Past bills
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6173 2005–06 |
Small business tax reliefAnnually, beginning in calendar year 2007, the small business credit must be increased by the fiscal growth factor for the fiscal year that ends June 30th of the prior calendar year. Increases are rounded to the nearest... | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 6174 2005–06 |
Utilities & transportatn comA process for the appointment of pro tem commissioners is established . At the request of the WUTC, the Governor may appoint a pro tem commissioner for the following circumstances: (1) to allow a commissioner whose term has... | Erik Poulsen (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 6176 2005–06 |
State geological surveyDeclares that the purpose of the state geological survey is to map and study the geology of the state of Washington for the benefit of the citizens of the state. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 6177 2005–06 |
Oil & gas/cost-reimbursementAuthorizes the department to enter into a written cost-reimbursement agreement with an applicant, permit holder, or project operator to recover from the applicant, permit holder, or project operator the reasonable costs... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 6178 2005–06 |
Public lands statutesFour duplicate sections are deleted and amendments setting the limits for direct sales at $25,000 and Board of Natural Resources approved sales at $250,000 are reenacted. | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 6184 2005–06 |
Bonuses for teachersCertified instructional staff who attain certification from NBPTS will receive an annual bonus of ten thousand dollars each year they maintain their certification. The annual bonus is provided in addition to compensation... | Jim Kastama (D-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 6198 2005–06 |
Pupil transportationThe primary basis for the student transportation funding formula is changed from a weighted radius distance to the actual miles transported. Reimbursement will be provided for students transported living within one mile of the school. | Phil Rockefeller (D-23) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 6202 2005–06 |
Homeowners' assoc disputesA homeowners' association board or the association owner, occupant, or tenant must use arbitration under RCW 7.04 to resolve any civil actions or controversies related to a homeowners' association dispute. | Darlene Fairley (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 6203 2005–06 |
Out of stock advertised itemNo individual or business entity can offer: (1) a promotional giveaway of retail items, or (2) sell, offer to sell, or advertise discounted items without offering a rain check for the sale or promotional items that are... | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 6210 2005–06 |
Public works board projectsAs recommended by the Board, 16 public works project loans totaling $53.2 million are authorized in this bill. The 16 authorized projects fall into the following categories: 1) three domestic water projects totaling $12.9... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 6212 2005–06 |
Retainer hlth care practicesProvides that a retainer health care practice may not accept periodic payment for health care services to retainer subscribers. | Karen Keiser (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 6215 2005–06 |
Tortious conductThe tort liability of the state, and its local and special purpose governments, extends to conduct that is comparable to private activities for which private persons may be liable. A government, a public officer, or a... | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 6218 2005–06 |
Domestic partnersDomestic partner is defined as one of two unmarried, mentally competent adults in a close personal relationship in which the partners: (a) are responsible for each other's common welfare; (b) share the same regular and... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 6220 2005–06 |
Lay off of city employeesNo city or town may layoff or conduct a reduction in force affecting permanent employees and fill the positions formerly occupied by permanent employees with inmates provided through the correctional industries program. | Karen Keiser (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 6224 2005–06 |
WorkFirstDeclares that work activity shall include satisfactory participation in instruction or training which has the purpose of improving parenting skills or child well-being. | Debbie Regala (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 6226 2005–06 |
Candidates/judicial officeCampaign contribution limits are extended to apply to judicial candidates. Contribution limits imposed for Superior Court judges may not exceed an aggregate of $700 per election, and for offices for the Washington Supreme... | Darlene Fairley (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 6227 2005–06 |
Rental late feesThe Residential Landlord-Tenant Act is amended to provide that a landlord cannot charge a late fee in excess of 10 percent of the monthly rent payment or 50 dollars, whichever is greater. Late fees cannot be charged more than... | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 6228 2005–06 |
Homeowners' assoc conflictsIt is clarified that the governing documents of a homeowners' association are controlling, unless: (1) it is expressly stated in the Act that the statute controls (e.g. the statutes addressing the display of the American flag... | Darlene Fairley (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 6229 2005–06 |
Home inspectorsProvides that, in order to safeguard life, health, and property, and to promote the public welfare, any person in either public or private capacity practicing or offering to practice home inspecting, is required to submit... | Harriet Spanel (D-40) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 6233 2005–06 |
Insurance comm authorityCurrent laws governing premium rates in the individual insurance market are repealed. The requirement that benefits in an individual health plan be reasonable in relation to the amount charged is reestablished, and carriers... | Pat Thibaudeau (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 6238 2005–06 |
Traffic safety camerasThe automated traffic safety camera law is expanded to include authorizing local governments to use cameras to detect speed violations on arterial highways within cities over 500,000 persons. | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 6240 2005–06 |
Interchange & associated feeDeclares that "interchange fee" means the fee a merchant's financial institution pays to a cardholder's financial institution when a cardholder uses a credit card or debit card as payment during a retail transaction. Provides... | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 1012 2005–06 |
Computer spywareProhibits an unauthorized person or entity from installing software on a consumer's computer that would take over control of the computer, modify its security settings, collect the user's personally identifiable information,... | Jeff Morris (D-40) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 500, Laws of 2005 |
May 17, 2005 |
| HB 1137 2005–06 |
Physical therapyRedefines practice parameters and permissible activities for physical therapists to include examinations to determine proper diagnoses and plans for therapeutic interventions; designing and implementing interventions; training... | Dawn Morrell (D-25) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 501, Laws of 2005 |
May 17, 2005 |
| HB 1158 2005–06 |
County treasurerAllows the official submission of documents to governmental entities through private delivery services and creates related procedural regulations. | Dean Takko (D-19) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 502, Laws of 2005 |
May 17, 2005 |