Washington: Renew your car tabs, help fund state parks

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By KATU.com Staff

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Washington drivers who have vehicle registrations that expire in September will now see an optional $5 fee on their renewal. The $5 donation would go to fund state parks which have seen steep budget cuts in recent years, including a number of park closures.

Story Published: Aug 11, 2009 at 8:25 PM PDT

Story Updated: Aug 11, 2009 at 8:25 PM PDT

Washington: Renew your car tabs, help fund state parks

SEATTLE, Wash. – Washington drivers who have vehicle registrations that expire in September will now see an optional $5 fee on their renewal.

The $5 donation would go to fund state parks which have seen steep budget cuts in recent years, including a number of park closures.

Although drivers don’t have to pay the fee, state officials said any money raised will help offset some park budget reductions.

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