OLYMPIA – The Senate just passed SB 5974— Move Ahead Washington, which would allocate $16.8 billion over 16 years to prioritize the transportation sector of our state with unprecedented investments and reduce our carbon footprint.

“A huge investment I am thrilled about, is a new policy to allow kids to ride free on all public transportation,” said Sen. Claire Wilson (D-Federal Way). “That means kids ride free on all buses, ferries, and trains statewide. This policy will cut costs for many families by ensuring their kids have free, safe and reliable public transit to and from school.”

In addition, this bill will pay for many investments unique to the 30th Legislative District which include: