Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Kelli Linville
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2356 1997–98 |
Sales/use tx exmptn certificThe requirement to report sales and use tax exemptions for machinery and equipment used directly in a manufacturing operation or research and development operation to the Department of Revenue is eliminated. | Bill Reams (R-48) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2369 1997–98 |
Slayer benefts/victm's deathThe slayer = s rights to retirement benefits of the victim under the state retirement system are taken away and given to the victim = s estate. The Department of Retirement Systems, after notice that a slayer situation exists,... | Don Carlson (R-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2374 1997–98 |
Higher ed board student membFor the University of Washington and for Washington State University, the Governor, with the consent of the Senate, appoints one full-time student in good standing to the board of regents. The student is chosen from a list of... | Don Carlson (R-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2435 1997–98 |
Independent campaign expendiNew special reports on independent expenditures of $1,000 or more. A person must file a special report with the PDC who makes an independent expenditure within 21 days of an election that totals $1,000 or more to support a... | John Pennington (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2515 1997–98 |
ApiariesA petition may be filed with the Department of Agriculture to form a Honey Bee Commission. The petition is required to contain signatures by at least 15 percent of the registered apiarists who represent at least 15 percent of... | Gary Chandler (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2516 1997–98 |
Artificial inseminatn liensA provider of artificial insemination services or materials for animals has the same lien as the lien provided currently for the owner of a sire, except that the provider need not secure a certificate from the county auditor... | Gary Chandler (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2618 1997–98 |
Fertilizer regulationBulk fertilizer must now be registered for distribution in this state, in the manner currently required for packaged fertilizer. The registration application must identify any waste-derived fertilizer, micronutrient... | Gary Chandler (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2682 1997–98 |
School medicaid incentve payThe amount of federal Medicaid funds which may be retained is increased from 20 percent to 50 percent for school districts with enrollments of less than 2000 students. | Cathy McMorris (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2705 1997–98 |
Workers' comp self-insuranceTwo or more employers in the logging industry may form self-insurance groups to cover their industrial insurance responsibilities if: (1) the employers are members of an organization that has been in existence for at least... | Cathy McMorris (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2890 1997–98 |
Transportation perfrmnc budgThe Transportation Efficiency and Accountability Act is created. DOL, DOT, and WSP must implement a performance budgeting system that provides a link between agency objectives and the budget. | Maryann Mitchell (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2915 1997–98 |
Dairy nutrientsThe dairy waste management program is modified by requiring dairy farm inspections and dairy nutrient management plans, creating an advisory and oversight committee and technical assistance teams, providing better response... | John Koster (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 2925 1997–98 |
Water systemsInterties may be used to develop new sources of supply to meet future demands if the water system is making efficient use of existing sources of supply and the use of water is consistent with local land use plans and... | Gary Chandler (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 3049 1997–98 |
Watershed planning/mitigatnThe Department of Transportation, the Department of Fish and Wildlife, and the Department of Ecology are directed to co-chair a work group to develop a framework for evaluating mitigation alternatives within and between... | Kelli Linville (D-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 3056 1997–98 |
On-site wastewater certificaThe Department of Health and the Department of Licensing must convene an advisory committee to develop legislation to establish licensing requirements for designers of on-site septic systems, and a certification program for... | Gary Chandler (R-13) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 34, Laws of 1998 |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 3136 1997–98 |
Transportation fundingDeclares that the purpose of this act is to reallocate the general fund portion of the state's motor vehicle excise tax revenues among local governments and the state's transportation programs. By reallocating motor vehicle... | Jim Kastama (D-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 12, 1998 |
| HB 3130 1997–98 |
Equal opportunity/quotasDeclares that the state is prohibited from using quotas that require hiring or selecting persons in public employment, education, and contracting, based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Declares that no... | Kip Tokuda (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 9, 1998 |
| HB 3133 1997–98 |
Watershed managementDeclares an intent to provide locally based groups with the opportunity to: Assess local water supplies and needs and develop strategies to provide adequate water for economic prosperity and environmental protection while... | Gary Chandler (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Mar 6, 1998 |
| HB 3131 1997–98 |
Affirmative action policyDeclares that the purpose of the commission is to establish public affirmative action policies based on economic disadvantage, develop a plan for implementing those policies, and monitor ongoing compliance with those policies.... | Hans Dunshee (D-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 26, 1998 |
| HB 2298 1997–98 |
Underground storage tanksThe state underground storage tank program is revised and placed on a sunset schedule. The program terminates on July 1, 2009 unless reauthorized by the Legislature. | Gary Chandler (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Feb 24, 1998 |
| HB 2400 1997–98 |
Rural development councilThe transition strategy regarding membership to the Washington State Rural Development Council (WSRDC) is revised to include appointments to the existing executive committee. The new executive committee must be fully formed by 1999. | Mark Schoesler (R-9) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Feb 24, 1998 |
| HB 2484 1997–98 |
Public disclosure law violatThe PDC may no longer determine if a violation of public disclosure laws has occurred and may refer an apparent violation to appropriate law enforcement agencies or may petition an administrative law judge to determine if a... | Barbara Lisk (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Feb 24, 1998 |
| HB 2485 1997–98 |
Internal distributns/B&O taxThe "internal distributions" tax is eliminated. | Steve Van Luven (R-48) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Feb 24, 1998 |
| HB 2930 1997–98 |
Carbonated beverage taxesA retailer may claim a credit against B&O tax for the amount of carbonated syrup taxes paid. Therefore, revenue to the general fund will be reduced as a result of this bill, but not revenue to the VRDE account. | Barbara Lisk (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Feb 24, 1998 |
| HB 3114 1997–98 |
Tipped employees health insuAn employer may count tips as wages in meeting any state minimum wage rate above $5.15 per hour, if the employer offers health insurance coverage to the employer = s full time and qualified part time employees. | Cathy McMorris (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Feb 24, 1998 |
| HB 3127 1997–98 |
Class size reductionProvides that certificated instructional staffing allocations shall be as follows: (1) For students in grade four, beginning in the 1998-99 school year, allocations shall be on the basis of one full-time certificated... | Grace Cole (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 17, 1998 |