The bill amends RCW 82.80.140 to increase the maximum weight limit for vehicles subject to transportation benefit district vehicle fees from 6,000 pounds to 10,000 pounds. It also maintains the maximum annual vehicle fee at $100 per vehicle, while allowing districts to impose additional fees based on specific conditions. For instance, a district can charge up to $20 initially, $40 if a $20 fee has been in place for at least 24 months, and $50 if a $40 fee has been in place for the same duration and certain requirements are met. The bill also specifies that if a district's fees combined with those from another district exceed $50, a credit must be provided to ensure the total does not surpass this limit.

Additionally, the bill outlines the distribution of fee revenues for countywide districts, requiring an interlocal agreement approved by the district and a majority of cities representing a significant portion of the population. It also clarifies that the Department of Licensing will administer and collect these fees, deducting a small percentage for administrative costs. The bill specifies that no fees will be collected until six months after approval and lists several vehicle types that are exempt from the fee, including campers, farm vehicles, and off-road vehicles.

Statutes affected:
Original bill: 82.80.140