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

The following Bills and Joint Resolution were introduced, read the first time, and refered to appropriate committee.

H. 3338 -- Reps. Jennings, Cobb-Hunter, Kennedy and Neal: A BILL TO AMEND ARTICLE 13, CHAPTER 13, TITLE 8 OF THE CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, RELATING TO CAMPAIGN PRACTICES, BY ADDING SECTION 8-13-1315 SO AS TO PROVIDE THAT A CANDIDATE MAY NOT, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, GIVE, OFFER, OR PROMISE ANYTHING OF VALUE TO AN ELECTION OFFICIAL AND TO PROVIDE THAT AN ELECTION OFFICIAL MAY NOT, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, ASK, DEMAND, EXACT, SOLICIT, SEEK, ACCEPT, RECEIVE OR AGREE TO RECEIVE ANYTHING OF VALUE FROM A CANDIDATE; TO AMEND SECTIONS 7-25-50 AND 7-25-60, BOTH AS AMENDED, RELATING TO BRIBERY AT ELECTIONS, SO AS TO INCREASE THE PENALTIES; TO AMEND SECTION 8-13-1300, RELATING TO DEFINITIONS FOR PURPOSES OF THE PROVISIONS CONCERNING CAMPAIGN PRACTICES, SO AS TO PROVIDE A DEFINITION FOR "ELECTION OFFICIAL" AND TO AMEND THE DEFINITION OF "TRANSFER" TO INCLUDE TRANSFERS BETWEEN A CANDIDATE AND AN ELECTION OFFICIAL; AND TO AMEND SECTION 8-13-1348, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO THE USE OF CAMPAIGN FUNDS, SO AS TO ESTABLISH A PROCEDURE BY WHICH A CAMPAIGN RELATED PAYMENT MUST BE MADE BY CHECK, REQUIRE THE EXPENDITURE OF THESE FUNDS TO BE DOCUMENTED WHEN PAID TO AN INDIVIDUAL RECIPIENT, REQUIRE THE DOCUMENTATION BE MAINTAINED AND INCLUDED IN CAMPAIGN REPORTS, AND PROVIDE THAT A CANDIDATE IS DEEMED TO HAVE VIOLATED SECTIONS 7-25-50 AND 7-25-60 IF HE DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THIS SECTION, PROVIDE THAT NO PERSON MAY BE REIMBURSED FOR TRANSPORTATION SERVICES IN AN AMOUNT WHICH WOULD EXCEED THE MILEAGE ALLOWED BY LAW FOR

Referred to Committee on Judiciary.

H. 3339 -- Rep. Koon: A BILL TO AMEND THE CODE OF LAWS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, BY ADDING SECTION 56-5-1538 SO AS TO REQUIRE DRIVERS OF MOTOR VEHICLES TRAVELING THROUGH AN EMERGENCY SCENE TO USE CAUTION AND DRIVE AT A REASONABLE SPEED, PROVIDE PENALTIES, AND PROVIDE EMERGENCY WORKERS CONTROL OVER THE EMERGENCY SCENE.

Referred to Committee on Judiciary.

H. 3340 -- Reps. Seithel, Hallman and Fulmer: A JOINT RESOLUTION PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE III, SECTION 2 OF THE CONSTITUTION OF SOUTH CAROLINA, 1895, RELATING TO THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SO AS TO PROVIDE THAT HOUSE MEMBERS MAY SERVE ONLY FOUR COMPLETE TWO-YEAR TERMS AND TO PROVIDE THAT HOUSE MEMBERS SERVING IN OFFICE WHEN THIS PROVISION IS RATIFIED INTO LAW WHO HAVE SERVED AT LEAST FOUR TWO-YEAR TERMS MAY COMPLETE THE TERM WHICH THEY ARE CURRENTLY SERVING AFTER WHICH THEY ARE BARRED FROM FURTHER SERVICE; AND PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE III, SECTION 6 OF THE CONSTITUTION, RELATING TO THE SENATE, SO AS TO PROVIDE THAT SENATORS MAY SERVE ONLY TWO COMPLETE FOUR-YEAR TERMS, TO PROVIDE THAT SENATORS SERVING IN OFFICE WHEN THIS PROVISION IS RATIFIED INTO LAW WHO HAVE SERVED AT LEAST TWO FOUR-YEAR TERMS MAY COMPLETE THE TERM WHICH THEY ARE CURRENTLY SERVING AFTER WHICH THEY ARE BARRED FROM FURTHER SERVICE, AND TO REVISE CERTAIN OBSOLETE REFERENCES.

Referred to Committee on Judiciary.

The following was introduced:

H. 3341 -- Reps. Fulmer, Hallman and Seithel: A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION MEMORIALIZING THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES TO PROPOSE AN AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE V OF THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION THAT WILL ENABLE THREE-FOURTHS OF THE STATES TO AMEND THE CONSTITUTION SUBJECT TO CONGRESSIONAL VETO.

The Concurrent Resolution was ordered referred to the Committee on Invitations and Memorial Resolutions.

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

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The House assembled at 10:00 A.M.

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

Almighty and eternal God, add to our strength that power that comes to those who lean upon You in faith. Lead us moment by moment and step by step into the right direction and to correct conclusions. Preserve in us an inner serenity, and outward courtesy and an obedience to conscience in all that we think, say and do. We lift our prayer not just for ourselves, but for all who are service to God and mankind. Open unto all people an era when justice and truth and righteousness shall prevail everywhere. We pray for all Your children: the distressed and the poor, the hungry and neglected. This day and every day may we be given to charity, sincerity and diligence in our service.

We pray in the Name of Him Who went about doing good. Amen.

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

At 10:03 A.M. the House in accordance with the ruling of the SPEAKER adjourned to meet at 12:00 Noon, Tuesday, January 24.

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The House assembled at 12:00 Noon.

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

Our Father God, we turn again and again to You in prayer, lest in the midst of the false lights along our earthly pilgrimage we loose sight of Your perfect righteousness which we try so hard to achieve. Your purposes for mankind which arch the whole world show how far short is our faltering obedience of Your will. But in our prayers we catch a glimpse of the beauty of Your holiness. In our tests and trials, in our frustrations and failures, make us to rejoice as we look beyond our frailty and hold fast to our faith and hope which are anchored in You. Cause us to know always that life takes on a new value and unlimited dimensions as we live following Your way. Amen.

Pursuant to Rule 6.3, the House of Representatives was led in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America by the SPEAKER.

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

Rep. SCOTT moved that when the House adjourns, it adjourn in memory of Douglas Blackman of Columbia, which was agreed to.

The following were received and referred to the Committee on Invitations and Memorial Resolutions.

January 23, 1995
The Honorable Rick Quinn
Chairman, House Invitations Committee
503-A Blatt Building
Columbia, South Carolina 29201

Dear Rep. Quinn:

On behalf of the Girl Scout Councils of South Carolina, we would like to invite the members of the House of Representatives to a reception in the Main Lobby of the State House on Tuesday, February 7, 1995, immediately upon adjournment of the House. This reception is hosted by the Seven Girl Scout Councils currently serving 40,000 girls from five to seventeen years of age in South Carolina. Girl Scout leaders from across the State will be present.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,
Wendy E. Mellenthin

January 24, 1995
The Honorable Rick Quinn
Chairman, House Invitations Committee
503-A Blatt Building
Columbia, South Carolina 29201

Dear Rep. Quinn:

On behalf of the Up-State, Mid-State, Lowcountry and Southern Piedmont Chapters of the Alzheimer's Association for South Carolina, I would like to cordially invite the House of Representatives to a coffee drop-in on Thursday, February 23, 1995. It will be from 9:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. in the first floor lobby of the State House.

Approximately 50,000 people in South Carolina have Alzheimer's disease or a related disorder today, and this number is expected to grow still higher as our population ages. These numbers become more devastating when those who care for these individuals are counted. The more support that can be provided to the families, the longer the patient can stay in the community, thereby delaying or preventing nursing home

Also essential to the needs of Alzheimer's disease is understanding from legislators. This is the one opportunity for Alzheimer's disease victims, caregivers and family members to meet with the members of the General Assembly to thank them for their continuous efforts and support.

On behalf of all the persons effected with Alzheimer's disease, we look forward to seeing you on this date.

Sincerely yours,
Leanne Holt, President

Rep. QUINN, from the Committee on Invitations and Memorial Resolutions, submitted a favorable report, on:

Invitation of S.C. Association of Christian Schools for an annual Legislator's Breakfast, February 1, 1995, 7:45-8:45 A.M. at the Holiday Inn City Center.

The invitation was accepted.

Rep. QUINN, from the Committee on Invitations and Memorial Resolutions, submitted a favorable report, on:

Invitation of Richland County School District One Adult & Community Education for a reception, February 1, 1995, 10:00 A.M.-2:00 P.M., on the first floor lobby of the State House.

The invitation was accepted.

Rep. QUINN, from the Committee on Invitations and Memorial Resolutions, submitted a favorable report, on:

Invitation of The National Federation of the Blind for a dinner, February 1, 1995, 6:00-8:00 P.M. at the Federation Center of the Blind (119 Kilbourne Rd., Columbia, S.C.).

The invitation was accepted.

Rep. QUINN, from the Committee on Invitations and Memorial Resolutions, submitted a favorable report, on:

Invitation of South Carolina Organization on Mental Retardation for a drop- in, February 2, 1995, 9:00-11:00 A.M. in the first floor lobby of the State House.

The invitation was accepted.

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