February 1, 2001

Mr. President:

Your EDUCATION COMMITTEE, to whom has been referred

has had it under consideration and reports same with recommendation that it DO PASS, amended as follows:

1. On page 1, line 18, strike "independently" and insert in lieu thereof "proficiently".

2. On page 1, line 20, strike "independently" and insert in lieu thereof "proficiently".

Respectfully submitted,

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Cynthia Nava, Chairman

Adopted_______________________ Not Adopted_______________________

(Chief Clerk) (Chief Clerk)

Date ________________________

The roll call vote was 6 For 0 Against

Yes: 6

No: 0

Excused: Boitano, Garcia, Lopez

Absent: None

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