All bills
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5299 1995–96 |
LEOFF II members/civil actnsRepeals RCW 41.26.480. | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5300 1995–96 |
Cigarette advertising & saleIt is unlawful for cigarettes to be advertised on billboards, store fronts, or in state originated newspapers, magazines television or radio. Substitute Bill Compared to Original Bill: The requirement that all cigarettes sold... | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5301 1995–96 |
Tribal gaming activitiesThe Gambling Commission is authorized to negotiate tribal compacts that include, but do not exceed, the following specific limitations: Wager limits of $100 per wager; operating hours for the gaming facility of not more than... | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5302 1995–96 |
Indus insur worker premiumsThe wage deduction that covers state fund employees' one-half share of industrial insurance medical aid premium is changed for workers in the construction industry. For these workers, the wage deduction may not be more than... | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5304 1995–96 |
Vehicle identificatn inspectThe chief of the WSP must use county auditors and subagents who volunteer to conduct the VIN inspections for out-of-state vehicles being brought into the state. | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5305 1995–96 |
Licensing subagentsThe Department of Licensing may use county auditors and subagents to license vehicles, renew driver's licenses, process all special license plates, conduct pro-rate licensing, and renew other professional licenses granted by... | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5306 1995–96 |
Landscape services/sales taxLandscape maintenance and horticultural services is removed from the definition of retail sale. As a result of this change, these activities will no longer be subject to the retail sales and use tax, and the B&O tax... | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5307 1995–96 |
Coin-operated laundries/taxCharges made for the use of coin-operated laundry facilities in an apartment house, rooming house, or mobile home park for the exclusive use of the tenants thereof is removed from the definition of retail sale. | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5309 1995–96 |
Water pollution/agricul landIn conducting water quality inspections on agricultural land used for livestock production, the Department of Ecology must follow certain procedures. First, the department must receive a complaint demonstrating cogent,... | Bob Morton (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5310 1995–96 |
Heritage capital projectsThe Governor and the Legislature are given the benefit of, and must consider, a prioritized list of heritage projects as a guide for appropriating funds in the 1997-99 biennium and thereafter. This prioritized list is prepared... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5311 1995–96 |
Indigents cost of counselA determination of indigency is made for persons wishing the appointment of counsel in misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor cases. The entity charged with determining indigency is the legislative authority. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5312 1995–96 |
Firearms possession by childRestrictions are imposed on children who hunt or trap. No children under the age of 14 are permitted to hunt or trap unless they have a valid hunting or trapping license and are supervised by an adult. | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5313 1995–96 |
Farm vehicle licensesSmall harvesters, as defined by the Department of Revenue, who drive vehicles transporting trees, are also not required to obtain commercial vehicle driver's licenses. Substitute Bill Compared to Original Bill: The substitute... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5314 1995–96 |
Weights and measuresThe mechanism for funding the weights and measures program is changed from a fee collected at the time a device is inspected to a program supported by a registration fee collected upon renewal of a master business license. The... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5316 1995–96 |
Water resource governanceEstablishes a state water resources board, which consists of members from regional areas of the state. Directs the board to develop policies and implement programs that are balanced with the interests of all sectors of the... | Bob Morton (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5317 1995–96 |
Water resources dept & boardEstablishes a state water resources board, which consists of members from regional areas of the state. Directs the board to develop policies and implement programs that are balanced with the interests of all sectors of the... | Bob Morton (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5318 1995–96 |
Water rights adjud & regultnDeclares an intent to establish a comprehensive program for the adjudication of water rights in all basins of the state over the next twenty years, and that this program will be consistent with and further the cooperative... | Bob Morton (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5319 1995–96 |
Water resource planningProvides that the regional water resource planning process must be initiated by filing a petition with the state water resources board. Specifies the types of signatures required on the petition. Delineates the hearing process... | Bob Morton (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5320 1995–96 |
Intruders/use of forceAn occupant of a dwelling may use any amount of force within the dwelling, including deadly force, against a person who unlawfully enters the dwelling, if the occupant has reason to believe: 1) that the intruder has committed,... | Bob McCaslin (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5321 1995–96 |
County officialsRevises RCW 84.56.340 to prohibit segregation of property for tax purposes unless all current year and delinquent taxes and assessments on the entire tract have been paid in full. Repeals RCW 36.33.180. | Valoria Loveland (D-16) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5323 1995–96 |
Private school busesA private school bus may display the words "school bus" above the front and rear windows of the bus. | Brad Owen (D-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5324 1995–96 |
School bus driver definedProvides a definition for a "school bus driver." | Dwight Pelz (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5327 1995–96 |
Attorney-client privilegeProvides that, in any criminal proceeding, the act of contacting or retaining an attorney shall not be admissible against any individual or entity unless such act is done for the purpose of committing a future crime. | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5328 1995–96 |
Juvenile probation/detentionJuvenile probation counselor and detention services are administered by the superior court unless the county legislative authority passes an ordinance that requires alternative administration of such services. | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5329 1995–96 |
Criminal prosecutions costsEffective July 1, 1996, cities are specifically charged a filing fee for every misdemeanor or gross misdemeanor filed by the city whether filed under city code or state statute. Also effective July 1, 1996, all persons... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |