2832‑S AMH CHAN DOYL 1

SHB 2832 ‑ H AMD 246

By Representatives Chandler and K. Schmidt

     On page 1, line 16 after "viability of" insert "both conventional and intermodal"

     On page 3, line 11, strike all of subsection (5) and insert the following:

     "(5) Requiring the franchisee to provide, or make provisions for, adequate local rail service to shippers along the line.  The franchise agreement shall grant the state of Washington legal standing and the obligation to enforce the provisions for adequate local rail service;

     (6)  Requiring the franchisee, upon reasonable request of any other rail operator, to provide rail service and interchange freight over what is commonly known as the Stampede Pass rail line from Cle Elum to Auburn at commercially reasonable rates.

     (7)  If any part of the franchise agreement is invalidated by actions or rulings of the federal surface transportation board or any court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining portions of the franchise agreement are not affected."