All bills
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2708 1995–96 |
Warehouse tax studyThe Department of Revenue is required to study the impact of warehouse and distribution activity on the Washington economy. The department is required to form an advisory study committee that will present a final report to the... | Senator (D-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 299, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| HB 2716 1995–96 |
Waste discharge permitsA statutory exemption is created for the issuance, reissuance, or modification of a waste discharge permit that contains conditions no less stringent than federal effluent limitations and state rules. The exemption applies to... | Gary Chandler (R-13) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 322, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| HB 2781 1995–96 |
Veterans' preferencesThe definition of veteran is expanded. The definition of the Vietnam area is clarified. | Robert Basich (D-19) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 300, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| HB 2828 1995–96 |
Wireless telephone regulatn"Personal wireless services" and "personal wireless service facilities" are defined using federal definitions. "Microcell" is defined as a wireless communications facility consisting of an antenna that is either (i) four feet... | Larry Crouse (R-4) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 323, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| SB 5053 1995–96 |
Real estate disclosureThe residential real property sellers disclosure statutes are amended. Transfers resulting from a real estate contract forfeiture, or by a lienholder who acquires title through a real estate contract forfeiture, are exempt. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 301, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| SB 5417 1995–96 |
Dependent person abandonmentThe crime of criminal mistreatment applies to conduct of persons employed or entrusted to provide physical care of a dependent person. A third degree of criminal mistreatment is created which covers recklessly creating an... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 302, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| SB 5676 1995–96 |
Abusive parents/child visitnA parent's residential time with a child is limited by the court if the parent is convicted of rape of a child in the second or third degree, child molestation in the second or third degree, sexual misconduct with a minor in... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 303, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| SB 6129 1995–96 |
Mental health servicesHealth carriers may not write contracts which deny enrollees and mental health practitioners the option of independently arranging to continue care, at the enrollee's expense, after the benefits of the contract expire. Health... | Darlene Fairley (D-32) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 304, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| SB 6171 1995–96 |
Special purpose dist electnsNo primary is held for the office of commissioner of a park and recreation district or for the office of cemetery district commissioner. All candidates filing and qualifying for election to an open commissioner position appear... | Bob Oke (R-26) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 324, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| SB 6174 1995–96 |
Higher ed system budgetsThe Higher Education Coordinating Board reviews the supplemental budget requests of four-year institutions and the State Board of Community Colleges. The board submits recommendations on the supplemental budget requests to the... | Albert Bauer (D-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 305, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| SB 6197 1995–96 |
Water supply augmentationLegislative findings are made regarding the benefits of impoundment of excess water. In considering an application for a new water use or a transfer of a water right, the Department of Ecology is to consider the positive net... | Dan Swecker (R-20) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 306, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| SB 6204 1995–96 |
Negligent driving redefinedThe crime of negligent driving in the first degree is created. It is defined as operating a motor vehicle in a negligent manner and exhibiting the effects of having consumed liquor or illegal drugs. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 307, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| SB 6211 1995–96 |
Criminal justice costsThe Interlocal Cooperation Act is amended to require each county, city or town to be responsible for the costs incident to misdemeanors and gross misdemeanor offenses committed by adults occurring in their respective... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 308, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| SB 6217 1995–96 |
Teacher preparatn programsCurrent law is modified regarding how the applicant must demonstrate competency in the basic skills. All applicants regardless of age may demonstrate competency through completion of two or more years of college level course... | Stephen Johnson (R-47) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 309, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| SB 6247 1995–96 |
Economic developmentWEDFA may provide nonrecourse revenue bond financing for more than five economic development projects per year if: 1) the bonds finance manufacturing or processing activities; and 2) the total project cost is less than $10 million. | Betti Sheldon (D-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 310, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| SB 6251 1995–96 |
Supplemental operating budgtAppropriations from various agencies are modified, with a total net increase of $155 million in | Nita Rinehart (D-46) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 283, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| SB 6339 1995–96 |
Alcohol server permitsThe implementation date of the alcohol server permit program is changed from July 1, 1996 to January 1, 1997. Until January 1, 1997, individuals who complete the Liquor Control Board's alcohol server training program may be... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 311, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| SB 6392 1995–96 |
Managed care disclosuresAll health maintenance organizations and health care service contractors must disclose information about their health plans. The disclosure must be in concise and specific terms and must include any costs associated with the... | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 312, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| SB 6428 1995–96 |
Irrigation district mergersEither the special district's board of supervisors or ten land owners within the affected district are allowed to sign the petition requesting a merger. Boundary review boards have no jurisdiction over the merger of diking and... | Irv Newhouse (R-15) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 313, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| SB 6430 1995–96 |
Social card gamesA card room licensee may be allowed by the Gambling Commission to operate up to 15 separate card tables at an establishment. In addition, licensees are authorized to act as custodian of player supported prize contests... | Ray Schow (R-30) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 314, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| SB 6476 1995–96 |
Vehicle and vessel feesThe licensing authority of county auditors and subagents is expanded to include vessel registration and titles. Every three years DOL must analyze and evaluate the service fee structure, and make any recommendations for... | Betti Sheldon (D-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 315, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| SB 6637 1995–96 |
Growth managmnt hearings brdThe standards of review for growth management hearings boards are amended and clarified. The presumption of validity for comprehensive plans and development regulations under the GMA is extended to any other required actions. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 325, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| SB 6666 1995–96 |
Nuisance aquatic weedsA committee is established to develop a state lake health plan to address long-term solutions to lake problems. The plan must look at: the science of lake management; an analysis of the federal and state laws pertaining to... | Shirley Winsley (R-28) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 316, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| SB 6680 1995–96 |
Agency performance assessmntThe Legislative Committee on Performance Review (LCPR) is established. The 13-member bipartisan committee consists of the minority and majority leaders of each house, the chairs and ranking minority members of the... | Sid Snyder (D-19) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 317, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |
| SB 6702 1995–96 |
Administrative rules reviewA person must petition the relevant agency to change a rule before a petition can be made to JARRC to review the rule. A majority vote of the whole committee is required for committee decisions. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 318, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 30, 1996 |