Jim Horn
Senator
· Republican
· District 41
· most recent term 2003–04
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203
Bills as prime sponsor
52
of those became law
1,085
Bills co-sponsored
11,765
Recorded votes
3.0%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5850 1997–98 |
Construction employmentThe immunity from suit provided to design professionals under current law is eliminated. Injured workers or their beneficiaries may not seek third-party damages against general or prime contractors, subcontractors, or their... | Ann Anderson (R-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 5894 1997–98 |
Correctnl personnel trainingThe Board on Correctional Training Standards and Education is established to monitor and evaluate training and education programs for correctional personnel. | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6148 1997–98 |
Intnl. trade/forest productsCINTRAFOR's termination is extended from the year 2000 to 2006 and repeal of its statutory authority is extended from 2001 to 2007. This has the effect of deferring sunset review of CINTRAFOR from 1999 until the year 2005. | Ray Schow (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6326 1997–98 |
Student social security nos.School districts are prohibited from requesting a student = s Social Security number, except for Medicaid reimbursement purposes, employment purposes (if the student is a school employee), school board-approved longitudinal... | Ray Schow (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6378 1997–98 |
Building codes adoptionThe State Building Code consists of nationally recognized building, mechanical, fire and plumbing codes to be reviewed publicly by the State Building Code Council and amended as deemed appropriate by the council. | Jim Horn (R-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6391 1997–98 |
Public transportation infoThe names and other personally identifiable information maintained by public transit agencies regarding persons who participate in public transportation programs administered by the agency are exempt from public inspection and copying. | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6395 1997–98 |
Accident prevention programEmployers cannot be assessed a civil penalty for failure to address a hazard unless there is a specific standard addressing the hazard or there is a finding that the employer violated the act's general safety standard. | Jim Horn (R-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6436 1997–98 |
RTA short-term obligationsRegional transit authorities are identified as agencies that may borrow money and issue short-term obligations. | Jim Horn (R-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6440 1997–98 |
Lightweight tire studsLightweight studs, which are at least 15 percent lighter than metal studs most commonly used in the industry, are the only type approved for use in studded snow tires beginning July 1, 2004. Wholesalers must sell only... | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6482 1997–98 |
Growth managmnt prjct reviewFor applications subject to the authority of a community municipal corporation council, the interval between the local government's final decision and the community council's final decision, but not more than 60 days, is added... | Jim Horn (R-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6496 1997–98 |
Adoption information disclosNon-identifying information must be disclosed upon written request. The Department of Health must provide a copy of the adopted person's original birth certificate, when requested, to an adopted person 18 years of age or older. | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6517 1997–98 |
Deadly weapon sentence enhanThe sentence enhancements for crimes committed while armed with a firearm or with any deadly weapon are the same. Sentences are enhanced by an additional five years for a class A felony, three years for a class B felony, and... | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6551 1997–98 |
Boarding/adult home sitingThe Department of Health, in the case of boarding homes, and the Department of Social and Health Services, in the case of adult family homes, must notify the city within which the home is proposed to be licensed. The... | Jim Horn (R-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6556 1997–98 |
Land-use law integrationThe shoreline master programs of local governments that plan under the Growth Management Act are subject to the same requirements for adoption or amendment as comprehensive plans and development regulations; are incorporated... | Ann Anderson (R-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6567 1997–98 |
Workers' comp/hearing lossHearing loss claims must be filed within two years of the last work-related injury to hearing, or two years of the effective date of the act, whichever is later. Medical aid benefits may still be collected if claims are not... | Jim Horn (R-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6572 1997–98 |
Econ develpmnt strategy counThe Washington Economic Development Strategy Council is created. The council consists of the Governor, five private sector members, four Senators, and four House members. | Ray Schow (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6580 1997–98 |
Judicial conduct commissionMembers of the Commission on Judicial Conduct are required to obtain 15 hours of judicial education beginning January 1, 2000. In addition, new members of the commission must attend an orientation program. | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6596 1997–98 |
Regionl transportatn planngThe Regional Transportation Planning Organization Policy Board membership is expanded to include at least one member from the state Senate and the House of Representatives. RTPOs are required to provide a schedule of their... | Jim Horn (R-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6638 1997–98 |
Conctractors/consumr protctnThe Department of Labor and Industries must deny a contractor's application for registration and suspend an active registration if the applicant or registrant was a major participant in a contracting company with an... | Jim Horn (R-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6673 1997–98 |
Computer wires/fiber opticsComputer wires and fiber optic cables are excepted, but are subject to safety inspections. | Ray Schow (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6684 1997–98 |
Commercial vehicle officersCVEOs are granted the same law enforcement and arrest authority as commissioned WSP officers as it relates to commercial vehicles. This limited police authority does not grant CVEOs commissioned status, nor does it qualify... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 6686 1997–98 |
Tobacco possession by minorsA minor who possesses cigarettes or tobacco products commits a class 3 civil infraction and is subject to a fine of up to $50 or participation in up to four hours of community service or both. A court may also require a minor... | Bob Oke (R-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 25, 1998 |
| SB 5272 1997–98 |
Legislative ethics boardCitizen members of the Legislative Ethics Board may engage in lobbying activities which are exempt from statutory registration requirements. Citizen members of the Legislative Ethics Board are prohibited from holding or... | Jeanine Long (R-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 12, 1998 |
| SB 5421 1997–98 |
Gambling property seizureGambling devices are specifically included in the provision of current law which allows owners of seized gambling related assets the opportunity to appeal the seizure and forfeiture of such assets. Language is added which... | Ray Schow (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 12, 1998 |
| SB 6741 1997–98 |
Noncommercial marine fuel/txMotor vehicle fuel and special fuel used for noncommercial marine purposes are exempt from the sales tax and the use tax. | Jim Horn (R-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 10, 1998 |
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