The bill amends RCW 9.91.025 to expand the definition of unlawful transit conduct to include actions that occur on Washington state ferries. It outlines various behaviors that constitute unlawful conduct while on or in a transit vehicle or at a transit station, such as smoking in unauthorized areas, littering, obstructing transit flow, and engaging in unruly behavior. The bill specifies that violations of these regulations will be classified as misdemeanors.
Key insertions in the bill include the addition of "the Washington state ferries" to the definition of "transit authority," thereby extending the scope of the law to cover unlawful conduct on ferries. This change aims to enhance public safety and maintain order on all forms of public transportation within the state. The bill does not include any deletions from the current law.
Statutes affected: Original Bill: 9.91.025