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WA HB1869

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/6/2025

Primary Sponsor

John Ley

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits Washington state funds from being spent on capital projects, transit vehicle purchases, or any other capital costs for transit agencies created under the laws of adjacent states (such as Oregon or Idaho)

  • Defines "transit vehicle" broadly to include motor vehicles, streetcars, trains, trolley vehicles, and any other devices used for carrying passengers with baggage and freight on a regular schedule

  • Adds a new section to chapter 47.66 RCW (Regional Mobility Grant Program)

  • Declared an emergency measure and takes effect July 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Prohibiting the expenditure of Washington state funds for any capital costs of a transit agency created pursuant to the laws of an adjacent state.

Last Action

By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.

1/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation2/6/2025

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