Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by E. G. "Pat" Patterson
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6278 1991–92 |
Rural development councilThe original bill was not considered. EFFECT OF PROPOSED SUBSTITUTE: The Washington State Rural Development Council is formally recognized by the state of Washington. | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6279 1991–92 |
Urban/rural econ partnershpsThe Legislature intends to establish a partnership between urban and rural areas of the state and, in so doing, improve the quality of life and provide quality job opportunities for each citizen of the state. The requirement... | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6317 1991–92 |
Gross weight permitsThe Department of Transportation's (DOT) annual additional tonnage permit and fee structure are incorporated into the combined license fee collected by the Department of Licensing. Distribution of the revenue from the combined... | Scott Barr (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6350 1991–92 |
Aircraft maintenance trainng(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE) Authorizes appropriations to carry out the purposes of the act only after the governor determines that a commercial airline will establish a new facility in this state for the maintenance of... | James West (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6378 1991–92 |
Ferries/farm animal wasteVehicles hauling live farm animals, when crossing a ferry transporting fewer than 25 vehicles, are exempt from load containment requirements. EFFECT OF PROPOSED SUBSTITUTE: Language is added which clarifies that the vehicle... | Scott Barr (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6464 1991–92 |
Public transit financingThe uses of monies in the public transportation systems account and the central Puget Sound public transportation account are expanded to allow use for planning, development of capital projects, and for local match to federal... | E. G. "Pat" Patterson (R-9) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6490 1991–92 |
College mascot license plateCreates the college mascot license plate account and provides that expenditures from the account may be used only for nonathletic scholarships. | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 6, 1992 |
| SB 5957 1991–92 |
Higher ed/operating budgetBeginning with the 1992-93 fiscal year the state operating budget for higher education shall be increased by a minimum of 1 percent until the percentage of the general fund state operating budget for higher education is at or... | Leo K. Thorsness (R-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 5, 1992 |
| SB 6465 1991–92 |
Transit fare revenuesTransit systems may use revenues derived from system operations for match to qualify for the motor vehicle excise tax. These system operating revenues include such income as farebox and advertising income but may not include... | E. G. "Pat" Patterson (R-9) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 3, 1992 |
| SB 6398 1991–92 |
Medical malpractice atty feeLimits attorneys' contingent fees in medical malpractice suits. | James West (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 28, 1992 |
| SB 6352 1991–92 |
Agr food prod disparagementAny producer of agricultural food products who suffers damage as a result of another person's disparagement of any such agricultural food product may sue for damages. If damages are awarded under this provision, the court... | Jim Jesernig (D-8) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 27, 1992 |
| SB 6365 1991–92 |
County growth management plnAuthorizes the removal from the requirements by adoption of a resolution by June 1, 1993. | George Sellar (R-12) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 27, 1992 |
| SB 6367 1991–92 |
Public assistance limitationPublic assistance is limited, for those residing in Washington for less than one year, to the amount of assistance that would have been received from a similar program in the state of most recent residence, if less than the... | Bob Oke (R-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 27, 1992 |
| SB 6371 1991–92 |
Eastern Washington airportThe Legislature finds that expansion of Sea-Tac Airport is politically difficult and environmentally unsound, while expansion of the existing airport at Moses Lake is economically, environmentally and logistically advantageous. | Tim Erwin (R-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 27, 1992 |
| SB 6303 1991–92 |
Private land for public useWhenever private land is designated which prohibits or restricts the use of property by its owner, full compensation to the owner must be paid by the designating agency. Compensation must be paid at the time of enactment of... | Ann Anderson (R-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 24, 1992 |
| SB 6237 1991–92 |
Transportation supp budgetAdopts the supplemental transportation budget. | E. G. "Pat" Patterson (R-9) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 22, 1992 |
| SB 5097 1991–92 |
Agricultural nuisancesGood agricultural practices may not be restricted as to the time of day or day or days of the week. The definition of agricultural activity is changed from the activities associated with growing crops to the condition or... | Scott Barr (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 21, 1992 |
| SB 5126 1991–92 |
Pen register use authorizedA law enforcement officer may apply to superior court for an order authorizing the installation and use of a pen register or trap and trace device. The court must issue an authorizing order if the law enforcement officer has... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 21, 1992 |
| SB 5174 1991–92 |
Enrollment increase/highr edThe Higher Education Opportunity Act of 1991 is created. New state funded enrollments are authorized at the state institutions of higher education, above the levels established for those institutions during the 1989-91 biennium. | Gerald "Jerry" Saling (R-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 21, 1992 |
| SB 5350 1991–92 |
Faculty English proficiencyA person who has received a graduate assistant or faculty appointment to provide classroom instruction or work with students in participatory and activity courses such as clinics, studios, seminars, and laboratories is... | Gerald "Jerry" Saling (R-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 21, 1992 |
| SB 5797 1991–92 |
Diminshed private propertyOwners of real property have a cause of action for all governmental acts that diminish the value of or damage their property. Litigation expenses are recoverable. | Bob McCaslin (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 21, 1992 |
| SB 5864 1991–92 |
Political contributions/adsLegislative intent is specific to ensure that individuals and interest groups have fair opportunity to participate in the elective process and to reduce the influence of large organizational contributors. | Linda Smith (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 21, 1992 |
| SB 5432 1991–92 |
Traffic safety program fundsStarting with the 1993-95 biennium, the revenue currently going to the PSEA shall be divided into two separate accounts. Seventy percent shall go to the current PSEA for crime victims' compensation as well as other currently... | E. G. "Pat" Patterson (R-9) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 15, 1992 |
| SB 5435 1991–92 |
Auto products/redeemable crdThe state business and occupation tax statutes are amended. A new definition of "redeemable credits or deposits" is established. | Lela Kreidler (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 15, 1992 |
| SB 5680 1991–92 |
Electrical transmissn sitingThe Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council (EFSEC) is given authority to approve the siting of electrical transmission lines constructed to operate at nominal voltages above 100,000 volts, including transmission lines serving... | Leo K. Thorsness (R-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 15, 1992 |