Dwight Pelz
Senator
· Democrat
· District 37
· most recent term 1997–98
1997–98 · Senate · D · LD 371995–96 · Senate · D · LD 371993–94 · Senate · D · LD 371991–92 · Senate · D · LD 37
116
Bills as prime sponsor
28
of those became law
385
Bills co-sponsored
5,134
Recorded votes
7.7%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6443 1993–94 |
Photo radar/speed enforcmntPhoto radar is defined. Law enforcement officers are authorized to send notices of infractions to registered owners of motor vehicles identified as speeding through the use of photo radar. | John Moyer (R-3) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6444 1993–94 |
Extremely toxic pesticidesThe purpose of the proposed law states the following legislative findings: certain pesticides dispersed in Washington work places are extremely and acutely toxic even in small amounts and that there are less toxic substitutes... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6449 1993–94 |
Youth violenceProvides that delivery of a pistol to a person under the age of twenty-one is a class C felony. Revises sentencing requirements for youth violence. Revises the Washington intrastate corrections compact. | Dwight Pelz (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6458 1993–94 |
Credit history/insurnc eligiAn insurer may not consider credit history as a factor in determining eligibility for automobile insurance, or in determining the rates charged for an automotive insurance policy. The term "credit history" means the financial... | Al Williams (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6479 1993–94 |
Civil service/collect bargaiProvides for civil service reform. Establishes the position of director of personnel. Provides for the development of a new classification system. | Ray Moore (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6483 1993–94 |
School dist health servicesFor purposes of the act, "district" is defined as including a school district, educational service district or educational cooperative. The deduction for private contractor billing fees is limited to the amount charged by the... | Nita Rinehart (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6496 1993–94 |
Housing assistance clientsThe list of criteria by which projects seeking HTF funds must be evaluated is modified to include: the degree of commitment from programs to assess and provide habilitation and support services when necessary for persons... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6534 1993–94 |
Cigarette/tobacco giveawaysProhibits the giving away of cigarettes or tobacco products in person, through the mail, or by redemption of a coupon at no cost. Designates enforcement procedures. Repeals RCW 70.155.050, 70.155.060, and 70.155.070. | Bob Oke (R-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6567 1993–94 |
Nonprofit youth org sales txExempts personal services as specified in RCW 82.04.050(3) by a nonprofit youth organization or by a government agency. | Brad Owen (D-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6569 1993–94 |
Tobacco products/publ investProhibits investment of public pension and retirement funds in business firms manufacturing tobacco products. | Bob Oke (R-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Mar 11, 1994 |
| SB 6112 1993–94 |
Fair campaign practicesThe original bill was not considered. EFFECT OF PROPOSED SUBSTITUTE: The prohibition on use of public resources for political campaigns is tightened. | Kathleen Drew (D-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 12, 1994 |
| SB 5781 1993–94 |
Higher education accessIt is the policy of the state of Washington that the essential requirements level budget calculation for institutions of higher education include enrollment levels necessary to maintain, by educational sector, the... | Jim Jesernig (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 15, Laws of 1993, 1st Special Session |
May 28, 1993 |
| SB 5076 1993–94 |
Health care reform(DIGEST AS ENACTED) Defines "seasonal employee." Authorizes the commission to develop a rate for employees that provides nominal variance between the rate for individual employees and employees with dependents. Requires... | Phil Talmadge (D-34) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 494, Laws of 1993 |
May 18, 1993 |
| SB 5304 1993–94 |
Health care cost and accessBasic Health Plan Transfer and Expansion . The Basic Health Plan (BHP) is moved, for administrative purposes, to the Health Care Authority. Enrollment is expanded statewide during the 1993-1995 biennium to those who are not... | Phil Talmadge (D-34) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 492, Laws of 1993 |
May 18, 1993 |
| SB 5474 1993–94 |
DiscriminationThe definitions of discrimination are revised by deleting the term "handicap" and substituting "disability or the use of guide dogs by disabled persons." The maximum penalty for humiliation and mental suffering is increased... | Adam Smith (D-33) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 510, Laws of 1993 |
May 18, 1993 |
| SB 5736 1993–94 |
Chiropractic care/workers coChiropractic care must be available to injured workers under the industrial insurance system. The care given must be within the scope of practice for chiropractic care, and may include only treatment for acute conditions. | Ray Moore (D-36) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 515, Laws of 1993 |
May 18, 1993 |
| SB 5483 1993–94 |
Public transp labor arbitratIf a collective bargaining agreement for the transit system has not been negotiated within 90 days of the commencement of bargaining between a labor union and a local government transportation authority, then either party to... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 473, Laws of 1993 |
May 17, 1993 |
| SB 5574 1993–94 |
Credit information useThe Washington Fair Credit Reporting Act is established. Requirements of Consumer Reporting Agencies - Consumer reporting agencies are required to have reasonable procedures to maintain proper information within credit... | Al Williams (D-32) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 476, Laws of 1993 |
May 17, 1993 |
| SB 5584 1993–94 |
Housing policy actThe Washington Housing Policy Act is established. | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 478, Laws of 1993 |
May 17, 1993 |
| SB 5686 1993–94 |
Credit card late paymnt charThe maximum delinquency charge for retail charge agreements and lender credit cards is 10 percent of the average balance of the delinquent account for the prior 30-day period when this balance is less than $100. However, a... | Al Williams (D-32) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 481, Laws of 1993 |
May 17, 1993 |
| SB 5176 1993–94 |
Cashing government checksIn order for a financial institution to be a qualified public depositary, the institution may not charge more than $1 to cash a check or warrant issued by this state or the federal government for a noncustomer. | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 342, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| SB 5307 1993–94 |
Firearms on school premisesThe prohibition against any student carrying a firearm or other dangerous weapons on public or private school premises is expanded to apply to any person. The areas in which the prohibition applies are expanded to also include... | Dwight Pelz (D-37) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 347, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| SB 5357 1993–94 |
School service contrct emplyWhen a school district enters into a contract for services formerly performed by classified school employees, the contract must contain a clause requiring the contractor to provide similar benefits to those provided for school... | Dwight Pelz (D-37) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 349, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| SB 5380 1993–94 |
WSP collective bargainingThe mediation and fact-finding provisions applicable to the State Patrol under the PECBA are repealed. The mediation and arbitration provisions of the PECBA, generally applicable to "uniform personnel," are also made... | Margarita Prentice (D-11) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 351, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
| SB 5511 1993–94 |
Mail voter registrationThe Secretary of State, in consultation with the county auditors, prescribes a form to be used by citizens to register to vote by mail. The form includes all of the information required to register in person and a portion of... | Valoria Loveland (D-16) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 434, Laws of 1993 |
May 15, 1993 |
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