The Port of Seattle's 2026 State Legislative Agenda, adopted December 9, 2025, outlines the Port's advocacy priorities for the 60-day legislative session running January 12 to March 12, 2026. Among its aviation-related goals, the Port seeks to restore state funding for aircraft noise mitigation that was cut in 2025, ensure state noise programs align with federal and Port efforts, and push the Commercial Aviation Working Group to set firm deadlines and produce actionable recommendations. The agenda was developed with input from Port staff, commissioners, and community representatives of the SEA Stakeholder Advisory Round Table (StART) Committee.Open full document
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A Commission agenda memorandum requesting adoption of the Port of Seattle’s 2026 State Legislative Agenda and authorization for staff to advocate during the 2026 legislative session. The agenda covers priority areas including economic development, tourism, childcare, aviation, sustainable aviation fuel, and the StART committee priorities. It reflects the Port’s values around responsible spending, decarbonization, maritime economic growth, and community partnership.