The bill focuses on transportation funding and appropriations for the state of Washington for the 2025-2027 fiscal biennium, allocating significant resources to various state agencies and initiatives aimed at enhancing transportation infrastructure, environmental sustainability, and public safety. It introduces new sections detailing appropriations for departments such as the Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation, the Utilities and Transportation Commission, and the Department of Ecology, with specific funding amounts and conditions for use. Notable allocations include $3,025,000 for the Office of Minority and Women's Business Enterprises to support certified women and minority-owned contractors in transportation, and $12,000,000 for zero-emission electric vehicle supply equipment infrastructure. The bill emphasizes the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in transportation projects and mandates reporting on the effectiveness of funded programs.

Additionally, the bill establishes a Carbon Emissions Reduction Account with an appropriation of $3,309,000, funding for the Washington State Patrol totaling approximately $773.9 million, and various initiatives aimed at improving transportation safety and efficiency. It includes provisions for a pilot program for high occupancy vehicle lane access for nonemergency medical transportation vehicles, funding for youth bicycle education programs, and a rebate program for e-bike purchases. The bill also outlines adjustments to existing appropriations, such as reductions in certain accounts while increasing others, and emphasizes the need for collaboration among agencies and regular reporting on project progress. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance transportation infrastructure while promoting environmental sustainability and addressing public safety concerns.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 43.19.642, 46.20.745, 46.20.385, 46.68.063, 46.68.290, 46.68.300, 46.68.370, 46.68.395, 46.68.490, 46.68.500, 46.68.510, 47.56.876, 47.60.315, 47.60.322, 47.60.530, 47.66.120, 47.68.090, 70A.65.240, 46.68.520, 46.68.280, 82.21.030
Substitute Bill: 14.40.020, 43.19.642, 46.20.745, 46.20.385, 46.68.063, 46.68.290, 46.68.300, 46.68.320, 46.68.370, 46.68.395, 46.68.490, 46.68.500, 46.68.510, 47.56.876, 47.60.315, 47.60.322, 47.60.530, 47.66.120, 46.68.280, 82.44.200, 82.70.020, 82.70.040, 82.70.900, 47.04.390