Past bills
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5135 1991–92 |
On-site sewage systemsAn on-site sewage permit for a residential structure may not be denied because minimum area requirements are not met when the property on which the structure stands is surrounded by property served by on-site systems approved... | Bob McCaslin (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5140 1991–92 |
Physical force/intrudersAn occupant of a dwelling may use any amount of force within the dwelling, including deadly force, against a person who unlawfully enters the dwelling if the occupant has reason to believe: 1) that the intruder has committed,... | Bob McCaslin (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5150 1991–92 |
Campaign finance reportingThe campaign finance provisions of the Public Disclosure Act are revised in a number of areas. The threshold for campaign contributions that may be deposited without identifying the contributor is raised to $50. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5151 1991–92 |
Execution by lethal injectnLethal injection is made the exclusive method of execution for defendants who commit capital offenses after the effective date of this act. If, however, lethal injection is invalidated by the courts, then hanging will become... | Jeannette Hayner (R-16) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5180 1991–92 |
Receivers/real propertyCities and towns may authorize civil actions by private parties to seek appointment of a receiver to manage privately owned, leased, or rented residential and multi-family real property. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5237 1991–92 |
Vehicle lane travelOn a facility with two or more lanes in one direction, the keep right provisions apply to vehicles with a licensed gross weight of 10,000 pounds or more, except when passing, moving left for merging traffic, or preparing to turn left. | Cliff Bailey (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5300 1991–92 |
Fisheries B & O taxThe initial wholesale or retail sale in this state of fish caught outside the waters of the state by the person who caught the fish is exempt from the state business and occupation tax. The exemption only applies to the sale... | Sid Snyder (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5302 1991–92 |
Salmon production emphasisThe production of salmon is the primary mission of the Department of Fisheries. During times when the department faces budget cutbacks, the production of salmon shall not be reduced. | Sid Snyder (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5329 1991–92 |
Self-insured claims reopengsSelf-insured employers are given the authority to reopen claims based on a claim of aggravation of the original injury. Self-insurers are given the authority to extend the time for final reopening determinations an additional 60 days. | Ann Anderson (R-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5335 1991–92 |
Emerg med serv dist benefitsVolunteer emergency medical district workers are covered under the existing volunteer firefighters' relief and pension provisions. A board of trustees in each county with an emergency medical district administers the pension... | A.L. "Slim" Rasmussen (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5345 1991–92 |
Disability claims closureThe July 1, 1990 "sunset" date is removed from the authority of self-insurers to close claims which involve only medical treatment and/or temporary time loss, which are not contested, and in which the injured worker has... | Jim Matson (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5346 1991–92 |
Communication w/minor/crimeAn adult is guilty of communicating with a minor for immoral purposes when they command, solicit, encourage, request, or proposition a minor to commit a felony sexual offense under Title 9 or 9A RCW. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5371 1991–92 |
Retired physicians/med servcThe Secretary of Health is authorized to issue a limited license to qualified retired physicians that will permit the physician to provide free medical care to low-income citizens at a registered low-income or nonprofit health... | Jim Matson (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5375 1991–92 |
Teachers masters degree elimThe masters degree requirement for continuing teacher certification is repealed. The initial certificate is valid for seven years and may be reinstated pursuant to State Board of Education rules. | Ann Anderson (R-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5380 1991–92 |
Retirement allownce adjstmntThe age at which the measurement of loss of purchasing power begins is called the benefit age. The amount of purchasing power that a retiree must lose before receiving a COLA is called the applicable percentage. | Gerald "Jerry" Saling (R-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5386 1991–92 |
Certificate of merit procedrA certificate of merit procedure is established for determining the legitimacy of claims brought against licensed, registered, or certified professionals. Whenever a claimant's attorney brings an action for damages arising out... | Bob McCaslin (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5389 1991–92 |
Water rights claim filingA person who has a claim to divert water with a priority date prior to the 1917 water code may file a water right claim with the Department of Ecology if a signed written statement is provides that: 1) the person witnessed a... | Dean Sutherland (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5438 1991–92 |
Stolen prop value/theft degrThe dollar limitations are raised for second and third degree theft, and possession of stolen property in the second, and third degree. Property or services with a value that is difficult to ascertain shall be deemed to be... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5457 1991–92 |
HIV/employer notificationIf the absence of HIV infection is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job in question, any person who knows or should have known that they are infected with HIV must notify their employer or the principal... | Linda Smith (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5481 1991–92 |
Open space classificationThe minimum dollar amount of gross income that small parcels of agricultural land must produce is increased. To enroll agricultural land that is more than five and less than 20 acres, the dollar amount is increased from $100... | George Sellar (R-12) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5524 1991–92 |
Free hospital tax limitsSales to hospitals which do not charge patients for health care of items reasonably necessary for the operation of and the provision of health care by the hospital are exempt from sales and use tax. | James West (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5526 1991–92 |
Employee noncompetitn agreemEmployee noncompetition agreements entered into after December 31, 1992, are void and unenforceable by any court of this state unless: (a) The agreement is entered into on the initial employment of the employee by the... | Albert Bauer (D-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5559 1991–92 |
Landlord-tenant dutiesLocal landlord-tenant ordinances that are inconsistent with state law are preempted and repealed. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5566 1991–92 |
Construction contract provisAn "additional insured" endorsement on a liability insurance policy covering bodily injury or damage to property caused by the procuring general contractor, subcontractor, or specialty contractor is valid and enforceable.... | A.L. "Slim" Rasmussen (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 5634 1991–92 |
Equipment sterilztn/dentistsThe Dental Disciplinary Board must adopt rules establishing minimum requirements for sterilization of equipment and infection control in dentists' offices. In adopting the rules, the board must consider national standards,... | Emilio Cantu (R-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |