Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Bill Thompson
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 1280 1997–98 |
Public art/corrections facilThe artwork allocations from Department of Corrections capital appropriations are eliminated. At least 10 percent of the total value of artwork contracted by the Washington State Arts Commission in each biennial period must be... | Senator (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Apr 17, 1997 |
| HB 1081 1997–98 |
Tobacco use at schoolsSchool district tobacco policy requirements are modified. The exemption for alternative education programs from the ban on the use of tobacco products on school property is eliminated. | John Koster (R-39) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 9, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 15, 1997 |
| HB 1031 1997–98 |
Late-term abortions"Late-term" and "partial-birth" abortions are prohibited. Illegal performance of such an abortion is a class C felony. | Mark Sterk (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 18, 1997 |
| HB 1417 1997–98 |
Property tax reductionThe one-time 4.7187 percent reduction of the 1996 state property tax is extended to 1997. In addition, a 4.7187 percent reduction in 1998 and thereafter is referred to the voters. | Brian Thomas (R-5) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 2, Laws of 1997 |
Jan 30, 1997 |
| HB 1037 1997–98 |
State property tax reductionThe one-time 4.7187 percent reduction of the 1996 state property tax is made permanent. Therefore, it becomes a part of the base for calculation of the 106 percent limit for taxes collected in 1997 and thereafter. | Brian Thomas (R-5) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
Jan 22, 1997 |
| HB 2150 1995–96 |
Driver's license/identifictnApplications for driver's licenses and ID cards must contain a statement of implied consent, notifying the applicant that information contained in his or her application (and any supporting documents) can be made available to... | Karen Schmidt (R-23) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 287, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| HB 2222 1995–96 |
Govrnmnt progrms/leg ovrsghtThe Legislative Budget Committee (LBC) is renamed the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Committee. Amended Bill Compared to Substitute Bill: The original bill, which renamed the LBC, added two citizen members, redefined... | Bill Backlund (R-45) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 288, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| HB 2320 1995–96 |
Persistent sex offendersA person must be sentenced as a persistent offender to life imprisonment without possibility of release if the person has two separate convictions for any of the following offenses, including attempts: (1) rape in the first... | Ida Ballasiotes (R-41) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 289, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| HB 2376 1995–96 |
Gasoline vapor recoveryThe conditions under which stage II devices can be required by the Department of Ecology are established. For areas designated as nonattainment for ozone or if included in a maintenance plan, these devices are required and... | Gary Chandler (R-13) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 294, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| HB 2394 1995–96 |
Master planned resortsCurrent law is amended by broadening the definition of a master planned resort in relation to the Growth Management Act. As a result, the development restrictions in the master planned resorts located outside of designated... | Bill Reams (R-48) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| HB 2420 1995–96 |
Firearms possession qualfctnChanges are made with respect to the crimes that disqualify a person from the right to possess a firearm. All felonies and some gross misdemeanor domestic violence crimes disqualify a person. | Cathy McMorris (R-7) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 295, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| HB 2613 1995–96 |
School disciplineAcceptance of Nonresident Students . A school district's policy for accepting or rejecting a nonresident student's application for admission to the public schools of the district may include rejection if the student's... | Mark Sterk (R-4) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 321, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| HB 2781 1995–96 |
Veterans' preferencesThe definition of veteran is expanded. The definition of the Vietnam area is clarified. | Robert Basich (D-19) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 300, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| HB 2291 1995–96 |
International exchangesThe Legislature recognizes the importance of international exchange programs and sister relationships in promoting international trade and encouraging cultural awareness. | Steve Van Luven (R-48) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 253, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 29, 1996 |
| HB 2664 1995–96 |
Competitive negotiationsMunicipalities may acquire electronic data processing or telecommunication, equipment, software, or services either through competitive negotiation or competitive bidding. If competitive negotiation, then a request for... | Steven Hargrove (R-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 257, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 29, 1996 |
| HB 2703 1995–96 |
Occuaptional safety & healthA section of law is repealed that requires the posting of certain warning signs if a pesticide with a reentry interval of more than 24 hours is applied to a labor-intensive agricultural crop and requires employees to vacate... | Jim Clements (R-14) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 260, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 29, 1996 |
| HB 2720 1995–96 |
Correctional facility sitingWhen state property is being leased to a consortium of three or more counties organized for purposes of acquiring or constructing adult or juvenile correctional facilities, the property is no longer required to be transferred... | Ida Ballasiotes (R-41) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 261, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 29, 1996 |
| HB 2793 1995–96 |
Referendum 45 implementationThe Legislature begins to make the statutory changes necessary to fully implement Referendum 45, including implementation of the Fish and Wildlife Commission's expanded | Stephen Fuhrman (R-7) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 267, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 29, 1996 |
| HB 2811 1995–96 |
Communty & tech colleg fundsCommunity and technical college districts and the State Board for Community and Technical Colleges are authorized to participate in the investment pool managed by the State Treasurer for local governments. | Les Thomas (R-31) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 268, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 29, 1996 |
| HB 2909 1995–96 |
Reading literacyThe Center for the Improvement of Student Learning, or its designee, develops and implements a process to identify programs that have been proven to be effective, using valid research, in teaching elementary students to read. | Peggy Johnson (R-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 273, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 29, 1996 |
| HB 2126 1995–96 |
Dentists' inactive licensesThe Dental Quality Assurance Commission is authorized to establish by rule an inactive license status. A dentist may place his or her license on inactive status, but may not practice without first activating the license. | Phil Dyer (R-5) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 187, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 28, 1996 |
| HB 2167 1995–96 |
Marina facility maintenanceUpon request, the Department of Fish and Wildlife must issue a five-year renewable permit to a marina for regular maintenance activities. Marina is defined as a public or private facility providing boat moorage space, fuel, or... | Jim Buck (R-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 192, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 28, 1996 |
| HB 2179 1995–96 |
Motor vehicle buyer's agentsBuyer's agents may not accept purchase moneys unless made payable to the vehicle dealership. Buyer's agents are prohibited from signing any purchase moneys, purchase orders, sales contracts, disclosure documents or other forms... | Jim Horn (R-41) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 194, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 28, 1996 |
| HB 2227 1995–96 |
Felony traffic offensesVehicular homicide is raised to a class A felony. Vehicular assault is raised to a class B felony. | Mark Sterk (R-4) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 199, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 28, 1996 |
| HB 2290 1995–96 |
Wind energy/solar power taxMachinery and equipment used directly in generating electricity using wind or sun energy is exempt from sales and use tax. The costs of installing the machinery and equipment are also exempt. | Senator (R-15) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 166, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 28, 1996 |