Committee Hears Bill to Create State Supply‑Chain Competitiveness Program for Ports Senate Bill 5,649 would create a WSDOT‑administered grant and loan program to help public and tribal ports fund freight projects identified in port freight development plans; witnesses described eligible projects, potential federal matching, and fiscal estimates for program staffing but said program size depends on appropriations.

A new bipartisan bill aims to revolutionize Washington's port infrastructure with grants and loans to tackle freight congestion and boost competitiveness for federal funding.

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