ESSB 5390: Concerning the discover pass and distributions. (REVISED FOR ENGROSSED: Concerning access to recreation sites or lands.)

What this bill does

Increases the cost of a Discover Pass from $30 to $45. Increases the threshold at which biennial Discover Pass and Day-Use Permit revenue is distributed evenly amongst the State Parks and Recreation Commission, Department of Fish and Wildlife, and Department of Natural Resources. Makes other changes related to accessing state recreational lands.

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Floor votes

• House: 1071 Couture Pg 2 Ln 28 · April 22, 2025
  43 yea · 54 nay · 1 not voting
• House: 1090 Engell Pg 7 Ln 2 · April 22, 2025
  47 yea · 51 nay
• House: Final Passage as Amended by the House · April 22, 2025
  52 yea · 46 nay
• Senate: Final Passage as Amended by the House · April 24, 2025
  27 yea · 21 nay
• Senate: 3rd Reading & Final Passage · March 11, 2025
  29 yea · 20 nay

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