All bills
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 1096 1991–92 |
Smoke detection devicesThe state fire protection law is amended so the replacement of batteries for smoke detection devices are the responsibility of the tenant. The fine for failing to install or maintain a smoke detection device is increased from... | Shirley Winsley (R-28) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 154, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1105 1991–92 |
Exempt property/executionWhen any state attempts to collect an income tax on pension or retirement benefits paid to a former resident of that state who is now a Washington resident, the retirement income and all other property in this state owned by... | Evan Jones (D-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 123, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1139 1991–92 |
Continuing education creditThe State Board of Education rules for continuing education shall provide that educational staff associates may use credits or clock hours that satisfy the continuing education requirements for their state professional... | Wilson Peery (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 155, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1196 1991–92 |
Center environ/molecular sciBy November 1, 1991 Washington State University will submit a proposal to the Higher Education Coordinating Board. The proposal will describe a long-term development plan for a Center for Environmental and Molecular Sciences... | Lane Bray (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 156, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1208 1991–92 |
Forest fire suppresson cmpctThe Interstate Forest Fire Suppression Compact is enacted. The compact becomes valid when any two of the three states of Washington, Idaho and Oregon have enacted the compact into law. | Jennifer Belcher (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 131, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1265 1991–92 |
Dedications/subdivisionsEasements established by a dedication are property rights that cannot be extinguished or altered without the approval of the easement owners, unless the document creating the easement provides otherwise. | Georgette Valle (D-34) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 132, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1274 1991–92 |
Street utilitiesTechnical changes are made to clarify that revenues generated by a street utility are eligible to be pledged for bonds. Technical changes are made to ensure compliance with constitutional doctrine. | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 141, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1287 1991–92 |
Adoption provisions revisnsConsent forms will contain a statement stating whether the child to be adopted is Native American or an Alaska native. Adoption facilitators will submit sworn statements documenting how they determined whether the federal... | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 136, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1312 1991–92 |
Campaign contribution reprtsSpecial reports regarding contributions made or received during the special reporting period before a primary or general election now expressly apply to contributions received during this period by a candidate or political... | Arthur Wang (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 157, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1401 1991–92 |
Taxpayers' rights/responsbltTaxpayers have a right to be treated fairly and equitably, including: 1) The right to a written statement explaining the basis for tax deficiencies, interest, and penalties; 2) The right to rely on written advice from the... | Arthur Wang (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 142, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1586 1991–92 |
Continuing care retirmnt comRehabilitation facilities are subject to certificate of need requirements. Continuing care retirement communities no longer require a certificate of need review. | Duane Sommers (R-6) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 158, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1721 1991–92 |
Judicial retirement systemA judge who was a member of either the Judges' or Judicial Retirement System, or the surviving spouse of such a judge, may apply for and receive a refund of the judge's contributions to the system if: (1) the judge left the... | Fred May (R-41) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 159, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1771 1991–92 |
Transportation facilitiesThe transportation modes which a first class city may operate beyond its corporate boundaries but within the county in which the city is located are limited to railways. Extended to first class cities operating such railways... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 124, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1777 1991–92 |
New prison constructionThe public works laws are temporarily amended to expedite the prison construction process to provide concurrent preparation of design plans, specifications and competitive bidding of construction contracts. | Helen Sommers (D-36) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 130, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1852 1991–92 |
Fire services fund/fireworksLicense fees for the sale, manufacture, importation and display of fireworks are increased. Manufacturer license fees are increased from $500 to $2,000. | Arthur Wang (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 135, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1861 1991–92 |
Osteopathic medicine/surgeryThe Osteopathic Medicine Practice Act is updated generally, including references to the transfer of the regulatory program to the Department of Health, correction of internal statutory references, and the elimination of... | Betty Morris (D-18) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 160, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1878 1991–92 |
Dealers' plates requirementsThe Department of Licensing (DOL) shall not issue a dealer plate to any vehicle dealer selling fewer than five vehicles annually. DOL shall limit the number of dealer plates to 6 percent of the vehicles sold during the... | David Cooper (D-18) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 140, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1883 1991–92 |
GasoholThe motor vehicle fuel tax exemption is continued until December 31, 1999. Motor fuels with ethanol may be marketed if the resultant blend meets applicable fuel standards. | Ron Meyers (D-26) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 145, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1931 1991–92 |
Nonprofit raffle limitsTaxes may be imposed on raffles only on net receipts exceeding $10,000. | Jean Marie Brough (R-30) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 161, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1955 1991–92 |
Misbranded/adulterated foodThe director is empowered to impose civil penalties up to $1000 per violation per day for violations of the Uniform Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. The director may embargo an article under the act for being adulterated or... | Margaret Rayburn (D-15) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 162, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1957 1991–92 |
Food processing plant liscngLicensing Requirements : The types of facilities which must be licensed for operation under the Food Processing Act are broadened to include both food processing facilities which transfer products to another company location... | Margaret Rayburn (D-15) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 137, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1991 1991–92 |
Vehicle size/weight rstrctnsState law is brought into compliance with federal regulations governing specialized equipment by: (1) exempting auto and boat transporters from the state's 15-foot vehicle overhang restriction; and (2) authorizing a... | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 143, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1995 1991–92 |
Nonpowered vehicle equipmentConverter gear and tow bars are exempt from Washington's vehicle registration and licensing requirements. Converter gears are no longer considered apportioned vehicles for the purposes of prorate. | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 163, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 2005 1991–92 |
Freight brokers/forwardersA bond or deposit of security in a minimum amount of $5,000, as determined by the Utilities and Transportation Commission (UTC), is established for brokers or forwarders engaged in intrastate commerce. An interstate broker or... | Evan Jones (D-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 146, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 2027 1991–92 |
Student tuition refundFor the purposes of this legislation, the term "eligible student" is defined. An eligible student must meet three conditions. | Clyde Ballard (R-12) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 164, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |