Bills sponsored or co-sponsored by Curtis Ludwig
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6606 1993–94 |
B & O surtax repealThe 6.5 percent surtax is repealed January 1, 1995. | Nita Rinehart (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 10, Laws of 1994, 1st Special Session |
Apr 6, 1994 |
| SB 6347 1993–94 |
High-tech business tax incenFirms that are engaged in biotechnology, advanced computing, electronic device technology, advanced material, and environmental technology pursuits may be eligible for a B&O tax credit and a sales and use tax deferral. | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 5, Laws of 1994, 1st Special Session |
Apr 4, 1994 |
| HB 1159 1993–94 |
Whistleblower protectionThe definition of "retaliatory action" under the local government "whistleblower" statutes is amended to include hostile actions by another employee towards a whistleblower that were encouraged by a supervisor. | Holly Myers (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 210, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| HB 1235 1993–94 |
PartnershipsThe act authorizes the formation of a new type of business in Washington, the limited liability company. | Marlin Appelwick (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 211, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 6003 1993–94 |
Sexually explicit materialsThe statutory prohibitions on distribution or display of erotic materials to minors are repealed and replaced with provisions prohibiting the display, sale, or distribution of materials harmful to minors. | Adam Smith (D-33) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 6284 1993–94 |
Real estate brokers/salesperIndividuals seeking a real estate broker's license must complete 120 clock hours of instruction in real estate, including specific course work in brokerage management, real estate law, and business management. Individuals... | R. Lorraine Wojahn (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 291, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 6339 1993–94 |
Environmental laws integratnGrowth Planning Hearings Boards The growth planning hearings boards may appoint hearings examiners to carry out board functions as directed by the board, including issuing recommended decisions. A board member or hearings... | Betti Sheldon (D-23) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 257, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 6057 1993–94 |
Aliens firearms restrictionsThe requirements for obtaining an alien firearm license certificate are modified. The Department of Licensing (DOL) may issue such a license only if the consul has (1) given the director a certified copy of the alien's... | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 190, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| SB 6065 1993–94 |
Defaulting defendent/costsCosts, not to exceed $100, may be imposed upon a defendant to cover the expense of preparing and serving a warrant for failure of the defendant to appear at court. These costs constitute a judgment against the defendant at the... | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 192, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| SB 6089 1993–94 |
Collegiate license platesRCW 46.16.323, the vehicle license plate emblem program for institutions of higher education, is repealed. Beginning January 1, 1995, a state university, regional university, or state college may apply to the Department of... | James West (R-6) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 194, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| SB 6283 1993–94 |
Real estate disclosuresWithin five days of the signing of an agreement for the purchase and sale of a residential property, the seller must provide to the buyer a real property transfer disclosure statement on a prescribed form. Residential property... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 200, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| SB 6493 1993–94 |
State energy strategyIt is the policy of the state of Washington that the state energy strategy shall provide primary guidance for implementation of the state's energy policy. The State Energy Office will cooperate with state agencies,... | Dean Sutherland (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 207, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| SB 6601 1993–94 |
Governmnt performance/accounThe Washington Performance Partnership Council is created, consisting of the Governor, the Majority Leader of the Senate, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the minority leaders of each house, and two statewide... | Marcus Gaspard (D-25) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 184, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| HB 1466 1993–94 |
Motorized wheelchairsMotorized wheelchair manufacturers must give at least a one-year express warranty to motorized wheelchair consumers. If a manufacturer fails to provide a one year warranty, the motorized wheelchair is covered by an implied warranty. | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 104, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 28, 1994 |
| HB 1847 1993–94 |
Vision care consumer assistnPrescribers are required to give patients their prescriptions for eye wear, without charge, at the completion of the eye examination. These prescriptions must read "OK for contacts," if patients request contacts, unless there... | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 106, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 28, 1994 |
| SB 6195 1993–94 |
Publ employ relations commisThe language establishing a procedure for PERC to prevent unfair labor practices is simplified. PERC is authorized, once it is determined that someone is engaging in an unfair labor practice, to immediately petition a superior... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 58, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| HB 1133 1993–94 |
Unlawful conversion of goodsClaims as well as judgments may be assigned by a merchant who has suffered the theft of goods or services. | Peter Kremen (D-42) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 9, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 21, 1994 |
| SB 6067 1993–94 |
State magistrates' associatnThe "Washington State Magistrates' Association" is changed to the "Washington State District and Municipal Court Judges' Association." The annual meeting of the association may be scheduled by the governing board. | R. Lorraine Wojahn (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 32, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 21, 1994 |
| SB 6426 1993–94 |
Electronic access/govrn infoThe Public Disclosure Commission shall design a program for public electronic access to public legislative documents by January 1, 1995. The public information access policy task force is created. | Dean Sutherland (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 40, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 21, 1994 |
| HB 1005 1993–94 |
Hghr ed inst bd stdnt membrsOne undergraduate student and one graduate student are appointed to the board of regents of the University of Washington. One undergraduate student and one graduate student are appointed to the board of regents of Washington... | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1016 1993–94 |
Liability insurance proofRequires every application for an original or renewal vehicle license to be accompanied by proof of the current insurance required by RCW 46.30.020. | Betty Edmondson (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1034 1993–94 |
Noneconomic damages limitatnThe statute that placed a limit on the amount of noneconomic damages that a plaintiff could recover is repealed. | Marlin Appelwick (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1045 1993–94 |
Working hours for minorsThe Department of Labor and Industries may not restrict the hours of work for minors aged 16 or 17 except as follows: During the school year, minors aged 16 or 17 may work no more than six hours on a school day preceding... | George Orr (D-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1056 1993–94 |
Housing policy actThe Washington Housing Policy Act provides a statement of public policy on state financial and technical assistance, and encourages partnerships between the public and private sectors to meet the housing needs of Washington's... | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1070 1993–94 |
Crimes committed while armedIf an offender or an accomplice was armed with a firearm while committing certain felonies, then the judge may increase the amount of time that is added to the presumptive sentence pursuant to the deadly weapon enhancement as... | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |