Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Adam Smith
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5367 1995–96 |
Failure to obey an officerThe crime of wilfully failing or refusing to comply with a lawful order of a flagman, police officer or fire fighter is a misdemeanor. It is a misdemeanor for a driver to refuse to provide his or her name and address when... | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 50, Laws of 1995 |
Apr 17, 1995 |
| SB 5688 1995–96 |
Fetal alcohol syndromeAn intent section is created in which the Legislature finds that because fetal alcohol exposure is among the leading causes of mental retardation in our state, and because individuals with undiagnosed FAS suffer substantially... | Jim Hargrove (D-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 54, Laws of 1995 |
Apr 17, 1995 |
| SB 5330 1995–96 |
Background checksThe WSP is relieved of the responsibility to issue to a job applicant a statement that the background check did not reveal any evidence that the applicant has committed crimes against children or vulnerable adults. The... | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 29, Laws of 1995 |
Apr 13, 1995 |
| SB 5400 1995–96 |
Crime victims' compensationThe Department of Labor and Industries may issue a notice of debt due and owing to a person who, in a civil or criminal court proceeding, has been found to have committed a criminal act that resulted in the payment of... | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 33, Laws of 1995 |
Apr 13, 1995 |
| SB 5027 1995–96 |
Homicide by abuse prosecutnHomicide by abuse is added to the list of crimes that can be tried at any time after their commission. | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 17, Laws of 1995 |
Apr 12, 1995 |
| SB 5514 1995–96 |
Fuel tax ratesBeginning October 1, 1995, operators of service stations must post in a conspicuous place a least one sign that identifies state and federal fuel tax rates. Substitute Bill Compared to Original Bill: The substitute requires... | Ray Schow (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Mar 9, 1995 |
| SB 6606 1993–94 |
B & O surtax repealThe 6.5 percent surtax is repealed January 1, 1995. | Nita Rinehart (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 10, Laws of 1994, 1st Special Session |
Apr 6, 1994 |
| SB 6347 1993–94 |
High-tech business tax incenFirms that are engaged in biotechnology, advanced computing, electronic device technology, advanced material, and environmental technology pursuits may be eligible for a B&O tax credit and a sales and use tax deferral. | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 5, Laws of 1994, 1st Special Session |
Apr 4, 1994 |
| SB 5061 1993–94 |
Abusive parents/restrictionsThere is a rebuttable presumption that a court will deny residential time or visitation and enter a permanent restraining order if there has been a conviction in a criminal court or a court finds by clear and convincing... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 267, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 5692 1993–94 |
Conservation investmentsWith approval by the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (WUTC) investor-owned utilities may issue conservation bonds. Investor-owned utilities may pledge conservation investment assets as collateral for... | Dean Sutherland (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 268, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 6003 1993–94 |
Sexually explicit materialsThe statutory prohibitions on distribution or display of erotic materials to minors are repealed and replaced with provisions prohibiting the display, sale, or distribution of materials harmful to minors. | Adam Smith (D-33) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 6007 1993–94 |
Crime provisionsAttempted Murder : The crime of attempted murder in the second degree is a class A felony. Witness Intimidation and Tampering : The crimes of bribing, intimidating a witness, and tampering with a witness include inducing a... | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 271, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 6047 1993–94 |
Alcohol and drug crimesDeferred Prosecution . A person is not eligible for a deferred prosecution program more than once. If a person on deferred prosecution fails to perform any condition of the treatment plan, the provider must inform the... | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 275, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 6339 1993–94 |
Environmental laws integratnGrowth Planning Hearings Boards The growth planning hearings boards may appoint hearings examiners to carry out board functions as directed by the board, including issuing recommended decisions. A board member or hearings... | Betti Sheldon (D-23) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 257, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 6045 1993–94 |
Execution of judgmentsA party who has been awarded a judgment may apply within 90 days before the original ten-year enforcement period expires for an additional ten-year extension. The party seeking the extension must pay a fee equal to half the... | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 189, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| SB 6065 1993–94 |
Defaulting defendent/costsCosts, not to exceed $100, may be imposed upon a defendant to cover the expense of preparing and serving a warrant for failure of the defendant to appear at court. These costs constitute a judgment against the defendant at the... | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 192, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| 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 6093 1993–94 |
Collection agency definedA person is not considered a "collection agency" if the person is located in another state and is collecting debts from debtors located in this state by means of interstate communications, such as telephone, mail, or FAX. If... | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 195, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| SB 6138 1993–94 |
Obstructing law enfrc officrThe crime of obstructing a public servant is renamed obstructing a law enforcement officer. The crime is committed if a person makes a willfully untrue, misleading, or exaggerated statement to a law enforcement officer, or if... | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 196, 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 6221 1993–94 |
Genetic testing/parentageThe statutes relating to the determination of paternity are amended to allow for the use of genetic tests and blood tests as scientific methods of testing. | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 146, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 28, 1994 |
| SB 5057 1993–94 |
Right of privacy exceptionsThe statute listing exceptions to the Privacy Act is amended. Subsection (a) contains the reference to common carrier services. | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 49, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 5800 1993–94 |
Human remains violationA person who has sexual contact or sexual intercourse with a dead human body is guilty of a class C felony. The crime is added to the criminal code and ranked at seriousness level V for the purposes of the Sentencing Reform Act. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 53, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6006 1993–94 |
Judicial information systemThe funds in the judicial information system account are to be used to provide an adequate level of Judicial Information Systems (JIS) services to the judiciary, in addition to access for noncourt users. | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 8, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 21, 1994 |
| SB 6067 1993–94 |
State magistrates' associatnThe "Washington State Magistrates' Association" is changed to the "Washington State District and Municipal Court Judges' Association." The annual meeting of the association may be scheduled by the governing board. | R. Lorraine Wojahn (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 32, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 21, 1994 |