Washington State
House of Representatives
Office of Program Research
BILL
ANALYSIS
Transportation Committee
HB 2139
Brief Description: Concerning snowmobile registration fees.
Sponsors: Representatives Bronoske, Hall, Parshley, Doglio, Waters, Barkis, Zahn, Wylie, Reeves and Donaghy; by request of Parks and Recreation Commission.
Brief Summary of Bill
  • Increases registration fees for snowmobiles.
Hearing Date: 1/22/26
Staff: Lily Smith (786-7175).
Background:

Snowmobiles operating in the state generally must be registered with the Department of Licensing and display a snowmobile decal, or have a nonresident temporary permit.

 

The initial and annual registration fee for a snowmobile is $50.  The initial and annual registration fee for a vintage snowmobile, which is a snowmobile manufactured at least 30 years ago, is $12.

 

These fees are deposited in the Snowmobile Account and used for snowmobile-related programs and activities.
Summary of Bill:

Beginning September 30, 2025, registration fees are increased from $50 to $75 for snowmobiles, and from $12 to $18 for vintage snowmobiles.
Appropriation: None.
Fiscal Note: Available.
Effective Date: The bill takes effect 90 days after adjournment of the session in which the bill is passed.