SB 5895 - DIGEST

     Provides that ports in the central Puget Sound shall participate on a pro rata basis in the mitigation of impacts to local communities caused by the increased use of surface transportation facilities as a result of increases in containerized cargo shipping through port facilities.

     Provides that rates, fares, and charges for the use of any commuter passenger rail operation shall include an additional fee of five dollars per ticket sold.  The money collected shall be deposited into the rail impact mitigation account.

     Creates the rail impact mitigation account.

     Provides that moneys in the account may be appropriated by the legislature for capital construction purposes designed to mitigate the disruption to communities caused by the increased use or refurbishment and expansion of rail facilities in this state.

     Repeals RCW 84.36.105.