Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Christopher Hurst
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2034 2007–08 |
Victims of vehicle theftCreates a civil cause of action for car theft. | Fred Jarrett (D-41) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 393, Laws of 2007 |
May 8, 2007 |
| HB 1303 2007–08 |
Cleaner energyRequires the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction to implement a school bus replacement incentive program. | Mary Lou Dickerson (D-36) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 348, Laws of 2007 |
May 7, 2007 |
| HB 1929 2007–08 |
Environmental mitigationAuthorizes cities or towns, public utility districts, and counties authorized to conduct certain functions to develop plans to reduce their greenhouse gases emissions. | Christopher Hurst (D-31) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 349, Laws of 2007 |
May 7, 2007 |
| HB 1706 2007–08 |
Indian gaming reg actRemoves the expiration date for the state's limited waiver of sovereign immunity in actions brought by the tribes under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act. | Steve Conway (D-29) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 321, Laws of 2007 |
May 4, 2007 |
| HB 2129 2007–08 |
Geothermal resourcesAdds core holes to the scope of the Geothermal Resources Act. | Kevin Van De Wege (D-24) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 338, Laws of 2007 |
May 4, 2007 |
| HB 1679 2007–08 |
LEOFFRS plan 2 boardRemoves the requirement that for appointments to fill vacancies after January 1, 2007, one of the three law enforcement officer members and one of the three fire fighter members of the Law Enforcement Officers' and Fire... | Mark Ericks (D-1) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 303, Laws of 2007 |
May 2, 2007 |
| HB 1680 2007–08 |
LEOFFRS service creditProvides an exception to the five-years of service waiting period for Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) members of the Law Enforcement Officers' and Fire Fighters' Plan 2 who elect to transfer service credit from the Public... | Ross Hunter (D-48) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 304, Laws of 2007 |
May 2, 2007 |
| HB 1366 2007–08 |
News mediaEstablishes a privilege from compelled testimony and disclosure of information for members of the news media. | Lynn Kessler (D-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 196, Laws of 2007 |
Apr 27, 2007 |
| HB 1677 2007–08 |
Outdoor education/recreationEstablishes the Outdoor Education and Recreation Grant Program under the authority of the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission. | Dave Quall (D-40) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 176, Laws of 2007 |
Apr 21, 2007 |
| HB 2010 2007–08 |
Bidder responsibilityDefines "responsible bidder" for purposes of public works contracts. | Kathy Haigh (D-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 133, Laws of 2007 |
Apr 19, 2007 |
| HB 1292 2007–08 |
Veterans' cemeteryEstablishes a veterans cemetery in Eastern Washington. | Don Barlow (D-6) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 43, Laws of 2007 |
Apr 17, 2007 |
| HB 1475 2007–08 |
Volunteer firefightersAdds two members to the State Board for Volunteer Fire Fighters and Reserves Officers (Board). | Christopher Hurst (D-31) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 56, Laws of 2007 |
Apr 17, 2007 |
| HB 2147 2007–08 |
Volunteer firefightersProvides vocational rehabilitation benefits for members of the Volunteer Fire Fighters' and Reserve Officers' Relief and Pension System (VFFRORPS) at the sole discretion of the State Board of the VFFRORPS. | Dan Kristiansen (R-39) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 57, Laws of 2007 |
Apr 17, 2007 |
| HB 1337 2007–08 |
Colorectal cancerBeginning July 1, 2008, requires disability insurance contracts and health benefit plans to cover colorectal cancer examinations and laboratory tests consistent with the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommendations or... | Phyllis Gutierrez Kenney (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 23, Laws of 2007 |
Apr 10, 2007 |
| HB 2171 2007–08 |
Crane safetyRequires the Department of Labor and Industries (Department) to establish a crane certification program. | Deb Eddy (D-48) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 27, Laws of 2007 |
Apr 10, 2007 |
| HB 1095 2007–08 |
Part D drug copayment progThe Department of Social and Health Services may offer Medicare Part D copayment coverage to individuals who are eligible for Medicaid and Medicare, subject to the availability of amounts appropriated for this specific purpose. | Don Barlow (D-6) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 3, Laws of 2007 |
Feb 2, 2007 |
| HB 1168 2007–08 |
Disorderly conductMakes engaging in certain disruptive behavior within 500 feet of a funeral or burial, funeral procession, or memorial service subject to prosecution for disorderly conduct. | Dan Roach (R-31) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 2, Laws of 2007 |
Feb 2, 2007 |
| HB 2403 2001–02 |
Collective bargaining$ Establishes procedures for exclusive bargaining representatives of faculty at the public four-year institutions of higher education to collectively bargain with the board of regents or trustees over wages, hours, and terms... | Phyllis Gutierrez Kenney (D-46) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 356, Laws of 2002 |
Apr 4, 2002 |
| HB 1268 2001–02 |
Civil service$ The state's civil service system is reformed with new classification rules to be adopted by March 15, 2004. | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 354, Laws of 2002 |
Apr 3, 2002 |
| HB 2505 2001–02 |
Civil disorder$ Prohibits the teaching or demonstrating of a device or technique capable of causing significant injury or death to persons if the device or technique is to be used in a civil disorder. | Al O'Brien (D-1) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 340, Laws of 2002 |
Apr 3, 2002 |
| HB 1460 2001–02 |
Seat belt laws$ Seat belt laws are enforced as a primary action. | John Lovick (D-44) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 328, Laws of 2002 |
Apr 2, 2002 |
| HB 1444 2001–02 |
Schools/bullying$ Requiring policies prohibiting harassment, intimidation, or bullying. | Ed Murray (D-43) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 207, Laws of 2002 |
Mar 27, 2002 |
| HB 2386 2001–02 |
National guard$ Allows any member of the Washington National Guard, their spouse, or dependent to qualify for in-state tuition rates. | Geoff Simpson (D-47) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 186, Laws of 2002 |
Mar 27, 2002 |
| HB 2407 2001–02 |
Regional jails$ Authorizes local governments to create and operate regional jails between two or more local governments. | Ida Ballasiotes (R-41) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 124, Laws of 2002 |
Mar 26, 2002 |
| HB 2541 2001–02 |
Jail services$ Expands the provision that limits county contracts for jail services between cities located within its county borders and other counties. | Christopher Hurst (D-31) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 125, Laws of 2002 |
Mar 26, 2002 |