All bills
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5844 1997–98 |
Marine/nonhighway fuel taxesThe current motor fuel vehicle tax rate is used to calculate the amount of transfers to the marine fuel tax refund account, the snowmobile account, and the general fund for off-road vehicle expenditures. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 5850 1997–98 |
Construction employmentThe immunity from suit provided to design professionals under current law is eliminated. Injured workers or their beneficiaries may not seek third-party damages against general or prime contractors, subcontractors, or their... | Ann Anderson (R-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 5851 1997–98 |
Ground water right develpmntIncreased specificity is provided in regard to construction of replacement or additional wells: 1)Additional or substitute wells must continue to tap the same ground water body as the original well; 2)It is clearly provided... | Bob Morton (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 5864 1997–98 |
Drive-by shooting"Reckless endangerment in the first degree" is renamed "drive-by shooting." "Reckless endangerment in the second degree" is renamed "reckless endangerment." Drive-by shooting is a A violent offense. @ Drive-by shooting is a... | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 5875 1997–98 |
Veterans & military personnlThe Joint Select Committee on Veterans and Military Personnel Affairs is created. The committee consists of four members, one from each caucus of the House of Representatives and the Senate. | Lena Swanson (D-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 5877 1997–98 |
Lottery winnings assignmentA lottery prize winner may assign all or a portion of the remainder of his or her prize to a third party. The provision prohibiting the implementation of the assignment law until a ruling is provided by the IRS regarding the... | Irv Newhouse (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 5894 1997–98 |
Correctnl personnel trainingThe Board on Correctional Training Standards and Education is established to monitor and evaluate training and education programs for correctional personnel. | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 5896 1997–98 |
Civil rights act of 1997The Washington State Civil Rights Act of 1997 is enacted. The bill substantially parallels the federal Civil Rights Act. | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 5919 1997–98 |
Sex offender sentncng alternLegislative findings and intent are specified relating to the lack of any systematic evaluation of impact on victims of the special sex offender sentencing alternative (SSOSA). The intent section declares a need for such an... | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 5922 1997–98 |
Capital projects expenditursBeginning in the 1999-2001 biennium, the state Legislature is prohibited from making appropriations which will increase the percentage of expenditures for nonstate projects. This prohibition is limited to expenditures which... | James West (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 5924 1997–98 |
General assistance eligibltyPersons who have been determined eligible for GA-U and who are chemically dependent are subject to certain requirements in order to continue their eligibility. | James West (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 5930 1997–98 |
Vehicle liability coverageThe owner of a vehicle wishing to license or renew the license of the vehicle must provide proof of motor vehicle liability insurance, or in lieu of an insurance policy, a certificate of self-insurance or proof of coverage... | Julia Patterson (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 5935 1997–98 |
Long-term medical care costsFor persons receiving medical assistance from the Department of Social and Health Services, the department may recover the cost of the assistance from the recipient's estate, based on the law in effect at the time the benefit... | R. Lorraine Wojahn (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 5972 1997–98 |
Contributions by mailThe period in relation to a regular session in which accepting or soliciting campaign contributions is proscribed begins on December 10. A contribution that is received by mail and postmarked before the proscribed period may... | Bob McCaslin (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 5983 1997–98 |
Industrial investmentsIndustrial projects of statewide significance are defined. Counties and cities are to include in their written plans a process for expediting the completion of projects of statewide significance. | Ray Schow (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6006 1997–98 |
Electric utility industryBy September 1, 1998, electric utilities are directed to unbundle and separately account for generation, transmission, and distribution assets and operations according to the costs contributed by each class of customers.... | Bill Finkbeiner (R-45) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6015 1997–98 |
Water recreation facilitiesThe exemption in the water recreation facilities regulations for facilities intended for the exclusive use of a condominium complex or any group or association of less than 15 home owners is expanded to include any facility... | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6023 1997–98 |
Unemployment compensationUnemployment insurance coverage for corporate board members is optional. However, the decision on whether to participate in the UI program must be uniform for all board members. | Pat Thibaudeau (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6092 1997–98 |
Health care policy brd aboliThe Health Care Policy Board is eliminated effective July 1, 1997. The responsibility for approving and monitoring health care delivery arrangements which might tend to lessen competition is transferred to the Department of Health. | James West (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6093 1997–98 |
Basic health planThe Health Care Authority is no longer authorized to pay commissions to insurance agents or brokers who assist people apply for BHP coverage, unless funds are provided in the budget for that purpose. The requirement that... | James West (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6110 1997–98 |
Personal responsibility actThe "Washington WorkFirst" program is established as the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program for Washington State. There is no legal entitlement to public assistance. | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6116 1997–98 |
Puget Sound council membrshpThe membership of the Puget Sound Council is increased from nine members to eleven members. One member is selected from each of the two largest Senate caucuses by the President of the Senate, and one member from each of the... | Darlene Fairley (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6125 1997–98 |
DUI victim impact panelsA person who is convicted of a violation of the laws relating to driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs (DUI) or who enters a deferred prosecution based on a DUI is required by the court to participate in a victim... | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6132 1997–98 |
Sellers of travelRegistration of Travel Sellers . A separate registration fee must be paid for each office or business location having two or more employees for businesses operating in multiple locations. Registration is renewed annually... | Ray Schow (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6135 1997–98 |
Covenant marriagesA covenant marriage is defined as a marriage entered into by one man and one woman who understand and agree that the marriage between them is a lifelong relationship. The parties may contract a covenant marriage by declaring... | Bob Oke (R-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |