Washington State
House of Representatives
Office of Program Research
BILL
ANALYSIS
Transportation Committee
SB 6084
Brief Description: Providing collector vehicles the ability to tow trailers.
Sponsors: Senators Wagoner and Lovick.
Brief Summary of Bill
  • Specifies that a collector vehicle that is a motor vehicle is authorized to tow a trailer if the trailer is being used for participation in club activities, exhibitions, tours, and parades.
Hearing Date: 2/14/24
Staff: Michael Hirsch (786-7195).
Background:

A collector vehicle is defined in statute as a motor vehicle or travel trailer that is at least 30 years old.  The owner may receive a collector vehicle license plate assigned by the Department of Licensing, or the owner can provide an actual state-issued Washington license plate designated for general use in the year the vehicle was manufactured. 

 

A collector vehicle may only be used for participation in club activities, exhibitions, tours, parades, and occasional driving.  The collector vehicle registration is $35, and the plates:

  • are valid for the life of the vehicle;
  • are not required to be renewed; and
  • must be displayed on the rear of the motor vehicle or travel trailer.
Summary of Bill:

A collector vehicle that is a motor vehicle is authorized to tow a trailer if the trailer is being used for participation in club activities, exhibitions, tours, and parades.
Appropriation: None.
Fiscal Note: Available.
Effective Date: The bill takes effect 90 days after adjournment of the session in which the bill is passed.