Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Pramila Jayapal
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6484 2015–16 |
Victims of sex crimesRequires the Washington association of sheriffs and police chiefs, when funded, to create and operate a statewide sexual assault kit tracking system. Requires local law enforcement agencies, a sheriff and his or her deputies,... | Senator (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 10, 2016 |
| SB 6518 2015–16 |
Create department of housingThe Department of Housing (Department) is created. The mission of the Department is to ensure affordable housing for all economic segments and to end homelessness for every citizen. | Mark Miloscia (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 10, 2016 |
| SB 6524 2015–16 |
Youth sentencing/adult courtWhen sentencing an offender under adult court jurisdiction for a crime committed as a minor, the court has the discretion to impose an exceptional sentence below the standard range based on a consideration of the youth's age,... | Jeannie Darneille (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Mar 10, 2016 |
| SB 6530 2015–16 |
Language of public noticesState agencies that are required to provide public notices advising or informing communities about public health, safety, and welfare risks must provide those notices in a foreign language if at least 5 percent of the city,... | Bob Hasegawa (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Mar 10, 2016 |
| SB 6532 2015–16 |
Workplace bullyingProvides that it is an unfair practice to subject an employee to an abusive work environment. | Maralyn Chase (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 10, 2016 |
| SB 6555 2015–16 |
Personal needs allowanceThe PNA for Medicaid must be increased annually by the percentage cost-of-living adjustment for Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Social Security benefits as published by the Social Security Administration. The PNA must in no... | Christine Rolfes (D-23) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Mar 10, 2016 |
| SB 6561 2015–16 |
Sex crimes statute of limit.Allows the following offenses to be prosecuted at any time after their commission: (1) Rape in the first degree; (2) Rape of a child in the first degree; (3) Child molestation in the first degree; (4) Sexual misconduct with a... | Pramila Jayapal (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 10, 2016 |
| SB 6562 2015–16 |
HPV immunization reportRequires the secretary of the department of health to report to the legislative health care committees on HPV vaccine utilization. | Senator (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 10, 2016 |
| SB 6582 2015–16 |
Cetacean captivityCreates the crime of unlawful cetacean captivity. | Maralyn Chase (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 10, 2016 |
| SB 6585 2015–16 |
Elder justice centersDSHS must establish two demonstration programs that consist of Elder Justice Centers in Clark County and in Spokane County. DSHS may contract directly with these counties or build on established elder justice programs in the county. | Annette Cleveland (D-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 10, 2016 |
| SB 6591 2015–16 |
Nonresident CDLsThe definition of "drive" is amended to remove the requirement that the road be open to the general public for vehicular traffic. | Steve Hobbs (D-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Mar 10, 2016 |
| SB 6592 2015–16 |
Rent increase noticesAuthorizes a new rule of tenancy, including a change in rent, to become effective upon completion of the term of the rental agreement and after thirty days' written notice to each affected tenant, unless otherwise agreed to by... | Pramila Jayapal (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 10, 2016 |
| SB 6593 2015–16 |
Rx drug pricesState agencies that enter into an agreement with a drug manufacturer, distributor, or pharmacy benefit manager must ensure that the purchase price of the drug reflects all available rebates, cash discounts, volume discounts,... | Senator (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 10, 2016 |
| SB 6621 2015–16 |
Policing task forceThe Washington State Institute for Public Policy (WSIPP) convenes a task force on policing and the use of deadly force. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 10, 2016 |
| SB 6622 2015–16 |
Retirement benefit assign.The prohibition against the assignment of state retirement benefits cannot be evaded by the use of any device or artifice to defeat the prohibition, including the deposit of retirement benefits into a joint bank account or the... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Mar 10, 2016 |
| SB 6640 2015–16 |
High school science testingRemoves certain requirements for the high school science assessment. | Mark Mullet (D-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 10, 2016 |
| SB 6647 2015–16 |
HomelessnessThe Legislature finds that homelessness is a crisis across the state and declares the intention to work in concert with other governments and organizations to provide support and funds to increase services to homeless... | Sharon Nelson (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 10, 2016 |
| SB 6653 2015–16 |
Emerg. vehicles, toll exemptRequires the transportation commission to: (1) For toll bridges under chapter 47.46 RCW, provide an exemption from all toll charges for authorized emergency vehicles; and (2) Provide an exemption from all tolled facilities for... | Rosemary McAuliffe (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 10, 2016 |
| SB 6658 2015–16 |
Relatives/child visitationAuthorizes a person who is not the parent of the child to petition for visitation with the child if certain conditions exist. | Jamie Pedersen (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 10, 2016 |
| SB 5153 2015–16 |
Campaign contributionsRequires nonprofit organizations that make incidental political contributions and expenditures to report to the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC). | Andy Billig (D-3) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 25, 2016 |
| SB 6145 2015–16 |
High sch science assessmentDelays, for two years, the requirement that a student meet the state standard on the statewide science assessment or an alternative in order to earn a Certificate of Academic Achievement for purposes of high school graduation. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 42, Laws of 2015, 3rd Special Session |
Jul 14, 2015 |
| SB 5317 2015–16 |
Autism & developmntal delaysRequires that medical assistance programs cover universal screening and provider payments for autism and developmental delays, as recommended by the Bright Futures Guidelines and to the extent funds are available. | Senator (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 8, Laws of 2015, 1st Special Session |
Jun 10, 2015 |
| SB 5631 2015–16 |
Domestic violence victimsRequires the Department of Social and Health Services to establish minimum standards for community-based domestic violence programs and emergency shelter programs. | Jim Hargrove (D-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 275, Laws of 2015 |
May 18, 2015 |
| SB 5564 2015–16 |
Juvenile records and finesAllows courts to seal juvenile records if the person has paid the full amount of restitution owing to the individual victim named in the restitution order. | Steve O'Ban (R-28) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 265, Laws of 2015 |
May 14, 2015 |
| SB 5557 2015–16 |
Pharmacist servicesRequires a health carrier to reimburse for services provided by a pharmacist acting within his or her scope of practice under certain circumstances. | Linda Evans Parlette (R-12) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 237, Laws of 2015 |
May 11, 2015 |