Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Alex Wood
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 1283 1997–98 |
Economic development progrmsMain Street Program: The Washington Main Street Program is created within the Department of Community, Trade, and Economic Development (DCTED) by statute. | Dawn Mason (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 30, 1998 |
| HB 1378 1997–98 |
Student educatnl opportunityIn finding that school districts must provide instructional programs to students who are academically at-risk, or who have been disciplined due to behavioral problems, and acknowledging that their learning needs vary, entrance... | Renee Radcliff (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 30, 1998 |
| HB 1379 1997–98 |
Youth in crisis housing/taxSales and use tax exemptions for items used in constructing alternative housing for youth in crisis are extended until July 1, 1999. | Renee Radcliff (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 30, 1998 |
| HB 1404 1997–98 |
Punch boards & pull-tabsThe maximum limit on the cost of a single chance for punchboards or pull tabs is increased from 50 cents to $1.00. The practice of taxing the gross receipts from punchboards and pull tabs is changed. | Cathy McMorris (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 30, 1998 |
| HB 1578 1997–98 |
Liquor sales/restrictd zonesThe Liquor Control Board may designate, by rule, restricted liquor zones based on findings that the area designated suffers serious impact from liquor sales. Impact may be demonstrated by an increase in law enforcement... | Helen Sommers (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 30, 1998 |
| HB 1580 1997–98 |
Community gardensThe Legislature intends to support the development of community gardens through the cooperative extension services of Washington State University. | Debbie Regala (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 30, 1998 |
| HB 1622 1997–98 |
Hispanic American scholarshpThe Hispanic American Endowed Scholarship Program is established. The Higher Education Coordinating Board is responsible for administering the program. | Phyllis Gutierrez Kenney (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 30, 1998 |
| HB 1801 1997–98 |
Excellence in teaching awardThe Governor = s Award for Excellence in Teaching History is established to recognize individuals and organizations that are doing exemplary work in promoting a better understanding and appreciation of the state = s history.... | Peggy Johnson (R-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 30, 1998 |
| HB 2226 1997–98 |
Basic health plan/residencyTo be eligible for the subsidized BHP, a person must have resided for at least 11 months in an area of the state served by a managed health care system participating in the plan; however, seasonal workers, as defined by rule,... | Phil Dyer (R-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Jan 30, 1998 |
| HB 3095 1997–98 |
Class size reductionDesignates requirements for class size reduction. Requires that, by June 1, 1999, the superintendent of public instruction shall establish a summer institute for the improvement of instructional techniques and strategies for... | Grace Cole (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 30, 1998 |
| HB 3048 1997–98 |
Sports facilities/spiritsDeclares that all decisions to allow the consumption of spirits in areas of a sports entertainment facility that are outside of enclosed clubs and private suites shall be made prior to December 1 of any year and shall not take... | Marc Boldt (R-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 28, 1998 |
| HB 3051 1997–98 |
Nonhighway transportationRequires the pilot project to adhere to the following principles: (1) It may not involve highway construction; (2) it must serve community needs; (3) it must promote nonautomobile travel; and (4) it must provide response to... | Ed Murray (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 28, 1998 |
| HB 3005 1997–98 |
Veterans property tax exmptnExpands property tax exemptions for disabled veterans. | Al O'Brien (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 27, 1998 |
| HB 2986 1997–98 |
Commercial vehicle enforcmntPrescribes the powers of commercial vehicle officers. | Gary Chandler (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 26, 1998 |
| HB 2987 1997–98 |
Commercial vehicle enforcmntPrescribes the powers and duties of commercial vehicle officers. | Gary Chandler (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 26, 1998 |
| HB 2995 1997–98 |
Breast/cervical cancr screenMakes an appropriation of one million five hundred thousand dollars from the general fund to the department of health for the purpose of making breast and cervical cancer screening available to low-income women by replacing... | Suzette Cooke (R-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 26, 1998 |
| HB 2957 1997–98 |
Vehicle registratn violatnsDeclares that the licensing of a vehicle in another state by a resident of this state, as defined in RCW 46.16.028, evading the payment of any tax or license fee imposed in connection with registration, is a class C felony... | Jim Dunn (R-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 23, 1998 |
| HB 2961 1997–98 |
Abuse victim insur discriminProhibits discrimination by insurance companies against victims of abuse and shelters for the protection of subjects of abuse. Finds that domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse exact a dramatic toll on our... | Cathy Wolfe (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 23, 1998 |
| HB 2919 1997–98 |
Community redevlpmnt financThe Community Redevelopment Financing Act of 1982 is repealed in its entirety and replaced with the "Community Redevelopment Financing Act." The new act is almost identical to the 1982 act. However, the state property tax levy... | Cathy McMorris (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 22, 1998 |
| HB 2658 1997–98 |
In-home care providersProvides that the wages for all in-home care assistants of home care agencies providing in-home care for state supported clients in chore services, medicaid personal care services, respite services, or community options... | Phil Dyer (R-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 1998 |
| HB 2843 1997–98 |
Linked deposit programA second program is created in the Link Deposit Program using up to half of funds available for the Link Deposit Program. | Les Thomas (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 1998 |
| HB 2853 1997–98 |
End-of-life care actThere is a legislative declaration that palliative sedation is a widely accepted ethical medical practice and is not unlawful in this state when consented to by an informed patient. The patient has a right to make voluntary... | Phil Dyer (R-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 1998 |
| HB 2860 1997–98 |
Electric customer rightsDeclares an intent to: (1) Preserve the benefits of consumer protection, system reliability, high service quality, and low-cost rates in the event of deregulation in the electrical industry; (2) ensure that all retail... | Erik Poulsen (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 1998 |
| HB 2870 1997–98 |
Educator technology trainingThe use of funds for projects funded from the Education Savings Account may include training Effective Date: Ninety days after adjournment of session in which bill is passed. Fiscal Note: Not requested. | Helen Sommers (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 1998 |
| HB 2875 1997–98 |
Part-time employee equityRequires that every employer who offers benefits to any of its full-time employees shall offer the same benefits to all part-time employees on a prorated basis by prorating the employer's share of the premium contribution.... | Steve Conway (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 1998 |