Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Sandra Romero
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2913 1999–00 |
Criminal justice costsAmends RCW 39.34.180 relating to responsibilities of the state and local governments for criminal justice costs. | Cathy Wolfe (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 24, 2000 |
| HB 2824 1999–00 |
Death penalty task forceDeclares that, until July 1, 2002, the sentence of death for anyone sentenced under RCW 10.95.030(2) shall be stayed. | Ed Murray (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 2000 |
| HB 2829 1999–00 |
Lake management districtProvides that a lake management district may be initiated upon either the adoption of a resolution of intention by a county legislative authority or the filing of a petition signed by a simple majority of over fifty percent of... | Gary Alexander (R-20) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 2000 |
| HB 2830 1999–00 |
Industrial hygieneDeclares that the purpose of this act is to provide legal recognition to the profession of industrial hygiene, as well as provide assurance to the public that individuals representing themselves as being involved in the... | Gary Alexander (R-20) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 2000 |
| HB 2859 1999–00 |
Animals in schoolsProvides that any student who expresses an objection to the performance of or witnessing the dissection of an animal shall not be required to participate in or observe the dissection. Alternative projects shall be provided for... | Mark Miloscia (D-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 2000 |
| HB 2777 1999–00 |
Ballot listingsThe names of a slate of candidates for president and vice president will not be placed on the ballot unless a slate of electors for those candidates has been filed with the Secretary of State at least 45, but no more than 180... | Dave Schmidt (R-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 20, 2000 |
| HB 2791 1999–00 |
Motor vehicle equipmentDirects the Washington state patrol to compile and publish a list of automobiles and trucks that, as manufactured, do not meet the final standards adopted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for daytime... | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 20, 2000 |
| HB 2718 1999–00 |
Beverage container refundEstablishes a program for the refund and reuse of beverage containers. | Brian Sullivan (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 19, 2000 |
| HB 2727 1999–00 |
Public employeesRevises provisions pertaining to public employee benefits and work schedules. | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 19, 2000 |
| HB 2728 1999–00 |
Child care leaveProvides that an otherwise eligible individual who has left work to care for the individual's child during the child's first year of life or during the first year following the child's placement with the individual for... | Mary Lou Dickerson (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 19, 2000 |
| HB 2740 1999–00 |
Public transit/disabledDeclares that the following persons are entitled to free or reduced fare coupons for travel on paratransit or municipal transit vehicles: (1) Veterans, as defined in RCW 41.04.005, who are over seventy years of age and their... | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 19, 2000 |
| HB 2744 1999–00 |
State retirement plan 2 & 3Optional PERS Plan 3 and LEOFF Plan 3. A new PERS Plan 3 is created, effective September 1, 2001, for employees of state agencies and higher education institutions, and effective March 1, 2002, for employees of local governments. | Helen Sommers (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 19, 2000 |
| HB 2622 1999–00 |
State trust landsProvides that four pilot recreational conservation leases shall be initiated by the department. The four pilot lease sites shall be the Yacolt State Forest, Elbe Hills State Forest, Tiger Mountain State Forest, and the... | Debbie Regala (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 18, 2000 |
| HB 2623 1999–00 |
Contaminated sedimentThe lack of options for the state to pay for its share of cleanup is noted as a barrier to cleanup. The Institute for Public Policy and Management within the University of Washington is directed to research options for funding... | Debbie Regala (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 18, 2000 |
| HB 2624 1999–00 |
Mining/flood plainsAn environmental impact statement is categorically required for any new or expanded public or private surface mine, if all or any part of the proposed mine falls within a flood plain as defined by rule. | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 18, 2000 |
| HB 2634 1999–00 |
Emergency load restrictionsDirects the department of transportation, in conjunction with the county road administration board, to adopt rules for imposition of road restrictions under RCW 46.44.080. The initial rules will be effective July 1, 2003, and... | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 18, 2000 |
| HB 2635 1999–00 |
I-695 mail ballotingA local government may submit ballot propositions to voters authoring increases in taxes, fees, or other monetary charges at a special election held at any date, if the special election is conducted using mail ballots. | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 18, 2000 |
| HB 2679 1999–00 |
PERS early retirementAuthorizes early retirement for certain members of the public employees' retirement system. | Cathy Wolfe (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 18, 2000 |
| HB 2681 1999–00 |
Bone marrowDeclares that a person's status as a minor may not disqualify him or her from bone marrow donation. | Cathy Wolfe (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 18, 2000 |
| HB 2691 1999–00 |
Disaster/emergency fundingProvides funding assistance for disasters and emergencies. Requires the secretary of state to submit sections 6 through 10 of this act to the people for their adoption and ratification, or rejection, at the next general... | John Pennington (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 18, 2000 |
| HB 2550 1999–00 |
Washington answers! programThe Washington Answers! program is created. The Director may award grants from the Washington Answers! account for the purpose of improving agency customer service. | Hans Dunshee (D-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2568 1999–00 |
Civil service reformEnacts the civil service reform act of 2000. Repeals provisions of chapters 41.06, 41.56, and 41.64 RCW. Repeals RCW 28B.16.015. | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2586 1999–00 |
Rural garbage dumpingIt is unlawful to throw, drop, deposit, discard, or dispose of litter (not including cigarettes or other tobacco products) upon any public property, waters, or property not owned by the polluter. Incorporated Area - A person... | Kathy Haigh (D-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2592 1999–00 |
Domestic violnc/unemply compAuthorizes compensation when the claimant has qualified under RCW 50.20.050(2)(d) and the claimant is temporarily unable to actively search for employment because the claimant is seeking safety or relief for the claimant or... | Val Ogden (D-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2596 1999–00 |
Deaf interpreter licensingDeclares that the purpose of this act is to establish a system of licensing interpreters for the deaf and hard of hearing that will enhance the opportunities of persons who are deaf and hard of hearing to enjoy the fruits of... | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |