House approves narrower compliance thresholds for fuels under Climate Commitment Act after amendment fight

Feb 12, 2026

House Bill 22 15 passed after contested amendment votes that debated Department of Ecology rulemaking authority and thresholds for new fuel entrants; supporters said it closes loopholes and levels the playing field, opponents warned of price effects for rural and agricultural communities.

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House Bill 22 15, addressing Climate Commitment Act (CCA) compliance obligations for fuels, passed the House after an extended floor debate over amendments that would limit Department of Ecology rulemaking authority and set compliance thresholds for new market entrants.

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