Senate Bill No. 3076: An act relating to port districts

Washington State Senate Bill 3076, introduced in 1979, proposed the creation of a State Port Commission to financially assist and coordinate port districts across Washington. The three-member commission, appointed by the governor with senate approval, would serve six-year terms and be tasked with promoting domestic and foreign trade, eliminating wasteful competition, and supporting port facility development. Note: This bill pertains to port district governance and commerce, and does not directly address Sea-Tac Airport noise policy.

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Washington State Senate Bill 3076, introduced by Senators Donohue and Day during the 46th Regular Session, proposes adding a new chapter to Title 53 RCW relating to port districts. The bill creates a state port commission as an agency of state government to financially assist and coordinate port districts, foster domestic and foreign trade, and eliminate wasteful competition. The commission would consist of three governor-appointed members serving six-year terms, with defined powers, duties, removal procedures, and conflict-of-interest restrictions.

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