SEATTLE — Riding a Washington State ferry could soon cost more.
Some state lawmakers are proposing a 6 percent fare hike that would affect riders across the Sound.
House Democrats who are pushing for the hike say the money will go toward a new $99 million electric-powered ferry that will carry both passengers and cars.
To pay for the new ferry and conversions of two others, the proposal first calls for the 6 percent hike that could go into effect as early as this year or by 2021, as well as a new fee on every transaction made with a credit or debit card.
They also want to convert two other ferries into hybrids.
The vehicle fare surcharge would also increase from $.25 to $1.
The proposed increases are all part of a 2-year transportation budget -- one that also plans for a new waterfront connector project in Edmonds for emergency and pedestrian access.
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