To work in Washington, transportation companies must have a permit or certificate and proof of insurance filed with the Utilities and Transportation Commission. The commission has staff who can help with licensing and proof of insurance questions.
Regulatory Authority
The commission oversees the rates and services of:
- Household goods movers
- Passenger transportation companies
- Investor-owned electric, natural gas, and water utilities
- Landline phone companies
- Solid waste haulers
- Commercial ferries
- Pipeline companies
- Marine pilotage
- A low-level radioactive waste site
Resources
- Motor Carrier Intrastate Insurance Requirements
- Passenger Transportation Insurance Requirements
- Form E Sample (PDF)
- Visión general de los transportistas
Contact Licensing Services
Email transportation@utc.wa.gov
Mailing address:
Utilities and Transportation Commission
P.O. Box 47250
Olympia, WA 98504-7250
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