Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Margarita Prentice
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6639 1999–00 |
Gambling/youth educationFor the fiscal years ending 2000 and 2001, $75,000 or as much as may be necessary is appropriated from the general fund to the Gambling Commission for youth education awareness on problem gambling. | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 2000 |
| SB 6655 1999–00 |
Residential habilitationThe Residential Habilitation Board is created. All duties and responsibilities related to the management of RHCs are transferred to the board. | Pat Thibaudeau (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 2000 |
| SB 6657 1999–00 |
Prescription drugs/prc limitProvides that, as a condition of being a provider for the medical assistance program under chapter 74.09 RCW, any pharmacy, upon presentation of a valid medicare card, may charge a medicare beneficiary a price no greater than... | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 2000 |
| SB 6658 1999–00 |
Prescription drugs/low-costThe Washington low-cost prescription drug program is created. The Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) is authorized to conduct the program and set rules. | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 2000 |
| SB 6659 1999–00 |
Prescription drug benefitsDirects the department to apply to the federal health care financing administration for a waiver under section 1115 of the federal social security act to provide medicaid prescription drug benefits to qualified persons who are... | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 2000 |
| SB 6660 1999–00 |
Prescription drgs/pymnt asstThe Washington drug payment assistance program is created, providing eligible recipients with access to affordable prescription drugs. The Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) is responsible for administering the... | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 2000 |
| SB 6672 1999–00 |
Agency advertisementsAny commercial or advertisement provided by or on behalf of a state agency that uses film, video, or other form of live action media must be filmed in Washington State. If a state agency determines that it is not possible to... | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 2000 |
| SB 6673 1999–00 |
Depression in poverty studyDirects the department of health to perform or contract for the performance of the Washington state clinical depression in poverty study to be conducted on the Washington state temporary assistance for needy families adult... | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 2000 |
| SB 6674 1999–00 |
PERS/death benefitProvides that a one hundred fifty thousand dollar death benefit shall be paid to the member's estate, or such person or persons, trust or organization as the member has nominated by written designation duly executed and filed... | Calvin Goings (D-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 2000 |
| SB 6591 1999–00 |
Insurance documentsThe Insurance Commissioner may exempt insurance documents or forms by order or rule from the filing requirements of Chapter 48.18. | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 20, 2000 |
| SB 6615 1999–00 |
Work-based trainingThe State Board for Community and Technical Colleges must provide a bonus for each full-time equivalent student enrolled in a vocational-technical degree or certificate program with a work-based learning component. The bonus... | Albert Bauer (D-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 20, 2000 |
| SB 6616 1999–00 |
Technical trainingThe State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) must analyze the training needs of the largest industrial sectors in Washington with the highest annual rate of increase in employment. The information must be made... | Albert Bauer (D-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 20, 2000 |
| SB 6627 1999–00 |
Animals in schoolsProvides that any student who expresses an objection to the performance of or witnessing the dissection of an animal shall not be required to participate in or observe the dissection. Alternative projects shall be provided for... | Tracey Eide (D-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 20, 2000 |
| SB 6628 1999–00 |
Egg-laying hensProvides that no egg handler nor dealer shall, as of July 1, 2005, keep any egg-laying hen in a cage with less that eighty-six square inches of floor space per hen. | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 20, 2000 |
| SB 6544 1999–00 |
Cetaceans and sireniansDeclares an intent to prevent suffering and mortality of cetaceans (dolphins, porpoises, and whales) and sirenians (manatees and dugongs) by prohibiting their capture when applicable to Washington territorial waters,... | Julia Patterson (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 19, 2000 |
| SB 6551 1999–00 |
Landlord-tenant actAmends RCW 59.18.180 relating to cause for eviction under the landlord-tenant act. | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 19, 2000 |
| SB 6581 1999–00 |
Regional trans systemsLocal governments must notify the Department of Transportation regarding any substantial development proposal that, if approved, would impact state-owned and operated transportation facilities. Substantial development... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 19, 2000 |
| SB 6582 1999–00 |
Interstate highwaysInterstate highway on and off-ramps are not included as being of statewide significance. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 19, 2000 |
| SB 6484 1999–00 |
Impound paymentsAuthorizes the redemption of vehicles through credit cards and checks drawn on financial institutions. | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 18, 2000 |
| SB 6453 1999–00 |
Spending and fee increasesAmends RCW 43.135.010 and 43.135.025 relating to state spending and fee increase limitations. | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| SB 5097 1999–00 |
Archaeology/historic prsrvtnAn 11 member task force is created to study the issue of the Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation. A single recommendation for the location of the office within state government must be made to the Legislature and... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 14, 2000 |
| SB 5111 1999–00 |
Genetic info/health insuranc$ Establishes protections against inappropriate use of genetic information. | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 14, 2000 |
| SB 5280 1999–00 |
Vehicle liability insuranceEffective January 1, 2000, the owner of a vehicle wishing to renew the license of the vehicle must provide proof of motor vehicle liability insurance, a certificate of self-insurance, a certificate of deposit, or proof of... | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 14, 2000 |
| SB 6370 1999–00 |
Nonambulatory livestockDesignates procedures for the protection of nonambulatory livestock. | Julia Patterson (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2000 |
| SB 6371 1999–00 |
School employee/death beneftA $150,000 death benefit is placed into law for school employees killed in the course of their employment. Those eligible to receive the benefits are members of the retirement systems applicable to teachers, classified staff,... | Tracey Eide (D-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2000 |