George Paris
Representative
· Republican
· District 44
· most recent term 1991–92
1991–92 · House · R · LD 44
7
Bills as prime sponsor
0
of those became law
634
Bills co-sponsored
1,646
Recorded votes
0.2%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 1400 1991–92 |
Rural health care projectsThe number six is deleted from both provisions, allowing any number of projects to be funded consistent with appropriation. | Bob Morton (R-7) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 224, 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 1743 1991–92 |
High-interest consumer loansThe existing Industrial Loan Act and Consumer Finance Loan Act are repealed effective January 1, 1992 and January 1, 1993 respectively. In their place, a new Consumer Loan Act is created combining elements of both repealed acts. | Dennis Dellwo (D-3) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 208, Laws of 1991 |
May 16, 1991 |
| HB 2048 1991–92 |
Older physicians license feeThe board by rule is authorized to establish a "retired active license" for retired physicians or physician assistants who wish to practice medicine on an emergent or intermittent basis. The Secretary of Health is to establish... | John Moyer (R-6) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 229, Laws of 1991 |
May 16, 1991 |
| HB 2058 1991–92 |
Stat of limtatns/sex abuseThe Legislature finds that childhood sexual abuse is pervasive, traumatic to the victim, and victims may repress memories of the incident or be unable to connect it to any injury until after the statute of limitations has run.... | Pat Scott (D-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 212, Laws of 1991 |
May 16, 1991 |
| HB 2198 1991–92 |
Joint center/higher educatnThe statutes related to the Joint Center for Higher Education in Spokane and the Spokane Intercollegiate Research and Technology Institute are amended as follows. | Dennis Dellwo (D-3) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 205, Laws of 1991 |
May 16, 1991 |
| HB 1088 1991–92 |
Uniform transfers to minorsThe statutes relating to gifts given to minors are revised to conform to the Uniform Transfers to Minors Act. Washington law governs a custodianship if at the time of the transfer, the transferor, minor, or custodian is a... | Marlin Appelwick (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 193, Laws of 1991 |
May 15, 1991 |
| HB 1142 1991–92 |
Processor/preparer liensThe definition of agricultural products for purposes of the processor lien is modified to specifically include milk and milk products. A person owing money to a dairy processor, who has a processor lien attached to an account... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 174, Laws of 1991 |
May 15, 1991 |
| HB 1336 1991–92 |
Prospective residntl tenantsA landlord is prohibited from requiring a fee from a prospective tenant for the privilege of being placed on a list to be considered as a tenant for a dwelling unit. A landlord may charge a prospective tenant a fee for... | June Leonard (D-11) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 194, Laws of 1991 |
May 15, 1991 |
| HB 1500 1991–92 |
Jail labor pay increaseThe amount credited to a jail inmate while in custody for failure to pay fines and costs is increased to $42 per day. If the inmate performs labor while in custody, the amount credited is $60 per day. | Moyne Riley (D-19) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 183, Laws of 1991 |
May 15, 1991 |
| HB 1671 1991–92 |
Promoting growth strategiesThe Department of Transportation (DOT) is directed to establish an access program for all state highways. Legislative findings recognize property owners' rights to reasonable access to the system but make those rights... | Ruth Fisher (D-27) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 202, Laws of 1991 |
May 15, 1991 |
| HB 1727 1991–92 |
Interpreters/legal procdingsThe definition of qualified interpreter dealing with certification is changed. A qualified interpreter is a visual language interpreter who is certified by the state or is certified by the interpreters registry for the deaf to... | Marlin Appelwick (D-46) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 171, Laws of 1991 |
May 15, 1991 |
| HB 1780 1991–92 |
Criminal offender work crewsThe definition of partial confinement is modified to include "work crew" as an intermediate sentencing option. Courts can impose an obligation on selected felony offenders to participate in supervised work crews. | Betty Morris (D-18) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 181, Laws of 1991 |
May 15, 1991 |
| HB 1830 1991–92 |
Child's statement admissbltyThe child hearsay statute is amended to clarify that it is applicable to criminal proceedings against juveniles. | Holly Myers (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 169, Laws of 1991 |
May 15, 1991 |
| HB 1287 1991–92 |
Adoption provisions revisnsConsent forms will contain a statement stating whether the child to be adopted is Native American or an Alaska native. Adoption facilitators will submit sworn statements documenting how they determined whether the federal... | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 136, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1401 1991–92 |
Taxpayers' rights/responsbltTaxpayers have a right to be treated fairly and equitably, including: 1) The right to a written statement explaining the basis for tax deficiencies, interest, and penalties; 2) The right to rely on written advice from the... | Arthur Wang (D-27) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 142, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1586 1991–92 |
Continuing care retirmnt comRehabilitation facilities are subject to certificate of need requirements. Continuing care retirement communities no longer require a certificate of need review. | Duane Sommers (R-6) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 158, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1777 1991–92 |
New prison constructionThe public works laws are temporarily amended to expedite the prison construction process to provide concurrent preparation of design plans, specifications and competitive bidding of construction contracts. | Helen Sommers (D-36) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 130, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1861 1991–92 |
Osteopathic medicine/surgeryThe Osteopathic Medicine Practice Act is updated generally, including references to the transfer of the regulatory program to the Department of Health, correction of internal statutory references, and the elimination of... | Betty Morris (D-18) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 160, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1883 1991–92 |
GasoholThe motor vehicle fuel tax exemption is continued until December 31, 1999. Motor fuels with ethanol may be marketed if the resultant blend meets applicable fuel standards. | Ron Meyers (D-26) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 145, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 2027 1991–92 |
Student tuition refundFor the purposes of this legislation, the term "eligible student" is defined. An eligible student must meet three conditions. | Clyde Ballard (R-12) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 164, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1031 1991–92 |
Water/sewer districtsA sewer district, or water district, with 5,000 or more customers providing health, group, or life insurance benefits to its employees may provide its commissioners with the same coverage. The board of commissioners of a sewer... | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 82, Laws of 1991 |
May 9, 1991 |
| HB 1071 1991–92 |
Precinct election officersLists of persons qualified to serve as precinct election officers must be submitted by the chairs of the county central committees to the county auditor by June 1 of each year. | Calvin Anderson (D-43) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 106, Laws of 1991 |
May 9, 1991 |
| HB 1072 1991–92 |
Election provisions changesCriminal penalties in the election code are tied directly to the definitions and penalty ranges provided for misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors and felonies provided in the criminal code. Terminology is changed to be consistent... | Alexander McLean (R-12) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 81, Laws of 1991 |
May 9, 1991 |
| HB 1228 1991–92 |
State government receivablesAny state agency may assess interest at the rate of 1 percent per month on receivables from the date the receivables are due. State agencies may inform credit reporting agencies of debts owed the state before the receivables are due. | Bill Brumsickle (R-20) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 85, Laws of 1991 |
May 9, 1991 |
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