Past bills
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2556 1999–00 |
Bomb making/minorsFinds that an ever-increasing amount of information on making explosive devices such as bombs is being made readily available to an ever-growing number of people, including young children. | Mike Carrell (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2557 1999–00 |
Law library servicesDirects the state library to investigate the possibility of contracting with the vendor or vendors of online electronic legal research services for the provision of such services state-wide through the county law library system. | Mike Carrell (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2560 1999–00 |
Horse rcng comm/crmnl recordAuthorizes the commission to receive criminal history record information that includes nonconviction data for any purpose associated with the investigation for suitability for involvement in horse racing activities authorized... | Eileen Cody (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2562 1999–00 |
Contraband tobacco productsRequires the department to erect and maintain at each entrance to the state of Washington on a highway that is part of the interstate system, signs stating the following: "WARNING Possession of contraband tobacco products in... | Jim Clements (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2563 1999–00 |
Drug crimes around childrenEnhanced penalties, doubling the maximum fines and confinement times, is created for any person who unlawfully sells, manufactures, delivers, or possess with intent to manufacture, or deliver a controlled substance, in the... | Mike Carrell (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2564 1999–00 |
Nonparent responsibilitiesDeclares that the obligation to support stepchildren shall cease upon the termination of the relationship of husband and wife. | Mike Carrell (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2566 1999–00 |
Delivery of gov servicesDeclares that public agencies that spend taxpayer dollars should provide the people of the state of Washington the highest quality services attainable in the most cost-effective manner, and use the most efficient means... | Cathy McMorris (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2568 1999–00 |
Civil service reformEnacts the civil service reform act of 2000. Repeals provisions of chapters 41.06, 41.56, and 41.64 RCW. Repeals RCW 28B.16.015. | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2570 1999–00 |
Boarding homes advsry boardThe secretary of the department is responsible for licensing boarding homes and is authorized to designate an advisory board on matters affecting the boarding home program. | Carolyn Edmonds (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2571 1999–00 |
Administrative tribunalDeclares that, notwithstanding the provisions of RCW 4.84.350, no fees or other expenses shall be awarded against an administrative tribunal for actions taken solely as an adjudicative body. | Dow Constantine (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2573 1999–00 |
Vehicle fuel taxDirects the interagency committee for outdoor recreation and the department of licensing to jointly contract with an independent entity to study the sources and determine the distributions and uses of funds provided to... | Mike Cooper (D-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2574 1999–00 |
Inmate laborObjectives of the correctional system : The system should reflect the values of the community, including not displacing citizens from their jobs. Another stated objective of the system is to provide for inmate work programs... | Al O'Brien (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2575 1999–00 |
Naturopathic physiciansPractitioners of naturopathy may refer to themselves as naturopathic physicians, and naturopathy may also be known as naturopathic medicine. But naturopathic physicians may not employ the term acupuncture. | Laura Ruderman (D-45) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2577 1999–00 |
Water-sewer district mergersC Establishes two processes for water-sewer district mergers into cities: (1) if the district, all affected cities and counties agree; and (2) if the district and/or all affected cities do not agree and the merger is approved... | Mark Miloscia (D-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2578 1999–00 |
Child support jurisdictionRevises provisions relating to service of child support documents. Repeals RCW 74.20A.058. | Kathy Lambert (R-45) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2581 1999–00 |
Education specialist certifiDeclares that the intent of the legislature in establishing the certification of specialists program is to allow eligible persons to enter the classroom under the guidance and supervision of a school district and to qualify... | Lynn Schindler (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2583 1999–00 |
Vehicle license info disclosProvides that the registered owner of a vehicle may forbid the department from disclosing the vehicle licensing record if the registered owner is not a business entity. The vehicle's registered owner must provide the... | Lynn Schindler (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2584 1999–00 |
License plate replacementRepeals RCW 46.16.233. | Lynn Schindler (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2585 1999–00 |
Fluoride in water systemsDeclares that fluoride additives to water are toxic and that an immediate moratorium be placed on adding any fluoride to additional public water systems. | Lynn Schindler (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2586 1999–00 |
Rural garbage dumpingIt is unlawful to throw, drop, deposit, discard, or dispose of litter (not including cigarettes or other tobacco products) upon any public property, waters, or property not owned by the polluter. Incorporated Area - A person... | Kathy Haigh (D-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2592 1999–00 |
Domestic violnc/unemply compAuthorizes compensation when the claimant has qualified under RCW 50.20.050(2)(d) and the claimant is temporarily unable to actively search for employment because the claimant is seeking safety or relief for the claimant or... | Val Ogden (D-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2593 1999–00 |
Physicians/jury duty exemptnProvides that, beginning on the effective date of this act, and ending July 1, 2005, a physician licensed under chapter 18.71 RCW who practices in an area that has been designated by the federal government as a health... | Val Ogden (D-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2594 1999–00 |
Downtown/neighbrhood revitalFinds: (1) The continued economic vitality of downtown and neighborhood commercial districts in our state's cities is essential to community preservation, social cohesion, and economic growth; (2) in recent years there has... | Val Ogden (D-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2596 1999–00 |
Deaf interpreter licensingDeclares that the purpose of this act is to establish a system of licensing interpreters for the deaf and hard of hearing that will enhance the opportunities of persons who are deaf and hard of hearing to enjoy the fruits of... | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2597 1999–00 |
Infertility/insuranceRequires that health plans providing benefits for pregnancy-related services cover diagnosis and treatment of infertility. | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |