Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Ken Jacobsen
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 1051 1991–92 |
Student exchange organizatnsThe Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) is responsible for maintaining a registry of international student exchange organizations that place students in Washington public schools. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 128, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1196 1991–92 |
Center environ/molecular sciBy November 1, 1991 Washington State University will submit a proposal to the Higher Education Coordinating Board. The proposal will describe a long-term development plan for a Center for Environmental and Molecular Sciences... | Lane Bray (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 156, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1401 1991–92 |
Taxpayers' rights/responsbltTaxpayers have a right to be treated fairly and equitably, including: 1) The right to a written statement explaining the basis for tax deficiencies, interest, and penalties; 2) The right to rely on written advice from the... | Arthur Wang (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 142, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1883 1991–92 |
GasoholThe motor vehicle fuel tax exemption is continued until December 31, 1999. Motor fuels with ethanol may be marketed if the resultant blend meets applicable fuel standards. | Ron Meyers (D-26) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 145, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 2027 1991–92 |
Student tuition refundFor the purposes of this legislation, the term "eligible student" is defined. An eligible student must meet three conditions. | Clyde Ballard (R-12) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 164, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1277 1991–92 |
Geothermal accountThe termination date of the geothermal account is extended for six years, to June 30, 1997, or when 30 megawatts of geothermal power is certified as commercially available by the receiving utilities and the State Energy... | Bill Grant (D-16) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 76, Laws of 1991 |
May 9, 1991 |
| HB 1377 1991–92 |
Scoliosis screening programThe frequency of required scoliosis screening in the public schools is reduced from annual screening of all students in grades five through ten, to requiring that public school students be examined for scoliosis at least three... | Wilson Peery (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 86, Laws of 1991 |
May 9, 1991 |
| HB 1470 1991–92 |
Public works projects apprpsSixty-five public works projects totaling $51,900,000 are recommended by the Public Works Board for fiscal year 1991. The appropriation for these projects was included in the 1989-91 capital budget. | Val Ogden (D-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 97, Laws of 1991 |
May 9, 1991 |
| HB 1536 1991–92 |
Hospice services extensionThis bill extends the optional Medicaid hospice benefit to June 30, 1993. | Calvin Anderson (D-43) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 119, Laws of 1991 |
May 9, 1991 |
| HB 1571 1991–92 |
Election returns recountIf the difference in the votes cast for the top two vote getters for an office is not more than 0.25 percent, the recount mandated by state law must be conducted manually. | Evan Jones (D-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 90, Laws of 1991 |
May 9, 1991 |
| HB 1723 1991–92 |
Excellence in higher ed fundThe Washington Fund for Excellence in Higher Education Program is established. The program is designed to encourage colleges and universities to work together to address specific system problems. | Val Ogden (D-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 98, Laws of 1991 |
May 9, 1991 |
| HB 1143 1991–92 |
Honorary degreesUpon recommendation of the faculty, the governing boards of the regional institutions of higher education, and the governing boards of the community colleges may grant honorary degrees. The honorary degrees may be granted to... | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 58, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| HB 2187 1991–92 |
Nonprofit orgs tax exemptnsAny public benefit nonprofit organization is exempt from paying B&O tax and from collecting sales taxes on amounts received from fundraising auctions if the organization does not conduct more than one auction per year and the... | John O'Brien (D-37) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 51, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 26, 1991 |
| HB 1800 1991–92 |
International relations offcAn Office of International Relations and Protocol is created within the Governor's Office. It serves as the state's official liaison and protocol office with foreign governments. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 24, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 22, 1991 |
| HB 1200 1991–92 |
Physical therapistsThe authority for physical therapists to treat patients directly and without the necessity of a prior consultation or periodic review is continued indefinitely. The board is directed to determine the standards of appropriate care. | Betty Morris (D-18) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 12, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 15, 1991 |
| HB 1702 1991–92 |
Beef commission compositionThe voting membership of the Beef Commission is expanded to include one additional dairy beef producer. All members of the commission are appointed by the Director of the Department of Agriculture. | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 9, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 8, 1991 |