Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Patrick R. McMullen
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5523 1991–92 |
Minimum wage tip creditTips received by tipped employees may be used, at the discretion of an employer, to satisfy up to 50 percent of the state's minimum wage requirement. The amount of tip money used for this purpose may not exceed the amount of... | James West (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5535 1991–92 |
Video card gamesVideo card games are statutorily defined as video reproductions of authorized card games played by an individual which are licensed and approved for use by the Gambling Commission. The Gambling Commission may license... | Patrick R. McMullen (D-40) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5541 1991–92 |
Fire services trust fundA fire service trust fund is created. A 1/10th of 1 percent additional premium tax shall be imposed on the premiums of all insurance sold in this state except health care maintenance and health care service. | Ray Moore (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5545 1991–92 |
Collective bargaining/st empDefines terms. Establishes a state employees' relations commission and specifies the duties and powers. Declares the rights of employees. | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5561 1991–92 |
Keep right signs requiredIn order to improve traffic conditions on the state's roads, the Department of Transportation must place more signs on multilane state and interstate highways that remind motorists to keep right except when passing. | Tim Erwin (R-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5578 1991–92 |
Electrician continuing educEstablishes continuing education requirements for electricians. | Adam Smith (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5616 1991–92 |
Sustainable forestry actRevises provisions regulating Class IV forest practices. Revises provisions for the regulation of harvest and other forest practices. Provides policies and processes to manage change in the type and condition of wildlife... | Jack Metcalf (R-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5647 1991–92 |
Steamboat operators regulatnThe Transportation Commission is authorized to declare its intention to operate a ferry crossing by adopting a written resolution declaring such intention to operate within two years, thereby precluding the Washington... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5655 1991–92 |
Insurance discriminationDiscrimination with respect to insurance contracts on the basis of the insured's choice of health care provider is restricted. "Health care provider" is defined to include all regulated health professions except embalmers and... | Peter von Reichbauer (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5656 1991–92 |
Timber areas/pub works loansThe Public Works Board is authorized to provide low interest and interest-free loans to timber impacted areas for construction of new public works facilities that stimulate economic growth or diversification. | Irv Newhouse (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5673 1991–92 |
Timber workers/Skagit countyDirects Skagit Valley Community College to develop a training program for dislocated timber workers and their spouses with the goal of providing qualifications for employment in the natural resources professions. Takes effect... | Patrick R. McMullen (D-40) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5674 1991–92 |
Natural resource worker prjtDirects the department of employment security to establish the natural resource worker project. Locates the project in Skagit county to provide employment and training opportunities for dislocated timber workers in the areas... | Patrick R. McMullen (D-40) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5693 1991–92 |
Wasington State Earth DayDesignates the third Saturday in September as Washington state earth day. | Paul H. Conner (D-24) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5694 1991–92 |
Dental hygienist licensingThe creation of a two-tiered system of dental hygiene licensure is authorized. Dental hygienists II are authorized to practice the current full scope of practice of dental hygiene. | R. Lorraine Wojahn (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5695 1991–92 |
Prosecuting attorney salaryThe salaries for prosecuting attorneys are tied to the salaries of the superior and district court judge's salaries. In class AA and A counties and counties of the first through fourth class, the prosecuting attorney's salary... | Scott Barr (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5696 1991–92 |
Middle East vet affairs offcCreates a Middle East veterans affairs advisory council. Terminates the office and the council on June 30, 1996. | Paul H. Conner (D-24) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5700 1991–92 |
Regulating small businessesA cap is placed on the monthly late fees charged by DOE on delinquent wastewater permit fee accounts. DOE may charge a monthly fee of not more than 2 percent of the outstanding balance of the delinquent account, excluding penalty fees. | Jim Matson (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5730 1991–92 |
State investment boardThe State Investment Board is expanded to consist of 17 members. Members of the board are to include the State Actuary and one member from each of the four caucuses of the Legislature. | Peter von Reichbauer (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5735 1991–92 |
Athletic agent regulationRequires a license to conduct business as an athletic agent. Designates the qualifications to receive a license and requires the posting of a bond. Establishes license fees. | Peter von Reichbauer (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5747 1991–92 |
Industrial insurance liensIn the event of a compromise and settlement between an injured worker and a third party, the lien that the department or self insurer has against benefits already paid must be compromised. | Patrick R. McMullen (D-40) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5793 1991–92 |
Architect registrationAuthorizes application for registration within ten years after July 28, 1985. | Ken Madsen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5815 1991–92 |
Nonpowered vehicle equipmentExempts converter gear and tow dollies from licensing provisions. | Leo K. Thorsness (R-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5817 1991–92 |
Flood control optionsIncreases funding for the flood control assistance revolving funds account from four to ten million dollars. | Cliff Bailey (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5854 1991–92 |
Children in poverty assistncThe Department of Community Development is directed to distribute community service block grants to community assistance agencies. | Paul H. Conner (D-24) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5855 1991–92 |
Polystyrene products/ferriesLegislative intent to safeguard the health, safety and natural environment of Washington by restricting the use of polystyrene products is declared. | Paul H. Conner (D-24) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 13, 1992 |