The bill establishes an omnibus transportation budget for Washington State, appropriating funds from various accounts to support employee compensation, capital projects, and other specified purposes through June 30, 2027. It commits to maintaining funding levels as outlined in the LEAP Transportation Document NL-2025-A through fiscal year 2031. Key appropriations include $1,186,000 for the State Parks and Recreation Commission, $3,700,000 for the Washington Traffic Safety Commission, and $83,700,000 for the Department of Transportation's highway maintenance program. The legislation emphasizes transparency and accountability by requiring annual reports on the progress of funded projects, aiming to enhance transportation infrastructure and safety across the state.

Additionally, the bill allocates significant funding from the Move Ahead WA account for various transportation initiatives, including $1.5 million for a corridor vision plan for state route number 164, $10 million for intercity bus expansion for the 2026 World Cup, and $2.6 million for winter service enhancements in the San Juan Islands. It introduces new appropriations for the Transportation Improvement Board and the County Road Administration Board, each receiving $20 million for grants. The bill amends existing laws regarding the capital vessel replacement account, specifying that revenues must be used for ferry vessel construction or purchase, prioritizing vessels with a capacity of at least 144 cars. It also allows for fund transfers between accounts during the 2025-2027 fiscal biennium and includes provisions to ensure the act's enforceability even if parts are deemed invalid, taking effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 46.68.510, 43.43.386
Substitute Bill: 46.68.060, 47.60.322