SB 5605 - DIGEST

Directs the department to issue annually, at the time of vehicle registration or renewal, optional permits in the form of a decal, label, or other identifier that will entitle the operator of the vehicle to use special lanes as specified in RCW 46.61.165 and 47.52.025, regardless of the number of occupants.

Provides that the optional permit will be issued upon payment of a fee of five hundred dollars, to be deposited in the motor vehicle account.

Requires the applicant to pay to the director, county auditor, or other agent a fee of five dollars for each authorized single-occupant vehicle permit application in addition to any other fees required by law.