Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Senator
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5740 2013–14 |
Nonprofit religious orgsAddresses property tax exemptions for property owned by nonprofit religious organizations. | Annette Cleveland (D-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 2014 |
| SB 5745 2013–14 |
County treasurersAuthorizes a county treasurer to: (1) Provide treasury management services for a state department or agency or other municipal corporation not currently prescribed in law by entering into an intergovernmental service... | Senator (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 2014 |
| SB 5782 2013–14 |
Unmanned aerial vehiclesIt is the intent of the Legislature to provide clear standards for the lawful use of unmanned aerial vehicles by state and local jurisdictions. Prohibition. | Maralyn Chase (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 2014 |
| SB 5805 2013–14 |
Projects/econ devel & transPrivate development projects that invest in the basic commodities of transportation, energy development, conservation, or efficiency may be designated as projects of statewide significance. Job creation requirements are... | Steve Hobbs (D-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 13, 2014 |
| SB 5813 2013–14 |
Youth programs/ag fairsThe bill as referred to committee not considered. | Mike Hewitt (R-16) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 2014 |
| SB 5818 2013–14 |
K-12 career educationRequires the office of the superintendent of public instruction to: (1) Develop a standard template for the high school and beyond plan required for high school graduation; and (2) Establish criteria and an award or... | Senator (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 2014 |
| SB 5841 2013–14 |
Vehicle license feesChanges the distribution of proceeds from vehicle license fees and renewal vehicle license fees. | Senator (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 2014 |
| SB 5845 2013–14 |
Attorney compensationEstablishes the professional compensation parity act. Requires attorneys and law firms to charge an indigent person a fee for services that is based upon a sliding fee schedule for determination of discounts from charges for... | Senator (R-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 2014 |
| SB 5869 2013–14 |
Legislation w/fiscal impactsRequires an expiration date on any enactment of the legislature with a fiscal note indicating a fiscal impact unless specific funding is provided in an appropriation. | Don Benton (R-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 2014 |
| SB 5885 2013–14 |
Instruction/Spanish, ChineseCreates a Spanish and Chinese language instruction pilot program in which a maximum of two school districts may participate. Requires each school district to provide a world language program in elementary schools that provides... | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 2014 |
| SB 5907 2013–14 |
State recreational landsRequires the department of natural resources and the department of fish and wildlife to: (1) Ensure no net loss of public recreational opportunities on department-managed lands; and (2) Open, reopen, or provide additional... | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 2014 |
| SB 5909 2013–14 |
STEM education and the artsExpands STEM education to include the arts. | Rosemary McAuliffe (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 2014 |
| SB 5927 2013–14 |
Discrimination-free commerceAddresses the state civil rights act with regard to the right to engage in commerce free from discrimination. | Senator (R-8) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 2014 |
| SB 5980 2013–14 |
Physician quality improvemntThe Commission must establish a quality improvement program to address deficits or concerns in practice that do not constitute unprofessional conduct and do not pose a threat to patient safety. | Annette Cleveland (D-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 2014 |
| SB 5679 2013–14 |
Agency rule review processRequires the departments of Ecology, Labor and Industries, and Health to establish a formal review process of existing rules. | Senator (R-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 30, Laws of 2013, 2nd Special Session |
Jul 3, 2013 |
| SB 5296 2013–14 |
Model toxics control actAmends the Model Toxics Control Act's authorized uses of funds in the State Toxics Control Account and the Local Toxics Control Account, effective July 1, 2013. | Doug Ericksen (R-42) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 1, Laws of 2013, 2nd Special Session |
Jun 14, 2013 |
| SB 5099 2013–14 |
Publicly owned vehicles/fuelDirects the Department of Commerce (Department) to convene an advisory committee of representatives of local government subdivisions and local government organizations to work with the Department to develop rules relating to... | Senator (R-18) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 328, Laws of 2013 |
May 21, 2013 |
| SB 5343 2013–14 |
Higher ed students/militaryRequires institutions of higher education to provide make-up classes, exams, or other make-up events to National Guard members or other military reservists called to active duty or training for 30 days or less without... | Barbara Bailey (R-10) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 271, Laws of 2013 |
May 16, 2013 |
| SB 5399 2013–14 |
Growth mgmt act/penaltiesProhibits state entities from determining counties, cities, and towns meeting specified criteria to be ineligible or otherwise penalized in the acceptance of applications or the awarding of state agency grants during a period... | Bruce Dammeier (R-25) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 275, Laws of 2013 |
May 16, 2013 |
| SB 5491 2013–14 |
Educational healthEstablishes six statewide indicators of educational system health, such as student achievement on state assessments, graduation rates, and post-graduation education and employment. | Rosemary McAuliffe (D-1) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 282, Laws of 2013 |
May 16, 2013 |
| SB 5507 2013–14 |
Candidate and measure donorsRequires that a statement including the Public Disclosure Commission's website be included in a prominent position within the voters' pamphlet. | Andy Billig (D-3) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 283, Laws of 2013 |
May 16, 2013 |
| SB 5315 2013–14 |
Powell fatality teamRequires the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) to make a concerted effort to consult with law enforcement and communicate the results of the consultation with the courts if a parent or sibling is identified as a... | Senator (R-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 254, Laws of 2013 |
May 15, 2013 |
| SB 5282 2013–14 |
Involuntary commitment infoRequires the Department of Licensing to convene a work group to develop a proposal for the consolidation of statewide involuntary commitment data. | Mike Carrell (R-28) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 216, Laws of 2013 |
May 10, 2013 |
| SB 5095 2013–14 |
Motor vehicle operationAllows drivers to provide proof of insurance and the vehicle's registration certificate in an electronic format. | Pam Roach (R-31) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 157, Laws of 2013 |
May 7, 2013 |
| SB 5701 2013–14 |
Educator tests/fraudulencePermits the Professional Educator Standards Board (PESB) to submit a complaint to the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) alleging the grounds and factual basis under which a certificated school... | Senator (R-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 163, Laws of 2013 |
May 7, 2013 |