All bills
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5697 1993–94 |
Amateur radiosNo city, town, code city, or county shall enact or enforce regulation that fails to conform to the Federal Communications Commission's limited preemption statement, "Amateur Radio Preemption," 101 FCC 2d 952 (1985). | Alan Bluechel (R-45) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 50, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 5800 1993–94 |
Human remains violationA person who has sexual contact or sexual intercourse with a dead human body is guilty of a class C felony. The crime is added to the criminal code and ranked at seriousness level V for the purposes of the Sentencing Reform Act. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 53, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6000 1993–94 |
Abandoned vesselsThe Parks and Recreation Commission is authorized to "secure" vessels located on park property that are on the property without authorization; present a nuisance or threat to the environment, public health or park property; or... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 51, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6021 1993–94 |
Emrgncy serv cmmnctn dstrctsFollowing a public hearing on the issue, a county legislative authority may consolidate less than county-wide emergency service communication districts, if the county legislative authority finds the action to be in the public... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 54, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6028 1993–94 |
Local option electionsIt is clarified that annexation by a city does not extend that city's prohibition against the sale of liquor under class H liquor licenses to the territory of the county so annexed. Only another election held by the expanded... | Shirley Winsley (R-28) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 55, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6037 1993–94 |
Rewards for informationThe Department of Natural Resources is authorized to offer and pay a reward up to $10,000 for information regarding violations of any statute or rule relating to the state's public lands and the state's natural resources. The... | Brad Owen (D-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 56, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6188 1993–94 |
Natnl Voter Registration ActTerminology : The general definitions in the election code are amended to add the term "special ballot." Registered voters are distinguished as either "active" or "inactive." The term "deputy registrar" is changed to... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 57, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6195 1993–94 |
Publ employ relations commisThe language establishing a procedure for PERC to prevent unfair labor practices is simplified. PERC is authorized, once it is determined that someone is engaging in an unfair labor practice, to immediately petition a superior... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 58, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6202 1993–94 |
Vehicle size and weightA combination consisting of a truck-tractor and single trailer may operate on the public highways without a permit if the trailing unit is 53 feet or less in length. The maximum length allowed by special overlength permits... | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 59, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6276 1993–94 |
TrademarksThe Secretary of State must establish by rule fees for the registration, renewal, and assignment of trademarks. Registration of a trademark is effective for six years, and may be renewed for successive terms of six years. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 60, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6282 1993–94 |
Indust safety/health appealsWhen an employer indicates an intent to appeal a department order under the Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act, the department may reassume jurisdiction. The time limit for this reassumption of jurisdiction is... | R. Lorraine Wojahn (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 61, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6305 1993–94 |
Minor employment law variancAn exemption from the law restricting the employment of minors under 14 is provided for children employed as actors or performers in film, video, audio, or theatrical productions. | Sid Snyder (D-19) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 62, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6367 1993–94 |
MicrobreweriesBeer manufacturers are allowed to advertise, pour or dispense their beer at beer tasting or judging events. Special occasion licensees may purchase beer or wine from a licensed beer or wine retailer or a licensed beer or wine... | Ray Moore (D-36) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 63, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6461 1993–94 |
Oil spill liability damagesThe protection of individuals from claims asserted against the commission is amended to include incident commanders. The commission may include an indemnification provision in its contracts regarding losses arising from... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 52, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6487 1993–94 |
Espresso machinesAll electric boilers having a tank volume of not more than one and one-half cubic feet, with a maximum working pressure of 80 pounds per square inch or less, and meeting certain national or international standards are exempt... | Ray Moore (D-36) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 64, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6564 1993–94 |
Snohomish Co. hotel/motel txThe legislative body of a county with a population of over 400,000 north of the northernmost boundary of King County may levy an additional excise tax up to 2 percent on the furnishing of lodging. This tax is in addition to... | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 65, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6573 1993–94 |
Manufacturing tax impactThe Department of Revenue is required to study the current state tax structure as it applies to manufacturers. | Albert Bauer (D-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 66, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6582 1993–94 |
Apple grades and standardsThe grades and standards shall be applied to and used on those containers of apples packed within the state of Washington. It is a violation of state law to sell apples in containers marked with Washington State grade... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 67, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6604 1993–94 |
Medicaid/incapacitated persnThe Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) shall establish in rule the maximum amount which guardians may charge DSHS-assisted residents of nursing homes and other long-term care facilities. Guardians may not charge... | Nita Rinehart (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 68, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| HB 1133 1993–94 |
Unlawful conversion of goodsClaims as well as judgments may be assigned by a merchant who has suffered the theft of goods or services. | Peter Kremen (D-42) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 9, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 21, 1994 |
| HB 1339 1993–94 |
Municipal court commissionrsA judge of a municipal court organized under Chapter 3.50 RCW may appoint one or more court commissioners. A commissioner holds office at the pleasure of the appointing judge. | R Wesley Pruitt (D-26) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 10, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 21, 1994 |
| HB 2138 1993–94 |
Rodent control responsibiltsState laws are repealed which direct WSU to administer a rodent inspection and extermination program. | Margaret Rayburn (D-15) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 11, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 21, 1994 |
| HB 2159 1993–94 |
Skokomish tribal landsThe Skokomish Tribe is added to the list of tribes which may request that the Governor retrocede criminal jurisdiction previously acquired by the state. The Governor is authorized to retrocede criminal jurisdiction over the... | Senator (D-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 12, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 21, 1994 |
| HB 2170 1993–94 |
Special services demonstratnDistricts that have projects designed to reduce unnecessary labeling of students as handicapped can use the prior handicapped enrollment as the basis for funding. The restriction on using this only during the duration of the... | Helen Sommers (D-36) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 13, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 21, 1994 |
| HB 2187 1993–94 |
Fire protectn distrct mergrsAnyone elected fire commissioner at the election which approves the merger is specifically included among the commissioners on the expanded board. All the commissioners retain the same terms of office that they held at the... | Hans Dunshee (D-39) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 14, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 21, 1994 |