Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by James Johanson
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2319 1993–94 |
Violence reduction programsPART I HUMAN SERVICES: PREVENTION AND EARLY INTERVENTION Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect . The Department of Health will coordinate and fund, with funds provided for this purpose, voluntary programs to help parents of... | Marlin Appelwick (D-46) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 7, Laws of 1994, 1st Special Session |
Apr 6, 1994 |
| HB 2670 1993–94 |
Senior citizen prop tx relefThe income thresholds for the senior citizen and disabled person property tax exemptions are increased. The $26,000 threshold is increased to $30,000. | Gregory Fisher (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 8, Laws of 1994, 1st Special Session |
Apr 6, 1994 |
| HB 2676 1993–94 |
Boards, commissions, counclsA total of 30 general government boards, councils and commissions are abolished. A total of 19 health boards and commissions are consolidated into six quality-assurance commissions or councils. | Hans Dunshee (D-39) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 9, Laws of 1994, 1st Special Session |
Apr 6, 1994 |
| HB 2798 1993–94 |
Public assistance reformThe Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction administers a program providing grants to schools for media campaigns promoting family planning, including abstinence. The Job Opportunities and Basic Skills (JOBS)... | Helen Sommers (D-36) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 299, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 2, 1994 |
| HB 1159 1993–94 |
Whistleblower protectionThe definition of "retaliatory action" under the local government "whistleblower" statutes is amended to include hostile actions by another employee towards a whistleblower that were encouraged by a supervisor. | Holly Myers (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 210, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| HB 1235 1993–94 |
PartnershipsThe act authorizes the formation of a new type of business in Washington, the limited liability company. | Marlin Appelwick (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 211, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| HB 1652 1993–94 |
Animal crueltyThe animal cruelty chapter is substantially revised. Terms are defined and principles of liability are stated. "Animal care and control agencies" mean any city or county animal control agency authorized to enforce city and... | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 261, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| HB 2153 1993–94 |
Sexual harassment policyBy December 31, 1994, SPI is to develop criteria for use by school districts in developing sexual harassment policies. The criteria shall address grievance procedures, remedies, disciplinary actions and other subjects at the... | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 213, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| HB 2270 1993–94 |
Probate and trustThe Bar Association proposals regarding probate and trust law are adopted. Jurisdiction and Proceedings. | James Johanson (D-44) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 221, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| HB 2274 1993–94 |
High school course creditThe SBE agrees to delay implementation of its rule establishing course equivalencies until September 1995. By May 1, 1994, the Higher Education Coordinating Board (HECB) and the SBE will convene a task force for ongoing... | Dave Quall (D-40) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 222, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| HB 2510 1993–94 |
Regulatory reformRULE-MAKING JOINT ADMINISTRATIVE RULES REVIEW COMMITTEE (JARRC) REVIEW : JARRC is authorized to recommend suspension of an existing rule by a majority vote, instead of the current two-thirds requirement. | Ron Meyers (D-26) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 249, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| HB 2627 1993–94 |
Single-family home ownershipThe Washington State Housing Finance Commission, in cooperation with the Department of Community, Trade, and Economic Development, and the State Investment Board, must develop and implement a housing finance program. | Dave Quall (D-40) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 235, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| HB 2696 1993–94 |
Chemically related illnessBy July 1, 1994, the Department of Labor and Industries must establish interim criteria and procedures to ensure consistent and fair adjudication of claims involving chemically related illness. The final criteria and... | Stanley Flemming (D-28) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 265, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| HB 2754 1993–94 |
Closed circuit TV/court procCourts may use closed circuit television or other electronic equipment to conduct procedural hearings, unless inconsistent with court rule. | Cathy McMorris (R-7) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 240, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| HB 2671 1993–94 |
Small busns gross recpt taxThe B&O threshold exemption is replaced by a credit against tax due. The maximum amount of credit is $60 per month. | Gregory Fisher (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 2, Laws of 1994, 1st Special Session |
Mar 31, 1994 |
| HB 1928 1993–94 |
Regional transportation planThe duties of regional transportation planning organizations (RTPOs) are expanded to require: (a) preparation and adoption of a regional transportation strategy for the region, including addressing alternative transportation... | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 158, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| HB 2333 1993–94 |
Custodial interferenceCustodial interference in the first degree is amended to provide that a parent commits the crime if the parent takes or conceals a child from the other parent who has a right to time with the child under a parenting plan and... | Tracey Eide (D-30) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 162, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| HB 2351 1993–94 |
Stray logs recoveryThe existing log patrol statutes are repealed, and a new log recovery procedure is established. A person who chooses to recover stray logs must do so in a way that does not damage beaches, tidelands or other property and that... | Paull Shin (D-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 163, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| HB 2390 1993–94 |
Labor and industries deprtmtReferences to the Divisions of Industrial Insurance, Building and Construction Safety Inspection Services, Industrial Safety and Health, and Industrial Relations are deleted. References to supervisors of these divisions are... | Bill Finkbeiner (R-45) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 164, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| HB 2618 1993–94 |
Ferry water routes/highwaysWashington State ferry water routes are added to the state highway system. A provision is added to clarify that a current statute providing for a rebate of motor vehicle fuel tax and license fees to island counties that have... | Karen Schmidt (R-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 209, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| HB 2707 1993–94 |
Transprtn improvemnt fundingA small city account (SCA) program that combines funding and programs contained in the TIA and the UATA programs is created. Costs currently charged to the UATA are distributed between all four TIB programs. | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 179, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| HB 2212 1993–94 |
District court judges/numberThe correct number of district court judges that have been authorized for each county is listed. | Tracey Eide (D-30) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 111, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 28, 1994 |
| HB 2392 1993–94 |
Residential burglaryStatutes that contain a reference to burglary in the second degree that should also contain reference to residential burglary are amended to reference residential burglary. | Dave Mastin (R-16) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 121, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 28, 1994 |
| HB 2540 1993–94 |
Sex offender informationOnce a decision has been made by local law enforcement to release information regarding a soon-to-be released sex offender, a good faith effort must be made to notify the public at least 14 days before the offender is... | Jeanine Long (R-44) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 129, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 28, 1994 |
| HB 1561 1993–94 |
Preschool regulationThe Child Care Coordinating Committee is required to develop a phase-in strategy with specific recommendations involving programs serving preschool children for four or fewer hours per day. The recommendations shall include... | Lisa Brown (D-3) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 99, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 25, 1994 |