Bill > HB1041

This bill aims to protect consumers' freedom to choose replacement tires by preventing state and local government agencies from restricting tire sales or use based on energy efficiency or rolling resistance ratings. The legislation emphasizes that any person may manufacture, sell, or use passenger vehicle tires that comply with federal motor vehicle safety standards (49 U.S.C.), and explicitly prohibits state agencies from creating rules that would ban tires based on their environmental performance. The bill's underlying rationale is safety-focused, recognizing Washington's goal of zero injuries and deaths on roadways and acknowledging that replacement tires with increased tread and durability can help provide safer driving conditions, especially in challenging weather environments like wet or icy conditions. Specifically, the bill modifies existing law to prevent the Department of Ecology from adopting restrictions on tire manufacturing, sale, or use, even if such restrictions are present in California regulations, and ensures that greenhouse gas reduction strategies cannot be used as a basis for limiting tire choices. The legislation ultimately seeks to preserve consumer choice while maintaining compliance with federal safety standards.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1041&Year=2025&Initiative=false