Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Chris Marr
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6127 2007–08 |
State ferriesLevel of Service Standards: Language is added allowing WSDOT to set a level of service standards for ferry routes such that they are seasonally flexible. Market Survey: The Commission is directed, with the involvement of WSDOT... | Harriet Spanel (D-40) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 18, 2008 |
| SB 6562 2007–08 |
Addtl traffic violationsApplies sanctions to additional traffic violations for failure to satisfy the violation. | Senator (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 18, 2008 |
| SB 6473 2007–08 |
Sr citizens/veterans taxRevises the property tax exemption income eligibility requirements for senior citizens and veterans with service-connected disabilities. | Mike Carrell (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2008 |
| SB 6494 2007–08 |
HS graduation requirementsAn additional way is created for students to graduate from high school without achieving a CAA or CIA. Beginning with the class of 2009, students can choose to complete five components: obtain a GPA in courses required by the... | Steve Hobbs (D-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2008 |
| SB 6495 2007–08 |
Nonvoting labor membersAny public transportation system governing body must include one nonvoting member recommended by the labor organization representing a majority of the public transportation employees within the respective area. | Joe McDermott (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2008 |
| SB 6542 2007–08 |
Heating oil sales/use taxA sales and use tax exemption is provided for heating oil used to heat a home, which includes stove oil, diesel fuel, and kerosene. The exemption does not apply to any fuel that is used as fuels for vehicles, vessels,... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2008 |
| SB 6365 2007–08 |
Association health plansThe Office of Insurance Commissioner (OIC) must routinely collect data from insurance carriers on their enrollment in health plans purchased through an association or member-governed group, known as association health plans. | Chris Marr (D-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 16, 2008 |
| SB 6379 2007–08 |
Energy efficient appliancesBeginning July 1, 2008, an exemption from retail sales tax is provided for energy-efficient appliances and equipment. | Craig Pridemore (D-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 16, 2008 |
| SB 6424 2007–08 |
Sm game hunting license feesSeniors may obtain a small game hunting license at the same reduced rate as youth licenses. Thus, the fee to hunt small game would be $15, the fee to hunt small game would be $8 when also purchasing a big game license, and the... | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 16, 2008 |
| SB 6428 2007–08 |
Chief for a day programAddresses the Washington state criminal justice commission's participation in charitable work, such as the "chief for a day" program that provides special attention to chronically ill children through recognition by various... | Steve Hobbs (D-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 16, 2008 |
| SB 6432 2007–08 |
WSU bldg accountEliminates the appropriation requirement for expenditures from the Washington State University building account. | Chris Marr (D-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 16, 2008 |
| SB 6455 2007–08 |
State patrol retirementThe bill as referred to committee was not considered. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 16, 2008 |
| SB 5028 2007–08 |
School district leviesStatutes are amended to provide for a simple majority of voters to approve the incurring of debt by school districts. Statutes are amended to provide for a simple majority of voters to authorize general obligation bonds by... | Tracey Eide (D-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5033 2007–08 |
Women's suffrage dayThe nineteenth day of July is recognized as Women's Suffrage Day, but must not be considered a legal holiday for any purpose. | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5038 2007–08 |
Auto theftDeclares that it is the intent of this act to deter motor vehicle theft through a statewide cooperative effort by combating motor vehicle theft through tough laws, supporting law enforcement activities, improving enforcement... | Tracey Eide (D-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5058 2007–08 |
Veterans' cemeteryThe state establishes the Eastern Washington State Veterans' Cemetery, in which all honorably discharged veterans are entitled to interment. The Department of Veterans Affairs is directed to access available resources... | Chris Marr (D-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5081 2007–08 |
Bonds for highwaysRevises the authority to request the issuance of general obligation bonds and their amount for category C state highway improvements. | Chris Marr (D-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5091 2007–08 |
Part D drug copayment progProvides that, subject to available funds, effective July 1, 2007, the department may offer medicare part D prescription drug copayment coverage to dual eligible medical assistance and medically needy beneficiaries. | Darlene Fairley (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5096 2007–08 |
Primary elections costsElection costs associated with partisan primaries must be divided equally among the major political parties. | Bob McCaslin (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5105 2007–08 |
College in high school progFinds that an effective means of increasing the number of students earning college credit in high school is to bring the college courses to the students. The legislature believes the ability to earn college credit during the... | Rosemary McAuliffe (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5136 2007–08 |
Trans budget 2007-09Makes transportation appropriations for 2007-2009. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5138 2007–08 |
Trans sup budget 2005-07Makes supplemental transportation appropriations for the 2005-2007 biennium. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5144 2007–08 |
Nursing home bedsThe bill as referred to committee was not considered. EFFECT OF PROPOSED SUBSTITUTE (Health & Long-Term Care): The Legislature recognizes that the population of those who are elderly is increasing. | Mike Carrell (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5155 2007–08 |
Passport to college programThe Passport to Promise Program is created. | Derek Kilmer (D-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5156 2007–08 |
Capital budgetMakes appropriations and authorizes expenditures for capital improvements. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |