FINAL BILL REPORT

2ESB 5995

This analysis was prepared by non-partisan legislative staff for the use of legislative members in their deliberations. This analysis is not a part of the legislation nor does it constitute a statement of legislative intent.

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Synopsis as Enacted

Brief Description: Modifying the transportation system policy goal of mobility.

Sponsors: Senators King, Hobbs, Fain, Liias, Litzow, Braun, Schoesler, Parlette, Dammeier, Warnick, Sheldon, O'Ban, Becker, Brown and Bailey.

Senate Committee on Transportation

House Committee on Transportation

Background: Current state law includes the following six transportation policy goals: (1) economic vitality, (2) preservation, (3) safety, (4) mobility, (5) environment, and (6) stewardship. The goals are intended by the Legislature to serve as the basis for the planning, operation, performance of, and investment in, the state's transportation system. The goals are also intended to be the basis for establishing detailed and measurable objectives and related performance measures. Additionally, state transportation agencies must perform their duties in a manner consistent with the policy goals.

Summary: The transportation policy goal of mobility is amended to include improving congestion relief and freight mobility.

Votes on Final Passage:

Senate

49

0

Third Special Session

Senate

45

0

House

98

0

Effective:

July 6, 2015