Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Dow Constantine
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2349 1997–98 |
Nonprofit cultural/arts orgsThe Department of Community, Trade, and Economic Development (CTED) must establish a statewide competitive evaluation process to solicit and prioritize performing arts, art museum and cultural organization capital projects in... | Val Ogden (D-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2369 1997–98 |
Slayer benefts/victm's deathThe slayer = s rights to retirement benefits of the victim under the state retirement system are taken away and given to the victim = s estate. The Department of Retirement Systems, after notice that a slayer situation exists,... | Don Carlson (R-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2374 1997–98 |
Higher ed board student membFor the University of Washington and for Washington State University, the Governor, with the consent of the Senate, appoints one full-time student in good standing to the board of regents. The student is chosen from a list of... | Don Carlson (R-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2389 1997–98 |
Professional services corps.Professionals not licensed in Washington, but properly licensed in any other jurisdiction, may become shareholders, directors, and officers of a professional service corporation in this state. The corporation must serve the... | Larry Sheahan (R-9) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2435 1997–98 |
Independent campaign expendiNew special reports on independent expenditures of $1,000 or more. A person must file a special report with the PDC who makes an independent expenditure within 21 days of an election that totals $1,000 or more to support a... | John Pennington (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2441 1997–98 |
Electronic harassment/stalkgThe intent is to clarify that electronic communications are included in the types of conduct and actions which may constitute the crimes of harassment and stalking. For harassment, the definition of "words or conduct"... | Pat Scott (D-38) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2446 1997–98 |
Restricted drivers' licensesThe vetoed portions of HB 1940 are enacted, with the exception of the provision that would have allowed temporary restricted licenses for implied consent violations. Occupational licenses are replaced with "temporary... | Eric Robertson (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2527 1997–98 |
RCW technical correctionsTechnical changes are made to make the enacted law conform to the Legislature's intent. The statute regarding insurance benefits to newborn babies is amended. | Joyce McDonald (R-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2532 1997–98 |
Foreign protection ordersA statutory procedure for the filing and enforcement of foreign protection orders is created. "Foreign protection order" means an order related to domestic or family violence, harassment, sexual abuse, or stalking. The purpose... | Larry Sheahan (R-9) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2555 1997–98 |
Vehicle repair/crash partsAll non-original equipment manufacturer aftermarket crash parts must be stamped with the name or logo of their manufacturer. Insurers and motor vehicle body shops cannot use non-original manufacturer aftermarket crash parts... | Paul Zellinsky (R-23) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2734 1997–98 |
Ferry additionsLegislative intent regarding the need to construct additional passenger-only ferries and supporting terminals to serve the Southworth/Seattle and Kingston/Seattle routes and a more reliable vessel to replace existing super... | Tom Huff (R-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2735 1997–98 |
Lewis & Clark bicentennialThe Lewis and Clark Bicentennial Advisory Committee is created, composed of 15 members. The Governor appoints nine citizen members, including at least four tribal representatives. | Val Ogden (D-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2756 1997–98 |
Domestic violnc protctn ordrThe restrictions that may be imposed on persons under no-contact, protection, or restraining orders are expanded and the circumstances under which a police officer must arrest a domestic violence offender are also expanded to... | Larry Sheahan (R-9) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2823 1997–98 |
Deeds of trustThe Deed of Trust Act is amended to clarify and modernize its procedures, and reflect current practices. A definition section is added. | Kathy Lambert (R-45) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2845 1997–98 |
False claims against governmMirroring the federal False Claims Act, HB 2845 would encourage the reporting, investigation, and prosecution of false claims made against state government. Any person who knowingly causes a false claim to be presented to a... | Dow Constantine (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2890 1997–98 |
Transportation perfrmnc budgThe Transportation Efficiency and Accountability Act is created. DOL, DOT, and WSP must implement a performance budgeting system that provides a link between agency objectives and the budget. | Maryann Mitchell (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2964 1997–98 |
Regional transportatn planRTPO board membership is modified. Any member of the House of Representatives or the state Senate whose districts are within the boundaries of the regional transportation planning organization are considered ex-officio,... | Ed Murray (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2976 1997–98 |
RTA trains manufactureRTA is required to consult with the Department of Community, Trade, and Economic Development to explore the potential for developing contracting methods that encourage development of a manufacturing base in Washington for... | Steve Conway (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 3056 1997–98 |
On-site wastewater certificaThe Department of Health and the Department of Licensing must convene an advisory committee to develop legislation to establish licensing requirements for designers of on-site septic systems, and a certification program for... | Gary Chandler (R-13) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 34, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 3135 1997–98 |
Veterans' employmnt preferncRevises RCW 41.04.010 to delete the requirement that the veterans' preference must be used within eight years. | Hans Dunshee (D-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 3130 1997–98 |
Equal opportunity/quotasDeclares that the state is prohibited from using quotas that require hiring or selecting persons in public employment, education, and contracting, based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Declares that no... | Kip Tokuda (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 9, 1998 |
| HB 2388 1997–98 |
Probate, trusts, and estatesNONPROBATE ASSETS Upon the death of the owner of a nonprobate asset, if the asset is specifically disposed of under the owner's will, the asset belongs to the beneficiary named in the will. This testamentary disposition... | Larry Sheahan (R-9) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Feb 24, 1998 |
| HB 2825 1997–98 |
Insurance general agent feesThe prohibition on fees outside of the premium does not apply to a fee an insured pays to a general agent. A general agent can receive a fee from an insurer that pays for services that are unique to general agents and are not... | Les Thomas (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Feb 24, 1998 |
| HB 2844 1997–98 |
Mentally ill commitmentHB 2884 makes significant changes to both the civil and criminal involuntary commitment processes. Civil Commitment - 71.05 RCW: The intent section is amended to indicate that the A prevention @ of inappropriate, indefinite... | Dow Constantine (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Feb 24, 1998 |
| HB 2904 1997–98 |
Emergency medical care levyProperty taxes for emergency medical purposes may be imposed for up to 10 years. The voting requirement is changed to a simple majority. | Mike Cooper (D-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Feb 24, 1998 |