Jim Kastama
Senator
· Democrat
· District 25
· most recent term 2011–12
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343
Bills as prime sponsor
41
of those became law
990
Bills co-sponsored
12,371
Recorded votes
2.7%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5850 2007–08 |
Mental disordersDirects the office of the state long-term care ombudsman to provide ombudsman services for persons receiving services from regional support networks and licensed service providers under chapter 71.24 RCW. Repeals RCW 71.24.350. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5861 2007–08 |
Conservation districtsFor counties with a population of between 750,000 and 1.5 million people, the maximum annual per parcel rate shall not exceed $10, with all funds generated above $5 being dedicated to assisting commercial agricultural... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5880 2007–08 |
Pharmacy paymentsThe bill as referred to committee not considered. | Derek Kilmer (D-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5886 2007–08 |
Autism awareness lic plateCreates an "Autism Awareness" special license plate. | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5901 2007–08 |
Quality award councilThe Washington Quality Award Council is to provide training to technical assistance providers in continuous quality improvement, performance measurement, and strategic planning, to help businesses reduce operating costs,... | Jim Kastama (D-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5939 2007–08 |
Economic benchmarksThe intent of the Legislature includes providing a benchmarking mechanism for the state's economy. The ECC is directed to work in consultation with the Washington economic development commission, instead of with the advisory... | Claudia Kauffman (D-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5969 2007–08 |
Civic education travel grantCreates the Civic Education Travel Grant program to assist with travel costs for students participating in civic education competitions or events. | Derek Kilmer (D-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5990 2007–08 |
Crane safetyThe bill as referred to committee not considered. | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 6031 2007–08 |
Reg trans investment distProvides that funding allocated for transportation projects in Pierce county, identified in the regional transportation investment plan submitted to voters at the 2007 general election under RCW 36.120.070(2), must be... | Jim Kastama (D-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 6054 2007–08 |
Tax expenditure reportsDeclares that the governor is requested to review the report from the department of revenue and prepare a tax expenditure report as part of the biennial budget documents under RCW 43.88.030. The tax expenditure report must... | Craig Pridemore (D-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 6072 2007–08 |
High-capacity trans systemsDeclares that, as part of the proposition to support additional implementation phases of the regional transit authority's system and financing plan submitted to voters at the 2007 general election under RCW 81.112.030(10), the... | Jim Kastama (D-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 6087 2007–08 |
Export outreach programThe small business export finance assistance center is to develop a rural manufacturer export outreach program in collaboration with Washington manufacturing services. | Jim Kastama (D-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 6108 2007–08 |
WASL appealsEstablishes a process for appealing from elementary and middle school Washington assessments of student learning. | Jim Kastama (D-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 6114 2007–08 |
Autism task forceThe Caring for Washington Individuals with Autism Task Force is created to assist in implementing recommendations of the task force, evaluate ways to improve the delivery and coordination of autism services in the state,... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 6146 2007–08 |
Military monumentsDeclares an intent to honor the contribution of the military by the establishment of appropriate monuments located on state property near each military base in the state. | Mike Carrell (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 6173 2007–08 |
Small manufacturersFinds that most small and midsize manufacturers do not have the resources that will allow them to easily access modernization technical assistance and the skills training needed to make them globally competitive. | Paull Shin (D-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 6189 2007–08 |
Pharmacy owners complianceIntends to protect and promote public health, safety, and welfare by ensuring the timely availability of all legally prescribed drugs and devices in all state licensed pharmacies, and that each pharmacy comply with its duty to... | Karen Keiser (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 2008 |
| SB 5882 2007–08 |
State heritage centerAuthorizes fees for the repayment of a certificate of participation (financing agreement) for the construction and maintenance of the Heritage Center and for various operating expenses. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 523, Laws of 2007 |
May 15, 2007 |
| SB 5339 2007–08 |
Port districtsAuthorizes a port district to acquire and operate tourism-related facilities either individually or in conjunction with any other municipality, port district, or person. | Derek Kilmer (D-26) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 476, Laws of 2007 |
May 14, 2007 |
| SB 5434 2007–08 |
Tangible personal propertyCodifies the Department of Revenue's tax policies regarding the Business and Occupation and retail sales taxation of products in import and export commerce. | Erik Poulsen (D-34) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 477, Laws of 2007 |
May 14, 2007 |
| SB 5097 2007–08 |
Safe school plansRequires school districts to adopt and implement safe school plans. | Phil Rockefeller (D-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 406, Laws of 2007 |
May 9, 2007 |
| SB 5098 2007–08 |
College bound scholarshipCreates the Washington College Bound Scholarship Program to provide a four-year tuition scholarship program for students from low-income families. | Phil Rockefeller (D-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 405, Laws of 2007 |
May 9, 2007 |
| SB 5627 2007–08 |
Basic education fundingCreates a Joint Task Force on Basic Education Finance (Task Force) composed of eight legislators, a chair and three public members appointed by the Governor, a representative of the Governor's Office or the Office of Financial... | Rosemary McAuliffe (D-1) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 399, Laws of 2007 |
May 9, 2007 |
| SB 5652 2007–08 |
Microenterprise developmentCreates the Microenterprise Development Program. | Claudia Kauffman (D-47) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 322, Laws of 2007 |
May 4, 2007 |
| SB 5467 2007–08 |
Developmental disabilitiesCreates the Individual and Family Services Program for individuals with developmental disabilities. | Karen Keiser (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 283, Laws of 2007 |
May 2, 2007 |
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