Marcus Gaspard
Senator
· Democrat
· District 25
· most recent term 1995–96
1995–96 · Senate · D · LD 251993–94 · Senate · D · LD 251991–92 · Senate · D · LD 25
45
Bills as prime sponsor
18
of those became law
264
Bills co-sponsored
4,314
Recorded votes
1.3%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6607 1993–94 |
Health care reform act errorClarifies that revenues received by nonprofit and public hospitals from governmental entities for health and social services are subject to the business and occupation tax as intended by chapter 492, Laws of 1993. Provides... | Nita Rinehart (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
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 5968 1993–94 |
1993-95 operating budgetThe 1993-95 omnibus appropriations act. | Nita Rinehart (D-46) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 24, Laws of 1993, 1st Special Session |
May 28, 1993 |
| SB 5076 1993–94 |
Health care reform(DIGEST AS ENACTED) Defines "seasonal employee." Authorizes the commission to develop a rate for employees that provides nominal variance between the rate for individual employees and employees with dependents. Requires... | Phil Talmadge (D-34) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 494, Laws of 1993 |
May 18, 1993 |
| SB 5186 1993–94 |
Luring of minor/incompetentThe new crime of "luring" is created. A person is guilty of luring when he or she, without consent from the guardian or parent, unreasonably requests or persuades a child or incompetent person to 1) enter an area that is... | Peter von Reichbauer (R-30) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 509, 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 5888 1993–94 |
Retirement system benefitsCost-of-Living Adjustments : A member of Plan I of the Public Employees' Retirement System or the Teachers' Retirement System who is currently receiving the cost-of-living adjustment granted in the 1991-1993 budget act will... | Marcus Gaspard (D-25) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 519, Laws of 1993 |
May 18, 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 5380 1993–94 |
WSP collective bargainingThe mediation and fact-finding provisions applicable to the State Patrol under the PECBA are repealed. The mediation and arbitration provisions of the PECBA, generally applicable to "uniform personnel," are also made... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 351, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| SB 5836 1993–94 |
Higher ed/state relationshipThe relationship between the state and its public colleges and universities is redefined and a new alignment of responsibilities is established. The colleges and universities are responsible for developing strategic plans,... | Albert Bauer (D-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 363, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| SB 5973 1993–94 |
Voter registration tapesAny person may request a copy of the computer tape of statewide voter registrations by making a request in writing by June 15 or November 15 of each year and depositing with the Secretary of State sufficient funds to cover the... | Marcus Gaspard (D-25) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 441, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| SB 5851 1993–94 |
Legislative systems committeThe Joint Legislative Systems Committee shall consist of four members: A member from each of the two largest caucuses in the House of Representatives, appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives; and a member from... | Marcus Gaspard (D-25) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 332, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| SB 5634 1993–94 |
Interagency disputesAll state agencies, including the offices of the Secretary of State, State Treasurer, State Auditor, Insurance Commissioner, Superintendent of Public Instruction and the Department of Natural Resources are required to... | Albert Bauer (D-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 279, Laws of 1993 |
May 10, 1993 |
| SB 5868 1993–94 |
Econom/community devel officThe Legislature finds that community development functions and economic development functions of the state are tied to one another and that maintaining the state's quality of life will require new partnerships and reorganizing... | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 280, Laws of 1993 |
May 10, 1993 |
| SB 5875 1993–94 |
National guard counter-drugsStatutory authority is provided for the Governor to enter into a compact for the use of National Guard troops in support of local law enforcement agencies who are fulfilling controlled substance statutes. Washington is... | Marcus Gaspard (D-25) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 263, Laws of 1993 |
May 7, 1993 |
| SB 5695 1993–94 |
GED testsThe age of 16 is established as the minimum age for students eligible to take the GED test. The State Board of Education will establish the eligibility criteria of individuals under age 19 to take the GED tests. | Albert Bauer (D-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 218, Laws of 1993 |
May 6, 1993 |
| SB 5699 1993–94 |
Pacific NW economic regionThe organizational structure of the PNWER is modified. The delegate council is expanded to include the Governor or Governor's designee from each participating state and the premier or premier's designee from each participating... | Alan Bluechel (R-45) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 108, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5386 1993–94 |
Home health care licensureThe sunset termination date on the in-home licensure law is repealed. The definition of a home health agency is expanded allowing agencies that provide only nursing services to voluntarily obtain licensure. | R. Lorraine Wojahn (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 42, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 19, 1993 |
| SB 5487 1993–94 |
Agister liensThe process of perfecting an agister lien is modified. An agister must post notice of the lien on the premises where the animal or animals are being kept, send a copy of the posted lien notice to the owner, and conduct a UCC... | Albert Bauer (D-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 53, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 19, 1993 |
| SB 5896 1993–94 |
Public restroom facilitiesAny county is allowed to use the 2 percent hotel/motel tax for the provision of public restroom facilities, if these restrooms are available for use by visitors. The application of this act is limited to Pierce County. | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 46, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 19, 1993 |
| SB 5937 1993–94 |
Seven percent debt limitatnThe general exclusion of reimbursable bonds from the statutory 7 percent debt limit is eliminated. The effect of the change is proactive and does not affect any current bond covenants. | Kevin Quigley (D-39) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 52, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 19, 1993 |
| SB 5265 1993–94 |
Funeral expensesThe Department of Social and Health Services is required to consider the assets of parents or children when determining whether or not the state will assume responsibility for costs associated with the funeral and interment of... | Sid Snyder (D-19) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 22, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 14, 1993 |
| SB 5401 1993–94 |
Political telemarketingPersons who engage in political telemarketing are required to disclose the sponsor's name and a statement indicating the candidate on whose behalf the advertising is being done. Telemarketing means a non-random, organized... | Kevin Quigley (D-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 15, 1993 |
| SB 5956 1993–94 |
Ethics in government/campaigA Commission on Ethics in Government and Campaign Practices is established. The commission shall study and make recommendations on legislation to: (a) promote public trust and confidence in government; (b) promote fair... | Marcus Gaspard (D-25) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 5, Laws of 1993 |
Mar 12, 1993 |
| SB 5000 1993–94 |
Basic health plan sunsetThe statutes terminating the BHP are repealed. The effect is to continue the BHP indefinitely. | Marcus Gaspard (D-25) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 3, Laws of 1993 |
Jan 27, 1993 |
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