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Gov. Jay Inslee announced on Monday several climate-related proposals for the next legislative session, including a plan to offer rebates for new and used electric vehicles, on top of the sales tax exemption that currently exists for such vehicles in the state.
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A ban on single-use plastic bags that was originally scheduled to begin on Jan. 1 will go into effect Friday across Washington state. The implementation was delayed amid pandemic-related supply-chain concerns.
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A federal official has issued his recommendation regarding the Makah whale hunt. Judge George G. Jordan, administrative law judge with the U.S. Coast Guard, says he recommends granting the waiver the tribe has requested under the Marine Mammal Protection Act.
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Democratic Gov. Jay Inslee signed a series of bills Monday designed to strengthen the environment in Washington state.Inslee signed the Climate Commitment…
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The pressure is on to pass climate bills in Olympia. Attempts to get policies through that limit carbon pollution by putting a price on it have often…
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One of the big, trending topics in Olympia this year is the environment. After years of divided control, Democrats now hold the majority in both chambers…
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King County joins a group of Pacific Northwest communities that are stopping new fossil fuel projects before they start.The County Council passed an…
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Canada’s energy regulator has issued draft recommendations concerning the proposed expansion of the Trans Mountain Pipeline and its impacts on marine…
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The state Department of Natural Resources is asking the Legislature for nearly $90 million dollars to protect and improve aquatic lands. DNR chief Hilary…
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An election at a Thurston County land stewardship board is getting more attention than usual.Saturday's election for an open seat on the Thurston…