The bill seeks to amend Washington State's motor vehicle and driver licensing laws to better align with federal definitions and streamline existing requirements. Key changes include clarifying the definitions of "revoke" and "suspend," updating odometer disclosure requirements for vehicles with high mileage, and raising the weight threshold for certain vehicles exempt from these disclosures. Additionally, the bill enhances the confidentiality of vehicle and vessel owner information, restricting the release of personal data unless specific conditions are met, and modifies the notification process for information disclosures. It also allows for electronic distribution of findings and remote hearing options in driver improvement procedures.

Moreover, the bill addresses the processes surrounding the suspension and revocation of driving licenses, ensuring that any decision to suspend or revoke a driving privilege is stayed during the appeal process, provided there are no moving violations. It clarifies that formal hearings will be conducted by department personnel rather than the director and updates the requirements for driving record checks for Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDLs) and Commercial Learner's Permits (CLPs). The bill also introduces new reporting requirements for traffic convictions of CDL or CLP holders, modifies the fee structure for obtaining certified driving record abstracts, and repeals outdated sections related to foreign organization license plates. Specific effective dates for various provisions are established, with some set to expire in 2031.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 46.12.635, 40.24.075, 46.12.665, 46.20.328, 46.20.329, 46.25.082, 46.29.050, 46.65.060, 46.65.065
Substitute Bill: 46.04.480, 46.04.580, 46.12.635, 40.24.075, 46.12.665, 46.20.285, 46.20.2892, 46.20.328, 46.20.329, 46.25.082, 46.29.050, 46.65.060, 46.65.065
Engrossed Substitute: 46.04.480, 46.04.580, 46.12.635, 40.24.075, 46.12.665, 46.20.285, 46.20.2892, 46.20.328, 46.20.329, 46.25.082, 46.29.050, 46.65.060, 46.65.065
Bill as Passed Legislature: 46.04.480, 46.04.580, 46.12.635, 40.24.075, 46.12.665, 46.20.285, 46.20.2892, 46.20.328, 46.20.329, 46.25.082, 46.29.050, 46.65.060, 46.65.065
Session Law: 46.04.480, 46.04.580, 46.12.635, 40.24.075, 46.12.665, 46.20.285, 46.20.2892, 46.20.328, 46.20.329, 46.25.082, 46.29.050, 46.65.060, 46.65.065