Bill > HB1823

This bill modifies several provisions related to the Transportation Improvement Board (TIB), a state agency responsible for funding transportation projects. The bill updates the board's composition, expanding the definition of "active transportation" to include walking, running, wheelchair use, bicycling, and using devices like scooters or skateboards. It clarifies funding certification requirements, stating that counties, cities, or transportation benefit districts must provide written certification of pledged local or private funding within one year of project approval or risk having funds reallocated. The bill also extends the authorization for issuing general obligation bonds for transportation projects, setting an expiration date of June 30, 2025, for any unissued bonds. Additionally, the bill repeals two existing statutes related to long-range arterial construction planning and bicycle routes, and includes an emergency clause allowing the act to take effect immediately. The changes aim to improve the board's flexibility, update terminology, and streamline transportation project funding processes.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1823&Year=2025&Initiative=false