Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by George Sellar
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6320 1991–92 |
Natural death actMakes revisions to chapter 70.122 RCW, Natural death act. Declares that the chapter shall not be construed as requiring medical personnel to provide futile treatment, or as providing the exclusive means persons may make... | Neil Amondson (R-20) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 24, 1992 |
| SB 6290 1991–92 |
Small business innovationProvides that chapter 82.04 RCW does not apply to federal funds expended for research under the small business innovation research program. | Albert Bauer (D-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 23, 1992 |
| SB 5068 1991–92 |
Chng provisns/vehicle offensThe burden of proof on the issue of causation is shifted to the defendant for the offenses of vehicular homicide and vehicular assault. The defendant may raise the defense that no negligent act on his or her part was a... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 21, 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 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 5522 1991–92 |
Life insurance policy limitsInsurers may rely on clauses to limit liability in the event of war, suicide or aviation under life insurance, annuity or pure endowment contracts only if the policyholder has been told at the time the contract was sold that... | Larry Vognild (D-38) | 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 6190 1991–92 |
Traffic infraction deferralRestricts the deferral to once in a three year period. Declares that a deferral does not affect imposition of monetary penalties. | Tim Erwin (R-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 1992 |
| SB 6204 1991–92 |
Wildlife director appointmntThe Wildlife Commission will select the Director of Wildlife and the director shall serve at the pleasure of the Wildlife Commission. | Leo K. Thorsness (R-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 1992 |
| SB 6079 1991–92 |
Property owner tax noticeIn circumstances where the original real estate tax statement is being sent by the county treasurer to a lienholder rather than the vested owner of property in the county, when requested in writing by a vested owner, the... | Linda Smith (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 15, 1992 |
| SB 5024 1991–92 |
Pensions/out-of-state jdgmntWhen another state attempts to collect an income tax on state pension or retirement benefits paid to a former employee of that state who is now a Washington resident, the retirement income and other property in this state... | Linda Smith (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5125 1991–92 |
Private detective licensingApplicants for a private detective license must meet the following requirements: 1) be at least 18 years old; 2) be a citizen or resident alien; 3) cannot have had a felony conviction within the last ten years; 4) be employed... | Tim Erwin (R-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5146 1991–92 |
Physical therapistsDeletes the expiration date of June 30, 1991. Repeals sections 17 and 18, chapter 297, Laws of 1990 . | Bob McCaslin (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5210 1991–92 |
Insurance agent measur of txThe measure of tax is the gross commission retained by the insurance agent, broker, or solicitor after payment of any commission to another agent, broker, or solicitor pursuant to a contract or agreement in existence before... | Peter von Reichbauer (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5252 1991–92 |
School security monitorsFunds are appropriated from the general fund for matching grants to enhance security in secondary schools. School districts may apply for grants of up to 75 percent of the district's total yearly expenditure for school security. | Gerald "Jerry" Saling (R-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5333 1991–92 |
Insurance fraud investigatnPermits the organization of fraud bureaus for the investigation of fraudulent insurance practices and claims committed by policyholders. Requires the bureaus to be licensed. Directs the bureaus to report criminal violations to... | Peter von Reichbauer (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5348 1991–92 |
Legislative race primariesNo primary is held for the position of state senator or representative if, after the last day when candidates may withdraw, no more than one candidate has filed for the position from each major political party. The county... | James West (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5420 1991–92 |
Special needs grantsThe Superintendent of Public Instruction shall establish a grant program to assist eligible small school districts in meeting their special needs. The grant funds and new or existing programs enhanced by the funds shall not... | Scott Barr (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5426 1991–92 |
Fishing licenses/veteranAuthorizes disabled veterans to apply for a free hunting and fishing license if they have been residents for five years. Requires documentation to receive the license. | A.L. "Slim" Rasmussen (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5430 1991–92 |
Property improvement paymentMoney held by an owner, developer, prime contractor, subcontractor, or other person in charge of a construction project is regarded by law as being held in trust for the benefit of persons making the payment and those who... | Patty Murray (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5502 1991–92 |
Election challenge time limtAny action to void an election must be commenced within 30 days of the date of the election. Any lawsuit against a municipal corporation or public official challenging the outcome of an election authorizing the issuance of... | George Sellar (R-12) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5507 1991–92 |
Private enterprise econ oppoAmong legislative findings are that government unfairly competes with the private sector when it engages in commercial activities. | Bob McCaslin (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5521 1991–92 |
Military leave/state emplysProvides that such leave is granted in addition to any vacation or sick leave to which the employee might otherwise be entitled. Continues the employee's regular compensation, less the amount of the employee's base pay for... | Leo K. Thorsness (R-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5539 1991–92 |
Private property rightsRevises notice requirements to landowners by agencies proposing rules which would restrict the property rights of landowners. Provides that private property shall not be taken or damaged for private or public use unless the... | Neil Amondson (R-20) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |