Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Adam Smith
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5564 1991–92 |
Van pool studyThe Department of Transportation (DOT), through a contract with the University of Washington, shall conduct a van pool study. This study shall examine incentives to operate and participate in van pools, alternatives to the... | Tim Erwin (R-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 15, 1992 |
| SB 6110 1991–92 |
Health services commissionThe principles of health care reform are set forth in legislative intent. They include recognition that the fundamental purpose of the health care system is to improve the health of Washington residents, balance extending the... | Mike Kreidler (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 15, 1992 |
| SB 5046 1991–92 |
Consistent spare tire sizingAll new passenger cars sold in Washington after December 31, 1993 are required to have as standard equipment a spare tire that is matched in tire size designation, construction and profile to the other tires on the vehicle. | Sid Snyder (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5048 1991–92 |
Controlled substance/murderThe death penalty may be imposed for a first degree murder committed during the commission of certain serious drug offenses. The offenses involve the manufacturing, delivery or possession with the intent to manufacture or... | Ken Madsen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5051 1991–92 |
No firearms in capitol bldgsA person may not possess, carry, transport, or convey any firearm while in certain government buildings located on the west state capitol campus grounds. A violation of this provision is a misdemeanor. | Irv Newhouse (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5054 1991–92 |
Penalties for armed crimesAn additional 60 months is added to the presumptive sentence of an offender or accomplice who uses a firearm in the commission of any felony ranked on the sentencing grid. The recommended prosecuting standards are amended to... | Ken Madsen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5060 1991–92 |
Alternative environ strategyThe Commission on Environmental Policy is created. The commission is made up of at least five members appointed by the Governor, having experience and expertise in environmental policy development. | Jack Metcalf (R-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5085 1991–92 |
Property tx deferrls/exmptnsModifies combined disposable income amounts to qualify for exemptions. Modifies provisions for deferral of payments of special assessments and/or real property taxes. Requires all county assessors to compile data in 1992 on... | A.L. "Slim" Rasmussen (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5088 1991–92 |
Public disclosure of giftsDefines "gift." Requires the statement of financial affairs required by RCW 42.17.240 to provide the name and address of persons making gifts, the value of the gift, the date of the gift, and the aggregate value of all gifts... | Phil Talmadge (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5094 1991–92 |
Public notice/hazrds substanThe owner of public or private nonresidential real property shall place a notice in the county auditor's real property records where the property is located when a release of a significant quantity of hazardous substance has... | Phil Talmadge (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5113 1991–92 |
Student pedestrian safetyA school pathways and bus stop improvement program is established. | Patty Murray (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5115 1991–92 |
Student traffic safety instrSchool districts are required to provide elementary school children eight hours of instruction in pedestrian, bicycle, and school bus safety each year effective September 1, 1993. The Superintendent of Public Instruction is... | Patty Murray (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5123 1991–92 |
Firearms/judicial procedingsA person may not knowingly possess or knowingly control a firearm in a building used regularly for judicial proceedings, or in those rooms that are being used for judicial proceedings in other buildings. This prohibition does... | Irv Newhouse (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5154 1991–92 |
Employment of minorsThe director of the Department of Labor and Industries is to issue written citations for violations of the child labor standards of the state's industrial welfare law. For first-time, nonserious violations, an abatement period... | Ann Anderson (R-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5155 1991–92 |
Wage payment laws violationsAuthorizes the assessment of interest on back wages and the imposition of civil penalties and criminal penalties for violations of wage laws. | Adam Smith (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5183 1991–92 |
Hazardous substance spillsSpill Prevention and Response Office . An Office of Spill Prevention and Response is established within the Department of Ecology. The administrator of the division will have overall authority for state programs relating to... | Neil Amondson (R-20) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5215 1991–92 |
Indust safety/health violtnsIncreases civil penalties for industrial safety and health violations. | Patty Murray (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5216 1991–92 |
Industrial insurance coveragProvides that employment means personal service performed for wages or under contract, written or oral, express or implied. Specifies the types of situations where personal services are not considered employment. Repeals RCW 51.12.115. | Patrick R. McMullen (D-40) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5217 1991–92 |
Industrial insurance taxesA successor will not be liable for taxes owed by a former operator if that successor gives written notice of the acquisition to the Department of Labor and Industries, and no assessment against the former operator is issued... | Ann Anderson (R-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5218 1991–92 |
Industrial insurance paymntsA worker or beneficiary is given the right to appeal an order by the department or self-insurer assessing an overpayment of benefits to the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals. | Ann Anderson (R-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5234 1991–92 |
Educational excellence progPART I - REACH FOR EXCELLENCE GRANT PROGRAM The State Board of Education (SBE) establishes the REACH FOR EXCELLENCE grant program to assist schools and school districts in local efforts to improve student learning and skills... | Cliff Bailey (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5235 1991–92 |
Fair start programThe Superintendent of Public Instruction establishes a voluntary grant program to assist school districts in providing prevention and intervention programs and services for children in preschool through grade six. The name of... | Cliff Bailey (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5238 1991–92 |
Earthquake prepardness/schlsSchool districts must adopt by January 1, 1992, an earthquake preparedness policy that provides for: (1) training all students and staff in earthquake safety and earthquake hazard mitigation procedures; (2) a minimum of twice... | Cliff Bailey (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5246 1991–92 |
Property tax increase limitProvides that the aggregate tax increase on residential property for purposes of property tax assessment is limited to six percent per year. Declares that the act shall take effect if a constitutional amendment is approved by... | Dean Sutherland (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5247 1991–92 |
Property tax reimbursementEstablishes conditions for a person to be entitled to a reimbursement of the amount of excessive property taxes paid in the calendar year. Requires publication of the qualifications and manner of making claims. Provides that... | Dean Sutherland (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |