Washington Statutes
§ 46.72.001 — Finding and intent.
Washington § 46.72.001
JurisdictionWashington
Title 46MOTOR VEHICLES
Ch. 46.72TRANSPORTATION OF PASSENGERS IN FOR HIRE VEHICLES
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Wash. Rev. Code § 46.72.001 (2026).
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The legislature finds and declares that privately operated for hire transportation service is a vital part of the transportation system within the state. Consequently, the safety, reliability, and stability of privately operated for hire transportation services are matters of statewide importance. The regulation of privately operated for hire transportation services is thus an essential governmental function. Therefore, it is the intent of the legislature to permit political subdivisions of the state to regulate for hire transportation services without liability under federal antitrust laws.
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Legislative History
[1996 c 87 s 17.]
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