Jeannette Wood
Senator
· Republican
· District 21
· most recent term 1997–98
1997–98 · Senate · R · LD 211995–96 · Senate · R · LD 211993–94 · House · R · LD 211991–92 · House · R · LD 21
109
Bills as prime sponsor
25
of those became law
965
Bills co-sponsored
6,821
Recorded votes
4.7%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 5718 1997–98 |
Vehicle & driver recordsDisclosure and use of "personal information" contained in motor vehicle and driver records is prohibited, unless explicitly authorized by law or permitted by the individual named in the record. | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
May 20, 1997 |
| SB 5739 1997–98 |
Employee wearing apparelIf an employer requires an employee to wear a uniform, the employer must furnish or compensate the employee for such apparel. | Jim Horn (R-41) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
May 20, 1997 |
| SB 5845 1997–98 |
Beer taxThe general fund portion of the beer tax is reduced beginning July 1, 1997. The liquor revolving fund portion is reduced from $2.60 to $1.30 per barrel and these revenues are distributed 80 percent to cities and 20 percent to counties. | Dan Swecker (R-20) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 451, Laws of 1997 |
May 20, 1997 |
| SB 6061 1997–98 |
Transportation budgetDepartment of Transportation. No funds provided for new projects to expand highway capacity. | Eugene Prince (R-9) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 457, Laws of 1997 |
May 20, 1997 |
| SB 5741 1997–98 |
Condominium offering statmntAn addition is made to the list of items that must be included in a public offering statement by the seller of a condominium. The addition is a brief description of permitted uses and use restrictions which pertain to both the... | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 400, Laws of 1997 |
May 16, 1997 |
| SB 5927 1997–98 |
Higher education financingTuition is increased annually by the per capita personal income growth rate or by 4 percent within the cost of instruction percentages listed below, whichever is the lowest amount. New categories of students are created for... | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 403, Laws of 1997 |
May 16, 1997 |
| SB 5127 1997–98 |
Trauma care servicesA funding source for the state = s trauma care system is established through the collection of fees by car dealers and others at the time of motor vehicle registration or title transfer. | R. Lorraine Wojahn (D-27) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 331, Laws of 1997 |
May 13, 1997 |
| SB 5361 1997–98 |
Charter use of ferriesWashington State Ferries (WSF) may be used for the transportation of hazardous materials when established route operations and normal user requirements are not disrupted. The rate to charter a WSF for purposes of hazardous... | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 323, Laws of 1997 |
May 12, 1997 |
| SB 5968 1997–98 |
Electric-assisted bicyclesElectric bicycles are defined as bicycles fully operative with pedals, but also having an electric motor capable of propelling the bike not more than 20 miles per hour. Electric bicycles are exempt from vehicle registration... | Pat Thibaudeau (D-43) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 328, Laws of 1997 |
May 12, 1997 |
| SB 5353 1997–98 |
Vehicle tax exemptionThe use tax exemption is extended from automobiles to include other vehicles such as motor cycles and mopeds. | Don Benton (R-17) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 301, Laws of 1997 |
May 9, 1997 |
| SB 5178 1997–98 |
Diabetes cost reduction actThe Legislature finds that access to medically accepted standards of care for diabetes, its treatment, supplies, and self-management training and education is crucial to prevent or delay complications of diabetes and its... | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 276, Laws of 1997 |
May 7, 1997 |
| SB 5179 1997–98 |
Nursing facility reimbursmntThe following areas considered in determining reimbursement rates are changed: The allowable cost for land on which new facilities are constructed is limited to the actual cost per square foot or the cost established by a... | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 277, Laws of 1997 |
May 7, 1997 |
| SB 5503 1997–98 |
Comm & tech colleges mergerTechnical colleges may offer only technical degrees whose primary purpose is preparation for employment in a specific occupation. Technical colleges may not offer transfer degrees. | Ann Anderson (R-42) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 281, Laws of 1997 |
May 7, 1997 |
| SB 5715 1997–98 |
Orthotists & prosthetistsOrthotists and prosthetists are regulated at the level of licensure. These practitioners may only provide treatment using a new orthoses or prostheses under an order from an authorized health care practitioner. | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 285, Laws of 1997 |
May 7, 1997 |
| SB 5768 1997–98 |
Supported employment progrmsThe Department of Social and Health Services, Department of Personnel, and the Office of Financial Management must work together to identify appropriate state agencies that have positions and funding conducive to implementing... | Jim Horn (R-41) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 287, Laws of 1997 |
May 7, 1997 |
| SB 5674 1997–98 |
Teaching history awardThe board of trustees of the Washington State Historical Society makes the final determination regarding two annual cash awards: one to an individual teacher and one to an organization. These cash awards are raised through... | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 263, Laws of 1997 |
May 6, 1997 |
| SB 5177 1997–98 |
Heavy vehicle lane travelVehicles over 10,000 pounds are prohibited from driving in the left lane on a limited access highway with three or more lanes in the same direction. The exceptions are buses, a vehicle preparing to turn left, or an authorized... | Jim Horn (R-41) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 253, Laws of 1997 |
May 5, 1997 |
| SB 5445 1997–98 |
Dept of health statutesTwo sections of law dealing with liability protection for emergency medical service personnel are combined. The double amendments are eliminated and the other errors mentioned above are corrected, including language... | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 275, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 27, 1997 |
| SB 5666 1997–98 |
Smoking in the workplaceAn employer = s policy restricting smoking in the workplace must include a provision for a designated enclosed smoking room if a smoking room is included in a collective bargaining agreement. If no collective bargaining... | Ray Schow (R-30) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Apr 27, 1997 |
| SB 5541 1997–98 |
Two-way left turn lanesThe distance in which a vehicle can travel in a two-way left turn lane is 300 feet. | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 202, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 24, 1997 |
| SB 5569 1997–98 |
Salespersons/overtime compLanguage is codified which explicitly states that RCW 49.46.130 was adopted for the purpose of creating conformity between state overtime pay standards and the federal Fair Labor Standards Act, and that RCW 49.46.130(2)(h) was... | Ray Schow (R-30) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 203, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 24, 1997 |
| SB 5286 1997–98 |
Intangible personal propertyAll intangible property is exempt from property tax. | Jim Horn (R-41) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 181, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 23, 1997 |
| SB 5724 1997–98 |
Limitation of actions/theftTheft in the first degree must not be prosecuted more than three years after the discovery of the theft when the victim is a tax exempt corporation under 501(c)(3). | Jeannette Wood (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 174, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 23, 1997 |
| SB 5903 1997–98 |
Hotel/motel tax useThe allowed use of the additional 2 percent hotel/motel tax revenue is expanded to include the costs of operation, acquisition, or construction of performing and cultural arts facilities in cities with population between... | Patricia Hale (R-8) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
Apr 23, 1997 |
| SB 5976 1997–98 |
Nurse title useIt is unlawful to use the title "nurse" in this state unless the person is licensed as a registered nurse, a nurse practitioner, or a licensed practical nurse. Christian Science nurses may call themselves nurses. | Alex Deccio (R-14) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 177, Laws of 1997 |
Apr 23, 1997 |
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