Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by R. Lorraine Wojahn
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6020 1997–98 |
Vocational rehabilitationDeclares that a person who provides rehabilitation for injured workers in the form of on-the-job training or transitional return to work under Title 51 RCW may elect coverage for injured workers receiving services, regardless... | R. Lorraine Wojahn (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 12, 1998 |
| SB 6033 1997–98 |
Aviation research centerEstablishes the National Research Center for Aviation History, Space, and Technology at the Museum of Flight. Makes an appropriation of seven hundred fifty thousand dollars, for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1998, from the... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 12, 1998 |
| SB 6040 1997–98 |
Personal responsibilityEstablishes the WorkFirst program, the welfare-to-work program for temporary assistance for needy families. The department shall administer the program consistent with the temporary assistance for needy families provisions of... | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 12, 1998 |
| SB 6053 1997–98 |
Property tax reliefEstablishes procedures for value averaging. Provides for property tax credits. Revises provisions relating to the 106 percent limit. | Harriet Spanel (D-40) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 12, 1998 |
| SB 6056 1997–98 |
Office of health policyEstablishes an office of health policy. Declares that the health care policy board is hereby abolished and its powers, duties, and functions are hereby transferred to the office of health policy. Repeals RCW 43.73.010,... | R. Lorraine Wojahn (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 12, 1998 |
| SB 6112 1997–98 |
Vehicle excise tax reductionThe value of automobiles, motorcycles, light trucks, and motor homes used for determining the motor vehicle excise tax is reduced by the lesser of $2,500, or the value of the vehicle if the value of the vehicle is less than... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 12, 1998 |
| SB 6167 1997–98 |
Health care bidder info discThe MAA is granted authority similar to that enjoyed by the HCA. When soliciting bids, MAA may exempt from disclosure proprietary information, e.g., actuarial formulae and underwriting assumptions, proposed rates, certain... | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 12, 1998 |
| SB 5845 1997–98 |
Beer taxThe general fund portion of the beer tax is reduced beginning July 1, 1997. The liquor revolving fund portion is reduced from $2.60 to $1.30 per barrel and these revenues are distributed 80 percent to cities and 20 percent to counties. | Dan Swecker (R-20) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 451, Laws of 1997 |
May 20, 1997 |
| SB 5127 1997–98 |
Trauma care servicesA funding source for the state = s trauma care system is established through the collection of fees by car dealers and others at the time of motor vehicle registration or title transfer. | R. Lorraine Wojahn (D-27) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 331, Laws of 1997 |
May 13, 1997 |
| SB 5227 1997–98 |
Sale of nonprofit hospitalsExcept for a nonprofit corporation or government entity, a person may not acquire a hospital owned by another nonprofit corporation without the approval of the Department of Health. A process is provided whereby the department... | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 332, Laws of 1997 |
May 13, 1997 |
| SB 5295 1997–98 |
District court proceduresThe court = s ability to hold a trial on a day other than the first appearance of the parties, and its ability to encourage mediation and other alternative dispute resolution methods is clarified. Service of small claims... | Pam Roach (R-31) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 352, Laws of 1997 |
May 13, 1997 |
| SB 5178 1997–98 |
Diabetes cost reduction actThe Legislature finds that access to medically accepted standards of care for diabetes, its treatment, supplies, and self-management training and education is crucial to prevent or delay complications of diabetes and its... | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 276, Laws of 1997 |
May 7, 1997 |
| SB 5768 1997–98 |
Supported employment progrmsThe Department of Social and Health Services, Department of Personnel, and the Office of Financial Management must work together to identify appropriate state agencies that have positions and funding conducive to implementing... | Jim Horn (R-41) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 287, Laws of 1997 |
May 7, 1997 |
| SB 5445 1997–98 |
Dept of health statutesTwo sections of law dealing with liability protection for emergency medical service personnel are combined. The double amendments are eliminated and the other errors mentioned above are corrected, including language... | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 275, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 27, 1997 |
| SB 5666 1997–98 |
Smoking in the workplaceAn employer = s policy restricting smoking in the workplace must include a provision for a designated enclosed smoking room if a smoking room is included in a collective bargaining agreement. If no collective bargaining... | Ray Schow (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Apr 27, 1997 |
| SB 5612 1997–98 |
Architects registrationIn addition to having either a degree in architecture and three years = work experience or eight years = work experience, an applicant must have completed the requirements of a structured intern training program approved by... | Jeanine Long (R-44) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 169, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 23, 1997 |
| SB 5976 1997–98 |
Nurse title useIt is unlawful to use the title "nurse" in this state unless the person is licensed as a registered nurse, a nurse practitioner, or a licensed practical nurse. Christian Science nurses may call themselves nurses. | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 177, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 23, 1997 |
| SB 5562 1997–98 |
Mentally ill invol commitmntWhen considering a continued commitment under a less restrictive alternative commitment after an initial 90-day commitment, evidence of repeated hospitalizations or law enforcement interventions related to the person's mental... | Jeanine Long (R-44) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 112, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 21, 1997 |
| SB 5448 1997–98 |
Health professions accountThe medical disciplinary account is eliminated. All funds in the medical disciplinary account are transferred to the health professions account and all fees from the licensing and disciplinary activities must be placed in the... | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 79, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 19, 1997 |
| SB 5125 1997–98 |
Med. assistance managed careThe Department of Social and Health Services = authority to contract with managed care organizations to provide health services to recipients of Aid to Families with Dependent Children is altered in several ways. The... | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 34, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 16, 1997 |
| SB 5211 1997–98 |
Pub hospital dist self-insurPublic hospital districts may enter into an agreement to join the public hospital self-insurance group. | Irv Newhouse (R-15) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 35, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 16, 1997 |
| SB 5672 1997–98 |
Drug-free zones/publ housingPublic housing projects designated by a local governing authority as drug-free zones are added as a new category to the current list of places where the penalties for drug-related crimes are doubled. | Gary Strannigan (R-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 30, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 15, 1997 |
| SB 5464 1997–98 |
Gender equityThe sunset date for tuition waiver authority is repealed. By June 30, 2002, institutions of higher education shall strive to achieve equitable participation in their intercollegiate athletics programs. | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 5, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 8, 1997 |
| SB 5734 1997–98 |
School leviesThe levy lid is increased 2 percent for calendar year 1998 and 4 percent for calendar year 1999 and thereafter. A study of levy equalization by the fiscal committees of the Legislature is required with a completion date of... | Bill Finkbeiner (R-45) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Mar 19, 1997 |
| SB 5417 1995–96 |
Dependent person abandonmentThe crime of criminal mistreatment applies to conduct of persons employed or entrusted to provide physical care of a dependent person. A third degree of criminal mistreatment is created which covers recklessly creating an... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 302, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |