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SB 5160

Making supplemental transportation appropriations for the 2023-2025 fiscal biennium.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Curtis King and 2 co-sponsors

Washington supplemental transportation appropriations bill allocates additional mid-biennium funding for state roads, transit, and infrastructure projects during 2023-2025.

Passed to Rules Committee for second reading.
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Bill Summary · SB 5160

Legislative bill overview

SB 5160 allocates supplemental transportation funding for Washington State during the 2023-2025 fiscal biennium. The bill passed out of the Senate Transportation Committee with a substitute version, though it faced minority opposition. It is currently advancing through the legislative process for further consideration.

Why is this important

Supplemental appropriations bills distribute additional funding beyond what was originally budgeted, allowing the state to address transportation priorities that emerged after the initial budget was set. This affects roads, transit, and infrastructure projects that impact commuters and economic activity across Washington.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding allocation priorities: The minority's opposition suggests disagreement over which transportation projects or regions receive supplemental funding
  • Fiscal constraints: Adding spending mid-biennium may compete with other state priorities or raise concerns about budget sustainability
  • Substitute bill changes: The majority's decision to use a 1st substitute version indicates the original bill was revised, potentially altering funding amounts or project eligibility in ways the minority disagreed with

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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