Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Jeanne Kohl-Welles
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5567 2005–06 |
Investing in youth programThe Department of Community Trade and Economic Development (CTED) will establish a reinvesting in youth program to award grants to counties for implementing programs to reduce crime. The programs must target youth already... | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5573 2005–06 |
Property tx dollar rateThe ballot title for the proposition, in addition to stating the dollar rate proposed, must state the conditions, if any, for which the proposal is made. Additionally, the ballot title must state the maximum regular levy... | Darlene Fairley (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5574 2005–06 |
Stun gunsA projectile stun gun study committee is created to review the sale and use of projectile stun guns in Washington. The committee is composed of two Senators, two Representatives, a police chief, an elected sheriff, a... | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5575 2005–06 |
Higher ed student populationColleges and universities are allowed to consider race, color, ethnicity, or national origin in their admission or transfer policies if the purpose of the consideration is to promote diversity and if the policy meets a list of... | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5578 2005–06 |
WorkFirstWorkFirst participants engaging in vocation educational training as a "work activity" can do so for twenty-four months. | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5592 2005–06 |
Smoking in public placesDesignated smoking areas in public places are prohibited. This prohibition includes bars, restaurants, taverns, skating rinks and bowling alleys. | Rosemary McAuliffe (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5594 2005–06 |
Stem cell rsrch/human cloneThe policy of Washington State is to permit research involving the use of human embryonic stem cells, human embryonic germ cells, and human adult stem cells upon full consideration of the ethical and medical implications.... | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5597 2005–06 |
Farmers market nutrition prgFour-hundred thousand dollars from the state general fund is appropriated to the Department of Health to maintain the 2004 participation levels for the farmers market nutrition program for women, infants, and children. | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5600 2005–06 |
Breastfeeding womenA joint task force of the Legislature is to study: (1) the number of breastfeeding women in the workplace; (2) How the employers accommodate these women's needs; (3) the number of employers that have lactation policies; (4)... | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5605 2005–06 |
Naturopathic physiciansThe term "medicines of mineral, animal, and botanical origin"is replaced with the term "naturopathic medicines." The medicines that naturopaths may use includes vitamins, minerals, botanical medicines, homeopathic medicines,... | Pat Thibaudeau (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5612 2005–06 |
Housing assistancePreference for Housing Trust Fund assistance is extended to applicant projects which include employment and training opportunities in Washington apprenticeship programs. | Jean Berkey (D-38) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5613 2005–06 |
Comm college tuition waiversCommunity and technical colleges are allowed to deduct the tuition owed from the funds they are sending the trust under the training contract with the apprentice organizations. | Jean Berkey (D-38) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5616 2005–06 |
LEOFFRS service creditMembers of LEOFF 2 who are eligible for retirement are allowed to purchase up to five years of additional service credit at full actuarial cost at the time of retirement. Additional service credit purchased in this way is used... | Linda Evans Parlette (R-12) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5617 2005–06 |
LEOFFRS retire rehireA retiree of LEOFF 2 who becomes employed in a position that is eligible for membership in one of the other Washington State retirement systems may become a member of his or her new position's retirement plan and earn a second... | Linda Evans Parlette (R-12) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5618 2005–06 |
Forest landsThe purpose of designating lands as forest lands of long term commercial significance is to maintenance the land base required for the forest products industry and derive the economic, social, and environmental benefits that... | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5619 2005–06 |
Water qualityThe Legislature finds the marine waters of the state to be at significant risk from development along the state's shorelines. The adverse coastal impacts occur not only from local use, but include impacts from uses occurring a... | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5622 2005–06 |
Streamlined sales & use taxProvisions are included that would allow the state to conform fully to the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement. Sellers are authorized to designate an agent to register the seller with the state, if not already registered. | Mark Doumit (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5625 2005–06 |
Gender equity reportingPermits higher education institutions to use a three-year rolling average in reporting athletic participation for purposes of gender equity rules. | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5637 2005–06 |
Health insurance coverageOn a quarterly basis, any employer with 50 or more employees must pay a fee to the Department of Employment Security. The fee will be based on a rate established by the administrator of the Health Care Authority reflecting the... | Karen Keiser (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5642 2005–06 |
Business & job retentionThe Business and Job Retention and Expansion Program is created in the Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development. | Tracey Eide (D-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5646 2005–06 |
Concealment of pblc hazards"Public hazard" is defined as a condition, product, or practice that is reasonably likely to cause harm to others if not publicly disclosed. In determining whether a confidentiality provision is valid and enforceable, the... | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5648 2005–06 |
Immigration status inquiryWashington law enforcement officers and agencies must not inquire about the immigration status of crime victims, witnesses, or others approaching the officers for assistance. Other officers or agencies that provide safety... | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5650 2005–06 |
Adult family homesThe Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) is required to implement a food safety component as part of the required training for staff and providers in adult family homes. Food handler permits will not be necessary... | Pat Thibaudeau (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5651 2005–06 |
Comm & tech college accountThe interest earnings on the investment of the community and technical college capital projects account will remain in the account. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5655 2005–06 |
Tribal history in schoolsRequires school district to incorporate the culture, history, and government of federally-recognized Indian tribes into its curriculum for each grade level in which Washington State and United States history is taught. A... | Dave Schmidt (R-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |