SHB 1989 — Concerning a graffiti abatement and reduction pilot program.

What this bill does

Requires the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) to establish a Graffiti Abatement and Reduction Program. Authorizes the WSDOT to use WSDOT-owned cameras, except those in use for tolling and work safety zone enforcement, to identify individuals who damage property with graffiti. Directs the WSDOT to coordinate with other entities to pursue legal action against individuals who exhibit a pattern of damaging the WSDOT's and others' property with graffiti. Directs the WSDOT, subject to

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Floor votes

• House — 3rd Reading & Final Passage · February 10, 2024
  96 yea · 1 nay · 1 not voting
• Senate — 3rd Reading & Final Passage · February 28, 2024
  38 yea · 11 nay

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