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Introduced
01/22/2025
01/22/2025
In Committee
04/07/2025
04/07/2025
Crossed Over
03/10/2025
03/10/2025
Passed
04/25/2025
04/25/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/13/2025
05/13/2025
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to encouraging the deployment of low carbon 2 thermal energy networks; amending RCW 80.04.010, 80.04.550, 3 80.28.005, 80.28.010, 80.28.020, 80.28.030, 80.28.040, 80.28.050, 4 80.28.060, 80.28.065, 80.28.068, 80.28.070, 80.28.075, 80.28.080, 5 80.28.090, 80.28.100, 80.28.120, 80.28.130, 80.28.160, 80.28.170, 6 80.28.240, and 80.28.430; adding new sections to chapter 80.28 RCW; 7 adding a new section to chapter 80.04 RCW; and creating a new 8 section. 9
AI Summary
This bill aims to encourage the deployment of low carbon thermal energy networks by making several amendments to existing Washington state laws governing utilities and energy services. The bill introduces comprehensive definitions for thermal energy-related terms, such as "thermal energy," "thermal energy company," and "thermal energy network," and extends regulatory oversight by the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission to these new types of energy systems. Specifically, the bill provides regulatory exemptions for smaller thermal energy companies operating before July 1, 2025, while allowing them to opt-in to commission regulation if desired. The legislation also adds provisions for thermal energy meter inspection, allows electrical companies to provide discounted rates to thermal energy network operators under certain efficiency conditions, and requires the commission to monitor international interoperability standards for thermal energy networks. Additionally, the bill ensures that thermal energy companies are subject to similar regulatory requirements as other utility companies, such as providing low-income assistance programs, maintaining fair and reasonable rates, and preventing service discrimination. The bill is designed to support the development of low-carbon energy infrastructure by creating a regulatory framework that encourages the growth of thermal energy networks while protecting consumer interests.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance
Sponsors (6)
Alex Ramel (D)*,
Liz Berry (D),
Beth Doglio (D),
Victoria Hunt (D),
Lisa Parshley (D),
Julia Reed (D),
Last Action
Effective date 7/27/2025. (on 05/13/2025)
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