The bill establishes a framework for local authorities in Washington State to designate nonarterial highways as "shared streets," where pedestrians, bicyclists, and operators of micromobility devices can share the roadway. Local authorities must develop procedures for this designation, and state highways can only be designated as shared streets if they are the primary roads through a central business district. The bill mandates that vehicular traffic must yield to pedestrians and non-motorized users on shared streets, and it requires local authorities to post annual reports on traffic accidents and violations occurring on these streets.

Additionally, the bill amends several existing laws to clarify that certain traffic rules do not apply on shared streets. Specifically, it allows local authorities to set a maximum speed limit of 10 miles per hour on shared streets and exempts shared streets from various pedestrian and bicyclist regulations that apply elsewhere. The amendments also include definitions for "micromobility device" and "shared street," ensuring that the new regulations are clearly understood and implemented.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 46.61.250, 46.61.415, 46.61.110, 46.61.240, 46.61.770
Engrossed Bill: 46.61.250, 46.61.415, 46.61.110, 46.61.240, 46.61.770
Bill as Passed Legislature: 46.61.250, 46.61.415, 46.61.110, 46.61.240, 46.61.770
Session Law: 46.61.250, 46.61.415, 46.61.110, 46.61.240, 46.61.770