Past bills
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 1824 1991–92 |
District court jurisdictionSome aspects of district court civil jurisdiction are changed. The limit on the amount in controversy that may be heard in district court is raised from $10,000 to $25,000. | Marlin Appelwick (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 33, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 22, 1991 |
| HB 1915 1991–92 |
Mental health programs/emplyExisting Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) requirements regarding community mental health programs are expanded to include employment services. Employment services include supported employment, transitional work,... | Richard King (D-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 29, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 22, 1991 |
| HB 2073 1991–92 |
Controlled substance saleThe crime of selling for profit a schedule I controlled substance is given the same seriousness level ranking under the Sentencing Reform Act as the crime of manufacturing or delivering controlled substances. Conviction for... | Mike Padden (R-4) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 32, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 22, 1991 |
| SB 5906 1991–92 |
Domestic violence victimsA person, acting alone or through a guardian or parent, may apply to the Secretary of State to designate an alternate address which may be used in state or local public records when requested by the applicant. The application... | Nita Rinehart (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 23, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 22, 1991 |
| SB 5982 1991–92 |
Free/reduced meal funding(DIGEST AS ENACTED) Makes an appropriation of two million dollars to replace federal funding for free and reduced school breakfasts and lunches that the state will not receive because of the teacher's work stoppage. | Dan McDonald (R-48) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 37, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 22, 1991 |
| SB 5036 1991–92 |
Livestock market net worthThe Department of Agriculture is authorized to deny an application for construction or operation of public livestock markets based upon a lack of sufficient net worth. The department is also authorized to revoke an allocation... | Scott Barr (R-7) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 17, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 17, 1991 |
| SB 5090 1991–92 |
Foster family home licensesAdditional statutory flexibility in accepting applications for renewal is provided, by extending the time to file until the expiration of the license. | Pam Roach (R-31) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 14, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 17, 1991 |
| SB 5103 1991–92 |
Engineer registrationReferences to "his" are changed to "his or her" or "the applicant's." Registration fees for professional engineers are based on the costs associated with administering examinations and issuing certificates. An additional fee... | Ellen Craswell (R-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 19, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 17, 1991 |
| SB 5106 1991–92 |
Transportation budgetThe 1991 transportation supplemental budget adds $12.4 million to the 1989-91 | E. G. "Pat" Patterson (R-9) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 22, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 17, 1991 |
| SB 5219 1991–92 |
Baggage loss/damage liabiltyThe free baggage allowance limitation is changed from a statutorily fixed amount to an amount set by the Utilities and Transportation Commission. Periodic review and rate adjust is required of the commission. | E. G. "Pat" Patterson (R-9) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 21, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 17, 1991 |
| SB 5276 1991–92 |
Impounded vehicle dispositnThe State Patrol's authority over vehicles in tow truck operator's possession is limited to those that were impounded. Current statutory language relating to law enforcement release of vehicle owner information to a registered... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 20, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 17, 1991 |
| SB 5357 1991–92 |
Individuals or water purvyrsThe Department of Health is required to adopt rules under the Administrative Procedure Act establishing criteria for designating individuals or water purveyors as qualified satellite system management agencies. "Satellite... | Scott Barr (R-7) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 18, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 17, 1991 |
| SB 5383 1991–92 |
Prevailing wage administratnFor public works projects of $2,500 or less, an awarding agency may authorize the contractor or subcontractor to submit the statement of intent to pay prevailing wages directly to it, without approval of the Department of... | Frank Hansen (D-13) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 15, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 17, 1991 |
| SB 5796 1991–92 |
Nursing assistant licensureChapters 18.52A and 18.52B are each repealed. The two levels of nursing assistants (certified and registered) are maintained. | Janice Niemi (D-43) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 16, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 17, 1991 |
| HB 1200 1991–92 |
Physical therapistsThe authority for physical therapists to treat patients directly and without the necessity of a prior consultation or periodic review is continued indefinitely. The board is directed to determine the standards of appropriate care. | Betty Morris (D-18) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 12, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 15, 1991 |
| HB 1304 1991–92 |
Recycling in state parksThe state Parks and Recreation Commission shall: (1)provide waste reduction and recycling information in each park campground and day-use area by July 1, 1992; (2)provide recycling receptacles in at least 15 day-use and... | Georgette Valle (D-34) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 11, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 15, 1991 |
| HB 1450 1991–92 |
Safety testing lab tax credtNonprofit public safety testing corporations may receive a credit against their B&O tax liability. The credit is equal to the value of services and information related to setting of standards and testing for public safety... | Wilson Peery (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 13, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 15, 1991 |
| HB 1060 1991–92 |
Creditor notice/deceasd prsnCreditors of an estate must file their claims with the court. An emergency clause makes this provision take effect immediately upon enactment. | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 5, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 8, 1991 |
| HB 1062 1991–92 |
Fiduciary power/divde trustsFiduciaries of generation-skipping trusts (property transferred from a grandparent to grandchildren) are held to the same standards and are given the same powers to make federal estate tax elections as exists for fiduciaries... | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 6, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 8, 1991 |
| HB 1063 1991–92 |
Interest disclaimed/dispostnThe anti-lapse statute is made applicable to disclaimers of interest unless the will itself directs otherwise. If a testator's relative disclaims an interest under a will, the relative is considered to have died for purposes... | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 7, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 8, 1991 |
| HB 1195 1991–92 |
Irrigation districtsIrrigation districts are authorized to create consolidated LIDs, for the purpose of issuing LID bonds only, to finance improvements that need not be adjoining, vicinal, or neighboring. | Lane Bray (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 8, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 8, 1991 |
| HB 1267 1991–92 |
Sanitary landfill reconvynceThe Department of Natural Resources is authorized to reconvey forest board lands to the county for use as a solid waste landfill or transfer station. The county shall not hold the state responsible for any liability resulting... | Jeffrey Holland (R-47) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 10, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 8, 1991 |
| HB 1702 1991–92 |
Beef commission compositionThe voting membership of the Beef Commission is expanded to include one additional dairy beef producer. All members of the commission are appointed by the Director of the Department of Agriculture. | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 9, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 8, 1991 |
| SB 5284 1991–92 |
Braille instruction opportunEach school district in the state and the Washington State School for the Blind are required to provide the opportunity to receive instruction in braille to blind students attending school within the district. A blind student... | Linda Smith (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Apr 1, 1991 |
| SB 5806 1991–92 |
Underground storage tanksCities, towns, and counties are authorized to provide loans and grants to owners and operators of underground storage tanks (UST) containing petroleum. Financial assistance may be provided for the purposes of reconstruction,... | E. G. "Pat" Patterson (R-9) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 4, Laws of 1991 |
Mar 29, 1991 |