This proposed Washington State bill would require large port districts — such as those operating major airports like Sea-Tac — to develop and adopt environmental justice implementation plans aimed at reducing health and environmental disparities in surrounding communities. The plans must include specific goals, measurable metrics, community engagement strategies, and timelines for incorporating environmental justice considerations into port activities. It also establishes oversight for major capital projects valued at $8 million or more, or any actions that increase the number of airport gates.Open full document
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This is a Washington State legislative bill request (S-0809.1/25) that proposes adding a new chapter to Title 53 RCW governing qualifying port districts. The bill requires large port districts authorized to undertake aircraft noise abatement programs to develop environmental justice implementation plans as part of their strategic plans. These plans must include goals to reduce environmental and health disparities, metrics for tracking progress, community engagement methods, and strategies for compliance with federal civil rights and environmental justice laws.