Past bills
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2135 1993–94 |
Revenue(AS OF HOUSE 2ND READING 4/24/93) Authorizes a county in which is located a national monument to levy a two percent special excise tax on lodging. Restricts the use of the funds for a rest area for tourists. Increases... | Gregory Fisher (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Apr 26, 1993 |
| HB 1569 1993–94 |
Malicious harassmentChanges are made to the malicious harassment statute to address constitutional concerns and new policy considerations. The Legislature makes findings concerning the seriousness of hate crimes. | Marlin Appelwick (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 127, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 25, 1993 |
| SB 5082 1993–94 |
Poultry farming regulationsLegislative recognition is given that raising ratites is an agricultural pursuit. Ratites are included in the definition of poultry. | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 105, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5101 1993–94 |
Motorcycle feesThe price of a renewal motorcycle endorsement is increased from $7.50 to $14. The maximum price that can be charged to students for a DOL-sponsored motorcycle skills education course is increased from $30 to $50. | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 115, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5125 1993–94 |
Salmon fishing licensesThe landing requirement is deleted. | Brad Owen (D-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 100, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5139 1993–94 |
Historical societiesLegislative findings include that: there is a strong community of interest between the State Historical Society and the State Capital Historical Society; the capacity to preserve our state's heritage and the unique history of... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 101, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5148 1993–94 |
Disabled parking space useA $50 fine for parking illegally in a disabled parking space is established. Local jurisdictions must use their portion of this fine exclusively for law enforcement. | Shirley Winsley (R-28) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 106, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5217 1993–94 |
Public works contractsThe statute governing prevailing wage and the construction of a new facility by a private party which is to be rented, leased or purchased by a state agency is repealed. | Dwight Pelz (D-37) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 110, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5229 1993–94 |
State rest area regulationThe Washington State Patrol is authorized to jointly adopt rules with the Department of Transportation governing not only the safety of the traveling public, but the conduct of the public at rest area facilities. | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 116, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5302 1993–94 |
Food fish/shellfish possessnImmediate family members of tideland owners or lessees may take unlimited quantities of shellfish from private or leased tidelands. Immediate family member is defined to include spouse, brother, sister, grandparent, parent,... | Brad Owen (D-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 117, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5320 1993–94 |
Detergent phosphorus contentLaundry detergents containing more than .5 percent phosphorous cannot be sold or distributed for sale within the state after July 1, 1994. Dishwashing detergents containing more than 8.7 percent phosphorous cannot be sold or... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 118, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5324 1993–94 |
School transportation costsChapter 265, Laws of 1981 (RCW 28A.150.280) is reenacted. | Dwight Pelz (D-37) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 111, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5368 1993–94 |
Vessels/sales tax exemptionSales of vessels to residents of foreign countries for use outside the state are exempt from sales and use taxes if the vessel is not used in this state for more than 45 days and the nonresident provides an exemption... | Brad Owen (D-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 119, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5378 1993–94 |
Horticultural plants/faciltyIt is clarified that the definition of horticultural plant includes cuttings, budsticks, scion wood and similar plant parts used for propagative purposes. The term "turf" is defined. | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 120, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5384 1993–94 |
Investment advisersThe director of the Department of Licensing is authorized to adopt rules delineating permissible performance based compensation arrangements for investment advisors. Any rule adopted by the director may only allow those... | Ray Moore (D-36) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 114, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5426 1993–94 |
Gross weight permit authortyThe Department of Transportation's (DOT) annual additional tonnage permit and fee structure are incorporated into the combined license fee collected by the Department of Licensing. Distribution of the revenue from the combined... | Valoria Loveland (D-16) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 102, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5427 1993–94 |
Tire limitsAny axle manufactured after July 1, 1993, and carrying more than 10,000 pounds must be equipped with four tires. Effective January 1, 1997, any axle carrying more than 10,000 pounds must have four or more tires, regardless of... | Valoria Loveland (D-16) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 103, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5442 1993–94 |
Tow truck operatorsThe WSP is prohibited from rescinding a registered tow truck operator's letter of appointment because the operator negotiates a different rate for an owner-requested tow than for the WSP contracted rate. | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 121, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5515 1993–94 |
Workers' comp claimsThe rules regarding attorney's fees in appeals from a decision of the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals either to superior court or the court of appeals are made consistent with the principle that if the worker prevails,... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 122, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5535 1993–94 |
Truck taxationThe motor vehicle excise tax (MVET) rate is increased from 2.2 percent to 2.78 percent for any truck-type power unit used in combination with a trailer to transport loads in excess of 40,000 pounds combined gross weight. This... | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 123, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5580 1993–94 |
Manufactured housingThe Director of the Department of Community Development is given authority to enforce federal manufactured housing safety and construction standards. The director is authorized to make agreements with the federal government,... | Ray Moore (D-36) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 124, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5597 1993–94 |
Documentary materials useThe Attorney General may provide copies of materials obtained pursuant to a civil investigative demand to any law enforcement official of this state, another state or the federal government who is responsible for enforcing... | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 125, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5660 1993–94 |
Citizens' exchange programThe Secretary of State, in consultation with the Department of Trade and Economic Development, Department of Agriculture, economic development consultants, the consular corps, and other international trade organizations is... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 113, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5678 1993–94 |
Wineries/commission merchantA domestic winery who purchases agricultural commodities solely for its own needs is exempt from regulation under the commission merchants laws. | Valoria Loveland (D-16) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 104, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5699 1993–94 |
Pacific NW economic regionThe organizational structure of the PNWER is modified. The delegate council is expanded to include the Governor or Governor's designee from each participating state and the premier or premier's designee from each participating... | Alan Bluechel (R-45) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 108, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |