Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Karen Fraser
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6334 1995–96 |
Water rights administrationA number of provisions to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of permit processing are provided. Many of the requirements for permit applicants, the Department of Ecology and the Pollution Control Hearings Board (PCHB)... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6395 1995–96 |
Maritime historic preservatnWhen completing vessel registration, boat owners have the opportunity to make a voluntary donation to support the maritime historic restoration and preservation activities of the Grays Harbor Historical Seaport and the Steamer... | Sid Snyder (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6405 1995–96 |
Scenic byways designationA "scenic byway" designation program is created. The authority for designation and removal of designation is the responsibility of the Transportation Commission. | Brad Owen (D-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6426 1995–96 |
Housing finance commissionThe commission is given authority to impose covenants that run with the land in order to satisfy and enforce requirements of applicable state and federal law and commission policy and to enforce contracts between the... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6432 1995–96 |
Deaf, deaf-blind child eductThe Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services, OSPI, the State Board of Education and the Education Service Districts must conduct a study and report to the Legislature on the unmet needs of deaf, deaf-blind and hard of... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6443 1995–96 |
Oil or gas explorationThe provision extending the moratorium is repealed thereby making permanent the moratorium on oil or gas exploration, development or production. | Darlene Fairley (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6445 1995–96 |
Water supply regulationThe Department of Ecology may regulate water users only in the following situations: (1) where all the rights at issue are permitted or certificated rights; (2) where an instream flow rule has been adopted; or (3) where water... | Dean Sutherland (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6446 1995–96 |
Water rights/instream purposIndividuals and governments are explicitly allowed to acquire rights for "instream uses," without a physical diversion of water. A water right holder can temporarily transfer a right to an instream use, and later transfer all... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6462 1995–96 |
Domestic violence penaltiesIn a felony case, the sentencing court may impose an exceptional sentence above the standard range if the offense involved domestic violence and one of the following circumstances: (1) the offense was part of an ongoing... | R. Lorraine Wojahn (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6467 1995–96 |
Pollution source feesAll new source review fees, and all RACT determination fees, are deposited into the air pollution control fund. Language that distinguishes between funds from permit program sources and non-permit program sources is deleted. | Harriet Spanel (D-40) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 29, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6479 1995–96 |
Priv business/public assistnState agencies providing financial assistance to a private business must set wage, benefit, and job creation or retention goals for the business and the business must create a net increase in jobs within two years of receipt... | Dwight Pelz (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6504 1995–96 |
Voters' pamphletThe provisions governing the publication and distribution of the state Voter's Pamphlets and state Candidate's Pamphlets by the Secretary of State are consolidated. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6518 1995–96 |
Cross-state trail systemA new cross-state trail system is established. The state-owned segments of the old Milwaukee Road corridor stretching from Ellensburg to Lind are consolidated into a single owner, DOT. DOT is directed to negotiate a franchise... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6535 1995–96 |
International exchangesThe Legislature recognizes the importance of international exchange programs and sister relationships in promoting international trade and encouraging cultural awareness. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6543 1995–96 |
Growth management planningBoards of Adjustment . The statute governing the operation of local boards of adjustment are amended to conform to the land use appeal provisions of ESHB 1724. Local Permit Review . The definition of closed record appeals is... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6597 1995–96 |
Developmnt/preapplctn meetngJurisdictions planning under general planning statutes and the Growth Management Act are required to adopt regulations that facilitate preapplication meetings that are optional on the part of the permitting authority, and that... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6600 1995–96 |
Residentl property disclosurQuestions about the zoning and permit history of the property are added to the real property transfer disclosure statement. The notice to the buyer required by the disclosure statement also states that more information about... | Bob McCaslin (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6690 1995–96 |
Water permit feesA new fee schedule is established for: (1) filing of water right applications; (2) processing water right applications; (3) issuance of water right certificates; and (4) examination of plans and specifications for certain... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6701 1995–96 |
Intercity transportationA grant process is established to enhance information available regarding public conveyance among King, Pierce, Snohomish and Thurston counties along corridors of state interest. The Transportation Improvement Board is to... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6703 1995–96 |
Historic preservationOAHP is authorized to establish a stewardship center to conduct activities of state and local agencies in the identification and protection of cultural resources. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6736 1995–96 |
School employee arbitrationThe section is repealed in the Educational Employment Relations Act that provides for mediation and fact-finding in the case of a bargaining impasse. It is replaced with provisions establishing a system of mediation and... | Calvin Goings (D-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6774 1995–96 |
Trust land transfer programIt is the intent of the Legislature to establish a public process and clear guidelines for the trust land transfer programs. Revenue is provided for construction of public schools and the replacement properties purchased have... | Kathleen Drew (D-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6775 1995–96 |
Destroyed property/tx reliefReal property taxes and special assessments on property that is destroyed in whole or in part during the year, or that is in a disaster area declared by the Governor and has been reduced in value by more than 20 percent in... | Dean Sutherland (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 7, 1996 |
| SB 6579 1995–96 |
Credit union share guarantyProcedures and standards are provided for the transition of all WCUSGA members to the federal share insurance program, and the statutes authorizing the existence of the association are repealed. Members must file a completed... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 5, Laws of 1996 |
Mar 6, 1996 |
| SB 5436 1995–96 |
Abuse victims insuranceInsurers and health carriers are prohibited from denying, or refusing to issue, renew, or reissue an insurance policy or coverage on the basis of the insured's, covered individual's, or applicant's abuse status. Insurers and... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 21, 1996 |