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 6467 1993–94 |
Water right permits"Municipal purpose" is defined broadly to include all water distributed by public system purveyors that is integral to a public water system. Certain wells are excluded. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6476 1993–94 |
Land use planningA finding is made that the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) and the Growth Management Act (GMA) are complementary laws that can be integrated in such a way as to achieve both efficient land use decisionmaking and thorough... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6477 1993–94 |
Tire feeRevises RCW 70.95.510 to extend the fee of one dollar per tire until November 30, 1996. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6478 1993–94 |
Water resource managementBeneficial Use Legislative intent is expressed regarding the factors that should be considered in determining the "beneficial uses" of water. All existing and future water rights are to be determined based upon beneficial use,... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6479 1993–94 |
Civil service/collect bargaiProvides for civil service reform. Establishes the position of director of personnel. Provides for the development of a new classification system. | Ray Moore (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6500 1993–94 |
Retail food service regulatnThe period for which renewed food and beverage service worker's permits are valid is reduced from five years to three years for those who remain continuously employed. A person whose employment lapses for one year or more must... | Rosemary McAuliffe (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6533 1993–94 |
Public water suppliesAfter January 1, 1995, counties and cities are required to impose conditions on building permits that require connection to an existing public water system approved by the state Board of Health, except in specific areas of the... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6535 1993–94 |
Two-tier property tax systemRequires the study to determine the effectiveness of revitalizing the downtown cores of Washington cities for multiple uses. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6536 1993–94 |
Water rights authorityIn a regulatory situation where a water right or all water rights have been authorized by the Department of Ecology (Ecology) through a permit or certificate, Ecology may regulate the right or rights. | Dean Sutherland (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6567 1993–94 |
Nonprofit youth org sales txExempts personal services as specified in RCW 82.04.050(3) by a nonprofit youth organization or by a government agency. | Brad Owen (D-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6575 1993–94 |
Essential health servicesIncludes physical therapy, rehabilitative, and physical medicine as an essential health service of the uniform benefits package. | Bob McCaslin (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6577 1993–94 |
Earthquake insuranceRequires insurers to directly notify the prospective insured in writing whether earthquake coverage may be included in the proposed insurance. Requires a clear explanation of what coverage is to be provided. | Ray Moore (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6586 1993–94 |
Real estate licensing exemptEmployees of property owners, who solicit to purchase property, who sell or purchase property on behalf of the employer, are not required to obtain a real estate broker or salesperson license. Employee and owner are defined to... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6600 1993–94 |
Property tax system analysisAn appropriation is made to the Senate and House of Representatives for the purpose of employing a consultant to conduct a study of the property tax system of Washington and other states. The goal of the study is to analyze... | Brad Owen (D-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6112 1993–94 |
Fair campaign practicesThe original bill was not considered. EFFECT OF PROPOSED SUBSTITUTE: The prohibition on use of public resources for political campaigns is tightened. | Kathleen Drew (D-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 12, 1994 |
| SB 5781 1993–94 |
Higher education accessIt is the policy of the state of Washington that the essential requirements level budget calculation for institutions of higher education include enrollment levels necessary to maintain, by educational sector, the... | Jim Jesernig (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 15, Laws of 1993, 1st Special Session |
May 28, 1993 |
| SB 5075 1993–94 |
Hazing at higher ed institns"Hazing" is defined as a method of initiation into a student organization or living group that causes, or is likely to cause, bodily danger or physical harm, or serious mental or emotional harm, to any student or other person... | Shirley Winsley (R-28) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 514, Laws of 1993 |
May 18, 1993 |
| SB 5304 1993–94 |
Health care cost and accessBasic Health Plan Transfer and Expansion . The Basic Health Plan (BHP) is moved, for administrative purposes, to the Health Care Authority. Enrollment is expanded statewide during the 1993-1995 biennium to those who are not... | Phil Talmadge (D-34) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 492, Laws of 1993 |
May 18, 1993 |
| SB 5736 1993–94 |
Chiropractic care/workers coChiropractic care must be available to injured workers under the industrial insurance system. The care given must be within the scope of practice for chiropractic care, and may include only treatment for acute conditions. | Ray Moore (D-36) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 515, Laws of 1993 |
May 18, 1993 |
| SB 5179 1993–94 |
Vessel safety promotionLegislative findings are made regarding the large number of recreational vessels in Washington State and the need for sensing and warning devices regarding liquid petroleum gas leaks. Effective July 1, 1994, vessels required... | Brad Owen (D-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 469, Laws of 1993 |
May 17, 1993 |
| SB 5176 1993–94 |
Cashing government checksIn order for a financial institution to be a qualified public depositary, the institution may not charge more than $1 to cash a check or warrant issued by this state or the federal government for a noncustomer. | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 342, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| SB 5357 1993–94 |
School service contrct emplyWhen a school district enters into a contract for services formerly performed by classified school employees, the contract must contain a clause requiring the contractor to provide similar benefits to those provided for school... | Dwight Pelz (D-37) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 349, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| SB 5387 1993–94 |
Water pollution control fundThe State Treasurer may invest and reinvest moneys in the water pollution control revolving fund in the manner provided by law. All earnings from such investment is credited to the water pollution control revolving fund. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 329, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| SB 5404 1993–94 |
Model toxic control actParties involved in the cleanup of a site contaminated with hazardous substances may bring a claim for contribution or for declaratory relief for recovery of remedial costs under MTCA. Remedial action costs may include cleanup... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 326, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| SB 5503 1993–94 |
Injured workers/retrn to wrkThe loss of earning power benefit is changed to 80 percent of the actual difference between the worker's present wages and earning power at the time of injury. This figure is subject to two limitations: the combined total of... | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 271, Laws of 1993 |
May 7, 1993 |
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