Scott Barr
Senator
· Republican
· District 7
· most recent term 1993–94
1993–94 · Senate · R · LD 71991–92 · Senate · R · LD 7
66
Bills as prime sponsor
13
of those became law
200
Bills co-sponsored
2,616
Recorded votes
5.7%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5098 1991–92 |
Processor liens coverageThe definition of agricultural products for purposes of the processor lien is modified to specifically include dairy products and aquaculture products. The possibility of a processor paying twice for the same raw products is... | Scott Barr (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 21, 1992 |
| SB 5309 1991–92 |
Income tax/other jurisdictnsWhen another state attempts to collect an income tax on pension or retirement benefits paid to a Washington resident who was formerly employed in the taxing state, the full value of any homestead and all of the resident's... | Linda Smith (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 21, 1992 |
| SB 5310 1991–92 |
Other states' income taxIt is the policy of this state to ensure the well-being of its citizens by protecting them from income tax imposed by other states on their retirement income. The courts of this state shall not recognize claims for income... | Linda Smith (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 21, 1992 |
| SB 5552 1991–92 |
Water systems operator certf"Group A" water systems are defined to conform to the definition of federally regulated public water systems (those with 15 or more connections or that regularly serve 25 or more people per day). | Scott Barr (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 21, 1992 |
| SB 5650 1991–92 |
Community outreach/healthLegislative intent is to empower communities to promote health and prevent illness and injury among high-risk pregnant and parenting women and their families through active outreach programs using indigenous, non-professional... | James West (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 21, 1992 |
| SB 5716 1991–92 |
Water resource policy commttThe Joint Select Committee on Water Resource Policy is extended through June 30, 1993. The committee will monitor the implementation of comprehensive water resource planning and data management. | Scott Barr (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 21, 1992 |
| SB 5765 1991–92 |
Water management provisionsAn exception is created to the requirement of proof of adequate water supply prior to issuance of building permits. Counties not required by law to adopt comprehensive land use plans may recommend areas to be designated as... | Scott Barr (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 21, 1992 |
| SB 5782 1991–92 |
Rural health care servicesThe state's rural health systems projects (Chapter 70.175 RCW) are amended to authorize the creation of a single project to establish a rural health care services program. The program is defined as an arrangement sponsored by... | Scott Barr (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 21, 1992 |
| SB 5797 1991–92 |
Diminshed private propertyOwners of real property have a cause of action for all governmental acts that diminish the value of or damage their property. Litigation expenses are recoverable. | Bob McCaslin (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 21, 1992 |
| SB 5864 1991–92 |
Political contributions/adsLegislative intent is specific to ensure that individuals and interest groups have fair opportunity to participate in the elective process and to reduce the influence of large organizational contributors. | Linda Smith (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 21, 1992 |
| SB 6202 1991–92 |
Rural homeowners fire protctThe Rural Fire Homeowners Protection Act contains three approaches to addressing the wild land/urban interface fire problem. First, identification is made of areas having a high or extreme wildfire hazard level using a common... | Scott Barr (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 1992 |
| SB 6204 1991–92 |
Wildlife director appointmntThe Wildlife Commission will select the Director of Wildlife and the director shall serve at the pleasure of the Wildlife Commission. | Leo K. Thorsness (R-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 1992 |
| SB 6166 1991–92 |
Small businesses impactRequires agencies to prepare a list of rules that have an economic impact on small businesses. Requires agencies to prepare a detailed report demonstrating how it intends to reduce the economic impact on small businesses. | Bob McCaslin (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 20, 1992 |
| SB 6175 1991–92 |
State employment freezeThe number of management employees in each agency of government may not exceed the actual number of such personnel unless each additional position has received prior approval by the Committee on State Government Employment.... | Ray Moore (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 20, 1992 |
| SB 5009 1991–92 |
Pesticide record keepingPesticide records must be submitted, when requested, on the form developed jointly by the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Labor and Industries. | Scott Barr (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 15, 1992 |
| SB 5263 1991–92 |
Underground storage tanksThe five-year period when local sensitive area requirements may apply to in-place upgraded tanks is removed. Tanks that meet state, federal and local standards for tank upgrading and installation are exempt from having to meet... | Brad Owen (D-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 15, 1992 |
| SB 5682 1991–92 |
Energy self-sufficiency cmsnAn energy self-sufficiency commission is created within the State Energy Office to study the production and use of ethanol in the state. | Leo K. Thorsness (R-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 15, 1992 |
| SB 5841 1991–92 |
Crop lien coverage/filingCrop liens are modified to clearly indicate that for supplies and services provided, the lien attaches to the proceeds of the crop for all amounts due at the time of the lien filing and for any future advances of supplies or... | Frank Hansen (D-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 15, 1992 |
| SB 5913 1991–92 |
Pesticide application noticeWhen pesticides are to be applied by a certified applicator to public and private school yards, day care centers, parks, playgrounds, or residential property, the applicator is required to provide the owner or owner's... | Scott Barr (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 15, 1992 |
| SB 5001 1991–92 |
In-state prop executionWhere another state attempts to collect an income tax on state pension or retirement benefits paid to a former employee of that state who is now a Washington resident, the property in this state owned by the taxpayer is exempt... | Scott Barr (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5007 1991–92 |
Processor liens/milk produceThe definition of agricultural products for purposes of the processor lien is modified to specifically include dairy products. | Scott Barr (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5021 1991–92 |
Leasehold excise tax exmptnLeasehold interests in real property used for residential purposes are exempt from the leasehold excise tax if the residential structure is owned by the lessee and is subject to the personal property tax. | Scott Barr (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5034 1991–92 |
Naches Pass tunnelThe Transportation Commission is directed to complete its plan for the Naches Pass tunnel with dispatch. The Department of Transportation is directed to commence immediate construction of a Naches Pass tunnel and cut-off on... | A.L. "Slim" Rasmussen (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5038 1991–92 |
Dangerous dogsA hearing process is established to determine whether or not a dog is potentially dangerous or dangerous. The animal control authority must petition municipal or district court whenever there is probable cause to believe that... | Scott Barr (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5039 1991–92 |
Biological control agentsBiological control is defined as the use of living organisms to control or suppress undesirable animals and plants and produce a lower general population. The Department of Agriculture is directed to establish the position of... | Scott Barr (R-7) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
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