Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by James Springer
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 1834 1993–94 |
Juvenile sex offendersRevises RCW 13.40.0357 to increase penalties for juvenile sex offenders. | Larry Sheahan (R-9) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1843 1993–94 |
Regulatory takings of proprtDeclares that the reduction of the fair market value of property by the imposition of a regulation on its use constitutes a taking of property for which compensation is required. Exempts police power actions to prevent a... | Betty Morris (D-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1879 1993–94 |
Archit & engineerng servicesThe state and local governments must include, as part of their agency procedures and guidelines, a plan to ensure that local firms are afforded a reasonable opportunity to complete and obtain public contracts for architectural... | James Springer (D-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1895 1993–94 |
B & O tax exemption limitBusinesses below $24,000 a year in gross receipts are exempt from taxation. | Tracey Eide (D-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1896 1993–94 |
Island counties/tax useA county, with a population of less than 50,000 that is composed entirely of islands, and any city located within such a county, may expend receipts from its excise tax on sales of real property for any capital purpose... | Dave Quall (D-40) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1901 1993–94 |
Tourism/lodging taxRequires the proceeds of a tax imposed by the county to be placed in a special fund or account to be used only for the promotion of tourism. | Holly Myers (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1903 1993–94 |
Ballot measures nomenclatureRevises ballot measure nomenclature and procedures. Authorizes the attorney general to comment on the constitutionality and enforceability of proposed ballot measures. Repeals RCW 29.79.040. | Calvin Anderson (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1914 1993–94 |
At-risk children assistanceAny volunteer, including a volunteer organization, may assist a public agency, with the agency's approval, in a collaborative program for serving the needs of at-risk youth. Such programs are to be established in accordance... | Lisa Brown (D-3) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1916 1993–94 |
Competitve strategies tsk frEstablishes the competitive strategies task force to reduce the costs of government services, improve the quality of services, and minimize the role of government. | R Wesley Pruitt (D-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1917 1993–94 |
Government services deliveryEncourages the delivery of high quality services to the citizens in the most cost-effective and efficient manner possible. Authorizes the purchase of services through contracts with individuals or business entities. | Bill Finkbeiner (R-45) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1918 1993–94 |
New business start-upsPromotes the creation and success of new small businesses through entrepreneurial training, technical assistance, and tax credit and deferrals. | Barbara Holm (D-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1919 1993–94 |
Hate crimes preventionEstablishes a task force to develop and make available to school districts curriculum and programs designed to reduce the incidence of hatred against individuals and groups. | Barbara Cothern (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1929 1993–94 |
Regional transportation planThe size requirements for regional transportation planning organizations (RTPOs) are reduced to require that the RTPO have a population of at least 50,000 instead of 100,000 or contain at least two counties instead of three.... | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1937 1993–94 |
State investment boardEstablishes statutory standards regarding conflict of interest and ethical conduct to further promote and sustain public trust and maintain integrity in government. | Calvin Anderson (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1940 1993–94 |
Fishing guide licensesNew requirements are established for fishing guides for game fish and salmon, and are administered by the Department of Fish and Wildlife. These include: a current first aid certification, a current cardiopulmonary... | George Orr (D-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1941 1993–94 |
Weapons at school/notificatnEach school district must adopt and implement a policy for notifying the parents or guardians of any student violating the law prohibiting dangerous weapons on school premises. The policy must require prompt notification of... | Barbara Cothern (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1949 1993–94 |
Nonprofit org/political actvNonprofit organizations, except schools and colleges, that directly engage in certain prohibited political activities are not eligible for a property tax exemption. The nonprofit organization's tax exemption is not jeopardized... | Betty Morris (D-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1959 1993–94 |
Indus safety/health citatnsThe time period for issuing citations under the Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act is amended. The requirement is deleted that a citation must be issued within six months after a compliance inspection or investigation... | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1962 1993–94 |
Local optional taxesAuthorizes the establishment of new local option taxes to fund the provision of adequate county-wide services. | Holly Myers (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1968 1993–94 |
Building code enforcementDefines a "stand-alone ordinance". Requires a stand-alone ordinance to be submitted to the building code council for approval. Requires the building code council to adopt clear criteria for the review of local amendments to... | Betty Morris (D-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1971 1993–94 |
Long-term care insuranceThe Department of Social and Health Services is given the authority to establish and coordinate a pilot long-term care insurance program referred to as the Washington Long-term Care Partnership. The Department of Social and... | Phil Dyer (R-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1972 1993–94 |
Ride sharing and vanpoolsReduces the passenger capacity requirement for ride-sharing vehicles to be exempt from retail sales and excise taxes. Makes an appropriation of thirty million eight hundred one thousand dollars to carry out the purposes of the... | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1983 1993–94 |
Math, science, technologyCreates a council on mathematics, science, and technology to enhance the education of Washington's youth and work force and to recommend state-wide science and technology policies to the governor and the legislature. | Georgette Valle (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1986 1993–94 |
Neighborhood reinvestmentThe Neighborhood Reinvestment Act (NRA) is an effort to coordinate the efforts and resources of government, business, and the community to create an environment in which reinvestment in the neighborhood can occur. | Jesse Wineberry (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1989 1993–94 |
Economic development grantsAn economic development grant program is created in the Office of Financial Management. The program provides technical assistance to communities for economic development efforts, such as economic diversification, by helping... | Jesse Wineberry (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |