Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Ken Jacobsen
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6608 1997–98 |
City councilmember electionsNotwithstanding a city = s charter, every first class city with a population of more than 400,000 persons (Seattle) must have a city council with nine members. Six of the councilmembers are elected from districts with each of... | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| SB 6692 1997–98 |
Electric facilty net meterngThe Legislature finds it is in the public interest to: (1) encourage private investment in renewable energy resources; (2) stimulate the economic growth of this state; and (3) enhance the continued diversification of the... | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| SB 5727 1997–98 |
Delivery truck backup alertsSmall delivery trucks registered or based in Washington that are up to 18 feet long must be equipped with a rear crossview mirror or backup device to alert the driver that a person or object is behind the truck. Administrative... | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 2, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 11, 1998 |
| SB 6507 1997–98 |
Cosmetology advisory boardThe nine-member board is retained. The board = s expiration date is removed. | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 20, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 11, 1998 |
| SB 6760 1997–98 |
Transportation fundingDeclares an intent of this act to ensure that transportation funding keep pace with inflation without violating, amending, or in any way changing Initiative Measure No. 601. Recognizes the current transportation funding crisis... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 27, 1998 |
| SB 5613 1997–98 |
Homeowners' reserved parkingAn exception is made to the prohibition against reserving parking spaces for those persons living on or near college or university property. The municipality in which the college or university is located establishes the... | Shirley Winsley (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 5699 1997–98 |
Transportation planningBy December 31, 2000, cities and counties planning under the Growth Management Act (GMA) are required to include state-owned transportation facilities in the transportation element of their comprehensive plans. The Department... | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 5875 1997–98 |
Veterans & military personnlThe Joint Select Committee on Veterans and Military Personnel Affairs is created. The committee consists of four members, one from each caucus of the House of Representatives and the Senate. | Lena Swanson (D-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 5972 1997–98 |
Contributions by mailThe period in relation to a regular session in which accepting or soliciting campaign contributions is proscribed begins on December 10. A contribution that is received by mail and postmarked before the proscribed period may... | Bob McCaslin (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6207 1997–98 |
Correctional facility emplyeSexual intercourse or sexual contact between an employee of the DOC or DSHS or a departmental contractor and an inmate or offender is defined as employee misconduct. The secretary must suspend the employment of an employee or... | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6281 1997–98 |
Cascade foothills state parkThe Legislature finds that the population in the Puget Sound will grow by more than a million people by the year 2010 and there will be a greater demand for outdoor recreation opportunities. Changing demographics, healthier... | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6300 1997–98 |
Housing authoritiesFor cities with populations over 400,000, the housing authority is expanded from five to seven commissioners, with specific representation designated: one representative each from labor, senior citizens, low income housing... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6365 1997–98 |
False claims against gvrnmntA person who knowingly presents, or assists in the presentation of, a false claim that results in losses to a state or local governmental entity of at least $1,000 is liable for a civil penalty of at least $5,000, but not more... | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6391 1997–98 |
Public transportation infoThe names and other personally identifiable information maintained by public transit agencies regarding persons who participate in public transportation programs administered by the agency are exempt from public inspection and copying. | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6440 1997–98 |
Lightweight tire studsLightweight studs, which are at least 15 percent lighter than metal studs most commonly used in the industry, are the only type approved for use in studded snow tires beginning July 1, 2004. Wholesalers must sell only... | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6444 1997–98 |
Habitat conservation plansHabitat conservation plans and similar agreements under the federal Endangered Species Act may benefit all Washington by providing measures for protection and recovery of federally listed species. | Harriet Spanel (D-40) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6500 1997–98 |
Scenic byways designatn prgmA "scenic byway" designation program is created. The authority for designation and removal of a scenic byway designation is the responsibility of the Transportation Commission. | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6572 1997–98 |
Econ develpmnt strategy counThe Washington Economic Development Strategy Council is created. The council consists of the Governor, five private sector members, four Senators, and four House members. | Ray Schow (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6583 1997–98 |
Adult family homes committeeAn advisory committee on matters related to adult family homes is authorized. The advisory committee is composed of 12 members, of which six are resident advocates, and six are facility providers representing homes which have... | Bob Morton (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 5206 1997–98 |
Wyoming medical studentsWyoming is added to the WAMI program. | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 12, 1998 |
| SB 6460 1997–98 |
Distressed co. job develpmntA series of tax incentives are provided to attract and retain businesses in order to promote the establishment of manufacturing facilities and create jobs in distressed counties. A A distressed county @ is defined as one with... | Ann Anderson (R-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 9, 1998 |
| SB 5883 1997–98 |
Managed health care informtnCurrent law regarding disclosure of information by health carriers and the HCA is expanded. The requirement that the information be released only upon request is removed. | Don Benton (R-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 6, 1998 |
| SB 6236 1997–98 |
WA service scholars programThe Washington service scholars program, administered by the Higher Education Coordinating Board (HECB), is created to honor at least three graduating high school seniors in each legislative district who have distinguished... | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 6, 1998 |
| SB 6447 1997–98 |
Higher ed constructn/tax exmAn exemption from the state sales tax for 50 percent of the cost of construction is provided on public higher education projects. Federal contractors are provided the option to claim the same exemption. | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 6, 1998 |
| SB 6466 1997–98 |
Employee child care/tax credTax credits are offered to businesses with 400 or fewer employees. The credit is equal to 50 percent of the amount of qualifying costs expended for employee child care payments. | Shirley Winsley (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 6, 1998 |