 | WASHINGTON STATE LEGISLATURE | |
| Legislative Digest No. 1 | ||
| SIXTIETH LEGISLATURE | ||
| Tuesday, January 9, 2007 | 2nd Day - 2007 Regular Session | |
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This publication includes digest and history for bills, joint memorials, joint resolutions, concurrent resolutions, initiatives, and substitutes. Engrossed measures may be republished if the amendment makes a substantive change.
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HB 1000
by Representatives Kessler and Kagi
Adding porphyria to the list of disabilities for special parking privileges.
Adds porphyria to the list of disabilities for special parking privileges.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Transportation. | |
HB 1001
by Representatives Lovick, Priest, McCoy, Pearson, Kirby, Ross, Hunt, Skinner, Simpson, Newhouse, O'Brien, Armstrong, Ericks, Moeller, Miloscia, Grant, Sells, Green, Eickmeyer, Takko, Kelley, B. Sullivan, Hudgins, Cody, Haigh, Morrell, Chase, Ormsby, and Kessler
Combating auto theft.
Declares an intent to deter motor vehicle theft through a statewide cooperative effort by combating motor vehicle theft through tough laws, supporting law enforcement activities, improving enforcement and administration, effective prosecution, public awareness, and meaningful treatment for first time offenders where appropriate. It is also the intent of the legislature to ensure that adequate funding is provided to implement this act in order for real, observable reductions in the number of auto thefts in Washington state.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Public Safety & Emerg Prep. | |
| Jan 10 | Scheduled for public hearing in committee. (Subject to change) | |
HB 1002
by Representatives O'Brien, Orcutt, Kessler, Condotta, McIntire, and Sommers
Modifying the sales and use taxation of vessels.
Declares that the tax levied by RCW 82.08.020 does not apply to sales to individuals who are nonresidents of this state of vessels thirty feet or longer for use outside this state, even though delivery is made within this state, when the individual purchasing the vessel: (1) Is a bona fide resident of a state or possession or province of Canada other than the state of Washington; and(2) Purchases and displays a valid use permit.Declares that the provisions of chapter 82.12 RCW do not apply in respect to the use by individuals who are nonresidents of this state of vessels thirty feet or longer when the individual: (1) Is a bona fide resident of a state or possession or province of Canada other than the state of Washington; and(2) Purchases and displays a valid use permit from a vessel dealer in this state as required in this act within sixty days of the date that the vessel was first brought into the state.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Finance. | |
| Jan 12 | Scheduled for public hearing in committee. (Subject to change) | |
HB 1003
by Representatives Darneille, Cody, Schual-Berke, Dickerson, Moeller, and Flannigan
Concerning sexually transmitted infections in correctional facilities.
Declares an intent to study and implement a uniform system of sexually transmitted infections testing, reporting, and treatment.Requires the secretary of the department of corrections or the secretary's designee, in consultation with the secretary of the department of health or the secretary's designee, to develop and implement a five-year strategic plan to reduce the prevalence and spread of sexually transmitted infections in correctional facilities operated by the department of corrections.Directs the secretary of the department of corrections to report the department's five-year strategic plan and recommendations to the governor and the appropriate committees of the legislature, annually on November 1st, regarding the implementation and effectiveness of the strategy described in this act.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Health Care. | |
HB 1004
by Representatives Darneille, Lantz, Williams, and Flannigan
Modifying provisions affecting interest on legal financial obligations.
Provides that, with respect to financial obligations imposed for offenses committed on or after July 1, 2007, interest shall not accrue during any period of time the offender is in total confinement in a correctional or state correctional institution as defined in RCW 9.94.049, an out-of-state correctional institution, or a federal correctional institution. For purposes of this act, total confinement shall not include any period of total confinement that is due to a violation of community custody, community placement, or community supervision.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Judiciary. | |
| Jan 12 | Scheduled for public hearing in committee. (Subject to change) | |
HB 1005
by Representative Kessler
Determining rates for the rental of county equipment.
Requires that rates for the rental of equipment owned by the fund shall be set to cover all costs of maintenance and repair, material and supplies consumed in operating or maintaining the equipment, and the future replacement thereof. The rates shall be determined by the county engineer or other appointee of the county legislative body and shall be subject to annual review by the legislative body.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Local Government. | |
| Jan 11 | Scheduled for public hearing in committee. (Subject to change) | |
HB 1006
by Representative Moeller
Studying electronic filing of disclosure reports.
Requires that, following consultation with the department of information services regarding scope of work, the public disclosure commission shall contract with a private contractor for a feasibility study to determine the cost of designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining: (1) Software or other applications to accommodate electronic filing by lobbyists reporting under RCW 42.17.150 and 42.17.170, by lobbyist employers reporting under RCW 42.17.180 and by public agencies reporting under RCW 42.17.190; and(2) A database and query system that results in data that is readily available to the public for review and analysis.Requires the study to be provided to the legislature by January 2008.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to State Gov & Tribal Affairs. | |
HB 1007
by Representative Moeller
Expanding the definition of "at-risk youth."
Amends RCW 13.32A.030 to expand the definition of "at-risk youth."
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Early Learning/Children Services. | |
HB 1008
by Representatives Moeller, Lovick, Kagi, and Cody
Protecting vulnerable adults.
Directs the administrative office of the courts to develop and prepare instructions required under RCW 74.34.110, standard petition and order for protection forms, and a court staff handbook on the protection order process. The standard petition and order for protection forms must be used after September 1, 2007, for all petitions filed and orders issued under this chapter.Directs the administrative office of the courts to determine the significant non-English-speaking or limited-English-speaking populations in the state. The administrator shall then arrange for translation of the instructions required by this act, which shall contain a sample of the standard petition and order for protection forms, into the languages spoken by those significant non-English-speaking populations, and shall distribute a master copy of the translated instructions to all court clerks by September 1, 2007.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Judiciary. | |
HB 1009
by Representative Moeller
Establishing work groups to periodically review and update the child support schedule.
Provides that, beginning in 2011 and every four years thereafter, a work group shall be convened to review the child support guidelines and the child support review report prepared under this act and determine if the application of the child support guidelines results in appropriate support orders.Requires that, by October 1, 2011, and every four years thereafter, the work group shall report its findings and recommendations to the legislature, including recommendations for legislative action, if necessary.Provides that, beginning in 2011 and every four years thereafter, the joint legislative audit and review committee subject to the committee's approval, or other entity designated by the legislature, shall: (1) Review and analyze data collected from the order summary report, the recommendations of the previous child support work group, the current child support guidelines, and other relevant research and data regarding the cost of child rearing, as well as research and data on the application of, and deviations from, the child support guidelines in order to perform the required quadrennial review of the Washington state child support guidelines under RCW 26.19.025; and(2) Prepare a report to the legislature no later than July 1, 2011, and every four years thereafter, on the application of the current child support guidelines, and on the recommendations of the prior work group.Provides that, by August 1, 2007, the division of child support shall convene a work group to examine the current laws, administrative rules, and practices regarding child support, with members as provided in this act. The objective of the work group shall be to continue the work of the 2005 child support guidelines work group, and produce findings and recommendations to the legislature, including recommendations for legislative action, by December 30, 2007.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Judiciary. | |
HB 1010
by Representative Moeller
Notifying parents, guardians, and custodians when a juvenile is taken into custody.
Finds that parents have a fundamental interest in knowing if their child has been taken into police custody for questioning and where their child is being held.Requires that, when a law enforcement officer takes a juvenile into custody, a reasonable attempt must be made to notify a parent, guardian, or custodian that the juvenile is in custody and where the juvenile is being held.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Human Services. | |
HB 1011
by Representative Moeller
Revising provisions relating to alien firearm licenses.
Declares that it is a class C felony for a nonimmigrant alien residing in Washington to carry or possess any firearm, without having first obtained an alien firearm license.Repeals RCW 9.41.170.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Judiciary. | |
HB 1012
by Representative Moeller
Providing an annual sales and use tax holiday.
Authorizes an annual sales and use tax holiday.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Finance. | |
| Jan 12 | Scheduled for public hearing in committee. (Subject to change) | |
HB 1013
by Representative Moeller
Requiring construction contractors to display their licenses and certificates.
Finds that dishonest construction contractors sometimes hire persons without proper licensing and certification to do electrical, plumbing, and conveyance work. This practice gives honest contractors an unfair competitive disadvantage and leaves workers and customers vulnerable. Requiring persons with proper licensing and certification to visibly display their licenses and certificates while doing such work will help address the problems of the underground economy in the construction industry, level the playing field for honest contractors, and protect workers and consumers.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Commerce & Labor. | |
HB 1014
by Representative Moeller
Encouraging safe storage of firearms.
Declares that, except as otherwise provided in this act, a person is guilty of reckless endangerment if the person stores or leaves a loaded firearm in a location where the person knows, or reasonably should know, that a child is likely to gain access, and a child obtains possession of the loaded firearm.Does not apply if: (1) The firearm is secured in a locked box, gun safe, other secure locked storage space, or secured with a lock or any device that prevents the firearm from discharging;(2) The child's access to the firearm is supervised by an adult;(3) The child's access to the firearm was obtained as a result of an unlawful entry; or(4) The child's access to the firearm was in accordance with RCW 9.41.042.Provides that, when selling any firearm, every dealer shall offer to sell or give the purchaser a locked box, gun safe, a lock, or any device that prevents the firearm from discharging.Requires that, every store, shop, or sales outlet where firearms are sold, that is registered as a dealer in firearms with the department of licensing, shall conspicuously post, in a prominent location so that all patrons may take notice, the following warning sign, to be provided by the department of licensing, in block letters at least one inch in height:"IT IS UNLAWFUL TO STORE OR LEAVE AN UNSECURED, LOADED FIREARM WHERE A CHILD CAN AND DOES OBTAIN POSSESSION."Provides that every person who violates this act is guilty of a class 3 civil infraction under chapter 7.80 RCW, and may be fined up to fifty dollars.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Judiciary. | |
HB 1015
by Representatives Haler and Green
Increasing penalties for falsifying hours of service for commercial motor vehicles.
Declares that it is a traffic infraction for a commercial motor vehicle driver to violate RCW 46.32.010 and 49 C.F.R. 395.3 by falsifying the logbook of hours of service. For the purposes of this act, "commercial motor vehicle driver" means a person who operates a commercial motor vehicle.Provides that a person who violates this act is subject to a penalty of seven hundred twenty-five dollars. The penalties in this act shall not be reduced or suspended and shall be distributed as follows: (1) Ninety percent to the motor vehicle account for increased commercial motor vehicle enforcement; and(2) The remainder as provided in chapter 3.62 RCW.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Transportation. | |
HB 1016
by Representatives Haler, Green, and Takko
Providing a business and occupation tax credit for the employment of individuals with developmental disabilities.
Provides a business and occupation tax credit for the employment of individuals with developmental disabilities.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Human Services. | |
HB 1017
by Representatives Haler, Green, and Takko
Providing tax credits for contributions to low-income housing efforts.
Recognizes that despite ongoing efforts there is still a lack of affordable housing in many areas. To ensure further aid, the legislature hereby establishes tax credits for persons who make financial contributions to low-income housing assistance programs.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Finance. | |
| Jan 12 | Scheduled for public hearing in committee. (Subject to change) | |
HB 1018
by Representatives Orcutt, Haigh, Haler, Takko, Pearson, Strow, Schindler, and McCune
Modifying the time limit for state officials to solicit or accept contributions.
Amends RCW 42.17.710 to the time limit for state officials to solicit or accept contributions.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to State Gov & Tribal Affairs. | |
HB 1019
by Representative Anderson
Prioritizing basic education expenditures within the state appropriations process.
Declares an intent to require that all appropriations for K-12 basic education, together with appropriations for other K-12 education programs, be enacted into law before the legislature takes executive action on other omnibus appropriations legislation.Provides that, beginning with the 2009-2011 fiscal biennium and thereafter, appropriations for the purposes of this act and other K-12 education purposes must be made in legislation that is separate from the omnibus operating appropriations act. Such appropriations must be enacted into law before it is in order for either house of the legislature to take executive action on omnibus operating appropriations legislation.Provides that, beginning with the 2009-2011 fiscal biennium and thereafter, appropriations for the purposes of RCW 28A.150.380 and other K-12 education purposes must be enacted into law before it is in order for either house of the legislature to take executive action on omnibus operating or transportation appropriations legislation.Takes effect January 1, 2008, if the proposed amendment to Article IX of the state Constitution HJR . . . . (H-0393.1/07) is validly submitted to and is approved and ratified by the voters at the next general election. If the proposed amendment is not approved and ratified, this act is void in its entirety.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Appropriations. | |
HB 1020
by Representatives Appleton, Miloscia, Dickerson, Hasegawa, Green, Seaquist, Morrell, Conway, Darneille, McCoy, Chase, Roberts, Haigh, Sells, Dunshee, Hunt, Flannigan, Ormsby, McDermott, and Schual-Berke
Regulating small loans.
Finds that consumers should be able to access loans at reasonable rates; no one should have to pay usurious interest rates. Paying the interest rates associated with payday loans can cause a borrower to need a loan to pay off their loan. By turning to payday loans again and again, the borrower can become trapped in a debt cycle.Declares that the director of the department of financial institutions must ensure compliance with laws prohibiting rollovers by thorough and regular examinations and investigations. Violations of the prohibition on rollovers or other consumer protections by a licensee in chapter 31.45 RCW must be followed by timely and appropriate disciplinary actions.Requires the director of the department of financial institutions to study the merits of implementing a real-time database that allows licensees to verify if a consumer has an outstanding small loan. The director shall study the cost of a database and the effectiveness of a database in limiting the possibility of an excessive number of contemporaneous loans. The director must provide the findings of this study to the committees of the legislature that address financial regulation no later than November 30, 2007. The director may include recommendations based upon the study.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Insurance, Financial Service & Consumer Protection. | |
HB 1021
by Representatives Appleton, Miloscia, Dickerson, Hasegawa, Morrell, Green, Seaquist, Darneille, Conway, McCoy, Chase, Roberts, Haigh, Sells, Dunshee, Hunt, Flannigan, Ormsby, McDermott, and Schual-Berke
Regulating small loans.
Finds that consumers should be able to access loans at reasonable rates; no one should have to pay usurious interest rates. Paying the interest rates associated with payday loans can cause a borrower to need a loan to pay off their loan. By turning to payday loans again and again, the borrower can become trapped in a debt cycle.Declares that the director of the department of financial institutions must ensure compliance with laws prohibiting rollovers by thorough and regular examinations and investigations. Violations of the prohibition on rollovers or other consumer protections by a licensee in chapter 31.45 RCW must be followed by timely and appropriate disciplinary actions.Provides that military borrowers, as defined in RCW 31.45.210(3), must be offered the payment plan option terms and conditions in RCW 31.45.210(2).Requires that a licensee shall: (1) When collecting any delinquent small loan, not garnish any wages or salary paid for service in the armed forces;(2) Defer any payments on a small loan that was taken out prior to deployment by a military borrower who has been deployed to a combat or combat support posting until thirty days after the duration of the posting. A licensee shall not charge a fee or accrue interest on a small loan while the payments are deferred;(3) Defer until thirty days after the duration of the posting all collection activity against a military borrower who has been deployed to a combat or combat support posting;(4) Not contact, or threaten to contact, either orally or in writing, the military chain of command of a military borrower in an effort to collect a delinquent small loan;(5) Not communicate with a military borrower in such a manner as to harass, intimidate, threaten, or embarrass the military borrower, including but not limited to communication at an unreasonable hour, with unreasonable frequency, by threats of force or violence, by threats of criminal prosecution, and by use of offensive language.Requires the director of the department of financial institutions to study the merits of implementing a real-time database that allows licensees to verify if a consumer has an outstanding small loan. The director shall study the cost of a database and the effectiveness of a database in limiting the possibility of an excessive number of contemporaneous loans. The director must provide the findings of this study to the committees of the legislature that address financial regulation no later than November 30, 2007. The director may include recommendations based upon the study.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Insurance, Financial Service & Consumer Protection. | |
HB 1022
by Representatives Campbell, Hinkle, O'Brien, and Moeller
Creating a consumer or advocate-run mental health service delivery system.
Provides that the regional support networks, or its designee, shall provide consumer or advocate-run services.Declares that the department shall not require a consumer or advocate-run service to maintain licensure under chapter 71.24 RCW if the service is nonclinical. If a service is clinical, the service shall comply with the requirements for licensed services in this chapter.Declares that consumer or advocate-run services may include, but are not limited to: (1) Consumer and/or advocate-operated businesses;(2) Clubhouses, including but not limited to the Fountain House model as certified by the International Center for Clubhouse Development;(3) Crisis services;(4) Advocacy and referral services;(5) Vocational and employment services;(6) Self-help and peer counseling and support groups;(7) Community presence in state hospitals; and(8) Mental health advance directive training.Appropriates the sum of five million dollars, or as much thereof as may be necessary, for the biennium ending June 30, 2009, from the general fund to the department of social and health services for the purposes of this act.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Health Care. | |
HB 1023
by Representatives Miloscia, Strow, and O'Brien
Providing for broader collection of biological samples for the DNA identification system.
Provides for broader collection of biological samples for the DNA identification system.
| Dec 19 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Public Safety & Emerg Prep. | |
HB 1024
by Representatives Hunter, Priest, Kessler, B. Sullivan, Dickerson, Jarrett, Hasegawa, Campbell, Rodne, Rolfes, McDermott, McIntire, Chase, Green, Hudgins, Upthegrove, Quall, Conway, Clibborn, Sommers, Morrell, Sells, Kenney, Haigh, Cody, Hunt, Lantz, McCoy, Appleton, Pettigrew, Schual-Berke, Roberts, Fromhold, Takko, Simpson, P. Sullivan, Lovick, Flannigan, Moeller, Miloscia, Williams, Blake, O'Brien, Linville, Wood, Goodman, Seaquist, Springer, Ericks, Kagi, Darneille, Dunshee, and Strow; by request of Department of Ecology
Phasing out the use of polybrominated diphenyl ethers.
Finds that polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) have been used extensively as flame retardants in a large number of common household products for the past thirty years. Studies on animals show that PBDEs can impact the developing brain, affecting behavior and learning after birth and into adulthood, making exposure to fetuses and children a particular concern. Levels of PBDEs are increasing in people, and in the environment, particularly in North America. Because people can be exposed to these chemicals through house dust and indoor air as well as through food, it is important to phase out their use in common household products, provided that effective flame retardants that are safer and technically feasible are available at a reasonable cost.Requires that, by December 15, 2008, the department and the department of health shall review risk assessments, scientific studies, and other relevant findings regarding alternatives to the use of commercial deca-bde in residential upholstered furniture, televisions, and computers.Requires the department and the department of health to document their findings and the findings of the fire safety committee in a report to the legislature by December 15, 2008. The report must also include any additional evidence of the potential harm posed by deca-bde.Provides that, if the department and the department of health jointly find, by December 15, 2008, that an effective flame retardant that is safer than commercial deca-bde and technically feasible for use in residential upholstered furniture, televisions, or computers is not available or if the fire safety committee finds that an alternative to commercial deca-bde does not meet applicable fire safety standards, the department shall by rule grant an exemption to allow for the manufacture, sale, or distribution of products prohibited from manufacture, sale, or distribution under this act.Provides that a manufacturer of products containing PBDEs in violation of this act is punishable by a civil penalty not to exceed one thousand dollars for each violation in the case of a first offense. Manufacturers who are repeat violators are liable for a civil penalty not to exceed five thousand dollars for each repeat offense. Penalties collected under this section must be deposited in the state toxics control account created in RCW 70.l05D.070.
| Dec 26 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Env Health Select Com. | |
| Jan 9 | Scheduled for public hearing in committee. (Subject to change) | |
| Jan 11 | Scheduled for executive session in committee. (Subject to change) | |
HB 1025
by Representatives Rolfes, Newhouse, Lovick, Armstrong, Dunshee, and Eickmeyer; by request of Department of Community, Trade, and Economic Development
Recommending authorization for projects by the public works board.
Recommends authorization for projects by the public works board.
| Dec 26 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Capital Budget. | |
HB 1026
by Representatives Williams, Jarrett, Moeller, Dickerson, Appleton, Darneille, Hunter, Hunt, Pettigrew, Hasegawa, Cody, and Flannigan
Regulating the sale of firearms at gun shows and events.
Establishes regulations for the sale of firearms at gun shows and events.
| Dec 21 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Judiciary. | |
HB 1027
by Representatives Strow and Kirby; by request of Department of Financial Institutions
Restricting small loan practices.
Adds enforcement provisions regarding fraud, deception, and unlicensed internet lending to the chapter governing check cashers and sellers.
| Dec 26 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Insurance, Financial Service & Consumer Protection. | |
| Jan 9 | Scheduled for public hearing in committee. (Subject to change) | |
| Jan 11 | Scheduled for executive session in committee. (Subject to change) | |
HB 1028
by Representative B. Sullivan
Establishing a state report card for education.
Finds that accountability for meeting high standards of student achievement should be expected from individual students, schools, school districts, and educators, as well as state officials and the legislature.Finds that the state and the overall system of public schools should be expected to demonstrate that the necessary instruction, support, and resources are being provided to students to enable them to meet the higher standards before consequences are imposed on individual students.Declares an intent to create the Washington state report card for education based on statewide goals for improving academic achievement, increasing high school graduation, reducing the achievement gap, increasing per pupil funding, and reducing class size. The Washington state report card for education will serve as a mechanism to hold the state and the system of public schools accountable for their performance on the statewide goals, each of which must be reached before students are held individually accountable for their performance on the Washington assessment of student learning.
| Dec 26 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Education. | |
HB 1029
by Representative B. Sullivan
Defining E85 motor fuel.
Declares that "E85 motor fuel" means an alternative fuel that is a blend of denatured ethanol and hydrocarbon that typically contains eighty-five percent ethanol by volume, but at a minimum must contain seventy percent ethanol by volume, and complies with ASTM specification D5798-99.
| Dec 26 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Technology, Energy & Communications. | |
HB 1030
by Representatives Takko, Lovick, Simpson, Haler, Blake, Campbell, Ross, Skinner, and Newhouse
Enhancing the penalty for eluding a police vehicle.
Provides that the prosecuting attorney may file a special allegation of endangerment by eluding in every criminal case involving a charge of attempting to elude a police vehicle under RCW 46.61.024, when sufficient admissible evidence exists, to show that another person was threatened with physical injury or harm by the actions of the person committing the crime of attempting to elude a police vehicle.Provides that, in a criminal case in which there has been a special allegation the state shall prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the accused committed the crime while endangering another person. The court shall make a finding of fact of whether or not another person was endangered at the time of the commission of the crime, or if a jury trial is had, the jury shall, if it finds the defendant guilty, also find a special verdict as to whether or not another person was endangered during the commission of the crime.Provides that an additional twelve months shall be added to the standard sentence range for a conviction of attempting to elude a police vehicle as defined by RCW 46.61.024, if the conviction included a finding by special allegation of endangering another person under this act.
| Dec 26 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Public Safety & Emerg Prep. | |
| Jan 10 | Scheduled for public hearing in committee. (Subject to change) | |
HB 1031
by Representative Morris
Changing provisions concerning electronic devices.
Declares an intent to establish individual privacy rights in an era of innovation of new technologies. It is further the intent to establish such rights so that manufacturers and sellers of new, innovative technologies have a predictable set of known, individual rights to be aware of before offering their technology for sale or use in the state of Washington.Provides that all consumers shall have the following fundamental rights with respect to electronic privacy: (1) The right to receive notice of an entity's information practices before any personal information is collected about them;(2) The right to receive choices as to how any personal information collected from an individual may be used;(3) The right to access one's personal information and to contest the accuracy of such information;(4) The right to expect that collectors of data will implement security measures to ensure that their data is accurate and secure; and(5) The right to seek private remedies if an entity fails to comply with any of the principles outlined in this act.Requires that any person who sells or utilizes an electronic communication device must implement adequate security measures to ensure that information is secure from unauthorized access, loss, or tampering. These security measures should be consistent with industry standards that are commensurate with the amount and sensitivity of the information being stored on the system.Declares that it is a violation of this act for a person to engage in any of the following activities: (1) Use an electronic communication device to remotely scan or attempt to scan an item associated with a consumer without that consumer's knowledge;(2) Disclose, either directly or through an affiliate, a consumer's personal information associated with information gathered by, or contained within, a device capable of engaging in electronic communication; or(3) Use, either directly or through an affiliate or nonaffiliated third party, information gathered by, or contained within, a device capable of engaging in electronic communication in order to identify a consumer.Provides that a person who is injured under this act may bring a civil action in district or superior court to enjoin further violations, and to seek up to five hundred dollars per violation, or actual damages, whichever is greater.Declares that a person who willfully violates any of the provisions of this act is guilty of a gross misdemeanor.Declares that a person who willfully violates any of the provisions of this act in conjunction with the commission of another unlawful act is guilty of a class B felony.
| Dec 27 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Technology, Energy & Communications. | |
| Jan 10 | Scheduled for public hearing in committee. (Subject to change) | |
HB 1032
by Representative Morris
Creating a sustainable energy trust.
Declares an intent to promote the development of sustainable energy resources, including new energy technologies, and to improve system reliability by establishing a fund that can be used to reduce the cost of deploying distributive generation projects in the state.Establishes in the department a sustainable energy grant program to support sustainable energy projects in the state. The purpose of the program is to foster the growth, development, and commercialization of distributive generation projects and related enterprises and to stimulate demand for distributive generation sources that serve end use customers in this state.Requires the department to establish a peer review committee to assist the department in matters related to the sustainable energy trust fund including, but not limited to, development of a comprehensive plan and expenditure of funds.Requires the department to establish performance benchmarks against which the sustainable energy grant program will be evaluated. The grant program must be reviewed periodically by the department. The department must report annually to the appropriate standing committees of the legislature on grants awarded and as appropriate on program review conducted by the department.
| Dec 27 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Technology, Energy & Communications. | |
HB 1033
by Representative Morris
Promoting the growth of research in the science and technology fields.
Recognizes the difficulty in attracting and retaining top quality graduate students in Washington state, particularly in the science and technology fields. In order to promote the growth of research in these fields, the legislature intends to help colleges and universities raise additional moneys for graduate fellowships by creating a graduate fellowship trust fund program for the sciences.Declares that the foundation of an institution of higher education is eligible to receive moneys from the trust fund only if the foundation and the governing board of the institution of higher education have entered into a contract approved by the attorney general that: (1) Specifies the services to be provided by the foundation;(2) Provides for the protection of any state matching funds under the foundation's control that were provided under the program;(3) Provides for the institution of higher education's assumption of the ownership, management, and control of program funds if the foundation ceases to exist, fails to function properly, or fails to provide the specified services in accordance with the contract; and(4) Includes any other conditions specified by the board.
| Dec 27 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Higher Education. | |
HB 1034
by Representative Morris
Allowing the electronic payment of utility bills.
