Department of Transportation
| Average Annual FTEs | Near General Fund State | Other Funds | Total Funds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (Dollars in Thousands) | ||||
| Current Budget | 7,633.6 | 0 | 11,243,744 | 11,243,744 |
| 2023-25 Maintenance Level | 7,633.6 | 0 | 10,911,249 | 10,911,249 |
| Difference from 2023-25 Original | 0.0 | 0 | (332,495) | (332,495) |
| % Change from 2023-25 Original | 0.0% | 0.0% | (3.0%) | (3.0%) |
2024 Policy Other Changes |
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| Capital Projects | 0.0 | 0 | (14,460) | (14,460) |
| Capital Projects | 0.0 | 0 | 182,321 | 182,321 |
| Capital Projects | 0.0 | 0 | (31,052) | (31,052) |
| Capital Projects | 0.0 | 0 | 476 | 476 |
| Capital Projects | 0.0 | 0 | (76,590) | (76,590) |
| Capital Projects | 0.0 | 0 | (166,958) | (166,958) |
| Capital Projects | 0.0 | 0 | (325,578) | (325,578) |
| TRAINS Upgrade | 0.0 | 0 | (6,791) | (6,791) |
| Vacancy Savings Restoration | 0.0 | 0 | 13,832 | 13,832 |
| 2024 Policy Other Changes Total | 0.0 | 0 | (424,800) | (424,800) |
| Total Policy Changes | 0.0 | 0 | (424,800) | (424,800) |
| 2024 Policy Level | 7,633.6 | 0 | 10,486,449 | 10,486,449 |
| Difference from 2023-25 Original | 0.0 | 0 | (757,295) | (757,295) |
| % Change from 2023-25 Original | 0.0% | 0.0% | (6.7%) | (6.7%) |
Policy Changes
Capital Projects
Funding is provided for projects to improve Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) facilities and bring them into compliance with clean buildings standards. (Connecting WA account - State, Move Ahead WA Account - State, Transportation Partnership Account - State, other funds)
Capital Projects
Funding is provided for capital projects that increase highway capacity, reduce congestion, increase mobility, and prevent collisions. (Connecting WA account - State, Move Ahead WA Account - State, Transportation Partnership Account - State, other funds)
Capital Projects
Funding is provided for projects that maintain the structural integrity of the existing highway system, including preservation or rehabilitation of roadway pavements, safety features, bridges, and other structures and facilities. (Connecting WA account - State, Move Ahead WA Account - State, Transportation Partnership Account - State, other funds)
Capital Projects
Funding is provided for Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) projects that improve commercial vehicle operations, traveler information, and safety and congestion relief. (Connecting WA account - State, Move Ahead WA Account - State, Transportation Partnership Account - State, other funds)
Capital Projects
Adjustments are made to the appropriation authority for the Washington State Department of Transportation's (WSDOT) capital programs based on updates to the timing and cost of projects currently authorized by the Legislature. (Connecting WA account - State, Move Ahead WA Account - State, Transportation Partnership Account - State, other funds)
Capital Projects
Funding is provided for capital improvements to support intercity passenger rail and freight rail service, projects to reduce carbon emissions related to port activities, and truck parking improvements. (Connecting WA account - State, Move Ahead WA Account - State, Transportation Partnership Account - State, other funds)
Capital Projects
Adjustments are made to the appropriation authority for the WSDOT’s capital programs based on updates to the timing and cost of projects currently authorized by the Legislature. (Connecting WA account - State, Move Ahead WA Account - State, Transportation Partnership Account - State, other funds)
TRAINS Upgrade
Funding is adjusted between the 2023-2025 and 2025-2027 biennium to align with the PROPEL Project's new implementation date of October 2025. (Multimodal Transportation Account - State)
Vacancy Savings Restoration
Restoration of the funding reduction. (Motor Vehicle Account - State)