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Ferries in Crisis Need Urgent Fix | Seattle News
Washington State Ferries is in crisis as its aging fleet—many over 40 years old—struggles to keep up with demand, causing widespread service disruptions. With fewer boats than needed and no major investment in replacements for decades, the system is now introducing three new hybrid-electric ferries, but leaders warn they won’t fix the long-term shortfall. By 2040, most current vessels will be too old to sail. For communities that depend on these ferries for jobs, healthcare, and daily life, delays mean real hardship. Meanwhile, Congress is considering the bipartisan FERRIES Act, which could…
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