Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Karen Fraser
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5413 1993–94 |
Discrimination in employmentThe legislative intent to provide a discrimination-free employment environment is expanded and the Legislature declares that employers and employees shall be trained and educated to reduce the economic and social costs of... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5424 1993–94 |
Development site explorationGeotechnical exploration activity within shoreline areas of the state is exempt as a substantial development and does not require a permit if the exploration activity does not: (1) interfere materially with normal public use... | Valoria Loveland (D-16) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5425 1993–94 |
Scenic/recreational highwaysBased on the criteria developed by the task force 3,168 miles, or 45 percent of the Washington State highway system, are included in the Scenic and Recreational Highway System. Based on these findings, this bill adds these... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5430 1993–94 |
Hyogo prefecture/sister-statAn appropriation is made for the current biennium to plan for events to commemorate the anniversary of this relationship and to solicit additional funds from the private sector. Any remaining funds are reappropriated. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
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 5436 1993–94 |
Nutritional counselingA pilot project is established to determine the impact of nutritional counseling on recipients of Medicaid. The project will be for a period of two years and will take place in King, Pierce and Spokane counties. | Phil Talmadge (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5447 1993–94 |
Solid waste collection cmpnyThe advance notice required to the public and the UTC by a solid waste collection company of a proposed rate change is extended from 30 to 45 days. The maximum period the UTC may suspend a proposed rate is increased from seven... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5454 1993–94 |
Estuaries/watersheds enhancmThe environmental and forest restoration account is created in the State Treasury. Money in the account is available for forest and stream restoration, for improving water quality in the Puget Sound basin, and for projects... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5463 1993–94 |
Unemploy comp maximum beneftThe maximum weekly unemployment insurance benefit amount is increased to 100 percent of the state average weekly wage. | Ray Moore (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5464 1993–94 |
Unemploy insur disqualifictn"Misconduct" is defined as an employee's act or omission in willful disregard of his employer's interest which results in harm to the employer's business. Having been disqualified for benefits because of misconduct leading to... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | 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 5466 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 is modified. | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5467 1993–94 |
Minimum wageThe state minimum wage for employees 18 years or older is increased to $5.00 per hour on July 1, 1993, to $5.75 per hour on July 1, 1994, and, on July 1, 1995 and automatically adjusted on each July 1 thereafter to 50 percent... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5478 1993–94 |
Recycled paper/local governmIn an effort to further encourage recycling and the use of recycled goods, local governments are required to establish goals to procure recycled content supplies. Procurement of the supplies shall be in percentages equivalent... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5500 1993–94 |
Parks landThe State Parks and Recreation Commission shall obtain prior legislative authorization before disposing or exchanging state park land where the land to be disposed or exchanged is either greater than ten acres or more than 50... | Phil Talmadge (D-34) | 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 5517 1993–94 |
Physician assistantsModifies provisions relating to licensure and supervision of physician assistants. | John Moyer (R-3) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5518 1993–94 |
Podiatric physician/surgeonAuthorizes the issuance of a postgraduate license if an applicant meets all the requirements in RCW 18.22.040 except for completion of one year of postgraduate training. | R. Lorraine Wojahn (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5522 1993–94 |
Pregnancy/alcohol & drug useFour pilot projects are created to provide pretreatment drug and alcohol services for high risk women of child bearing age. Two of the programs are located at public health clinics, and one each at a correctional facility and... | R. Lorraine Wojahn (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5529 1993–94 |
Water rights feesFees are established in statute for water rights applications processed by the Department of Ecology. Fees are increased for filing applications, examinations, permits, and changes and transfers of water rights. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5530 1993–94 |
Unemployment insuranceThe definition of "reasonable assurance" for employees of educational institutions is modified. An offer of employment that is contingent on funding, enrollment, or program changes is not considered "reasonable assurance" of... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5538 1993–94 |
Housing equivalencyProhibits discrimination against families with children and against persons with disabilities. Grants jurisdiction to the superior courts to enjoin unfair practices in violation of RCW 49.60.222 through 49.60.225. Makes it an... | Dwight Pelz (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5550 1993–94 |
Indus insur death benefitsRevises the amount of industrial insurance death benefits under RCW 51.32.050. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5561 1993–94 |
Insurance contractsAn insurer may not take adverse action with regard to an insured (e.g., cancel, increase premiums, or reduce coverage) solely because the insured filed a claim, provided two criteria are met. First, there can be no more than... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5573 1993–94 |
Legislative rules reviewThe Joint Administrative Rules Review Committee (JARRC) is to appoint an executive director and general counsel, and may employ additional staff as necessary to carry out its duties. | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |