All bills
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5968 1997–98 |
Electric-assisted bicyclesElectric bicycles are defined as bicycles fully operative with pedals, but also having an electric motor capable of propelling the bike not more than 20 miles per hour. Electric bicycles are exempt from vehicle registration... | Pat Thibaudeau (D-43) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 328, Laws of 1997 |
May 12, 1997 |
| SB 5991 1997–98 |
Quality awards councilThe council becomes its own private nonprofit corporation separate from the Quality for Washington State Foundation. The Secretary of State's Office provides limited staff assistance. | Jim Horn (R-41) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 329, Laws of 1997 |
May 12, 1997 |
| SB 6030 1997–98 |
Workrs' comp performnc auditThe Joint Legislative Audit and Review Committee must, in consultation with the Workers' Compensation Advisory Committee and a legislative advisory committee, contract for a performance audit of the Department of Labor and Industries. | Ray Schow (R-30) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 330, Laws of 1997 |
May 12, 1997 |
| HB 1008 1997–98 |
License plate issuanceSpecial license plates may be issued from currently existing series, but the creation of additional special license plate series is prohibited. Furthermore, following an initial issuance period of three years, the Department... | Eric Robertson (R-31) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 291, Laws of 1997 |
May 9, 1997 |
| HB 1019 1997–98 |
Public works project loansAs recommended by the Public Works Board, 34 public works project loans totaling $57,720,494 are authorized for the 1997 loan cycle. This authorization includes 15 projects, totaling $29,960,307, from funds previously... | Senator (R-15) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 292, Laws of 1997 |
May 9, 1997 |
| HB 1267 1997–98 |
Vessel manu & dealers/tax exManufacturers and dealers of vessels (water craft) are exempt from use tax when a vessel or vessel trailer is used for the following purposes: testing, training, sales promotion, loaning to a nonprofit organization for up to... | Brian Thomas (R-5) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 293, Laws of 1997 |
May 9, 1997 |
| HB 1439 1997–98 |
Assessed valuation changesThe legislative authority of a county may provide a limit longer than 30 days, but not exceeding 60 days, for taxpayer appeals to the county board of equalization. If a longer limit is adopted, it cannot be changed for three years. | Brian Thomas (R-5) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 294, Laws of 1997 |
May 9, 1997 |
| HB 1557 1997–98 |
Habitat/water improvemnts/txThe purpose of the act is to improve fish and wildlife habitat and to improve water quality and water quantity. Private property owners are encouraged to make voluntary improvements to their property. | Jim Buck (R-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 295, Laws of 1997 |
May 9, 1997 |
| HB 1687 1997–98 |
Wage garnishmentNotice must be given at least ten days prior to the entry of any judgment against a garnishee for the full amount of the obligor's debt based on failure to timely respond to a garnishment order. The requirement for an answer... | Larry Sheahan (R-9) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 296, Laws of 1997 |
May 9, 1997 |
| HB 1875 1997–98 |
Massage practitionersMassage therapy involves massage for educational as well as therapeutic purposes. Specified massage techniques are no longer included in the practice of massage: effleurage, petrissage, tapotement, vibration, nerve strokes,... | Mary Skinner (R-14) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 297, Laws of 1997 |
May 9, 1997 |
| HB 1985 1997–98 |
Landscape managmnt plansLandowners and resource managers should be provided incentives to voluntarily develop long-term multispecies landscape management plans that will provide protection to public resources. | Jim Buck (R-24) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 290, Laws of 1997 |
May 9, 1997 |
| SB 5229 1997–98 |
Assembly halls/property taxThe property tax exemption for nonprofit public assembly halls and meeting places is not lost by the use for pecuniary gain or to promote business activities for periods of not more than seven days in a year. | Eugene Prince (R-9) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 298, Laws of 1997 |
May 9, 1997 |
| SB 5230 1997–98 |
Current use taxationBack taxes do not have to be paid for forest land that is removed from classification or designation if official action disallows the present use of the land. In King County, an exception to the payment of back taxes is... | Dino Rossi (R-5) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 299, Laws of 1997 |
May 9, 1997 |
| SB 5334 1997–98 |
Guaranty associatn assessmntInsurance companies that pay an assessment to the Washington Insurance Guaranty Association or the Washington Life and Disability Insurance Guaranty Association receive a tax credit against premium taxes owed for 100 percent... | Shirley Winsley (R-28) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 300, Laws of 1997 |
May 9, 1997 |
| SB 5353 1997–98 |
Vehicle tax exemptionThe use tax exemption is extended from automobiles to include other vehicles such as motor cycles and mopeds. | Don Benton (R-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 301, Laws of 1997 |
May 9, 1997 |
| SB 5359 1997–98 |
Aircraft parts design/taxAn existing sales and use tax exemption is clarified for materials used in the design and development of aircraft parts, auxiliary aircraft equipment or aircraft modification for businesses with annual gross sales of less than... | Dan Swecker (R-20) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 302, Laws of 1997 |
May 9, 1997 |
| SB 5514 1997–98 |
Agricultural feesThe Dry Pea and Lentil Commission is authorized to increase its assessment from the current rate of 1 percent up to 2 percent. Prior to the increase becoming effective, producers have to approve the increase through a... | Bob Morton (R-7) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 303, Laws of 1997 |
May 9, 1997 |
| SB 5737 1997–98 |
Carbonated beverage taxThe carbonated beverage syrup tax is cut in half, and a general fund | Ann Anderson (R-42) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 306, Laws of 1997 |
May 9, 1997 |
| SB 5763 1997–98 |
Internet service taxationUntil July 1, 1999, cities and towns using a gross receipts tax may only tax Internet service providers under the service classification of the business and occupations tax. It is clarified that Internet service provision does... | Bill Finkbeiner (R-45) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 304, Laws of 1997 |
May 9, 1997 |
| SB 5770 1997–98 |
Child welfare recordsThe confidentiality laws covering child welfare records are modified to allow greater disclosure of information. | Val Stevens (R-39) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 305, Laws of 1997 |
May 9, 1997 |
| HB 1372 1997–98 |
Advanced college tuition payAdministration . The Washington Advanced College Tuition Payment Program is established. The program allows families to buy tuition units. | Don Carlson (R-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 289, Laws of 1997 |
May 7, 1997 |
| SB 5178 1997–98 |
Diabetes cost reduction actThe Legislature finds that access to medically accepted standards of care for diabetes, its treatment, supplies, and self-management training and education is crucial to prevent or delay complications of diabetes and its... | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 276, Laws of 1997 |
May 7, 1997 |
| SB 5179 1997–98 |
Nursing facility reimbursmntThe following areas considered in determining reimbursement rates are changed: The allowable cost for land on which new facilities are constructed is limited to the actual cost per square foot or the cost established by a... | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 277, Laws of 1997 |
May 7, 1997 |
| SB 5340 1997–98 |
Certificated emplyees/probatThe time frame governing the probation of a certificated school employee is modified. Options are created to reassign probationary employees for lack of subsequent performance improvements and provides for a study. | Harold Hochstatter (R-13) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 278, Laws of 1997 |
May 7, 1997 |
| SB 5354 1997–98 |
Capitol committee membersThe Secretary of State is added as a member of the State Capitol Committee. | Don Benton (R-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 279, Laws of 1997 |
May 7, 1997 |