The bill amends RCW 47.66.120 to modify the match funding requirements for the green transportation capital grant program. It establishes a framework for the program aimed at assisting transit authorities in funding projects that reduce the carbon intensity of Washington's transportation system. The bill outlines the types of projects eligible for funding, such as electrification of vehicle fleets and construction of charging stations, and mandates the department's public transportation division to submit a prioritized list of projects to the legislature every two years. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of addressing environmental harms and benefits for overburdened communities during the grant selection process.

One significant change in the bill is the alteration of the matching funding requirement for transit authorities. Previously, authorities were required to provide matching funding equal to at least 20 percent of the total project cost; this requirement has been replaced with a provision that allows the department to determine the appropriate level of matching funding. The bill also establishes an advisory committee to assist in project identification and mandates annual reporting to the legislature on the status of funded projects.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 47.66.120
Bill as Passed Legislature: 47.66.120
Session Law: 47.66.120