Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Rosa Franklin
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5617 2005–06 |
LEOFFRS retire rehireA retiree of LEOFF 2 who becomes employed in a position that is eligible for membership in one of the other Washington State retirement systems may become a member of his or her new position's retirement plan and earn a second... | Linda Evans Parlette (R-12) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5637 2005–06 |
Health insurance coverageOn a quarterly basis, any employer with 50 or more employees must pay a fee to the Department of Employment Security. The fee will be based on a rate established by the administrator of the Health Care Authority reflecting the... | Karen Keiser (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5646 2005–06 |
Concealment of pblc hazards"Public hazard" is defined as a condition, product, or practice that is reasonably likely to cause harm to others if not publicly disclosed. In determining whether a confidentiality provision is valid and enforceable, the... | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5647 2005–06 |
Immigration law enforcementAll Washington peace officers must refrain from enforcing federal civil immigration laws. They may not single out individuals for legal scrutiny or enforcement activity based solely on country of origin, religion, ethnicity,... | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5648 2005–06 |
Immigration status inquiryWashington law enforcement officers and agencies must not inquire about the immigration status of crime victims, witnesses, or others approaching the officers for assistance. Other officers or agencies that provide safety... | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5656 2005–06 |
DenturistsHealth carriers must allow denturists to participate in any preferred provider network to the same extent, and under the same terms and conditions, as a dentist. Health care service contractors or health maintenance... | Pat Thibaudeau (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5722 2005–06 |
Small business assist progThe small business assist program is established within the Health Care Authority. One component of the program will allow certain small employers, no later than January 1, 2007, to enroll themselves, their employees, and... | Karen Keiser (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5735 2005–06 |
Public disclosureThe attorney-client privilege is codified as an exemption in the PDA statutes such that the following are exempt from public disclosure: records reflecting communications transmitted in confidence between a public official or... | Lisa Brown (D-3) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5751 2005–06 |
Worksite health promotionThe Health Care Authority (HCA) is directed to create a worksite health promotion program to promote improved awareness of health issues increase state employee involvement in health care decision making. | Lisa Brown (D-3) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5757 2005–06 |
Edu staff associate positionBeginning in the 2005-06 school year, for occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, audiologists, nurses, social workers, counselors, and psychologists, the state salary allocation schedule... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5769 2005–06 |
Property tax leviesAmends RCW 84.55.050 relating to requirements for voter-approved regular property tax levies. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5777 2005–06 |
Offshoring of workServices performed under certain state contracts, or under subcontracts awarded under such contracts, may not be performed at locations outside the United States. This prohibition applies to state personal services, purchased... | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5785 2005–06 |
Medical malpractice insA new program is created to provide supplemental medical malpractice insurance coverage for health care providers and facilities. The program pays qualified claims and defense costs, within limits, after January 1, 2005. | Darlene Fairley (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5786 2005–06 |
School leviesCounties are authorized to impose a permanent regular property tax levy for the maintenance and operation of schools upon a majority vote of the people. The maximum levy rate is $0.75 per $1,000 of assessed value. | Brian Weinstein (D-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5799 2005–06 |
Payment of providersThe Department of Social and Health Services must pay providers who are not compensated by consumers in a timely fashion. The department must take such steps as may be necessary to collect the debt from the consumer. | Karen Keiser (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5800 2005–06 |
Home care workers'The residential addresses or residential telephone numbers of individual provider home care workers contained in: (1) any public agency's personnel records, public employment related records, or volunteer rosters; or (2) that... | Debbie Regala (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5842 2005–06 |
Retrospective ratingThe following funds must be used to administer a retrospective rating group's (group) program or be retained as reserves to meet any future assessments: (1) enrollment fees and other payments made by the group's members to... | Mark Doumit (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5861 2005–06 |
Health insurance marketRecognizes that to stabilize the health insurance market and reduce the number of uninsured people in Washington state, health insurance premiums need to be lower. An uncertain market due to the uncompensated care needs of... | Karen Keiser (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5865 2005–06 |
Fire department employeesRequires every fire department to include service delivery objectives in the written statement or policy required under this act. | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5877 2005–06 |
PERS armed forces membersThe global war on terrorism, including but not limited to Operations Noble Eagle, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom, is added to list of conflicts for which PERS 1 members may receive military credit and other veterans' benefits. | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5879 2005–06 |
Gambling ballot measuresPersons not registered to vote in Washington and corporations or other entities not doing business in Washington and not subject to the jurisdiction of the Gambling Commission or the Horse Racing Commission who, if they did... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5880 2005–06 |
Private youth coachesDeclares that: (1) The safety, health, and welfare of children and families of this state would benefit by the establishment of a uniform registration and disclosure system for all persons privately engaging in the business of... | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5888 2005–06 |
State health insurance poolWSHIP is made explicitly subject to the Open Public Meetings Act. In establishing rates for WSHIP, the WSHIP board in to work in consultation with the Insurance Commissioner. | Pat Thibaudeau (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5908 2005–06 |
Streamlined sales & use taxProvisions are included that would allow the state to conform fully to the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement. Sellers are authorized to designate an agent to register the seller with the state, if not already registered. | Debbie Regala (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5973 2005–06 |
Sales and use tax on candyRequires the department of revenue to deposit twenty-five one-hundredths of one percent of the revenues collected under chapters 82.08 and 82.12 RCW into the county public health account in RCW 70.05.125. Takes effect August 1, 2005. | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |