Brian Weinstein
Senator
· Democrat
· District 41
· most recent term 2007–08
2007–08 · Senate · D · LD 412005–06 · Senate · D · LD 41
55
Bills as prime sponsor
9
of those became law
257
Bills co-sponsored
3,262
Recorded votes
1.8%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6343 2005–06 |
High school civicsBeginning with the graduating class of 2010, students must complete at least one course in civics. The Superintendent of Public Instruction must develop specific guidelines to implement this requirement. "Civics" is defined as... | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 11, 2006 |
| SB 6346 2005–06 |
Fraudulent refusal/insuranceIt is unlawful for an insurer to falsely or fraudulently refuse to pay a claim under an insurance contract. Fraudulent refusal is a gross misdemeanor, or, if the claim exceeds $1,500, a Class C felony, punishable by up to five... | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 11, 2006 |
| SB 6302 2005–06 |
Parking fees at state parksProvides that the commission may not charge a fee for the first two hours of parking in a state park. | Jean Berkey (D-38) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 10, 2006 |
| SB 5057 2005–06 |
Coordinated transportationThe voting membership of the ACCT is expanded to include: (1) a designee of the WUTC; and (2) a representative from the statewide metropolitan planning organizations and regional transportation planning organizations... | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5115 2005–06 |
Traffic signal devices"Optical strobe light devices" is replaced in the law with "signal preemption device" to include any device manufactured, or intentionally modified, for the purpose of altering the normal operation of a traffic control signal. | Paull Shin (D-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5116 2005–06 |
Skate parksAny person using or riding a skateboard, bicycle, scooter, or roller skates within a publicly owned or operated skate park is required to wear an approved protective helmet. An "approved protective helmet" is a head covering... | Paull Shin (D-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5122 2005–06 |
Secretary of stateBeginning with the 2008 general election the position of Secretary of state will be nonpartisan. Candidates seeking that office in 2008 will run as nonpartisan and be qualified and elected as such. | Jim Kastama (D-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5124 2005–06 |
Government performanceThe Citizen Oversight Board (Board) is established to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and accountability in state government. The Board consists of seven members: the state auditor; the chair of JLARC; one member selected... | Jim Kastama (D-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5143 2005–06 |
Ski & ride Wa license plateThe Department of Licensing (DOL) must issue a special license plate for vehicles displaying a symbol or artwork recognizing the Washington snowsports industry. An applicant for a "Ski & Ride Washington" license plate must pay... | Brian Weinstein (D-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5172 2005–06 |
Uniform arbitration actChapter 7.04 RCW is repealed in its entirety. New arbitration procedures are consolidated in a new chapter in Title 7 RCW. To a great extent, the provisions of the current Chapter 7.04 RCW are reorganized and retained. | Stephen Johnson (R-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5191 2005–06 |
K-12 finance studyThe K-12 finance study executive committee is created to conduct a comprehensive K-12 education finance study. | Brian Weinstein (D-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5201 2005–06 |
HOV lanes pilot projectWSDOT is authorized to establish and operate a HOT lane pilot project on the existing HOV lanes on State Route 167. The authority is for a four-year tolling pilot project with authority rescinded four years after toll... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5208 2005–06 |
State patrol officer wagesThe Washington State Patrol may negotiate in matters of pay and wage level. For purposes of negotiating, the state must be represented by the chief of the Washington State Patrol. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5306 2005–06 |
Sexual health educationEvery school district that offers sexual health education must incorporate the January 2005 Guidelines for Sexual Health Information and Disease Prevention. In addition to abstinence, sexual health education must teach... | Brian Weinstein (D-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5326 2005–06 |
Home rule charter citiesProvides first class cities with the option of using a "ranked voting system" (also known as "instant runoff voting"), thereby eliminating the need for a primary election. | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5352 2005–06 |
Animal crueltyProvides that the act of starving, dehydrating, or suffocating an animal, causing the animal substantial pain and considerable suffering or death, constitutes the crime of first-degree animal cruelty, rather than second-degree... | Luke Esser (R-48) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5397 2005–06 |
Motor vehicle emissionsThe legislature adopts the California motor vehicle emission standards in effect on January 1, 2005. No vehicle of model year 2009 or later will be registered in the state unless the vehicle: (1) is consistent with the vehicle... | Phil Rockefeller (D-23) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5412 2005–06 |
Statewide initiative impactAn initiative that amends, repeals, or otherwise modifies a local tax imposed by a county, city, town, or other municipal corporation, only takes effect if a majority of people in the jurisdiction approved the initiative. This... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5457 2005–06 |
Vehicle loads on highwaysFailure to secure a load in the first or second degree is a gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor, respectively. Failure to secure a load in the first degree is committed when a person negligently fails to secure all or part of a... | Luke Esser (R-48) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5476 2005–06 |
Advisory sentence rangesThe upper limits of the standard sentencing ranges included in the sentencing grid are advisory for offenders convicted of violent felony offenses. The maximum length of incarceration these offenders may receive is the... | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5534 2005–06 |
Monorail trans authorityA CTA must exercise the power of eminent domain in the same manner, and by the same procedures, as provided by law for cities of the first class. Before a CTA may issue bonds, the governing board must be composed entirely of... | Erik Poulsen (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5538 2005–06 |
Early childhood edu & assistThe Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) must administer a state-supported early childhood education and assistance program to assist eligible children with educational, social, health, nutritional, and... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5556 2005–06 |
Repealing statutesAn initiative or referendum that repeals a statute must set forth the language being repealed in its entirety. Failure to do so is presumed to be a violation of Article II, section 37 of the State Constitution. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5574 2005–06 |
Stun gunsA projectile stun gun study committee is created to review the sale and use of projectile stun guns in Washington. The committee is composed of two Senators, two Representatives, a police chief, an elected sheriff, a... | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5576 2005–06 |
Fare cards for trans serviceThe state's abandoned or unclaimed property laws do not apply to fare cards. | Erik Poulsen (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
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