Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Kip Tokuda
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 1234 1997–98 |
Plumbers' advisory brd membrThe membership of the board increases to five members, by adding one additional journeyman and one additional member conducting a plumbing business. The staggered terms of the board members expire between 1998 and 2000. | Jack Cairnes (R-47) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 307, Laws of 1997 |
May 12, 1997 |
| HB 1392 1997–98 |
Crime victims' compensationRecords relating to appeals of crime victims = compensation claims are exempt from the public inspection and copying requirements in the Public Records Act. Claimants may have access to the information in their own files. | Ida Ballasiotes (R-41) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 310, Laws of 1997 |
May 12, 1997 |
| HB 1771 1997–98 |
Guardian certificationThe Office of the Administrator for the Courts (OAC) is directed to study and make recommendations regarding the implementation of a system for standards and administration of certification of professional guardians. | Maryann Mitchell (R-30) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 312, Laws of 1997 |
May 12, 1997 |
| HB 1903 1997–98 |
Contractor registrationStatement of purpose . The purpose of the contractor registration statute is for consumer protection. Definition of unregistered contractor . An A unregistered contractor @ means a person, firm, or corporation working as a... | Jack Cairnes (R-47) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 314, Laws of 1997 |
May 12, 1997 |
| HB 1491 1997–98 |
Dog guide & service animalsGuide and service dogs are referred to as dog guides and service animals. Service animals are trained to assist people who are sensory, mentally or physically disabled. | Eileen Cody (D-11) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 271, Laws of 1997 |
May 6, 1997 |
| HB 2011 1997–98 |
School leviesState laws that limit the allowable time period for a school operating levy are modified. Propositions to levy additional taxes for school operating purposes may be for a period of up to four years. | Mike Wensman (R-41) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 260, Laws of 1997 |
May 6, 1997 |
| HB 1269 1997–98 |
Death investigations accountThe fee for copies of vital records and the amount turned over to the death investigations = account from death certificate fees are changed. The Department of Health charges $13 for the first certified copy of birth, death,... | Eric Robertson (R-31) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 223, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 26, 1997 |
| HB 1806 1997–98 |
Wildlife illegl possessn/kilThe Legislature finds that wildlife is of great ecological, recreational, aesthetic, and economic value to the people of the state. The Legislature also finds that the illegal taking and possession of certain valuable wildlife... | Gary Alexander (R-20) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 226, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 26, 1997 |
| HB 1545 1997–98 |
Domestc violnce shelter fndsThe 50 percent local match requirement for domestic violence shelter grants is eliminated. | Larry Sheahan (R-9) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 160, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 23, 1997 |
| HB 1432 1997–98 |
Adoption supprt reconsidertnThe eligibility criteria for the adoption reconsideration program is expanded, to allow for payment of expenses, for children who are at high risk of physical, mental or emotional problems as a result of conditions exposed to... | Suzette Cooke (R-47) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 131, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 22, 1997 |
| HB 1393 1997–98 |
Crime victims' compensationThe time period for a victim of a crime to appeal a decision of the Department of Labor and Industries under the Crime Victims Compensation program is extended from 60 days to 90 days. An expressed provision is added to the... | Ida Ballasiotes (R-41) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 102, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 21, 1997 |
| HB 1550 1997–98 |
Crim conduct/disablty retireA LEOFF, PERS, or TRS member cannot receive a disability retirement benefit if the disability is the result of criminal conduct by the member committed after the effective date of the act. | Mark Doumit (D-19) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 103, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 21, 1997 |
| HB 1636 1997–98 |
HarassmentCriminal harassment includes a threat to cause bodily injury immediately. | Ida Ballasiotes (R-41) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 105, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 21, 1997 |
| HB 1089 1997–98 |
AFDC references correctedThe Revised Code of Washington contains many references to "Aid to Families with Dependent Children." These references appear in several titles, as well as throughout the title dealing with public assistance. References to... | Suzette Cooke (R-47) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 59, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 17, 1997 |
| HB 1098 1997–98 |
Teachers'retirement plan IIIThe transfer payment is increased from 20 percent to 40 percent in order to maintain short term cost neutrality in Plan III. | Don Carlson (R-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 10, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 15, 1997 |
| HB 2371 1995–96 |
Student loan repaymentLicensing agencies must suspend the professional license, certificate, or registration of a licensee when notified by a lending agency of default on a federal or state guaranteed educational loan or a service conditional... | Jerry Blanton (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 293, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| HB 2485 1995–96 |
Property tax/gov restrictnsA taxpayer who has proof that the land use designation of his or her property is changed may bring this to the attention of the assessor. If the taxpayer and the assessor reach an agreement on the value of the property then... | Helen Sommers (D-36) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 296, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| HB 2604 1995–96 |
Registered vehicle ownr listThe Department of Licensing (DOL) is permitted to furnish lists of the registered owners of motor vehicles electronically to commercial parking companies. If a registered owner list is used by a commercial parking company for... | Jean Silver (R-6) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| HB 2781 1995–96 |
Veterans' preferencesThe definition of veteran is expanded. The definition of the Vietnam area is clarified. | Robert Basich (D-19) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 300, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| HB 2567 1995–96 |
Property action notificationWhen issuing a notice of decision on a local project review, a local government must provide a copy to the county assessor's office of the county or counties in which the property is located. The county assessor is authorized,... | Cathy Wolfe (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 254, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 29, 1996 |
| HB 2672 1995–96 |
Greyhound racingGreyhound racing is prohibited in the state of Washington. | Steve Van Luven (R-48) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 252, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 29, 1996 |
| HB 1964 1995–96 |
Accident reports accessThe statutory requirement that a copy of the accident report that is sent to the Department of Licensing (DOL) is deleted. The State Patrol provides all traffic accident reports to the Department of Licensing electronically. | Karen Schmidt (R-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 183, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 28, 1996 |
| HB 1967 1995–96 |
Vehicle licensing violationsThe excise taxes and registration fees are deposited in the same manner as if the taxes and fees were properly paid. The fines for evading proper payment of these taxes and fees are deposited in the vehicle licensing fraud account. | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 184, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 28, 1996 |
| HB 2075 1995–96 |
Offense agnst pregnant womanAn additional aggravating factor is added to the list of aggravating factors upon which an exceptional sentence above the standard range may be imposed on an adult defendant convicted of a violent crime. That factor is that... | Jeralita "Jeri" Costa (D-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 121, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 21, 1996 |
| HB 2487 1995–96 |
Adoption support paymentsContinuing adoption support payments may be set at an amount sufficient to ensure timely adoptions of children in foster care. Adoption support payments made on or after July 1, 1996, are set at a level designed to facilitate... | Kip Tokuda (D-37) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 130, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 21, 1996 |