The Port of Seattle presented its 2019 State Legislative Agenda for final Commission adoption on December 11, 2018, outlining three priority areas: workforce development in maritime and industrial sectors, transportation access improvements to Sea-Tac Airport (including upgrades to State Route 518 and the Puget Sound Gateway program), and a Clean Fuels Standard to reduce emissions from port operations. The agenda reflects feedback gathered from subject matter experts, commissioners, and executive staff following an initial November 27, 2018 presentation. The overarching focus of the legislative priorities is reducing emissions, growing jobs, and increasing opportunities in the region.Open full document
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A presentation to the Port of Seattle Commission seeking final adoption of the 2019 State Legislative Agenda. The agenda prioritizes workforce development in maritime, manufacturing, and industrial sectors, transportation access improvements to Sea-Tac Airport, and support for a Clean Fuels Standard to reduce emissions related to port operations.