Ron Meyers
Representative
· Democrat
· District 26
· most recent term 1993–94
1993–94 · House · D · LD 261991–92 · House · D · LD 26
64
Bills as prime sponsor
13
of those became law
359
Bills co-sponsored
3,307
Recorded votes
4.4%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2910 1993–94 |
Law school sale/excise taxAuthorizes the governing bodies of a city or county to impose an excise tax upon each sale of a law school at a rate of one hundred percent of the selling price. Applies to all taxable events not final as of the effective date... | Ron Meyers (D-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2911 1993–94 |
Insurance agents B & O taxReduces the rate from 1.1 to .55 percent. | Ron Meyers (D-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 2914 1993–94 |
Governmnt performnce/accntblDeclares a commitment to identify and eliminate barriers to innovation and improvement, and to create incentives for performance in state government. | Brian Ebersole (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1309 1993–94 |
Wild salmonid protectionA wild salmon and trout policy shall be developed jointly between the Departments of Fisheries and Wildlife and Indian tribes. The departments shall assess the feasibility of selective marking to minimize the catch of wild salmonids. | Richard King (D-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 4, Laws of 1993, 1st Special Session |
May 28, 1993 |
| HB 1183 1993–94 |
Minors under the influenceIt is unlawful for a person under the age of 21 to be in a public place while under the influence of or affected by intoxicating liquor or any drug. Exceptions to this prohibition are provided for: oLiquor or drugs given under... | David Chappell (D-20) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 513, Laws of 1993 |
May 18, 1993 |
| HB 1249 1993–94 |
Indus insur partial disabltyAll compensation amounts listed under the industrial insurance permanent partial disability schedule are increased by 35 percent beginning July 1, 1993. The maximum compensation for total bodily impairment is increased from... | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 520, Laws of 1993 |
May 18, 1993 |
| HB 1264 1993–94 |
Workers comp third party recThe determination of the fault of the parties in a personal injury or property damage lawsuit is changed to exclude determination of the fault of parties immune from liability under the industrial insurance law. The sum of the... | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 496, Laws of 1993 |
May 18, 1993 |
| HB 1294 1993–94 |
LEOFF plan II early retirmntThe purpose of the act is to: (1) provide full retirement benefits to law enforcement officers and fire fighters at an appropriate age that recognizes the unique nature and physical demands of their work; (2) provide a... | Gary Locke (D-37) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 517, Laws of 1993 |
May 18, 1993 |
| HB 1528 1993–94 |
Cash management systemThe Office of Financial Management is authorized to approve agencies' use of electronic and other technological means to transfer funds and information, and to eliminate paper documentation wherever possible. | Hans Dunshee (D-39) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 500, Laws of 1993 |
May 18, 1993 |
| HB 1635 1993–94 |
Jumbo ferriesUpon legislative authorization to purchase one or more jumbo ferry vessels, the Department of Transportation (DOT) is required to publish notice of its intent in at least one state trade paper and one other paper of general... | Paul Zellinsky (D-23) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 493, Laws of 1993 |
May 18, 1993 |
| HB 1007 1993–94 |
Transportation planningThe responsibilities of the Department of Transportation (DOT) in regard to transportation planning are defined. | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 446, Laws of 1993 |
May 17, 1993 |
| HB 1085 1993–94 |
Transportation demand mangmtThe governing boards of institutions of higher learning may impose either a voluntary or mandatory transportation fee on their employees and students to fund transportation demand management programs that reduce the need for... | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 447, Laws of 1993 |
May 17, 1993 |
| HB 1582 1993–94 |
Insurance agent-brokersWith the approval of the insurer, an agent of the insurer who also holds a broker's license may act as a broker for certain policies where the insurer only deals with brokers. An agent may only participate in this arrangement... | Paul Zellinsky (D-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 455, Laws of 1993 |
May 17, 1993 |
| HB 1721 1993–94 |
Health/welfare benefit trustLocal government self-insurance programs established as trusts for employee health and welfare benefits may share controlling authority with employees if the local government maintains at least half the voting interests, if no... | Ron Meyers (D-26) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 458, Laws of 1993 |
May 17, 1993 |
| HB 1855 1993–94 |
Insurance commissionr accredThe Washington insurance code is amended to conform to the NAIC's recommended financial regulation standards and regulatory statutes. | Paul Zellinsky (D-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 462, Laws of 1993 |
May 17, 1993 |
| HB 1006 1993–94 |
Public-private initiativesIt is the intent of the Legislature to enhance the ability of the state to provide an efficient transportation system through the use of public-private initiatives which allow private entities to plan, design, develop,... | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 370, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1219 1993–94 |
Public works adminis accountThe public works administration account is created. All fees collected under the prevailing wage law are to be deposited into this account. | George Orr (D-4) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 404, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1372 1993–94 |
Accountability task forceEach state agency is required to define its mission and adopt measurable goals by July 1, 1994, and submit them to the Legislature for approval by January 1, 1995. In developing budget requests, each agency must establish... | R Wesley Pruitt (D-26) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 406, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1408 1993–94 |
Teen pregnancy preventionTeen Pregnancy Prevention Projects are established. A high level of community involvement and a wide range of types of programs are encouraged. | Helen Sommers (D-36) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 407, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1520 1993–94 |
Skill centersTwo pilot programs designed to increase skill center course offerings in the late afternoon and evening, subject to funding, shall be administered by the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction. The Workforce... | Barbara Holm (D-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 380, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1617 1993–94 |
High-speed ground transportnA program to begin implementation of a high speed ground transportation system in Washington is established. The program is to be implemented by the Department of Transportation in cooperation with the Utilities and... | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 381, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1766 1993–94 |
Automotive repairThe presumption regarding written estimates is reversed. If repairs are estimated to exceed $100, a customer will receive a written estimate unless this right is waived. | Grace Cole (D-32) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 424, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1818 1993–94 |
Military dependent communityThe Governor may, by executive order, declare a community to be a "military impacted area." The Governor must then establish a state response team to coordinate state efforts to assist the military impacted area and actively... | Susan Karahalios (D-10) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 421, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 1838 1993–94 |
Medicare supplement insurancThe state Medicare supplemental health insurance regulatory statute is amended. The Insurance Commissioner is authorized to adopt rules establishing consumer disclosures standards for the replacement of policies to all persons... | Robin Johnson (D-40) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 388, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| HB 2023 1993–94 |
Roads and highways jurisdctnState Route (SR) 397 is extended by one mile. SR 10 remains on the state highway system and remains a scenic and recreational highway. | Ron Meyers (D-26) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 430, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
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