Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by John McCoy
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2153 2005–06 |
At-risk youth proceedingsExpands the definition of an "at-risk youth" to include a youth with a possible substance abuse or mental health problem. | Jim Moeller (D-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 2183 2005–06 |
Traffic violation/legislatorDeclares that the issuance of a traffic citation to a legislator is not civil process under Article II, section 16 of the Washington state Constitution, however, court appearances, or any other hearings related to the... | Ross Hunter (D-48) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 2202 2005–06 |
Agriculture/food processingDirects the Department of Agriculture to commission a comprehensive study of the economic impacts of the agriculture and food processing industries on Washington. | Phyllis Gutierrez Kenney (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 2251 2005–06 |
State emply/military leaveProvides that if, on or after November 1, 2004, an officer or employee of the state is called into the federal service of the United States for a period exceeding thirty days, the officer or employee shall receive from the... | Tami Green (D-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 2273 2005–06 |
Streamlined sales & use taxProvisions are adopted that allow Washington State to conform to the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement (SSTA), including language that authorizes: - the on-line registration of remote sellers; - monetary allowances or... | Geoff Simpson (D-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 2288 2005–06 |
Community stadiumsFinds that community stadiums provide a venue for wholesome, affordable, family-oriented activities, including minor league baseball. Declares an intent to provide local governments with assistance to ensure that these... | Jeannie Darneille (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 2302 2005–06 |
Education fundingRecognizes that on February 3, 2005, the Washington state supreme court decided in Estate of Hemphill v. Dep't of Rev. , Docket No. 74974-4, that Washington's estate tax is tied to the current federal Internal Revenue Code. | Jim McIntire (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 2303 2005–06 |
Other tobacco products taxReduces the tobacco products tax rate from 129.42 percent to 75 percent. | Bill Grant (D-16) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 2336 2005–06 |
Pupil transportationRemoves the limitation that state pupil transportation funds for students who live within one mile of school are only provided for transportation services for students in kindergarten through fifth grade. | Sherry Appleton (D-23) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 2347 2005–06 |
Research/science & techCreates the Graduate Fellowship Trust Fund (GFTF) program for the sciences. | Jeff Morris (D-40) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 2365 2005–06 |
City lodging taxesExtends credit against the state sales tax for Yakima County's hotel motel tax until 2021. | Maralyn Chase (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 2081 2005–06 |
Hood CanalSpecifies aquatic rehabilitation zones may be established for marine waters posing serious environmental or public health concerns. | William "Ike" Eickmeyer (D-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 478, Laws of 2005 |
May 16, 2005 |
| HB 2097 2005–06 |
Hood Canal rehabilitationAuthorizes a program for Hood Canal rehabilitation. | William "Ike" Eickmeyer (D-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 479, Laws of 2005 |
May 16, 2005 |
| HB 1299 2005–06 |
Tax preferencesRepeals outdated and unused tax exemptions, deductions, credits, and deferrals. | Jim McIntire (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 443, Laws of 2005 |
May 13, 2005 |
| HB 1386 2005–06 |
Historical documentsIncreases the mandatory per instrument recording surcharge that county auditors charge for the preservation of historical documents from $2 to $5. | Dean Takko (D-19) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 442, Laws of 2005 |
May 13, 2005 |
| HB 1640 2005–06 |
Landlord and tenant disputesTemporarily expands the existing ombudsman service provided to mobile home park owners and mobile home park tenants and managed by the Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development (DCTED) to resolve disputes between... | Dawn Morrell (D-25) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 429, Laws of 2005 |
May 13, 2005 |
| HB 1064 2005–06 |
Government performanceCreates a Citizen Oversight Board (Board) to develop an assessment and performance grading program of state agencies. | Mark Miloscia (D-30) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 385, Laws of 2005 |
May 11, 2005 |
| HB 1408 2005–06 |
Individual development acctAuthorizes an Individual Development Account program to assist low-income individuals and foster youth. | Eric Pettigrew (D-37) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 402, Laws of 2005 |
May 11, 2005 |
| HB 1856 2005–06 |
Industrial ins fund auditsRequires the Department of Labor and Industries to prepare financial statements and financial information on various industrial insurance funds using specified standards. | Steve Conway (D-29) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 387, Laws of 2005 |
May 11, 2005 |
| HB 1270 2005–06 |
LEOFFRS retire rehirePermits retired members of the Law Enforcement Officers' and Retirement System Plan 2 (LEOFF 2) who become employed in a job covered by the Public Employees' Retirement System, the Teachers' Retirement System, the School... | Richard Curtis (R-18) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 372, Laws of 2005 |
May 10, 2005 |
| HB 1895 2005–06 |
Statewide energy efficiencyAuthorizes municipalities to conduct energy audits and implement cost-effective energy conservation measures among multiple government entities. | Jeff Morris (D-40) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 299, Laws of 2005 |
May 6, 2005 |
| HB 1168 2005–06 |
Prescription reimportationRequires the Department of Health to license Canadian pharmacies that provide services to Washington residents. | Sherry Appleton (D-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 275, Laws of 2005 |
May 4, 2005 |
| HB 1794 2005–06 |
Baccalaureate degree prgrmsAuthorizes the University of Washington (UW) Bothell and Tacoma, and Washington State University (WSU) Vancouver to begin admitting freshmen and sophomores while also expanding upper-division and graduate capacity and programs. | Phyllis Gutierrez Kenney (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 258, Laws of 2005 |
May 4, 2005 |
| HB 2304 2005–06 |
Medical assistance debtsDirects the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) to place liens on the property of clients who receive medical public assistance prior to their death, if their condition is such that they are unlikely to be... | Helen Sommers (D-36) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 292, Laws of 2005 |
May 4, 2005 |
| HB 1174 2005–06 |
Veterans' tuition waiversCreates a comprehensive veterans' waiver statute and repeals certain other statutes. | John McCoy (D-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 249, Laws of 2005 |
May 3, 2005 |