In November 2018, the Port of Seattle presented its Draft 2019 State Legislative Agenda to the Port Commission, outlining key priorities including workforce development in maritime and industrial sectors, transportation access improvements to Sea-Tac Airport via State Route 518 and the Puget Sound Gateway program, and support for a Clean Fuels Standard to reduce emissions from port operations. The agenda was developed through consultation with internal subject matter experts and individual commissioners, with a focus on reducing emissions, growing jobs, and increasing opportunities. Final adoption of the agenda was scheduled for the Commission's November 27, 2018 meeting.Open full document
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A briefing presentation to the Port of Seattle Commission outlining the draft 2019 state legislative agenda. The agenda focuses on three priority items: workforce development in maritime and industrial sectors, transportation access to Sea-Tac Airport, and support for a clean fuels standard. The presentation outlines the agenda development process and next steps toward Commission adoption.