Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Ken Jacobsen
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 1635 1993–94 |
Jumbo ferriesUpon legislative authorization to purchase one or more jumbo ferry vessels, the Department of Transportation (DOT) is required to publish notice of its intent in at least one state trade paper and one other paper of general... | Paul Zellinsky (D-23) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 493, Laws of 1993 |
May 18, 1993 |
| HB 1673 1993–94 |
Aerospace industry task frceThe Aerospace Industry Legislative Task Force is established, composed of representatives of the Legislature, the Governor's office, the aerospace industry, chambers of commerce, aerospace unions, the county councils of King,... | Judith Roland (D-31) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
May 18, 1993 |
| HB 1785 1993–94 |
Waterway/watershed restoratnAn Interagency Council on Environmental and Forest Restoration is created within the Office of the Governor. The 15 member council consists of the Governor, who serves as chair, representatives of nine state agencies and... | Gary Locke (D-37) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 516, Laws of 1993 |
May 18, 1993 |
| HB 1007 1993–94 |
Transportation planningThe responsibilities of the Department of Transportation (DOT) in regard to transportation planning are defined. | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 446, Laws of 1993 |
May 17, 1993 |
| HB 1085 1993–94 |
Transportation demand mangmtThe governing boards of institutions of higher learning may impose either a voluntary or mandatory transportation fee on their employees and students to fund transportation demand management programs that reduce the need for... | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 447, Laws of 1993 |
May 17, 1993 |
| HB 1006 1993–94 |
Public-private initiativesIt is the intent of the Legislature to enhance the ability of the state to provide an efficient transportation system through the use of public-private initiatives which allow private entities to plan, design, develop,... | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 370, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1059 1993–94 |
Weapons in court facilitiesWeapons are prohibited in restricted areas of court facilities, jails, public mental health facilities, and in places classified as off-limits to persons under 21 years of age by the state Liquor Control Board. A weapon is... | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 396, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1107 1993–94 |
Bus right of wayThe driver of a vehicle must yield the right of way to a transit vehicle traveling in the same direction that has signaled and is attempting to reenter the flow of traffic. | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 401, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1175 1993–94 |
American Indian lang/cultureReferences to "foreign" languages in the education code are changed to "languages other than English." When references to "languages other than English" are made relative to course offerings and high school graduation... | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 371, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1219 1993–94 |
Public works adminis accountThe public works administration account is created. All fees collected under the prevailing wage law are to be deposited into this account. | George Orr (D-4) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 404, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1372 1993–94 |
Accountability task forceEach state agency is required to define its mission and adopt measurable goals by July 1, 1994, and submit them to the Legislature for approval by January 1, 1995. In developing budget requests, each agency must establish... | R Wesley Pruitt (D-26) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 406, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1408 1993–94 |
Teen pregnancy preventionTeen Pregnancy Prevention Projects are established. A high level of community involvement and a wide range of types of programs are encouraged. | Helen Sommers (D-36) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 407, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1504 1993–94 |
Normal school fund revenuesThe Evergreen State College's one-fourth share of the normal school fund is phased in over five biennia. Beginning in the 1995-97 biennium, Evergreen receives 5 percent of the revenues not obligated to repay bonds and the... | Arthur Wang (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 411, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1509 1993–94 |
Higher ed administrationInstitutions may choose to manage competitive purchasing procedures independent of the Department of General Administration for a commodity or group of commodities. | Gary Locke (D-37) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 379, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1580 1993–94 |
Graduation/degree strategiesThe Legislature finds that public colleges and universities should offer classes in a way that will permit full-time students to complete a degree or certificate in about the amount of time described in the institution's... | Dave Quall (D-40) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 414, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1617 1993–94 |
High-speed ground transportnA program to begin implementation of a high speed ground transportation system in Washington is established. The program is to be implemented by the Department of Transportation in cooperation with the Utilities and... | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 381, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1619 1993–94 |
Internat education & cultureThe Washington Task Force on International Education and Cultural Exchanges is established. The members may include persons from a broad array of government, education, cultural, and business interests. | Paull Shin (D-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 382, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1748 1993–94 |
Higher ed financial aidState colleges and universities may use money in the institutional long-term loan fund to make short-term loans to any student enrolled at the institution. Students who are in default or delinquent in the payment of an... | Paull Shin (D-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 385, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1784 1993–94 |
Retir/disabled school emplyeState COBRA Extension . Extended insurance coverage under the terms of the federal Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act that is provided under state law to certain school district retirees is terminated on September... | Gary Locke (D-37) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 386, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1862 1993–94 |
Pasco hotel/motel taxThe legislative body of a city with a population of over 10,000 in a county that is the smallest county in a metropolitan statistical area that has a population of between 38,000 and 50,000 may levy an additional excise tax up... | Dave Mastin (R-16) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 389, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1993 1993–94 |
Teachers/health prof educatnThe repayment terms are revised for students participating in the Future Teachers Conditional Scholarship Program and the Health Professional Loan Repayment and Scholarship Program. The terms will not be consistent with the... | Bill Finkbeiner (R-45) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 423, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 2048 1993–94 |
Amer Indian scholarship fundGifts subject to conditions may be received as private funds by the Higher Education Coordinating Board. A conditional gift is acceptable if it provides that only a portion of the earnings are reinvested in the endowment fund. | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 372, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1195 1993–94 |
Disposition of own remainsThe right of a person to control the disposition of his or her remains is explicitly provided. These wishes are accomplished through a written authorization, signed by the decedent in the presence of a witness. | Calvin Anderson (D-43) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 297, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1209 1993–94 |
Education reformSTUDENT LEARNING GOALS The goals of the Basic Education Act are modified. | Wilson Peery (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 336, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1211 1993–94 |
Educ service district boardsEducational service districts are authorized to provide cooperative and informational services at the written request of school district boards of directors if: (1) the services are within their statutory authority; (2) do not... | Val Ogden (D-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 298, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |