February 7, 2001

Mr. President:

Your FINANCE 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 20, after the period insert:

"The provisions of this section do not apply to developmentally disabled students who are learning to read in accordance with a developmentally appropriate plan approved by a certified school instructor.".

2. On page 1, between lines 20 and 21, insert the following new section:

"Section 2. EFFECTIVE DATE.--The effective date of the provisions of this act is July 1, 2003.".

Respectfully submitted,

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Ben D. Altamirano, Chairman

Adopted_______________________ Not Adopted_______________________

(Chief Clerk) (Chief Clerk)

Date ________________________

The roll call vote was 8 For 0 Against

Yes: 8

No: None

Excused: Rodriguez, Tsosie

Absent: None

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