Bob Morton
Senator
· Republican
· District 7
· most recent term 2011–12
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362
Bills as prime sponsor
65
of those became law
1,309
Bills co-sponsored
17,986
Recorded votes
2.4%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5633 1995–96 |
Spartina controlThe Legislature finds that Spartina presents a significant hydrological threat to Washington, as well as to other states and Canadian provinces. It also finds that current laws and regulations designed to protect the... | Sid Snyder (D-19) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 255, Laws of 1995 |
May 5, 1995 |
| SB 5898 1995–96 |
Grass burning alternativesIt is mandated that any study authorized by the task force and approved by Department of Ecology must be conducted by Washington State University. WSU is required to submit a brief report every two years to the appropriate... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 261, Laws of 1995 |
May 5, 1995 |
| SB 5956 1995–96 |
Unpaid court-ordered obligtnThe statute authorizing counties to collect unpaid court obligations is clarified. A superior court judge is authorized, at the time of sentencing or within ten years, to assess as court costs monies paid to collect unpaid... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 262, Laws of 1995 |
May 5, 1995 |
| SB 5662 1995–96 |
Metals mining and millingThe dual responsibility of the Department of Ecology and the Department of Natural Resources is clarified, and the responsibility for performance security bonds is given exclusively to the Department of Ecology. The... | Brad Owen (D-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 223, Laws of 1995 |
May 3, 1995 |
| SB 5403 1995–96 |
State horse parkFindings are made regarding the economic and recreational benefits of equestrian activities to the state. The Washington State Horse Park is established and is located at a site approved by the State Parks and Recreation Commission. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 200, Laws of 1995 |
May 1, 1995 |
| SB 5378 1995–96 |
Border area funds distributnBorder area is redefined as any incorporated city or town located within seven miles of the Washington-Canadian border or any point of land surrounded on three sides by water and adjacent to the Canadian border. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 159, Laws of 1995 |
Apr 27, 1995 |
| SB 5355 1995–96 |
Deer and elk damage claimsClaims exceeding $2,000 that have been filed under the Wildlife Code and have been presented to the Legislature may be paid after they are submitted to the state by the Risk Management Office. The House and Senate Natural... | Kathleen Drew (D-5) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 78, Laws of 1995 |
Apr 18, 1995 |
| SB 5857 1995–96 |
Public works subcontractingSubcontractors whose subcontracts are 10 percent of the bid price must be listed. The format used for listing is more easily understood by the general public. | Bob Morton (R-7) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 94, Laws of 1995 |
Apr 18, 1995 |
| SB 6026 1995–96 |
Washington state grownAgricultural commodities may be labeled, advertised, marked or sold with the words "Washington State Grown" or similar language if the product is grown or raised in Washington State. Agricultural commodities that are not grown... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 97, Laws of 1995 |
Apr 18, 1995 |
| SB 5609 1995–96 |
Air pollution control authrtLocal air authorities administering the agricultural burning permit program must not limit the number of days of allowable burning, but may consider other criteria such as weather conditions. | Valoria Loveland (D-16) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 58, Laws of 1995 |
Apr 17, 1995 |
| SB 5222 1995–96 |
Log truck lengthThe legal overall length of a log truck and stinger-steered pole trailer is 75 feet. Stinger-steered means the coupling device is located behind the tires of the last axle on a log truck. | Brad Owen (D-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 26, Laws of 1995 |
Apr 13, 1995 |
| SB 5514 1995–96 |
Fuel tax ratesBeginning October 1, 1995, operators of service stations must post in a conspicuous place a least one sign that identifies state and federal fuel tax rates. Substitute Bill Compared to Original Bill: The substitute requires... | Ray Schow (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Mar 9, 1995 |
| SB 6606 1993–94 |
B & O surtax repealThe 6.5 percent surtax is repealed January 1, 1995. | Nita Rinehart (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 10, Laws of 1994, 1st Special Session |
Apr 6, 1994 |
| SB 6080 1993–94 |
Ag/forest lands prop damageLegislative findings are made that forest lands and agricultural lands are particularly vulnerable to wrongful property damage, especially vandalism and theft. Every person who wrongfully uses or occupies agriculture or forest... | Brad Owen (D-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 280, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 6339 1993–94 |
Environmental laws integratnGrowth Planning Hearings Boards The growth planning hearings boards may appoint hearings examiners to carry out board functions as directed by the board, including issuing recommended decisions. A board member or hearings... | Betti Sheldon (D-23) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 257, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 6089 1993–94 |
Collegiate license platesRCW 46.16.323, the vehicle license plate emblem program for institutions of higher education, is repealed. Beginning January 1, 1995, a state university, regional university, or state college may apply to the Department of... | James West (R-6) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 194, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| SB 6096 1993–94 |
Milk and milk productsRedundant definitions, confusing language requirements and unnecessary standards which contradict the pasteurized milk ordinance (PMO) are removed. Enforcement of the PMO or more strict standards is a requirement for... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 143, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 28, 1994 |
| HB 1182 1993–94 |
Retired teachersThe current TRS I limitation of 75 days per year of substitute teaching without reduction of retirement benefits may be extended 15 days for retired substitutes working in school districts or in multi-district substitute... | Bill Brumsickle (R-20) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 69, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6481 1993–94 |
Higher ed feesThe services and activities fee process is changed so that both the governing board and the S&A fee committee must give express approval to any shifting of S&A fee moneys once the budget for those moneys has been established. | Albert Bauer (D-49) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 41, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 21, 1994 |
| HB 1000 1993–94 |
Basic health plan continuedThe BHP sunset termination statute is repealed and BHP is authorized permanently, pending future statutory modification. The bill contains an emergency clause. | Pat Thibaudeau (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the House floor |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1045 1993–94 |
Working hours for minorsThe Department of Labor and Industries may not restrict the hours of work for minors aged 16 or 17 except as follows: During the school year, minors aged 16 or 17 may work no more than six hours on a school day preceding... | George Orr (D-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1070 1993–94 |
Crimes committed while armedIf an offender or an accomplice was armed with a firearm while committing certain felonies, then the judge may increase the amount of time that is added to the presumptive sentence pursuant to the deadly weapon enhancement as... | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1098 1993–94 |
Senior citizen property taxDeletes amounts deducted for loss from the definition of disposable income. | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1099 1993–94 |
Senior citizen property taxDeletes amounts deducted for a loss, amounts received from federal social security, and railroad retirement benefits from the definition of disposable income. | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| HB 1136 1993–94 |
Home matchingThe Home Matching Pilot Program is established in the state Department of Community Development. The Department of Community Development may select up to five eligible organizations to implement home matching programs at the... | Bill Reams (R-48) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Mar 11, 1994 |
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