Cost recovery mechanisms.

*** CHANGE IN 2026 *** (SEE 2711-S.SL) ***The Washington state ferries shall implement cost recovery mechanisms to recoup at least three percent in credit card and other financial transaction costs related to the collection of ferry fares imposed under RCW 47.60.290 and 47.60.315. As part of the cost recovery mechanisms, the Washington state ferries may recover transaction fees incurred through credit card transactions. The Washington state ferries must notify customers of the fee at the point of sale and itemize the fee on customer receipts. Costs recovered under this section may not be considered revenue for the purposes of fare setting.[ 2025 c 417 s 405.]Notes:Effective date—2025 c 417 s 405: "Section 405 of this act takes effect March 1, 2026." [ 2025 c 417 s 1407.]Findings—Intent—2025 c 417: See note following RCW 82.38.030.