Bob Oke
Senator
· Republican
· District 26
· most recent term 2005–06
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188
Bills as prime sponsor
51
of those became law
2,252
Bills co-sponsored
13,342
Recorded votes
6.2%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5240 1995–96 |
Vehicle insurance ratesConsideration of a window identification system, where letters or numbers are etched into all windows of the motor vehicle, must be considered by motor vehicle carriers in the rate-making process. This factor is added to the... | Bob Oke (R-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5241 1995–96 |
Publ-private transportationDirects county legislative authorities to enter into agreements with private entities to undertake as appropriate, together with the department of transportation and other public entities, all or a portion of the planning,... | Bob Oke (R-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5242 1995–96 |
Factory outlet mall signingAuthorizes tourist-oriented directional signing alongside state highways for factory outlet malls. | Bob Oke (R-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5255 1995–96 |
Absentee ballots processingDuring the ten days preceding a primary or election, the processing of absentee ballots may include verification of voters' signatures on the return envelopes and opening the return envelopes. The canvassing board must place... | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5260 1995–96 |
Fair fundThe fair fund is added to the list of funds that receive interest earned on the fund balance. | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5261 1995–96 |
Priv property rights ombudsmAn office of ombudsman for private property rights is established to advise and to represent private property owners in judicial, legislative or administrative proceedings involving governmental actions that raise the issue of... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5262 1995–96 |
Priv property rights ombudsmAn office of ombudsman for private property rights is established in the Office of Administrative Hearings. The ombudsman shall have only the authority to advise private property owners on issues of constitutional takings that... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5270 1995–96 |
State rules/federal requirmnNo rule may differ from the requirements of federal law or regulation unless the Legislature specifically authorizes the differing rule. Any rule that currently differs from federal law or regulation expires two years after the | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5300 1995–96 |
Cigarette advertising & saleIt is unlawful for cigarettes to be advertised on billboards, store fronts, or in state originated newspapers, magazines television or radio. Substitute Bill Compared to Original Bill: The requirement that all cigarettes sold... | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5301 1995–96 |
Tribal gaming activitiesThe Gambling Commission is authorized to negotiate tribal compacts that include, but do not exceed, the following specific limitations: Wager limits of $100 per wager; operating hours for the gaming facility of not more than... | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5304 1995–96 |
Vehicle identificatn inspectThe chief of the WSP must use county auditors and subagents who volunteer to conduct the VIN inspections for out-of-state vehicles being brought into the state. | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5305 1995–96 |
Licensing subagentsThe Department of Licensing may use county auditors and subagents to license vehicles, renew driver's licenses, process all special license plates, conduct pro-rate licensing, and renew other professional licenses granted by... | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5312 1995–96 |
Firearms possession by childRestrictions are imposed on children who hunt or trap. No children under the age of 14 are permitted to hunt or trap unless they have a valid hunting or trapping license and are supervised by an adult. | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5346 1995–96 |
Prevailing wage/school constDeclares that chapter 39.12 RCW does not apply to the renovation or construction of common schools in the state. | Emilio Cantu (R-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5347 1995–96 |
Property tax increase limitThe 106 percent limit is changed to the lesser of (1) 106 percent or (2) 100 percent plus the percentage change in the implicit price deflator for the United States for the fiscal year. | Emilio Cantu (R-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5349 1995–96 |
Agency performance auditsThe State Auditor is required to undertake a comprehensive, statewide performance audit of all agencies, boards, commissions, and institutions within the legislative and executive branches of government. | Emilio Cantu (R-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5354 1995–96 |
DUI/minor passengersPenalties are enhanced when the offenses of driving or being in physical control of a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs include having a child under the age of 18 in the vehicle. Mandatory penalties for a... | Rosemary McAuliffe (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5373 1995–96 |
Child's best interestProvides that it is in the best interest of a child to reside, if possible, in a household with a mother and a father. | Harold Hochstatter (R-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5376 1995–96 |
Property tax relief/retiredPayments for prescription drugs are deducted in determining disposable income. | John Moyer (R-3) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5388 1995–96 |
Salmon enhancement projectsProvides additional funding resources and statutory encouragement for the nonprofit production of salmon by regional fisheries enhancement groups on an expanded scale. | Dan Swecker (R-20) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5407 1995–96 |
Metropltn park district taxsA metropolitan park district with a population of 150,000 or more (Tacoma) may submit a ballot proposition to the voters authorizing the protection of all or a portion of its $0.25 levy from prorationing by placing the levy... | Shirley Winsley (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5409 1995–96 |
Wildlife agents injury compnAll Department of Fish and Wildlife agents who are injured while on duty will receive disability benefits from the department. The amount of disability compensation depends on whether the injury occurred during line duties or... | Brad Owen (D-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5441 1995–96 |
Water rights applicationsProvides specific direction to facilitate the efficient execution of the legislative intent regarding water resources by the department of ecology. Requires demonstration of the implementation of chapters 90.03, 90.44, and... | Dan Swecker (R-20) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5449 1995–96 |
Seafood safety enhancementScallops are included in the definition of shellfish covered under the Department of Health's program to be consistent with national standards of the United States Food and Drug Administration, which recently included scallops... | Sid Snyder (D-19) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 8, 1996 |
| SB 5467 1995–96 |
Supreme court sizeThe number of judges on the Supreme Court is reduced from nine to seven. Vacancies on the court are not filled until the number of judges is reduced to seven. | Adam Smith (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 8, 1996 |
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