Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Eric Robertson
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2316 1995–96 |
Juv correctnl facilty sitingThe Department of Social and Health Services must establish a process for establishing or relocating public and private juvenile correctional facilities. When siting a facility, the department must do the following: (1)... | Ida Ballasiotes (R-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| HB 2449 1995–96 |
Water resource managementAn eight-member Joint Select Committee on Water Resources is created and is composed of two members from each political party caucus in both houses. A Senator and a member of the House are elected by the committee membership... | Jerome Delvin (R-8) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| HB 2507 1995–96 |
Sex offender registrationThe sex offender registration requirements are extended to include the gross misdemeanor crime of sexual misconduct with a minor in the second degree. For this crime, the offender must remain registered for ten years following... | Duane Sommers (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| HB 2616 1995–96 |
Juvenile offenders/jurisdctnA juvenile who is 15, 16, or 17 years old will automatically be prosecuted as an adult when the prosecutor alleges the juvenile committed a violent offense while armed with a firearm that the juvenile illegally possessed. | Dale Foreman (R-12) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| HB 2711 1995–96 |
Illegal alien offender progrThe Department of Corrections is directed to implement an illegal offender program by July 1, 1997, to meet specified goals. The department is required to place illegal alien offenders who meet the specified eligibility and... | Renee Radcliff (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| HB 2841 1995–96 |
Property tax increase limitThe striking amendment provides that the state property tax for collection in 1997 is reduced by 9.7187 percent. Only 5 percent of the reduced 1997 levy is used for future state levy calculations under the 106 percent levy limit. | Mike Carrell (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| HB 2893 1995–96 |
Fuel tax evasionFuel tax revenues collected by motor fuel dealers and distributors shall be considered to be held in trust for the state. Items to be included on the application for a dealer or distributor's license are set forth. | Jerry Blanton (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| HB 2910 1995–96 |
Charter schoolsPurpose and Intent . The Legislature authorizes the establishment of alternative public schools to be called charter schools. Charter schools are to be granted greater autonomy in instructional programs and operations in... | Brian Thomas (R-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| HB 2911 1995–96 |
Transportation agncy budgetsThe Washington State Legislature, the Governor, and other public officials expect continued improvement in accountability of government services. The development of the use of new budget tools, techniques, and approaches will... | Eric Robertson (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| HB 2926 1995–96 |
Thoroughbred industry/taxFeed sold for thoroughbred race horses is exempt from sales and use tax. Raising, breeding, training, or selling thoroughbred race horses is exempt from B&O tax. | Jean Silver (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| HB 2951 1995–96 |
Property tax reductionThe state property tax for collection in 1997 is reduced by 5 percent. The reduced 1997 levy will be used for future state levy calculations under the 106 percent levy limit. | Mike Carrell (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| HB 2952 1995–96 |
Crimes against family memberThe following crimes are raised to class C felonies if committed by one family or household member against another: $ Reckless endangerment in the second degree $ Coercion $ Stalking $ Criminal trespass in the first degree $... | Larry Sheahan (R-9) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| HB 2953 1995–96 |
Flood areas/proprty tx relieInterest and penalties are forgiven on delinquent 1996 property taxes for personal residences damaged by flooding. The damage must have occurred between January 1, 1996 and May 1, 1996, and the residence must be located in a... | Don Benton (R-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| HB 1601 1995–96 |
National guard tuition&feesWith the exception of technical colleges, state colleges and universities are permitted to waive tuition and service and activities fees for members of the Washington National Guard enrolled on a space available basis. These... | Dave Schmidt (R-44) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 6, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 6, 1996 |
| HB 2917 1995–96 |
Amusement game limitationBusinesses that primarily serve food may be licensed by the Gambling Commission to operate amusement games. | Eric Robertson (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 1, 1996 |
| HB 2125 1995–96 |
Interstate bankingWashington authorizes interstate branching on June 1, 1996. Washington banks are authorized to operate branches in other states. | Les Thomas (R-31) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 2, Laws of 1996 |
Feb 27, 1996 |
| HB 1485 1995–96 |
Vlntr fire dept tax exemptnA volunteer fire department that does not provide any remuneration or reimbursement to any commissioner, fire fighter, or staff is exempt from retail sales and use taxes for all of its acquisitions. | Betty Morris (D-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Feb 13, 1996 |
| HB 1851 1995–96 |
Beer tax increasesThe bill eliminates future tax rate increases on beer for the health services account. The scheduled increases in the other taxes are not changed. | John Pennington (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Feb 13, 1996 |
| HB 2267 1995–96 |
Matter harmful to minorsThe statutory prohibitions on distribution and display of erotic materials to minors and providing for the labeling of materials determined by a court to be erotic are repealed. | Lois McMahan (R-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Feb 13, 1996 |
| HB 2839 1995–96 |
Health care liability reformIn order to make a claim for damages resulting from negligence by a health care provider, the claimant must file a certificate of merit within 90 days of initiating the claim. The certificate of merit must include the opinion... | Phil Dyer (R-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Feb 13, 1996 |
| HB 2546 1995–96 |
Residential burglaryResidential burglary is added to the list of "most serious offenses." | Dale Foreman (R-12) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 1, 1996 |
| HB 2506 1995–96 |
Baseball stadium license plaAuthorization for a special baseball stadium license plate is repealed. | Eric Robertson (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Jan 31, 1996 |
| HB 2353 1995–96 |
Nonprofit educatnal foundtnsThe Department of Community, Trade, and Economic Development is directed to contract with individuals or organizations in order to assist in establishing and developing educational foundations. The department will solicit... | Mary Lou Dickerson (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 29, 1996 |
| HB 2806 1995–96 |
Personal watercraftEstablishes requirements for the safe operation of personal watercraft. Directs the commission to approve one or more personal watercraft safety education programs prior to January 1, 1997. An approved personal watercraft... | Mark Sterk (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 24, 1996 |
| HB 2884 1995–96 |
Civil rights act of 1996Provides that, every governmental entity that, under color of a statute, ordinance, or regulation subjects or causes to be subjected, a citizen, inhabitant, or domiciliary of the state of Washington to the deprivation of any... | Les Thomas (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 24, 1996 |