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House approves changes to Climate Commitment Act compliance; opponents warn of harm to small fuel suppliers

Washington State House of Representatives · March 12, 2026
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The House passed Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill 22 15 after debate. Supporters said amendments balance fairness for fuel distributors under the Climate Commitment Act; opponents said the compliance costs risk pushing small, corner gas stations out of business and encourage cross-border fuel purchasing. Final vote: 57 yeas, 38 nays, 3 excused.

The House debated and passed Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill 22 15, a measure addressing how certain fuel distributors are treated under the Climate Commitment Act. Supporters said the amendments strike a fair balance and prevent evasion, while opponents warned the changes would impose burdensome compliance obligations on…

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