Washington State Transportation Commission

News

• WSTC to hear I-5 bridge, tolling technology and airport study updates
• WSTC to discuss a pay-per-mile proposal and traffic safety challenges in our state
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Pending Actions

• Route Jurisdiction Transfer Request from the City of Snoqualmie

Recent Actions

• Tacoma Narrows Bridge (TNB) Toll Rate Reduction:
  • The Commission held a hearing on August 23^rd and voted to reduce toll rates on the Tacoma Narrows Bridge.
  • This toll rate reduction took effect on October 1, 2022.

• Ferry Fares – 18 and Under Ride Free:
  • Based upon legislative direction, the Commission took action to allow passengers who are 18 years of age or younger, to ride for free on all Washington State Ferries routes.
  • This fare change was implemented on October 1, 2022.

• Ferry Fuel Surcharge Modification:
  • The Commission took action on emergency rule making at its meeting on June 22^nd to amend the current administrative rule authorizing a ferry fuel surcharge to be paid by ferry riders if certain conditions are met.
  • The amendment to the rule will require the Commission to review and approve a ferry fuel surcharge before it can be implemented by Washington State Ferries.
  • With the emergency rule now in place, the next step is to make the changes permanent via a full rule making process. This will take place sometime within the next year at which time, public review and comment will be gathered.

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