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546
Bills as prime sponsor
85
of those became law
1,784
Bills co-sponsored
21,399
Recorded votes
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Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6345 2003–04 |
CigarettesTo obtain information regarding the administration or enforcement of taxes on cigarettes, the LCB or its agents, may inspect the books, documents or records of any person transporting cigarettes to any person or entity in Washington. | Mike Hewitt (R-16) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 2004 |
| SB 6394 2003–04 |
Workers' comp settlementA worker and an employer may enter into a final settlement agreement for one or more workers' compensation claims. This agreement may bind the parties to any and all aspects of a claim. | Senator (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 2004 |
| SB 6427 2003–04 |
Workers' comp appealsIt is a misdemeanor for an attorney representing a worker or beneficiary in a workers' compensation matter to charge or receive a fee in excess of 20 percent of the compensation awarded or the amount fixed by L&I, the BIIA or... | Senator (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 2004 |
| SB 6529 2003–04 |
Senate confirmation on apptsGubernatorial appointees, subject to Senate confirmation, continue to serve until rejected by a vote of the Senate. If the Senate does not act before the conclusion of the next regularly scheduled legislative session, the... | Don Benton (R-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 2004 |
| SB 6548 2003–04 |
Wildlife crop damageAssessments of wildlife damage are conducted by rangeland experts selected by the parties or if they cannot agree, by experts selected by Washington State University. The Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) must reimburse... | Senator (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 2004 |
| SB 6732 2003–04 |
Stock water accountReliance on a well authorized under the exempt well statute shall serve as evidence of an adequate water supply, with regard to building code permit requirements. The water supply account is created to receive legislative... | Senator (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 2004 |
| SB 5263 2003–04 |
Alcoholic beveragesIf liquor is sold at a special event under a "caterer's endorsement," whether the sponsor of the event needs to be a nonprofit organization depends on whether the event is "open to the public" or "limited to members or invited... | Senator (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 11, 2004 |
| SB 6741 2003–04 |
Entertainment materialsDeclares an intent to dedicate the revenues from a tax on the sale and use of adult entertainment materials and services to crime victims' compensation, with an emphasis towards providing services, support, or therapy to those... | Val Stevens (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 11, 2004 |
| SB 6190 2003–04 |
Water policy & aquifer levelTo offset aquifer depletions due to ground water withdrawals, the department must enter into agreements with the United States and CBP irrigation districts. Such agreements may allow surface water conserved within currently... | Joyce Mulliken (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 10, 2004 |
| SB 6739 2003–04 |
Pump installer licensesA new licensing system within L&I is established for persons engaged in the business of installing domestic or commercial pumps. No other license or fee may be required of a pump installer. | Senator (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 10, 2004 |
| SB 6508 2003–04 |
American beef banThe business and occupation tax on the wholesale sales of beef products is suspended for the entity that slaughtered the animal until the bans on the importation of beef and beef products are lifted by Japan, Mexico and the... | Senator (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 6, 2004 |
| SB 6605 2003–04 |
Minimum wage/hour standardsThe ability of local government to set wage and hour standards different than the minimum standards set by the state is removed. Any local ordinance that conflicts with the state minimum standards that is in effect on July 1,... | Joyce Mulliken (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 6, 2004 |
| SB 6662 2003–04 |
Water rights administrationA general agricultural use category is created. Within this category, water right changes regarding type of crop or agricultural use not involving a change in season of use are allowed without applying for approval. | Bob Morton (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 6, 2004 |
| SB 6720 2003–04 |
Property tax exemptionWhere real property is and remains zoned or designated for agricultural use by a local government, and an agricultural purpose water right for that land is found to be relinquished or abandoned, the portion of that real... | Senator (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 6, 2004 |
| SB 6539 2003–04 |
Historic county courthousesThe Historic County Courthouse Grant Program is created, to be administered by the Department of Community, Trade, and Economic Development's Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation. The Historic County Courthouse... | Mike Hewitt (R-16) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 5, 2004 |
| SB 6451 2003–04 |
Nursing home fundingNursing home payment rates for Fiscal Years 2004 and 2005 are increased to cover the proportion of the increase in nursing homes' workers' compensation, property insurance, and liability insurance costs since 1999 that is... | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 4, 2004 |
| SB 6712 2003–04 |
Motorists info sign panelsRecovers costs for motorist information signs. Repeals RCW 47.36.325. | Brian Murray (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 3, 2004 |
| SB 6135 2003–04 |
Edu emply health benefitsWith respect to contracts entered into after the effective date of the act, school districts are authorized, but not required, to negotiate contracts for health care benefits that allow an employee of one school district to... | Senator (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 2, 2004 |
| SB 6344 2003–04 |
Liquor sale/identificationU.S. military identification cards that have imbedded, digital signatures are acceptable proof of identification for purposes of purchasing liquor in this state. The Liquor Control Board has authority to adopt rules regarding... | Mike Hewitt (R-16) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 2, 2004 |
| SB 6547 2003–04 |
Electrical boardFour new positions are created on the Electrical Board. One member each is designated to represent: (a) outside journeymen linemen; (b) appliance repair contractors; (c) heating, ventilating, air conditioning contractors; and... | Senator (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 2, 2004 |
| SB 5082 2003–04 |
Property assessed valuesThe appraisal of a tract or parcel must consider amounts expended on mitigation fees, impact fees, or system improvement charges for purposes of reducing the value. | Val Stevens (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 30, 2004 |
| SB 6114 2003–04 |
Animal/resource terrorismAn "animal rights or ecological terrorist organization" is defined as any association, organization, entity, coalition, or combination of two or more persons with the purpose of intimidating, coercing, or causing fear with the... | Val Stevens (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 30, 2004 |
| SB 6674 2003–04 |
Water courtWithin the limits established by a proposed constitutional amendment to be offered in Washington State's next general election, provisions to determine the jurisdiction of water courts, the review of water court actions, the... | Senator (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 29, 2004 |
| SB 5161 2003–04 |
Ergonomics rulesThe ergonomic rules adopted by L&I on May 26, 2000 remain in place only as voluntary guidelines, and L&I is directed to not adopt any other rules substantially the same, unless required by Congress or OSHA. L&I must (1)... | Mike Hewitt (R-16) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 28, 2004 |
| SB 5302 2003–04 |
Liquor license suspensionAllows the Liquor Control Board to summarily suspend a liquor license for up to 180 days after a preliminary investigation. | Senator (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 28, 2004 |
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