Authorizes the electronic payment of utility bills.
| Dec 27 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Technology, Energy & Communications. | |
HB 1035
by Representative Morris
Addressing the purchase of anaerobic digestion power.
Provides that a state agency that is served by a public or private utility must purchase all available anaerobic digestion power from the local electric utility when the producer of the power sends a written purchase request to the agency. Purchases by a state agency shall not exceed the agency's annual electricity consumption. A state agency shall pay for anaerobic digestion power at no less than the retail price that the local electric utility charges that customer.Declares that state agencies are not required to purchase all available anaerobic digestion power from their local electric utility if the utility is exempt from offering a qualified alternative energy resource as defined in RCW 19.29A.090.
| Dec 27 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Technology, Energy & Communications. | |
HB 1036
by Representative Morris
Regarding the purchase of renewable energy by public entities.
Requires that except as provided by this act, a state agency that is served by a public or private utility must purchase twenty percent of their total electricity in the form of qualified alternative energy resources from their local electric utility. In purchasing qualified alternative energy resources from their local electric utility, a state agency shall pay for qualified alternative energy resources at a rate no less than the retail price of a qualified alternative energy product that their local electric utility charges its customers under RCW 19.29A.090.Provides that state agencies are not required to purchase qualified alternative energy resources from their local electric utility if the utility is exempt from offering a qualified alternative energy product.
| Dec 27 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Technology, Energy & Communications. | |
HB 1037
by Representative Morris
Regarding electrical transmission.
Amends RCW 80.50.060 and 80.50.020 relating to siting electrical transmission under the energy facility site evaluation council.
| Dec 27 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Technology, Energy & Communications. | |
| Jan 10 | Scheduled for public hearing in committee. (Subject to change) | |
HB 1038
by Representative Morris
Developing regional compacts for siting electric transmission lines.
Declares an intent to create a regional process for the siting of new electric transmission lines related to the national energy policy act of 2005. This regional process will facilitate the siting of new cross borders electric transmission lines by providing a "one stop" licensing process. This act calls for the creation of a legislative task force to establish an interstate compact to assert jurisdiction over national interest electric transmission corridors.
| Dec 27 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Technology, Energy & Communications. | |
| Jan 10 | Scheduled for public hearing in committee. (Subject to change) | |
HB 1039
by Representative B. Sullivan
Allowing the department of ecology to issue opinions for a portion of a facility under the model toxics control act.
Authorizes the department of ecology to issue opinions for a portion of a facility under the model toxics control act.
| Dec 28 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Env Health Select Com. | |
HB 1040
by Representative B. Sullivan
Concerning specialized forest products.
Provides that if huckleberries seized under this act were taken from the ceded areas of a federally recognized American Indian tribe, then the huckleberries shall be turned over to the tribe or its agent, without charge, for ceremonial, educational, or religious uses.Declares that it is unlawful for any person to harvest huckleberries in any amount using a rake, mechanical device, or any other method that damages the huckleberry bush.
| Dec 28 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Agriculture & Natural Resources. | |
HB 1041
by Representatives Pedersen and Rodne
Modifying plurality voting for directors.
Revises plurality voting for directors in chapter 23B RCW.
| Dec 28 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Judiciary. | |
| Jan 12 | Scheduled for public hearing in committee. (Subject to change) | |
HB 1042
by Representatives Rodne and Pedersen
Modifying the share acquisition time period for engaging in a significant business transaction.
Revises the share acquisition time period for engaging in a significant business transaction in RCW 23B.19.040.
| Dec 28 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Judiciary. | |
| Jan 12 | Scheduled for public hearing in committee. (Subject to change) | |
HB 1043
by Representatives O'Brien, Miloscia, and Dunn
Authorizing the conditional cancellation of delinquent property taxes on mobile and manufactured homes.
Declares that the county treasurer shall cancel all delinquent taxes, owed on a mobile home or manufactured home, that are delinquent by more than one year if: (1) The county treasurer determines that the distraint and sale of a mobile home or manufactured home will cost more than the amount of delinquent taxes owed on the mobile home or manufactured home; and(2) The owner of the real property on which the mobile home or manufactured home is sited: (a) originally requested the cancellation of taxes; (b) will sell the mobile home or manufactured home pursuant to the foreclosure of a landlord lien under chapter 60.72 RCW; and (c) agrees to remit to the county treasurer, after the sale of the mobile home or manufactured home, an amount equal to the taxes delinquent for one year or less.Declares that, for purposes of this act, the terms "mobile home" and "manufactured home" are defined as provided in RCW 59.20.030.
| Jan 3 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Housing. | |
HB 1044
by Representative Fromhold; by request of Office of the State Actuary
Amending the process for adopting contribution rates for the state retirement systems.
Revises the process for adopting contribution rates for the state retirement systems.
| Jan 3 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Appropriations. | |
HB 1045
by Representative B. Sullivan
Maintaining the ability of the board of natural resources to determine the deduction of proceeds from transactions on state lands managed by the department of natural resources.
Provides that the deductions authorized under this act shall not exceed thirty percent of the moneys received by the department in connection with any one transaction pertaining to state lands.
| Jan 3 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Agriculture & Natural Resources. | |
HB 1046
by Representatives Takko, Campbell, Lovick, O'Brien, Pettigrew, and Springer
Meeting financial responsibility requirements for automobiles.
Requires that, when the department sends a vehicle license renewal notice, it shall also provide notice of the requirement for proof of meeting the financial responsibility requirements in order to renew the license.Provides that the department shall not renew a vehicle license due for renewal January 1, 2008, or after unless the applicant provides proof of meeting the financial responsibility requirements for operating a motor vehicle as provided in RCW 46.30.020.Provides that every applicant for renewal of a vehicle license due for renewal January 1, 2008, or after shall provide current proof of financial responsibility to operate a vehicle as required in RCW 46.30.020. The department may adopt rules regarding valid proof of financial responsibility for persons renewing a vehicle license. The department shall reimburse its agents, including county auditors, for the mailing costs of returning license renewal applications that are submitted without proof of financial responsibility.Declares that any person who knowingly provides false evidence of financial responsibility to a law enforcement officer, to a court, or to the department of licensing on an application for renewal of a vehicle license, including an expired or canceled insurance policy, bond, or certificate of deposit is guilty of a misdemeanor.
| Jan 3 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Transportation. | |
HB 1047
by Representative Williams
Modifying provisions affecting alcohol content in food products and confections.
Revises provisions affecting alcohol content in food products and confections.
| Jan 3 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Commerce & Labor. | |
HB 1048
by Representatives O'Brien, Springer, Dunn, and Sells
Making an appropriation to the mobile home park relocation fund.
Appropriates the sum of four million dollars for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2007, from the general fund to the mobile home park relocation fund, to be used for payment of mobile home relocation expenses under the mobile home relocation assistance program.
| Jan 4 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Appropriations. | |
HB 1049
by Representatives Fromhold, Orcutt, Moeller, and Wallace
Concerning the Vancouver national historic reserve.
Finds that the legislature has declared through RCW 27.34.220 that it is the public policy and in the public interest of the state to designate, preserve, protect, enhance, and perpetuate those structures, sites, districts, buildings, and objects that reflect outstanding elements of the state's historic, archaeological, architectural, or cultural heritage, for the inspiration and enrichment of the people of the state. The Vancouver national historic reserve is on both the state and federal registers as a historic district and encompasses some of the richest historic, archaeological, architectural, and cultural resources in the state.Declares it is the purpose of this act to: (1) Confirm the role of the state of Washington in the development and management of the Vancouver national historic reserve;(2) Identify the role of state agencies in the Vancouver national historic reserve; and(3) Establish an account in the state treasury through the Washington state historical society for funds designated specifically for the Vancouver national historic reserve.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Agriculture & Natural Resources. | |
HB 1050
by Representatives Upthegrove and Quall
Allowing certain students with disabilities to participate in graduation ceremonies.
Requires that by September 1, 2007, each school district that operates a high school shall permit any student meeting the following criteria to participate in commencement exercises with the student's graduating class and be recognized for their accomplishments: (1) The student is receiving services under chapter 28A.155 RCW;(2) The student's individualized education program prescribes continued special education or related services beyond the fourth year of high school; and(3) The student has attended four years of high school.Declares that a student's participation in commencement exercises under this act shall not affect the student's possible future receipt of a high school diploma, a certificate of individual achievement under RCW 28A.155.045, or a certificate of academic achievement under RCW 28A.655.061.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Education. | |
HB 1051
by Representative Upthegrove
Expanding high school completion programs.
Finds that the state's commitment to providing a basic education for all public school students under the age of twenty-one should continue until a student earns a diploma. Therefore the legislature intends to expand high school completion programs at community and technical colleges for older students who have not yet received a diploma but are eligible for state basic education support.Provides that, in accordance with this act, each community or technical college shall make available courses or a program of study, on the college campus, designed to enable students under the age of twenty-one who have completed all state and local high school graduation requirements except the certificate of academic achievement or certificate of individual achievement to complete their high school education and obtain a high school diploma.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Education. | |
HB 1052
by Representatives Upthegrove and Hudgins
Modifying the legislative youth advisory council.
