Ellen Craswell
Senator
· Republican
· District 23
· most recent term 1991–92
1991–92 · Senate · R · LD 23
20
Bills as prime sponsor
8
of those became law
111
Bills co-sponsored
1,488
Recorded votes
2.6%
Absent or excused
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SB 6448 1991–92 |
Growth management planningCounties with a population of less than 200,000 are authorized to remove themselves from the requirements of the Growth Management Act by adoption of a resolution by June 1, 1993. | George Sellar (R-12) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 6470 1991–92 |
Emergency reserve fundAn emergency reserve fund is established. Beginning in fiscal year 1994, the State Treasurer is directed to transfer into the fund, without appropriation, a specified percentage of general fund-state revenues. | Dan McDonald (R-48) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 6471 1991–92 |
Excise tax registrationIf a person is providing a service that is not subject to the state sales tax, registration is not required until the gross income of the business for any month is greater than $1,000. The registration exemption does not apply... | Ellen Craswell (R-23) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Mar 12, 1992 |
| SB 6186 1991–92 |
Unpaid leave/service creditA member of TRS Plan I or II who, prior to June 30, 1992, left a job with a school district or community and technical college district in order to serve as an elected official in an education association can receive... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 3, Laws of 1992 |
Mar 11, 1992 |
| SB 6508 1991–92 |
Tax amnestyA taxpayer who pays to the Department of Revenue during the period July 1, 1992, through September 30, 1992, deficient, delinquent, unreported, or otherwise unpaid taxes for which liability accrued under Title 82 RCW before... | Dan McDonald (R-48) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Mar 6, 1992 |
| SB 6469 1991–92 |
Cigarette/tobacco enforcemntThe duty to enforce the cigarette and tobacco laws is transferred to the Liquor Control Board. Appropriations, personal property, and personnel used by the Department of Revenue in enforcing the cigarette and tobacco laws are... | Dan McDonald (R-48) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 28, 1992 |
| SB 5070 1991–92 |
Indus insurance compensationThe section of the industrial insurance law which defines "acting in the course of employment" is redefined to exclude time spent by jurors commuting to and from the location of their jury service regardless of whether they... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 5158 1991–92 |
Hood Canal salmon managementCommercial fishermen who fish Hood Canal must purchase an additional $100 permit to fish canal waters. A maximum of 250 gillnetters and 30 seiners may fish in Hood Canal waters. | Brad Owen (D-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 5181 1991–92 |
Tech and vocational eductionVoc Ed Works 2000 : The Voc Ed Works 2000 Program is created to allow selected schools and school districts, educational service districts, interdistrict cooperatives, public vocational-technical institutes, skills centers,... | Bob Oke (R-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 5228 1991–92 |
Extraordinary leg sessionsDuring any extraordinary session, the expense and mileage allowance for legislative members is reduced by 10 percent during the first five days, 20 percent the next 10 days, and 25 percent during the remainder of the special... | Leo K. Thorsness (R-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 5278 1991–92 |
Sexually transmitted diseaseA person is guilty of assault in the first degree when he or she knows that they have HIV and the person exposes or transmits HIV to another person with the intent to inflict bodily harm. A person is guilty of assault in the... | Gary Nelson (R-21) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 5282 1991–92 |
School construction wagesThe prevailing wage law is not applicable to the renovation or construction of common schools in the state. | Emilio Cantu (R-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 5581 1991–92 |
Community partnership progrmThe community partnership program is established within the Department of Community Development. The program director has the following responsibilities: solicit volunteer assistance; work with other agencies which rely on... | Ann Anderson (R-42) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 5640 1991–92 |
Alternate teacher certifictnThe State Board of Education shall establish an alternate teacher certificate that will allow eligible persons to qualify for initial teacher certification by completing one quarter of teacher education classes and two years... | Ellen Craswell (R-23) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 5891 1991–92 |
Woodstove restrictionsPersons over 62 years old who burn wood as a source of heat in their residences are exempt from certain provisions of state and local woodstove burning bans. The exemptions from the woodstove burning bans apply to the first... | Bob Oke (R-26) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 5940 1991–92 |
Electronic gambling devicesThe state lottery is prohibited from using electronic or mechanical devices or video terminals which do not require a printed ticket. The authorization for charitable casino nights is eliminated. | Jeannette Hayner (R-16) | Did not pass Did not pass · passed Senate, stalled in House |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 5993 1991–92 |
Income limits/non-prof homesFor purposes of the property tax exemption for nonprofit homes for the aging, the maximum income limit of residents of nonprofit homes for the aging is increased from the income limit for property tax relief from regular... | Emilio Cantu (R-41) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6002 1991–92 |
Volunteer service/immunityVolunteers, including unpaid directors, officers, or trustees, are immune from civil liability for their acts or omissions which result in damage or injury. The volunteer must have been performing services for a nonprofit... | Leo K. Thorsness (R-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6162 1991–92 |
Shoreline management policyLocal government zoning ordinances are included in the implementation of the state's policy to manage shorelines. | Ellen Craswell (R-23) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6197 1991–92 |
Hood Canal fish preservationThe Department of Fisheries is required to conduct a study on the causes of the decline in Hood Canal origin coho salmon. A report is due to the Legislature by January 1, 1993 to include corrective actions and costs. | Brad Owen (D-35) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6350 1991–92 |
Aircraft maintenance trainng(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE) Authorizes appropriations to carry out the purposes of the act only after the governor determines that a commercial airline will establish a new facility in this state for the maintenance of... | James West (R-6) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6481 1991–92 |
School bus strobe lightsSchool buses may be equipped with a single hazard strobe lamp that meets the standards and specifications of the Washington State Patrol. | Cliff Bailey (R-39) | Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor |
Feb 27, 1992 |
| SB 6084 1991–92 |
DSHS interviews of childrenWhen investigating allegations of child abuse or neglect, the department shall videotape all interviews conducted with children whenever a law enforcement officer is not present. Language concerning a 1989 report by the... | Linda Smith (R-18) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 7, 1992 |
| SB 5957 1991–92 |
Higher ed/operating budgetBeginning with the 1992-93 fiscal year the state operating budget for higher education shall be increased by a minimum of 1 percent until the percentage of the general fund state operating budget for higher education is at or... | Leo K. Thorsness (R-11) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 5, 1992 |
| SB 6467 1991–92 |
Children/youth/families counIn serving children and families the state shall seek to maintain their dignity and respect while building upon their inherent strengths. The state shall focus public policy towards involving communities in all levels of... | Lois J. Stratton (D-3) | Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee |
Feb 3, 1992 |
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