Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by E. G. "Pat" Patterson
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6273 1991–92 |
Pesticide regulationState authority to regulate pesticides within Washington is complete and no local governing body may adopt regulations regarding pesticide sale or use, with two limited exceptions. Local fire codes may be adopted and... | E. G. "Pat" Patterson (R-9) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
Apr 1, 1992 |
| SB 6078 1991–92 |
State route 901State Route 901 and East Lake Sammamish Parkway are removed from the state highway system. SR 901 is also removed as a scenic highway. | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 26, Laws of 1992 |
Mar 20, 1992 |
| SB 5140 1991–92 |
Physical force/intrudersAn occupant of a dwelling may use any amount of force within the dwelling, including deadly force, against a person who unlawfully enters the dwelling if the occupant has reason to believe: 1) that the intruder has committed,... | Bob McCaslin (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5237 1991–92 |
Vehicle lane travelOn a facility with two or more lanes in one direction, the keep right provisions apply to vehicles with a licensed gross weight of 10,000 pounds or more, except when passing, moving left for merging traffic, or preparing to turn left. | Cliff Bailey (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5302 1991–92 |
Salmon production emphasisThe production of salmon is the primary mission of the Department of Fisheries. During times when the department faces budget cutbacks, the production of salmon shall not be reduced. | Sid Snyder (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5666 1991–92 |
Salmon/steelhead protectionThe Department of Fisheries and the Department of Wildlife shall remove or destroy nonendangered marine mammals which prey upon salmon or steelhead. The departments shall pursue all available options to gain authority to... | A.L. "Slim" Rasmussen (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5746 1991–92 |
Environ protectn requiremntsThe Department of Ecology may designate one or more employees as a technical assistance officer, and organize them into one or more technical assistance units. Their duties are to provide technical assistance for the voluntary... | Scott Barr (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 6089 1991–92 |
Comp. health care reformThe study responsibilities of the Washington Health Care Commission are expanded to include: (1) proposing alternative uniform benefit packages and estimate costs of each; (2) analyzing effects of the federal ERISA act on... | James West (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 6130 1991–92 |
Vehicle registrationThe Department of Licensing (DOL) shall inform all new residents at the time of issuance of a driver's license of the legal obligation to register all vehicles within 30 days of becoming a resident. | E. G. "Pat" Patterson (R-9) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 6181 1991–92 |
Senior volunteer programsLegislative findings indicate that retired seniors have dedicated themselves to programs for education, at-risk youth, adult literacy, and combating drug abuse, and many others. | Irv Newhouse (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 6201 1991–92 |
Taking of private propertyA "taking" of private property for public use occurs whenever the state or a local governmental entity implements a scheme regulating the use of land which causes the assessed value or the fair market value immediately prior... | Neil Amondson (R-20) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 6227 1991–92 |
Art acquisition programParticipation in the visual arts program administered by the Washington State Arts Commission is optional for state institutions of higher education. The governing board of the higher education institution may designate the... | Gerald "Jerry" Saling (R-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 6228 1991–92 |
Higher ed boards' membersMembers of the governing board of the Spokane Joint Center for Higher Education and members of the Workforce Training and Education Coordinating Board are included under the state public disclosure law, and will be required to... | Gerald "Jerry" Saling (R-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 6364 1991–92 |
Fraudulent document useThe Washington State Patrol organized crime advisory board is directed to report by January 1, 1993 on all aspects of the impact of identification document fraud and the efficacy of a state policy that drivers' licenses and... | Jeannette Hayner (R-16) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 6373 1991–92 |
Transportation improvemnt bdA public member to be appointed by the Secretary of Transportation is added to the Transportation Improvement Board. Requirements for this position include experience in transportation planning or land use planning, a... | Tim Erwin (R-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 6448 1991–92 |
Growth management planningCounties with a population of less than 200,000 are authorized to remove themselves from the requirements of the Growth Management Act by adoption of a resolution by June 1, 1993. | George Sellar (R-12) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 6470 1991–92 |
Emergency reserve fundAn emergency reserve fund is established. Beginning in fiscal year 1994, the State Treasurer is directed to transfer into the fund, without appropriation, a specified percentage of general fund-state revenues. | Dan McDonald (R-48) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 6475 1991–92 |
Federal hydro projectsThe powers of the Director of the Department of Ecology are modified to exclude the authority to inspect or approve dam construction, modification, or operation if the dam or facility is licensed under the federal power act.... | Gerald "Jerry" Saling (R-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5209 1991–92 |
Legislative transport commteThe Legislative Transportation Committee membership is increased from 23 to 24 members; 12 Senators appointed by the President of the Senate, and 12 House members appointed by the Speaker of the House. Not more than six... | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 5351 1991–92 |
Sick leave/higher ed emplyesThe sick leave regulations established by the boards of regents or trustees of state institutions of higher education regarding the amount of leave that may be allowed or accrued by officers, administrative personnel,... | Gerald "Jerry" Saling (R-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 5721 1991–92 |
Government liability limitsThe state and all of its political subdivisions are granted immunity from civil liability for damages caused by, or related to, the planning and design for construction, improvement, traffic control devices or signing of a... | Dan McDonald (R-48) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 5731 1991–92 |
Public facilities districtsA public facilities district may impose a sales and use tax at the rate of one-tenth of one percent when approved by the voters of the district. Moneys received from the tax shall be used for the financing, design,... | James West (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 5891 1991–92 |
Woodstove restrictionsPersons over 62 years old who burn wood as a source of heat in their residences are exempt from certain provisions of state and local woodstove burning bans. The exemptions from the woodstove burning bans apply to the first... | Bob Oke (R-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6129 1991–92 |
Vehicle registrationThe Department of Licensing (DOL) shall not issue a driver's license to any person who is a new resident unless that person has obtained a Washington registration for all vehicles they own. EFFECT OF PROPOSED SUBSTITUTE:... | E. G. "Pat" Patterson (R-9) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6194 1991–92 |
Automobile adjustment progmsWithin 90 days of the adoption of an adjustment program, manufacturers are to notify eligible consumers of the program's terms and conditions. Manufacturers are to provide the purchasers of new motor vehicles, at the time of... | Nita Rinehart (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |