Transportation

passed · Washington · House Mar 12, 2026

HB 2172: Concerning route jurisdiction transfer and abandonment.

HB 2172 proposes changes to how Washington State manages highway jurisdiction transfers. It requires a new review process by a transportation commission for requests to transfer state highways over two miles long or including bridges to county or city control. The commission must evaluate these requests using existing criteria focused on road connectivity, traffic volume, and regional importance before making recommendations. This bill directly affects counties, cities, and the state transportation commission by altering the procedure for road management decisions.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires transportation commission review for highway jurisdiction transfers, ensuring evaluations on connectivity and regional importance to maintain infrastructure quality.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Washington · House Mar 12, 2026

HB 2111: Allowing the Interstate 5 bridge replacement project toll facility bond retirement account to receive its proportionate share of earnings.

HB 2111 amends Washington state law to ensure the Interstate 5 bridge replacement project toll facility bond retirement account receives its proportionate share of investment earnings from the state treasury. The bill adds this specific account to a list of state funds that automatically receive earnings based on their average daily balance in the treasury. This change affects only the financial management of the I-5 bridge project's dedicated account, ensuring it benefits from the same investment returns as other similar state accounts. The bill does not create new funding or alter project scope - it simply corrects the accounting mechanism to include this account in existing earnings distribution rules.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEnsures I-5 bridge project's dedicated account receives investment earnings, securing funding for critical infrastructure project.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Washington · House Mar 12, 2026

HB 2203: Creating the offense of reckless interference with emergency operations.

HB 2203 creates a new offense for drivers who operate vehicles on public roadways closed due to emergencies (e.g., barricades, emergency vehicles), with two penalty levels: a serious misdemeanor for general violations, or a felony if the act causes injury to first responders or involves minors/vulnerable adults. Convicted individuals face license suspension (60-90 days) and must reimburse public agencies for emergency response costs, capped at $25,000 per incident. The bill directly affects drivers who ignore emergency closures, particularly those with minors in the vehicle or who endanger first responders. It establishes clear penalties and financial accountability for reckless interference during emergency operations.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeCreates new offense with felony penalties for drivers interfering with emergencies, expanding criminalization of non-violent conduct per 'oppose' indicators.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances road safety by penalizing reckless driving on emergency-closed roadways, protecting first responders and public safety during emergencies.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Washington · House Mar 12, 2026

HB 1823: Modifying transportation improvement board provisions.

HB 1823 updates Washington’s Transportation Improvement Board rules and funding processes. It requires counties, cities, or transportation districts to provide written certification of local/private funding within one year of project approval, or funds may be reallocated. The bill clarifies board membership requirements, including population thresholds for city/county representatives and specific roles for transit, port, and active transportation advocates. Projects must align with the Growth Management Act, Clean Air Act, and other transportation planning standards to qualify for funding. These changes directly affect local governments seeking state transportation funds.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires local funding certification to prevent reallocation, clarifies board roles, and ensures projects align with growth plans - strengthening transportation funding processes.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Washington · House Jan 12, 2026

HB 1043: Extending the commute trip reduction tax credit.

HB 1043 extends the state's commute trip reduction tax credit program for employers and property managers until 2035. This program allows eligible entities to claim a tax credit for providing financial incentives to employees who use alternative commuting methods like ride-sharing, public transportation, car-sharing, or non-motorized transport. The bill changes the credit calculation so that the full amount paid to or on behalf of an employee, up to $60 per employee annually, can be credited (previously 50%). It also reduces the maximum credit a single entity can claim per fiscal year from $100,000 to $50,000.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends tax credit program for employers, providing tax relief under state fiscal policy to incentivize sustainable commuting methods.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPromotes alternative commuting methods (public transit, car-sharing), reducing fossil fuel dependence in transportation, aligning with energy efficiency goals.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExtends tax credit for alternative commuting methods (public transit, carpooling), reducing vehicle emissions and promoting sustainable transportation.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExtends tax credit for employer incentives promoting public transit, ride-sharing, and sustainable commuting, directly advancing sustainable transportation policies.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Washington · House Jan 12, 2026

HB 1616: Expanding the locations where a person can be guilty of unlawful transit conduct to include the Washington state ferries.

