Policy
Legislative Agenda
Transportation Choices Coalition’s 2025 Legislative Agenda is all about defending progressive transportation funding, increasing safety on our state’s most dangerous roads, and improving access to transportation for all Washingtonians. Check out our legislative agenda here and read more about Washington’s legislative process below.
The Washington State Legislature meets every year, starting on the second Monday of January, to create and pass laws. The Legislature has two bodies of government: the House (98 members, elected for two-year terms) and the Senate (49 members, elected for four-year terms). Find out more about Washington State’s legislative process here.
2025 Bill Tracker
Last updated 4/17/2025
Status
Position
Bill
Description
Necessary to Implement the Budget
Support
HB 1043
Extending the commute trip reduction tax credit. This would help more businesses participate. LEARN MORE
House Rules / In Conference
Support
HB 1227 / SB 5161
Making transportation appropriations for the 2025-2027 fiscal biennium. We’re advocating for more funding for transit, walking, and biking, among other priorities. LEARN MORE
Passed – to Governor for signature
Support
SB 5501
Concerning employer requirements for driving. This would help ensure nondrivers are not unfairly barred from job opportunities. LEARN MORE
Passed – to Governor for signature
Support
HB 1418
Adding two voting members that are transit users to the governing body of public transportation benefit areas. This would allow transit agency boards to voluntarily add riders as voting members. LEARN MORE
Passed – to Governor for signature
Support
HB 1491
Promoting transit-oriented housing development. This would require cities to allow more density near light rail and bus rapid transit stops. LEARN MORE
Passed – to Governor for signature
Support
SB 5184
Concerning minimum parking requirements. This would limit parking minimums as a requirement for development. LEARN MORE
Passed – to Governor for signature
Support
SB 5595
Establishing shared streets. This would legalize a type of street where cars are allowed, but pedestrians are the priority, and the speed limit is 10 mph. LEARN MORE
Hearing in House Transportation Committee on April 22nd
Oppose
SB 5801
Concerning transportation resources. This proposes new revenue sources to fund the transportation budget. It includes many that we support, but also includes a surcharge on e-bikes and new fees on buses. LEARN MORE
DEAD
Oppose
HB 1324
Funding the state transportation system using Climate Commitment Act revenues. This would divert CCA funds for highway purposes. LEARN MORE
DEAD
Oppose
HB 1405
Reducing the requirements of complete streets obligations for transportation projects. This would hurt efforts to make streets safer for people walking, biking, and taking transit. LEARN MORE
DEAD
Support
HB 1921 / SB 5726
Establishing new sources of transportation revenue based on motor vehicle use of public roadways. This would create a Road Usage Charge to fund the preservation and maintenance of Washington’s roadways. LEARN MORE
DEAD
Support
SB 5067
Concerning impaired driving. This would lower the legal blood alcohol concentration limit for impaired driving from .08 to .05. LEARN MORE
DEAD
Support
SB 5374
Including tribal representation in certain transportation activities. This would require better coordination between transportation planning bodies and tribal governments and better tribal representation in state traffic safety efforts. LEARN MORE
DEAD
Support
SB 5581
Implementing safe system approach strategies for active transportation infrastructure. This would help prioritize active transportation in WSDOT construction projects and programs by integrating shared-use paths, trails, roundabouts and Complete Streets principles. LEARN MORE
Policy Programs
Good policy goes beyond bills, laws, and technical discussions. Our work is focused on helping cities, counties, and Washington State develop holistic transportation solutions that create connected communities and a healthy planet. We believe that engaging with the people most affected is at the center of strong and sustainable policy creation
We are working to improve reliable and affordable access to transportation that connects our communities to jobs, education, health care, and each other. When our transportation system works for everyone, we all thrive. Here’s a look at our policy work:
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Access + Affordability
Growing economic inequality is widening the gaps in access to mobility. Research is clear that reliable transportation is a key determinant of whether communities can thrive and realize their full potential. Great transit service is an essential transportation option and ensuring access.
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New Technology + Innovation
Growth has accelerated demand for mobility and affordable housing options, a challenge that must be met if we want to remain prosperous, inclusive, and competitive. Technology presents an opportunity to create a more equitable system, with improved access for all — but only if we keep equity at the heart of policy development and focus on access, affordability, and sustainability.
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Health + Sustainability
The car-dominant paradigm of the past fifty years has left our communities less connected, increasing emissions that are harming the planet, and resulting in adverse health outcomes, particularly for communities of color and low-income communities. Great transit service can provide more opportunities for physical activity, reduce stressful commutes, and help strengthen social networks.
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Plans + Projects
Recently passed ballot measures – including ST2, ST3, and Move Seattle – provide an unprecedented opportunity to expand the Puget Sound region’s high capacity transit system. We have a crucial role to play helping transit agency partners be successful. We work to ensure that these policies and voter-approved transit expansions are effectively implemented to support access and foster equitable, healthy communities connected by great transit.
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