Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Barbara Cothern
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2453 1993–94 |
Mental health service delivrThe Department of Social and Health Services is required to establish a pilot project in two regional support networks to create innovative and streamlined mental health delivery systems which minimize unnecessary regulations... | Hans Dunshee (D-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2483 1993–94 |
Meals/prepared food tax exmpDeclares that the term "sale" does not apply to meals furnished by an employer to an employee for services rendered, by a hospital or nursing home to patients, and by a public or private school to staff and students. | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2490 1993–94 |
Future teachers scholarshipParticipants in the future teacher conditional scholarship program may repay their service obligations in one of two ways. Participants may teach in the state either in the public schools or in approved education programs. | Robert Basich (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2544 1993–94 |
Semiautomatic assault weapnsProvides a listing of weapons deemed to be semiautomatic assault weapons which are prohibited from manufacture, selling, buying, or possessing. Declares a violation to be a class C felony. | Marlin Appelwick (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2574 1993–94 |
Minrty-womn's export asstnceTwenty-five thousand dollars is appropriated to the Department of Trade and Economic Development for minority and women-owned business export assistance activities. | Vivian Caver (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2578 1993–94 |
Transportation funds transfrDesignates the accounts and funds which shall receive eighty percent of their proportionate share of earnings based upon each account's or fund's average daily balance for the period. Revises the required deposit schedule for... | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2580 1993–94 |
Vehicle wreckersRequires the development of a plan for unique titling and registration of significantly damaged vehicles to help prevent the sale of repaired, but unsafe, vehicles to the public. Makes it a misdemeanor for a person to sell or... | James Johanson (D-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2586 1993–94 |
Domestic violence victimsDomestic violence shelters will provide prevention and treatment programs to victims of domestic violence, including parenting support, education and conflict resolution skills, and information and referral services. | Linda Johnson (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2589 1993–94 |
Storm water discharge/sedimnDesignates a single set of standards in rules for storm water discharge permits and for sediment quality control and sediment source control. | James Johanson (D-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2596 1993–94 |
Legis info computer distribtThe joint Legislative Service Center is directed to make the following information available to the public in electronic form: legislative calendar, schedule of legislative committee hearings, list of matters pending on the... | Bill Finkbeiner (R-45) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2597 1993–94 |
School district bondsAuthorizes the acquisition of computer hardware and software technology enhancements to school facilities. | Bill Finkbeiner (R-45) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2610 1993–94 |
Tobacco products/schools grnTo protect students and the public from exposure to cancer-causing agents in environmental tobacco smoke, by January 1, 1995, each college, university, and vocational school must adopt and enforce a written policy mandating a... | Linda Johnson (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2621 1993–94 |
Air transportation planningAn efficient and integrated air transportation system is crucial to the state's economy and the well-being of its citizens. This can only be achieved by greater state leadership. | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2648 1993–94 |
Publ emplymnt benefits lossTerminates public employment benefits of public employees or officials who are convicted of a felony offense. | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2651 1993–94 |
Retired senior volunteer proMakes an appropriation of one hundred fifty thousand dollars. | Dave Mastin (R-16) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2654 1993–94 |
State historical societyAuthorizes moneys from the department of general administration facilities and services revolving fund to be used for the purposes of the act. | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2703 1993–94 |
Judicial candidates/campaignProhibits any sanction against a judge for announcing his or her views on legal or political issues as part of the person's candidacy for an elected or appointed judicial office. | Jean Marie Brough (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2710 1993–94 |
Motorcycle helmet exceptionProvides an exemption when the operator possesses written verification from a licensed physician that he or she is unable to wear a helmet for physical or medical reasons. | Evan Jones (D-24) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2720 1993–94 |
Technology in schools grantDeclares a purpose to increase student learning through the expanded and more productive use of technology. Establishes a formula to determine the amount of funds to be granted school districts. Requires school districts to... | Randolph Dorn (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2723 1993–94 |
Property valuation appealsThe governing body of the county, city or town, or school district may appeal a property value to the county board of equalization. | Barbara Holm (D-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2777 1993–94 |
Libraries for 21st centuryThe Washington Libraries of the 21st Century Program is created. | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2792 1993–94 |
Income assist/job opportunitThe following changes are made to property tax laws: oThe use of credit cards to pay property taxes is altered to allow property taxes to be paid by credit card or debit card, but only if the cost of processing such a... | Holly Myers (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2797 1993–94 |
Juv offender educatn task foThe Legislature intends to consolidate responsibility into one entity for the provision of educational services for juvenile offenders in the custody of the Department of Social and Health Services. It is the intent of the... | Grace Cole (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2800 1993–94 |
Postsecondary educ resourceThe postsecondary education resource center is created. The HECB will administer the center. | Bill Finkbeiner (R-45) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2809 1993–94 |
Photography studiosPhotography studios are not required to employ licensed cosmetologists to style the hair of customers in preparation for photography sessions. Photography studio employees who style, curl or tease a customer's hair, without... | Bill Backlund (R-45) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |