House approves bill to establish statewide tourism program, HB 2325
The Washington House passed Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill 2325 to create an industry-assessed statewide tourism program, adopting a clarifying amendment and voting 84–5. Supporters said the bill lets the tourism industry fund marketing without new taxpayer burdens.
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The Washington House of Representatives voted to pass Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill 2325, a measure supporters say will create a state-supported, industry-assessed tourism program to market Washington year-round. The House adopted Amendment 1709, described by its sponsor as a mostly technical clarification to protect micro communities and tourism 'gems,' and approved the bill 84 yeas to 5 nays with 9 excused.
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