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 6195 1991–92 |
Violence-preventn in schoolsThe Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) is required to develop violence-prevention materials for use in local school districts. OSPI may use materials developed by local school districts or they may... | Nita Rinehart (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6197 1991–92 |
Hood Canal fish preservationThe Department of Fisheries is required to conduct a study on the causes of the decline in Hood Canal origin coho salmon. A report is due to the Legislature by January 1, 1993 to include corrective actions and costs. | Brad Owen (D-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6257 1991–92 |
Wildlife/recreation landsLegislative findings are made regarding acquisition of areas for wildlife and recreation, and the need for an increase in funding for operation and maintenance of such lands and facilities. The state wildlife and recreation... | Jack Metcalf (R-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6350 1991–92 |
Aircraft maintenance trainng(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE) Authorizes appropriations to carry out the purposes of the act only after the governor determines that a commercial airline will establish a new facility in this state for the maintenance of... | James West (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6369 1991–92 |
Mental illness/firearms possA person may not possess any firearm if he or she has been committed by court order for treatment of mental illness under the state's criminal insanity statute, or at least 90 days confinement under the state's Involuntary... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6481 1991–92 |
School bus strobe lightsSchool buses may be equipped with a single hazard strobe lamp that meets the standards and specifications of the Washington State Patrol. | Cliff Bailey (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 5064 1991–92 |
Driver's licensesThe Department of Licensing (DOL) is authorized to administratively suspend or revoke the driving privileges of any person arrested for DWI who has a breath/blood alcohol reading of 0.10 or greater. A law enforcement officer... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 26, 1992 |
| SB 6178 1991–92 |
Common school improvementPART I - ENHANCING THE TEACHING PROFESSION The masters degree requirement for continuing teacher certification is repealed. The initial certificate is valid for seven years and may be reinstated pursuant to State Board of... | Cliff Bailey (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 18, 1992 |
| SB 6084 1991–92 |
DSHS interviews of childrenWhen investigating allegations of child abuse or neglect, the department shall videotape all interviews conducted with children whenever a law enforcement officer is not present. Language concerning a 1989 report by the... | Linda Smith (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 7, 1992 |
| SB 6450 1991–92 |
Ferry bondsAuthorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds in the amount of two hundred ten million dollars. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 31, 1992 |
| SB 6300 1991–92 |
Paint/coating applicatorsPaint or coating applicators must obtain a license from the Department of Labor and Industries after completing an education and testing program. Such applicators are defined as persons who for compensation apply paint or... | Bob Oke (R-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 29, 1992 |
| SB 6385 1991–92 |
Wild salmon protectionThe taking of wild salmon is prohibited in the Pacific Ocean and other marine waters of the state, as well as the Columbia River, effective January 1, 1997. All hatchery produced coho and chinook salmon must be externally... | Dean Sutherland (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 28, 1992 |
| SB 6398 1991–92 |
Medical malpractice atty feeLimits attorneys' contingent fees in medical malpractice suits. | James West (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 28, 1992 |
| SB 6331 1991–92 |
Tobacco education programThe Legislature finds that the health impact of the use of tobacco products continues to be a major problem in Washington state. The Legislature intends to aggressively address this problem through an education program... | Dwight Pelz (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 27, 1992 |
| SB 6342 1991–92 |
Commercial bottom trawlingSpecifies an increased area in which it is unlawful to conduct commercial bottom trawling for food fish and shellfish. | Leo K. Thorsness (R-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 27, 1992 |
| SB 6344 1991–92 |
Marine engine emissionsA variance from air quality standards is not required for emissions resulting from the testing of repaired marine vessel engines. The state Clean Air Act is modified to exempt these emissions. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 27, 1992 |
| SB 6365 1991–92 |
County growth management plnAuthorizes the removal from the requirements by adoption of a resolution by June 1, 1993. | George Sellar (R-12) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 27, 1992 |
| SB 6367 1991–92 |
Public assistance limitationPublic assistance is limited, for those residing in Washington for less than one year, to the amount of assistance that would have been received from a similar program in the state of most recent residence, if less than the... | Bob Oke (R-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 27, 1992 |
| SB 6371 1991–92 |
Eastern Washington airportThe Legislature finds that expansion of Sea-Tac Airport is politically difficult and environmentally unsound, while expansion of the existing airport at Moses Lake is economically, environmentally and logistically advantageous. | Tim Erwin (R-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 27, 1992 |
| SB 6316 1991–92 |
Foot care services coverageRequires treatment of the human foot by licensed podiatric physicians, osteopathic physicians, or medical physicians. | Mike Kreidler (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 24, 1992 |
| SB 6269 1991–92 |
Educational services demonstThe intent of the legislation authorizing special services demonstration projects is expanded to include discouraging unnecessary labeling of students when providing state funding for needed services. The mechanism for funding... | Cliff Bailey (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 23, 1992 |
| SB 6230 1991–92 |
Cosmetology studentsRevises the requirements for vocational students of cosmetology. | Gerald "Jerry" Saling (R-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 22, 1992 |
| SB 6245 1991–92 |
Victim impact statementsRevises RCW 7.69.030 to extend the right. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 22, 1992 |
| SB 5068 1991–92 |
Chng provisns/vehicle offensThe burden of proof on the issue of causation is shifted to the defendant for the offenses of vehicular homicide and vehicular assault. The defendant may raise the defense that no negligent act on his or her part was a... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 21, 1992 |
| SB 5243 1991–92 |
Vet affairs advisory committA representative of the Submarine Veterans of World War II is added to the membership of the Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee, bringing the total to 16. | Nita Rinehart (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 21, 1992 |
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