Cathy Wolfe
Representative
· Democrat
· District 22
· most recent term 1999–00
1999–00 · House · D · LD 221997–98 · House · D · LD 221995–96 · House · D · LD 221993–94 · House · D · LD 22
53
Bills as prime sponsor
9
of those became law
689
Bills co-sponsored
6,580
Recorded votes
0.2%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2830 1999–00 |
Industrial hygieneDeclares that the purpose of this act is to provide legal recognition to the profession of industrial hygiene, as well as provide assurance to the public that individuals representing themselves as being involved in the... | Gary Alexander (R-20) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 2000 |
| HB 2843 1999–00 |
Unemployment compensationC Allows an unemployment insurance claimant to request a special base year when the claimant has taken family and medical leave during the normal base year. | Ruth Kagi (D-32) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 2000 |
| HB 2870 1999–00 |
Higher eduction feesRequires that a program of partially waiving tuition and fees shall be structured so that, if an eligible person is required to pay any tuition and fees as a result of enrolling in a certain number of hours or classes, the... | Velma Veloria (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 2000 |
| HB 2871 1999–00 |
Higher education feesAmends RCW 28B.15.558 to waive higher education fees for immediate family members of state employees. | Velma Veloria (D-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 2000 |
| HB 2878 1999–00 |
PERS/death benefitProvides that a one hundred fifty thousand dollar death benefit shall be paid to the member's estate, or such person or persons, trust or organization as the member has nominated by written designation duly executed and filed... | Jim Kastama (D-25) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 21, 2000 |
| HB 2744 1999–00 |
State retirement plan 2 & 3Optional PERS Plan 3 and LEOFF Plan 3. A new PERS Plan 3 is created, effective September 1, 2001, for employees of state agencies and higher education institutions, and effective March 1, 2002, for employees of local governments. | Helen Sommers (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 19, 2000 |
| HB 2745 1999–00 |
School emply retirement 2/3The transfer payment made to the defined contribution accounts of classified school employees who transfer from SERS Plan 2 to SERS Plan 3 before March 1, 2001, is increased from 65 percent to 130 percent. The required... | Kathy Lambert (R-45) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 19, 2000 |
| HB 2622 1999–00 |
State trust landsProvides that four pilot recreational conservation leases shall be initiated by the department. The four pilot lease sites shall be the Yacolt State Forest, Elbe Hills State Forest, Tiger Mountain State Forest, and the... | Debbie Regala (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 18, 2000 |
| HB 2623 1999–00 |
Contaminated sedimentThe lack of options for the state to pay for its share of cleanup is noted as a barrier to cleanup. The Institute for Public Policy and Management within the University of Washington is directed to research options for funding... | Debbie Regala (D-27) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 18, 2000 |
| HB 2624 1999–00 |
Mining/flood plainsAn environmental impact statement is categorically required for any new or expanded public or private surface mine, if all or any part of the proposed mine falls within a flood plain as defined by rule. | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 18, 2000 |
| HB 2631 1999–00 |
Comm transactions/privacyProvisions are made to restrict the use of customers = personal and sensitive information by financial institutions and others, and to assist victims of identity theft. | Roger Bush (R-2) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 18, 2000 |
| HB 2635 1999–00 |
I-695 mail ballotingA local government may submit ballot propositions to voters authoring increases in taxes, fees, or other monetary charges at a special election held at any date, if the special election is conducted using mail ballots. | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 18, 2000 |
| HB 2677 1999–00 |
Deferred prosecutionDeclares that a person is not eligible if he or she has more than two prior convictions for an offense or offenses to which RCW 46.61.513 applies, or for any equivalent out-of-state offense or offenses, where the prior... | Cathy Wolfe (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 18, 2000 |
| HB 2679 1999–00 |
PERS early retirementAuthorizes early retirement for certain members of the public employees' retirement system. | Cathy Wolfe (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 18, 2000 |
| HB 2680 1999–00 |
Juvenile offense recordsAmends RCW 13.50.050 relating to the sealing and destruction of juvenile offense records. | Cathy Wolfe (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 18, 2000 |
| HB 2681 1999–00 |
Bone marrowDeclares that a person's status as a minor may not disqualify him or her from bone marrow donation. | Cathy Wolfe (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 18, 2000 |
| HB 2547 1999–00 |
TANFA TANF recipient with a child over three months of age may volunteer to work in a licensed child care facility for 20 hours per week and meet their work activity participation requirements. The TANF volunteer and his or her... | Lynn Kessler (D-24) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2551 1999–00 |
Property tax creditC Provides a tax credit equal to the state property tax on the homes of participants in the senior citizens and persons retired due to disability property tax relief program. | Phil Rockefeller (D-23) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2555 1999–00 |
Sex offendersA sex offender classified as a risk level II or III is prohibited from camping or sleeping in a public park or a playground between dusk and 6 a.m. In addition, level II and III sex offenders may not reside or maintain a... | Dave Anderson (D-10) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2568 1999–00 |
Civil service reformEnacts the civil service reform act of 2000. Repeals provisions of chapters 41.06, 41.56, and 41.64 RCW. Repeals RCW 28B.16.015. | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2596 1999–00 |
Deaf interpreter licensingDeclares that the purpose of this act is to establish a system of licensing interpreters for the deaf and hard of hearing that will enhance the opportunities of persons who are deaf and hard of hearing to enjoy the fruits of... | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2597 1999–00 |
Infertility/insuranceRequires that health plans providing benefits for pregnancy-related services cover diagnosis and treatment of infertility. | Sandra Romero (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2601 1999–00 |
Energy facility sitingTask Force A Joint Legislative Task Force on siting reform is created. The task force will review the current siting authority and recommend changes to modernize the siting process. | Jeff Morris (D-40) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2603 1999–00 |
Retirement system membersA state Pension Oversight Board (POB) is created and consists of 20 members. The Governor appoints the following 13 members: four active member representatives, four retiree representatives, and five employer representatives. | Cathy Wolfe (D-22) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
| HB 2606 1999–00 |
Early retirementDeclares that if it becomes necessary for significant downsizing in a state facility, whether for fiscal reasons, obsolescence, or other extraordinary reasons, the state has a responsibility to provide certain benefits to... | Helen Sommers (D-36) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Jan 17, 2000 |
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