Karen Fraser
Senator
· Democrat
· District 22
· most recent term 2015–16
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623
Bills as prime sponsor
109
of those became law
1,840
Bills co-sponsored
20,628
Recorded votes
1.6%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6100 1993–94 |
Pesticide application actAdded to those that must keep records are those who fail to license or who perform landscape applications such as schools, day cares, apartment complexes, golf courses and parks. In addition to the current areas that are... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 283, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 6123 1993–94 |
Model toxics control actLegislative findings are made it is in the public's interest to integrate land use policies with cleanup policies, and to clean up and reuse contaminated industrial properties. In addition to other types of enforcement orders... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 254, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 6124 1993–94 |
Homeowners' equityRoofing and siding contracts must be in legible written form and a copy provided to the homeowner at the time of signing. Work must be itemized and grade or quality of materials designated. | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 285, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 6254 1993–94 |
Indigent funeral expensesThe county legislative authority may file a claim against any property of a decedent which reverts to the state for funeral or burial expenses the county is required to incur. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 6278 1993–94 |
Restroom facilities/visitorsThe limitation to cities of 5,000 or less in population is removed. Any city or town may use the hotel/motel tax to provide public restroom facilities intended for the use of visitors. | Marcus Gaspard (D-25) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 290, Laws of 1994 |
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 6428 1993–94 |
Water systemsBallot measures for the creation of a water district are not to appear on September or November ballots and the requirement for a 60 percent majority approval vote is eliminated. The date for the establishment of the... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 292, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 5714 1993–94 |
Vendor single interest insurA secured party may charge a borrower for VSI coverage only if the original loan agreement, or a separate document accompanying the original loan agreement and signed by the borrower, discloses the borrower's rights and... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 186, 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 6111 1993–94 |
Ethics for state officrs/empThe laws prescribing ethical standards for state employees and statutory definitions pertaining to those laws are consolidated into a single chapter which applies to all branches of state government except where an individual... | Kathleen Drew (D-5) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 154, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| SB 6217 1993–94 |
Unemployment ins task forceThe Joint Task Force on Unemployment Insurance is reauthorized in order to: (1) undertake more in-depth review of targeted issues concerning unemployment insurance; (2) work collaboratively with the Employment Security... | Irv Newhouse (R-15) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 199, 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 6408 1993–94 |
Mental health systems/tribesThe term "tribal authority" includes a federally recognized Indian tribe or a major Indian organization recognized by the Secretary of Social and Health Services. Upon their request, a tribal authority must be included as a... | Harriet Spanel (D-40) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 204, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| SB 6264 1993–94 |
Salmon run restorationThe state of Washington is authorized to enter into an interstate compact with California, Idaho and Oregon to protect and restore coastal ecosystems. The purpose of the compact is to develop programs that prevent the need for... | Dean Sutherland (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 148, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 28, 1994 |
| SB 6000 1993–94 |
Abandoned vesselsThe Parks and Recreation Commission is authorized to "secure" vessels located on park property that are on the property without authorization; present a nuisance or threat to the environment, public health or park property; or... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 51, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 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 |
| SB 6461 1993–94 |
Oil spill liability damagesThe protection of individuals from claims asserted against the commission is amended to include incident commanders. The commission may include an indemnification provision in its contracts regarding losses arising from... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 52, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 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 5162 1993–94 |
Health care facility accessCriminal and civil sanctions are imposed for certain activities that interfere with access at a health care facility or that disrupt the normal functioning of the facility. Prohibited activities include willful or reckless... | Janice Niemi (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5172 1993–94 |
Impaired insurers/notice ofDuties and penalties relating to the financial impairment of an insurer are imposed upon various persons. The chief executive officer is required to notify the Insurance Commissioner and the insurer's board if the insurer... | R. Lorraine Wojahn (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5187 1993–94 |
Ins prem tax credit elimntnInsurers will no longer be able to offset any assessments paid to state guaranty associations against premium taxes owed to the state. EFFECT OF PROPOSED SUBSTITUTE: Technical conforming amendments are made. | Ray Moore (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5202 1993–94 |
Hysterectomy/informed consntRequires the physicians to obtain a verbal and written informed consent. Requires insurers to consider cost implications of the requirement in establishing rates of provider payment. | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5208 1993–94 |
Securities enforcementThe enforcement powers of the Director of the Department of Licensing are modified with regard to the securities industry. The director is authorized to censure or fine the securities company, or its officer, director, or... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5215 1993–94 |
Puget Sound water qualityThe Puget Sound Water Quality Authority . The chair of the Authority is chosen by Authority members and rotated annually among the members. Votes are cast by Authority members rather than alternates or designees. | Phil Talmadge (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
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