All bills
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 1033 1993–94 |
Jail industries programA 21-member Jail Industries Board is created with membership representing county and city officials, jail administrators, Department of Corrections, Employment Security Department, Department of Trade and Economic Development,... | Holly Myers (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 285, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1047 1993–94 |
Solid waste/out of stateOwners or operators of solid waste disposal facilities are required to notify the Department of Ecology 60 days before receiving solid waste generated from an out-of-state source. The department must prepare reporting guidelines. | Nancy Rust (D-32) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 286, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1068 1993–94 |
Death securities transferA new form of security ownership is created, enabling a security owner to designate one or more beneficiaries who will become the security owner or owners upon the current owner's death. The ownership of the security, whether... | Mike Padden (R-4) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 287, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1069 1993–94 |
Seizure of propertyA general forfeiture statute is enacted covering personal property used in or acquired through the commission of any felony crime not already covered by a specific forfeiture law. All personal property used in, or acquired... | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 288, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1072 1993–94 |
Guardians ad litemCourts are expressly authorized to appoint guardians ad litem to represent the best interests of children in marriage dissolution actions, nonparental actions for child custody, and other family court matters. If the court... | Marlin Appelwick (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 289, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1074 1993–94 |
Corporations regulationGenerally, a shareholder agreement among the shareholders of a corporation is valid even if the agreement violates other provisions of the Business Corporations Act. This authorization regarding shareholder agreements is... | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 290, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1078 1993–94 |
Interests passing at deathRCW 11.02.090 is repealed and a new statute is adopted providing that an otherwise effective written instrument is not testamentary solely because the instrument contains a provision for a nonprobate transfer of property at... | Marlin Appelwick (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 291, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1086 1993–94 |
Littering penaltiesLittering is decriminalized and made a civil infraction. Littering not more than one cubic foot of material is a class 3 civil infraction with a maximum fine of $50. | Georgette Valle (D-34) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 292, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1118 1993–94 |
Explosives/criminal useThe Washington State Explosives Act is amended in several ways. A new offense is created. | George Orr (D-4) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 293, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1157 1993–94 |
Emancipation of minorsA minor who is at least 16 years of age and a resident of this state may petition in Superior Court for a declaration of emancipation. The petition must allege that the petitioner has the ability to manage financial, personal,... | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 294, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1168 1993–94 |
Leasing beds of tidal watersThe maximum lease length for an aquatic lands lease for the purposes of planting and cultivating oyster beds, cultivating clams or other edible shellfish, or other aquaculture use is extended from 10 to 30 years. | Richard King (D-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 295, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1169 1993–94 |
Marine finfish rearing facltThe Department of Ecology is directed to adopt rules by October 31, 1994, setting criteria for allowable sediment impacts from net pens. The Department of Ecology is also directed to adopt rules by June 30, 1995, setting... | Richard King (D-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 296, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1195 1993–94 |
Disposition of own remainsThe right of a person to control the disposition of his or her remains is explicitly provided. These wishes are accomplished through a written authorization, signed by the decedent in the presence of a witness. | Calvin Anderson (D-43) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 297, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1197 1993–94 |
Public assistance/income lmtThe legislative intent underlying public assistance programs is stated to include the concepts that assistance be temporary, and that disincentives to work be overcome. The value of welfare-to-work programs, employment,... | June Leonard (D-11) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 312, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1209 1993–94 |
Education reformSTUDENT LEARNING GOALS The goals of the Basic Education Act are modified. | Wilson Peery (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 336, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1211 1993–94 |
Educ service district boardsEducational service districts are authorized to provide cooperative and informational services at the written request of school district boards of directors if: (1) the services are within their statutory authority; (2) do not... | Val Ogden (D-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 298, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1246 1993–94 |
Temporarily disabled workersIf an injured worker is returned to work at light or modified duty during the period in which the worker is unable to return to his or her regular job, the employer must continue or resume the health and welfare benefits to... | Grace Cole (D-32) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 299, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1260 1993–94 |
Solid waste collection tarifThe advance notice required to the public and the UTC by a solid waste collection company of a proposed rate change is extended from 30 to 45 days. The maximum period the UTC may suspend a proposed rate is increased from seven... | Kelli Linville (D-42) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 300, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1271 1993–94 |
Vehicle length limitsWashington's statutes are brought into compliance with ISTEA's vehicle length provisions: (1)The legal length of a double trailer combination is increased from 60 to 61 feet to accommodate the operation of a combination... | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 301, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1307 1993–94 |
Washington service corpsThe six-month service period for the Washington Service Corps (WSC), and possible six month extension, is replaced with an 11-month service period. The post service scholarship is changed from one year to two years, after... | Gary Locke (D-37) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 302, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1316 1993–94 |
City council/police reserveBy resolution adopted by a simple majority vote of the full legislative body, the legislative body of any city or town could authorize any of its members to serve as reserve law enforcement officers and receive the same... | James Springer (D-18) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 303, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1325 1993–94 |
Local gov/state purchasingThe state must meet with local governments before soliciting bids for air service. Local governments must be included within the invitation for bids, but if no airline is willing to include local governments in an air service... | Lane Bray (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 304, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1356 1993–94 |
Public water system requirmnThe Department of Health may impose a maximum penalty of $5,000 for violation of its rules or statutes relating to public water systems. There is no minimum penalty. | Nancy Rust (D-32) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 305, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1357 1993–94 |
Public water systm operatorsThe Department of Health may assess fees on public water systems, in addition to fees on certified operators, to support the waterworks operator certification program. The department shall establish two schedules of fees, one... | Nancy Rust (D-32) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 306, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1379 1993–94 |
Motor vehicle programsMotor vehicle certificates of ownership are currently issued in paper form. Certificates of title are authorized to be transmitted in electronic form when appropriate. | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 307, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |