Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Christine Rolfes
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2893 2009–10 |
School leviesIncreases Local Effort Assistance from 12 percent to 14 percent for 2011 to 2017. | Pat Sullivan (D-47) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 237, Laws of 2010 |
Mar 29, 2010 |
| HB 2402 2009–10 |
Farmers market/property taxExempts from property tax the real and personal property of nonprofit organizations operating public assembly halls or meeting places for the purpose of a farmers market. | Scott White (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 186, Laws of 2010 |
Mar 24, 2010 |
| HB 2593 2009–10 |
F & W dept. shellfish mgmtCreates two new enforcement mechanisms for individuals who use non-compliant shellfish gear or are found in possession of non-compliant shellfish gear while on a vessel. | Christine Rolfes (D-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 193, Laws of 2010 |
Mar 24, 2010 |
| HB 2603 2009–10 |
Small businesses/complianceRequires agencies to provide small businesses with a copy of the state law or agency rule being violated and to allow a period of at least two business days for the small business to correct the violation before a fine, a... | Norma Smith (R-10) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 194, Laws of 2010 |
Mar 24, 2010 |
| HB 2735 2009–10 |
Children/dependency mattersRequires the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) and the guardian ad litem (GAL) to notify a child in a dependency who is age 12 years or older that the child has the right to request an attorney. | Roger Goodman (D-45) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 180, Laws of 2010 |
Mar 23, 2010 |
| HB 3040 2009–10 |
Appraisal mgmt companiesEstablishes a licensing requirement for businesses engaged in appraisal management services, which includes bonding requirements and restrictions on owners, controlling persons, and employees of appraisal management companies. | Steve Conway (D-29) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 179, Laws of 2010 |
Mar 23, 2010 |
| HB 3105 2009–10 |
Alternative fuel vehiclesRequires state agencies, in their purchasing of light duty passenger vehicles, light duty vans, and sport utility vehicles after June 15, 2010, to either achieve the current average fuel economy standards or purchase ultra-low... | Christine Rolfes (D-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 159, Laws of 2010 |
Mar 22, 2010 |
| HB 2403 2009–10 |
Military leave/pub employeesExpands the use of military leave to include state active duty. | Dawn Morrell (D-25) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 91, Laws of 2010 |
Mar 17, 2010 |
| HB 1019 2009–10 |
Inactive voter ballotsEliminates the requirement that a county auditor send inactive voters a ballot or ballot application at least 18 days prior to an election. | Senator (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 15, 2010 |
| HB 1020 2009–10 |
Afghanistan-Iraq warDeclares an intent to honor and recognize the dedication and sacrifices made by the men and women of Washington state who were killed or missing in action during the Afghanistan and Iraq wars against terrorism. | Mike Sells (D-38) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 15, 2010 |
| HB 1046 2009–10 |
H.I.V. testing of infantsDirects the Department of Social and Health Service to request a human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) test for any infant under age one placed in out-of-home care from the infant's treating physician. | Christine Rolfes (D-23) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 15, 2010 |
| HB 1051 2009–10 |
Veterans' access to servicesRequires the Department of Veterans Affairs to study ways to increase veterans' access to state and federal assistance programs. | Dawn Morrell (D-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 15, 2010 |
| HB 1054 2009–10 |
Juvenile in police custodyRequires law enforcement to make a reasonable attempt to notify a juvenile's parent, guardian, or custodian when the juvenile is taken into custody and where the juvenile is being held. | Jim Moeller (D-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 15, 2010 |
| HB 1060 2009–10 |
Weatherization statuteModifies definitions and operational requirements of the low-income residential weatherization program. | Marko Liias (D-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 15, 2010 |
| HB 1069 2009–10 |
Reducing light pollutionDeclares an intent to require the best technology available in all exterior lighting in order to reduce energy consumption and protect the nighttime environment. | Senator (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 15, 2010 |
| HB 1074 2009–10 |
Lake vegetation managementAdds a new public notice requirement for applicants applying for coverage under an aquatic plant and algae management general permit. | Christine Rolfes (D-23) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 15, 2010 |
| HB 1075 2009–10 |
Military childrenEnacts the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children (Compact) with certain amendments. | Christine Rolfes (D-23) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 15, 2010 |
| HB 1082 2009–10 |
Fare media monetary valueProhibits the department of transportation from enforcing an expiration date on the monetary value of any ferry fare media. | Sherry Appleton (D-23) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 15, 2010 |
| HB 1084 2009–10 |
State ferries commissionCreates the Washington state ferries commission. | Sherry Appleton (D-23) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 15, 2010 |
| HB 1100 2009–10 |
Marine ecosystem protectionProhibits leasing of Washington's tidal or submerged lands within three miles of its coastline, or within three miles seaward to the boundary of the two hundred mile exclusive economic zone, for purposes of oil or gas... | Dave Upthegrove (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 15, 2010 |
| HB 1114 2009–10 |
Hunters under fourteenRequires all hunters under the age of 14 to be accompanied by an adult licensed hunter. | Brian Blake (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 15, 2010 |
| HB 1129 2009–10 |
Lifelong learning accountsRequires the Workforce Training and Education Coordinating Board (Workforce Board) to establish a steering committee to develop policy, budget, outreach, and accountability recommendations for a statewide Lifelong Learning... | Phyllis Gutierrez Kenney (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 15, 2010 |
| HB 1140 2009–10 |
Mobile home dispute res progAmends provisions of the Manufactured/Mobile Home Dispute Resolution Program to create informal and formal dispute resolution procedures. | Marko Liias (D-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 15, 2010 |
| HB 1165 2009–10 |
Unwanted drug disposalRequires that the producers of unwanted medicines sold in Washington create and fund product stewardship programs to collect unwanted medicines from consumers and dispose of them at hazardous waste facilities. | Dawn Morrell (D-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Mar 15, 2010 |
| HB 1178 2009–10 |
Environmental permitsPermits the Fish and Wildlife Commission to identify certain hydraulic projects that are exempt from criminal prosecution and instead creates natural resources infractions. | Dave Upthegrove (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 15, 2010 |