Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by John Ahern
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2839 2005–06 |
MethamphetaminesRevises methamphetamine provisions. | Chris Strow (R-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 2006 |
| HB 2841 2005–06 |
Estate and transfer taxProvides that the department may collect the generation-skipping transfer tax under this act, including interest and penalties, and shall represent this state in all matters pertaining to the same, either before courts or in... | Ed Orcutt (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 2006 |
| HB 2844 2005–06 |
Election certificationRequires a revote if the number of ballots counted and voters credited with voting cannot be reconciled. | Janéa Holmquist Newbry (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 2006 |
| HB 2709 2005–06 |
Sex offendersFinds that: (1) Rape is one of the most terrifying and demeaning criminal acts an individual can perpetrate against another human being and the personal trauma and anguish suffered by the victims of rape and by their families... | Bob Sump (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 12, 2006 |
| HB 2745 2005–06 |
DUI felonyIncreases penalties for driving or physical control while under the influence. | Al O'Brien (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 12, 2006 |
| HB 2755 2005–06 |
Sex offendersIncreases sentences for specified sex offenses. | Lynn Schindler (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 12, 2006 |
| HB 2613 2005–06 |
Discovery in a criminal caseProvides that discovery materials obtained in criminal cases must remain in the exclusive custody of the attorney and may be used only for preparation of the party's case. | Al O'Brien (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 11, 2006 |
| HB 2616 2005–06 |
State park feesProvides that the commission may not charge fees for general park access or parking. | Jim Buck (R-24) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 11, 2006 |
| HB 2619 2005–06 |
Science/growth managementRequires that counties and cities "consider" the best available science in developing policies and regulations to protect the functions and values of a critical area. | Lynn Schindler (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 11, 2006 |
| HB 2663 2005–06 |
Alternative fuelsCreates tax exemptions for alternative fuel if the fuel is manufactured in Washington state. | Janéa Holmquist Newbry (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 11, 2006 |
| HB 1030 2005–06 |
B & O tax creditIncreases the small business tax credit under the Business and Occupation tax from $35 to $55 per month. | Ed Orcutt (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 1165 2005–06 |
Property value compensationProvides that a county that adopts and/or implements regulations or any other act that sets aside, prevents use, or devalues property or a property interest shall, in addition to liability for any other damages due under... | Dan Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 1178 2005–06 |
Monitoring of minor childrenProvides an exemption from the criminal penalty provisions of the Privacy Act for parents who monitor the phone conversations of their own minor children. | Joyce McDonald (R-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 1199 2005–06 |
Collection of blood alcoholFinds and declares that: (1) The state has a compelling interest in preventing fatal vehicle accidents in this state; (2) In order to prevent fatal vehicle accidents, it is necessary to analyze and understand the causes of... | Kirk Pearson (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 1201 2005–06 |
Sex offenders in schoolsRequires registered sex offenders to notify the sheriff if he or she is planning to enroll at a public or private school, imposes a penalty for failure to notify the sheriff, and requires the sheriff to maintain a list of sex... | Kirk Pearson (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 1274 2005–06 |
Mental health servicesAllows a credit against the business and occupation (B & O) tax for the additional cost to employers associated with paying for required mental health care coverage under HB 1154. | Ed Orcutt (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 1275 2005–06 |
Medical servicesProvides that upon every person engaging within this state in the business of providing medical services; as to such persons, the amount of tax is equal to the gross income of the business multiplied by the rate of 0.138 percent. | Ed Orcutt (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 1277 2005–06 |
Offender registrationRevises registration requirements for sex offenders and kidnapping offenders. Amends RCW 9A.44.130. | Chris Strow (R-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 1333 2005–06 |
Indecent exposureExpands the circumstances under which indecent exposure is a class C felony to include situations in which the perpetrator has been convicted of indecent exposure and the elements of the previous offense are identical to the... | Al O'Brien (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 1362 2005–06 |
Methamphetamine manufactureIncludes the manufacture of methamphetamine, or possession of ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, or anhydrous ammonia with intent to manufacture methamphetamine, as a "most serious offense" in RCW 9.94A.030. | Tom Campbell (R-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 1377 2005–06 |
Property tax exemptionExempts from the state property tax the principal residence of a surviving spouse of a law enforcement officer or a fire fighter who dies as a result of job related injuries. | John Lovick (D-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 1378 2005–06 |
Offenders who are studentsRequires registered sex offenders to notify the sheriff if he or she is planning to enroll at a public or private school and requires the sheriff to promptly notify the school. | John Lovick (D-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 1411 2005–06 |
Tax on estatesEliminates Washington estate tax on estates below the federal estate tax liability filing threshold. | Dan Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 1417 2005–06 |
Water-sewer districtProhibits a city from assuming jurisdiction over all or part of a water-sewer district serving a population greater than 1,000 residents and containing, within its boundaries, the territory of two or more cities, or one city... | Dean Takko (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 1433 2005–06 |
AbortionProvides that, except in a medical emergency, or except as provided in this act, if a pregnant woman is less than eighteen years of age and not emancipated, or if she has been adjudged an incapacitated person, a physician... | Al O'Brien (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |