Washington SB5864 establishes an online system for verifying motor vehicle insurance and updates related penalties and procedures.

SB5864 mandates the Washington Department of Licensing to create an online system for verifying motor vehicle insurance. This system must be accessible to authorized personnel and interfaced with state data systems. Insurers must respond to verification requests within a specified timeframe and maintain historical data for six months. The bill also updates penalties for traffic infractions, including a $5 fee per infraction that cannot be reduced or waived. It requires the Department of Licensing to report on the system's costs and effectiveness by April 1, 2028.

Washington SB5864 establishes an online system for verifying motor vehicle insurance and updates related penalties and procedures.

SB5864 mandates the Washington Department of Licensing to create an online system for verifying motor vehicle insurance. This system must be accessible to authorized personnel and interfaced with state data systems. Insurers must respond to verification requests within a specified timeframe and maintain historical data for six months. The bill also updates penalties for traffic infractions, including a $5 fee per infraction that cannot be reduced or waived. It requires the Department of Licensing to report on the system's costs and effectiveness by April 1, 2028.