All bills
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 1342 1995–96 |
Parks renewal/stewardshp accThe trust land purchase account is eliminated and the parks renewal and stewardship account is created. All State Park revenue, including user fees, leases, and concessions are deposited into the renewal and stewardship account. | Stephen Fuhrman (R-7) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 211, Laws of 1995 |
May 3, 1995 |
| HB 1517 1995–96 |
Loc gov/federl & privt fundsCounties, cities, towns and public corporations are authorized to engage in federally guaranteed "conduit financings". More specifically, these entities may: * issue federally guaranteed notes under Section 108 of the Housing... | Les Thomas (R-31) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 212, Laws of 1995 |
May 3, 1995 |
| HB 1583 1995–96 |
WhistleblowersIf a local government fails to adopt procedures for reporting improper governmental activity, an employee may report alleged improper governmental action directly to the county prosecuting attorney. If the county prosecuting... | Les Thomas (R-31) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 213, Laws of 1995 |
May 3, 1995 |
| HB 2036 1995–96 |
Consumr credt unemplymnt insA person may obtain information related to processing a credit casualty insurance request without being a licensed agent or broker. The commissioner may issue a limited license to allow transaction of credit casualty insurance. | Les Thomas (R-31) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 214, Laws of 1995 |
May 3, 1995 |
| SB 5012 1995–96 |
Fishery license transfer feeThe commercial fishing license transfer fee is reduced from three and one-half times the resident renewal fee to $50. | Sid Snyder (D-19) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 228, Laws of 1995 |
May 3, 1995 |
| SB 5017 1995–96 |
Commercial fishery licensesIf the Department of Fish and Wildlife does not allow a commercial fishing season during a license year, the department may either waive the license fee for a commercial fishery or may refund the commercial fishery license fee... | Sid Snyder (D-19) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 227, Laws of 1995 |
May 3, 1995 |
| SB 5084 1995–96 |
Commute trip reductionThe Director of the Department of General Administration may unilaterally establish equitable and consistent parking fees, which must be deposited into the state vehicle parking account, previously named the capitol vehicle... | Kathleen Drew (D-5) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 215, Laws of 1995 |
May 3, 1995 |
| SB 5088 1995–96 |
Sexually violent predatorsComprehensive revisions are made to the sexually violent predator statute to reflect concerns expressed in recent court decisions; in addition, the operation of the statute is clarified. The definition of a sexual predator is... | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 216, Laws of 1995 |
May 3, 1995 |
| SB 5287 1995–96 |
School loan forgivenessWashington students who participate in the Professional Student Exchange Program and enroll in out-of-state programs (optometry and osteopathy) not offered in Washington receive tuition assistance in the form of loans that may... | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 217, Laws of 1995 |
May 3, 1995 |
| SB 5342 1995–96 |
Natural resourcs impact areaThe Timber Team is renamed the Rural Community Assistance Team. The team and its assistance programs are reauthorized with the following modifications: 1. | Sid Snyder (D-19) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 226, Laws of 1995 |
May 3, 1995 |
| SB 5397 1995–96 |
Asbestos certificationIn accordance with federal mandate, inspectors conducting "Good Faith Survey" inspections of construction projects, are required to have federally-recognized accreditation. Certified contractors and supervisors are required... | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 218, Laws of 1995 |
May 3, 1995 |
| SB 5445 1995–96 |
Abandoned vehiclesDue process concerns are eliminated by removing the provision that suspends a license for failure to redeem an abandoned vehicle, and replacing it with the requirement that the issue be adjudicated prior to the issuance or... | Brad Owen (D-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 219, Laws of 1995 |
May 3, 1995 |
| SB 5503 1995–96 |
Temporary worker housingThe Department of Health is designated as the single state agency responsible for encouraging the development of temporary worker housing. Temporary worker housing on rural worksites is declared a permitted use for zoning... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 220, Laws of 1995 |
May 3, 1995 |
| SB 5523 1995–96 |
Criminal defendants' costsCosts of incarceration may not exceed $50 per day. Other court-ordered financial obligations take precedence over the payment of the cost of incarceration. | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 221, Laws of 1995 |
May 3, 1995 |
| SB 5537 1995–96 |
Teacher preparation programsBasic Skills Test : The requirements for admission to teacher preparation programs are changed. Applicants are no longer required to have at least the statewide median score on a general achievement test. | Rosemary McAuliffe (D-1) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 222, Laws of 1995 |
May 3, 1995 |
| SB 5662 1995–96 |
Metals mining and millingThe dual responsibility of the Department of Ecology and the Department of Natural Resources is clarified, and the responsibility for performance security bonds is given exclusively to the Department of Ecology. The... | Brad Owen (D-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 223, Laws of 1995 |
May 3, 1995 |
| SB 5718 1995–96 |
Fund-raising/fish & wildlifeThe Director of the Department of Fish and Wildlife may enter into agreements with any nonprofit volunteer group, including regional fish enhancements and volunteer cooperative fish and wildlife enhancement groups. The... | Kathleen Drew (D-5) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 224, Laws of 1995 |
May 3, 1995 |
| SB 5962 1995–96 |
Dairy productsThe Department of Agriculture is directed to develop a proposal to impose a civil penalty that would be in lieu of a degrade. In developing a proposal, the department must consult with the federal Food and Drug Administration... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 225, Laws of 1995 |
May 3, 1995 |
| HB 1058 1995–96 |
Liquor vendors' appealsLiquor vendors who are appointed by the Liquor Control Board to sell liquor in communities where no state liquor store exists are no longer subject to the state civil service system and the rules of the state Personnel Resources Board. | Jim Horn (R-41) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 163, Laws of 1995 |
May 1, 1995 |
| HB 1064 1995–96 |
Public works/residentl emplyResidency requirements for employees on public works contracts are repealed. A cross-reference to the repealed requirements is deleted. | Mike Padden (R-4) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 164, Laws of 1995 |
May 1, 1995 |
| HB 1067 1995–96 |
Property tax/hardwood treesShort-rotation hardwoods are exempt from the timber excise tax and subject to property tax. Short-rotation hardwoods are hardwood trees, such as hybrid cottonwoods, cultivated by agricultural methods in growing cycles shorter... | Mark Schoesler (R-9) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 165, Laws of 1995 |
May 1, 1995 |
| HB 1076 1995–96 |
IAC outdoor recrtn accountngTwo new accounts are created in the state treasury for the purpose of segregating IAC grant programs and revenues for accounting purposes. A new Recreation Resource Account is created to receive revenues from a portion of the... | Barry Sehlin (R-10) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 166, Laws of 1995 |
May 1, 1995 |
| HB 1081 1995–96 |
Felons' additional crimesThe court is authorized to require that the conditions of community supervision imposed with a second or later sentence begin immediately, and continue throughout the duration of the consecutive term. The violation of these... | Renee Radcliff (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 167, Laws of 1995 |
May 1, 1995 |
| HB 1176 1995–96 |
Benton county district courtThe striking amendment authorizes an additional district court judge for Benton County, increasing the number of district court judges in the county from two to three. Douglas County is authorized to have one district court judge. | Jerome Delvin (R-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 168, Laws of 1995 |
May 1, 1995 |
| HB 1189 1995–96 |
Crim history informtn dissemEmployer Requested Background Checks : Employers may request background checks from the Washington State Patrol electronically as well as in writing. Fingerprint Identification Account : All receipts from incremental charges... | Eric Robertson (R-31) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 169, Laws of 1995 |
May 1, 1995 |