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SR 144, PN 1024:
This resolution recognizes that during the Vietnam War the Federal
Government used more than 10.6 million gallons of the herbicide and
defoliant, known as “Agent Orange”. A 50-0 was recorded.
The
Senate amended the following bills:
SB 709, PN 1016:
The bill amends the Local Tax Collection Law by further providing for
and authorizing various installment payments with respect to the
collection and payment of school property taxes. Senator Brightbill
offered Amendment A02521 which allows for school districts to increase
the compensation for tax collectors. The amendment was agreed to.
HB 129, PN 2066:
This bill amends Title 74 to provide for flying while impaired. Senator
Stack offered Amendment A02338 which increases the penalty for flying
under the influence when an accident results in death or bodily injury.
The amendment was agreed to.
SB 196, PN 409:
The bill provides immunity for physicians who report the suspected
illicit use of prescribed controlled substances. Senator Rafferty
offered Amendment A01710 which was technical in nature. The amendment
was agreed to.
Executive Nominations
The
Senate approved the following executive nominations. A 50-0 vote was
recorded.
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Carol R. Brown, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Council
on the Arts
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Marita Crawford, State Board of Cosmetology
- Leon W. Tucker,
Esquire, Judge, Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas
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