Sylvia Skratek
Senator
· Democrat
· District 47
· most recent term 1993–94
1993–94 · Senate · D · LD 471991–92 · Senate · D · LD 47
89
Bills as prime sponsor
13
of those became law
249
Bills co-sponsored
3,332
Recorded votes
9.1%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5352 1991–92 |
Retired/cost-of-living allwnBeginning July 1991, a TRS I or PERS I retiree receives an annual COLA of up to 3 percent when purchasing power erodes to less than 70 percent of that at age 65. | Gerald "Jerry" Saling (R-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5353 1991–92 |
Retired/cost-of-living alwncBeginning July 1991, a TRS I or PERS I retiree receives a minimum benefit of $16.72 per month per year of service. At the same time, the 3 percent COLA will also be applied, raising the minimum benefit to $17.22 per month per... | Gerald "Jerry" Saling (R-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5354 1991–92 |
Retirees/cos-of-living alwncBeginning July 1991, a TRS I or PERS I retiree who is at least 65 years of age receives an annual COLA of up to 3 percent when purchasing power erodes to less than 60 percent of that at retirement. | Gerald "Jerry" Saling (R-5) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5355 1991–92 |
Puget Sound water qualityThe chair of the Authority is chosen by Authority members and rotated annually among the members. Votes are cast by Authority members rather than alternates or designees. | Phil Talmadge (D-34) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5366 1991–92 |
Certificated instrctnl staffThe masters degree requirement for continuing teacher certification is repealed. Credits earned in excess of ninety credits beyond the bachelors degree by teachers who do not have masters degrees may be counted on the state... | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5369 1991–92 |
Growth management strategiesDeclares a need for a new system of land use planning and governance to provide for the growth and continued vitality of the state's diverse communities and regions. Designates the desirable elements of the new system. Defines terms. | Tim Erwin (R-44) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5377 1991–92 |
Child care coordinatng commMakes an appropriation of one million dollars to fund the child care coordinating committee. | Janice Niemi (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5382 1991–92 |
Early childhood educationThe Legislature emphasizes its intent to provide the Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) to all eligible children not served by a comparable federal program. The limit on serving 5,000 children is removed. | Nita Rinehart (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5384 1991–92 |
Cllctve brgng/uniformd prsnlDeletes previous requirement for cities to have more than fifteen thousand population for the provisions to be applicable. | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5404 1991–92 |
Foundation for families actRevises provisions governing leave from employment for care of family members. Provides that an employer may not discharge or discriminate against an employee who files a complaint or assists in a proceeding under RCW... | Patty Murray (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5405 1991–92 |
Employment of minorsProvides for citations to employers for violations of RCW 49.12.121 or 49.12.123 and allows an abatement period. Requires a civil penalty for a failure to correct a violation, provides for a restraining order for dangerous... | Adam Smith (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5406 1991–92 |
Minimum wage adjustmentEstablishes periodic adjustments to the state minimum wage. | Dwight Pelz (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5407 1991–92 |
Family care employmnt leaveExpands provisions for leave from employment for family care. Prohibits the discharge or discrimination against an employee for filing a complaint or assisting in a proceeding under RCW 49.12.270 through 49.12.295. Repeals RCW... | Patty Murray (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5408 1991–92 |
Child and family care partnrDeclares an intent to have new growth and development pay a fair share of the cost of additional child care facilities and services. Revises provisions for the child and family care partnership. Establishes the need to... | Lela Kreidler (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5409 1991–92 |
Overtime wagesRevises provisions for overtime pay requirements. Revises provisions for duty hours for fire protection and law enforcement personnel. Authorizes employees to voluntarily agree to work more than eight hours in a work day or... | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5437 1991–92 |
Domestic rel restrain orderThe hearing on a petition for a domestic violence protective order must be held within 21 days, instead of within 14 days, after the filing of the petition. Ex parte temporary orders are valid for 21 days. | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5440 1991–92 |
LOEFF early retirement allowModifies the retirement allowance reduction for early retirement of law enforcement officers and fire fighters. | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5453 1991–92 |
Balloon release prohibitionThe state Clean Air Act is amended to ban the intentional release, organizing a release, or intentionally causing a release within a 24-hour period, ten or more balloons inflated with a gas lighter than air. | Nita Rinehart (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5463 1991–92 |
School site-based councilsSchool district boards of directors may adopt policies establishing school site-based councils. The school district board of directors has the final authority to determine the powers and duties of the site-based council. | Adam Smith (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5490 1991–92 |
Partial disability awardsIncreases industrial insurance partial disability awards. | Sylvia Skratek (D-47) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5521 1991–92 |
Military leave/state emplysProvides that such leave is granted in addition to any vacation or sick leave to which the employee might otherwise be entitled. Continues the employee's regular compensation, less the amount of the employee's base pay for... | Leo K. Thorsness (R-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5545 1991–92 |
Collective bargaining/st empDefines terms. Establishes a state employees' relations commission and specifies the duties and powers. Declares the rights of employees. | Larry Vognild (D-38) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5569 1991–92 |
Hazardous waste incineratorsThe location of a facility for incinerating extremely hazardous waste, hazardous waste, moderate-risk waste, or dangerous waste is prohibited within five miles of commercial agriculture, which is defined as farming activities... | Frank Hansen (D-13) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5575 1991–92 |
Urban hazardous waste prevenWhen pesticides are applied to public and private school grounds, day care centers, parks and playgrounds and residential areas, the applicator shall post warning signs. Prior to application, the applicator shall notify the... | Patty Murray (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5578 1991–92 |
Electrician continuing educEstablishes continuing education requirements for electricians. | Adam Smith (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
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