OLYMPIA — A new $10 fine would be levied against drivers who commit a traffic infraction under a bill introduced by a North Olympic Peninsula representative last week.
Senate Bill 6389 would use the proceeds to help pay for crime victims’ services.
Sen. Jim Hargrove, D-Hoquiam, introduced the bill.
It had its first reading in Human Services and Corrections Committee, which Hargrove chairs, on Friday.
Hargrove represents the 24th Legislative District, which includes the Peninsula and a portion of Grays Harbor County, along with Reps. Kevin Van De Wege and Steve Tharinger, both Demcrats from Sequim.
Last week, Hargrove also introduced SB 6405, which would require state agencies to allocate 0.5 percent for the construction of public buildings to the Civilian Conservation Corps, and SB 6406, which modifies rules for hydraulic permits.
SB 6405 had its first reading Friday and was referred to the Economic Development, Trade and Innovation Committee.
SB 6406 is scheduled for a public hearing in the Energy and Natural Resources and Marine Waters Committee on Wednesday.
Also last week, Van De Wege introduced House Bill 2618, which states that 4 percent of revenue from the sale or lease of state-owned aquatic lands would be placed in the marine resources stewardship trust account.
Any additional funds not deducted from management costs or payments to towns would be placed in the aquatic lands enhancement account.
The bill is scheduled for a public hearing in the Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee on Tuesday.
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Reporter Tom Callis can be reached at 360-417-3532 or at tom.callis@peninsuladailynews.com.
