BILL · 1997–98 SESSION · LATEST VERSION SSB 5250

SB 5250: Studded tires

Limiting weight of tire studs.

Summary

  • Lightweight studs, which are defined as studs at least 35 percent lighter than metal studs most commonly used in the industry, are the only type approved for use in studded snow tires beginning July 1, 2003. Wholesalers must sell only lightweight studs to tire dealers in Washington beginning January 1, 1999.

From the Senate Bill Report (SB 5250), written by the Legislature's nonpartisan staff. Read the full report ↗

Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee
  1. IntroducedJan 21, 1997
  2. Out of committeestopped here
  3. Passed Senate
  4. Passed House
  5. Governor
  6. Law
Prime sponsor
Michael Heavey (D-34)
Introduced
January 21, 1997 in the Senate
Last action
January 20, 1998
Companion bill
HB 1311
Versions
SB 5250, SSB 5250

Sponsors

Prime sponsor: Michael Heavey (D-34)

1 co-sponsor (0 Democrats, 1 Republican)

Votes

No recorded floor votes. This measure never reached a floor vote.

History

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SB 5250 in other sessions

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