Karen Keiser
Senator
· Democrat
· District 33
· most recent term 2023–24
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670
Bills as prime sponsor
146
of those became law
3,615
Bills co-sponsored
20,996
Recorded votes
1.5%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6454 2003–04 |
Student cell phone useLimits the scope of a policy a school district may adopt regarding cell phones and pagers on school grounds, to a policy addressing the use of such devices on school grounds. | Rosemary McAuliffe (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 3, 2004 |
| SB 5018 2003–04 |
VoyeurismThe crime of voyeurism includes knowingly viewing, photographing or filming, for the purpose of arousing or gratifying the sexual desire of any person, the intimate areas of another person. It must be done without that... | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 1, 2004 |
| SB 5451 2003–04 |
Escrow agents and officersRequires an escrow agent to maintain a fidelity bond in the amount of $1 million. | Don Benton (R-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 1, 2004 |
| SB 5803 2003–04 |
Assault of a peace officerMakes assault of a police officer under certain circumstances assault in the second degree. | Luke Esser (R-48) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 1, 2004 |
| SB 5909 2003–04 |
Government accountabilityEstablishes the Priorities of Government Oversight Board to prioritize conduct up to two performance audits each year of a high priority government program, and an activity assessment of one or more lower-priority programs. | Aaron Reardon (D-38) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 1, 2004 |
| SB 6354 2003–04 |
Business & professions acctEffective July 1, 2005, the business and professions account is created to provide a repository for revenues generated by the 13 self-sustaining businesses and professions regulated by DOL. All fees collected and expenditures... | Joyce Mulliken (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Mar 1, 2004 |
| SB 6555 2003–04 |
Sex offender treatmentCertified affiliate sex offender treatment providers are a new category of sex offender treatment providers. A certified affiliate sex offender treatment provider is a credentialed health professional certified by the... | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Mar 1, 2004 |
| SB 6677 2003–04 |
Workers' compensationThe above rule applies to workers under age 62 whose entitlement to total disability benefits begins before January 2, 1983, workers under age 65 whose entitlement to total disability benefits begins after January 1, 1983, and... | Mike Hewitt (R-16) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Mar 1, 2004 |
| SB 6709 2003–04 |
Voter registration/youthThe county auditor must send to a holder of an intermediate drivers' license in the month of the person's 18th birthday, a voter registration card and information about upcoming elections and polling places. The information... | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Mar 1, 2004 |
| SB 5234 2003–04 |
Skate parksAny person using or riding on a skateboard, bicycle, scooter, or roller skates in a publicly-owned or operated skate park must wear an approved protective helmet. The management of the park may remove or deny access to anyone... | Paull Shin (D-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 2004 |
| SB 5541 2003–04 |
Retail installment paymentsRefund credits for prepayment in full of installment contract balances are to be computed using the actuarial method. Under certain circumstances, the refund is to be made as if the contract had calculated interest using the... | Karen Keiser (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 2004 |
| SB 5631 2003–04 |
Trafficking in personsCreates the crime of trafficking in the first degree, a seriousness level XIV, class A felony. | Pat Thibaudeau (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 25, 2004 |
| SB 6194 2003–04 |
Interior designersA system of registering applicants as interior designers is established within the Department of Licensing (DOL). Applicants qualify for registration by paying a fee and providing evidence of (a) recognition by the National... | Joyce Mulliken (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 2004 |
| SB 6209 2003–04 |
Injuries from health careHospitals are required to have policies to assure that, when appropriate, information about unanticipated outcomes is provided to patients, their families, or surrogate decision makers. Notification of unanticipated outcomes... | Pat Thibaudeau (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 2004 |
| SB 6273 2003–04 |
Hospitals & hlth professionsHospitals must post notification of whistleblower protections for reporting improper quality of care in conspicuous places where notices to affected employees are usually posted. The Department of Health must approve such notices. | Karen Keiser (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 2004 |
| SB 6276 2003–04 |
Complaints against physicianCriminal justice agencies must provide the Department of Health with information of physicians pertaining to an arrest, detention, indictment, information, or other formal criminal charge relating to homicide, drug offenses,... | Karen Keiser (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 2004 |
| SB 6319 2003–04 |
DenturistsHealth carriers must allow denturists to participate in any preferred provider network to the same extent, and under the same terms and conditions, as dentists. This does not apply, however, to health care service contractors... | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 2004 |
| 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 6506 2003–04 |
Real estate appraisersAn employee or independent contractor cannot be disciplined for affiliating with an appraiser whose certificate or license has been revoked. A state-certified or state-licensed appraiser can be disciplined for being an... | Joyce Mulliken (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 2004 |
| SB 6596 2003–04 |
Adulteration of feedWashington's commercial feed statutes are modified to specifically reference, as unlawful, the sale or distribution of ruminant feed adulterated with any animal protein prohibited and considered unsafe under state and federal... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 2004 |
| SB 6664 2003–04 |
Guardianship bondFunds held in all fiduciary and trust accounts must be bonded, unless the funds are held subject to the order of the court. This includes fiduciary accounts under the Uniform Transfers to Minors Act. | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 2004 |
| SB 6294 2003–04 |
Physical activityThe Legislature intends to promote statewide policy and planning efforts that increase access to inexpensive or free opportunities for regular exercise in all communities. The Board of Health must adopt rules for the control... | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 6, 2004 |
| SB 6371 2003–04 |
Repeat DUI offensesDriving or being in physical control of a motor vehicle while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or any drug is a class C felony if the offender has two or more prior convictions for DUI within a five-year period, or... | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 6, 2004 |
| SB 6431 2003–04 |
Health info for youthStudents receiving health instruction paid for with public funds may have health information and disease prevention information that is medically and scientifically accurate related to sexual activity. This curricula should be... | Shirley Winsley (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 6, 2004 |
| SB 6564 2003–04 |
Drivers' licensesA person who has had his or her driver's license suspended for failure to pay a traffic ticket, driving without insurance, or committing multiple driving offenses within a specified period of time may apply for an occupational... | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 6, 2004 |
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