Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Simeon Wilson
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2201 1991–92 |
Cable television systemsProhibits the discrimination in rental or other charges between tenants who subscribe to the services of a CATV system and those who do not. Gives a tenant the right to request and receive CATV services. Provides that an... | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | 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 2230 1991–92 |
Cable television on islandsRequires a cable television company to offer service to all island residents at a reasonable cost. Directs the commission to enforce the act. | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 2253 1991–92 |
Medicine/vitamin tax exmptnExempts over-the-counter medication, as defined by RCW 69.60.020, and vitamins from the sales and use taxes. | Betty Edmondson (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 2254 1991–92 |
MV licenses/proof of insrnceDirects the department of licensing to adopt rules concerning valid proof of insurance. | Betty Edmondson (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
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 2235 1991–92 |
Hunting and fishing feesHunting, fishing, trapping and other Department of Wildlife fees are increased approximately 20 percent. Senior citizens over 70 years of age must pay $3 for an annual fishing license. | Arthur Wang (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 7, Laws of 1991, 1st Special Session |
Jun 30, 1991 |
| HB 1136 1991–92 |
Cosmetology regulationsThe definition of "board" is amended to include esthetics. The definition of "the practice of cosmetology" is amended to include cutting, trimming, styling, and shampooing hair, as well as manicuring and esthetics. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 324, Laws of 1991 |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 1864 1991–92 |
Sand and gravel removalThe requirement that materials removed from aquatic lands be sold at fair market value when sold to local governments for use in the construction, maintenance, or repair of roads is deleted. Instead, the department is... | Peter Kremen (D-42) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 337, Laws of 1991 |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 2140 1991–92 |
Transportation agencies planThe Office of Financial Management (OFM) is required to develop budget instructions which include directions to transportation agencies for submittal of their six-year programs and financial plans. | Karen Schmidt (R-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 358, 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 1137 1991–92 |
Criminal justice purposesCriminal justice purposes are activities that substantially assist the criminal justice system or provide ancillary benefit to the civil justice system. Existing funding means actual operating expenditures for criminal justice... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 311, Laws of 1991 |
May 20, 1991 |
| HB 1262 1991–92 |
Tow truck restrictionsA tow truck performing an initial tow is not subject to the statutory height, weight, length, axle loading and spacing requirements, regardless of the destination. | Paul Zellinsky (D-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 276, Laws of 1991 |
May 20, 1991 |
| HB 1156 1991–92 |
Pest control inspectorsNo individual may commercially perform the service of inspecting a building for the presence of pests destructive to structural components without first obtaining a pest control consultant license in the special category of... | Shirley Winsley (R-28) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 264, Laws of 1991 |
May 17, 1991 |
| HB 1299 1991–92 |
Senior citizens tax exemptnsThe income and assessed valuation thresholds for the senior citizen property tax exemption are increased. The $18,000 income threshold is increased to $22,000. | Lawrence Phillips (D-36) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 213, Laws of 1991 |
May 16, 1991 |
| HB 1452 1991–92 |
High-speed ground trans cmteThe Governor, the chair of the Legislative Transportation Committee, and the chair of the Transportation Commission are directed to jointly appoint a 15-member High-Speed Ground Transportation Steering Committee. Membership... | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 231, Laws of 1991 |
May 16, 1991 |
| HB 1572 1991–92 |
Salmon for consumption labelFresh or frozen salmon that is offered for retail sale must be labeled and advertised showing the common name of the salmon species, whether it is farm raised salmon or commercially caught salmon and whether it is domestic or... | Harriet Spanel (D-40) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 232, 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 1525 1991–92 |
Educ employees travel expensIn order to obtain the lower state preferred travel rates, ESDs and school districts are allowed to charge travel expenses incurred by employees and board members during official travel to the Superintendent of Public... | Karen Schmidt (R-23) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
May 15, 1991 |
| HB 1105 1991–92 |
Exempt property/executionWhen any state attempts to collect an income tax on pension or retirement benefits paid to a former resident of that state who is now a Washington resident, the retirement income and all other property in this state owned by... | Evan Jones (D-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 123, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1931 1991–92 |
Nonprofit raffle limitsTaxes may be imposed on raffles only on net receipts exceeding $10,000. | Jean Marie Brough (R-30) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 161, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1995 1991–92 |
Nonpowered vehicle equipmentConverter gear and tow bars are exempt from Washington's vehicle registration and licensing requirements. Converter gears are no longer considered apportioned vehicles for the purposes of prorate. | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 163, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 2005 1991–92 |
Freight brokers/forwardersA bond or deposit of security in a minimum amount of $5,000, as determined by the Utilities and Transportation Commission (UTC), is established for brokers or forwarders engaged in intrastate commerce. An interstate broker or... | Evan Jones (D-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 146, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1470 1991–92 |
Public works projects apprpsSixty-five public works projects totaling $51,900,000 are recommended by the Public Works Board for fiscal year 1991. The appropriation for these projects was included in the 1989-91 capital budget. | Val Ogden (D-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 97, Laws of 1991 |
May 9, 1991 |
| HB 2187 1991–92 |
Nonprofit orgs tax exemptnsAny public benefit nonprofit organization is exempt from paying B&O tax and from collecting sales taxes on amounts received from fundraising auctions if the organization does not conduct more than one auction per year and the... | John O'Brien (D-37) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 51, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 26, 1991 |