Senator Randi Becker

Biennium:

Prime Sponsored Bills


Bill NumberBrief Description
SB 5097 Allowing spouses to combine volunteer hours for purposes of receiving a complimentary discover pass.  Fiscal Note
SB 5154 Exempting from business and occupation tax certain amounts received by cooperative finance organizations.  Fiscal Note
SB 5205 Removing the expiration for the additional surcharge imposed on registered nurses and licensed practical nurses.  Fiscal Note
SB 5206 Authorizing occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, dieticians, and nutritionists to participate in online access to the University of Washington health sciences library. (REVISED FOR ENGROSSED: Increasing the health professions participating in online access to the University of Washington health sciences library. )  Fiscal Note
SB 5213 Concerning prescription review for medicaid managed care enrollees.
Revised for 2nd Substitute: Concerning prescription review for medicaid managed care enrollees. (REVISED FOR PASSED LEGISLATURE: Concerning medication management services for medicaid managed care enrollees. )
  Fiscal Note
SB 5214 Concerning a business and occupation tax deduction for donated medical services.  Fiscal Note
SB 5215 Providing that health care professional licensees may not be required to participate in any public or private third-party reimbursement program.
Revised for 2nd Substitute: Concerning health care professionals contracting with public and private payors.
 
SB 5225 Exempting public hospital districts from certificate of need requirements.  Fiscal Note
SB 5226 Exempting public hospital districts from certificate of need requirements. 
SB 5267 Concerning prior authorization for health care services.
Revised for 2nd Substitute: Developing standardized prior authorization for medical and pharmacy management. (REVISED FOR PASSED LEGISLATURE: Establishing a work group to develop standardized prior authorization for medical and pharmacy management. )
  Fiscal Note
SB 5305 Requiring hospitals to report when providing treatment for bullet wounds, gunshot wounds, and stab wounds to all patients. 
SB 5314 Identifying public schools as essential public facilities for the purposes of the growth management act. 
SB 5315 Implementing the recommendations made by the Powell fatality team.  Fiscal Note
SB 5316 Adopting a model policy to require a third person to be present during interviews.  Fiscal Note
SB 5317 Concerning the tabulation and receipt of ballots. 
SB 5320 Requiring the county auditor to establish a minimum number of ballot drop boxes for counties and cities.  Fiscal Note
SB 5339 Addressing wellness programs under the insurance code.  Fiscal Note
SB 5358 Concerning people with disabilities who receive no paid services from the department of social and health services' division of developmental disabilities.  Fiscal Note
SB 5434 Addressing the filing and public disclosure of health care provider compensation.  Fiscal Note
SB 5459 Requiring ninety-day supply limits on certain drugs dispensed by a pharmacist.  Fiscal Note
SB 5492 Requiring transparency for patients regarding training and qualifications of health care professionals.  Fiscal Note
SB 5509 Concerning electronic timekeeping for in-home personal care or respite services.  Fiscal Note
SB 5510 Concerning the abuse of vulnerable adults.  Fiscal Note
SB 5539 Concerning the provision of prescription drugs by direct practice providers. 
SB 5549 Concerning the education of surgical technologists. 
SB 5562 Concerning providers and facilities' participation in the provision of medical care or in the withholding or withdrawal of life-sustaining treatment in accordance with a form developed by the department of health. 
SB 5601 Concerning interpretation of state law regarding rebating practices by health care entities.  Fiscal Note
SB 5605 Addressing health plans provided through associations or member-governed groups.
Revised for 1st Substitute: Clarifying association health plans provisions.
  Fiscal Note
SB 5631 Modifying the expiration dates that limit payments for health care services provided to low-income enrollees in state purchased health care programs by aligning them with the start of medicaid expansion.  Fiscal Note
SB 5683 Concerning informed consent and reporting of death for purposes of the death with dignity act. 
SB 5695 Addressing wellness programs offered by a health carrier.  Fiscal Note
SB 5719 Concerning stand-alone dental coverage. 
SB 5845 Concerning attorney compensation from clients with little or no ability to pay. 
SB 5848 Modifying the nonprofit tax exemption for qualifying blood, tissue, or blood and tissue banks.  Fiscal Note
SB 5894 Authorizing the medicaid expansion while ensuring state financial protections, increasing consumer engagement and choice, and establishing expectations for improved health outcomes. 
SB 5913 Concerning a hospital safety net assessment and quality incentive program for increased hospital payments. 

Secondary Sponsored Bills


Bill NumberBrief Description
SB 5012 Verifying the lawful status of individuals upon obtaining or renewing their state-issued drivers' licenses or related identification.  Fiscal Note
SB 5014 Limiting the power of eminent domain. 
SB 5057 Regarding outdoor recreation on lands purchased by a private, not-for-profit organization acquired in whole or part with public funds.
Revised for 1st Substitute: Concerning public access to lands acquired in whole or part with public funds.
  Fiscal Note
SB 5060 Addressing the removal of county elected officials. 
SB 5061 Addressing a veteran's preference for the purpose of public employment. 
SB 5062 Providing measures to deal with squatters on foreclosed properties. 
SB 5071 Concerning the relinquishment of a water right.  Fiscal Note
SB 5072 Concerning a sales and use tax exemption for disabled veterans and members of the armed forces for certain equipment and services that assist physically challenged persons to safely operate a motor vehicle.  Fiscal Note
SB 5079 Providing compensation for damage to livestock caused by wolves.  Fiscal Note
SB 5084 Concerning discounted discovery passes for disabled veterans.
Revised for 1st Substitute: Concerning discounted discover passes for disabled veterans.
  Fiscal Note
SB 5085 Concerning voter approval of a high capacity transportation system plan and financing plan. 
SB 5088 Concerning the equal distribution of votes within certain taxing districts.
Revised for 1st Substitute: Addressing the establishment of high capacity transportation corridor areas.
 
SB 5094 Requiring notification of sex offenders attending schools.  Fiscal Note
SB 5095 Providing proof of financial responsibility for motor vehicle operation.
Revised for 1st Substitute: Providing proof of financial responsibility for motor vehicle operation. (REVISED FOR ENGROSSED: Concerning proof of required documents for motor vehicle operation. )
  Fiscal Note
SB 5114 Regarding access to K-12 campuses for occupational or educational information. 
SB 5119 Creating a sentence enhancement for body armor.  Fiscal Note
SB 5121 Concerning the effect of zoning ordinances on hobby vehicle restoration. (REVISED FOR ENGROSSED: Concerning the restoration of collector vehicles. ) 
SB 5124 Simplifying and adding certainty to the calculation of workers' compensation benefits. 
SB 5125 Addressing workers' compensation reform through clarification of occupational disease claims. 
SB 5126 Concerning recovery for purposes of legal actions under the industrial insurance statutes.  Fiscal Note
SB 5127 Amending provisions governing structured settlements by removing age barriers and clarifying legislative intent.
Revised for 1st Substitute: Amending provisions governing structured settlements by removing age barriers and clarifying legislative intent. (REVISED FOR ENGROSSED: Amending provisions governing structured settlements by lowering age barriers and clarifying legislative intent. )
  Fiscal Note
SB 5128 Addressing compensation for injured workers.  Fiscal Note
SB 5131 Providing tax incentives for donations of modern laboratory equipment to higher education institutions and vocational skills centers.  Fiscal Note
SB 5134 Concerning reserve studies for certain homeowners' associations. 
SB 5148 Allowing for redistribution of medications under certain conditions.  Fiscal Note
SB 5158 Creating a good faith defense for certain minimum wage and overtime compensation complaints.  Fiscal Note
SB 5159 Repealing the family and medical leave insurance act.  Fiscal Note
SB 5160 Creating a process for administrative reassignment of public employees.
Revised for 1st Substitute: Creating a process for home assignment of public employees.
 
SB 5161 Authorizing certain eligible family members of United States armed forces members who died while in service or as a result of service to apply for gold star license plates.  Fiscal Note
SB 5164 Concerning farm vehicles that are exempt from vehicle registration.  Fiscal Note
SB 5178 Modifying organized retail theft provisions.  Fiscal Note
SB 5187 Protecting livestock against predator attacks.
Revised for 1st Substitute: Protecting domestic animals against gray wolf attacks.
  Fiscal Note
SB 5188 Addressing imminent threats to commercial livestock caused by wolves.  Fiscal Note
SB 5189 Concerning photovoltaic electrical systems.  Fiscal Note
SB 5197 Requiring additional safety features in school construction and remodeling.
Revised for 2nd Substitute: Taking measures to promote safe school buildings.
  Fiscal Note
SB 5212 Expanding membership of the Washington state horse park authority. 
SB 5260 Authorizing regular meetings of county legislative authorities to be held at alternate locations within the county. 
SB 5262 Concerning the lodging tax.  Fiscal Note
SB 5275 Allowing employers to pay a training wage for a specified period of time. 
SB 5279 Limiting use of public assistance benefits. 
SB 5280 Addressing criminal activities occurring at rental properties.
Revised for 1st Substitute: Addressing unlawful activities on certain properties.
  Fiscal Note
SB 5282 Creating a statewide database of mental health commitment information.
Revised for 1st Substitute: Creating a statewide database of mental health commitment information. (REVISED FOR PASSED LEGISLATURE: Creating a work group for consolidation of statewide involuntary commitment information. )
  Fiscal Note
SB 5290 Allowing hydroelectric energy generation on irrigation district facilities to qualify for renewable energy credit.
Revised for 1st Substitute: Designating certain hydroelectric generation from a generation facility located in irrigation pipes, irrigation canals, and wastewater pipes as an eligible renewable resource under chapter 19.285 RCW. (REVISED FOR ENGROSSED: Designating certain hydroelectric generation from a generation facility located in irrigation pipes, irrigation canals, water pipes whose primary purpose is for conveyance of water for domestic use, and wastewater pipes as an eligible renewable resource under chapter 19.285 RCW. )
 
SB 5294 Recognizing hydroelectricity as an eligible renewable resource in the energy independence act. 
SB 5318 Removing the one-year waiting period for veterans or active members of the military for purposes of eligibility for resident tuition.  Fiscal Note
SB 5319 Regarding access to state recreation lands by disabled veterans.  Fiscal Note
SB 5322 Concerning municipally produced class A biosolids. 
SB 5327 Concerning small farms under the current use property tax program for farm and agricultural lands.  Fiscal Note
SB 5333 Providing mental health first-aid training to teachers and educational staff.  Fiscal Note
SB 5377 Extending the program establishing Christmas tree grower licensure.  Fiscal Note
SB 5378 Creating a six-year time frame for substantial building code amendments.  Fiscal Note
SB 5384 Making the board of denturists the disciplining authority for licensed denturists. 
SB 5385 Concerning the practice of denturism. 
SB 5399 Addressing the timing of penalties under the growth management act.  Fiscal Note
SB 5414 Regarding the requirements of allopathic physician licensure.  Fiscal Note
SB 5415 Updating and aligning with federal requirements hospital health care-associated infection rate reporting.  Fiscal Note
SB 5416 Concerning prescription information.  Fiscal Note
SB 5423 Concerning the scope and costs of the diabetes epidemic in Washington.  Fiscal Note
SB 5445 Funding capital projects.
Revised for 1st Substitute: Funding public school capital projects.
  Fiscal Note
SB 5449 Addressing the Washington state health insurance pool.  Fiscal Note
SB 5456 Concerning detentions under the involuntary treatment act.  Fiscal Note
SB 5464 Allowing dental hygienists and dental assistants to provide certain services under the supervision of a dentist. 
SB 5465 Concerning exemptions from licensure as a physical therapist.  Fiscal Note
SB 5472 Authorizing applied doctorate level degrees in audiology at Western Washington University.  Fiscal Note
SB 5482 Concerning the federal basic health option of the affordable care act.  Fiscal Note
SB 5497 Concerning assault in the third degree against a school employee.  Fiscal Note
SB 5513 Regulating the use of off-road vehicles in certain areas.  Fiscal Note
SB 5530 Requiring physicians and physician assistants to provide requested demographic information at the time of license renewal. 
SB 5540 Expanding opportunities to purchase health care coverage from out-of-state carriers.  Fiscal Note
SB 5542 Addressing public employee benefits.  Fiscal Note
SB 5553 Requiring the department of health to study the potential to divert ambulances to urgent care facilities. 
SB 5554 Requiring a study of the prescription monitoring program and its role in increasing coordination of care.  Fiscal Note
SB 5556 Concerning missing endangered persons.  Fiscal Note
SB 5575 Concerning state parks funding.  Fiscal Note
SB 5612 Designating facilities and infrastructure of water purveyors as essential public facilities under growth management planning requirements.  
SB 5615 Concerning the health professional loan repayment and scholarship program.  Fiscal Note
SB 5624 Aligning high-demand secondary STEM or career and technical education programs with applied baccalaureate programs.  Fiscal Note
SB 5626 Concerning the practice of midwifery. 
SB 5630 Implementing recommendations of the adult family home quality assurance panel.  Fiscal Note
SB 5669 Concerning trafficking.  Fiscal Note
SB 5671 Concerning accountability in providing opportunities for certain students to participate in transition services. 
SB 5672 Supporting youth programs through agricultural fairs and the horse racing commission. 
SB 5675 Introducing private competition in industrial insurance coverage.  Fiscal Note
SB 5676 Protecting personal voter signatures. 
SB 5706 Concerning accountability in providing opportunities for certain students to participate in transition services.  Fiscal Note
SB 5784 Concerning the joint center for aerospace technology innovation.  Fiscal Note
SB 5791 Supporting youth programs through agricultural fairs and the horse racing industry.  Fiscal Note
SB 5792 Concerning health care services for inmates in city, county, and regional jails.  Fiscal Note
SB 5813 Supporting youth programs through agricultural fairs.  Fiscal Note
SB 5815 Prohibiting a person from selling or giving a vapor product designed solely for smoking or ingesting tobacco or shisha to a minor. 
SB 5838 Restoring some of the nursing facility payment methodology changes made during 2011.  Fiscal Note
SB 5854 Addressing debt service from the Tacoma Narrows toll bridge account. 
SB 5869 Requiring expiration of enactments of the legislature with fiscal impacts unless funding is provided. 
SB 5906 Maintaining access to state recreational lands managed by the department of natural resources. 
SB 5931 Clarifying the requirements for health plans offered outside of the exchange. 
SB 5948 Concerning state procurement of goods and services. 
SJM 8001 Requesting that Interstate 5 be named the "Purple Heart Trail."  Fiscal Note
SJM 8007 Requesting Congress pass legislation imposing a fee on United States bound cargo when it crosses the Canadian border.
Revised for 1st Substitute: Requesting that congress pass legislation reforming the harbor maintenance tax.
 
SJR 8200 Amending the Constitution to require a two-thirds majority vote of the legislature to raise taxes.  Fiscal Note
SJR 8201 Amending the state Constitution to require a balanced budget. 
SJR 8203 Amending the state Constitution to allow a reasonable suspicion standard in certain searches of students on school grounds. 
SJR 8206 Amending the Constitution to require emergency clauses only be allowed by amendment to a bill and approved by sixty percent of each house of the legislature. 
SCR 8401 Creating a joint select committee on health care oversight. 
SR 8604 Honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 
SR 8610 Honoring the career of Senator Bob Morton. 
SR 8611 Reaffirming Washington's commitment to a strong relationship with Taiwan. 
SR 8612 Honoring Senator Jerome Delvin. 
SR 8613 Honoring the National Guard. 
SR 8615 Honoring Washington girls and women in sports. 
SR 8616 Honoring the legacy of women legislators. 
SR 8621 Recognizing the Washington state wing of the Civil Air Patrol. 
SR 8622 Recognizing Gifted Education Day and Week. 
SR 8623 Offering best wishes for a fulfilling retirement to Consul General Gao Zhansheng. 
SR 8624 Congratulating the Seattle Seahawks. 
SR 8626 Honoring athletes who participated in the 2013 Special Olympics. 
SR 8632 Recognizing the British Columbia Legislative Internship Program. 
SR 8635 Honoring individuals with autism. 
SR 8636 Honoring Peace Corps volunteers and recognizing the 2013 Top Peace Corps Volunteer-Producing Colleges. 
SR 8637 Celebrating the 2013 Daffodil Festival. 
SR 8641 Recognizing and expressing appreciation for Sea Service personnel. 
SR 8642 Celebrating the National Day of the Cowboy. 
SR 8643 Proclaiming Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day. 
SR 8644 Commending the Independent Colleges of Washington. 
SR 8647 Honoring the work of Seattle Children's Hospital. 
SR 8649 Celebrating the culture and heritage of Norway on May 17, 2013. 
SR 8651 Honoring Doris M. Brougham for her lifelong achievements. 
SR 8652 Recognizing religious freedom in Washington State. 
SR 8653 Celebrating the Washington State Apple Blossom Festival. 
SR 8654 Recognizing the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. 
SR 8655 Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the 1963 American Mt. Everest Expedition. 
SR 8657 Honoring the life of Margaret Thatcher. 
SR 8658 Honoring the life and work of Forrest Westering. 
SR 8659 Celebrating Red Hat Day. 
SR 8663 Commending Trooper Sean M. O'Connell Jr. for his exemplary service. 
SR 8664 Remembering the life and legacy of Senator Mike Carrell.