FINAL BILL REPORT
HJM 4010
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Synopsis as Enacted
Brief Description: Requesting that state route number 99 be named the "William P. Stewart Memorial Highway."
Sponsors: Representatives Dunshee, Santos, Stanford, Wylie, S. Hunt, Tharinger, Ortiz-Self, Fitzgibbon, Sells, Ryu, Walkinshaw, Kagi, Peterson, Hudgins, Robinson and Bergquist.
House Committee on Transportation
Senate Committee on Transportation
Background:
The Washington State Transportation Commission (WSTC) is responsible for naming state transportation facilities, including highways and bridges. In order for the WSTC to consider a proposal, the requesting entity must provide sufficient evidence indicating community support and acceptance of the proposal. This evidence can include a letter of support from the state or federal legislator representing the area encompassing the facility to be renamed. Other evidence that can provide proof of community support includes a resolution passed by other elected bodies in the impacted area, Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) support, and supportive action from a local organization such as a chamber of commerce.
Upon passage of a joint memorial requesting the naming of a facility, the WSTC holds a public hearing prior to taking action. After the WSTC takes final action, the WSDOT designs and installs the appropriate signs.
Summary:
The WSTC is requested to commence proceedings to name State Route 99 the "William P. Stewart Memorial Highway."
Votes on Final Passage:
House | 97 | 0 | |
Senate | 48 | 0 | (Senate amended) |
House | 96 | 0 | (House concurred) |