Concerning requirements of oil tankers operating in restricted waters.

Summary

The bill bans oil tankers over 125,000 deadweight tons from entering waters east of a line from Discovery Island Light to New Dungeness Light unless the U.S. Coast Guard authorizes it. Tankers between 40,000 and 125,000 deadweight tons, and certain smaller oil‑carrying vessels, may operate there only if escorted by a tug with enough horsepower. The measure is intended to lower the risk of oil spills in Washington’s restricted waterways.

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