Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Daniel Newhouse
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 1726 2007–08 |
Growth management planningRequires that the "countywide planning policy" adopted by a county under the Growth Management Act address policies related to the provision of a regional housing supply sufficient to accommodate employment growth and market demand. | Larry Springer (D-45) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 1757 2007–08 |
Farm machineryProvides sales and use tax relief for farm machinery and equipment. | Daniel Newhouse (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 1790 2007–08 |
Funding for jobsProvides a permanent revenue source for the Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB) by allocating 3.3 percent of the state Real Estate Excise Tax receipts to the Public Facilities Construction Loan Revolving Account. | Mark Ericks (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 1815 2007–08 |
Rail preservationCreates a pilot project and grant program within the Department of Transportation (WSDOT) to award or fund rail and crossing materials to in-state rail operators or public or privately-owned short line or main line rail facilities. | Deb Wallace (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 1819 2007–08 |
Furnishing liquor to minorsRequires the Department of Licensing to suspend the driver's license of any person who has a judgment entered against him or her for supplying liquor to a minor. | John Lovick (D-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 1878 2007–08 |
Volunteer firefightersDeclares that one of the primary purposes of this act is to enable injured participants to return to their regular occupation, business, or profession, or to engage in any occupation or perform any work for compensation or profit. | Dan Kristiansen (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 1884 2007–08 |
Family-owned businessesDeducts the value of family owned business interests when acquired by a family member from the estate tax. | Kelli Linville (D-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 1894 2007–08 |
Auctioning vesselsProvides that an auction company licensed under chapter 18.11 RCW and licensed as a motor vehicle dealer under chapter 46.70 RCW may sell at auction all vessels that a vessel dealer is authorized to sell, so long as the sale... | Maralyn Chase (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 1899 2007–08 |
Ban on American beefExtends the business and occupation tax deduction for the slaughtering, breaking, processing, and wholesaling of perishable beef products for firms that slaughter cattle until December 31, 2012. | Bill Grant (D-16) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 1901 2007–08 |
Repairs to farm machineryExempts replacement parts and services related to farm vehicles from sales and use tax. | Bill Grant (D-16) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 1931 2007–08 |
Agricultural activitiesProvides that, beginning July 1, 2007, the center shall design and carry out a process to identify issues that cause conflicts between agricultural activities occurring on agricultural lands and development regulations to... | Brian Blake (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 1938 2007–08 |
Water rightsAllows the continuance of a water right if the owner uses at least a portion of the water right for the established purpose of use. | Steve Hailey (R-9) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 1971 2007–08 |
Unpaid traffic finesProvides that the director or the director's agents shall not renew a vehicle license unless the applicant has paid all monetary penalties for traffic infractions. This act does not apply to an applicant who is in compliance... | Charles Ross (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 1974 2007–08 |
Sex offender sentencingProvides that an offender is eligible for the special sex offender sentencing alternative if: (1) The offender has not committed multiple acts constituting sex offenses against the same victim, regardless of whether the... | Kirk Pearson (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 1978 2007–08 |
Admission ticketsRequires any broadcast, print media, or written advertising by a commercial ticket seller to fully disclose the price of an admission ticket sold by the commercial ticket seller, including any order processing and delivery... | Dave Quall (D-40) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 1984 2007–08 |
Right to farmFinds that the state's agricultural industry is diversified, productive, and a major contributor to the Washington economy. Urban and rural communities statewide benefit from the direct and indirect jobs, income, and revenues... | Doug Ericksen (R-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 1985 2007–08 |
Crop rotationClarifies the definition of "crop rotation" as it applies to water relinquishment. | Judy Warnick (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 1986 2007–08 |
Punishment of theftCreates a 12-month and one day sentencing enhancement in thefts where the damages to the victim greatly exceed the value of the property stolen. | Judy Warnick (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 2001 2007–08 |
Water conservancy boardsProvides that the director's review is limited to compliance with established statutes. In the case of transfers affecting water supplies for an established municipality, the director's review shall also consider the... | Daniel Newhouse (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 2002 2007–08 |
Building permit moratoriumsPhases out building permit moratoriums for cities with unprocessed water right permit applications. | Daniel Newhouse (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 2029 2007–08 |
Underground storage tanksRevises provisions affecting underground storage tanks. | Brian Sullivan (D-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 2030 2007–08 |
High school math & scienceMakes adjustments to the mathematics and science standards and state assessments. Defines a minimum level of knowledge and skills in mathematics and science that will be assessed on a statewide basis for purposes of... | Skip Priest (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 2065 2007–08 |
Tuition waivers for veteransRemoves provisions requiring institutions of higher education to ask about, and encourage the use of, funds available under the Montgomery GI Bill prior to providing state supported tuition waivers to eligible veterans. | Dan Kristiansen (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 2068 2007–08 |
Eminent domainDeclares that private property shall be taken only for public use and no greater interest shall be taken than is necessary to accomplish the public use. Defines "public use." Provides that the condemnor serve a written... | Jay Rodne (R-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| HB 2077 2007–08 |
Growth management boardsProvides greater accountability for growth management hearings boards. | Barbara Bailey (R-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |