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This bill is a comprehensive transportation funding and appropriations act for Washington state's 2025-2027 fiscal biennium. It provides funding across multiple transportation-related agencies and programs, with a total appropriation of over $1.4 billion primarily from the Move Ahead WA Account and Move Ahead WA Flexible Account. Key provisions include $975.9 million for transportation improvements, $300 million for highway preservation, and $40 million each for Washington State Ferries construction and public transportation. The bill also includes specific allocations for various strategic initiatives, such as $10 million for Interstate 5 planning, $7.3 million for a University of Washington sidewalk inventory project, and $3.6 million for a state trooper recruitment program. Additionally, the bill authorizes transfers between different transportation-related accounts, modifies existing laws to allow legislative flexibility in fund transfers, and includes provisions for tribal consultation on transportation projects. The bill is designated as an emergency measure, taking effect immediately to support ongoing transportation infrastructure and safety improvements in Washington state.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5160&Year=2025&Initiative=false