HB 1090 - DIGEST

(SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB)

Declares an intent to promote the use of icons and pictograms that incorporate the use of commonly accepted symbols that can be understood and interpreted by a variety of people from all walks of life and different nations in order to assist them in the navigation of this state.

Authorizes these signs to be used on roadways and for other transportation-related facilities such as transit stations, airports, bus and train stations, and ferry terminals.

Declares an intent to have icons and pictograms in use as new systems are put into service to promote tourism and be in place by 2010 to assist international visitors coming to Washington during the Olympic Games in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.