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WA SB5716
Bill
Status
Passed
5/12/2025
Primary Sponsor
Deborah Krishnadasan
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AI Summary
- Washington State Ferries are added to the definition of "transit authority" under RCW 9.91.025, making unlawful transit conduct laws applicable to ferry vessels and terminals
- Prohibited conduct on ferries now includes smoking in unauthorized areas, littering, playing loud music, consuming alcohol without authorization, obstructing passenger flow, and engaging in disruptive behavior
- Violations constitute a misdemeanor offense
- Effective date is July 27, 2025
- Passed unanimously in both chambers (Senate 49-0, House 96-0) and signed by Governor Ferguson on May 12, 2025
Legislative Description
Expanding the locations where a person can be guilty of unlawful transit conduct to include the Washington state ferries.
Last Action
Effective date 7/27/2025.
5/12/2025
Committee Referrals
Rules4/8/2025
Transportation3/12/2025
Rules2/28/2025
Transportation2/10/2025
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