All bills
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5107 1993–94 |
Arrest without warrantA police officer may make a warrantless arrest if the officer has probable cause to believe that a person unlawfully possesses or unlawfully possessed a firearm or dangerous weapon on public or private school premises. | Dean Sutherland (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 209, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5145 1993–94 |
Bungee jumpingAll bungee jumping devices operated in this state are subject to the statutes related to the inspection, permitting and insurance coverage requirements for "amusement rides." All major parts of the bungee jumping device,... | Shirley Winsley (R-28) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 203, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5159 1993–94 |
Tree planting/energy conservA finding is made that tree planting in urban areas mitigates the urban "heat island effect" and reduces energy consumption. A finding is also made that urban forestry programs should promote the use of appropriate tree... | Phil Talmadge (D-34) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 204, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5261 1993–94 |
Background checksThe Secretary of the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) must investigate the criminal record of individual providers of in-home services who are paid by the state, but who are hired by persons with developmental... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 210, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5290 1993–94 |
Free hospitals/taxation"Free hospitals" are defined as those which do not charge patients for health care. These hospitals are exempt from retail and use taxes on items sold to them for the reasonably necessary operation of and provision of health care. | R. Lorraine Wojahn (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 205, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5337 1993–94 |
Aeronautics regulationThe definition of aircraft dealer is expanded to include persons who offer for sale two or more aircraft within a calendar year. A provision is added to penalize persons who act as aircraft dealers without a license. | Dean Sutherland (D-17) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 208, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5349 1993–94 |
Educational clinicsThe name "educational clinic" is changed to "educational center." | Dwight Pelz (D-37) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 211, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5379 1993–94 |
Milk and milk productsClarification is provided in regard to the specific testing requirements of a Grade A milk permit. Also, facilities or individuals who are licensed under either milk statute may not be required to have a food processing... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 212, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5441 1993–94 |
Handicapped rehabilitationThe statutes providing rehabilitation services for individuals with disabilities are updated to reflect current terminology associated with individuals with disabilities. The language is changed to describe current vocational... | Rosemary McAuliffe (D-1) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 213, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5541 1993–94 |
Sex offenses/statute of limtThe statute of limitations for Rape 1 and Rape 2 is extended to 10 years, if the victim reports the rape to law enforcement within one year of its commission. The statute of limitations for Rape 1 and Rape 2, of a child under... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 214, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5578 1993–94 |
Fishing licensesA personal use license is not required for carp fishing. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 215, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5606 1993–94 |
Auditing state agency fundsThe State Auditor is directed to inventory all revolving funds, local funds, and other funds outside the State Treasury and managed by state agencies and political subdivisions. The Auditor examines accounting methods, record... | Eugene Prince (R-9) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 216, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5615 1993–94 |
Teachers recruiting teachersThe Teachers Recruiting Future Teachers program is transferred from the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction to the professional development centers (centers for the improvement of teaching) located in... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 217, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5695 1993–94 |
GED testsThe age of 16 is established as the minimum age for students eligible to take the GED test. The State Board of Education will establish the eligibility criteria of individuals under age 19 to take the GED tests. | Albert Bauer (D-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 218, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5768 1993–94 |
Emergency scene inspectionsWashington's emergency management laws are amended to clarify that (a) registered architects and professional engineers can serve as "emergency workers" and therefore are shielded from certain civil liabilities arising in... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 206, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5791 1993–94 |
Child supportIn child support cases that require payments be made to the Washington state support registry, the support order must state that the responsible party is required to notify the registry of the name and address of his or her... | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 207, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5835 1993–94 |
Public authority proprty/taxProperty owned, operated, or controlled by a public corporation that is used as a convention center, performing arts center, public assembly hall, or public meeting place is exempted from the in lieu excise tax. | Rosemary McAuliffe (D-1) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 220, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5839 1993–94 |
State agency mail serviceLegislative intent is expressed to consolidate state mail functions to provide timely, effective, and less costly mail service. Agencies are defined to cover all offices, departments, boards and commissions of the state and... | Emilio Cantu (R-41) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 219, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5849 1993–94 |
Dairy animal feeding operatnProvisions of federal regulation that pertain to dairy farms are placed into state statute. | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 221, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5883 1993–94 |
Running start programThe reimbursement from school districts to community or technical colleges for students in the Running Start program will be calculated and allocated by the Superintendent of Public Instruction, in accordance with applicable... | Albert Bauer (D-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 222, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5903 1993–94 |
Community/technical collegesFunds for high school students attending technical or community college programs established by an interlocal agreement will be allocated directly to the participating college by the Superintendent of Public Instruction unless... | Albert Bauer (D-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 223, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5917 1993–94 |
Rail freight serviceThe rail freight service statute is modified and reorganized. The DOT is directed to establish criteria to better prioritize rail preservation projects under the Essential Rail Assistance Program. | Kathleen Drew (D-5) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 224, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5922 1993–94 |
Controlled substances useCertified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA) are authorized to select, order or administer schedule II through IV controlled substances consistent within their Board of Nursing-recognized scope of practice. | Sid Snyder (D-19) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 225, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| HB 1003 1993–94 |
Involuntry commitmnt/detentnThe prosecuting attorney may represent a designated chemical dependency specialist, or a treatment program representative, in a proceeding for the involuntary commitment of a chemically dependent person. | Moyne Riley (D-19) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 137, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 30, 1993 |
| HB 1028 1993–94 |
Live-in care/mobile home pksA tenant may share his or her mobile home with a person over 18 years of age if that person is providing live-in home health or hospice care as required by the tenant's physician. The live-in care provider is not considered a... | Holly Myers (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 152, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 30, 1993 |