Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Craig Pridemore
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6477 2007–08 |
Low-income homeownersPersons with a combined disposable income of less than the state wide median income in 2007 ($60,215) are eligible for property tax assistance in the form of a remittance. The Department of Revenue (DOR) must remit to a... | Steve Hobbs (D-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2008 |
| SB 6487 2007–08 |
Emergency preparedness kitsRequires the department of general administration, in consultation with a representative of the emergency management division of the military department and at least two vendors of emergency preparedness kits from the private... | Craig Pridemore (D-49) | 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 6515 2007–08 |
Energy savingsA sales and use tax exemption is provided to public entities for performance based contracted energy equipment and services and energy management systems. | Craig Pridemore (D-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2008 |
| SB 6526 2007–08 |
Firearms possessionConcerns firearms possession by persons who are involuntarily committed. | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2008 |
| SB 6529 2007–08 |
Econ development projectsA city that imposes a local tax on public and private utilities is eligible to impose an additional tax, of up to 1 percent, if the city has a population of 25,000 or more and is located in a county with a projected job growth... | Jim Kastama (D-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2008 |
| SB 6539 2007–08 |
Polytechnic collegeWashington institutions of higher education may examine their instructional programs, costs, research initiatives, student enrollment characteristics, and regional context and make recommendations to the Higher Education... | Rosemary McAuliffe (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2008 |
| SB 6540 2007–08 |
WASL reading/writing contentThe requirement to meet the standard on the WASL as a requirement for graduation does not go into effect until 2013, with the graduating class of 2012. Students who do not meet the mathematics standards on the WASL still need... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2008 |
| SB 5353 2007–08 |
Municipal courtsThe bill as referred to committee was not considered. | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 16, 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 6390 2007–08 |
Governing boardsThe governing boards at the University of Washington, Washington State University, The Evergreen State College, and each of the regional universities are required to have a faculty representative on their governing boards. The... | Paull Shin (D-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 16, 2008 |
| SB 6394 2007–08 |
Tuition and fees exemptionA resident student at a public institution of higher education is exempt from tuition fees for the first two academic years after initial enrollment if the student registers at the institution within eight months after meeting... | Paull Shin (D-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 16, 2008 |
| SB 6411 2007–08 |
Conversion condominiumsThe bill as referred to committee was not considered. Notice. | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | 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 5029 2007–08 |
Veterans' scoring criteriaThe score adjustment for eligible veterans must be applied to civil service exams whether the state hires a private company to administer the exams, or administers the exams itself. | Steve Hobbs (D-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5030 2007–08 |
Veterans' benefitsThe statute that prohibits sending veterans and their families to almshouses or orphan asylums is repealed. A reference to the repealed provision is removed from the definition of "veteran." | Steve Hobbs (D-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
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 5034 2007–08 |
Polybrominated diphenylThe bill as referred to committee was not considered. | Debbie Regala (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5045 2007–08 |
Contractor licensingThe bill as referred to committee not considered. | Brian Weinstein (D-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5047 2007–08 |
Contractor's surety bondsAmends RCW 18.27.040 providing for the surety bond amounts that contractors are required to file with the department of labor and industries. | Brian Weinstein (D-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5048 2007–08 |
Construction defect actionsThe statute of limitations involving construction defect cases is clarified. If a homeowner's case is dismissed without prejudice for failure to give notice and opportunity to cure, the statute of limitations for the... | Brian Weinstein (D-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5070 2007–08 |
Offender recidivismExisting law is changed and new provisions are added that impact offenders returning to the community from confinement in the following areas: work release, supervision, educational programming, employment barriers, housing,... | Mike Carrell (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5102 2007–08 |
Legislative youth advisoryThe membership, duties, and expiration of the Washington State Legislative Youth Advisory Council are changed. The membership of the council is expanded to include four members of the Legislature as advisors. | Rosemary McAuliffe (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |