Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Neil Amondson
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5599 1993–94 |
Disability claims closureAllows self-insured employers to close disability claims after July 1990. | Ray Moore (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5600 1993–94 |
Workers' comp appealsThe statute governing the procedure relating to appeals before the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals is amended to provide that once a deposition has been filed with the board, it shall be made available to any party upon... | Ray Moore (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5601 1993–94 |
Occupational disease claimThe requirement of a written notice from the physician is removed. The requirements for the commencement of the two-year statute of limitation are that the worker receive notice, written or otherwise, of the existence of the... | Irv Newhouse (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5602 1993–94 |
Workers' comp/institutnlzdCancels industrial insurance benefits during confinement in an institution. | Irv Newhouse (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5603 1993–94 |
Acting in course of emplymntThe definition of "acting in the course of employment" is amended to exclude voluntary recreational activity programs sponsored or promoted by the employer, unless participation is required or wages or travel expenses are paid... | Irv Newhouse (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5610 1993–94 |
Fiscal responsibilityImposes limitations on expenditures from the general fund. Creates the emergency reserve fund, limits the amount in the fund, and requires transfer of the excess to the education construction fund. Requires a two-thirds vote... | Linda Smith (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5611 1993–94 |
ArsonThe Department of Community Development's annual report of information and data pertaining to fires must be annually cross-checked against the statistical information collected by the arson alarm foundation or other similar... | Tim Erwin (R-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5633 1993–94 |
Haz waste/pollution dischargNo state or local government agency may issue a permit or license for the discharge or deposit of hazardous waste or pollution onto property not owned by the permittee or licensee without the express written consent of the... | Brad Owen (D-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5642 1993–94 |
Retail charge ageementsProvides that a retail charge agreement may be assigned. Restricts the pursuit of remedies. | Ray Moore (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5657 1993–94 |
Prompt pay/improvementsOwners must promptly pay their prime contractor, who must promptly pay its subcontractors and suppliers who then have the same obligation, within ten days of receiving loan disbursements, draws, progress payments, final... | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5664 1993–94 |
Braille instructionStudents may receive instruction in Braille as part of their individual education program. In developing a plan for students, there is a presumption that proficiency in Braille reading and writing is essential for satisfactory... | Rosemary McAuliffe (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5671 1993–94 |
Shoreline management actThe value of a "substantial development" which requires a development permit under the Shoreline Management Act is raised to $8500. The Department of Ecology will periodically review this amount for possible adjustments for inflation. | Brad Owen (D-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5691 1993–94 |
Horse racing pursesDeclares that one-half of those moneys that would otherwise be paid into the thoroughbred racing fund be retained for enhancing purses, until such time as a permanent racing facility is built and operating in Western Washington. | Kathleen Drew (D-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5705 1993–94 |
Empty log trucksExempts unladen log trucks from scale checks. | Jim Hargrove (D-24) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5731 1993–94 |
Unemployment compensationThe provision authorizing the deduction of Social Security pensions from unemployment insurance benefits is repealed. EFFECT OF PROPOSED SUBSTITUTE: Technical language is added to conform with federal standards. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5780 1993–94 |
Power boilers inspectionsPower boilers are inspected annually except that the Board of Boiler Rules has the discretion to provide for longer periods between inspections. The board may consider the contents, history, or operation of the boiler in... | Dean Sutherland (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5794 1993–94 |
Agency rules/business rightsJARRC is required to maintain a continuous review of all proposed non-emergency rules to determine whether (1) the rule is within the intent of the Legislature, (2) the rule has been adopted in accordance with all applicable... | Ray Moore (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5795 1993–94 |
Local gov laws/business righNo city, town or county may adopt a law, the violation which subjects a business to a penalty or sanction, or that establishes, alters, or revokes a standard for the issuance, suspension, or revocation of a license to pursue a... | Ray Moore (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5845 1993–94 |
Recrea vehicles/emissin testVehicles primarily designed and used for recreational camping, travel or seasonal use are excluded from the emissions testing program. | James West (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5861 1993–94 |
Competition/gov servicesThe limitations on private contracts for state services are removed for both institutions under the Higher Education Personnel Act and for agencies covered by the State Civil Service Law. In both civil service laws, the... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5862 1993–94 |
Competitive strategies taskThe Competitive Strategies Task Force is created to develop strategies for reducing the cost of public sector activities, improving the quality of services without increasing costs, and minimizing the role of government where... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5907 1993–94 |
Executive sessionsAuthorizes agencies to hold up to four executive sessions a year. Subjects the sessions to designated guidelines and limitations. | Neil Amondson (R-20) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5926 1993–94 |
Jouneyman electricians examAuthorizes applicants who have successfully completed a two-year postsecondary technical program and applicants who are graduates of an approved trade or technical school program to take the journeyman examination. | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5959 1993–94 |
Petition for referendumDeclares that the right to petition for referendum is protected under RCW 4.24.500 through 4.24.520. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5985 1993–94 |
Childhood vaccinationsProvides for the immunization of children who are not covered by private health care insurance. Makes an appropriation of three million dollars to carry out the purposes of the act. | Ray Moore (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |