OLYMPIA – The Senate on Tuesday passed SB 5974— Move Ahead Washington, which would allocate $17 billion over 16 years to prioritize the transportation sector of our state with robust, unprecedented investments with a clear mission to reduce our carbon footprint.
“We need to reimagine the power and possibility of our neighborhoods,” said Sen. Reuven Carlyle (D-Seattle). “We are going to invest in parks, access to schools, slowing down traffic, pedestrians, bikes and cafe outdoor seating, all in a way that is connected to equity, social justice and the quality of life for the people who live there.”
This bill will pay for many investments unique to the 36th Legislative District which include:
- $507.5 million for transit access distribution of King ...Read More