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WA HB1961

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/13/2025

Primary Sponsor

Jim Walsh

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Revenue collected from any charge, fee, or tax based on miles traveled by motor vehicles on highways must be deposited into a special fund in the state treasury
  • Funds are restricted exclusively to highway purposes as permitted under Article II, Section 40 of the Washington State Constitution
  • Adds new sections to both RCW Chapter 46.08 (general motor vehicle provisions) and RCW Chapter 46.17 (vehicle fees)
  • Applies to road usage charge programs or similar mileage-based fee systems that may replace or supplement traditional gas taxes

Legislative Description

Directing revenues from fees, charges, or taxes assessed on motor vehicles based on miles traveled on the highways to be used for highway purposes in accordance with the state Constitution.

Last Action

By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.

1/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation2/13/2025

Full Bill Text

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