Gary Nelson
Senator
· Republican
· District 21
· most recent term 1993–94
1993–94 · Senate · R · LD 211991–92 · Senate · R · LD 21
155
Bills as prime sponsor
34
of those became law
235
Bills co-sponsored
3,332
Recorded votes
2.3%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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B & O surtax repealThe 6.5 percent surtax is repealed January 1, 1995.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 5018 1993–94 |
Process service on spousesService of process may be obtained against one or both spouses of a marital community by serving either spouse personally or by leaving a copy of the summons at their home. A summons must be served on each spouse if they do... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 6003 1993–94 |
Sexually explicit materialsThe statutory prohibitions on distribution or display of erotic materials to minors are repealed and replaced with provisions prohibiting the display, sale, or distribution of materials harmful to minors. | Adam Smith (D-33) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 6007 1993–94 |
Crime provisionsAttempted Murder : The crime of attempted murder in the second degree is a class A felony. Witness Intimidation and Tampering : The crimes of bribing, intimidating a witness, and tampering with a witness include inducing a... | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 271, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 6039 1993–94 |
Vehicle dealer franchisesNew motor vehicle franchisees are allowed to protest the establishment or relocation of a same line motor vehicle dealership within a geographic area. A "relevant market area" is established around each new motor vehicle dealership. | Marcus Gaspard (D-25) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 274, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 6230 1993–94 |
Business organizatn licensesThe Secretary of State shall set the base revenue amount exemption for charity filing by rule rather than having the amount set by statute. The specific reference to a "toll free" number for consumer information is changed to... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 287, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 6466 1993–94 |
Environmental permit processInternal WSDOT processes incorporate environmental considerations throughout the entire construction process, beginning with the earliest planning stages and extending through final construction. The department, in cooperation... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 258, Laws of 1994 |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| SB 6045 1993–94 |
Execution of judgmentsA party who has been awarded a judgment may apply within 90 days before the original ten-year enforcement period expires for an additional ten-year extension. The party seeking the extension must pay a fee equal to half the... | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 189, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| SB 6065 1993–94 |
Defaulting defendent/costsCosts, not to exceed $100, may be imposed upon a defendant to cover the expense of preparing and serving a warrant for failure of the defendant to appear at court. These costs constitute a judgment against the defendant at the... | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 192, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 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 6093 1993–94 |
Collection agency definedA person is not considered a "collection agency" if the person is located in another state and is collecting debts from debtors located in this state by means of interstate communications, such as telephone, mail, or FAX. If... | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 195, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| SB 6138 1993–94 |
Obstructing law enfrc officrThe crime of obstructing a public servant is renamed obstructing a law enforcement officer. The crime is committed if a person makes a willfully untrue, misleading, or exaggerated statement to a law enforcement officer, or if... | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 196, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| SB 6143 1993–94 |
Retirement service creditMembers who have failed to meet statutory deadlines for restoring service credit, for establishing allowable membership service not previously credited, or for restoring service credit represented by a lump sum payment in lieu... | Harriet Spanel (D-40) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 197, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 30, 1994 |
| SB 5995 1993–94 |
Reckless endangrmnt/hiwy wrkPersons who speed in construction zones on any public roadway are subject to double fines that cannot be reduced, suspended or waived. Persons who drive negligently in construction zones or who remove, evade or purposely... | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 141, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 28, 1994 |
| SB 5800 1993–94 |
Human remains violationA person who has sexual contact or sexual intercourse with a dead human body is guilty of a class C felony. The crime is added to the criminal code and ranked at seriousness level V for the purposes of the Sentencing Reform Act. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 53, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6202 1993–94 |
Vehicle size and weightA combination consisting of a truck-tractor and single trailer may operate on the public highways without a permit if the trailing unit is 53 feet or less in length. The maximum length allowed by special overlength permits... | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 59, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6276 1993–94 |
TrademarksThe Secretary of State must establish by rule fees for the registration, renewal, and assignment of trademarks. Registration of a trademark is effective for six years, and may be renewed for successive terms of six years. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 60, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6305 1993–94 |
Minor employment law variancAn exemption from the law restricting the employment of minors under 14 is provided for children employed as actors or performers in film, video, audio, or theatrical productions. | Sid Snyder (D-19) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 62, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 23, 1994 |
| SB 6006 1993–94 |
Judicial information systemThe funds in the judicial information system account are to be used to provide an adequate level of Judicial Information Systems (JIS) services to the judiciary, in addition to access for noncourt users. | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 8, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 21, 1994 |
| SB 6067 1993–94 |
State magistrates' associatnThe "Washington State Magistrates' Association" is changed to the "Washington State District and Municipal Court Judges' Association." The annual meeting of the association may be scheduled by the governing board. | R. Lorraine Wojahn (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 32, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 21, 1994 |
| SB 6484 1993–94 |
Public hazards claimsThe existing statute governing hazards to the public is repealed and replaced by a statute which provides more precise definitions of the type of damage claims covered by the statute, as well as specific criteria for courts to... | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 42, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 21, 1994 |
| SB 6491 1993–94 |
Regional transit authoritiesThe Regional Transit Authority is specifically authorized to place before the voters the implementation of appropriate phases of a regional high capacity transportation system plan, with subsequent votes on additional phases.... | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 44, Laws of 1994 |
Mar 21, 1994 |
| SB 6480 1993–94 |
Unemployment insurance compTechnology/implementation . The Employment Security Department is required to report to the standing committees of the Legislature by July 1, 1995, regarding the use of technology in order to reduce the need for conditional... | Ray Moore (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 14, 1994 |
| SB 5001 1993–94 |
Basic health plan sunsetExtends the termination date from June 30, 1992, to June 30, 1997. | James West (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 5002 1993–94 |
Lottery moneys/common schoolDeletes the requirement for deposits into the housing trust fund. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
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