Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Peggy Johnson
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 1093 1995–96 |
Agency bidding proceduresThe Department of General Administration is given the authority to use the Request for Proposal (RFP) bid solicitation process if the purchasing director makes a written determination that the invitation for bid (IFB) process... | Karen Schmidt (R-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 4, Laws of 1995, 1st Special Session |
Jun 14, 1995 |
| HB 1010 1995–96 |
Regulatory reformGrants of Rule-making Authority . For certain agencies, for other than interpretive rules, rules adopted after the effective date of the act may not rely solely on a statement of intent or on the agency's enabling provisions... | Bill Reams (R-48) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · veto overridden |
May 18, 1995 |
| HB 1110 1995–96 |
Nat resources dept agreemntsThe committee striking amendment requires that the Department of Natural Resources consult with the Senate and House Natural Resources Committees prior to entering into any agreement concerning the federal Endangered Species... | Jim Buck (R-24) | Enacted Enacted · veto overridden |
May 18, 1995 |
| HB 1069 1995–96 |
Ret law enforcement/firearmsCertain retired law enforcement officers are exempt from the requirement of having a license to carry a concealed pistol and from the general prohibition against openly carrying a firearm. The exemption applies to officers who... | Jerome Delvin (R-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 392, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| HB 1152 1995–96 |
Concealed pistol licensesThe validity of a concealed pistol license is expanded from four years to five years. | John Pennington (R-18) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 351, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| HB 1178 1995–96 |
Farms/industrial insuranceThe exclusion from industrial insurance coverage of children under age 18 who are employed by their parents on the family farm is deleted. Parents employing a child under age 21 may opt out of mandatory industrial insurance... | Cathy McMorris (R-7) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
May 16, 1995 |
| HB 1270 1995–96 |
Tree harvesters/drivrs licenFarmers who haul Christmas trees and wood products from their own private tree farms need not obtain a commercial driver's license. Their vehicles must not exceed 40,000 pounds licensed gross vehicle weight. | Betty Morris (D-18) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 393, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| HB 1305 1995–96 |
Growth managmnt/nonurbn areaUrban Growth Areas . An urban growth area may include territory that is located outside of a city: (1) whether or not the urban growth area includes a city; or (2) is a designated fully contained community. Each urban growth... | Peggy Johnson (R-35) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 400, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| HB 1787 1995–96 |
Interest on accounts & fundsEighty percent of interest earnings on transportation-related accounts remain in those accounts, rather than being transferred to the general fund-state to be spent for general government purposes. This restores the law as it... | Karen Schmidt (R-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 394, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| HB 1853 1995–96 |
Juvenile probation bondsProbation Bond Provisions . A court may order a juvenile to post a bond or other collateral in lieu of a bond to enhance public safety, increase the likelihood that the juvenile will appear at a court date, and increase... | Scott Smith (R-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 395, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| HB 1527 1995–96 |
World War II vet monumentThe Department of Veterans Affairs is required to convene an 11-member advisory committee to make recommendations to the department for a memorial on the capitol campus to the men and women of Washington State who served in... | Don Benton (R-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 348, Laws of 1995 |
May 15, 1995 |
| HB 1130 1995–96 |
Locomotive whistlesCities and counties are authorized to enact ordinances limiting train whistles at crossings equipped with "supplemental safety measures," as defined in federal law. | Larry Crouse (R-4) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 315, Laws of 1995 |
May 11, 1995 |
| HB 1144 1995–96 |
Veterinary practiceThe implanting of an electronic device for the purpose of establishing the positive identification of animals is included within the scope of practice of veterinary medicine. Public fish and wildlife agencies may also implant... | Phil Dyer (R-5) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 317, Laws of 1995 |
May 11, 1995 |
| HB 1209 1995–96 |
Commercial vehicle safetyBeginning January 1, 1996, the Utilities and Transportation Commission's (UTC's) terminal inspection program is transferred to the Washington State Patrol's commercial vehicle enforcement section. The WSP is responsible for... | Karen Schmidt (R-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 272, Laws of 1995 |
May 9, 1995 |
| HB 1225 1995–96 |
Vehicle and fuel licensesApplications for certificates of ownership of motor vehicles may be made on any form approved by the Department of Licensing. This allows financial institutions to electronically file application for certificates. | Karen Schmidt (R-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 274, Laws of 1995 |
May 9, 1995 |
| HB 1237 1995–96 |
Indigent persons court costsRestrictions are placed on providing counsel for indigent adults and juveniles convicted of offenses when filing petitions for "collateral attack" and motions for discretionary review. The Court of Appeals, Supreme Court, and... | Mike Padden (R-4) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 275, Laws of 1995 |
May 9, 1995 |
| HB 1518 1995–96 |
Teacher internship creditsFor the purposes of advancement on the salary allocation schedule, teachers and other certificated personnel can earn one academic credit for each 25 clock hours of participation in an approved internship with business,... | Bill Thompson (R-44) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 284, Laws of 1995 |
May 9, 1995 |
| HB 1941 1995–96 |
Reading literacyThe elementary grades assessment developed by the Commission on Student Learning must assess students' reading literacy skills by the spring of third grade, and at other appropriate grade levels. School districts must use the... | Peggy Johnson (R-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 303, Laws of 1995 |
May 9, 1995 |
| HB 1046 1995–96 |
Health care reform amendmentThe Legislature intends to protect quality in health care and protect an individual's right to health care choices; eliminate pre-existing condition exclusions in health insurance, prevent cancellation because of sickness, and... | Phil Dyer (R-5) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 265, Laws of 1995 |
May 8, 1995 |
| HB 1027 1995–96 |
School administrators/classrAdditional duties are given to the Joint Select Committee on Education Restructuring, and a School District Financial Review Program is established. | Bill Brumsickle (R-20) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 230, Laws of 1995 |
May 5, 1995 |
| HB 1047 1995–96 |
Restitution for victimsThe period of time in which a court must set restitution is extended from 60 to 180 days. The court may continue the hearing for good cause. | Larry Sheahan (R-9) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 231, Laws of 1995 |
May 5, 1995 |
| HB 1136 1995–96 |
Inmate welfare accountsThe Department of Corrections is directed to transfer 25 percent of the total annual revenues and receipts in each institutional betterment fund to the Department of Labor and Industries for the purpose of providing direct... | Ida Ballasiotes (R-41) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 234, Laws of 1995 |
May 5, 1995 |
| HB 1080 1995–96 |
Outdoor burning/nonurbn areaThe outdoor burning permit program applies as to residential and land clearing burning within: (1) cities; (2) urban growth areas; and (3) outside urban growth areas in counties with unincorporated populations more than... | John Pennington (R-18) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 206, Laws of 1995 |
May 3, 1995 |
| HB 1220 1995–96 |
Air operating permits/SEPAA decision pertaining to the issuance, renewal, reopening, or revision of an air operating permit is not subject to the requirements under the State Environmental Protection Act (SEPA) for the preparation of an environmental... | Gary Chandler (R-13) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 172, Laws of 1995 |
May 1, 1995 |
| HB 1112 1995–96 |
General administn dept fundsTwo changes are made in the funding structure of the Department of General Administration. First, a technical change is made to designate pass-through funds associated with commercial insurance purchases in the risk management... | Jean Silver (R-6) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 137, Laws of 1995 |
Apr 27, 1995 |