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The future of Washington’s state parks’ financial viability may depend on a legislative agreement to expand an access pass program first implemented last July. Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill 2373 passed the Senate 30-17 March 6, the...

Washington State Parks patrons purchasing multiple Discover Passes may soon find some monetary relief if a bill, approved by the Senate on Friday (Jan. 27) allowing the use of one pass for two vehicles is accepted by the House and signed by the...

A pass for entry into state-owned lands, such as Steamboat Rock State Park, could be good in more than one car if a bill moving in the state Senate becomes law. The Washington State Senate Energy, Natural Resources and Marine Waters Committee on...