Past bills
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5553 1993–94 |
Asbestos disease claimsProvides for the appointment of special assistant attorney generals to prosecute actions against federal program insurers. | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5554 1993–94 |
Insurance assessments noticeRevises notification requirements for industrial insurance assessments. | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5555 1993–94 |
Safe drinking water actNew language is added in the parts of the statute which authorize state agencies to participate in implementation of the federal safe drinking water laws. The language states that the federal Environmental Protection Agency... | Al Williams (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5557 1993–94 |
Alcohol serversAfter July 1, 1994, individuals participating in the sale or service of alcoholic beverages at establishments licensed to sell such beverages for on-premise consumption are required to obtain an alcohol server's class 12... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5558 1993–94 |
Gambling regulationAuthorizes blackjack in class A and E card rooms only. Imposes a tax of five hundred dollars per table per month. | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5559 1993–94 |
Commercial stimulantsRevises the definition of "commercial stimulant" in RCW 9.46.0217. | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5560 1993–94 |
Public use of consultantsEvery city, town, county and special district must include a statement of all expenditures for consultants, identifying each consultant, the compensation, and the terms of each contract in the annual financial reports which... | Eugene Prince (R-9) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5561 1993–94 |
Insurance contractsAn insurer may not take adverse action with regard to an insured (e.g., cancel, increase premiums, or reduce coverage) solely because the insured filed a claim, provided two criteria are met. First, there can be no more than... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5562 1993–94 |
Literature diversityWhen the State Board of Education adopts rules regarding the subject area requirements for an endorsement to provide instruction in English, the rules shall recognize all literature as literature provided that it is written or... | Dwight Pelz (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5563 1993–94 |
Farm vehicle trip permitsA farmer who meets the special reduced farm vehicle licensing provisions, may, in lieu of monthly combined licensing, purchase a three-day trip permit. | Scott Barr (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5564 1993–94 |
Chiropractic pilot programEstablishes a pilot program that is designed to determine whether the availability of chiropractic care will result in improved health outcomes and cost savings. | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5565 1993–94 |
Chiropractors/medical claimsDirects the chiropractic disciplinary board to adopt standards for the education, qualifications, and training of chiropractic physicians who issue professional opinions on the condition, prognosis, or treatment of a patient. | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5566 1993–94 |
Fire investigator assaultDeclares that an assault on a fire investigator is assault in the third degree, a class C felony. | Shirley Winsley (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5568 1993–94 |
Agency rules durationNo existing rule, the violation of which subjects a person to a penalty or administrative sanction, may be effective for more than three years unless readopted pursuant to the Administrative Procedure Act if it was adopted by... | Jim Jesernig (D-8) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5569 1993–94 |
Children's investment actAuthorizes a grant program to actively support programs for at-risk children that focus on local responses which are culturally sensitive, empower the family to become more self-sufficient, reach children and their families... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5570 1993–94 |
Workers' comp/small businessEmployers with three or fewer employees with an annual payroll of less than $5,000 pay a premium of $40 per year. These employers are required to furnish an annual payroll report with their premium payment. | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5571 1993–94 |
Developmentally disabledDeclares that home and community-based settings offer the best opportunity for normal living for persons with developmental disabilities. Authorizes the secretary to close residential habilitation centers or major portions of... | Linda Smith (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5573 1993–94 |
Legislative rules reviewThe Joint Administrative Rules Review Committee (JARRC) is to appoint an executive director and general counsel, and may employ additional staff as necessary to carry out its duties. | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5575 1993–94 |
CosmetologistsProvides that persons engaged in the practice of basic manicuring between 1984 and July 1991 must pass a basic manicuring examination by July 1, 1994, if they wish to continue practicing basic manicuring. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5576 1993–94 |
Residence sale/disclosuresWhen offering residential real property for sale, the owner, at the earliest time practicable, must disclose in writing to a prospective purchaser, to the best of the owner's knowledge, specific information regarding any... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5579 1993–94 |
State technology strategyThe Department of Community, Trade, and Economic Development is directed to develop a statewide technology strategy. | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5581 1993–94 |
Affordable housingThe Legislature finds that there is a tremendous need for new housing resources and that there are benefits to permitting the creation of second-family residential units on existing single-family lots. | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5582 1993–94 |
Weapons in court facilitiesProvides that it is a misdemeanor offense to enter or attempt to enter a judge's chamber or courtroom with a firearm. Authorizes confiscation and forfeiture of the firearm. Authorizes local governments to issue regulations... | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5583 1993–94 |
Public hospital chaplainsPublic hospital districts are authorized to employ chaplains for their hospitals, health care facilities, and hospice programs. | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5585 1993–94 |
Property tax/senior citizenAmounts deducted from federal adjusted gross income for losses are excluded from the determination of disposable income. | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |