Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Georgia Gardner
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5079 2001–02 |
Motor vehicle excise taxReferences to the motor vehicle excise tax are removed from several statutes in Titles 46 and 82. Second Substitute Bill Compared to Original Bill: This bill is a technical correction bill eliminating references to the motor... | Georgia Gardner (D-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 5091 2001–02 |
Ferry queuesIt is a traffic infraction for a driver of a motor vehicle intending to board a Washington State ferry to: (1) block a residential driveway while waiting to board the ferry; or (2) move in front of another vehicle in a queue... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 5113 2001–02 |
Motorized scootersRegulations regarding motorized foot scooters are created. A driver's license is not required to operate a motorized foot scooter. | Jeralita "Jeri" Costa (D-38) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 5528 2001–02 |
Schools/bullyingEach school district must adopt a specific policy prohibiting harassment, intimidation, or bullying of students that contains minimum specified provisions. The policy must be submitted to the Office of the Superintendent of... | Rosemary McAuliffe (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 5610 2001–02 |
Traffic safety cameras$ Rules are developed for use of traffic safety cameras by law enforcement. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 5873 2001–02 |
Day labor limits/inflationThe bid limits of a first class city with a population over 150,000 are raised to $70,000, or $90,000 after January 1, 2010, for a public works project if more than a single craft or trade is involved and to $35,000, or... | Julia Patterson (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 5963 2001–02 |
Juvenile offender parentingThe Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) must establish a program of birth coaching for juvenile offenders who are pregnant. This program educates pregnant offenders about pregnancy, the medical monitoring they will... | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6263 2001–02 |
Modeling/ theatrical agncsIndividual persons who charge up front fees for modeling or theatrical employment services are no longer considered to be employment agencies. If a modeling or theatrical agency charges a fee for a service, the agency must... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6294 2001–02 |
Sex offender comm notificatnThe sheriff may produce level III community notification flyers in languages other than English upon request. | Senator (D-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6386 2001–02 |
School district electionsStatutes are amended to provide for a simple majority of voters to approve the incurring of debt by school districts. Statutes are amended to provide for a simple majority of voters to authorize general obligation bonds by... | Tracey Eide (D-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6399 2001–02 |
Driving recordsAn abstract provided to an employer must include a list of motor vehicle accidents in which the person was driving and received a citation for the accident. | Rosemary McAuliffe (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6403 2001–02 |
Collective bargaining/U. W.Legislative intent related to cooperative labor relations, the importance of shared governance, and the university's authority in administration and admissions is stated. | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6413 2001–02 |
Credit cards/late paymentNo late fees may be assessed against a new account's initial invoice until the account is 45 days overdue. When assessing late fees, credit card and retail credit issuers must make reasonable allowances for disruption to the... | Georgia Gardner (D-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6472 2001–02 |
Business & professions actUniform disciplinary regulations are established for all businesses and professions regulated by the Department of Licensing. "Disciplinary authorities" are defined as boards, commissions, or the director. | Georgia Gardner (D-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6493 2001–02 |
Driving record abstractsTransit authorities or their agents can request certified abstracts of full driving records for prospective vanpool drivers for insurance and risk management purposes. It is unlawful to use the abstract information for any... | Georgia Gardner (D-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6516 2001–02 |
Self-insurersA self-insurer must pay an award of no more than $10,000 to a claimant who suffers damages resulting from the self-insurer's unreasonable delay or refusal to pay benefits. The Director of Labor and Industries must issue an... | Debbie Regala (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6527 2001–02 |
Solicitation license/permitAs part of the license application process, the Office of the Insurance Commissioner requires fingerprints from agents, brokers, solicitors, surplus line brokers, those in the business of financing insurance premiums, and... | Karen Keiser (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6532 2001–02 |
Business subsidy disclosureBusinesses receiving specified tax incentives are required to report on net job creation and wage rates with the Department of Revenue (DOR) by March 1 of each year. Information reported is subject to public disclosure. | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6569 2001–02 |
Green lanesThe Department of Transportation and local authorities may designate any portion of any highway in their jurisdictions or any HOV lane as a green lane when this designation increases efficiency, aids in the conservation of... | Bill Finkbeiner (R-45) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6623 2001–02 |
Consumer mortgage lendingA legislative joint task force is appointed to review the adequacy of notice requirements in mortgage lending and methods to encourage greater participation by prime lenders in low and moderate-income mortgage lending. | Georgia Gardner (D-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6632 2001–02 |
International tradeA permanent legislative committee on globalization and trade agreements is created. The President of the Senate appoints four senators and the Speaker of the House appoints four representatives from the Legislature. | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6663 2001–02 |
Vehicle impoundmentWhen a vehicle is impounded, the impounding tow operator must notify the legal and registered owner by telephone and first-class mail within 24 hours of the impoundment. The owners of any other items of personal property... | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6706 2001–02 |
Public hearings/initiativesThe Secretary of State must hold public hearings on initiative measures that have been certified to the general election ballot by the Secretary of State. The hearings must be held from 45 to 15 days before the general election. | Dan Swecker (R-20) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6754 2001–02 |
Unemployment benefitsMaximum unemployment insurance benefits are extended for workers who are unemployed due to a lockout. Benefits are payable until the lockout is terminated or until the worker has received 60 weeks of benefits, whichever occurs first. | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 2002 |
| SB 6649 2001–02 |
Local transportation fundingA city or town may own, operate, and preserve all or a portion of its streets as a separate enterprise and facility, known as a street utility. The legislative authority of the city or town may include as a part of the street... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 12, 2002 |