Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Ron Meyers
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2145 1991–92 |
Chiropractic peer reviewProvides for a peer review upon submission by a patient of an inquiry regarding a bill for services rendered by a chiropractor. Requires a report of the findings and recommendations of the committee and provides for a review... | Ron Meyers (D-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 2160 1991–92 |
License subagent feesDirects subagents to collect a service fee of five dollars and fifty cents for changes in a certificate of ownership and two dollars and twenty-five cents for registration renewal. | Eugene Prince (R-9) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 2168 1991–92 |
Truck weight studyFrom April 1 to December 1, 1991, the Washington State Patrol (WSP) will enter into a pilot project aimed at identifying (1) to what extent the problem of highway damage is attributable to the movement of overweight containers... | Ron Meyers (D-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 2213 1991–92 |
Additional school fundingDiverts the deposit of designated lottery ticket sale proceeds from the general fund to the education support account. | Ron Meyers (D-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 2221 1991–92 |
Purple heart recipient day(AS OF HOUSE 2ND READING 6/19/91) Establishes purple heart recipient recognition day. | Rose Bowman (R-20) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 2233 1991–92 |
Public utility dist electnsDirects the rotation of names on the ballot for public utility district elections in accordance with RCW 29.30.040, 29.30.340, and 29.30.440. | Holly Myers (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 2273 1991–92 |
State Patrol retirement sysRevises effective dates for initial membership in the retirement system, and for the irrevocable election to transfer prior service to the system. | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1025 1991–92 |
Growth management strategiesThe 1990 Growth Management Act (GMA) is modified and expanded. Who Must Plan: The classes of counties that are required to plan under the GMA are expanded to include any county with a population of 100,000 or more. | Maria Cantwell (D-44) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 32, Laws of 1991, 1st Special Session |
Jul 16, 1991 |
| HB 1907 1991–92 |
Local gov self-insuranceThe current statute governing local government self-insurance programs is repealed. The new act constitutes the sole authority for local governmental entities to self-insure property and liability risks and employee health and... | Dennis Dellwo (D-3) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 30, Laws of 1991, 1st Special Session |
Jul 11, 1991 |
| HB 1231 1991–92 |
1991-93 transportatn budgetThe state transportation agencies' Omnibus Capital and Operating Appropriations Act for the 1991-93 fiscal biennium is enacted. In addition to technical changes, the bill increases planning efforts for regional high capacity... | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 15, Laws of 1991, 1st Special Session |
Jun 30, 1991 |
| HB 2231 1991–92 |
Fire sprinkler contractorsThe surety bond requirement in the fire protection sprinkler system contractor licensing bill is repealed and replaced. A contractor licensed under this chapter is required to file a surety bond of $10,000 or $6,000 depending... | Paul Zellinsky (D-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 6, Laws of 1991, 1st Special Session |
Jun 30, 1991 |
| HB 1467 1991–92 |
District court judgesThe minimum numbers of district court judges in three counties are increased as follows: King County from 24 to 26 judges; Pierce County from 8 to 11 judges; and Spokane County from 8 to 9 judges. | Ron Meyers (D-26) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 354, Laws of 1991 |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 1487 1991–92 |
Check cashers and sellersThose entities defined as a "check casher or seller" must meet certain licensing and regulatory requirements. The act does not apply to financial institutions or to other organizations that cash checks as a convenience, as a... | Dennis Dellwo (D-3) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 355, Laws of 1991 |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 1489 1991–92 |
Common carrier privacySection 9.73.070 of the Washington Privacy Act is amended to provide that Chapter 9.73 does not apply to any common carrier automatic number, caller, or location identification service, including an enhanced 911 emergency... | Holly Myers (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 312, Laws of 1991 |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 1629 1991–92 |
Chiropractic practiceChiropractic is defined as an alternative health care practice. The chiropractic scope of practice is expanded to include nonspinal procedures, including manipulation of extremities complementary to or preparatory to a... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 320, Laws of 1991 |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 1821 1991–92 |
Fire protection sprinklr sysA person is guilty of a class C felony if he or she willfully and maliciously constructs, installs, or maintains a fire sprinkler system and knows that the system is inoperable. A person is also guilty of a class C felony if... | Ron Meyers (D-26) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 1120 1991–92 |
Horse racing receiptsAmendments are made to provisions in the horse racing code relating to: the pari-mutuel tax; the distribution of revenues; wagers on exotic races; satellite locations; and ex officio members of the Horse Racing Commission. The... | Judith Roland (D-31) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 270, Laws of 1991 |
May 20, 1991 |
| HB 1262 1991–92 |
Tow truck restrictionsA tow truck performing an initial tow is not subject to the statutory height, weight, length, axle loading and spacing requirements, regardless of the destination. | Paul Zellinsky (D-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 276, Laws of 1991 |
May 20, 1991 |
| HB 1510 1991–92 |
Guardianship provisionsSeveral technical and substantive changes are made to the guardianship provisions adopted in 1990. Right to vote. | Ron Meyers (D-26) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 289, Laws of 1991 |
May 20, 1991 |
| HB 1757 1991–92 |
Driving under influence/drugIn various statutes, this measure replaces the word "intoxicated" with the phrase "under the influence of intoxicating liquor or any drug." Technical changes are also made for organizational purposes. | Roy Ferguson (R-48) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 290, Laws of 1991 |
May 20, 1991 |
| HB 1992 1991–92 |
Right of way acquisitionsThe Department of Transportation (DOT) is authorized to acquire rights of way not more than 10 years in advance of programed acquisition projects. Property or property rights purchased must be in designated transportation... | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 291, Laws of 1991 |
May 20, 1991 |
| HB 2050 1991–92 |
County ferries subsidyThe biennial subsidy for the Pierce, Skagit and Whatcom County ferries is increased from $500,000 to $1,000,000 from the counties' share of the fuel tax. In addition, the County Road Administration Board may recommend capital... | Ron Meyers (D-26) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 310, Laws of 1991 |
May 20, 1991 |
| HB 1024 1991–92 |
LEOFF/drivng record abstractAll information pertaining to law enforcement officers or fire fighters or State Patrol officers while driving official vehicles in the performance of occupational duty shall be excluded from abstracts provided to insurance companies. | Paul Zellinsky (D-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 243, Laws of 1991 |
May 17, 1991 |
| HB 1189 1991–92 |
Deferred prosecution/costsTrial courts are explicitly authorized to impose an administrative fee of up to $150 as a condition of granting a deferred prosecution. Imposition of a monthly fee of up to $50 for probation is also authorized. | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 247, Laws of 1991 |
May 17, 1991 |
| HB 1416 1991–92 |
Game fish mitigationWhere the Department of Wildlife is recommending or requiring game fish stocking as a condition of an environmental permit or license, then the department shall specify the pounds, numbers, species, stock and/or race of... | Richard King (D-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 253, Laws of 1991 |
May 17, 1991 |