All bills
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5770 1991–92 |
Elec conservation/generationThe Legislature finds that the state is facing an electrical shortage, and that the Northwest Power Planning Council has recommended empowering utility commissions with more flexibility in rate regulation and updating... | Leo K. Thorsness (R-11) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 122, Laws of 1991 |
May 9, 1991 |
| HB 1008 1991–92 |
Over-the-counter meds labelsThere is a legislative finding that labels on packaged nonprescription drugs may be difficult to read and could pose a potential danger to the health and safety of customers. Manufacturers of nonprescription drugs must... | John O'Brien (D-37) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 68, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| HB 1057 1991–92 |
Lieutenant governor securityThe Chief of the State Patrol is expressly authorized to provide security and protection for the Lieutenant Governor. | Calvin Anderson (D-43) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 63, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| HB 1143 1991–92 |
Honorary degreesUpon recommendation of the faculty, the governing boards of the regional institutions of higher education, and the governing boards of the community colleges may grant honorary degrees. The honorary degrees may be granted to... | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 58, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| HB 1176 1991–92 |
School board vacanciesA school board director who has submitted a resignation is prohibited from voting on the selection of his or her replacement. | June Leonard (D-11) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 60, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| HB 1177 1991–92 |
School board responsibiltiesThe phrase "acting through its respective administrative staff" contained in RCW 28A.150.230(2) is deleted and the school board is required to adopt policies with respect to each of the listed responsibilities. | Jeffrey Holland (R-47) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 61, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| HB 2095 1991–92 |
Veteran and family counselngThe Department of Veterans Affairs will contract with professional counselors to provide an option of direct mental health treatment for war-affected veterans, for soldiers returning from the Persian Gulf, and for their... | Robin Johnson (D-40) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 55, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| SB 5004 1991–92 |
Public records as evidencePublic records of the United States, the state of Washington, or any other state or territory of the United States, when certified, shall be admitted in evidence in Washington State courts. | Lela Kreidler (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 59, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| SB 5015 1991–92 |
Landowner liability/vlnteersA public or private landowner or person in control of the land is not liable for unintentional injuries to any volunteer group that is upon the land for purposes of a fish or wildlife cooperative project or the cleanup of... | Jack Metcalf (R-10) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 69, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| SB 5023 1991–92 |
Frivolous actions/expensesThe frivolous claim statute is amended to allow the award of attorney's fees for frivolous actions based upon all evidence presented to the judge at the time of the motion. The award of attorney's fees may be made regardless... | Phil Talmadge (D-34) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 70, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| SB 5027 1991–92 |
Small claims limit raisedThe jurisdiction of small claims courts is increased to $2,500. A corporation plaintiff may not be represented by an attorney or paralegal in small claims court. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 71, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| SB 5047 1991–92 |
Designating a state tartanA Washington State tartan is designated consisting of blue, white, yellow, red and black bands on a green background. The Secretary of State is authorized to register the tartan with the Scottish Tartan Society in Comrie,... | Albert Bauer (D-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 62, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| SB 5107 1991–92 |
CorporationsIn addition to other specified forms, the Secretary of State may prescribe a standardized "initial report" form for use by corporations. A corporation's initial report must be delivered to the Secretary of State within 120... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 72, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| SB 5190 1991–92 |
School directors' associatnThe Washington State School Directors' Association is authorized to pay members of its board of directors per diem compensation for days they conduct association business. The per diem compensation is provided in accordance... | Cliff Bailey (R-39) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 66, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| SB 5288 1991–92 |
American Vets Memorial HwyState Route 90, beginning at a junction with State Route No. 5, via the west approach to the Lake Washington bridge in Seattle, in an easterly direction by way of Mercer Island, North Bend, Snoqualmie Pass, Ellensburg,... | A.L. "Slim" Rasmussen (D-29) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 56, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| SB 5290 1991–92 |
Valid driver's licenseA new Washington resident is allowed 30 days from the time he or she first becomes a resident to obtain a Washington driver's license. The definition of resident, as it is currently in the Washington Administrative Code, is... | E. G. "Pat" Patterson (R-9) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 73, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| SB 5626 1991–92 |
Hardwood commissionThe members of the Hardwoods Commission are authorized travel and expenses at the same rate allowed for state employees. An assessment schedule on processors is established and is based on quarterly production by weight. | Patrick R. McMullen (D-40) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 67, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| SB 5678 1991–92 |
Wash national guard dayJanuary 26 of each year is designated as Washington Army and Air National Guard Day. | Leo K. Thorsness (R-11) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 57, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| SB 5722 1991–92 |
Nat resources interest ratesFour statutes need to be amended to allow the Board of Natural Resources to adopt interest rate policies that are consistent throughout the Department of Natural Resources. RCW 79.90.520 and 79.90.55 are reworded to state that... | Bob Oke (R-26) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 64, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| SB 5767 1991–92 |
PUD borrowing and creditPublic utility districts may establish lines of credit or other prearranged agreements with any financial institution. | George Sellar (R-12) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 74, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| SB 5779 1991–92 |
Deaf/blind schools approprtnThe School for the Deaf and the School for the Blind are allowed to receive their money directly through the state operating budget. | Albert Bauer (D-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 65, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| SB 5835 1991–92 |
Ski lift signsThe Parks and Recreation Commission is authorized to adopt rules relating to a sign system for ski areas and for other recreational devices. The specific statutory requirements of the state sign system for ski areas is eliminated. | George Sellar (R-12) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 75, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| SB 5042 1991–92 |
Efficiency/accountablty commThe statutory expiration date for the Commission is extended to December 31, 1995. | Emilio Cantu (R-41) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 53, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 29, 1991 |
| HB 1151 1991–92 |
Intoxication standardsThe alcohol concentration standard for DWI is lowered for drivers under the age of 21. That is, a person under the age of 21 commits the crime of DWI if he or she drives with 0.04 grams or more of alcohol per 210 liters of... | Roy Ferguson (R-48) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Apr 28, 1991 |
| SB 5919 1991–92 |
Bringing education home actPART I - PARENTS' RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Parents have the right to know what their child is being taught and are encouraged to exercise their responsibility to participate in their child's education. School districts... | Cliff Bailey (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Apr 28, 1991 |