Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Mike Sells
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 2281 2005–06 |
Fuel for state agenciesAuthorizes the director of general administration through the division of purchasing, in consultation with the state investment board and the state treasurer's office, to explore and implement strategies designed to reduce the... | Jeff Morris (D-40) | 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 2313 2005–06 |
Restrctng tax preferencesRaises revenue by restricting or eliminating tax exemptions, deductions, and credits. Repeals RCW 82.04.062, 82.04.293, 82.04.315, 82.04.317, 82.04.4292, and 82.04.44525. | Bob Hasegawa (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 2318 2005–06 |
Taxation of unearned incomeProvides that a one percent tax is imposed on the taxable income of: (1) Individuals; and (2) Partnerships, limited liability companies, associations, and trusts, the beneficial interest in which is not represented by... | Bob Hasegawa (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
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 2351 2005–06 |
Energy resource standardsRequires investor-owned utilities and consumer-owned utilities to develop integrated resource plans. | Jeff Morris (D-40) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 2400 2005–06 |
Sustainable energy trustAllows for a System Benefit Charge to be collected monthly from all retail electricity customers for ten years. | Jeff Morris (D-40) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 2411 2005–06 |
Sex offender punishmentIncreases the minimum term for Rape of a Child in the first degree and Child Molestation in the first degree when the perpetrator was unknown to the victim. | Al O'Brien (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 2413 2005–06 |
Electronic monitoringRequires the Department of Corrections (DOC) to conduct a pilot project to evaluate the cost and effectiveness of using global positioning system technology to monitor transient or level three sex offenders on community... | John Lovick (D-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 2433 2005–06 |
Property tax reliefProvides property tax relief for senior citizens and persons retired by reason of physical disability. | Tom Campbell (R-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 2442 2005–06 |
Alternative fuelsEnhances the availability of alternative fuel at retail gasoline stations. | Zack Hudgins (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 2496 2005–06 |
Job creation tax creditCreates a business and occupation tax credit of $450 per year per newly created full-time employment position for businesses with 20 or fewer employees that offer a health care plan to all employees. | Derek Kilmer (D-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| HB 1252 2005–06 |
Family & consumer science edEncourages school districts to adopt a family preservation curriculum and offer a unit in family preservation education to high school students. | Dave Quall (D-40) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 491, Laws of 2005 |
May 16, 2005 |
| HB 2163 2005–06 |
Homeless housing programChanges the Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development (DCTED) and local governments which choose to participate with creating plans and implementing programs and activities homelessness by 50 percent within 10 years. | Timm Ormsby (D-3) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 484, Laws of 2005 |
May 16, 2005 |
| HB 1486 2005–06 |
Health care servicesApplicants for state purchased health care benefits or uncompensated care from a hospital will identify their employer. | Steve Conway (D-29) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
May 13, 2005 |
| HB 1512 2005–06 |
State health care programsRequires the use of evidence-based medicine principles in state purchased health care program contracts with health carriers and providers. | Dawn Morrell (D-25) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 446, Laws of 2005 |
May 13, 2005 |
| HB 1903 2005–06 |
Job development fundCreates the Job Development Fund to assist in the financing of public infrastructure projects that create jobs, stimulate community development, and stimulate economic development. | Mark Ericks (D-1) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 425, Laws of 2005 |
May 12, 2005 |
| HB 1242 2005–06 |
State budgeting processRequires that the Governor communicate statewide priorities to agencies and seek public involvement and input on these priorities. | Kelli Linville (D-42) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 386, Laws of 2005 |
May 11, 2005 |
| HB 2126 2005–06 |
Dependent personsCreates certain rights for dependent persons who are victims and witnesses of crimes. | Patricia Lantz (D-26) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 381, Laws of 2005 |
May 10, 2005 |
| HB 1185 2005–06 |
Cell phone numbersRequires a wireless telephone company to obtain a subscriber's express, opt-in consent, either in writing or electronically, before publishing their wireless phone number in a directory. | Dawn Morrell (D-25) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 322, Laws of 2005 |
May 9, 2005 |
| HB 2124 2005–06 |
Public transportationCreates the Office of Transit Mobility in the Department of Transportation (DOT). | Ed Murray (D-43) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 318, Laws of 2005 |
May 9, 2005 |
| HB 1397 2005–06 |
Motor vehicle emissionsAdopts the California vehicle emissions standards, without the zero emission vehicle regulations.. | Ed Murray (D-43) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 295, 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 |