Dean Sutherland
Senator
· Democrat
· District 17
· most recent term 1995–96
1995–96 · Senate · D · LD 171993–94 · Senate · D · LD 171991–92 · Senate · D · LD 17
101
Bills as prime sponsor
20
of those became law
321
Bills co-sponsored
5,134
Recorded votes
3.1%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5587 1991–92 |
Washington state guard changThroughout Title 38 RCW, the "state guard" is renamed the "state defense force." | Bob McCaslin (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5595 1991–92 |
Municipal utility chargesLimits charges on municipal utility customers who live outside the municipality. Limits taxes on a utility business. | Bob McCaslin (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5605 1991–92 |
Basic health plan/med assistRevises expenditure limits for the basic health plan trust account. Requires individuals to complete the eligibility determination process prior to enrollment in the plan. | Dan McDonald (R-48) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5615 1991–92 |
Vehicle dealer licensingGender references are updated from "his" to "his or her." A person that lists, brokers, solicits, negotiates or arranges for the sale of new or current model vehicles must provide the Department of Licensing with a... | Jim Matson (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5617 1991–92 |
Public disclosure commissionRequires the reports to be sent to the candidate, elected official, and to any political committee supporting or opposing a ballot proposition. | Dean Sutherland (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5656 1991–92 |
Timber areas/pub works loansThe Public Works Board is authorized to provide low interest and interest-free loans to timber impacted areas for construction of new public works facilities that stimulate economic growth or diversification. | Irv Newhouse (R-15) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5671 1991–92 |
Commun mental health progrmsExisting Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) requirements regarding community mental health programs under Chapter 71.24 RCW are expanded to include employment services. Employment services include supported... | Janice Niemi (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5681 1991–92 |
Geothermal resource leasingThe Legislature finds that there is substantial interest among private utilities, the Bonneville Power Administration, and the Northwest Power Planning Council to investigate the potential for geothermal resources in the... | Leo K. Thorsness (R-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5696 1991–92 |
Middle East vet affairs offcCreates a Middle East veterans affairs advisory council. Terminates the office and the council on June 30, 1996. | Paul H. Conner (D-24) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5725 1991–92 |
Electrical licensing exmptnsNo electrical license is required under Chapter 19.28 RCW from any electrical utility or contractor principally engaged in the erection and maintenance of primary power lines because of work in connection with the installation... | Marcus Gaspard (D-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5729 1991–92 |
State printing/union labelDesignates exceptions to the requirement. Directs the department of labor and industries to enforce the requirement. | Nita Rinehart (D-46) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5740 1991–92 |
African-American affairs comCreates a state commission on African-American affairs to examine and define issues pertaining to the rights and needs of African-Americans and make recommendations with respect to desirable changes in program and law.... | Ann Anderson (R-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5764 1991–92 |
Fish and wildlife licensesThe Director of Wildlife shall administer all recreational licenses which are now administered by the Department of Fisheries. Funds from the sale of food fish recreational licenses are placed in the wildlife fund. | Dean Sutherland (D-17) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5774 1991–92 |
Alcohl/drug treatmnt/pregncyPromotes the establishment of local programs to help facilitate a woman's entry into alcohol or drug treatment before, during, and immediately after pregnancy. Establishes four pilot demonstration projects. Makes an... | R. Lorraine Wojahn (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5781 1991–92 |
Aggravated murderA person is guilty of aggravated first degree murder if he or she commits first degree murder and the victim was 16 years of age or younger. | Linda Smith (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5800 1991–92 |
Freight brokers/forwardersEstablishes requirements for freight brokers and forwarders domiciled in the state. | Albert Bauer (D-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5808 1991–92 |
Erwin O. Rieger memorial hwyDesignates a portion of state route number 501 as the "Erwin O. Rieger Memorial Highway." | Albert Bauer (D-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5817 1991–92 |
Flood control optionsIncreases funding for the flood control assistance revolving funds account from four to ten million dollars. | Cliff Bailey (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5823 1991–92 |
Insurance rate regulationThe Insurance Commissioner can only disapprove a rate used in a competitive market if the rate is inadequate. If the rate is filed for use in a noncompetitive market, the commissioner may disapprove the rate if the... | James West (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5833 1991–92 |
Port district feesProhibits a port district from imposing fees based on the gross receipts of a business that derives some of its income from port-related activity if that business is located on property not owned or controlled by the port district. | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5839 1991–92 |
Natural death act amendmentRevises provisions of the natural death act. Requires a patient to be discharged if he or she is capable of indicating by words or actions that he or she wishes to die at home in dignity. Provides immunity from legal liability... | Jim Jesernig (D-8) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5862 1991–92 |
School construction plansDirects the state board of education to adopt rules and establish procedures governing the preparation and use of modifiable basic plans for school building construction projects for which state assistance funds are provided. | Neil Amondson (R-20) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5883 1991–92 |
Campaign financing limitatnEstablishes criteria for eligibility to receive payments under the provisions of the chapter. Provides expenditure limits for candidates under agreement, including limitations on expenditures from personal or family funds.... | Patty Murray (D-1) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5900 1991–92 |
Surplus property/sheltersEstablishes conditions to be met prior to donations of surplus property. | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
| SB 5933 1991–92 |
Retirement systems reentryAuthorizes a member to restore withdrawn contributions, with interest, until June 30, 1992. | Brad Owen (D-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 13, 1992 |
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