The bill establishes a vessel bridge collision work group in Washington State, tasked with reviewing the impact resistance of state bridges that may be at risk of collisions with large commercial vessels. The work group will consist of representatives from various state and federal agencies, including the Washington State Department of Transportation, the Oregon Department of Transportation, and the U.S. Coast Guard, among others. Their primary objective is to develop recommendations aimed at reducing the frequency of such collisions and mitigating their impacts, with a report due to the transportation committees of the legislature by July 1, 2026.

Additionally, the bill outlines that nonlegislative members of the work group will not be reimbursed for travel expenses if they are elected officials or representing an employer or organization. The Washington State Department of Transportation and the Washington Emergency Management Division will provide staff support for the work group, and consultants may be hired as needed. The definition of "large commercial vessels" is specified, and the section establishing the work group is set to expire on December 31, 2026.