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HB 2215

Concerning climate commitment act compliance obligations for fuels supplied or otherwise sold into Washington.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Liz Berry and 13 co-sponsors

HB 2215 adjusts Climate Commitment Act fuel supplier compliance obligations in Washington, with amendments pending Ways & Means review that may affect fuel prices and emissions reduction targets.

Effective date 6/11/2026.
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Bill Summary · HB 2215

Legislative bill overview

HB 2215 modifies Washington's Climate Commitment Act (CCA) by adjusting compliance obligations for fuel suppliers and sellers operating in the state. The bill has progressed through the Senate Committee on Environment, Energy & Technology with a "do pass" recommendation and an amendment, and now faces review in the Ways & Means Committee.

Why is this important

Washington's CCA is a cap-and-trade program designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions; changes to fuel supplier compliance obligations directly affect fuel prices, transportation costs, and the state's climate policy effectiveness. The bill's amendments and progression through fiscal committees suggest potential budget implications or changes to how compliance costs are distributed across the fuel supply chain.

Potential points of contention

  • Compliance cost distribution: Unclear whether amended obligations shift financial burdens from fuel suppliers to consumers, other industries, or the state
  • Fuel price impacts: Changes to CCA compliance for fuels could increase or stabilize gas and diesel prices differently depending on amendment specifics
  • Implementation complexity: Modifications to existing CCA mechanisms may create administrative or regulatory challenges for fuel distributors and state enforcement agencies

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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