What’s on the agenda for Washington’s 2026 legislative session

With a looming $1.6 billion to $2.3 billion budget shortfall hanging over the Washington state legislature, House and Senate leaders and Governor Bob Ferguson presented differing proposals to address the issue. Three panels of House and Senate leaders discussed the state’s transportation budget and general fund, while Ferguson renewed his support for a “millionaire tax.” […]
2025 Transportation Recap: New Major Infrastructure Advances in Snohomish County

In 2025, Snohomish County and surrounding areas saw significant strides in transportation infrastructure amid ongoing funding challenges. Below are some of the highlights of 2025 regarding major transportation stories. Port of Everett’s New Marina Fuel Dock Now Open The Port of Everett’s new 500-foot Marina Fuel Dock, costing $8.1 million, is now open after replacing […]
TIB awards $152 million in grants, Rep Fey shares a sobering assessment of transportation finances

EVERETT—At its November 21 meeting, the Washington State Transportation Improvement Board awarded 160 street and multi-modal improvement grants to local agencies totaling over $152 million. TIB received 330 applications from cities and counties, with requests for more than $335 million in funding. Rep. Jake Fey (D-Tacoma), Chair of the House Transportation Committee, attended Friday’s meeting […]
Target Zero, Washington state continues its effort to reduce fatal car crashes

Motor collisions and fatalities on Washington roads continue to rise leading legislation to continue its effort to make roads safer. One of these strategies is Target Zero, which is an agenda that aims toward zero deaths and serious injury on Washington roadways by 2030. Target Zero ‘is built on the belief that not one death […]