Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Gary Nelson
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6087 1991–92 |
Pet animal regulationThe state of Washington preempts the field with respect to the regulation of potentially dangerous or dangerous dogs. Local jurisdictions may enact only those ordinances and penalties relating to potentially dangerous or... | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6100 1991–92 |
Prejudice of judgesIn judicial districts where cases are assigned from a master calendar on the date of trial, a motion for prejudice must be filed with the assigned trial judge immediately upon the judge's arrival in his courtroom. EFFECT OF... | Phil Talmadge (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6106 1991–92 |
Weapons in restricted areasThe current prohibition against possessing a firearm in a courtroom or judge's chamber while either is being used for judicial proceedings is expanded to include weapons. The weapons prohibition also includes the waiting area... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6109 1991–92 |
Forfeited firearms disposalA new division is made of the proceeds from the sale of forfeited firearms, and law enforcement agencies are given an alternative to sale for disposing of firearms. The agency that seizes and sells the firearms may keep 60... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6112 1991–92 |
Juror limitations"Juror time of availability" and "jury term" mean the time period the juror is required to remain available for jury service although the juror need not be actually present at the court facility. "Juror time of service" means... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6139 1991–92 |
Deferred prosecutionA court may require a petitioner seeking a deferred prosecution order to waive his or her right to a trial by jury as a condition of granting the deferred prosecution. EFFECT OF PROPOSED SUBSTITUTE: As a condition of having a... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6142 1991–92 |
Appearance bondsA bonding company or surety must make a demand for the return of a forfeited bond prior to the adjudication of the defendant's case. EFFECT OF PROPOSED SUBSTITUTE: Technical changes are made. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6156 1991–92 |
Warrant serversWarrant servers may be employees of either the municipal courts or the city police departments. The title of the position is changed from warrant "server" to warrant "officer." Warrant officers are expressly authorized to make... | Phil Talmadge (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6173 1991–92 |
Ballot propositns/publ fundsA state or local governmental agency may not disburse funds in the form of dues to an entity that uses any portion of the dues for the support of or opposition to a ballot proposition. EFFECT OF PROPOSED SUBSTITUTE: It is... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6210 1991–92 |
Sentencing alternativesDrug Offender Treatment Option : Eligibility for this option is limited to those convicted of a drug offense other than offenses involving selling for profit, minors, protected zones, firearms, homicide or the manufacture of... | Leo K. Thorsness (R-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6264 1991–92 |
Process server registrationCounty clerks are required to develop a registration process for maintaining a register of process servers in the county. The clerks may collect an annual fee of up to $10 from each process server. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6337 1991–92 |
Sheriffs services feesSheriff's fees for official services rendered are increased. Additional services, with corresponding fees are listed. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6350 1991–92 |
Aircraft maintenance trainng(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE) Authorizes appropriations to carry out the purposes of the act only after the governor determines that a commercial airline will establish a new facility in this state for the maintenance of... | James West (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6369 1991–92 |
Mental illness/firearms possA person may not possess any firearm if he or she has been committed by court order for treatment of mental illness under the state's criminal insanity statute, or at least 90 days confinement under the state's Involuntary... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 5064 1991–92 |
Driver's licensesThe Department of Licensing (DOL) is authorized to administratively suspend or revoke the driving privileges of any person arrested for DWI who has a breath/blood alcohol reading of 0.10 or greater. A law enforcement officer... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 26, 1992 |
| SB 6178 1991–92 |
Common school improvementPART I - ENHANCING THE TEACHING PROFESSION The masters degree requirement for continuing teacher certification is repealed. The initial certificate is valid for seven years and may be reinstated pursuant to State Board of... | Cliff Bailey (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 18, 1992 |
| SB 6041 1991–92 |
Juvenile justice actThe original bill was not considered. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 16, 1992 |
| SB 5769 1991–92 |
Nonpower vehicle fees/taxesThe state is allowed to charge only a pro rata share of registration fees for trailers registered in Washington that travel in other states. The pro rata share is based on the percentage of overall miles traveled in Washington. | James West (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 7, 1992 |
| SB 6387 1991–92 |
Crime victims' advocacy offcThe Office of Crime Victims' Advocacy is established within the Department of Community Development to provide a focus within state government on the rights of and services for victims of crime. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 7, 1992 |
| SB 6458 1991–92 |
Superior court judgesThe numbers of superior court judges in four counties are increased as follows: in King County, the number of superior court judges is increased from 46 to 58; in Snohomish County, the number of superior court judges is... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 7, 1992 |
| SB 5957 1991–92 |
Higher ed/operating budgetBeginning with the 1992-93 fiscal year the state operating budget for higher education shall be increased by a minimum of 1 percent until the percentage of the general fund state operating budget for higher education is at or... | Leo K. Thorsness (R-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 5, 1992 |
| SB 6473 1991–92 |
Transmission line tree trimBy September 1, 1992, the Utilities and Transportation Commission is directed to adopt rules for investor-owned electric utilities specifying procedures related to removing trees and vegetation that constitute a hazard to... | Leo K. Thorsness (R-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 3, 1992 |
| SB 6450 1991–92 |
Ferry bondsAuthorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds in the amount of two hundred ten million dollars. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 31, 1992 |
| SB 6415 1991–92 |
Fradulent use of servicesProvides penalties for fraudulent use of services and rental property. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 29, 1992 |
| SB 6394 1991–92 |
Superior court clerk's feesRevises the provisions of RCW 36.18.020 relating to the schedule of clerk's fees for the superior courts. | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 28, 1992 |