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 with vehicular traffic. It outlines that vehicular traffic must yield to pedestrians, bicyclists, and micromobility device users, while the latter must yield to pedestrians. The bill defines "shared street" and "micromobility device," and includes provisions for local authorities to set speed limits on these shared streets, allowing a maximum speed limit of 10 miles per hour.

Additionally, the bill amends several existing laws to clarify that certain pedestrian and bicyclist regulations do not apply on shared streets. Specifically, it states that pedestrians and personal delivery devices are not subject to the usual crossing rules, and bicyclists are not required to adhere to specific lane usage rules when on shared streets. These changes aim to enhance safety and accessibility for all users of the roadway in designated shared street areas.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 46.61.250, 46.61.415, 46.61.110, 46.61.240, 46.61.770