Marilyn Rasmussen
Senator
· Democrat
· District 2
· most recent term 2007–08
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424
Bills as prime sponsor
93
of those became law
3,630
Bills co-sponsored
15,154
Recorded votes
1.8%
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 1642 1991–92 |
Senior citizen tax reliefCapital gain from the sale of a principal residence is no longer added to federal adjusted gross income in the income calculation for the senior citizen property tax exemption program. This exemption only covers that portion... | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 219, Laws of 1991 |
May 16, 1991 |
| HB 1919 1991–92 |
Vehicle insur/safety courseThe Superintendent of Public Instruction is required to include in traffic safety education courses, information concerning the effects of alcohol and drugs on motor vehicle operators and the consequences of operating motor... | Georgette Valle (D-34) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 217, 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 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 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 |
| 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 1027 1991–92 |
Hazardous substance spillsOffice of Marine Safety An Office of Marine Safety is created as a state agency, with a focus in marine transportation. The administrator of the office is appointed by the Governor. | Nancy Rust (D-1) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 200, 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 1748 1991–92 |
Small business export asstncThe Small Business Export Finance Assistance Center is reauthorized without modifications and removed from the sunset process. | Curtis Ludwig (D-8) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 177, 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 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 1771 1991–92 |
Transportation facilitiesThe transportation modes which a first class city may operate beyond its corporate boundaries but within the county in which the city is located are limited to railways. Extended to first class cities operating such railways... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 124, 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 1955 1991–92 |
Misbranded/adulterated foodThe director is empowered to impose civil penalties up to $1000 per violation per day for violations of the Uniform Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. The director may embargo an article under the act for being adulterated or... | Margaret Rayburn (D-15) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 162, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1957 1991–92 |
Food processing plant liscngLicensing Requirements : The types of facilities which must be licensed for operation under the Food Processing Act are broadened to include both food processing facilities which transfer products to another company location... | Margaret Rayburn (D-15) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 137, Laws of 1991 |
May 10, 1991 |
| HB 1112 1991–92 |
Environmental interpretationThe State Parks and Recreation Commission is given the authority to provide environmental interpretive activities for visitors to state parks that: (1) explain ecosystems; (2) explain the effect of human needs, behaviors, and... | Roy Ferguson (R-48) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 107, Laws of 1991 |
May 9, 1991 |
| HB 1264 1991–92 |
Education code changesSec. 1 - Procedures for disposing of surplus textbooks and equipment are changed. Instead of sending a notice to the Superintendent of Public Instruction, school districts disposing of surplus textbooks and equipment are... | Wilson Peery (D-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 116, Laws of 1991 |
May 9, 1991 |
| HB 1358 1991–92 |
Unused sick leave/ed emplyesSchool district and Educational Service District employees who are eligible under existing law to receive annual payment for unused sick leave may choose to have the funds used for a medical benefit plan that provides... | Randolph Dorn (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 92, Laws of 1991 |
May 9, 1991 |
| HB 1581 1991–92 |
Utilities operation regulatnThe Utilities and Transportation Commission's authority to investigate and determine whether a person or corporation is subject to its jurisdiction is modified to place the burden of proof on the person or corporation to prove... | Bill Grant (D-16) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 101, Laws of 1991 |
May 9, 1991 |
| HB 1958 1991–92 |
Livestock brands requiremntsThe penalties for violating the state's laws regarding livestock brands which were misdemeanors are changed. Knowingly possessing livestock marked with the recorded brand or tattoo of another person is a gross misdemeanor. | Margaret Rayburn (D-15) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 110, Laws of 1991 |
May 9, 1991 |
| HB 1151 1991–92 |
Intoxication standardsThe alcohol concentration standard for DWI is lowered for drivers under the age of 21. That is, a person under the age of 21 commits the crime of DWI if he or she drives with 0.04 grams or more of alcohol per 210 liters of... | Roy Ferguson (R-48) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate |
Apr 28, 1991 |
| HB 2187 1991–92 |
Nonprofit orgs tax exemptnsAny public benefit nonprofit organization is exempt from paying B&O tax and from collecting sales taxes on amounts received from fundraising auctions if the organization does not conduct more than one auction per year and the... | John O'Brien (D-37) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 51, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 26, 1991 |
| HB 1244 1991–92 |
Industrl insurnce paymentsThe Employment Security Department and the Department of Labor and Industries are directed to investigate the practice by some construction contractors of avoiding employer obligations under industrial insurance and... | Michael Heavey (D-34) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 34, Laws of 1991 |
Apr 22, 1991 |
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