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WA SB6225

Bill

Status

Enrolled

3/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Marko Liias

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes issuance of $3.4 billion in general obligation bonds for highway preservation projects, transportation improvements, and ferry vessel construction

  • Creates the "Preserve Washington account" in the motor vehicle fund to deposit bond proceeds, with spending limited to protecting highway assets, extending useful life of transportation structures, and maintaining mobility

  • Increases authorized bonding for State Route 520 corridor projects from $1.95 billion to $2.45 billion

  • Bonds are backed by the state's full faith and credit, with principal and interest payable from state fuel excise taxes and vehicle-related fees under Title 46 RCW

  • Declares an emergency for immediate effect, citing necessity for stable funding to ensure continued safety, functionality, and reliability of the transportation system

Legislative Description

Authorizing bonds for transportation funding.

Last Action

Delivered to Governor.

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules3/9/2026
Transportation3/2/2026
Rules2/26/2026
Transportation1/20/2026

Full Bill Text

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