All bills
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5307 2007–08 |
StalkingEmployees, contract staff persons, and volunteers of correctional agencies are included in the list of victims that would aggravate the crime of stalking from a gross misdemeanor to a Class C felony. | Jim Hargrove (D-24) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5308 2007–08 |
Worker's compensation claimAmends RCW 51.28.020 relating to making a claim for worker's compensation. | Jim Clements (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5309 2007–08 |
Certified capital companiesFinds that new sources of prudently targeted private equity investments would promote economic development by strengthening the local venture capital infrastructure, increasing access to capital for local companies, supporting... | Jim Kastama (D-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5310 2007–08 |
Collection of judgmentsExtends the time period for the collection of judgments. | Dale Brandland (R-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5314 2007–08 |
Dev disabilities providersAll persons who provide services through DSHS to persons with developmental disabilities are required to obtain a background check through the Washington State Patrol criminal identification system and through the FBI. In... | Claudia Kauffman (D-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5316 2007–08 |
Day-care insuranceThe law that grants the DEL authority to take enforcement action with respect to family day-care providers is amended to state that enforcement action may be taken when a family day-care provider fails to comply with the... | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5322 2007–08 |
Institution of higher eduThe Office of Financial Management (OFM) must assess options and make a recommendation on alternative sites and secure purchase options for an institution of higher education in the SIS County region. | Jean Berkey (D-38) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5323 2007–08 |
Social security numbersThe bill as referred to committee not considered. EFFECT OF PROPOSED SUBSTITUTE (Consumer Protection & Housing): Before requesting an individual's social security number, the requesting organization or business must disclose... | Bob Morton (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5324 2007–08 |
Peace corps volunteersProvides that school district boards of directors shall grant leaves of absence without pay for at least two years to any full-time certificated or classified employee who serves as a volunteer in the peace corps who... | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5325 2007–08 |
Nonpartisan judicial commCreates a nonpartisan judicial commission. Takes effect if the proposed amendment to Article IV, section 3 of the state Constitution requiring the governor to fill vacancies in the supreme court in accordance with statute is... | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5326 2007–08 |
Judicial nominating commProvides that, before making recommendations to the governor, each commission shall conduct investigations, hold public hearings, and take public testimony. An executive session as prescribed by rule may be held upon a... | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5327 2007–08 |
Higher edu tuition and feesThe University of Washington is authorized to establish its own building fee. The fee is determined annually. | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5328 2007–08 |
Petroleum productsProvides financial assistance to local gas stations to prevent the release of petroleum products into the environment. | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5329 2007–08 |
Mailed political advertisingWithin two working days after the date of a political advertising mailing, the | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5330 2007–08 |
Local sales and use taxRevises the provisions of the local sales and use tax that is credited against the state sales and use tax. | Erik Poulsen (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5331 2007–08 |
Window tint exemptionProvides a window tint exemption for law enforcement vehicles. | Dan Swecker (R-20) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5333 2007–08 |
Teenage driversThe age for obtaining a learner's permit is increased to 16, regardless of whether or not the teen is enrolled in a driver's education program. Drivers under the age of 18 must attend school or a GED program. | Ed Murray (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5334 2007–08 |
Motor fuel vendorsBy June 1, 2008, each motor fuel wholesaler or terminal facility must be capable of operating its distribution loading racks using an alternative generated power source for a minimum of 72 hours. If the alternative power... | Ed Murray (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5335 2007–08 |
Civil marriage equalityDeclares that it is the intent of this act to end discrimination in marriage based on gender and sexual orientation in Washington, to ensure that all persons in this state may enjoy the freedom to marry on equal terms, while... | Ed Murray (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5337 2007–08 |
Fire stationsAuthorizes fire station projects that cost less than ten thousand dollars to proceed without a formal bidding process. | Mark Schoesler (R-9) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5338 2007–08 |
Rental vehiclesThe bill as referred to committee not considered. | Derek Kilmer (D-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5341 2007–08 |
Breaches of securityAn injured person is allowed to recover not only damages, but damages up to the actual amount of economic damages or $500, whichever is greater. | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5342 2007–08 |
Drug courtsThe requirement that an offender not have been previously convicted of a serious violent offense or a sex offense in order to be eligible for substance abuse treatment through a drug court is removed. If an offender is not... | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5344 2007–08 |
Refusal of insurance claimIt is a crime for an insurer to fraudulently refuse to pay an insurance claim. It is also a crime for an insurer to knowingly present false information with the intent that it be used to refuse to pay an insurance claim. | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5346 2007–08 |
Judgments against offendersIf an offender is sentenced to total confinement, interest on restitution owed by the offender accrues from the date of judgment until payment. However, interest on costs, fines and assessments, other than restitution, does... | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 14, 2008 |