Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Janice Niemi
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6241 1993–94 |
Health benef/seasonal workrsThe current statutory definition of seasonal employee and the exclusion of seasonal employees and their employers from mandatory participation in health care reform are all repealed. The Washington Health Services Commission... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6365 1993–94 |
Speech pathologists/audiologStrengthens existing regulation of persons offering speech-language and hearing service to the public. Creates the state board of speech-language pathology and audiology. Directs the board to adopt rules relating to standards... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6454 1993–94 |
Pilotage tariffsThe Legislature finds that to ensure the continuance of viable pilotage services in Grays Harbor, the creation of a system for combining and apportioning the revenues of the Grays Harbor and Puget Sound Pilotage Districts is necessary. | Sid Snyder (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6464 1993–94 |
Public works contractsThe contracting process is given more room for discretionary decision-making. The contractor's option to have the public entity retain part of the contract amount in lieu of bond is broadened by 400 percent to contracts of $100,000. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6508 1993–94 |
Injunction bonds waiverAuthorizes courts to waive injunction bonds if a person's health or life is jeopardized. | Adam Smith (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6567 1993–94 |
Nonprofit youth org sales txExempts personal services as specified in RCW 82.04.050(3) by a nonprofit youth organization or by a government agency. | Brad Owen (D-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5474 1993–94 |
DiscriminationThe definitions of discrimination are revised by deleting the term "handicap" and substituting "disability or the use of guide dogs by disabled persons." The maximum penalty for humiliation and mental suffering is increased... | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 510, Laws of 1993 |
May 18, 1993 |
| SB 5584 1993–94 |
Housing policy actThe Washington Housing Policy Act is established. | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 478, Laws of 1993 |
May 17, 1993 |
| SB 5380 1993–94 |
WSP collective bargainingThe mediation and fact-finding provisions applicable to the State Patrol under the PECBA are repealed. The mediation and arbitration provisions of the PECBA, generally applicable to "uniform personnel," are also made... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 351, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| SB 5508 1993–94 |
Child dependency/supportIn placing a child in foster care, a determination of the parent(s) child support obligation(s) is required in such a manner so as not to interfere with reunification efforts. The standard child support schedule does not apply... | Jim Hargrove (D-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 358, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| SB 5635 1993–94 |
Health profession disciplineAll health professional disciplinary authorities are forbidden from including the address of a credential holder on any written communication with persons filing a complaint against a credential holder. | Janice Niemi (D-43) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 360, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| SB 5844 1993–94 |
At-risk children/volunteersA collaborative program permits a volunteer organization and individual to assist a public agency in attending to at-risk children. The center establishes guidelines for the collaborative programs. | Rosemary McAuliffe (D-1) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 365, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| SB 5837 1993–94 |
Government financingGovernmental entities are authorized to enter into a payment agreement in connection with specific obligations for the purpose of managing or reducing exposure to fluctuations or levels of interest rates. | Kevin Quigley (D-39) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 273, Laws of 1993 |
May 7, 1993 |
| SB 5205 1993–94 |
Infant/child mortality ratesLocal health departments are authorized to conduct child mortality reviews for all deaths of children under age 18. The records and reports used for the reviews remain confidential and may not be discovered in any legal proceedings. | R. Lorraine Wojahn (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 41, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 19, 1993 |
| SB 5937 1993–94 |
Seven percent debt limitatnThe general exclusion of reimbursable bonds from the statutory 7 percent debt limit is eliminated. The effect of the change is proactive and does not affect any current bond covenants. | Kevin Quigley (D-39) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 52, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 19, 1993 |
| SB 5362 1993–94 |
Public hazards court proceedPublic hazards are defined as matters other than services by licensed professionals having a probable future adverse effect on public health and safety. All relevant judicial discovery materials are available to the public... | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 17, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 12, 1993 |
| SB 5401 1993–94 |
Political telemarketingPersons who engage in political telemarketing are required to disclose the sponsor's name and a statement indicating the candidate on whose behalf the advertising is being done. Telemarketing means a non-random, organized... | Kevin Quigley (D-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 15, 1993 |
| SB 6284 1991–92 |
Budget stabilization accountThe Legislature finds that state revenues have fallen below previous projections. A total of $160 million from the budget stabilization account is appropriated to the general fund to provide for the continuation of agency programs. | Dan McDonald (R-48) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 236, Laws of 1992 |
Apr 2, 1992 |
| SB 6285 1991–92 |
Higher ed tuition/fee waivrsAll tuition waiver and exemption programs are made permissive and variable. Institutions are allowed the option of granting waivers under any particular statutory waiver program and they are allowed to grant partial tuition... | Dan McDonald (R-48) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 231, Laws of 1992 |
Apr 2, 1992 |
| SB 6286 1991–92 |
Pension contribution ratesFrom September 1, 1992, through June 30, 1993, the employer contribution rates for PERS, TRS and LEOFF are lowered and the WSP contribution rate is raised. | Dan McDonald (R-48) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 239, Laws of 1992 |
Apr 2, 1992 |
| SB 6319 1991–92 |
Mental illness/placementEastern and Western State Hospitals are intended to become clinical centers for handling the most complicated long-term care needs of patients with a primary diagnosis of mental illness. Over time, their involvement in... | Janice Niemi (D-43) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 230, Laws of 1992 |
Apr 2, 1992 |
| SB 6296 1991–92 |
Infant mortality reviewsAll medical records, reports, statements, documents or summaries or analyses of such information used for the purpose of infant mortality reviews are confidential as to the identity of the infant and the infant's parents. | James West (R-6) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 179, Laws of 1992 |
Apr 1, 1992 |
| SB 5092 1991–92 |
Employe benefits/active dutyIn Plan II of the state's retirement systems, a member who leaves covered employment to enter the U.S. armed forces is entitled to retirement service credit for up to four years of military service. | Pam Roach (R-31) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 119, Laws of 1992 |
Mar 31, 1992 |
| SB 6146 1991–92 |
Public works projectsForty-six project loans recommended by the Public Works Board are authorized. The total cost of these loans is $43,678,008. | Dan McDonald (R-48) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
Mar 31, 1992 |
| SB 5465 1991–92 |
Pharmacy assistant ratioPharmacies located in nursing homes or who provide services to patients in nursing homes are permitted to allow three level A pharmacy assistants to be under the supervision of one licensed pharmacist. Pharmacies providing... | James West (R-6) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 40, Laws of 1992 |
Mar 26, 1992 |