HB 2734.E - DIGEST

(AS OF HOUSE 2ND READING 2/13/98)

     Authorizes the department to proceed with the acquisition, procurement, and construction of a maximum of four passenger-only vessels that respond to the service demands of state ferry service on the Southworth to Seattle and Kingston to Seattle ferry routes, including the terminal and docking facilities necessary to accommodate such service.  The acquisition, procurement, and construction of vessels and terminals authorized herein shall be undertaken in accordance with the authority provided in RCW 47.56.030.

     Authorizes the procurement of a Jumbo Class Mark II ferry.

     Provides that the act shall be null and void if appropriations are not approved.