Jim Jesernig
Senator
· Democrat
· District 8
· most recent term 1993–94
1993–94 · Senate · D · LD 81991–92 · Senate · D · LD 8
9
Bills as prime sponsor
2
of those became law
112
Bills co-sponsored
2,616
Recorded votes
0.9%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5509 1993–94 |
Child support of adult childThe child support schedule shall not be used for postsecondary educational support of a child over the age of 18. | Jim Hargrove (D-24) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5531 1993–94 |
Local effort assistance distThe state payment schedule for levy equalization amounts is modified shifting 17 percent of the October payment to August. EFFECT OF PROPOSED SUBSTITUTE: An emergency clause is added and provides for the act to take effect... | Dwight Pelz (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5548 1993–94 |
Jumbo ferriesEstablishes the notice and bidding requirements for the purchase of jumbo ferries. Requires bidding documents to outline the criteria for the ferries and to be sent to all requesting firms. Designates evaluation and selection... | Betti Sheldon (D-23) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5568 1993–94 |
Agency rules durationNo existing rule, the violation of which subjects a person to a penalty or administrative sanction, may be effective for more than three years unless readopted pursuant to the Administrative Procedure Act if it was adopted by... | Jim Jesernig (D-8) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5573 1993–94 |
Legislative rules reviewThe Joint Administrative Rules Review Committee (JARRC) is to appoint an executive director and general counsel, and may employ additional staff as necessary to carry out its duties. | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5579 1993–94 |
State technology strategyThe Department of Community, Trade, and Economic Development is directed to develop a statewide technology strategy. | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5620 1993–94 |
Pasco centerThe legislative body of a city with a population of over 10,000 in a county that is the smallest county in a metropolitan statistical area that has a population of between 38,000 and 50,000 may levy an additional excise tax up... | Valoria Loveland (D-16) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5742 1993–94 |
Transportation facilitiesThe Legislative Transportation Committee may designate select transportation projects as immediately necessary for the health, safety or welfare of the traveling public. Once a project has been so designated, permits from... | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5777 1993–94 |
Trickle irrigation systemsA person holding a valid water right may enter into a contract with another person for the transfer of water saved through installation of a qualifying trickle irrigation system. The transfer may be for an amount of water... | Dan McDonald (R-48) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5785 1993–94 |
Minors working hoursLimits the hours a minor under sixteen years of age may work. | Harold Hochstatter (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5794 1993–94 |
Agency rules/business rightsJARRC is required to maintain a continuous review of all proposed non-emergency rules to determine whether (1) the rule is within the intent of the Legislature, (2) the rule has been adopted in accordance with all applicable... | Ray Moore (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5795 1993–94 |
Local gov laws/business righNo city, town or county may adopt a law, the violation which subjects a business to a penalty or sanction, or that establishes, alters, or revokes a standard for the issuance, suspension, or revocation of a license to pursue a... | Ray Moore (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5941 1993–94 |
Public employmentCreates the department of human resources. Abolishes the department of personnel, the higher education personnel board, and the personnel board and transfers their powers, duties, and functions to the new department. Creates... | Ray Moore (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5521 1993–94 |
Criminal justice programsSixty million dollars will be distributed for local criminal justice purposes from motor vehicle excise tax revenue beginning on January 1, 1994. Of this amount, $42.9 million will be distributed to counties and $17.1 million... | Valoria Loveland (D-16) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 21, Laws of 1993, 1st Special Session |
May 28, 1993 |
| SB 5781 1993–94 |
Higher education accessIt is the policy of the state of Washington that the essential requirements level budget calculation for institutions of higher education include enrollment levels necessary to maintain, by educational sector, the... | Jim Jesernig (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 15, Laws of 1993, 1st Special Session |
May 28, 1993 |
| SB 5251 1993–94 |
Nonresident sales tax exemptAcceptable proof of nonresident status is limited to one piece of identification such as a driver's license. | Albert Bauer (D-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 444, Laws of 1993 |
May 17, 1993 |
| SB 5280 1993–94 |
Contractor certificationThe Department of Labor and Industries is required to develop a voluntary certificate of competency program by July 1, 1994. The program would be for both general and specialty contractors and would be in addition to the... | Jim Hargrove (D-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 346, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| SB 5357 1993–94 |
School service contrct emplyWhen a school district enters into a contract for services formerly performed by classified school employees, the contract must contain a clause requiring the contractor to provide similar benefits to those provided for school... | Dwight Pelz (D-37) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 349, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| SB 5380 1993–94 |
WSP collective bargainingThe mediation and fact-finding provisions applicable to the State Patrol under the PECBA are repealed. The mediation and arbitration provisions of the PECBA, generally applicable to "uniform personnel," are also made... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 351, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| SB 5402 1993–94 |
Scientific literacy studyThe Washington State Institute for Public Policy is directed to conduct a study of the issues related to literacy in mathematics, science and technology. The study includes a review of existing or anticipated efforts in this... | Jim Jesernig (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 352, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| SB 5836 1993–94 |
Higher ed/state relationshipThe relationship between the state and its public colleges and universities is redefined and a new alignment of responsibilities is established. The colleges and universities are responsible for developing strategic plans,... | Albert Bauer (D-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 363, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| SB 5844 1993–94 |
At-risk children/volunteersA collaborative program permits a volunteer organization and individual to assist a public agency in attending to at-risk children. The center establishes guidelines for the collaborative programs. | Rosemary McAuliffe (D-1) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 365, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| SB 5837 1993–94 |
Government financingGovernmental entities are authorized to enter into a payment agreement in connection with specific obligations for the purpose of managing or reducing exposure to fluctuations or levels of interest rates. | Kevin Quigley (D-39) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 273, Laws of 1993 |
May 7, 1993 |
| SB 5217 1993–94 |
Public works contractsThe statute governing prevailing wage and the construction of a new facility by a private party which is to be rented, leased or purchased by a state agency is repealed. | Dwight Pelz (D-37) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 110, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
| SB 5699 1993–94 |
Pacific NW economic regionThe organizational structure of the PNWER is modified. The delegate council is expanded to include the Governor or Governor's designee from each participating state and the premier or premier's designee from each participating... | Alan Bluechel (R-45) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 108, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 23, 1993 |
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