Evan Jones
Representative
· Democrat
· District 24
· most recent term 1993–94
1993–94 · House · D · LD 241991–92 · House · D · LD 24
59
Bills as prime sponsor
12
of those became law
653
Bills co-sponsored
3,307
Recorded votes
0.0%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 1907 1993–94 |
Household moversThe monetary penalty the Utilities and Transportation Commission may impose on a household goods carrier who underestimates the actual moving charges is increased from $100/violation to up to $1,000/violation when the actual... | Jesse Wineberry (D-37) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 392, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1157 1993–94 |
Emancipation of minorsA minor who is at least 16 years of age and a resident of this state may petition in Superior Court for a declaration of emancipation. The petition must allege that the petitioner has the ability to manage financial, personal,... | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 294, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1197 1993–94 |
Public assistance/income lmtThe legislative intent underlying public assistance programs is stated to include the concepts that assistance be temporary, and that disincentives to work be overcome. The value of welfare-to-work programs, employment,... | June Leonard (D-11) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 312, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1209 1993–94 |
Education reformSTUDENT LEARNING GOALS The goals of the Basic Education Act are modified. | Wilson Peery (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 336, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1246 1993–94 |
Temporarily disabled workersIf an injured worker is returned to work at light or modified duty during the period in which the worker is unable to return to his or her regular job, the employer must continue or resume the health and welfare benefits to... | Grace Cole (D-32) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 299, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1271 1993–94 |
Vehicle length limitsWashington's statutes are brought into compliance with ISTEA's vehicle length provisions: (1)The legal length of a double trailer combination is increased from 60 to 61 feet to accommodate the operation of a combination... | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 301, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1307 1993–94 |
Washington service corpsThe six-month service period for the Washington Service Corps (WSC), and possible six month extension, is replaced with an 11-month service period. The post service scholarship is changed from one year to two years, after... | Gary Locke (D-37) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 302, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1379 1993–94 |
Motor vehicle programsMotor vehicle certificates of ownership are currently issued in paper form. Certificates of title are authorized to be transmitted in electronic form when appropriate. | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 307, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1393 1993–94 |
Minimum wageThe state minimum wage is changed from $4.25 per hour to $4.90 per hour on July 1, 1993. Beginning on July 1, 1994, the Department of Labor and Industries will calculate an adjusted rate by each July 1 to take effect the... | Grace Cole (D-32) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 309, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1529 1993–94 |
Timber programs reauthorizedThe timber programs in the Public Works Trust Fund and the timber Community Economic Recovery Board (CERB) are extended to June 30, 1995. Unemployment benefits for dislocated timber workers are extended to cover workers who... | James Springer (D-18) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 316, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1662 1993–94 |
Community econ revitaliz brdThe expiration date of the statue authorizing CERB is extended indefinitely. The board must report to the Legislature by June 30, 1999, on the effectiveness of the CERB program. | Jesse Wineberry (D-37) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 320, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1708 1993–94 |
Student learning commissionThe size of the Commission on Student Learning is increased by two members, from nine to 11, by having Governor Lowry appoint five members instead of only three. The deadline for the final appointments is extended from... | Wilson Peery (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 334, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1820 1993–94 |
School-to-work transitionThe Academic and Vocational Development Integration Grant Program is expanded and renamed the School-to-Work Transitions Program. | Randolph Dorn (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 335, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1849 1993–94 |
Automatd teller machne securOperators of automated teller machines and night depositories must adopt procedures for evaluating the safety of automated teller machine and night deposit facility sites. Such operators must provide lighting at such... | Paul Zellinsky (D-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 324, Laws of 1993 |
May 12, 1993 |
| HB 1025 1993–94 |
Prisoner actions/limitationsImprisonment is removed as a disability in the tolling statute. | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 232, Laws of 1993 |
May 7, 1993 |
| HB 1115 1993–94 |
Child abuse and neglectLaw enforcement agencies are authorized to access all relevant records of the reported child abuse or neglect from the reporters. Medical practitioners must request a release of information from a victim's parent or guardian... | Moyne Riley (D-19) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 237, Laws of 1993 |
May 7, 1993 |
| HB 1318 1993–94 |
Boating safetyThe boating laws are substantially revised and updated. The laws are applicable to "vessels." The word "vessels" is broadly defined to include most types of watercraft. | R Wesley Pruitt (D-26) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 244, Laws of 1993 |
May 7, 1993 |
| HB 1344 1993–94 |
Vehicle axle restrictionsThe 3,000 pound variance on a tandem axle is removed. In a tandem combination, the maximum weight remains 20,000 pounds on a single axle, and 34,000 pounds on a tandem. | Evan Jones (D-24) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 246, Laws of 1993 |
May 7, 1993 |
| HB 1501 1993–94 |
Higher ed state supportBeginning on July 30, 1993, the Higher Education Coordinating Board will annually develop and distribute information on the amount of state support received by students at public and private colleges, universities, and... | Jean Silver (R-6) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 250, Laws of 1993 |
May 7, 1993 |
| HB 1559 1993–94 |
Child care programsThe Child Care Coordinating Committee develops a plan for a statewide system of school-aged child care programs. The plan includes a statement of needs; identification of target children and ideas for local community... | Lisa Brown (D-3) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 255, Laws of 1993 |
May 7, 1993 |
| HB 1988 1993–94 |
Employment and training servContributions by businesses currently paid to the federal unemployment insurance trust fund (UITF) for unemployment insurance benefits are changed. Employer contributions are reduced by 0.12 percent; this reduction is offset... | Senator (D-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 226, Laws of 1993 |
May 7, 1993 |
| HB 1028 1993–94 |
Live-in care/mobile home pksA tenant may share his or her mobile home with a person over 18 years of age if that person is providing live-in home health or hospice care as required by the tenant's physician. The live-in care provider is not considered a... | Holly Myers (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 152, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 30, 1993 |
| HB 1317 1993–94 |
Parks' volunteer organizatnsThe State Parks and Recreation Commission may enter into cooperative agreements with private nonprofit groups as well as allow for the use of state park property and facilities for the purpose of raising money for state parks.... | R Wesley Pruitt (D-26) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 156, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 30, 1993 |
| HB 1343 1993–94 |
Battered women/murder sentncConvicted murderers may apply for retroactive application of the mitigating factor to have their sentences reduced. Petitioners must allege that the murder was committed in response to the victim's continuing pattern of... | Betty Morris (D-18) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 144, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 30, 1993 |
| HB 1530 1993–94 |
Property tax exemptionsAn otherwise qualified senior citizen or retired disabled person who is in a hospital or nursing home remains eligible for property tax relief if the person's residence is rented for the purpose of paying hospital or nursing... | Betty Morris (D-18) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 178, Laws of 1993 |
Apr 30, 1993 |
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