The bill amends the Climate Commitment Act in Washington, focusing on compliance obligations for fuel suppliers. It introduces a new section that clarifies legislative intent, stating that all fuel supplied or produced in Washington must be linked to a covered entity, with an exception for de minimis volumes below 500 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent annually. The legislation emphasizes equitable enforcement across various covered entities and regions, particularly in overburdened communities. Additionally, it modifies the definition of "covered entity" to include suppliers of gasoline, diesel, biodiesel, or propane that emit 500 metric tons or more of carbon dioxide equivalent annually, with the Department of Ecology given the authority to lower this threshold if needed.

Furthermore, the bill addresses greenhouse gas emissions reporting and registration for grain warehouses and elevators, stipulating that all fees collected will be deposited into the air pollution control account. It establishes that previously registered grain warehouses or elevators do not need to re-register unless their capacity has increased. The bill also mandates that entities emitting 10,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent annually must report their emissions, expands the definition of "greenhouse gas," and allows for exemptions for smaller emitters. A secure electronic tracking system for compliance instruments will be created, and the act is deemed necessary for the immediate preservation of public health and safety, taking effect immediately.

Statutes affected:
Original bill: 70A.65.080, 70A.15.2200, 70A.65.010