Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Joanne Brekke
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2678 1991–92 |
Packagers labelingEstablishes requirements, effective December 31, 1994, for a packager using paper, glass, metals, or plastic resins in a package. Requires certification that the package is in compliance with the act. Establishes penalties for... | Nancy Rust (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 23, 1992 |
| HB 2569 1991–92 |
Library for blind/handicappdMakes an appropriation of one million nine hundred thousand dollars to carry out the purposes of the act. | Marlin Appelwick (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 22, 1992 |
| HB 2604 1991–92 |
Low back condition treatmentProvides for an independent study of the comparative effectiveness, cost, and utilization of care of low back problems by chiropractors, orthopedists, family practitioners, and physical therapists in the workers' compensation... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 22, 1992 |
| HB 2615 1991–92 |
Higher ed collective bargainAuthorizes the boards of regents and boards of trustees of the state institutions of higher education to engage in collective bargaining with the exclusive bargaining representatives of their employees. Declares that employees... | Dennis Dellwo (D-3) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 22, 1992 |
| HB 2621 1991–92 |
Background checks/child srvcRequires an applicant who has not been a resident of the state for at least five years and who will have unsupervised access to children under the age of sixteen to be fingerprinted for the purpose of obtaining a national... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 22, 1992 |
| HB 2644 1991–92 |
Student publ assist eligibltAmends RCW 74.04.005 to establish eligibility for children under eighteen, residing in a relative's home, and who is demonstrating progress towards completion of school. Provides assistance on behalf of the child only.... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 22, 1992 |
| HB 2515 1991–92 |
Work opportunities programEstablishes the work opportunities program to foster job training, provide a productive work force for the state, and encourage financial independence from public assistance. Requires the program to be administered through... | Holly Myers (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 20, 1992 |
| HB 2522 1991–92 |
Master's degree for teachersRequires a study of current requirements for the certification of teachers and administrators and a report to the legislature that includes options for improving the system. | Peter Kremen (D-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 20, 1992 |
| HB 2530 1991–92 |
Sexual abuse criminal chrgesRevises RCW 9A.04.080 to extend the statute of limitations for bringing criminal charges of sexual abuse. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 20, 1992 |
| HB 2372 1991–92 |
Out-of-state contractorsRequires the contractors to open an account with the department or qualify as a self-insurer in order to provide coverage for all employees. | Peter Kremen (D-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 15, 1992 |
| HB 1001 1991–92 |
Nonpartisans/gnrl electionsIn judicial elections if, after the time for withdrawal of candidacies, there are no more than two candidates, there will be no primary and the names of the candidates shall be placed upon the general election ballot in an... | Gary Locke (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1007 1991–92 |
Child alcohol/drug abuseAuthorizes a parent or guardian to petition the superior court to commit a child to a hospital facility for evaluation of possible substance abuse. Provides for commitment to an inpatient treatment facility for a sixty-day... | John O'Brien (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1016 1991–92 |
Concealed weapons permitsA license to carry a concealed pistol will not be issued to an individual ineligible to possess a weapon under federal law. Technical clarifications are made regarding the role of the Department of Licensing in license revocations. | Peter Kremen (D-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1021 1991–92 |
Recycling/parks/port distsRequires the provision of recycling receptacles in at least fifteen state park campgrounds and in fifteen day-use areas by July 1, 1993. Directs the parks and recreation commission to require park concessionaires to recycle... | Georgette Valle (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1022 1991–92 |
State energy policy devlpmntOverall Summary The State Energy Office, under the guidance of an advisory committee, shall prepare a state energy strategy by December 1, 1992. State agencies and school districts shall pursue and maintain energy-efficient... | David Cooper (D-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1023 1991–92 |
Student performance enhncmntLEGISLATIVE INTENT A vision for education in Washington is included in the intent section of the bill. The vision reflects elements of the VISION: EDUCATION 2001 statement developed by the Education Vision Team. | Wilson Peery (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1034 1991–92 |
Indebtedness issuance limitsThe statutory debt limit is changed from 7 percent to an incremental schedule for each of the next 12 years. | Helen Sommers (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1038 1991–92 |
Efficiency/accountblty comsnThe statutory expiration date for the commission is extended to December 31, 1995. | Peter Kremen (D-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1067 1991–92 |
Nonproft org tax exemptionAuthorizes exemptions from retail sales tax and business and occupation taxes for meals served no more frequently than once a week. | Fred May (R-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1074 1991–92 |
Election procdurs/nonpartisnDesignates exceptions to the requirement to conduct a primary election for judicial offices. Repeals provisions of chapters 29.18, 29.21, 29.27, 29.30, 29.33, 29.34, 29.51, and 29.54 RCW. Takes effect July 1, 1992. | Calvin Anderson (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1075 1991–92 |
Precinct committee officersEstablishes requirements for the election of write-in candidates for precinct committee officers. | Calvin Anderson (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1099 1991–92 |
Voter registration deadlineCloses registration files fifteen days preceding an election instead of existing period of thirty days. | Calvin Anderson (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1109 1991–92 |
Substance abusers' childrenAn interagency task force on the children of substance abusers is created. | Evan Jones (D-24) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1113 1991–92 |
Child dependency/legal repnThe administrator of the courts will develop and present a proposal to address indigent defense costs in dependency and termination of parental rights cases to the Legislature by December 6, 1991. By July 1, 1992, the state... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1131 1991–92 |
Conflicts of interestNo former municipal employee may at any time after his or her public employment assist another person, whether or not for compensation, in any transaction with the municipality in which the former employee participated during... | Georgette Valle (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 13, 1992 |