This bill establishes a comprehensive capital budget for the state of Washington, appropriating funds for various projects from the effective date until June 30, 2027. It includes significant allocations for community infrastructure, early learning facilities, clean energy initiatives, and behavioral health services, with a total funding amount of approximately $2.5 billion. Key projects funded include the Puget Sound Regional Archives HVAC, preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and various library improvements. The bill emphasizes leveraging private and public match funds, particularly for early learning projects, and sets conditions for the use of appropriated funds, including requirements for nonstate funding commitments before expenditures can occur.

Additionally, the bill introduces new sections that outline specific appropriations for various departments, including the Department of Commerce and the Department of Ecology, while also amending existing laws and repealing certain sections from previous legislation. Notable provisions include funding for affordable housing initiatives, community electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and environmental cleanup efforts. The bill also mandates the establishment of grant programs and outlines criteria for project applications, ensuring that funds are allocated effectively to address pressing community needs and enhance public services across the state. Overall, the legislation aims to improve infrastructure, support underserved communities, and promote sustainability through targeted investments.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 70A.65.300, 79.22.060, 28B.20.725, 28B.15.210, 28B.15.310, 28B.30.750, 28B.35.370, 28B.50.360, 39.35D.030, 43.07.410, 43.88D.010
Substitute Bill: 79A.25.210, 28A.525.159, 28B.20.725, 28B.15.210, 28B.15.310, 28B.30.750, 28B.35.370, 28B.50.360, 39.35D.030, 43.19.125, 43.63A.125, 43.63A.750, 43.88.030, 43.88D.010, 43.99N.060, 43.330.400, 70A.305.190, 79.24.720
Bill as Passed Legislature: 70A.65.300, 28B.20.725, 28B.15.210, 28B.15.310, 28B.30.750, 28B.35.370, 28B.50.360, 39.35D.030, 43.19.125, 43.88D.010, 43.88.030, 43.155.070, 43.330.400, 77.12.037, 77.12.210, 77.12.220, 79.70.100, 79.71.060, 28A.525.159, 79.24.720, 43.31.574, 43.63A.750, 43.99N.060, 70A.305.190
Session Law: 70A.65.300, 28B.20.725, 28B.15.210, 28B.15.310, 28B.30.750, 28B.35.370, 28B.50.360, 39.35D.030, 43.19.125, 43.88D.010, 43.88.030, 43.155.070, 43.330.400, 77.12.037, 77.12.210, 77.12.220, 79.70.100, 79.71.060, 28A.525.159, 79.24.720, 43.31.574, 43.63A.750, 43.99N.060, 70A.305.190