Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Ann Anderson
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5739 1995–96 |
Nonprofit org sales/tax exmpThe first $20,000 received in a calendar year by a nonprofit organization from bazaars and rummage sales is exempt from the B&O tax and the sales are not subject to sales tax. A B&O tax exemption is provided for income from... | Gary Strannigan (R-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 11, Laws of 1995, 2nd Special Session |
Jun 15, 1995 |
| SB 5555 1995–96 |
Massage services taxationMassage services are removed from the definition of retail sale. As a result of this change, these activities are no longer subject to the retail sales tax. | Calvin Anderson (D-43) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 12, Laws of 1995, 1st Special Session |
Jun 14, 1995 |
| SB 5003 1995–96 |
Agr funds & accounts interstThe agricultural local fund, the grain inspection revolving fund, and the fair fund are included with the list of funds that receive their prorated share of interest earnings. The rural rehabilitation account, which currently... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 365, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| SB 5121 1995–96 |
Agricultural safety standrdsThe Department of Labor and Industries is directed to delay the effective date of agricultural safety rules adopted after January 1, 1995, until January 15, 1996. This delay covers both changes to agricultural-specific... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 371, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| SB 5616 1995–96 |
Watershed restoration prjctsThe Legislature declares that the goal of the state of Washington is to preserve and restore the natural resources of the state, in particular fish and wildlife, and to improve their habitat. It is the intent of the... | Marcus Gaspard (D-25) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 378, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| SB 5632 1995–96 |
Flood damage reductionReducing flood damage to the use of structural and nonstructural projects is in the public interest. It is the state's duty to assist in funding flood control projects. | Ann Anderson (R-42) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 402, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| SB 5155 1995–96 |
Hydraulic permits/shorelinesA public or private project designed to improve fish habitat, fish passage, or wildlife habitat is exempt from the permit requirements of the Shoreline Management Act when: (1) the project is approved by the Department of Fish... | Jim Hargrove (D-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 333, Laws of 1995 |
May 11, 1995 |
| SB 5169 1995–96 |
Education restructuringThe laws governing K-12 education are revised as follows: Obsolete references and obsolete sections . Obsolete references to repealed statutes are deleted. Programs that expire or are replaced by other programs are deleted. | Rosemary McAuliffe (D-1) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 335, Laws of 1995 |
May 11, 1995 |
| SB 5574 1995–96 |
Forest board transfer landsThe Legislature directs that the Legislative Budget Committee, in consultation with the Washington State members of the Western States Legislatures Forestry Task Force and the chairs of the Senate and House of Representatives... | Jim Hargrove (D-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 334, Laws of 1995 |
May 11, 1995 |
| SB 5956 1995–96 |
Unpaid court-ordered obligtnThe statute authorizing counties to collect unpaid court obligations is clarified. A superior court judge is authorized, at the time of sentencing or within ten years, to assess as court costs monies paid to collect unpaid... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 262, Laws of 1995 |
May 5, 1995 |
| SB 5403 1995–96 |
State horse parkFindings are made regarding the economic and recreational benefits of equestrian activities to the state. The Washington State Horse Park is established and is located at a site approved by the State Parks and Recreation Commission. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 200, Laws of 1995 |
May 1, 1995 |
| SB 6026 1995–96 |
Washington state grownAgricultural commodities may be labeled, advertised, marked or sold with the words "Washington State Grown" or similar language if the product is grown or raised in Washington State. Agricultural commodities that are not grown... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 97, Laws of 1995 |
Apr 18, 1995 |
| SB 5583 1995–96 |
Unemployment insurn contrbtnA successor employer that prior to the acquisition of a firm did not have employees of its own is assigned the lower of two unemployment insurance tax rates: (1) the old firm's (predecessor's) rate class, or (2) the average... | Irv Newhouse (R-15) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 56, Laws of 1995 |
Apr 17, 1995 |
| SB 5609 1995–96 |
Air pollution control authrtLocal air authorities administering the agricultural burning permit program must not limit the number of days of allowable burning, but may consider other criteria such as weather conditions. | Valoria Loveland (D-16) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 58, Laws of 1995 |
Apr 17, 1995 |
| SB 5668 1995–96 |
Worker's comp self-insurersIt is clarified that in the event of default, the self-insurer loses all right and title to, any interest in, and any right to control the surety. The Department of Labor and Industries retains the surety of a defaulting self-insurer. | Patricia Hale (R-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 31, Laws of 1995 |
Apr 13, 1995 |
| SB 6606 1993–94 |
B & O surtax repealThe 6.5 percent surtax is repealed January 1, 1995. | Nita Rinehart (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 10, Laws of 1994, 1st Special Session |
Apr 6, 1994 |
| SB 6228 1993–94 |
Agricultural & forest landsThe legislative intent provides long term protection be given to lands which grow timber. Clarification of definitions will not require all counties covered by the Growth Management Act to readopt plans. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 307, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 2, 1994 |
| SB 6547 1993–94 |
Mental health systms auditngThe Department of Social and Health Services must establish a single project to streamline accountability systems for mental health programs by: identifying rules; monitoring functions and other requirements leading to... | Betti Sheldon (D-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 259, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 6096 1993–94 |
Milk and milk productsRedundant definitions, confusing language requirements and unnecessary standards which contradict the pasteurized milk ordinance (PMO) are removed. Enforcement of the PMO or more strict standards is a requirement for... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 143, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 28, 1994 |
| SB 6516 1993–94 |
Excellence in health care awThe Warren Featherstone Reid Award for Excellence in Health Care is created to recognize cost-effective and quality health care services. | James West (R-6) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 7, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 17, 1994 |
| SB 5081 1993–94 |
Wetlands designationRequires notice to a landowner of a proposed designation of property as a wetland. Prohibits a final determination of the designation less than sixty days after notice is provided. | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5089 1993–94 |
Adminis rules effective dateAmends RCW 34.05.380 to revise the effective date of administrative rules. | Bob McCaslin (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5104 1993–94 |
Salmon productionThe 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 11, 1994 |
| SB 5165 1993–94 |
Health care reformCreates two health insurance purchasing cooperative regions in the state. Directs the insurance commissioner to establish state-wide health care operating standards. Designates the requirements for operating as a health care... | James West (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5170 1993–94 |
Timber recovery programsThe expiration dates of the statutes authorizing the timber recovery coordinator, the agency timber task force, the economic recovery coordinating board and the loans and grants for timber impact areas by the Community... | Sid Snyder (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |