Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Pam Roach
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6089 1993–94 |
Collegiate license platesRCW 46.16.323, the vehicle license plate emblem program for institutions of higher education, is repealed. Beginning January 1, 1995, a state university, regional university, or state college may apply to the Department of... | James West (R-6) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 194, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| SB 6585 1993–94 |
Veterans' tuition exemptionsThe tuition and fees exemption for Vietnam veterans and Persian Gulf veterans is extended to June 30, 1997. | Albert Bauer (D-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 208, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| SB 5341 1993–94 |
DUI penaltiesA person who is arrested for DWI and has a previous conviction for DWI within the last five years is prohibited from transferring, selling or encumbering his or her interest in the motor vehicle the person was driving at the... | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 139, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 28, 1994 |
| SB 6146 1993–94 |
Film/video productn facilityThe Department of Community, Trade, and Economic Development is directed to assist in the location of a film and video production studio in the state. | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 144, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 28, 1994 |
| SB 6195 1993–94 |
Publ employ relations commisThe language establishing a procedure for PERC to prevent unfair labor practices is simplified. PERC is authorized, once it is determined that someone is engaging in an unfair labor practice, to immediately petition a superior... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 58, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6305 1993–94 |
Minor employment law variancAn exemption from the law restricting the employment of minors under 14 is provided for children employed as actors or performers in film, video, audio, or theatrical productions. | Sid Snyder (D-19) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 62, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 5002 1993–94 |
Lottery moneys/common schoolDeletes the requirement for deposits into the housing trust fund. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5006 1993–94 |
Sex offenses against minorsThe statute of limitation for sexual assaults against children under the age of 14 years is extended to seven years or seven years after the victim's 18th birthday. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5023 1993–94 |
Senior citizen property taxDeletes amounts deducted for loss from the definition of disposable income. | A.L. "Slim" Rasmussen (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5058 1993–94 |
Motor vehicle violationsThe statute pertaining to court jurisdiction over motor vehicle violations is amended to clarify that superior court has exclusive jurisdiction over the trial of felony charges. | Adam Smith (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5081 1993–94 |
Wetlands designationRequires notice to a landowner of a proposed designation of property as a wetland. Prohibits a final determination of the designation less than sixty days after notice is provided. | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5104 1993–94 |
Salmon productionThe production of salmon is the primary mission of the Department of Fisheries. During times when the department faces budget cutbacks, the production of salmon shall not be reduced. | Sid Snyder (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5113 1993–94 |
County township organizationThe statutory provisions governing the creation and operation of townships are substantially repealed and replaced. The broad constitutional grant of police powers to townships is restricted to those powers specifically... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5127 1993–94 |
Retirement system leavesPublic employees who take leave to engage in labor relations activities are explicitly authorized to receive service credit for purposes of the public employee retirement system. | Ray Moore (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5138 1993–94 |
Minors under influenceIt is unlawful for any person to permit a person under the age of 21 years to consume liquor on his or her premises or on any premises under that person's control. Premises includes real property, houses, buildings, and other... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5149 1993–94 |
Littering penaltiesLittering is decriminalized and made a civil infraction. Littering not more than one cubic foot of material is a class 4 civil infraction with a maximum fine of $25. | Shirley Winsley (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5155 1993–94 |
Community councilsA community council may also be created in unincorporated areas in counties with a population of over one million (King). | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5156 1993–94 |
AFDC/student eligibilityFull-time students under 20 years of age, and reasonably expected to complete high school or vocational/technical training are eligible for assistance. Earnings of the full-time student shall be disregarded for purposes of... | Sid Snyder (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5180 1993–94 |
Legisltve transprtion cmmtteThe number of Senate members on the Legislative Transportation Committee is increased from 11 to 12 (to equal the number of House members). The party split for appointees from each house is made equal. | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5199 1993–94 |
Fisheries/wildlife officersThe enforcement divisions of the Department of Fisheries and Department of Wildlife are combined and transferred into the State Patrol. Employees have the option to remain in the retirement system in which they are members... | Linda Smith (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5201 1993–94 |
Naturopathic pilot programThe Health Care Authority must establish a pilot project to determine if the availability of naturopathic care would result in improved health and cost savings. The pilot program is open to state employees covered by the... | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5202 1993–94 |
Hysterectomy/informed consntRequires the physicians to obtain a verbal and written informed consent. Requires insurers to consider cost implications of the requirement in establishing rates of provider payment. | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5227 1993–94 |
Property tax/actual useThis bill is designed to implement SJR 8207 if approved by the voters. | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5230 1993–94 |
Growth management deadlinesThe dates by which some of the actions under the Growth Management Act are required to have been taken for the initial group of counties, cities, and towns that plan under all the requirements of the Growth Management Act are... | Jim Hargrove (D-24) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5231 1993–94 |
Economic developmnt incentvsThe sunset date of July 1, 1994 is removed from the state's sales and use tax deferral and business and occupation tax credit programs. | Sid Snyder (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |