:28:58.260 align:middle line:90% 01:28:58.260 --> 01:29:00.232 align:middle line:90% Lori A. Ehrlich? 01:29:00.232 --> 01:29:01.480 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:29:01.480 --> 01:29:03.790 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:29:03.790 --> 01:29:06.073 align:middle line:90% Nika Elugardo? 01:29:06.073 --> 01:29:06.573 align:middle line:90% Present. 01:29:06.573 --> 01:29:16.200 align:middle line:90% 01:29:16.200 --> 01:29:18.960 align:middle line:84% Nika Elugardo, answer is present. 01:29:18.960 --> 01:29:21.010 align:middle line:90% Tricia Farley-Bouvier? 01:29:21.010 --> 01:29:23.160 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:29:23.160 --> 01:29:26.550 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:29:26.550 --> 01:29:28.770 align:middle line:90% Kimberly N. Ferguson? 01:29:28.770 --> 01:29:30.210 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. 01:29:30.210 --> 01:29:34.080 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Dylan A. Fernandes? 01:29:34.080 --> 01:29:35.490 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:29:35.490 --> 01:29:37.770 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:29:37.770 --> 01:29:39.590 align:middle line:90% Ann-Margaret Ferrante? 01:29:39.590 --> 01:29:40.830 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:29:40.830 --> 01:29:43.050 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:29:43.050 --> 01:29:44.730 align:middle line:90% Michael J. Finn? 01:29:44.730 --> 01:29:45.873 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:29:45.873 --> 01:29:46.540 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:29:46.540 --> 01:29:49.950 align:middle line:90% 01:29:49.950 --> 01:29:51.350 align:middle line:90% Carole A. Fiola? 01:29:51.350 --> 01:29:52.830 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:29:52.830 --> 01:29:54.480 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:29:54.480 --> 01:29:55.880 align:middle line:90% Paul K. Frost? 01:29:55.880 --> 01:29:57.510 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. 01:29:57.510 --> 01:30:03.158 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. William C. Galvin? 01:30:03.158 --> 01:30:04.560 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:30:04.560 --> 01:30:07.940 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:30:07.940 --> 01:30:09.353 align:middle line:90% Sean Garballey? 01:30:09.353 --> 01:30:10.180 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:30:10.180 --> 01:30:11.980 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:30:11.980 --> 01:30:13.467 align:middle line:90% Denise C. Garlick? 01:30:13.467 --> 01:30:14.720 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:30:14.720 --> 01:30:16.420 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:30:16.420 --> 01:30:18.045 align:middle line:90% Colleen M. Garry? 01:30:18.045 --> 01:30:19.410 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:30:19.410 --> 01:30:22.020 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:30:22.020 --> 01:30:24.576 align:middle line:90% Carmine Lawrence Gentile? 01:30:24.576 --> 01:30:25.800 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:30:25.800 --> 01:30:28.370 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:30:28.370 --> 01:30:30.336 align:middle line:90% Susan Williams Gifford? 01:30:30.336 --> 01:30:31.560 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones. 01:30:31.560 --> 01:30:35.530 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Thomas A. Golden, Jr.? 01:30:35.530 --> 01:30:36.330 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:30:36.330 --> 01:30:38.280 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:30:38.280 --> 01:30:40.770 align:middle line:90% Carlos González? 01:30:40.770 --> 01:30:42.180 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:30:42.180 --> 01:30:44.250 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:30:44.250 --> 01:30:45.930 align:middle line:90% Kenneth I. Gordon? 01:30:45.930 --> 01:30:47.310 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:30:47.310 --> 01:30:49.730 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:30:49.730 --> 01:30:51.448 align:middle line:90% Tami L. Gouveia? 01:30:51.448 --> 01:30:51.948 align:middle line:90% Present. 01:30:51.948 --> 01:30:57.404 align:middle line:90% 01:30:57.404 --> 01:31:01.380 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 01:31:01.380 --> 01:31:04.500 align:middle line:84% Tami L. Gouveia, answer is present. 01:31:04.500 --> 01:31:06.285 align:middle line:90% Danielle W. Gregoire? 01:31:06.285 --> 01:31:07.560 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:31:07.560 --> 01:31:10.530 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:31:10.530 --> 01:31:12.644 align:middle line:90% Patricia A. Haddad? 01:31:12.644 --> 01:31:13.590 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:31:13.590 --> 01:31:15.900 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:31:15.900 --> 01:31:17.947 align:middle line:90% Richard M. Haggerty? 01:31:17.947 --> 01:31:19.410 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:31:19.410 --> 01:31:22.290 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:31:22.290 --> 01:31:24.185 align:middle line:90% Sheila C. Harrington? 01:31:24.185 --> 01:31:25.640 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. 01:31:25.640 --> 01:31:29.454 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. James K. Hawkins? 01:31:29.454 --> 01:31:30.840 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:31:30.840 --> 01:31:31.860 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:31:31.860 --> 01:31:33.630 align:middle line:90% Stephan Hay? 01:31:33.630 --> 01:31:34.790 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:31:34.790 --> 01:31:37.350 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:31:37.350 --> 01:31:39.310 align:middle line:90% Jonathan Hecht? 01:31:39.310 --> 01:31:39.810 align:middle line:90% Present. 01:31:39.810 --> 01:31:46.680 align:middle line:90% 01:31:46.680 --> 01:31:49.500 align:middle line:84% Jonathan Hecht, answer is present. 01:31:49.500 --> 01:31:51.594 align:middle line:90% Christopher Hendricks? 01:31:51.594 --> 01:31:52.530 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:31:52.530 --> 01:31:55.110 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:31:55.110 --> 01:31:56.617 align:middle line:90% Natalie Higgins? 01:31:56.617 --> 01:31:58.080 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:31:58.080 --> 01:32:00.660 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:32:00.660 --> 01:32:02.000 align:middle line:90% Bradford Hill? 01:32:02.000 --> 01:32:04.200 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. 01:32:04.200 --> 01:32:06.740 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Kate Hogan? 01:32:06.740 --> 01:32:08.340 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:32:08.340 --> 01:32:10.080 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:32:10.080 --> 01:32:12.158 align:middle line:90% Russell E. Holmes? 01:32:12.158 --> 01:32:14.154 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE], present. 01:32:14.154 --> 01:32:20.150 align:middle line:90% 01:32:20.150 --> 01:32:23.610 align:middle line:84% Russell Holmes, answer is present. 01:32:23.610 --> 01:32:24.840 align:middle line:90% Kevin G. Honan? 01:32:24.840 --> 01:32:26.490 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:32:26.490 --> 01:32:29.570 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:32:29.570 --> 01:32:31.000 align:middle line:90% Stephen S. Howitt? 01:32:31.000 --> 01:32:32.720 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. 01:32:32.720 --> 01:32:36.392 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Daniel J. Hunt? 01:32:36.392 --> 01:32:36.892 align:middle line:90% Robert. 01:32:36.892 --> 01:32:38.040 align:middle line:90% A. DeLeo. 01:32:38.040 --> 01:32:40.410 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:32:40.410 --> 01:32:42.010 align:middle line:90% Randy Hunt? 01:32:42.010 --> 01:32:43.710 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones. 01:32:43.710 --> 01:32:47.590 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Bradley H. Jones, Jr.? 01:32:47.590 --> 01:32:49.740 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. 01:32:49.740 --> 01:32:57.180 align:middle line:84% Mr. Jones of North Reading votes for Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Louis 01:32:57.180 --> 01:32:58.672 align:middle line:90% L. Kafka? 01:32:58.672 --> 01:32:59.890 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:32:59.890 --> 01:33:02.490 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:33:02.490 --> 01:33:04.304 align:middle line:90% Hanna E. Kane? 01:33:04.304 --> 01:33:05.160 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones. 01:33:05.160 --> 01:33:10.876 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Joseph Patrick Kearney? 01:33:10.876 --> 01:33:11.376 align:middle line:90% Present. 01:33:11.376 --> 01:33:17.100 align:middle line:90% 01:33:17.100 --> 01:33:20.100 align:middle line:84% Joseph Patrick Kearney, answer is present. 01:33:20.100 --> 01:33:22.068 align:middle line:90% Mary S. Keefe? 01:33:22.068 --> 01:33:23.183 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:33:23.183 --> 01:33:23.850 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:33:23.850 --> 01:33:30.830 align:middle line:90% 01:33:30.830 --> 01:33:32.720 align:middle line:90% James M. Kelcourse? 01:33:32.720 --> 01:33:34.070 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. 01:33:34.070 --> 01:33:38.024 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Kay Khan? 01:33:38.024 --> 01:33:39.290 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:33:39.290 --> 01:33:40.200 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:33:40.200 --> 01:33:42.880 align:middle line:90% 01:33:42.880 --> 01:33:46.224 align:middle line:90% Kathleen P. LaNatra? 01:33:46.224 --> 01:33:47.200 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:33:47.200 --> 01:33:49.600 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:33:49.600 --> 01:33:51.988 align:middle line:90% John J. Lawn, Jr.? 01:33:51.988 --> 01:33:53.230 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:33:53.230 --> 01:33:55.750 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:33:55.750 --> 01:33:58.674 align:middle line:90% David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf? 01:33:58.674 --> 01:33:59.530 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:33:59.530 --> 01:34:02.350 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:34:02.350 --> 01:34:03.932 align:middle line:90% Jack Patrick Lewis? 01:34:03.932 --> 01:34:05.170 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:34:05.170 --> 01:34:06.880 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:34:06.880 --> 01:34:08.230 align:middle line:90% David Paul Linsky? 01:34:08.230 --> 01:34:09.340 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:34:09.340 --> 01:34:11.340 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:34:11.340 --> 01:34:13.157 align:middle line:90% Jay D. Livingstone? 01:34:13.157 --> 01:34:14.530 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:34:14.530 --> 01:34:16.150 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:34:16.150 --> 01:34:18.154 align:middle line:90% Mark T. Lombardo? 01:34:18.154 --> 01:34:19.360 align:middle line:90% Brad Jones. 01:34:19.360 --> 01:34:23.920 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Adrian C. Madaro? 01:34:23.920 --> 01:34:25.150 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:34:25.150 --> 01:34:27.130 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:34:27.130 --> 01:34:28.600 align:middle line:90% John J. Mahoney? 01:34:28.600 --> 01:34:29.950 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:34:29.950 --> 01:34:31.750 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:34:31.750 --> 01:34:34.034 align:middle line:90% Elizabeth A. Malia? 01:34:34.034 --> 01:34:35.350 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:34:35.350 --> 01:34:36.940 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:34:36.940 --> 01:34:38.522 align:middle line:90% Ronald Mariano? 01:34:38.522 --> 01:34:39.820 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:34:39.820 --> 01:34:40.750 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:34:40.750 --> 01:34:43.600 align:middle line:90% 01:34:43.600 --> 01:34:44.950 align:middle line:90% Paul W. Mark? 01:34:44.950 --> 01:34:45.670 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:34:45.670 --> 01:34:47.440 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:34:47.440 --> 01:34:48.880 align:middle line:90% Christopher M. Markey? 01:34:48.880 --> 01:34:50.020 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:34:50.020 --> 01:34:52.120 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:34:52.120 --> 01:34:55.036 align:middle line:90% Joseph W. McGonagle, Jr.? 01:34:55.036 --> 01:34:56.740 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:34:56.740 --> 01:34:58.900 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:34:58.900 --> 01:35:00.740 align:middle line:90% Joseph D. McKenna? 01:35:00.740 --> 01:35:01.630 align:middle line:90% Bradley Jones, Jr. 01:35:01.630 --> 01:35:07.390 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Paul McMurtry? 01:35:07.390 --> 01:35:08.560 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:35:08.560 --> 01:35:10.540 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:35:10.540 --> 01:35:12.494 align:middle line:90% Joan Meschino? 01:35:12.494 --> 01:35:13.450 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:35:13.450 --> 01:35:15.550 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:35:15.550 --> 01:35:16.490 align:middle line:90% Aaron Michlewitz? 01:35:16.490 --> 01:35:17.980 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:35:17.980 --> 01:35:20.290 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:35:20.290 --> 01:35:22.082 align:middle line:90% Christina A. Minicucci? 01:35:22.082 --> 01:35:23.350 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:35:23.350 --> 01:35:25.300 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:35:25.300 --> 01:35:26.605 align:middle line:90% Liz Miranda? 01:35:26.605 --> 01:35:28.090 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:35:28.090 --> 01:35:30.160 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:35:30.160 --> 01:35:31.754 align:middle line:90% Lenny Mirra? 01:35:31.754 --> 01:35:32.680 align:middle line:90% Bradley Jones. 01:35:32.680 --> 01:35:36.470 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Rady Mom? 01:35:36.470 --> 01:35:37.390 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:35:37.390 --> 01:35:39.310 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:35:39.310 --> 01:35:41.214 align:middle line:90% Frank A. Moran? 01:35:41.214 --> 01:35:42.130 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:35:42.130 --> 01:35:42.860 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:35:42.860 --> 01:35:45.810 align:middle line:90% 01:35:45.810 --> 01:35:47.160 align:middle line:90% Michael J. Moran? 01:35:47.160 --> 01:35:48.373 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 01:35:48.373 --> 01:35:49.040 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:35:49.040 --> 01:35:51.750 align:middle line:90% 01:35:51.750 --> 01:35:53.826 align:middle line:90% David K. Muradian, Jr.? 01:35:53.826 --> 01:35:55.570 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. 01:35:55.570 --> 01:35:59.482 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Matthew J. Muratore? 01:35:59.482 --> 01:36:00.720 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones. 01:36:00.720 --> 01:36:04.815 align:middle line:84% Bradley H Jones, Jr. James M. Murphy? 01:36:04.815 --> 01:36:06.030 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:36:06.030 --> 01:36:09.180 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:36:09.180 --> 01:36:11.354 align:middle line:90% Brian W. Murray? 01:36:11.354 --> 01:36:12.330 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:36:12.330 --> 01:36:14.610 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:36:14.610 --> 01:36:15.870 align:middle line:90% David M. Nangle? 01:36:15.870 --> 01:36:17.190 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:36:17.190 --> 01:36:19.710 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:36:19.710 --> 01:36:21.457 align:middle line:90% Harold P. Naughton, Jr. 01:36:21.457 --> 01:36:22.680 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:36:22.680 --> 01:36:25.305 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:36:25.305 --> 01:36:27.284 align:middle line:90% Tram Nguyen? 01:36:27.284 --> 01:36:28.073 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:36:28.073 --> 01:36:28.740 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:36:28.740 --> 01:36:31.590 align:middle line:90% 01:36:31.590 --> 01:36:33.924 align:middle line:90% James J. O'Day? 01:36:33.924 --> 01:36:35.370 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:36:35.370 --> 01:36:36.960 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:36:36.960 --> 01:36:38.994 align:middle line:90% Norman J. Orrall? 01:36:38.994 --> 01:36:40.440 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones. 01:36:40.440 --> 01:36:45.883 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Jerald A. Parisella? 01:36:45.883 --> 01:36:46.830 align:middle line:90% DeLeo. 01:36:46.830 --> 01:36:49.630 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:36:49.630 --> 01:36:51.095 align:middle line:90% Sarah K. Peake? 01:36:51.095 --> 01:36:52.370 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:36:52.370 --> 01:36:54.570 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:36:54.570 --> 01:36:55.980 align:middle line:90% Alice Hanlon Peisch? 01:36:55.980 --> 01:36:57.300 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:36:57.300 --> 01:36:59.910 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:36:59.910 --> 01:37:01.350 align:middle line:90% Thomas M. Petrolati? 01:37:01.350 --> 01:37:02.820 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:37:02.820 --> 01:37:04.170 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:37:04.170 --> 01:37:05.685 align:middle line:90% Smitty Pignatelli? 01:37:05.685 --> 01:37:06.930 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:37:06.930 --> 01:37:09.870 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:37:09.870 --> 01:37:11.924 align:middle line:90% Elizabeth A. Poirier? 01:37:11.924 --> 01:37:12.870 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones. 01:37:12.870 --> 01:37:17.902 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr.? 01:37:17.902 --> 01:37:19.140 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:37:19.140 --> 01:37:21.610 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:37:21.610 --> 01:37:24.010 align:middle line:90% Davin Allen Robertson? 01:37:24.010 --> 01:37:24.810 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:37:24.810 --> 01:37:25.938 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:37:25.938 --> 01:37:32.910 align:middle line:90% 01:37:32.910 --> 01:37:34.982 align:middle line:90% Maria D. Robinson? 01:37:34.982 --> 01:37:35.482 align:middle line:90% Present. 01:37:35.482 --> 01:37:42.360 align:middle line:90% 01:37:42.360 --> 01:37:46.830 align:middle line:84% Maria D. Robinson, answer is present. 01:37:46.830 --> 01:37:48.390 align:middle line:90% David M. Rogers? 01:37:48.390 --> 01:37:49.800 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:37:49.800 --> 01:37:50.510 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:37:50.510 --> 01:37:53.068 align:middle line:90% 01:37:53.068 --> 01:37:54.516 align:middle line:90% John H. Rogers? 01:37:54.516 --> 01:37:55.016 align:middle line:90% Present. 01:37:55.016 --> 01:38:00.860 align:middle line:90% 01:38:00.860 --> 01:38:03.460 align:middle line:90% John Rogers, answer is present. 01:38:03.460 --> 01:38:05.247 align:middle line:90% Jeffrey N. Roy? 01:38:05.247 --> 01:38:06.710 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:38:06.710 --> 01:38:09.470 align:middle line:90% Robert A DeLeo. 01:38:09.470 --> 01:38:10.904 align:middle line:90% Daniel J. Ryan? 01:38:10.904 --> 01:38:12.800 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:38:12.800 --> 01:38:14.576 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:38:14.576 --> 01:38:16.034 align:middle line:90% Lindsay Sabadosa? 01:38:16.034 --> 01:38:20.410 align:middle line:90% 01:38:20.410 --> 01:38:23.900 align:middle line:90% Lindsay Sabadosa? 01:38:23.900 --> 01:38:25.988 align:middle line:90% Jon Santiago? 01:38:25.988 --> 01:38:27.230 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:38:27.230 --> 01:38:30.122 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:38:30.122 --> 01:38:31.534 align:middle line:90% Angelo M. Scaccia? 01:38:31.534 --> 01:38:32.034 align:middle line:90% Present. 01:38:32.034 --> 01:38:38.260 align:middle line:90% 01:38:38.260 --> 01:38:40.690 align:middle line:84% Angelo M. Scaccia, answer is present. 01:38:40.690 --> 01:38:42.522 align:middle line:90% Paul A. Schmid, III? 01:38:42.522 --> 01:38:43.730 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:38:43.730 --> 01:38:45.390 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:38:45.390 --> 01:38:47.340 align:middle line:90% Alan Silvia? 01:38:47.340 --> 01:38:48.340 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:38:48.340 --> 01:38:51.290 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:38:51.290 --> 01:38:52.960 align:middle line:90% Todd M. Smola? 01:38:52.960 --> 01:38:53.920 align:middle line:90% Bradley Jones. 01:38:53.920 --> 01:39:00.066 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Michael J. Soter? 01:39:00.066 --> 01:39:01.780 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. 01:39:01.780 --> 01:39:05.772 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Theodore C. Speliotis? 01:39:05.772 --> 01:39:07.250 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:39:07.250 --> 01:39:09.540 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:39:09.540 --> 01:39:11.642 align:middle line:90% Thomas M. Stanley? 01:39:11.642 --> 01:39:12.950 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:39:12.950 --> 01:39:15.120 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:39:15.120 --> 01:39:16.592 align:middle line:90% William M. Straus? 01:39:16.592 --> 01:39:17.770 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:39:17.770 --> 01:39:20.310 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:39:20.310 --> 01:39:22.815 align:middle line:90% Alyson M. Sullivan? 01:39:22.815 --> 01:39:24.180 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. 01:39:24.180 --> 01:39:29.746 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. José F. Tosado? 01:39:29.746 --> 01:39:31.680 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:39:31.680 --> 01:39:33.000 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:39:33.000 --> 01:39:34.267 align:middle line:90% Paul F. Tucker? 01:39:34.267 --> 01:39:35.460 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:39:35.460 --> 01:39:38.240 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:39:38.240 --> 01:39:40.022 align:middle line:90% Chynah Tyler? 01:39:40.022 --> 01:39:41.850 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:39:41.850 --> 01:39:43.980 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:39:43.980 --> 01:39:45.592 align:middle line:90% Steven Ultrino? 01:39:45.592 --> 01:39:47.280 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:39:47.280 --> 01:39:48.960 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:39:48.960 --> 01:39:50.516 align:middle line:90% Adres X. Vargas? 01:39:50.516 --> 01:39:52.750 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:39:52.750 --> 01:39:54.820 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:39:54.820 --> 01:39:56.095 align:middle line:90% Aaron Vega? 01:39:56.095 --> 01:39:57.400 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:39:57.400 --> 01:39:59.710 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:39:59.710 --> 01:40:00.910 align:middle line:90% John C. Velis? 01:40:00.910 --> 01:40:02.500 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:40:02.500 --> 01:40:03.760 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:40:03.760 --> 01:40:06.430 align:middle line:90% 01:40:06.430 --> 01:40:08.292 align:middle line:90% David T. Vieira? 01:40:08.292 --> 01:40:10.000 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. 01:40:10.000 --> 01:40:13.007 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. RoseLee Vincent? 01:40:13.007 --> 01:40:14.440 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:40:14.440 --> 01:40:15.700 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:40:15.700 --> 01:40:17.800 align:middle line:90% Tommy Vitolo? 01:40:17.800 --> 01:40:19.140 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:40:19.140 --> 01:40:21.580 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:40:21.580 --> 01:40:22.770 align:middle line:90% Joseph F. Wagner? 01:40:22.770 --> 01:40:24.730 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:40:24.730 --> 01:40:26.620 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:40:26.620 --> 01:40:27.760 align:middle line:90% Thomas P. Walsh? 01:40:27.760 --> 01:40:29.030 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:40:29.030 --> 01:40:31.240 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:40:31.240 --> 01:40:33.256 align:middle line:90% Timothy R. Whelan? 01:40:33.256 --> 01:40:34.720 align:middle line:90% Bradley Jones, Jr. 01:40:34.720 --> 01:40:40.312 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Susannah M. Whipps? 01:40:40.312 --> 01:40:41.570 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:40:41.570 --> 01:40:43.750 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:40:43.750 --> 01:40:45.070 align:middle line:90% Bud L. Williams? 01:40:45.070 --> 01:40:46.810 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:40:46.810 --> 01:40:49.210 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:40:49.210 --> 01:40:50.692 align:middle line:90% Donald H. Wong? 01:40:50.692 --> 01:40:52.660 align:middle line:90% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. 01:40:52.660 --> 01:40:55.950 align:middle line:84% Bradley H. Jones, Jr. Jonathan D. Zlotnik? 01:40:55.950 --> 01:40:57.447 align:middle line:90% Robert DeLeo. 01:40:57.447 --> 01:40:58.445 align:middle line:90% Robert A. DeLeo. 01:40:58.445 --> 01:41:18.910 align:middle line:90% 01:41:18.910 --> 01:41:22.846 align:middle line:84% Have all members voted who wish to do so? 01:41:22.846 --> 01:41:34.180 align:middle line:90% 01:41:34.180 --> 01:41:37.345 align:middle line:84% Have all members voted who wish to do so? 01:41:37.345 --> 01:41:41.150 align:middle line:90% 01:41:41.150 --> 01:41:46.028 align:middle line:84% Clerk will call Mr. Coppinger of Boston. 01:41:46.028 --> 01:41:48.508 align:middle line:90% I haven't voted. 01:41:48.508 --> 01:41:51.976 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 01:41:51.976 --> 01:41:52.476 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 01:41:52.476 --> 01:41:55.430 align:middle line:90% Oh, Robert A. DeLeo. 01:41:55.430 --> 01:41:56.930 align:middle line:84% I voted for you twice, [INAUDIBLE].. 01:41:56.930 --> 01:42:00.160 align:middle line:84% Edward F. Coppinger votes for Robert A. DeLeo. 01:42:00.160 --> 01:42:03.136 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 01:42:03.136 --> 01:42:04.624 align:middle line:90% 01:42:04.624 --> 01:42:06.112 align:middle line:90% That's a nice comeback. 01:42:06.112 --> 01:42:09.088 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 01:42:09.088 --> 01:42:11.568 align:middle line:90% 01:42:11.568 --> 01:42:15.040 align:middle line:84% Now, there's one other member who did not [INAUDIBLE].. 01:42:15.040 --> 01:42:18.512 align:middle line:90% [MUTED] 01:42:18.512 --> 01:42:23.990 align:middle line:90% 01:42:23.990 --> 01:42:30.500 align:middle line:84% Have all members voted who wish to do so? 01:42:30.500 --> 01:42:32.030 align:middle line:90% House will be in a brief recess. 01:42:32.030 --> 01:42:37.320 align:middle line:90% 01:42:37.320 --> 01:42:40.813 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 01:42:40.813 --> 01:52:21.630 align:middle line:90% 01:52:21.630 --> 01:52:25.123 align:middle line:90% [GAVEL BANGING] 01:52:25.123 --> 01:52:29.120 align:middle line:90% 01:52:29.120 --> 01:52:31.940 align:middle line:90% Members will take their seats. 01:52:31.940 --> 01:52:33.834 align:middle line:90% Members will take their seats. 01:52:33.834 --> 01:52:37.820 align:middle line:90% 01:52:37.820 --> 01:52:40.306 align:middle line:84% Court officers will clear the aisles. 01:52:40.306 --> 01:52:47.960 align:middle line:90% 01:52:47.960 --> 01:52:50.777 align:middle line:84% Court officers will clear the aisles. 01:52:50.777 --> 01:52:54.256 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 01:52:54.256 --> 01:53:13.650 align:middle line:90% 01:53:13.650 --> 01:53:17.300 align:middle line:84% Ms. Sabadosa from North Hampton desires to be recorded. 01:53:17.300 --> 01:53:21.590 align:middle line:90% 01:53:21.590 --> 01:53:25.808 align:middle line:84% Lindsay Sabadosa votes for Robert A. DeLeo. 01:53:25.808 --> 01:53:29.294 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 01:53:29.294 --> 01:54:41.590 align:middle line:90% 01:54:41.590 --> 01:54:44.490 align:middle line:90% House will come to order. 01:54:44.490 --> 01:54:48.060 align:middle line:90% Whole number of votes, 150. 01:54:48.060 --> 01:54:52.410 align:middle line:90% Necessary for a choice, 76. 01:54:52.410 --> 01:54:57.330 align:middle line:84% Robert A. DeLeo received 119 votes. 01:54:57.330 --> 01:55:00.910 align:middle line:90% Brad Jones, 31. 01:55:00.910 --> 01:55:04.367 align:middle line:90% Brad, come on. 01:55:04.367 --> 01:55:05.800 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 01:55:05.800 --> 01:55:07.440 align:middle line:90% You keep going down and down. 01:55:07.440 --> 01:55:11.700 align:middle line:90% I mean, come on. 01:55:11.700 --> 01:55:14.375 align:middle line:84% You can use rank choice voting, and you can vote now. 01:55:14.375 --> 01:55:15.660 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 01:55:15.660 --> 01:55:17.680 align:middle line:84% Well, you should have asked me, you know? 01:55:17.680 --> 01:55:25.790 align:middle line:90% 01:55:25.790 --> 01:55:28.880 align:middle line:84% Robert A. DeLeo, with that vote, becomes 01:55:28.880 --> 01:55:31.020 align:middle line:90% the speaker of the House. 01:55:31.020 --> 01:55:34.980 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 01:55:34.980 --> 01:55:56.780 align:middle line:90% 01:55:56.780 --> 01:55:59.550 align:middle line:84% Mr. Rogers of Norwood offers an order 01:55:59.550 --> 01:56:01.000 align:middle line:90% in the hands of the clerk. 01:56:01.000 --> 01:56:04.700 align:middle line:90% Clerk will read the order. 01:56:04.700 --> 01:56:07.880 align:middle line:84% Ordered that a special committee consisting of 14 members 01:56:07.880 --> 01:56:11.330 align:middle line:84% be appointed to escort speaker Robert A. DeLeo of Winthrop 01:56:11.330 --> 01:56:16.260 align:middle line:84% to the chamber under escort of the Sergeant at Arms. 01:56:16.260 --> 01:56:17.880 align:middle line:90% The chair will appoint-- 01:56:17.880 --> 01:56:19.800 align:middle line:84% question comes on adoption of the order. 01:56:19.800 --> 01:56:21.320 align:middle line:90% All those in favor, say aye. 01:56:21.320 --> 01:56:22.270 align:middle line:90% Opposed, no. 01:56:22.270 --> 01:56:22.990 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 01:56:22.990 --> 01:56:24.450 align:middle line:90% The order is adopted. 01:56:24.450 --> 01:56:28.350 align:middle line:84% The chair appoints the following folks. 01:56:28.350 --> 01:56:33.940 align:middle line:84% Representative Dykema of Holliston. 01:56:33.940 --> 01:56:36.170 align:middle line:90% Mr. Mark of Peru. 01:56:36.170 --> 01:56:38.150 align:middle line:90% Ms. Malia of Boston. 01:56:38.150 --> 01:56:40.160 align:middle line:90% Mr. Hunt of Sandwich. 01:56:40.160 --> 01:56:42.260 align:middle line:90% Mr. Ashe of Longmeadow. 01:56:42.260 --> 01:56:44.540 align:middle line:90% Ms. Decker of Cambridge. 01:56:44.540 --> 01:56:47.970 align:middle line:90% Mr. Markey of Dartmouth. 01:56:47.970 --> 01:56:49.860 align:middle line:90% Ms. Tyler of Boston. 01:56:49.860 --> 01:56:51.720 align:middle line:90% Mr. Vega of Holyoke. 01:56:51.720 --> 01:56:53.730 align:middle line:90% Mr. Cassidy of Brockton. 01:56:53.730 --> 01:56:55.740 align:middle line:90% Ms. Harrington of Groton. 01:56:55.740 --> 01:56:58.170 align:middle line:90% Mr. Gonzalez of Springfield. 01:56:58.170 --> 01:57:00.780 align:middle line:90% Mr. Kelcourse of Amesbury. 01:57:00.780 --> 01:57:03.210 align:middle line:90% Mr. Schmid of Westport. 01:57:03.210 --> 01:57:05.250 align:middle line:90% Mr. Madaro of Boston. 01:57:05.250 --> 01:57:07.348 align:middle line:90% Mr. DeCoste of Norwell. 01:57:07.348 --> 01:57:08.812 align:middle line:90% And Mr. Ryan of Boston. 01:57:08.812 --> 01:57:14.180 align:middle line:90% 01:57:14.180 --> 01:57:18.116 align:middle line:84% Committee will form in the well of the House. 01:57:18.116 --> 01:57:21.908 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 01:57:21.908 --> 01:57:44.490 align:middle line:90% 01:57:44.490 --> 01:57:48.500 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 01:57:48.500 --> 01:57:52.210 align:middle line:90% House will be in a brief recess. 01:57:52.210 --> 01:57:52.710 align:middle line:90% All right. 01:57:52.710 --> 01:57:55.260 align:middle line:90% That's it, huh? 01:57:55.260 --> 01:57:57.138 align:middle line:90% I got to watch you-- 01:57:57.138 --> 01:58:00.631 align:middle line:90% [MUTED] 01:58:00.631 --> 01:58:40.551 align:middle line:90% 01:58:40.551 --> 01:58:44.044 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 01:58:44.044 --> 02:02:28.440 align:middle line:90% 02:02:28.440 --> 02:02:30.450 align:middle line:84% Chair recognizes the Sergeant of Arms. 02:02:30.450 --> 02:02:35.030 align:middle line:90% 02:02:35.030 --> 02:02:37.900 align:middle line:84% Admit the honorable committee of the House. 02:02:37.900 --> 02:02:40.400 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:02:40.400 --> 02:02:43.886 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 02:02:43.886 --> 02:03:01.316 align:middle line:90% 02:03:01.316 --> 02:03:04.304 align:middle line:90% Ms. Dykema of Holliston. 02:03:04.304 --> 02:03:09.780 align:middle line:84% We are very excited to have gone and met with the new speaker, 02:03:09.780 --> 02:03:12.180 align:middle line:84% and excited to let him know that he 02:03:12.180 --> 02:03:15.390 align:middle line:84% has been duly elected as our leader for the upcoming 02:03:15.390 --> 02:03:16.440 align:middle line:90% session. 02:03:16.440 --> 02:03:20.370 align:middle line:84% Of course, he was extremely excited and looking forward 02:03:20.370 --> 02:03:22.890 align:middle line:84% to getting to work with all of the members 02:03:22.890 --> 02:03:26.460 align:middle line:84% on the important business that sits before us as a legislature 02:03:26.460 --> 02:03:27.580 align:middle line:90% for the upcoming session. 02:03:27.580 --> 02:03:30.870 align:middle line:84% And so we're thrilled to be able to introduce our next Speaker 02:03:30.870 --> 02:03:33.366 align:middle line:90% of the House, Robert A. DeLeo. 02:03:33.366 --> 02:03:36.030 align:middle line:90% Carolyn, I told you-- 02:03:36.030 --> 02:03:37.380 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:03:37.380 --> 02:03:42.370 align:middle line:84% I told you when you left, to go to Boylston Street. 02:03:42.370 --> 02:03:45.150 align:middle line:90% And from there, go to Readville. 02:03:45.150 --> 02:03:47.400 align:middle line:84% And then from there, go to Winthrop 02:03:47.400 --> 02:03:50.490 align:middle line:84% and then bring him back in two or three days. 02:03:50.490 --> 02:03:52.620 align:middle line:90% You went too fast. 02:03:52.620 --> 02:03:53.380 align:middle line:90% But I love you. 02:03:53.380 --> 02:03:54.300 align:middle line:90% God bless you. 02:03:54.300 --> 02:03:55.860 align:middle line:90% Thank you, the committee. 02:03:55.860 --> 02:04:00.250 align:middle line:84% And the committee is now dissolved. 02:04:00.250 --> 02:04:03.708 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE_] 02:04:03.708 --> 02:04:09.636 align:middle line:90% 02:04:09.636 --> 02:04:13.094 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 02:04:13.094 --> 02:04:19.022 align:middle line:90% 02:04:19.022 --> 02:04:21.510 align:middle line:90% [GAVEL BANGING] 02:04:21.510 --> 02:04:24.270 align:middle line:90% House will come to order. 02:04:24.270 --> 02:04:27.960 align:middle line:90% House will come to order. 02:04:27.960 --> 02:04:29.515 align:middle line:84% Court officers, clear the aisles. 02:04:29.515 --> 02:04:32.430 align:middle line:90% 02:04:32.430 --> 02:04:34.140 align:middle line:84% Court officers, clear the aisles. 02:04:34.140 --> 02:04:42.521 align:middle line:90% 02:04:42.521 --> 02:04:44.000 align:middle line:90% What am I supposed to do now? 02:04:44.000 --> 02:04:45.980 align:middle line:84% Chair will recognize the Sergeant of Arms. 02:04:45.980 --> 02:04:49.052 align:middle line:84% Chair will recognize the Sergeant of Arms. 02:04:49.052 --> 02:04:53.480 align:middle line:84% Mr. Speaker, the Honorable Robert A. DeLeo, 02:04:53.480 --> 02:04:57.416 align:middle line:84% the Speaker of the Massachusetts House of Representatives. 02:04:57.416 --> 02:05:00.860 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE AND CHEERING] 02:05:00.860 --> 02:05:14.190 align:middle line:90% 02:05:14.190 --> 02:05:18.439 align:middle line:84% Admit the Honorable Speaker of the House, Robert E. DeLeo. 02:05:18.439 --> 02:05:20.934 align:middle line:90% A. DeLeo [INAUDIBLE]. 02:05:20.934 --> 02:05:22.431 align:middle line:90% [MUTED] 02:05:22.431 --> 02:05:25.924 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:05:25.924 --> 02:05:53.868 align:middle line:90% 02:05:53.868 --> 02:05:57.361 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 02:05:57.361 --> 02:06:54.790 align:middle line:90% 02:06:54.790 --> 02:06:59.461 align:middle line:84% The Honorable Robert DeLeo, Speaker of the House. 02:06:59.461 --> 02:07:02.940 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:07:02.940 --> 02:07:13.874 align:middle line:90% 02:07:13.874 --> 02:07:15.365 align:middle line:90% Thank you very much. 02:07:15.365 --> 02:07:19.341 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE AND CHEERING] 02:07:19.341 --> 02:07:45.740 align:middle line:90% 02:07:45.740 --> 02:07:46.940 align:middle line:90% Thank you so much. 02:07:46.940 --> 02:07:47.570 align:middle line:90% Thank you. 02:07:47.570 --> 02:07:52.350 align:middle line:90% 02:07:52.350 --> 02:07:54.667 align:middle line:90% Thank you. 02:07:54.667 --> 02:07:57.000 align:middle line:84% And you thought I was going to stop you from applauding, 02:07:57.000 --> 02:07:57.500 align:middle line:90% didn't you? 02:07:57.500 --> 02:07:59.630 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 02:07:59.630 --> 02:08:04.220 align:middle line:84% First of all, I want to welcome everyone to the House today. 02:08:04.220 --> 02:08:07.250 align:middle line:84% I'd first like to thank the members of the clergy 02:08:07.250 --> 02:08:10.250 align:middle line:84% for being here to offer their words of hope 02:08:10.250 --> 02:08:12.110 align:middle line:90% and encouragement. 02:08:12.110 --> 02:08:15.530 align:middle line:84% I also want to mention the Burncoat High School 02:08:15.530 --> 02:08:19.070 align:middle line:84% Chorus, who I thought was superb in their singing here today. 02:08:19.070 --> 02:08:22.910 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:08:22.910 --> 02:08:24.840 align:middle line:90% 02:08:24.840 --> 02:08:28.800 align:middle line:84% Thank you, Representative O'Day, for that great recommendation. 02:08:28.800 --> 02:08:32.520 align:middle line:84% Thank you to the Governor, Baker, Lieutenant Governor 02:08:32.520 --> 02:08:35.220 align:middle line:84% Polito, who was here earlier, Auditor Bump, Treasurer 02:08:35.220 --> 02:08:38.700 align:middle line:84% Goldberg, Attorney General Healey, the Governor's 02:08:38.700 --> 02:08:39.360 align:middle line:90% counsels. 02:08:39.360 --> 02:08:42.270 align:middle line:84% And I thank them for being here, as well 02:08:42.270 --> 02:08:48.030 align:middle line:84% as our United States Senators Warren and Markey as well. 02:08:48.030 --> 02:08:51.240 align:middle line:84% A special thank you, also, to the former speakers 02:08:51.240 --> 02:08:55.380 align:middle line:84% of the House for taking the time to be here today. 02:08:55.380 --> 02:08:58.410 align:middle line:84% Speaker Bartley, thank you so much. 02:08:58.410 --> 02:09:00.150 align:middle line:84% Speaker Finneran was here earlier. 02:09:00.150 --> 02:09:01.260 align:middle line:90% He had to leave. 02:09:01.260 --> 02:09:04.134 align:middle line:84% And Speaker DiMasi, thank you so much for being here. 02:09:04.134 --> 02:09:07.966 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:09:07.966 --> 02:09:10.370 align:middle line:90% 02:09:10.370 --> 02:09:13.280 align:middle line:84% And I can't thank enough, also, the mayor from this great city 02:09:13.280 --> 02:09:17.000 align:middle line:84% of Boston, Mayor Walsh, who served with many of us 02:09:17.000 --> 02:09:20.090 align:middle line:84% for a number of years-- and as mentioned earlier, is now, 02:09:20.090 --> 02:09:24.230 align:middle line:84% I think, is becoming America's mayor as well. 02:09:24.230 --> 02:09:26.388 align:middle line:84% So I thank the mayor for being here. 02:09:26.388 --> 02:09:29.762 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:09:29.762 --> 02:09:31.220 align:middle line:90% 02:09:31.220 --> 02:09:33.130 align:middle line:84% And I'd be remiss if I didn't thank-- 02:09:33.130 --> 02:09:34.180 align:middle line:90% they were here earlier-- 02:09:34.180 --> 02:09:36.900 align:middle line:84% Mayor McGee, from this great city of Lynn, 02:09:36.900 --> 02:09:41.320 align:middle line:84% and Mayor Rivera of Lawrence, who's been somewhat busy, 02:09:41.320 --> 02:09:43.930 align:middle line:84% shall we say, the last couple of months. 02:09:43.930 --> 02:09:46.750 align:middle line:84% I want to thank them for being here. 02:09:46.750 --> 02:09:49.990 align:middle line:84% Leader Jones, I want to thank you for your partnership. 02:09:49.990 --> 02:09:52.820 align:middle line:84% And I look forward to, again, working with you. 02:09:52.820 --> 02:09:57.520 align:middle line:84% I'm looking forward to your remarks in a short time. 02:09:57.520 --> 02:10:02.800 align:middle line:84% To those-- the representatives, who in particular, 02:10:02.800 --> 02:10:05.770 align:middle line:90% led us in today's pledge. 02:10:05.770 --> 02:10:09.028 align:middle line:84% I thought that was really something special. 02:10:09.028 --> 02:10:10.570 align:middle line:84% And it was really something I thought 02:10:10.570 --> 02:10:12.340 align:middle line:84% that we could be proud of, to think 02:10:12.340 --> 02:10:15.790 align:middle line:84% that we have so many representatives who are still 02:10:15.790 --> 02:10:17.580 align:middle line:90% serving our country. 02:10:17.580 --> 02:10:21.340 align:middle line:84% To Representative Velis, Naughton, Parisella, Santiago, 02:10:21.340 --> 02:10:23.928 align:middle line:84% and Kearney, we thank you sincerely 02:10:23.928 --> 02:10:26.470 align:middle line:84% for doing that here today-- and most importantly, for service 02:10:26.470 --> 02:10:27.410 align:middle line:90% to your country. 02:10:27.410 --> 02:10:28.440 align:middle line:90% Thank you very much. 02:10:28.440 --> 02:10:32.360 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:10:32.360 --> 02:10:48.040 align:middle line:90% 02:10:48.040 --> 02:10:49.820 align:middle line:84% And I would be extremely remiss if I 02:10:49.820 --> 02:10:54.050 align:middle line:84% didn't thank all the folks, not just presently serving 02:10:54.050 --> 02:10:56.360 align:middle line:84% their country, but all veterans who 02:10:56.360 --> 02:10:57.710 align:middle line:90% are now serving in the House. 02:10:57.710 --> 02:10:59.450 align:middle line:90% Thank you so much. 02:10:59.450 --> 02:11:01.340 align:middle line:90% I especially want to recognize-- 02:11:01.340 --> 02:11:04.850 align:middle line:84% I know he received special recognition before. 02:11:04.850 --> 02:11:05.810 align:middle line:90% But I hadn't seen him-- 02:11:05.810 --> 02:11:09.170 align:middle line:84% I actually saw him for the first time in the last six months. 02:11:09.170 --> 02:11:13.860 align:middle line:84% And I noticed, first of all, he lost quite a bit of weight 02:11:13.860 --> 02:11:14.360 align:middle line:90% as well. 02:11:14.360 --> 02:11:17.390 align:middle line:84% He said the food isn't as good as it is back home-- 02:11:17.390 --> 02:11:19.070 align:middle line:84% who just returned back from serving 02:11:19.070 --> 02:11:20.420 align:middle line:90% six months in Afghanistan. 02:11:20.420 --> 02:11:22.550 align:middle line:84% Representative Velis, thank you for your service. 02:11:22.550 --> 02:11:26.043 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:11:26.043 --> 02:11:37.530 align:middle line:90% 02:11:37.530 --> 02:11:39.730 align:middle line:84% And also, we're very fortunate to have 02:11:39.730 --> 02:11:42.940 align:middle line:84% the Winthrop town manager here today, Austin Faison. 02:11:42.940 --> 02:11:44.740 align:middle line:84% And I want to thank him for being here. 02:11:44.740 --> 02:11:48.070 align:middle line:84% And thank you from all the folks in my district of Winthrop 02:11:48.070 --> 02:11:50.860 align:middle line:90% and Revere for your support. 02:11:50.860 --> 02:11:56.170 align:middle line:84% Most importantly, I really must thank my family. 02:11:56.170 --> 02:11:58.075 align:middle line:84% And I think that there's no one here 02:11:58.075 --> 02:12:00.490 align:middle line:90% who would disagree with that. 02:12:00.490 --> 02:12:05.320 align:middle line:84% I'm very fortunate enough because I have a lady who's 02:12:05.320 --> 02:12:09.430 align:middle line:90% been with me for many of year. 02:12:09.430 --> 02:12:14.110 align:middle line:84% I refer to her as somewhat as the rock of the homestead. 02:12:14.110 --> 02:12:17.140 align:middle line:90% 02:12:17.140 --> 02:12:18.820 align:middle line:90% But I'd have to say that being-- 02:12:18.820 --> 02:12:20.320 align:middle line:84% living with the Speaker of the House 02:12:20.320 --> 02:12:23.770 align:middle line:84% may not be the easiest thing in the world, especially one who 02:12:23.770 --> 02:12:25.060 align:middle line:90% works 24/7. 02:12:25.060 --> 02:12:27.430 align:middle line:90% His mind is always going. 02:12:27.430 --> 02:12:29.470 align:middle line:84% But she's always been always there for me 02:12:29.470 --> 02:12:33.218 align:middle line:90% with her love and her support. 02:12:33.218 --> 02:12:34.426 align:middle line:90% And I can't thank her enough. 02:12:34.426 --> 02:12:35.164 align:middle line:90% And that's Vicki. 02:12:35.164 --> 02:12:36.640 align:middle line:90% Everyone knows Vicki. 02:12:36.640 --> 02:12:40.084 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:12:40.084 --> 02:12:50.940 align:middle line:90% 02:12:50.940 --> 02:12:54.950 align:middle line:84% And I'm also fortunate to have a sister who 02:12:54.950 --> 02:12:58.850 align:middle line:84% still refers to me as her baby brother, which is great. 02:12:58.850 --> 02:13:01.580 align:middle line:84% Not too many people refer to me as baby anything anymore. 02:13:01.580 --> 02:13:05.660 align:middle line:84% But she watches by me each and every day. 02:13:05.660 --> 02:13:07.910 align:middle line:84% If I have a cold, make sure you take care of the cold. 02:13:07.910 --> 02:13:09.170 align:middle line:90% Make sure you sleep more. 02:13:09.170 --> 02:13:10.730 align:middle line:90% Make sure you do this and that. 02:13:10.730 --> 02:13:13.950 align:middle line:84% But that's, again, because of her love and affection. 02:13:13.950 --> 02:13:16.540 align:middle line:84% That's my sister Carol and my brother-in-law Anthony. 02:13:16.540 --> 02:13:19.970 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:13:19.970 --> 02:13:27.400 align:middle line:90% 02:13:27.400 --> 02:13:30.620 align:middle line:84% And we're fortunate to have Vicki's son here today, 02:13:30.620 --> 02:13:35.660 align:middle line:84% who I wanted to make sure that I welcome. 02:13:35.660 --> 02:13:37.040 align:middle line:84% He lived in Brooklyn for a while, 02:13:37.040 --> 02:13:40.460 align:middle line:84% but I'm not going to hold that against them. 02:13:40.460 --> 02:13:43.430 align:middle line:84% He's now back-- and living in Arlington, by the way. 02:13:43.430 --> 02:13:45.210 align:middle line:84% I'm not sure if that's good or bad. 02:13:45.210 --> 02:13:47.490 align:middle line:90% But that's all right. 02:13:47.490 --> 02:13:47.990 align:middle line:90% OK. 02:13:47.990 --> 02:13:51.260 align:middle line:84% I just want to welcome, again, Vicki's son, Gregory, 02:13:51.260 --> 02:13:54.032 align:middle line:84% and his lovely wife, Kristen, who are here today. 02:13:54.032 --> 02:13:57.483 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:13:57.483 --> 02:14:06.860 align:middle line:90% 02:14:06.860 --> 02:14:08.840 align:middle line:84% My son Rob is-- today's his birthday. 02:14:08.840 --> 02:14:12.860 align:middle line:84% And he's away, actually, for his birthday. 02:14:12.860 --> 02:14:15.090 align:middle line:84% I just want him to know-- and I left a word, 02:14:15.090 --> 02:14:19.070 align:middle line:84% or talked to him this morning-- how proud I was of him. 02:14:19.070 --> 02:14:22.790 align:middle line:84% He's a professor now at Bentley, and I'm very, very pleased. 02:14:22.790 --> 02:14:24.500 align:middle line:84% My daughter, as you all know, just 02:14:24.500 --> 02:14:27.898 align:middle line:84% gave birth about 10 days ago to my second grandchild. 02:14:27.898 --> 02:14:31.314 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:14:31.314 --> 02:14:36.200 align:middle line:90% 02:14:36.200 --> 02:14:40.550 align:middle line:84% And that has been the greatest gift of all, let me tell you. 02:14:40.550 --> 02:14:44.170 align:middle line:84% I am humbled and honored to stand before you today 02:14:44.170 --> 02:14:46.130 align:middle line:90% as your Speaker. 02:14:46.130 --> 02:14:48.440 align:middle line:90% And for that, I thank you. 02:14:48.440 --> 02:14:52.640 align:middle line:84% For our returning members, welcome back. 02:14:52.640 --> 02:14:55.070 align:middle line:84% I look forward to working with you all again 02:14:55.070 --> 02:14:57.590 align:middle line:90% during the next session. 02:14:57.590 --> 02:15:01.810 align:middle line:84% Thank you for your guidance, and thank you for your friendship. 02:15:01.810 --> 02:15:05.600 align:middle line:90% I have learned so much from you. 02:15:05.600 --> 02:15:08.890 align:middle line:84% Many of you also served as members-- 02:15:08.890 --> 02:15:11.660 align:middle line:84% or mentors, I should say, to our new members. 02:15:11.660 --> 02:15:16.490 align:middle line:84% And I hope that this is a tradition which continues. 02:15:16.490 --> 02:15:21.310 align:middle line:84% A special welcome to the Class of 2019. 02:15:21.310 --> 02:15:25.700 align:middle line:84% 25 new members and their families and loved ones who 02:15:25.700 --> 02:15:28.070 align:middle line:90% are here to celebrate. 02:15:28.070 --> 02:15:31.690 align:middle line:84% And as I told you before, and I'll tell you again, 02:15:31.690 --> 02:15:34.690 align:middle line:90% today is your day. 02:15:34.690 --> 02:15:38.690 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:15:38.690 --> 02:15:42.190 align:middle line:90% 02:15:42.190 --> 02:15:45.750 align:middle line:84% And I look forward to serving with each and every one of you. 02:15:45.750 --> 02:15:49.260 align:middle line:84% Because I had also mentioned to you, 02:15:49.260 --> 02:15:53.490 align:middle line:84% although it's nice to have folks with knowledge and seniority 02:15:53.490 --> 02:15:56.850 align:middle line:84% and many years of experience, having 02:15:56.850 --> 02:15:59.940 align:middle line:84% the new, fresh voices come into this House I think 02:15:59.940 --> 02:16:01.980 align:middle line:90% is also very important. 02:16:01.980 --> 02:16:05.390 align:middle line:84% New ideas in terms of what you see 02:16:05.390 --> 02:16:09.360 align:middle line:84% as you were out in running for election for the first time. 02:16:09.360 --> 02:16:13.830 align:middle line:84% And we will welcome that, and we will welcome all of your ideas. 02:16:13.830 --> 02:16:15.810 align:middle line:84% With that focal point in mind, I'll 02:16:15.810 --> 02:16:18.900 align:middle line:90% try to keep my remarks short. 02:16:18.900 --> 02:16:22.290 align:middle line:84% A new year brings with it a new spirit 02:16:22.290 --> 02:16:26.040 align:middle line:84% of hope and a reflection, and a chance 02:16:26.040 --> 02:16:29.810 align:middle line:90% to ponder what comes up next. 02:16:29.810 --> 02:16:34.280 align:middle line:84% Amid the clamor and discontent of our national discourse, 02:16:34.280 --> 02:16:38.860 align:middle line:84% we have a lot to be grateful for in Massachusetts. 02:16:38.860 --> 02:16:44.480 align:middle line:84% And as I said earlier today down in the caucus, 02:16:44.480 --> 02:16:48.950 align:middle line:84% you can be rest assured that this House, as it has always 02:16:48.950 --> 02:16:55.600 align:middle line:84% done, will do everything to make sure that those 02:16:55.600 --> 02:16:59.610 align:middle line:84% who try to diminish or dilute whatever 02:16:59.610 --> 02:17:02.430 align:middle line:84% rights or privilege that we may have, 02:17:02.430 --> 02:17:05.690 align:middle line:84% that we will fight that all the way 02:17:05.690 --> 02:17:09.410 align:middle line:84% and to make sure that Massachusetts continues to be 02:17:09.410 --> 02:17:11.342 align:middle line:90% the great state that it is. 02:17:11.342 --> 02:17:14.240 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:17:14.240 --> 02:17:17.405 align:middle line:84% And no one's rights will be infringed upon here 02:17:17.405 --> 02:17:18.140 align:middle line:90% in Massachusetts. 02:17:18.140 --> 02:17:21.570 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:17:21.570 --> 02:17:31.370 align:middle line:90% 02:17:31.370 --> 02:17:34.639 align:middle line:84% Still, we have many challenges facing us. 02:17:34.639 --> 02:17:36.410 align:middle line:84% And the needs of our Commonwealth 02:17:36.410 --> 02:17:40.410 align:middle line:90% are varied and complex. 02:17:40.410 --> 02:17:43.920 align:middle line:84% So now it's time for us to get to work. 02:17:43.920 --> 02:17:47.690 align:middle line:84% Moments ago, we took a pledge in the name 02:17:47.690 --> 02:17:50.370 align:middle line:84% of the people of the Commonwealth, 02:17:50.370 --> 02:17:55.980 align:middle line:84% to serve them with duty, to serve them with honor, 02:17:55.980 --> 02:18:01.889 align:middle line:84% to serve them with respect, and to serve them with care. 02:18:01.889 --> 02:18:07.420 align:middle line:84% I'm honored to have joined you in that pledge. 02:18:07.420 --> 02:18:11.299 align:middle line:84% Let me close by once again saying congratulations 02:18:11.299 --> 02:18:13.129 align:middle line:90% to all of you. 02:18:13.129 --> 02:18:17.090 align:middle line:84% This is a great day for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. 02:18:17.090 --> 02:18:19.940 align:middle line:84% May God bless the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, 02:18:19.940 --> 02:18:23.129 align:middle line:84% and may God bless the United States of America. 02:18:23.129 --> 02:18:24.369 align:middle line:90% Thank you very much. 02:18:24.369 --> 02:18:27.862 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE AND CHEERING] 02:18:27.862 --> 02:18:45.826 align:middle line:90% 02:18:45.826 --> 02:18:47.323 align:middle line:90% Thank you very much. 02:18:47.323 --> 02:18:51.814 align:middle line:90% 02:18:51.814 --> 02:18:54.808 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 02:18:54.808 --> 02:18:56.804 align:middle line:84% Chair recognizes the Sergeant at Arms. 02:18:56.804 --> 02:19:12.772 align:middle line:90% 02:19:12.772 --> 02:19:22.752 align:middle line:90% [CHUCKLE] [MUTED] 02:19:22.752 --> 02:19:26.760 align:middle line:90% --Speaker, the Committee Senate. 02:19:26.760 --> 02:19:29.572 align:middle line:84% Please admit the Honorable Committee of the Senate. 02:19:29.572 --> 02:19:33.556 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:19:33.556 --> 02:19:56.464 align:middle line:90% 02:19:56.464 --> 02:19:58.954 align:middle line:84% Madam Chair, it's great to have you here. 02:19:58.954 --> 02:19:59.950 align:middle line:90% Mr. Speaker. 02:19:59.950 --> 02:20:03.436 align:middle line:90% [MUTED] 02:20:03.436 --> 02:20:08.460 align:middle line:90% 02:20:08.460 --> 02:20:09.900 align:middle line:90% --Karen E. Spilka. 02:20:09.900 --> 02:20:13.700 align:middle line:84% We have also elected our clerk, Michael Hurley. 02:20:13.700 --> 02:20:16.680 align:middle line:84% And in the spirit of cooperation and collaboration, 02:20:16.680 --> 02:20:20.340 align:middle line:84% we look forward to working with you and the members of this 02:20:20.340 --> 02:20:23.020 align:middle line:90% august chamber. 02:20:23.020 --> 02:20:23.520 align:middle line:90% Thank you. 02:20:23.520 --> 02:20:26.400 align:middle line:84% Please make sure you congratulate 02:20:26.400 --> 02:20:28.830 align:middle line:84% the Senate President for me, [INAUDIBLE] 02:20:28.830 --> 02:20:31.860 align:middle line:84% I'm looking for a continuation of our long term friendship she 02:20:31.860 --> 02:20:34.740 align:middle line:84% had, which started right in this chamber some years ago 02:20:34.740 --> 02:20:37.050 align:middle line:90% and continues to this date. 02:20:37.050 --> 02:20:39.840 align:middle line:84% And I think that together, as the House and the Senate, 02:20:39.840 --> 02:20:43.020 align:middle line:84% we're going to be accomplishing much together. 02:20:43.020 --> 02:20:45.170 align:middle line:90% To the clerk, congratulations. 02:20:45.170 --> 02:20:47.190 align:middle line:84% And again, to all the members of the Senate, 02:20:47.190 --> 02:20:51.060 align:middle line:84% we're looking for you for the most successful years 02:20:51.060 --> 02:20:52.844 align:middle line:84% that we've ever had in this State House. 02:20:52.844 --> 02:20:54.326 align:middle line:90% Thank you so much. 02:20:54.326 --> 02:20:58.278 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:20:58.278 --> 02:21:21.050 align:middle line:90% 02:21:21.050 --> 02:21:24.350 align:middle line:84% It's now my honor to introduce for the purpose of remarks, 02:21:24.350 --> 02:21:26.900 align:middle line:84% please give a warm welcome to our minority 02:21:26.900 --> 02:21:28.316 align:middle line:90% leader, Brad Jones. 02:21:28.316 --> 02:21:32.300 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE AND CHEERING] 02:21:32.300 --> 02:21:34.292 align:middle line:90% 02:21:34.292 --> 02:21:36.782 align:middle line:90% Thank you. 02:21:36.782 --> 02:21:38.774 align:middle line:90% Thank you, thank you. 02:21:38.774 --> 02:21:42.760 align:middle line:90% 02:21:42.760 --> 02:21:43.530 align:middle line:90% Thank you all. 02:21:43.530 --> 02:21:45.988 align:middle line:84% And since I'm one of the last things between you and lunch, 02:21:45.988 --> 02:21:47.570 align:middle line:90% I'll try to be brief. 02:21:47.570 --> 02:21:48.950 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 02:21:48.950 --> 02:21:51.520 align:middle line:84% Thank you, Mr. Speaker, and congratulations. 02:21:51.520 --> 02:21:54.190 align:middle line:84% And thank you to the members, their families, friends, 02:21:54.190 --> 02:21:57.790 align:middle line:84% supporters, and distinguished guests. 02:21:57.790 --> 02:22:00.760 align:middle line:84% It is a privilege to stand before you on the occasion 02:22:00.760 --> 02:22:03.820 align:middle line:90% of the 191st biennial session. 02:22:03.820 --> 02:22:07.120 align:middle line:84% Today we begin a shared journey, writing 02:22:07.120 --> 02:22:08.890 align:middle line:84% the next chapter in the history book 02:22:08.890 --> 02:22:11.770 align:middle line:90% that is our great Commonwealth. 02:22:11.770 --> 02:22:14.440 align:middle line:84% Years from now, the things that we do 02:22:14.440 --> 02:22:18.400 align:middle line:84% and how and why we do them will be studied by schoolchildren 02:22:18.400 --> 02:22:20.950 align:middle line:90% across this great state. 02:22:20.950 --> 02:22:23.530 align:middle line:84% It's a wondrous day of new beginnings, 02:22:23.530 --> 02:22:26.380 align:middle line:84% renewed commitments, and promise. 02:22:26.380 --> 02:22:30.490 align:middle line:84% Today we took our oath, the same oath recited many times 02:22:30.490 --> 02:22:33.550 align:middle line:84% before by thousands of dedicated servants 02:22:33.550 --> 02:22:37.020 align:middle line:90% of this historic Commonwealth. 02:22:37.020 --> 02:22:40.200 align:middle line:84% We represent diverse communities and bring 02:22:40.200 --> 02:22:42.840 align:middle line:84% different philosophies, experiences, 02:22:42.840 --> 02:22:46.110 align:middle line:84% and perspectives along with our own lists 02:22:46.110 --> 02:22:48.210 align:middle line:90% of goals and priorities. 02:22:48.210 --> 02:22:51.990 align:middle line:84% But we share a bond as elected members of the Massachusetts 02:22:51.990 --> 02:22:54.990 align:middle line:84% House of Representatives that are given the opportunity 02:22:54.990 --> 02:22:58.230 align:middle line:84% to work side by side on the issues importance 02:22:58.230 --> 02:23:00.370 align:middle line:90% over the next two years. 02:23:00.370 --> 02:23:03.430 align:middle line:84% We are hopeful for a brighter future, but ever mindful 02:23:03.430 --> 02:23:05.980 align:middle line:90% of the challenges ahead. 02:23:05.980 --> 02:23:09.910 align:middle line:84% Today is the culmination of what each of us and our supporters 02:23:09.910 --> 02:23:12.640 align:middle line:90% have worked so hard for. 02:23:12.640 --> 02:23:17.210 align:middle line:84% It is the exclamation point on your election day success. 02:23:17.210 --> 02:23:20.420 align:middle line:84% Today represents what must be the final step 02:23:20.420 --> 02:23:24.850 align:middle line:84% in the transition of campaigning to governing. 02:23:24.850 --> 02:23:27.270 align:middle line:84% It's always exhilarating to see the members surrounded 02:23:27.270 --> 02:23:31.080 align:middle line:84% by family and friends in this magnificent chamber 02:23:31.080 --> 02:23:33.370 align:middle line:90% on this special day. 02:23:33.370 --> 02:23:36.220 align:middle line:84% The chamber should be a source of inspiration every time 02:23:36.220 --> 02:23:40.610 align:middle line:84% we cross the threshold into this, the people's chamber. 02:23:40.610 --> 02:23:44.740 align:middle line:84% If you ever lose your way, simply find your seat, 02:23:44.740 --> 02:23:47.980 align:middle line:84% read the words on the rostrum under the murals, 02:23:47.980 --> 02:23:52.700 align:middle line:84% or simply contemplate the portraits that adorn the walls. 02:23:52.700 --> 02:23:55.880 align:middle line:84% I want to thank the residents of the 20th Middlesex district 02:23:55.880 --> 02:23:59.420 align:middle line:84% for allowing me the continued opportunity to serve them. 02:23:59.420 --> 02:24:01.790 align:middle line:84% It remains an honor and a privilege 02:24:01.790 --> 02:24:04.460 align:middle line:84% to represent the citizens of Lynnfield, Middleton, 02:24:04.460 --> 02:24:06.170 align:middle line:90% Reading, and North Reading. 02:24:06.170 --> 02:24:08.930 align:middle line:84% And I look forward to continuing to work on their behalf 02:24:08.930 --> 02:24:12.800 align:middle line:84% during the new legislative session. 02:24:12.800 --> 02:24:15.140 align:middle line:84% Our paths to the State House are different. 02:24:15.140 --> 02:24:18.470 align:middle line:84% But each shares a common thread of being made possible 02:24:18.470 --> 02:24:21.980 align:middle line:84% by family and friends, those important individuals who 02:24:21.980 --> 02:24:24.560 align:middle line:84% worked tirelessly during the election. 02:24:24.560 --> 02:24:26.030 align:middle line:90% Make no mistake about it. 02:24:26.030 --> 02:24:29.030 align:middle line:84% They sacrificed so that you and I may serve 02:24:29.030 --> 02:24:31.370 align:middle line:90% the citizens of Massachusetts. 02:24:31.370 --> 02:24:34.190 align:middle line:84% Their unwavering commitment and support 02:24:34.190 --> 02:24:36.890 align:middle line:84% demonstrated during the campaign, the late night 02:24:36.890 --> 02:24:40.700 align:middle line:84% meetings, the standouts in all kinds of weather, the weekend 02:24:40.700 --> 02:24:43.850 align:middle line:84% events, and the occasional public criticism 02:24:43.850 --> 02:24:46.570 align:middle line:84% is truly commendable and inspiring. 02:24:46.570 --> 02:24:50.540 align:middle line:84% Our families keep us centered and serve as a daily reminder 02:24:50.540 --> 02:24:54.080 align:middle line:84% why we must give 100% of ourselves to our constituents. 02:24:54.080 --> 02:24:56.900 align:middle line:84% And that we must do so in honor and integrity, 02:24:56.900 --> 02:24:59.750 align:middle line:84% even in the face of seemingly endless letters, 02:24:59.750 --> 02:25:04.160 align:middle line:84% calls, emails, posts, texts, and tweets, not 02:25:04.160 --> 02:25:05.990 align:middle line:90% all of which are positive. 02:25:05.990 --> 02:25:08.110 align:middle line:84% Please join me in applauding them once again 02:25:08.110 --> 02:25:10.776 align:middle line:84% and giving them the recognition and thanks they deserve. 02:25:10.776 --> 02:25:14.087 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:25:14.087 --> 02:25:19.700 align:middle line:90% 02:25:19.700 --> 02:25:22.720 align:middle line:84% Now I'm very confident that joining you here today 02:25:22.720 --> 02:25:26.350 align:middle line:84% is at least that one very special person in your life who 02:25:26.350 --> 02:25:30.280 align:middle line:84% keeps you going even on the toughest of days. 02:25:30.280 --> 02:25:33.170 align:middle line:84% Joining me today is my wife Linda, 02:25:33.170 --> 02:25:35.923 align:middle line:84% who has been with me in this chamber for the past 19 years. 02:25:35.923 --> 02:25:36.889 align:middle line:90% Please stand up, Linda. 02:25:36.889 --> 02:25:40.753 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:25:40.753 --> 02:25:50.310 align:middle line:90% 02:25:50.310 --> 02:25:51.890 align:middle line:84% Now at the end of the day, no matter 02:25:51.890 --> 02:25:55.190 align:middle line:84% how long or how difficult, I'm always welcomed home 02:25:55.190 --> 02:25:58.490 align:middle line:84% by my daughter Alexis and son Nicholas, both of whom 02:25:58.490 --> 02:26:01.250 align:middle line:90% are back at school today. 02:26:01.250 --> 02:26:03.020 align:middle line:84% While I wish they were here with me today, 02:26:03.020 --> 02:26:04.820 align:middle line:84% I'm strengthened each and every day 02:26:04.820 --> 02:26:07.340 align:middle line:84% knowing I am the constant beneficiary 02:26:07.340 --> 02:26:09.380 align:middle line:84% of the unconditional love that children 02:26:09.380 --> 02:26:11.750 align:middle line:90% have for their parents. 02:26:11.750 --> 02:26:13.820 align:middle line:84% They welcome me home every night and lift me up 02:26:13.820 --> 02:26:15.980 align:middle line:90% in so many countless ways. 02:26:15.980 --> 02:26:19.460 align:middle line:84% We must always remember to make time and take time 02:26:19.460 --> 02:26:21.362 align:middle line:90% for our families. 02:26:21.362 --> 02:26:23.306 align:middle line:84% Thank you to my Republican colleagues-- 02:26:23.306 --> 02:26:26.708 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:26:26.708 --> 02:26:31.388 align:middle line:90% 02:26:31.388 --> 02:26:32.930 align:middle line:84% Thank you to my Republican colleagues 02:26:32.930 --> 02:26:35.530 align:middle line:84% for electing me to continue to serve as minority leader. 02:26:35.530 --> 02:26:38.150 align:middle line:84% I'm excited to welcome the three newest members 02:26:38.150 --> 02:26:40.423 align:middle line:90% of our Republican caucus. 02:26:40.423 --> 02:26:41.840 align:middle line:84% The gentle lady from Abington, who 02:26:41.840 --> 02:26:44.630 align:middle line:84% has the honor of holding the seat her father once held. 02:26:44.630 --> 02:26:48.530 align:middle line:84% And she now has the privilege of sitting in seat 28, which he 02:26:48.530 --> 02:26:51.350 align:middle line:90% occupied during his time here. 02:26:51.350 --> 02:26:53.810 align:middle line:84% I had the honor of serving with your father 02:26:53.810 --> 02:26:55.370 align:middle line:90% when I was first elected. 02:26:55.370 --> 02:26:59.738 align:middle line:84% And I hope you are as receptive to my advice as I was to his. 02:26:59.738 --> 02:27:01.490 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 02:27:01.490 --> 02:27:02.810 align:middle line:90% You can take that either way. 02:27:02.810 --> 02:27:05.260 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 02:27:05.260 --> 02:27:06.880 align:middle line:84% The gentleman from Bellingham, we 02:27:06.880 --> 02:27:09.460 align:middle line:84% welcome you and your professional experience 02:27:09.460 --> 02:27:11.950 align:middle line:84% from the private sector as well as your experiences 02:27:11.950 --> 02:27:13.810 align:middle line:90% as a municipal official. 02:27:13.810 --> 02:27:16.270 align:middle line:84% Like you, a great many of us had the opportunity 02:27:16.270 --> 02:27:18.580 align:middle line:84% to serve the public locally and know 02:27:18.580 --> 02:27:21.370 align:middle line:84% full well the things we do and don't do 02:27:21.370 --> 02:27:24.430 align:middle line:84% can have real consequences at the municipal level 02:27:24.430 --> 02:27:26.950 align:middle line:84% where people frankly rely for so much of what 02:27:26.950 --> 02:27:29.080 align:middle line:84% they view as their most important services 02:27:29.080 --> 02:27:31.000 align:middle line:90% on a daily basis. 02:27:31.000 --> 02:27:34.380 align:middle line:84% The gentleman from Lakeville, affectionately known as Norm-- 02:27:34.380 --> 02:27:34.880 align:middle line:90% Norm. 02:27:34.880 --> 02:27:37.840 align:middle line:90% 02:27:37.840 --> 02:27:40.120 align:middle line:84% --who returning members may know best, 02:27:40.120 --> 02:27:44.200 align:middle line:84% but who has, perhaps, the biggest shoes to fill. 02:27:44.200 --> 02:27:47.410 align:middle line:84% He takes over for his wife [INAUDIBLE],, who, in her time 02:27:47.410 --> 02:27:50.020 align:middle line:84% here, developed an almost legendary reputation 02:27:50.020 --> 02:27:55.150 align:middle line:84% for tenacity in pursuing an issue or concern. 02:27:55.150 --> 02:27:56.740 align:middle line:84% We welcome the engineering perspective 02:27:56.740 --> 02:27:58.390 align:middle line:84% you bring to the legislature, as well 02:27:58.390 --> 02:27:59.950 align:middle line:90% as your municipal experience. 02:27:59.950 --> 02:28:01.450 align:middle line:84% And know that if you're even half as 02:28:01.450 --> 02:28:05.890 align:middle line:84% tenacious as your predecessor, you will do very well. 02:28:05.890 --> 02:28:07.640 align:middle line:84% We are delighted to have the three of them 02:28:07.640 --> 02:28:10.400 align:middle line:84% as part of our Republican caucus family. 02:28:10.400 --> 02:28:14.330 align:middle line:84% And to them and our freshmen members on the Democrat side, 02:28:14.330 --> 02:28:18.170 align:middle line:84% congratulations on becoming a member of a truly remarkable 02:28:18.170 --> 02:28:19.790 align:middle line:90% institution. 02:28:19.790 --> 02:28:23.120 align:middle line:84% The next two years will be rewarding, challenging, 02:28:23.120 --> 02:28:26.870 align:middle line:84% and you need only be true to yourself and your constituents. 02:28:26.870 --> 02:28:29.270 align:middle line:84% To my veteran colleagues, I welcome you back 02:28:29.270 --> 02:28:32.000 align:middle line:84% and look forward to the coming session together. 02:28:32.000 --> 02:28:35.060 align:middle line:84% Mr. Speaker, congratulations on your re-election as leader 02:28:35.060 --> 02:28:36.980 align:middle line:90% of this historic institution. 02:28:36.980 --> 02:28:40.970 align:middle line:84% I look forward to working with you, arguing with you, 02:28:40.970 --> 02:28:44.150 align:middle line:84% and hopefully arguing to resolution sometimes. 02:28:44.150 --> 02:28:46.460 align:middle line:84% Your Democratic colleagues have voiced support for you 02:28:46.460 --> 02:28:49.100 align:middle line:90% to lead this governing body. 02:28:49.100 --> 02:28:50.960 align:middle line:84% And as happens each and every session, 02:28:50.960 --> 02:28:53.510 align:middle line:84% issues which barely draw our notice today 02:28:53.510 --> 02:28:57.020 align:middle line:84% will command our focus at some point in the next two years. 02:28:57.020 --> 02:28:58.880 align:middle line:84% As we assemble here today, our priorities 02:28:58.880 --> 02:29:02.930 align:middle line:84% must continue to be a stronger economy for all, 02:29:02.930 --> 02:29:05.270 align:middle line:84% fiscal responsibility, and continuing 02:29:05.270 --> 02:29:07.310 align:middle line:84% to transform the way we operate as a government 02:29:07.310 --> 02:29:10.750 align:middle line:84% and provide services to our citizens. 02:29:10.750 --> 02:29:13.570 align:middle line:84% And while our economy is certainly stronger than it was 02:29:13.570 --> 02:29:17.260 align:middle line:84% just a few short years ago, we cannot be satisfied. 02:29:17.260 --> 02:29:20.500 align:middle line:84% We must continue our efforts to ensure economic opportunity 02:29:20.500 --> 02:29:23.020 align:middle line:84% and the chance for success reach all corners 02:29:23.020 --> 02:29:25.230 align:middle line:90% of our Commonwealth. 02:29:25.230 --> 02:29:27.960 align:middle line:84% Our stronger economy and the careful fiscal stewardship 02:29:27.960 --> 02:29:29.940 align:middle line:84% of the corner office, in partnership 02:29:29.940 --> 02:29:31.500 align:middle line:84% with the legislature, has allowed 02:29:31.500 --> 02:29:34.170 align:middle line:84% us to start to replenish our rainy day fund, 02:29:34.170 --> 02:29:36.235 align:middle line:84% virtually eliminate our structural deficit, 02:29:36.235 --> 02:29:37.860 align:middle line:84% and make meaningful, targeted increased 02:29:37.860 --> 02:29:40.530 align:middle line:84% investments in essential areas, perhaps 02:29:40.530 --> 02:29:42.870 align:middle line:84% none so more important as combating 02:29:42.870 --> 02:29:45.150 align:middle line:90% the scourge of addiction. 02:29:45.150 --> 02:29:48.120 align:middle line:84% As always, our Commonwealth's ongoing challenges 02:29:48.120 --> 02:29:50.610 align:middle line:84% require each of us to be creative and innovative 02:29:50.610 --> 02:29:53.040 align:middle line:90% over the next two years. 02:29:53.040 --> 02:29:56.550 align:middle line:84% We face ongoing concerns about our state's fiscal situation, 02:29:56.550 --> 02:29:58.470 align:middle line:84% always assessing the current budget 02:29:58.470 --> 02:30:00.750 align:middle line:90% and contemplating the next one. 02:30:00.750 --> 02:30:02.280 align:middle line:84% Our never-ending wishes to do more 02:30:02.280 --> 02:30:04.680 align:middle line:84% across a wide variety of fronts must always 02:30:04.680 --> 02:30:06.480 align:middle line:84% be tempered by the ability of the taxpayers 02:30:06.480 --> 02:30:08.970 align:middle line:84% to avoid those wishes and our obligation 02:30:08.970 --> 02:30:12.330 align:middle line:84% to prepare for the future by building our reserves even 02:30:12.330 --> 02:30:13.860 align:middle line:90% further. 02:30:13.860 --> 02:30:15.900 align:middle line:84% Opportunities for the future are created 02:30:15.900 --> 02:30:18.170 align:middle line:90% by adversities of the day. 02:30:18.170 --> 02:30:19.670 align:middle line:84% Working with Governor Baker, we have 02:30:19.670 --> 02:30:22.670 align:middle line:84% made important reforms the past four years, 02:30:22.670 --> 02:30:25.250 align:middle line:90% but more remains to be done. 02:30:25.250 --> 02:30:27.620 align:middle line:84% We are the stewards of the taxpayers' money. 02:30:27.620 --> 02:30:31.270 align:middle line:84% And as such, we should always be searching for creative ways 02:30:31.270 --> 02:30:34.100 align:middle line:84% to give the taxpayer an efficient and strong return 02:30:34.100 --> 02:30:35.750 align:middle line:90% on their investment. 02:30:35.750 --> 02:30:37.220 align:middle line:84% And the very nature of our economy 02:30:37.220 --> 02:30:39.590 align:middle line:84% means the way we delivered services and thought 02:30:39.590 --> 02:30:43.040 align:middle line:84% about things yesterday may not be the best or most cost 02:30:43.040 --> 02:30:47.180 align:middle line:84% effective way of doing so today, and certainly not tomorrow. 02:30:47.180 --> 02:30:51.630 align:middle line:84% Mr. Speaker, we had some notable successes the past two years, 02:30:51.630 --> 02:30:54.470 align:middle line:84% but we also came up short in some key areas. 02:30:54.470 --> 02:30:55.970 align:middle line:84% And we should all agree the time has 02:30:55.970 --> 02:30:57.980 align:middle line:84% come to work to implement the recommendations 02:30:57.980 --> 02:31:00.200 align:middle line:84% of the Foundation Budget Review Commission 02:31:00.200 --> 02:31:04.190 align:middle line:84% in a sustainable, meaningful, and responsible way. 02:31:04.190 --> 02:31:07.130 align:middle line:84% And while we can all agree on the destination, the path 02:31:07.130 --> 02:31:11.208 align:middle line:84% we choose to get there will be the challenge for the members. 02:31:11.208 --> 02:31:13.250 align:middle line:84% We also fell short in health care reform and cost 02:31:13.250 --> 02:31:14.690 align:middle line:90% containment efforts. 02:31:14.690 --> 02:31:17.510 align:middle line:84% These two difficult and contentious issues 02:31:17.510 --> 02:31:19.610 align:middle line:84% should be at the top of the agenda for action 02:31:19.610 --> 02:31:22.280 align:middle line:90% this legislative session. 02:31:22.280 --> 02:31:24.230 align:middle line:84% In both of the last two legislative sessions, 02:31:24.230 --> 02:31:26.270 align:middle line:84% we've taken measurable and meaningful steps 02:31:26.270 --> 02:31:29.570 align:middle line:84% to address an opioid crisis that does not discriminate 02:31:29.570 --> 02:31:31.220 align:middle line:90% in our Commonwealth. 02:31:31.220 --> 02:31:33.690 align:middle line:84% We've taken nation-leading efforts, 02:31:33.690 --> 02:31:35.703 align:middle line:84% but we know more needs to be done. 02:31:35.703 --> 02:31:37.120 align:middle line:84% We've passed important legislation 02:31:37.120 --> 02:31:39.620 align:middle line:84% the past two sessions to promote clean energy 02:31:39.620 --> 02:31:41.280 align:middle line:90% and combat climate change. 02:31:41.280 --> 02:31:44.190 align:middle line:84% And there can be little doubt that more remains to be done 02:31:44.190 --> 02:31:46.220 align:middle line:84% and that we once again need to be looking 02:31:46.220 --> 02:31:48.260 align:middle line:84% at advancing our efforts in the Commonwealth 02:31:48.260 --> 02:31:52.910 align:middle line:84% to remain at the forefront of this critical issue. 02:31:52.910 --> 02:31:56.300 align:middle line:84% Now our democracy is confrontational by design. 02:31:56.300 --> 02:31:59.300 align:middle line:84% And it is all but certain that when considering legislation 02:31:59.300 --> 02:32:03.680 align:middle line:84% and crafting laws, diverse, strong-willed people of talent, 02:32:03.680 --> 02:32:05.660 align:middle line:84% experience, and divergent beliefs 02:32:05.660 --> 02:32:10.070 align:middle line:84% will have differences, some of which will be irreconcilable. 02:32:10.070 --> 02:32:14.370 align:middle line:84% We should always work towards achieving common ground, 02:32:14.370 --> 02:32:18.000 align:middle line:84% even when that effort takes valuable time. 02:32:18.000 --> 02:32:20.190 align:middle line:84% It is no secret that the House has differences 02:32:20.190 --> 02:32:24.090 align:middle line:84% with the Senate and vise versa, and so too with the corner 02:32:24.090 --> 02:32:25.110 align:middle line:90% office. 02:32:25.110 --> 02:32:27.570 align:middle line:84% But at the end of the day, when we can reach agreement 02:32:27.570 --> 02:32:29.700 align:middle line:84% without sacrificing our principles, 02:32:29.700 --> 02:32:33.810 align:middle line:84% we must do so in the best interests of the Commonwealth. 02:32:33.810 --> 02:32:35.730 align:middle line:84% When we cannot reach that agreement, 02:32:35.730 --> 02:32:38.730 align:middle line:84% we in the Republican caucus will debate those differences. 02:32:38.730 --> 02:32:40.650 align:middle line:84% Not simply in the vain hope that we 02:32:40.650 --> 02:32:45.270 align:middle line:84% may carry the day, but rather, and perhaps more importantly, 02:32:45.270 --> 02:32:47.970 align:middle line:84% because it is what our democracy demands 02:32:47.970 --> 02:32:51.660 align:middle line:84% and what our oath requires of each of us. 02:32:51.660 --> 02:32:54.660 align:middle line:84% We remain a proud state at the very forefront 02:32:54.660 --> 02:32:56.855 align:middle line:84% since the founding of our republic. 02:32:56.855 --> 02:32:58.230 align:middle line:84% Our great Commonwealth is steeped 02:32:58.230 --> 02:33:00.300 align:middle line:90% in history and tradition. 02:33:00.300 --> 02:33:02.460 align:middle line:84% The stories of the people of Massachusetts 02:33:02.460 --> 02:33:06.000 align:middle line:90% remain the stories of America. 02:33:06.000 --> 02:33:08.520 align:middle line:84% We can and must accomplish great things collectively 02:33:08.520 --> 02:33:10.240 align:middle line:90% during the next two years. 02:33:10.240 --> 02:33:12.592 align:middle line:84% I know the Republican caucus is ready to go to work. 02:33:12.592 --> 02:33:14.550 align:middle line:84% And we look forward to working with the members 02:33:14.550 --> 02:33:17.185 align:middle line:84% of the majority, our colleagues in the Senate, 02:33:17.185 --> 02:33:19.060 align:middle line:84% Governor Baker and Lieutenant Governor Polito 02:33:19.060 --> 02:33:21.600 align:middle line:84% to continue to move Massachusetts forward. 02:33:21.600 --> 02:33:23.190 align:middle line:84% May God bless you, and may God bless 02:33:23.190 --> 02:33:25.590 align:middle line:84% the residents of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. 02:33:25.590 --> 02:33:26.090 align:middle line:90% Thank you. 02:33:26.090 --> 02:33:30.010 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:33:30.010 --> 02:33:44.710 align:middle line:90% 02:33:44.710 --> 02:33:48.220 align:middle line:84% Mr. Hill of Ipswich moves that the remarks of the minority 02:33:48.220 --> 02:33:51.760 align:middle line:84% leader Mr. Jones be spread on the records 02:33:51.760 --> 02:33:53.020 align:middle line:90% of today's proceedings. 02:33:53.020 --> 02:33:55.004 align:middle line:90% The Chair hear objection? 02:33:55.004 --> 02:33:56.492 align:middle line:90% Chair hears none. 02:33:56.492 --> 02:34:00.470 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 02:34:00.470 --> 02:34:03.996 align:middle line:84% House will now proceed with the election of a clerk. 02:34:03.996 --> 02:34:08.433 align:middle line:84% The Chair recognizes Ms. Ehrlich of Marblehead. 02:34:08.433 --> 02:34:09.912 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 02:34:09.912 --> 02:34:15.340 align:middle line:84% Mr. Speaker, I am honored to make a motion today 02:34:15.340 --> 02:34:19.440 align:middle line:84% for a gentleman who is a constituent, a friend, 02:34:19.440 --> 02:34:22.220 align:middle line:90% and a humble public servant. 02:34:22.220 --> 02:34:26.220 align:middle line:84% Many of you know him as Steve James, our clerk. 02:34:26.220 --> 02:34:31.940 align:middle line:84% Steve, you may not be aware, began serving this body in 1964 02:34:31.940 --> 02:34:35.720 align:middle line:90% and has been clerk since 1999. 02:34:35.720 --> 02:34:37.820 align:middle line:84% We are grateful for your service and your service 02:34:37.820 --> 02:34:40.370 align:middle line:90% to our nation in the US Navy-- 02:34:40.370 --> 02:34:43.140 align:middle line:84% as well on a submarine, I might add. 02:34:43.140 --> 02:34:46.850 align:middle line:84% So without further ado, Mr. Speaker, 02:34:46.850 --> 02:34:51.110 align:middle line:84% I move that the House proceed to the election of a clerk, 02:34:51.110 --> 02:34:54.100 align:middle line:84% that the election be by acclamation, 02:34:54.100 --> 02:34:58.336 align:middle line:84% and that Steven T. James of Swampscott 02:34:58.336 --> 02:35:03.096 align:middle line:84% be so elected Clerk of the House. 02:35:03.096 --> 02:35:05.490 align:middle line:90% Mr. DeLeo of Winthrop-- 02:35:05.490 --> 02:35:12.310 align:middle line:84% Mr. DeLeo of Winthrop second the nomination of Steven T. James. 02:35:12.310 --> 02:35:13.730 align:middle line:90% Chair recognizes. 02:35:13.730 --> 02:35:15.170 align:middle line:90% Chair-- I'm sorry. 02:35:15.170 --> 02:35:18.460 align:middle line:84% Chair recognizes the Speaker of the House-- 02:35:18.460 --> 02:35:18.960 align:middle line:90% Speaker-- 02:35:18.960 --> 02:35:20.280 align:middle line:90% --for that purpose. 02:35:20.280 --> 02:35:24.290 align:middle line:84% Second the nomination of Mr. James of Swampscott. 02:35:24.290 --> 02:35:28.320 align:middle line:84% More importantly than his present residence, 02:35:28.320 --> 02:35:30.850 align:middle line:84% I'm proud to say that he was born in Winthrop. 02:35:30.850 --> 02:35:32.610 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 02:35:32.610 --> 02:35:35.312 align:middle line:84% --and later moved to the city of Revere. 02:35:35.312 --> 02:35:37.792 align:middle line:90% What could be better than that? 02:35:37.792 --> 02:35:41.264 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:35:41.264 --> 02:35:43.744 align:middle line:90% 02:35:43.744 --> 02:35:46.720 align:middle line:84% [INAUDIBLE] second the nomination 02:35:46.720 --> 02:35:49.200 align:middle line:90% of Clerk Steven James. 02:35:49.200 --> 02:35:51.690 align:middle line:90% -- Mr. Jones. 02:35:51.690 --> 02:35:54.842 align:middle line:84% Chair recognizes Mr. Jones of North Reading. 02:35:54.842 --> 02:35:55.800 align:middle line:90% Thank you, Mr. Speaker. 02:35:55.800 --> 02:35:58.980 align:middle line:84% I second the nomination of Steven T. James of Swampscott, 02:35:58.980 --> 02:36:01.245 align:middle line:84% and even more importantly than that, 02:36:01.245 --> 02:36:02.730 align:middle line:90% formerly of North Reading. 02:36:02.730 --> 02:36:06.200 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 02:36:06.200 --> 02:36:09.565 align:middle line:84% I think you've hit almost all 351 [INAUDIBLE] 02:36:09.565 --> 02:36:13.840 align:middle line:84% for the Office of Clerk of the House. 02:36:13.840 --> 02:36:15.750 align:middle line:90% Question comes on the motion. 02:36:15.750 --> 02:36:17.010 align:middle line:90% Question comes on the motion. 02:36:17.010 --> 02:36:18.420 align:middle line:90% All those in favor, say aye. 02:36:18.420 --> 02:36:19.260 align:middle line:90% Aye. 02:36:19.260 --> 02:36:20.260 align:middle line:90% Opposed, no. 02:36:20.260 --> 02:36:21.460 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 02:36:21.460 --> 02:36:22.440 align:middle line:90% The motion is carried. 02:36:22.440 --> 02:36:25.416 align:middle line:84% Congratulations to our clerk, Steven James. 02:36:25.416 --> 02:36:28.888 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:36:28.888 --> 02:36:37.816 align:middle line:90% 02:36:37.816 --> 02:36:41.790 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 02:36:41.790 --> 02:36:46.430 align:middle line:84% Mr. James, if you could please raise your right hand. 02:36:46.430 --> 02:36:49.010 align:middle line:84% Whereas you, Steven T. James, are 02:36:49.010 --> 02:36:51.980 align:middle line:84% chosen Clerk of the House of Representatives of the General 02:36:51.980 --> 02:36:55.940 align:middle line:84% Court of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, 02:36:55.940 --> 02:37:00.530 align:middle line:84% do you swear that you will truly enter all votes in orders 02:37:00.530 --> 02:37:03.950 align:middle line:84% thereof and that in all things relating to your office, 02:37:03.950 --> 02:37:07.430 align:middle line:84% you will act faithfully and impartially 02:37:07.430 --> 02:37:11.840 align:middle line:84% according to your skill and judgment, so help you God? 02:37:11.840 --> 02:37:13.244 align:middle line:90% So help me God, I do. 02:37:13.244 --> 02:37:13.911 align:middle line:90% Congratulations. 02:37:13.911 --> 02:37:18.790 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:37:18.790 --> 02:37:20.972 align:middle line:84% Now for some brief remarks, please 02:37:20.972 --> 02:37:23.200 align:middle line:90% welcome Clerk Steven James. 02:37:23.200 --> 02:37:26.665 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:37:26.665 --> 02:37:31.140 align:middle line:90% 02:37:31.140 --> 02:37:34.080 align:middle line:84% Thank you very much, Mr. Speaker, Reverend Clergy, 02:37:34.080 --> 02:37:36.560 align:middle line:90% Speaker DeLeo, former speakers. 02:37:36.560 --> 02:37:39.200 align:middle line:84% We're so honored to have you here. 02:37:39.200 --> 02:37:41.880 align:middle line:84% And Mayor Walsh was here, and the former United States 02:37:41.880 --> 02:37:43.590 align:middle line:84% senators, which was a great honor. 02:37:43.590 --> 02:37:47.430 align:middle line:84% Distinguished guests, Dean of the House Scaccia, 02:37:47.430 --> 02:37:50.400 align:middle line:84% honorable members, and I see some honorable former members 02:37:50.400 --> 02:37:51.820 align:middle line:90% of the House here. 02:37:51.820 --> 02:37:53.540 align:middle line:90% Thank you for being here. 02:37:53.540 --> 02:37:57.330 align:middle line:84% And the staff of the house, and my dear Michelle. 02:37:57.330 --> 02:37:59.310 align:middle line:84% Thank you very much for the honor 02:37:59.310 --> 02:38:03.660 align:middle line:84% that you have bestowed upon me by reelecting me as your clerk. 02:38:03.660 --> 02:38:06.030 align:middle line:84% And special thanks to Representatives Erlich 02:38:06.030 --> 02:38:09.810 align:middle line:84% of Marblehead, Speaker DeLeo, and Leader Jones here 02:38:09.810 --> 02:38:12.000 align:middle line:84% in the chamber and in the caucus. 02:38:12.000 --> 02:38:14.430 align:middle line:84% And in the Republican caucus, to Representatives Barrows 02:38:14.430 --> 02:38:17.100 align:middle line:84% and Ferguson for nominating me and for seconding 02:38:17.100 --> 02:38:18.730 align:middle line:90% my nomination. 02:38:18.730 --> 02:38:21.780 align:middle line:84% My role as clerk, although often challenging, 02:38:21.780 --> 02:38:24.480 align:middle line:84% is an honor that I will always cherish. 02:38:24.480 --> 02:38:26.880 align:middle line:84% The successes of my office are possible 02:38:26.880 --> 02:38:28.860 align:middle line:84% only because of the assistance we 02:38:28.860 --> 02:38:32.760 align:middle line:84% are given by all of the very hardworking and dedicated staff 02:38:32.760 --> 02:38:34.560 align:middle line:84% members of the House of Representatives 02:38:34.560 --> 02:38:35.940 align:middle line:90% and the joint staff. 02:38:35.940 --> 02:38:40.150 align:middle line:84% I am, by virtue of tradition and the grace of the Speaker, 02:38:40.150 --> 02:38:42.150 align:middle line:84% the only staff person who is privileged to have 02:38:42.150 --> 02:38:45.900 align:middle line:84% the opportunity to make remarks from this esteemed rostrum. 02:38:45.900 --> 02:38:48.150 align:middle line:84% My remarks will be brief, but I am 02:38:48.150 --> 02:38:50.660 align:middle line:84% compelled to take advantage of this opportunity 02:38:50.660 --> 02:38:53.160 align:middle line:84% to mention some of the offices and staff that have made such 02:38:53.160 --> 02:38:55.650 align:middle line:84% an incredible commitment to this legislature 02:38:55.650 --> 02:38:58.110 align:middle line:90% over the past several years. 02:38:58.110 --> 02:38:59.520 align:middle line:90% The House Counsel. 02:38:59.520 --> 02:39:01.770 align:middle line:84% The Senate Clerk's Office, and special congratulations 02:39:01.770 --> 02:39:05.370 align:middle line:84% to Mike Hurley on being elected the new Senate Clerk. 02:39:05.370 --> 02:39:08.090 align:middle line:90% The Engrossing Division. 02:39:08.090 --> 02:39:09.990 align:middle line:84% The staff of the Republican Leader's Office. 02:39:09.990 --> 02:39:12.500 align:middle line:90% The Speaker's excellent staff. 02:39:12.500 --> 02:39:13.800 align:middle line:90% The House webcasting crew. 02:39:13.800 --> 02:39:14.820 align:middle line:90% The legislative aides. 02:39:14.820 --> 02:39:17.400 align:middle line:84% The various committee staffs, especially 02:39:17.400 --> 02:39:18.657 align:middle line:90% House Ways and Means. 02:39:18.657 --> 02:39:20.490 align:middle line:84% The Committee on Bills in the Third Reading. 02:39:20.490 --> 02:39:22.140 align:middle line:84% The staffs of the Rules Committee and Steering 02:39:22.140 --> 02:39:24.480 align:middle line:84% Policy and Scheduling Committees that the clerk's office 02:39:24.480 --> 02:39:26.040 align:middle line:90% works very closely with. 02:39:26.040 --> 02:39:28.200 align:middle line:84% And of course, the court officers and the pages 02:39:28.200 --> 02:39:30.540 align:middle line:84% that made our jobs in the clerk's office 02:39:30.540 --> 02:39:35.670 align:middle line:84% and here in the chamber much more manageable and navigable. 02:39:35.670 --> 02:39:38.460 align:middle line:84% And please allow me to take a moment more of your time 02:39:38.460 --> 02:39:40.740 align:middle line:84% to talk about the accomplishments 02:39:40.740 --> 02:39:43.470 align:middle line:84% of our Legislative Information Systems Division. 02:39:43.470 --> 02:39:45.450 align:middle line:84% Under the direction of Paul Pak, they 02:39:45.450 --> 02:39:47.190 align:middle line:84% have made major strides towards the goals 02:39:47.190 --> 02:39:50.880 align:middle line:84% of providing the best computer services for all of us. 02:39:50.880 --> 02:39:53.010 align:middle line:84% We may take great pride in the knowledge 02:39:53.010 --> 02:39:55.770 align:middle line:84% that the Massachusetts legislative website was 02:39:55.770 --> 02:39:58.800 align:middle line:84% once again selected by the National Conference of State 02:39:58.800 --> 02:40:01.560 align:middle line:84% Legislatures as the best legislative website 02:40:01.560 --> 02:40:02.730 align:middle line:90% in the nation. 02:40:02.730 --> 02:40:05.250 align:middle line:84% Finally, my sincere gratitude is extended 02:40:05.250 --> 02:40:07.530 align:middle line:84% to my own capable and hardworking and professional 02:40:07.530 --> 02:40:09.450 align:middle line:90% staff in the office. 02:40:09.450 --> 02:40:11.500 align:middle line:84% Steven [INAUDIBLE],, Maria [INAUDIBLE],, 02:40:11.500 --> 02:40:14.625 align:middle line:84% Alison Morris, Mary Gibson, Amanda [INAUDIBLE],, 02:40:14.625 --> 02:40:15.630 align:middle line:90% and Maureen Harris. 02:40:15.630 --> 02:40:18.570 align:middle line:84% And here in the chamber at the clerk's desk, 02:40:18.570 --> 02:40:21.060 align:middle line:84% first assistant clerk Tim Carroll, second assistant clerk 02:40:21.060 --> 02:40:24.520 align:middle line:84% Betsy Thompson, and of course, Bill Tierney. 02:40:24.520 --> 02:40:26.580 align:middle line:84% And lastly, I'd like to thank Speaker DeLeo 02:40:26.580 --> 02:40:29.040 align:middle line:84% for your many courtesies and the confidence you 02:40:29.040 --> 02:40:31.350 align:middle line:90% have in me and my staff. 02:40:31.350 --> 02:40:34.120 align:middle line:84% But as a speaker said, enough of listening to me. 02:40:34.120 --> 02:40:37.412 align:middle line:84% This is your day, and you and your campaign staffs 02:40:37.412 --> 02:40:39.120 align:middle line:84% and your friends and families worked very 02:40:39.120 --> 02:40:41.100 align:middle line:90% hard to make this day happen. 02:40:41.100 --> 02:40:41.730 align:middle line:90% Enjoy it. 02:40:41.730 --> 02:40:42.930 align:middle line:90% Savor the moment. 02:40:42.930 --> 02:40:45.090 align:middle line:84% Thank you again for the honor you have given me. 02:40:45.090 --> 02:40:46.240 align:middle line:90% And happy new year. 02:40:46.240 --> 02:40:48.630 align:middle line:84% Congratulations and best of luck in 191st 02:40:48.630 --> 02:40:50.755 align:middle line:84% General Court of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. 02:40:50.755 --> 02:40:54.248 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:40:54.248 --> 02:41:04.727 align:middle line:90% 02:41:04.727 --> 02:41:08.719 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 02:41:08.719 --> 02:41:17.202 align:middle line:90% 02:41:17.202 --> 02:41:19.198 align:middle line:84% Communication from the clerk of the House. 02:41:19.198 --> 02:41:24.915 align:middle line:90% 02:41:24.915 --> 02:41:27.290 align:middle line:84% Commonwealth of Massachusetts, House of Representative's, 02:41:27.290 --> 02:41:30.320 align:middle line:84% Office of the Clerk, the Honorable Robert A. DeLeo, 02:41:30.320 --> 02:41:32.210 align:middle line:84% Speaker of the House, State House Boston. 02:41:32.210 --> 02:41:34.010 align:middle line:84% Dear Mr. Speaker, I have the honor 02:41:34.010 --> 02:41:35.480 align:middle line:84% to inform you that I have appointed 02:41:35.480 --> 02:41:38.990 align:middle line:84% Timothy Carroll of Winthrop as assistant clerk of the House 02:41:38.990 --> 02:41:41.210 align:middle line:84% and Elizabeth M. Thompson of Clinton 02:41:41.210 --> 02:41:43.236 align:middle line:84% as second assistant clerk of the House. 02:41:43.236 --> 02:41:46.708 align:middle line:90% [MUTED] 02:41:46.708 --> 02:41:51.172 align:middle line:84% Communication shall be placed on file. 02:41:51.172 --> 02:41:52.164 align:middle line:90% Now I can do that? 02:41:52.164 --> 02:41:55.160 align:middle line:90% Yes. 02:41:55.160 --> 02:41:58.010 align:middle line:84% Under the authority conferred by Rule 7, 02:41:58.010 --> 02:41:59.900 align:middle line:84% I have the honor to appoint Father Rick 02:41:59.900 --> 02:42:05.330 align:middle line:84% Walsh of the Paulist Center of Boston 02:42:05.330 --> 02:42:10.370 align:middle line:84% as the chaplain for the House for the years 2019 and 2020 02:42:10.370 --> 02:42:10.940 align:middle line:90% session. 02:42:10.940 --> 02:42:12.912 align:middle line:90% He will now lead us in prayer. 02:42:12.912 --> 02:42:14.391 align:middle line:90% Father Walsh? 02:42:14.391 --> 02:42:17.842 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:42:17.842 --> 02:42:23.280 align:middle line:90% 02:42:23.280 --> 02:42:25.680 align:middle line:84% We've been standing a lot, but stand again. 02:42:25.680 --> 02:42:26.430 align:middle line:90% Let us pray. 02:42:26.430 --> 02:42:29.640 align:middle line:90% 02:42:29.640 --> 02:42:33.390 align:middle line:84% Loving God, it is from your generous spirit 02:42:33.390 --> 02:42:37.080 align:middle line:84% that the many gifts of our Commonwealth flow. 02:42:37.080 --> 02:42:40.770 align:middle line:84% We are thankful for the blessings we enjoy. 02:42:40.770 --> 02:42:42.480 align:middle line:84% We thank you for the women and men 02:42:42.480 --> 02:42:46.350 align:middle line:84% who are willing to serve the citizens of our small but great 02:42:46.350 --> 02:42:48.960 align:middle line:90% Commonwealth of Massachusetts. 02:42:48.960 --> 02:42:52.350 align:middle line:84% Bless our newly elected legislators and those 02:42:52.350 --> 02:42:54.840 align:middle line:90% who returned to this chamber. 02:42:54.840 --> 02:42:58.080 align:middle line:84% Give them and their dedicated staff good health 02:42:58.080 --> 02:43:00.570 align:middle line:90% in mind and body. 02:43:00.570 --> 02:43:04.470 align:middle line:84% May this legislative body seek unity of purpose 02:43:04.470 --> 02:43:08.130 align:middle line:84% among each member, respecting differences 02:43:08.130 --> 02:43:12.470 align:middle line:84% while crafting meaningful and impactful legislation. 02:43:12.470 --> 02:43:17.000 align:middle line:84% Give our legislators the courage to persevere in negotiation 02:43:17.000 --> 02:43:21.810 align:middle line:84% in hearing thoughtful, informed voices that advocate ideas, 02:43:21.810 --> 02:43:26.310 align:middle line:84% opinions, and direction that may be different from their own. 02:43:26.310 --> 02:43:29.820 align:middle line:84% Give them the humility to listen, especially 02:43:29.820 --> 02:43:33.300 align:middle line:84% to the often hushed and powerless voices most 02:43:33.300 --> 02:43:36.950 align:middle line:90% in need of their capable skills. 02:43:36.950 --> 02:43:40.790 align:middle line:84% May your spirit of grace and mercy assist them 02:43:40.790 --> 02:43:44.480 align:middle line:84% and their staff during the many long hours of reading 02:43:44.480 --> 02:43:47.330 align:middle line:84% reports, listening to testimonials, 02:43:47.330 --> 02:43:49.520 align:middle line:90% and drafting documents. 02:43:49.520 --> 02:43:53.210 align:middle line:84% Help these lawmakers to face the many responsibilities 02:43:53.210 --> 02:43:58.010 align:middle line:84% and challenges that lie before them in dockets, calendars, 02:43:58.010 --> 02:44:00.440 align:middle line:90% and meeting deadlines. 02:44:00.440 --> 02:44:02.330 align:middle line:84% Bless the efforts of the House Clerk 02:44:02.330 --> 02:44:06.170 align:middle line:84% and his staff, entrusted with the important task of keeping 02:44:06.170 --> 02:44:08.780 align:middle line:90% accurate journals and records. 02:44:08.780 --> 02:44:12.200 align:middle line:84% Bless the work of the House Counsel and his staff 02:44:12.200 --> 02:44:15.020 align:middle line:84% as they carefully review the legislation that 02:44:15.020 --> 02:44:17.930 align:middle line:90% will be proposed this session. 02:44:17.930 --> 02:44:22.280 align:middle line:84% Bless our public safety officials, rangers, troopers, 02:44:22.280 --> 02:44:24.550 align:middle line:90% and court officers. 02:44:24.550 --> 02:44:27.800 align:middle line:84% May their eyes and ears be sharp while offering 02:44:27.800 --> 02:44:29.960 align:middle line:84% a spirit of hospitality to all who 02:44:29.960 --> 02:44:32.900 align:middle line:90% enter this historic building. 02:44:32.900 --> 02:44:36.470 align:middle line:84% We ask your blessing also upon the legislative agents 02:44:36.470 --> 02:44:41.390 align:middle line:84% who work on behalf of various organizations and institutions. 02:44:41.390 --> 02:44:43.340 align:middle line:84% May they also seek the well-being 02:44:43.340 --> 02:44:48.940 align:middle line:84% of those agencies that lack the resources at their disposal. 02:44:48.940 --> 02:44:52.180 align:middle line:84% Bless the State House news service and members 02:44:52.180 --> 02:44:53.380 align:middle line:90% of the media. 02:44:53.380 --> 02:44:56.950 align:middle line:84% As they report on this chamber's business, 02:44:56.950 --> 02:45:01.150 align:middle line:84% may they be kind as well as truthful in their reporting. 02:45:01.150 --> 02:45:02.530 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 02:45:02.530 --> 02:45:06.340 align:middle line:84% Bless those who will serve as student interns 02:45:06.340 --> 02:45:09.790 align:middle line:84% as they learn the art of lawmaking and political science 02:45:09.790 --> 02:45:11.410 align:middle line:90% firsthand. 02:45:11.410 --> 02:45:13.450 align:middle line:84% May the elected officials they serve 02:45:13.450 --> 02:45:17.560 align:middle line:84% inspire them to a career in public service. 02:45:17.560 --> 02:45:20.590 align:middle line:84% Bless all those who enter the State House, either as 02:45:20.590 --> 02:45:24.550 align:middle line:84% tourists, teachers, students, or concerned citizens. 02:45:24.550 --> 02:45:26.920 align:middle line:84% May your good and gracious spirit 02:45:26.920 --> 02:45:30.940 align:middle line:84% be with all of us here today and the many days that follow. 02:45:30.940 --> 02:45:34.460 align:middle line:84% May God continue to bless our Commonwealth. 02:45:34.460 --> 02:45:34.960 align:middle line:90% Amen. 02:45:34.960 --> 02:45:35.460 align:middle line:90% Amen. 02:45:35.460 --> 02:45:41.830 align:middle line:90% 02:45:41.830 --> 02:45:42.940 align:middle line:90% Thank you, Father. 02:45:42.940 --> 02:45:44.140 align:middle line:90% Please be seated. 02:45:44.140 --> 02:45:47.170 align:middle line:90% 02:45:47.170 --> 02:45:49.692 align:middle line:84% Believe it or not, we are coming to an end here. 02:45:49.692 --> 02:45:51.138 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 02:45:51.138 --> 02:45:55.960 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:45:55.960 --> 02:45:58.120 align:middle line:84% For those of you who wish to stay overnight and see 02:45:58.120 --> 02:46:00.425 align:middle line:84% the governor get sworn in tomorrow, 02:46:00.425 --> 02:46:02.490 align:middle line:84% please let the court officers know. 02:46:02.490 --> 02:46:09.937 align:middle line:84% And we'll try to make proper accommodations. 02:46:09.937 --> 02:46:14.190 align:middle line:84% You have an order to [INAUDIBLE].. 02:46:14.190 --> 02:46:15.630 align:middle line:90% Order in the hands of the clerk. 02:46:15.630 --> 02:46:17.630 align:middle line:90% Do you want to [INAUDIBLE]-- 02:46:17.630 --> 02:46:19.630 align:middle line:90% somebody to offer the order? 02:46:19.630 --> 02:46:20.630 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 02:46:20.630 --> 02:46:27.130 align:middle line:90% 02:46:27.130 --> 02:46:29.490 align:middle line:84% Ms. Haddad of Somerset offers an order 02:46:29.490 --> 02:46:32.520 align:middle line:84% in the hands of the clerk, which the clerk will read. 02:46:32.520 --> 02:46:34.470 align:middle line:84% Ordered that a special committee be appointed 02:46:34.470 --> 02:46:36.900 align:middle line:84% to inform the Senate that the House of Representatives 02:46:36.900 --> 02:46:38.743 align:middle line:84% has been organized by the election 02:46:38.743 --> 02:46:42.447 align:middle line:90% of a speaker and a clerk. 02:46:42.447 --> 02:46:44.310 align:middle line:84% Question comes in the adoption of the order. 02:46:44.310 --> 02:46:45.810 align:middle line:84% Question comes on adoption of the order. 02:46:45.810 --> 02:46:46.800 align:middle line:90% All those in favor, say aye. 02:46:46.800 --> 02:46:47.362 align:middle line:90% Opposed, no. 02:46:47.362 --> 02:46:48.070 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 02:46:48.070 --> 02:46:50.970 align:middle line:90% The order is adopted. 02:46:50.970 --> 02:46:52.710 align:middle line:84% The chair appoints on behalf of the House 02:46:52.710 --> 02:46:53.760 align:middle line:90% the following members. 02:46:53.760 --> 02:46:56.310 align:middle line:90% Ms. Haddad of Somerset. 02:46:56.310 --> 02:46:57.630 align:middle line:90% Ms. Ferguson of Holden. 02:46:57.630 --> 02:47:00.060 align:middle line:90% Mr. Santiago of Boston. 02:47:00.060 --> 02:47:03.000 align:middle line:90% Ms. Minicucci of North Andover. 02:47:03.000 --> 02:47:04.740 align:middle line:90% Ms. Miranda of Boston. 02:47:04.740 --> 02:47:06.980 align:middle line:90% Mr. Robinson of Tewksbury. 02:47:06.980 --> 02:47:09.250 align:middle line:90% Ms. Sabadosa of Northampton. 02:47:09.250 --> 02:47:11.990 align:middle line:90% Mr. Vitolo of Brookline. 02:47:11.990 --> 02:47:13.940 align:middle line:90% Mr. Murray of Milford. 02:47:13.940 --> 02:47:16.200 align:middle line:90% Mr. Ultrino of Malden. 02:47:16.200 --> 02:47:18.300 align:middle line:90% Ms. Vincent of Revere. 02:47:18.300 --> 02:47:21.210 align:middle line:90% Ms. Barber of Somerville. 02:47:21.210 --> 02:47:23.250 align:middle line:90% Mr. Cahill of Lynn. 02:47:23.250 --> 02:47:26.400 align:middle line:90% Ms. Domb of Amherst. 02:47:26.400 --> 02:47:28.590 align:middle line:90% Ms. Gifford of Wareham. 02:47:28.590 --> 02:47:31.010 align:middle line:90% Ms. Harrington of Groton. 02:47:31.010 --> 02:47:32.520 align:middle line:90% Mr. Kelcourse of Newbury. 02:47:32.520 --> 02:47:34.920 align:middle line:90% Mr. Mirra of West Newbury. 02:47:34.920 --> 02:47:37.530 align:middle line:90% And Mr. Madaro of Boston. 02:47:37.530 --> 02:47:41.220 align:middle line:84% All members will please congregate 02:47:41.220 --> 02:47:44.810 align:middle line:90% in the well of the House. 02:47:44.810 --> 02:47:50.010 align:middle line:84% And I think, Madam Speaker, you know the way to the Senate, 02:47:50.010 --> 02:47:51.030 align:middle line:90% I think. 02:47:51.030 --> 02:47:52.841 align:middle line:84% Especially with the new members of-- 02:47:52.841 --> 02:47:54.258 align:middle line:84% I better turn to the [INAUDIBLE].. 02:47:54.258 --> 02:47:54.758 align:middle line:90% Yes. 02:47:54.758 --> 02:47:55.790 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 02:47:55.790 --> 02:47:58.621 align:middle line:90% Yes. 02:47:58.621 --> 02:48:01.567 align:middle line:84% Thank you to the honorable committee of the House. 02:48:01.567 --> 02:48:05.495 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:48:05.495 --> 02:48:19.270 align:middle line:90% 02:48:19.270 --> 02:48:21.540 align:middle line:84% Mr. Mariano of Quincy offers an order 02:48:21.540 --> 02:48:24.414 align:middle line:84% in the hands of the clerk, which the clerk will read. 02:48:24.414 --> 02:48:32.090 align:middle line:90% 02:48:32.090 --> 02:48:33.980 align:middle line:84% Ordered that a special committee be appointed 02:48:33.980 --> 02:48:36.775 align:middle line:84% to inform His Excellency, the governor, and the council 02:48:36.775 --> 02:48:38.150 align:middle line:84% that the House of Representatives 02:48:38.150 --> 02:48:39.530 align:middle line:84% has been organized by the election 02:48:39.530 --> 02:48:40.572 align:middle line:90% of a speaker and a clerk. 02:48:40.572 --> 02:48:43.393 align:middle line:90% 02:48:43.393 --> 02:48:45.060 align:middle line:84% Question comes on adoption of the order. 02:48:45.060 --> 02:48:46.140 align:middle line:90% All those in favor, say aye. 02:48:46.140 --> 02:48:46.710 align:middle line:90% Opposed, no. 02:48:46.710 --> 02:48:47.450 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 02:48:47.450 --> 02:48:48.534 align:middle line:90% The order is adopted. 02:48:48.534 --> 02:48:54.438 align:middle line:90% 02:48:54.438 --> 02:48:56.160 align:middle line:84% On behalf of the House, the Chair 02:48:56.160 --> 02:48:57.285 align:middle line:90% will appoint the following. 02:48:57.285 --> 02:48:58.230 align:middle line:90% Mr. Mariano of Quincy. 02:48:58.230 --> 02:49:01.500 align:middle line:90% 02:49:01.500 --> 02:49:04.790 align:middle line:90% Ms. Kane of Shrewsbury. 02:49:04.790 --> 02:49:07.190 align:middle line:90% Mr. Nangle of Lowell. 02:49:07.190 --> 02:49:09.950 align:middle line:90% Ms. Blais of Sunderland. 02:49:09.950 --> 02:49:12.110 align:middle line:90% Ms. Ciccolo of Lexington. 02:49:12.110 --> 02:49:14.000 align:middle line:90% Mr. Devers of Lawrence. 02:49:14.000 --> 02:49:16.800 align:middle line:90% Mr. Haggerty of Woburn. 02:49:16.800 --> 02:49:19.840 align:middle line:90% Mr. Capano of Lynn. 02:49:19.840 --> 02:49:22.130 align:middle line:90% Mr. Carey of East Hampton. 02:49:22.130 --> 02:49:24.100 align:middle line:90% Ms. Tyler of Boston. 02:49:24.100 --> 02:49:26.270 align:middle line:90% Mr. Hendricks of New Bedford. 02:49:26.270 --> 02:49:29.330 align:middle line:90% Ms. LaNatra of Kingston. 02:49:29.330 --> 02:49:31.490 align:middle line:90% Mr. LeBoeuf of Worcester. 02:49:31.490 --> 02:49:34.280 align:middle line:90% Mr. Orrall of Lakeville. 02:49:34.280 --> 02:49:37.780 align:middle line:90% Mr. Soter of Bellingham. 02:49:37.780 --> 02:49:40.070 align:middle line:90% Ms. Sullivan of Abington. 02:49:40.070 --> 02:49:42.710 align:middle line:90% Mr. D'Emilia of Bridgewater. 02:49:42.710 --> 02:49:45.107 align:middle line:90% Ms. Gifford of Wareham. 02:49:45.107 --> 02:49:47.440 align:middle line:84% Oh, I think I just appointed her in the other committee. 02:49:47.440 --> 02:49:47.940 align:middle line:90% All right. 02:49:47.940 --> 02:49:50.760 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 02:49:50.760 --> 02:49:52.502 align:middle line:84% Then I'll appoint Mr. Wong of Saugus. 02:49:52.502 --> 02:49:53.948 align:middle line:90% He's always a popular figure. 02:49:53.948 --> 02:49:57.322 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 02:49:57.322 --> 02:49:59.740 align:middle line:90% 02:49:59.740 --> 02:50:01.948 align:middle line:90% Especially on New Year's Eve. 02:50:01.948 --> 02:50:05.434 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 02:50:05.434 --> 02:50:07.426 align:middle line:90% 02:50:07.426 --> 02:50:09.390 align:middle line:90% And Mr. Biele of Boston. 02:50:09.390 --> 02:50:12.310 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 02:50:12.310 --> 02:50:14.620 align:middle line:84% You're going to the governor's office. 02:50:14.620 --> 02:50:17.845 align:middle line:84% And if you'd be so kind as to let 02:50:17.845 --> 02:50:19.470 align:middle line:84% him know that we are ready for business 02:50:19.470 --> 02:50:21.850 align:middle line:84% and we're looking forward to working with him. 02:50:21.850 --> 02:50:24.390 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 02:50:24.390 --> 02:50:26.439 align:middle line:84% Thank you to the honorable committee. 02:50:26.439 --> 02:50:29.862 align:middle line:84% And we await your return shortly. 02:50:29.862 --> 02:50:33.285 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:50:33.285 --> 02:50:38.680 align:middle line:90% 02:50:38.680 --> 02:50:42.454 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 02:50:42.454 --> 02:51:06.110 align:middle line:90% 02:51:06.110 --> 02:51:08.882 align:middle line:84% Mr. Galvin of Canton offers an order 02:51:08.882 --> 02:51:11.090 align:middle line:84% in the hands of the clerk, which the clerk will read. 02:51:11.090 --> 02:51:14.000 align:middle line:90% 02:51:14.000 --> 02:51:17.900 align:middle line:84% Ordered that the clerk begin keeping of and making available 02:51:17.900 --> 02:51:20.780 align:middle line:84% daily in a format determined by the speaker in consultation 02:51:20.780 --> 02:51:24.433 align:middle line:84% with the clerk of the journal as authorized by House Rule 10. 02:51:24.433 --> 02:51:25.850 align:middle line:84% And that the daily reading thereof 02:51:25.850 --> 02:51:28.735 align:middle line:84% be dispensed with that under authority of Section 22A 02:51:28.735 --> 02:51:30.110 align:middle line:84% of Chapter 3 of the General Laws, 02:51:30.110 --> 02:51:31.950 align:middle line:84% copies of the journal for the entire session 02:51:31.950 --> 02:51:35.000 align:middle line:84% be printed and bound with the customary appendices 02:51:35.000 --> 02:51:36.030 align:middle line:90% and an index. 02:51:36.030 --> 02:51:38.300 align:middle line:84% And that the adjusted bound copy be deposited 02:51:38.300 --> 02:51:39.890 align:middle line:84% with the Secretary of the Commonwealth 02:51:39.890 --> 02:51:41.510 align:middle line:84% as the official journal of the House. 02:51:41.510 --> 02:51:44.510 align:middle line:90% 02:51:44.510 --> 02:51:46.190 align:middle line:84% Question comes on adoption of the order. 02:51:46.190 --> 02:51:47.357 align:middle line:90% All those in favor, say aye. 02:51:47.357 --> 02:51:47.870 align:middle line:90% Opposed, no. 02:51:47.870 --> 02:51:48.660 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 02:51:48.660 --> 02:51:49.640 align:middle line:90% The order is adopted. 02:51:49.640 --> 02:51:52.400 align:middle line:84% This is our temporary House rules. 02:51:52.400 --> 02:51:53.780 align:middle line:90% This is [INAUDIBLE]. 02:51:53.780 --> 02:51:57.790 align:middle line:90% 02:51:57.790 --> 02:52:01.212 align:middle line:84% Mr. Galvin of Canton offers an order 02:52:01.212 --> 02:52:03.622 align:middle line:84% in the hands of the clerk, which the clerk will read. 02:52:03.622 --> 02:52:07.480 align:middle line:90% 02:52:07.480 --> 02:52:11.530 align:middle line:84% Ordered that the rules of the House of Representatives 02:52:11.530 --> 02:52:15.220 align:middle line:84% for the 2017 and 2018 be observed so far as 02:52:15.220 --> 02:52:18.370 align:middle line:84% are applicable until rules shall be 02:52:18.370 --> 02:52:20.933 align:middle line:90% adopted by the present House. 02:52:20.933 --> 02:52:22.600 align:middle line:84% Question comes on adoption of the order. 02:52:22.600 --> 02:52:23.767 align:middle line:90% All those in favor, say aye. 02:52:23.767 --> 02:52:24.410 align:middle line:90% Opposed, no. 02:52:24.410 --> 02:52:25.210 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 02:52:25.210 --> 02:52:26.085 align:middle line:90% The order is adopted. 02:52:26.085 --> 02:52:29.840 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 02:52:29.840 --> 02:52:31.342 align:middle line:84% Ms. Ferrante of Gloucester offers 02:52:31.342 --> 02:52:33.050 align:middle line:84% an order in the hands of the clerk, which 02:52:33.050 --> 02:52:33.870 align:middle line:90% the clerk will read. 02:52:33.870 --> 02:52:35.470 align:middle line:84% Sorry, this is a paper for the Senate, sir. 02:52:35.470 --> 02:52:35.970 align:middle line:90% Oh. 02:52:35.970 --> 02:52:38.543 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 02:52:38.543 --> 02:52:39.460 align:middle line:90% Paper from the Senate. 02:52:39.460 --> 02:52:48.450 align:middle line:90% 02:52:48.450 --> 02:52:50.910 align:middle line:84% Following order comes from the Senate with the endorsement, 02:52:50.910 --> 02:52:53.850 align:middle line:84% and has been adopted by said branch. 02:52:53.850 --> 02:52:56.370 align:middle line:84% Ordered that the joint rules of the last session 02:52:56.370 --> 02:52:58.890 align:middle line:84% be observed as the temporary joint rules of the two 02:52:58.890 --> 02:53:00.930 align:middle line:84% branches for the present General Court 02:53:00.930 --> 02:53:05.670 align:middle line:84% until the adoption of permanent joint rules. 02:53:05.670 --> 02:53:07.350 align:middle line:84% Question comes on adoption of the order. 02:53:07.350 --> 02:53:08.530 align:middle line:90% All those in favor, say aye. 02:53:08.530 --> 02:53:09.267 align:middle line:90% Opposed, no. 02:53:09.267 --> 02:53:10.012 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 02:53:10.012 --> 02:53:11.255 align:middle line:90% The order is adopted. 02:53:11.255 --> 02:53:34.117 align:middle line:90% 02:53:34.117 --> 02:53:38.093 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 02:53:38.093 --> 02:53:51.540 align:middle line:90% 02:53:51.540 --> 02:53:53.850 align:middle line:84% Chair recognizes the Sergeant at Arms. 02:53:53.850 --> 02:53:57.294 align:middle line:84% Mr. Speaker, the committee of the honorable House. 02:53:57.294 --> 02:54:00.738 align:middle line:84% Please admit the committee of the honorable House. 02:54:00.738 --> 02:54:04.182 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:54:04.182 --> 02:54:20.910 align:middle line:90% 02:54:20.910 --> 02:54:23.340 align:middle line:84% Chair recognizes the chair of the honorable committee, 02:54:23.340 --> 02:54:25.420 align:middle line:90% Ms Haddad of Somerset. 02:54:25.420 --> 02:54:27.630 align:middle line:84% Mr. Speaker, the Senate president 02:54:27.630 --> 02:54:30.660 align:middle line:84% wishes you congratulations on your reelection 02:54:30.660 --> 02:54:32.340 align:middle line:90% as Speaker of the House. 02:54:32.340 --> 02:54:37.050 align:middle line:84% Also she hopes for a very productive session, 02:54:37.050 --> 02:54:38.650 align:middle line:84% and she wishes you a happy new year. 02:54:38.650 --> 02:54:41.460 align:middle line:90% 02:54:41.460 --> 02:54:43.050 align:middle line:90% First of all, thank-- what? 02:54:43.050 --> 02:54:43.970 align:middle line:90% Their house is nice. 02:54:43.970 --> 02:54:44.854 align:middle line:90% Yeah. 02:54:44.854 --> 02:54:47.070 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 02:54:47.070 --> 02:54:49.810 align:middle line:90% We'll get to that. 02:54:49.810 --> 02:54:52.485 align:middle line:84% First of all, congratulations to you, Madam Chair, 02:54:52.485 --> 02:54:56.430 align:middle line:84% and to all the members of the committee for a splendid job 02:54:56.430 --> 02:54:58.440 align:middle line:84% and being able to walk from here to the Senate 02:54:58.440 --> 02:55:00.890 align:middle line:90% to pass on our well-wishes. 02:55:00.890 --> 02:55:03.420 align:middle line:84% For me, it was a particular chore. 02:55:03.420 --> 02:55:04.480 align:middle line:90% It was a great job. 02:55:04.480 --> 02:55:06.848 align:middle line:84% But sincerely, thank you very much for a job well done. 02:55:06.848 --> 02:55:09.343 align:middle line:84% And the committee is now dismissed. 02:55:09.343 --> 02:55:14.333 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:55:14.333 --> 02:55:17.826 align:middle line:90% [MUTED] 02:55:17.826 --> 02:58:12.476 align:middle line:90% 02:58:12.476 --> 02:58:14.971 align:middle line:84% Chair recognizes the Sergeant at Arms. 02:58:14.971 --> 02:58:17.965 align:middle line:90% 02:58:17.965 --> 02:58:22.955 align:middle line:84% [MUTED] Please admit the honorable House committee. 02:58:22.955 --> 02:58:26.448 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 02:58:26.448 --> 02:58:29.442 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 02:58:29.442 --> 02:58:41.070 align:middle line:90% 02:58:41.070 --> 02:58:43.390 align:middle line:90% Mr. Speaker, I-- 02:58:43.390 --> 02:58:46.340 align:middle line:84% Chair recognizes the chair of the honorable committee, 02:58:46.340 --> 02:58:47.610 align:middle line:90% Mr. Mariano of Quincy. 02:58:47.610 --> 02:58:49.470 align:middle line:84% I would like to inform the Speaker 02:58:49.470 --> 02:58:53.460 align:middle line:84% that we had a lot of difficulty finding the governor 02:58:53.460 --> 02:58:56.130 align:middle line:90% and the lieutenant governor. 02:58:56.130 --> 02:59:01.530 align:middle line:84% So being a man of quick wit and quick thinking, 02:59:01.530 --> 02:59:06.870 align:middle line:84% I informed a deputy legislative director named Jimmy, who-- 02:59:06.870 --> 02:59:08.340 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 02:59:08.340 --> 02:59:11.790 align:middle line:84% Who is going to inform the governor. 02:59:11.790 --> 02:59:14.920 align:middle line:90% So I think we're covered. 02:59:14.920 --> 02:59:16.370 align:middle line:90% I think we're covered, yeah. 02:59:16.370 --> 02:59:18.320 align:middle line:84% Well, not recovered, but we're covered. 02:59:18.320 --> 02:59:20.776 align:middle line:84% Did you go right or left out of the chamber? 02:59:20.776 --> 02:59:22.234 align:middle line:84% Maybe you went the wrong direction. 02:59:22.234 --> 02:59:24.130 align:middle line:90% --the wrong way. 02:59:24.130 --> 02:59:26.560 align:middle line:84% Let me just say, it's disappointing to hear 02:59:26.560 --> 02:59:30.310 align:middle line:84% that you had trouble finding the governor, lieutenant governor. 02:59:30.310 --> 02:59:31.870 align:middle line:84% But you did leave word for Jimmy. 02:59:31.870 --> 02:59:33.640 align:middle line:90% I left word with Jimmy. 02:59:33.640 --> 02:59:34.540 align:middle line:90% Jimmy knows. 02:59:34.540 --> 02:59:35.800 align:middle line:90% Jimmy knows, so-- 02:59:35.800 --> 02:59:38.000 align:middle line:84% So Jimmy-- he said he'd pass the word on? 02:59:38.000 --> 02:59:39.320 align:middle line:90% Yeah, he's committed. 02:59:39.320 --> 02:59:41.743 align:middle line:84% He's a legislative director for governor. 02:59:41.743 --> 02:59:42.490 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 02:59:42.490 --> 02:59:43.235 align:middle line:90% OK. 02:59:43.235 --> 02:59:44.470 align:middle line:90% And he had a-- 02:59:44.470 --> 02:59:47.700 align:middle line:90% 02:59:47.700 --> 02:59:48.550 align:middle line:90% He had a what? 02:59:48.550 --> 02:59:49.475 align:middle line:90% He had a folder. 02:59:49.475 --> 02:59:49.975 align:middle line:90% A folder? 02:59:49.975 --> 02:59:50.610 align:middle line:90% Yeah. 02:59:50.610 --> 02:59:51.400 align:middle line:90% Oh, then I'm sure. 02:59:51.400 --> 02:59:51.840 align:middle line:90% OK. 02:59:51.840 --> 02:59:52.340 align:middle line:90% OK. 02:59:52.340 --> 02:59:53.860 align:middle line:90% I feel better now. 02:59:53.860 --> 02:59:57.010 align:middle line:84% Thank you so much for your quick thinking and making sure 02:59:57.010 --> 02:59:58.780 align:middle line:84% you left word there for the governor. 02:59:58.780 --> 03:00:01.010 align:middle line:90% We'd still be there. 03:00:01.010 --> 03:00:03.770 align:middle line:84% I'm sure that proper word will get out to the governor. 03:00:03.770 --> 03:00:04.270 align:middle line:90% I'm sure. 03:00:04.270 --> 03:00:05.230 align:middle line:90% Thank you so much. 03:00:05.230 --> 03:00:06.724 align:middle line:90% And the committee's dismissed. 03:00:06.724 --> 03:00:08.716 align:middle line:84% And thank you for a job well done. 03:00:08.716 --> 03:00:12.202 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 03:00:12.202 --> 03:00:15.688 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 03:00:15.688 --> 03:00:51.537 align:middle line:90% 03:00:51.537 --> 03:00:52.870 align:middle line:90% House will be in a brief recess. 03:00:52.870 --> 03:00:55.210 align:middle line:84% We're just waiting to receive an order which 03:00:55.210 --> 03:00:59.778 align:middle line:84% is now in the Senate, relative to tomorrow's seating. 03:00:59.778 --> 03:01:03.762 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 03:01:03.762 --> 03:01:30.654 align:middle line:90% 03:01:30.654 --> 03:01:34.638 align:middle line:90% [MUTED] 03:01:34.638 --> 03:03:01.788 align:middle line:90% 03:03:01.788 --> 03:03:03.282 align:middle line:90% Paper from the Senate. 03:03:03.282 --> 03:03:07.400 align:middle line:90% 03:03:07.400 --> 03:03:09.210 align:middle line:84% The following order comes from the Senate 03:03:09.210 --> 03:03:12.890 align:middle line:84% with the endorsement that has been adopted by said branch. 03:03:12.890 --> 03:03:16.020 align:middle line:84% Ordered that a convention of the two houses be held at a quarter 03:03:16.020 --> 03:03:19.380 align:middle line:84% before 12:00 noon on Thursday, January 3, 03:03:19.380 --> 03:03:21.690 align:middle line:84% 2019 for the purpose administrating 03:03:21.690 --> 03:03:23.970 align:middle line:84% the oaths of office to the governor elect, 03:03:23.970 --> 03:03:26.970 align:middle line:84% the lieutenant governor elect, and the several counselors 03:03:26.970 --> 03:03:28.394 align:middle line:90% elect. 03:03:28.394 --> 03:03:31.230 align:middle line:90% [MUTED] 03:03:31.230 --> 03:03:33.120 align:middle line:84% Question comes on adoption of the order. 03:03:33.120 --> 03:03:34.380 align:middle line:90% All those in favor, say aye. 03:03:34.380 --> 03:03:35.150 align:middle line:90% Opposed, no. 03:03:35.150 --> 03:03:35.961 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 03:03:35.961 --> 03:03:37.585 align:middle line:90% The order is adopted. 03:03:37.585 --> 03:03:40.994 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 03:03:40.994 --> 03:03:53.832 align:middle line:90% 03:03:53.832 --> 03:03:57.304 align:middle line:90% [MUTED] 03:03:57.304 --> 03:04:01.272 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 03:04:01.272 --> 03:04:11.688 align:middle line:90% 03:04:11.688 --> 03:04:15.160 align:middle line:90% [GAVEL BANGING] 03:04:15.160 --> 03:04:17.660 align:middle line:90% 03:04:17.660 --> 03:04:21.950 align:middle line:84% Benediction will now be given by Rabbi Barbara Penzner 03:04:21.950 --> 03:04:24.830 align:middle line:90% of Temple Hillel B'nai Torah. 03:04:24.830 --> 03:04:25.810 align:middle line:90% Rabbi Penzner? 03:04:25.810 --> 03:04:29.210 align:middle line:90% 03:04:29.210 --> 03:04:30.710 align:middle line:84% Thank you so much for your patience. 03:04:30.710 --> 03:04:37.090 align:middle line:90% 03:04:37.090 --> 03:04:38.965 align:middle line:90% In Jewish tradition-- 03:04:38.965 --> 03:04:40.450 align:middle line:90% [GAVEL BANGING] 03:04:40.450 --> 03:04:41.890 align:middle line:84% --we have a blessing for something 03:04:41.890 --> 03:04:44.140 align:middle line:84% that takes place for the first time. 03:04:44.140 --> 03:04:47.410 align:middle line:84% And that blessing is to say thank you, God, for giving us 03:04:47.410 --> 03:04:51.880 align:middle line:84% life, for keeping us alive, and for enabling 03:04:51.880 --> 03:04:53.620 align:middle line:90% us to get to this moment. 03:04:53.620 --> 03:04:55.870 align:middle line:84% Which I know is the moment that everyone is waiting 03:04:55.870 --> 03:04:58.132 align:middle line:90% for-- for the adjournment. 03:04:58.132 --> 03:04:59.860 align:middle line:90% [LAUGHTER] 03:04:59.860 --> 03:05:04.420 align:middle line:84% But before we get to that, I'm grateful that you are here, 03:05:04.420 --> 03:05:08.260 align:middle line:84% that you're alive, and that we have all awakened today 03:05:08.260 --> 03:05:09.850 align:middle line:90% to a new year. 03:05:09.850 --> 03:05:14.110 align:middle line:84% A year full of promise bursting with new vision 03:05:14.110 --> 03:05:16.120 align:middle line:90% for this Commonwealth. 03:05:16.120 --> 03:05:20.890 align:middle line:84% And yet, in many ways, seething with trepidation for events 03:05:20.890 --> 03:05:23.460 align:middle line:90% beyond our control. 03:05:23.460 --> 03:05:25.720 align:middle line:84% In this new legislative year, one 03:05:25.720 --> 03:05:27.820 align:middle line:84% might hearken back to Charles Dickens 03:05:27.820 --> 03:05:30.460 align:middle line:84% and say this is the best of times 03:05:30.460 --> 03:05:34.490 align:middle line:90% and this is the worst of times. 03:05:34.490 --> 03:05:37.430 align:middle line:84% It is the best of times for many who are prospering, 03:05:37.430 --> 03:05:40.730 align:middle line:84% and it is the worst of times for so many problems 03:05:40.730 --> 03:05:46.800 align:middle line:84% that are before you in this legislative session to address. 03:05:46.800 --> 03:05:49.160 align:middle line:84% But as a person of faith, I reach back 03:05:49.160 --> 03:05:52.340 align:middle line:84% in the bookshelves, back to ancient texts, 03:05:52.340 --> 03:05:56.870 align:middle line:84% for words of prophecy for inspiration in all times. 03:05:56.870 --> 03:06:00.170 align:middle line:84% And in the words of the prophet Micah, 03:06:00.170 --> 03:06:04.040 align:middle line:84% humanity God has instructed you how 03:06:04.040 --> 03:06:10.610 align:middle line:84% to live, to do justice, love compassion, and walk humbly 03:06:10.610 --> 03:06:12.620 align:middle line:90% with your God. 03:06:12.620 --> 03:06:14.930 align:middle line:84% That is all that we need in this world. 03:06:14.930 --> 03:06:18.560 align:middle line:84% And as representatives of the people of this Commonwealth, 03:06:18.560 --> 03:06:21.950 align:middle line:84% these words should be as sacred as the oath of office 03:06:21.950 --> 03:06:25.400 align:middle line:90% that you have taken today. 03:06:25.400 --> 03:06:27.470 align:middle line:84% Because as members of the General Court, 03:06:27.470 --> 03:06:30.860 align:middle line:90% you are called to do justice. 03:06:30.860 --> 03:06:35.870 align:middle line:84% Today you have sworn, agreeably, to bear true faith 03:06:35.870 --> 03:06:38.270 align:middle line:84% and allegiance to this Commonwealth 03:06:38.270 --> 03:06:42.500 align:middle line:90% and to support the Constitution. 03:06:42.500 --> 03:06:45.950 align:middle line:84% I urge you to use your days to bring justice 03:06:45.950 --> 03:06:50.930 align:middle line:84% and to end injustice, craft just laws 03:06:50.930 --> 03:06:54.600 align:middle line:90% and enact them in a just manner. 03:06:54.600 --> 03:06:58.020 align:middle line:84% You were also called to love compassion. 03:06:58.020 --> 03:07:02.190 align:middle line:84% Your constituents have placed their faith in you, 03:07:02.190 --> 03:07:06.930 align:middle line:84% including those who voted for you and those who did not. 03:07:06.930 --> 03:07:10.440 align:middle line:84% When they come to you to advocate for just causes, 03:07:10.440 --> 03:07:13.770 align:middle line:84% hear their stories with compassion 03:07:13.770 --> 03:07:19.820 align:middle line:84% and respond by tempering strict justice with abounding mercy. 03:07:19.820 --> 03:07:22.940 align:middle line:84% And finally, the one that may be most difficult. 03:07:22.940 --> 03:07:24.215 align:middle line:90% And that is to walk humbly. 03:07:24.215 --> 03:07:26.790 align:middle line:90% 03:07:26.790 --> 03:07:29.640 align:middle line:84% Now this may appear to be the most challenging instruction, 03:07:29.640 --> 03:07:32.100 align:middle line:90% and yet it is quite simple. 03:07:32.100 --> 03:07:36.300 align:middle line:84% Remember, you are servants of a higher calling. 03:07:36.300 --> 03:07:39.960 align:middle line:84% Whether you are walking humbly with your god, 03:07:39.960 --> 03:07:42.780 align:middle line:84% or with the people of Massachusetts. 03:07:42.780 --> 03:07:44.730 align:middle line:84% Whether you walk humbly with what 03:07:44.730 --> 03:07:48.150 align:middle line:84% your parents and your grandparents taught you, 03:07:48.150 --> 03:07:50.310 align:middle line:84% or with the purpose and the principles 03:07:50.310 --> 03:07:53.310 align:middle line:84% that propelled you to seek higher office. 03:07:53.310 --> 03:07:57.960 align:middle line:84% Remember to walk humbly with them. 03:07:57.960 --> 03:08:00.510 align:middle line:90% Seek out wise counsel. 03:08:00.510 --> 03:08:05.550 align:middle line:84% Pay attention to colleagues and staff and constituents. 03:08:05.550 --> 03:08:09.390 align:middle line:84% None of us can carry this burden of bringing 03:08:09.390 --> 03:08:13.260 align:middle line:84% justice and compassion to our world alone. 03:08:13.260 --> 03:08:19.470 align:middle line:84% Do justice, love compassion, and walk humbly with. 03:08:19.470 --> 03:08:23.640 align:middle line:84% We call on the infinite power of justice and compassion 03:08:23.640 --> 03:08:27.930 align:middle line:84% to bless these officers of the Commonwealth, their families, 03:08:27.930 --> 03:08:32.370 align:middle line:84% the staff, and all those who work in this building 03:08:32.370 --> 03:08:34.800 align:middle line:90% and for our Commonwealth. 03:08:34.800 --> 03:08:40.920 align:middle line:84% May God imbue them with all the gifts of vision, of justice, 03:08:40.920 --> 03:08:46.800 align:middle line:84% and of love so that at the end of this legislative session, 03:08:46.800 --> 03:08:52.710 align:middle line:84% our people and our Commonwealth, our neighborhoods and homes 03:08:52.710 --> 03:08:56.850 align:middle line:84% will rejoice and will be able to say wholeheartedly, 03:08:56.850 --> 03:09:00.530 align:middle line:84% this is indeed the best of times. 03:09:00.530 --> 03:09:01.560 align:middle line:90% [NON-ENGLISH SPEECH]. 03:09:01.560 --> 03:09:02.802 align:middle line:90% May it be so. 03:09:02.802 --> 03:09:04.757 align:middle line:90% And we say Amen. 03:09:04.757 --> 03:09:05.257 align:middle line:90% Amen. 03:09:05.257 --> 03:09:14.095 align:middle line:90% 03:09:14.095 --> 03:09:16.550 align:middle line:84% We need the motion to spread the prayer [INAUDIBLE].. 03:09:16.550 --> 03:09:23.920 align:middle line:90% [INAUDIBLE] 03:09:23.920 --> 03:09:28.300 align:middle line:84% Mr. Donato of Medford moves that the comments and prayer 03:09:28.300 --> 03:09:33.780 align:middle line:84% of the rabbi be spread along the records of the journal. 03:09:33.780 --> 03:09:35.080 align:middle line:90% All those in favor, say aye. 03:09:35.080 --> 03:09:35.750 align:middle line:90% Opposed, no. 03:09:35.750 --> 03:09:38.298 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 03:09:38.298 --> 03:09:41.160 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 03:09:41.160 --> 03:09:58.450 align:middle line:90% 03:09:58.450 --> 03:10:00.080 align:middle line:84% Representative [INAUDIBLE] of Andover 03:10:00.080 --> 03:10:02.080 align:middle line:84% offers an order in the hands of the clerk, which 03:10:02.080 --> 03:10:04.058 align:middle line:90% the clerk will read. 03:10:04.058 --> 03:10:05.850 align:middle line:84% Ordered that when the House adjourns today, 03:10:05.850 --> 03:10:08.890 align:middle line:84% it adjourn they meet tomorrow at 11:00 AM. 03:10:08.890 --> 03:10:10.810 align:middle line:84% Motion comes on adoption of the order. 03:10:10.810 --> 03:10:12.940 align:middle line:84% Question comes on adoption of the order. 03:10:12.940 --> 03:10:14.200 align:middle line:90% All those in favor, say aye. 03:10:14.200 --> 03:10:14.900 align:middle line:90% Opposed, no. 03:10:14.900 --> 03:10:15.830 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 03:10:15.830 --> 03:10:17.405 align:middle line:90% The order is adopted. 03:10:17.405 --> 03:10:20.730 align:middle line:90% The formal adjourn. 03:10:20.730 --> 03:10:25.020 align:middle line:84% (WHISPERING) Invite everybody to the luncheon downstairs. 03:10:25.020 --> 03:10:28.260 align:middle line:84% Again, I thank everyone on behalf of their patience 03:10:28.260 --> 03:10:30.165 align:middle line:90% and attention here today. 03:10:30.165 --> 03:10:33.030 align:middle line:84% Please note again that there will be some refreshments 03:10:33.030 --> 03:10:36.630 align:middle line:84% and luncheon downstairs in the Great Hall, which 03:10:36.630 --> 03:10:37.980 align:middle line:90% everyone is welcome to. 03:10:37.980 --> 03:10:40.950 align:middle line:84% To the members, just to be reminded, 03:10:40.950 --> 03:10:44.340 align:middle line:84% we plan on meeting at 11:30 tomorrow 03:10:44.340 --> 03:10:46.110 align:middle line:84% for the purpose of the administration 03:10:46.110 --> 03:10:48.450 align:middle line:84% of the oath of the governor, which should take place 03:10:48.450 --> 03:10:50.490 align:middle line:90% no later than-- 03:10:50.490 --> 03:10:53.070 align:middle line:84% well, which will take place at noon. 03:10:53.070 --> 03:10:55.440 align:middle line:84% So if everyone can be in their seats 03:10:55.440 --> 03:10:59.890 align:middle line:84% as close as possible to 11:30, it'd be greatly appreciated. 03:10:59.890 --> 03:11:04.300 align:middle line:90% 03:11:04.300 --> 03:11:07.740 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 03:11:07.740 --> 03:11:10.680 align:middle line:84% Mr. Jones of North Reading moves that the House stands at-- 03:11:10.680 --> 03:11:12.330 align:middle line:90% now adjourn. 03:11:12.330 --> 03:11:13.360 align:middle line:90% Chair objection? 03:11:13.360 --> 03:11:15.393 align:middle line:90% The chair hears none. 03:11:15.393 --> 03:11:16.560 align:middle line:90% All those in favor, say aye. 03:11:16.560 --> 03:11:17.710 align:middle line:90% Opposed, no. 03:11:17.710 --> 03:11:19.260 align:middle line:90% The ayes have it. 03:11:19.260 --> 03:11:21.960 align:middle line:84% The House now stands adjourned to meet tomorrow 03:11:21.960 --> 03:11:25.870 align:middle line:84% at 11:30 AM in a full formal session. 03:11:25.870 --> 03:11:27.670 align:middle line:90% [GAVEL BANGING] 03:11:27.670 --> 03:11:28.870 align:middle line:90% [APPLAUSE] 03:11:28.870 --> 03:11:31.570 align:middle line:90% [MUTED] 03:11:31.570 --> 03:11:33.970 align:middle line:90% [SIDE CONVERSATION] 03:11:33.970 --> 03:11:42.670 align:middle line:90% 03:11:42.670 --> 03:11:46.320 align:middle line:90% [MUSIC PLAYING] 03:11:46.320 --> 03:12:08.491 align:middle line:90%