Davis, Chris (GOV)
RE: Hearing...
To: DENNYELIASON

Lots to debate there – which I’d be happy to do. In the mean7me, I appreciate your read and
involvement. We’ll talk soon….
   
Chris
   
CHRIS DAVIS
Senior Advisor – Climate and Energy Affairs   Office of Governor Jay Inslee
Desk: 360-902-0490   Cell: 360-972-5693
www.governor.wa.gov   chris.davis@gov.wa.gov
   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

From: DENNY ELIASON [mailto:eliason@alliancesnw.com] 
Sent: Thursday, February 15, 2018 6:49 PM 
To: Davis, Chris (GOV) < chris.davis@gov.wa.gov > > 
Subject: Re: Hearing...

Hey Chris:
Couple of things.
The preemption language in Section 902 does prohibit a tax, which we appreciate.
Language was removed, however, that preempted local ordinances that would seek to establish a
local RPS or LCFS. We see this as a potential threat in Whatcom County. We think a carbon
tax should be the controlling policy in this space.
We believe the offset language against that tax imposed on our product is still good public
policy. If we are engaging in projects that result in real carbon reduction — similar to the one
we are doing right now with the Colville's — why should we not get credit against the tax on our
products?
Again, we hope to continue to have positive interactions. The letter we send will be
positive regarding the progress on this bill to date. It’s also significant that WSPA isn’t coming
out against this bill.
Many Thanks, Denny

DENNY ELIASON
Alliances Northwest
206-650-4364
eliason@alliancesnw.com