All bills
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6495 2001–02 |
Municipal projectsAny one or more public agencies may cooperate with any one or more other public agencies for the performance of a government service, activity, or undertaking involving public infrastructure of local and regional significance... | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6516 2001–02 |
Self-insurersA self-insurer must pay an award of no more than $10,000 to a claimant who suffers damages resulting from the self-insurer's unreasonable delay or refusal to pay benefits. The Director of Labor and Industries must issue an... | Debbie Regala (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6527 2001–02 |
Solicitation license/permitAs part of the license application process, the Office of the Insurance Commissioner requires fingerprints from agents, brokers, solicitors, surplus line brokers, those in the business of financing insurance premiums, and... | Karen Keiser (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6532 2001–02 |
Business subsidy disclosureBusinesses receiving specified tax incentives are required to report on net job creation and wage rates with the Department of Revenue (DOR) by March 1 of each year. Information reported is subject to public disclosure. | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6533 2001–02 |
Mercury reduction/educationThe bill does not apply to over-the-counter (OTC) products that have been approved by the Federal Food and Drug Administration or to apply to dental amalgam. It is unlawful to knowingly dispose of mercury-added products in any... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6569 2001–02 |
Green lanesThe Department of Transportation and local authorities may designate any portion of any highway in their jurisdictions or any HOV lane as a green lane when this designation increases efficiency, aids in the conservation of... | Bill Finkbeiner (R-45) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6579 2001–02 |
Occ & safety impact grantsA program is established in the Department of Labor and Industries to provide occupational safety and health impact grants until July 1, 2008. The grants program is funded from Medical Aid Account reserves that exceed actuarial needs. | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6592 2001–02 |
Cig tax contracts/tribesThe Snoqualmie Tribe and the Swinomish Tribe are added to the list of tribes with which the Governor may enter into cooperative agreements. | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6616 2001–02 |
Collection agenciesThe definition of "collection agency" does not apply to a person who collects or attempts to collect claims while acting as a managing agent for a condominium or homeowners' association. In order to qualify for this exemption,... | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6618 2001–02 |
Convention & trade centerThe requirement that any contract between the bureau and the center include $1.10 in matching nonpublic funds is eliminated. | Pat Thibaudeau (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6623 2001–02 |
Consumer mortgage lendingA legislative joint task force is appointed to review the adequacy of notice requirements in mortgage lending and methods to encourage greater participation by prime lenders in low and moderate-income mortgage lending. | Georgia Gardner (D-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6632 2001–02 |
International tradeA permanent legislative committee on globalization and trade agreements is created. The President of the Senate appoints four senators and the Speaker of the House appoints four representatives from the Legislature. | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6656 2001–02 |
Unemployment insuranceAt the request of an individual who utilizes FMLA leave in one or more quarters of a base year, the Employment Security Department must not use any calendar quarters in which the individual took the FMLA leave in calculating... | Darlene Fairley (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6663 2001–02 |
Vehicle impoundmentWhen a vehicle is impounded, the impounding tow operator must notify the legal and registered owner by telephone and first-class mail within 24 hours of the impoundment. The owners of any other items of personal property... | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6669 2001–02 |
Consumer prtctn/real estateAn agent or broker is liable under the CPA if the agent or broker has actual knowledge that the seller's disclosure statement contains any error, inaccuracy, or omission and fails to disclose material information to the buyer... | Pat Thibaudeau (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6670 2001–02 |
Wrongful death actionsThe abuse of vulnerable adults statute is amended to eliminate the requirement that parents and siblings of a decedent who was a vulnerable adult may only recover damages in a civil action if such beneficiaries were dependent... | Darlene Fairley (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6684 2001–02 |
District court judgesThe number of district court judges in King County is reduced from 26 to 23. Current district court judges serve out the remainder of their terms. | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6688 2001–02 |
CigarettesStamps may not be affixed to products of any manufacturer who has neither become a participating manufacturer or made all required escrow payments. The Attorney General must publish a list annually of all tobacco manufacturers... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6690 2001–02 |
Government utility authorityIt is affirmed that cities and towns have the authority to operate fire hydrants and streetlights as part of their rate-based water and electric utilities. Fire hydrants are specifically included as a waterworks utility which... | Erik Poulsen (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6695 2001–02 |
Construction-related liensThe limitations on lien claims in single family residential remodel and repair projects are made applicable to custom single family residential new construction. The effect of a notice of a right to claim a lien in a single... | Shirley Winsley (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6697 2001–02 |
Ultra-fuel efficient vehicleUltra-fuel-efficient fuel cell motor vehicles are exempt from vehicle emission testing. "Ultra-fuel-efficient fuel cell vehicle" is defined to mean vehicles that operate on an electrochemical reaction that generates... | Bill Finkbeiner (R-45) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6706 2001–02 |
Public hearings/initiativesThe Secretary of State must hold public hearings on initiative measures that have been certified to the general election ballot by the Secretary of State. The hearings must be held from 45 to 15 days before the general election. | Dan Swecker (R-20) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6734 2001–02 |
Mobile homes/sewer systemsA city, town or county may require an existing mobile home park to replace an existing, functional septic system with a sewer system if the mobile home park is within an area designated under the Growth Management Act as an... | Lisa Brown (D-3) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6738 2001–02 |
Payment of insurance claimsWith the stated purpose of ensuring prompt payment of insurance claims, a new chapter is added to Washington's insurance law. This purpose is manifested in various provisions that create definitions, notice requirements, and... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6754 2001–02 |
Unemployment benefitsMaximum unemployment insurance benefits are extended for workers who are unemployed due to a lockout. Benefits are payable until the lockout is terminated or until the worker has received 60 weeks of benefits, whichever occurs first. | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |