Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by George Paris
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2250 1991–92 |
Campaign contribtn prohibtnsProhibits organizations, other than bona fide political parties, from making or receiving political contributions in specified situations. Provides that a candidate may not make loans to his or her political committee or be... | Arthur Broback (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 2256 1991–92 |
Testamentry addtns to trustsDeclares that the act applies to a will of a testator who dies after the effective date of this act. Declares a purpose to make uniform the law with respect to the states which have adopted the act. | Marlin Appelwick (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 2258 1991–92 |
Intrntl marketing centerRepeals RCW 43.131.329 and 43.131.330. | Helen Sommers (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 2273 1991–92 |
State Patrol retirement sysRevises effective dates for initial membership in the retirement system, and for the irrevocable election to transfer prior service to the system. | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 2280 1991–92 |
Public facilities constrctnAuthorizes local governments to contract with a person proposing a development to construct or improve public facilities off-site of the proposed development if the general public will benefit from the improvements. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 2285 1991–92 |
Ballot titlesAuthorizes the legislature to provide the ballot title for a bill or constitutional amendment which it proposes for adoption. Directs the attorney general to prepare a summary of the bills and amendments and specifies the... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 2288 1991–92 |
Revenue bonds issuanceProvides for the second phase of reforming the procedures by which local governments issue and sell revenue bonds, and repeals any conflicting separate procedures. | Roy Ferguson (R-48) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1025 1991–92 |
Growth management strategiesThe 1990 Growth Management Act (GMA) is modified and expanded. Who Must Plan: The classes of counties that are required to plan under the GMA are expanded to include any county with a population of 100,000 or more. | Maria Cantwell (D-44) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 32, Laws of 1991, 1st Special Session |
Jul 16, 1991 |
| HB 1907 1991–92 |
Local gov self-insuranceThe current statute governing local government self-insurance programs is repealed. The new act constitutes the sole authority for local governmental entities to self-insure property and liability risks and employee health and... | Dennis Dellwo (D-3) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 30, Laws of 1991, 1st Special Session |
Jul 11, 1991 |
| HB 1095 1991–92 |
Funds transfers to the UCCA new Article 4A, entitled Funds Transfers, is added to the state Uniform Commercial Code (UCC). Article 4A governs the rights and responsibilities of parties to a funds transfer executed by or through financial institutions... | Marlin Appelwick (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 21, Laws of 1991, 1st Special Session |
Jul 2, 1991 |
| HB 2242 1991–92 |
Property tax/homes for agingThe phase-in of taxation of homes for the aging is delayed by one year. For taxes collected in 1992, two-thirds of the assessed value of the home that would otherwise be taxable is exempt rather than one-third of the assessed value. | Arthur Wang (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 24, Laws of 1991, 1st Special Session |
Jul 2, 1991 |
| HB 1231 1991–92 |
1991-93 transportatn budgetThe state transportation agencies' Omnibus Capital and Operating Appropriations Act for the 1991-93 fiscal biennium is enacted. In addition to technical changes, the bill increases planning efforts for regional high capacity... | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 15, Laws of 1991, 1st Special Session |
Jun 30, 1991 |
| HB 1909 1991–92 |
Insurance company capitalThe capital and surplus requirements for admitted insurance companies are doubled. Surplus line brokers are also regulated regarding placement of insurance with foreign insurers, and increasing the minimum capital base of... | Dennis Dellwo (D-3) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 5, Laws of 1991, 1st Special Session |
Jun 30, 1991 |
| HB 2231 1991–92 |
Fire sprinkler contractorsThe surety bond requirement in the fire protection sprinkler system contractor licensing bill is repealed and replaced. A contractor licensed under this chapter is required to file a surety bond of $10,000 or $6,000 depending... | Paul Zellinsky (D-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 6, Laws of 1991, 1st Special Session |
Jun 30, 1991 |
| HB 1136 1991–92 |
Cosmetology regulationsThe definition of "board" is amended to include esthetics. The definition of "the practice of cosmetology" is amended to include cutting, trimming, styling, and shampooing hair, as well as manicuring and esthetics. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 324, Laws of 1991 |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 1268 1991–92 |
Retirement service creditThe provisions for earning service credit in PERS I and II, LEOFF II and TRS II are changed. The provisions defining "eligible position" in PERS I and II, LEOFF II and TRS II are changed. | Harriet Spanel (D-40) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 343, Laws of 1991 |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 1341 1991–92 |
Timber-dependent communitiesEconomic assistance is provided to timber-dependent communities, primarily in the areas of: financing infrastructure, exporting products from timber communities, and coordinating state services to timber communities. | Senator (D-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 314, Laws of 1991 |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 1357 1991–92 |
Public disclosure/tax infoDOR is provided specific guidelines on the type of taxpayer information to be released, and the circumstances under which the information may be released. Tax information may be disclosed in a judicial or administrative... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 330, Laws of 1991 |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 1467 1991–92 |
District court judgesThe minimum numbers of district court judges in three counties are increased as follows: King County from 24 to 26 judges; Pierce County from 8 to 11 judges; and Spokane County from 8 to 9 judges. | Ron Meyers (D-26) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 354, Laws of 1991 |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 1487 1991–92 |
Check cashers and sellersThose entities defined as a "check casher or seller" must meet certain licensing and regulatory requirements. The act does not apply to financial institutions or to other organizations that cash checks as a convenience, as a... | Dennis Dellwo (D-3) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 355, Laws of 1991 |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 1608 1991–92 |
Children's servicesThe Department of Social and Health Services is authorized to assess a representative sample of children in its care to determine the appropriate level of residential and treatment services needed. The department will submit... | June Leonard (D-11) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 326, Laws of 1991 |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 1821 1991–92 |
Fire protection sprinklr sysA person is guilty of a class C felony if he or she willfully and maliciously constructs, installs, or maintains a fire sprinkler system and knows that the system is inoperable. A person is also guilty of a class C felony if... | Ron Meyers (D-26) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 1881 1991–92 |
District court judgesAfter January 1, 1992, any changes in the number of district court judges will be determined by the weighted caseload analysis. The Supreme Court must develop and present to the Legislature by December 1, 1991, documentation... | Marlin Appelwick (D-46) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 313, Laws of 1991 |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 1886 1991–92 |
Vehicular crimes/drug evaltnPersons convicted of vehicular homicide or vehicular assault as a result of driving while under the influence of an intoxicating liquor or drug must be treated for alcohol or drug abuse if required as a result of a diagnostic exam. | Holly Myers (D-17) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 348, Laws of 1991 |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 1960 1991–92 |
Health professions practiceThe licensing authorities for the health professions are directed to issue temporary practice permits. This allows licensed individuals from other states to practice in Washington while their applications are being completed. | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 332, Laws of 1991 |
May 21, 1991 |