Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Dean Sutherland
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5264 1993–94 |
State trade office/RussiaThe Department of Trade and Economic Development is directed to establish a trade office in the Russian Far East. A null and void clause is added, making the bill contingent upon funding in the 1993-95 biennial budget. | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5268 1993–94 |
Collective bargainingThe binding interest arbitration provisions of the Public Employees' Collective Bargaining Act for uniformed personnel are extended to: (1)the law enforcement officers of all cities, towns, and counties; (2)peace officers... | Dean Sutherland (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5281 1993–94 |
Fish/wildlife enhancementProperty owners may enter into agreements with the Department of Fisheries and/or the Department of Wildlife, depending on the habitat to be enhanced. Under the agreement, the agreeing department will consult with the... | Jim Hargrove (D-24) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5287 1993–94 |
Livestock theft/restitutionIf the court has ordered a person convicted of theft of livestock in the first or second degree to make restitution and the person fails to make restitution under the terms of the court order, the person may be imprisoned.... | Scott Barr (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5363 1993–94 |
Water rights claimsA person may file a water right claim with the Department of Ecology if the priority date of the claim is prior to June 6, 1917, and the statement is accompanied by notarized affidavits supporting the claimed right. The claim... | Irv Newhouse (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5390 1993–94 |
Conservation tariff paymentsThe Utilities and Transportation Commission may approve a tariff requested by an electric or natural gas company that contains rates or charges for energy conservation measures, services or payments provided to individual... | Dean Sutherland (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5398 1993–94 |
Primary voters' pamphletThe Secretary of State must publish a candidates' pamphlet as soon as possible before each state primary election. The pamphlet contains photographs and campaign statements of candidates who wish to be included, together with... | Kevin Quigley (D-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5399 1993–94 |
Campaign spending limitsThe original bill was not considered. EFFECT OF PROPOSED SUBSTITUTE: Voluntary campaign expenditure limits are established for candidates seeking state office, and candidates must indicate whether they accept or reject such... | Kevin Quigley (D-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5400 1993–94 |
Campaign contribtns/spendingThe original bill was not considered. EFFECT OF PROPOSED SECOND SUBSTITUTE: Voluntary campaign expenditure limits are established for candidates seeking state office, and candidates must indicate whether they accept or reject... | Kevin Quigley (D-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5412 1993–94 |
Paint and coating applicatrsThe original bill was not considered. EFFECT OF PROPOSED SUBSTITUTE: A paint and coating applicator's education, testing, and certification program is established within the Department of Labor and Industries. | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5435 1993–94 |
Unlawful securities transactThe statute of limitations is extended to five years for civil actions based on fraudulent securities practices or violations of certain securities registration provisions. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5439 1993–94 |
UTC membershipTwo additional members are added to the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission. | Bob McCaslin (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5461 1993–94 |
Unemploy benefits disqualifDisqualification for benefits for voluntarily leaving employment is limited to having left the most recent work. An employee disqualified for benefits after discharge or suspension for misconduct may requalify for benefits... | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5465 1993–94 |
Unemployment insuranceThe existing statutory provisions granting unemployment benefits to individuals that have suffered a temporary total disability which is compensable under the state's industrial insurance or crime victims compensation laws are... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5469 1993–94 |
Eviron policy act thresholdWithin 30 days of receiving an application and environmental checklist, the lead agency shall either (1) issue a threshold determination, (2) respond in writing as to the application or checklist completeness, or (3) request... | Dean Sutherland (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5507 1993–94 |
LEOFF plan II provisionsMembers of the Law Enforcement Officers' and Fire Fighters' Retirement System Plan II may retire with full benefits at age 50 with five years of service. Members of LEOFF II who become disabled may receive a disability... | Marcus Gaspard (D-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5526 1993–94 |
Columbia riv resource tsk foThe President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives are required to appoint two members, one from each caucus, to represent the state of Washington on the Columbia River Resource Task Force. Legislative... | Scott Barr (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5537 1993–94 |
Alternate operator serviceThe Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (WUTC) may suspend the registration of an alternate operator services (AOS) company if the WUTC finds that the rates of an AOS company are not for the public convenience... | Dean Sutherland (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5543 1993–94 |
Product packaging regulationThe state's authority to preempt local government's authority to impose certain bans or taxes on products or product packaging is extended from July 1, 1993 to July 1, 1997. The Clean Washington Center shall make a... | Dean Sutherland (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5622 1993–94 |
Community calling area fundThe Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (WUTC) may impose a charge on all switched access lines provided by local telephone companies within the state. The charge may not exceed ten cents per line per month and... | Dean Sutherland (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5630 1993–94 |
Collective bargaining/stateA joint labor-management board is established with an equal number of labor representatives appointed by state employee organizations of various sizes, and management representatives appointed by the Governor as specified in... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5654 1993–94 |
Electricians/continuing educRequires satisfactory completion of an annual eight-hour continuing education course. | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5655 1993–94 |
Electrical inspection feesWithin the service area of an electricity supply agency owned and operated by a city or town, which is outside the corporate limits of the city or town, the agency may charge an enforcement fee of up to 125 percent of those... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5656 1993–94 |
Electrical inspectionsThe Department of Labor and Industries and all incorporated cities and towns have the joint power and duty to enforce the provisions of the electrical inspection law. It is made clear that this power and duty includes proof of... | Dwight Pelz (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5657 1993–94 |
Prompt pay/improvementsOwners must promptly pay their prime contractor, who must promptly pay its subcontractors and suppliers who then have the same obligation, within ten days of receiving loan disbursements, draws, progress payments, final... | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |