Bill > HB1212

This bill aims to make outdoor recreation more affordable and accessible for all Washingtonians. The key provisions of the bill are: 1. It eliminates the "Discover Pass" and daily permit fees that were previously required to access state outdoor recreation areas, finding that these fees impeded the goal of encouraging and making outdoor recreation affordable for all. 2. It fully funds state parks and outdoor recreation as a benefit to be widely shared by all, regardless of financial circumstances. 3. It repeals the laws and provisions related to the Discover Pass, day-use permit, and other recreational access passes, effectively making access to state outdoor areas free for the public. The overall intent of the bill is to remove financial barriers and encourage greater participation in outdoor recreation, which the legislature finds has long-lasting benefits for public health, environmental stewardship, and community-building in Washington state.