HB 1616 expands the definition of "unlawful transit conduct" to explicitly include Washington State Ferries. This means that behaviors previously prohibited on other public transit, such as smoking, littering, playing loud music without headphones, or consuming open alcoholic beverages, will now also apply to state ferries. The bill amends existing law by adding "ferry boat" to the definition of a transit vehicle and "the Washington state ferries" to the definition of a transit authority. Individuals found in violation of these rules on state ferries could be guilty of a misdemeanor.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExtends public transit safety rules (smoking, noise, alcohol) to ferries, enhancing transportation safety standards for public transit infrastructure.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Washington · House Jan 12, 2026

HB 1537: Expanding access to funding from the multiuse roadway safety account for eligible cities and for the Washington state departments of natural resources and fish and wildlife for maintenance and guidance of motorized recreation on green dot roads.

HB 1537 expands access to the multiuse roadway safety account, which funds projects related to wheeled all-terrain vehicle (WATV) use. It makes the Departments of Natural Resources and Fish and Wildlife eligible for funding to maintain green dot roads used for motorized recreation, including mitigating road impacts, erecting signage, and providing educational materials. Additionally, cities and towns that allow WATVs on their roads can now receive grants for safety engineering, signage, law enforcement, and enhancing these designated routes. This bill aims to improve safety and maintenance for motorized recreation on specific roadways across the state.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds road maintenance, safety engineering, and signage for motorized recreation on green dot roads, directly supporting transportation infrastructure and safety standards.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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signed · Washington · Senate May 20, 2025

SB 5161: Making transportation appropriations for the 2025-2027 fiscal biennium.

SB 5161 establishes the transportation budget for Washington State for the 2025-2027 fiscal biennium, allocating funds to various state agencies for infrastructure and services. It appropriates specific amounts from designated accounts to cover employee compensation, capital projects, and operational expenses across multiple state departments. Key provisions include funding for road maintenance and programs designed to increase opportunities for women and minority-owned businesses in the transportation sector. Additionally, the bill funds a tribal electric boat grant program and supports a sustainable aviation fuel institute.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funds for transportation infrastructure and operations, directly implementing budgetary appropriations for public services per fiscal management guidelines.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly allocates funds for road maintenance and transportation infrastructure projects per summary, directly advancing transportation funding.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Washington · Senate May 20, 2025

SB 5009: Modifying the student transportation allocation to accommodate multiple vehicle types for transporting students.

SB 5009 modifies the student transportation allocation system for school districts in Washington state. It encourages districts to use various vehicle types, including school buses and other vehicles like district-owned passenger cars, for student transportation if deemed safe and cost-effective. The bill updates reporting requirements for districts to include miles driven per vehicle type and directs the superintendent of public instruction (SPI) to calculate transportation allocations based on all vehicle types used. Additionally, the SPI will establish minimum categories and competitive specifications for all student transportation vehicles to guide reimbursement.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllows flexible transportation options to maintain student access, supporting operational efficiency for school districts.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill modifies student transportation allocation to allow flexible vehicle use (buses, cars) for safety/cost, updating reporting to optimize existing transportation resources within the framework.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Washington · House May 19, 2025

HB 1902: Convening a work group regarding the streamlining of permitting for transportation projects.

House Bill 1902 establishes a temporary work group to develop recommendations for making the permitting process for transportation projects more efficient. This group will involve various state agencies, local government representatives, industry groups, and tribal representatives. The work group's main goal is to identify ways to reduce project costs and completion times by aligning permitting requirements and processes, while ensuring environmental and regulatory protections are maintained. The group must submit an interim report by January 1, 2026, and a final report, including any legislative recommendations, by November 1, 2026, after which the group will expire.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationStreamlines permitting for transportation projects to reduce costs and completion times, supporting infrastructure development while maintaining environmental protections.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation