Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Debbie Regala
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6057 2007–08 |
Safety in state hospitalsFinds that the continuing number of assaults in state hospitals have made conditions for both patients and staff unacceptable. The legislature further finds that appropriate nurse staffing levels will result in improved... | Mark Schoesler (R-9) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 6067 2007–08 |
Voluntary retirement accountThe Washington Voluntary Retirement Accounts Program (WVRA) is created, subject to funding being specifically provided for it in the operating budget. The Director of the DRS is required to develop a plan for the WVRA and seek... | Steve Hobbs (D-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 6072 2007–08 |
High-capacity trans systemsDeclares that, as part of the proposition to support additional implementation phases of the regional transit authority's system and financing plan submitted to voters at the 2007 general election under RCW 81.112.030(10), the... | Jim Kastama (D-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 6114 2007–08 |
Autism task forceThe Caring for Washington Individuals with Autism Task Force is created to assist in implementing recommendations of the task force, evaluate ways to improve the delivery and coordination of autism services in the state,... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 6115 2007–08 |
Special edu safety net awardA state special education safety net oversight committee is established to be appointed by the Superintendent of Public Instruction (SPI). SPI must seek recommendations from specified associations and the Office of Financial... | Dale Brandland (R-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 6118 2007–08 |
Alternative health careEstablishes provisions for registration of complementary and alternative health care practitioners. | Darlene Fairley (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 6122 2007–08 |
Autism programThe Department of Health (DOH) will establish the regional centers for Washington individuals with autism program in targeted areas of the state. DOH will confer with the Caring for Washington Individuals with Autism Task... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 6131 2007–08 |
TRS plan 1 service creditAuthorizes members to purchase service credit under the teachers' retirement system plan 1 for military service. | Debbie Regala (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 6294 2007–08 |
Agency public recordsAny person incarcerated, detained in or committed to any state, local, or federal correctional facility, secure facility as defined in RCW 71.09, or any private facility contracting with any governmental entity, who is... | Jim Hargrove (D-24) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 6300 2007–08 |
Mercury-containing vaccinesA person cannot receive flu vaccine containing more than .1 microgram of mercury. When anyone is to be vaccinated with a product which contains added mercury or more than .1 microgram of mercury, they must be informed of the... | Eric Oemig (D-45) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5470 2007–08 |
Dissolution proceedingsIncludes provisions to support the courts' ability to screen for complex cases, assist pro-se litigants, reduce conflict, and provide safe visitation and exchange alternatives for children. | Jim Hargrove (D-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 496, Laws of 2007 |
May 15, 2007 |
| SB 5647 2007–08 |
Tourism promotionAllows lodging tax revenues to be used until June 30, 2013, for operations expenditures for tourism promotion as well as to market and operate special events and festivals. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 497, Laws of 2007 |
May 15, 2007 |
| SB 5882 2007–08 |
State heritage centerAuthorizes fees for the repayment of a certificate of participation (financing agreement) for the construction and maintenance of the Heritage Center and for various operating expenses. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 523, Laws of 2007 |
May 15, 2007 |
| SB 5101 2007–08 |
Higher edu tuition waiversExpands eligibility for state employee college tuition waivers to include public school teachers and certificated instructional staff who are holding or seeking an endorsement in a state-identified shortage area. | Steve Hobbs (D-44) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 461, Laws of 2007 |
May 14, 2007 |
| SB 5434 2007–08 |
Tangible personal propertyCodifies the Department of Revenue's tax policies regarding the Business and Occupation and retail sales taxation of products in import and export commerce. | Erik Poulsen (D-34) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 477, Laws of 2007 |
May 14, 2007 |
| SB 5037 2007–08 |
Cell phone use while drivingProhibits, with limited exceptions, the use of wireless communications devices while operating a motor vehicle unless used in conjunction with a hands-free device. | Tracey Eide (D-30) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 417, Laws of 2007 |
May 11, 2007 |
| SB 5317 2007–08 |
Child care safetyExpands the purpose of the Department of Early Learning (DEL) statutes to include providing information to promote the hiring of suitable providers of child care. | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 415, Laws of 2007 |
May 11, 2007 |
| SB 5097 2007–08 |
Safe school plansRequires school districts to adopt and implement safe school plans. | Phil Rockefeller (D-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 406, Laws of 2007 |
May 9, 2007 |
| SB 5627 2007–08 |
Basic education fundingCreates a Joint Task Force on Basic Education Finance (Task Force) composed of eight legislators, a chair and three public members appointed by the Governor, a representative of the Governor's Office or the Office of Financial... | Rosemary McAuliffe (D-1) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 399, Laws of 2007 |
May 9, 2007 |
| SB 5841 2007–08 |
Student learningExpands the goals of the Basic Education Act, including focusing on the educational achievement of students, high expectations for students, and preparation for the responsibilities of civic participation in a pluralistic society. | Steve Hobbs (D-44) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 400, Laws of 2007 |
May 9, 2007 |
| SB 5320 2007–08 |
Public guardianship officeCreates an Office of Public Guardianship within the Administrative Office of the Courts to provide guardianship services to low-income individuals who have been determined by a court to need the services of a guardian. | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 364, Laws of 2007 |
May 8, 2007 |
| SB 5498 2007–08 |
Local taxing districtsExcludes certain nonrecurring expenditures for the purposes of meeting the non-supplanting requirements of the 0.3 percent "public safety" optional tax for counties and the authority for multi-year lid lifts. | Debbie Regala (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 380, Laws of 2007 |
May 8, 2007 |
| SB 5718 2007–08 |
Sexual abuse of minorsCreates the following new crimes: Commercial Sexual Abuse of a Minor, Promoting Commercial Sexual Abuse of a Minor, Permitting Commercial Sexual Abuse of a Minor, and Promoting Travel for Commercial Sexual Abuse of a Minor. | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 368, Laws of 2007 |
May 8, 2007 |
| SB 6032 2007–08 |
Medical use of marijaunaAuthorizes law enforcement officers to obtain no more than a representative sample of a patient's marijuana when possessed in accordance with medical marijuana laws. | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 371, Laws of 2007 |
May 8, 2007 |
| SB 5552 2007–08 |
Discharges of oilIncreases the maximum amount of certain penalties and fees charged to individuals who unlawfully discharge oil into the waters of the state. | Phil Rockefeller (D-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 347, Laws of 2007 |
May 7, 2007 |