WASHINGTON SUPREME COURT · OCTOBER 7, 1999
Washington State Legislature v. State
The Washington State Legislature v. The State of Washington
Legislative power & process Constitutionality of a law Cites a specific bill- Docket
- No. No. 66710-1
- Decided
- October 7, 1999
- Citation
- 1999 Wash. LEXIS 641; 985 P.2d 353; 139 Wash. 2d 129
- Cited by later opinions
- 28
- Judges
- Madsen, Talmadge
- Status
- Published
Why this case is listed
Legislative power & process
Single-subject and title rules, separation of powers, or veto power.
…bill is substantive law so as to violate article II, section 19 of the Washington Constitution. We hold…
Constitutionality of a law
The court considers whether a statute or ordinance is constitutional.
…in light of our decision in Washington State Legislature v. Lowry, 131 Wn.2d 309, 931 P.2d 885 (1997)…
Cites a specific bill
The opinion discusses a House or Senate bill by name.
…solely in implement section 402 of Engrossed House Bill No. 3901 (implementing welfare reform). If section…
Legislation discussed
- HB 3901 (1997–98) Personal respnsblty/wrk J.S.