Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Arthur Sprenkle
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2099 1991–92 |
Solid waste/county regulatnDeclares that counties shall have the option to collect solid waste and may require citizens to use the waste handling system. Repeals RCW 36.58A.010, 36.58A.020, 36.58A.030, and 36.58A.040. | Arthur Sprenkle (D-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 2120 1991–92 |
Unprofessional conductProvides that a member of a health profession may not accept more than a nominal gratuity from a representative of a medical product or services in contemplation of use in published research journals. | Arthur Sprenkle (D-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 2221 1991–92 |
Purple heart recipient day(AS OF HOUSE 2ND READING 6/19/91) Establishes purple heart recipient recognition day. | Rose Bowman (R-20) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1025 1991–92 |
Growth management strategiesThe 1990 Growth Management Act (GMA) is modified and expanded. Who Must Plan: The classes of counties that are required to plan under the GMA are expanded to include any county with a population of 100,000 or more. | Maria Cantwell (D-44) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 32, Laws of 1991, 1st Special Session |
Jul 16, 1991 |
| HB 1376 1991–92 |
Computer software taxationCustom software is exempt from property tax. Master or golden copies of software are exempt from property tax. | Arthur Wang (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 29, Laws of 1991, 1st Special Session |
Jul 11, 1991 |
| HB 1938 1991–92 |
State-wide 911 networkThe Director of the Department of Community Development, through a State Enhanced 911 Coordinator, shall coordinate and facilitate implementation and operation of E911 statewide. E911 shall be implemented statewide by 1998. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 329, Laws of 1991 |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 1986 1991–92 |
Dev disabled rights protectnThe Governor must designate an agency for the protection and advocacy of the rights of developmentally disabled and mentally ill individuals. The designated agency must be independent of any agency that provides treatment or... | June Leonard (D-11) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 333, Laws of 1991 |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 1120 1991–92 |
Horse racing receiptsAmendments are made to provisions in the horse racing code relating to: the pari-mutuel tax; the distribution of revenues; wagers on exotic races; satellite locations; and ex officio members of the Horse Racing Commission. The... | Judith Roland (D-31) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 270, Laws of 1991 |
May 20, 1991 |
| HB 1127 1991–92 |
Superior court judge positnsThe numbers of superior court judges in four counties are increased as follows: oKing County - from 46 to 58; oGrays Harbor County - from two to three; oSnohomish County - from 11 to 13; oMason County - from one to two. Six of... | Senator (D-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 299, Laws of 1991 |
May 20, 1991 |
| HB 1081 1991–92 |
Bicycle safety programA bicycle awareness program is created within the Washington State Patrol (WSP). Bicycles are defined as vehicles, except for the provisions that relate to titling, registration and the selling of vehicles. | Betty Morris (D-18) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 214, Laws of 1991 |
May 16, 1991 |
| HB 1172 1991–92 |
Student pedestrian safetyA school pathway and bus stop improvement program and council are established. | Jeffrey Holland (R-47) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 230, Laws of 1991 |
May 16, 1991 |
| HB 1400 1991–92 |
Rural health care projectsThe number six is deleted from both provisions, allowing any number of projects to be funded consistent with appropriation. | Bob Morton (R-7) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 224, Laws of 1991 |
May 16, 1991 |
| HB 1919 1991–92 |
Vehicle insur/safety courseThe Superintendent of Public Instruction is required to include in traffic safety education courses, information concerning the effects of alcohol and drugs on motor vehicle operators and the consequences of operating motor... | Georgette Valle (D-34) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 217, Laws of 1991 |
May 16, 1991 |
| HB 2037 1991–92 |
Radiologic technologistsAn x-ray technician registration program is established. No person may practice radiologic technology or operate equipment utilizing ionizing radiation on human beings without being registered or certified. | Betty Morris (D-18) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 222, Laws of 1991 |
May 16, 1991 |
| HB 2048 1991–92 |
Older physicians license feeThe board by rule is authorized to establish a "retired active license" for retired physicians or physician assistants who wish to practice medicine on an emergent or intermittent basis. The Secretary of Health is to establish... | John Moyer (R-6) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 229, Laws of 1991 |
May 16, 1991 |
| HB 2198 1991–92 |
Joint center/higher educatnThe statutes related to the Joint Center for Higher Education in Spokane and the Spokane Intercollegiate Research and Technology Institute are amended as follows. | Dennis Dellwo (D-3) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 205, Laws of 1991 |
May 16, 1991 |
| HB 1027 1991–92 |
Hazardous substance spillsOffice of Marine Safety An Office of Marine Safety is created as a state agency, with a focus in marine transportation. The administrator of the office is appointed by the Governor. | Nancy Rust (D-1) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 200, Laws of 1991 |
May 15, 1991 |
| HB 1028 1991–92 |
Changes in air quality lawsGOALS AND PUBLIC POLICY: A number of legislative findings and goals are established. These sections generally reflect three principles: 1) all air polluters should pay for the costs of air pollution; 2) state laws should... | R Wesley Pruitt (D-26) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 199, Laws of 1991 |
May 15, 1991 |
| HB 1142 1991–92 |
Processor/preparer liensThe definition of agricultural products for purposes of the processor lien is modified to specifically include milk and milk products. A person owing money to a dairy processor, who has a processor lien attached to an account... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 174, Laws of 1991 |
May 15, 1991 |
| HB 1527 1991–92 |
Medical continuing educationThe Board of Medical Examiners is directed to draft rules allowing board approved activities relating to professional liability risk management which satisfy mandatory continuing education requirements. | Dennis Braddock (D-42) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 195, Laws of 1991 |
May 15, 1991 |
| HB 1401 1991–92 |
Taxpayers' rights/responsbltTaxpayers have a right to be treated fairly and equitably, including: 1) The right to a written statement explaining the basis for tax deficiencies, interest, and penalties; 2) The right to rely on written advice from the... | Arthur Wang (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 142, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1861 1991–92 |
Osteopathic medicine/surgeryThe Osteopathic Medicine Practice Act is updated generally, including references to the transfer of the regulatory program to the Department of Health, correction of internal statutory references, and the elimination of... | Betty Morris (D-18) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 160, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1082 1991–92 |
Information disclosureCurrent law is amended to allow the HCA to exempt such data from public disclosure and to allow the SEBB to hold executive sessions when it must review and discuss such data. These provisions are consistent with current... | Dennis Braddock (D-42) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 79, Laws of 1991 |
May 9, 1991 |
| HB 1358 1991–92 |
Unused sick leave/ed emplyesSchool district and Educational Service District employees who are eligible under existing law to receive annual payment for unused sick leave may choose to have the funds used for a medical benefit plan that provides... | Randolph Dorn (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 92, Laws of 1991 |
May 9, 1991 |
| HB 1536 1991–92 |
Hospice services extensionThis bill extends the optional Medicaid hospice benefit to June 30, 1993. | Calvin Anderson (D-43) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 119, Laws of 1991 |
May 9, 1991 |