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WA SB5562
WA SB5562Supporting Washington's clean energy economy and transitioning to a clean, affordable, and reliable energy future.
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Introduced
01/25/2023
01/25/2023
In Committee
02/15/2023
02/15/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/12/2024
04/12/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to supporting Washington's clean energy economy 2 and transitioning to a clean, affordable, and reliable energy future; 3 amending RCW 80.28.010; adding a new chapter to Title 80 RCW; 4 creating a new section; prescribing penalties; and declaring an 5 emergency. 6
AI Summary
This bill aims to support Washington's transition to a clean, affordable, and reliable energy future. It establishes requirements for large gas companies (serving over 500,000 retail natural gas customers) to develop and implement gas decarbonization plans as part of their multiyear rate plans. These plans must prioritize the use of alternative energy resources, such as biogas, renewable natural gas, and carbon-neutral fuels, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The bill also requires large combination utilities (serving over 800,000 retail electric customers and 500,000 retail natural gas customers) to develop and implement electrification plans to support the transition to electric end-use equipment and reduce natural gas sales. The bill sets cost targets for these plans and outlines the process for commission approval. It also includes provisions to promote equity, maintain reliability, and encourage collaboration between utilities.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance
Sponsors (8)
Joe Nguyen (D)*,
Sam Hunt (D),
Karen Keiser (D),
Marko Liias (D),
Liz Lovelett (D),
Rebecca Saldaña (D),
Lisa Wellman (D),
Claire Wilson (D),
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status. (on 01/08/2024)
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