Past bills
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5939 2007–08 |
Economic benchmarksThe intent of the Legislature includes providing a benchmarking mechanism for the state's economy. The ECC is directed to work in consultation with the Washington economic development commission, instead of with the advisory... | Claudia Kauffman (D-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5940 2007–08 |
Funds for long-term careProhibits the use of state funds provided for long-term care services from being used to assist, promote, or deter union organization. | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5941 2007–08 |
Health care facilitiesWhen the federal government does not provide sufficient funding to cover all health facility certifications and re-certifications, DOH may assess fees on certification and re-certification applicants or receive state... | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5942 2007–08 |
Bilingual instruction staffCertificated instructional staff who can demonstrate that they are fluent in two languages and use both languages in the classroom instruction of their students will receive an annual bonus of 10 percent of the salary... | Dale Brandland (R-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5943 2007–08 |
High poverty school districtStarting with the 2007-08 school year, a new allocation will be established to provide additional funding to school districts in high poverty areas. A school district is eligible for an additional allocation if, in the October... | Dale Brandland (R-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5944 2007–08 |
Ignition interlock devicesA police officer who has probable cause to believe a person is driving a motor vehicle without a functioning ignition interlock device when that person is required to only operate a motor vehicle that is equipped with such a... | Dale Brandland (R-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5945 2007–08 |
MaterialpersonsRevises materialmen to materialpersons. | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5946 2007–08 |
Actuary's recommendationsAddresses the state actuary's recommendations concerning projected improvements in the mortality of members and beneficiaries of the Washington state retirement systems. | Mark Schoesler (R-9) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5947 2007–08 |
Tax on employee tipsThe bill as referred to committee not considered. | Ed Murray (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5948 2007–08 |
Real property electronic recCreates the uniform real property electronic recording act. | Brian Weinstein (D-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5949 2007–08 |
Adult family home providersPECBA is amended to apply to the Governor with respect to adult family home providers, and to govern collective bargaining between the Governor and the providers' exclusive bargaining representative. | Karen Keiser (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5950 2007–08 |
Social workerThe definition of "social worker" is added to the chapter of law related to the DOH's licensing of "licensed advanced social workers" and "licensed independent clinical social workers." A "social worker" is defined as someone:... | Ed Murray (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5951 2007–08 |
Nurse practitionersRepeals the expiration provision in the act authorizing nurse practitioners to treat those covered by industrial insurance. | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5954 2007–08 |
Motor-driven vesselsNo motor-driven vessel of more than 30 feet in length that is subject to registration may be owned or piloted in Washington unless the person carries at least $300,000 in liability insurance coverage. Written proof of... | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5956 2007–08 |
Teacher certificationTeachers that take college courses as a requirement for obtaining their professional certification can apply for full or partial tuition reimbursements from the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI). A... | Rodney Tom (D-48) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5960 2007–08 |
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 14, 2008 |
| SB 5961 2007–08 |
Bail bond forfeituresAddresses bail bond forfeitures. Designates the clerk of the court to, within thirty days of the forfeiture, mail notice of the forfeiture to the surety. Directs the clerk of the court to also mail a copy of the forfeiture... | Mike Carrell (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5962 2007–08 |
Lief Erikson dayDeclares that the ninth day of October be recognized as Lief Erikson day, but shall not be considered a legal holiday for any purpose. | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5963 2007–08 |
Health professions accountDirects the secretary to spend unappropriated funds in the health professions account to meet unanticipated costs when revenues exceed more than fifteen percent over the department's estimated six-year spending projections.... | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5965 2007–08 |
Financial literacyProvides that, to the extent funds are appropriated or are available for this purpose, the superintendent of public instruction and other members of the partnership created in RCW 28A.300.455 shall make available to school... | Steve Hobbs (D-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5966 2007–08 |
Climate change consequencesThe Department of Natural Resources must contract with the University of Washington College of Forest Resources to, in summary, conduct the following activities: identify cost-effective treatments for reducing the risk of... | Dan Swecker (R-20) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5968 2007–08 |
Lemon law coverageThe lemon law applies to vehicles purchased or leased in Washington regardless of what state the vehicle is initially registered in. The three dollar lemon law arbitration fee that is collected by vehicle dealers and lessors... | Derek Kilmer (D-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5969 2007–08 |
Civic education travel grantCreates the Civic Education Travel Grant program to assist with travel costs for students participating in civic education competitions or events. | Derek Kilmer (D-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5970 2007–08 |
Community options programDeclares that in determining the maximum amount of resources a person can have to meet the resource eligibility requirements for community options program entry system benefits or services, the department may not include... | Senator (D-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5971 2007–08 |
Child welfareThe Secretary of the Department of Social and Health services must convene an advisory committee to analyze and make recommendations on the disproportionate representation of children of color in Washington's child welfare and... | Claudia Kauffman (D-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 14, 2008 |