All bills
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2676 1993–94 |
Boards, commissions, counclsA total of 30 general government boards, councils and commissions are abolished. A total of 19 health boards and commissions are consolidated into six quality-assurance commissions or councils. | Hans Dunshee (D-39) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 9, Laws of 1994, 1st Special Session |
Apr 6, 1994 |
| SB 6244 1993–94 |
Operating budgetAppropriations from the state General Fund and other dedicated funds and accounts for the 1993-95 fiscal biennium for the operations of state agencies and institutions are modified. Net appropriations from the General Fund are... | Nita Rinehart (D-46) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 6, Laws of 1994, 1st Special Session |
Apr 6, 1994 |
| SB 6606 1993–94 |
B & O surtax repealThe 6.5 percent surtax is repealed January 1, 1995. | Nita Rinehart (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 10, Laws of 1994, 1st Special Session |
Apr 6, 1994 |
| SB 6347 1993–94 |
High-tech business tax incenFirms that are engaged in biotechnology, advanced computing, electronic device technology, advanced material, and environmental technology pursuits may be eligible for a B&O tax credit and a sales and use tax deferral. | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 5, Laws of 1994, 1st Special Session |
Apr 4, 1994 |
| HB 2641 1993–94 |
Bar association employeesThe Washington State Bar Association is considered a public employer under the Public Employees' Collective Bargaining Act. | Pat Thibaudeau (D-43) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 297, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 2, 1994 |
| HB 2643 1993–94 |
Pension statutes cross-referStatutes governing assault pay, temporary duty disability, leave sharing, sick leave and vacation leave cash-outs and the 45-day service rule are cross-referenced to Public Employees' Retirement System and Teachers' Retirement... | Helen Sommers (D-36) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 298, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 2, 1994 |
| HB 2699 1993–94 |
Youthbuild violence preventnThe Washington Youthbuild Program is created in the Employment Security Department. The purpose of the program is to provide basic education skills to disadvantaged youth while they work on projects that result in the... | Jesse Wineberry (D-37) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 3, Laws of 1994, 1st Special Session |
Apr 2, 1994 |
| HB 2798 1993–94 |
Public assistance reformThe Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction administers a program providing grants to schools for media campaigns promoting family planning, including abstinence. The Job Opportunities and Basic Skills (JOBS)... | Helen Sommers (D-36) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 299, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 2, 1994 |
| HB 2815 1993–94 |
State procurementFormal sealed bidding is not necessary for state agency purchases of up to $15,000. Quotations from enough vendors to assure a competitive price will be obtained for purchases from $400 to $15,000. | Calvin Anderson (D-43) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 300, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 2, 1994 |
| SB 5372 1993–94 |
TaxationDelinquent gambling taxes become a lien on real and personal property in the same manner as other taxes. Joint school district levies collected by a county treasurer must be remitted monthly rather than quarterly. | Valoria Loveland (D-16) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 301, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 2, 1994 |
| SB 5468 1993–94 |
Public assist/businessesThe Department of Revenue and the Department of Community, Trade, and Economic Development will measure the effect of current tax deferral and credit programs and the development loan fund on businesses other than certified... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 302, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 2, 1994 |
| SB 6055 1993–94 |
County coroner salariesThe salary for county coroners in counties of one million population or more remains at $18,000. In counties with populations of 210,000 to 1 million, coroners' salaries are raised by $1,100, to become $17,600. | Valoria Loveland (D-16) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 4, Laws of 1994, 1st Special Session |
Apr 2, 1994 |
| SB 6084 1993–94 |
Transportation appropriatns$119 million is added over the Governor's transportation supplemental budget. Enhanced funding is provided for the regular category C program, including accelerated work on high occupancy vehicle lanes on non-interstate highways. | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 303, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 2, 1994 |
| SB 6155 1993–94 |
School provisionsCurrent law requiring school districts to send permanent records of transferring students, if even students have not paid fines, is changed to permit school districts to withhold students' permanent records of students for... | Rosemary McAuliffe (D-1) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 304, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 2, 1994 |
| SB 6205 1993–94 |
Ready-mix mixer trucksCement truck operators may use the up/down switch located within the cab to raise or lower the retractable lift axle while the vehicle is in motion. | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 305, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 2, 1994 |
| SB 6220 1993–94 |
Quality award councilThe Washington Quality Award Council is established as a private, nonprofit corporation with the assistance of the state. The council will have the Governor and the Director of the Department of Community, Trade, and Economic... | Emilio Cantu (R-41) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 306, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 2, 1994 |
| SB 6228 1993–94 |
Agricultural & forest landsThe legislative intent provides long term protection be given to lands which grow timber. Clarification of definitions will not require all counties covered by the Growth Management Act to readopt plans. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 307, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 2, 1994 |
| SB 6243 1993–94 |
Capital budgetAppropriation adjustments are made to the 1993-95 capital budget. The general fund bond supported appropriations made for new projects in the 1993-95 biennial capital budget are reduced by $22,904,505. | Nita Rinehart (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 308, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 2, 1994 |
| SB 6307 1993–94 |
Health care authority dutiesThe date upon which the HCA must begin managed competition with state purchased health care is moved from January 1, 1995 as in current law, to July 1, 1995. The HCA administrator may delegate any power or duty vested in him... | Phil Talmadge (D-34) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 309, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 2, 1994 |
| HB 1159 1993–94 |
Whistleblower protectionThe definition of "retaliatory action" under the local government "whistleblower" statutes is amended to include hostile actions by another employee towards a whistleblower that were encouraged by a supervisor. | Holly Myers (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 210, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| HB 1235 1993–94 |
PartnershipsThe act authorizes the formation of a new type of business in Washington, the limited liability company. | Marlin Appelwick (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 211, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| HB 1457 1993–94 |
School competitive biddingProjects . The $7,500 ceiling on the cost of projects before a competitive bidding process must be used is raised to $15,000 if more than one craft or trade is involved, or $10,000 if a single craft or trade is involved. The... | Wilson Peery (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 212, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| HB 1471 1993–94 |
Crab fisheryLegislative findings are made that the commercial crab fishery in coastal waters is overcapitalized, and that it is in the best interest of the industry to reduce the number of fishers taking crab in coastal waters, and to... | Richard King (D-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 260, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| HB 1652 1993–94 |
Animal crueltyThe animal cruelty chapter is substantially revised. Terms are defined and principles of liability are stated. "Animal care and control agencies" mean any city or county animal control agency authorized to enforce city and... | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 261, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| HB 1743 1993–94 |
Pollution prevention plansThe Department of Ecology shall develop a pilot program to coordinate all the department's actions affecting a facility. By January 1, 1994, the department shall designate an industry type and up to ten facilities to... | Stanley Flemming (D-28) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 248, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |