Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Roy Ferguson
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2478 1991–92 |
Regulatory ombudsman officeRequires that, upon the request of an applicant for a permit, a written description of the specific requirements for the permit must be provided by the issuing agency. Creates the office of regulatory ombudsman within the... | Peggy Johnson (R-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 1992 |
| HB 2482 1991–92 |
Operating budget amendmentsDirects the governor to provide to the legislature a document comparing the proposed amended appropriations with the current and previous biennium appropriations. | Jim Horn (R-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 1992 |
| HB 2483 1991–92 |
Library district governanceRevises provisions of chapter 27.12 RCW pertaining to the administration of library districts. Directs rural county library districts to enter into a reciprocal service agreement with cities and towns. Authorizes rural county... | Jim Horn (R-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 1992 |
| HB 2392 1991–92 |
State route 901Repeals RCW 47.17.830. Deletes state route 901 from the scenic and recreational highway system. | Elmira Forner (R-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 16, 1992 |
| HB 2395 1991–92 |
Local improvement districtsProvides an optional method clarifying and making uniform the procedures by which local governments create local improvement districts, utility local improvement districts, local utility districts, and road improvement... | Judith Roland (D-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 16, 1992 |
| HB 2404 1991–92 |
Initiatives and referendaRevises provisions relating to initiatives and referenda. | Calvin Anderson (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 16, 1992 |
| HB 2428 1991–92 |
Timber management/harvestDeclares that only those department of natural resources rules that are in effect at the time of planting are applicable to the management and harvesting of the stand of timber. | Moyne Riley (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 16, 1992 |
| HB 2018 1991–92 |
Port dist unclaimed propertyIf the owner of personal property that comes into the possession of a port district in connection with its official duties does not claim the property within 60 days, then the port district may dispose of the property. The... | Maryann Mitchell (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 15, 1992 |
| HB 2339 1991–92 |
Legislator salary reductionProvides that a member of the legislature may elect to refuse an increase or request a decrease in the member's annual salary during the term of office. | George Orr (D-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 15, 1992 |
| HB 2312 1991–92 |
Property tax reductionRequires a county assessor, in computing assessed valuation, to take into consideration any reduction in property values or highest and best use that are the result of a direct government action. | Elmira Forner (R-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 1992 |
| HB 1014 1991–92 |
LIDs/optional procedureDeclares an intent to provide an optional set of laws to clarify, simplify, and make uniform the procedures by which local governments may create local improvement districts, impose and collect special assessments, and issue... | Judith Roland (D-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1017 1991–92 |
Citizens' review/lcl govmntsThis legislation implements a portion of the constitutional amendment recommended by the Local Governance Study Commission by establishing a process for a temporary citizens' review committee to be elected within a county to... | Roy Ferguson (R-48) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1041 1991–92 |
Facsimile filing/electnThe following may be filed with the Secretary of State or county auditor by electronic facsimile transmission: declarations of candidacy, certification of candidates and measures by the secretary, candidates' pamphlet... | Calvin Anderson (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1056 1991–92 |
Tuition waviers/state emplysIncludes officers of the Washington state patrol in the definition of "state employees" for purposes of tuition waivers. | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1065 1991–92 |
Merchant marine/retirmt crdtProvides that credit for service in the armed forces shall include service in the merchant marine of the United States. | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
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 1084 1991–92 |
Minors on licensed premisesThe Liquor Control Board is authorized to classify certain portions of licensed premises as taprooms or cabarets. Minors are prohibited from entering such areas. | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1093 1991–92 |
Credit card payment to stateAllows state agencies, including state liquor stores, to accept payment from any individual using a personal credit card, so long as the card does not rely on the credit of the state. | Marlin Appelwick (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1097 1991–92 |
Tuition waiver/national guarState colleges and universities are permitted to waive tuition and service and activities fees for members of the Washington National Guard enrolled on a space available basis. These students will not be included in official... | George Orr (D-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1098 1991–92 |
Learning centers/at-risk stuEstablishes a grant program to provide financial assistance to school districts to fund computer hardware and software costs associated with the operation of learning centers. Makes an appropriation of two hundred thousand... | Georgette Valle (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1104 1991–92 |
Merchant marine veteransMembers of the Merchant Marine are officially recognized as veterans by the state of Washington. Merchant Marine veterans are eligible to receive any state veteran benefits for which they qualify. | Evan Jones (D-24) | 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 |
| HB 1132 1991–92 |
Archtecturl/enginrng cntrctsRequires the state efficiency and accountability commission to conduct a review of the state's procurement and use of contracted architectural and engineering services. Requires a report by December 1, 1991. | Georgette Valle (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |