Concerning moneys available to a port district allocated for the purchase of zero and near zero emission cargo handling equipment.

SB 5995 allows Washington port districts to use allocated funds for purchasing zero or near-zero emission cargo handling equipment and related infrastructure for port operations or their tenants. It specifically prohibits using these funds for fully automated marine container handling equipment (defined as remotely operated with minimal human control). The bill applies directly to port districts and their tenants/lessees, changing how they may allocate public funds for equipment purchases. The policy change is effective until December 31, 2031.