Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Jim Buck
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2301 1999–00 |
Endangered species protectnDirects the department to suspend the adoption of shoreline master program guidelines until such time as federal salmon recovery plans are finalized for each threatened or endangered species listed under the endangered species... | Brian Hatfield (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 10, 2000 |
| HB 2091 1999–00 |
Salmon & water/forest practc$ Provides a comprehensive approach toward forest practices impacting the recovery of salmon. | Jim Buck (R-24) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 4, Laws of 1999, 1st Special Session |
Jun 7, 1999 |
| HB 2303 1999–00 |
Timber tax credit$ Changes the effective date for a timber tax credit to January 1, 2000. | Debbie Regala (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 5, Laws of 1999, 1st Special Session |
Jun 7, 1999 |
| HB 1681 1999–00 |
Trout purchase by state$ Allows the Department of Fish and Wildlife to purchase and plant privately grown hatchery trout. | Jim Buck (R-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 363, Laws of 1999 |
May 17, 1999 |
| HB 1014 1999–00 |
Personal flotation devices$ Requires that all persons 12 years and under wear a (U.S. Coast Guard) approved personal flotation device that meets or exceeds U.S. Coast Guard standards while on a vessel under 19 feet that is underway. | Don Carlson (R-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 310, Laws of 1999 |
May 14, 1999 |
| HB 1701 1999–00 |
Marine recreatn land/dredgng$ Allows the use of recreation resource account funds for renovation of recreation facilities including periodic dredging. | Jim Buck (R-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 341, Laws of 1999 |
May 14, 1999 |
| HB 1871 1999–00 |
Salmon stamp programs$ Creates a program of salmon stamps as a way to raise revenues for salmon recovery and public education. | Kelli Linville (D-42) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 342, Laws of 1999 |
May 14, 1999 |
| HB 1282 1999–00 |
State employee relocation$ Authorizes lump sum relocation compensation to be paid to recruit and retain qualified candidates for state employment whenever it is necessary that a person make a domiciliary move in accepting a transfer or other employment. | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 297, Laws of 1999 |
May 13, 1999 |
| HB 2239 1999–00 |
Storm water control grants$ State storm water fees that were earmarked, but unspent due to the default of no local storm water plan, can now be used in the state storm water grant program. | Jim Buck (R-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 242, Laws of 1999 |
May 10, 1999 |
| HB 1330 1999–00 |
State park concession/leases$ Allows the State Parks and Recreation Commission to enter into leases and concessions of 50 years in duration. | Gary Alexander (R-20) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 155, Laws of 1999 |
Apr 30, 1999 |
| HB 1133 1999–00 |
Voter registration lists$ Enhanced procedures are established to maintain voter registration lists. | Roger Bush (R-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 100, Laws of 1999 |
Apr 23, 1999 |
| HB 1490 1999–00 |
Salmon delivery in state$ Provides an exception to the requirement that salmon fishers who are licensed to fish in Oregon and California obtain a salmon delivery license to deliver salmon into the state of Washington. | Brian Hatfield (D-19) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 103, Laws of 1999 |
Apr 23, 1999 |
| HB 1331 1999–00 |
Parks & recreatn volunteers$ Authorizes the State Parks and Recreation Commission to use volunteers. | Jim Buck (R-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 59, Laws of 1999 |
Apr 21, 1999 |
| HB 2894 1997–98 |
Vehicle excise tax/gen fundA portion equal to 39.5 percent of MVET revenues that previously were deposited into the general fund is deposited into the motor vehicle fund beginning January 1, 1999. The county criminal justice assistance account and the... | Tom Huff (R-26) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 321, Laws of 1998 |
Apr 3, 1998 |
| HB 2496 1997–98 |
Salmon recovery planningThe state retains primary responsibility for salmon recovery planning and implementation. A Salmon Recovery Office is created within the Office of the Governor. | Jim Buck (R-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 246, Laws of 1998 |
Apr 1, 1998 |
| HB 2879 1997–98 |
Fish enhancement projectsThe review and approval of fish habitat enhancement projects is facilitated by identifying projects that are eligible for expedited review. The Department of Ecology is directed to modify the joint aquatic resource permit... | Jim Buck (R-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 249, Laws of 1998 |
Apr 1, 1998 |
| HB 1221 1997–98 |
Vehicle impoundmentA law enforcement officer may impound a vehicle operated by a person with a suspended or revoked driver = s license. An impounded vehicle may only be released pursuant to a written order from the agency that ordered the impound. | Ida Ballasiotes (R-41) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 203, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 30, 1998 |
| HB 2166 1997–98 |
Coordinated transprtatn servThe Legislature declares its intent to coordinate transportation services and programs to achieve increased efficiencies, resulting in expansion of services to a greater number of persons with special transportation needs. The... | Tom Huff (R-26) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 173, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 27, 1998 |
| HB 2476 1997–98 |
Farm machinery/sales taxAn exemption for the collection of retail sales tax is provided for the sale of parts for machinery and implements used to conduct farm operations outside the state as well as for labor and services for repair of such... | Mark Schoesler (R-9) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 167, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 27, 1998 |
| HB 3110 1997–98 |
Adv environmental mitigationPrioritization within the advanced environmental mitigation account is clarified. A new section is added that finds fish passage, fish habitat, wetlands and flood management to be critical issues in the effective management of... | Dave Mastin (R-16) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 181, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 27, 1998 |
| HB 2826 1997–98 |
Nonhighway vehicle fund distNonprofit off-road vehicle organizations are also eligible to receive IAC funds through the nonhighway and off-road vehicle activities program competitive grants process if the funds are spent for projects or activities that... | Mark Schoesler (R-9) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 144, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 25, 1998 |
| HB 2414 1997–98 |
Outdoor burning complianceCities with a population of less than 5,000 that are not within or contiguous with an area not meeting federal or state air quality standards must phase out outdoor burning by December 31, 2006. | John Pennington (R-18) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 68, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 20, 1998 |
| HB 2461 1997–98 |
Forest land funds distributnWith regard to the distribution of revenues to counties from forest board lands, the Department of Natural Resources must certify to the State Treasurer the amounts to be distributed to the counties within seven working days... | Jim Buck (R-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 71, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 20, 1998 |
| HB 2791 1997–98 |
MethamphetamineThe offense of manufacturing or possessing ephedrine or pseudoephedrine with intent to manufacture methamphetamine in or near a residence in which a minor or pregnant woman resides is included in the list of most serious... | Mark Schoesler (R-9) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 81, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 20, 1998 |
| HB 2819 1997–98 |
Fish & wildlife lands/vehiclA conservation license is no longer required for users of Department of Fish and Wildlife lands. Instead of a conservation license, all users of department designated improved access facilities with a motor vehicle must... | Jim Buck (R-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 87, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 20, 1998 |