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WA HB1993

WA HB1993
Authorizing military surplus vehicles to operate on public highways.


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Introduced
02/11/2019
In Committee
02/11/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/12/2020

Introduced Session

2019-2020 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT Relating to authorizing military surplus vehicles to1operate on public highways; amending RCW 46.04.123, 46.04.126,246.18.220, and 46.37.010; adding a new section to chapter 46.04 RCW;3adding a new section to chapter 46.12 RCW; creating a new section;4prescribing penalties; and providing an effective date.5

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the operation of military surplus vehicles, which are vehicles originally manufactured for the U.S. armed forces, on public highways in limited circumstances such as parades, veterans' events, and car club activities. It adds military surplus vehicles to the definition of "collectible vehicle" and "collector vehicle," allowing them to be registered for special collector vehicle license plates. The bill also requires military surplus vehicle owners to certify that the vehicle will be maintained for occasional use and have the necessary safety equipment in good working order. The bill takes effect on January 1, 2020.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status. (on 01/13/2020)

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