Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Gary Chandler
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2711 1997–98 |
Small irrigation dist/tax exThe current public utility and B&O tax exemptions for certain small water systems and water-sewer districts is expanded to also include irrigation districts that: (1) Serve fewer than 1,500 drinking water connections; and (2)... | Linda Evans Parlette (R-12) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 316, Laws of 1998 |
Apr 3, 1998 |
| HB 2849 1997–98 |
Student achievemnt accntbltyK-4 Reading Accountability System : CSL's recommendations regarding a statewide accountability system for K-4 reading are enacted. Additionally, by December 1, 2000, SPI must report to the Senate and House education committees... | Gigi Talcott (R-28) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 319, Laws of 1998 |
Apr 3, 1998 |
| HB 2871 1997–98 |
Agricultural land classifctnA new current use program is created for land designated as agricultural lands of long-term commercial significance by counties and cities planning under the Growth Management Act. To qualify, the land must be devoted... | Linda Evans Parlette (R-12) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 320, Laws of 1998 |
Apr 3, 1998 |
| HB 2894 1997–98 |
Vehicle excise tax/gen fundA portion equal to 39.5 percent of MVET revenues that previously were deposited into the general fund is deposited into the motor vehicle fund beginning January 1, 1999. The county criminal justice assistance account and the... | Tom Huff (R-26) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 321, Laws of 1998 |
Apr 3, 1998 |
| HB 2496 1997–98 |
Salmon recovery planningThe state retains primary responsibility for salmon recovery planning and implementation. A Salmon Recovery Office is created within the Office of the Governor. | Jim Buck (R-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 246, Laws of 1998 |
Apr 1, 1998 |
| HB 2514 1997–98 |
Integrated watershed managmnWatershed planning may be initiated by local governments on either a single or multi-watershed basis. The local entities may form a planning group to initiate planning on water resource management and may develop a scope of work. | Gary Chandler (R-13) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 247, Laws of 1998 |
Apr 1, 1998 |
| HB 2879 1997–98 |
Fish enhancement projectsThe review and approval of fish habitat enhancement projects is facilitated by identifying projects that are eligible for expedited review. The Department of Ecology is directed to modify the joint aquatic resource permit... | Jim Buck (R-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 249, Laws of 1998 |
Apr 1, 1998 |
| HB 3058 1997–98 |
Waste reduction/litter cntrlSeveral changes are made to current law. References to marketing and the Clean Washington Center are removed as a purpose of the Waste Reduction, Recycling, and Model Litter Control Act. | Gary Chandler (R-13) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 257, Laws of 1998 |
Apr 1, 1998 |
| HB 3060 1997–98 |
Water rights nonuse causeA water right is not relinquished for five successive years of nonuse if: the use of the right is precluded or reduced by federal or state agency leases of or options to purchase lands or water rights; or the right or portion... | Gary Chandler (R-13) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 258, Laws of 1998 |
Apr 1, 1998 |
| HB 1786 1997–98 |
Trans improvmnt brd reportngStarting February 1, 2000, the Transportation Improvement Board is required to submit lists of proposed projects to be funded in the agency = s budget request for legislative review prior to enactment of an appropriation. | Karen Schmidt (R-23) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
Mar 31, 1998 |
| HB 1221 1997–98 |
Vehicle impoundmentA law enforcement officer may impound a vehicle operated by a person with a suspended or revoked driver = s license. An impounded vehicle may only be released pursuant to a written order from the agency that ordered the impound. | Ida Ballasiotes (R-41) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 203, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 30, 1998 |
| HB 1254 1997–98 |
Driving records destructionCourts are required to keep records of drunk driving convictions permanently. | Mark Sterk (R-4) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 204, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 30, 1998 |
| HB 2477 1997–98 |
Theatrical agenciesThe term "theatrical agency," which includes a modeling agency, is excluded from the definition of an employment agency. This exclusion removes theatrical agencies, including modeling agencies, from the licensing and... | Mark Schoesler (R-9) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 228, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 30, 1998 |
| HB 1328 1997–98 |
Hay, alfalfa, seed/B&O taxThe B&O tax rate for persons engaged in the business of making sales at wholesale of seeds conditioned for use in planting (and not packaged for retail sale) is 0.011 percent. If HB 2335 passes, this bill completely exempts... | Mark Schoesler (R-9) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 170, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 27, 1998 |
| HB 1541 1997–98 |
Sport shooting rangesOperators and users of sport shooting ranges are given immunity from certain civil and criminal liabilities, and ranges that conform to existing laws must be permitted to continue operation. | Bob Sump (R-7) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
Mar 27, 1998 |
| HB 2166 1997–98 |
Coordinated transprtatn servThe Legislature declares its intent to coordinate transportation services and programs to achieve increased efficiencies, resulting in expansion of services to a greater number of persons with special transportation needs. The... | Tom Huff (R-26) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 173, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 27, 1998 |
| HB 2476 1997–98 |
Farm machinery/sales taxAn exemption for the collection of retail sales tax is provided for the sale of parts for machinery and implements used to conduct farm operations outside the state as well as for labor and services for repair of such... | Mark Schoesler (R-9) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 167, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 27, 1998 |
| HB 3057 1997–98 |
Adopt-a-highway signsTrademarks and business logos may be displayed on adopt-a-highway signs erected and maintained by DOT: (1) on the interstate, primary and scenic highway systems; and (2) at state-owned transportation facilities (rest areas,... | Gary Chandler (R-13) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 180, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 27, 1998 |
| HB 2596 1997–98 |
Master planned resortsMaster planned resorts are expressly authorized to use outside service providers for capital facilities, services and utilities or to share facilities, services and utilities with outsider service providers. The changes to... | Gary Chandler (R-13) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 112, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 23, 1998 |
| HB 2414 1997–98 |
Outdoor burning complianceCities with a population of less than 5,000 that are not within or contiguous with an area not meeting federal or state air quality standards must phase out outdoor burning by December 31, 2006. | John Pennington (R-18) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 68, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 20, 1998 |
| HB 2710 1997–98 |
Irrigation district administThe merger of a minor irrigation district into a major irrigation district may be initiated by a petition signed by ten owners of land within the minor district or 5 percent of the total number of landowners within the minor... | Gary Chandler (R-13) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 84, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 20, 1998 |
| HB 2819 1997–98 |
Fish & wildlife lands/vehiclA conservation license is no longer required for users of Department of Fish and Wildlife lands. Instead of a conservation license, all users of department designated improved access facilities with a motor vehicle must... | Jim Buck (R-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 87, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 20, 1998 |
| HB 2960 1997–98 |
Solid waste recycling permtsSolid Waste Permitting Study : The Department of Ecology is directed to continue to refine the recommendations contained in the 1997 review of the state's solid waste system, and submit a report to the Legislature by December 1, 1998. | Gary Chandler (R-13) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 90, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 20, 1998 |
| HB 2523 1997–98 |
Fire training activitiesA facility must be operated in a manner that minimizes, to the extent possible, the air contaminants generated during operation. Written approval is required from the department or local air pollution control authority prior... | Gary Chandler (R-13) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 43, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 18, 1998 |
| HB 1012 1997–98 |
Highway bondsThe bond authorization for the Special Category A C @ program is increased by $60 million, from $240 million to $300 million. This additional bond authorization is applied to projects in the Special Category A C @ program. | Jack Cairnes (R-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |