Sen. Ron Muzzall reacts to Governor Ferguson’s update on Washington’s struggling ferry system. With the current retrofitting program running 10 months late and $50 million over budget, lawmakers are pausing further rehabs and awaiting bids for new electric ferries—potentially not arriving until 2029 or 2030. WATCH
Sen Drew MacEwen—The Urgent Need for More Ferries: A Call to Action
Our state’s ferry system is in crisis. Residents depend on ferries for work, school, and travel, yet the fleet is failing to meet demand. In this video, Sen. Drew MacEwen discusses the urgent need to build more ferries—prioritizing diesel-efficient vessels while new technologies develop. It’s time to cut through bureaucracy, invest in workforce training, and ensure reliable ferry service for all. WATCH
Sen. Drew MacEwen on Shipbuilding and Federal Collaboration
Sen. Drew MacEwen highlights the opportunity for Washington State to collaborate with the Trump administration on expanding shipbuilding. Emphasizing the state’s strong naval and ferry infrastructure, he calls for bipartisan efforts between the governor’s administration and the federal government to support this critical industry. WATCH