Dan Swecker
Senator
· Republican
· District 20
· most recent term 2011–12
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385
Bills as prime sponsor
59
of those became law
1,938
Bills co-sponsored
14,587
Recorded votes
4.2%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5031 2005–06 |
All-terrain vehiclesThe Department of Licensing (DOL) must establish a comprehensive hands-on ATV safety education and training program that provides for the issuance of ATV safety certificates. The course content must be adopted from a... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5032 2005–06 |
Property tax exmptn reviewDirects the joint legislative audit and review committee to review the tax preferences in Title 84 RCW beginning in 2006 and every six years thereafter. The review shall be completed and a report prepared by June 30th of the... | Darlene Fairley (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 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 5059 2005–06 |
Transportation bond paymentProvides for a Transportation debt limit of 22 percent measured against certain transportation revenues. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5079 2005–06 |
Special election/governorDeclares that, under Article III, section 4 of the Constitution of the state of Washington, the legislature is vested with the power to contest an election and it has the power to decide a contested election. As such, for the... | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5080 2005–06 |
Ballot requirementsRequires that the provisional ballot envelope or return envelope shall have a place for the voter to mark that he or she is a citizen of the United States and the notation, "Check here if you are a citizen of the United... | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5081 2005–06 |
Child's phone conversationsParents or guardians who are monitoring their minor children's communications or conversations are exempted from the statute protecting privacy, unless those parents or guardians are acting at the insistence of agents of law... | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5083 2005–06 |
State performance auditsProvides that the state auditor shall periodically review and analyze the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness of the policies, management, fiscal affairs, and operations of state government. These performance audits shall... | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5095 2005–06 |
Hydraulic project approvalThe Legislature intends to improve the process of regulating construction in state waters with policy measures that improve predictability for entities that work in state waters, and make the best use of limited state... | Mark Doumit (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5128 2005–06 |
Dogs for fightingIt is a gross misdemeanor to sell or purchase, provide premises for sale or purchase, or aid or abet in the sale or purchase of a dog with the intention of using the dog in a fighting exhibition. Mere ownership or possession... | Mike Carrell (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5131 2005–06 |
Firearms/insanityA verdict of not guilty by reason of insanity must be considered the same as a verdict of guilty for purposes of a person's right to possess a firearm. Information and records regarding involuntary commitment for mental health... | Mike Carrell (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5137 2005–06 |
Vessel dealer trust accountsWhen a vessel dealer receives a deposit in excess of $1000, or any deposit which will be held for more than 14 days, the dealer must deposit the funds into the trust account within 48 hours of acceptance of the offer by the... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
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 5155 2005–06 |
Noxious weedsIn controlling noxious weeds on their lands, state agencies must give first priority to the control of class A and B noxious weeds occurring within five hundred feet of adjacent private property. | Bob Morton (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5156 2005–06 |
Government consensus processAuthorizes position statements to be placed in official agency files of request legislation or rules developed using the consensus process. | Bob Morton (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
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 5199 2005–06 |
Vehicle size limitsExternally mounted mirror regulations are brought into compliance with federal regulations. An externally mounted rear vision mirror may extend beyond the width limits of a vehicle to provide the driver a view to the rear... | Erik Poulsen (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5200 2005–06 |
Ocean-going containersAt the request of a port commission, WSDOT may enter into agreements with port authorities to establish short heavy haul industrial corridors within a port district's property. WSDOT may issue special permits to overweight... | Jim Kastama (D-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
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 5203 2005–06 |
Methow river water projectProvides for a pilot project to determine the best approach to meet the needs of people and the environment in the Methow river basin by temporarily placing water into Barnsley and Big Twin Lakes and the aquifer in continuity... | Linda Evans Parlette (R-12) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5228 2005–06 |
Wild on WA license platesThe Department of Licensing must issue a special license plate displaying a symbol or artwork symbolizing wildlife viewing in Washington state. An applicant for a "Wild on Washington" license plate must pay an initial fee of... | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5234 2005–06 |
Hunting accessAllows the Department of Fish and Wildlife to provide money, materials, or labor to private landowners who open their property to public access for fishing or wildlife-oriented recreation. | Ken Jacobsen (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5252 2005–06 |
Commemorative works accountThe bill establishes the commemorative works account. Expenditures from the account do not require appropriation and can only be used for the ongoing care, maintenance, and repair of commemorative works on the capital campus. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5263 2005–06 |
Commercial drivers"Positive alcohol confirmation test," "substance abuse professional" and "verified positive drug test" are defined. A refusal to take a drug or alcohol test that meets the standard for refusal under federal law is considered... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
| SB 5264 2005–06 |
Driver's lic exam waiverDOL may waive the knowledge and/or skill exams for applicants who surrender a valid driver's license issued by the person's previous home state. Additionally, DOL may waive the knowledge and/or skill exams for applicants who... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 9, 2006 |
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