Finds that the legislative youth advisory council provides a unique opportunity for middle and high school students to be actively involved in government. Council members not only learn about, but exercise, the core values and democratic principles of our state and nation, along with the rights and responsibilities of citizenship and democratic civic involvement. As such, they are engaged in authentic practice of the essential academic learning requirements in civics. In the short time since its creation, the legislative youth advisory council has studied, debated, and begun to formulate positions and recommendations on such important topics as education reform, school finance, public school learning environments, health and fitness education, and standardized testing. The legislature continues to stress the importance of civics education and support the type of civic involvement by students exemplified by the legislative youth advisory council.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to State Gov & Tribal Affairs. | |
HB 1053
by Representative Hudgins
Increasing the availability of alternative fuels at retail fuel stations.
Declares that any provision of a franchise that prohibits a motor fuel retailer from purchasing or selling an alternative motor fuel from a person or firm other than the refiner-supplier, or limits the quantity of motor fuel to be purchased from the other person or firm, or any provision of a franchise which directly or indirectly discourages a motor fuel retailer from purchasing or selling alternative motor fuels from other persons or firms, is null and void as it pertains to that particular alternative motor fuel if the refiner-supplier does not supply or offer to supply to the motor fuel retailer alternative motor fuel. Nothing in this act grants to any motor fuel retailer any rights, authority, or obligation with respect to the permissible uses of the premises or facilities owned, leased, or controlled by a refiner-supplier under the terms of the franchise.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Commerce & Labor. | |
HB 1054
by Representatives Hudgins, Crouse, and Morris
Modifying membership of the information services board.
Amends RCW 43.105.032 to modify membership of the information services board.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Technology, Energy & Communications. | |
HB 1055
by Representative Hudgins
Defining alternative motor fuels.
Declares that "alcohol fuel" means any alcohol made from a product other than petroleum or natural gas that is used alone or in combination with gasoline or other petroleum products for use as a fuel in self-propelled motor vehicles.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Technology, Energy & Communications. | |
HB 1056
by Representative Hudgins
Defining nonhazardous motor fuels.
Declares that "nonhazardous motor fuel" means any fuel of a type distributed for use in self-propelled motor vehicles that does not contain a hazardous liquid as defined in RCW 19.122.020.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Technology, Energy & Communications. | |
HB 1057
by Representative Hudgins
Requesting information on the use of alternative fuels.
Requests information on the use of alternative fuels.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Technology, Energy & Communications. | |
HB 1058
by Representative Hudgins
Enhancing the availability of nonhazardous motor fuels.
Declares that, for the purposes of chapter 19.120 RCW and without limiting its general application, it shall be an unfair or deceptive act or practice or an unfair method of competition and therefore unlawful and a violation of this chapter for any person to: (1) Prohibit or in any way prevent a motor fuel retailer from offering and selling, consistent with all other applicable federal or state laws, any nonhazardous motor fuel for use in self-propelled motor vehicles; or(2) Discriminate between motor fuel retailers based on a motor fuel retailer's decision to offer and sell, consistent with all other applicable federal or state laws, any nonhazardous motor fuel for use in self-propelled motor vehicles.Provides that, in addition to other remedies available under this chapter, violations of this act shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than five thousand dollars.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Commerce & Labor. | |
HB 1059
by Representative Hudgins
Increasing the availability of alternative fuels.
Provides that no one shall prohibit or in any way prevent a motor fuel retailer from offering and selling, consistent with all other applicable federal or state laws, any of the following fuels for use in self-propelled motor vehicles: (1) Compressed natural gas;(2) Liquefied natural gas;(3) Liquefied petroleum gas;(4) Hydrogen;(5) Electricity;(6) Methanol, ethanol, and other alcohol fuel;(7) Biodiesel;(8) Mixtures containing methanol, ethanol, other alcohol fuel, or biodiesel, mixed with diesel, gasoline, or other fuels;(9) Fuels other than alcohol fuel that are derived from biological materials; and(10) Any other fuel the secretary of the United States department of energy determines by regulation to be an alternative fuel within the meaning of 42 U.S.C. Sec. 13211(2) until the legislature acts to add the fuel to the list in this act or to clearly reject the fuel from being added to the list in this act.Prohibits discrimination between motor fuel retailers based on a motor fuel retailer's decision to offer and sell, consistent with all other applicable federal or state laws, any of the following fuels for use in self-propelled motor vehicles: (1) Compressed natural gas;(2) Liquefied natural gas;(3) Liquefied petroleum gas;(4) Hydrogen;(5) Electricity;(6) Methanol, ethanol, and other alcohol fuel;(7) Biodiesel;(8) Mixtures containing methanol, ethanol, other alcohol fuel, or biodiesel mixed with gasoline or other fuels;(9) Fuels other than alcohol fuel that are derived from biological materials; and(10) Any other fuel the secretary of the United States department of energy determines by regulation to be an alternative fuel within the meaning of 42 U.S.C. Sec. 13211(2) until the legislature acts to add the fuel to the list in this act or to clearly reject the fuel from being added to the list in this act.Provides that, in addition to other remedies available under this chapter, violations of this act shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than five thousand dollars.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Commerce & Labor. | |
HB 1060
by Representative Hudgins
Changing provisions concerning the siting of alternative energy facilities.
Provides that, if a project using alternative energy resources is first denied by a local government, the council shall not accept an application for a similar project in a similar geographic area for two years from the date of denial by the local government.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Technology, Energy & Communications. | |
| Jan 10 | Scheduled for public hearing in committee. (Subject to change) | |
HB 1061
by Representative Hudgins
Changing provisions concerning the siting of energy facilities.
Changing provisions concerning the siting of energy facilities.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Technology, Energy & Communications. | |
| Jan 10 | Scheduled for public hearing in committee. (Subject to change) | |
HB 1062
by Representative Hudgins
Streamlining the implementation and coordination of state energy policies and programs.
Finds that the implementation of Washington's sustainable energy agenda is being impeded due to the fragmented division of responsibilities among these state-based energy agencies and institutions and the lack of a central coordinating agency that ensures cooperation and the execution of a strategic plan.Declares an intent to centralize state energy programs and certain regulatory functions that are currently spread throughout state government into one central office called the sustainable energy office.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Technology, Energy & Communications. | |
| Jan 12 | Scheduled for public hearing in committee. (Subject to change) | |
HB 1063
by Representative Hudgins
Modifying definitions with respect to private security guards.
Revises definitions with respect to private security guards.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Commerce & Labor. | |
HB 1064
by Representatives Seaquist, Morrell, Haigh, Kelley, Miloscia, and Hunt
Addressing veterans' benefits.
Amends RCW 41.04.007 relating to veterans' benefits.Repeals RCW 73.08.060.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to State Gov & Tribal Affairs. | |
HB 1065
by Representatives Kelley, Morrell, Haigh, Miloscia, Hunt, and Seaquist
Revising veterans' scoring criteria in examinations.
Authorizes private companies or agencies contracted with by the state to give the competitive examinations and give a scoring criteria status to all veterans as defined in RCW 41.04.007.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to State Gov & Tribal Affairs. | |
HJR 4200
by Representative Anderson
Amending the Constitution to prioritize basic education expenditures within the state appropriations process.
Proposes an amendment to the state Constitution to prioritize basic education expenditures within the state appropriations process.
| Dec 18 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Appropriations. | |
HJR 4201
by Representatives Schual-Berke, Eddy, Seaquist, McDermott, Santos, Goodman, Hurst, Pedersen, Strow, Roberts, Hunt, Hunter, Chase, McCoy, and Springer
Amending the Constitution to provide for a simple majority of voters voting to authorize a school levy.
Proposes an amendment to the state Constitution to provide for a simple majority of voters voting to authorize a school levy.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Education. | |
HCR 4400
by Representatives Kessler and Ericksen
Notifying the Governor that the Legislature is organized.
Notifies the Governor that the Legislature is organized and ready to conduct business.
| Jan 3 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | Read first time, rules suspended, and placed on second reading calendar. | |
| Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. | ||
| Third reading, adopted. | ||
| Read first time, rules suspended, and placed on second reading calendar. | ||
| Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. | ||
| Third reading, adopted. | ||
HCR 4401
by Representatives Kessler and Ericksen
Establishing cutoff dates for the 2007 regular session.
Establishes cutoff dates for the 2007 regular session.
| Jan 3 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | Read first time, rules suspended, and placed on second reading calendar. | |
| Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. | ||
| Third reading, adopted. | ||
| Read first time, rules suspended, and placed on second reading calendar. | ||
| Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. | ||
| Third reading, adopted. | ||
HCR 4402
by Representatives Kessler and Ericksen
Calling joint sessions for various purposes.
