1094-S AMS HOLJ BACK 038

ESHB 1094 - S AMD to (AMS TRAN s3116.2) 311

   By    Senator Holmquist

NOT ADOPTED 3/31/2007

   On page 37, after line 36, insert the following: (16) The department shall contract for an independent study conducted by a recognized expert in the field to determine if cable barriers are appropriate for use on Washington highways. The department shall not construct or install any cable barriers until this study is reviewed, approved, and, if necessary, implemented by the legislature."

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EFFECT: Requires the Washington State Department of Transportation to contract for an independent study of appropriate use of cable barriers in Washington. Prevents the department from constructing cable barriers until the legislature reviews, approves, and implements the study.