In December 2018, the Port of Seattle Commission reviewed its draft state legislative priorities for the 2019 session, covering topics such as clean fuels standards, workforce development, and transportation access to Sea-Tac Airport. The agenda sought state funding for transportation infrastructure improvements, including potential upgrades to State Route 518 and the Puget Sound Gateway Program, to address growing demand linked to airport expansion. Additional priorities included supporting small and minority-owned businesses, maritime innovation, and land use policies affecting port competitiveness.Open full document
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A Commission agenda memorandum from the Port of Seattle requesting authorization to pursue specific legislative priorities during the 2019 Washington state legislative session. The agenda includes priority items such as a Clean Fuels Standard, workforce development, transportation access to Sea-Tac Airport, a Maritime Innovation Center, and land use issues. It also covers priority issue areas including quality jobs, small business equity, and transportation funding.