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WA HB1117
Bill
Status
1/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Andrew Barkis
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AI Summary
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Repeals Washington's adoption of California motor vehicle emissions standards by eliminating RCW 70A.30.010 and RCW 70A.30.030
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Prohibits the Department of Ecology from adopting any California motor vehicle emissions standards in the future
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Directs the Department of Licensing to begin registering vehicles previously prohibited under California standards if they meet other state requirements
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Requires the Department of Ecology to repeal all existing rules implementing California emissions standards
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Declares an emergency, making the act effective immediately upon passage; cites 407,541 exemptions granted between September 2023 and September 2024 as evidence of administrative burden
Legislative Description
Removing the delegation of authority related to California motor vehicle emissions standards to generate new transportation revenue for the state by reducing administration burdens on the government and the people.
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
1/12/2026