Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Janéa Holmquist Newbry
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5209 2011–12 |
Water right beneficial useAnnual consumptive quantity means the estimated or actual amount of water diverted pursuant to the water right during the peak year of water use within the most recent 15-year period of beneficial use, reduced by the estimated... | Jerome Delvin (R-8) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5210 2011–12 |
Water commission/creationCreates the Washington water commission. Transfers certain powers, duties, and functions of the department of ecology pertaining to water resources to the Washington water commission. | Jerome Delvin (R-8) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5254 2011–12 |
Explosive dealers/licensingProvides that a license for an explosives dealer, manufacturer, seller, or storage is good for three years. Changes the frequency of inspections of licensed explosives plants, storage buildings, or structures. | Mark Schoesler (R-9) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5258 2011–12 |
Alcohol beverage controlThe bill as referred to committee not considered. | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5276 2011–12 |
Family & med leave insuranceEliminates the family and medical leave insurance act. | Janéa Holmquist Newbry (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5277 2011–12 |
Workers' comp premium ratesRequires the department of labor and industries to annually: (1) Adjust rates to become effective on January 1st of each year; and (2) Provide the workers' compensation advisory committee with an analysis of the status and... | Janéa Holmquist Newbry (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5279 2011–12 |
Recovery/industr. insuranceRevises the definition of "recovery" to include economic and noneconomic damages for purposes of legal actions under industrial insurance statutes. | Janéa Holmquist Newbry (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5280 2011–12 |
Industr. insurance/agreemntsAuthorizes the parties to a claim for benefits to enter into a voluntary settlement agreement at any time with respect to one or more claims for benefits under industrial insurance laws. Requires the department of labor and... | Janéa Holmquist Newbry (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5281 2011–12 |
PUDs/deferred compensationThe PUD may establish and maintain any plan of deferred compensation or supplemental savings plan for retirement for its employees and officials, including commissioners. The requirement that the official or employee not be a... | Steve Hobbs (D-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5284 2011–12 |
State agency debt collectionRequires state agencies and institutions to: (1) Assign all debts over ninety days past due to a collection agency; and (2) Give preference to businesses that have hired state employees displaced by the act. Requires the... | Steve Hobbs (D-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5293 2011–12 |
Columbia Basin project/waterThe total number of acres irrigated by a person under the groundwater right and through the use of the Project's water must not exceed the quantity of water authorized by the federal Bureau of Reclamation and the number of... | Mark Schoesler (R-9) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5294 2011–12 |
Public records inspectionThose cities, towns, and special purpose districts that customarily do not maintain office hours for a minimum of 30 hours per week are not required to do so. They must post on the agency headquarters or on their website... | Dan Swecker (R-20) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5323 2011–12 |
Retirement of judgesA judge must retire from office either at the end of the calendar year in which the judge attains the age of 75 years or upon the expiration of the member's term of office after attaining such age. | Paull Shin (D-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5329 2011–12 |
Special investigations div.A Division of Special Investigations (DSI) is established in the SAO. The Auditor appoints the DSI Director who must be chosen solely upon the basis of integrity and demonstrated ability in law enforcement management, public... | Mike Carrell (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5330 2011–12 |
Temp assist/needy familiesNo later than July 1, 2012, DSHS must dispense TANF cash assistance as an electronic voucher benefit using the EBT system to ensure that the grant is being spent for the benefit of the children. The EBT voucher is to consist... | Joseph Zarelli (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5331 2011–12 |
Child care providers/auditsRequires the department of early learning to annually conduct an audit of the attendance and financial records of certain child care providers receiving a working connections child care subsidy. | Mike Carrell (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5336 2011–12 |
Abortion funding limitsProhibits public funds from being used for payment or reimbursement for the performance of any induced abortion. | Val Stevens (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5414 2011–12 |
License plate replacementThe requirement that DOL mandate a license plate replacement period is removed. | Senator (R-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5416 2011–12 |
Toll revenueThe bill as referred to committee not considered. | Senator (R-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5419 2011–12 |
Legislative action/noticeThe Senate and the House may not hold a public hearing or vote on an omnibus operation, capital, or transportation appropriations bill; any tax or fee bill; or any proposed substitute, striking amendment, or conference... | Senator (R-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5440 2011–12 |
Electric vehiclesProhibiting the WUTC From Regulating Electric Vehicle Charging Stations. | Phil Rockefeller (D-23) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5461 2011–12 |
Retrosp. rating plan claimsAuthorizes retrospective rating plan employers and groups who administer their plans with an approved claims administrator to assist the department of labor and industries in the processing of claims. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5478 2011–12 |
Renewable fuel contentFindings and Intent. The Legislature finds that in 2006 Washington committed to ensure market access for alternative fuels, resulting in significant investments to develop in-state feedstock production, oilseed crushing... | Janéa Holmquist Newbry (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5486 2011–12 |
Taxpayer savings accountCreates the taxpayer savings account to provide an option for taxpayers to voluntarily contribute more to state government. | Don Benton (R-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Apr 11, 2012 |
| SB 5552 2011–12 |
Protection orders/workplaceUnlawful harassment includes willful conduct towards a specific person or an employer which seriously alarms, annoys, harasses, or is detrimental to that person or employer and which serves no legitimate or lawful purpose. An... | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Apr 11, 2012 |