Calls joint sessions for various purposes.
| Jan 8 | Read first time, rules suspended, and placed on second reading calendar. | |
| Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. | ||
| Third reading, adopted. | ||
| Read first time, rules suspended, and placed on second reading calendar. | ||
| Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. | ||
| Third reading, adopted. | ||
HCR 4403
by Representatives Kessler and Ericksen
Calling a joint session to honor deceased former members.
Calls a joint session to honor deceased former members.
| Jan 3 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | Read first time, rules suspended, and placed on second reading calendar. | |
| Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. | ||
| Third reading, adopted. | ||
| Read first time, rules suspended, and placed on second reading calendar. | ||
| Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. | ||
| Third reading, adopted. | ||
SB 5000
by Senators Zarelli, Benton, Parlette, Holmquist, Stevens, Swecker, Pflug, Delvin, McCaslin, Brandland, Schoesler, Honeyford, Hewitt, and Roach
Implementing a proposed constitutional amendment creating a rainy day reserve fund.
Implements a proposed constitutional amendment creating a rainy day reserve fund.Repeals RCW 43.33A.220 and 43.135.051.Declares that this act takes effect June 1, 2008, if the proposed amendment to Article VII of the state Constitution (2007 Senate Joint Resolution No. . . . ., S-0163/07) is validly submitted to and is approved and ratified by the voters at a general election held in November 2007. If the proposed amendment is not approved and ratified, this act is void in its entirety.
| Dec 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Ways & Means. | |
SB 5001
by Senators Benton, Pflug, Carrell, Schoesler, Morton, Stevens, Delvin, McCaslin, Holmquist, Zarelli, Roach, Hewitt, and Honeyford
Reenacting and reaffirming Initiative Measure No. 747, which limits regular property tax levies to a maximum of one percent higher than the previous year.
Reenacts and reaffirms Initiative Measure No. 747, which limits regular property tax levies to a maximum of one percent higher than the previous year.
| Dec 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Government Operations & Elections. | |
SB 5002
by Senators Hewitt, Pflug, Honeyford, Swecker, Morton, Stevens, Parlette, Delvin, McCaslin, and Schoesler
Changing tuition waivers for families of fallen veterans and national guard members.
Declares that, subject to the conditions in this act, the governing boards of the state universities, the regional universities, The Evergreen State College, and the community colleges, shall waive all tuition and fees for the following persons: (1) A child and the spouse of an eligible veteran or national guard member who became totally disabled as defined in RCW 28B.15.385 while engaged in active federal military or naval service, or who is determined by the federal government to be a prisoner of war or missing in action; and(2) A child and the surviving spouse of an eligible veteran or national guard member who lost his or her life while engaged in active federal military or naval service.Provides that a child must be a Washington domiciliary between the age of seventeen and twenty-six to be eligible for the tuition waiver and a child's marital status does not affect eligibility.Declares that a surviving spouse must be a Washington domiciliary, and has ten years from the date of the death, total disability as defined in RCW 28B.15.385, or federal determination of prisoner of war or missing in action status of the eligible veteran or national guard member to receive the benefit. Upon remarriage, the surviving spouse is ineligible for the tuition waiver.Provides that each recipient's continued participation is subject to the school's satisfactory progress policy.
| Dec 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Higher Education. | |
SB 5003
by Senator Pflug
Concerning the state parks and recreation commission centennial 2013 account.
Finds that the last major state funding dedicated for state parks' capital improvements occurred in the early 1970s and, as stewards of the future, it is necessary once again to dedicate revenues to restore and renovate our park system, ensuring that future generations may enjoy the same first-rate public park system as prior generations.Declares an intent to create the state parks and recreation commission centennial 2013 account from which funds shall be used to eliminate the parks' maintenance backlog and complete the critical renovations identified in the state parks and recreation commission's centennial 2013 plan.Appropriates the sum of one hundred sixty-five million dollars, or as much thereof as may be necessary, for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2008, from the general fund to the state parks and recreation commission centennial 2013 account, created in this act, for the purposes of this act.
| Dec 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Natural Resources, Ocean & Recreation. | |
SB 5004
by Senator Carrell
Reducing the threshold levels for the reporting and filing requirements of the business and occupation tax.
Revises the threshold levels for the reporting and filing requirements of the business and occupation tax.
| Dec 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Ways & Means. | |
SB 5005
by Senators Brandland and Fraser; by request of Department of Community, Trade, and Economic Development
Increasing nonconstruction loan limits for projects using financing through the public works board.
Finds that it is in the state's best fiscal interest to ensure that community infrastructure projects are ready to proceed when applying for and receiving public works board approved construction loans. Many jurisdictions use portions of their construction loans to pay for nonconstruction activities, such as planning and preconstruction, to get ready for construction. This means some of the construction phase takes place at the end of the loan agreement, and requires jurisdictions to request loan extensions.Recognizes this type of financing strategy slows down the expenditure of funds, limits the amount of funding available for construction loans, and increases the amount requested for reappropriation.
| Dec 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Ways & Means. | |
SB 5006
by Senators Fraser and Brandland; by request of Department of Community, Trade, and Economic Development and Public Works Board
Recommending authorization for projects by the public works board.
Provides authorization for projects by the public works board.
| Dec 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Ways & Means. | |
SB 5007
by Senators Jacobsen and McCaslin
Modifying the sales and use taxation of vessels.
Declares that the tax levied by RCW 82.08.020 does not apply to sales to individuals who are nonresidents of this state of vessels thirty feet or longer for use outside this state, even though delivery is made within this state, when the individual purchasing the vessel: (1) Is a bona fide resident of a state or possession or province of Canada other than the state of Washington; and(2) Purchases and displays a valid use permit.Declares that the provisions of chapter 82.12 RCW do not apply in respect to the use by individuals who are nonresidents of this state of vessels thirty feet or longer when the individual: (1) Is a bona fide resident of a state or possession or province of Canada other than the state of Washington; and(2) Purchases and displays a valid use permit from a vessel dealer in this state as required in this act within sixty days of the date that the vessel was first brought into the state.
| Dec 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Ways & Means. | |
SB 5008
by Senators Weinstein, Tom, Murray, Kohl-Welles, Kline, and Jacobsen
Increasing the maximum levy percentage for school districts.
Increases the maximum levy percentage for school districts.
| Dec 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education. | |
SB 5009
by Senators Haugen, Hatfield, and Poulsen
Exempting biodiesel fuel used for nonhighway farm use from sales and use tax.
Exempts biodiesel fuel used for nonhighway farm use from sales and use tax.
| Dec 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Agriculture & Rural Economic Development. | |
SB 5010
by Senators Honeyford and Hewitt
Creating a state park foster home pass.
Provides that any Washington state resident who provides out-of-home care to a child, as either a licensed foster family home or a person related to the child, is entitled to a foster home pass.Provides that, when accompanied by a child receiving out-of-home care from the pass holder, a foster home pass: (1) Entitles such a person, and members of his or her camping unit, to free use of any campsite within any state park; and(2) Entitles such a person to free admission to any state park.
| Dec 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Natural Resources, Ocean & Recreation. | |
SB 5011
by Senators Kohl-Welles, Parlette, and Keiser
Removing the expiration date on the 2006 beer and wine distribution bill.
Removes the expiration date on the 2006 beer and wine distribution bill.
| Dec 6 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Labor, Commerce, Research & Development. | |
SB 5012
by Senator Pflug
Stabilizing distributions to the education legacy trust account.
Provides that, for the 2006-07 school year, an amount equal to three hundred dollars per full-time equivalent student in all school districts shall be deposited in the student achievement fund.Provides that, for the 2007-08 school year, an amount equal to three hundred seventy-five dollars per full-time equivalent student in all school districts shall be deposited in the student achievement fund.Provides that, for the 2008-09 school year, an amount equal to four hundred fifty dollars per full-time equivalent student in all school districts shall be deposited in the student achievement fund.Provides that, for each subsequent school year, the amount deposited per full-time equivalent student shall be adjusted for inflation.
| Dec 8 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education. | |
SB 5013
by Senators Schoesler, Sheldon, and Holmquist
Limiting tuition increase authority.
Declares an intent that tuition levels should be predictable for families, students, and institutions, and limiting the amount by which it can be raised will assist in that endeavor.Provides that, beginning with the 2007-08 academic year, unless approved by a two-thirds majority vote of each house, tuition increases for all undergraduate and graduate students may not exceed the following: (1) The rate of inflation; or(2) Fifty percent of the students' share in the total cost of instruction per student.
| Dec 11 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Higher Education. | |
SB 5014
by Senator Pridemore; by request of Office of the State Actuary
Amending the process for adopting contribution rates for the state retirement systems.
Revises the process for adopting contribution rates for the state retirement systems.
| Jan 3 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Ways & Means. | |
SB 5015
by Senator Jacobsen
Designating the state ornithologist.
Requires the director to appoint a person with avian expertise as the Washington state ornithologist.Declares that the state ornithologist serves primarily as a source of expertise to the department and other state agencies regarding bird research and conservation. He or she also serves to assist the public in bird conservation efforts, including bird feeding, bird nesting, and designing bird friendly yards. The state ornithologist will also assist the governor, state agencies, and the legislature in the design of bird conservation programs and policies, these conservation efforts shall be pursued as one part of the ecosystem-based management approach by the department and other wildlife management agencies and organizations.
| Jan 3 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Natural Resources, Ocean & Recreation. | |
SB 5016
by Senator Jacobsen
Limiting petitions for guardianship by professional guardians.
Amends RCW 11.88.030 to provide that any person or entity, other than a professional guardian, may petition for the appointment of a qualified person, trust company, national bank, or nonprofit corporation authorized in RCW 11.88.020 as the guardian or limited guardian of an incapacitated person.
| Jan 3 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Judiciary. | |
SB 5017
by Senator Jacobsen
Allocating guardianship fees and costs to substantially prevailing party.
Amends RCW 11.88.090 and 11.92.180 to allocate guardianship fees and costs to substantially prevailing party.
| Jan 3 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Judiciary. | |
SB 5018
by Senator Jacobsen
Prohibiting a professional guardian from serving as both guardian or limited guardian and attorney or guardian ad litem.
Prohibits a professional guardian from serving as both guardian or limited guardian and attorney or guardian ad litem.
| Jan 3 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Judiciary. | |
SB 5019
by Senator Jacobsen
Creating associate faculty positions for part-time faculty at community and technical colleges.
Requires each community and technical college to develop a new senior faculty position for nontenure track, part-time professors to be officially called associate faculty.Declares that nontenure track faculty are eligible for associate faculty status after having taught for nine quarters.Requires that, at a minimum, associate faculty shall have the following privileges conferred on them as a result of their seniority: (1) The right of first refusal on available departmental courses up to the equivalent of a full-time teaching load each year for fall, winter, and spring quarters;(2) The right to bump other nontenure track faculty in the event the associate faculty member's course is canceled;(3) The right to be paid thirty-three percent of their contract by the college in the event there is no one with less seniority to bump and the associate faculty member's class is canceled;(4) Their names and qualifications appearing in the college's biennial catalogs;(5) The right to receive annual contracts with the equivalent of full-time teaching loads; and(6) Annual contracts presumed to be automatically renewable.
| Jan 3 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Labor, Commerce, Research & Development. | |
SB 5020
by Senator Jacobsen
Requiring that part-time community college faculty be paid on the same scale as full-time faculty.
Requires that part-time community college faculty be paid on the same scale as full-time faculty.
| Jan 3 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Labor, Commerce, Research & Development. | |
SB 5021
by Senator Jacobsen
Providing a specific funding mechanism for making community and technical college faculty salary increment awards.
Declares an intent that state appropriations be adjusted to an amount which, together with faculty turnover savings, provides for a fair and equitable funding of faculty salary increments for both part-time and full-time faculty.Directs the state board for community and technical colleges to convene a task force comprised of representatives from the state board, the presidents' organization, the trustees' organization, the faculties' organization as defined by RCW 28B.52.020(7), as well as the Washington part-time faculty association, to advise the state board on guidelines for the fair and equitable distribution of increment funds to both part-time and full-time faculty. The task force shall report to the legislature by June 30, 2008.
| Jan 3 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Labor, Commerce, Research & Development. | |
SB 5022
by Senator Jacobsen
Authorizing a county to impose taxes for certain viaduct or bridge projects.
Authorizes a county to impose taxes for certain viaduct or bridge projects.
| Jan 3 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Transportation. | |
SB 5023
by Senator Jacobsen
Modifying the fuel tax rate used to determine fuel tax distributions to fund nonhighway expenditures.
Revises the fuel tax rate used to determine fuel tax distributions to fund nonhighway expenditures.
| Jan 3 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Transportation. | |
SB 5024
by Senator Jacobsen
Increasing fees to fund community traumatic brain injury services.
Finds that driving under the influence leads to a significant number of motor vehicle accidents, and intends that additional revenue from license reinstatement for impaired drivers be used to support individuals with traumatic brain injuries.Finds that many individuals recovering from a traumatic brain injury need assistance not only with physical tasks, but also have unique mental health and cognitive needs.Finds that community-based organizations are best able to provide prevention services and support that assist beyond an individual's basic physical care needs, such as managing temper and behaviors, improving memory, and acquiring new job and life skills.
| Jan 3 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Health & Long-Term Care. | |
SB 5025
by Senator Jacobsen
Regarding the administration of American Indian scholarship funds.
Amends RCW 28B.108.020 and 28B.108.060 relating to administration of American Indian scholarship funds.
| Jan 3 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Higher Education. | |
SB 5026
by Senator Murray
Providing a sales and use tax exemption for recovered wood waste boiler equipment.
Provides a sales and use tax exemption for recovered wood waste boiler equipment.
| Jan 4 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Ways & Means. | |
SB 5027
by Senators Kohl-Welles, Murray, and Jacobsen
Providing excise tax relief for zoos.
Declares an intent to provide certain excise tax relief to such publicly owned zoological facilities that are operated by nonprofit organizations in order to further their public purpose and stimulate economic development.
| Jan 4 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Ways & Means. | |
SB 5028
by Senators Eide, McAuliffe, Weinstein, Jacobsen, Shin, Kohl-Welles, Pridemore, Kastama, Spanel, Rockefeller, Fairley, Tom, Poulsen, Hatfield, Prentice, Kline, Haugen, and Regala
Providing for a simple majority of voters voting to authorize school district levies and bonds.
Provides for a simple majority of voters voting to authorize school district levies and bonds.Declares that this act takes effect if the proposed amendment to Article VII, section 2 and Article VIII, section 6 of the state Constitution providing for a simple majority of voters voting to authorize school district levies and bonds is validly submitted to and is approved and ratified by the voters at the next general election and certified by the secretary of state. If the proposed amendment is not approved, ratified, and certified, this act is void in its entirety.
| Jan 4 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education. | |
SB 5029
by Senators Hobbs, Fairley, Roach, Kastama, Swecker, and Pridemore
Revising veterans' scoring criteria in examinations.
Authorizes private companies or agencies contracted with by the state to give the competitive examinations and give a scoring criteria status to all veterans as defined in RCW 41.04.007.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Government Operations & Elections. | |
SB 5030
by Senators Hobbs, Fairley, Roach, Kastama, Swecker, and Pridemore
Addressing veterans' benefits.
Amends RCW 41.04.007 relating to veterans' benefits.Repeals RCW 73.08.060.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Government Operations & Elections. | |
SB 5031
by Senator Jacobsen
Protecting tenants of conversion condominiums.
Provides that a declarant of a conversion condominium, and any dealer who intends to offer units in such a condominium, shall give each of the residential tenants and any residential subtenant in possession of a portion of a conversion condominium notice of the conversion and provide those persons with the public offering statement no later than one hundred twenty days before the tenants and any subtenant in possession are required to vacate. The notice must expressly state whether there is a county or city relocation assistance program for tenants or subtenants of conversion condominiums in the jurisdiction in which the property is located. If the county or city does have a relocation assistance program, the following must also be included in the notice: (1) The terms and conditions under which relocation assistance is paid; and(2) Contact information for the city or county relocation assistance program, which must include, at a minimum, a telephone number of the city or county department that administers the relocation assistance program for conversion condominiums.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Consumer Protection & Housing. | |
SB 5032
by Senators Pridemore and Zarelli
Concerning the Vancouver national historic reserve.
Finds that the legislature has declared through RCW 27.34.220 that it is the public policy and in the public interest of the state to designate, preserve, protect, enhance, and perpetuate those structures, sites, districts, buildings, and objects that reflect outstanding elements of the state's historic, archaeological, architectural, or cultural heritage, for the inspiration and enrichment of the people of the state. The Vancouver national historic reserve is on both the state and federal registers as a historic district and encompasses some of the richest historic, archaeological, architectural, and cultural resources in the state.Declares it is the purpose of this act to: (1) Confirm the role of the state of Washington in the development and management of the Vancouver national historic reserve;(2) Identify the role of state agencies in the Vancouver national historic reserve; and(3) Establish an account in the state treasury through the Washington state historical society for funds designated specifically for the Vancouver national historic reserve.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Government Operations & Elections. | |
SB 5033
by Senators Prentice, Parlette, Kohl-Welles, Rasmussen, Regala, Fairley, Rockefeller, Kline, Haugen, Weinstein, McAuliffe, Spanel, Kastama, Franklin, Keiser, Shin, Hatfield, Pridemore, Hargrove, Jacobsen, Berkey, and Poulsen
Recognizing women's suffrage day.
Declares that the nineteenth day of July be recognized as women's suffrage day but shall not be considered a legal holiday for any purpose.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Government Operations & Elections. | |
SB 5034
by Senators Regala, Eide, Swecker, Weinstein, Franklin, Rasmussen, Brandland, Spanel, Jacobsen, McAuliffe, Poulsen, Keiser, Shin, Pridemore, Fraser, Fairley, Rockefeller, Kline, Kohl-Welles, Tom, and Murray; by request of Department of Ecology
Phasing out the use of polybrominated diphenyl ethers.
Finds that polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) have been used extensively as flame retardants in a large number of common household products for the past thirty years. Studies on animals show that PBDEs can impact the developing brain, affecting behavior and learning after birth and into adulthood, making exposure to fetuses and children a particular concern. Levels of PBDEs are increasing in people, and in the environment, particularly in North America. Because people can be exposed to these chemicals through house dust and indoor air as well as through food, it is important to phase out their use in common household products, provided that effective flame retardants that are safer and technically feasible are available at a reasonable cost.Requires that, by December 15, 2008, the department and the department of health shall review risk assessments, scientific studies, and other relevant findings regarding alternatives to the use of commercial deca-bde in residential upholstered furniture, televisions, and computers.Requires the department and the department of health to document their findings and the findings of the fire safety committee in a report to the legislature by December 15, 2008. The report must also include any additional evidence of the potential harm posed by deca-bde.Provides that, if the department and the department of health jointly find, by December 15, 2008, that an effective flame retardant that is safer than commercial deca-bde and technically feasible for use in residential upholstered furniture, televisions, or computers is not available or if the fire safety committee finds that an alternative to commercial deca-bde does not meet applicable fire safety standards, the department shall by rule grant an exemption to allow for the manufacture, sale, or distribution of products prohibited from manufacture, sale, or distribution under this act.Provides that a manufacturer of products containing PBDEs in violation of this act is punishable by a civil penalty not to exceed one thousand dollars for each violation in the case of a first offense. Manufacturers who are repeat violators are liable for a civil penalty not to exceed five thousand dollars for each repeat offense. Penalties collected under this section must be deposited in the state toxics control account created in RCW 70.l05D.070.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Water, Energy & Telecommunications. | |
| Jan 10 | Scheduled for public hearing in committee. (Subject to change) | |
SB 5035
by Senators Hatfield and Schoesler
Extending the expiration date for reporting requirements on timber purchases.
Extends the expiration date for reporting requirements on timber purchases to July 1, 2010.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Ways & Means. | |
SB 5036
by Senators Eide, Weinstein, Brown, Rockefeller, Regala, Fraser, Murray, Berkey, Kauffman, Jacobsen, and Keiser
Repealing the application of the sunset act to the intermediate driver's license program.
Repeals RCW 43.131.397 and 43.131.398.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Transportation. | |
SB 5037
by Senators Eide, Weinstein, Murray, Berkey, Regala, Rockefeller, Kauffman, Keiser, Spanel, and Jacobsen
Restricting the use of a wireless communications device while operating a moving motor vehicle.
Declares an intent to phase out the use of hand-held wireless communications devices by motorists while operating a vehicle.Declares that enforcement of this act by law enforcement officers may be accomplished only as a secondary action when a driver of a motor vehicle has been detained for a suspected violation of this title or an equivalent local ordinance or some other offense.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Transportation. | |
SB 5038
by Senators Eide, Shin, Weinstein, Hobbs, Oemig, Marr, Murray, Regala, Rockefeller, Rasmussen, Hatfield, Kilmer, Keiser, and Jacobsen
Combating auto theft.
Declares that it is the intent of this act to deter motor vehicle theft through a statewide cooperative effort by combating motor vehicle theft through tough laws, supporting law enforcement activities, improving enforcement and administration, effective prosecution, public awareness, and meaningful treatment for first time offenders where appropriate. It is also the intent to ensure that adequate funding is provided to implement this act in order for real, observable reductions in the number of auto thefts in Washington state.Establishes the Washington auto theft prevention authority.Requires the Washington auto theft prevention authority to initially convene at the call of the chief of the Washington state patrol, or the chief's designee, no later than the third Monday in January 2008. Subsequent meetings of the authority shall be at the call of the chair or seven members.Provides that, beginning July 1, 2007, a surcharge of fifty cents every six months per insured automobile shall be charged by each insurer to each person purchasing automobile insurance, which will be in addition to any other charge authorized by law. The insurance commissioner may retain up to two percent of the funds collected to administer collection. The remaining funds shall be transmitted monthly to the state treasurer who will deposit the funds into the Washington auto theft prevention authority account created in this act. The funds will be used to carry out the Washington auto theft prevention authority program duties and functions as set forth in this act.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Judiciary. | |
SB 5039
by Senators Eide, Murray, Marr, Shin, Rockefeller, Weinstein, Rasmussen, Kauffman, Keiser, and Jacobsen
Providing for the state investment board to administer scholarship endowment funds.
Provides that the investment of funds from all scholarship endowment programs administered by the higher education coordinating board shall be managed by the state investment board.Declares that the state investment board has the full power to invest, reinvest, manage, contract, sell, or exchange investment money in scholarship endowment funds. All investment and operating costs associated with the investment of a scholarship endowment fund shall be paid pursuant to RCW 43.33A.160 and 43.84.160. With the exception of these expenses, the earnings from the investments of the fund belong to the fund.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Financial Institutions & Insurance. | |
SB 5040
by Senators Eide, Franklin, Fairley, Shin, Rockefeller, Weinstein, Marr, Oemig, Hobbs, Haugen, Kilmer, Murray, Keiser, Rasmussen, Jacobsen, and Kauffman
Creating a survivors' endowed scholarship program.
Declares an intent to honor those who lost their lives in service-connected activities while engaged in military service in combat zones. The legislature further intends to assist the families of such veterans by providing an endowed scholarship for postsecondary education to the veterans' surviving children and spouses.Authorizes the board to deposit twenty-five thousand dollars of state matching funds into the survivors' scholarship endowment fund when the board can match state funds with an equal amount of private cash donations.Provides that after the initial match of twenty-five thousand dollars, state matching funds from the survivors' endowed scholarship trust fund shall be released to the survivors' scholarship endowment fund semiannually so long as there are funds available in the survivors' endowed scholarship trust fund.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Higher Education. | |
SB 5041
by Senator Prentice; by request of Insurance Commissioner
Modifying insurance commissioner regulatory assessment fee provisions.
Revises insurance commissioner regulatory assessment fee provisions.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Ways & Means. | |
SB 5042
by Senator Berkey; by request of Insurance Commissioner
Regulating the business of insurance.
Revises provisions for regulating the business of insurance.Repeals RCW 48.12.120, 48.12.130, and 48.14.050.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Financial Institutions & Insurance. | |
SB 5043
by Senators Haugen, Jacobsen, Fairley, Keiser, Regala, Hatfield, Berkey, and Fraser
Dedicating a portion of the state property tax levy to state parks.
Dedicates a portion of the state property tax levy to state parks.Takes effect for taxes due in 2008 and thereafter, if the proposed amendment to Article IX, section 2 of the state Constitution (Senate Joint Resolution No. ...., S-0220/07) regarding funding for state parks is validly submitted to and is approved and ratified by the voters at the next general election. If the proposed amendment is not approved and ratified, this act is void in its entirety.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Natural Resources, Ocean & Recreation. | |
SJR 8200
by Senators Zarelli, Benton, Parlette, Holmquist, Stevens, Swecker, Pflug, Delvin, McCaslin, Brandland, Schoesler, Roach, Hewitt, and Honeyford
Creating a rainy day reserve fund.
Proposes an amendment to the state Constitution to create a rainy day reserve fund.
| Dec 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Ways & Means. | |
SJR 8201
by Senator Franklin
Amending the state Constitution to provide for a revenue stabilization fund.
Proposes an amendment to the state Constitution to provide for a revenue stabilization fund.
| Dec 15 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Ways & Means. | |
SJR 8202
by Senators Eide, McAuliffe, Weinstein, Jacobsen, Shin, Kohl-Welles, Pridemore, Fairley, Spanel, Rockefeller, Berkey, Rasmussen, Kastama, Keiser, Poulsen, Hatfield, Tom, Prentice, Haugen, Regala, Franklin, and Brown
Amending the Constitution to provide for a simple majority of voters voting to authorize a school levy.
Proposes an amendment to the state Constitution to provide for a simple majority of voters voting to authorize a school levy.
| Jan 4 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education. | |
SJR 8203
by Senators Eide, McAuliffe, Weinstein, Jacobsen, Shin, Kohl-Welles, Pridemore, Kastama, Spanel, Rockefeller, Fairley, Tom, Poulsen, Hatfield, Prentice, Haugen, Regala, and Brown
Amending the Constitution to provide for a simple majority of voters voting to authorize a school district bond measure.
Proposes an amendment to the state Constitution to provide for a simple majority of voters voting to authorize a school district bond measure.
| Jan 4 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education. | |
SJR 8204
by Senators Haugen, Jacobsen, Fairley, Keiser, Regala, Hatfield, Berkey, and Fraser
Dedicating a portion of the state property tax levy to state parks.
Proposes an amendment to the state Constitution to dedicate a portion of the state property tax levy to state parks.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | First reading, referred to Natural Resources, Ocean & Recreation. | |
SCR 8400
by Senators Brown and Hewitt
Adopting joint rules.
Adopts joint rules.
| Jan 5 | Prefiled for introduction. | |
| Jan 8 | Read first time, rules suspended, and placed on second reading calendar. | |
| Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. | ||
| Third reading, adopted. | ||