Bill > HB2118

This bill provides additive transportation funding and appropriations for various state agencies and programs in Washington. Key provisions include: - Creating a new "Move Ahead WA Flexible Account" and "Climate Transit Programs Account" to fund transportation projects and activities, such as supporting driver's license services for foster youth, sustainable aviation research and infrastructure, highway maintenance and preservation, traffic operations, public transportation programs, ferry construction, and local road projects. - Directing the Transportation Commission to review and adjust tolls on the I-405 and SR 167 corridor to increase revenue for future debt payments and corridor improvements. - Appropriating funds from the new accounts for specific projects and activities as detailed in legislative documents, with requirements for the Department of Transportation and other agencies to report on the selected projects. - Transferring funds from the "Move Ahead WA Account" to the Puget Sound Ferry Operations Account to account for the implementation of fare-free policies for youth 18 and under. The bill also includes standard language regarding appropriations, lapsing of funds, and declaring an emergency for immediate effect.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2118&Year=2021&Initiative=false