Curtis Ludwig
Senator
· Democrat
· District 8
· most recent term 1993–94
1993–94 · Senate · D · LD 81991–92 · House · D · LD 8
64
Bills as prime sponsor
20
of those became law
401
Bills co-sponsored
3,399
Recorded votes
3.0%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2303 1991–92 |
Crime lab report as evidenceIn all prosecutions involving the analysis of a controlled substance by the state patrol crime laboratory system, a certified copy of the analytical report signed by the laboratory supervisor or the forensic scientist... | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2310 1991–92 |
Weapons possession in courtIt is a misdemeanor to enter or attempt to enter a judge's chamber or courtroom while in possession of a firearm or other dangerous weapon. Exceptions are made for persons engaged in official military duties, and law... | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2323 1991–92 |
Property crimes redefinedThe monetary values for determining the seriousness and degrees of crimes for theft and crimes related to theft are increased. The increases are as follows: Theft: " First degree: value exceeds $2,500 " Second degree: value... | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2329 1991–92 |
Chiropractic practiceThe practice of chiropractic deals with the diagnosis or analysis, and care and treatment of the vertebral subluxation complex, articular dysfunction and musculoskeletal disorders. Definitions of vertebral subluxation complex,... | Brian Ebersole (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2334 1991–92 |
Jail industries boardA Jail Industries Board is created. Membership shall include county and city officials, jail administrators, and the Governor's appointees from the Department of Corrections Correctional Industries Division, Employment... | Holly Myers (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2345 1991–92 |
Irrigation districts LIDsThe imposition of assessments to fund irrigation district local improvement guaranty funds is altered by two factors. First, the maximum balance in the guaranty fund is increased from 5 percent of the value of outstanding... | Lane Bray (D-8) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2349 1991–92 |
Crime lab analysis feeA $100 fine is assessed against each convicted criminal if a crime laboratory analysis related to the crime was performed. An additional $100 fine is applied for each offense. | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2354 1991–92 |
Violent offenders placementOne year of community placement may be imposed on any offender not already subject to mandatory community placement, if the offender has a prior conviction for a violent offense. | Moyne Riley (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2364 1991–92 |
Substance abusers fam planngThe Department of Health and the Department of Social and Health Services are required to jointly develop a curriculum and training format for substance abuse counselors and community service staff. Chemical dependency... | Helen Sommers (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2366 1991–92 |
Fisheries/wildlife dpt mergeThe Legislative Budget Committee is directed to study the feasibility of merging the Departments of Fisheries and Wildlife, and to report to the Legislature by January 1, 1993. | Richard King (D-38) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2376 1991–92 |
Political advertisingWritten political advertising must include the following statement, signed by the responsible party: "I fully accept responsibility for the accuracy of this message." A similar statement must also be filed with a broadcasting... | Lorraine Hine (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2388 1991–92 |
Vehicular assault, homicideVehicular homicide and vehicular assault offenders who are sentenced to more than a year in confinement are subject to conditional community placement. Such offenders must undergo a diagnostic exam and must undergo whatever... | Holly Myers (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2462 1991–92 |
Government accountabilityGreater Accountability . The Legislature finds that demand is growing for a new level of accountability in government and that state government needs an integrated, comprehensive accountability system. Definitions . The terms... | R Wesley Pruitt (D-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2471 1991–92 |
Children's investment trustA children's investment trust fund is established in the state treasury, to be supported by general appropriations, gifts, grants, and unspecified "earmarked" revenue. | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2472 1991–92 |
Family preservation servicesA statutory program of family preservation services is established. The Department of Social and Health Services is granted the authority to plan and implement a phased-in program on a statewide basis. | Brian Ebersole (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2477 1991–92 |
Chemical dependency servicesThe Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) is required to develop a curriculum for chemical dependency counselors, staff and volunteer workers of domestic violence programs, childhood sexual abuse programs, and sexual... | Lane Bray (D-8) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2499 1991–92 |
Claims against local govnmtThe statutes relating to lawsuits against local governments for damages are altered and repealed to establish a single, uniform procedure. It is clarified that the requirement for local governments to defend their officers and... | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2506 1991–92 |
Law officer impersonationA new crime of criminal impersonation in the second degree, a misdemeanor, is created. | David Cooper (D-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2526 1991–92 |
Rural development councilThe Legislature recognizes the efforts of the Washington State Rural Development Council and encourages state entities to participate in the council's activities. The council must be located in a branch or agency of the... | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2527 1991–92 |
Public assistance earningsThe secretary of the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) is directed to seek a waiver from federal AFDC earned income disregard requirements. Under the terms of the waiver, one half of the parents earned income... | Bill Grant (D-16) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2532 1991–92 |
Assault against a childNew crimes of assault of a child in the first, second, or third degree are created. The crimes apply to adults age 18 and over who assault children under age 13. | Brian Ebersole (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2538 1991–92 |
Joint tenancy provisionsAny joint tenancy, including a community property joint tenancy, may be severed at will by any tenant. Property interests resulting from the severance of a joint tenancy held by a husband and wife are presumed to be community... | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2671 1991–92 |
State subsidy of higher edBeginning on July 30, 1992, 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-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2695 1991–92 |
Fair start programFrom funds appropriated by the Legislature, the Superintendent of Public Instruction (SPI) shall establish the Fair Start Program to assist school districts in providing prevention and intervention programs for elementary... | Gregory Fisher (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| HB 2729 1991–92 |
Tuition and financial aidTUITION: Building fees will be a percentage of total tuition instead of a fixed dollar amount in statute. The percentage varies between 4 and 6 percent of total tuition at the four-year institutions, and 11 and 15 percent at... | Gary Locke (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 12, 1992 |
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