R. Lorraine Wojahn
Senator
· Democrat
· District 27
· most recent term 1999–00
1999–00 · Senate · D · LD 271997–98 · Senate · D · LD 271995–96 · Senate · D · LD 271993–94 · Senate · D · LD 271991–92 · Senate · D · LD 27
137
Bills as prime sponsor
31
of those became law
568
Bills co-sponsored
8,608
Recorded votes
4.2%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6738 1997–98 |
State emplyee cost-of-livingProvides an annual cost-of-living allowance for public employees. | Calvin Goings (D-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 2, 1998 |
| SB 6721 1997–98 |
Student transportatn allocatDirects the joint legislative audit and review committee to either conduct or contract for a study on student transportation, with emphasis on the allocation provided for in RCW 28A.160.150 through 28A.160.190. The study shall... | Shirley Winsley (R-28) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 29, 1998 |
| SB 6663 1997–98 |
Genetic info discriminationDeclares that the purpose of this act is to: (1) Protect the confidentiality of genetic information; (2) regulate the collection, retention, disclosure, or use of genetic information; and (3) protect against discrimination by... | Rosa Franklin (D-29) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 27, 1998 |
| SB 6694 1997–98 |
Newborn screening for drugsDirects the department of health, in consultation with appropriate medical professionals, to develop screening criteria for use in identifying pregnant or lactating women addicted to drugs or alcohol who are at risk of... | Julia Patterson (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 27, 1998 |
| SB 6695 1997–98 |
Substance abuser/family planRequires the availability of family planning services for pregnant or parenting substance abusers. | Julia Patterson (D-33) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 27, 1998 |
| SB 6493 1997–98 |
In-home care providersProvides that the wages for all in-home care assistants of home care agencies providing in-home care for state supported clients in chore services, medicaid personal care services, respite services, or community options... | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 26, 1998 |
| SB 6653 1997–98 |
Domstc violnc privilgd commuQuestioning of a domestic violence victim advocate as to communications with the victim, without the victim's consent, is prohibited. The term "domestic violence victims advocate" is defined. | Pam Roach (R-31) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 26, 1998 |
| SB 6661 1997–98 |
Salmon restoration fundingDeclares that it is the purpose of this act to allocate state funding from existing programs and appropriations for the purpose of priority salmon stock recovery, and to make new appropriations for this purpose. | Karen Fraser (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 26, 1998 |
| SB 6620 1997–98 |
School district moneys/bondsAuthorizes a school district to borrow money and issue bonds for payment on a real estate lease whose term is ten years or longer and that contains an option to purchase the real estate leased by the school district to carry... | Albert Bauer (D-49) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 23, 1998 |
| SB 6586 1997–98 |
Dental assistant advanc pracFinds that technology, infection control, and dental procedures used by dentists has evolved in recent years, and patients properly expect safe and cost-effective delegation of some of the dentist's duties. The public could be... | Gary Strannigan (R-38) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 22, 1998 |
| SB 6616 1997–98 |
Breast/cervical cancr screenMakes an appropriation of one million five hundred thousand dollars from the general fund to the department of health for the purpose of making breast and cervical cancer screening available to low-income women by replacing... | Lisa Brown (D-3) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 22, 1998 |
| SB 6019 1997–98 |
Dev. disabled long-term careThe Legislature declares its intent to bring an end to the long standing conflict between advocates for persons with developmental disabilities. The Legislature affirms its longtime commitment to secure for all persons with... | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 1998 |
| SB 6566 1997–98 |
Mental health parityDeclares an intent to end discrimination in Washington state in the offering of insurance coverage for mental disorders by requiring that health insurers provide coverage for mental health services at parity with medical and... | Pat Thibaudeau (D-43) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 1998 |
| SB 6576 1997–98 |
End-of-life care actDeclares that a qualified patient has the right to make voluntary and informed choices of care including a request for home care, hospice care, psychological and social counseling, palliative care, as well as a voluntary... | Darlene Fairley (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 1998 |
| SB 5476 1997–98 |
Child bicycle safetyBeginning January 1, 1998, it is a traffic infraction: (1) for a person under 16 years of age to operate, ride upon, be transported on or be towed by a bicycle on any public road, path or sidewalk without wearing an approved... | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 20, 1998 |
| SB 5790 1997–98 |
State emplyee whistleblowersThe definition of A improper governmental action @ as well as what does not constitute an A improper governmental action @ are clarified. The following terms are defined: A abuse, @ acting in an arbitrary and capricious manner... | Bob McCaslin (R-4) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Jan 20, 1998 |
| SB 6486 1997–98 |
Managed care consumer protecThe "Managed Care Consumer Protection Act" establishes numerous requirements regarding the structure and operation of managed care plans by health carriers. | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 20, 1998 |
| SB 6522 1997–98 |
Maternity care coverageEvery policy issued by a health carrier that provides hospital, surgical, or medical coverage must provide coverage for maternity care under the same terms and conditions that coverage is provided for illness or disease.... | R. Lorraine Wojahn (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 20, 1998 |
| SB 6419 1997–98 |
Food stamps electronic transStatutory references to "food stamps" are amended to include references to "food stamp benefits transferred electronically." | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 19, 1998 |
| SB 6428 1997–98 |
Noise health effects studyDeclares an intent to authorize a comprehensive review of current research studies on the health effects of noise and a review of current state and local noise programs in order to provide greater understanding of... | Jeanne Kohl-Welles (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 19, 1998 |
| SB 6446 1997–98 |
Health care fundingProvides that a tax is imposed at the rate of 1.0 percent on all taxable income of each person for each taxable year. Provides for taxable income modifications. Provides that partnerships, S corporations, and limited liability... | R. Lorraine Wojahn (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 19, 1998 |
| SB 6453 1997–98 |
Low-income housing revenueFinds that: (1) Housing is of vital importance to the health, safety, and welfare of the residents of the state; (2) safe, affordable housing is an essential factor for stabilizing communities; (3) local governments have a... | Adam Kline (D-37) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 19, 1998 |
| SB 6362 1997–98 |
DOH administrative procedursThe sunset date is changed from 1998 to 1999. | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 16, 1998 |
| SB 6265 1997–98 |
Opticians/eye refractionsCertified opticians who are authorized to dispense lenses may be authorized to perform refractions. The Department of Health establishes a dispensing optician committee to administer licensing exams and make recommendations on... | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 14, 1998 |
| SB 5013 1997–98 |
Health care insur prepaymntsThe HMO and HCSC exemption from the 2 percent premium tax for Medicare payments is continued indefinitely. | James West (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 12, 1998 |
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