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 are prohibited while on or in a transit vehicle or at a transit station, such as smoking, 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," which broadens the scope of locations where unlawful transit conduct can be prosecuted. This change aims to enhance public safety and maintain order on ferries, similar to existing regulations for other transit systems. The bill was passed by both the Senate and House and received gubernatorial approval, indicating a legislative commitment to improving transit conduct regulations across the state.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 9.91.025
Bill as Passed Legislature: 9.91.025
Session Law: 9.91.025