The proposed bill amends the Climate Commitment Act in Washington, focusing on compliance obligations for fuel suppliers. It mandates that all fuel supplied or produced in the state must be associated with a covered entity, with exceptions for minimal volumes. The bill aims to promote fair competition among fuel suppliers and requires the Department of Ecology to enforce compliance uniformly, particularly in overburdened communities. It introduces new compliance thresholds based on emissions metrics for various fuel types and outlines the criteria for classifying entities as covered based on their emissions levels.

Additionally, the bill establishes a framework for reporting greenhouse gas emissions, requiring entities that emit 10,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent annually to report their emissions, with specific provisions for fossil fuels. It includes a fee structure for registration and reporting to cover program administration costs, mandates separate reporting for fossil fuels and biomass, and sets deadlines for annual submissions. The bill also introduces a secure electronic tracking system for compliance management, allows voluntary participation by non-covered entities, and emphasizes accurate reporting with penalties for non-compliance, ensuring immediate effect to protect public health and safety.

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