George Orr
Representative
· Democrat
· District 4
· most recent term 1993–94
1993–94 · House · D · LD 41991–92 · House · D · LD 4
47
Bills as prime sponsor
7
of those became law
497
Bills co-sponsored
3,307
Recorded votes
1.2%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2273 1991–92 |
State Patrol retirement sysRevises effective dates for initial membership in the retirement system, and for the irrevocable election to transfer prior service to the system. | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| HB 1376 1991–92 |
Computer software taxationCustom software is exempt from property tax. Master or golden copies of software are exempt from property tax. | Arthur Wang (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 29, Laws of 1991, 1st Special Session |
Jul 11, 1991 |
| HB 2235 1991–92 |
Hunting and fishing feesHunting, fishing, trapping and other Department of Wildlife fees are increased approximately 20 percent. Senior citizens over 70 years of age must pay $3 for an annual fishing license. | Arthur Wang (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 7, Laws of 1991, 1st Special Session |
Jun 30, 1991 |
| HB 1136 1991–92 |
Cosmetology regulationsThe definition of "board" is amended to include esthetics. The definition of "the practice of cosmetology" is amended to include cutting, trimming, styling, and shampooing hair, as well as manicuring and esthetics. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 324, Laws of 1991 |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 1886 1991–92 |
Vehicular crimes/drug evaltnPersons convicted of vehicular homicide or vehicular assault as a result of driving while under the influence of an intoxicating liquor or drug must be treated for alcohol or drug abuse if required as a result of a diagnostic exam. | Holly Myers (D-17) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 348, Laws of 1991 |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 1938 1991–92 |
State-wide 911 networkThe Director of the Department of Community Development, through a State Enhanced 911 Coordinator, shall coordinate and facilitate implementation and operation of E911 statewide. E911 shall be implemented statewide by 1998. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 329, Laws of 1991 |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 1960 1991–92 |
Health professions practiceThe licensing authorities for the health professions are directed to issue temporary practice permits. This allows licensed individuals from other states to practice in Washington while their applications are being completed. | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 332, Laws of 1991 |
May 21, 1991 |
| HB 1120 1991–92 |
Horse racing receiptsAmendments are made to provisions in the horse racing code relating to: the pari-mutuel tax; the distribution of revenues; wagers on exotic races; satellite locations; and ex officio members of the Horse Racing Commission. The... | Judith Roland (D-31) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 270, Laws of 1991 |
May 20, 1991 |
| HB 1137 1991–92 |
Criminal justice purposesCriminal justice purposes are activities that substantially assist the criminal justice system or provide ancillary benefit to the civil justice system. Existing funding means actual operating expenditures for criminal justice... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 311, Laws of 1991 |
May 20, 1991 |
| HB 1222 1991–92 |
School dist directors' distsSchool district boards of directors determine the boundaries and changes to those boundaries for director districts within their school districts. Standards are established for when the school district board of directors... | John Betrozoff (R-45) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 288, Laws of 1991 |
May 20, 1991 |
| HB 1262 1991–92 |
Tow truck restrictionsA tow truck performing an initial tow is not subject to the statutory height, weight, length, axle loading and spacing requirements, regardless of the destination. | Paul Zellinsky (D-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 276, Laws of 1991 |
May 20, 1991 |
| HB 1813 1991–92 |
Teacher training/recruitmentCenters for the Improvement of Teaching. Each ESD shall establish a Center for the Improvement of Teaching. | Wilson Peery (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 285, Laws of 1991 |
May 20, 1991 |
| HB 1884 1991–92 |
Domestic violence programsLegislative Findings: The Legislature makes a number of findings about the severity of the problem of domestic violence, and the need to assure a wide range of services, establish standards for treatment programs, and conduct... | Brian Ebersole (D-29) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 301, Laws of 1991 |
May 20, 1991 |
| HB 1024 1991–92 |
LEOFF/drivng record abstractAll information pertaining to law enforcement officers or fire fighters or State Patrol officers while driving official vehicles in the performance of occupational duty shall be excluded from abstracts provided to insurance companies. | Paul Zellinsky (D-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 243, Laws of 1991 |
May 17, 1991 |
| HB 1189 1991–92 |
Deferred prosecution/costsTrial courts are explicitly authorized to impose an administrative fee of up to $150 as a condition of granting a deferred prosecution. Imposition of a monthly fee of up to $50 for probation is also authorized. | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 247, Laws of 1991 |
May 17, 1991 |
| HB 1534 1991–92 |
Sexual assault investigationThe Criminal Justice Training Commission is to offer a yearly training session on investigating and prosecuting sexual assault cases for prosecutors, police officers, public defenders, and victim advocates. The training must... | Holly Myers (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 267, Laws of 1991 |
May 17, 1991 |
| HB 1885 1991–92 |
Teachers recruiting teachersThe Teachers Recruiting Future Teachers Program is created in statute to enlarge the pool of qualified high school students who are motivated to become teachers. Participating teachers will make presentations to high school... | Judith Roland (D-31) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 252, Laws of 1991 |
May 17, 1991 |
| HB 1081 1991–92 |
Bicycle safety programA bicycle awareness program is created within the Washington State Patrol (WSP). Bicycles are defined as vehicles, except for the provisions that relate to titling, registration and the selling of vehicles. | Betty Morris (D-18) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 214, Laws of 1991 |
May 16, 1991 |
| HB 1172 1991–92 |
Student pedestrian safetyA school pathway and bus stop improvement program and council are established. | Jeffrey Holland (R-47) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 230, Laws of 1991 |
May 16, 1991 |
| HB 1572 1991–92 |
Salmon for consumption labelFresh or frozen salmon that is offered for retail sale must be labeled and advertised showing the common name of the salmon species, whether it is farm raised salmon or commercially caught salmon and whether it is domestic or... | Harriet Spanel (D-40) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 232, Laws of 1991 |
May 16, 1991 |
| HB 1712 1991–92 |
Athlete agent registrationAthlete agents are required to register with the Department of Licensing. Only a registered athlete agent or an employee or representative of a professional sport team may solicit an individual to enter into an agent contract... | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 236, Laws of 1991 |
May 16, 1991 |
| HB 1936 1991–92 |
Undergraduate admissionsBy May 15, 1991, the Higher Education Coordinating Board and the Superintendent of Public Instruction will convene a task force. The purpose of the task force is to recommend a process for evaluating and accepting a student's... | Randolph Dorn (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 209, Laws of 1991 |
May 16, 1991 |
| HB 2057 1991–92 |
Public facilities districtsA public facilities district may impose a sales and use tax at the rate of one-tenth of 1 percent when approved by the voters of the district. Moneys received from the tax shall be used for the financing, design, acquisition,... | William Day (D-3) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 207, Laws of 1991 |
May 16, 1991 |
| HB 2106 1991–92 |
Shelters/state surplus proprThe Department of General Administration is authorized to donate state-owned surplus, tangible personal property to shelters providing assistance to the homeless. The shelters must be participants in the Department of... | Calvin Anderson (D-43) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 216, Laws of 1991 |
May 16, 1991 |
| HB 2163 1991–92 |
Assault on law officer/agentThe director of the Department of Wildlife shall revoke for 10 years all licenses and privileges extended under Title 77 of a person convicted of assault on a state wildlife agent, or other law enforcement officer assisting... | George Orr (D-4) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 211, Laws of 1991 |
May 16, 1991 |
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