Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by James Johanson
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 1681 1993–94 |
Political advertisingWritten political advertising must include the following statement, signed by the responsible party: "I fully accept responsibility for the accuracy of this message." Such a signed statement must also be filed with a... | Tracey Eide (D-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1682 1993–94 |
Aerospace workers assistanceProvides help to families and workers in aerospace impact areas to make the transition through economic difficulties and provide services to assist workers to gain marketable skills. Makes an appropriation of one million... | Tracey Eide (D-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1687 1993–94 |
Haz waste/pollution dischargProhibits a state or local government agency from issuing a permit for the discharge of hazardous waste onto property not owned by the permittee. | James Johanson (D-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1696 1993–94 |
Property taxes/elderlyRequires a person to meet all the requirements of RCW 84.36.381 through 84.36.389. | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1700 1993–94 |
Commission on womenLocal government self-insurance programs established as trusts for employee health and welfare benefits may share controlling authority with employees if the local government maintains at least half the voting interests, if no... | Velma Veloria (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1703 1993–94 |
Alternate operator serviceThe UTC may suspend the registration of an AOS company if the UTC finds that its charges are not for the public convenience and advantage, or if the AOS company is not in compliance with the accounting requirements of the UTC.... | James Johanson (D-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1705 1993–94 |
Involuntary treatmentAdults incapacitated as a result of chemical dependency, which includes alcohol or drug addiction, are subject to the involuntary commitment procedures for treatment under the Involuntary Treatment Act. | Linda Johnson (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1722 1993–94 |
Traffic light controlsDepartment of Transportation maintenance vehicles and city and county maintenance vehicles would be permitted to use optical strobe light devices to perform maintenance tests on traffic control lights. Public transit agencies... | Paul Zellinsky (D-23) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1732 1993–94 |
Cable television accessA tenant of a multiple dwelling premises is granted the right of access to cable television service if an access agreement exists between the landlord and an operator holding a franchise - an operator with municipal or state... | Bill Grant (D-16) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1737 1993–94 |
Crimes/minors & devel disablA definition of communicating with a minor for immoral purposes is provided to address constitutional defects, and a new crime of "luring" is created. New definition of communicating with a minor for immoral purposes. | Ida Ballasiotes (R-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1739 1993–94 |
Citizen suggestion programBeginning January 1, 1994, the Productivity Board must administer a citizen suggestion program. Cash awards for these suggestions must be based on using the same criteria which apply for state employee suggestions. | Bill Finkbeiner (R-45) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1745 1993–94 |
Employment relations/stateRecognizes the principles of collective bargaining by granting state employees the right to organize for the purpose of negotiating wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment. Creates the state employees'... | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1759 1993–94 |
Sex offense perpetratorsThe second degree rape statute and the indecent liberties statute are amended to address situations involving sexual intercourse or sexual contact between health care providers and their patients. A health care provider is... | Holly Myers (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1763 1993–94 |
Self-esteem curriculumRequires the inclusion in curricula for future teachers of ways to enhance the self-esteem of common school students. | Robert Basich (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1764 1993–94 |
Student voluntr commun servcCommon schools serving students in grades seven through twelve are encouraged to offer opportunities for students to do volunteer community service. The Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction and the State Board of... | Robert Basich (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1768 1993–94 |
Courthouse facilitator prgrmA county may create a courthouse facilitator program to provide basic services to pro se litigants in family law cases. The county legislative authority may impose user fees or may impose a surcharge on superior court filing... | Marlin Appelwick (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1776 1993–94 |
Science & technology officeThe Office of Science and Technology is created within the Department of Trade and Economic Development (DTED). DTED's special assistant for technology administers the office. | Jesse Wineberry (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1783 1993–94 |
Criminal property damageIncludes a malicious act to a person's pet dog or cat in the offense of malicious mischief in the second degree. | Steve Van Luven (R-48) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1788 1993–94 |
Airport siting and fundingRemoves airport siting decisions from local governments and requires the state air transportation commission to assume that responsibility. Repeals RCW 53.08.350. | Georgette Valle (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1793 1993–94 |
Land purchase or exchangeRequires a fiscal note for the purchase or exchange of land. Specifies the required contents of a fiscal note. | Mark Schoesler (R-9) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1795 1993–94 |
Vehicular pursuitBy September 30, 1993, the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission, Washington State Patrol and Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs must develop a written model vehicular pursuit policy that... | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1807 1993–94 |
Attorneys fees against stateRequires the office of financial development to report annually to the legislature on the amount of fees and other expenses awarded during the preceding fiscal year. | Dave Mastin (R-16) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1821 1993–94 |
Agency rules suspensionRequires the rules review committee to forward proposed corrective legislation to the legislature when a rule is recommended for suspension under RCW 34.05.640. | Barbara Lisk (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1828 1993–94 |
Crime victims' advocacyThe Office of Crime Victims' Advocacy is established in statute as an office within DCD. The broad purpose assigned to the office is to provide a focus within state government on the rights of, and services for, victims of... | Holly Myers (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1829 1993–94 |
Criminal justice programsDeletes the expiration date of January 1, 1994, for various criminal justice assistance accounts. Establishes a task force on city and county finances. Makes an appropriation of one hundred thousand dollars to carry out the... | Dave Mastin (R-16) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |