Washington SB6238 establishes requirements for oil tankers operating in restricted waters, including escort requirements and deadweight tonnage.

Washington SB6238 sets specific requirements for oil tankers operating in restricted waters. Oil tankers over 125,000 deadweight tons cannot proceed beyond a certain point unless authorized by the United States Coast Guard. Oil tankers between 40,000 and 125,000 deadweight tons must be escorted by tugs in certain areas. Smaller tankers, between 5,000 and 40,000 deadweight tons, must also be escorted by tugs in specific waters. The bill also outlines exceptions, such as for vessels providing bunkering or refueling services.

Washington SB6238 establishes requirements for oil tankers operating in restricted waters, including escort requirements and deadweight tonnage.

Washington SB6238 sets specific requirements for oil tankers operating in restricted waters. Oil tankers over 125,000 deadweight tons cannot proceed beyond a certain point unless authorized by the United States Coast Guard. Oil tankers between 40,000 and 125,000 deadweight tons must be escorted by tugs in certain areas. Smaller tankers, between 5,000 and 40,000 deadweight tons, must also be escorted by tugs in specific waters. The bill also outlines exceptions, such as for vessels providing bunkering or refueling services.