SB 5646 - DIGEST

(AS OF SENATE 2ND READING 3/13/03)

Finds that current statutes impose barriers to entities other than the state operating passenger-only ferries.

Declares an intent to lift those barriers to allow entities other than the state to provide passenger-only ferry service.

Directs the department of transportation to make its terminal, dock, and pier space available to operators of passenger-only ferries if the space can be made available without limiting the operation of car ferries operated by the department. The department may not charge any lease, rent, or fee in excess of fair market value.