Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Gary Nelson
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5363 1991–92 |
Legal financial obligationsThe administrative process for collecting legal financial obligations is modified and streamlined. The Department of Corrections is given the authority to establish the offender legal financial obligation payment schedule if... | Leo K. Thorsness (R-11) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 93, Laws of 1991 |
May 9, 1991 |
| SB 5720 1991–92 |
Motorist information signsThis legislation moves RCW 47.42.020(10), (11), (13) and (14), 47.42.046, 47.42.047, 47.42.0475, 47.42.052, 47.42.160 and 47.42.170 into Chapter 47.36, Traffic Control Devices. RCW 47.42.160, State Parks Signs, is included... | E. G. "Pat" Patterson (R-9) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 94, Laws of 1991 |
May 9, 1991 |
| SB 5004 1991–92 |
Public records as evidencePublic records of the United States, the state of Washington, or any other state or territory of the United States, when certified, shall be admitted in evidence in Washington State courts. | Lela Kreidler (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 59, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| SB 5023 1991–92 |
Frivolous actions/expensesThe frivolous claim statute is amended to allow the award of attorney's fees for frivolous actions based upon all evidence presented to the judge at the time of the motion. The award of attorney's fees may be made regardless... | Phil Talmadge (D-34) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 70, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| SB 5027 1991–92 |
Small claims limit raisedThe jurisdiction of small claims courts is increased to $2,500. A corporation plaintiff may not be represented by an attorney or paralegal in small claims court. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 71, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| SB 5107 1991–92 |
CorporationsIn addition to other specified forms, the Secretary of State may prescribe a standardized "initial report" form for use by corporations. A corporation's initial report must be delivered to the Secretary of State within 120... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 72, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| SB 5835 1991–92 |
Ski lift signsThe Parks and Recreation Commission is authorized to adopt rules relating to a sign system for ski areas and for other recreational devices. The specific statutory requirements of the state sign system for ski areas is eliminated. | George Sellar (R-12) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 75, Laws of 1991 |
May 3, 1991 |
| SB 5928 1991–92 |
Military residence taxesNo interest or penalties may be assessed for the period April 30, 1991, through December 31, 1991, on delinquent 1991 taxes which are imposed on personal residences owned by military personnel who participated in the situation... | George Sellar (R-12) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 52, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 26, 1991 |
| SB 5030 1991–92 |
Unauthrzd reprdctn/recordingCriminal offenses and sanctions are established for certain activities involving the unauthorized reproduction of recordings. A criminal offense is committed if a person knowingly reproduces for sale or transports within this... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 38, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 24, 1991 |
| SB 5311 1991–92 |
Bare-boat charter boatsA bare-boat charter is defined as the unconditional lease, rental or charter of a boat by the owner or the owner's agent to a person who, by written agreement, except when a captain or crew is required or provided by the owner... | Patrick R. McMullen (D-40) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 45, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 24, 1991 |
| SB 5630 1991–92 |
Permits and licensesThe recreational immunity statute is amended to limit liability of the Parks and Recreation Commission, the Department of Fisheries and the Department of Wildlife as a result of the recreational licenses that the agencies issue. | Bob McCaslin (R-4) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 50, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 24, 1991 |
| SB 5103 1991–92 |
Engineer registrationReferences to "his" are changed to "his or her" or "the applicant's." Registration fees for professional engineers are based on the costs associated with administering examinations and issuing certificates. An additional fee... | Ellen Craswell (R-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 19, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 17, 1991 |
| SB 5276 1991–92 |
Impounded vehicle dispositnThe State Patrol's authority over vehicles in tow truck operator's possession is limited to those that were impounded. Current statutory language relating to law enforcement release of vehicle owner information to a registered... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 20, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 17, 1991 |
| SB 5251 1991–92 |
Vehicle wreckers regulationThe State Patrol is responsible for inspecting all wrecking yards. The chief of the State Patrol has joint rule making authority with the director of the Department of Licensing. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Mar 20, 1991 |
| SB 5849 1991–92 |
Property tax averagingEach year, the current appraised value is compared to the assessed value for the previous year. The new assessed value is the lesser of (1) the current appraised value, and (2) the greater of: o106 percent of the previous... | Dan McDonald (R-48) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Mar 20, 1991 |