Washington 2023-2024 Regular Session

Washington House Bill HB2490

Introduced
1/31/24  
Refer
1/31/24  
Report Pass
2/5/24  

Caption

Changing the fee disposition for the Seattle Sounders FC special license plate.

Impact

The proposed changes in HB 2490 could have significant implications for state laws regarding special license plates. By altering the financial disposition of the fees collected, it ensures that a portion of the revenues is directed toward benefiting community initiatives connected to the Seattle Sounders FC. This alteration may also set a precedent for future bills aiming to modify fee distribution practices related to specialty plates for other organizations or teams within the state.

Summary

House Bill 2490 seeks to modify the fee disposition relating to special license plates for the Seattle Sounders FC, a professional soccer team. The bill aims to streamline the financial aspect associated with these specialty plates, potentially enhancing revenue for the team and associated charitable causes. It is likely designed to create a more efficient process for the distribution and management of funds garnered from these license plates, thereby promoting both community support for the Seattle Sounders FC and overall team visibility.

Contention

While HB 2490 does not appear to have significant opposition, it prompts discussions regarding the allocation of revenue generated from specialty license plates. Stakeholders may express concerns about prioritization, questioning whether such initiatives adequately represent the diverse interests within the community. Furthermore, there might be implications on how this bill could affect local regulations surrounding specialty plates and their revenues in future legislative discussions.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

WA SB6313

Changing the use of funds for the Seattle Sounders FC special license plate.

WA HB1846

Modifying the fee disposition for the Seattle Sounders FC special license plate.

WA SB5692

Creating the Seattle Reign FC special license plate.

WA LB343

Change the fee for specialty license plates

WA HB1952

Concerning special license plates.

WA SB5444

Revised for 1st Substitute: Concerning special license plates and personalized license plates.

WA HB1488

Creating special license plates that support working forests.

WA HB1369

Creating special license plates that support working forests.

WA HB2489

Creating several new special license plates.

WA HB1368

Creating several new special license plates.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.