Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Jeanne Kohl-Welles
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 1996 1993–94 |
Court forms/translationsRequires translation of the forms into Spanish, Vietnamese, Laotian, Cambodian, and Chinese, and distribution of a master form by January 1, 1995. | Marlin Appelwick (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1997 1993–94 |
Higher ed/state relationshipThe relationship between the state and its public colleges and universities is redefined through a compact based on trust, evidence and a new alignment of responsibilities. The policy of the state is to create an environment... | Dave Quall (D-40) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1998 1993–94 |
Higher ed assessDeclares a policy to ensure adequate funding to maintain a state-funded full-time equivalent participation rate at a minimum of the participation rate funded in the last fiscal year of the previous biennium. Declares a policy... | Paull Shin (D-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2010 1993–94 |
Parking/business improvementThe Washington Condominium Act is amended to allow condominium associations to participate in parking and business improvement areas. | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2013 1993–94 |
Tribes/mental health systemsMakes provision for the inclusion of Indian tribal members in the mental health systems. | June Leonard (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2016 1993–94 |
Housing trust fundRequires that all revenue generated from interest on security deposits in pooled interest-bearing trust accounts be used solely for the costs of projects in privately owned housing under RCW 43.185.050. | Gregory Fisher (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2033 1993–94 |
Higher ed coordinating boardProvides for the appointment of two student members to the board. | Don Carlson (R-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2034 1993–94 |
Property tax exemptionsProvides property tax exemptions for low-income homeowners if a proposed constitutional amendment is approved at the next general election. | Arthur Wang (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2059 1993–94 |
Gross receipts taxesBusinesses below a specified threshold are exempt from business and occupation tax and public utility tax. Businesses above the threshold receive a phased out deduction. | Gregory Fisher (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2074 1993–94 |
Career-initiative programThe Career Initiative Pilot Project is established in the Employment Security Department (ESD). The project provides career opportunities with state agencies to at-risk youth with a high school diploma or equivalent. | Jesse Wineberry (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2079 1993–94 |
Pistol in a vehicle penaltyMakes a violation a felony offense with mandatory revocation of the driver's license, impoundment of the vehicle, and imprisonment as punishment. Requires a minimum mandatory term of five years imprisonment for a second violation. | Steve Conway (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2080 1993–94 |
Juvenile newspaper carriersJuvenile newspaper carriers are exempt from state, city and town business and occupation taxes. Newspapers are required to inform carriers they are liable for tax when they turn 18. | Clyde Ballard (R-12) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2087 1993–94 |
Tax system revisionDirects the department of revenue to conduct an analysis of the state tax system to develop recommendations for comprehensive tax system reform. Requires an initial report by September 1, 1994. | Barbara Cothern (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2099 1993–94 |
Ethics in government/campaigCreates a commission on ethics in government and campaign practices. Specifies the duties of the commission. Makes an appropriation of one hundred thousand dollars to carry out the purposes of the act. | Wilson Peery (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2107 1993–94 |
Transportation/econ developmProvides financial assistance to transit agencies for the planning, design, acquisition, and construction of high capacity transportation systems. Increases licensing fees based upon gross weight of vehicles. Revises maximum... | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2128 1993–94 |
Postretirement benefit adjusProvides a postretirement adjustment for certain retirees not entitled to automatic cost of living adjustments. Provides that the act shall be null and void if appropriations are not approved. | Gary Locke (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2146 1993–94 |
Landscape services tax exmptProvides the exemptions for landscape maintenance and horticultural services applied to property exempt under RCW 84.36.381. Takes effect July 1, 1994. | Don Carlson (R-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2152 1993–94 |
Environmental hearings officA three member panel of the SHB may hear and decide cases involving substantial development permits for single family homes and related structures. In addition to the authority to hear an appeal granted to the SHB under SEPA,... | Nancy Rust (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2161 1993–94 |
Publ employees/labor disputeThe Public Employment Relations Commission is directed to establish an expedited review and hearing process for a disciplinary action against a public employee for participating in a strike or for honoring a picket line. | Steve Conway (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2165 1993–94 |
Log built homes/energy standA log home with a minimum average wall thickness of three and one-half inches and with space heat other than electric resistance is not required to comply with the wall insulation standards of the residential energy code. | Lane Bray (D-8) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2174 1993–94 |
Espresso machinesProhibits local governments from enforcing local regulations regarding the exempted machines. | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2175 1993–94 |
Traffic offense recordsExtends the period for maintenance of records of alcohol-related offenses from five to ten years. | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2183 1993–94 |
Student conduct task forceA Task Force on Student Conduct is created. The task force is to identify laws, rules and practices that make it difficult for educators to manage their classrooms and schools effectively. | Susan Karahalios (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2189 1993–94 |
Nonprofit org prop tax exmptA leasehold excise tax exemption is provided to nonprofit, nonsectarian organizations providing character-building, benevolent, protective or rehabilitative social services directed at persons of all ages. The exemption... | Peter Kremen (D-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2194 1993–94 |
Youth suicide preventionThere is a legislative finding that youth suicide is one of the most serious phenomena affecting children and should be addressed as a compelling public health and safety problem affecting the future of society. Youth suicide... | Linda Johnson (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |