Bill > HB2537

This bill amends the Climate Commitment Act to clarify which facilities are considered "emissions-intensive, trade-exposed" (EITE) and therefore eligible for free allowances, which are permits to emit greenhouse gases. The bill updates the criteria for identifying these facilities by referencing the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes as they existed on January 1, 2026, and expands the definition to include "facilities" rather than just "manufacturing businesses." It also introduces new reporting and planning requirements for EITE facilities to receive free allowances after January 1, 2027, mandating detailed information on emissions sources, production volumes, and plans for reducing greenhouse gas emissions through technological advancements and process changes. The bill also outlines a process for adjusting allowance allocations based on factors like changes in competitive environments or production, and requires the department to develop recommendations for future allowance schedules beyond 2034, considering various stakeholder inputs and potential impacts on overburdened communities.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2537&Year=2025&Initiative=false