Washington HB2588 amends ferry district tax and operation regulations, including tax limits and distance restrictions.

Washington HB2588 modifies county ferry district operations and tax limits. It sets a maximum ad valorem tax rate of 75 cents per $1,000 of assessed value for ferry districts in counties with a population of 1.5 million or more. The bill also restricts ferry districts from operating within 10 statute miles of state-operated ferry crossings or toll bridges, unless a waiver is granted by the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission. The commission must consider the impact on transportation congestion, air quality, and the state ferry system when deciding on a waiver.

Washington HB2588 amends ferry district tax and operation regulations, including tax limits and distance restrictions.

Washington HB2588 modifies county ferry district operations and tax limits. It sets a maximum ad valorem tax rate of 75 cents per $1,000 of assessed value for ferry districts in counties with a population of 1.5 million or more. The bill also restricts ferry districts from operating within 10 statute miles of state-operated ferry crossings or toll bridges, unless a waiver is granted by the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission. The commission must consider the impact on transportation congestion, air quality, and the state ferry system when deciding on a waiver.