SB5581

Implementing safe system approach strategies for active transportation infrastructure.

Chamber Passed·3/12/25

Washington SB5581 implements safe system approach strategies for active transportation infrastructure.

Washington SB5581 amends state transportation laws to incorporate safe system approach strategies for active transportation infrastructure. The bill mandates that state transportation projects identify locations lacking complete and accessible sidewalks or shared-use paths, and requires the acquisition of right-of-way for future construction of these facilities. It also establishes the Sandy Williams Connecting Communities Program to improve active transportation connectivity in communities.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 16–1 · Mar 12, 2025
Current
Rules Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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4
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

16 Yea

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1 Nay

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9 Not Voting

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Calendar

Mar 2

1:00 PM

House Committee on Transportation Executive Session

Feb 18

4:00 PM

House Committee on Transportation Public Hearing

History

Mar 12

Senate

By resolution, returned to Senate Rules Committee for third reading.

Mar 4

House

Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading.

Mar 2

House

Executive action taken in the House Committee on Transportation at 1:00 PM.