Jerry Cornfield / Washington State Standard
Washington to Offer First-Ever Toll Discount for Lower-Income Motorists
It will launch in December on stretches of two expressways in the Puget Sound region and could eventually be expanded.
Drivers with low incomes will soon be able to pay less to travel on two of Washington’s newest tolled roadways. After months of conversation, the Washington State Transportation Commission approved a new program last week offering a 50% discount on tolls on the state route 509 and 167 expressways in the Puget Sound region. People…
A Plate for Pickleball
The design celebrates the state’s official sport. Additional plates are on the way.
Washington served up a new license plate last week, honoring the state sport of pickleball. In the works for three years, it’s the second of seven specialty plates to hit the market since getting approved by lawmakers earlier this year. “We’re thrilled to see our efforts become reality,” says Kate Van Gent, vice president of…
Toll Talk: World Cup Could Bring Higher Tunnel Rates
Seattle may see temporary toll hikes on Highway 99 during next summer’s global event.
Driving through the Highway 99 tunnel in Seattle could be pricier during next summer’s FIFA World Cup. With traffic expected to surge when the city hosts several matches, the Washington State Transportation Commission may temporarily hike tolls for the two-mile tunnel to defray additional costs associated with the international sporting event. Earlier this week, commissioners…
All Aboard the Price Hike
Two rounds of fare hikes, a bigger summer surcharge, and new credit card fees are on the way for Washington State Ferries riders
A trip on a Washington state ferry will get more expensive this fall. The Washington State Transportation Commission recently approved fare hikes of 3% on Oct. 1 and another 3% on May 1, 2026. It’s also raising the summer season surcharge to 35% on all routes next year and, on a trial basis, extending the…
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