Washington Voters Reject Climate Law Repeal
Washington Voters Reject Climate Law Repeal
Washington Voters Reject Climate Law Repeal
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Washington voters decisively rejected Initiative 2117, which aimed to repeal the Climate Commitment Act (CCA), with 61.7% opposing the measure. The CCA, established in 2021 and implemented in 2023, is designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 95% by 2050 through a cap-and-invest program that requires businesses to purchase emissions allowances. Opponents of the CCA, including the conservative group Let's Go Washington, argued it raises fuel prices and lacks transparency in its spending, whereas supporters highlighted its potential to generate significant revenue for environmental projects. The campaign against the initiative was significantly funded, with Let’s Go Washington spending $8.7 million compared to opponents' $34 million. Environmental advocates see this outcome as a victory for climate action, emphasizing the need for continued investment in clean energy and pollution reduction strategies. Despite the rejection, critics of the CCA maintain that it does not sufficiently address climate change and drives up costs for consumers.

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