ESSB 6103 -
By Representative Curtis
FAILED 04/24/2005
On page 2, line 4, strike "July 1, 2005" and insert "January 1, 2006"
On page 2, line 28, strike "July 1, 2005" and insert "January 1, 2006"
On page 45, beginning on line 1, strike all of section 405 and insert the following:
"NEW SECTION. Sec. 405 (1) The secretary of state shall submit
this act to the people for their adoption and ratification, or
rejection, at the next general election to be held in this state, in
accordance with Article II, section 1 of the state Constitution and the
laws adopted to facilitate its operation.
(2) If the people ratify this act as specified under subsection (1)
of this section, revenues generated shall be spent as detailed in
Senate Bill No. 6091, as enacted by the legislature.
(3) Pursuant to RCW 29A.72.050, the statement of subject on the
ballot title shall read: "The legislature has passed Senate Bill No.
6103, financing transportation improvements through transportation
taxes and fees." The concise description on the ballot title shall
read: "This bill would improve highway capacity, bridges, public
transportation, and passenger and freight rail, through increased fuel
excise taxes, weight fees on passenger vehicles, fees on motor homes,
and vehicle and driver licensing fees."
NEW SECTION. Sec. 406 If this act is not ratified by the voters
by November 15, 2005, this act is null and void in its entirety.
NEW SECTION. Sec. 407 Section 405 of this act is necessary for
the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, or safety, or
support of the state government and its existing public institutions,
and takes effect immediately."
Renumber the remaining sections consecutively, correct any internal references accordingly, and correct the title.
EFFECT: Adds a referendum clause.